Anyone EDC a OHT?

[Benner]

Man she's HOT! 

That doesn't quite cover how stunning that young lady is 

Sorry...


She is VERY HOT!! 

 

[Swiss Man]

Here is another photo of FUTURE Mrs. Swiss Man.

[edap617]

Here is another photo of FUTURE Mrs. Swiss Man.

I like the pair of arrows! Hehe..

[Teofilo]

Edi, got any photo similar to Mr. Swissman?

[edap617]

My ideal woman should know how to cook. 

The best way to a man's heart is through his stomach.

[Teofilo]

I'm breathing hard!! Better take my maintenance!!

[AndyTiedye]

If Vic would make a Centurion with a one-hand-opening blade (using current OHT blade) and a pocket clip, then that'd represent absolute PERFECTION in an EDC SAK for me.

If I had a OHC (one-hand-opening, pocket-clipped Centurion) then I'd be all set for EDC for the rest of my life.  I'd never even look at another SAK for EDC.

Howzabout if Wenger made one?

http://felinevet.sosakonline.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1

[ducktapehero]

The best way to a man's heart is through his stomach.

My wife says the fastest way to a mans heart is right through the ribcage. 

[jock1]

The best way to a man's heart is through his stomach.

My wife says the fastest way to a mans heart is right through the ribcage. 

Is there a scared to death icon???

[Mike, Lord of the Spammers!]

The best way to a man's heart is through his stomach.

My wife says the fastest way to a mans heart is right through the ribcage. 

Is there a scared to death icon???

This one

And you'd need it in the DTH household

[WhichDawg]

I think SwissMan is the luckiest guy in the world!

[Swiss Man]

Thank you   Now here is one more to last you thru the weekend.

[ringzero]

If Vic would make a Centurion with a one-hand-opening blade (using current OHT blade) and a pocket clip, then that'd represent absolute PERFECTION in an EDC SAK for me.

If I had a OHC (one-hand-opening, pocket-clipped Centurion) then I'd be all set for EDC for the rest of my life.  I'd never even look at another SAK for EDC.

Howzabout if Wenger made one?
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http://felinevet.sosakonline.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1

Unfortunately, Wenger still doesn't make one (a Ranger model with implements matching Vic Centurion.)

For some bizarre reason, Wenger chose to equip that model Ranger with a &^%$# corkscrew instead of a useful Phillips!

Completely ruins that model for me, even though I love everything else about it.

I HATE corkscrews on SAKs and generally won't buy or keep any SAK with a corkscrew - unless it also has a Phillips.

If Wenger ever releases that Ranger with a Phillips in place of the corkscrew, then I'll buy one or more of them immediately.

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[Tarrodemierda]

Thank you   Now here is one more to last you thru the weekend.

youre one lucky man

[Grant Lamontagne]

If Vic would make a Centurion with a one-hand-opening blade (using current OHT blade) and a pocket clip, then that'd represent absolute PERFECTION in an EDC SAK for me.

If I had a OHC (one-hand-opening, pocket-clipped Centurion) then I'd be all set for EDC for the rest of my life.  I'd never even look at another SAK for EDC.

Howzabout if Wenger made one?
(Image removed from quote.)
http://felinevet.sosakonline.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1

Unfortunately, Wenger still doesn't make one (a Ranger model with implements matching Vic Centurion.)

For some bizarre reason, Wenger chose to equip that model Ranger with a &^%$# corkscrew instead of a useful Phillips!

Completely ruins that model for me, even though I love everything else about it.

I HATE corkscrews on SAKs and generally won't buy or keep any SAK with a corkscrew - unless it also has a Phillips.

If Wenger ever releases that Ranger with a Phillips in place of the corkscrew, then I'll buy one or more of them immediately.

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I don't mind the corkscrew- I just wish they would come out with something closer to the OHT- blade, can opener, bottle opener and wood saw.

Def

[Styerman]

I use a static cord for my OHT an Rescue Tool(basically an overgrown OHT) . The static cord consisting of abut of paracord a leather disk and a round cordlock. The cordlock an disk get shoved under the belt, the tool just hangs in the pocket . To draw , the disk and cordlockare just pulled out from under the belt. Length of the loop can be adjusted to compensate for pocket depth. The pockets don't feel heavy an bulge as the weight is being carried on the belt.

Chris

[cgk]

expensivegunman....opps styerman, do you have a pic of your set-up, I'm intrigued. 

[AndyTiedye]

f Wenger ever releases that Ranger with a Phillips in place of the corkscrew, then I'll buy one or more of them immediately.

They usually swap in a Phillips for the US market,  not sure why they didn't on this one.
There are a number of New Ranger combinations I wish they would make.

I don't mind the corkscrew- I just wish they would come out with something closer to the OHT- blade, can opener, bottle opener and wood saw.

Def

That would be the New Ranger 178


or the 78 if you want a plain edge.   Still hasn't made it to the US.

