I'm skeptical of buying this. I can get a kurkri for $20.00 made in Nepal. What makes this blade worth the price?
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I bought both. This ones the keeper. I sent the other one back. It was pretty junky. This one is built to be used and built to last.
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It depends if you want a wall hanger or a lighter weight kukri. This one is a heavy one that is suitable for chopping brush and comes with a sharp edge. I've bought a $20 one that was thinner and did not have an edge.
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Chris,The combat kukri is 3 inches shorter than the 1249. It is lighter. If you are using it for a self defense weapon it is a great knife. I have both but for use in the woods the 1249 is by far better than the combat
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Not easy to answer. Cold steel has products made the world over. Some Magnum Kukri's have been made in South Africa. Mine was made in China. So the best answere is possible, but no way to guarantee. William
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I don't have any experience with the kabar kukri. I have a different kukri and I think they are both good. It just comes down to what you want to use them for. For general knife work the cutlass may be better but it is hard to beat a kukri in chopping once you get used to the curved blade.
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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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NO..Go With Buck, I did some research just the design of blade is pat here in usa..." Which is printed on the blade" Seems like a sneaky sales.. Good knife! All though I Believe its made out of chinese steel....I own a few of these knives, However I do believe the older models are made here, Do some googlin!
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I have several of these knives in all sizes and replacement blades for each. For their intended purpose, there is nothing comparable on the market. Two of the blade boxes say "Made in India". Some of the others do not state the country. I no longer have the boxes for the knives. Havalon is very responsive and they answer the phone. If you have concerns, call them. They are great folks to work with and make fantastic products.
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NO! It is not a knock off,Ka-Bar/Becker has started printing the names on the blades instead of stamping them into the metal! Why I don't know but it will make the stamped blade models worth more in the future, I hope this helps PHIL.
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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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Joe, I really don't remember what I paid for my balancer, I think it was 19.95. I can tell you it's so precise that I wouldn't want to take the time to try and make my own. I've gone thru all my toys and balanced everything that has a blade, it's well worth the money.
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The Randall RAT 4 is an excellent choice. Similar in price, I think a little less. Currently there is an Ontario version, which is decent, but Randall is the original designer. I also really like the KaBar Becker line. The BK 16 is very close in comparison and cheaper. The Beckers are easier to sharpen, however they have to be cared for to prevent corrosion. And your absolute cheapest, is gonna be a Mora. They can be had for $20ish. Or more depending on quality and sheath options. They are a good cheap blade. But very susceptible to rust. If you have more questions I am happy to answer as best as I can. These arent armchair opinions either. I own or have friends who own, and we use them in the woods. The Randall RAT 4 is an excellent choice. Similar in price, I think a little less. Currently there is an Ontario version, which is decent, but Randall is the original designer. I also really like the KaBar Becker line. The BK 16 is very close in comparison and cheaper. The Beckers are easier to sharpen, however they have to be cared for to prevent corrosion. And your absolute cheapest, is gonna be a Mora. They can be had for $20ish. Or more depending on quality and sheath options. They are a good cheap blade. But very susceptible to rust. If you have more questions I am happy to... » Read More The Randall RAT 4 is an excellent choice. Similar in price, I think a little less. Currently there is an Ontario version, which is decent, but Randall is the original designer. I also really like the KaBar Becker line. The BK 16 is very close in comparison and cheaper. The Beckers are easier to sharpen, however they have to be cared for to prevent corrosion. And your absolute cheapest, is gonna be a Mora. They can be had for $20ish. Or more depending on quality and sheath options. They are a good cheap blade. But very susceptible to rust. If you have more questions I am happy to answer as best as I can. These arent armchair opinions either. I own or have friends who own, and we use them in the woods. « Show Less
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For me the Ontario would be best.... The edge is pretty bad though and you would need a good sharpener. (spyderco sharp maker w diamond extra) The kukri in my opinion is best for small tree and branches. The blade being more forward gives you great power to blast through but I found it lacking on flimsy twigs and bamboo.... But my okc Machete (12") did me just right.
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I am an owner, not a merchant. I have the first version which is green and the latest model is blue. I've examined the blue version and cannot find a significant difference between the two, other than cosmetic. I've been using mine a few years and it works great, assuming it is set up correctly with a good blade. The current price shown in the Amazon add is about $100 more than I paid but, that was a few years ago and I didn't get free shipping so, you might want to look at all costs involved.
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O-1 High Carbon. http://www.coldsteel.com/Category/2_3/Fixed_Blades.aspxYou may want to check out the Kukri knives made in Nepal. They are handmade from truck leaf springs; real heavy duty.
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I purchased this knife to start off my collection along with another cheap cold steel knife . The steel is very high quality and strong , the sheath fits properly and is worn easily . Its very large and the only "Catch" I would say is the handle . If you are not used to the grip or have dainty hands like myself, it can blister fairly easily. This is one of the strongest blades I own and the only one I ABUSE because it will last. As long as its properly used and cared for you will be very happy with this Kuhkri
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It was 70 here a few days literally before they lowered it to 63 *HERE*. I got robbed . Great blade though . Is it worth 63 ? Yes .
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Really, it's just a matter of what you're looking for. The Mora is a great knife to get you started into carving without spending a fortune on a professional carving knife. The bad is, it doesn't come as sharp as what you're going to want, so while it works, you'll want to spend some time honing the edge. The geometry of the blade isn't perfect either, so you have to work harder than you would with a more expensive knife. The good: So far, my experience has been positive. It's solidly built. I've never had a problem with the blade becoming loose from the handle, so no worries there. For the price, this is an excellent knife. If you decide in the future that you want to get a little more serious about carving, I'd highly recommend Kestrel tools, but they aren't cheap. I hope that helps, if you have any other questions, feel free to ask!