could i use this as a utility blade; hacking, prying, ect.
852246
It's a pretty decent blade for everyday work, and could definitely baton branches 3 or 4 inches thick. But for prying I'd be careful applying leverage as its a fairly light weight and thin blade
852247
Could you? Yes. Would I? No. I've used it for such before and it has done the job but I always feel like it is going to break. I usually have my 5-11 tanto knife on me as well and trust the much more.
1942135
I absolutely would not recommend it for that purpose. There are far easier ways to sharpen a metal knife; and scissors would be to thick for the sharpener.
2274151
Yeah, although I wouldn't recommend it, I would go with the tojiro utility blade, for a quicker breakdown and more precise cuts
943304
Yes. This is a blade for regular use when a larger instrument would not be practical. I have used similar blades during long treks and it functions well. It would not serve for building shelter, or defense. Not a general purpose knife, though. Too small.
240505
I agree with William. I believe it would generally work fine as a survival knife. However, it wouldn't be my first choice if all I was looking for is a survival knife that I was going to use regularly. Look at the Becker by KaBar and the Schrade SCHF9.
1751561
I suppose it could but I would not recommend it. It's more for hardware and working around the house like cutting wire and handyman type stuff
855071
Technically it probably could since it can do some cutting tasks but I would not recommend it. There are other tools much better suited to that job - like a coping saw.
513597
If you grind down the top blade edge, maybe. But I wouldn't take the chance because it might mean jail time and thousands of dollars in attorney fees and court costs. The only place you can store this while you're away from home is in a locked tool box and not in your pocket. DON'T END UP IN JAIL!!!!!
2001530
Sure can. Make sure to use a high-quality ultra-fine finish blade when you rip it to width, and go slowly. You don't want to splinter the edges.
1363610
I would say yes but not without seriously dulling the blade. I'd suggest a different knife for that. Still a good knife though.
994176
Yes, just make sure it lays flat on is own so you get a good straight cut. Utility knife is all you need.
898421
Yeah, it would work well as a beard trimmer. It's a good blade. It just has a serious design flaw in the case, so be gentle when extending it.
994863
I believe it's very possible. I wouldn't do that to my knife unless I really had to though. The knife is meant for self defense.
1684888
Probably, but it is the wrong blade in the wrong tool for the job. You need a blade with teeth such as a small circular saw and blade or a carpenter's saw.
1501870
See Jane's answer. While the saw wasn't made for that purpose, with the correct blade, it should not be a problem.
1165645
Wouldn't be very effective, no more than any other plastic shovel. It's "blade" is probably a half inch wide. Look into backpacking latrine digging shovels maybe? Cold steel has some knives meant for actual stabbing made of composite plastic. This is just for training I think.
305046
Yes you can. Make sure that they are your utility scissors that you use for those non tech cuts.