Neck Knives

Blues,

I hear where you coming from with regard to a breakaway chain. My concern was more towards moving machinery such as simply looking under the hood of a car.

Perhaps a bit of duct tape would solve my printing problem. Being oriental I am not very hairy.


Raker,

Native NA around Lake Superior apparently carried neck knives. According to the story it was to keep the knives dry since they were in and out of the water a lot. Sorry I can not remember the name of the tribe.

Will
 
I tried so hard to avoid this whole neck knife thing and now I own three and I usually wear two every day. #1 is a mini puukko I wear in memory of James Mattis #2 is either a Darrel Ralph Arclite with blue/black scales.

Or this...

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Did someone mention a Kit Carson F4 with Damascus and natural handle material like Stag? ;)
 
I have sold over 100 neck knives - which were my first designs - and they still prove to be my most popular items.

As a LEO, I carry 2 daily. I wear them slung under each arm like a shoulder rig, and access them through a velcro button on my shirt. Carried in this fashion, they are accessable from any body attitude I may be in.

As far as the cord vs. chain argument, I started a fight - I mean thread ;) - here in 'forums sometime ago. I never considered how working around machinery would present certain situations, but common sence would tell me not to, I hope!! From a tactical standpoint, I use a thick lace for several reasons. First - lace distributes the weight better, and makes it more comfortable to wear. Second - Keychain cords are seen everywhere, so no one thinks twice about the possibility of my cord being attached to a knife.

Thirdly - where the debate is, and Blues and I disagree - if some mutt grabs my knife, and it breaks away - he now has my knife!! Instead of defending myself against a weaponless scumbag - if he's smart enough to figure out what he's got - I'm defending myself against my own knife!!! #1 - The mutt has to get close enough to grab my cord, or see it for that matter. #2 - If he gets his hands on it, and attempts to strangle me, my training in strangulation defense will offer him a few suprises! I recommend this training to everyone - simple techniques that could save your life. #3 - My neck knife is probably my last defence tool, which means I have already failed my others, and I am going to need that little piece of sharp steel.

Neck knives are great little pieces, providing their limitations are realized and planned for.
 
Chris,

We don't disagree. It's all semantics. My attitude toward dealing with the situation is the same as yours.

That said, get off the forum and back on the grinder. ;)

Some of us would like to see your new pieces soon.

Seriously though, take care and let me know the next time you'll be dropping by.

Blues
 
Hi Blues,

Man, I am trying to figure out which knifemaker you are. Sorry. I feel really stupid !! But I have not been able to tell from your name here or site with the great pics.

When did you start making neck knives? Seems like they have really become popular over the past several years. Who helped make them popular in your opinion?

Broomhilda
 
HEy gUYS!

I do indeed like neck knives very much and have taken to carrying my primary fixed blade around my neck. Usually when I do a solo survival trip I will have my fixed blade in its sheath(kydex) that is tied around my neck with a rawhide cord. The idea I got for this is from an Apache I met when I was doing some hiking and survival practice in the Sierra's, he wore it like this and showed me the reasons.

Very easy access to the blade.
Since it hangs against your back, not stomach it stays out of the way when doing a task.
Doesn't hinder movement like a belt knife will.
As the indians had no pockets, it was the best carry system they knew.

I really love it and being part Apache(though very little) myself it fits.
Late,
mason

P.S.- Soon it will be an Allen Blade around my neck! :D
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Chris, Blues,

As fellow neck knife maker, I always find the chord/chain/parachord/whatever :) to be a constant debate. I have customers request parachord but being around machinery all the time, it SCARES me!! The black chain probably looks the nicest but it's noisy and as Chris mentioned, it will break easily. Lately my choice has been standard black leather boot lacing. It's strong, comfortable and quiet. I rough it up a bit with 220 sand paper and remove the excess dye with acetone. By double notting it, it can also be made very adjustable. Thanks for that idea Mr Rosvall ;)
Right now neck knife size knives are also my most popular models. I don't see them as a fad, they're just too darn usefull!
Neck knives carry easily in other style sheaths as well. I would guess that about 75% of my neck knives are ordered with a second MP or horizontal cross draw sheath along with the standard neck sheath. This allows me to make the neck sheath as small as possible without all the mounting holes and allows the customer to switch carry modes without changing screws, etc.

Chris, I pitty the FOOL that grabs for your neck knife :D

Neil
 
Add me to the list that has to thank Blues for making me a fan of neckers. Maker Gary Bradburn has a great method for stringing his sheaths. He removes the guts from paracord and inserts a ball chain instead. Quiet, comfortable, and still has the breakaway feature.:)
 
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