Another amazing piece of craftsmanship.
I have purchased many knives from Barry and his family. Doesn't matter which one they are all great workmanship and quality. You won;t be disappointed with anything you have your eyes on.
Really love my smuggler with Magnacut blade... My 3rd one! wanting one with satin blade and blue handle next!!!
Great service and very friendly customer support!!
What can I say it is a dawson blade heirloom quality as well as a fully capable blade for self defense shelter building food prep overall kick ass blade that is ready for all your adventures.
Just received this GEN 2 Shepherd in Arizona Copper Finish. Very sharp and easy to use. It is a medium size knife. A bit on the heavy side compared to my normal knives. So far, used it in the kitchen to trim fat and lining of some beef and pork ribs. Will use it more in the daily kitchen. Definitely recommend buying this beautiful and handy knife!
I’m a fan of Dawson for the design and construction of their knives, including the ergonomics, aesthetics, interesting always-changing designs, choice of materials, and of course sturdiness.
1. I love continued to make improvements to their sheaths. Current generation is best so far, and I appreciate the inclusion of holes and slots to give flexibility in carry options.
2. I was a bit disappointed that the Arizona copper finish on the knife I received had very little of the cool Dawson mottling that was shown prominently in the web page pictures. There was very little mottling on the grind area of the blade (which is the majority of the blade area), and only significant amounts on one side of the non-grind areas.
4 comments
Mike Lester
Very well explained. I have just ordered one of your Javalina knives, and was interested in the blade and handle composition. Reading about both, plus the bending-don’t try this at home-makes me even more excited anticipating the delivery of this blade. And, at 69, it’s not easy to get me excited. Mike
Very well explained. I have just ordered one of your Javalina knives, and was interested in the blade and handle composition. Reading about both, plus the bending-don’t try this at home-makes me even more excited anticipating the delivery of this blade. And, at 69, it’s not easy to get me excited. Mike
Tyler Rogers
I’ve studied on blade steels a little for the last few years, and this article is the best simplified explanation on 3V that I’ve read. I appreciate it.
I’ve studied on blade steels a little for the last few years, and this article is the best simplified explanation on 3V that I’ve read. I appreciate it.
Mark carpenter
Great article, the knife I’ve been using for years is a Blackjack Tac Ops4 1095 blade that was triple heated with sct and dct cryogenic treatments. It has been extremely tough, holds a good edge and is easy to sharpen. I am interested in a CPM 3V knife but I’m not sure about its difficulty in sharpening in the field. Your blades look awesome but most are sold out, so please email me when they become available.
Thank you
Great article, the knife I’ve been using for years is a Blackjack Tac Ops4 1095 blade that was triple heated with sct and dct cryogenic treatments. It has been extremely tough, holds a good edge and is easy to sharpen. I am interested in a CPM 3V knife but I’m not sure about its difficulty in sharpening in the field. Your blades look awesome but most are sold out, so please email me when they become available.
Thank you
Marcus Boone
If these knives are affordable….I’m in.
Can hardly wait!
If these knives are affordable….I’m in.
Can hardly wait!