Has anyone purchased both the tanto and double edged versions of the cold steel chaos knife? If so, which would you recommend?
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Hey andrew I purchased the tanto in case i had to baton with the knife in a survival situation. This is a pure combat knife,but in case i could grab only one this would be it.the blade,pommel,guard are excellent the finish blows.mine is coming off in a few spots on the knuckle guard would not hesitate to take this into zombie land.hope this helps.
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I have two of the tanto versions. The advantage of the tanto is a much stronger point and blade. They also come sharp from the factory.I've owned two double edges and they were both dull (I'm not good at sharpening knives). In person the double edge looks kind of funky.The large handle seems to dwarf the blade. They also give you the same sheath as the tanto??? If stabbing and back-cut capabilities are whatyou are looking for and you can sharpen a knife, the double edge is your knife. If blade and point strength, looks, versatility, and out of the box sharpness are what you want, get the tanto version I have two of the tanto versions. The advantage of the tanto is a much stronger point and blade. They also come sharp from the factory.I've owned two double edges and they were both dull (I'm not good at sharpening knives). In person the double edge looks kind of funky.The large handle seems to dwarf the blade. They also give you the same sheath as the tanto??? If stabbing and back-cut capabilities are whatyou are looking for and you can sharpen a knife, the double edge is your knife. If blade and point strength, looks, versatility, and out of the box sharpness are what... » Read More I have two of the tanto versions. The advantage of the tanto is a much stronger point and blade. They also come sharp from the factory.I've owned two double edges and they were both dull (I'm not good at sharpening knives). In person the double edge looks kind of funky.The large handle seems to dwarf the blade. They also give you the same sheath as the tanto??? If stabbing and back-cut capabilities are whatyou are looking for and you can sharpen a knife, the double edge is your knife. If blade and point strength, looks, versatility, and out of the box sharpness are what you want, get the tanto version « Show Less
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I researched it some before buying my first instance of the Eros knife. I was not able to get what I considered and authoritative answer but check this "http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/763981-How-does-Acuto-steel-compare". I am personally very pleased with the blade. It holds its edge very well. I have both the Ripple and the Eros. At first I was put off by how pointy the blade of the Eros is, but now see it as a plus. I have carried the Eros daily for two or three years. I lost one, and bought another to replace it. I have bought others for gifts. Took the clip off, to slim it down even more. I researched it some before buying my first instance of the Eros knife. I was not able to get what I considered and authoritative answer but check this "http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/763981-How-does-Acuto-steel-compare". I am personally very pleased with the blade. It holds its edge very well. I have both the Ripple and the Eros. At first I was put off by how pointy the blade of the Eros is, but now see it as a plus. I have carried the Eros daily for two or three years. I lost one, and bought another to replace it. I have bought others for gifts. Took... » Read More I researched it some before buying my first instance of the Eros knife. I was not able to get what I considered and authoritative answer but check this "http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/763981-How-does-Acuto-steel-compare". I am personally very pleased with the blade. It holds its edge very well. I have both the Ripple and the Eros. At first I was put off by how pointy the blade of the Eros is, but now see it as a plus. I have carried the Eros daily for two or three years. I lost one, and bought another to replace it. I have bought others for gifts. Took the clip off, to slim it down even more. « Show Less
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For me, the Axis lock is the best and easily closes the deal. The Adamas feels better in my hand. And not until you get up around the ZT 0301 do you find anything as strong as the Benchmade.
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Since, I think, August of 2013, Kershaw started getting away from Crucible, aside from S30V, for their steels. I just bought one recently and it is not CPM D2, just regular D2. Will you notice a difference? probably not. Is there a difference? yes. It is a shame because I thought I was buying CPM D2. Amazon needs to update the description.
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never owned a condor parang I would research it and watch videos but the ontario is rather light and tapers rather quickly making the last half of the blade really thin and full flat ground.... but is a tough steel so I don't know if I were you I'd get it because if you want a sure thing you'd want a cold steel guhkra kukri which starts at 150 bucks and goes up from there....
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I too bought one. Pleased with the quality, but not with the shortness of the blade. Way too hard to sharpen and I have tried everything but an electric kitchen sharpener. I guess it is only good for a short stab and not so much for cutting.
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I've only ever used cold steel so I can't compare I do know Hanwei specializes in the katana and they range from low end to high end. If u don't want to spend too much but want a super tough katana get the cold steel but if your going learn to use a sword you may want to look more on the Hanwei end.
