New Model Fixed Blade - Umkhombe

[nyefmaker]

Will get some tonight, stand by....!!!

 

[bhyde]

Vendor pics or owner pics? I haven't seen many "in hand" pics.

I posted these in another thread, but can post here too

 

[Brian_T]

I started beating on mine today:

I have to say after a few hours of work it's still a real pleasure to use. The handles can be a little rough but I was wearing gloves so it really locked into the hand.

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[Brian_T]

To the guys that got one of these, is the handle material slightly raised off of the blade by the 3m tape like the Nyala? Also, how does the handle feel? I'm on the fence about trying to order one of these.

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[nyefmaker]

Thanks Brian T, I was just about to get the camera and snap some pics. Yours pretty much sum it up. I have a Nyala and now the Umkhombe, but did not even notice the handles had 3m tape. Never had a need to tinker and take the scales off I guess....lol. As stated, the handles are somewhat sharp, but with gloves or some simple deburing to soften them, they would be perfect.

 

[lemmuhj]

What a great looking knife. Looking forward to getting one of these.

 

[icybluesmile]

Thanks a ton for the photos and info. Looks like I will be ordering one of these tomorrow! :thumbup:

 

[BBQ BOY]

Lucky dog. Ive been trying to get my hands on one.

 

[nyefmaker]

I got mine directly from CRK, thats the only place they are available in the US as they are the German Distributer Exclusive. Thanks to CRK for making it happen for the USA folks.

 

[zl1]

That's a good looking blade

 

[Brian_T]

Quick comparison with the Professional Soldier:

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[LostViking]

Very nice fit between the GB and the Nyala,

Hope they make it here!

 

[LostViking]

Can anyone explain the value of the harpoon point? I see it showing up on a lot of higher end knives these days. I see where it could add strength to the tip. And alter the balance point moving it a bit further forward.

Or is it just a styling exsecise the knife industry is going through.

 

[Mad_Maxx]

I believe it's design, might be good as a little alternative harder use "edge"
otherwise maybe for a little more aggressive design?

 

[SALTY]

If this knife were offered in the USA, even if as a variant, it would be a hit.

 

[Brian_T]

If this knife were offered in the USA, even if as a variant, it would be a hit.

You can get them direct from CRK in the US.

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[Brian_T]

Can anyone explain the value of the harpoon point? I see it showing up on a lot of higher end knives these days. I see where it could add strength to the tip. And alter the balance point moving it a bit further forward.

Or is it just a styling exsecise the knife industry is going through.

I have used the back side of the tip extensively to scrape things during fire prep. I use it for scraping up some light tinder and it works GREAT for throwing sparks with my firesteel.

 

[knifeperson]

I called CRK yesterday and Alicia told me this knife was discontinued and not available from them. Does anyone know if there is another way to obtain a new one? I am in the US.

You can get them direct from CRK in the US.

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[Brian_T]

I called CRK yesterday and Alicia told me this knife was discontinued and not available from them. Does anyone know if there is another way to obtain a new one? I am in the US.

Is that right? Wow!

Thanks for the update.

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[Fish Boy]

This knife looks awesome. Damn shame that it's been discontinued.

Looks like a "Nyala Large," which would be really awesome. All I need is the same variety of Nyala scales as there is for Sebenza inlays, and I'll be set for life.