Backup knife for police duty (self-defense) - wich steel?

[koolstof]

Yes, I completely a agree with Mr. Shang Chi. Even the most highend blade needs a trained and skillfull hand to really shine. Hardware without decent control is of little real value to its owner. Thanks for the fresh input.

-koolstof from Belgium: "a high-end blade will be worth its high purchase price in the end, if used and maintained properly, a good knife is irreplacable and beautifull, its simplicity is part of its effectiveness."-

[kraziekurtis]

<i>no VG-10 as I already own a few VG-10 folders</i>

You eliminated your best choice with that <img src="sad.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0> Except it has also been made in Gin 1 and ATS-55 <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>

[koolstof]

Thanks for your valuable insights all!

-koolstof from Belgium: "a high-end blade will be worth its high purchase price in the end, if used and maintained properly, a good knife is irreplacable and beautifull, its simplicity is part of its effectiveness."-

[glockman99]

Get yourself a Military, some GOOD "knife-training", and be done with it. You really don't need to look beyond a Military, as that is one stout, impressive folder that would serve you very well.

Dann Fassnacht Aberdeen, WA glockman99@hotmail.com ICQ: 53675663