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Tantos: What's the Draw?
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I've got two modified tanto blades; a BM 905 Mini Stryker and a CRKT M16 CF and I really like the blade shape for all around use. It was stated earlier how it works like a Wharcliff or exacto knife and I agree. I find the flat main surface is useful like that of a sheepsfoot blade as well, but with the added benefit of a good point. I also find the straight edges easy to sharpen. I doubt it's much of a skinner, but I don't use it for that, making that a non-issue. I like the fact the first edge can take a beating and save the main for cleaner cuts. The main reason I think it's not taken seriously at times is how it's been portrayed by some manufacturers. That's too bad, in hindsight. But it doesn't stop me from carrying one daily.
I EDC 2 tanto bladed knives: a Strider/Buck and an EKI CQC7B. I carry the CQC7 as a utility knife- its not that bad when you figure out how its going to cut, and the S/B for the tip, which is very good for scraping. I don't think an americanized tanto has anything on the traditional though. The MFA has the largest collection of authentic Japanese swords outside of Japan, and I can tell you that after you've seen a blade created by a master swordsmith you don't look at americanized tantos the same.
-Anthony
-Anthony