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[Wild_Camper2013]

I am wanting to get a knife like this http://www.lmpenterprises.co.uk/heavyweight-survival-army-knife-1097-p.asp for my camping trips. I dont think I can get it mailed from England to here, So wondering if you guys know any good stores over here that sell knifes like that with a reasonable prices.

[Drongo]

Sorry... But WTF do you plan on doing with a knife that size...??

Almost 3/4 kg with a 14" with a 9" blade...!!

You'd be better off buying an axe, cause with a knife that big, that's about all you'd be able to use it for..

I suggest you reconsider your options before throwing your money at one of the biggest pile of crap I've ever seen and regretting it for a long time....

Oh, and generally 'good knives' aren't made out of 440 stainless, go for one with a carbon or D2 steel blade
440 doesn't have a enough carbon in it to hold an edge for long... Ok you can get it really sharp, but you'd better get used to carrying a sharpening stone about too, and be prepared to use it almost every time you want to cut something....

[Drongo]

From that knife site...

Think - Do you have 'reasonable cause' to be carrying 9" of cheaply slung together steel....

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The Criminal Justice Act (1988) says that you may carry a knife with a blade length of 3.0" or less so long as it is capable of folding. That means no fixed blade knives. But use your loaf - a knife has no place at a football match, in a pub, nightclub or school and becomes an offensive weapon in these circumstances in just the same way as a screwdriver, or any other innanimate tool.

But I NEED a Bigger Knife ...
If you wish to carry a larger knife then you must have 'reasonable cause'. That means that you must be able to prove that you had a genuine reason for carrying the knife.

You may carry a larger cutting tool if it is associated with your work (for instance a chef may carry a 9.0" butchers knife roll to and from work), or if it is associated with your sport, (for instance a fisherman may carry a 6.0" fillet knife, a hunter may carry a 12.0" fixed blade hunting knife, a camper may carry a 10" camping knife).

Don't forget it's there though. If you stop off in Tesco's for a can of beans on your way home take the knife off of your belt and lock it in your glove box, or your local Bobby will be unimpressed at your excuses. When transporting a knife by car keep it locked away in the glove box or securely stored in the boot of the vehicle. Do not slip it into the door side-pocket, under your seat or in a centre console, this is a dangerous practice, and if stopped by the Police this gives the impression of keeping the knife close to hand.

Don't Give The Police A Hard Time ...
Ensure that you comply fully with the law. The Police take breaches of knife law very seriously, and take our advice, you really don't want to be caught on the wrong side, it's just not worth it.

[cerbera147]

I see know reason why they wouldn't post over here; it's not illegal to own.

However, the knife itself looks like a huge pile of poo  I wouldn't spend more than £5 on it and wouldn't expect it to hold up for very long.

What do you need a knife for? Ask that and I'm guessing that monstrosity doesn't fit the bill.
Anything more than 4 inches is a waste when it comes to general camp duties.

If you're looking for a decent knife retailer take a look at Heinnie in the UK; they offer free delivery and have a huge range to drool over 
This MOD survival knife would outlast anything from LMP Enterprises 
And I know which I'd rather be 'caught' with 

http://www.heinnie.com/Knives/John-Nowill-Knives/John-Nowill-Survival-Knife/p-92-153-1159/

[Dowser]

I am wanting to get a knife like this http://www.lmpenterprises.co.uk/heavyweight-survival-army-knife-1097-p.asp for my camping trips. I dont think I can get it mailed from England to here, So wondering if you guys know any good stores over here that sell knifes like that with a reasonable prices.

I would tend to agree with a couple of the other replies.  I don't believe the quality of that knife would be up to much, and it has quite a scary look to it.

Having decided upon what you actually want to use your new knife for, I would recommend searching the net or visiting one of the numerous hunting/fishing shops around the province were you will be able to buy quality and receive a bit of advice at the same time.

Drongo above, was also right about the 440 Stainless Blade.  Your heart will be broke trying to keep it sharp.  The main reason for carrying a knife is to have access to a good sharp edge when you need it.  440 will not offer this and will let you down badly when you really need it.

