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Posted: **Tue Dec 15, 2020 2:32 am**

Anyone like the new line of USSF knives and products Ka-Bar is releasing. I bought shirts and hats for me and my best man for my wedding rehearsal. Now they have a folder, fixed blade and entry tool. The fixed blade already sold out on one website. Get them while you can!

Posted: **Tue Dec 15, 2020 4:20 am**

Are Kabar items still manufactured in USA ?
kj

Posted: **Tue Dec 15, 2020 4:34 am**

Some are made in the USA (most fixed blades) , some are made in Taiwan (most folders and the TDI line except the TDI cane - USA), some in China (the cheapee 3 knife throwing set for example) , some clothing items are from places such as El Salvador, Bangladesh.

Every item on their website has the country of origin listed under the specs section.

Posted: **Tue Dec 15, 2020 5:07 am**

At first I didn't like the blue, but the more I look at them the more I like them. To the point now that I will probably end up buying one of the fixed blades.

Posted: **Tue Dec 15, 2020 8:47 am**

kootenay joe wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 4:20 am Are Kabar items still manufactured in USA ?
kj

Roland;
The Corser Folder is made in Taiwan.
The Bridge Breacher Tool is made in U.S.A.
The Fixed Blade is made in U.S.A. However, the sheath is made in Taiwan.

The total cost of all three from Ka-Bar is: $236.40
The total cost from SMKW is: $177.97 includes free delivery. (In stock at this time)
They can even be found for a few dollars less at other locations.

Dan

Posted: **Tue Dec 15, 2020 12:53 pm**

I think the Bridge Breacher would be a good tool for my farm work backpack. Don't know if the cutting part could replace a hatchet, however. But, it should be pretty decent for prying, hacking, and chopping aside from that.

Definitely gonna have to get the "Space-Bar" due to the bright blue handle. I like colors I can't lose.

The Corser--I like the handle color, but I'm still pretty lukewarm on tantos. Why not a Dozier?

Posted: **Tue Dec 15, 2020 1:57 pm**

Pass.
Just not my thing. Don't care for the blue, either.
But that's me.
More for everybody else!!

Posted: **Tue Dec 15, 2020 6:39 pm**

Old Folder wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 8:47 am
kootenay joe wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 4:20 am Are Kabar items still manufactured in USA ?
kj
Roland;
The Corser Folder is made in Taiwan.
The Bridge Breacher Tool is made in U.S.A.
The Fixed Blade is made in U.S.A. However, the sheath is made in Taiwan.

The total cost of all three from Ka-Bar is: $236.40
The total cost from SMKW is: $177.97 includes free delivery. (In stock at this time)
They can even be found for a few dollars less at other locations.

Dan

I paid around $155 including delivery from GP Knives, but I think the fixed blade is sold out already. KnifeCenter has the trio, priced just slightly higher.

Posted: **Tue Dec 15, 2020 7:21 pm**

1967redrider wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 6:39 pm
Old Folder wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 8:47 am
kootenay joe wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 4:20 am Are Kabar items still manufactured in USA ?
kj
Roland;
The Corser Folder is made in Taiwan.
The Bridge Breacher Tool is made in U.S.A.
The Fixed Blade is made in U.S.A. However, the sheath is made in Taiwan.

The total cost of all three from Ka-Bar is: $236.40
The total cost from SMKW is: $177.97 includes free delivery. (In stock at this time)
They can even be found for a few dollars less at other locations.

Dan

I paid around $155 including delivery from GP Knives, but I think the fixed blade is sold out already. KnifeCenter has the trio, priced just slightly higher.

That's an excellent price.

This assembly would make a beautiful shadow box display. Add the Ka-Bar patch and the official USSF patch.

Dan

Posted: **Wed Dec 16, 2020 12:14 am**

Old Folder wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 7:21 pm
1967redrider wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 6:39 pm
Old Folder wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 8:47 am
Roland;
The Corser Folder is made in Taiwan.
The Bridge Breacher Tool is made in U.S.A.
The Fixed Blade is made in U.S.A. However, the sheath is made in Taiwan.

The total cost of all three from Ka-Bar is: $236.40
The total cost from SMKW is: $177.97 includes free delivery. (In stock at this time)
They can even be found for a few dollars less at other locations.

Dan

I paid around $155 including delivery from GP Knives, but I think the fixed blade is sold out already. KnifeCenter has the trio, priced just slightly higher.
That's an excellent price.
This assembly would make a beautiful shadow box display. Add the Ka-Bar patch and the official USSF patch.

Dan

I like your thinking, Dan.

Posted: **Wed Dec 16, 2020 9:58 pm**

1967redrider wrote: ↑Wed Dec 16, 2020 12:14 am
Old Folder wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 7:21 pm
1967redrider wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 6:39 pm

I paid around $155 including delivery from GP Knives, but I think the fixed blade is sold out already. KnifeCenter has the trio, priced just slightly higher.
That's an excellent price.
This assembly would make a beautiful shadow box display. Add the Ka-Bar patch and the official USSF patch.

