Let's Talk Knives

I checked out the video, pretty cool!

 

I carry a CPK DEK1

Specs:
Delta 3V, 60-61 HRC, .160″ thick at ricasso (a little over 5/32″)*
Total length 9.125
Blade length 4.5
Weight 6.2 oz
Edge angle 20 DPS
Grippy 3D machined scales in micarta or G10
Titanium fasteners
Hidden lanyard

* Also available in AEB-L stainless steel

**Available with or without swedge



https://carothersknives.com/4-dek1/

 

Couple more pics from their site.



vids of torture test
https://youtu.be/o8j4REx1CZ8?si=EPqUr7lBcsYEpmxE
https://youtu.be/H15hvfa8bIQ?si=aLymFuuEsDMgXXAk

 

And this little jammer. Another CPK, smaller.

 

Very nice knives!

 

This one is not available.
I made the blade from 1/16” ball bearing canister Damascus. The scales are steelhead G-carta

 

That is an amazing work of art!

 

Thank you. I have discovered quite a passion for making knives and I love the Damascus!

 

I can see, creates a unique style with history. I love how the pattern is completely organic. You did a great job on the spine as well. I also like the pattern on the sheath, as it compliments the scales and the Damascus pattern.
Very unique, I would be proud to carry such a blade. Do you have others for sale?

 

I attempted to msg you but you have limited access.
https://rtknives.com

this is my website. I currently have about 25 knives in inventory.
Please send me a message if you’re interested or perhaps want something customized.

 

You've outdone yourself Ray. Exquisite knife!

 

This Asian style chef’s knife has an 8” blade. The handle is stabilized spalted walnut Burl and ebony with a red g-10 spacer. The Damascus is mosaic pattern from 15n20 & 1084 carbon alloy steel. Available

 

Another one of a kind!

 

I’m waiting for some pictures from your mushroom expeditions!

 

Probably my last mini-cleaver for a while. My friend doing the kydex and I gave up on printing the Damascus pattern onto the Kydex (for now). It wasn’t working out well. Scales are stabilized spalted walnut Burl with blue g-10 liners. This one is available

 

How many mini clevers have you made.

 

You do realize that it’s all your fault!

 

5, I believe.
Had never heard of them until you requested one!

 

Fixed blade over an opener for self defense... (reduced potential points of failure during a deployment).

You'll want to verify jurisdictional issues/laws regarding blade length, double sided, etc...

Blade secured on her person in a stable, fixed location that is accessible to both hands (such as appendix carry, etc.)

When a blade (or firearm) is carried in a purse, etc. draw time is significantly increased as having an unstable platform to draw from means securing that platform w/off hand first to ensure a proper strong hand draw or vice versa... either way, it's doable but not ideal...

Training, training, training... because using a knife in self-defense requires close proximity, it's paramount that she's highly versed in retention of that weapon. One of the worst things that could happen would be for her to access the weapon in self defense and then lose the blade to the attacker...

I know you know this, but just to reiterate, drawing and deploying a knife, gun or any other weapon needs to be an absolute last resort to be placed in imminent jeopardy. First lines of defense should always be situational awareness, avoidance, making a scene, escaping, running, etc...

 

Ka-bar has a line fixed blades called TDI, check them out. Could be kept in the door and put on person as she gets out of vehicle.

I was just talking with a group of folks, about how I always have a knife. Even as a 6'1" reasonable athletic built male in his 30's. The world is just crazy and I have no trust/faith in people. Plus I walk my dogs or am outdoors with either loose dogs or just animals from nature and its better to be prepared. Most my knives are 2" to under 3.5" so easy to have on your personal but will do what I need from them.

But talk to her a about what she is willing to do and find something that fits her ability.

 

Teach her where soft spots are for ease of entry, to make any knife more effective. Also, you do you, but if my daughter felt safer carrying pepper, fuck that ridiculous law.

 

My girl carries a neck knife. Not a bad choice for a lady. Can be worn without a belt and isn’t easily seen to be taken away from her/used against her.
Just a thought.

Any blade that is used for defense purposes should have a super solid grip, one that your hand will not slide forward during use.

https://www.bladehq.com/cat--CRKT-M...iOE1ZqeQvON18oQBTaCpuEOHHQ20Jef8fu8PlF-Rq-4xe

Doesn’t have to be $$$ to get the job done, however it does need to stay in her hands.

 

For strictly self defense I’d recommend a push dagger. Won’t slip out of her hand easily.

 

One of these on her keychain might be easier to have ready at all times.

There’s also those personal alarms that can go on keychains. Maybe a deterrent like that would be a better option over actually fighting someone as long as there’s someone around to hear it.