1. can it cut through bone or will it ding the edging too bad ? 2. the surface hold fingerprints or is it easily cleanable? and last 3. is it concealable in a government building or would it stick out much?
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1. It will chop finger bones all day long. Bovine femurs, though, forget it. 2. Roughen the surfaces to make fingerprints harder to lift. 3. Post office- high probability of success. Pentagon- not so much. For academic purposes only.
567235
The surface (other than the sides) are matted, so finger prints don't really show up well. Upon inspecting it right now after using it for a few months I can smudges and a bit of dirt but thats really my fault more then the keyboard >.>As to it scratching, I've not noticed anything of the sort and the lighting is pretty awesome.Negatives: Dont get this to write any papers from the get go. It often has issues creating capitol letters, and it takes an unusually long time to break in the keys. Aside from the function of the keyboard, if you buy this particular item then you will need to semi permanently leave your left pinky in the space between the "M" keys and the left shift. Hope this helps! The surface (other than the sides) are matted, so finger prints don't really show up well. Upon inspecting it right now after using it for a few months I can smudges and a bit of dirt but thats really my fault more then the keyboard >.>As to it scratching, I've not noticed anything of the sort and the lighting is pretty awesome.Negatives: Dont get this to write any papers from the get go. It often has issues creating capitol letters, and it takes an unusually long time to break in the keys. Aside from the function of the keyboard, if you buy this particular item then... » Read More The surface (other than the sides) are matted, so finger prints don't really show up well. Upon inspecting it right now after using it for a few months I can smudges and a bit of dirt but thats really my fault more then the keyboard >.>As to it scratching, I've not noticed anything of the sort and the lighting is pretty awesome.Negatives: Dont get this to write any papers from the get go. It often has issues creating capitol letters, and it takes an unusually long time to break in the keys. Aside from the function of the keyboard, if you buy this particular item then you will need to semi permanently leave your left pinky in the space between the "M" keys and the left shift. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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it does have fingerprints. but thats something i dont mind because i expect something that gets handled by fingers and hands would have marks of my fingers. very simple to clean so its not something i would complain about. as far as sharp edges it does ot. i wear dress pants to work and are very thin and never had a problem. opening the case posesess no hazard to me
1691539
Fair. Has a nice uniform grind. I have a stropp for a 1 x 30 grinder and that made it really good. My problem with it is the difficulty getting it out of the sheath with one hand. If that is not a criteria, then its a good buy.
2240710
It seems relatively durable and sharp, i've hacked into plywood with it with no problems but it isn't sharp enough to cut your finger if you run it along the blade. It is NOT full tang, if you unwrap the handle you can see where the handle and blade are welded together. The sheath is garbage but with some super glue it will last.
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Technically it is probably OK, it would be a judgement call by the screener. Is it worth losing it? As far as travelling internationally, it is a crap shoot. I had a similar multi-tool without a blade on my keychain and when I went through screening it was flagged. I tried to explain it didn't have a knife, but the screener just kept pointing to a picture of a leatherman, so I lost it.
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I've had no issues with it. This is the same clip my handgun instructor uses too. He and I both like it. It requires some practice to be sure, but the ease of concealment is fantastic. Most people assume it's only a knife!
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I got mine for temporary outside the wall install (into studs with three lags through back) as I am also selling my place in a few months. It is sealed, but since the door can be opened with a good prybar, or easily attacked with a hand drill at the lock, or the whole thing can be pulled off a wall and carried away, this cabinet depends more on concealment than resistance to brute strength. So of the main safety attribute is the hidden nature.So as a temporary use outside the wall it is ok but not great. Also keep in mind that "California approval" is based on specified INSIDE the wall installation and your legal exposure/risk maybe higher since you are not suing it in the approved way. I got mine for temporary outside the wall install (into studs with three lags through back) as I am also selling my place in a few months. It is sealed, but since the door can be opened with a good prybar, or easily attacked with a hand drill at the lock, or the whole thing can be pulled off a wall and carried away, this cabinet depends more on concealment than resistance to brute strength. So of the main safety attribute is the hidden nature.So as a temporary use outside the wall it is ok but not great. Also keep in mind that "California approval" is based on specified... » Read More I got mine for temporary outside the wall install (into studs with three lags through back) as I am also selling my place in a few months. It is sealed, but since the door can be opened with a good prybar, or easily attacked with a hand drill at the lock, or the whole thing can be pulled off a wall and carried away, this cabinet depends more on concealment than resistance to brute strength. So of the main safety attribute is the hidden nature.So as a temporary use outside the wall it is ok but not great. Also keep in mind that "California approval" is based on specified INSIDE the wall installation and your legal exposure/risk maybe higher since you are not suing it in the approved way. « Show Less
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It is a blade encased in a large key. You can see the blade when it is closed. This is a handy tool, and I now use it as a gift. However, I do not think it would pass a security check at an airport or a court house.
