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Visit the Support Our Troops page. NEWS Nov 6 2007 |
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Sgt. Mike McCoy PROTECTING AMERICAN FREEDOM Thanks for Your service SirVICTORY to the AMERICAN Soldier
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 by: Major Ian Humphrey Modern Day Uses for Knives in Combat Here is a short piece on what are some of the more common uses for  knives serving in combat environments. I began to make a list of some of the more common tasks, as well as some “emergency” uses. When you start to look down the list you will soon realize that most of these tasks are the same performed by law enforcement, EMT, and Firemen. The knife’s main use in combat is no different than in a “garrison” environment. It is there to be easily accessible to cut the mundane tasks that occur every day. In the military and law enforcement world, zip ties are very popular in securing gear and prisoners. Knives are used to cut off the zip ties when they are no longer needed. 550 cord and other types of rope and cord are cute everyday. Ammo cases and MRE cases all come with plastic or thin metal bands to hold everything together. The knife is used to pop open the
bands as well as pry open the cases. And if you have ever tried to open an MRE with your hands…you will soon realize it is far easier to use a knife instead!  A knife is also handy to pry outstuck bullet casings in a rifle or pistol, as well as a last ditch tool to turn scope screws. The knife is also used to pry open stuck or locked doors, windows, and gates. The knife is used to clear areas of brush or debris to open up  shooting lanes. The knife is also used to sharpen branches for aiming stakes when setting up a defensive position. The knife can be used as a hammer, makeshift shovel, and mine probe (although this is a last ditch tool due to magnetic mines). A large knife can also be used as a “show of force” to deter someone from attacking you or your comrades. In terms of “emergency” uses, a knife is critical for emergency exits from vehicles. If a vehicle is on fire, flipped over, or disabled, a knife can be used to cut seat belts and/or caught clothing, pry open a stuck door, smash a lock, etc. to aid in getting yourself and any other passengers to safety. A knife is also a last ditch, emergency weapon for close quarters combat. If your weapon jams in the face of the enemy, your  knife can be the only thing between yourself and the afterlife. Policemen, EMTs and Firemen will use their knives for similar tasks. While they will most likely never find themselves in a knife fight with a terrorist, they do rescue people from vehicles and buildings that require their knives to cut, pry, and hammer their way through various materials. In addition, these same professionals are
faced with every day cutting chores like rope, bindings, and other materials that need to be cut. The key to all of these knife related tasks is that the knife be properly maintained (sharp) and easily accessible. Your knife will do you no good tucked safely away in your duffel bag or sock drawer. The owner needs to practice different carrying methods to find the best way to carry their knife to meet their needs. |
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RELENTLESS KNIVES are 100% handmade by me in my shop. Each knife receives large amounts personal of attention and care that is just not available in a factory made knife.    Options include hand forging which makes a strong knife ....Super strong. Order YOUR Relentless Knife today........ |
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Questions from my customers: by Daniel M. Certo
Are Relentless Knives Truly Custom knives, or are they mid tech, or semi production knives. Well....I don't actually know the true meaning of any of the above terms, and since there is considerablecontroversy over the issue, I will simply explain my processes and methods and let you make up your mind.... Each Relentless knife is completely handmade by me in my shop. That would include designing the knifefor it's intended use, drawing the shape on paper or steel, cutting or grinding out the profile, rough grinding the blade bevels, heat treating the steel, cutting and grinding the handle material, putting it all together, and finishing the knife. No jigs are used, the blade bevels are not marked or measured. All of the grinding is done free hand. And, although I offer many different models, no two of the same model is exactly alike. I offer models, because to me, knife making is somewhat like playing a musical instrument. I memorize the shape of each model, and the look of the finished product. Then I practice each model until I can do it again and again so that one looks much like the previous. Then, it becomes a catalog item. I do this because the term "one of a kind" never really worked for me. I would make one of a kind knives, but as soon as they were sold, a friend of that customer would request one...."just like the one you made for him or her ". So yeah.....of course I will make you one of those. And on and on. I also make knives to order, as in if you want something you don't see in my catalog, and can describe it, either in a drawing or an email, I will work with you to make your vision a reality. Is this more "Custom" than making my vision a reality......I'm not sure, but do offer the service.  But, to put them in a show case would be a travesty, much like caging a wild animal. Relentless knives embody the spirit of the Viking Warrior, the Mountain Climber, the Explorer. They are made to withstand the extremes , and I spend many hours on each knife making it so. They are designed to be as useful as possible, because I realize that even in the 21st century, you are as far away from the cave as your electric switch. Now please don't get me wrong and think that I'm against knife collecting, or the artwork that some knives surely are...., no, it's just that my knives leave my hand with instructions to live.....! Take them with you on your next adventure. Their artistry is in their usefulness, in times of need. They are waiting to become your faithful companion....I'm sure you'll be pleased. |
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By Peter Ferrara, an associate professor of law at the George Mason
University School of Law.
September 25, 2001 9:20 a.m. National Review
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Unmoved by love or pity: Unceasing, as without
mercy. A
tough word, for tough people, needing tough equipment. 
