Utility Fighter Appreciation Thread

It’s growing on me. On my kit, real estate is paramount. I still think it’s a bit long for my tastes compared to the DEK. FK3 is on the backcountry rig and it’s perfect for hunting/camping stuff. The UF2 is really growing on me but I don’t necessarily know if I would choose it over my DEK1 yet. Sure is an epic blade though!
 

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SwissHeritageCo said:
I'm curious as to the differences. Is it just handle shape and length (an extra bit added to the pommel area)? I see the larger finger guard.

Thanks for this pic, I've never seen a side by side comparison :)
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#not Nathan

Pretty much handle tweaks and jimping:

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Thread 'Updated UF 2'

Hi, sorry if I have missed something, but are there any details about the updated U F 2?
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For the record, both awesome!!! 👌

Subliminal message: "YOU NEED BOTH"
 
SwissHeritageCo said:
I'm curious as to the differences. Is it just handle shape and length (an extra bit added to the pommel area)? I see the larger finger guard.

Thanks for this pic, I've never seen a side by side comparison :)
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They both feel great in the hand but to me the biggest improvement for the UF2 is the thumb ramp, it puts your thumb position a bit more forward and the taller ramp feels more secure.
 
SwissHeritageCo said:
I'm curious as to the differences. Is it just handle shape and length (an extra bit added to the pommel area)? I see the larger finger guard.

Thanks for this pic, I've never seen a side by side comparison :)
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Length is the same, the last screw in the UF2 is just further forward, so the pommel looks a bit different.

Main difference is jimping. Also, the UF1 Mashed Cat sheath is notably longer and thinner than the UF2's. A little easier on deep pockets.

And: the UF1 also comes in AEB-L. :)
 
ferider said:
Length is the same, the last screw in the UF2 is just further forward, so the pommel looks a bit different.
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We found that, if you were striking the butt of the original with a hammer and you hit the scales, it was possible to bust the scales right into the screw hole. Moving the rear fasteners forward a bit leaves more meat which makes the scale more durable if there's a mishap with a hammer.

This was a design change developed for the Shiv and carried over into the UF
 
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