Spyderco Persistence

Spyderco Persistence

I just got this little knife, it's not a knife I would carry everywhere due to its size, it's to small for me, don't get me wrong it is a great knife, it was scary sharp out of the box, the ergonomics are also great.

This is the Tenacious little brother, but to me it will serve as a really great backup knife, don't let the size fool you, this are knife to be used daily, and can take a beating, and for the price you can't go wrong.

Here is the description from Spyderco:

Depending whom you ask, Persistence means different things to different people. It means continuing without veering off course or changing function or structure. It describes ongoing existence regardless of interference or challenges. Some even say persistent personalities experience déjà vu more frequently due to their repetitive drive. We thought it a great name for a knife as it also means steadfastness and never-give-up-attitude. Spyderco’s C136 Persistence is the smaller version of the Tenacious Model, another reliable descriptive of human nature. We milled the black G-10 laminate handle with prolonged fatigue-free cutting in mind. Comfort in hand means easier use long-term. Skeletonized steel liners tucked inside the handle, increase the handle’s rigidity and strength level without adding non-functional weight or bulkiness.The 8Cr13MoV stainless blade is a modified skinning-style, ground-flat. Careful positioning of the oversized Spyderco Round Hole, relative to the location of the pivot, pre-set the hand in just the right spot for fumble-free one-hand blade open/close. Fully sharpened edge from tip to tang generates the most cutting edge possible for the blade’s length. A 4-way pocket clip lets the folder set tip-up/tip-down left-hand/right-hand. Walker Linerlock has a jimped liner. Screw together construction.

Here are the Specs:

length overall	6 13/16 in. (173 mm)	blade length	2 3/4 in. (70 mm)	blade steel	8Cr13MoV
length closed	4 1/8 in. (105mm)	cutting edge	2 3/4 in. (70 mm)	weight	3.3 oz. (102 g)
hole diameter	1/2 in. (13 mm)	blade thickness	1/8 in. (3 mm)	handle material	G-10

And here is  a review:

Spyderco Persistence

Happy late Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving to ya'll, It was a busy little vacation, Thursday we had the traditional dinner with all the fixings and it was great, had some family over and watched some movies.

We saw the expendables, the movie was all right, but the blades shown in the movie were the real treat.

Great blades, for a so so movie

On the Ground: Purple Hearts and thanks in Iraq

Gen. Lloyd Austin, the top U.S. commander in Iraq, right, is seen with U.S. service members during a Thanksgiving visit to Al Asad Air Base in western Iraq, on Nov. 25, 2010. (AP Photo/ Maya Alleruzzo) © 2010 AP

In Iraq, where military operations are winding down after a seven-year war that President Barack Obama has promised to end, at least two U.S. soldiers spent Thanksgiving just grateful to be alive.

The two received their Purple Hearts from Army Gen. Lloyd Austin, top commander of the just under 50,000 U.S. troops still in Iraq, who was on a daylong fly around to five military bases with U.S. Ambassador to Iraq James F. Jeffrey to thank troops for their service.

Capt. Tony Smith, 28, was on a Nov. 3 patrol in the insurgent enclave of Hawija when a grenade ripped through his armored truck and missed him by about a foot. As it was, the blast concussed him and another soldier, who will get his Purple Heart soon.

"It could have been a lot worse," said Smith, of Braham, Minn., who is on his third deployment to Iraq since 2003 and served a fourth in Afghanistan.

U.S. Army Capt. Tony Smith, right, speaks to U.S. Ambassador to Iraq James F. Jeffrey, center, and his wife, Gudrun, left, after receiving the Purple Heart from U.S. Gen. Lloyd Austin, the top commander in Iraq, during a Thanksgiving visit and ceremony in Kirkuk, 180 miles (290 kilometers) north of Baghdad, Iraq, on Nov. 25, 2010. (AP Photo/ Maya Alleruzzo) © 2010 AP

Had Pfc. Matthew Gray, 22, been sleeping on his right side when a missile recently landed on his housing trailer, he would have been killed. As it was, he suffered shrapnel wounds in his arm and leg.

