Maybe I wasn't so clear. I know that's how it's meant to work, but what I'm saying is that the force orientation (which is due to the geometry of the knife) is what makes it suspect. Compared to something like the Spyderco UKPK, the blade-handle angle is so different that I suspect the force from the thumb and index finger will be doing very little.
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slipjoint karambit?
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I think the closest you're going to get to that without commissioning a custom piece is a slipjoint hawkbill. Here's one from AG Russell:
Honestly though, if you're planning on potentially using it for what a Kerambit is designed for, I'd be very concerned with the rebound from an edge-on strike causing the blade to slam shut.
Even if it does hit the half-stop and stop, it's still probably going to give you a pretty nasty cut.
If you're just looking for that style of knife, IMO a Hawkbill is the way to go.
Honestly though, if you're planning on potentially using it for what a Kerambit is designed for, I'd be very concerned with the rebound from an edge-on strike causing the blade to slam shut.
Even if it does hit the half-stop and stop, it's still probably going to give you a pretty nasty cut.
If you're just looking for that style of knife, IMO a Hawkbill is the way to go.
That's a lockback lol.I think the closest you're going to get to that without commissioning a custom piece is a slipjoint hawkbill. Here's one from AG Russell:
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LOL, it took me two edits of that post to go "hey, what's that little sliver of--oh wait. It has a lock."
Thanks for all the info and concern,in answer to a few questions that have been asked: I live in Israel,knife laws: All carry of any size lock blades or fixed blades must be for specific purpose at the time. I was denied entry at a train station and my spydy rescue was confiscated on my way to a hike.All under 4" slipjoints are legal (for now)everywhere except schools. Primary purpose of knife - rope cutting nylon and natural.I like the recuve for a pull cut. Any sd situation were an illegal weapon is deployed becomes an assault by YOU,even against multiple assailants .Again stabbing at anytime will not be sd. Last if the handle is fairly
wide and you keep thumb and forefinger on the blade and 3 fingers on the handle you will be O.K
I'd like to amedd my request to include Halkbills that A.G.Russel looks nice.
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wide and you keep thumb and forefinger on the blade and 3 fingers on the handle you will be O.K
I'd like to amedd my request to include Halkbills that A.G.Russel looks nice.
Thanks
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I'd take my chances with a locking blade, but maybe a more traditional looking knife. Something with wood or bone handles, or orange G10. It may be overlooked.
I'd take my chances with a locking blade, but maybe a more traditional looking knife. Something with wood or bone handles, or orange G10. It may be overlooked.