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Pros and Cons of Neck Knives?
- Thread starter CutleryMaster62
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I like neck knives IFF they are size and weight appropriate. Just about anything can be neck carried if you really want to, but a 2" or so blade is about the largest that I would carry in this manner. Neck carry is mainly a convenient way for me to carry a second or third knife.
pros: it's stealth wear, practically unseen under a shirt/coat
cons: can't be deployed instantly with that shirt or coat on
pros: what a great way of keeping tabs 24/7 on your knife...never loosing track of it's whereabouts as it continually swings 'n dangles securely from your neck
cons: unfortunately most folks have only one neck...so best keep it light !
cons: can't be deployed instantly with that shirt or coat on
pros: what a great way of keeping tabs 24/7 on your knife...never loosing track of it's whereabouts as it continually swings 'n dangles securely from your neck
cons: unfortunately most folks have only one neck...so best keep it light !
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I wear my Izula around the yard and working in the garage on the outside of my T-Shirt, I find it very convenient for those cutting tasks that always seem to pop up.
Cons:
-You do have to get use to them swinging and bouncing around on your chest.
- I find resheathing takes 2 hands
- beware of the Soldier of Fortune comments from the sheeple if you wear it exposed in public, even if it is legal in your area
Cons:
-You do have to get use to them swinging and bouncing around on your chest.
- I find resheathing takes 2 hands
- beware of the Soldier of Fortune comments from the sheeple if you wear it exposed in public, even if it is legal in your area
I wear a neck knife hiking/backpacking, I find it much more handy in this location
I've also always setup up my neck knives as "kits"- this way if I were to inadvertently part from my pack I'd still have the ability to start a fire, erect a shelter, treat water, signal, etc
Fallkniven WM1
JK Hiker Jr
I've also always setup up my neck knives as "kits"- this way if I were to inadvertently part from my pack I'd still have the ability to start a fire, erect a shelter, treat water, signal, etc
Fallkniven WM1
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I'm hearing a lot of Cons related to how the neck knife feels swinging on your neck, as well as Cons related to deploying the neck knife. First of all, as I've mentioned before, deploying a neck knife takes a little bit of repetition and "muscle memory", just like any other similar task. It takes a little practice to get good at deploying and using your folder, your firearm, your toothbrush, or anything else.
If you use the cord or chain around your neck knife to pull it up out of your shirt, it doesn't matter what you are wearing. You could be wearing a t-shirt, a collared shirt, a jacket, anything, but as long as you can reach your neck and grab your knife cord, you are good to go and can retrieve the knife. Again, this takes a little practice to get good at it. Give it a shot, and you might be surprised.
As far as the neck knife swinging around your neck, what I normally do is give the chain or cord only just enough slack to get over my head. If you give it too much slack, it will swing and swing. If you have it tighter around your neck, it is easier to retrieve and won't have as much play.
That's all I can say. I love my neckers. I always have a lot of stuff in my pockets, and getting anything quickly out of there is usually a nightmare. I don't work or live in an environment where belt carry is appropriate. Neck carry for me is perfect, because it allows me to discreetly carry a fixed blade knife.
I hope that helps. If you don't like it though, you don't like it. I don't really care, all I know is it is a system that works out well for me!
If you use the cord or chain around your neck knife to pull it up out of your shirt, it doesn't matter what you are wearing. You could be wearing a t-shirt, a collared shirt, a jacket, anything, but as long as you can reach your neck and grab your knife cord, you are good to go and can retrieve the knife. Again, this takes a little practice to get good at it. Give it a shot, and you might be surprised.
As far as the neck knife swinging around your neck, what I normally do is give the chain or cord only just enough slack to get over my head. If you give it too much slack, it will swing and swing. If you have it tighter around your neck, it is easier to retrieve and won't have as much play.
That's all I can say. I love my neckers. I always have a lot of stuff in my pockets, and getting anything quickly out of there is usually a nightmare. I don't work or live in an environment where belt carry is appropriate. Neck carry for me is perfect, because it allows me to discreetly carry a fixed blade knife.
I hope that helps. If you don't like it though, you don't like it. I don't really care, all I know is it is a system that works out well for me!
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For those of you concerned about 550 cords, I saw a simple solution. Someone took some wire, wrapped the two ends of the cords with it like a spring and crimped it just enough to get the desired tension. When pulled hard, it comes apart instead of strangling you. If you adjust it correctly, you can still deploy with one handed.
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I EDC a neck knife as well. I love it.
Pros:
Easy way to discreetly carry a fixed blade.
Personally, I love this style of knife. Even if it's not on your neck, I think it's a great category of knives.
Can be easily switched to belt or pocket carry.
Frees up pocket space (big concern for me.)
Doesn't require a pocket or belt. I wear athletic shorts a lot, and pocket space (if any) is limited, so this allows me to easily carry a knife I can depend on.
Cons:
The weight can get tiresome.
Bead chain can pull neck hairs.
People will notice it if you hug them.
Not always sheeple friendly.
I think the choking worries are a bit overblown. Millions of people wear necklaces every day, this isn't any more a hazard than that. Also, this may not be a concern for some, but my mom didn't exactly appreciate finding out that I carry a fixed blade around my neck by hugging me. YMMV. I was also asked why I carry a meat cleaver by someone that saw my neck knife, but oh well. Overall, I think it's a terrific way to carry a knife.
Pros:
Easy way to discreetly carry a fixed blade.
Personally, I love this style of knife. Even if it's not on your neck, I think it's a great category of knives.
Can be easily switched to belt or pocket carry.
Frees up pocket space (big concern for me.)
Doesn't require a pocket or belt. I wear athletic shorts a lot, and pocket space (if any) is limited, so this allows me to easily carry a knife I can depend on.
Cons:
The weight can get tiresome.
Bead chain can pull neck hairs.
People will notice it if you hug them.
Not always sheeple friendly.
I think the choking worries are a bit overblown. Millions of people wear necklaces every day, this isn't any more a hazard than that. Also, this may not be a concern for some, but my mom didn't exactly appreciate finding out that I carry a fixed blade around my neck by hugging me. YMMV. I was also asked why I carry a meat cleaver by someone that saw my neck knife, but oh well. Overall, I think it's a terrific way to carry a knife.