Friday, January 27, 2012

SOG Specialty Knives and Tools BH01-K Swedge I

SOG Specialty Knives and Tools BH01-K Swedge I Review





SOG Specialty Knives and Tools BH01-K Swedge I Feature


  • Tactical fixed blade
  • 3.7-Inch straight edge AUS8 stainless steel blade
  • Textured G10 handle
  • Includes Kydex sheath
  • Overall length: 8.3-Inches; Weight: 6.9-Pounds



SOG Specialty Knives and Tools BH01-K Swedge I Overview


SOG BH01 S - Wedge I Knife. Military - grade toughness. Designed by Brent Beshara, an ex-Canadian military operator who spent 24 years in special forces, navy diving and more. So when we say this Knife can handle rough situations, we're backing it up with the military expertise in play. The secret here is the BESH Wedge, a super-strong tip that's less prone to breaking than your run-of-the mill blade. And you get superior grip, too, with the trusted G10 handle. More: Non-slip grip on G10 handle; Strong AUS 8 steel; Bead-blasted finish offers low-shine appeal; Straight edge blade; Kydex sheath included; Measures 8 1/3" long open, blade measures 3.7" x .156" thick. Weighs 3.9 oz.; Act Now! WARNING: You must be 18 or older to purchase Cutlery. Cutlery cannot be shipped to Marin, Napa, Ventura and Yolo counties, CA; CO; CT; TN; D.C.; MA; Miami-Dade & Sarasota counties, FL; Canada or Puerto Rico. Please check your State, County and City laws for restrictions before ordering Cutlery. SOG BH01 S-Wedge I Knife


SOG Specialty Knives and Tools BH01-K Swedge I Specifications


Showcasing a powerful design and a unique tactical blade, the SOG BH01-K Swedge I Fixed-Blade Knife is a distinctive, functional tool built on special-ops know how. The geometry of its steel blade delivers superior tip strength, while a full tang design ensures overall strength and balance for comfortable handling. The Swedge I also offers a nonslip G10 grip, and it comes with a heavy-duty Kydex sheath.

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BH-01 Swedge I
Fixed-Blade Knife
At a Glance:
  • 3.7-inch blade with wedge shape for superior
    tip strength

  • AUS8 steel for durability and edge retention

  • Full tang, G10 handle for overall strength and a non-slip grip

  • Includes extra-tough
    Kydex sheath

  • Lifetime warranty backing materials and workmanship
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SOG BH-01 Swedge I Fixed-Blade Knife

For easy carrying, this compact tactical knife weighs just 6.9 ounces, and it comes with a heavy-duty Kydex sheath.
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SOG BH-01 Swedge I Fixed-Blade Knife

A well-placed finger cutout makes it easy to apply additional force or more precise guidance when necessary. View larger.
Unique, Trademarked BESH Wedge Blade for Strength
The SOG Swedge I makes use of the trademarked BESH Wedge blade geometry invented by custom knife designer and maker Brent Beshara. Backed by Beshara's experience as a Canadian military operator, Special Forces member, and martial artist, this unique wedge-shaped blade design delivers superior tip strength for increased reliability.

The Swedge I's 3.7-inch blade is crafted from strong AUS-8 stainless steel, and its grind lines are different from the grind lines on knives of any other shape, providing sharp, functional edges that work with the knife's overall design to make your life easier.

Cryogenic Heat Treatment for a Sharp, Dependable Blade
SOG's unique cryogenic heat treatment process increases the toughness and wear resistance of the blade. The blade's temperature is slowly taken down to less than -300 degrees Fahrenheit and then slowly brought back up to room temperature. This stress relieves the material on an atomic level and increases overall strength and edge retention. This means the knife edge stays sharp longer with significantly less micro-fracturing and edge-chipping.

Strong, Full Tang G10 Handle Delivers Nonslip Grip
All SOG Swedge knives offer a full tang handle design, which improves the balance of the knife and adds strength and durability for heavy-duty, long-term use. And, thanks to the nonslip G10 material that makes up the rest of the Swedge's handle, you can count on a secure grip for safe, accurate cuts in all sorts of weather conditions.

G10 is a durable, reinforced material made up of fiberglass soaked in resin, then highly compressed and baked. This process makes it impervious to liquid and physically stable under extreme changes in temperature, which makes your Swedge knife an ideal long-term partner on tough missions.

Lightweight, Well-Balanced Body and Kydex Sheath
The Swedge I's curved body makes it easy to swing, while a well-placed finger cutout and broad rasping on the spine of the blade make it easy to apply additional force or more precise directional guidance when necessary. For ease in carrying, this compact tactical knife weighs in at just 6.9 ounces, and it comes with a heavy duty Kydex sheath that offers multiple mounting options.

The BH01-K Swedge I Fixed-Blade Knife is backed by a lifetime warranty that protects against defects in manufacturing and materials.

