serrated trekker blades?

[jacknife]

That is probably one reason it was adopted, slightly modified as the Soldier model, by the Swiss army. Realistically, since most troops have little interest in knives and can be depended on to neglect maintenance, anything that reduces the need for it is of benefit. Vic wins with its rust resistant finish and well designed serrations.

Realistically, since most troops have little interest in knives and can be depended on to neglect maintenance

That goes for most people I know with knives as well. I've seen sharper butter knives, but they seem to get by with them.

Obviously I don't include us Knifenuts in that group.

 

[Gingerman]

I have both. Normally I don't like serrated blades, but I can shave with the serrated Trekker. The only real problem with it is that the chisel grind makes it hard to whittle. Fuzz sticks and such take some practice. The smooth edge is at the rear of the serrated blade rather than the front, which gives good control for fine carving.
That said, I carry the smooth blade Trekker, though I hate all things camo.

 

[The Zieg]

I carry my German Army Knife/Trekker all the time but am growing tired of the chisel grind on the rear portion. I may have to make that a proper grind. The serrations work for me. I did a review of the knife a couple of months ago.

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/s...rinox-Trekker-German-Army-Knife?highlight=gak

Zieg

 

[Alnamvet68]

If you're an avid boater (like me), you will find a serrated blade indispensable in everyday maritime chores, like cutting rope. Additionally, a serrated blade can work removing fish scales, cut small tree branches, slice breads, cut PVC pipe, and besides, a dull serrated blade will always outperform a dull plain blade. The only negative I see is if you don't know how to sharpen a knife, then sharpening a serrated blade will be out of the question.