Welcome to Oso Grande's Knife Blog! Here we talk about new knives, knife reviews and the latest news within the knife industry. This blog is operated by OsoGrandeKnives.com, the web's leading retailer of sporting cutlery, kitchen cutlery, sharpeners, multi-tools, wet shaving products, swords, camping and outdoor gear, survival products and personal defense items.
The El Chete by TOPS Knives was designed with one thought in mind... chopping. It's got a full-tang 1/4 inch thick blade that's a full foot long, and it chops very well. Even though it's so large, the knife still weighs in under 2 pounds. El Chete is the first TOPS knife to be released with their wicked new finish called Acid Rain which varies slightly from knife to knife so each knife is unique.The sandwiched Micarta handles are thick enough to fill your hand like a hatchet or small ax handle would. The handle is well rounded for comfort and the black canvas Micarta underneath the green canvas Micarta adds even more to the aesthetics of this piece.
The sheath is an out-the-front design with all the bells and whistles. You just pull up slightly then out the front so that you don't have to strain to pull the knife all the way up through the sheath. There is a strap that when snapped into place, helps immensely with the retention of the blade. TOPS Knives also made it available with a rotating spring steel clip or a leather dangler attachment so that each user picks the right fit for him or her.
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.
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
Skullcrusher’s Xtreme Blade (SXB) was designed for the Warrior Survivalist to aid in their survival not only in the wild, but on the battlefield as well. Designer, EJ Snyder is an Xtreme Survivalist and Adventurer in real life and as seen on TV. He is also a highly decorated, 25-year Army Combat Vet who served in the 1991 Gulf War and Operation Iraqi Freedom. EJ knows what it takes to survive in a multitude of extreme situations from the wilderness to combat, and he has been tested and proven every time.
EJ wanted to design a modern day blade that honors the spirit of the pioneers of the past but meets the demands of an ever evolving modern world, and a tactical survival tool that is as tough, durable, and dependable as he is; one that every warrior, survivalist, and outdoorsman couldn’t live without. The SXB is the Xtreme Tool for any Xtreme Job!
EJ's quest for such a knife started on the Serengeti Plains of Tanzania, Africa while conducting a 21 day Xtreme Survival challenge on "Naked and Afraid". The knife EJ took with him, being the only piece of equipment he had, did not perform well in the field and became non-functional. It is potentially disastrous to be out there and unable to rely on your knife. Upon his return to the U.S., EJ tested many knives, sought out the advice of many top custom knife makers he personally knew, and spent countless hours researching all aspects of the art of knife making. A lot of influences, needs, and rigorous tests went into the thought process and design behind the SXB Knife . His 2 year journey culminated with the creation of his vision by TOPS Knives.
The TOPS Knives Steel Eagle 111A knife features a wicked 11 inch heavy-duty tanto blade with a jagged sawback spine. Beautiful gray linen Micarta scales, a combat ballistic nylon sheath, and a durable ¼ inch thick full tang blade made of 1095 high carbon steel with a black traction coating. This knife is as tough and durable as any on the market. See it at OsoGrandeKnives.com
It's been said that the Grizzly is the King of the forest but the TOPS Tom Brown Tracker is the real king of the forest and this week's killer knife. The TOPS Knives Tom Brown Tracker Tactical Fixed Blade was designed by knife maker Tom Brown, and is famous for it's role in the movie "The Hunted." The Tracker knife's radical design is built super strong and works great for military personnel or as a survival knife. Read more...
Today we are looking at the TOPS Knives ATAX hand axe designed by the late Ron Hood. The ATAX features a 4.5 inch blade of 1095 High Carbon alloy thats been hardened to 58 HRC. The overall length measures in at 5.5 inches and the blade has TOP's proprietary black traction coating which gives you enhanced rust and corrosion resistance and also a non-reflective appearance.
The ATAX can be used several ways... as a hand axe, a skinner, it's got a wire cutter, a rangefinder, a clock, a wrench, a hammer, a rescue tool, a survival kit holder, an arrow launcher, a field level, a fire bow drill holder and a survival kit holder. In fact there are so many functions of this versatile tool that an instructional DVD by Ron Hood is included.
