BIG folder - what do you like? [Archive] - British Blades

gorilla

14-09-08, 11:31 PM

after getting a Cold Steel Pocket Bushman this week, i have an urge to explore the world of the large folder. just wondered if anyone has a favourite, or one they've seen and want, or even just one that seems so biggy-foldy that it's worth a mention?

the floor is open....

robbi

14-09-08, 11:34 PM

the big black one with the brass end that was won in a comp last week, i really liked that !!

zorro

14-09-08, 11:37 PM

The folding bowies that were made in Sheffield in the 1800's, I'll never afford one but we can all dream. :)

bardster

14-09-08, 11:55 PM

I have a grohman folding Canadian boat knife i rather like.
http://www.lfchosting.com/digitalcanoe/knife/pictures/grohmannoutdoor/images/r300spic.jpg

Saint-Just

14-09-08, 11:57 PM

Manix.

mloc

15-09-08, 12:17 AM

Millie or Manix theres also the Ruckus or the SMF

ShunChiang

15-09-08, 12:26 AM

G10 Police 3 for sure.

TKC

15-09-08, 02:30 AM

My favorite large folder is a Shane Sibert Pocket Rocket & RJ Martin Q-36. Here are pix of mine.
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u130/TheKnifeCollector/ShaneSibertPR5copy.jpg
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u130/TheKnifeCollector/RJMartinQ-36open-new.jpg

zardoz

15-09-08, 02:53 AM

My favourites are the Manix, Harsey T3, and Rukus, all for different reasons.

I love the choil on the Manix, lets you choke up on it for fine work, makes whats a big knife small when you need to pare something close. The scales feel thin and a bit slabby in normal use though.

Rukus is the most comfy, and the lovely axis lock just encourages you to play with it.

The big heavy T3 is bombproof and easy to clean, a good solid tool.

The bandaged cat has a bunch of big folders and can probably offer more comparisons :)

Tony_A

15-09-08, 04:07 AM

My 2 favorites are the Camillus Cuda Maxx (top) and REKAT Sifu (bottom) Both have 5.5" blades.

(The little 3.5" blade Kershaw Shallot and ruler are both there to show scale.)

Sadly, both knives are discontinued :(

http://i346.photobucket.com/albums/p437/Tonytonyaaa/IMG_0340-1.jpg

Chibbi

15-09-08, 06:43 AM

The Spyderco Manix Plain Edge (I have) and the Benchmade 610 Rukus (unfortunately I have not... yet) are my favourite large production folders.

Musashi

15-09-08, 07:57 AM

Cold Steel Voyager X2, nice knife for the money :)

Gareth

15-09-08, 09:48 AM

I have a Navaja from JJ Martinez that has a 9 1/2 inch blade. The ratchet lock is fun to play with, if a bit noisy.

dkonopinski

15-09-08, 10:11 AM

The folding bowies that were made in Sheffield in the 1800's, I'll never afford one but we can all dream. :)

You and me both, Zorro.

David

skippydm

15-09-08, 10:16 AM

the bushman is huge aint it :P

all of mine are reducing in size at the moment, but i got a mini Manix on its way to me, along with an Emerson :D

Andy

15-09-08, 10:28 AM

opinel 12

just for the hell of it

gorilla

15-09-08, 10:37 AM

is the Manix the biggest spyderco? and what are the biggest models from the main production brands?

skippydm

15-09-08, 10:40 AM

I think there are bigger, it may be the Millie or Police, as they are pretty big. But the manix and mini-manix are discontinued now.

Edit:
Yep i was right, The Police is biggest with over a 4" blade and 4" cutting edge http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=358

The Millie is 4" blade with just under 4" cutting edge
http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=326

The manix looks tiny in comparison, at only a 3 1/4" edge and 3 3/4" blade
http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=165

fluffy

15-09-08, 11:34 AM

etorix

15-09-08, 01:07 PM

i want a look at a "Benchmade 710, Features CPM M4 Steel, Foliage Green G10 or Green Micarta Handles, Knifeworks Exclusive"
if one is catchable from the run they seem to be doing

metalbudgie

15-09-08, 05:12 PM

The Cherusker Messer Wilkins Ryback.
It's so big you feel that it is illegal to have in the house.
I'll try and get a comparison piccie up tonight.

soa

15-09-08, 05:29 PM

The BM710 is the prettiest of the big knives I've experienced. The Rukus is the only big knife I've glanced at over the last year.

Sean H

15-09-08, 08:01 PM

ZT 300 series. Monsters, made fer choppin' the 'eads off zombies.

Franciscomv

15-09-08, 08:14 PM

I'm not a huge fan of big folders, I tend to carry them a lot less than the small or medium ones in my collection.

However my Manix gets some decent pocket time, as does my Military. There are also a couple of Kershaws I use quite often, a Speed Bump and a Junkyard Dog (with G-10 handles and combined blade with D2 edge), my only complaint are the huge pocket clips on them.

Erik

15-09-08, 08:39 PM

ZT 0200 is the biggest folder I have and like.

Danzo

15-09-08, 08:43 PM

I've just taken possession of a Cold Steel 6" Ti-Lite.

Pictures will follow tomorrow, but it is really rather big. In a kind of 'there's quite a lot of people in China' use of the word 'big'......

:O

Danzo

gorilla

15-09-08, 08:56 PM

i've just found the Big Folder Team Danzo thread which also gives many good examples:D

Sam Vimes

15-09-08, 09:21 PM

Manix.

kjbarrass

15-09-08, 09:24 PM

Strider SMF, built like a tank to take abuse. Or a Sebenza seems as tough with a touch of class :D

NoFair

15-09-08, 09:36 PM

Millie:D

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q164/svhas/KCC/IMG_5058.jpg

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q164/svhas/KCC/IMG_5056.jpg

Wicked

15-09-08, 09:39 PM

The biggest Folder I ever had was a Camilus Cuda Aftermath.

fluffy

15-09-08, 10:15 PM

If it's that big use a fixed.

Wicked

15-09-08, 10:20 PM

If it's that big use a fixed.
That's why I have sold it.
Didn't feel right for my taste.

gorilla

15-09-08, 10:24 PM

Camilus Cuda Aftermath - any pics/link?

Danzo

15-09-08, 10:27 PM

Camilus Cuda Aftermath - any pics/link?

It's too big for pictures.

