Neck Knives, practical uses

onojoe

onojoe

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I got my first neck knife. It is really cool, but it seems to be my least practical blade. I seem to only wear/ use it under certain circumstances. They seemed geared towards self defense more than anything else. I am afraid of the reactions that I will get from non knife people

Let me know how you use your neck knife. I find the only time I use it is hanging with my buddies drinking beer.

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I really tried to get used to neck carrying my bk14, but I never liked it. Things around my neck just bug me. I MUCH prefer belt carry for all my fixed blades.
 
The season or circumstance effect my wearing them. I power wash during the warm months so pockets don't really exist for me so my neck knives are abundant then.

Also I do roof restoration (we power wash, clean and brighten cedar roofs) and again due to the harness being so restrictive a pocket carry option isn't the best for me so neck carry wins out again :thumbup:.

These are very old pictures (will try to update tomorrow) but these are just a few of what I carry.

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Paul
 
If you can't carry it concealed where you live and can't keep it under your shirt as a result (or like me you just don't like carrying it that way), you could always make a little kydex belt loop for the sheath for belt carry or a kydex pocket clip to clip it into your front pants pocket. That looks like it'd make a great small edc fixed blade. :thumbup:
 
The only "neck knife" I have is a double edge push knife. I've carried it a little bit and used it to open a few packages. Only practicality for me with it is around the house carry. But I have a folder in my pocket usually, so its more of a novelty in my assortment of blades.
 
Paul, that is a very nice array you have. I have a Bravo Necker II 3V inbound, that is going to be a horizontal belt carry.
 
Works well for me spearfishing. Accessible with both hands and makes a fine cocking plate.

On dry land it's easily hidden and most people would never think a knife would be there. If your pockets are full or if you don't have pockets or a belt it works as well.

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Utility purposes only, of course.
 
When you say neck knife I hear smaller fixed blade. What I mean find a carry method that works for you. Check out Pocket sheath & horizontal belt carry.
 
I don't like neck carry, but I like neck carry sized fixed blades. I make simple belt attachments or just slip them in my pocket. Have an izula in my watch pocket right now. When I draw the sheath snags on the pocket sfo that the knife comes out but the sheath stays in the pocket. Also have a belt clip attachment coming hopefully Saturday.
 
I also have a Knucklehead, though I use it primarily for skinning. I don't care for neck carry but a good fixed blade on the belt is hard to beat and the Knucklehead would be a good one. It is also a pretty non threatening knife so I wouldn't worry about spooking the uninformed. Plus it has a built in bottle opener which is always good to have around.
 
I view a neck knife used in situations where you feel you may need access to a knife rather quickly, where a pocket may not be a comfortable grab, or the activity may result in loss of the knife. For me, I may carry a neck knife when in a boat.

I may rig up my Dozier Canoe for neck carry. Great little knife.
 
I love neck knives, but like anything you need to select the right knife for the job. Some of the larger ones aren't practical for concealment or EDC. I was looking for the right knife for me to carry around my shop and ended up making two specifically for my most common needs. I go back and forth between a kiridashi, as It has a great utilitarian shape and excels at many types of cutting tasks. I also made a mini tanto cleaver. The fat chisel style blade is great for scraping and push cutting. I have on me at all times in my shop as it makes the knife readily accessible when I need it without having to reach for a pocket. Everyone has their preferences though:-)
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I wear my bk13 when out kayaking as a backup knife just for if I get tangled in fishing line or anchor rope. I feel better knowing if I drop my pocket knife I still have a way to cut free should I need to. It is the only practical carry application for me.
 
I don't usually wear my neckers around my neck; I like to belt carry them, especially when riding my bike or when it's raining.
Do be careful; I too seside in So. Cal, and if it is under your clothing, it is a "concealed" weapon.
 
I tend to wear mine camping and hiking in the summer months when fire making is more of a luxury than a necessity. It works pretty well busting up kindling. I pocket carry though as I find it a lot easier to work with than neck carry.
 
RevDevil said:
Paul, that is a very nice array you have. I have a Bravo Necker II 3V inbound, that is going to be a horizontal belt carry.
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Thanks Rev, your gonna love your Bravo :thumbup:.

I said I'd be back with some pictures, you know when they're spread out between ones bedroom, truck and computer desk the illness doesn't reveal itself. But when all put together----well then it starts to sink in :o

These are as of today. Many (with the exception of three) can be belt, neck or pocket carried as I have more sheaths than pictured---I really like small knives :D.

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Very enviable grouping Paul, thanks for sharing photos. I see I have some work to do to capture a relative sampling from different manufacturers and makers.
 
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