@italianbroker1 For the most part if you plan an stabbing something the tanto is a better design because of its shape. It causes the knife to have a sturdier point that penetrates better.
I'd rather have the short, have to many large knives. Great review. Also, you should be able to take a strap off or two. I did it with my CRKT M60 knife sheath.
I have owned on of these for 2 years. Its one of the best fixed blades I have ever had, and I take it anytime I go into the woods or go camping. If you are thinking about buying this you wont be disappointed.
I was going to buy the Ka-Bar large heavy bowie, but I decided to get this instead. Mainly because it was made in the U.S....the bowie has "made in Taiwan" stamped on it.
the plastic piece on the top, that you asked about, is to drop the knife down to your thy instead of on the belt. you would need the attachments though. hope that helps. good vid.
I didn't want the serrations, they usually get hung up, and if I ever need to use it in a self defense situation, It could get caught in the person, allowing them an opportunity to kill you. :)
when i got mine in august it wasnt sharp... the tip was great but the entire blade was not sharp at all, it did have an edge but nothing worthwhile... and the loop you said you didnt know what it was you run your belt through it so it can hang by your side
i bought this recently through a military surplus store... i tried the paper cutting test where you hold the paper with the thin edge facing the blade and trying to slice through it... it isnt all that sharp, unless i got one where they didnt sharpen it to much...
I own the Ka-Bar leather handled tanto. It has a shorter 7-inch blade and no serrations. Also the grind starts a bit higher on the blade, which I like.
@zarbar123456789 I got my leather Tanto on eBay. It's KA-BAR model 1264. You can also get it on Amazon. I stripped the black coating on mine. It looks like a war knife now. :)
i really really want a Ka-Bar fixed blade, but what one would you suggest for camping? because i like the looks of this one and the serrated would definitely come in handy.
A ka bar large heavy bowie. 9 inch blade, straight edge, but it weighs less than a pound somehow. it's avilable at impactguns for 60, but i think somewhere around 45 at yourcornerstore. i like impactguns more than yourcornerstore for some reason.
I believe the additional loop in the belt loop is a connector to add an extended strap so it hang on your thigh rather than your hip. I say that function on a CRKT fixed blade
snaps are there so faggots don't come behind ans take the knife off of you. Its like those gun fag bags, The clips can be easily take off, youll have the knife out in time.
its a good knife, but mine didn't come razor sharp. all my other ka bar knifes are razor sharp but tanto blade is not. tantos are mostly angled at 25 to 30 degrees
this knife is the only knife that I cant shave with.
i have a few good(like, 3) flip-out pocket knifes, some old rusty swiss armies, two butterflies(one's handle needs to be fixed) but my favorite is a a large fancy bowie knife with a 9 1/4" blade thats sharp as anything...and my grandma gave it to me for christmas
Ka-Bar makes very nice knives for combat usage. I own a Ka-Bar from Nam' and its perfect. The thing you have on the knife sheath is for your belt so it can be fitted tightly to your body.
On the belt, left or right will work fine for non-combat operations; cross-body or extending the arm backwards (same-side as wielding hand), you will waste time in a combat situation.
The locking mechanism on the sheath works wonders attached to a tactical vest (tie-downs needed) as you can unsnap & yank it out, blade up & in position VERY quickly.
I replaced this on my vest w/ a TDI serrated tanto KA-BAR; needed more room for pouches & I got in trouble for having a big knife in plain view.
Absolutely correct JoeD; if you are not jumping tho, and you aren't gonna be pulled across a radio, blue-force tracker, PLGR and other sundry items in the middle of a HMMWV when you're injured during a firefight or stuck in a burning vehicle... then just wrap the upper strap back thru the belt loop and snap it. This will keep just one snap in play; however, the buttcap & grip WILL snag on anything if you're highly active and do not have the upper snap around the grip! I hang mine on my belt.
How does this knife compare to the Cold Steel Recon Tanto knife in terms of performance? I'm planning to get either one of these. Both look very similar, aside from the serrations on the Ka-Bar. Which is better?
dont expect a high carbon knife to be the strongest unbreakable metal even this kabar with 1095 high carbon it isnt the strongest carbon blade but its super strong anyhow and i dont think this was made to be chopping wood up anyhow lol if your gonna use it for the right reason this knife would be more then effective even with a stainless steel blade. ps this blade can be ALOT sharper razor sharp if you resharpen it with some type of wetstone jap stones preffered it doesnt come as sharp
The dual straps are for Airborne or Seaborne Ops. The buckle atop of the sheath for the addition of a tactical extension so it can be worn on the thig.
