Peter Janda Fin Fixed Blade Drop Point Tactical Knife Review:

There were more than fifty individuals who contributed their feedback for this tactical knife, and they were impressed enough to give it a high average rating of 4.8 stars. All but a fifth of them gave it ratings of a perfect 5.0 stars, with the remnant rating it a high 4.0-star rating.

The reviewers commended this knife for being made of D2 steel and for being fixed-blade. One of them admitted that it was made in Taiwan, but he didn’t really care, as long as the knife was made of D2 steel. They confirmed the knife to be solid and coming with a sheath that worked well. The design was also appreciated, with one reviewer quipping that it fit right in with his fishing hobby. Another buyer commended the knife for coming with a blade that felt like it was powder coated with titanium, which he felt kept the protective coating from coming off. He also said that the knife was very comfortable to hold in both forward and reverse grips. He appreciated the holes found on the back and the top of the handle, as it meant he could use the knife for mounting as a spear. The sheath, made of Kydex, was also confirmed to be nice, and he especially liked that the sheath came with drainage holes on the bottom. The knife was confirmed to be very sharp, enough so that it could even shave off hair! Another buyer got this knife for a week-long outdoor trip with camping and canoeing. He confirmed the knife as surviving seven consecutive days of constant use, and even made a great spear for catching fish. He also used it for cutting and chopping logs as well as shaving off wet tree bark.

One reviewer commented that the handle was made of something that seemed to be hard plastic, but he felt that it was no big deal, considering that he would hardly be holding the knife all day. The same reviewer, who gave the knife a 4.0-star rating, shared that the knife had not been too successful cutting a gar fish open, which was the reason he took off one star.

Given the positive reactions to this tactical knife, we believe this would be a very reliable tool for your outdoor needs.

Ontario RAT-5 Knife Review:

There were less than ten customers who gave their feedback on this tactical knife, and the average rating sat at 4.2 stars. The good thing was that there were no reviews rated below 3.0 stars, so even with the low number of reviewers, we can have a certain assurance of the quality of this knife.

One of the reviewers shared how he had a relatively extensive collection of knives, and that when he discovered the RAT-5, it quickly became his favorite knife for survival exercises or camping trips. He confirmed the knife to be strong and holding up well to much abuse, still keeping its edge nicely. He admitted that it was a bit heavy, but since it was compact in size, he did not seem to mind it. He shared that he had two types of this knife, one with the serrations, and one without; he confirmed both to be well constructed, with handles that were very strong. Other reviewers also loved this knife for being very easy to use in camping trips, with the blade being long enough to get the job done without being a hindrance. It was also confirmed to be sturdy and coming with a well-executed finish. Another reviewer shared how this was his fourth Ontario knife, and he loved it, describing it as working as well as more expensive knives.

When it comes to issues with their purchase, at least two reviewers admitted that they would have gladly given this knife a perfect 5.0-star rating if only it came with a better sheath. It would seem that the sheath was all that the reviewers did not particularly rave about, as even one reviewer who gave it a perfect 5.0-star rating complained about the sheath being hard. In fact, one reviewer was not as gracious, describing the sheath as being a “complete embarrassment,” being made of plastic and cheap black nylon; he also found that it allowed the knife to rattle loose inside. He was greatly disappointed at the lack of a custom fit, especially given the price point of this knife.

From these comments, we would be very happy to recommend this tactical knife above its counterparts on the same price point. If you are strict about a sheath that fits perfectly, though, it might be a better idea to look around for other knives, given the comments on the sheath that comes with this one.

Kershaw Ripcord Knife with OTF Deployment System Review:

The ten customers who gave their thoughts on this tactical knife rated it at an average of 4.6 stars. Despite the relatively low number of reviewers, overall impression for it is quite good, as only one of them gave it a 3.0-star rating, and nobody rated it below that score.

The reviewers who loved this knife started off saying that they trusted the quality of the Kershaw brand when it came to knife. One of them quipped that Kershaw was great at coming up with knives that were as close to a switchblade as possible while still being within the limits of the law. He labeled this as his favorite knife, with the OTF deployment being a major value addition. He felt that out the front knives were faster to open compared to folding knives. He also loved the sheath, going on to describe it as being so small it could easily be mistaken for a tiny cell phone without giving any indication that it held a knife. Another reviewer was a Deputy Sheriff who loved using this knife on duty; he commended it for being very quick in terms of deployment. Other users described this as a very cool knife that was of a good size while fitting into a small sheath. One of them described it as a fun knife, which was also confirmed to be smooth to operate.

