Re: Let's talk about knives
Posted: Tue Aug 20, 2013 1:38 pm
I think a knife is a vital component to any self-defense setup, but as others have said, training and practice with a blade is very important in the event you ever have to deploy it. I have carried Cold Steel knives for years, but I am now really into Grayman knives.
I do agree that you might want to consider carring one knife for utility and daily use, and a second for self-defense. These days I have a leatherman tool on my belt that takes care of my daily needs but like to carry a second blade for "emergency". I like a fixed blade. I carry pistol strong side and knife weak side and practice knife with both hands equally. I figure if I am every pinned up and cannot access pistol my left hand has it's own option.
Picking a knife is probably more personal a decision than picking a pistol as there are so many choices for so many different styles. I think too much is made of blade length. A 5.5 inch blade is great, but some serious damage can be inflicted in seconds with a straight razor. Remember, if you are in a fight, slashing motions may be more effective than thrusting motions depending on the situation, and deploying a folder may be tough under extreme stress, so you want to keep that in mind when picking a blade. Check out http://www.graymanknives.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. They are expensive, but worth it in my opinion. Good luck in you search.
I do agree that you might want to consider carring one knife for utility and daily use, and a second for self-defense. These days I have a leatherman tool on my belt that takes care of my daily needs but like to carry a second blade for "emergency". I like a fixed blade. I carry pistol strong side and knife weak side and practice knife with both hands equally. I figure if I am every pinned up and cannot access pistol my left hand has it's own option.
Picking a knife is probably more personal a decision than picking a pistol as there are so many choices for so many different styles. I think too much is made of blade length. A 5.5 inch blade is great, but some serious damage can be inflicted in seconds with a straight razor. Remember, if you are in a fight, slashing motions may be more effective than thrusting motions depending on the situation, and deploying a folder may be tough under extreme stress, so you want to keep that in mind when picking a blade. Check out http://www.graymanknives.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. They are expensive, but worth it in my opinion. Good luck in you search.