I got this knife a month or so ago. Recently i sent it back to ka-bar because the edge angles were different and the false edge on the top was wavy. I asked them to replace it but when mr.mailman arrived at the facility no one was there so its sitting at the post office in olean. I really hope i get it replaced. Anyone else have this experiece? pm me if you do. Other than that, its a gorgeous, mean looking blade. I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of one.
knives like these can be deployed in a number of ways. i have several freinds who take various kabar (standard bowies not the tanto) knives out hunting and camping. they preform more than well under various conditions nature throws at them. so to that i say sweet knife man.
In short, You only got the knife cus you thought it looked cool... in your hands, it will never see action and if it does, (judging from you vast knowledge about this weapon) you'll probably end up hurting your self, not your oponent. Leave knives to the big boys
like yours will ever see action either. I suppose by "big boys" you mean 17? i can tell when you use words like "weapon" and "opponent" that you're probably one of those idiots that believe in the mythical "knife fight." don't get me wrong, it's better than nothing, but in a fight for you're life, it's worthless if the other guy picks up a shovel/broomhandle/rock/gun. it is simply a tool for cutting. it's only a weapon if you are looking for trouble. punk.
No, I mean soldiers (hooah) and mariens, an iraqi oponent, and to be blunt, it is a beautiful 'weapon' just like my m4 is a weapon. I say opponent becuse too many people get offended when you call the iraqis the enemy, so I went for generic. I also agree, against a gun, its nothing, but with body armor, and a kevlar the other three arn't that impressive.
And actually, I do wish that warfare was still close combat, when you had to be skilled to survive, not just luckey. When you killed, you were right there in their face, shareing their last moments, and it was an ugly thing. With the advent of fire arms, war became impersonal and much easier to rationalize. You can kill and never see their face. You don't see their pain and wonder if they had family who would mourn their passing. If warfare was still that personal, it would not be as commen.
yes because war with swords and obsedian wepons was not uncommon before firearms. seems to me our ancestors had no problem killing up close. if anything, the advent of firearms became a deterent to conflict. until you get those willing to abuse the powers vested in them to make war in the first place because they no nothing of war's true face.
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I'm also all for limiting the sale military grade tatical knives to those who actually have military id or are on a police force. There are plenty of other things that are regulated like NODs, high powered scopes, some high end armor, ect... why not knives. Plus, most of these style blades are legally classified as weapons and are illegal in a fair number of places around the country unless you are military or police anyway.
Sorry about the rant, sometimes things set me off and I just unload.
That thing you have no clue what its for and the "holes and slots" are for a drop leg rigging system.
The two snaps are because when you have a drop leg system, the tatical clip can acdentally disengage if you move just wrong so those snaps are there for safety.
Plus, that is no boot knife... a boot knife is one that would fit in your boot... DUH.
These other people are right. get your facts straight BEFORE you make a movie.
Oh and Sherman quit giving knife reviews!! They suck, you give a review with information. Not, whats is this for, why are there 2 snaps. What is this clip for. You don't have the knowledge to be doing knife reviews. Sorry buddy. You know it won't hurt to study a bit before you do a review. The at least you might sound like you have a f-ing clue about he blade ok.. Do research first then make a video review...
lol well this is the only video I've seen of these things, I didn't know anything about them, always thought they looked sweet though. I'm not really sure what quality u will get from CTD tho so be careful if u do buy from there.
Hey DICK FACE Try listen to what he says!! He paid 60 for it then he says also the mini k bar is 60. i got this one at a gun show. Fuckign retard!! Listen to the video and quit running your fat uneducated deaf mouth!!
in the uk ka bar knifes go for like $120, i love how you said you got yours for like $60, so much for the special relationship right, $60 asshole tax for being english.
It depends on your use of the knife. The Tanto is unique and looks specifically designed for combat (thrusting and slashing). The KA-BAR Army or standard knifes have broader uses like outdoors, survival and combat. I prefer the Tanto because it's very attractive functional combat knife and just looks different than the standard issue. Also, the Tanto comes with a nice hard sheath.