Dan

I like your thinking, Dan.

Thanks redrider.
Here are the patches I mentioned above.
The Ka-Bar patch is available through the www.KaBar.com website:

And the official USSF patch is available from amazon.com

Posted: **Wed Dec 16, 2020 10:35 pm**

Sure does resemble the old Star Trek uniform insignia.

Posted: **Wed Dec 16, 2020 10:44 pm**

zzyzzogeton wrote: ↑Wed Dec 16, 2020 10:35 pm Sure does resemble the old Star Trek uniform insignia.

“Live Long and Prosper.”

Dan

Posted: **Wed Dec 16, 2020 10:51 pm**

Old Folder wrote: ↑Wed Dec 16, 2020 9:58 pm
1967redrider wrote: ↑Wed Dec 16, 2020 12:14 am
Old Folder wrote: ↑Tue Dec 15, 2020 7:21 pm

That's an excellent price.
This assembly would make a beautiful shadow box display. Add the Ka-Bar patch and the official USSF patch.

Dan

I like your thinking, Dan.
Thanks redrider.
Here are the patches I mentioned above.
The Ka-Bar patch is available through the www.KaBar.com website:

kaBar patch ussf.jpg

And the official USSF patch is available from amazon.com

USSF OFFICIAL PATCH.jpg

Thanks, Dan!

Posted: **Tue Jan 05, 2021 11:32 pm**

I have the entire set of three now.

Working on the shadow box display, I'll post soon when finished.

I know a few aapk members have purchased the KA-BAR 1313SF fixed blade.
If you want to add a little gripping power and eye candy to the handle just purchase a good quality #15 o-ring set.

vive la différence.

Dan

Posted: **Wed Jan 06, 2021 1:33 am**

I buy old for the most part. I can’t stand Kabar’s new knives and I dislike plastic.

Posted: **Wed Jan 06, 2021 2:29 am**

Thanks for the tip, Dan.

Posted: **Wed Jan 06, 2021 5:31 am**

Like the knives but the blue just doesn't trip my trigger.

Posted: **Fri Jan 08, 2021 7:32 pm**

Finished my "Shadow Boxes" yesterday.

Dan

Posted: **Sat Jan 09, 2021 5:20 am**

That looks cool, Dan!

Posted: **Sun Jan 31, 2021 4:28 pm**

On the back of the new SMKW catalog I just received.

Posted: **Sat Mar 27, 2021 4:53 pm**

Just did a pre-order for #4. Believe it or not, this is my first Karambit.

Posted: **Sat Mar 27, 2021 6:08 pm**

1967redrider wrote: ↑Sat Mar 27, 2021 4:53 pm Just did a pre-order for #4. Believe it or not, this is my first Karambit.

I have no trouble believing that John,

I don't have any Karambits and likely never will. No matter how hard I try I can't come up with a good use for them.

I suppose the original thinking was a slashing weapon, but seeing as I don't plan on doing a lot of slashing I'll leave em' for others. I certainly can see you wanting that particular Karambit to complete the blue set, but in general they just don't ring my bell, to each his own though! I'm sure plenty of folks don't understand my obsession with stilettos, so I'm the last guy to judge others on their choices! Please post some pics when you have em' all together!

Posted: **Sat Mar 27, 2021 6:46 pm**

Madmarco wrote: ↑Sat Mar 27, 2021 6:08 pm
1967redrider wrote: ↑Sat Mar 27, 2021 4:53 pm Just did a pre-order for #4. Believe it or not, this is my first Karambit.
,,,snip... I don't have any Karambits and likely never will. No matter how hard I try I can't come up with a good use for them. ,,,snip....

In addition to their designed usage, the TDI knives make great box cutters. That's what I use mine for, With the kydex sheath on your belt, it's a simple pull/cut/sheath process and the curved handle puts the cutting edge/tip in the right position with less wrist strain. At least for me. YMMV.

Posted: **Sat Mar 27, 2021 6:47 pm**

Madmarco wrote: ↑Sat Mar 27, 2021 6:08 pm
1967redrider wrote: ↑Sat Mar 27, 2021 4:53 pm Just did a pre-order for #4. Believe it or not, this is my first Karambit.
I have no trouble believing that John, I don't have any Karambits and likely never will. No matter how hard I try I can't come up with a good use for them. I suppose the original thinking was a slashing weapon, but seeing as I don't plan on doing a lot of slashing I'll leave em' for others. I certainly can see you wanting that particular Karambit to complete the blue set, but in general they just don't ring my bell, to each his own though! I'm sure plenty of folks don't understand my obsession with stilettos, so I'm the last guy to judge others on their choices! Please post some pics when you have em' all together!

Will do, Mark. I'm hoping it is small enough to use a dog tag type chain and make a neck knife out of it.

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