Poll: Do You Carry A Knife With Your Gun? - Page 5

PatP · September 30th, 2009, 11:37 PM

I always have a little folding pocketknife with me. It only has a 3" drop-point blade, but I've used it for everything from cutting to prying, to removing stubborn o-rings (I'm a plumber). I don't know if the little knurled knob on the spine makes it assisted opening, but it can be deployed in short order.

3" may not seem like much, but if need be , it can reach the kidneys/renal artery, carotid/jugular, or under the ribs to the diaphragm. Heck, the femoral artery is even reachable, but not my first choice of targets.

Plop · October 1st, 2009, 12:13 AM

Why not kill 2 birds with 1 stone? lol

ExSoldier · October 1st, 2009, 12:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by geod

You are allowed to use a force 1 grade higher than your attacker . I carry no Knife , no Mace,no pepper spray , no sticks and no stones JUST A GUN and ammo. I only have 1 grade to go up to!!!!

Caveat for folks not residing in Rhode Island: That may only be the case in that state. Your mileage may vary according to your state!

Thumper · October 1st, 2009, 12:18 AM

I've always got some kind of tactical knife even if I don't have a gun!

Jcabin · October 1st, 2009, 12:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bark'n

Yes. Right now it's a Benchmade Griptilian with modified sheepsfoot blade.

It's for utility purpose and not for a defensive tool. Yes, in a last ditch effort I would go to it for defense, but I would rather use almost anything else than a blade for defense if I can avoid it.

winner winner winner winner winner.

in all honesty unless you're trained by .gov to use a blade in the employment of taking lives or self defense you're probably better off picking up a pot pan or pipe.

luvmy40 · October 1st, 2009, 12:24 AM

I always carry a knife. I carry a pistol when ever legal. The knife is more a utility device most times but any port in a storm?
A knife is better than nothing.

rljohns · October 1st, 2009, 12:35 AM

My employer has just decided to crack down on weapons. Now almost everything you don't absolutely need is called a weapon. In order to carry a knife as part of your job security must write you a permit saying it is absolutely needed in your assigned job function. The cafeteria only has plastic knifes. Rumor has it they are even searching employees at some facilities here in Colorado. I luckily am at a facility owned by another company and I hope I come under their rules which allow up to 4" knives. But we probably have some rules of conduct when representing the company. I would only be in trouble if someone rats me out.

ExSoldier · October 1st, 2009, 12:47 AM

Some useful alternatives: Pocket Shark

IMPACT KERAMBIT - SHOMER-TEC

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unloved · October 1st, 2009, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jcabin

in all honesty unless you're trained by .gov to use a blade in the employment of taking lives or self defense you're probably better off picking up a pot pan or pipe.

I have to disagree. An untrained person with a knife is no worse off than an untrained person with a pot, pan, or pipe. Gov't training is certainly not necessary to learn to effectively employ a knife.

TN_Mike · October 1st, 2009, 02:56 AM

Always carry a knife in addition to the gun. The two go together like peas and carrots.

View Poll Results: Do you carry a tactical knife AND a gun together?
Yes, I usually carry both with me.	250	86.81%
No, just a gun for me, thanks	38	13.19%
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September 30th, 2009, 11:37 PM	#41
PatP Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Spotsylvania, VA Posts: 142	I always have a little folding pocketknife with me. It only has a 3" drop-point blade, but I've used it for everything from cutting to prying, to removing stubborn o-rings (I'm a plumber). I don't know if the little knurled knob on the spine makes it assisted opening, but it can be deployed in short order. 3" may not seem like much, but if need be , it can reach the kidneys/renal artery, carotid/jugular, or under the ribs to the diaphragm. Heck, the femoral artery is even reachable, but not my first choice of targets. Last edited by PatP; September 30th, 2009 at 11:49 PM.. Reason: added pics

October 1st, 2009, 12:18 AM	#44
Thumper VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Nevada Posts: 5,586	I've always got some kind of tactical knife even if I don't have a gun! __________________ USMC 1968-1971 ALWAYS carry! - NEVER tell! *"Don't go to stupid places, with stupid people, and do stupid things!"*

October 1st, 2009, 12:24 AM	#46
luvmy40 Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Youngstown, OH Posts: 348	I always carry a knife. I carry a pistol when ever legal. The knife is more a utility device most times but any port in a storm? A knife is better than nothing. __________________ TANSTAAFL The best things in life are not free. They are paid for with the blood of brave men and women! M&P Forum Ohioans For Concealed Carry Holsters

October 1st, 2009, 12:47 AM	#48
ExSoldier VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Coral Gables, FL Posts: 4,853	Some useful alternatives: Pocket Shark IMPACT KERAMBIT - SHOMER-TEC 1,900,000 Volt Rechargeable Stun Gun, Self-Defense & Security, Brand Not Specified at Sportsman's Guide __________________ Former Infantry Captain; 20 yrs as an NRA Certified Instructor; Avid practitioner of the martial art: KLIK-PAO.

October 1st, 2009, 12:35 AM	#47
rljohns Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 629	My employer has just decided to crack down on weapons. Now almost everything you don't absolutely need is called a weapon. In order to carry a knife as part of your job security must write you a permit saying it is absolutely needed in your assigned job function. The cafeteria only has plastic knifes. Rumor has it they are even searching employees at some facilities here in Colorado. I luckily am at a facility owned by another company and I hope I come under their rules which allow up to 4" knives. But we probably have some rules of conduct when representing the company. I would only be in trouble if someone rats me out.

October 1st, 2009, 02:56 AM	#50
TN_Mike VIP Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: West TN Posts: 7,720	Always carry a knife in addition to the gun. The two go together like peas and carrots. __________________ A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have. -Barry Goldwater 1968

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