i've seen rigid rubber cold steel knives before. is this pliable? like, could you bend it? or could you make and indentation in it with your nail?
1610452
A very still plastic knife. Was able to bend the whole blade only an inch and a half. I cannot make an indentation anywhere on it.
1610453
It is bendable but you won't leave an indentation with your nail in it. I like it because I wanted something firmer than some of the flimsy rubber knives I have used. The only thing about this knife is that it is a larger knife. I would guess its total length is about 12 inches with about a 7.5 inch blade. I still think it is a good training knife but might also recommend something smaller to train with...something more like the size of a pocket knife or switch blade since these may be more commonly used in a street fight.
1610454
It flexes a tiny bit, not much. Also, can't make an indentation with your nail.
355201
They don't make hammers out of aluminum for a reason. If the tang extended beyond the aluminum it would be a different story. You'll just end up ruining your knife.
1917858
No, although to my knowledge the cold steel is a full flat grind. Though if you really wanted a convex edge, just put one on it by sharpening it with sand paper on a soft yet firm surface.
1507825
I cut mine with scissors. It is solid plastic but still a little flexible and not really thick. A utility knife should work, too.
153133
no not that flexiable, the silicone blade is but not the handle and holder. you would have to go from side to side on the curve
1149903
I just use a regular steel and it works great. Use the angle you would for any knife.
1011658
Mine has not bent or collected any damage since purchasing it. It won't bend by sheer human force alone, but it would probably bend if not snap if used to pry something. As long as it is not misused then it won't break easily. While its a good knife I wouldn't want it as my only tool depending on whatever survivor situation is in mind. It would fit best for cutting threads and maybe cutting small game. I would suggest not fighting a bear with it.
722531
The blade will flex slightly using just your hands but I agree it's no fillet knife. There are probably much better specialized boning knives. This is one of the best "generalist" knives I've found though - highly recommended.
190709
As far as I know all cold steel fixed blade knives are full tang. I own this knife and it appears to have a hidden tang with two hex screws and the end cap attached to the tang
2119432
Not sure what you would have to be doing to bend and break a knife, I use mine for gardening, camping and fishing, no issues at all. The carbon steel knives are thinner and hold their edge better, but rust like crazy in salt water. I wouldn't use carbon steel for fishing, other than that I prefer it. Certainly different metals have different properties, but if you're using these knives for their intended purpose, I can't imagine one breaking.
983365
Although I have not taken this knife apart, once you get it, if you do, you will notice that it seems to be one piece of steel. Think of a Kabaar. I am not sure that the knife you have is the same knife I have. I have seen them (and bought them) before that are not the same. I would use my knife if I had to, but against a bear ? Does your knife have a thumb groove on the blade ? Mine does, first knife I have seen with one. I would not worry about the blade snapping but I have bought replicas like it where I would.
1503976
The knife seems to be high quality, and is stainless steel. I haven't tried to sharpen it yet, but it should be as easy as any knife. A honing steel can also be used if you take care to follow the curved edge.
2034305
It is rigid - there is no flexibility in this blade at all. To give you an idea, the base of the 'unsharpened side' is 2 mm thick stainless steel and the sword weighs just under 1.5 lbs without the scabbard and tassel. Not full tang and not for cutting, but still - it does not feel flimsy or cheap when used for forms practice. A decent buy for $50.
1233737
I wouldn't. I've owned several swiss army knives, they have all been quote easy to open. It will loosen up eventually.
1749071
djd is dead on. Do not do this. Just because a knife is made with steel that will hold an edge does not mean that you should engage in activities that are specifically designed to destroy the edge. Get polypropylene or wood.
2119433
I haven't had any issues with any of my Mora knives. Stainless or carbon steal. But than I haven't tried to bend or brake any of them.
321211
The blade would break before the lock gave way. It's much like Cold Steel's Triad Lock. There's no way to accidently close this knife. If you ever handle one and try to close it, you'll instantly see what I mean. Get it. It's awesome!