I came across this company called CFK USA a few months back while searching online for random gear. I believe I found their knives listed on ebay and as I looked at them more and looked at their website I found a few interesting things.
1. They operate under two names. CFK Cutlery Co & iPak Survival. 2. They offer all knives as one of a kind which is true however, there are more than a few which will be VERY close in style (same blade design, materials, but just slightly different enough to be considered one of a kind). 3. They don't sell knives on their website, only eBay from what I could fine. 4. Most of their knives listed (at the time I was looking) were all listed with a very low starting bid with no reserve. Personally I think this is cool! Why? Because it makes the knives sell for true market value right then. You don't have to pay an insane price because that's what they are asking. You pay what you're willing to pay over the next guy who wants it too. I'll admit, I found a few I liked from this company and bid on a few prior to winning this one. Note: this company does some work on some models in the USA however these knives are imported. The "Damascus steel" is not the best quality (and most likely Pakistani / pakimascus) steel. It's not amazing steel, but looks great and holds a decent edge. Just know if you are going to buy one of these, it's not a top tier damascus steel like Damasteel. The model I purchased! Name/Model: CFK USA EDC TRACKER Hunting Skinner Purchase price: $80 Premium Green & White Canvas Micarta Handle Scales Full Tang 512 Layer Custom Damascus Blade Triple Oil Tempered to 58-60HRC Razor Sharp Blade Edge 9 5/8" Overall 2 3/4" Skinning Cutting Edge 2" Straight Cut Blade 5 1/8" Overall Blade 2" Wide Blade 3" Reverse False Edge 4 3/8" Long Finger Groove Grip Handle Brass Tube Pins / Brass Tube Lanyard Hole Vine File Work on Spine of Handle 3/16" Thick at the Spine Knife Weight: 9.7 Ounces Handmade Premium Buffalo Leather Horizontal Scout Sheath Lifetime Replacement Guarantee The knife came with no fancy box or packaging, but with their business card and a certificate of authenticity with the knives information. So far I've been very happy with the knife. The handle feels great in hand, very ergonomic design. Has great character on the spine with a notched design which offers some gimping. I've been using it for random chopping, cutting, feather sticks and normal use. The edge is holding well even with the wood work. I wish I had purchased one of their slightly heavier models for a little more effective chopping abilities but this works great for the size and weight it is. Having the two edges takes some getting used to but is very functional and useful. The sheath material is very nice, great stitching and feel. However, I wish the design was different. The sheath is setup to be carried horizontally and I prefer to carry my knife on my support (left) side so I can get to it with my right or left hand which I can't do with this sheath. The small pouch isn't large enough to carry any normal sized stone. The snap retention holds the knife in (barely), I will need to modify this because the knife can slip out more than I am comfortable with. However, for the price it's hard to complain too much about. Overall I have no regrets with getting this knife. It was absolutely worth the $80. It will continue to be a regular bush knife for me. The company has some very cool stuff and worth checking out if you're in the market for a new blade in that $40-100 range.
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