My first post on the forum...

[d762nato]

Welcome, If you like knives you have come to the right place, a lot of knowledgeable individuals here on BF that are glad to help out. Enjoy yourself and don't buy to many knives. Not! Have a great new year.

 

[The Zieg]

This is all talking without any concrete basis. I have had and seen enough knives made from top materials, most sexy fashionable design, all the frills you can possibly want. I prefer his by a mile. His are just better IMO. I've sold many high-end knives I've bought but I still have 4 DUSTAR knives and a couple of their unique M2 high-speed special cutterjacks. If your thing is all sorts of fancy components and supplements, we may just have different tastes in knives.

What makes a knife special is the heat treatment of the steel and the grind of the blade. Thus a high end miracle steel can make a mediocre knife while a standard carbon steel can make a premiere knife. If DUSTAR is doing the best heat treat imaginable and their grind creates a durable edge, their knives will be outstanding. Maybe someday I will get to try one out.

ברוך הבא, G GreyBear !

 

[000Robert]

What I've seen and heard from the owner when I met him is straightforward, no-nonsense and no frills approach, no BS, just straight to the point and mean business.
And his knives completely echo this approach. Plain, simple, absolutely great timeless design, best materials and top notch workmanship.

When I asked him about the specific model I wanted to buy, he just handed me the knife and said: "here, take it, look at it, check it every way you can. If you understand knives, you won't need my explanations".

And he was right. His knives are everything one expects from an extremely high-quality product, and if you do understand knives, you will come to appreciate them after only about a minute of looking, checking and playing around with them.

I would dare to say that I have yet to see knives of the quality he offers for the price he asks for them. If he was "Randall" or some other similar hyped-up manufacturer, he would easily charge you three or four times the price, make you wait ten months to get one, and then countless knife aficionados would stand in line to buy them and get ready to feel really proud to own them.

But really - what's so special here, as you've asked?

Well, to mention just a couple of things - the design and construction of these knives is IMO unrivaled in terms of sheer solidness and sturdiness - they are virtually indestructible.
Holding these knives in your hand makes an impression they were somehow made as one integral and homogeneous piece and not assembled from different parts like all other. It's a very unique and distinctive feeling that's very hard to describe - have to try it yourself to understand.
Add to that beautiful minimalistic classic lines, smart all-around design with every single detail exactly in its place, nothing superfluous, and incredible ergonomics making you feel the knife is an extension of your hand.

I hope that gives you some sort of an answer.

And still, all I see are words... Where are his videos cutting concrete block pads into? Or how about cutting some 16 penny nails or steel bolts into? But no, all I see from you is more talk... and your opinion.
I buy mostly CPK knives in D3V steel. The "D" in D3V standing for the "Delta" heat treat protocol that Nathan Carothers and a couple friends developed for 3V steel. And there are videos showing how tough D3V steel is. But I'm assuming that you know that considered your reference to 'waiting 10 months to get one'. I have my reasons for not liking Randall knives though. All I see is basic steel in his knives although he has some pretty cool designs.
If Dustar knives are so special, then let's see something. Otherwise, it's just more talk...

 

[Bob9466]

Welcome!!

 

[Jsega51]

…he doesn't have excessive energy to start now proving himself to people who don't even want to listen. I can understand him.

This is all talking without any concrete basis. I have had and seen enough knives made from top materials, most sexy fashionable design, all the frills you can possibly want. I prefer his by a mile. His are just better IMO. I've sold many high-end knives I've bought but I still have 4 DUSTAR knives and a couple of their unique M2 high-speed special cutterjacks. If your thing is all sorts of fancy components and supplements, we may just have different tastes in knives.

I’ve read your posts on another forum that mirror exactly what you’ve said in your posts here. It’s nice to appreciate knives that others may not have experience with but to be honest, there’s a shit ton of makers that can make a knife just as capable and basic as his. You’re the only one out there shouting praise, yet he’s been making knives for 30 years?

If they were the best, we’d all be well aware of their reputation, that’s not the case apparently.

 

[sixplymaple]

Be nice to GreyBear. He is just new and doesn’t know yet.

Check out D2 steel here on one of Larrin’s charts from testing…

 

[Doctorlock]

Welcome aboard. Glad to have you with us!

 

[GreyBear]

And still, all I see are words... Where are his videos cutting concrete block pads into? Or how about cutting some 16 penny nails or steel bolts into? But no, all I see from you is more talk... and your opinion.