:C

Danzo

skippydm

15-09-08, 10:30 PM

I had to see it

http://www.zknives.com/knives/folding/hiend/cudaaftmath.shtml

It is HUGE :|

inncubus

16-09-08, 08:46 AM

These were due for posting in another thread too, but it got silly and was closed...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v356/inncubus/P1010001-1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v356/inncubus/P1010002.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v356/inncubus/P1010006-1.jpg

and yes that IS a UKPK not some miniature:D

Italian stilleto, Cold Steel Ti-lite. That thing has to be one of the biggest folders around, I think it may even be longer than the folding bowie I had/have.

skippydm

16-09-08, 10:36 AM

I got a MiniManix today... its not so mini.... :|

one of the hardest back locks ever, that crack when it locks in is just mad...

that extra quarter inch of edge over the UKPK makes it feel and look massive :| I like it, a lot :D

mloc

16-09-08, 10:51 AM

I got a MiniManix today... its not so mini.... :|

Your joking:O it's almost like the ladybug :D :D be a proper knife nut and get the full size one:]

bigreddog

16-09-08, 12:02 PM

Heinnie have just got the SOG Fatcat in.

Now that looks like a MONSTER!

metalbudgie

18-09-08, 12:25 PM

As promised some photos of the Ryback.
First little and large-the Ryback and a Wegner Mouse.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/danceswithhelicopters/007.jpg
Next, shown with the industry standard size comparitor-the UKPK and what is considered to be a 'big' folder, the Spyderco Military.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/danceswithhelicopters/008-2.jpg

Ropeman

18-09-08, 01:26 PM

I have a huge soft spot for the Manix, it really is a very capable knife for not very much money.

I do keep yearning for a Ruckus but not enough to actually buy one :rolleyes:

andy6430

18-09-08, 01:34 PM

Spyderco Manix or Lil Temp both plain edge get my vote.

benp1

18-09-08, 05:45 PM

I do keep yearning for a Ruckus but not enough to actually buy one :rolleyes:

That's because you go to buy one and then see a picture of it again! :yuck:

tim evans

20-09-08, 01:19 PM

4 That i like,
http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii166/timev/Picture002.jpg

imagedude

20-09-08, 01:26 PM

Buck 110

http://photos.imageevent.com/imagedude/bb2/websize/brass.ORG.jpg

mloc

20-09-08, 01:31 PM

Spyderco Manix or Lil Temp both plain edge get my vote.

The Lil' Temp is a very very Good knife, well under-rated but well loved by those that own one and I'd never sell mine not like my starmate that i still regret selling :C

fluffy

20-09-08, 07:59 PM

Got to love the classic Buck 110 which started so many people of my age on good quality folders.
I say that and yet have none at the moment as I've given all of mine away.
Everyone seems to love them.

graham_s

21-09-08, 12:00 AM

I've got a Ti-Lite and pocket bushman from CS, and a large griptillian.
All big folders.
I like a folder with a handle big enough to fit comfortably in my hand.

O'Neille

21-09-08, 12:21 AM

HAWKEYE50

21-09-08, 05:13 PM

cold steel el vaquero grande 6" blade odd shape blade good cutting perfromance though

harm

26-09-08, 02:10 PM

bm skirmish,strider smf,harm folding shark

mvh

26-09-08, 02:18 PM

My Bushman, an inexpensive G10 handled Chinese Knife, An old custom picked up in Tombstone Arizona for ten bucks and an old Pakistan made folding Bowie with a swing guard.

All are the same open length except the Pakistan folding Bowie

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n85/oneille/014-1.jpg

All closed around 6" except the folding Bowie

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n85/oneille/015.jpg

What make is that bowie? I received one about 10 years ago. It was my great grandfathers. It was all rusted and I don't find any etch or stamp on it.

Best regards,

Michiel

Inspector71

26-09-08, 02:23 PM

The top one...
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3086/2818756852_6ae2cd12a3_o.jpg
A Dozier XL hunter :)

gorilla

26-09-08, 02:35 PM

The top one...
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3086/2818756852_6ae2cd12a3_o.jpg
A Dozier XL hunter :)

i like that alot - is the middle one a Manix? (i've never seen one)
i have bought the Ryback budgie was selling - huge knife:O , and i've just got a spydie military, but that dozier will be going on the list:)

grangerknives

26-09-08, 03:04 PM

I am fond of this one esp because I got it for $20 BNIB.
They list at $119.95 :D

http://i342.photobucket.com/albums/o402/palehorsefighters/gunsite.jpg

Inspector71

26-09-08, 03:10 PM

i like that alot - is the middle one a Manix? (i've never seen one)
Yep - 'tis a Manix.

Teh bottom one's a BM710

Aceroalcarbono

27-09-08, 12:05 PM

Manix.
The only problem is that if I consider that Manix is what I´m going to need, then possibly I should take a fixed blade.
Anyway, Manix is biggest, safest , reliable folder I´ve got.
Regards.

Nick Steele

27-09-08, 12:22 PM

Kershaw Folding Field. It's huge.

kniv-per

27-09-08, 06:25 PM

my favorite ... Kershaw Folding Hound ..
also uses this as my hunting knife ..
http://www.thegoodstuffshop.dk/Graphics/Products/17505b.jpg

MikeDB

27-09-08, 06:47 PM

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d198/MikeBuckley/crkfold.jpg

I admit I do have a soft spot for the large Sebbie and I do like the Mini Manix but I'm trying to convince myself I don't need a Para Military at the mo.

Mike

Jerseyman

27-09-08, 07:52 PM

http://img141.imageshack.us/img141/8795/20070402011jm2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/3434/20030101004qm2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Wicked

27-09-08, 07:59 PM

Camilus Cuda Aftermath - any pics/link?

Took a while to find the pics :C

http://s5.directupload.net/images/user/080927/hvmjs5ew.jpg

http://s6.directupload.net/images/user/080927/rf5lhjwq.jpg

http://s2.directupload.net/images/user/080927/4jpdiinn.jpg

http://s6.directupload.net/images/user/080927/tfmq97rv.jpg

Ratel10mm

28-09-08, 11:37 AM

My no. 12 Opinel is nice. And I like the large Sebbies, but can't justify buying one. :C.
On the other hand, I can justify buying a Guycep :D - just have to find the funds somehow! :rolleyes:

TKC

28-09-08, 10:13 PM

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u130/TheKnifeCollector/Umnumzaanopen.jpg
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u130/TheKnifeCollector/Umnumzaan-closed.jpg
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u130/TheKnifeCollector/Umnumzaantip.jpg
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u130/TheKnifeCollector/Umnumzaanlockup2.jpg
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u130/TheKnifeCollector/Umnumzaanlockup1.jpg

Danzo

28-09-08, 10:52 PM

The blade, Suz, show us the blade!

