Which Karambit?

Thanks guys!

It's AUS 10 steel, approx 2 1/2" blade single edge (can be made double edge).
Black textured G 10 scales, 3/16" steel. Custom Kydex sheath made by me. Tek Lock and Belt Loop.
 
RDT I see you got your new website up. Good looking knives.

I especially like the look of your model 4. Some of those grinds look crazy! I'd really like to see how you did the giant serrated spine on the model 6.

Keep up the good work.
 
Thanks Man, yeah a llot of things happening now. In fact a lil too much...LOL Between getting these Production finished, the website, t shirts(coming) working on the next production knife also and doing customs as well as my normal job, it's a bit hectic...LOL

Keep an eye out for new stuff and for your new knife!
 
RDT, I just want to say that your karambits look awesome. I have carried some of the folders (currently the spyder model), but I am a strong advocate of the fix blade design Karambit (double edged). Your models also pay attention to one key factor that is missing in many of the designs out there. Your rings are ample enough for someone like myself who has large hands. I like the Emerson waved design, but the finger rings are tool small. I have had Steve's Strider design pass through my hand only to be donated to an active duty gent. I look forward to purchasing one of your models in the future. Take care everyone and God Bless You all!
 
stonyman,
WHy thank you, that was very kind. I agree, I do try and pay attention that the ring should be 15/16" to 1" dimater always. Most of my models are 1" finger hole. Being over sized for skinnier fingers makes little difference when the handle configuration fits well and it accomodates those with thicker fingers just right as well.

For instance, I like the Strider a lot but the handle over all is a little too big for me ( I have very average hands). The Emerson is too small for me also. The finger ring is just too small to access quickly and too snug when my finger's in.

Also very important is the angle of the finger ring in comparisson to the rest of the handle. I see a lot of companies have't taken that into consideration. That the ring should be more forward so that the rings inside/backside should meet the handle. It makes for a more comfortable grip! your fist is in a natural uncontorted position.

ALso the angle and distance of the blade in relation to the handle is extremely important because of the torque you want to generate with minimal effort in each slash.

Next is a guard! I'm a firm believer that every knife should have a guard! I always include at least a small guard on every Karambit.

Thanks bro, contact me anytime. :thumbup:
 
I have one available right now. A new batch will be headed out to retailers soon also. But I have one available on the Production for sale individual forum here at BF. $90. shipped. Thanks!...R
 
The CS Steel Tiger, has anyone had any good or bad experiences with that paticular Karambit yet ? I think it looks well constructed and is easy enough on the eyes
 
www.coldsteel.com said:
Cold Steel has always contended that the Karambit is a specialized style of knife with unique but limited uses. It is also, however, quite popular.....
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Read Lynn Thompson's article "The Karambit, It Ain't All That." There you can see how he really feels about Karambits:
http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/csstoreonline/Karambit.pdf

So, my guess is CS's only motivation for making a Karambit was because they thought it would sell. IMO, it's like saying, "we don't believe in this product, were just jumping on the bandwagon." This immediately turned me off to their Karambit.

Read Tarani's book http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0865682062/103-9864875-0683019?v=glance&n=283155
The history of the Karambit Tarani gives is much more positive than Lynn Thompson's version.

I just don't know if I'll buy a CS Karambit when RDT has a much nicer looking one for almost the exact price.
 
Just to add for the record:
I think Lynn Thompson is incorrect on some of his assumptions he makes regarding the Karambit. For instance, if you use it properly, the reach advantage problem he talks about is not significant. My retracted grip 3" karambit has about the same reach as my forward grip 3 1/2" folding knife. I think part of Thompson's opinion comes from the fact that he disregards the reverse grip anyways.

Also, the statement:
Karambit is a specialized style of knife with unique but limited uses
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IMO, this is a goofy statement. I could name a few CS products (ie. Two Handed Machete, Delta Dart, Bad Axe, the ENTIRE Nightshade series, SafeMakers, etc...) that "unique but limited uses" will accurately describe.

Ok....I think I'm done, but I'm not promising anything. ;)
 
Pahtoocara said:
Read Lynn Thompson's article "The Karambit, It Ain't All That." There you can see how he really feels about Karambits:
http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/csstoreonline/Karambit.pdf

So, my guess is CS's only motivation for making a Karambit was because they thought it would sell. IMO, it's like saying, "we don't believe in this product, were just jumping on the bandwagon." This immediately turned me off to their Karambit.

Read Tarani's book http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0865682062/103-9864875-0683019?v=glance&n=283155
The history of the Karambit Tarani gives is much more positive than Lynn Thompson's version.

I just don't know if I'll buy a CS Karambit when RDT has a much nicer looking one for almost the exact price.
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The model 10, is that the one you are refering to,because that one is very nice...Ilike it alot based on the pic's that I have seen.To my understanding he has not yet started the production line on that model yet ?
 
speicher,
Yes, Production has started! I have a lot of Pre Production Model 10 first and also a small lot of regular Model 10. I'll be getting another shipment soon of even more Model 10.
 
Just for information, the Busse is available in two different finger ring sizes, to accomodate a wide range of hands. Price is $287. It will not be up for sale much longer, as a new model Battle Mistress is pending.

As a Busse collector, I have been mentally wrestling over this one. If I buy it, it will be strictly for the collection, as I have no practical purpose for it.
 
I haven't played with Busse's Karambit yet, looks cool. I love Busse knives though!
 
Pahtoocara said:
Just to add for the record:
I think Lynn Thompson is incorrect on some of his assumptions he makes regarding the Karambit. For instance, if you use it properly, the reach advantage problem he talks about is not significant. My retracted grip 3" karambit has about the same reach as my forward grip 3 1/2" folding knife. I think part of Thompson's opinion comes from the fact that he disregards the reverse grip anyways.

Also, the statement:

IMO, this is a goofy statement. I could name a few CS products (ie. Two Handed Machete, Delta Dart, Bad Axe, the ENTIRE Nightshade series, SafeMakers, etc...) that "unique but limited uses" will accurately describe.

Ok....I think I'm done, but I'm not promising anything. ;)
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In my learned opinion, if you used one of Cold Steel's karambit's, you wouldn't like them either. It's simply a very poor design and execution. Some of Cold Steel's designs are pretty good, but this isn't one of them.
 
RDT said:
stonyman,
WHy thank you, that was very kind. I agree, I do try and pay attention that the ring should be 15/16" to 1" dimater always. Most of my models are 1" finger hole. Being over sized for skinnier fingers makes little difference when the handle configuration fits well and it accomodates those with thicker fingers just right as well.

For instance, I like the Strider a lot but the handle over all is a little too big for me ( I have very average hands). The Emerson is too small for me also. The finger ring is just too small to access quickly and too snug when my finger's in.

Also very important is the angle of the finger ring in comparisson to the rest of the handle. I see a lot of companies have't taken that into consideration. That the ring should be more forward so that the rings inside/backside should meet the handle. It makes for a more comfortable grip! your fist is in a natural uncontorted position.

ALso the angle and distance of the blade in relation to the handle is extremely important because of the torque you want to generate with minimal effort in each slash.

Next is a guard! I'm a firm believer that every knife should have a guard! I always include at least a small guard on every Karambit.

Thanks bro, contact me anytime. :thumbup:
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True, which is why I have Rich finishing up one for me as I type.
 
I must say, RDT knows how to make a good karambit.

I just got my M10 today. It is a great knife! Very comfortable in the hand. I think it's comfortable due in part to the thick stock and very nicely executed ring.

If you like karambits, you better get a Derespina.
 
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