Meanwhile, one user who gave this knife a perfect 5.0-star rating admitted a tiny flaw: that it was not possible to “rip” the knife out in cases of emergency in one smooth motion. He described the deployment of the knife as requiring the user to pull the knife at least halfway out first, then tilting it before pulling it all out. This lack of speed meant that it did not seem to be a safe weapon to rely on in emergency situations that only afford you a split second. Interestingly, this was also the reason for the lone 3.0-star review for this knife. He also added that he sometimes even accidentally grabbed the blade as it was coming out of the sheath. One reviewer commented though, that the complaints of slow deployment would have been settled if the users knew how to do it properly. He explained that he used this knife on duty as a Deputy Sheriff, that deploying it simply required placing the thumb and index finger around the bottom of the knife, drawing the handle out and adding fingers as it came out. He admitted that it took some getting used to, though, and that practice was a non-negotiable.

Given these findings, we would highly recommend this tactical knife, on the premise that you commit to practicing with it before you actually bring it out with you.

Gerber LHR Knife Review:

The more than twenty customers who gave their feedback on this tactical knife gave it an average rating of 4.4 stars. All the reviewers gave it ratings of 4.0 stars and above, although there were more users who rated it 4.0 stars than a perfect 5.0 stars.

The reviewers were impressed with this knife on many counts. For one, they commended it for coming with a great design as well as good balance. They also found it very ergonomic and comfortable, and functioning well even as a utility knife. One user liked the rubberized grip, and felt that the full tang construction made it much better than its predecessor. He also liked the short portion of large serrations, as he found it to be very effective at cutting cords. Another reviewer commended this to be an excellent knife with a great sheath that could save the user’s life. He explained that the sheath was designed in such a way that the user himself could easily remove the knife while an opponent could not grab it out of the sheath to harm the owner. The knife was also confirmed to be built especially for combat. The hand guards were also appreciated, especially with the grip that came with finger grooves.

Meanwhile, one complaint that the reviewers brought up for this knife was that the sheath seemed to have a very stubborn release system. Despite that, though, the user still commended the knife and ended his review adjuring the manufacturer to make more of their knives like this one. Indeed, at least one other reviewer agreed that it was too difficult to sheath and unsheathe, which was likely the reason why many of them gave it 4.0-star ratings instead of scoring it a perfect 5.0: they believed the sheath could have been designed slightly better, with the corner edges possibly being made more rounded. Other than that, the sheath was confirmed to be very strong, and its coming with many attachment options still made it a good value addition to the knife. Interestingly, other reviewers confirmed that they did not have the same problem with the sheath, and at least two of them remarked about how using the thumb was necessary in successfully using the sheath, and that it was not advisable to pull on the knife.

Based on the positive experience that the customers had with this tactical knife, this will likely be a great value purchase for you. Of course, be sure you understand how to operate the sheath, and spend some time practicing it, so that you will never be caught off-guard.

Zero Tolerance G10 Handle with Speed Safe Review:

There were more than forty customers who gave their feedback on this folding tactical knife, and the average rating was a high 4.8 stars. Only two of these reviewers gave it ratings below 4.0 stars, while the majority expressed their approval by giving it perfect 5.0-star ratings.

The reviewers were generally impressed with Zero Tolerance knives, and this one in particular was described as the “latest superstar” of the line. One of the buyers went on to describe the model in comparison to its other counterparts: this was reportedly flatter in design compared to an earlier model, and that it made a nice, reassuring sound whenever it was opened and locked up. He said that carrying this on a daily basis was “pure joy” for him, as it worked great in just about any pair of pants. The flat construction of the knife was commended for resulting in its riding close onto the person’s leg without making any flopping movements. The pocket clip was also commended for being excellent and stiff, and the knife was found to be very lightweight. The SpeedSafe opening mechanism was also complimented for being very fast at opening the knife; one buyer described it as an “awesome” feature. One reviewer described this knife as obviously constructed to last through several generations. Another reviewer confirmed that the steel held its edge beautifully, and shared how he carried it with him everyday for his shipping industry job. It was also commended for arriving razor sharp, and showing no sign of wear and tear even after having been used to cut through just about anything. At least two of the reviewers described this as one of the best knives they had ever used, quickly rising to favorite status.

Meanwhile, one reviewer who gave it a low rating conceded that the handle and ergonomics were great, but that the handle seemed too small for his hands. Despite that, he commented that it was still comfortable, but that he was not too happy because the knife came with its blade in a dull state. He said he was going to return the knife, but he was disappointed at the lack of quality control, given how he knew the company was very meticulous about every part of their knives. Other than that, there seemed to be no major issue brought up for this knife.

