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Post by Pinpin on Jun 20, 2012 8:34:55 GMT -7
Can someone explain to me why it is some blades come serrated? Most aren't teeth, no good for cutting word or such. Why have them? What are they good for? What will it do that a straight blade won't?
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Post by wtrfwlr on Jun 20, 2012 9:14:16 GMT -7
Because people think they look wicked cool or tactical. Bunch of BS that sells knives.
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Post by WILL on Jun 20, 2012 9:19:13 GMT -7
They cut faster than strait edges and generally hold an edge longer because the serration tips protect the cutting surfaces. On the down side is that they are almost impossible to re-sharpen in the field.
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Post by pathwinder14 on Jun 20, 2012 9:25:05 GMT -7
They are for emergency dis-embarkation. They cut straps and ropes faster if you're hung up. They can be sharpened in the field by diamond rod (Lansky's or Smith's pocket pal).
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Post by ccove on Jun 20, 2012 11:56:36 GMT -7
I like some of the combo blades. They really do cut rope faster.
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Post by offtrail on Jun 20, 2012 12:35:29 GMT -7
I can't stand serrated blades and will not buy one.I feel they are worthless and just don't cut like a straight edge does.
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Post by garret on Jun 20, 2012 17:34:46 GMT -7
when i used to do a lot of boating and canoeing i always had a dedicated serrated blade for cutting ropes and things, that is the only reason i ever had one, other than that it is straight edge blades all the way
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Post by jimmyq on Jun 20, 2012 19:34:31 GMT -7
I agree, the Smith's pocket pal can do a decent job. I think the serrate blade (think miracle or ginsu knives) have their purpose but bushcrafting isnt it.
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Post by scoper27 on Jun 21, 2012 4:41:27 GMT -7
Garret and pathwinder said it all. If you need to get out of deep s$%t real fast you will want serrations.
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Post by mud on Jun 21, 2012 5:56:49 GMT -7
Serrations were designed for cutting fiberous material. They allow smaller portions of what is to be cut into he valleys of the blade. While you are cutting smaller portions that generally makes it easier and more efficient, the reasoning is simple. The valleys prevent the fibers you are cutting to roll on the blaade edge. Even a razor sharp blade will allow some rolling and the less tightly woven and more limber the material, the more likely it is to roll serrations simply prevent it to a good degree. I have only one serrated knife never sharpened but still cuts rope and nylon webbing very well. It lives clipped in my truck to cut seatbelts.
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Post by lonewufcry on Jun 21, 2012 14:12:27 GMT -7
well with all that has been said here i agree why to have one on hand. it come down to a personal preference. I have a split one i carry everywhere in my pocket and it had gotten me out of a few jams but I also carry a strait edge on my belt.
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Post by Jack Aubrey on Jun 26, 2012 6:55:36 GMT -7
Don't care for 'em myself, but if you like 'em then rock on! One warning: I have heard that serration tips can snap off under heavy use and I've seen a couple of serrated knives where the tips were broken off, one of which was a Benchmade!
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Post by graf on Jun 26, 2012 8:56:25 GMT -7
I agree that serations cut faster and can save your straight edge for other work. One point not brought up is stabbing or slicing someone with a serated edge makes stitching or suituring very difficult due to the jagged cut thats one of the reasons more and more tactical knives have been implementing them.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 26, 2012 10:09:47 GMT -7
I think they have there place ,Just not on my knife
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Post by crashdive123 on Jun 26, 2012 15:47:09 GMT -7
I disagree with the theory that serrations cut faster than a straight blade. While it may cut differently, if you have a sharp straight blade - you know - scary sharp - it will cut just fine.
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