UK Legal Carry Thread!

DaveK · **Reply #210 on:** February 20, 2009, 01:05:54 AM

Quote from: Gareth UK on February 19, 2009, 07:20:30 PM

Quote from: Micky d on February 19, 2009, 07:03:19 PM
Ok so which rag have we got the biggest grievence against then

Has to be the Daily Mail surely. They have to be the biggest sensationalists out there.

To any Mail readers out there I apologise for any offence caused, but it is my opinion.

It's not an opinion, it's a bloody fact!

I rarely read a newspaper, but when I do it tends to be the Mail. I have no idea why, because I have to read everything with a "reality filter". I can actually come up with really good reasons not to read any of the tabloids actually, so maybe the Mail's the best of a bad bunch on balance. I'm not sure.

american lockpicker · **Reply #211 on:** February 20, 2009, 02:09:16 AM

Quote from: Micky d on February 19, 2009, 07:00:21 PM

Quote from: Benner on February 19, 2009, 06:58:54 PM
We'd need to use something which the press could start focussing on. Large spoons?
I'm thinking we'll go with irony , so how about rolled up newspapers

ROTFL

Neil · **Reply #212 on:** February 20, 2009, 02:57:59 PM

I stopped reading the daily opinion papers years ago. Now all I see is the headlines whilst I wait in the queue at the post office. They're enough to wind me up

Neil

american lockpicker · **Reply #213 on:** March 04, 2009, 05:41:54 PM

Are the British Army Knives legal for carry. Also what about the locking marlin spike one?

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #214 on:** March 04, 2009, 06:10:23 PM

Non locking ones yes

sardauker · **Reply #215 on:** March 30, 2009, 02:39:37 PM

I suppose that I won't be able to carry my swisstool when I'll come in London in two months as a tourist, then -even when other than in travel does anyone need to have tools at hand?-
At least there'll be my cybertool :/

Gareth · **Reply #216 on:** March 30, 2009, 02:51:19 PM

Quote from: sardauker on March 30, 2009, 02:39:37 PM

I suppose that I won't be able to carry my swisstool when I'll come in London in two months as a tourist, then -even when other than in travel does anyone need to have tools at hand?-
At least there'll be my cybertool :/

But it is a good reason to get a PST/Kick/Knifeless Fuse

. You can of course bring your Swiss Tool with you but just not carry it on the street. Leave it in your room or something. If you were going somewhere quieter then I'd say you would get away with it, but not in London. It is worth keeping in mind that a lot of the big tourist attractions will have a "No Knife" policy anyway. Last time I was there I just didn't bother when going to museums etc as it became such a PITA. It felt very odd I can tell you. I hope you enjoy the trip.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #217 on:** March 30, 2009, 06:24:02 PM

Sadly Gareth has the truth of it $:-\$

But you should be fine with the Cybertool

sardauker · **Reply #218 on:** March 30, 2009, 08:55:49 PM

Quote from: Gareth UK on March 30, 2009, 02:51:19 PM

Quote from: sardauker on March 30, 2009, 02:39:37 PM
I suppose that I won't be able to carry my swisstool when I'll come in London in two months as a tourist, then -even when other than in travel does anyone need to have tools at hand?-
At least there'll be my cybertool :/

But it is a good reason to get a PST/Kick/Knifeless Fuse . You can of course bring your Swiss Tool with you but just not carry it on the street. Leave it in your room or something. If you were going somewhere quieter then I'd say you would get away with it, but not in London. It is worth keeping in mind that a lot of the big tourist attractions will have a "No Knife" policy anyway. Last time I was there I just didn't bother when going to museums etc as it became such a PITA. It felt very odd I can tell you. I hope you enjoy the trip.

Sadly, I feared it. My ST won't travel with me to London, then. There's no point in having a tool made to stay on your belt, and leave it in a suitcase. In an hotel room I think I can borrow or buy any kind of tool, if I really need to fix something in my luggage. -yep, I like to be prepared-

Too much paranoia around the world (even that the above phrase doesn't help me

)

Too many years ago, i brought my swisstool in the Pentagon... now, I think I'll be shot on sight :/

nuphoria · **Reply #219 on:** April 25, 2009, 06:01:59 PM

Can we add the Spyderco DK to the list? Looks like it's OK

I think I'm potentially after a T-mag... does anyone know if they come in 1\2 serrated blades and if they're any good?

Neil · **Reply #220 on:** April 25, 2009, 06:33:34 PM

I've always fancied a T-mag (plain edge) but they're a bit pricey $:-\$

Neil

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #221 on:** April 25, 2009, 07:08:51 PM

Quote from: nuphoria on April 25, 2009, 06:01:59 PM

Can we add the Spyderco DK to the list? Looks like it's OK

I think I'm potentially after a T-mag... does anyone know if they come in 1\2 serrated blades and if they're any good?

I think the DK is on the list

nuphoria · **Reply #222 on:** April 25, 2009, 08:27:43 PM

Quote from: Micky d on April 25, 2009, 07:08:51 PM

Quote from: nuphoria on April 25, 2009, 06:01:59 PM
Can we add the Spyderco DK to the list? Looks like it's OK

I think I'm potentially after a T-mag... does anyone know if they come in 1\2 serrated blades and if they're any good?
I think the DK is on the list

Can't see it, but then I am slykdexic and can't be trusted with these matters

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #223 on:** April 25, 2009, 10:43:09 PM

Quote from: nuphoria on April 25, 2009, 08:27:43 PM

Quote from: Micky d on April 25, 2009, 07:08:51 PM
Quote from: nuphoria on April 25, 2009, 06:01:59 PM
Can we add the Spyderco DK to the list? Looks like it's OK

I think I'm potentially after a T-mag... does anyone know if they come in 1\2 serrated blades and if they're any good?
I think the DK is on the list

Can't see it, but then I am slykdexic and can't be trusted with these matters

Added

nuphoria · **Reply #224 on:** April 25, 2009, 11:43:58 PM

Now, why aren't there more options that don't cost stupid money eh?