172445
The finish does seem to keep finger prints off a little better, but it is not finger print PROOF. It does clean up easier than 1st generation brushed steel. I think for the money though, its a decent product. I hope this helps.
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I use a skinning knife with a rounded point, but for processing it works great. The blade is not very flexible, so if your wanting to butcher small game or fish the regular model would work better. The handle gives you a good grip on the knife even when covered in blood and slime, better then any i have ever used and Clean-up has never been a real problem. They are scary sharp and easy to keep that way with a little 600 grit wet/dry paper and a leather strop or belt. Mora are some of the best working knife I've ever used (and I've used a lot). I also do the hot vinegar to all my Mora's tho it is not needed (search youtube for hot vinegar patina). Buy a few, you won't be sorry. I use a skinning knife with a rounded point, but for processing it works great. The blade is not very flexible, so if your wanting to butcher small game or fish the regular model would work better. The handle gives you a good grip on the knife even when covered in blood and slime, better then any i have ever used and Clean-up has never been a real problem. They are scary sharp and easy to keep that way with a little 600 grit wet/dry paper and a leather strop or belt. Mora are some of the best working knife I've ever used (and I've used a lot). I also do the hot vinegar to all my Mora's tho... » Read More I use a skinning knife with a rounded point, but for processing it works great. The blade is not very flexible, so if your wanting to butcher small game or fish the regular model would work better. The handle gives you a good grip on the knife even when covered in blood and slime, better then any i have ever used and Clean-up has never been a real problem. They are scary sharp and easy to keep that way with a little 600 grit wet/dry paper and a leather strop or belt. Mora are some of the best working knife I've ever used (and I've used a lot). I also do the hot vinegar to all my Mora's tho it is not needed (search youtube for hot vinegar patina). Buy a few, you won't be sorry. « Show Less
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Edge retention is amazingly good. I have it now almost a year and have only needed to do light touch-ups now and then. I use it almost every day and I am amazed at how little I have to sharpen it. I live in Germany and also bought a sharpening system from Spyderco, which my mom still has at her house in Florida. I have been sharpening it half-ass using the underside of a coffee cup every few months and like I said, is still very sharp. The wide blade is the only thing that bothers me sometimes, not always easy to cut things when space is limited to get a blade between things. But overall it is a great knife. Edge retention is amazingly good. I have it now almost a year and have only needed to do light touch-ups now and then. I use it almost every day and I am amazed at how little I have to sharpen it. I live in Germany and also bought a sharpening system from Spyderco, which my mom still has at her house in Florida. I have been sharpening it half-ass using the underside of a coffee cup every few months and like I said, is still very sharp. The wide blade is the only thing that bothers me sometimes, not always easy to cut things when space is limited to get a blade between things.... » Read More Edge retention is amazingly good. I have it now almost a year and have only needed to do light touch-ups now and then. I use it almost every day and I am amazed at how little I have to sharpen it. I live in Germany and also bought a sharpening system from Spyderco, which my mom still has at her house in Florida. I have been sharpening it half-ass using the underside of a coffee cup every few months and like I said, is still very sharp. The wide blade is the only thing that bothers me sometimes, not always easy to cut things when space is limited to get a blade between things. But overall it is a great knife. « Show Less
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If it is a good quality stainless steel blade and the cross guard is metal, you are safe to swing it around and even hit light objects like boxes and small branches. This is because even if it isn't a full tang, if it is a bolted or partial tang in a METAL guard, it will holdup pretty good. Then again, I heard this one has a heavy blade so just be careful, but I have seen some test videos where it held up chopping some branches and being swung at a stump.
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The tip is pointed and as such is a little sharp the edges are basically shaped but unfinished and not sharpened. you wouldn't want to hit anything with it but if you rub your hand on it it is not going to cut you. However, it is a big piece of metal and could easily be sharpened up if that was your desire.
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I've found that it's good for impacts, I bought mine for protection from bokken strikes and it's great for that. It could probably save you from a few slashes but it would get shredded. Stabing could be problematic, the seems between the pads are tough but I think a fixed blade or a double edged blade would penetrate it. To be clear I have only taken blunt object strikes in mine. The only body armor I KNOW will stop blades is chainmail and Dragonscale.
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The exposed edge is definitely susceptible to dings. I have a small ding at that very spot! However, I love being able to stash my work ID and 2 credit cards in there and so I am now super careful to keep the phone in a pocket or bag when running.
2161613
Sorry, but I can't really answer this one. I bought it and put it into my collection. Because it is a "coating" I never carry it. I stickto non- scratchable finishes for daily carries.