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Main Boards => Hunting Knives and Crafters => Topic started by: BAK on April 10, 2022, 10:28:06 AM
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I love a good knife, but I'm a stickler for one thing in particular, a guard. I have very little interest in a knife without one. Now, that being said, why do so few makers put them in their knives? There has to be a reason. It sure limits my buying options. :coffee:
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You mean like this?
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I and a lot of makers do make them, along with many other styles. It does raise the price for my blades, for me it is a lot more work involved. Some guys just don't want to spend that much, and prefer other styles. I do see a ton of guys making them, hidden tang with guards. Go to a big knife show you will see.
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Thought maybe they were just out of style. Thanks
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Big River X2. When I put a guard on a knife, it raises the price quite a bit. I prefer them on a knife If I am making one for myself. Everyone is different though, some people feel like they are a necessity, some feel the cost is not justified and can do without them.
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When I have my arm up to my elbow in gore I really prefer knowing my hand can't slip up on the blade. :bigsmyl:
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The best answer may be that external guards are not necessary when handle design is adequate for retention. Adding a guard adds complexity and labor which increases the cost. While they are indeed beneficial and in some patterns necessary, they aren't a go/no go issue for an otherwise well made design with good ergonomics.