:D

Danzo

Moonz

28-09-08, 10:53 PM

This is the biggest I have to date...a 'Kershaw Offset G10' pictured with a full size 'Nitrous Stryker' for comparison.

http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/9500/dscn0343dl3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Danzo

28-09-08, 11:23 PM

Crikey!

:O

Danzo

Longstrider

30-09-08, 08:37 PM

Come on guys, the Buck 110 and Large Sebbies are not BIG folders :P I carry a Buck 110 almost every day of my life and don't know it's there until I want it.
My favourite big 'un is my Lone Wolf Harsey 'Ranger' T3. That's a BIG folder ;)
Second on the list for me would be my Buck/Strider 880 SP. Both of these knives see regular service and are both solid, dependable workers that are built like tanks but take and hold a good edge. (although the 880SP needed rather heavy edge modding to make it into a 'cutter' rather than a 'tactical' tool ;) )

Jerry Cornelius

01-10-08, 09:43 AM

I have a cold steel Ultimate Hunter that I like (other than the name...)

Whether it really is the ultimate hunter I doubt (not too easy to clean I suspect) but I use it for bothying in Scotland in the winter and its good to use in gloves (nice big non slip grip) and plenty strong enough.

Pav

06-10-08, 10:15 PM

I notice nobody yet mentioned the Gerber Gator. Does it not qualify as big, or does nobody like it?

I ask because I've sort of vaguely had my eye on one in shop where I've bought a couple of multi-tools recently.

TallNHairyDave

10-10-08, 02:01 PM

Just got the CS Pocket bushman for use in the garden, and it's HUUGE.

mwchinbach

15-07-09, 01:41 PM

Vanity notwithstanding, I like my own (as seen in my ikon).Inspired by Federico Garcia Lorca`s poem "Reyerta", I un-"fixed" the Albacete-made blade from a crappy hilt, and made a locking one-handed opener with it.

Danzo

15-07-09, 06:15 PM

I really, really hate the long discontinued Camillus Cuda Maxx: ugly, crude, flimsy, blunt cheap monkeymetal monstrosity. Only a complete muppet would actually buy one.

Ivory-Scales

15-07-09, 06:18 PM

Harsey T3 :D

matt

15-07-09, 06:31 PM

I really, really hate the long discontinued Camillus Cuda Maxx: ugly, crude, flimsy, blunt cheap monkeymetal monstrosity. Only a complete muppet would actually buy one.

:D :D :D :D Bitter

Danzo

15-07-09, 06:45 PM

Yes please, a pint.

dougster

15-07-09, 07:00 PM

Yes please, a pint.

Glad to see you back in health Dan.:D

Clydetz

15-07-09, 07:43 PM

I'm sort of 'hooked' on the folding bowies. At 12" OAL, this is one of my favorites...

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b114/Clydetz/DSCN7659.jpg

neo

15-07-09, 07:57 PM

I never understood the concept of a folding bowie.
Is it only to let it be carry in a smaller sheath?

tamoko

15-07-09, 10:27 PM

Advanced Tech Double End Auto Military.
ATS34 60H
Blade Thickness: .125/.125
Blade Length: 4.125"/2.25"
http://kis.net/00/advancedtechhooker.jpg

Bazza

16-07-09, 10:06 PM

I really, really hate the long discontinued Camillus Cuda Maxx: ugly, crude, flimsy, blunt cheap monkeymetal monstrosity. Only a complete muppet would actually buy one.

Thanks Dan, I love you too! :ninja

I'll post a pic, when I get it, for you to admire. :tongue10:

Barry

Clydetz

17-07-09, 04:26 AM

I never understood the concept of a folding bowie.
Is it only to let it be carry in a smaller sheath?

It's like having 2 blades in one - a 4 1/4" blade ready for use and a 7 1/2" blade if needed. Other than that... it's just rather unique, I guess.

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b114/Clydetz/DSCN7657.jpg

neo

17-07-09, 10:20 AM

Never thought about that:ashamed05, two knives in one.
Makes sense

Bazza

17-07-09, 11:08 AM

Well I know Danzo has a low opinion of this knife, but I don't know why....it's fabulous! 11 3/4" of anodised titanium and D2 with a 5 1/2" blade that opens sooooo smoothly.
Anyway, here's the pics:

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c135/barryjsaunders/123005-5.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c135/barryjsaunders/123004-7.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c135/barryjsaunders/123006-7.jpg

And in-hand:

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c135/barryjsaunders/123008-7.jpg

As Brucie says "You're my favourite!" :D

Barry

Nice65

17-07-09, 12:19 PM

Received a Pocket Bushman this morning. Haven't done any chopping with it yet, but it's tough, crude, brash and a little rough around the edges, the sort of knife the other knives warned you about, the one that you don't want gatecrashing the party.

I like it :D

And I like that Camillus.

Frankki

17-07-09, 01:00 PM

I wonder when Cold Steel is going to get the XL Espada in the market. Now there's a silly big folder, I'd say.

I have the Manix, Police, Buck 110 and BM710 myself. IMO they are all just medium-sized folders.

Harrykleine

17-07-09, 01:07 PM

I love my C54 SE Calypso, it is a big mother of a folder but with the micarta scales without liners and the FFG blade it is also very light. Of course due to its rarety it is not a user (only against those pesky pirates and ninjas in my living room) however I would not mind having an extra one to EDC.

Danzo

17-07-09, 03:21 PM

fluffy

17-07-09, 03:28 PM

I don't know why you're worried Danzo, I missed both! :(

:lol:

Bazza

17-07-09, 09:36 PM

Thank you Barry. I feel so much better now.

I think I'll go and eat worms.

:mad:

Danzo

Don't feel bad Dan, I've been going around the house today singing "Mama Mia" and fighting off imaginary pirates......worms would be good! ;)

Barry

ferreter

17-07-09, 10:42 PM

the biggest ive got is a buck 110 ,but quite like the look of that kershaw,

AncientSword

21-07-09, 04:51 AM

I have to say the Zero Tolerance 301. Bombproof is the only way to describe it and it is comfortable to use as well. The action is smooth and the lock is tight, yet easy to release for me. It is my favorite large folder by far.

