Pros: Handle Material, Blade Sharpness, Pocket Clip, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Weight, Lock Ease of Use, Overall Quality
Cons: Blade Material, Lock Type, None
M16-14SF Special Forces 3.875" Black Tanto Combo Blade
I have not used this knife yet; however, it is well made, although I prefer a non-coated blade, and I have carried very similar knives. This knife would be a good "carrier" in a non-combat environment. Knives can be much like firearms or any other self-protection tool, they all have their limitations and applications. PROS: Aside from the cost of this knife, I enjoy the serrated combination for cutting rope or tougher plastics and leathers. The tanto blade offers more lateral strength if the the knife over-penetrates and is lodged in the material. I've always preferred the punching powering of a a Tanto-point over drop-points...with exceptions/applications of course. The handle feels solid enough, as handles can be just as important as blades when necessary. CONS: I'm not crazy about the laws that govern blade and overall "length', and would feel better if the knife were an inch longer. It would also be nice to see more San Mai type sandwiched blades with the center blade being at least 60-61 Rockwell Hardness...I'd be willing to pay more for this knife. *Overall, for what this knife offers...you can't beat the price, to include CRKT's quality control which seems to get better each year...albeit, I'm not crazy about liner-locking systems. Thank You, First Gun Tehachapi, California