A combat knife is the earliest element of human defense or attack, the very first weapon that man made and began to use. After many years, the improvement of many types of weapons, the possibilities of their use, the combat knife was not lost among the many types of weapons and became a truly faithful companion of strong men.

Behind last decade their appearance has remained virtually unchanged. Of course, taking into account the development modern technologies The principles of approaches to making knives have changed, and better materials have begun to be used. In the manufacture of modern knives, methods of ergonomics and convenience for the owner are increasingly being used.

Combat bladed weapons in shape and in general are somewhat similar to a predatory shark, which appeared one of the first among predators and managed to survive in modern times. aquatic environment is one of the most dangerous predators.

According to some experts, it is believed that the value of a combat knife is modern combat minimal.

When performing special tasks, a combat knife is almost indispensable.

A combat knife used by special forces is, one might say, a piece product. During its manufacture, all parameters were taken into account:

• blade length;
• handle shape;
• sharpening;
• balance.

There is no point in giving these types of combat knives into the hands of young conscripts and soldiers undergoing a year's service in the armed forces. It can be used by specially trained people serving in special military units.

Features of combat knives

The purpose of a combat knife in the armed forces is to maximally incapacitate enemy personnel. In accordance with regulations and standards, it is in service with army structures ah and other special forces.

Understanding the specifics of a combat knife as a weapon for destroying a person, many countries have adopted special regulations that legislate the status of a combat knife as a bladed weapon, its difference from other types of knives and the procedure for its storage.

Combat knives may differ from each other in appearance.

And also in terms of design, however, there are some constants that must be included in mandatory to ensure the fulfillment of functional tasks.

Professionals involved in the manufacture of combat knives try to make edged weapons that meet the following requirements:

• the handle of a combat knife must have an ovoid or oval cross-section, it should not be round. The reasons for this design are very simple: firstly, a handle of this shape fits more comfortably in the hand, and secondly, the fighter can feel the position of the blade at the time of its use;
• the handle of a combat knife should not slip in the hand. Today, for overlays they are most often used different kinds plastics that perfectly meet this requirement;
• double-sided or one-and-a-half-sided sharpening of the knife is desirable. Using a blade in combat is much more effective if the fighter can use both sides of the blade and not turn it over;
• The width of the knife blade is important, it should be at least 2.5-3 cm. In this case, the width of the blade slopes allows you to reduce the sharpening angle of the blade, which increases its cutting properties. When stabbed with such a knife, extensive wounds with profuse blood loss are left;
• the shape of the knife blade is very important for edged weapons. The best option- leaf-shaped, with differentiated sharpening. This allows you to deliver effective cutting and piercing blows. The combination of differentiated and reverse sharpening is especially effective. The combat knife can also be equipped with serrated sharpening. However, the chamfer on the butt of the knife should not be confused with its sharpening;

• a combat knife must have a limiter on the handle. This is necessary so that during a stabbing blow the hand does not slip onto the blade. The handle with the limiter should be comfortable for the fighter; the limiter (it is often mistakenly called a guard) should not be too large and interfere with intercepting the weapon;
• the weapon has a length from 18 to 30 cm. Size is very important; if the blade of a knife is shorter than the specified length, then in battle it will be more difficult for them to reach an opponent who may have a longer weapon. A length of more than thirty centimeters makes the knife too heavy and uncomfortable to carry and use. In addition, a knife that is too long is difficult to quickly get out and hide securely under clothes. The specified length is quite sufficient to damage the vital organs of the abdominal cavity and chest at any angle of impact. A knife that is too long is easier to knock out of the enemy’s hand;
• blade hardness. This is one of the most important characteristics of a knife. The blade must be made of high-quality steel with a hardness of no less than 47-55 HRC. The hardness of the blade ensures good penetration, it should be able to pierce clothing and, if necessary, push apart the fibers of Kevlar body armor.