I think one of my Striders would come in second...

greendestiny

05-10-09, 01:39 PM

Did someone say "big folder"? :)

http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt171/hf5270/17062009152.jpg

SLT.AMBEMC

05-10-09, 03:07 PM

Big folder? Depends on the size of one's hands! I guess the following subset of my collection would qualify:
Spyderco Chinook
Emerson CQC11
Cold Steel Rajah II
and Opinel no 12!
And what about Benchmade 710, Byrd Cara Cara and Spyderco Endura? Are they big folders or just normal size?

greendestiny

05-10-09, 03:10 PM

Sorry. Double post. :ashamed01

welshmatty

05-10-09, 04:59 PM

pohl force alpha one is a bit of a beast

Danzo

05-10-09, 05:56 PM

Did someone say "big folder"? :)

http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt171/hf5270/17062009152.jpg

What the hell is that?

:O

Danzo

kixmc

05-10-09, 05:58 PM

My humble offerings.....

rcs

05-10-09, 06:14 PM

I've got a few big un's, this is my latest one.

http://i538.photobucket.com/albums/ff346/zaramascara/Offroading0ct09.jpg

tamoko

05-10-09, 06:28 PM

Spanish Navaja Folding Knife ?
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/236/449897217_0b119c8934.jpg
http://www.oriental-arms.co.il/item.php?id=2372

greendestiny

05-10-09, 07:38 PM

http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt171/hf5270/05102009258.jpg

http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt171/hf5270/05102009260.jpg

JerseyBob

05-10-09, 07:43 PM

SOG FatCat (mine finally arrived), Spyderco Millie (have 3 in S90V,S30V & ATS34) after that BM710 in D2.
Easier on the wallet large folder must be my Opinel 12 in Inox.... I really like this one :)
Cheers, JB

etorix

05-10-09, 08:37 PM

ha ha that Strider [Originally Posted by greendestiny] is ginormous

i thought my Mini Manix was big, traded it off tho, it went to Finland

i have a Mini Rukus, not huge

my current favorite Big Folder is my Shing Pocket Dreadnaught

still tiny compared to that Strider tho

id prefer to get a Hinderer XM-18, in that area of folder, tbh

rcs

05-10-09, 08:43 PM

The Ruckus is big'ish:pirate:

http://i538.photobucket.com/albums/ff346/zaramascara/alanwood.jpg

Danzo

05-10-09, 08:44 PM

There is always this of course:

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/SharpDan/DansPhonePics1898.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/SharpDan/DansPhonePics1896.jpg

:D

Danzo

veet

05-10-09, 08:56 PM

Brad Duncan (Monster) 11 1/2"

http://pic.ipicture.ru/uploads/091005/stp0XTfM1O.jpg (http://ipicture.ru/)

Bullseye

10-10-09, 08:15 PM

Hey, veet, I'd like to see some more photos of your Brad Duncan monster. It looks kinda interesting.

Two biggies from Cold Steel. Cold Steel are good with biggies. ;)

http://www.fotothing.com/photos/61f/61f5c9eebcae94a59989d4100044f9f0_c43.jpg

madmath

16-10-09, 03:39 AM

This is my first post with a rather big knife I carry as EDC since I got it. :pirate:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3450/3995853350_70dc14e7d4_o.jpg

Like it a lot and is a real comfortable user. :) Unfolded 26 cm.

The Pohl Force H3 Alpha One outdoor is out of production and replaced by the Alpha Two, same knife with some little differences. Only black blades, glasbreaker and even stronger pivot.

Math.

TKC

16-10-09, 05:00 AM

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u130/TheKnifeCollector/Terzuola514opencopy.jpg
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u130/TheKnifeCollector/ShaneSibertPR5copy.jpg
These are a Bob Terzuola 514 & Shane Sibert Pocket Rocket.

Dagon

16-10-09, 05:53 AM

I have the Pohl Force Alpha One Outdoor - same as in the above pic. It's awesome in several ways. If you're interested, I made a video review (http://tinyurl.com/lh3356) of it.

madmath

16-10-09, 10:15 AM

I have the Pohl Force Alpha One Outdoor - same as in the above pic. It's awesome in several ways. If you're interested, I made a video review (http://tinyurl.com/lh3356) of it.

I know, saw it several times. We talked about it on the dutch knifeforum.

I think it's awesome in every way. :pirate:
The knife is capable of taking on many tasks. It's many ways of gripping it gives you the possibility to use it for finer work and also use it for medium chopping. It's strong enough for batoning too, if done in the right way.

Math

Nightfly

16-10-09, 01:51 PM

Sorry, couldn't resist :)

http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt274/maartenjs/DSC00533.jpg

http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt274/maartenjs/DSC00532.jpg

fluffy

16-10-09, 02:08 PM

Where did you get the giant hand? :O :P

Nightfly

16-10-09, 02:11 PM

:lol:

Nightfly

16-10-09, 02:17 PM

Well, seriously then:

http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt274/maartenjs/DSC00535.jpg

flexo

16-10-09, 06:53 PM

opinel n° 9,always,sometimes n°10
and when none of those, a big home made friction folder.

madmath

17-10-09, 03:24 PM

opinel n° 9,always,sometimes n°10
and when none of those, a big home made friction folder.

Do you have a photograph of the big home made friction folder? :)
Would be very nice to show it. :happy15:

Math.

flexo

19-10-09, 09:04 AM

Do you have a photograph of the big home made friction folder? :)
Would be very nice to show it. :happy15:

Math.

a fistfull:
http://img188.imageshack.us/img188/9034/dsc01878q.jpg (http://img188.imageshack.us/i/dsc01878q.jpg/)

Chibbi

05-02-10, 01:43 PM

Reviving this old thread to show off my newest acquisition ;)

Pohl Force H3 Alpha One Outdoor
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4022/4332464050_682ab22495.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4001/4331727323_f3252a8419.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2707/4332469616_039600ff8b.jpg

SERE

10-03-10, 09:27 AM

I just love them 'Big Ones'!
(I put this pic together by firts making single pictures and bring them together in photoshop.)