Relax, man. No need to get personal. Happy now?

 

[GreyBear]

I’ve read your posts on another forum that mirror exactly what you’ve said in your posts here. It’s nice to appreciate knives that others may not have experience with but to be honest, there’s a shit ton of makers that can make a knife just as capable and basic as his. You’re the only one out there shouting praise, yet he’s been making knives for 30 years?

If they were the best, we’d all be well aware of their reputation, that’s not the case apparently.

1) Fine, I want to see, and hold and use those "shit ton" of such knives and see for myself. Meantime, these are just words. If what I say is just words, so is what you say. The difference being I've used his knives and compared them to others, while you didn't. So basically who's just blowing air here?
2) I did not say he is making knives for 30 years, better learn how to read.
3) I'm not the only one "shouting praise". More or less everyone who got his knives does. Also, have you been to Israel much? Been to the Israeli Army?

 

[Jim malone]

Wow, relax GrayBear. You really seem to like Dustar. And that is ok. Your post just sound a lot like a commercial post where it seems you're mad because the rest of the world doesn't see that Dustar is the nec plus ultra of knives!
That might be. But getting emotional because people ask genuine questions is not how it works on this forum. People can have different views about what they need or want in a knife. This is an American knives forum and sometimes it's america centric because if it was a German knife forum there would be a lot more talk about German knife makers and German steel. Just try to relax and don't make everything a personal attack on you or Israel.

 

[GreyBear]

Wow, relax GrayBear.
That might be. But getting emotional because people ask genuine questions is not how it works on this forum. People can have different views about what they need or want in a knife.

I am as relaxed as one can be.

It was not me who started being emotional, attacking, getting mad and writing things like: "all I see are words", "all I see from you is more talk", "there’s a shit ton of makers that can make a knife just as capable", etc'.

This kind of attitude and wording caught me off guard on such a serious and respected forum. Wasn't quite ready for it. I am always open to a calm, reasoned, respectful discussion, but not this kind of violent discourse. Can't see any reason to bring things down to that level.

I am also a little surprised that you saw anything "commercial" in my post. I am not into commerce in general, and have absolutely no commercial ties to DUSTAR of any sort or kind.

You have also used the word "mad". I can't see why. I did my best to explain my feelings, and they are certainly not of being mad, but rather somewhat sad, a little disappointed and maybe even surprised. But never mad. There's a big difference.

In addition to that, I don't remember claiming his knives are the best in the world or are the pinnacle of knife making, or are the nec plus ultra of knives.

Guys, let's try to respect each other and not rush into quarreling and disrespecting each other, please.

 

[Jsega51]

1) Fine, I want to see, and hold and use those "shit ton" of such knives and see for myself. Meantime, these are just words. If what I say is just words, so is what you say. The difference being I've used his knives and compared them to others, while you didn't. So basically who's just blowing air here?
2) I did not say he is making knives for 30 years, better learn how to read.
3) I'm not the only one "shouting praise". More or less everyone who got his knives does. Also, have you been to Israel much? Been to the Israeli Army?

Do a lot of reading on this forum first to figure out what other knives collectors like to use and then buy them and try them out for your testing.

Seems pretty easy. You don’t even have to leave your country so I’m not sure what me traveling to Israel has to do with it, much less visiting their army .

(And since you mentioned this; “shit ton” simply means “a lot”, “many”, “lots of”, there’s no violent discourse with that statement, don’t get so sensitive)

 

[GreyBear]

Instead of preaching about Dustar, do a lot of reading on this forum first to figure out what other knives collectors like to use and then buy them and try them out for your testing.

Seems pretty easy. You don’t even have to leave your country so I’m not sure what me traveling to Israel has to do with it, much less visiting their army .

(And since you mentioned this; “shit ton” simply means “a lot”, “many”, “lots of”, there’s no violent discourse with that statement, don’t get so sensitive)

Perhaps instead of me doing "a lot of reading" and then buying and testing everything all the other collectors like to use, which, I have to admit, is indeed "pretty easy" as you have claimed, - maybe you will exert yourself to some minimal basic reading and checking about DUSTAR, instead of flaming, accusing and foaming at the mouth? Just an idea here...

 

[Yo Mama]

I'm going with a shill here, no one cares about Dustar Knives.

 

[Jsega51]

maybe you will exert yourself to some minimal basic reading and checking about DUSTAR, instead of flaming, accusing and foaming at the mouth? Just an idea here...