[Styerman]

expensivegunman....opps styerman, do you have a pic of your set-up, I'm intrigued. 


Sadly my computer has crapped out an I'm on line with my Ipod touch , without a computer I can't upload pics to the touch.

Chris

[ringzero]

They usually swap in a Phillips for the US market,  not sure why they didn't on this one.
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That would be the New Ranger 178
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or the 78 if you want a plain edge.   Still hasn't made it to the US.

WOWSERS!  Those Ranger 178 and 78 models look like awesome SAKs!

Those will be the very best SAKs available for general outdoor EDC.  If available with pocket clips, those will match or beat out the Vic OHT in every feature:
-bigger mainblade
-longer woodsaw
-better grip ergonomics
-pocket clip!

I'm SO HAPPY that Wenger didn't screw up Ranger 78 and 178 by putting corkscrews in place of the Phillips drivers!

Now, if Wenger would offer that exact same model but without the woodsaw, I'd have my perfect SAK for EDC.

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[gafftapegreenia]

That 78 is a glorious knife and I have to find a way to get my hands on one.

However, I will say again, the Alinghi 176 with a wood saw instead of the marlin spike would be, for me, a near perfect knife. Think about it, one hand blade, folding pliers, and a flat head that can be used as a bit driver. Is that possible?

[ringzero]

That 78 is a glorious knife and I have to find a way to get my hands on one.

However, I will say again, the Alinghi 176 with a wood saw instead of the marlin spike would be, for me, a near perfect knife. Think about it, one hand blade, folding pliers, and a flat head that can be used as a bit driver. Is that possible?

Yeah, that Alinghi looks to be an awesome SAK - maybe more of a true multitool than most SAKs with pliers.

A model based on Alinghi but with woodsaw instead of marlinspike would be great for outdoorsmen.

However, isn't Alinghi kind of expensive - something well over a hundred bucks IIRC?

When I first read about the Alinghi, I seem to remember thinking that a brand name multi plus a good dedicated folding knife could be purchased for less than an Alinghi.

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[Styerman]

Sadly Wenger just doesn't have the build quality ,or the can opener found in Vicks. The only one I own is the SI.

Chris

[ducktapehero]

Sadly Wenger just doesn't have the build quality

OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHH, there's gonna be some fightin!!!!!


*DTH grabs some popcorn*

[Swiss Man]

Sadly Wenger just doesn't have the build quality ,or the can opener found in Vicks. The only one I own is the SI.

Chris

I agree with this statement, even though their quality is getting better.
I.M.H.O. Vic has the better fit and finish and quality.
But on the other hand I like the direction that Wenger is going with their products they seems to have a lot on the board lately.

[ringzero]

Sadly Wenger just doesn't have the build quality ,or the can opener found in Vicks. The only one I own is the SI.

Chris

IMO Wenger build quality is plenty good enough for SAKs intended to be carried and used.

Vic fit and finish may be a little better than Wenger, but so what?  There are makers offering knives with better fit and finish than Vic, which probably matters more to knife collectors than knife users.

Plenty of people prefer the Wenger canopener implement over the Vic canopener implement.  IMO the Wenger implement is better for actually opening cans.

The Vic implement offers added functionality with its small screwdriver tip and can also be used a scraper.

The Wenger implement works great for me when used as a short, semi-hooked blade for cutting tough materials like blister packs.  It also works well as a short awl and as a scribe.

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[NutSAK]

I'm EDCing my Scibeer micarta OHT today. 

Before buying an OHT, I was never a fan of serrated blades or combination blades, but this knife has made a believer out of me.  It's amazing how well it will cut fibrous material, bite into plastic clamshell packs or cut items with a "skin".

[cgk]

Can someone photo a OHT in hand?  I really like the set-up of the knife but never had seen one in person, so I am curious about the size. 

[ringzero]

I'm EDCing my Scibeer micarta OHT today. 

Before buying an OHT, I was never a fan of serrated blades or combination blades, but this knife has made a believer out of me.  It's amazing how well it will cut fibrous material, bite into plastic clamshell packs or cut items with a "skin".

Me too!

I almost didn't even buy a OH-GAK just due to its partially serrated blade, but now I must admit that I was completely wrong about that.

After using it for several months, I've come to really respect the partially serrated blade.  Works great for nearly any task involving food prep, opening packaging, and cutting rope and string.

As you said, the improved "bite" of the blade into slick materials is quite noticeable and very useful.

The un-serrated part of the edge at the base of the blade is long enough to be useful for woodcrafting tasks like peeling bark and making fire sticks.

In summary, this is a great general utility blade.  Probably the best single blade knife I've ever owned for efficiently handling the widest variety of tasks.

Credit must be given to Vic - and maybe to the German Army for specifying this blade in the first place?
 
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[nezza33]

I have just bought a Vic Forester :DAnyone any opinions on the Forester?