I want something a bit spydie or byrdie, not useless to lefties and legal.... that too much to ask?! I quite like the idea of half serrated too as it seems more useful to me if I'm carrying a single blade.

Anyone?!

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #225 on:** April 26, 2009, 09:45:42 AM

Quote from: nuphoria on April 25, 2009, 11:43:58 PM

Now, why aren't there more options that don't cost stupid money eh?

I want something a bit spydie or byrdie, not useless to lefties and legal.... that too much to ask?! I quite like the idea of half serrated too as it seems more useful to me if I'm carrying a single blade.

Anyone?!

It is a right royal pain in the buttocks isn't it

Myself and Ben were complaining about it at some length on the way to the meet

There is this... http://www.heinnie.com/product.asp?s=g3e92l1453701&strParents=&CAT_ID=121&P_ID=3979 and I'm quite tempted by it, especially at that price, but I'm not sure how comfy it'll be with that second blade $:-\$

nuphoria · **Reply #226 on:** April 26, 2009, 02:54:13 PM

Yeah, I'm really tempted by it too but was wondering if the blades could be moved over to make it left handed. It's unlikely as the part of the bolster which places the blade to the side is probably welded/pinned on.

I still might get one though as they look useful

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #227 on:** April 26, 2009, 05:34:25 PM

Well the steel's not too bad on them, but like you said, there probably difficult to mod to a southpaw friendly design $:-\$

Craig · **Reply #228 on:** April 29, 2009, 12:34:26 AM

Quote from: Micky d on April 26, 2009, 09:45:42 AM

Quote from: nuphoria on April 25, 2009, 11:43:58 PM
Now, why aren't there more options that don't cost stupid money eh?

I want something a bit spydie or byrdie, not useless to lefties and legal.... that too much to ask?! I quite like the idea of half serrated too as it seems more useful to me if I'm carrying a single blade.

Anyone?!
It is a right royal pain in the buttocks isn't it

Myself and Ben were complaining about it at some length on the way to the meet

There is this... http://www.heinnie.com/product.asp?s=g3e92l1453701&strParents=&CAT_ID=121&P_ID=3979 and I'm quite tempted by it, especially at that price, but I'm not sure how comfy it'll be with that second blade $:-\$

That looks like a good price. Just seen the price of the Urban - a bit of a shock as I was under the impression that it was going to be cheaper than the UKPK.

Benner · **Reply #229 on:** April 29, 2009, 12:44:25 AM

The Urban is disgustingly priced if you ask me.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #230 on:** April 29, 2009, 08:52:22 AM

It is an absolute rip off isn't it

I had hoped it would be more competitively priced, as there's nothing in the specs to command such a high price really $:-\$

Shame as really want one

nuphoria · **Reply #231 on:** April 30, 2009, 12:05:50 AM

Same with the UKPK - overpriced even though people who have one really like it. We're being taxed for having a knee-jerk nanny state government

ringzero · **Reply #232 on:** April 30, 2009, 04:06:03 AM

Quote from: nuphoria on April 25, 2009, 11:43:58 PM

There is this... http://www.heinnie.com/product.asp?s=g3e92l1453701&strParents=&CAT_ID=121&P_ID=3979 and I'm quite tempted by it, especially at that price, but I'm not sure how comfy it'll be with that second blade $:-\$

Very impressive.

I really like the basic concept - having a serrated blade to back up the mainblade is just a great idea for an EDC knife.

Serrated blade is great for emergency cutting: rope, nylon straps, fabric, etc. Even if it's dull, it'll cut well enough to get the job done.

The shape of the two blades look excellent too.

Anyone know the weight of this little guy?

.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #233 on:** April 30, 2009, 07:34:11 AM

Not sure how much it weights I'm afraid $:-\$

ringzero · **Reply #234 on:** May 01, 2009, 01:32:12 AM

Quote from: Micky d on April 30, 2009, 07:34:11 AM

Not sure how much it weights I'm afraid $:-\$

According to the Spyderco website it weighs 3.4 oz.

Not too heavy for EDC - for me personally, anyway.

The reason that I don't get one of these is that I'm doubtful about the ergonomics.

I'd want to handle one before buying just to be sure it comfortably fits my hand.

Micky d - you should buy one of these and then let all of us know how its ergos worked out for you. ;>

.

Benner · **Reply #235 on:** May 01, 2009, 12:01:00 PM

I'm up for that

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #236 on:** May 01, 2009, 10:26:57 PM

Quote from: Benner on May 01, 2009, 12:01:00 PM

I'm up for that

Well it won't be this month $:-\$

ringzero · **Reply #237 on:** May 01, 2009, 10:46:59 PM

Quote from: Micky d on May 01, 2009, 10:26:57 PM

Quote from: Benner on May 01, 2009, 12:01:00 PM
I'm up for that
Well it won't be this month $:-\$

Why not? You know you need (want) one.

This looks like it could be one of the best UK legal EDC knives ever.

In fact, I might be persuaded to EDC one myself here in the US. Locks are overated.

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nuphoria · **Reply #238 on:** May 02, 2009, 01:02:18 AM

I'm not convinced about the ergonomics either - would like to have a play with one. Until then, I shall be modding my own SAKs and making the knives I want!

Pah

Benner · **Reply #239 on:** May 28, 2009, 04:46:34 PM

Here's another legal EDC knife http://heinnie.com/product.asp?s=8Ypvmn1586947&strParents=&CAT_ID=158&P_ID=4149

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