Re: Scrapper 6 Weight
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09/17/06 10:58 PM
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The main scenario I can envision is backpacking long distances. Even then, I think it is really just an individual's choice. I believe most people will carry whatever size blade they are comfortable with and won't be hassled by authorities. This harkens to the old question; "if you could carry only one knife, what would it be?". I think most folks would want a larger blade a.k.a. survival knife when they are in a wilderness setting.
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Re: Scrapper 6 Weight
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09/18/06 12:00 AM
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Thats along my line of thought...I can't recall a time I chose a blade to carry because it was light....if the weight of a blade determines if one is going to carry it, I would recommend some more physical activities for that individual...
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Re: Scrapper 6 Weight
[Re: Gravelface]
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09/18/06 04:23 AM
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does the weight of a blade actually matter? What scenario would dictate picking the lightest blade possible. Does the few oz. really determine if I am going to pack a certain knife or does mission dictate the blade? The reason I asked is I know that the Rec-C weighs less than Micarta, and I wanted to know by how much. Sometimes I take walks in the country where I live, and so far the longest I've gone is 6 miles. If I'm that far from home, I like to have a good sized knife just in case I need it. The most likely reason I would need it would be for defense against a dog or something. I'm probably not going to be building an emergency shelter or anything. It will probably never leave the sheath. But I wanted to know how many ounces that would save over the M6. Not much, but if it's something you probably won't even use, it's better to pick the lighter option.
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Re: Scrapper 6 Weight
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09/18/06 10:13 AM
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Dog vs Scrapper 6 or Rat Mastiff......hmm I think I would pack the Mastiff for a 6 mile hump. If your talking to difference between 30lbs and 45lbs ok, you might want to lighten the load, but not the knife. If it to be carried on a sheath around your waist, you will never notice it. If you are carrying it for 6 miles in your hands........get a sheath!....and belt! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Scrapper 6 Weight
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09/18/06 10:19 AM
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Andy - again, the choice is yours. I don't think a couple of ounces makes that big a difference for your use. However, to me the key word is "probably". You "probably" won't be building an emergency shelter, etc. In terms of being prepared for unforseen events, you should allow for possible situations. Many folks have found themselves in precarious situations close to home or camp. ANY knife is better than NO knife; I personally opt for a larger blade such as my BattleRat or Fallkniven Thor when I am out in my "south forty", and I only own 165 acres. To each his own I guess. Tom <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Scrapper 6 Weight
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09/18/06 11:52 AM
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165 acres!!! Tom, I would probably use a 4 wheeler or horse...that being the case I just may pack 3 knives...and a rifle....."just in case"
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Re: Scrapper 6 Weight
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09/18/06 12:07 PM
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when I am out in my "south forty", and I only own 165 acres. To each his own I guess. Tom <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> Hey, Tom. Do you ever see any wild hogs down in that part of MO? I had buddies who hunted Russian Boar near my old home along the NC/TN border. The hogs were PLENTIFUL (and invasive, and destructive, and nasty-mean.) I was looking at the range of feral hogs on the MO Conservation site since I had thought about hunting and it sonds like they are more sporadic here. In fact, they stated that the scarcity made hunting solely for hogs frustrating but to plan on shooting them on site when hunting other game. What's your experience? -Stacey
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Re: Scrapper 6 Weight
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09/18/06 02:38 PM
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SR dogg...I am ignorant of busse knives, what is that green monster in your picture?.....and how much you want for it? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> sorry took me a while to get back here... that be a HOGFSH. i saw a pic of that thick green beast and had to have her -- i'm in the process of trying to rub all the green off the old fashioned way, but i hardly ever make it up to the hills, so it may take a while...
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Re: Scrapper 6 Weight
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09/18/06 02:39 PM
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Stacey - I have not found any trace of wild hogs on my property, but they have been a problem a few miles from here. Maybe only a matter of time - new hunting opportunities! The armadillos now provide occasional target practice for my Ruger P89, along with possums and raccoons. I have even nailed a couple of skunks - I was upwind of them. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />
GF - anytime I take my dogs for a walk I carry the aformentioned Ruger 9mm. I even take it with me when I go fishing on my pond ~3 acres, for the occasional snake. If I find signs or hear of any hogs or other types of mean, nasty, and destructive creatures in my area, I will switch to carrying my 44magnum and/or a short-barreled 12 gauge shotgun. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> Tom
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Re: Scrapper 6 Weight
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09/18/06 02:43 PM
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sr77Dogg - that HOGFSH is one impressive blade !!! Wouldn't it be great if the Yard came out with their version, but more priced for the masses !?
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Re: Scrapper 6 Weight
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09/18/06 02:45 PM
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hmm... seems like a .44 and a 12ga. shottie would take care of pretty much anything smaller than a polar bear...
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Re: Scrapper 6 Weight
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sr77Dogg - that HOGFSH is one impressive blade !!! Wouldn't it be great if the Yard came out with their version, but more priced for the masses !? fer shure!! oh, what i wouldn't do for a 5/16" (or thicker!) chunk of SR-77... i can't think of anything i'd rather have, right off hand. It might not be as stain resistant as infi or hold an edge as long, but for sheer toughness, what could be better than S7??? we should start a petition... btw, does the Yard do custom-shop stuff?
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