Here's how to measure Rockwell hardness

The penetrating effect of military edged weapons depends not only on the hardness of the steel from which it is made, but also on the shape of the blade of the knives. In the 90s of the last century, experiments began on creating blades from titanium and titanium alloys. These materials are stronger than steel, have less weight, and are not subject to corrosion.

In addition, they have anti-magnetic properties, which is very important for divers working with underwater mines. Such materials have an unpleasant feature: sharpening very quickly loses its sharpness.

For good penetrating ability during stabbing blows, the tip should coincide as much as possible with the axis of symmetry of the blade. That is, the tip of the knife should not be shifted to the side; when striking, maximum force should be focused on it. In hunting knives, the tip is usually shifted slightly upward, which is determined by the specifics of their use.

grams - the weight of a combat knife

The weight of a combat knife should be 200-300 grams. It is difficult to inflict a serious and deep wound with a lighter weapon, but if the knife is too heavy, this will create difficulties in its use.

The center of gravity of a combat knife should be closer to the handle, and not to the tip of the blade, in this case it is much easier to use.

There are also requirements for the sheath of a combat knife. The sheath should be strong, light, comfortable and firmly attached. The color of the scabbard is tactical (black or just dark). There should be no fasteners to hold the knife in the sheath; they may prevent you from removing the weapon at the right time.

The knife should be held in the sheath only by friction, and should not slip or fall out in any position of the body. The weapon should be easy to reach even with one hand without the slightest noise. The scabbard and its fastening should not interfere with the fighter’s movements and disrupt his camouflage.

Blade design

Army knives of the Russian army

Continuing the theme of using a combat knife in modern combat, we can distinguish 2 vectors.

1. Use for survival.
2. Simplicity in everything.

Companies supplying combat knives to the edged weapons market place more emphasis on the so-called cutting component than on the piercing component. Therefore, the knife becomes smaller due to the reduction in length, but the blade becomes wider.

Let us give an example of a number of combat army knives used in the law enforcement agencies of the Russian Federation.

"Lynx"

Produced in the Chelyabinsk region, namely in the city of Zlatoust for SOBR.

The blade assumes the shape of a dagger, the sharpening is a lorry. The shape of the handle is spindle-shaped, with a small guard and a metal pommel. The knife can be made in 3 types: combat, decoration, civilian use.

DV-1 and DV-2

Used by army special forces units of the Far Eastern Federal District. The DV-1 and DV-2 knives are identical, except for the length of the blade. The blade itself resembles the shape of a blade and sharpening on the butt; the guard and pommel are made of high-quality steel.

The cross section of the knife resembles an oval and is made of wood (walnut). These combat knives have a groove in front of the guard, which makes it possible to very quickly remove a stuck knife. The basis for making the sheath is genuine leather.

"Antiterror"

Cold steel, combat knife, specially made for the Russian FSB structures. Due to the fact that the blade is given a leaf-shaped shape, this allows the knife to have excellent cutting properties. The cutting side has a crescent-shaped groove, which allows you to add an increment of length while maintaining the size of the blade.

Types of combat knives of GRU special forces

Developed for special forces of the GRU General Staff of the Ministry of Defense at TsNIITOCHMASH. The Elf combat knife was manufactured by order of the GRU, the main purpose of which is to help a special forces officer survive at any cost. Compared to other knives, the “Elf” is equipped with a rather narrow blade with a slight decrease in the spine line, with one blade formed by long slopes and a false blade on the front of the spine.

"Elf" is equipped with a double-sided sharpening.

Sharpening in this form greatly increases combat characteristics A knife with a narrow blade means that piercing blows are delivered better.

Due to the sharpening adjacent to the false blade, the quality use of the knife is increased. After striking an enemy, a wound with profuse hemorrhage may appear. The knife is made in such a way that the blade can be pulled out of the body without much effort.

Due to the use of the knife in extreme situations, high-quality steel was used in the manufacture of the knife blade. An aluminum alloy is used in the manufacture of the knife handle. The shape of the handle is round and has a sealed cavity. The delivery set for the troops includes a knife with a sheath made of genuine leather.