 

 

[pablo]

forget about a knife for cutting wood for a fire mate, you want a folding saw for that or a bow-saw blade to make your own bow saw.

as for a knife? you could fork out 200 quid for a ray mears clone or something similar.

from time to time i have a few blade blanks,knife making is a hobby of mine.

forget 440 steel, its monkey metal as far as knife making goes. you want at least 3mm o1 tool steel or flat ground stock as its commonly known.

its easy to get sucked into `tactical`looking knives but in reality the jobs you think it will do usually require completly different tools.

ps, im not trying to sell you a blade ,try making one yourself.....

[Doctor Who]

I am getting this saw, http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/220878563217?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 what you think of this guys and gals.

[Dowser]

ps, im not trying to sell you a blade ,try making one yourself.....

You could buy something like this: http://www.ronniesunshines.com/index.php/knife-firesteel-making-kit-1.html

 

[Matthew]

I am getting this saw, http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/220878563217?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 what you think of this guys and gals.

After looking at many of these folding saws I went for a Bahco Laplander. It's a great bit of kit with replacement blades available should you need them.

ps, im not trying to sell you a blade ,try making one yourself.....

You could buy something like this: http://www.ronniesunshines.com/index.php/knife-firesteel-making-kit-1.html

 

I bought the blade its self and made a handle out of zebra wood, to be fair the blade comes very sharp and seems to keeps its edge.


If you are looking to make a knife some other blanks are avaliable, for instance I have the Mora Laplander 90 Drop Point Blade Blank on order

Along with Ambonia Burl Scales

[cerbera147]

I bought a few folding pruning saws from Poundland during the summer. For a quid they are excellent 

The Mora knives are hard to beat; you can buy one for tenner up to £40.

It's shame that few brick & mortar shops have a decent selection of knives  I asked a guy why he had hardly any; he said it was more trouble than its worth with knife laws and kids looking to buy them 

You do need a good fixed blade for camping, pocket knives just don't cut it [pun intended  ]

[Matthew]

You do need a good fixed blade for camping, pocket knives just don't cut it [pun intended  ]

For me, my go to knife is found on the Leatherman Skeletool, the blade is extremely sharp and very durable. You also have the advantage of the other few tools. 

[Ed]

I too am looking for a knife at the moment. Its main use would be for shaving off some tinder for use in the kelly kettle.

Wouldn't want to spend a fortune, I was thinking the following would be fine to get me started:
http://www.greenmanbushcraft.co.uk/cutting-tools/knives/frosts-mora-bushcraft-training-knife-high-carbon-clipper.htm

Any thoughts?

[Dowser]

You do need a good fixed blade for camping, pocket knives just don't cut it [pun intended  ]

Agreed...  I'm definitely in the market for a good quality fixed blade with a bit of weight behind it.  I intend using it for bushcraft type activities such as shelters, fire screens making pot supports for an open fire and hammock supports.  All with drop wood of course 

An axe would be the perfect tool if it wasn't for the weight, so I think a good quality fixed blade of about 9 inches would be a good all-rounder.

I'm dropping hints here if anyone wants to buy me a Crimbo Pressie 

[Drongo]

This is mine...



It's D2 Steel Enzo Trapper with Wild Olive & Red Micarta Scales...

Bought the blank and shaped the scales myself also added a brass eyelet and cord...

Took an age to get a good edge on it, but it holds it for ever...!!

The Scandi grind is great for light chopping, carving and even splitting the odd branch and some times ash logs or other suitable grained woods.
Also great for meat, but not so great for veg as it slices the length of the grind, then kinda chops the rest...

Cost me about £120 tho for the bits, plus about 2-3hrs to put together, but it was worth every penny...

[specimanYak]

One of the forum members, nrob, was selling good quality Smith & Wesson knifes, i bought two and found them to be perfect for general camping duties:

http://goo.gl/Evn9Q

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