The thing on the back that you aren't sure about is for a drop-leg extension. So that the user may carry it on their leg attached to a tactical vest, thigh holster, or any other type of thigh rig. Personally I prefer to keep mine upside down on my tac vest. I prefer to save my thighs for a sidearm and dump pouch.
The dual straps might be there to make the knife and sheath jump capable for paratroopers.Just my guess why two straps might be necessary for some.Now,if KA-Bar redesigned the straps to be removable like with snap fasteners so those that dont need the straps can simply remove them.
and i think that clip looking thing you pointed out around 2:00 is for a MOLLE(or something) strap to be weaved through. and the two straps around the sheath is for reassurance for paratroopers.
I think that the thing that you didint know what it was is a thing so you can put it on your belt
Lovethecut37 1 week ago
That loop thing is so u can put it on a tac vest
glnbrook54 1 month ago
what made you choose the tanto blade over the other "bowie" design
italianbroker1 1 month ago
@italianbroker1
Nothing, I own both :)
sherman614 1 month ago
@italianbroker1 For the most part if you plan an stabbing something the tanto is a better design because of its shape. It causes the knife to have a sturdier point that penetrates better.
MyAwesomeness117 3 weeks ago
That plastic tab would be where you could fit it onto your web gear if you were wearing a tac vest.
thatusmmaguy 2 months ago
i think its for molle
futuremarine1211 3 months ago
How much do these cost?
RyanStarcraftProtoss 6 months ago
Dang it i really wish they had a straight edge version still. Btw get it on amazon. It's only $53 and free shipping
N1CKs99 6 months ago
2:01 i think if you have a tactical vest that's were you would put it,idk just saying.
altoids79762 7 months ago
The thing that you dnt know what it is, its a belt loop. Hook it through your belt.
shawny142 8 months ago
I want to stab a hog with mine
fappometer14 8 months ago
@fappometer14 where do you huny hogs at? I live in Fl good hunting here hogs anyway.
GTILOUD 7 months ago
@GTILOUD Im in nebraska, i wish i could
fappometer14 6 months ago
I'd rather have the short, have to many large knives. Great review. Also, you should be able to take a strap off or two. I did it with my CRKT M60 knife sheath.
somedirtyangel 8 months ago
@somedirtyangel the miniature is better for concealing ;)
shawny142 8 months ago
@shawny142 Oh for sure. Almost bought one of those little suckers, but their a bit pricey. Maybe soon.
somedirtyangel 7 months ago
@somedirtyangel not really. Its the same price as the Large one
shawny142 7 months ago
@shawny142 Well I can get them for around $40.00, might go with the tanto. Though, I really want a SEAL Pup or Elite first.
somedirtyangel 7 months ago
@somedirtyangel All of those are Amazing Knives. It's now up to you to choose.
shawny142 7 months ago
@shawny142 Right, with so many great knives out there for sure. Though, in the mean time I have my CRKT M60 and Cold Steel SRK. :)
somedirtyangel 7 months ago
I have owned on of these for 2 years. Its one of the best fixed blades I have ever had, and I take it anytime I go into the woods or go camping. If you are thinking about buying this you wont be disappointed.
htown13157 8 months ago
I don't know whether to get the long on or the short one... they both look so nice!
malthus101 9 months ago
I was going to buy the Ka-Bar large heavy bowie, but I decided to get this instead. Mainly because it was made in the U.S....the bowie has "made in Taiwan" stamped on it.
randir14 9 months ago
wow, 3.5 years later and they still sell for 60.00 usd!! Great value fighter!
tecnolover2642 9 months ago
nice review, im gonna make a tanto style knife of my own.
varun009 10 months ago
great review. blade is 8" and i bought mine new for 50 bucks. keep up the good work
and also the short tanto is $40 from the same place. and its 5 1/4" blade.
Toffykins 10 months ago
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Toffykins 10 months ago
i noticed you had a cut on your thumb what is that from 0.o?
fredfan2345 1 year ago
@fredfan2345
Lol, yeah... i had cut my thumb on my Kershaw Leek X]
sherman614 1 year ago
@sherman614 Funny, I cut the hell out of my index finger on a Leek once. They are crazy sharp.
fidgetingfinch 11 months ago
@sherman614 Thats a damn good knife.