Bayonet knives

We can say that the bayonet as an addition to the gun began to be used in the 16th century in some areas of modern Spain. At that time, they were not used as a bayonet-knife in the modern sense, but they resembled a dagger and were used to finish off a wounded animal.

century in Spain, for the first time, a bayonet was used as an addition to a gun

Bayonet knives that were used Soviet troops, originates during the First World War with German troops, the greatest peak of use dates back to the fifties of the twentieth century, complete with AK automatic rifles.

Let's give an example of the most common of them.

After the adoption of weapons by the USSR army in the late 40s of the 20th century, the AK-47, in the early 50s, a blade bayonet for serial number 56-X-212 for use in conjunction with a machine gun.

Characteristics of the bayonet 56-X-212:

The so-called experimental bayonet for the AK-74 assault rifle was made in the mid-80s of the 20th century. It was produced in small quantities at the Izhevsk plant. The entire batch was transported for testing in combat conditions on Afghan territory. This specimen included a blade with a symmetrical spear-shaped combat end and double-sided sharpening.

Characteristics of the experimental bayonet for the AK-74 assault rifle:

Bayonet with scabbard 6X9-1 is an integral part new equipment Russian soldiers "Ratnik" was produced at JSC "KAMPO" - this is a military plant of the Russian military-industrial complex, which is a constant supplier of edged weapons for the needs of the armed forces, special services, aerospace forces, and firefighters.

Its main goal is to eliminate the enemy and military dogs during combat in small spaces and when it is impossible to use firearms, as well as when cutting through steel barbed wires when passing into the enemy’s protected perimeter.

Characteristics of the 6X9-1 bayonet:

Blade steel

The basis for the manufacture of a combat knife is high-carbon steel; sometimes knives are made using forging.

Foreign combat knives are marked as follows: “high carbon steel,” that is, if the proportion of steel decreases, the softer and more elastic the steel becomes. Thus, the quantitative carbon content in the steel structure is very important, and even more so, steel with a higher carbon content retains its sharpness better and longer.

If the carbon concentration is more than 2% in the knife, the steel will simply not be forgeable. Through experiments and tests, the most optimal carbon content was identified - about 1.25%.

To preserve steel from corrosive elements and increase resistance to various influences (natural, mechanical, etc.), pure steel, which is used to make knives, is diluted with other metals. Nickel is added to protect against corrosion, vanadium is added to preserve properties in a chemical environment, and chromium is added to increase durability.

Of great importance in steel is such an indicator as hardness, measured on the Rockwell hardness scale in HRC units.

Steel for a combat knife should have a hardness of 58-62 HRC.

Another indicator for the characteristics of steel is elasticity. This criterion shows how you can load the blade of a knife without destroying or breaking the knife itself. The steel used in the manufacture of combat knives is such that the blade can bend by 25% and remain undeformed.

Sharpening rules

Regarding the issue of sharpening knife blades, the owner, when purchasing it, must understand in advance the intensity of its use. The knife sharpening operation itself varies.

• wedge-shaped sharpening. It is assumed that from the base upward the blade becomes thicker. The blade cuts better the thinner the blade, but you must understand that the thinner the thickness, the less durable the combat knife. The greatest cutting effect is achieved when sharpening occurs at an acute angle;
• razor sharpening. After sharpening, the knife blade becomes narrower and sharper. The disadvantage of this type of sharpening is the reduced strength of the blade when compared with wedge-shaped sharpening. Therefore, after sharpening like this, they are mainly intended for cutting. With other types of use, the blade will become unusable.

The best combat knives in the world

Strider SMF (USA)

At the beginning of the 21st century, the US Department of Defense decided to prepare a counter-terrorism unit based on Marine Corps. This knife was also included in the equipment of the unit’s fighters.

