Rescue folder, do I need it and what brand should I get?

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I've wanted to get a rescue style knife for some time now, something to just leave in my truck. I don't really see a need for it, but I'd still like to get one. Don't wanna spend too much money on it though. I've looked at the Rescue Blurs, the SOG Flash II rescues, and the Spyderco Assists. Any suggestions? This is going to stay in my truck, probably will become my truck folder after a while. Something that does not need a lot of maintenance.
 
I like the Spyderco Assist the best out of them, I think. It's got the retractable carbide glass breaker that you can replace, and the Spyderedge serration pattern for seatbelts.
 
Benchmade Spyker Rescue knife is a good one but not easy to find. Spyderco makes a knife called a "Rescue".

The folder rescue knives are the ugly ducklings of the knife world it seems. I'm about the only one I know who likes them because I don't need a pointy end (that breaks off all too easily) and the Rescues have tons of cutting edge yet are light enough for easy carry.

Here are some models recommended by some of the guys at the fire house.

http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/store_detail.html?s=BM9110FS

http://spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=72
 
The two I like best aren't the cheapest, but I feel they are at least as reliable as any of the competition that I've handled: the Spyderco Rescue Assist and the MOD CQD Mark II.
 
If the knife will mainly sit in your truck, I would recomment the Atlantic Salt/SE.:thumbup: Lots of cutting power and maintenance free because of the H1 steel.:thumbup:
 
spydutch said:
If the knife will mainly sit in your truck, I would recomment the Atlantic Salt/SE.:thumbup: Lots of cutting power and maintenance free because of the H1 steel.:thumbup:
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Took the words right out of my mouth, get it in yellow then it really looks like a rescue knife. This is one of only 2 folders (excluding SAKS)that makes it into my edc rotation

If you really want bells and whistles as well as a good knife then get the assist, hey you never know when you might go over a bride rail into the river and need to break your way out of the truck;-)>
 
The D'allara cost about 50 bucks and is a strong strong knife
good knife hunting
Jack
 
edgetrip said:
If you really want bells and whistles as well as a good knife then get the assist, hey you never know when you might go over a bride rail into the river and need to break your way out of the truck;-)>
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Ha:D , I know I don't really need it, but I still want it.
 
Extrema Ratio RES (Rescue Emergency Survival) is a good knife, it has got everything you need in an emergency situation.
 
I am a professional firefighter in the UK.
I used to carry a Spyderco Rescue, but I have come to decision that it is not good practice to use a sharp knife in close proximity to a wounded person if it can be avoided.
I recommend a Res-Q-Me http://www.resqme.com/

The ResQMe is a great little tool. I have used it operationally and it functions well.

I still carry a knife for other tasks though. I find a sharp point useful (for tasks like cutting open a mattress or sofa after a fire) and carry a plain edged Spyderco Endura.
 
I want a couple of those Res-Q-Me's! Great idea for a key holder!!

Currently, I have been carrying a Kershaw National Geographic Tool. I use it a lot, in town and in the bush. It cuts tough things like nylon rope and webbing like they are butter....takes a VERY sharp edge, and its serrations WORK....and don't get bogged down in a cut, like some other brand's serrations. I also really like how you can hold it inside the carabiner, so your knuckles are away from things like prickly bushes, and from the blade edge as well. If it had a carbide window breaker as well, I'd be totally happy with it. As it is, I do feel vulnerable on the road without a window breaker tool.
 
Okay, I just checked out that ResQMe. Apparently, those carbide breakers won't break laminated glass, which windshields (and some side windows, but not rear windows) are made from. But, I understand that windshields can be pushed out from inside a vehicle....is this true, Steven?
 
The Vistorinox Swiss Army One-hand-opening Trekker is my next SAK, I think, with seatbelt cutting capability in mind.
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Victorinox also makes some other models, that have curved, serrated belt cutter blades, along with other blades. But I don't think any of these are one-hand openers, and I also I don't want to have fiddle around in an emergency among several different blade choices.
 
I always liked the Spyderco rescue. If it is just for that last minute situation and you are leaving it in your truck it would be perfect. I had a blue handled Rescue and it was cool. The D'Allara looks nice too.
 
Emerson SARK. I've used one on the job for over 5 years and it's been the best rescue knife I've ever used. Top quality and customer service and I just seen some green SARK's on ebay for 79.99, and that's a heck of a deal....hope that helps, Jim
 
I would get a yellow serrated Atlantic Salt….no maintenance (rust proof!)...and in the edge holding test I did, a serrated Atlantic Salt held its edge as well as a serrated VG10 93 MM Rescue.



- Frank
 
as a truck knife,,i dont think a rescue knife is needed...your better off with a regular blade in the truck,,,

as a fireman,,,i carried a rescue blur and rarely used it,,i then started carrying two blades as I need a regular knife alot,,,then I just carried a regual knife and a rescue hook...alot easier,,,

i say get a nice altlantic salt or benchmade 707 for the truck :)
 
Pocketknife said:
Okay, I just checked out that ResQMe. Apparently, those carbide breakers won't break laminated glass, which windshields (and some side windows, but not rear windows) are made from. But, I understand that windshields can be pushed out from inside a vehicle....is this true, Steven?
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Most modern windshields are bonded and cannot be pushed out. The only reliable way of removing them is by sawing them.
We generally leave them in, cutting the bottom of the A-post and folding the whole roof and windshield forward over the bonnet (hood).

I understand that laminated glass is being fitted to side windows, but I haven't come across it at a job yet.

One of my big concerns when cutting vehicles is air bags. It seems that some vehicle have them everywhere.
 
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