Knives and Edge Weapons

[AXE]

Alright then, here it is! Time to show off your knives and edged weapons. Hopefully share some good stories that accompany your collection.

I happened to be wearing a t-shirt from a knife maker today that I met at a gun show a few years back. so I'll start there. This one is from Raw Forged knives out of Texas. He was a real nice guy and had some cool knives, so I bought this little beauty. Its a smallish fixed blade with rough forge finished and contrasting syntheic handle. It has a perfectly fit kydex sheath and can be carried vertically or horizontally on the belt. I've only carried it a few times, but it sits next to my favorite chair and I pull it out all the time to admire it and handle it.

Handcrafted Knives

Shop one of a kind, hand forged knives made in Mesa, AZ

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[NullNomad]

I’ll get in on this action for sure! My EDC is a Kershaw Blur Tanto that I’ve had over 30 years, but this one here has become my “yard knife”. When I’m out working the property, this is the one I have on my hip. Fairly new to my stables so it’s not beat up yet. It’s also Texas born from a single guy shop called Tex Blades out of Cibolo.

 

[AXE]

I'm sitting here at my desk doing menial tasks trying to pretend I'm productive. Plowing through a 2 month old stack mail and gutting the envelopes with my trusty Case Knives (USA Made) letter opener I bought about 10 years ago. It has a chrome vanadium blade, stag handle, and leather sheath. It's a simple tool, but a workhorse. I always remember my gramps had a letter opener next to his recliner. I figured I needed one too and it's always got a sharp edge.....no dull shit in my collection.

 

[RackemupCP]

Alright then, here it is! Time to show off your knives and edged weapons. Hopefully share some good stories that accompany your collection.

I happened to be wearing a t-shirt from a knife maker today that I met at a gun show a few years back. so I'll start there. This one is from Raw Forged knives out of Texas. He was a real nice guy and had some cool knives, so I bought this little beauty. Its a smallish fixed blade with rough forge finished and contrasting syntheic handle. It has a perfectly fit kydex sheath and can be carried vertically or horizontally on the belt. I've only carried it a few times, but it sits next to my favorite chair and I pull it out all the time to admire it and handle it.

Handcrafted Knives

Shop one of a kind, hand forged knives made in Mesa, AZ

www.rawforgeknives.com

What is the blade steel please?

 

[RackemupCP]

I’ll get in on this action for sure! My EDC is a Kershaw Blur Tanto that I’ve had over 30 years, but this one here has become my “yard knife”. When I’m out working the property, this is the one I have on my hip. Fairly new to my stables so it’s not beat up yet. It’s also Texas born from a single guy shop called Tex Blades out of Cibolo.

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What is the blade steel please?

 

[NullNomad]

What is the blade steel please?

I don't have the specifics other than this particular blade was scrap damascus, which is what drew me to it. Love the rustic aspect of it.

 

[AXE]

What is the blade steel please?

I believe most of his knives are 80crv2 high carbon steel. Used a pebble forged texture with an acid & stone washed finish to get that rustic look.

 

[RackemupCP]

I don't have the specifics other than this particular blade was scrap damascus, which is what drew me to it. Love the rustic aspect of it.

Thanks - I am interested in the steel because it tells me a little about the knife's intended purpose. Plus it's nice to know what the creator likes to use and what they feel is best suited to their craft.

 

[RackemupCP]

I believe most of his knives are 80crv2 high carbon steel. Used a pebble forged texture with an acid & stone washed finish to get that rustic look.

Thank you - more and more custom makers are using these higher carbon steels for their edge retention and strength. I think the general consensus with those makers is that a natural patina of wear and use is part of a knife's lifecycle as opposed to being corrosion resistant. You see that a lot with meat crafting blades that use super steels like M4 that hold an edge forever, but can show discoloration immediately when in contact with citric acid and animal proteins.

 

[AXE]

Thank you - more and more custom makers are using these higher carbon steels for their edge retention and strength. I think the general consensus with those makers is that a natural patina of wear and use is part of a knife's lifecycle as opposed to being corrosion resistant. You see that a lot with meat crafting blades that use super steels like M4 that hold an edge forever, but can show discoloration immediately when in contact with citric acid and animal proteins.

I've always liked high carbon steel cause they sharpen easily and get a nice edge. I've got old school knives from the 60s through now. The regular polished finishes are much harder to keep clean and prone to rust. The surface treatments and coatings definitely make them easier to maintain.

 

[AXE]

Here are my EDC combos! I carry one self defense knife and one pocket knife.

The self defense blades are Microtech OTF (M390MK) and Zero Tolerance 300 (S30V) I never use these blades for anything and always prepared for battle.

The pocket knives are Case Knives (CV) including a Medium Stockman and a Trapper. Great little knifes for routine daily tasks that require blade interventions.

 

[NullNomad]

Thanks - I am interested in the steel because it tells me a little about the knife's intended purpose. Plus it's nice to know what the creator likes to use and what they feel is best suited to their craft.

When I talk to the guy I told him I wanted something I could outright abuse. He said, I got you.

It’s pretty beefy, no complaints.

 

[RackemupCP]

Tha

When I talk to the guy I told him I wanted something I could outright abuse. He said, I got you.

It’s pretty beefy, no complaints.

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that's a chonky boy for sure. I will post up some of my stuff when I get home. I have a custom carry blade that is pretty stout as well.

 

[NullNomad]

Tha

that's a chonky boy for sure. I will post up some of my stuff when I get home. I have a custom carry blade that is pretty stout as well.

I live pretty rural in South Texas, my knives are tools.

 

[Byrds8]

EDC is a Benchmade.

On my desk I have the Buck and beside it the Sog throwing axe.