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I am lookin at getting 2 knives, a short 4-6" fixed blade knive to use as a boot knife, and a larger 6-9" blade. I do know how to use a knife(have been taking lessons thats why i want some of my own now) A friend suggested I use Cold steel knives so please limit suggestions to knives of that brand. I will list what i want them to be able to do then you guys can tell me if im looking at the right knives:

- Both total must be under $250 canadian
- Boot knive will be used as a every day utility knife(i work as a shipper reciever and will sometimes use it to cut/pry things)
- Big knife must be light to medium weight and a thin blade, this one must cut well and be easy to wield, dont care if its a one edged blade or 2.
- Both must come with good Sheath's(as i dont have money to buy aftermarket ones)
- Preferable a Silver finish not black(i think black finished knives look like plastic)

That said, ive been looking at the Kobun for the boot knife and either the ODA, Oyabun, or UWK for the bigger knife. Any input will be appreciated. BTW does anyone know the laws for carrying a knife in canada?
 
rifter
i noticed no-one has touched this one yet.
cold steel is one of the companies i suggest to my friends, they have good "working" knives.two knives in their line i have used and recomend are the culloden (in carbon5) and the recon scout.both are scary sharp out of the box and keep and hold an edge well.their handle material is kraton which has a sticky feel to it. the sheathes are cordura which work well. i'd go with the factory seconds and save some $$. as seconds both go for about $140.00 american plus shipping.
sorry, i don't know about canadian laws.
i hope this has been of some help.
steve
 
Rifter, welcome to the forums.

Well, first Cold Steel makes some great knives, no questions. Just a matter of picking out something to your preference and requirements. However please remember, there are a lot of really great high quality companies out there, and you are truly depriving yourself if you don't just take at least a second to look at their products.

Now back to Cold Steel, I don't know the exchange rate, but I do know your are somewhere within .30-.50 cents of the USD, right? (maybe I'm wrong) so I'm just gonna use USD as references.

I would take whichever knife will be used most as your first goal, which sounds from your description to be the small knife. For that I would personally suggest the Peacekeeper, just because I have used them and been happy with the performance.

For the larger knife, out of the coldsteel line I would have to say definately look at the Recon Scout. THIS KNIFE IS FANTASTIC !! super kicka** blade, great feel in the hand, easy to resharpen, and just an overall pleasure to use.
 
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I changed $50 US into $76 and some change Canadian today.
 
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Ok, i have done some thinking and now have it narrowed down to 2 knives, I still want the kobun but will get it in Carbon V as everyone seems to say its better steel, And now im looking at the Recon Tanto since it is also Carbon V. The Recon scout i just cant afford.
 
I personally think the CS line is good value.
I know that CS have a Christmas special with Master Hunters and
SRKs (both are seconds and dirt cheap). I have both of them on the way in the mail but they are only cheap for Xmas (seconds are cheap anyways). The Maser Hunter cost somewhere in the 20's (US funds) and the SRK was no more than $35 US funds. So you're still way under budget...although I'm not sure if the Master Hunter makes a good boot knife. The SRK should be stout enough to be used in as a prying tool.

Personally, I find the Recon Scout to a bit a bit too heavy for everyday carry. But if you can, since you're in Vancouver, run to a House of Knives and see if you can handle some CS knives. Call up CS and see if you can get them to fax you a copy of their Xmas special...one lady was nice enough to do that for me. You only have 5 days left!

BTW, the exchange rate sux for us Canadians. I know cuz I've spoiled myself enough this season with 2 HI Khukuris, a custom Dozier, a Busse Basic 7, and the two CS knives! Merry Xmas!

Burton
Burton
 
I think i am going with the SRK. For 2 reasons, one it is much better suited for prying than the kobun, and 2 cause it is a little longer and weights a little more. And for the big knife im going to pick up A KA-BAR :) i got to hold a friends and now im set on getting one :) and it looks cool.
 
I think i am going with the SRK. For 2 reasons, one it is much better suited for prying than the kobun, and 2 cause it is a little longer and weights a little more. And for the big knife im going to pick up A KA-BAR :) i got to hold a friends and now im set on getting one :) and it looks cool.
 
The SRK is one stout mother of a knive (bullet proof). Now the Ka-bar well sure it looks mean but I personally had two of them break on me.
One broke at the hilt where the blade steel narrows down into the handle, the other broke in half after I fell on it while wearing it on my belt. I'll never bet my life on one again. The Masterhunter is my favorite skinner; great knife...
 
For the larger knife, you might want to look at the offerings on the Mineral Mountain Hatchet Works website,
http://www.plan-a.org/mmhw/
Ted Frizzell makes some great heavy duty knives with 6.5 inch blades in the price range of $95 - $110 U.S. The only drawback is that the knives of that size don't have guards. Some have finger grooves, however, which should make for a secure grip.
 
Thank you all for your input, i have purchased the CS SRK today, after some hassel, story is posted here

At first glance the SRK seemed kinda not so sharp outta the box, i ran my finger over the blade(sideways across not down the length of it, i dont want to lose any fingers than you) I did not say anything to the clerk at the store I inspected it in the store to make sure it was the right knife. When i got home i tested it cutting some stuff i brought home from work, stuff that i would be cutting every day with it(plastic straps used for shipping(some pretty thik maybe 2/16ths to 4 16ths)/ Rope of various types/ some wood/ etc) And found that while the edge wasnt razor sharp outta the box it had a GREAT edge for cutting what i needed to cut, it cut smoothly and with ease, Seemes to have a great everyday utility knife edge on it outta the box, overall i am really impressed so far, i even accidentally cut though a small 1-2" piece of metal(i think it was aluminium or tin but i dunno, i aint no blacksmith) and that didnt even slow the blade down or dent/damage the edge. Overall so far it seems like a great everyday useable knife. After i have had it a few weeks i will post a review. Thanks again for all the input guys. BTW the larger knife will probably be the Ka-Bar 1245(8" tanto blade, Kydex Sheath) But am unsure as of right now, may wait till i get my CS catalog and get a 2nd recon scout or recon tanto.
 
I'm surprised that no one has mentioned Fallkniven. Cold Steel does make a decent working knife but I prefer Fallkniven. I am very impressed with their products.
 
mee too shootist! I agree a 100 % with you! I also have some CS,(Trailmaster San Mai III, Master hunter Carbon V an d others,..), but there comes nothing equal to my Fallknivens, A1, S1,F1, WM1. Very very good and outstanding knives. I also like the convex edge, which is really strong and very long lasting. And, I don't have any problems in sharpening the convex edge. I like the VG-10 steel they use, and I can't wait until they enter the market with their Northern Light series, Thor, NL-1!

many greetings,

Gerry
 
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