Archive for the ‘Knives’ Category
What Makes a Hunting Knife?
No serious outdoorsman or woman would set out on an expedition into the great unknown without a trusty knife. Whether they are used for protection or as a utility tool, knives make an indispensable addition to any wilderness enthusiast’s repertoire. In order to identify the most effective hunting and tactical knives, it’s important to understand the elements of construction.
Blades may vary in terms of hardness and flexibility depending on the desired use. In any case, they are used to cut, slice, skin or stab. The other well-known part of a knife is the handle, which is used to maintain a sturdy grip. The best knives also feature knife guards, which protect the hand from injury during the course of use. Finally, the pommel of the knife protects the end of the handle from acquiring damage when it is dropped.
Definitly Different-Spyderco Knives
Since starting Spyderco they’ve been told their knives are different, peculiar–even out there. All true. Thinking beyond established knife industry barriers allowed them to introduce new and radical innovations to the knife culture including: one-hand opening, serrations on a folder, and a clip to attach a knife to a pocket. They didn’t go into business to rake in a mountain of dough, they’re here for more selfish reasons–indulging there passion for creating knives. Spyderco knives are definitely out of the norm in the knife industry in they’re dedication to researching and developing fresh, improved, and better performing materials–all with function and reliability being key.
Going on Vacation
If you’re planning a vacation this summer, in today’s economy, it can definitely take it’s toll on your bank account. Going on a long trip or flying somewhere can quickly become very expensive.One option you might want to consider is camping! It’s lots of fun for the whole family, and a lot more cost effective.
So grab your texsport tent, snugpak sleeping bags, camping gear, and spend a week in the great outdoors!
Remembering Uncle Paul & My boker knife
I remember as a young boy of 11, traveling to Michigan with my Mother, to go see her brother, which she tried to do every couple of years. I always loved to go see my Uncle Paul, because he made a point to make sure I had fun when I was there.
On this particular trip he gave me what became one of my most prized possessions, a german boker knife! He sharpened it for me, something he was very good at, so sharp that it would split a hair! No joke! It was one of the best knives I’ve ever owned and would highly recommend them.
A simple knife cleaning method
Pocket knives are among the most useful of outdoor tools. Whether you need to cut a piece of fruit for a snack or sharpen some sticks to use as tent stakes, a good pocket knife is indispensable. Like most outdoor items, pocket knives get dirty very easily. If you don’t keep your knife clean, it can become dull, rusty and generally useless. Don’t make the mistake of letting your pocket knife get cruddy – simply follow these tips to keep it sparkling clean.
A pot of boiling water is a knife-owner’s best friend. Dirt and grime don’t stand a chance against the cleansing powers of super hot water. Simply bring water to a boil and drop your open knife into it. (Note: If your knife has plastic parts that can melt – don’t do this!) Let it boil for no more than a minute. Carefully remove the knife, as it will be hot, and use a stiff toothbrush to scrub off the softened grime. Thoroughly dry the knife to prevent rusting and apply oil or knife lubricant to keep it moving smoothly. Repeat this process as needed.
Bolle Sunglasses-What Does ANSI Z87.1 Certified Mean?
The ANSI Z87.1 standard sets forth requirements for the design, construction, testing, and use of eye protection devices, including standards for impact and penetration resistance. All safety glasses, goggles, and face shields used by employees under OSHA jurisdiction must meet the ANSI Z87.1 standard. The eyewear standard includes the following minimum requirements:
* Provide adequate protection against the hazards for which they are designed
* Be reasonably comfortable
* Fit securely, without interfering with movement or vision
* Be capable of being disinfected if necessary, and be easy to clean
* Be durable
* Fit over, or incorporate, prescription eyewear
Many manufacturers of sports eyewear and other protective eyewear, not used in a work environment also comply with the ANSI Z87.1 standard. If you need protective eyewear of any kind, such as bolle sunglasses, look for products that comply with the ANSI standard or consult with an optometrist, ophthalmologist, or optician before purchasing.
Law enforcement gear-Choosing a holster for a firearm
Law enforcement gear-choosing a holster for a firearm:
Safety – a well designed holster will provide protection to the handgun during insertion into or removal from the holster or while being carried that will: 1. prevent accidental disengagement of the safety mechanism; 2. prevent accidental pull of the trigger; 3. prevent forward or rearward movement of the hammer. These features will vary greatly as applicable to the action of the handgun. The safety features of a holster very much require that the holster be engineered and designed for each specific manufacture and model of handgun. Bianchi is a good choice for law enforcement gear. Finish – a well finished holster should not snag a pistol or abrade its finish. Comfort – ability to wear a gun for an extended period without hurting the user.Concealability – it is often desirable not to alert other people of one’s being armed. A carefully designed and worn holster can make a gun virtually invisible. Almost all concealment holsters are designed to be worn with a covering garment that is part of the wearer’s everyday attire.
Draw ease – practical shooting holsters allow a gun to be presented quickly, but drawing ease is often compromised in concealed carry
Reholster ease – a rigid-walled holster will allow a gun to be returned to it with one hand, while a flexible one may collapse after the gun is drawn, requiring the use of both hands to reholster. Reholstering may be of secondary importance for civilians, who may often be legally required to contact law enforcement authorities after any lawful use of a firearm.
Durability – ability to withstand abuse and long-term usage without mechanical failure or impaired performance Retention – a holster designed with retention in mind will help prevent a gun from being removed from the holster by anyone other than the person wearing it. Modern duty holsters have multiple hidden retention devices to this end. Frequently, retentive holsters are custom designed for a specific model of gun. Adjustability – a holster that provides for the adjustment of gun cant and position can aid in both comfort and concealment.
Kershaw knives “Speed Safe” Assisted Opening Knives
Custom knifemaker, Ken Onion, began his quest to design the perfect knife as a Marine machinist. After years of researc
h and development he created his first Speed Safe knife. Today, Ken designs a custom selection of knives for Kershaw both with the patented Speed Safe torsion bar system for assisted opening and without. His personal involvement ensures each Onion meets his high standard for quality.
What is Speed Safe? It is the patented, assisted opening system built into many of Kershaw knives best selling Ken Onion knives. Speed Safe assists the user to smoothly open the knife with a manual push on the blade’s thumb stud or index open system. The index open uses a protruding portion of the blade’s finger guard to give the user an alternate to the thumb stud. The user manually pulls back on the protrusion with the index finger to open the blade.
The heart of the Speed Safe system is its torsion bar. Closed, the torsion bar helps keep the knife closed, preventing it from being opened by gravity.To open the knife, the user must apply manual pressure to the thumb stud to overcome the resistance of the torsion bar. After the blade is out of the handle, the torsion bar moves along its half moon track and takes over. The blade opens smoothly and locks into position.
Don’t Scrimp on the Knife
Whether you’re an avid hunter or a general outdoorsman, it’s important that you have a high quality knife that you can take on your various outdoor ventures. The uses for that knife can vary greatly, but every outdoorsman will tell you that a knife is indispensible in the wilderness. Just take the children’s book “Hatchet.” It wasn’t far off when the main character was able to survive in the Canadian wilderness simply by having a trusty hatchet at his side.
And while you probably won’t have to rely that heavily on your knife, it is nice to know that you have a high quality product to help you in the wilderness. When picking out your knife, make sure that you go with a company that has a lot of experience crafting knives. A new company might not be able to deliver the expertise that an established company can offer. So if given the choice, it’s best to purchase Buck knives with over 100 years of service than some fly by night knife company.