Strider SMF is small, convenient, the case is made of titanium. The characteristics of the knife correspond to the best analogues of edged weapons. This knife is not afraid of any damage, a real special forces knife.

Blade shape of the Strider SMF knife

Ari B'Lilah (Israel)

This is a combat knife from one of the best special army units in Israel, soldiers who constantly participate in combat operations and the fight against terrorists.

The Israelis are constantly improving their weapons, Ari B'Lilah is simply a masterpiece.

Combat knife Ari B'Lilah

Glauca B1 (France)

This is the dagger of one of the most closed special forces of the French gendarmerie. In this case, regarding the knife, we can say that simplicity is the key to success.

The blade is 115 mm, can be worn on a belt or in a pocket, the equipment includes a “steel breaker”.

Combat knife Glauca B1

Japanese fighting knives

Japanese tanto knife

The literal translation is “short sword.” In earlier periods - the weapon of the samurai. The blade can be sharpened on one side, but it can also be double-edged. Reaches a length of 30 cm.

Tanto differs from many types of bladed weapons; in particular, sponge iron is used in the manufacture of the blade, and the handle is removed. The main features of the tanto include the use of sponge iron, a removable handle and a guard round shape. It is flat, the main goal is to finish off the enemy.

There are varieties of Japanese tanto knife:

The shape of Aykutti combat knives differs from the traditional tanto in that they do not have a guard. They are indispensable in hand-to-hand combat and were most often used when there was a need to finish off the enemy.

Most old look tanto knives. The blade is sharpened on both sides. Currently, these knives are practically not used due to their age - they are a work of art.

The characteristics of the knives suggested defeating the enemy by penetrating the armor; this was achieved by the fact that the blade of the yari tanto was identical to the blade of the yari spear. Due to the fact that the handle of the knife is hollow from the inside, it was possible to attach the handle to the shaft and use it in battle as a spear. This knife was often used as a “second-hand” weapon.

Weapons used only in war. Its purpose is to intercept knives or blades. An existing hook was used for this.

Beautiful Hashiwari combat knives

If a warrior wields this knife well, he can deliver fatal blows by piercing armor, especially since the 40 cm long blade is sufficient to defeat the enemy.

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Buying a bicycle balancer for children: important points

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Why does the STRIDER balance bike have no pedals?

A balance bike is a pedalless bicycle for teaching balance and coordination skills. After using a balance bike, children can easily master a two-wheeled bicycle without the use of additional wheels.

What are the differences between the Strider and other balance bikes?

Quality of workmanship compared to cheaper copies: high-quality sealed bearings - affect the life of the wheels.

Light weight: Classic, Sport models only 2.9 kg, Pro model - 2.5 kg

Wheels made of EVA polymer (shock-absorbing, puncture-resistant)

Convenient frame geometry makes balancing easier (low center of gravity ensures stability, frame does not cling to curbs and obstacles)

The lowest saddle position (28 cm) - a child can start riding at 1.5 years old

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How are STRIDER models different?

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What is the difference between the branded models Harley Davidson Strider and Honda Strider?

STRIDER Harley-Davidson Sport 12 is an officially licensed Harley-Davidson product. STRIDER Honda Sport 12 is an officially licensed Honda product. The equipment of the branded models is identical to the Sport 12 model, with company logos printed on the frame and the airbag on the steering wheel.

What is the warranty for balance bikes?

Frame warranty 2 years. Detailed procedure for reviewing warranty cases can be found here

Why isn't the ST-4 model on the Strider website? How is it different from other models?

In the past, Strider used a sequential number to designate a model...first came the ST-1, then the ST-2, etc. As the design and operational characteristics of the balance bike improved, a new model with the following serial number was released. The last significant improvements to the design were made during the development of the ST-4 model. In 2014, it was decided to expand the model range; now, depending on the configuration, balance bikes have a model name, not a serial number. The model name includes wheel size and characteristics. All balance bikes of the “12” series are intended for children aged 18 months and older. up to 5 years. Detailed characteristics of all models are presented in the table: ....................................

