What knife would you like to see next from CPK?

It appears I've been hoodwinked. Well played, sir.

Axe aside, there is another blade I wouldn't mind seeing cpk visit that I'll mention again (I think I've requested it in this thread). A lighter, longer and quicker light chopper. Beefier machete kinda thing?

MC, LC, other thingy.

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How about a combat Bowie?
It would be amazing to create a true all-rounder that embodies the American frontier spirit—something capable of close-quarters combat and even bushcraft.
Of course, I personally prefer full-sized katanas or rapiers—even just the blades would be fantastic if you ever make them! :)
 
gorgo13 said:
How about a combat Bowie?
It would be amazing to create a true all-rounder that embodies the American frontier spirit—something capable of close-quarters combat and even bushcraft.
Of course, I personally prefer full-sized katanas or rapiers—even just the blades would be fantastic if you ever make them! :)
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#notnathan: Early Americans were stupid...that is all.





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trevitrace said:
It appears I've been hoodwinked. Well played, sir.

Axe aside, there is another blade I wouldn't mind seeing cpk visit that I'll mention again (I think I've requested it in this thread). A lighter, longer and quicker light chopper. Beefier machete kinda thing?

MC, LC, other thingy.

KpnoBgA.jpeg

Qc7cQaQ.jpeg
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Remember when Lorien came up with this beast? I always hoped CPK put it into production.

Lorien

Thread 'WiP! Trail Cutlass'

While my plan has been on paper for some time now, last night I got it so dialed in, that I'm excited about taking the next step and getting started. I have a bar of steel ready.

I built a knife around a handle concept that's been in my mind for awhile now, so I have something of a proof of concept for this knife that I can test.

The handle sculpting is a departure from just about anything that you'd be familiar with, ie; it's fairly unique.

Preliminary specs;
Handle... 6"
Blade... 15-16"
Stock thiccness... .156"
Blade width... 2.25-2.5"
Material...CPM3V and Terotuf
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crossada said:
Remember when Lorien came up with this beast? I always hoped CPK put it into production.

Lorien

Thread 'WiP! Trail Cutlass'

While my plan has been on paper for some time now, last night I got it so dialed in, that I'm excited about taking the next step and getting started. I have a bar of steel ready.

I built a knife around a handle concept that's been in my mind for awhile now, so I have something of a proof of concept for this knife that I can test.

The handle sculpting is a departure from just about anything that you'd be familiar with, ie; it's fairly unique.

Preliminary specs;
Handle... 6"
Blade... 15-16"
Stock thiccness... .156"
Blade width... 2.25-2.5"
Material...CPM3V and Terotuf
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Nathan the Machinist said:
No I'm serious. We used to do 400 - 600 and send half of those to a pre-order. But the field knives, we've done over 800. Probably closer to 900. And we're going to go back and do more even though the sales are slowing down. I want to have shelf stock. I want people to be able to go on the site and buy what they want without any drama. I'm going to go back into production on that pattern so we can have some available for people without having to jump through hoops. I never wanted people to have to jump through hoops.

And we're making a lot of these EDC also.

Right now we are scrambling because

... Still need to do the skinner, dagger, folder, brush cutlass and kukri. Maybe an axe...
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crossada said:
Remember when Lorien came up with this beast? I always hoped CPK put it into production.

Lorien

Thread 'WiP! Trail Cutlass'

While my plan has been on paper for some time now, last night I got it so dialed in, that I'm excited about taking the next step and getting started. I have a bar of steel ready.

I built a knife around a handle concept that's been in my mind for awhile now, so I have something of a proof of concept for this knife that I can test.

The handle sculpting is a departure from just about anything that you'd be familiar with, ie; it's fairly unique.

Preliminary specs;
Handle... 6"
Blade... 15-16"
Stock thiccness... .156"
Blade width... 2.25-2.5"
Material...CPM3V and Terotuf
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That thing is beautiful.
 
Something that popped into my head today, how about a tracker? When you look at a proper tracker like the original model C WSK from Dave Beck, it is a highly refined and sophisticated design. With all of the cheap, poorly made copies and overly thick, chunky production knives, I'd like to see how the minds at CPK would interpret that style of knife.
 
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Oldaxe said:
High traction scale option. Like some heavy checkering or some exaggerated golf ball dimples.. Im about to start dremeling. against my better judgement. My little edc gets slippery, and jumpy sometimes

Edit to clarify- we need extreme grip micarta scales. Terotuff exists. But is not as "nice" as the VIPs and ECAMs
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Not the best job, also not the worst. But the grip is excellent
 
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Not the best, not the worst. But the grip is excellent
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I definitely can respect someone who knows what they Want, and is willing to take action.....Good Job!....I bet a lot of people are shitting themselves....lol
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*if you soak it/wipe it down with some Watco Danish oil finish, it will darken your newly made holes some, and blend the colors somewhat....

"I put that Sh*t on Everything...."
 
Crag the Brewer said:
I definitely can respect someone who knows what they Want, and is willing to take action.....Good Job!....I bet a lot of people are shitting themselves....lol
:D

*if you soak it/wipe it down with some Watco Danish oil finish, it will darken your newly made holes some, and blend the colors somewhat....

"I put that Sh*t on Everything...."
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Thanks! there is no going back now. Im planning on doing a few more rows of divots after my hands unclench.
Then a coat of pure tung oil is going on. Thats my everything sauce.
 
I normally ask CPK for a 3.5 inch bushcraft knife with scandi zero grind and optimized heat treat for a zero grind, and the classic OSS lapel knife, and a boar spear……. But today, I am suggesting a “vest knife”.

I have a young friend that has been a cop for about a year or two, and I have been trying to show him the wisdom of carrying a fixed blade behind his vest but when he asks for suggestions I don’t have any (and there is zero chance he is going to get my UF!).

The vest knife is a slightly small and shorter version of the ultimate fighter knife….. probably about 4 inch blade (single and double edged versions) with a thinner tang and thinner handle profile (maybe 1/3 thinner) and a slightly larger guard….. the purpose of this knife is mainly for police officers to be worn behind a vest as a “get off me” last ditch option. It would also be a good option for civilian personal defense worn on the belt.

And, in the single edge Signature Series version it would probably work as a bush craft knife (aka the CPKBCK).
 
Elgatodeacero said:
I normally ask CPK for a 3.5 inch bushcraft knife with scandi zero grind and optimized heat treat for a zero grind, and the classic OSS lapel knife, and a boar spear……. But today, I am suggesting a “vest knife”.

I have a young friend that has been a cop for about a year or two, and I have been trying to show him the wisdom of carrying a fixed blade behind his vest but when he asks for suggestions I don’t have any (and there is zero chance he is going to get my UF!).

The vest knife is a slightly small and shorter version of the ultimate fighter knife….. probably about 4 inch blade (single and double edged versions) with a thinner tang and thinner handle profile (maybe 1/3 thinner) and a slightly larger guard….. the purpose of this knife is mainly for police officers to be worn behind a vest as a “get off me” last ditch option. It would also be a good option for civilian personal defense worn on the belt.

And, in the single edge Signature Series version it would probably work as a bush craft knife (aka the CPKBCK).
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That’s so close to a DEK it might as well be one. Preorders had the option for a sharp swedge.
 
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