Zombie Tools: What do you guys think?

Maybe some of us need to relax a little.

While I personally don't go in for the over-the-top marketing stuff, I disagree that it's hurting the knife business, or our "image" as a whole. Most folks who would be outraged by the ZombieTools guys probably aren't in the market for a knife anyway... or if they are, already know about various other makers/manu's with whom they're more comfortable.

Zombie Tools' presence in the marketplace and their style certainly hasn't hurt my order book any... in fact, I daresay that the exposure gets more people interested in serious blades, and that translates to sales for makers like me. They seem to be making tough blades that cut well, so I say let 'em have their fun, and more power to 'em. :)
 
stabman said:
Haven't you noticed? Fun is not allowed.
I've noticed this many times over the last few years, how anything which someone doesn't want themself is decried as "a grave threat to our right to own knives", or "juvenile idiocy", or some similar thing.

I for one like the variety which exists in the knife world, and if zombie themed blades get knives into the hands of more people, then awesome! They'll eventually end up using them for "woodsy" and gardening type tasks (as zombies tend to be in short supply), and end up building up the knife community further.

Who knows, if people got off their high horse, they might also have some fun along the way (gasp!).
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Interesting point. Would that same reasoning apply if "zombie" was replaced by "ninja"? As wise man once said here....

stabman said:
I think those who hide their knife use and try to limit it excessively are just as big a part of the problem as the "ninja flickers."
The ninja morons make knife users look like evil dorks, and the "knife hiders" ensure that most people have no idea of the utility of knives.
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:D
 
I don't see where the OP is asking for commentary on knife politics. I believe, although I could be mistaken, that he wants to know about the knives, the company, and other similar cutlery.

As for the topic, I like their stuff. Watching a show about their knives and swords, it looks like they are well made and they do heat treat them in a forge that they built themselves.
 
With "ZOMBIE" in the name, I refuse to even look this company up. The zombies fad needs to be over yesterday.
 
marcinek said:
Interesting point. Would that same reasoning apply if "zombie" was replaced by "ninja"? As wise man once said here....
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As long as it was "Ninja Knives" rather than people acting like a ninja in public. ;)
 
Zombies, Vampires, Dragons, Super Hero's. All fiction needs to die apparently :D.
 
Steel130 said:
Zombies, Vampires, Dragons, Super Hero's. All fiction needs to die apparently :D.
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And ghosts, can't forget ghosts.
I wasn't attacked by any ghosts today at work; I credit my Emerson CQC-12 with that. It's the only logical conclusion one can arrive at. ;)
 
stabman said:
And ghosts, can't forget ghosts.
I wasn't attacked by any ghosts today at work; I credit my Emerson CQC-12 with that. It's the only logical conclusion one can arrive at. ;)
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I forgot ghosts. I have been horribly tormented by ghosts at work. I will go buy a CQC-12 now so that I can banish them to the the depths of hell whence they came :D ;).
 
OrdnanceBubbaUSMC said:
I understand your view here but I think we need companies like this to be outlandish. I am glad people support them. It's a sad idea to think of everybody conforming and being PC out of fear. I like the thought of a good fellow American clearing some brush or breaking down some bottles with a $300 zombie slaying sword.
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Yeah, for a good laugh....

Needing companies that lay it on that thick is good why? So they have a gimmick. Woo..... Hoo......

Good quality or not, I see so little purpose in their designs that I don't have any interest in their product.

BTW, I'm sure the ZT use that seem vaguely familiar is purely a coincidence.
 
BlackKnight86 said:
This. I think it's far more a turnoff to non-knife people to have knife knuts acting like stiffs with no sense of humor, than a bunch of guys having fun AND making a living doing something they love.

I've got five Zombie Tool blades, including the D'Capitan. There is absolutely nothing related to the Zombie Tool style that would interfere with their function as swords. The finish can be left off upon request - none of mine have the splatter finish. The steel is good steel for the purpose. Yes, they will have a bit more stock than an historically "correct" blade; but they are modern swords, not replicas. They are a bit thicker and heavier for a purpose: strength in duties outside the range of "traditional" sword duties. Perfectly legitimate.

OP, if you like the style and you are aware of the slight overbuild, you will not be disappointed in the quality or performance.
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+1. Have no idea how these guys can be compared to Lynn Thompson. I'm a huge fan of some of their blades, but the stuff they're doing in the videos aren't just a group of guys messing around and having fun. The whole idea of having a knife that will be useful for someday, apparently, to extract someone from an engine compartment is just silly. While at their price point the ZT blades aren't exactly what I would get, they obviously make quality stuff. They know what they're doing and they have fun doing it. I'd kill to make a living like that.

Also, if you have to justify everything you buy in how much use it serves you for the role that item is advertised for, whats the point? Following this logic I have many guns, gun accessories, knives, and watches that were obviously just a waste, because the only purpose they really serve is my enjoyment.
 
