I own a similar full sized all black Matriarch (with the Emerson Wave) and it scares me. Not a knife I would ever carry around. IIRC it was designed for the CIA and other govt agencies that didnt want to/couldn’t carry guns but still defend themselves. One slash would seriously ruin someone’s day.
There are many stories around. I only know one quote from Sal that this is a defensive design as you can’t stab with it. So the intention is to slash once and run. If you look at the concept behind the Yojimbo or Pkal you see that they have a much more aggressive approach. Google/YT Southnarc/Shivworks knives for further details.I own a similar full sized all black Matriarch (with the Emerson Wave) and it scares me. Not a knife I would ever carry around. IIRC it was designed for the CIA and other govt agencies that didnt want to/couldn’t carry guns but still defend themselves. One slash would seriously ruin someone’s day.
Illegal in many places.
A slightly less "tactical" version of the idea is the Opinel pruning knife.
Perfect knife for mushroom hunting and harvesting produce
Tactical, enemy mushrooms.Perfect knife for mushroom hunting and harvesting produce
You're well equipped to safely ride the New York City subways.
It is really tiny. Only a 2.2“ blade and it’s cute, so until now nobody ever has raised an eyebrow.You're well equipped to safely ride the New York City subways.
(Damn, that thing looks sharp!)
Just saw it on a vendor's website for about $30US. Billed as an oyster shucker. Neat little knife, though, that comes in several colors. Did not know it was Swedish.
Yes this is a rather new line from Mora but well received.
I love mine. Great to throw on a paracord around your neck. I have mine with me every time I am in the woods.
Just quoting the ad copy. I should know better, as I used to write the stuff, and we sometimes, well, exaggerated a bit.
They do have that fancy outdoor kit as well but I really just chuck it into my pocket or rucksack.
I have to look that one up.
