Walther Allied Forces Knife

TAH

TAH

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I just received a Walther Allied Forces Knife with the plain edge, gray blade. Being an enthusiast of Walther firearms, I was excited to purchase one of their knives. However, after researching the knife and discovering that it was made in Taiwan, I was quite skeptical of the quality and somewhat disappointed to find out where it was made. But now, after handling the knife in person, I must say how impressed I am with the overall quality of the knife. It has all the features of higher end, tactical folders, but at a very fair price. The Walther's detail, action, fit, and finish are exceptionally outstanding! The aluminum handle has nylon washers, stainless liners, and a thumb stud rest. Additionally, the knife is very comfortable and well balanced in the hand.

Another reason that I was attracted to this knife was its overall design and style. It has a very classic, sleek appearance that is not overdone like many tactical knives are in today's market. IMO, it think it is one of the best looking tactical folders available.

I realize that there are higher grades of stainless steel than 440A, but for my application, the knife will not be used on a regular basis, making 440A quite adequate for my needs as a self-defense weapon and collector's piece. Not to mention, it came razor sharp!

I primarily collect high-end custom knives (Herron, Dowell, SR Johnson, Rigney, etc.) and this knife is a knife that I am proud to own as well. The Walther has given me a whole new opinion of knives made in Taiwan.

Here's a link and check out the price.

http://store.knifecenter.com/pgi-ProductSpec?WAL1038
 
I have two, both with the black teflon coated blades, one with rubber inserts, the other with rosewood. I have to say that they are good knives for what they are, they're price ect. I got mine a little over a year ago when they came out and I have to say I was and am still quite impressed. The finsh on these are much better than the crkt, or the timberlines, and on top of that you can get them cheaper!!!


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I couldn't agree with you more, rev. I can't believe you can get this high of quality at this price point. Chalk one up for Gutmann Cutlery.

Have you had any trouble with the knife over the last year? How is the black powder coating holding up on the aluminum handle? And how about the 440A blade...have you had to sharpen it as much as you thought you would?
 
The lock up is still solid, no problems. The coating is like most teflon blade coatings it will wear off a little, get scratched, but compared to others it holds up well. The blade actually holds a decent edge, better than most crkt knives (certainly the ones with aus-6).
The screws that hold the stops for the blade still seem to be ok, Ive always wondered if that would present a problem, so far so good.
Im not dissapointed with them in the least. the only thing thats thrown me off is the year warranty. Many lower end companies will give you a short warranty period, but the thing that stuns me is that they are made quite well. so why the year warranty? maybe for those that abuse them, or maybe to exit out of any possible problems, keep costs down (especially for future ventures?).
i will say this for gutmann though. I had a junglee folder with problems and it had been a while since I got it, but they replaced it completely for me for free.
all in all I'd say the walther knives are worth more than the cash paid for them, a true value!! mine are still holding up fine!!

(but of course I dont abuse my knives either).
:D !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
Thanks, rev. As a FYI, there was a good review of the knife in the March 2002 issue of Tactical Knives Magazine. The author pretty much confirmed ever thing that we've talked about. If interested, you can get a copy of the article from Gutmann. Just request it through their website. Take care.
 
I emailed gutmann they said they would send a copy of the article to me for free!!!!

Thanks again TAH!!!! :)
 
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