I wonder if the dodo is in fact the thinking man,s krambit . Around here the krambit would excite the local Gendarmes quite a bit, a dodo is wellbelow radar ,& looks cute ,plus it has a lot of utility potential. I,ve always been a lover of long handles & shorter blades . 2.5 to 3 inches is ok by me (except for bread slicing).
Any chance of MBC training sites in Canada? If it ever happens count me in.
Dodo as Krambit
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Dear CDF:
You're a man after my own heart.
I mentioned on a previous thread that I have been playing with the Dodo a lot lately and find it to have many of the advantages of the kerambit without the disadvantages. I am also working on modifying a Dodo to make it a bit more "kerambbalicious."
Many traditional kerambits did not have rings, and they worked just fine. The presence of a ring may also cause other problems, but I'd rather not comment on that in an open forum.
Dodo on!
Stay safe,
mike j
You're a man after my own heart.
I mentioned on a previous thread that I have been playing with the Dodo a lot lately and find it to have many of the advantages of the kerambit without the disadvantages. I am also working on modifying a Dodo to make it a bit more "kerambbalicious."
Many traditional kerambits did not have rings, and they worked just fine. The presence of a ring may also cause other problems, but I'd rather not comment on that in an open forum.
Dodo on!
Stay safe,
mike j
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The Dodo certainly wears many hats, and is a wonderful little knife.
Though it might not be my first self-defense knife choice, I'd certainly not feel unarmed if it was all I had.
And yes, I agree with using it as a karambit; with that wicked, little blade jutting out the bottom of a fist, it would be a major force multiplier to a jab punch.
I love the Dodo's handle, and believe it's the key to the knife's success and appeal.
And, as was already pointed out, the Dodo, especially in it's blue handle decor, doesn't scream "weapon". Rather, it looks kind of like a....carpet cutter or something.
Sniper -- One Shot, One Kill Email: ST8PEN01@aol.com
Though it might not be my first self-defense knife choice, I'd certainly not feel unarmed if it was all I had.
And yes, I agree with using it as a karambit; with that wicked, little blade jutting out the bottom of a fist, it would be a major force multiplier to a jab punch.
I love the Dodo's handle, and believe it's the key to the knife's success and appeal.
And, as was already pointed out, the Dodo, especially in it's blue handle decor, doesn't scream "weapon". Rather, it looks kind of like a....carpet cutter or something.
Sniper -- One Shot, One Kill Email: ST8PEN01@aol.com
Hi Mike,
>Once I've got one tuned the way I want it, I'll post details and pictures.
I am looking forward to seeing the results.
>I'm waiting on some raw materials from a knifemaking supply house to finish the job.
I had mine apart over the weekend to tune up the lock a bit. As received, it was just *barely* locking up. Some work with the diamond stone and spyderstones to smooth up the tang and it is looking pretty good. For the tinkerer in me, this is a really interesting design. Simply buying two slabs of G-10, a bit of careful drilling and some shaping, and one can have a completely different handle shape using the basic BB lock frame and blade. It almost invites modification!
Best regards
Clinton
>Once I've got one tuned the way I want it, I'll post details and pictures.
I am looking forward to seeing the results.
>I'm waiting on some raw materials from a knifemaking supply house to finish the job.
I had mine apart over the weekend to tune up the lock a bit. As received, it was just *barely* locking up. Some work with the diamond stone and spyderstones to smooth up the tang and it is looking pretty good. For the tinkerer in me, this is a really interesting design. Simply buying two slabs of G-10, a bit of careful drilling and some shaping, and one can have a completely different handle shape using the basic BB lock frame and blade. It almost invites modification!
Best regards
Clinton