Where can I find a reasonably priced Kerambit?

[tlhelmer]

I would like to find a decently priced version to decide if I like it compared to my more traditional knives.

Anyone have any information?

 

[JShirley]

Himalayan Imports. Of course, it will be overbuilt, like almost all their products. Valiant Co* has more traditional Kerambits, but they're not cheap.

You could also get one of the Cold Steel faux knives (less than $10) to decide if you like the feel.

*(Look under "blade of Sumatra", pg 2)

John

 

[Soap]

thelmer- I'd try the Smith and Wesson one just to get a general idea. I would NOT recommend using it for serious use, i.e., stressing the lock at all.
http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/store_detail.html?s=swck33

Mr. Shirley- Thanks for posting that link! Awesome!!! I just started FMA and I can't stop thinking about how the stick techniques translate to nearly every bladed instrument out there. ...must...not...buy...everything...argh!

 

[JShirley]

Glad to help.

I would not suggest carrying any blade shape that could be described as outrageous on a carry knife, but if one wanted a folder in this format, Spyderco makes one that could actually be useful. Ain't cheap, but quality rarely is.

John

 

[RyanM]

Kris Cutlery makes a good quality, reasonably priced product.
http://www.kriscutlery.com/other/index.html

And Laci Szabo makes some really nice, "modern" versions.
http://www.szaboinc.com/edged.html#Kerambit

 

[Plumber576]

If you want one that folds, definitely look at the emerson karambit...I have a bullnose karambit and cannot be happier with it.

 

[JShirley]

Ack! Szabo's is just, well, ugly.

John

 

[BerettaNut92]

Thinking of paring back down to the basics and selling my Emerson. You interested?

 

[tlhelmer]

How much Skunk?

 

[tlhelmer]

Thanks for the info guys.