DwnNvr 4 months ago
the plastic piece on the top, that you asked about, is to drop the knife down to your thy instead of on the belt. you would need the attachments though. hope that helps. good vid.
wookerton 1 year ago
I love your reviews dude. Even on crap knives. Informative, accurate, not verbose, good voice. FWIW....
angryjapanesenigga 1 year ago
How the hell do want to strap that to your boot
qHighFlyerp 1 year ago
the extra straps are to make it jump proof now you know
texasPITBULL54 1 year ago
Great Knife... i got one, Its purely designed for killing...but the edge seams to rust easily...
merc666ify 1 year ago
@merc666ify
Yes, it is. And yeah you have to keep some oil on it to fix that
sherman614 1 year ago
I think that that thing that you don't know what it is is a thingy for your belt...
ussernameunavailable 1 year ago
Great review! My older brother has this knife, and I have a Cold Steel Recon Tanto :D
In my opinion, I think that the Ka-Bar 1245 (Your type) is the coolest knife in the world! :D
Eric36h 1 year ago
I really prefer the ka-bar short utility it works the best for me, great review rock on man
monkeyat12 1 year ago
I got the 2050 model.
I didn't want the serrations, they usually get hung up, and if I ever need to use it in a self defense situation, It could get caught in the person, allowing them an opportunity to kill you. :)
DopeyBovineMan 1 year ago
@DopeyBovineMan if your stabbing it that far into them, their probably dead.
StormOfTheFlock 1 year ago
when i got mine in august it wasnt sharp... the tip was great but the entire blade was not sharp at all, it did have an edge but nothing worthwhile... and the loop you said you didnt know what it was you run your belt through it so it can hang by your side
BIILYBOB999 1 year ago
just got mine today.great knife,razor sharp and kydex sheath is great.
zatoichi12345 1 year ago
i bought this recently through a military surplus store... i tried the paper cutting test where you hold the paper with the thin edge facing the blade and trying to slice through it... it isnt all that sharp, unless i got one where they didnt sharpen it to much...
BIILYBOB999 1 year ago
I own the Ka-Bar leather handled tanto. It has a shorter 7-inch blade and no serrations. Also the grind starts a bit higher on the blade, which I like.
whitethronebooks 1 year ago
@whitethronebooks I've been looking for a Ka-Bar excactly like that, where did you buy it?
zarbar123456789 1 year ago
@zarbar123456789 I got my leather Tanto on eBay. It's KA-BAR model 1264. You can also get it on Amazon. I stripped the black coating on mine. It looks like a war knife now. :)
whitethronebooks 1 year ago
the two snaps are there so that it could be air dive certified
HPIracing111 1 year ago
You can buy the knife online for less than $15. I am not sure of the quality.
ImmortalAcorn 1 year ago
@ImmortalAcorn Noo... you cant buy a kabar for $15 online. Those are called knock-offs.
grossed83 1 year ago
@grossed83 It's a knife that cuts, so I don't really care. :D
ImmortalAcorn 1 year ago
i really really want a Ka-Bar fixed blade, but what one would you suggest for camping? because i like the looks of this one and the serrated would definitely come in handy.
Maht25 1 year ago
@Maht25
A ka bar large heavy bowie. 9 inch blade, straight edge, but it weighs less than a pound somehow. it's avilable at impactguns for 60, but i think somewhere around 45 at yourcornerstore. i like impactguns more than yourcornerstore for some reason.
DIYOutdoorsmen 1 year ago
@Maht25
it also comes in a 7 inch version if you want it smaller, ka bar's serial number for it is 1276.
9 inch version is 1277.
DIYOutdoorsmen 1 year ago
@DIYOutdoorsmen well, i just ordered a Cold Steel Recon Tanto.
Maht25 1 year ago
is this knife good for survival as well as combat?
FlamingFury5 1 year ago
Great review! Thanks!
jimmyggh1 1 year ago
raper
noaboa75 1 year ago
I believe the additional loop in the belt loop is a connector to add an extended strap so it hang on your thigh rather than your hip. I say that function on a CRKT fixed blade
griggzy68 1 year ago
snaps are there so faggots don't come behind ans take the knife off of you. Its like those gun fag bags, The clips can be easily take off, youll have the knife out in time.
Spartan9567 1 year ago
@Spartan9567 ur wrong, the snaps are there so that KA-BAR could have it approved for air deployment
HPIracing111 1 year ago
@HPIracing111 ok, lol, you learn something new every day
Spartan9567 1 year ago
Its an 8" blade, the traditional KA BAR fighting blade is only a 7" blade. I want one without the serrations.
andrewMcCollaum 1 year ago
Thanks for the great review, i am planning on getting one...Eli
elira67 1 year ago
u suck
BRAVITS 1 year ago
i like this tanto blade better than cs one as it has a much better guard.
