Would a Cold Steel American Lawman be good for.....

OrdnanceBubbaUSMC said:
I used to throw older generation Enduras and Voyager a lot into pallets (sometimes sand bags and other things) but not even half the force of those throws, current Tri-AD folders are much better knives. Would like to see the condition of one of the well respected linerlock models, maybe ZT 0200 or Spydie Millie, after just 50 or 100 of those throws :)
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Heck if I was loaded, I would do it myself. I'm not though :p
 
I've edc'd the Gen2 AL for some time, and my Voyager XL Tanto arrived yesterday. Both knives are very solid.

The tanto has a more robust blade (grind, tip, 4mm thickness), whereas the Lawman is the better slicer (grind, 3.5mm thickness). If you're doing a modern "Nessmuk" combo--bringing a fixed blade plus the folder, I'd say go "Lawman;" if I you're planning on taking just a folder, I'd look at a large Voyager Tanto: Price is lower than a tanto Recon 1, same blade thickness as the Lawman, more robust blade.
 
berzerker said:
I've edc'd the Gen2 AL for some time, and my Voyager XL Tanto arrived yesterday. Both knives are very solid.

The tanto has a more robust blade (grind, tip, 4mm thickness), whereas the Lawman is the better slicer (grind, 3.5mm thickness). If you're doing a modern "Nessmuk" combo--bringing a fixed blade plus the folder, I'd say go "Lawman;" if I you're planning on taking just a folder, I'd look at a large Voyager Tanto: Price is lower than a tanto Recon 1, same blade thickness as the Lawman, more robust blade.
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I've never liked the tanto design, never understood it. Is the regular voyager the same
thickness as the lawman? I'm also not too fond of the voyagers new handle design. I wouldn't mind picking one up with the old handle if I can find one.
 
In my experience the American Lawman is the best compromise between a strong blade and a good slicer. The high hollow grind is great (even better than the Full Flat grinds IMHO). And of course the Tri-Ad lock is great too.
I've got one in my pocket right now.
 
Well, I've decided to pull the trigger and order a CS Lawman on Monday. Hopefully I'll like it!
 
generallobster said:
rescue1, you in med school? Looks like you're reading a pathology textbook.
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You sir are correct!
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And yes I am
 
The knife will do fine for a "woods" knife.

One thing, the blade is pretty stout.

In my older years, I have taken to liking thin slicing ability over thick and tough.

I have 2 recon 1's. An older axis lock, and the new triad lock. Both are great knives. Camping and fishing this weekend, I did not bring either. Couple traditional slip joints and the pocket bushman!
 
It'll work fine.
The blade will hold up okay as well...it's thicker than a SAK blade, and people use them in the woods plenty.:)
 
Chris Pierce said:
Did you get your American Lawman? What do you think?
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Actually I did. I have been meaning to get back on here are write about it. It's definitely a quality knife for the money. The handle is very grippy, but it feels good in the hand. The blade came razor sharp (bit myself with it). The lock was sticking a bit at first, but I think that had to do with the coating. Once it was opened and closed about 50 times I could see a little coating had come off the lock area and it started unlocking easier. Also, the pocket clip as insanely tight. I had to bend it some to make it usable. It seems that the knife could benefit from having a little longer pocket clip. The knife didn't give me the "wow" factor that others knives have, but that's just personal preference. I think the knife will work great for me when I go to the woods in the winter (I have a place in the mountains). When there's three feet of snow on the ground and it's cold outside, the knife work great because of the aggressive handle. Basically, for $50 you essentially get a virtual fix blade when the knife is locked. In fact, the knife has zero blade play in any direction. As far as using it as my EDC, that probably won't happen. It's just a little too big for me. I've come to find out that for EDC knives I prefer smaller, lighter, thinner knives.
 
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