8) Extrema Ratio - RAO
8) Pohl Force - Alpha Two
8) Extrema Ratio - MPC
8) Benchmade - 610 Rukus
8) Spyderco - Military Digi Camo
8) Zero Tolerance - 0301

http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac19/SERE_photos/72dpi/TacticalFolders_72dpi.jpg

http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac19/SERE_photos/72dpi/Holdem_72dpi.jpg

rogergee

10-03-10, 10:11 AM

I Like the Cold Steel Pocket Bushman (http://www.heinnie.com/Knives/Cold-Steel/Cold-Steel-Pocket-Bushman/p-92-127-3239/). Cheap practical and enormous

rcs

10-03-10, 11:05 AM

All of these are nice,
http://i538.photobucket.com/albums/ff346/zaramascara/img_3384.jpg

Nightfly

12-03-10, 03:48 PM

http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt274/maartenjs/DSC00922.jpg

kjbarrass

12-03-10, 05:23 PM

For me it has to be a Strider SMF RW-1

http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab308/kjbarrass/Strider%20RW1/open2.jpg

fluffy

12-03-10, 05:24 PM

http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt274/maartenjs/DSC00922.jpg

Yess they are nice but they aren't much bigger than the other middle sized stuff :)
http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd71/SharpFluffy/DSCF3900.jpg

...ok, they're very nice... :]

Nightfly

12-03-10, 06:20 PM

:lol: but they are a good deal fatter :O

ZDP-189

13-03-10, 03:57 AM

SRKT Rat Trap: the best large folding knife and smoothest action on a production folder that I have ever tried.

Noddy

13-03-10, 04:14 AM

Current tastes are towards the Great Eastern #23 patterns, expecially those big old trappers. I had a big Schatt and Morgan which I really shouldn'tve sold, but did, so that's the way that goes. Wouldn't object to a S&M green bone Mountain Man either

But of the ones I own at this minute it is pretty easy. large plain regular seb :lol:

If I had an Umnum, it's probly be that :D:D

megamatt333

13-03-10, 04:47 AM

cold steel x2 voyager with fully serrated edge is the best of the beasts imo :D

Nice65

13-03-10, 02:52 PM

Received a Kershaw Junkyard Dog II from Ryano earlier this week. It's not massive, but it's certainly a big folder.

http://i700.photobucket.com/albums/ww2/nice65/13032010077.jpg

Morales

15-03-10, 09:23 PM

My favorite largest folder:

1) Spyderco Military

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk199/Byrd232/Military/both.jpg

2) Cold Steel Pocket Bushman

3) Jim Burke Resurrection

4) Pohl Force Alpha One Outdoor

and I will add a ZT 30? to my collection some day.
But here's the biggest folder I've handled so far

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk199/Byrd232/000_1624.jpg

bigreddog

15-03-10, 10:51 PM

Morales - either you have tiny hands or that is indeed a monster of a knife!

metalbudgie

16-03-10, 05:11 PM

Some Old School 80's Al Mar SERE action. Bought one from Framar back then, sold pre interweb and found another last year. One of the few knives I thought of buying again and one I wouldn't sell.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/danceswithhelicopters/004-1.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/danceswithhelicopters/003-2.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/danceswithhelicopters/002-2.jpg

SERE

16-03-10, 08:18 PM

@ metalbudgie: Some Old School 80's Al Mar SERE action. Bought one from Framar back then, sold pre interweb and found another last year. One of the few knives I thought of buying again and one I wouldn't sell.

Thats a one hell of a beauty you got there, Grats!! If I were you I would keep it in the best shape possible and not EDC it. The old Al Mar's from the 70's and 80's are just so great. Mine is one size smaller than yours and made late 80's. Off Topic my pic with the "De Oppresso Liber" logo.

http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac19/SERE_photos/Collectie%2024cm%2072dpi/VINTAGE/9211dc2c.jpg

metalbudgie

16-03-10, 08:28 PM

Mine has been/ will be used as it has lost its collectable 'shineyness'-and I'm not complaining

I remember my sheath came with a 'De Oppresso Liber' crest on the flap of the sheath.

the laird

16-03-10, 08:35 PM

just aquired a boker Ressurection, but I think a pohl force alpha 2 is creeping up on me:]

Morales

16-03-10, 09:31 PM

Morales - either you have tiny hands or that is indeed a monster of a knife!

My hands aren't that small...^^ It's a folder mainly for display in shops to impress your customers, and even though it has a thumbstud, one-hand opening is not an option.

SERE

17-03-10, 12:37 AM

One more pic of my favorites!

http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac19/SERE_photos/72dpi/Tactical-Stand-Up_72dpi.jpg

ephraim

18-03-10, 11:32 PM

i would like to get a Benchmade Ruckus but don't have the funds right now. A Cold Steel Chalcedon is knice too.

SERE

19-03-10, 08:59 PM

just another pic...

http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac19/SERE_photos/Singels/Pohl%20Force/90597975.jpg

Ru Titley

17-10-10, 06:50 PM

Ill add an Emerson Persian :]

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j260/ru99/emper1.jpg

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j260/ru99/emper3.jpg

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j260/ru99/emper4.jpg

Chibbi

17-10-10, 07:26 PM

That looks wicked :]

Ru Titley

17-10-10, 07:46 PM

Its very scary:O

zorro

17-10-10, 07:54 PM

The folding bowies that were made in Sheffield in the 1800's, I'll never afford one but we can all dream. :)

Two years later and I'm still dreaming, but I've got this Chinese copy to play with for now. :)

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll292/zorrothegreyblade/100_0247.jpg

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll292/zorrothegreyblade/100_0248.jpg

Blade a gnats over 7 in. open, rubbish build quality but loads of fun to mess with. :D

Jerseyman

17-10-10, 08:53 PM

There's going to be a limited run of the Benchmade 805 TSEK in M390 steel with black sculpted G10 scales similar to the special run for a Russian knife forum, which had S30V and blue G10:

http://img233.imageshack.us/img233/7793/russian805.jpg (http://img233.imageshack.us/i/russian805.jpg/)

Basjan

17-10-10, 09:48 PM

Basjan

17-10-10, 09:52 PM

For me it has to be a Strider SMF RW-1

http://i874.photobucket.com/albums/ab308/kjbarrass/Strider%20RW1/open2.jpgThe Strider is for me a beautiful knife as his look alike Boker something.
Spannie

HogoFogo

09-02-11, 09:38 AM

I must admit I am addicted to Pohl Force. I cannot find another folder, sturdier and better conceived for brutal abuse. As for look, I strongly believe is the most intriguing and good looking blade.
I am determined to buy one next month, the one with D2 steel and I will come back with some impressions.

