Neck Knives

Esav Benyamin said:
The WM-1 is a perfect example of a knife that works well on a neck cord, on a belt, or even in a pocket. It's compact and light in weight, but it's not a miniature knife.
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Pretty much word for word, what I was thinking when I ordered it. :)
 
Esav Benyamin said:
According to the SOG website, the Mini Pentagon comes in AUS 8.
http://sogknives.com/store/M14.html
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You got it right! Smokey Mountain advertises it as "Powder coated 440 stainlesss steel blade." Knives look identical, so I'm assuming SMK is in error, though they're offering it at a special price of $42, which is a good price if you like this kind of knife.

Anyway, my point is that edge retention isn't critical for a neck knife. You can get decent ones at gun and knife shows for twenty bucks and under. Ka-Bar has a small, razor-sharp one for $16.
 
I currently wear the AG Woodswalker in its kydex neck sheath. Very lightweight, I don't feel it at all.

The neck knife is a very handy way of carrying. I like it especially when in a car or when I need a knife repetitively. I can draw and resheath the Woodswalker one-handed, and it is always right there where I need it.

Andy
 
Confederate said:
... I'm assuming SMK is in error, ...

Anyway, my point is that edge retention isn't critical for a neck knife.
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You will find that Smoky Mountain is occasionally in error, but it doesn't interfere with anyone reasonably knowledgeable looking for what they have on sale. :)

Neckers may not need great edge retention for poking, but I like them as utility cutting tools, and prefer some quality to the edge.

Actually my all-time favorite, most often worn necker is a Bitteroot. It is tiny, and is nothing but a short sharp edge, which is very handy. I like it so much, it's the only necker I've decorated the chain with beadwork.

I have others I substitute for it if I need a real knife for heavier work, but more and more, these went on the belt, and now, on mercharnesses, also.
 
Confederate said:
Actually, I said "most" of the expensive neck knives. Perhaps I should have said "many," but I've run across some expensive neck knives made from AUS6 and 420J2 stainless. Also, my point was that emergency weapons like neck or boot knives should be made from these types of steels, because they're strong and resiliant.

There are blades for every purpose. All I'm saying is why spend a lot for an Emerson or SOG when you can get one that will suit your purposes for a fraction of the price?
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Fair enough, but when you post a picture of two knives to compliment your comments, it is pretty easy to infer those in particular are examples of your comments.

To be fair to the Spyderco Swick, a lot of that the cost is due to economies of scale, not to mention the price you quoted is a lot higher than what they intially sold. The real asking price may have increased since then, but that is mostly due to rarity. They only made 400 Swicks. Due to lackluster sales, no more will likely ever be produced. :(

If anyone kinda liked the Spyderco Spot, but found the blade too little, I'd suggest they try to snap up a Swick. ;)
 
I've learned alot from the discussion as two weeks ago I'd never even
heard of neck knives. From the photos I've decided I definitely do NOT
want a fixed knife hanging over my heart as I'll fall the first day I wear
it. At least two recommeded were over six inches long !

I have to think with the hundreds of ultra light weight folders with
lanyard holes there must be a better choice. I have to figure out
how to retrieve the knife for use and right now I assume I will have
to simply slip the necklace/lanyard off over my head. Perhaps
some of the detachable keyring devices could prove effective
in this situation.
Thanks for sharing the links and photos guys. They were very helpful.
Scott
 
Confederate said:
A friend bought several Myerco neck knives for his daughters to wear while dating. Cost? Five bucks apiece and they're double-edged. Women also can be abducted in parking lots and stuffed in trunks and later raped. In most cases, this ends in the death of the victim.

A woman with a small, concealed knife and a rudimentary knowledge of anatomy can quickly turn the tables on an attacker (remember the movie, Cellular?)


Actually, I said "most" of the expensive neck knives. Perhaps I should have said "many," but I've run across some expensive neck knives made from AUS6 and 420J2 stainless. Also, my point was that emergency weapons like neck or boot knives should be made from these types of steels, because they're strong and resiliant.

There are blades for every purpose. All I'm saying is why spend a lot for an Emerson or SOG when you can get one that will suit your purposes for a fraction of the price?

