That's very true. Same as guns.
It's all down to muscle memory.
That's very true. Same as guns.
That’s the answer. One doesn’t actually need a large knife but would rather have it.
Well, I don't actually need anything besides a knapped flint or shard of broken glass. I can even make do with a coin rubbed on concrete.MichaelScott wrote: ↑Wed Nov 14, 2018 11:07 amThat’s the answer. One doesn’t actually need a large knife but would rather have it.
Tried IWB?BigBadSheWolf wrote: ↑Wed Nov 14, 2018 12:14 pmWhether I need a larger knife or not is largely irrelevant. Women's jeans pockets are simply too shallow for any folding knive that carries deeper than about 10 centimeters (4 inches ?)...
That's entirely fair.MichaelScott wrote: ↑Wed Nov 14, 2018 12:04 pmI chose it as one of the defining characteristics of a knife.
Of course, as responses trickle in, some may read the conversation before contributing and some may not. The title seems to include a larger population, and some may chime in by saying they use larger blades for exactly the use cases that were excluded in your post...speaking of those who carry a knife in order to cut the occasional thing during the day (not kitchen duties), how many of us really need a “larger” knife, anything over 3”? I am also excepting those whose job requires frequent cutting of heavier or tougher materials. I’m focused on most of us who don’t spend considerable time in the woods or on a fishing boat but in the office, at home, etc.
Yes. I experimented a bit. It turned out to be very uncomfortable when combined with any of my more or less "regular fit" (i.e. not loose fitting) pairs of jeans.Vivi wrote: ↑Wed Nov 14, 2018 12:54 pmTried IWB?BigBadSheWolf wrote: ↑Wed Nov 14, 2018 12:14 pmWhether I need a larger knife or not is largely irrelevant. Women's jeans pockets are simply too shallow for any folding knive that carries deeper than about 10 centimeters (4 inches ?)...
I could never carry 5 knives. My EDC when I’m onCrux wrote: ↑Tue Nov 13, 2018 11:56 pmAnd the man with 100 Spydercos doesn't. I carry a minimum of five knives and while I carry on in my day I have at least three out doing something with. It's such a habit that after 3 beers I have to wear cut proof gloves. Some are thrown, some are subjected to brutal torture and some are treated like newborn babies.
10 years ago I coined the phrase that I have more sharp blades than I could find things to cut.
Maybe I can do a TV show where I use my knives to totally dismantle a warehouse or large building. The downside would obviously havick to my beloved knives. For that I would forever weep.
Just reading this made my day nicely. I'm not laughing at you, just seeing myself in your situation. I particularly enjoy what you say about the ZT knife "balancing the load". Those things are noticeably heavy.Crux wrote: ↑Wed Nov 14, 2018 9:45 pmI always carry my SA XDS 3.3 (9mm, Crimson Trace, custom trigger) as well. If I have to fly, I change all my clothes just make sure there isn't a Spyderco Bug hidden somewhere. My pants have 11 pockets as does my vest. I lost my Costco card 3 minutes after I renewed it and made a fool of myself as I searched my pockets to find it at the cashier. I actually carry a ZT knife that is heavier than I like but it balances the load. I know, it makes no sense, but after 50 years of being a knife guy I hate to leave any of them at home.
What model is the second from the left? I've been seeing photos of it around the forums and haven't yet managed to catch its name.
Haha this is my dilemma exactly when deciding how to carry my knives. Pants pocket? Jabs into my leg and tends to twist sideways and make a weird lump. IWB? Comfortable, but do I really want to be reaching into my pants in public? Sock? Awkward to get at sometimes. Jacket pocket? I don't have my jacket on all the time and also the pockets on my current one don't zip closed.BigBadSheWolf wrote: ↑Wed Nov 14, 2018 2:16 pmYes. I experimented a bit. It turned out to be very uncomfortable when combined with any of my more or less "regular fit" (i.e. not loose fitting) pairs of jeans.Vivi wrote: ↑Wed Nov 14, 2018 12:54 pmTried IWB?BigBadSheWolf wrote: ↑Wed Nov 14, 2018 12:14 pmWhether I need a larger knife or not is largely irrelevant. Women's jeans pockets are simply too shallow for any folding knive that carries deeper than about 10 centimeters (4 inches ?)...
Furthermore, I use my folding knives for EDC purposes. I guess "some" people would frown a bit if I would grab inside my waistband a few or more times a day...
5" tanto Gunsite. While tantos aren't my favorite blade shape, the overall package is pretty amazing. 5" blade, backlock, and weighs the same as my Manix XL despite having a lot more cutting edge (A little over 5oz). I really want a Spyderco with similar dimensions & weight, but with an opening hole, Sal's ergonomic style and a more traditional blade shape.embry386 wrote: ↑Thu Nov 15, 2018 8:43 amWhat model is the second from the left? I've been seeing photos of it around the forums and haven't yet managed to catch its name.
Haha this is my dilemma exactly when deciding how to carry my knives. Pants pocket? Jabs into my leg and tends to twist sideways and make a weird lump. IWB? Comfortable, but do I really want to be reaching into my pants in public? Sock? Awkward to get at sometimes. Jacket pocket? I don't have my jacket on all the time and also the pockets on my current one don't zip closed.BigBadSheWolf wrote: ↑Wed Nov 14, 2018 2:16 pmYes. I experimented a bit. It turned out to be very uncomfortable when combined with any of my more or less "regular fit" (i.e. not loose fitting) pairs of jeans.Vivi wrote: ↑Wed Nov 14, 2018 12:54 pmTried IWB?BigBadSheWolf wrote: ↑Wed Nov 14, 2018 12:14 pmWhether I need a larger knife or not is largely irrelevant. Women's jeans pockets are simply too shallow for any folding knive that carries deeper than about 10 centimeters (4 inches ?)...
Furthermore, I use my folding knives for EDC purposes. I guess "some" people would frown a bit if I would grab inside my waistband a few or more times a day...