EDC blade as compliment to my pistol

old grunt · July 5th, 2009, 04:41 PM

New to this particular forum(not DC itself)so if this has been addressed... my apologies. Looking for a small fixed blade knife for strong-side carry. Like something with about a 3" blade that can both stab and cut. Rust-resistant finish(preferably black)with good non-slip handle. Made-in-USA a must. Like the HAC concept and considering that also as a separate purchase. Want something as the knife-equivalent to my Glock 19 or 26(i.e. ..an EDC). Oh yeah, don't want to take a second mortage for it either

. Thanks guys..look forward to your ideas!

KenpoTex · July 5th, 2009, 06:37 PM

For something of "conventional" design, look at the Rat Cutlery RC-3 or something from TOPS. You might also take a look at the Ka-bar TDI

Gideon · July 5th, 2009, 10:25 PM

I have the RC-3 and it's kiss'en cousing the Ontario Rat-3. They are outstanding fixed blades. findingn the right sheath to fit you're mode of carry is a bit of a challenge.

I also have the TDI and like that. I think it's a good value and there are some very good aftermarket sheaths for it.

Either of these are good choices. Personally I've found carrying a fixed blade along with my CCW rig a bit difficult so I tend to carry a Benchmark folder. Any Benchmade with an Axis lock is great and super fast to open. I'd consider that along with a fixed blade.

United93 · July 5th, 2009, 10:29 PM

I think the Ka-Bar TDI, as suggested above, may be your best bet.

light · July 5th, 2009, 10:48 PM

I'd like to find a small knife (maybe about the size of the "Baghdad Box Cutter" by TOPS) w/ a well made sheath that holds the knife horizontally & securely on the belt.
Any ideas?

retsupt99 · July 5th, 2009, 11:02 PM

Mine is the top left in tan...they come in black and other colors, too...smooth or partly serrated, also.

KA-BAR Knives: KABAR TDI Law Enforcement Knife

2edgesword · July 6th, 2009, 01:35 AM

As far as a fixed blade that comes with a Kydex sheath and belt clip that offers a wide range of carry options check out the Blackhawk Kalista.

YouTube - BLACKHAWK! Kalista

unloved · July 6th, 2009, 10:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by light

I'd like to find a small knife (maybe about the size of the "Baghdad Box Cutter" by TOPS) w/ a well made sheath that holds the knife horizontally & securely on the belt.
Any ideas?

The Baghdad Box Cutter comes in a Kydex sheath with a rotating spring clip. If the clip isn't secure enough for you, you could drill a hole or two and use a Mini Tek-Lok.

old grunt · July 6th, 2009, 01:10 PM

THANKS GUYS!!! Like the Rat Cutlery blade. The Ka-Bar is an interestingdesign. Is it US-made or foreign. I like to buy American when I can.

old grunt · July 6th, 2009, 05:11 PM

Missed that kalista the first time around.....NICE knife also. Great sheath options too. Thanks!

July 5th, 2009, 04:41 PM	#1
old grunt Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Georgia Posts: 607	EDC blade as compliment to my pistol New to this particular forum(not DC itself)so if this has been addressed... my apologies. Looking for a small fixed blade knife for strong-side carry. Like something with about a 3" blade that can both stab and cut. Rust-resistant finish(preferably black)with good non-slip handle. Made-in-USA a must. Like the HAC concept and considering that also as a separate purchase. Want something as the knife-equivalent to my Glock 19 or 26(i.e. ..an EDC). Oh yeah, don't want to take a second mortage for it either. Thanks guys..look forward to your ideas! __________________ "We deal in lead friend">Steve McQueen The Magnificent Seven 82d Abn(1983-86)OIF 2007-08 Glock 19&26/ Colt Gov't & OM Retired NYS LEO / NRA Life Member Palin 2012......GO SARAH !! "no kidding,gun slinging,spurs hitting the floor"

July 5th, 2009, 06:37 PM	#2
KenpoTex VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: SW Missouri Posts: 2,140	For something of "conventional" design, look at the Rat Cutlery RC-3 or something from TOPS. You might also take a look at the Ka-bar TDI __________________ "Being a predator isn't always comfortable but the only other option is to be prey. That is not an acceptable option." ~Phil Messina If you carry in Condition 3, you have two empty chambers. One in the weapon...the other between your ears. Matt K.

July 5th, 2009, 11:02 PM	#6
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,750	Mine is the top left in tan...they come in black and other colors, too...smooth or partly serrated, also. KA-BAR Knives: KABAR TDI Law Enforcement Knife __________________ "That I cannot do." "Give this to, uh, Clemenza. I want reliable people, people who aren't going to be carried away. After all we're not murderers in spite of what this undertaker thinks." *********************************** NRA Life Member

July 6th, 2009, 01:10 PM	#9
old grunt Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Georgia Posts: 607	THANKS GUYS!!! Like the Rat Cutlery blade. The Ka-Bar is an interestingdesign. Is it US-made or foreign. I like to buy American when I can. __________________ "We deal in lead friend">Steve McQueen The Magnificent Seven 82d Abn(1983-86)OIF 2007-08 Glock 19&26/ Colt Gov't & OM Retired NYS LEO / NRA Life Member Palin 2012......GO SARAH !! "no kidding,gun slinging,spurs hitting the floor"

July 6th, 2009, 05:11 PM	#10
old grunt Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Georgia Posts: 607	Missed that kalista the first time around.....NICE knife also. Great sheath options too. Thanks! __________________ "We deal in lead friend">Steve McQueen The Magnificent Seven 82d Abn(1983-86)OIF 2007-08 Glock 19&26/ Colt Gov't & OM Retired NYS LEO / NRA Life Member Palin 2012......GO SARAH !! "no kidding,gun slinging,spurs hitting the floor"

July 5th, 2009, 10:25 PM	#3
Gideon Distinguished Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,209	I have the RC-3 and it's kiss'en cousing the Ontario Rat-3. They are outstanding fixed blades. findingn the right sheath to fit you're mode of carry is a bit of a challenge. I also have the TDI and like that. I think it's a good value and there are some very good aftermarket sheaths for it. Either of these are good choices. Personally I've found carrying a fixed blade along with my CCW rig a bit difficult so I tend to carry a Benchmark folder. Any Benchmade with an Axis lock is great and super fast to open. I'd consider that along with a fixed blade.

July 5th, 2009, 10:29 PM	#4
United93 Ex Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Maine Posts: 912	I think the Ka-Bar TDI, as suggested above, may be your best bet.

July 5th, 2009, 10:48 PM	#5
light Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: winston-salem, NC Posts: 93	I'd like to find a small knife (maybe about the size of the "Baghdad Box Cutter" by TOPS) w/ a well made sheath that holds the knife horizontally & securely on the belt. Any ideas?

July 6th, 2009, 01:35 AM	#7
2edgesword Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: New York Posts: 395	As far as a fixed blade that comes with a Kydex sheath and belt clip that offers a wide range of carry options check out the Blackhawk Kalista. YouTube - BLACKHAWK! Kalista

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