New RC-3! (For the latecomers. . .)

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I only found out just recently about the latest and improved version of the RAT-3 (made by the RAT folks themselves and not thru Ontario Knife Co. anymore).

Most notable change was it addressed what I, and I suspect what other folks out there felt when we we handled the original one; the handle felt a bit short for this very functional design. Also comes with with a "jump-proof" MOLLE sheath.

http://www.ratcutlery.com/rc-3.htm
 
Seems an improvement in some ways, but I don't know why they'd add the glass breaker pommel. The original is better for carry and batoning, if one every needs to, on the end.
 
The handle still feels a bit short.
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Back of the sheath:
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I haven't really tried it out much, but aside from the too-short handle feel, it seems like a really nice little knife. Maybe get a chance to play with it more this weekend.

Doc
 
I complained to Jeff about it being too thin for duty-related usage. ( 1/8 " thick)
Jeff was great about it and "stepped up to the plate". He stated that if I snapped the blade during duty usage, that he's take care of me and replace the knife.
Not too many people would do that...I admire the guy even more now. :thumbup: I'm going to be buying more of Jeff's products when they become available, just because he's a good guy and stands behind his product. I have the exact same set up as Doc's.
 
I wonder if I can order just the new sheath? I hate the way the old sheath carries. Chris

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Troop said:
I complained to Jeff about it being too thin for duty-related usage. ( 1/8 " thick)
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That is the main reason I bought the knife, I thought it would be thin enough to cut well.:D
 
skammer said:
Looks like a complete copy of Swamp Rats Howling Rat design to me.

Skam
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Jeez, do you ever have anything good to say. This style of knife has been made since og chipped one out of flint. :rolleyes:

The handle materials and steel may change but that's about it. Chris
 
I like the new design better--it has a longer handle than the other. It suprised me they did the pointy pommel too, but in actual use, it is not a big deal--it is not in the way like I thought it would be.
 
So can the "MOLLE" sheath be carried on a normal belt or do you need a specific MOLLE platform to mount it to?

Also does anyone have a photo of the sheath and all the bits and peices it comes with? I understand it comes with a boot clip but if you want a tek-lok you have to purchase that seperate. Is that right?

Thanks
 
17hmr said:
So can the "MOLLE" sheath be carried on a normal belt or do you need a specific MOLLE platform to mount it to?

Also does anyone have a photo of the sheath and all the bits and peices it comes with? I understand it comes with a boot clip but if you want a tek-lok you have to purchase that seperate. Is that right?

Thanks
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You can wear it on a normal belt...just slip your belt under that vertical (horizontal in the pic) nylon/velcro strap on the back of the sheath. Yes, it comes with a clip attachment that you can wear on a boot or belt. And, yep again, you have to come up with your own Tek-lok.
 
I love the knives, but wish they weren't so expensive, hopefully I'll save up some $ and buy one.
 
Hey Doc-Canada

How about a shot with the RC-3 in the Hand?
One half way through a log would be nice too :)
 
Anyone know how snug the sheath is?

Also why dont they allow other colour choices for sheaths I dont like tan at all and much prefer black or OD.

In the pic on the website it looks like it has green liners, does it?
 
nick-nack said:
Anyone know how snug the sheath is?
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It is very snug. It would hold the knife inverted without any problem.

nick-nack said:
Also why dont they allow other colour choices for sheaths I dont like tan at all and much prefer black or OD.
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That's a good question. I don't like the tan either, so I may order a black one down the road.

nick-nack said:
In the pic on the website it looks like it has green liners, does it?
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Yes.

Doc
 
I would say they're quite subdued. I told kgd I would take a picture of it in the hand. Hopefully, I'll get that done, this weekend. If I remember, I'll also take a shot that shows the liners. If I forget, remind me.

Doc
 
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