Thread: Need a Knife

Originally Posted by crunker

Does anyone know anything about Schrade knives? I found them, and I'm liking what I'm seeing.

For that matter, is a glass breaker a good investment on a knife? Surely the point could be used to break a car window easily, right?

I have a Schrade fixed blade that is a great knife. Their Old Timer-style knives seem to be popular with people who like the older style pocket knives. As for their pocket folders I have never been too impressed. The only Schrade folder I own is an old Cliphanger. The blade is thin as heck, the plastic handle is cheap and, while it works as a light duty knife, it is one of the least sturdy brand name knives I've handled. As for a glass breaker, Syme said it all. Looking at the Schrade website I saw their First Responder. Looks quite a bit like the S&W 1st Response I own, and for good reason; both are made by Taylor Brands. So, in effect, Schrade and S&W knives are probably about the same in quality and value.

If you really want an emergency knife, check this one out:
http://www.crkt.com/mak1extrik.html

I keep mine in my truck.

Originally Posted by Anonymous D

You could use the knife to break the glass. But a breaker would be nice if you have the option.

And fm, so I can just switch the position of the clip and have tip down carry huh? That will take some getting used to cause I always carry tip up. Never had a problem with a knife opening in my pocket except for the Schrade I had on my keychain.

The M16-14ZSF has holes for the clip to be attached on either side for tip up or tip down carry. Another good things is that they come with an extra clip and screws as well as a torx driver. The Urban Shark and M16 I own are both prone to the clips loosening up over time.