First of all, I do NOT advocate someone intentionally endangering themselves in order to test any of this. That being said, I would like your feedback:
In having to fight, hand to hand, the following known wild and deadly animals, what particular Spyderco knife would you consider would be best in fending off such critters?
1 Bears (Polar, Brown Bear/Grizzly/Black Bear/Any)
2 Large carnivorous cats (lions, tigers, mountain lions, leopards, lynx, any)
3 Sharks (Great White, Bull, Tiger, Blue, Mako, Any)
4 Alligators/Crocodiles
5 Snakes (any, from anacondas and pythons to rattlers and sea snakes)
6 Wolves, coyotes, or even wild dogs (canines)
What would be best? Enduras? Matriarchs, Hawkbill ones like Tasman Salt, or fixed blades like the Jump Master or Aqua Salt? Feel free to name any of the Spyderco knives that you think would give the best liklihood of survival.
Spyderco Knives vs Dangerous Animal Attacks!
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SpyderEdgeForever
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Something else: Please share the various tactics and methods, in using said knives, would be most effective in fighting off wild beasts.
Example: Say I'm in the back country and I'm charged by a full grown grizzly, and all I have on me is a Pacific Salt folder. Would I make a loud "rarrrr" noise at him and try to go for the bear's throat, or the legs, or what? That sort of thing. Like with sharks I heard you would want to go for the gills and eyes and nose.
Example: Say I'm in the back country and I'm charged by a full grown grizzly, and all I have on me is a Pacific Salt folder. Would I make a loud "rarrrr" noise at him and try to go for the bear's throat, or the legs, or what? That sort of thing. Like with sharks I heard you would want to go for the gills and eyes and nose.
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True dat.chuck_roxas45 wrote:I'd take an AK-47...
With the exceptions or mid-size cat or snakes any creature above that decides its not going to kill you and run away, your chances are slim.
There is always a story of success and often it's a series of lucky dice rolls. Humans are slow, weak, and clumsy. We didn't get to the top of the food chain via melee prowess.
Well, from what I've seen on the forums here, a SE Endura has worked well in the past against snakes.
http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthre ... ight=snake
http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthre ... ight=snake
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they say if you smear enough bacon grease on your knife ( or handgun) you might be able to throw it to the Grizzly and make your getaway while he's sniffing it. I'm not sure if yelling "raaarrrr!!" is going to help or make the bear laugh. It did me. :)
Joe
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"A Mastiff is to a dog what a Lion is to a housecat. He stands alone and all others sink before him. His courage does not exceed temper and generosity, and in attachment he equals the kindest of his race" Cynographia Britannic 1800
"Unless you're the lead dog the view is pretty much gonna stay the same!"
"Unless you're the lead dog the view is pretty much gonna stay the same!"
When I am testing a knife against a wild animal such as a bear, I never look
directly into their eyes. Try to deflect their anger by changing the subject. Ask
to see their knife collection. Tell a joke. If he starts to laugh, then you have
already begun to win the fight. A little humor goes a long way, especially with
a mad bear.
Slowly, try to work your hand down to your Yojimbo or Military. If he is watching
your hand, then act like your are simple scratching yourself. A bear will mimick
your actions and might begin to scratch himself as well. Any diversion is to your
benefit.
Talk about sports. Say "How bout them Cowboys". Try to get yourself out of there
by doing this. Yawn slowly and say "Hey, look at the time, I really should be going.
You take care of yourself bear." Then slowly try to move away.
If the bear begin to move toward you with angry motions and growls, do this. It is
very important.Quickly call your wife on your cell phone. Tell her that you love her
and the kids. Tell her that your grey suit is your favorite before hanging up. Then
slowly bend down moving your lips closer to your backside. You will soon be
kissing it goodbye.
directly into their eyes. Try to deflect their anger by changing the subject. Ask
to see their knife collection. Tell a joke. If he starts to laugh, then you have
already begun to win the fight. A little humor goes a long way, especially with
a mad bear.
Slowly, try to work your hand down to your Yojimbo or Military. If he is watching
your hand, then act like your are simple scratching yourself. A bear will mimick
your actions and might begin to scratch himself as well. Any diversion is to your
benefit.
Talk about sports. Say "How bout them Cowboys". Try to get yourself out of there
by doing this. Yawn slowly and say "Hey, look at the time, I really should be going.
You take care of yourself bear." Then slowly try to move away.
If the bear begin to move toward you with angry motions and growls, do this. It is
very important.Quickly call your wife on your cell phone. Tell her that you love her
and the kids. Tell her that your grey suit is your favorite before hanging up. Then
slowly bend down moving your lips closer to your backside. You will soon be
kissing it goodbye.
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araneae
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:D Good answer.BAL wrote:When I am testing a knife against a wild animal such as a bear, I never look
directly into their eyes. Try to deflect their anger by changing the subject. Ask
to see their knife collection. Tell a joke. If he starts to laugh, then you have
already begun to win the fight. A little humor goes a long way, especially with
a mad bear.
Slowly, try to work your hand down to your Yojimbo or Military. If he is watching
your hand, then act like your are simple scratching yourself. A bear will mimick
your actions and might begin to scratch himself as well. Any diversion is to your
benefit.
Talk about sports. Say "How bout them Cowboys". Try to get yourself out of there
by doing this. Yawn slowly and say "Hey, look at the time, I really should be going.
You take care of yourself bear." Then slowly try to move away.
If the bear begin to move toward you with angry motions and growls, do this. It is
very important.Quickly call your wife on your cell phone. Tell her that you love her
and the kids. Tell her that your grey suit is your favorite before hanging up. Then
slowly bend down moving your lips closer to your backside. You will soon be
kissing it goodbye.
So many knives, so few pockets... :)
-Nick
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The "Spirit" of the design does not come through unless used. -Sal
-Nick
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The "Spirit" of the design does not come through unless used. -Sal
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Now that I have Bear, my 18 lb. Pekingese, I no longer worry about such things. He sincerely believes himself to be the living incarnation of the mythical Foo Dog.
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