RedJellyable 1 year ago
Im stuck between the Ka-bar tanto and the Recon tanto (both are looking good)
I want a robust, high quality survival/combat knife that last long.
which one do you recommend?
(recon tanto or ka-bar tanto?)
(feel free to reply, anyone)
cxkh 1 year ago
@cxkh they are both good knifes but cs tanto is more expensive but thicker blade.
RedJellyable 1 year ago
@cxkh KABAR tanto short , i got one and it is awesome, razor sharp and the blade has awesome edge retention.
Spartan9567 1 year ago
do knives fall out of kydex sheaths more easily, the more you use the sheath?
Taheelur123 1 year ago
does it come with no serrations too?
jujitsu88 1 year ago
harnesses, braces...:)
r2stik 1 year ago
Is that 20cm?
TheCROSSFIRE09 1 year ago
Those holes and that is to attach the knife to special pants or jackets or anyother so are the one at the top :P
TheCROSSFIRE09 1 year ago
Its 1995 High carbon steel. 20cm blade
TheCROSSFIRE09 1 year ago
this isnt used in the miltary
VTxHOKIESxFAN 2 years ago
@VTxHOKIESxFAN This knife is strong and good quality its often used as a small backup weapon for the U.S Marines and sometimes in the military
TheCROSSFIRE09 1 year ago
@TheCROSSFIRE09 no, thats the USMC KA-BAR.
radioguy55 1 year ago
is the tanto blade longer than the clip shape? it looks like it.
kk thanks
bunmann 2 years ago
It is an inch longer.
ChrisRiley93 1 year ago
Tawn-toe
a7xjakexXx 2 years ago
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TheAaronGreen 2 years ago
try the video response with the knife lol
samstterhamstteer 2 years ago
and the price
chasetheknifeman 2 years ago
its a good knife, but mine didn't come razor sharp. all my other ka bar knifes are razor sharp but tanto blade is not. tantos are mostly angled at 25 to 30 degrees
this knife is the only knife that I cant shave with.
shawnsent 2 years ago
it has the two snaps because they wanted it jump certified
amac09100 2 years ago
thanks for uploading this:)
But i am still thinking about the 1220, i can't choose:/. can someone please help me out?
this is comboedged, that's cooler, but what will be a better fighting knife?
Thanks in advance:)
mitch3005 2 years ago
nice review ,, I am ordering one .
geargrinderr 2 years ago
Nice review, i have one like yours, mine is the small version with the plain edge.
DeadRisingFan408 2 years ago
"i lob this knife its a great knife"
JMODK 2 years ago 4
i have a bayonnette from world war 1 . i love it a lot
skaterpunk246 2 years ago 2
a friend of mine has one to or it was an m1 garand bayonet we are mexicans i still dont know how the fuck such an american relic got here
nightshade288 2 years ago
i have A K-bar tanto ---Yes,its great --
I also have cold steel recon scout-- Also awesome,you should give it a chance !!
tdawgee 2 years ago
i have a few good(like, 3) flip-out pocket knifes, some old rusty swiss armies, two butterflies(one's handle needs to be fixed) but my favorite is a a large fancy bowie knife with a 9 1/4" blade thats sharp as anything...and my grandma gave it to me for christmas
yoyoguy100 2 years ago
Ive had a kabar for over ten years, used it as a roofing knife, the blade is a little dull in places but the tip is still sharp as hell.
ROOKnine 2 years ago
Ka-Bar makes very nice knives for combat usage. I own a Ka-Bar from Nam' and its perfect. The thing you have on the knife sheath is for your belt so it can be fitted tightly to your body.
BobSwagger65 2 years ago
very nice, I'll have to add one of these to my collection. 5/5
Denomolise 2 years ago
hte thing on the back of the sheath is for you to put it on your belt
GLicher1459 2 years ago
Thanks for that buying this one today ,two actually 1 for display one for use ....it'll fit nicely in my jacket XD
Crespwnian 2 years ago
Tah-n-tow
pronounce it like that
XourRat 2 years ago
the sheath im getting is glass filled nylon
superassassin47 2 years ago
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superassassin47 2 years ago
Uhh... it's a belt loop...
about37ninjas 2 years ago
thx for the reveiw it really helped.
but one thing, i think ka-bar is pronounced like "kubar" not "kaybar"
how long is that blade?