About SOG: Strong, Innovative Specialty Tools
SOG originally stood for Studies and Observation Group, an elite joint services military group designed to handle covert operations during the Vietnam War. SOG Specialty Knives & Tools was founded in the spirit of this elite group and became the first knife manufacturer to offer an expanded line that included fixed blades, folding knives, and multipurpose tools.

Each SOG product is created by company Founder and Chief Engineer, Spencer Frazer. Known for their uncompromising style and performance, these knives and tools showcase innovation, dependability, and a unique, futuristic style that has garnered awards and recognition worldwide. SOG products have also won favor among law enforcement, military, and industrial customers that rely on their tools to perform flawlessly in the toughest, most adverse conditions.

What's in the Box
SOG BH01-K Swedge I Fixed-Blade Knife and Kydex sheath.


SOG BH-01 Swedge I Fixed-Blade Knife

The Swedge I use the trademarked BESH Wedge blade geometry invented by custom knife designer Brent Beshara.



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Thursday, January 26, 2012

Mtech 8 Inch Xtreme Fire Fighter Tactical Folding Pocket Knife, Black

Mtech 8 Inch Xtreme Fire Fighter Tactical Folding Pocket Knife, Black Review





Mtech 8 Inch Xtreme Fire Fighter Tactical Folding Pocket Knife, Black Feature


  • ? It has 3.5 inch 440 stainless steel blade.
  • ? It is 8 inches when open and 4.75 inches when closed.
  • ? Fire fighters universal medallion.
  • ? It comes with glass breaker and seatbelt cutter.
  • 3.5 inch 440 stainless steel blade
  • 8 inches when open; 4.75 inches when closed
  • belt clip; heavy duty metal construction
  • fire fighters universal medallion
  • glass breaker; seatbelt cutter



Mtech 8 Inch Xtreme Fire Fighter Tactical Folding Pocket Knife, Black Overview


New from the Mtech Xtreme series is this fire fighter tactical 3-in-1 knife / rescue tool. It features a thick 440 stainless steel blade with the words fire fighter on it. This folding tactical knife is has a 2-tone aluminum handle with a seat belt cutter and a glass breaker on it. The fire fighter's universal medallion is mounted into the handle as well. This knife has a very strong liner lock design that is made for actual field use by trained professionals. Also features dual thumb studs for fast one-handed opening with the right or left hand! Also comes with a belt, boot or pocket clip on reverse side for secure attachment.


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Wednesday, January 25, 2012

3.25" Tac-Force "A-Team" Spring Assisted Tactical Rescue Knife - Black

3.25" Tac-Force "A-Team" Spring Assisted Tactical Rescue Knife - Black Review





3.25" Tac-Force "A-Team" Spring Assisted Tactical Rescue Knife - Black Feature


  • Black High Carbon Steel
  • 3.25", Half-Serrated, Drop Point Blade
  • Black Textured Anodized Aluminum Handle
  • Fold Out Seat Belt/Rope Cutter and Can Opener
  • Glass Breaker and Black Pocket Clip



3.25" Tac-Force "A-Team" Spring Assisted Tactical Rescue Knife - Black Overview


This Tac-Force "A-Team" rescue knife has a 3.25" black high carbon steel blade that snaps open using either the thumb stud or spine flipper. The handle is black anodized aluminum over a high carbon steel frame. The handle is textured on one side for added grip and control. Fold out seat belt/rope cutter and can opener. Glass breaker and black pocket clip are also included. The knife is 4.75" closed. The overall length is 8".


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Friday, January 20, 2012

Spyderco Endura 4 FFG: "Now Perfect" by Nutnfancy

The regular Spyderco Endura 4 is an excellent blade but in my earlier review I termed it "Slightly Imperfect." While the Sabre grind is strong I do not think it ideal and it gives the blade some unneeded extra heft and a slower deployment. Also some Enduras I've had and examined had some vertical play in their lockup. Enter the impressive Spyderco Endura 4 Full Flat Ground (FFG) version, first seen in TNP at the 2010 SHOT Spyderco booth review. Available in 2010 in the colors blue, brown, gray, green, or purple, this is a slam dunk improvement on the popular Endura. It wears the same excellent, razor sharp FFG blade I first saw in the more expensive Endura G10 version. It has outstanding fine edge characteristics, good edge holding, and good rust resistance. Slicing and food preparation capabilities are vastly improved. This FFG blade, a long time favorite of mine in many blades, also lightens the Endura 4 to a feathery 3.4 oz as well. It seems to deploy even quicker that the regular Sabre ground Endura due to this reduced mass. The tip, while a bit more delicate, is sharper and has outstanding penetration capabilities (and great belly). In about 8 models examined, all showed solid lockups as well and the vertical play is gone. Jimping is perfectly executed on the thumb ramp. The bi-directional texturing on the FRN handles is effective and the nested stainless steel liners are about as milled out as possible and set standards of excellence in this vein. They, along with ...