My son was thinking of a banchmade knife but I thought I would check around and see if thee were better knives. He leaves for Iraq the middle of October and I want to get it before then. He wants a hardened, fixed, black knife... are there any that have extra features or is that a bunch of hoopla? I could use some advice... thanks!
2006-08-05 12:07:54 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
Thank you for your concern for my sons safety. We do worry, but he was born to serve for this purpose. It's in his blood. Besides, he would have to go awol to not go to Iraq and that is worse than death.
2006-08-06 23:11:52 · update #1
If money is no object and you want the Rolex of combat knives, you can't beat a Randall....Check them out at "randallknives.com" ..Then ask some of the experts your son serves with, they will know about Randall's...
God's speed to your son and the men he serves with...
2006-08-06 01:03:01 · answer #1 · answered by jack 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This knife is a Gerber knife it is an LMF II it is an awesome knife. It was designed for Marines.
Here is some information on it
The Gerber LMF⢠II was designed in conjunction with military and military instructors to be used in any survival situation. The blade is 3/16" thick, 12C 27 Stainless Steel with a no glare, blackened finish and Rockwell Hardness of 58. The handle has been designed for overall comfort, to eliminate blisters but provide a good grip. Relieved oval and holes in handle to allow for use as a spear. The butt cap, which can be used as a hammer or as a window punch; even through helicopter Plexiglas, is separated from the tang of the blade to reduce shock and provide electrical insulation. The LMFâ¢II sheath has a low profile to minimize interference with movement. Made of a soft, rigid composite to reduce noise. It also has a patented sharpener, included and can be attached to a belt, leg or Molle vest. MSRP $136.06
Overall Length: 10.59 inches Blade Length: 4.84 inches Weight: 11.4 ounces
This knife come in : All black or tan handle and black blade.
I hope this helps your son and you. I wish your son and your family peace during this time. My prayers are with you. Good Luck!!!
2006-08-05 19:23:57 · answer #2 · answered by Rocking_4_Him 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look, I spent some time in Lebanon in 1983. Might I suggest that you take your son with you to your local VFM. These are the ladies and gentlemen who can give you all the skinny on the pros and cons of cutlery choice.
My preference is the USMC K-BAR. Olean makes a version as well. Cuts com. wire, tires, aluminum cans, and MRE containers.
They are inexpensive yet durable. Can be thrown with practice or used as a Kentucky boxing glove. It will do the close in, dirty work if needed.
2006-08-05 19:25:23 · answer #3 · answered by The Stranger 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are some great knives at wilsontactical.com, but you pay for workmanship. I have had Cold Steel knives that I really liked and I have a Benchmade folder that I cary almost every day. I know Benchmade is making some fixed blade knives that have gotten some great reviews.
2006-08-06 22:54:18 · answer #4 · answered by John S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
CRKT (Columbia River Knives) makes an Operation Iraqi Freedom folder. It is the most popular folder among soldiers right now. The benchmade fixed is ok, but I would look at SOG and ColdSteel also.
2006-08-08 19:29:04 · answer #5 · answered by iamchadzdad 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A regular old marine kbar knife would do. But he's going to have some issues getting things through customs..
When I was deployed to saudi arabia there was a whole list of things we couldn't bring with us. If he needs a knife while he is there then a knife will be issued to him.
2006-08-05 19:14:46 · answer #6 · answered by La Voce 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recomend a SOG Seal. It has been approved and chosen to be the main combat knife by the United States Navy Seals. if its good enough for them i believe it will serve your son very well.
2006-08-08 09:09:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find something that has tungsten in the blade or is pure tungsten. that'll make it virtually unbreakable. They're expensive, but worth every penny. They can even cut through the roof of a car. I don't remember any name brands, but do a Yahoo search on them, you'll find some.
2006-08-05 19:15:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you're looking for a pocket knife swiss army is the best with many options and tool choices if you want a combat knife get military issue ka-bar
2006-08-05 19:15:05 · answer #9 · answered by Wyatt Earp 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Order him a Marine Ka-Bar from Grunt.com.
2006-08-05 19:13:24 · answer #10 · answered by badbear 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