Submitted by MC Lordsson
I have used many different types, but found my favorite to be a Cold Steel Kobun. I would also like to recommend an M8. KBAR makes good knives as well which are combat tested better than any other manufacturer.
The Kobun by Cold Steel really fits most of my needs for a Combat/Utility knife. There is really only one thing wrong with it and that’s the finish which is a bright, polished steel finish. As with any combat knife though, I would powder coat it after sharpening and before taking it with me anywhere. This tends to eliminate any rust, contamination, scratching, etc., and also takes care of any light reflection. Otherwise, this is a very light, very easy to handle blade with excellent killing properties. It has held up to some serious abuse through the years and I have yet to replace it.
Many call me a minimalist when it comes to knives because I prefer knife with no features other than a good blade and a great grip. I also prefer a Tanto. This may not be your type of knife, but for the work I’ve done, and continue to do, there has yet to be a good replacement.
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I own a Kobun and like most Cold Steel knives it is hard to beat. However, I prefer the the Cold Steel Bushman with a custom kydex sheath for field work.
Instead of powder coating , just do what all the firearms makers do ….. phosphoric acid …. brush it on and it will make a very nice phosphoric oxide …which is black …. just like your rifle ……..hmmmmm, nice
jesus h christ do you think you’ve recommended enough knives at this stage?
@jack: Oh thanks. Drag me into this. I suppose you’d prefer to discuss flogging sticks or spears?
I’ll stick with my Recon Tanto – in all black.
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simple design, without all the fancy extras that get put into most other knives.
i like it.
I have spent thousands of $s on knives of different sizes and brands. The CS Kobun is still my favorite to use, carry and count on. Simple, functional, very light and inexpensive.
The Cold steel Outdoorsman stands out above everything I have ever used.
I also am a big fan of cold steel kobun. It keeps it edge during long periods of use. But also it has little finger protection when you give something the big oomf.