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Why doesn't the Strider have pneumatic wheels?

At the age of 1.5-2 years, every gram is important for a child; if you put pneumatic wheels on a balance bike, its weight will increase by 900 g. Strider recommends using pneumatic wheels no earlier than 3 years.

Which wheels are better?

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What is a step for?

A footrest is needed to perform basic exercises cycling, and also as a place to place your feet while balancing. The anatomically correct position of the footrest integrated into the frame allows you to develop the correct skill that will help you master the pedals. On other balance bikes, the footrest is located closer to the handlebars, or has a slope, which is inconvenient and makes it impossible to perform exercises.

Why doesn't the Strider balance bike have a handbrake or handlebar limiter?

Children in early age They instinctively brake with their feet; they do not have enough strength and arm length to brake effectively, i.e. squeeze the lever with sufficient force without losing control of the steering wheel. Strider recommends starting to master the handbrake on a two-wheeled bicycle. If necessary, it is possible to install a branded foot brake on the balance bike. The steering limiter is an unnecessary and even harmful option. It interferes with instilling in the child the correct steering skill, i.e. the child does not feel the relationship between his movements and the reaction of the bicycle. In addition, when falling, the Strider balance bike lies flat on the ground, i.e. No parts of the bicycle protrude and cannot cause injury to a child.

At what height should the saddle be?

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When should I change from a basic saddle to an extended one?

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At what height should the steering wheel be?

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What material is the saddle made of?

The saddle of the Classic model is made of PVC and has an ergonomic shape. All other models with 12-inch wheels (Sport, Pro, etc.) have a saddle made of foamed PVC, soft, all-weather, wear-resistant. Combines comfort and technology.

What age is the 16 SPORT balance bike suitable for?

Suitable for ages 6 to 13 years, but child height can vary greatly. Due to the wide range of adjustment of the saddle and handlebar, the balance bike lasts for a long time.

Does the 16 SPORT balance bike have brakes and footpegs?

This model has 2 Shimano cantilever brakes. The footpegs are removable, floating, it is possible to vary the position of the footpegs when the rider's body tilt changes.

What do doctors say about balance bikes?

Research confirms that running a balance bike stimulates the development of coordination, improves the child’s health, and is useful for orthopedic problems. In addition, Strider balance bikes are used to train special needs children and help children with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, and muscular dystonia learn to ride a two-wheeled bicycle and improve coordination, and also contribute to the child’s socialization. Detailed information:..............

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What first bike should I buy for my child?

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What to do if the child has already grown up to use a bicycle, but does not want to part with the balance bike?

Switching to a bicycle too early limits freedom of movement, because... riding on grass, dirt, dirt and over obstacles on a bike is much more difficult than on a Strider. Remember how important it is for a child to learn about the world around him through play and adventure. It's much easier for a child to explore the world on a simple and lightweight balance bike that you can take with you everywhere, even on a plane! Very often, children use both a balance bike and a bicycle at the same time; this process can continue throughout the year. As the child grows and improves his skills, he rides more and more confidently, and eventually switches completely to a bicycle with pedals.

