jason Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 I am looking for a new PFD Knife (I am not looking for a rescue hook or Scissors). I have lost my most recent PFD knife. Does anybody have any experience with this knife or suggestions for a better knife: http://www.leisurepro.com/Prod/SQTKST.html Thanks -Jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donperry Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 I saw one of these a few months ago & liked it a lot, particularly for the single-handed opening. The etched grip area on the one I tried was like #60 sandpaper. Apparently the product line includes a carabiner model too. http://www.kershawknives.com ...perfect for collecting lobster buoys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwolson Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 Good knife - http://www.benchmade.com/products/product_...x?model=100SH2O a bit expensive, but great for a PFD knife Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcohn Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 I've started using this one (the blunt tip in 420 stainless) and like it. http://www.leisurepro.com/Prod/CategoryID_...QTKE.html?Hit=1 The handle is large enough to be gripped with heavy gloves and the knife was reasonably sharp right out of the box. I think a knife so easily lost should be on the cheaper side. Many scuba shops carry these Wenoka knives (I think they may be associated with Aqualung/Seaquest) if you want to look at one. Ralph Cohn Elaho DS, blue & white with yellow trim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Gwynn Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 I have the knife you linked to. I think it is a great choice. I prefer titanium to SS because it doesn't rust even when left all covered with salt water all the time. SS does require some cleaning/maintenance, or it will rust. The disadvantage to titanium is that is a softer material and does not hold an edge as well. To me, this really isn't a disadvantage unless you use your knife alot for chores other than emergencies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason Posted August 21, 2006 Author Share Posted August 21, 2006 Thanks, the Knife has been ordered. Thanks -Jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Mooradd Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 OK, here's my recommendation... The Columbia River Bear Claw, the serrated blunt nose version. Of course I haven't had to use it in an emergency situation but I can tell you the finger hole gives you a very secure grip, an important consideration with cold wet hands, and the hooked blade shape with blunt nose makes the possibility of hacking unintended objects or people highly unlikely. The hooked shape also makes for cutting rope more effective. As with all stainless steel you do get some rust from exposure to salt water and the rivets that hold the plastic handle pieces on have rusted up pretty good. Another possible down side is the blade is too short and thick to effectively clean out a skeg box. But all in all this is a knife I feel very confident having on my PFD. If I loose it or it rusts up too much I will be replacing it with the same thing. The design I think is so perfect I am surprised it isn't the defacto kayaking knife. Charles River Canoe and Kayak used to carry the knife, I don't know if they still do. http://www.crkt.com/bearclaw.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pintail Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 I know it is after the fact and that Jason has already made his decision; but there need be no talk of here: all it takes is application of vaseline or similar to avoid any corrosion whatsoever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnHuth Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 Jason - that's a good choice. I often don't pack my knife - only on longish trips. I still feel a bit like I'm playing commando when I wear that, my VHF and hydration system - but that's what a gearhead does, huh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExGMan Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 I use a model made by Buck called the Tiburon. It's designed in collaboration with kayaker Ed Gillet, but I have to admit I don't know who he is. It is spare in design, but has two types of edge on one side, a hook-type cutter on the other side, a blunt tip, and comes with a handy kydex-type sheath with both a thumb release, and a velcro-enclosed tab for more security. It also has a type of wrench (usable on nuts) built into the handle. I have found that it needs to be taken out of the sheath and rinsed, then dried, as the one time I left it in the sheath after the Spring Leader's Training, little bits of corrosion developed. They were easily erased. I bought it for $46 (OneStop Knife shop on the web) as I recall, but found it here ( http://store.everestgear.com/376706.html) for about $20 more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suz Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 Ed Gillett is a big time adventurer who paddled from California-to-Hawaii. http://www.canoekayak.com/features/stories/gillet/ Suz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob budd Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 Did he take his puppy along? Now that would have been an adventure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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