what is rat tail tang??????
1265347
The bolt on the end that screws onto the tang. Gil Hibben knives are not full tang and are really show or display knives. I purchased 4 different models and returned everyone as they really seem like they will break after 5-15 minutes of use. I highly recommend going Kabar or Socom if you are looking for dependability and full use. If size is important, go with a Kabar Big Brother as they are an awesome big knife. If you're looking for a fighting knife, go with a USMC, D2, or Katana.
1265348
Lil tang hangs from the end of the knife...I got rid of mine...didnt like it...but the he knife is great...everything I expect from gill hibben
1876024
The tang is the full length, but it is a Tapered tang with an endcap, just like a KABAR. There might be a proper name for it, but I'm not sure.
590184
This is a rat-tail tang in that the blade material is considerably narrowed and passes through the leather spacers that make up the handle. A full tang knife is usually one in which the blade material extends fully to the butt of the knife and is visible along the top and bottom of the scales. This style of knife is not full tang; look at other Ontario offerings for full tang survival type knives.
626863
Partial tang. It goes down about 7 inches into the handle. Its blade heavy for throwing purposes.
1667572
YES! The Rodan is full tang. the tang runs all the way thru the handle to about 1/4" past the last rivit. Condor was nice enough to send me a diagram of the kniife. Hope this helps Phil.
2062211
No. According to the Morakniv website - this is a Rat Tail tang knife, and NOT a full tang knife. Rat tail tang refers to the blade thinning in size inside the handle, and being either secured with a screw or embedded (moulded) within the handle material itself.
447580
It is full tang and a complete waste of money. I sent mine back. Do not buy.
1048373
It is full tang. I like that the tang isn't exposed though especially in the winter.
2257539
It is a partial Tang. Please view this image for further visual.http://www.moraofsweden.se/20.0.0.0/1091/cache/1091_9d0b4dbad491099eb9c35234074c8107.jpg
114139
This knife, and the other K-Bar military knives are NOT FULL TANG! Full tang means that the blade runs down the full length AND the full width of the handle. These knives have a "rat tail" tang which is only about half or less of the blade width running down the middle of the handle. They are very good knives but are not as strong as a true full tang knife. If you apply a lot of pressure side ways to the blade or use for heavy chopping they will snap off flush with the handle. A full tang knife will not
1287781
Yes it is. The handle has a rubber grip which fully engulfs the tang. It is very comfortable to grip.
1060806
It's a rat tail. Remember, it's a cheapie but a good looking cheapie. What do you expect for 30 bucks???
348981
No, it is not full tang. I used this machete to clear a path to my deer stand and it didn't last 20 minutes. The blade rolled when I was cutting small saplings less than an inch in diameter... Do waste your money! The Gator Jr. on the other hand did a great job and is still razor sharp. Don't know if I got a dud or what.
786231
That tang goes all the way through the handle and you can see where it exits at the end. So yes, it's full tang.
995329
This is made for Kabar in a Chinese factory. It's a good design, but poor execution and poor blade steel. The liner lock is very flimsy. Spend 10 bucks more and get an Ontario Rat 1 made in Taiwan. Taiwan made knives are typically better quality.
182522
The picture is of the Ferret Nation. The item itself is actually the Rat version. Item #162. A touch confusing.
317266
It is a 3/4 "rat tail" tang. The pommel (or end of the handle) is attached to the blade tang with a brass screw. I love my knife and the Lifetime Warranty that comes with it.