Greetings, dear ones. In the spring, my friends and I ordered these knives for ourselves; they are quite a good product for the money. This blade does not belong to me, I asked it from a friend in order to show you. Therefore, I invite all men to read my review. Pumped-up girls in leggings or radio-controlled models attract more attention, but a passion for knives is quite natural for a real man.
Friends, many of you do not understand why a considerable number of men are very keen on knives. It's simple, from time immemorial a knife has been a human's household assistant, and it was also a weapon. Before the revolution, many segments of the population carried edged weapons. The peasants also did not go without a knife; there was nothing to do in everyday life without it. Passion for knives and craving for them is a root, deep quality of the soul, nurtured over many centuries.
To begin with, I would like to say a few words about what kind of beast these are, Strider knives. They are produced, not surprisingly, by Mick Strider in collaboration with Dwayne Dwyer. Another American warrior who, after serving and smelling gunpowder, decided to produce cool knives for cool men. I want to note that in the states, knives are often made by former military personnel, as an example - the same Medford. As for Mick Strider, everything is very vague, according to some sources he was a specialist and fought, according to others he served in regular troops. There is also evidence that some US special forces are supplied with Strider knives. I have doubts about this, to be honest.
Without further ado, we can say this: Mick makes very strong knives (both folding and non-folding), with a handle that is very uncomfortable, in my opinion. I would like to clarify that my conclusions and conclusions relate to folding devices. They are of little use for everyday use, but they have some kind of harsh charm, so many people are fans of the work of Strider and Dwyer, and pay a lot of money for their knives. In addition to this, they are presented as something indestructible, combative, very noble, an elite product for specialists, in general they make American men feel terrible. But whatever one may say, there really is some truth in all this, and looking at these beauties, you want to get yourself one of them.
Do you think the Chinese could have calmly passed by all this? They couldn't and didn't pass. When the first fakes appeared, some Strider fans were severely indignant, they said they had encroached on the sacred; those who couldn’t afford real knives from Mick were happy, the first fakes were good quality, of course, did not reach the level of real Striders, but they were on the level. Then cheaper Chinese Striders began to appear, and then the product that I will show you today was born.
At first, no one paid much attention to this knife, then the first curious people ordered it and were surprised by its high-quality execution. It was also subsequently tested and thanks to this video it was in demand for some time.
Now Striders are no longer a household name; many other knives are produced in the USA, Russia and China, which attract people. But a few years ago everything was different.

I, too, was no exception and at one time purchased a Cleanstrider, it was a knife from Y-START, with a titanium frame. It was then that I realized the absurdity of the handle of this knife. It was successfully sold.

Here it is, there are even pictures left.

Some time later, the reviewed Cleanstrider was sold at a discount, I suggested it to my friends, they expressed a desire to purchase this product, and I joined them. Very nicely made knives arrived that were pleasing to the eye and cut well, but in the end I sold mine because the handle was uncomfortable for me. A real Indian doesn’t step on the same rake twice, I’m not real, I’m ashamed of it. Well, now the review.

Appearance of the knife








By the way, pay attention to the processing of G10 in the form of a honeycomb - this is the so-called Ganergrip.




TTX knife
Total length - 20.4 cm
Blade length - 9cm
Blade thickness - 0.4cm
Knife weight - 153g
Steel - 5Cr13Mov
Handle - steel, G10

More clearly

The lock of this knife is unsuccessful, it goes almost to the end of the heel, on others things are better, the frame ends up at the beginning of the heel and only goes deeper under load.


The knife is very well-knit and strong, a full-fledged crowbar. Assembled with four screws and an axial one. The cover with the frame is made of steel, its thickness is 3 mm.

Partial parsing

I couldn’t take the knife apart because I poured half a liter of fixative into it myself. Boiling water didn’t help.


The washers are made of brass, the axial one is very powerful.


Lock cut.

For more details and clarity, if you are looking closely at the knife, check it out.

Holding the knife with a hammer grip is uncomfortable; the thumb and index finger seem to be hanging in the air. This is understandable; in this place there is a very strong narrowing of the handle.




If you hold the knife with a pistol grip, then it is more convenient, but the sharp angle of the pommel digs into the palm.




And the most comfortable grip is when the thumb rests on the butt and the index finger is placed in the notch on the blade.

Knife at work.
You can swear at me, but I have no desire to test a knife on food. It is quite suitable for cutting chicken, slicing sausage and peeling potatoes. But that's not why Mick Strider created it. I don't like it at all when men do kitchen work. Therefore, let's cut a walnut branch; this is a more worthy test for a knife.


The blade bites into the wood quite well; I cut a 3cm thick branch in 2 minutes and 50 seconds.




