Killer Knife of the Week: TOPS Armageddon

The latest "Killer Knife of the Week" is the versatile TOPS Armageddon fixed blade knife. The Armageddon delivers show stopping cutting performance! Designed by renowned knife maker and designer, Trace Rinaldi, it'll cut, chop or smash just about anything! Grab one today at OsoGrandeKnives.

TOPS SXB Skullcrusher's Xtreme Blade Knife Review Video

Watch our knife review vid of the TOPS SXB Skullcrusher's Xtreme Blade Survival Combat Knife... This is a beast of a survival/combat knife... Check it out at OsoGrandeKnives: https://youtu.be/VplacVhfEIo

Spyderco Ed Schempp Bowie Folding Knife C190CFP

The new 2015 Schempp Bowie folding knife embodies the classic American Bowie knife in both style and spirit.  

This is another great knife model in Spyderco's Ethnic Series and Ed Schempp's Bowie folder is very attractive blending brass bolsters with beautiful carbon fiber scales to give it both a retro look and a modern flare. 

The Schempp Bowie is a highly-functional EDC folding knife that is prepared to take on tactical duties as well. Pick one up today at www.osograndeknives.com.

Killer Knife of the Week: Ontario SP45 Gen II Survival

This weeks "Killer Knife of the Week" is the Ontario SP45. The Ontario Spec Plus Gen II SP45 is an superb combat knife. The SP-45 is light enough for fast movements and it has a near perfect weight and balance. Despite being lightweight the SP45 Survival knife is strong enough to handle the wood working and camp chores with ease. The 5160 steel blade is awesome and comes hair popping sharp out of the box! To top it off, the fantastic price makes the SP45Survival Knife one of the best knives for the money anywhere. Check it out at OsoGrandeKnives.

Killer Knife of the Week: Ontario SP5 Bowie Survival

Whether you’re hacking your way through thick vegetation, chopping wood, building a shelter, defending your campsite or performing various slicing duties this week's Killer Knife of the Week can do it all. The Ontario SP5 Bowie Survival knife is a superb multi-purpose survival knife. It performs well and is heavy enough to use with a baton to easily split wood. It also can do a variety of tasks that normally you would need a small hatchet to perform. The Bowie Survival fits well in the hand and the grip is good. The 1095 blade sharpens easily to a razors edge and can be used for chopping wood, hacking your way through thick vegetation or any slicing duties you may come across while in the field.

Get yours today it out at www.OsoGrandeKnives.com.

Carrying the Cold Steel Espada XL Discreetly

The big, bad Cold Steel Espada XL can be carried discreetly and unobtrusively in the front pocket of most pants and when clipped to the waistband and covered by a shirt or sweater it totally disappears. In an emergency the XL Espada can be drawn and opened in a single motion by snagging the thumb plate on the edge of your pocket. See it here.

Down Under Knives Mistress Bowie

Down Under has been working on the Mistress Bowie for quite a while. The mission was simple: push the limits and make the biggest, meanest blade that can still be reasonably called a knife, without compromising balance and usability in the slightest. To accomplish this, they began with the dimensions and basic lines of a colossal vintage Bowie dating from around 1858 and started hammering out prototype after prototype until it looked and behaved exactly like they wanted it. Not the easiest or fastest development process in the world, but with a knife this size you just can't slap something together in a CAD package and expect it to work. You have to feel it to know when you got it just right.

The Mistress is Down Under's first curved back design, putting even more mass behind the arc of the blade right where it counts for unprecedented cutting and slashing power. To complement the shape it was given a distinctive coffin handle and a massive handguard machined from a monolithic block of solid brass.

Finally, the Mistress bowie is contained in their signature heavy leather sheath which is patterned to match the very successful Toothpick model. In case you missed it, this is one beast of a knife even by Crocodile Dundee's standards. Check them out at OsoGrandeKnives.com.

Spyderco Mehr K2 & Slysz Bowie Folders

The latest custom collaboration knives to come out of Spyderco's factory were introduced earlier this year at the Amsterdam Knife Show. The Farid Mehr K2 and the Marcin Slysz Bowie have been highly anticipated knives and now they are finally here and we are shipping them. Both of these fantastic knives are similar in appearance, but that's where the similarities end. In terms of similarities, both knives have full Titanium handles with integral framelocks (ala Chris Reeve). The anodizing has a slight texturing to give your hand better traction when gripping the smooth titanium handles and the finish is what we would describe as a titanium stonewash. Both knives have a clip point bowie style blade with a full flat grind and Spyderco's patented round hole for ambidextrous opening but that is where the similarities end.