STBeanz 2 years ago
no its pronounced kaybar.
TheAaronGreen 2 years ago
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you suck! get your facts staright before you post shit asshole
xlspantoslx 2 years ago
Stop typing before you hit "enter" dick head. If you don't like it don't watch it. Why don't YOU make knife reviews if your so great :]
sherman614 2 years ago 18
look on ebay same one brand new going for about 44$ they have a shit load of them
StAgMaStA1 2 years ago
Nice review, keep em coming.
5/5
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Metal425 2 years ago
Can someone tell me how thick this blade is?
knifeofwar 2 years ago
On the belt, left or right will work fine for non-combat operations; cross-body or extending the arm backwards (same-side as wielding hand), you will waste time in a combat situation.
The locking mechanism on the sheath works wonders attached to a tactical vest (tie-downs needed) as you can unsnap & yank it out, blade up & in position VERY quickly.
I replaced this on my vest w/ a TDI serrated tanto KA-BAR; needed more room for pouches & I got in trouble for having a big knife in plain view.
Ruggernator 2 years ago
that's badass, i want one. my folding knife is dull and now a crude shank...
2facedninja 2 years ago
buy it new from Amazon for 50 box. Great knife
aghrabesiah 2 years ago
0:39 i know its immature but thats what she said!
bigredonedday 2 years ago
The snaps are there to secure the knife during parachute jumps.
JoeDurobot 2 years ago
Absolutely correct JoeD; if you are not jumping tho, and you aren't gonna be pulled across a radio, blue-force tracker, PLGR and other sundry items in the middle of a HMMWV when you're injured during a firefight or stuck in a burning vehicle... then just wrap the upper strap back thru the belt loop and snap it. This will keep just one snap in play; however, the buttcap & grip WILL snag on anything if you're highly active and do not have the upper snap around the grip! I hang mine on my belt.
Ruggernator 2 years ago
nice knife! looks like buddy messed up his thumb on his knife collection though heh
ballinvsxx 2 years ago
that is a great knife i just got mine i love it :D
XxMarines42xX 2 years ago
can it be worn upside down?
knifeofwar 2 years ago
How does this knife compare to the Cold Steel Recon Tanto knife in terms of performance? I'm planning to get either one of these. Both look very similar, aside from the serrations on the Ka-Bar. Which is better?
Zaidini 2 years ago
well in my life as a soldier (1 year ) the k bar that i use is really good i dont know about that knife i will chek it out and tell you
sargentjosue 2 years ago
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Brianwomac 2 years ago
8 inch blade
and buddy its not for survival its a tanto blade wich is purely w weapon design
think about it
ToxSikk 2 years ago 2
dont expect a high carbon knife to be the strongest unbreakable metal even this kabar with 1095 high carbon it isnt the strongest carbon blade but its super strong anyhow and i dont think this was made to be chopping wood up anyhow lol if your gonna use it for the right reason this knife would be more then effective even with a stainless steel blade. ps this blade can be ALOT sharper razor sharp if you resharpen it with some type of wetstone jap stones preffered it doesnt come as sharp
samstterhamstteer 2 years ago
the snaps are completely nessesary. The sheath is NEVER enough. tisk tisk.
Benny1581 2 years ago
The dual straps are for Airborne or Seaborne Ops. The buckle atop of the sheath for the addition of a tactical extension so it can be worn on the thig.
af22raptor23503 2 years ago
damn i was gona tell him that lol yea it can be worn ont the thigh
PunkRocK155 2 years ago
I got this knife a month or so ago. Recently i sent it back to ka-bar because the edge angles were different and the false edge on the top was wavy. I asked them to replace it but when mr.mailman arrived at the facility no one was there so its sitting at the post office in olean. I really hope i get it replaced. Anyone else have this experiece? pm me if you do. Other than that, its a gorgeous, mean looking blade. I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of one.
heiheit 2 years ago
I can't help to wonder what the designer thought when they decided to remove most of the spine.
