piggybacking a sar 4?

[Bullitt196]

Hey all

Just occurred to me I only have one smaller busse and its not really a user. Was wondering if anyone has used the sar 4 in a piggyback setup? Or is it too big for this kind of set up?

Possible matches for it (or the 3) would be a bwm le, hogfsh or tglb.

Thanks in advance

 

[Al-Sheikh]

The SAR-4 is a full-sized heavy knife. I couldn't imagine piggy-backing it to an even bigger knife and carrying the set up comfortably. That's exactly what the SAR-3 is made for :thumbup:

 

[Lazyboy]

I'm looking to do a set with an MBC and thinking about possibly using a SAR4.

 

[uyotg]

I second the notion that the SAR 4 is a full-sized knife, not really meant to ride piggyback.

I'm looking to do a set with an MBC and thinking about possibly using a SAR4.

Check this out: http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/960196-SAR-4-and-MBC-multi-carry

 

[leatherman]

Piggybacking a SAR4 wouldn't be impossible, but it would be rather heavy. Even on a light knife like a BWM. A bandolier type strap with a shoulder cushion would be highly suggested.

Hope this helps a little.

 

[Lazyboy]

I second the notion that the SAR 4 is a full-sized knife, not really meant to ride piggyback.



Check this out: http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/960196-SAR-4-and-MBC-multi-carry

I saw that- some nice work. I need one with the right handle, to match the MBC.

 

[Lazyboy]

The SAR-4 is a full-sized heavy knife. I couldn't imagine piggy-backing it to an even bigger knife and carrying the set up comfortably. That's exactly what the SAR-3 is made for :thumbup:

I was all keen to do a set with a SAR4 and bigger knife- until I was shown just how big the SAR4 actually is, especially when compared to the SAR3.

 

[leatherman]

I saw that- some nice work. I need one with the right handle, to match the MBC.

I'm not sure I understand there, the knives are shown to illustrate how the sheath fits them, they're not for sale. Sorry if I misunderstand.

I was all keen to do a set with a SAR4 and bigger knife- until I was shown just how big the SAR4 actually is, especially when compared to the SAR3.

True, its a massive knife for a 5" blade. There are a few Busse's that are in between the SAR 4 and SAR 3 in size. The Active Duty and Meaner Street variations come immediately to mind.

 

[Bullitt196]

Great info all, what do you think about strapping the 3 to a TGLBS?

 

[Lazyboy]

I was all keen to do a set with a SAR4 and bigger knife- until I was shown just how big the SAR4 actually is, especially when compared to the SAR3.

Sorry, meant to post this link too- good comparison pics.
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/954043-Piggyback-set-your-advice-required

 

[1whobuys]

Why not get a knife big enough to Piggy Back them all...?

I always have just the right knife when I'm out in the woods...never really needed the SAR 3 but I do have a drop point Leaner Meaner just in case.

 

[stjones]

NICE piggy back set up!!!!!

 

[leatherman]

Yep, that is pretty much the ultimate piggy back set up!

 

[<Flux>]

I'm with the majority here. The SAR-4 would not be the ideal knife to piggyback on a larger blade in my opinion. What do I know though? It could fit your needs perfectly and there's no doubt that it can be done. It really depends on your needs, I suppose. My preferred setup when exploring is a big blade (10"-11") and a small blade (usually ~3") in a piggyback setup. I have my Basic-4 piggybacked to my Basic-11, which has been my favorite setup for a while now. The Basic-4 is definitely a lot lighter than the SAR-4 though. If a piggyback setup doesn't work, my second choice is usually a big blade strong side and a 4"-5" blade worn on my week side setup for cross draw.