What is the big deal???

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seanuhthin

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I just want to know what separates RAT fixed blades from other brands. I love the looks, but I am wondering now because someone told me that it is a carbon steel or something that needs to be cleaned a lot? Go easy on me I really know nothing about them. BTW strongly considering the RC-4. I like it a lot. :confused:
 
There's a sticky thread at the top of this here subforum about 1095 steel and rust:

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=562255

You may find the information useful. Lots of people on here know a whole lot more about the steel itself so I'll just let them handle the specifics. Oh, and there ain't no such thing as a stupid question, and the RC-4 happens to be my favourite blade :thumbup: so congrats on a great possible purchase :)

Hope this helps a little :D


Thanks,

D-R
 
Carbon steel does require more maintenance than stainless steel but it doesn't require "a lot" of cleaning. A simple wipe down after use and maybe an occasional oiling will suffice in most cases.

For me, what seperates RATs from other brands is that I get a lot for my money. I get a great sheath, a great warranty, and a well made knife. That is what you pay for, but just as important is what you don't pay for... like boutique steel that I don't need, exotic handles, and complicated grinds. You get a knife that works at a fair price.

Also, they are pretty much the only knife company that offers MOLLE compatibility across their whole line of knives. That makes their sheaths quite a bit more versatile than just about anything out there. So you also get a sheath that works at a fair price.

Product that works + fair price = separated from the other brands.
 
Could go on and on about the toughness, fit and finish, warranty, etc. but I recommend researching already existing reviews out there, like on youtube.

As for the 1095 steel used on RAT knives, check out the sticky at the top of the RAT forum.
 
two words............The Warranty


Not only are they great knives they have the best warranty in the biz:cool:
 
Our knives are really no better than any other company's. It's all just personal preference. We make knives that work. Nothing pretty about our stuff, and no bullshit when it comes to our knives or philosophy. We're a simple company that refuses to lie or exaggerate our product to get more customers. To be honest, we're really not looking for more customers or dealers. Knives are a means to an end for us. We are all about survival in the wilds and in remote locations. Our knives work ok for that but 10 dollar machetes work better for most locales.

Jeff
 
Hang around here for a while and you'll realize they have quite the following. You don't get that kind of brand loyalty by turning out a crap product.

If you use it on a regular basis, you probably won't notice the difference in the steel in a RAT and any of the other steels that you're used to. 1095 seems like a great choice for a knife: it holds a good edge and is easy to sharpen.

You just won't find many complaints about RAT knives. Trust me I looked before I bought my first one.
 
i have to go see that warranty... This is awesome though! I don't even own one and I am excited... I guess it's because this forum isn't boring at all.
 
Here's how I look at it.

I'm going to buy a knife.
Easy. There are a million different knives available from a million different companies.

I want one in 1095 because i enjoy the combination of ease of sharpening and the toughness you get with proper heat treat.
Again, easy. There are several thousand to choose from from several different companies.

I want one with the best fit & finish available so that I know I can work with it for hours at a time without causing damage to my hands.
Now we start narrowing it down. There are a several production companies that offer what I'm looking for, but other than that, I'm forced to go to a custom knife from a good maker. Also, the price point just became more evident.

I want a production knife that won't break the bank and don't want to dish out the dough for an expensive custom.
Now the selection has just been narrowed A LOT. There are only a handful of companies out there that offer what I'm looking for.

Now here is when you start to see why RAT is the best.

Given that I have a choice of a few companies, I want a knife from someone who I can actually talk to and who will talk to me as a person and not a dollar sign.
RAT.

I want to know that my knife was made in the great US of A by people who display what a great business should be, including showing the best ethics and holding honorable ideals high.
RAT.

I want to know that my knife will be replaced, no questions asked, if it is EVER damaged or fails me, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER OR NOT I EVEN PURCHASED IT!
RAT.

I want to purchase a knife that not only works as a great tool, but also opens the door to a great community made up of people who hold the same code of ethics and honor as the great company who made the knife.
RAT.

There you have it. Yes, Jeff is correct. There are certainly cheaper tools that may very well serve you even better than a RAT knife, such as a good cheap machete. However, if you're going to buy a knife and the RAT is within your price point, there is no better choice. From the makers, to the product, to the community of people using them, RAT is pretty damn hard to beat.
 
I own several different brand of knives and It is hard to put a knife down that works for ya and for me RAT Cutlery fits the bill .
 
Im am trying to get a RAT pack number quickly so I can sign up for the custom orange one... Does anyone think I should actually use it? Especially if they will only have them for a while? If RAT will fix it no matter the damage than I would think it would put some character into the blade.
 
1095 is a great knife steel. That RAT puts a coating on the blade takes care of the maintenance concerns that some have (just USE the thing to keep rust off the edge). The amazing heat treat gives the things great edge retention, but maintains an amazing amount of toughness.

Made in the USA. 'nuff said.

Extremely versatile designs. I love my RC-3 for hiking, bushcraft, around the house, etc. LEOs, etc. love them for other reasons.

Nice handles

Bulletproof constuction

Attention to details

What put me over the top and made me decide to get one are the sheathing systems. The knife and the sheath are designed to operate together as a system. The two are inseperable. The sheaths are great at retaining the blade in really extreme circumstances and the sheaths themselves are designed to be mounted in a number of different ways.
 
seanuhthin said:
Im am trying to get a RAT pack number quickly so I can sign up for the custom orange one... Does anyone think I should actually use it? Especially if they will only have them for a while? If RAT will fix it no matter the damage than I would think it would put some character into the blade.
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They're designed to be admired DURING use.
 
Awesome. Haven't seen so much great customer service, interaction, and just a plain out cool company since... Wait, I haven't have I? :)

Just kidding, CRK will always have a special place on my shelf.
...And spyderco's?
 
I like the price to value ratio - it's cheap enough to abuse, but expensive enough that I know it's a quality product.
 
It's the best knife for the money I've ever owned. As far as the 1095, I don't do a thing to mine other than use it. A dry rag is all my RC6 gets.
Oh, and the best warranty in the business.
 
I actually just read the warranty, It's close to unbelievable. Hopefully they will cover the custom RC-3's being made. Thats a stupid question though.
Of course they will.
 
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