LX_Emergency

09-02-11, 11:05 AM

Cold Steel Spartan

http://img535.imageshack.us/img535/5151/sam0589s.jpg

HogoFogo

09-02-11, 12:43 PM

Nice one; can you field strip it?

dkonopinski

09-02-11, 12:57 PM

Noddy -
I had a big Schatt and Morgan which I really shouldn'tve sold, but did,

I'm taking good care of it Rob.

I'm also enjoying a recently acquired Spydie Tenacious and this Remington Bullet series 25th Anniversary trapper which is very slightly bigger.

http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa280/dkonopinski/The%20Collection/DSC00213.jpg

...and my Buck 110 hasn't let me down yet and I don't expect it to.

David

overland4x4

09-02-11, 01:00 PM

Another vote for Pohl Force folders!

LX_Emergency

09-02-11, 02:22 PM

Nice one; can you field strip it?

With a couple of torx keys you could probable take it completely into pieces. I haven't had the need yet but I'm sure I could.

hugofeynman

30-05-11, 10:00 PM

My big folders: Extrema Ratio RAO, Extrema Ratio MPC, Crusader Forge FIFP and Cold Steel Extra Large Espada.

hugofeynman

30-05-11, 10:04 PM

SERE

01-06-11, 10:27 AM

10.62" overall should fit the thread title.

http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac19/SERE_photos/Singels/Lone%20Wolf/276b7992-1.jpg

LX_Emergency

01-06-11, 10:56 AM

What do you people think about Farid T5000 folders? Are they so strong like they seem to?

Another knife brand that it´s catching my atention is Yuna. Does someone have one of these? What can you tell about?
Not really a brand. It's a custom knife maker in Thailand that bases his folders partly (at least some of them) on martial arts styles. Others ones like his EQ folders are more EDC type folders. He uses a lot of ATS34 clad ZDP steel in his blades which (I'm told) is awesome stuff. If you want something of his you're going to have to get it on the rare chance that it shows up on the secondary market though. OR place an order and be willing to wait for some months before he gets started on it. He's got a bit of a waiting list by now.

That said. If I were to get a custom tactical type blade made it'd be one of his.

zed6309

01-06-11, 11:07 AM

i like the bucklite 426 as a lightweight option to the 110
http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010117-13.jpg

Knivesaretools

03-06-11, 08:32 AM

The SOG Spec Elite - the big one -are nice for big plastic slabbed folders, substantial blade and very comfortable ..........

Able_Walker

03-06-11, 04:43 PM

Some very nice antique ones on this particular website...a whole smorgasbord of them. The Sheffield folding Bowie is interesting.
http://www.sportslinkup.com/shop/43331--1-HIGHEST.html

Able_Walker

05-06-11, 04:35 AM

Well this one certainly makes me nostalgic...when I was 12 this was the ultimate knife...actually now at 43 I wouldn't mind this one ..very nice
http://translate.google.ca/translate?hl=en&sl=fr&u=http://www.1couteau.com/&ei=w_fqTfzBIoXQiAK7soHhCA&sa=X&oi=translate&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CB4Q7gEwAA&prev=/search%3Fq%3D1couteau%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26hs%3DMaP%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26prmd%3Divns

Able_Walker

05-06-11, 04:39 AM

Sorry that last link wasn't the intended...this one should work.
http://www.1couteau.com/camping/Set-PicNic-Prince.php

chills

05-06-11, 06:29 AM

How about the often overlooked Spyderco Endura. 3 3/4 inch vg10 blade what's not to like?

xavierdoc

05-06-11, 09:11 AM

Cold Steel Espada XL (now sold) with Manix and UKPK:

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/xavierdoc/P1040037.jpg
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/xavierdoc/P1040035.jpg

The lovely Spyderco Gayle Bradley:
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/xavierdoc/DSC01203.jpg

Cold Steel Rajah 1, one of my most carried knives, really!
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/xavierdoc/IMG_1463.jpg
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/xavierdoc/IMG_1457.jpg

Manix 2 (CPM-M4 special):
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/xavierdoc/P1040296.jpg

xavierdoc

05-06-11, 09:17 AM

How about the often overlooked Spyderco Endura. 3 3/4 inch vg10 blade what's not to like?

As you wish- my wave version:

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/xavierdoc/DSC00678.jpg

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/xavierdoc/DSC00694.jpg

chills

05-06-11, 10:10 AM

Doc,
I really hope that no fungi were injured in the making of those pictures!

xavierdoc

05-06-11, 04:43 PM

Doc,
I really hope that no fungi were injured in the making of those pictures!

Er... it was eaten, so yes!

hugofeynman

10-06-11, 12:50 PM

Not really a brand. It's a custom knife maker in Thailand that bases his folders partly (at least some of them) on martial arts styles. Others ones like his EQ folders are more EDC type folders. He uses a lot of ATS34 clad ZDP steel in his blades which (I'm told) is awesome stuff. If you want something of his you're going to have to get it on the rare chance that it shows up on the secondary market though. OR place an order and be willing to wait for some months before he gets started on it. He's got a bit of a waiting list by now.

That said. If I were to get a custom tactical type blade made it'd be one of his.

Thank you for your answer, LX_Emergency. Probably in the future I´ll place an order at Yuna website. For now I´m very satisfied with my Crusader Forge FIFP, my first custom. Best regards.

Nightfly

10-06-11, 01:03 PM

Farid T-5000

http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt274/maartenjs/DSC_0059-10.jpg
http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt274/maartenjs/DSC_0058-11.jpg
http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt274/maartenjs/DSC_0057-11.jpg
http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt274/maartenjs/DSC_0056-11.jpg
http://i619.photobucket.com/albums/tt274/maartenjs/DSC_0055-8.jpg

CPLPUD

10-06-11, 02:45 PM

OMG it's like an indestructible knife and I though my Extrema Ratio Rao was heavy duty

johnnythefox

10-06-11, 05:03 PM

can you recommend a big folder with heft?

i was thinking of the spyderco resilience as i already have a tenacious and the blade and grind are quite good on that.but i would appreciate alternatives to look at.
the cara cara doesn't look as good,what about other manufacturers?

its for for chopping branches/path clearance,i got stuck the other day on a badly overgrown path i just had a delica with me and not the tool for the job.
not being able to bend and tall restricts my ability to travel though the stuff.

i need something larger to make it easier, i decided on a folder as i can put that in my pocket.i have been carrying a fixed blade on my rucksack but its had a few concerned glances.
yes i know i would be better of with a machete :)

swanseajack

10-06-11, 05:28 PM

That Farid folder is the Kryten of the knife world.