What's the point of having a tanto point if you're going to grind it almost like a dagger
VicariousReality7 2 years ago
leather casing causes rust because it retains moisture....stay with the sheath it comes with ;)
UDflyer04 2 years ago
Sweet! I want one of these to ..I for one like tantos :)
flyby321 2 years ago
i hate that kind of point
but its still sexy
id rather get one with a leather case thing
looks more outlawish and original
kingdejaeger 2 years ago
Can you tell me how much it is?
Allenamendoenhetniet 2 years ago
knives like these can be deployed in a number of ways. i have several freinds who take various kabar (standard bowies not the tanto) knives out hunting and camping. they preform more than well under various conditions nature throws at them. so to that i say sweet knife man.
Kopis1911 2 years ago
they are right though. you shouldn't call it a "review" and ask questions. makes you look dumb.
GrizzlyBears552 3 years ago
In short, You only got the knife cus you thought it looked cool... in your hands, it will never see action and if it does, (judging from you vast knowledge about this weapon) you'll probably end up hurting your self, not your oponent. Leave knives to the big boys
queegonaol 3 years ago
like yours will ever see action either. I suppose by "big boys" you mean 17? i can tell when you use words like "weapon" and "opponent" that you're probably one of those idiots that believe in the mythical "knife fight." don't get me wrong, it's better than nothing, but in a fight for you're life, it's worthless if the other guy picks up a shovel/broomhandle/rock/gun. it is simply a tool for cutting. it's only a weapon if you are looking for trouble. punk.
GrizzlyBears552 3 years ago
No, I mean soldiers (hooah) and mariens, an iraqi oponent, and to be blunt, it is a beautiful 'weapon' just like my m4 is a weapon. I say opponent becuse too many people get offended when you call the iraqis the enemy, so I went for generic. I also agree, against a gun, its nothing, but with body armor, and a kevlar the other three arn't that impressive.
queegonaol 3 years ago
And actually, I do wish that warfare was still close combat, when you had to be skilled to survive, not just luckey. When you killed, you were right there in their face, shareing their last moments, and it was an ugly thing. With the advent of fire arms, war became impersonal and much easier to rationalize. You can kill and never see their face. You don't see their pain and wonder if they had family who would mourn their passing. If warfare was still that personal, it would not be as commen.
queegonaol 3 years ago
yes because war with swords and obsedian wepons was not uncommon before firearms. seems to me our ancestors had no problem killing up close. if anything, the advent of firearms became a deterent to conflict. until you get those willing to abuse the powers vested in them to make war in the first place because they no nothing of war's true face.
Kopis1911 2 years ago
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I'm also all for limiting the sale military grade tatical knives to those who actually have military id or are on a police force. There are plenty of other things that are regulated like NODs, high powered scopes, some high end armor, ect... why not knives. Plus, most of these style blades are legally classified as weapons and are illegal in a fair number of places around the country unless you are military or police anyway.
Sorry about the rant, sometimes things set me off and I just unload.
queegonaol 3 years ago
Oh, and P.S. your right. A knife fight ususal only lasts a couple seconds before one or the other is dead... hopefully its them, not you.
queegonaol 3 years ago
Butt Cap...? ITS CALLED A POMMEL!
That thing you have no clue what its for and the "holes and slots" are for a drop leg rigging system.
The two snaps are because when you have a drop leg system, the tatical clip can acdentally disengage if you move just wrong so those snaps are there for safety.
Plus, that is no boot knife... a boot knife is one that would fit in your boot... DUH.
These other people are right. get your facts straight BEFORE you make a movie.
queegonaol 3 years ago
Oh and Sherman quit giving knife reviews!! They suck, you give a review with information. Not, whats is this for, why are there 2 snaps. What is this clip for. You don't have the knowledge to be doing knife reviews. Sorry buddy. You know it won't hurt to study a bit before you do a review. The at least you might sound like you have a f-ing clue about he blade ok.. Do research first then make a video review...
punch0569 3 years ago
The knife is great, I own one :). But the kydex sheath is made in asia and the inside of the snap button makes scratches on the blade :(
89alreadytaken89 3 years ago
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Where did u get it from?
Fuck every one reviews it with out telling where its from fucking loser
DregoVastuvean 3 years ago
I know CheaperthandirtDOTcom sells Ka Bar knives, idk about this model tho
fenderguitarist05 3 years ago
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Dang thanks man but fuck sherman
hes a fag and sounds like one
DregoVastuvean 3 years ago
lol well this is the only video I've seen of these things, I didn't know anything about them, always thought they looked sweet though. I'm not really sure what quality u will get from CTD tho so be careful if u do buy from there.
fenderguitarist05 3 years ago
I just bought one today at manventureoutpostDOTcom. This model is only $52 and change plus shipping
soldier0931 2 years ago
Try listening dude he said he bought it at a gun show....Wanker..
punch0569 3 years ago
Did he say what gun show?