The Spyderco K2 is a big hefty knife with a 4.5" blade and an overall length of 10.0" and with a removable pocket clip mounted on the pivot end for tip-down right hand side carry. The K2 knife is the first Collaboration between British custom knifemaker, Farid Mehr and Spyderco. 

The Mehr K2's large broad bowie blade is the first blade ground from CPM 10V we have seen, CPM-10V is the first high-vanadium tool steel made using Crucible steel's Powder Metallurgy process. CPM 10V's toughness and machining characteristics are comparable to D2 and M2, but it's impressive 9.75% vanadium content gives it extreme wear resistance. In a knife blade, this translates to superior edge retention--a highly desirable quality for a hard-use folder. It sounds like CPM-S10V may well be the next super steel to hit the cutlery industry. The fully flat ground blade tapers of the entire width to a keen razor-sharp edge. The blade spine is radiused near the handle to provide a comfortable resting point for the thumb. There are no jimping (traction grooves) anywhere on the knife.

The Slysz Bowie is like a smaller brother to the Mehr K2 measuring in at a manageable 7.75 inches overall with a 3.375" blade length. The Slysz Bowie knife has a Bowie-style blade with a long, straight clip point with a radiused spine. The blade is precision ground from Carpenter CTS-XHP powder metallurgy stainless steel, a state-of-the-art alloy that combines the enviable performance characteristics of D2 with a higher degree of corrosion resistance. The blade has a full-flat grind for exceptional edge geometry and includes a section of jimping (grooves) on the thumb ramp for enhanced control during use. For easy one-handed opening, it also includes Spyderco's Trademark Round Hole.

Unlike most knives of its type that have flat scales, the scales of the Slysz Bowie are gently radiused across their entire width to offer much better ergonomics. They are also stonewashed to a dull battleship gray that enhances their grip texture and provides greater control during use. 

The butt end of the handle features a unique G-10 spacer with two sections of strategically placed jimping to further enhance the knife's grip texture and aesthetic appeal. It's also home to a reversible deep-pocket wire clip that supports left or right-side tip-up carry and rides low in the pocket for maximum concealment.

The materials and build quality of both of these knives is absolutely superb. Check them out right here at www.OsoGrandeKnives.com.

Killer Knife of the Week: KA-BAR Big Brother Combat/Utility Knife

The latest Killer Knife of the Week is the next generation and evolution of the venerable Ka-Bar USMC Fighting/Utility Knife. Yes, we are talking about the KA-BAR Big Brother Fixed Blade Knife. The Big Brother is a significant step up from the standard sized KA-BAR, it is just as good a utility knife as the old Ka-Bar Fighting/Utility knife but it's a superb fighting/combat knife.

Our test model literally came hair shaving sharp right out of the box--Ka-Bar really knows how to put an edge on a blade. The massive 9.38" 1095 Cro-Van steel blade is well done and very tough. The blade has been differentially heat treated, a step in the tempering process that gives the blade more strength. It will easily withstand even the most difficult cutting tasks and will still take and hold an extremely sharp edge.

The noticeably wider blade improves the overall handling of knife as well as adding weight that is beneficial when using the knife around camp. The most noticeable addition-apart from the increased size is the addition of serrations along the spine of the blade. The spine serrations improve the fighting capabilities of the Big Brother knife... back-slashes are wicked, and the double-edge makes it more difficult for an opponent to defend against or disarm you. The Big Brother has enough unsharpened spine along the last third of the blade for batoning. These serrations (NOT saw teeth) allow the knife to have a continuous plain working edge and still have the serrations along the backside to cut through tough, fibrous materials.

The leather disk handle is comfortable (works good when your hands are sweaty, wet or bloody) and feels great in the hand. The balance is perfect for chopping and slicing and decent for point-work. The premium leather sheath is outstanding. It's rides well, looks good and feels great.

If you're looking for a Bowie-sized "utility and fighting knife" then you'd be wise to consider adding the Kabar Big Brother to your arsenal. Utility and fighting is what this knife was designed for, and designed quite well. Get one today at OsoGrandeKnives.com.

