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Zero Tolerance 0360.SKD Knife

Monday, June 7th, 2010

SKD Tactical has just released their first knife collaboration and it’s with Zero Tolerance. Based on the popular 0350, the SKD variant culminates 18 months of effort. One change is that the 0360’s blade is a full 30% lighter than the 0350’s blade even though they both have the same thickness. Combined with the ZT SpeedSafeÂ® system, the lighter blade snaps open all the faster. The S30V stainless steel blade with Tungsten DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) is coated in a non-reflective self-lubricating corrosion resistant finish. This is paired with a textured, matte-black G-10 grip featuring quad mounting system for tip-up, tip-down, left- or right-handed clip carry. Probably the most interesting feature on the 0360.SKD is that a small carbide tip has been added to the butt of the handle for emergency glass-breaking use. While it is a collectible knife featuring a three digit serial number, the price point and features beg for it to be an Every Day Carry option.

www.skdtac.com

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Blade Show 2010

Saturday, June 5th, 2010

BLADE Show has become an International event, which is of National importance to the Knife industry; many new Knife designs & ideas are launched during this event, new Knife Companies make their debut here, and Knife Designer’s & Manufacturers often meet to discuss future Collaborations. Blade Show, held annually at the Cobb Galleria in Atlanta GA – draws knife lover’s & Collector’s, End User’s, Designer’s, Manufacturer’s & Dealer’s – whether it’s a fighting knife, a culinary knife or a pocket knife & nearly anything Knife – the Blade Show is sure to have it or have it represented – it is open to the Public, and if you have never attended, but are a Knife Guru or want to be a Knife Guru – then this is definitely one event you want to put on your calendar for next year…

This year for the first time, Soldier Systems Daily has representation on site – and hopes to bring you answers to some of these questions…

Is there really any difference between Knives made Offshore, and right here in the good ole USA?

How are the Knife collection associations & organizations fairing? Has the interest to collect knives diminished?

Custom Knife or Production Knife? Is there really a difference?

What’s the latest gossip – why did Mike Janich leave ‘MOD’ Master’s Of Defense, and how does MOD’s future look, Now that ATK bought Blackhawk? What’s new over at Spyderco?

This and much more will be brought to you during this weekend event – BLADE SHOW, 2010 – Stay tuned & stay Sharp…

www.blademag.com/bladeshow

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Stuff We Missed This Week

Saturday, May 29th, 2010

Like every week, this one was busy. Here are the things we didn’t get to discuss.

Navy uniform guide for iPhone
Botched Police Raids
The $4000 Polo Shirt
Sneaky Bags at SGC USA
UCP TRU-SPEC Combat Shirt only $39.99 at US CAV
The Sayoc Store

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New Knives from SOG

Sunday, May 23rd, 2010

SOG Specialty Knives and Tools has introduced several new knives but here are my two favorites from a utilitarian standpoint.

Swedge II
In conjunction with Brent Beshara, a Canadian special ops military instructor, martial artist, and custom knife maker, SOG has created the Swedge, featuring a new blade geometry that makes the tips of knives stronger and less prone to breaking. There are three different shapes in the Swedge series. Shown is the Swedge II. All knives within the Swedge line, which are available in 8.3â€, 9.2â€ and 10.1â€ lengths, feature a full tang, G10 handles and a Kydex sheath offering a variety of mounting options.

SOGfari Machete
The first ever SOG machete has paid careful attention to the weight and comfortable handles for extended use. They have added a saw to the back of the blade and a spiked tang from the back of the handle for pounding and scraping as well as holes in the handle for lanyards. Available in 13â€ and 18â€ lengths. The price point is so good on this one that I plan on picking one up just to replace my old GI machete.

www.sogknives.com

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Switch – Modular Utility Device

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

Yes it’s been done before, but I am digging this new knife from Quirky. A “modular utility device”, the Switch features 18 different attachments that you can configure to your heart’s desire. Swapping out accessories is as simple as choosing an inner axle of desired width, configuring the mix of tools, and then everything is tightened into place with the edge of a coin.

Each Switch set comes with two exterior body covers; two slotted caps to hold the tool together; three interior axle assemblies; small (2-6 tools), medium (4-10 tools), and large (7-13 tools); and 18 tool attachments: Standard Knife, Pliers, Scissors, Nail File, Tweezers, Thin Flathead Screwdriver, Phillips-Head Screwdriver, Eyeglass Phillips-Head Screwdriver, Eyeglass Flathead Screwdriver, Wood Saw, Serrated Blade, Corkscrew, Combination Bottle Opener/Flathead Screwdriver, Combination Can Opener/Wire Stripper, Pen, Magnifying Glass, LED Flashlight, 1GB USB Memory Stick.

There is a lot of potential here. Let’s hope that they continue to develop the concept.

To pre-order visit www.quirky.com. Supplies are limited.

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1911 Knife from Ultimate Equipment

Friday, April 16th, 2010

Ultimate Equipment has introduced a new hand-made folder inspired by the 1911 pistol. What makes the knife so unique is that it is manufactured with standard 1911 pistol bushings, grip screws, and grip panels which means it accepts the same grips as the pistol. Offered with a lifetime warranty, it is available in blackened 440C blades, satin polished 440C blades, and CPM S30V blades.

“Finally, there is a companion to the legendary firearm.”

www.ultimate-equipment.com

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ExiTool from CRKT

Thursday, March 11th, 2010

The ingenious ExiTool from CRKT includes a seat belt cutter, a tungsten carbide window breaker, and a bright L.E.D. flashlight in a package that attaches directly to a vehicle’s seat belt. Designed by knifemaker Russ Kommer, the blade is inset so that you won’t be accidentally cut.

Available soon from CRKT.

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Roman Multi-Purpose Tool

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

According to a story published in the UK Daily Mail, Roman examples of a multi-tool pre-date the Swiss Army knife by at least 18 centuries.

This example has actually been in the museum’s collection for some time and is a rare silver version. Less complex variants have been found made from bronze.

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