No fuck tard so stfu u homo
DregoVastuvean 3 years ago
Hey DICK FACE Try listen to what he says!! He paid 60 for it then he says also the mini k bar is 60. i got this one at a gun show. Fuckign retard!! Listen to the video and quit running your fat uneducated deaf mouth!!
punch0569 3 years ago 5
Where can you get it?
DregoVastuvean 3 years ago
imagine getting your balls stabbed with that?
despise98 3 years ago
WTF!? LOL
bartman1775 2 years ago
in the uk ka bar knifes go for like $120, i love how you said you got yours for like $60, so much for the special relationship right, $60 asshole tax for being english.
manofconstantsorrow1 3 years ago
would you rather me get a ka bar army knife...or a tanto?
i have mony for wither one so it depends on you...
youseemreallybored 3 years ago
It depends on your use of the knife. The Tanto is unique and looks specifically designed for combat (thrusting and slashing). The KA-BAR Army or standard knifes have broader uses like outdoors, survival and combat. I prefer the Tanto because it's very attractive functional combat knife and just looks different than the standard issue. Also, the Tanto comes with a nice hard sheath.
orion49 3 years ago
actually their both about the same effective in everything, but the tanto looks cooler. However, I prefer the USMC Kabar because of its history.
AkiraFollower 3 years ago
the little peace of plaskic it for sidewayes carry on your belt
358mrl 3 years ago
The thing on the back that you aren't sure about is for a drop-leg extension. So that the user may carry it on their leg attached to a tactical vest, thigh holster, or any other type of thigh rig. Personally I prefer to keep mine upside down on my tac vest. I prefer to save my thighs for a sidearm and dump pouch.
brittbezdek 3 years ago
Hey, Just wanted to let you know why it has two snaps, It is so that the knife can be carried upside down on a MOLLE Chest rig.
jokermann77 3 years ago
oh also..I believe it helps for "airborne" troops so that it will not fall out on a jump
jokermann77 3 years ago
Great review! I just got one and love it. The "a" in tanto is pronounced like "ah" though, so it is more like tahn-toe.
nihonknives 3 years ago
Thank you =]
Yeah there great knives.
And I've heard it pronounced both ways, to me it doesn't matter if it's right or wrong, i think it's just however you want to say it.
sherman614 3 years ago
is this knife full tang?
great video
bobman123456bobby 3 years ago
the tang extends down to the pommel but isn't exposed around the handle. so it has a full lenghth tang but not full tang
jooishjoo 3 years ago
iv got the srk coldsteel its looks a little similar but its also a very good knife nice knife :)
spikesak 3 years ago
The dual straps might be there to make the knife and sheath jump capable for paratroopers.Just my guess why two straps might be necessary for some.Now,if KA-Bar redesigned the straps to be removable like with snap fasteners so those that dont need the straps can simply remove them.
ktaguchi 3 years ago
beautiful work by Ka-Bar. love the Tanto blade. one of my favorites.
imsorryfortomorrow 3 years ago
Do you think that this would be a good survival knife?
Sk8brdr323 3 years ago
Which one would be more preferable when it comes to stabbing power and penetration? The normal blade or tanto blade?
Phamster92 3 years ago
The tanto blade. It is specifically designed for puncturing. Round blades, although can be used for puncturing, are used for slashing.
whitt088 3 years ago
just use ur tanto 7 cut the top snap
that's just what i'd do
fsgtad 3 years ago
which would you say would be the better knife?
The Ka Bar serrated tanto, Ka bar non serated tanto , or the Cold Steel tanto?
guitarheromaster33 3 years ago
for what?
iunnox666 3 years ago
for utlility purposes, would it be better to get the shorter one instead of the bigger one? the big one seems kinda long for everyday use.
phuphroo 3 years ago
awsome knife dude,
I'd get this over cold steel's.
and that was a really good review video.
and i think that clip looking thing you pointed out around 2:00 is for a MOLLE(or something) strap to be weaved through. and the two straps around the sheath is for reassurance for paratroopers.
BassCruis8der 3 years ago