Danzo

10-06-11, 05:36 PM

can you recommend a big folder with heft?

What's your budget?

Danzo

johnnythefox

10-06-11, 05:58 PM

well i have spent a lot and managed to sell nothing as usual lately :)

so up to a £100 if its worth it [probably look for S/H after a recommendation]

Danzo

10-06-11, 06:28 PM

well i have spent a lot and managed to sell nothing as usual lately :)

so up to a £100 if its worth it [probably look for S/H after a recommendation]

That gives you a lot of scope, but for what you are wanting it for, and assuming that super smooth one hand opening and closing isn't essential, then the Cold Steel Pocket Bushman is a bomb-proof workhorse option with a 4.5" blade at less than thirty quid with BB discount from HH:

http://www.heinnie.com/Knives/Cold-Steel-Knives/Cold-Steel-Pocket-Bushman/p-92-127-3239/

Danzo

neo

10-06-11, 06:30 PM

If you are talking about a thick folder instead of big I wonder why nobody has mentioned crusador forge in this tread :)

http://www.crusaderforge.com/TACTICALCUSTOMFOLDERSCF.htm

or one of his

http://www.dervishknives.com/folders.htm

of course > £100

Chastiser

10-06-11, 06:31 PM

That gives you a lot of scope, but for what you are wanting it for, and assuming that super smooth one hand opening and closing isn't essential, then the Cold Steel Pocket Bushman is a bomb-proof workhorse option with a 4.5" blade at less than thirty quid with BB discount from HH:

http://www.heinnie.com/Knives/Cold-Steel-Knives/Cold-Steel-Pocket-Bushman/p-92-127-3239/

Danzo

i would second the pocket bushman, its an excellent and extremely strong knife, gotta be one of the closest folders to being a fixed blade. there is a nack to closing though using the lanyard supplied.

neo

10-06-11, 06:33 PM

Cheaper but still thick :)

http://www.heinnie.com/Knives/B%C3%B6ker-Knives/Boker-Haddock/p-92-116-4887/

neo

10-06-11, 06:40 PM

I'll also vote for the pocket bushman as very good BIG folder.

For a good priced strong (but not so big) folder a Greco is also interesting
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeqG44TPWC8

hugofeynman

10-06-11, 06:45 PM

johnnythefox

10-06-11, 07:40 PM

That gives you a lot of scope, but for what you are wanting it for, and assuming that super smooth one hand opening and closing isn't essential, then the Cold Steel Pocket Bushman is a bomb-proof workhorse option with a 4.5" blade at less than thirty quid with BB discount from HH:

http://www.heinnie.com/Knives/Cold-Steel-Knives/Cold-Steel-Pocket-Bushman/p-92-127-3239/

Danzo

i am glad i asked,i didnt know about that one it looks like a real tool and a good price with good write up as well.
i can carry a smaller knife for any delicate stuff.:)

Danzo

10-06-11, 07:46 PM

i am glad i asked,i didnt know about that one it looks like a real tool and a good price with good write up as well.
i can carry a smaller knife for any delicate stuff.:)

The mechanism is a bit fiddly but it is absolutely rock solid and a real bargain compared to many other big folders.

And as you've now saved £70 you can also buy a smaller knife.....that seventy quid will get you a Michael Morris friction folder made to your own specs.

Danzo

johnnythefox

10-06-11, 08:11 PM

think i changed my mind again after going on you tube
quite a few broken,though the way nutanfancy was twising the blade in dead wood was pretty silly.

Danzo

10-06-11, 08:20 PM

think i changed my mind again after going on you tube
quite a few broken,though the way nutanfancy was twising the blade in dead wood was pretty silly.

He's a moron.

Danzo

thismachinework

10-06-11, 08:21 PM

I have an older CS Voyager Tanto with the 5" Japanese AUS 8 blade, its a great knife and has lasted years!

GRIFFIN HAWKS

10-06-11, 08:22 PM

http://i56.tinypic.com/34473u0.jpg :D

BE WELL .. GH

swanseajack

10-06-11, 08:23 PM

"He's a moron" - Danzo
I like who he's interviewed (on youtube) I just wish someone else had done the interviewing!

GRIFFIN HAWKS

10-06-11, 08:57 PM

He's a moron.

Danzo
More insignificant I'd say (typical) ..

A bit off subject; I prefer to see the Makers themselves put their product to the test .
These gents show you exactly what their blades are made for :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwkv8Q5LZT4&feature=related

I'll be meeting up with them later this month here in Las Vegas ! :zombie1:

BE WELL .. GH

swanseajack

10-06-11, 09:20 PM

:o
!!

Danzo

10-06-11, 09:30 PM

Those guys wouldn't be so tough if the rest of the cow was attached, and actually alive.

Probably.

Danzo

swanseajack

10-06-11, 09:37 PM

It's a bit crap too.

GRIFFIN HAWKS

10-06-11, 10:13 PM

Those guys wouldn't be so tough if the rest of the cow was attached, and actually alive.

Probably.

Danzo
Max [the tall one] is actually a trained swordsman, or if you prefer - Swordsman in training ; and let us not forget that these blades are not for killing cows :D :rolleye11

@swanseajack, I have seen and handled far more costly "crap" ;)
These are not "Comp" blades, they are made to be used in preserving one's life .

BE WELL .. GH

Nightfly

11-06-11, 06:24 AM

Hello, Nightfly, do you know what kind of titanium Farid uses in thiis folder? 6Al4V or grade 2?

Best regards,
Hugo

Hi Hugo, TA10 alloy titanium (6AL/4V).

