Problematic handle?

[rodelio]

If the handle steel looks like the image below, will it pose any problems if I will try to baton it? It is covered with carabao horn, it is a "rambo" knife imitation and made of 52100 steel, and it just costs $10. Is it even considered full tang?



TIA

 

[RevDevil]

Whot?

 

[rodelio]

I mean, will it not break?

 

[Vicarious Reality]

No, obviously it's not a full tang, it's a tapered tang, and if it is simply attached with glue, i would not use it for anything stressful.



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[Vicarious Reality]

Himalayan imports use this type of tang, but hammered into a mushroom at the back, so that it locks the handle permanently onto it.
I haven't heard anyone complain about their durability.

 

[rodelio]

Yes, I don't know what is used but there is a lock at the bottom of the handle.

 

[rodelio]

Can anyone show an image for tapered tang? I cannot google an appropriate image, I just want to make sure if it is really tapered tang. Thanks!

 

[singularity35]

Can anyone show an image for tapered tang? I cannot google an appropriate image, I just want to make sure if it is really tapered tang. Thanks!

Why don't you show a pic of the knife in question and we'all will try to answer you as best we can.