This Gerber Guardian (left) has a 440A blade and sells for $48. The S&W HRT (right)
sports a 440C real double-edged blade and sells for $17.
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This SOG Mini-Pentagon also has a 440A blade and sells for $55,
while the bantum blade Myerco comes in at a mere $4.99.
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What are the dimentions on the Meyerco?
 
I'm very thankful for this thread. Yet, it has provided zero information to me...except for reinforcing the fact that I have neck knives that are WAY better for my needs than anything else out there. People say they aren't easy to conceal...not true for mine. People say not easy to access....not true for mine. Hell, under a Tshirt my neck knife is easier and faster to grab than my EDC folder. Oh, top of the line steel too. I EDC the only neck knife I would ever consider wearing. Even a BM 210 would feel like a brick around my neck compared to this. It's not a backup for me. It's likely the first thing I'd pull when a knfe is needed urgently for any reason. You guys are missing out if you even have to ask. And no, I can't tell you what it is, because finding them is getting harder and harder and I don't want the extra competition. I'mm off to bed with one around my neck, and I'll never notice it there. good night guys.
 
talonturbo,
Those bed bugs must be huge if you need to wear a neck knife to bed.
Pleasant dreams.
 
Very interesting thread. I've tried my share of neck knives, including many of the ones mentioned in this thread. Nowadays, I find myself preferring my Spyderco SPOT.

The B/M 210 wasn't bad, the Livesay Thrasher had a better handle, the Ranger Little Bird is nice, but thick, most neck knives are too long, IMHO. The SPOT is 4 3/4" long & just over 1 oz. It has a finger hole for easy indexing & retention. The sheath has an elongated tube, so it tends to not flop around & the ball chain is encased in a hollow para-cord. All in all, a very nice & capable neck knife. Unfortunately they're not made anymore, so prices are probably going up. Of the 2 models made, I prefer (& admit it's the only one of the two I've tried) the VG-10 model with thin black micara scales to the all SS AUS 6 model.
 
Okay, I'll own up to it. I have a CRKT P.E.C.K. Go ahead and call me names, but it's a great little blade for a hideout knife. The sheath is a joke, but I just started working with Kydex so it's just a matter of time.
I don't condone this, but I walked into a rock concert with it hanging around my neck under my t-shirt. They patted me down at the gate and everything and just sent me on my way. Point being: no one expects you to have a blade hanging on a bead chain. If anything, it looks like a set of dog tags.
 
I have a CRKT Falcon. It was $16 in AUS6m. It is great cutter with an awesome grind on it. It is a necker but I never wear it. I keep trying to but the idea of a knife hanging around my neck on my chest is not very comfortable.

I will occassonally wear it over my shoulder, under my arm. That is how I wear it when I do.

I prefer IWB by far, it is a much more comfortable and accessible carry method.

All that said, I will carry in over the shoulder because a few of my pants don't have belts.
 
melt said:
Preventec47, I think this might be the solution you are looking for:
http://www.newgraham.com/detail.aspx?ID=5071
It carries a Kershaw Leek in the closed position hanging from a neck chain.
And here is one for the Kershaw Chive:
http://www.newgraham.com/detail.aspx?ID=5070
For $5.95 plus shipping, it might be worth a try, especially if you have a Leek or a Chive.
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A Kydex Neck sheath is the best of both worlds.
Your EDC can be carried round your neck if and when you need it there.
And no need for a special fixed blade.
 
I have a CRKT Dogfish and like it just fine...it holds an edge well, and I like the size of it for a neck knife. (nice to know I can always open a quality bottle of beer as well...lol) A buddy of mine has the Buck Hartsook...have to give a big thumbs up for it as well...a really great little knife.
 
remember the CRKT STIFF KISS. i loved that knife.. i never got one and now they dont make em :<
 
On the theory that the lighter the knife the more appealing it would
be to hang around the neck, I have found this Spyderco blade
of 2 oz tot weight with a 2 5/16 folding blade.

http://spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=269

What are some other other competing extremely lightweight
folders that might be considered ?

It would seem that we also want it to be as flat as possible
as well and with a lanyard hole. I like the idea of a Kydex sheath
but it seems like it might add a lot of thickness to an otherwise
very thin knife hanging on a lanyard. This might make it
more obvious when impression is seen through a shirt? ? ?
 
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