Killer Knife of the Week: Chris Reeve Pacific Combat Knife

The latest Killer Knife of the Week sets the standard for a multi-purpose tactical fixed blade knife. Yes, we're talking about the Chris Reeve Pacific Combat knife. The quality of this knife is superb as are all Chris Reeve knives. The Pacific Combat knife is a little larger than the Green Beret GBK 5.5 and a little smaller than the GBK 7.0. The 6" CPMS30V blade comes hair shaving sharp and is the perfect length knife for backpacking, hiking, general camp use. The CR Pacific is an excellent survival knife and serves double duty as a self-defense knife. The Pacific is light weight and perfectly balanced and the forward choil enables you to choke up for detail work. The sheath is awesome, it has room for a full-size multi-tool or a ferro rod, a small map compass, a sharpener as well as some other survival necessities. See it right here at OsoGrandeKnives.com

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Killer Knife of the Week (Zombie Swabbie)

This weeks Killer Knife of the Week goes to the Ka-Bar Zombie Swabbie Scimitar knife. The Zombie Swabbie is a beast of a knife with a 1/4" thick, 12.5" long flat ground blade. It is remarkably well balanced, lightweight in hand and nimble. It is one of the sharpest knives out of the box we've ever got! The USA made KaBar Zombie Killer Swabbie knife is a tough, stylish, end-of-the-world ready fixed blade!

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Ontario Spec Plus Marine Raider Bowie SP10

The Ontario Spec Plus SP10 Marine Raider Bowie was designed and built for combat, sport and survival uses. This massive bowie is bad to the bone! Features include: a grippy and comfortable Kraton handle with a lined lanyard hole and lanyard, a big epoxy powder coated clip point bowie blade made of super tough 1095 carbon steel with a sharpened top swedge for back cuts, full tang construction, a steel hilt, a combination leather/Cordura belt sheath and it's made in the U.S.A. at a price point that won't break the budget. The Marine Raider Bowie has a great forward balance that's great for chopping, It comes hair shaving sharp right out of the box and even though it's a big bowie it's comfortable, easy to maneuver, and built to last a lifetime. Check them out at OsoGrandeKnives.com.

Cold Steel Frontier Bowie Knife (New for 2014)

From it's massive imposing 12.25" blade to it's handsome rosewood handle, every inch of the Cold Steel Frontier Bowie is awesome! The 1917 Frontier Bowie is almost sword-like in its cutting and thrusting performance, the Frontier Bowie features a wide, wickedly keen hand-sharpened blade with a generous clip and huge fuller (blood groove). Made from 1055 Carbon Steel, it has been heat treated to a hard spring temper and beautifully blued to a lustrous finish. It's blade is both long and stiff which makes it an easy to feat to oppose even much larger weapons.  The blade is wide and sharp and it welcomes the opportunity to cut, thrust and deliver a "palpable hit".

The Handle on the Frontier Bowie is a perfect accompaniment to its stout battle-ready blade. A big "S" shaped guard provides great hand protection and the slim, flat profile prevents the knife from twisting in your hand so you'll always know the orientation and alignment of the blade edge, even in the heat of combat. The handle has a modified pistol grip that gives an excellent grip even when utilizing a palm reinforced grip for extended reach and leverage in the thrust.

A high quality leather sheath with a blued steel throat and chape is included. It's swiveling leather belt frog is wide enough to accommodate even a thick military belt and fully detachable to allow you to slide the knife into your belt for traditional carry.

This versatile bowie knife is suitable for historical re-enactment groups from the 1830's onwards, Cowboy Action Shooters, civil war re-enactors and even modern Military groups.  If you're a fan of the Bowie, you'll definitely want to ad the Frontier Bowie to your collection!

Specifications:

• Item Number: 88CSAB
• Name: 1917 Frontier Bowie
• Blade Length: 12 1/4"
• Overall Length: 17 5/8"
• Steel: 1055 Carbon
• Weight: 23.8 oz.
• Blade Thickness: 1/4"
• Handle: 4 5/8" Hardwood
• Sheath: Leather Scabbard With Blued Steel Fittings

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2014 Cold Steel 1917 Frontier Bowie Review

We just received a shipment of the new 2014 Cold Steel Frontier Bowies! Check out our youtube video review of the 1917 Frontier Bowie Knife here: http://youtu.be/PCQDsY_px0Y

The Marauder is a Formidable Bowie

The Cold Steel Marauder Bowie is rugged, relentless and reliable. A true battle ready Bowie! Watch the review.

Cold Steel Marauder Bowie... Beastly!

The Cold Steel Marauder Bowie was inspired by the formidable combat knives of WWII and honoring the name of Merrill's Marauders -- also known as Code name Galahad, the United States renowned long range, deep penetration assault unit within the South East Asian theatre of conflict -- the new Marauder Bowie is rugged, relentless and reliable. A true battle ready Bowie.

