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overlord
Jan 11, 2004, 3:44 PM
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im looking for a good and reliable knife. heres the requirements:
1. preferably folding (if folding the blade must be locking, one had usage)
2. i only need a single blade, but multiblade affair is also acceptable
3. about 10cm (4in) blade
4. durable, easy to maintain and sharpen
5. i would also like if it had something wich i could use to attach it to my harness
anyway, if you have a knife similar to what im looking for, post your experience.
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Did you already look at the new petzl knife? Looks like a good one to me.
Small version
Large version
I'm actually thinking of buying that one myself, when I walk into it.
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maldaly
Jan 11, 2004, 4:30 PM
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I don't think that Petzl knife locks. I have always carried a small (2" blade) locking knife on a string around my neck. I think that it'ts made by Spyderco but lots of companies make knives like this. Because it's on a string around my neck I can open it one-handed if I need to cut a sling or something. It weighs nothing and doesn't add the all the other crap I carry on my harness. Swiss Army knife goes in my pack. Based on the recommendation by Aron Ralston I carry one with a saw blade;-)
MCD
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overlord
Jan 11, 2004, 5:01 PM
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i also have a swiss army knife with a saw, but i cant use it with one hand.
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celticelement
Jan 11, 2004, 6:11 PM
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Cold Steel makes very good blades of all types.
Here are their folding knives: http://www.coldsteel.com/folding-knives.html
I had a Voyager, the Tanto half serrated. I really loved it. It had a good edge; it was sharp and stayed sharp. Unfortunately, I lost it at a summer camp where I was working for a summer. The knife has a knob that allows you to open it with one hand. With practice you can flick that blade out fast. It also has a pocket clip. It would probably attach well enough to a harness. I always just carried the thing in my pocket.
After I lost the Cold Steel I got a Gerber, folding lock blade. It is a great knife. It has a hole in the blade for one-hand opening. It also has a superb edge on it. Many of their knives have pocket clips on them as well, which you could use to attach to a harness.
Here is Gerber's web site: http://www.gerberblades.com/
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climber_osu
Jan 11, 2004, 6:22 PM
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gerber makes one called the international. It has a partial serrated blade, lock, one handed operation, and a belt clip. Also, they are reasonably priced and carried by lowes in their tool department.
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hema
Jan 11, 2004, 6:30 PM
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The Petzl sort of locks, so no real Gerber/Psyderco like locking mechanism, but it does have a small clib-semilocking thingy, a bit like the one on Leatherman Wave.
I usuallu carry the Petzl one around, but I also have Spyderco Rescue, which is great if I have to chop a lot of ropes or small trees etc.
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mike_the_sumo
Jan 11, 2004, 6:50 PM
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I'm really happy with spyderco knives - I've got 3 carry knives and a couple kitchen/utility ones http://www.spyderco.com/ One handed opening and closing, a strong lock and good steel.
Delica is a nice size and could be threaded with 3mm cord (it's in my self rescue bag that way). They used to have one with a small carabiner-like clip at one end but that may be discontinued.
I've no idea where you would find one in slovenia. I see them here (France) and a couple other places in the EU.
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deke
Jan 11, 2004, 7:34 PM
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Definitely spyderco. I have a few of theirs....worth the extra money!
right now I've been using my little ladybug a lot. i have it on my keychain and then i just attach a biner to it when i go climbing.
check it out!
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sfb
Jan 11, 2004, 8:03 PM
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I personally just use the same knife I use when hunting. If take care of and regularly sharpened it'll cut anything you'll need a knife for while climbing. Here's the one I carry. It's a little large for every-day carrying, but like I said, it'll cut just about anything.
http://www.buckknives.com/catalog/detail/224/223
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jimdavis
Jan 11, 2004, 11:49 PM
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The Petzl knife sucks, I can't see how anyone can actually open it with one hand. I've also seen it open up when we didn't want it open. So it's not going near my gear.
CRKT knifes, Spyderco, Cold Steel are all good. I've had 2 CRKT and I love em. I use a Point Guard now, which opens/ closes with one hand and has 2 locks. Gerber's are cheaper and break easier. Spyderco's are more expensive but you get what you pay for.
Also check out some of the Buck Protege line knives.
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chossmonkey
Jan 11, 2004, 11:58 PM
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I have a tiny folding Buck knife that I attach to the back of my harness with a short piece of cord and it stays out of the way until I need it. It has a serrated blade that easily cuts through crusty old rap slings for replacing. I have another larger Swiss Army type knife that I carry in my pack for doing odd jobs while at the crag.