"I heard the arm sound, and then it came crashing into the room," said Gray, of Grosse Pointe, Mich., who is on his first Iraq tour.

"Neither of these guys should be alive," said their commander, Col. Eric M. Welsh of the 1st Brigade, 1st Infantry Division out of Fort Riley, Kan.

Gen. Lloyd Austin, the top U.S. commander in Iraq, 2nd left, along with U.S. Ambassador to Iraq James F. Jeffrey, 4th from left, walk with U.S. officers and State Department officials during a Thanksgiving visit to Al Asad Air Base in western Iraq, on Nov. 25, 2010. (AP Photo/ Maya Alleruzzo) © 2010 AP

Jakes

Another soldier, Sgt. Michael Norwood, 36, of Louisville, Ky., said he was most thankful for his wife — whom he recently remarried after the couple divorced several years earlier under the stress of the constant separation. He now worries about being sent to Afghanistan as part of the Obama administration's troops surge there.

"That's all we need," he said sarcastically, with a rueful grin. "But my wife understands that this is what I do. I know I'm a tool of the government, but that's my job. And she does support my endeavors."

Lara Jakes is an AP correspondent based in Baghdad.

Spyderco Tenacious

Spyderco Tenacious

I recently was able to get one, at first I was adamant to get it because it is made in China, after playing with it in the knife shop I decided to take it home.

I was surprised at how well constructed is, you can tell right out the box that Spyderco has the quality control down to a T, it has a solid lock up, a very well made g10 handle, they nailed the 4 position clip and as always it was scary sharp out of the box.

Definitely a great EDC knife, I'll put it to work for the next couple of weeks to see how it handles abuse.

Here is a video review:

Tenacious

Description:

Being tenacious means one holds fast. One is persistent and cohesive. It means being tough and tireless until achieving your goal: all knife-worthy definitions for a worthy knife. The mid-sized Tenacious has a black G-10 laminate handle, milled with prolonged fatigue-free cutting in mind. Tucked inside are skeletonized steel liners increasing the handle’s rigidity and strength without adding non-functioning weight or bulky thickness.

The 8Cr13Mov stainless blade is leaf-shaped and ground flat from spine to cutting edge for cutting performance. The blade’s shape coupled with an oversized Spyderco Round Hole and textured spine jimping allow you to open the blade and position your thumb on the spine in slip-proof confidence ready for work. A Walker Linerlock (with jimped liner) and a 4-way pocket clip lets you set your carry and draw preference: Tip-up/tip-down left-hand/right-hand. Screw together construction.

And here are the manufacturer specs:

ength overall	7 3/4" (197mm)	blade length	3 3/8" (86mm)	blade steel	8CR13MOV
length closed	4 7/16" (113mm)	cutting edge	3 3/8" (86mm)	weight	4oz (115g)
hole diameter	1/2" (13mm)	blade thickness	1/8" (3mm)	handle material	G-10

Quark Mini 123

Perfect light for EDC, small enough for a key chain but it packs a lot of brightness.

For the people that doesn't want a tactical light but they don't want a crappy small light this is the perfect light, it can illuminate a dark parking garage on high mode, can help you read a map or find your seat in the movies on low mode.

With the new saving lights schedule getting dark earlier it is imperative to have a light.

Here are the specs from the manufacturer.

The Quark Mini is the perfect every-day-carry (EDC) pocket flashlight. It is ultra compact and has a simple, easy-to-use interface (the same great interface used in the Preon 1 flashlight). Like the regular Quarks, the Mini uses the latest in LED technology, has ample knurling for a sure grip, and is at a price point affordable for everyone.

