New USSF Line
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New USSF Line
Anyone like the new line of USSF knives and products Ka-Bar is releasing. I bought shirts and hats for me and my best man for my wedding rehearsal. Now they have a folder, fixed blade and entry tool. The fixed blade already sold out on one website. Get them while you can!
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Are Kabar items still manufactured in USA ?
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Some are made in the USA (most fixed blades) , some are made in Taiwan (most folders and the TDI line except the TDI cane - USA), some in China (the cheapee 3 knife throwing set for example) , some clothing items are from places such as El Salvador, Bangladesh.
Every item on their website has the country of origin listed under the specs section.
Every item on their website has the country of origin listed under the specs section.
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At first I didn't like the blue, but the more I look at them the more I like them. To the point now that I will probably end up buying one of the fixed blades.
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Re: New USSF Line
Roland;
The Corser Folder is made in Taiwan.
The Bridge Breacher Tool is made in U.S.A.
The Fixed Blade is made in U.S.A. However, the sheath is made in Taiwan.
The total cost of all three from Ka-Bar is: $236.40
The total cost from SMKW is: $177.97 includes free delivery. (In stock at this time)
They can even be found for a few dollars less at other locations.
Dan
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I think the Bridge Breacher would be a good tool for my farm work backpack. Don't know if the cutting part could replace a hatchet, however. But, it should be pretty decent for prying, hacking, and chopping aside from that.
Definitely gonna have to get the "Space-Bar" due to the bright blue handle. I like colors I can't lose.
The Corser--I like the handle color, but I'm still pretty lukewarm on tantos. Why not a Dozier?
Definitely gonna have to get the "Space-Bar" due to the bright blue handle. I like colors I can't lose.
The Corser--I like the handle color, but I'm still pretty lukewarm on tantos. Why not a Dozier?
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Re: New USSF Line
Pass.
Just not my thing. Don't care for the blue, either.
But that's me.
More for everybody else!!
Just not my thing. Don't care for the blue, either.
But that's me.
More for everybody else!!
Take care and God bless,
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Old Folder wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 8:47 amRoland;
The Corser Folder is made in Taiwan.
The Bridge Breacher Tool is made in U.S.A.
The Fixed Blade is made in U.S.A. However, the sheath is made in Taiwan.
The total cost of all three from Ka-Bar is: $236.40
The total cost from SMKW is: $177.97 includes free delivery. (In stock at this time)
They can even be found for a few dollars less at other locations.
Dan
I paid around $155 including delivery from GP Knives, but I think the fixed blade is sold out already. KnifeCenter has the trio, priced just slightly higher.
Pocket, fixed, machete, axe, it's all good!
You're going to look awfully silly with that knife sticking out of your @#$. -Clint Eastwood, High Plains Drifter
You're going to look awfully silly with that knife sticking out of your @#$. -Clint Eastwood, High Plains Drifter
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That's an excellent price.1967redrider wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 6:39 pmOld Folder wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 8:47 amRoland;
The Corser Folder is made in Taiwan.
The Bridge Breacher Tool is made in U.S.A.
The Fixed Blade is made in U.S.A. However, the sheath is made in Taiwan.
The total cost of all three from Ka-Bar is: $236.40
The total cost from SMKW is: $177.97 includes free delivery. (In stock at this time)
They can even be found for a few dollars less at other locations.
Dan
I paid around $155 including delivery from GP Knives, but I think the fixed blade is sold out already. KnifeCenter has the trio, priced just slightly higher.
This assembly would make a beautiful shadow box display. Add the Ka-Bar patch and the official USSF patch.
Dan
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Old Folder wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 7:21 pmThat's an excellent price.1967redrider wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 6:39 pmOld Folder wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 8:47 am
Roland;
The Corser Folder is made in Taiwan.
The Bridge Breacher Tool is made in U.S.A.
The Fixed Blade is made in U.S.A. However, the sheath is made in Taiwan.
The total cost of all three from Ka-Bar is: $236.40
The total cost from SMKW is: $177.97 includes free delivery. (In stock at this time)
They can even be found for a few dollars less at other locations.
Dan
I paid around $155 including delivery from GP Knives, but I think the fixed blade is sold out already. KnifeCenter has the trio, priced just slightly higher.
This assembly would make a beautiful shadow box display. Add the Ka-Bar patch and the official USSF patch.
Dan
I like your thinking, Dan.
Pocket, fixed, machete, axe, it's all good!
You're going to look awfully silly with that knife sticking out of your @#$. -Clint Eastwood, High Plains Drifter
You're going to look awfully silly with that knife sticking out of your @#$. -Clint Eastwood, High Plains Drifter
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Thanks redrider.1967redrider wrote: ↑Wed Dec 16, 2020 12:14 amOld Folder wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 7:21 pmThat's an excellent price.1967redrider wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 6:39 pm
I paid around $155 including delivery from GP Knives, but I think the fixed blade is sold out already. KnifeCenter has the trio, priced just slightly higher.
This assembly would make a beautiful shadow box display. Add the Ka-Bar patch and the official USSF patch.
Dan
I like your thinking, Dan.
