Colt Commander boot knife

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Skeleton daggers were all the rage back in the late 70's and early 80's. I think I still have a Tekna knife, which was one of the better ones, laying around. Looking over the materials and price, I'd say that one of these Colt Commander knives will serve pretty well for sticking someone. Very few daggers work well as utility knives, though. The AG Russell Sting was one of the exceptions in that regard. I'd want a better look at and description of the sheath, too. Lots of relatively inexpensive "boot Knives" have an okay knife coupled with a crap sheath. Anyway, for $40, it probably is an okay toy. If nothing else, it will make a cool letter opener on your desk.
 
If it's to be your next knife purchase then why do you care what anyone thinks?:rolleyes:

As said, what do you want it to do? As an inexpensive weapon it would serve the purpose, but lacks the length of a serious sticker.
 
I originally saw it at a gun show. I really liked it, but I needed a folder more. I got a Kershaw Ken Onion Blackout. So now I have a folder and a little more money, so I want to get this knife. It has a great quick-release sheath, it can be attached to the boot or a belt, or it can be worn with the included shoulder harness. (the shoulder harness is pretty neat). I guess I just want it for a medium-sized defense knife that will slash everything but my wallet. (The MSRP is actually $90, so $40 is a pretty good deal.)
 
Hey, if ya like it, then get it. Personally, it does nothing for me.
Just don't get it because you think you're getting a great deal. Smoky Mountain is selling them for the same price, as I'm sure most dealers are.
 
At the age of 13 and considering the laws on dagger carry in CA you may want to get the knife and put it into a collection, but under no circumstances should you carry it.

Since you would breaking the law to carry it you may want to save your money and put enough away to purchase a knife worthy of collecting. There are knife shows in CA and there are plenty of knife makers there as well. If you've saved the $30 for the Colt you'll be able to save the $150 for a younger maker custom that will increase in value as you mature in your collecting or you could work on collecting production versions of custom maker's designs (a lot of opportunity there and not that costly). The Colts may never be collectable and this particular piece certainly isn't. Concentrate on the Temberline, CRKT, Camillus, Spyderco, KaBar, etc. manufactures and you'll get much better knives.
 
Hello.

It seems like a decent knife. I don't really think that any of the blades that carry gun manufacturer logos are anything to rave about, but they aren't really junk. (Colt, S&W, Beretta and others have blades that carry their logos.)

Check out www.bladeforums.com for more help.

As far as carrying, no offense and I hope you don't think I'm talking down to you, but in CA, it probably wouldn't be wise for a 13 year old to carry a knife that is intended to be used as a weapon, defensively or not. I just can't see it going over well with the way the world is today. :(

Furthermore, I think in CA double-edged blades are specifically outlawed against carrying, period. Ask Jim March, he's the resident expert on CA knife laws.

Also; think about your purchase. Are you really going to use it for anything? Again, I doubt it is legal for you to carry, both because of your age and because it is double-edged. Of course there is nothing wrong with buying a knife purely because you like it. I sure have done that! :)

Do think about perhaps saving your money and getting a higher-quality blade. What sorts of knives are you into? Again, surf around bladeforums and you'll discover all sorts of sweet toys you didn't know you needed! :)

You'll probably end up hating me for this (at least your wallet will! ;) ) but have you seen any Microtech Automatics? Again, not legal to carry in CA, but a HECK of a sweet knife! They are rather expensive, but are NOT toys; they are quality pieces.

Lastly, I think its great that you are getting into blades and guns at an early age. More young folk should. Try sharing your hobbies with your friends. Oh, and always keep a sturdy knife with you. Perhaps you should look at a folder that you could carry and also have as a last-ditch weapon?

Read this, you might enjoy it: http://www.thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=59865

Take care!
Drjones
 
I am willing to take the chance of being arrested for carrying a tool that could possibly save my life.
 
Wombat,

You say the your are "willing to take the chance of being arrested for carrying a tool that could possibly save my life.", but are you willing to get the training needed to use it to save your life?

A knife is not like a gun. Any dolt can point a boom stick at someone 3 feet away and have a better than even chance of hitting them. A knife takes training to use in a defensive manner. It takes time and effort. It does not require a cool looking double edge. As an old fat man with two bad knees my training has saved my bacon a couple of times when people wanted to do me violence. I survived without serious injury because of luck and the aformentioned time I invested in training.

Save your money. Find a good practical defense class source. Learn that your mind is the weapon and everything else (hand, foot, knee, stick, knife, chair, rock, etc) is just a tool.
 
That knife is 100% *legal* in California, so long as it's carried openly.

Most cops and DAs think that "open carry" means belt-level is required. It's not. It's a quirk in Penal Code 12020 where it gives an example of open-carry of "openly suspended at the waist". It's an example, not a requirement. Still, he should do belt-level carry. The shoulder-hang strings could be tied to the belt or pants belt loops, to get a grip-down draw if he wants...if I recall, this piece does have a decent sheath with decent retention.

That said, a 13 year old will face harassment and possible illegal confiscation by cops. Possibly arrest, too. But the charges won't stick.

I think he'd be better off with concealed folders myself but, if these are what he's into, cool, at least he won't rack up a juvie weapons bust - which could have severe long-term repercussions as I've discussed with him.
 
Jim,

Is there an "intent to go armed" catchall that makes it illegal to carry anything for the purpose of using it as a weapon.
 
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