Using verses not using

[SIx Magpies]

So i have an edc2 that i use. I just scored a hdfk which will be a user.
I really would like a UF but it probably will never get any real use. Not like a chopper or edc or field knife.
It's nice to have it if i need it one day.
So even though it may see less use is it less important in my armoury?

 

[Casinostocks]

Until Nathan releases some form and version of the new pattern UF, if anyone who does not yet own one manages to snag one offered on the 2ndary, that YF will most likely be the priciest CPK which that person will own. That said, the UF is not a piece of jewelry and it really land literally ends itself very well to being used for most very normal and usual tasks which would require a knife as a tool. It is far more user friendly than a Shiv which will not be too far behind the UF in term of the 2ndary market prices.

For the sake of full disclosure, my fancy schmancy UF plus all the accessories I have ordered and have on order for it will set me back about 1G which is still less than some Ruski Shiro production folders but not behind too far

 

[SIx Magpies]

I would only be looking at a new run rather than secondary prices.
I feel the Use of a UF is to be available to use in case it's ever needed. Unlike a chopper that chops every day.
So am I using it to its full potential without actually using it just by having it ?

 

[Nathan the Machinist]

I think you bring up a good point. For example I have this Kimber .45 that I've never shot anybody with, does that mean I've never used it? It kind of seems like I use it every night.

 

[Nathan the Machinist]

I had a Utility Fighter that I would carry when I was going somewhere sketchy. I never once pulled it from its sheath. But I carried it many times. Despite having never cut anything was that knife used?

 

[SIx Magpies]

I think you bring up a good point. For example I have this Kimber .45 that I've never shot anybody with, does that mean I've never used it? It kind of seems like I use it every night.

I think it's getting used in the best way possible

 

[TommyGun56]

The UF is not just a fighting knife! Here is a description from the CPK Homepage
The 6″ Utility Fighter is a high quality combat knife that was developed during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to be a light weight but reliable fixed blade that serves as both a general purpose cutting tool and a weapon.
Comparison Shot

 

[SIx Magpies]

I had a Utility Fighter that I would carry when I was going somewhere sketchy. I never once pulled it from its sheath. But I carried it many times. Despite having never cut anything was that knife used?

Well its definately being used in my eyes.

 

[Casinostocks]

I had a Utility Fighter that I would carry when I was going somewhere sketchy. I never once pulled it from its sheath. But I carried it many times. Despite having never cut anything was that knife used?

That is the only one capable and utilitarian fixed blade knife which I would to any of the off the beaten path hikes near me, where firearms are NOT allowed. What a sweet and light, yet deadly "weapon" you and yours had created

 

[JustinFournier]

If you want one get it, £%^€ what anyone has to say about it.

 

[unwisefool]

Ooooooh I like that, what's the blade length on the UF?

 

[Casinostocks]

Ooooooh I like that, what's the blade length on the UF?

The original UF had a 6" blade.

 

[TommyGun56]

Ooooooh I like that, what's the blade length on the UF?

Also .165 thickness at the Ricasso -Slicey

 

[Hard Knocks]

So even though it may see less use is it less important in my armoury?

I'd say the answer to that is directly proportional to the amount of enjoyment you get from owning it, i.e. if you get a big goofy grin every time you pick it up, ya, it's important.

 

[SIx Magpies]

I'd say the answer to that is directly proportional to the amount of enjoyment you get from owning it, i.e. if you get a big goofy grin every time you pick it up, ya, it's important.

Getting a big goofy grin here whilst holding a UF is guaranteed.

 

[betzner]

Yeah, I carry a Potato (or Veggie) knife around just in case there's trouble!

 

[SIx Magpies]

One must always be prepared

 

[woodysone]

One must always be prepared

Don't you mean, be ready to prepare.

 

[betzner]

Yeah, those potatoes come atcha from nowhere!