Quark MiNi 123 Basic Specifications

• LED: CREE XP-G R5
• Max Output: 189 Out-the-front (OTF) lumens
• Material: Type-III Hard-anodized Aircraft-grade Aluminum
• Lens: Optical-grade glass lens with anti-reflective coating on both sides
• Water resistance: IPX-8
• Battery: One lithium CR123A (3V)
• Seven Output Modes:

  Low: 3 OTF lumens, 150 hours
  Medium: 40 OTF lumens, 8 hours
  High: 189 OTF lumens, 1.2 hours
  Special (hidden) modes:
  Strobe 2.4 hours
  SOS 7.2 hours
  Beacon (Hi) 12 hours
  Beacon (Lo) 60 hours

• Dimensions:

  Length: 2.3 inches
  Diameter: 0.80 inches
  Weight: 0.62 ounces (w/o battery)

  
  And here is a video of the review.
  Mini 123 review 

Boker Gnome

Boker Gnome.

I finally got this little knife, I waited nine months to get it, the knife is not available everywhere yet, if you are lucky enough to get on jump on it.

I've used it all day today, around other people and nobody noticed it or comment about it, it's the perfect size to have around and not scare people

Here are the specs from the manufacturer:
Fixed blade knife by Boker Plus. We are very proud to present the brand new VoxKnives Gnome, as a Boker Plus exclusive design. This new neck knife from Jesper Voxnaes will captivate you with its ultra compact design and carry comfort. The contoured green canvas Micarta scales provide a secure and comfortable grip, even with a knife of this compact size, and present an attractive contrast with the bright red fiber layers. Blade steel is 12C27. Includes a Kydex sheath.
Blade length: 2 1/8''. Overall length: 4''. Weight: 2 oz.


This blade will make a perfect EDC, you can actually match it with a mini quark 123 and you'll have a great blade and a great knife in a small package.


Here is a video review of the knife.
Boker Gnome review


I'll post pics and specs of the mini 123 tomorrow.

I was MIA

Sorry for the delay between post, I have been MIA.

I have finally finish my CERT certification, and I started volunteering in the Red Cross, I have find some of the classes boring, but I have to take them so I can progress to the part I want to be, which is Disaster Preparedness.

Tomorrow I have a Shelter Ops and Shelter Simulation classes, hopefully they'll be more interesting and with better instructors.

We'll see what's in store tomorrow!

A little fun read

Have to love conspiracy news.

Stay Out Of Major Cities This Weekend? Conspiracy?

What is going on? The president is leaving overseas with 34 warships, 65 airplanes, almost all his staff and a good number of friends (rumored 3000 people). This has never happened in American History. Is this acclimation or the real deal? You just got to wonder.
www.ndtv.com/article/india/34-warships-sent-from-us-for-obama-visit-64459
What about the loss of communication with the 50 nukes. Was it a test, dry run? How was it that it was exactly 50, and not 49 or any other number? Could it be one for every capital of every state?
www.deccanherald.com/content/108016/us-lost-link-50-nuclear.html
What better way to get the North American Union, new monetary system, new constitution, NWO, etc… than to just take out all the state capitals. I would not put anything passed the Illuminati.
There are other stories out there including rumors of Bank holidays as early as 11/11, but I cannot confirm. To me all of this suggests the possibility of a serious situation coming this weekend and the close beyond. Would it be a good idea to stay away from major cities, and major state capitals? How about some emergency supplies and resources? I think so, but you have to make up your own mind. Being wise and prepared can’t hurt, but playing lite could potentially kill you.
It is true that all this could be nothing more than acclimation, sort of like “the frog in the boiling pot”. But since we do not know, all we can do is back in to things as best we can, though this means that we’ll get things wrong more often than not. It could also help change the mind of the evil masters and help avert /delay the disaster.

Update:11/51/10 11:00am PST
It looks like they are backtracking a little bit.
www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5jnvgjuZmmmbXI-QwUkdw1UrxCzgQ?docId=CNG.e6845d9c6b2c4020d697d067ff57e4ad.431
I still think it would be prudent to stay on guard until the president returns home. (10 days from now)

USMC81 - Marine Corps Web Log: Killing In War

Great read!

USMC81 - Marine Corps Web Log: Killing In War: "by Wally Beddoe, 2010 Abstract This report considers the moral issues associated with killing in a war. To add flavor to an otherwise m..."