modern knives

[ssmickey.32]

Congrats Subal...

Does USPS clear customs without bothering you??? Who are the partners of USPS in India who clear the customs/collect the custom tax/deliver the goods?

I am about to import few things from US through USPS. Please clarify.

Thanks & regards

ssmickey.32

[Subal das]

USPS from USA correspond to Indian Post, same like EMS from other places, nobody bother me, post men brought me a parcel, but I was not at home, next day morning I went to post office and got it after paying INR1398. No problem at all. Knife is pure fighting knife - best fixed blade I ever have built like tank. With one move I was able to cut bottle of Sprite easily like butter. Shipment cost about about usd40
sheath great too.

[biking3819]

thanx subol for sharing!
regards sanjiv.

[shadow]

Hi Subal,

Can you please check your PM?

Thanks,
Shadow

[Olly]

Always insure your shipment. Many a times you will just not receive your parcel and the Post Office shows ignorance ! A tracking number helps, but all USPS mail does not have tracking facility.

I've lost a few myself...

[Subal das]

Always insure your shipment. Many a times you will just not receive your parcel and the Post Office shows ignorance ! A tracking number helps, but all USPS mail does not have tracking facility.

I've lost a few myself...

you are right and why not if it cost $2 only.

very important point

[Subal das]

British special force's favorite knife Fairbairn-Sykes dagger



or sometimes called Sykes-Fairbarin Commando Knife, which was replaced recently with Blackhawk made UK-SFK British Spec-Ops Dagger.



# D-2 tool Steel blade
# Textured G-10 scales on handle
# Blade available with either black epoxy powder coat or brushed satin finish
# Plain edge
# Includes injection-molded Nylon sheath with mounting plates for MOLLE or drop-leg platform attachment
# BLADE LENGTH: 6.22" (158mm)
# OVERALL LENGTH: 11.38" (289mm)

cost around usd190

Here is American copy of FS dagger (WWII times) called case V-42

[Subal das]

another fantastic dagger

SOG Daggert 2 Black TiNi Knife D26T



* Blade Length: 6.6 inches
* Overall Length: 11.85 inches
* Weight: 8.5 oz
* Blade Material: AUS 8
* Handle Material: Kraton
* UPC Code: 729857990127


SOG D26T-K Product Description:
The SOG Daggert 2 model D26T has a black TiNi coating over its AUS 8 stainless steel blade. This blade is sharp on both ends with one being a fine edge and the other partially serrated. The Daggert 2 name is engraved near the handle. Kraton is used as the handle material which provides good grip in wet or dry conditions. A Kydex sheath is included this this Daggert 2 model.
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[Olly]

Mmmmm mouth watering !!!!

Thanks for sharing...

[Subal das]

another double edged temptation - Praetorian II, 7 inch blade - importable



MODEL: PRAETORIAN II

WEIGHT: g 290
BLADE LENGHT: mm 180
OVERALL LENGHT: mm 245
BLADE THICKNESS (MAIN): mm 6,3
BLADE STEEL: N690 (58HRC)
HANDLE MATERIAL:
SERRATION ON THE BLADE: OPZIONALE
FINISHING AND COATING: TESTUDO, GEOCAMO
Price: $335

[m24]

Praetorian II, now that's a mean looking one. You think 6.3mm thickness is okay for such a large blade??

Regards

[Subal das]

Praetorian II, now that's a mean looking one. You think 6.3mm thickness is okay for such a large blade??

Regards

it is only middle portion of blade 6.3mm, thickness on sides it is about 4mm. that is very good practical design, middle portion gives a strength against lateral blows and knife is not heavy. otherwise with 7 inch blade it can be quite heavy knife. So what we have is strong, long and same time not so heavy knife. Brilliant!!

Weight of the knife play important role in modern combat, less heavy knife more speed and better control over movements, but the question is how not to compromise on knife strength and blade length. If it is knife against knife then it is 6-10 sec fight, so how fast you can move your knife is a crucial.

respect

-- Fri Jan 15, 2010 11:44 am --

just compared weights of Praetorian II and Kabar Fin tanto

Praetorian II with 7 inch blade - 290g

my Kabar Fin tanto with fixed blade 4 7/8" - 310g

Fin's D2 steel more heavy and with 310g it is not so speedy tool.

So, it is quite fantastic 7inch blade and only 290g in weight.

[Subal das]

one more dagger, without this one, this small daggers review will be incomplete.
designed by Canadian Special Forces - BlackHawk® M.O.D Beshara XSF-1



The XSF-1 is the ultimate evolution of the combat dagger. Based on "Besh Wedge Technology™" - a unique triple-edged point design - it offers the supreme combination of edge geometry and tip strength. Precision machined from either tough A-2 tool steel or solid titanium, the XSF-1 also features contoured handle slabs and an integral double guard for a positive combat grip, even under the most demanding circumstances.

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* Blade Length: 6.4"
* Overall Length: 11.6"
* Blade Material: A2 high-carbon tool steel or 6 AL/4V titanium
* Blade Finish: Diamond Black DLC Coating (A2 blades) or matte bead-blast (titanium blades)
* Edge Type: Plain or Partially Serrated
* Handle Material: Contoured G-10
* Sheath: Thermoplastic-lined O.D. ballistic nylon

[Subal das]

Spyderco Warrior ~ FB25BK



length overall 10 5/8 in. (269 mm)
blade length 5 11/16 in. (144 mm)
blade steel H-1
cutting edge 5 5/32-2 3/4 in. (131/70 mm)
weight 8.2 oz. (232 g)
hole diameter 15/64 in. (6 mm)
blade thickness 5/32 in. (4 mm)
handle material FRN

The Warrior fixed blade is one of the world’s most intriguing combat knives. Based largely on the groundbreaking research of close-combat icon Michael Echanis, the original Warrior was a radical design intended primarily for use with reverse-grip tactics inspired by the Korean martial art of HwaRangDo. Produced in limited quantities by the late Al Mar and later resurrected by the martial artist Bob Taylor and Echanis contemporary Randy Wanner, it is one of the most coveted combat knives ever made.

The Spyderco Warrior faithfully retains all the salient features of the original, while adding a number of performance enhancements. Its revitalization happened at the request of our Israeli customer, Guy Rafaeli.

Ground from rust-free austenitic H-1 steel, it possesses the same differential hardness properties of a clay-tempered Samurai sword, giving it extreme cutting power and shock resistance. Its full-tang construction and textured handle scales provide a superior grip and edge orientation, maximizing the knife’s effectiveness when employed with its signature tactics. The sheath is a black ballistic nylon snap-closed sheath with Molle-vest attachment capability.

Spyderco will donate approximately 3% of sales of the Warrior to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. For more than 29 years, the Special Operations Warrior Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization, has provided college educations to the surviving children of Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps special operations personnel killed in combat or training. Additionally, the Warrior Foundation provides immediate financial assistance to special operations personnel severely wounded so their loved ones can be bedside during their recovery. For more information or to get involved please visit, http://www.specialops.org/

[jashwantsinh]

Subal,

Could you please provide information on the Knife you bought so that i can contact and order for me please, Hope blade less than 6 inches, congrates on having lovely piece.

Enjoy.

Jashwantsinh.