Foaming at the mouth? You may be taking my posts out of context here.

I’ll be honest, I never heard of Dustar till you mentioned them with your first post, so I did look them up. They get some good reviews, some people said they wished they had a few improvements, some people think the steel is run too soft, a lot of people have never heard of them or the comments just mention that they look cool. There’s not that many first hand accounts of how great of a knife Dustar makes that I could find, just a few. Even the knives on sales websites don’t get many reviews after people apparently purchased them.

You posted a video and there’s a few others, but not many. Even in those video reviews the users say they’re nice, but there’s improvements to be made, one even says they’re overpriced.

So I’ve read good, bad, and indifferent.

 

[GreyBear]

You're basically saying what I've said all along - that there is not enough information and not enough people are exposed to these knives. LOL, true.
Nothing can replace holding a knife in your hand and feel what it's like. I can only hope you could. They are sold out everywhere and sometimes offered on Ebay for crazy prices.


Well, here are a few testimonials from the US for you:



"I never leave the FOB without it. It is as much an essential as my rifle is when I go out on a mission I know I can depend on my DUSTAR just as much as I can depend on my Rifle and fellow soldier."

SSG Matlock Kristopher




"Just received your knife and all I can say is I love it! I'm honored and thrilled to have such well-built beauty in my collection. Thank you for all of your help."

Daniel Lewer, Texas


"I picked up my knife this morning and I can not say enough good about it. It is just what I imagined and more. The blade cutting edges are straight as an arrow and the bevels are symmetrical. I like the feel of the grip; it conforms to my hand very nicely and just feel good. The finish and the fit are excellent. Hey, what more can I say.

I doubt that I will go out and put it through a torture test like Howard Linett did but in reading the article I feel I can trust his test to know it will perform if ever necessary."

Dave Black. Illinois


"While I do not profess to be a knife expert by any means, I have used a variety of similar knives, from K-Bar's to Randall's, under sometimes rather trying conditions. The high quality and sturdiness of your own knife is readily apparent and I am very pleased both with it and the knowledge that it is an instrument I can trust my life with. Again Hani, I would like to thank you for the time you have taken in response to my inquiries and orders and the manner in which you have done so. Your professionalism is exemplary."

John D. Harkins, Missouri


"The fit and finish of the Model 1-Arad is excellent. It is an outstanding knife, exactly as described on your web site. I wish I had had something like it when I was in the service. I'm looking forward to using it although not to the extent Mr. Linett of Tactical Knives magazine did. Once again, thank you very much for your prompt attention to my order."

Michael McCamley, Missouri

 

[Jsega51]

Nobody asked you to post reviews that aren’t yours, NOW it’s a sales pitch. Enjoy your time on the forum.

 

[Sharp & Fiery]

Are you trying to sell these?

 

[000Robert]

Relax, man. No need to get personal. Happy now?

You are the one coming here praising Dustar's D2 steel with just your opinion. Perhaps you need to relax? I'm happy knowing that D3V steel is much better than Dustar's D2 steel.

 

[000Robert]

I am as relaxed as one can be.

It was not me who started being emotional, attacking, getting mad and writing things like: "all I see are words", "all I see from you is more talk", "there’s a shit ton of makers that can make a knife just as capable", etc'.

Where did I get 'mad'? I didn't use a bunch of exclamation marks or all caps...

This kind of attitude and wording caught me off guard on such a serious and respected forum. Wasn't quite ready for it. I am always open to a calm, reasoned, respectful discussion, but not this kind of violent discourse. Can't see any reason to bring things down to that level.

If you believe that my discourse was violent, then you must have lived a very soft and plush life. I wouldn't even call it an argument. Lol! Just simply asking for more than your 'opinion'.

I am also a little surprised that you saw anything "commercial" in my post. I am not into commerce in general, and have absolutely no commercial ties to DUSTAR of any sort or kind.

You sound very 'commercial' to me.

You have also used the word "mad". I can't see why. I did my best to explain my feelings, and they are certainly not of being mad, but rather somewhat sad, a little disappointed and maybe even surprised. But never mad. There's a big difference.

In addition to that, I don't remember claiming his knives are the best in the world or are the pinnacle of knife making, or are the nec plus ultra of knives.

Guys, let's try to respect each other and not rush into quarreling and disrespecting each other, please.

I haven't seen any quarreling.