WOO Neck Knife: Any Opinions?

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I saw an article for Newt Livesay's WOO knife in a gun mag and wonder if anyone's had experience with one. It seems extremely inexpensive for a custom piece. The tanto is not necessarily my favorite shape, but for some knives it's fine.

I think it's made from a single piece of 1095 carbon steel. Is there any problem with it rusting during carry?
Jim
 
the Woo is a great defensive, utility knife at a great price. I wouldnt call it a custom, but it is handmade. I carry mine all the time and havent had any problem with rust. Just keep it clean and dry-it is black coated. He also makes a similar knife called Little Pecker with a drop point design if you dont want the tanto shape. I cant say enough good about it for the price. I wrapped the handle on mine with para cord and it is extremely comfortable. And to top it off, Newts a nice guy.

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Dave
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the Woo is a great defensive, utility knife at a great price. I wouldnt call it a custom, but it is handmade. I carry mine all the time and havent had any problem with rust. Just keep it clean and dry-it is black coated. He also makes a similar knife called Little Pecker with a drop point design if you dont want the tanto shape. I cant say enough good about it for the price. I wrapped the handle on mine with para cord and it is extremely comfortable. And to top it off, Newts a nice guy.

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Phil. 4:13

Dave
Wharton,NJ

 
The WOO is a "no frills" knife, and probably one of Newt's most popular.It's not high on looks,but would not fail you in emergency use.The parkerized type finish is not too bad to rust, but an occasional wipedown with a Tuf-Cloth is wise.For further info, go to Newt Livesay's forum.See the " SOF Convention" story if it's available. (If you can't find the forum,let me know and I'll find it and forward to you).Try http://server3.ezboard.com/blivesayknives

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[This message has been edited by AlaChoctaw (edited 13 November 1999).]
 
I LIKE my Woo! I'm wearing it right now! I even like saying Woo. Woo. Woo.
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I bought two. Gave one to my cousin for his B-day. He's a Postal Inspector, and he wears his everyday. I take turns wearing either the Ti Tiger or the Woo. Woo. Woo.
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Both Woos are very sharp. One has an olive drab cord wrap, the other has black, both with matching kydex sheaths. No problems with rust, although we both use Tuf-Cloths. Great little knives; Livesay sells a boot/belt clip for the Woo so you can have a little variety on how you carry it. I think it's only $4!

Woo! Woo!
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This is the SOF Convention post about the Woo. - Jeff

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Re: SOF CONVENTION

I have to say that I got a huge grin at SOF when someone said something to Newt about the point on a little tanto-point neck knife looking like it would break off. Newt turned around, got a hammer and drove it through a quarter like you'd hammer a nail into a 2X4. The point was undamaged and still sharp as hell. The guy was dumbfounded. The knife with skewered quarter stayed on the table the rest of the show and noone asked the question again. Newt, you do make a straight forward point!. Mike


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The Woo is an excellent defensive weapon. The price makes it disposable if necessary. Wipe it down with a Sentry Tuff-Cloth. Absolutely the best value for the money.
 
During a chat with Newt at the recent NY Custom Knife show he stated that his Woo is the best selling model of his entire line. It is a good no frills using piece and priced right. But for a better allrounder take a close look at his steel NRG or G45. They are more versatile and more ergonomic IME. Also the neck sheath for the Woos are consistently too tight from all the ones I' ve handled. It really needs a firm tug to pull it out.

L8r,
Nakano
 
I'll agree with Nakano about the sheaths being to tight. Mine did loosen up after some use. Really good knife at a really good price.
 
this has been discussed recently on Newts forum. Newt reccomends spraying your Woo with WD40 and working it in and out of the sheath a few dozen times if yours is too tight. And Jeff Randall stated that he heated his sheath slightly with a Bic lighter and worked the Woo in and out to loosen it up, though this one is not reccommended by Newt.

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Phil. 4:13

Dave
Wharton,NJ

 
The steam from a teakettle spout is a far more controllable heat source for homebrew Kydex modifications.

I've seen the Woo, never owned one. If you're in an area where you can legally conceal small fixed-blades they're a great option.

Jim
 
Got one, too. Love it. Personally, I find his Lil' Pecker design more utilitarian. But as a defensive back-up knive or emergency prybar, the Woo is a great buy.

The Wodd was my first Wicked knife. I liked it so much that I now have six of Newt's pieces. Best bang for the buck!
 
Got one, too. Love it. Personally, I find his Lil' Pecker design more utilitarian. But as a defensive back-up knive or emergency prybar, the Woo is a great buy.

The Woo was my first Wicked knife. I liked it so much that I now have six of Newt's pieces. Best bang for the buck!
 
Buy the Woo. Buy the Woo. Buy the Woo.
I bought 2, then at the NYCKC bought 3 more for X-Mas gifts. I like them that much!
Buy the Woo. Buy the Woo. Buy the Woo.
 
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