It's huge extra broad razor sharp Japanese AUS8A blade, with its continuously curved cutting edge, deep wide blade bevels and formidable clip will cut, hack, shear, chop, slice and pierce with equal ease. It is beastly!The Marauder's generous full tang is encased in a double quillion sub hilt Kray-Ex™ handle that is impervious to the elements and incredibly comfortable.

It's sturdy and versatile Secure-Ex™ sheath allows the knife to be fastened comfortably and securely on a belt or pack, or LBV.

Extensively field-tested by Cold Steel, the Marauder shines as both an intimidating combat Bowie and a reliable hunting knife. Cutting through brush, performing camp chores and dispatching game effortlessly.

Order your Marauder Bowie today!

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 9"
• Overall Length: 14 1/8"
• Steel: Japanese Aus 8A Stainless
• Weight: 11.2 oz.
• Blade Thickness: 4.7 mm
• Handle: 5 1/8" Long Kray-Ex™
• Sheath: Secure-Ex® Sheath

Boker Plus Apparo Fixed Blade Survival Knife

The Boker Plus Apparo is a fixed blade survival knife with a hollow handle. Newton Martin developed a design that is virtually indestructible. Extreme bending tests were performed on this model and the massive 6.6 mm thick 440C steel blade deforms permanently before there was any weakening at the blade junction.

The design of the handle makes an absolutely watertight compartment in the handle for safe storage of additional utensils (not included). The paracord winding on the handle improves the grip, and also offers some valuable yards of paracord for use in an emergency. The cantilevered blade guard increases safety. Handle and blade are provided with a matte, non reflective bead blasted finish. The Apparo is a knife without compromise, up for any adventure. Includes a high quality black leather sheath.
Specifications:

• Overall length: 12.32" (31.3 cm)
• Blade Length: 7.05" (17.9 cm)
• Weight: 16.93 oz. (480 g)
• Blade Thickness: 0.26" (6.6 mm)
• Blade Material: 440C

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Spyderco Fred Perrin Street Bowie

The Fred Perrin-designed Street Bowie features a distinctive index-finger choil, which serves as an ingeniously effective alternative to a traditional guard. The Street Bowie has a 5-1/8" blade and an injection-molded FRN handle with high-traction Kraton rubber inserts. Spyderco has reintroduced the Street Bowie with a non-reflective ceramic coated blade. This version is paired with a redesigned injection-molded polymer sheath equipped with the versatile G-Clip attachment.
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CRKT Redemption... Battle Ready Brute!

The NEW Columbia River Knife and Tool fixed blade Redemption Tactical/Survival Knife is a big beast of a blade, and the latest creation from well-known knife designer, Ken Onion.  Holding it makes us say WOW! What a wicked beast of a knife! We are impressed by the heft of the knife and the signature Ken Onion designed blade style. This huge combat tactical knife features G10 handles which provide a very comfortable grip.  Also included is a nylon sheath with belt loops, a leg strap, and a built in storage compartment. The knife is secured in the sheath within a removable plastic liner. The black PlainEdge blade has a dramatic recurve and is made of 01 tool steel.

The CRKT Redemption is a highly versatile fixed blade... it can perform duty in the kitchen and the battlefield, Aptly blaze through the jungle, cut green hardwoods, heavy green vegetation, thick thorny briers, heavy vines, and cut and shape hard seasoned live oak. It’s big, tough, and versatile!


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Down Under Knives The Razorback Hunting Knife

We have seen a lot of heavy blade style hunting knives that got it almost right.  The New Razorback™ has all the features that work and none of the awkward blockiness often associated with this kind of knife. Not satisfied with making yet another slab of metal with as many sharp angles as you can fit in 12 inches of steel, the guys at Down Under Knives gave it pleasing curves and traditional materials that knife enthusiasts love. This one feels even better than it looks!

The back of the blade has a gentle downward curve for easy skinning and a bone cracker cut to avoid accidental piercing and to provide help in guiding the blade. The rear portion of the back has a razor sharp whittling edge for easy kindling, and the front heavy blade profile provides all the chopping and cutting power this style is famous for. The semi-full tang construction and full leather handle provide a sure grip in all conditions, wet or dry. Add a uniquely styled heavy leather sheath with genuine bone ornaments and a quick-release catch, and we figure this one's going to be tough to beat for a specialized hunting/camping knife.

Specifications:

• Overall length: 307mm - 12"
• Blade length: 180mm - 7"
• Width: 50mm - 2"
• Blade Thickness: 5.5mm - 0.216"
• Weight 465g / 16.402 oz.
• Blade Steel: 440C Heat Treated Stainless steel
• Solid brass guard and pommel
• Genuine leather handle
• Leather sheath.

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