The handle was very hard on my hand, the notch was as angry as a she-wolf. The sharp angle of the pommel of the handle also made itself felt. But besides this, the selection of the frame also distinguished itself, the sharp corner of which very well crushes the little finger.


The next thing I cut with this knife was some kind of thick reinforced hose. Very dense and viscous.


When cutting this hose, it is initially very difficult to cut with a pull, the knife literally sticks to the rubber, you have to push until the upper wall is cut through and then you can cut with a pull. Due to the thickness of the blade and the structure of the blade, this work is not very easy to do. I made three cuts. It’s hard to push a knife through the rubber, but it’s much easier to cut.


This time, the handle crumpled the palm of the hand, at the base of the index finger.


By the way, you can cut thin branches well with a knife with this grip.


What can I say, the steel got hooked after the nut. The knife cuts wood quite well, despite its clumsiness. The structure of the blade is good, but the fact that the handle dents very much is Mick Strider’s highly tactical idea, the Chinese have nothing to do with it. Although this blade is not for my hand, I like it, a good, solid product.
Compared to other knives

To summarize, as you can see, this is a crowbar, quite strong, but not for heavy work, since the very angular handle crushes the hand, for something simple it is quite suitable. The quality of workmanship is good for this price, the only let down was the lock. The Chinese did a good job. This knife is not a full-size Strider knockoff; it is smaller than Mick's larger knives and larger than the smallest Strider folding knife. I showed you the knife, and the conclusion, as usual, is up to you. It turned out, of course, extensive, but it will be useful for those who are keen and take a closer look.

A few pictures of the surrounding area.

View towards the city


And this is where Narzan is mined.


Rock climbers and rock climbers improve their skills on these rocks, I am indifferent to this.



Airplanes are flying in the sky.


Well, our local celebrity. Once this donkey was stolen, two years later the owner returned it, a good, kind animal.

Thanks for watching and all the best to you!

Py Sy. Friends, if you don’t like something, please write politely; comments, provided they are justified, are welcome.

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The American knife company Strider Knives (California, USA) was founded in 1997 in San Marcos in 1997 by Mick Strider (the founder gave the company his name). The very history of the knife company began in 1994, when former US Army soldiers Mick Strider and Dwayne Dwyer decided to start producing high-quality knives. These two guys were former Green Berets and understood perfectly what characteristics a knife should have, the importance of reliability and structural strength. They began making custom models by hand and were almost immediately noticed by representatives of the US military.

Initially, Mick and Duane made several models of knives for heavy field work, for survival in harsh conditions. The highest standards were laid in each product; the best blade steels, titanium, beryllium, stellite and other expensive materials were used to make knives. The creative tandem released a batch of fixed blades and several models of folding knives. The sharp blades of knives from Strider Knives received a special oxide coating, and the handles were made of shockproof materials. The blades are hardened using the patented technology of Paul Bos (Buck Knives).

Mick and Duane's work quickly became very popular due to the unsurpassed quality of each piece produced by these talented knifemakers. They manufactured some of their products (and still produce them today) for the US military, the other part is sold freely both in the USA and far beyond North America.

The company's assortment includes a small line of stunning folders with pronounced aggressive lines of blades and a recognizable profile of pentagonal handles that widen towards the rear head, as well as a line of powerful fixed ones, ready to cope with any, even the most difficult task. All Strider Knives are manufactured according to their intended use. Acceptance of a model for release is preceded by the production of prototypes, which are rigorously tested.

Mick Strider speaks of his company’s products only as full-featured knives designed to “ensure the evolution of solutions to problems” - very ornate, but very succinct.

Today, Strider Knives produces knives for the military, for special law enforcement units, and sharp cutting tools for hunting and commercial diving. The company is also the official supplier of knife products for some anti-terrorist units of NATO forces. The company's knives are recognized throughout the world as products of the highest class, fully meeting the requirements in the field of their application and as real rarities, rarities in the knife world. Every owner of a knife from Strider Knives can be proud to have such a piece in their collection.