From these findings, we believe this is a great tactical knife to invest in.

SOG Specialty Knives & Tools Tigershark 2.0 Knife Review:

The close to ten customers who provided feedback for this tactical knife all gave it a perfect 5.0-star rating.

The reviewers all seemed to rave about SOG knives in general, and this model in particular. One buyer described the blade as being “absolutely outstanding,” explaining that it was intended more for whacking out a trail and not for smaller tasks. Another reviewer commended this knife as perhaps being the peak of beauty for large knives. He felt that this could easily be among the best in large fighting knives, although it seemed too large for general use. Another reviewer appreciated the very sharp edge that the knife came with, and complimented the hand guard for being easy to attach. The knife was also confirmed to be well-balanced in terms of weight. A few other reviewers also raved about how this was the best of all the best knives there were, with one of them commenting he could probably write a review that was the length of a short novel just going on about how great this knife was. At least one user got this knife for hog hunting, and it was found to be just the best tool for the job. He confirmed the knife as being strong and holding its edge well. Another reviewer confirmed that the knife felt great in the hand, and shared how he used it to skin deer as well as to get rid of an opossum in his garbage can!
One of the reviewers noted that the blade was made in Taiwan, unlike SOG knives he bought twenty years ago which had their blades made in Japan. He hoped that it would not be a cause of a major difference in the way the blade worked, and added that he had nothing against Taiwanese craftsmen but simply that he believed Japanese-made items tended to be more reliable. Still, he did not seem to have any complaints from using the knife itself. Meanwhile, he only mentioned that the restraining strap on the sheath seemed to have no function whatsoever, as it still allowed the knife to slip out even when it was fastened.

Given the minimal issues brought up for this tactical knife, you will likely find this to be a great knife to add to your collection. Just be sure you know what a large knife is intended for, as you will not be able to use this for general purposes.

M9-Bayonet with Scabbard Review:

This tactical knife was rated by close to ten customers, who gave it an average rating of 3.5 stars. Unfortunately, two-thirds of the reviewers gave it ratings below 3.0 stars.

Those who loved this tactical knife described it as a high quality and durable knife. One of them was a loyalist to the Ontario brand of knives, and shared how, when he got this knife a few years ago and spent half an hour sharpening it, he had not been able to stop using it since. He was impressed that it took that long to sharpen it, as he believed it was indicative of the excellent quality of the steel: for example, he found that cheap knives could typically be sharpened in only five minutes, and also tended to lose their edges quickly. He loved the weight of this knife, and liked that it mounted easily on his AR-15. He confirmed that the sheath attached securely, too. He admitted that there were other brands of good knives, but he always felt that it was worth it to pay a little more for Ontario knives. Other reviewers also loved how this knife was very durable and coming with a simple finish. They also commented on how difficult it was to sharpen, although, like the first reviewer, they also conceded that it meant the knife was also very difficult to dull out. One of the reviewers admitted that he rarely gave perfect 5.0-star ratings in reviews, but for this knife, he felt compelled to do so. He was reportedly an army veteran who had his loyalties stuck only on items that really could hold up in the worst conditions. This knife was commended for being highly durable as well as extremely applicable for combat.
Meanwhile, the couple of reviewers who gave this knife poor ratings had simple complaints: one of them complained that it seemed a bit expensive for the value, while the other advised buyers to be careful about paying the price of a brand new knife for a used version. Apparently he was shipped a used item despite his having paid the price for a brand new piece, which was not a review about the knife itself but was rather reflective of the seller’s integrity.

Given how the issues brought up for this knife were not really about the quality or functionality of the knife itself, it seems fair to scratch them off the average rating. We believe that this tactical knife from Ontario deserves a shot, although the comments from the reviewers can still serve as good warning for checking the item you receive as being the one that you paid for.

Spyderco Civilian Tactical Knife with G-10 Handle Review:

The close to twenty customers who gave their feedback on this tactical knife gave it an average rating of 4.9 stars. All but two of the reviewers rated it a perfect 5.0 stars, and even the remaining two gave it high ratings of 4.0 stars.