Looking for the Ultimate survival knife? Designed by Tom Brown and featured in the movie "The Hunted" as well as the cover of BLADE Magazine. This is one of the most versatile survival knives ever made. It is designed to chop, saw, skin, engrave, break wire and more. It is made from thick carbon steel and features a milled Micarta handle and tough Kydex sheath. Your chopping pressure can be varied by holding the handle at different points. The knife is made entirely in the USA.
Specifications:
Overall Length: 11.9"
Blade Length: 4.25"
Draw Knife: 2.15"
Saw: 2.5"
Thickness: .25"
Blade Steel: 1095 High Carbon Alloy RC-58
Blade Color: Black Traction Coating
Handle Material: Black Linen Micarta®
Weight: 1 lb 12oz
Sheath: Kydex With Two Rotating Steel Spring Clips
The TOPS Wolfhawk Tanto Fixed Blade Knife is a new picatinny compatible weapon system. Whether you are military, law enforcement, or an outdoorsman-this new system mounts anywhere a rail does: rifle, vest, belt, bike, atv, etc...
The Steel Eagle series have over 14 continuous years of service in the field. In every terrain and in all conditions, the Steel Eagle knife has proven it's strength, durability, versatility and dependability within the Special Operations Community.
The ECO HAWK is more than a Good Knife, and it is more than a Proper Hawk. The ECO comes as a complete 'Get Outta Dodge Kit'. It's a great knife in the Bush or when in the Urban Jungle... No longer do you have to always carry a full-sized Hawk. The versatility which this combo tool presents, enables the user a wide variety of options, with lightweight and convenient carry size being an added extra.
The Mini ALRT Wallet/Knife Combo is a clever knife for travelers who want to keep their money available, but generally out of sight. The wallet easily attaches to any standard belt and the color matches easily with clothing. Should the need arise, a small, strong, and sharp knife is available to discretely pull out (deploy) quickly and easily. The MINI ALRT has enough of an edge to do small work or possibly assist in a defensive situation.
TOPS Knives Machete .230, MAC-230. TOPS Knives created the Machete .230 in response to demand for a light, fast, practical and general use blade with an enlarged comfortable working handle. The Machete .230 features a 1/8 inch thick 1095 steel blade with a 15.5" cutting edge and grooved linen Micarta scales.
TOPS' good friend and well-known designer, outdoorsman and writer, Joe "Shangoman" Flowers, collaborated with TOPS shop manager, Leo "The Lion" Espinoza on the design for a new machete. After much deliberation, they finally came to a positive agreement with the design and practical field ability; the MACHETE .230 was born.
Vigorous testing in a wide variety of terrains has proved the Machete's superior field performance. To compliment the unique point on the blade and handle design, TOPS Knives custom built a ballistic nylon sheath with 2 separate (flap and buckle closure) accessory pockets. These pockets can hold an array of small tools. Get it here.
The Fieldcraft Knife was designed by The Brothers of Bushcraft, a coalition of men across North America focusing on sharing wilderness living skills of all categories. From tracking, to building shelters, the Brothers of Bushcraft make it a point to show the skills to all people, of all ages, from all over.
The knife is ten inches long in total, with a blade length of four and a half inches. This makes a compact, but extremely serviceable knife. The Fieldcraft's blade is 3/16" thick, and made of 1095 High Carbon steel. The cutting edge is a modified Scandinavian Grind, which is very effective for carving, skinning and other general woods work. With a rockwell hardness of 56-58, the ease of sharpening is astounding. That is if you ever get to sharpen the blade. As the hardness and edge geometry work beautifully together to make a long lasting edge.
The handle is one of the most ergonomic ones on the market, sporting several useful additions. Although knives with a lot of frills often end up lacking, the additional items found on the Fieldcraft knife were selected from experience and critiqued in every step of design, development and production. Being made of canvas micarta, the handle will never let you down. The bow drill divot on the handle is frictionless and makes starting those primitive fires almost effortless. The "Thumb Scallops", formed on the hilt of the handle offer more comfort and control when using specialized carving and skinning grips. The pommel of the blade is simply the tang of the knife exposed enough to allow impact from a baton to not effect the handle (though the micarta is definitely tough enough to take such abuse). On the exposed pommel, you will find a scraper specially designed by one of The Brothers of Bushcraft, for striking Ferro rods in a safe and efficient manner. Check them out at OsoGrandeKnives.com.
