Category Archives: Knives

Back to the Police Belt Knife

Posted on March 22, 2017 by Randall

Back in the Dark Ages of the 1980’s, when I was a rookie, there was pretty much one standard knife carried by police officers and that was the now-venerable Buck 110. Along with a revolver, the sturdy lock back folder … Continue reading →

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Testing First Tactical’s Executive Briefcase, Copperhead Knife, and Small Duty Light

Posted on May 7, 2016 by Randall

After I had written an article about First Tactical’s new Diamondback folding knife, I was contacted by a company rep who asked if I would like to test and evaluate some of their products. Why, sure! While I was talking … Continue reading →

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First Tactical’s Diamondback Folding Knife

Posted on January 24, 2016 by Randall

First Tactical™ makes products for Law Enforcement and Fire Rescue.  Their products are conceived in concert with professionals who work in these fields.  The Diamondback Tanto folding knife is designed and tested by end users to make it functional. A … Continue reading →

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Chicago PD Murder Charges

Posted on November 27, 2015 by Randall

I have watched Chicago PD’s officer-involved shooting video from October 2014.  A few things come to mind about the totality of the circumstances.  Officers are responding to a commercial burglary call where a suspect was detained by a citizen, but … Continue reading →

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Fox Knives at BLADE Show

Posted on June 27, 2015 by Randall

Fox Knives had some knives on hand at BLADE Show 2015 that actually debuted at the IWA Show in Nuremburg back in March, but these were new to U.S. buyers.  I liked them for military and law enforcement use.  The … Continue reading →

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Schenk Knives at BLADE Show

Posted on June 13, 2015 by Randall

One of the first booths I happened upon at BLADE Show 2015 was being shared by Fox Knives with a fledgling company, Schenk Knives.  Zane Schenk, CEO, designer, maker, and all around nice guy showed me their Made in Idaho Falls, … Continue reading →

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Pohl Force Mike Three and Four Outdoor Folders

Posted on June 10, 2015 by Randall

Dietmar Pohl has been designing knives for over a decade and a half.  He is a recognized expert in tactical knives for military and law enforcement uses and has written acclaimed books on the subject.  The knife company he founded, … Continue reading →

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BLADE Show 2015

Posted on June 7, 2015 by Randall

I arrived home from BLADE Show 2015 last night.  My trip was on a nomad’s budget, so I drove up, spent one night, then drove right back.  I was able to attend the show floor on Friday afternoon and Saturday … Continue reading →

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Off Duty First Aid Necessities

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Randall

I was out on a hiking trail in California earlier in the day.  Yes, I am on vacation.  It occurred to me that there was something noticeably different about my fellow hikers and me.  Could it have to do with … Continue reading →

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Swab-its Creates News Website

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Randall

Super Brush LLC manufactures the Swab-its® brand foam products, which are superior, lint-free swabs and applicators specifically tailored for precision gun cleaning.  I wrote about them here.  Swab-its now has its own website devoted to firearms articles, gun safety, shooting … Continue reading →

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New Emerson Rangemaster Sheepdog Knife

Posted on March 14, 2015 by Randall

Ernest Emerson has allied with noted author, speaker, and soldier Lt. Col. Dave Grossman to produce Emerson’s first flipper knife that will be the official blade for Grossman’s company, Sheepdog Knife and Gun.  The knife is called the Rangemaster Sheepdog … Continue reading →

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Gerber Strongarm Fixed Blade Knife

Posted on February 14, 2015 by Randall

Gerber Legendary Blades as offered fixed blade knives for military use going way back to their 1966 Mark II fighter of Vietnam fame.  Focusing on the needs of the soldier in real time, Gerber’s new Strongarm knife is Made in … Continue reading →

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New CRKT Shizuka noh Ken Folder

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Randall

James Williams’ history as a U.S. Army officer and martial arts instructor to military and police special units has led him to design a line of knives for Columbia River Knife & Tool.  Personally, I own the Williams/CRKT Hissatsu folder … Continue reading →

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KA-BAR TDI at SHOT Show 2015

Posted on January 31, 2015 by Randall

I dropped in on John Benner at KA-BAR’s booth at SHOT Show.  Mr. Benner is the founder of the Tactical Defense Institute.  He designed the TDI law enforcement knife that KA-BAR builds.  Benner has 37 years of service as both … Continue reading →

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Raven Concealment Systems ModuLoader

Posted on August 17, 2014 by Randall

Raven Concealment Systems has come out with a product that made me think, “Duh!”  Raven’s ModuLoader Pocket Shield is perfect for the discreet carry of knives and other like equipment.  There are times that I would prefer to hide my … Continue reading →

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