One of the reviewers described this as the best tactical knife for users who intended to carry it as a weapon and not for utility use like opening boxes. He shared how he had been carrying this on his waist for years, and although he had never needed to use it, he liked it for being strong, thin, light, and comfortable enough for everyday carrying. He felt that it would definitely be a lifesaver should the situation arise, as it was extremely sharp. Another reviewer commended it for being a great knife that definitely commanded respect. He added that a DVD made by James Keating that portrayed the functions of this knife was definitely enlightening to him. Another reviewer raved about this easily being his favorite knife in this price range. He commended it as a real attention-grabber. One more reviewer was a former private eye, who was used to carrying helpful tools while he was working; he commented that he wished he had found this particular knife back when he was working. He described this knife as being bigger than it looked, and being many times more “wicked.” One more reviewer also used this term, “wicked,” to describe the curve on the knife, adding that he found it extremely sharp. He also added that it was more than his expectations. Another reviewer appreciated how everything about this knife was top-quality, raving about how unbelievable it was.

The only issue brought up for this knife was that only one side of the knife came with a liner. But despite that, the reviewer who commented on that still gave it a perfect 5.0-star rating.

Given how all the reviewers enjoyed this tactical knife, we believe this would be a very good addition to your collection.

Spyderco Bushcraft PlainEdge Knife with Leather Sheath Review:

This tactical knife was rated by close to ten customers, and the average rating was at 4.7 stars. The lowest rating given to this knife was 3.0 stars, and only one of the reviewers thought that to be a fitting rating for it.

Those who loved this knife raved about how comfortable it was. It was found to be slightly heavy, but he felt that ergonomics made up for it. The knife was a working tool that was appreciated for giving toughness associated with a Scandinavian grind. It was also commended for holding a great edge and for being easy to sharpen. Another reviewer pointed out that this knife had a good weight and a thick spine. He loved its beautiful feel and finish, as well as its sharpness. He was also impressed with the G-10 handle, as he had initially worried about how the scales might feel like plastic, but he was surprised to find that there was not the slightest plastic feel. In fact, he said that if the user did not know it was G-10, he could easily mistake it for wood. He added that the sheath was a nice addition, and that it was actually the first of all non-POS sheaths that he actually considered using. One of the reviewers admitted that the knife was expensive but that it was worth the price especially given the exceptional workmanship. He described this as a working knife that would definitely last. Another reviewer shared how he had spent considerable time searching for a good quality knife, and he was happy to discover this particular tactical knife, as it definitely satisfied him.

Meanwhile, the lone reviewer who gave this knife a 3.0-star rating commented was a lady who got this for her boyfriend. Unfortunately, when she received it, the box looked to be a bit damaged. When she opened it, she found a handwritten note that said the blade was scratched; she was very angry about that, and when she returned it, the second knife came damaged, too. It would seem that the 3.0-star rating was actually even a relatively high score, considering how the issue was still unresolved, but she conceded that the knife was great but that she wished she did not receive a damaged unit.

Fortunately, none of the other reviewers reported receiving a defective unit, so it might have just been the exception to the rule that the lady received at least two damaged knives. Overall, this seems like a good tactical knife to invest in.

Benchmade Mchenry and Williams Design Knife Review:

This tactical knife was reviewed by twenty customers, and they were happy to give it a 4.2 star average rating. Unfortunately, unlike other Benchmade knives that did not receive ratings below 3.0 stars, this model had three customers giving it relatively poor ratings.

One of the reviewers described this tactical knife as setting the industry standard for him. Although Benchmade was among the more expensive knives that might appear to be too much to pay for a knife, he explained that the price included many after-purchase services that the company offered for continued satisfaction. He then went on to describe this particular model: he liked the D2 steel that made up the blade of this knife, as he found that it could hold its edge well. Other reviewers commended it for fitting perfectly in the pocket and for having its blade hold a great edge over time. They also liked how trustworthy it was, with many of them having carried this knife with them everyday for many years.

One of the reviewers admitted that the steel on the blade could be found to be brittle, but he said that it was expected for D2-material knife, but that it was not usually intended for tasks that might cause chipping anyway. He still gave it a perfect 5.0-star rating. Meanwhile, one of the reviewers who were not too happy to give it ratings above 3.0-stars complained about receiving the wrong unit: instead of the D2-steel knife, he received one that said it was made of ATS-34. He personally had no problems with that type of steel, but he was not happy at the mix-up. Another reviewer who was disappointed complained about receiving a used knife instead of a brand-new one; of course, this means that the review was not about the quality of the knife but rather had to do with seller integrity. Other than that, there was one user who was disappointed with the knife itself, as he described it as being stiff to open and very dull. Of course, given how none of the other reviewers had this experience, this could possibly have been a defective unit or even a used unit.

From these comments, we would be very happy to recommend this tactical knife for you. Hopefully you would not have the poor experience that some of the reviewers did about receiving used items, but they seemed to be the exception rather than the norm, so it is not a cause for major concern.