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gravitysucks
Jan 12, 2004, 12:48 AM
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I second jimdavis ^^^^^^. my Columbia River (CRKT) blade is choice.
I have the Point Guard (6763) 3.5 in serrated edge.
:) it's rugged but light...all metal "skeleton" type design
:) folding blade with security lock
:) lifetime warranty
:D has withstood many a fruit juice/ dirt bath backcountry adventure, opened cans of stew and can still slice a tomato and make fries
:D Special Forces & SEALS use them so it makes me look like a chick to be reckoned with
:D a carry-everywhere tight harness/ belt clip in case I ever have to go Joe Simpson on my partner's ass.
one of the best gifts I have ever received. I told my Uncle exactly what I wanted and this is what he came back with. and he spent a good spell during the 70's after the Army down in Columbia so you know he's savvy.
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soleclimbr
Jan 12, 2004, 1:20 AM
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i second the spiderco the best is the clip it and itwill go on ur harness. allaround bad ass knife
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grabngrip
Jan 12, 2004, 1:33 AM
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I use my Smith and Wesson "Extreme Ops" knife. Also use it for hunting. Fits all your requirments and more. Smith and Wesson also came out with the "Homeland Security" knife. pretty awesome. check them out
Daniel :)
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ubotch
Jan 12, 2004, 2:08 AM
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I have this Buck Approach knife and I love it.
http://www.buckknives.com/catalog/detail/248/230
The blade is the perfect size, it is easy to open and close with one hand, it is made to clip to a biner and the blade is serrated which makes cutting rope or webbing super easy. I haven't tried a lot of other knives but I love this one.
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epic_ed
Jan 12, 2004, 2:35 AM
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Spyderco. It's one of the most frequently used brand of knives by SAR people. There are several models that meet your criteria. A lot of people prefer the lady bug.
Ed
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coldclimb
Jan 12, 2004, 3:38 AM
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I have this one. Works better than you might think, as it's out of the way and nicely stowed until you put some weight on your harness. Got it from a guy on the street in the phillipines though, so it's not widely available. ;)
http://www.morffed.com/pics/knifebelt.jpg
Edit: I also have a ton of other knives. Whichever one I take up with me on a climb just depends on what I feel like that day. Generally I'll have this one clipped to my harness somewhere, because it weighs nothing and takes up no space.
http://www.schradeknives.com/simon.htm
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scubasnyder
Jan 12, 2004, 4:02 AM
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i like spyderco knoives they have one that has a clip on it, that is what i use
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kingman
Jan 12, 2004, 4:14 AM
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Spyderco, definitly the best in the business. Kershaw is also very good, but they tend to be even more pricy. I've used CRKTs and spyderco's. Loved them all.
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redroxboy
Jan 12, 2004, 4:18 AM
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The petzl knives feel very weak and do not lock, but they are cheap. I would go with the gerber that looks like the petzl, but it is about tiwce as much.
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mark_e_wallace
Jan 12, 2004, 4:28 AM
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I go along with the other Spyderco recommendations. In particular, I think the FRN-handled (Fibre Reinforced Nylon) Delica is a fine choice. It doesn't weigh much, keeps a good edge, opens easily (Spydie hole), and is economical.
-- Mark
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bouldertom
Jan 12, 2004, 4:48 AM
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I have a Kershaw folder. It's a one handed opener that locks. I've used this outside on all kinds of stuff (except on anything for climbing.) It has a very strong clip which would easily attach to a harness. I thought it was a good purchase at ~ $50. But what do I know?
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tarzan420
Jan 12, 2004, 5:06 AM
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i also have the buck approach, i like it.
the one-handed opening is kinda stiff (it has gotten better)
my fiancee's short approach opens very smoothly, however.
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dmr
Jan 12, 2004, 5:22 AM
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I carry a Benchmade for everyday stuff at work or car camping. Its a nice knife, easy onehand opening and closing, good steel,etc. However, for climbing I just keep a cheap Spyderco serrated in my chalk bag. I think its the Ladybug. Its small, light and does a good job cleaning up old slings. It has a clip and a hole to tie a loop of cord.
Here's a link to a Benchmade vendor, lots of good info, but they only carry a few models. https://www.expeditionexchange.com/benchmade/
Also, the Spyderco Ladybug. http://www.spyderco.com/...8L8HCTU0X6HH2X6Q82W3
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