Hatethatgiraffe

11-06-11, 09:47 AM

If fancy a pocket Bushman and can be arsed waiting till I get round to sharpening it I'll send you one down mate! (probably be Monday/Tuesday)

johnnythefox

11-06-11, 12:08 PM

If fancy a pocket Bushman and can be arsed waiting till I get round to sharpening it I'll send you one down mate! (probably be Monday/Tuesday)

sorry i am a bit slow on the uptake,was this for me?

thanks :)

Hatethatgiraffe

11-06-11, 12:47 PM

sorry i am a bit slow on the uptake,was this for me?

thanks :)

Didn't see anyone else asking for one ;)

johnnythefox

13-06-11, 04:24 PM

Didn't see anyone else asking for one ;)

thats very generous of you thanks i will pm my address [if my computer dosent crash again] :)

swanseajack

13-06-11, 08:36 PM

I have an irrational desire to have a Rock Lobster !!!

san-mai-usa

14-06-11, 03:08 PM

Proto type tactical folder. One of the favourites that I own.
http://i669.photobucket.com/albums/vv53/drop-point/Folders/Tacticalfolderprototype1c.jpg
http://i669.photobucket.com/albums/vv53/drop-point/Folders/Tacticalfolderprototype1d.jpg
http://i669.photobucket.com/albums/vv53/drop-point/Folders/Tacticalfolderprototype1.jpg
http://i669.photobucket.com/albums/vv53/drop-point/Folders/Tacticalfolderprototype1b.jpg

SERE

16-06-11, 10:51 PM

Nothing new,,, but still BIG !!

http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac19/SERE_photos/Singels/Extrema%20Ratio/c871cbd2.jpg

http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac19/SERE_photos/a682446c-1.jpg
Visit my Knives Weblog and post a comment if you like: SERE Knives & Photography (http://sereknivesphotography.blogspot.com/)

CPLPUD

17-06-11, 12:04 PM

Ryno

17-06-11, 12:25 PM

I've got alot of love for the Extrema Ratio Rao, but i don't ever see it as a knife i'd own to beat on and rough up!

On that note, i just got my brother a Pocket Bushman for his birthday and i'm VERY impressed with it as a folder, he's been giving it a beasting as i told him i wanted him to use this one and not baby it... from what i've seen it get battened through, it's a very reliable big folder with nothing fancy, just built for purpose!

Chastiser

17-06-11, 12:28 PM

Uriel

01-07-11, 01:36 AM

Hi everyone! This is my first post!
I've been lurking for a while then saw this thread.

My favourite big folder is a CRKT Hawk's DOG (http://i2.guns.ru/forums/icons/forum_pictures/000658/658579.jpg) but I'm damned if I know where it is, other than in the house. It's a great piece of kit. It was my do-everything camping knife up until I mislaid it.

To make up for the loss I bought myself a Buck folding Alpha Hunter; I got the one with rosewood scales and a 12c27m blade. I think it's rather lovely and it's my current camping folder.

Also, not strictly a folder, I own a 30 year old Scalemead balisong that I bought, back when you still could, in the UK; I was 13 at the time! It is truly battered; the handle pins and the catch all need replacing but the blade is stilll good. It's a 4" clip point; If I remember correctly, it's 440 stainless. Obviously, this one doesn't leave the house, which is a shame because I'd love to have it put back into good working order.

Mcardw1

06-01-12, 08:23 AM

[IMG]http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee441/Mcardw1/image.jpg[/IMG

I was recently given a de Oppresso Libre. How can you tell it it is real or a fake.

Mcardw1

06-01-12, 08:47 AM

[QUOTE=metalbudgie;1394835]Some Old School 80's Al Mar SERE action. Bought one from Framar back then, sold pre interweb and found another last year. One of the few knives I thought of buying again and one I wouldn't sell.

Hi

I have one of these de Oppresso Liber knives, it belonged to my brother in-law's father who passed away. How do I tell if it is the genuine article or a reproduction?

Basjan

07-01-12, 10:26 PM

I have an irrational desire to have a Rock Lobster !!! Ditto.

Ether

08-01-12, 12:26 AM

Im rather fond of the Fox Pro Desert Hunter (I own) and I also love the Lion Steel SR1

Boberama

09-01-12, 10:16 PM

I can't see a practical use fo them and carrying them in town would be a bit "iffy", but I would like one of those new XL clip point Voyages from Cold Steel. I'd also like to try a Benchmade LFK and the Camillus Cuda Maxx 7.0 is one I'd like to have... 15 inches overall! :lol:

But I'd rather spend my money on knives I'd actually carry, which means about 4 or so inches.

Chui

09-01-12, 11:40 PM

- my Brad Duncan 'Monster'.............bigger than my Randall

http://i754.photobucket.com/albums/xx181/PaulWiggins888/Folders/DSC_8183.jpg

Kitman22

12-01-12, 05:19 PM

About as big as it gets for me. Anything over and I would most likely look towards getting a fixed blade instead.

http://i663.photobucket.com/albums/uu358/kitman22/Customs/DSC00613.jpg

Deviant Buffalo.

topheronetwoo

12-01-12, 05:34 PM

Liking the large insingo but also using the.benchmade 710 quite a bit

8steve88

13-01-12, 04:17 AM

Hi there.
Without breaking the bank, and I have a very small and fragile bank, I recently bought a CRKT Hammond Cruiser for £23 in the HH clearance section. That fills the hand nicely and after removing the thumb studs because I found that they were badly situated for me and I was only using the flipper, removing the pocket clip because I don't like to advertise the fact that I'm carrying a knife and a thorough looking at by two of Mr Lansky's sharpening systems it seems more mine if you know what I mean.
For a cheap fixed blade the Hultafors Heavy Duty Knife at £8 is a damned good work knife or a Cold Steel Tanto Lite or Outdoorsman Lite for£28, More show and go. I've got the Tanto Lite and it feels good in the hand, nicely balanced. But that's for another thread perhaps, Mods edit as needed.

Phew, difficult first post over. :)

GRIFFIN HAWKS

15-01-12, 10:29 AM

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bonzodog

15-01-12, 11:33 AM

farid t 1000 ,sharpened by longstrider
http://i596.photobucket.com/albums/tt49/bonzodog17/faridtifoldercarbon012.jpg

Doubleshadow

15-01-12, 05:21 PM

I like the look of the Deviant Buffalo, V, v. nice.

Nemo

12-02-12, 12:19 AM

It's like having 2 blades in one - a 4 1/4" blade ready for use and a 7 1/2" blade if needed. Other than that... it's just rather unique, I guess.

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b114/Clydetz/DSCN7657.jpg

We call it a Dague a la D'estaing. It was invented by Amiral D'estaing. It is an hunter tool with enough reach to finish off a wounded boar.
This is not a folding Bowie.
It's made for thrusting more than chopping.
It is very uncommon in France. :)