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jimh0220 said:
Yeah, for a good laugh....

Needing companies that lay it on that thick is good why? So they have a gimmick. Woo..... Hoo......

Good quality or not, I see so little purpose in their designs that I don't have any interest in their product.

BTW, I'm sure the ZT use that seem vaguely familiar is purely a coincidence.
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What real purpose does anyone have with a sword nowadays? The whole thing is tongue in cheek and for fun. But at least they are making a usable tool and not some Budk styled wallhanger stuff.
 
jimh0220 said:
Yeah, for a good laugh....

Needing companies that lay it on that thick is good why? So they have a gimmick. Woo..... Hoo......

Good quality or not, I see so little purpose in their designs that I don't have any interest in their product.

BTW, I'm sure the ZT use that seem vaguely familiar is purely a coincidence.
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The day I must restrict myself to things I need is the day I pull my own intestines out with a fork.
Hooray for living in a place where I can freely obtain frivolous things I don't need.:thumbup:
 
stabman said:
The day I must restrict myself to things I need is the day I pull my own intestines out with a fork.
Hooray for living in a place where I can freely obtain frivolous things I don't need.:thumbup:
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I agree. Spend at will, I say. Still, I think the site and knives are a joke. That another great thing about living in a free country. The freedom to mock BS.

TW, Lynn Thompson is a DB, but the he sells (mostly) are functional design. I said MOSTLY!!!
 
ZT is based out of Missoula, Montana. If any of you have ever been there, you'd realize that for nine months of the year, there is nothing better to do than let your imagination run wild (and snowmobile). Even the ski resort(s) suck.

What I DO know, is buying from a Montana company will always end well. You'd be supporting a small community full of the most American Americans you've ever met, where everybody knows their name. I hate to generalize, but there are very few states in this country that take as much pride in their work as Montanans do. In Montana, reputation is EVERYTHING, and those that make crap, don't last long.

/Bozemanite
 
There appears to be many naysayers in here. Sad... I can honestly say that Zombie Tools is another breed of excellence. It seems that people will not understand that excellence until they, themselves have handled one. With that said, I have 20+ ZT blades and have never turned back. Their blades serve all my needs and I will continue to be a life long customer and wielder. Furthermore... Although their attitude and approach is rather crude, they are serious individuals making some of the best blades that money can buy. I believe they are making the sword/knife community stronger. With 15+ weeks of construction time... The proof is in the putting. Many people around the world are engulfing themselves in the beauty and brutality that is ZT. Their craftsmanship is unparalleled, designs are unprecedented and the integrity of their line up is bar none. Out of the many knife/sword makers out there, there lies a common ground to "stand out" from the crowd. To be that "dime a dozen." Frankly....While some artists make amazing works of art, most are not to the caliber of Zombie Tools. Yes, it's a funny name going along with the whole "zombie" fad. But they are serious and deadly blades, catered to people that want a blade that is designed to cleave and last a life time. They have perfected aesthetic qualities in both their products and website that keeps wielders and even blade makers alike coming back for more. They have created virtually indestructible, tempered, and forged steel that will withstand the greatest amount of torture. I guarantee it. And most importantly... Each and every blade I have feels perfect in my hands. I trust them with my life and have integrated my martial arts training, emergency training and bug out bag setups with these beautiful blades. Lastly, everything about their work is what I've always wanted. Aesthetics, construction, durability, and feel. Perfection at its finest! ZT For Life!
 
I don't own any, I did look at the web sight, I think its a joke.

Despite the well written ad above I don't believe the hype. I don't actually think they will work on zombies, until I see them work on zombies I'll stick to my current zombie killing tools. a sharpened pencil and a small cast iron frying pan.

It's pudding not putting. "The proof is in the pudding".
 
Typo! Lol. I respect your opinion... But as stated above. They are seriously a new breed of excellence. They truly are some of the best. And personally, you and the rest of the naysayers do not know what your missing. Especially until you have all handled one. I dont believe in "hype"... Its just plain and simple. Their blades are designsed to cleave, chop, and all their models are completely ergonomic. Out of the many blade conpanies Ive owned from kabar, coldsteel, custom work and other companies alike... ZT stands on top for various reasons. Yes, of course there are going to be better blades than their fellow cointerparts, but i and many others believe in ZT craft.
and what they could do. Ive been to a junk yard and field tested their wakizashi to its extreme limit. An entire car, its engine, interior, exterior, cut to pieces with ease. Cinder blocks, wood, motorocycles, doors, animal carcasses and beyond. They do the job and they do the job perfectly. So again, you may all think its a joke... But to me, its perfection. Best feel, aesthetically pleasing, and downright deadly. I feel sorry for you and naysayers, primarily because you harbor so much bias toward them. You confine yourself to what you know but do not know what is out there. ZT for life!
 
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