Here are the patches I mentioned above.
The Ka-Bar patch is available through the www.KaBar.com website:
And the official USSF patch is available from amazon.com
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Sure does resemble the old Star Trek uniform insignia.
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“Live Long and Prosper.”zzyzzogeton wrote: ↑Wed Dec 16, 2020 10:35 pm Sure does resemble the old Star Trek uniform insignia.
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Old Folder wrote: ↑Wed Dec 16, 2020 9:58 pmThanks redrider.1967redrider wrote: ↑Wed Dec 16, 2020 12:14 amOld Folder wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 7:21 pm
That's an excellent price.
This assembly would make a beautiful shadow box display. Add the Ka-Bar patch and the official USSF patch.
Dan
I like your thinking, Dan.
Here are the patches I mentioned above.
The Ka-Bar patch is available through the www.KaBar.com website:
kaBar patch ussf.jpg
And the official USSF patch is available from amazon.com
USSF OFFICIAL PATCH.jpg
Thanks, Dan!
Pocket, fixed, machete, axe, it's all good!
You're going to look awfully silly with that knife sticking out of your @#$. -Clint Eastwood, High Plains Drifter
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I have the entire set of three now.
I know a few aapk members have purchased the KA-BAR 1313SF fixed blade.
If you want to add a little gripping power and eye candy to the handle just purchase a good quality #15 o-ring set. vive la différence. Dan
Working on the shadow box display, I'll post soon when finished.I know a few aapk members have purchased the KA-BAR 1313SF fixed blade.
If you want to add a little gripping power and eye candy to the handle just purchase a good quality #15 o-ring set. vive la différence. Dan
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I buy old for the most part. I can’t stand Kabar’s new knives and I dislike plastic.
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Thanks for the tip, Dan.
Pocket, fixed, machete, axe, it's all good!
You're going to look awfully silly with that knife sticking out of your @#$. -Clint Eastwood, High Plains Drifter
You're going to look awfully silly with that knife sticking out of your @#$. -Clint Eastwood, High Plains Drifter
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Like the knives but the blue just doesn't trip my trigger.
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Finished my "Shadow Boxes" yesterday.
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That looks cool, Dan!
Pocket, fixed, machete, axe, it's all good!
You're going to look awfully silly with that knife sticking out of your @#$. -Clint Eastwood, High Plains Drifter
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On the back of the new SMKW catalog I just received.
Pocket, fixed, machete, axe, it's all good!
You're going to look awfully silly with that knife sticking out of your @#$. -Clint Eastwood, High Plains Drifter
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Just did a pre-order for #4. Believe it or not, this is my first Karambit.
Pocket, fixed, machete, axe, it's all good!
You're going to look awfully silly with that knife sticking out of your @#$. -Clint Eastwood, High Plains Drifter
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I have no trouble believing that John, I don't have any Karambits and likely never will. No matter how hard I try I can't come up with a good use for them. I suppose the original thinking was a slashing weapon, but seeing as I don't plan on doing a lot of slashing I'll leave em' for others. I certainly can see you wanting that particular Karambit to complete the blue set, but in general they just don't ring my bell, to each his own though! I'm sure plenty of folks don't understand my obsession with stilettos, so I'm the last guy to judge others on their choices! Please post some pics when you have em' all together!1967redrider wrote: ↑Sat Mar 27, 2021 4:53 pm Just did a pre-order for #4. Believe it or not, this is my first Karambit.
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In addition to their designed usage, the TDI knives make great box cutters. That's what I use mine for, With the kydex sheath on your belt, it's a simple pull/cut/sheath process and the curved handle puts the cutting edge/tip in the right position with less wrist strain. At least for me. YMMV.Madmarco wrote: ↑Sat Mar 27, 2021 6:08 pm,,,snip... I don't have any Karambits and likely never will. No matter how hard I try I can't come up with a good use for them. ,,,snip....1967redrider wrote: ↑Sat Mar 27, 2021 4:53 pm Just did a pre-order for #4. Believe it or not, this is my first Karambit.
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Madmarco wrote: ↑Sat Mar 27, 2021 6:08 pmI have no trouble believing that John, I don't have any Karambits and likely never will. No matter how hard I try I can't come up with a good use for them. I suppose the original thinking was a slashing weapon, but seeing as I don't plan on doing a lot of slashing I'll leave em' for others. I certainly can see you wanting that particular Karambit to complete the blue set, but in general they just don't ring my bell, to each his own though! I'm sure plenty of folks don't understand my obsession with stilettos, so I'm the last guy to judge others on their choices! Please post some pics when you have em' all together!1967redrider wrote: ↑Sat Mar 27, 2021 4:53 pm Just did a pre-order for #4. Believe it or not, this is my first Karambit.
Will do, Mark. I'm hoping it is small enough to use a dog tag type chain and make a neck knife out of it.
Pocket, fixed, machete, axe, it's all good!
You're going to look awfully silly with that knife sticking out of your @#$. -Clint Eastwood, High Plains Drifter
You're going to look awfully silly with that knife sticking out of your @#$. -Clint Eastwood, High Plains Drifter