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kukuri more comfy handle for extended work .but the ontario knife i would trust with my life .its a beast chunk of steel that could cut thru a vehicle :)
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It really is an awesome knife he would love it. Theres a few different blade options you'd have to choose from. Personally I did the one without any serration and I did the curved edge one instead of the tanto blade style. Honestly I would do the non serrated curved one but thats up to you haha. Also they have it in a tan color like a desert tan so maybe that would be cool for someone in the military, or olive green. I did the black and love it. I could go on and on about it but for the money, its the best pocket knife i've ever owned :D. If you do let me know how he liked it!?
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i hear they all ship with plain blades since last year. A few people have put that in the reviews that it is in fact a plain blade . SOG stopped shipping then in 2012. Its a great knife . I also like the ZT 170 there are some deals out there for 100 shipped. check it out.
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Under the "2" stars review, see what I wrote about the sheath. Looks to be the same knife. Purchased my a few years ago. Could be the wrong pic, I see they make a "black" version now. "Noir" could be the "Wilderness" or since they now have a "Noir" they could have labeled the stainless one the "Wilderness" if not purchased through the Hedgehog website. Again, looks to be the same knife from the pic I see. I do not remember if mine had the 7500 designation or not. If so it could be a different knife. Hope that helps.
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Hard to really compare the those 2 knives. I will start by saying I own both Spyderco and ZT. I have a Spyderco Native, Pacific Salt, Manix 2, and Byrd Cara Cara 2 g10, Byrd Hawkbill. So, I like what I like, I'm not a brand hater. That being said I like the ZT 0350 better. I fits my needs better. More of a working fit, with edc carrying capabilities. I like bigger knives better. I like the weight feels right too me. I like the blade size better. It's a wide, thick blade, not too long so when I need to work up on the tip of the blade it feels better, not too long. Plus it's American made. In short Spyderco Police 3 - majors in reach (great long knife, over a 4 inch blade). Good self-defense knife Minors in work (blade is long and thin, hard to work up on the knife). I would be afraid I would break the tip. Good intimidation factor. ZT 0350ts - Majors in work (great user length knife, solid wide blade.) I like the weight Minors in reach ( not a super long knife 3 1/4", fast deployment though, handle shape is really easy to grip) I like the ergonomics. Tiger stripe gets a wow a lot so far.I think it sets it apart from all my silver or black knives. ZT 0350 TS is better (in my opinion)
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Well, these two knives are basically the same. They have slightly different designs (in regards to the grip). But overall, their functionality is the exact same. I would go with the cheaper priced knife. This knife was once thirty dollars. Now that they are popular (and in my opinion a must have for anyone!!), they have gone wayyy up in price. This knife is a must for your pack, vehicle and as a gift for any loved one.
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bought mine at an establishment that sharpens for lfe if purchased through them... sorry i can tell ya its a hhelluva knife i believe bests the famous bk2 covers more of the combat side of things
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Yes. It is the original TI-LITE made by cold steel. But I'll be honest, it's all Taiwan made. Damn good knife though.
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My blade says Japan, which, as I understand, is where the better quality CS blades are made. They are supposed to be somewhat better than the ones made in Taiwan. My tally of CS blades looks to be Recon Tanto, Counter Tac I, and Super Edge - Japan / Spike Tanto, Pendleton Lite Hunter, and OSS - Taiwan. I am pleased with them all.
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The Zero Tolerance Tactical Response and the ZT G10 are of equal materials and quality, the TR is somewhat bigger, the smaller G10 has the speed safe assisted opening which is a great feature, from my read of the ZTTR I do not think it has speed safe. So for everyday carry, I prefer a smaller knife with speed safe system so that would be the ZTG10 or the Kershaw Blur. The Kershaw blur is also an excellent knife, the speed safe system on my Kershaw (I have one too) is actually slightly better than the ZTG10. I think that is because the Kershaw blade is lighter and thinner than the ZT blade. The K Blur blade flips out easier and faster, both lock up equally well. Which one of those is "better" is a personal judgement. The Kershaw being lighter will carry better in a pocket, the ZTG10 will carry better in a belt pouch. Some people do not like belt pouches others do, The ZTG10 is a larger, thicker blade, heftier, tougher, stronger, more substantial, and more impressive knife, but if he is not used to carrying a relatively large folding knife every day, the slightly lighter and smaller Kershaw may be a better choice. Either way both excellent knives...if he already has a Kershaw Blur, this is a very similar knife as far as application, he may prefer the ZTG10, for the reasons above but carrying either one would negate much of the need for the other