I read some reviews saying that the knives break. How can this be possible? I googled and found no explanation for a steel knife simply break.
1538658
Yes, it is not only possible, it is to be expected from hard high carbon steel. Generally speaking, the harder the steel, the less the flexibility, the easier to break. Although knives made of high hardness steel hold the edge longer, they are not meant to chop large bones and more likely to break upon impact. You should also avoid side-to-side wiggling if the knife gets stuck. These are the trade-offs the buyers need to be aware of. There are ways to mitigate this issue. For example, some knives are made with layers of different steel alloys with a thin layer of hardest steel sandwiched in the middle to provide cutting edge and softer and more flexible layers of steel on the outside to provide the body support. It is commonly known as "Damascus Steel." knives made of this process are much more expensive of course.
1538659
you couldn't have googled it because if you had, you would have your answer already.
2247543
Yes! And it is actually amazing! We had a problem with out knife block and one of the weights in the handle of one knife was loose -- they sent us a whole new set. Super fast. No hassle. Highly recommended! And the knives are super sharp!
1054070
I'd have to agree with these other two respondents. I don't have my knife with me here, but I would venture to say that it tapers down less than a USMC knife, HOWEVER it is also a thinner blade overall, so I would venture to guess that the two are about the same thickness and strength. I doubt either would ever break, except under the most extreme abuse. These are strong knives and will serve you well.If you need the ultimate in tip strength, a tanto design is probably the best bet. I have seen a few non-tantos with particularly strong tips, though.
988021
I wish I could help, but I've never had a problem with the blade cracking. Perhaps, there was a flaw in the one you had.
488413
I purchased a set of Rachael Ray 4-inch Paring "Furi Knives" and the green knife broke at the shank. It was purchased 4 months ago only! I'm so disappointed. What I should do? Thank you, Amanda
1545503
It is slightly blade heavy. I have seen videos of people using it as a throwing knife. I believe some of the videos originated with Cold Steel themselves. I have it in hand right now. I believe it would work. The blade point geometry, however, would make me leery of doing so, myself. Point is not super reinforced, actually comes to a point. I'd think that, eventually, it would break off. Just my opinion. The videos say otherwise.
622707
i checked the original box they arrived in and it makes no mention of a warranty. they're good solid knives, balanced and not too heavy. as long as you take care of them and use them correctly i don't see how you would ever need a warranty. i would check the Global website and send them an e mail.
550662
If you don't keep blade moving it could take off to much metal. But because its a belt instead of a stone. its not as easy to remove to much or ruin a knife. The belts only easily sharpen 3 or 4 knives with a couple swipes. You can sharpen more, but its takes more than a couple of swipes through the machine to do it. Hope this helps.
198414
I haven't but I'm sure I could, and fence wire is not all created equal. But you learn how, to use it and you can break it, just use it a different way on heavy and another on fine. Use it wrong and you can ruin the knife and that's all knives.
2229478
Mine broke too, my husband tried to cut a bone with it. I don't think he was suppose to do that. Also you can not put it in the dishwasher. I don't know if it's guaranteed for life I just won't buy another one.
983365
Although I have not taken this knife apart, once you get it, if you do, you will notice that it seems to be one piece of steel. Think of a Kabaar. I am not sure that the knife you have is the same knife I have. I have seen them (and bought them) before that are not the same. I would use my knife if I had to, but against a bear ? Does your knife have a thumb groove on the blade ? Mine does, first knife I have seen with one. I would not worry about the blade snapping but I have bought replicas like it where I would.
874667
It won't break if you use it as a normal pocketknife. It is a great knife from kershaw & should last a long time. Rub a little oil on the blade from time to time. Not sure how it handles "things" but it can handles light to medium duty tasks.
2214050
Never have had any problems with what you have mentioned. There are many blades that are like that... that my son and husband own but a well made knife makes the difference.
1261819
One of the knives, that I use most often, is being to get dull. I don't know if they can be sharpened. I've been wondering the same thing, but just haven't investigated yet.
1474029
Shouldn't be a problem, there may be a defect in the receiving portion on the knife. I'd contact the manufacturer with the concern.
1904901
As I've never owned steel knives I couldn't say but they are the sharpest knives I've ever owned and hold an edge better too. I've had Henkel knives but they were not nearly as sharp or well balanced in my hand as the Komachi.
1797680
email the maker of the knife/ send the knife to the maker for replacement, but get their ok before you send it, hope this helps.