Old Timer Throwing Knife – Rendezvous-Style Rustic Throwing Knife, 1.25 lb Solid Steel Thrower with Handmade Leather Sheath

This is one hefty chunk of steel!I took a star off due to shoddy leather cuts on the handle (grip was cut to uneven lengths compared to the opposite side). The leather is dark on mine because I've treated it with wax and oil to waterproof it against rain and snow.The blade came heavily oiled, which is great, but it's a dirty oil, so I changed it to a more clean oil so as not to soil clothing upon touch.Personally, I use the no-spin throw technique (technically the blade rotates 1/4 spin), so I prefer very sharp knives. A couple of hours with a diamond stone got me a nice sharp and strong edge (18°) to make this knife more than a camping toy; to make it into a full fledged weapon and tool.It's funny to think it took me this long to get to this part, but this knife throws VERY well. It hits HARD. I'm going to need a harder target, because thick cardboard and Styrofoam don't stop this ugly monstrous knife! Yes, the knife is ugly, but in a rugged, manly way.My KA-BAR will remain my EDC knife, but this beast is what I'll use when I really need a blade that can be beaten to Hell and back again!I'll tell you right now, this knife is worth the $50 sticker price.UPDATE:The main part of the sheath is constructed well, but the belt loop is total garbage (see final pic). One of the loop's threads came out of the sheath (not cut, but just somehow came out), and the glue used to secure the leather ends is dissolving. In all fairness, I modified the sheath to be water resistant against rain and snow, but this is absurd. I'm going to have to use some proper heavy duty upholstery thread to redo the stitching, and go all Gorilla Glue + hot glue to insure this doesn't come undone again. If that fails, an improvized paracord strap will be attached and anchored through the eyelets, which I may do anyway. Even with this terrible design flaw and need for reworking the sheath, I still recommend this knife for use as a heavy blade for heavy use (1/4" spring steel, seriously, that's some durable s***).

I haven't broke it yet

At first I was pissed about getting sent the wrong one, but then I actually tested this knifes throw. Whoa. I've been throwing for years, everything from Gil Hibben to cheap mall-ninja Kunai, and this is hands down the best knife I've ever thrown. This bad boy is HEAVY, so if you're inexperienced or lack arm strength it'll feel like you're lobbing a scimitar. Only down side is the sheer weight of this thing absolutely murders my targets. That's not enough to take a star away, nor is getting sent the wrong knife. I'll definitely be buying another, great work!

I am a complete beginner when it comes to knife throwing. At first the knife seemed heavy but the more I threw it the more I liked it. I took it to my local mountain man rendezvous and placed 3rd the first time I have ever competed. I would have given it a higher rating on durability but one of the flat head Chicago screw that holds the leather on came out. Word of advice when you order this knife, before you throw it put some blue Loctite on the screws.

Sheath is cheap and cheesy But the knife itself is a well made and a good thrower.

so far i haven't thrown it only gone through the motion.. and wow does this thing force your muscles ( quick jumpers and stabilizers ) to grow because this thing is heavy, you must be in control of the point of this knife it is 4 sided and can do damage. imagine your bullseye on your target (the center unless you need to move it because of your natural placement when you throw) as a magnet that the point is attracted to. that will help and start with half spin no spin from a few feet away or so with a 3 feet wide and tall target (at least).. like i said will make other knives seem smaller after using this. forces growth.. bad side would be i could do an all chrome / metallic would be nicer.. this paint makes my hands nasty but i treated it with pine resin and turpentine and it smells and feels much better. looks nicer too did come with light oil which is good but it was yellow owell could be natural. the knife has a great shealth must be their new model. will update more when i use it..

This is a heavy duty throwing knife which should last for years.

Man...I just recieved two of these MONSTEROUS blades today! I cannot heap enough prais on them. The crafted ship and smithing is awesome. I would have done the sheaths differently, but my goodness. These are thick and heavy, and shake the earth when they stick into a target. When I began throwing knives, i started with the cold steel perfect balance. It's a good knife for beginners, and for anyone, but when you compare the two...the cold steel pales in its shadow. The heft makes it a little more suitable for experienced throwers, and the balance is something I'm going to have to get use to. It comes unsharpened, so making .5spin, 1.5spin, and 2.5 spin possible, because I grip the clip as I would the handle. Anyhow, I wish to know the name of the maker of the knife so that I can purchase these again if they get sold out. I am impressed. I almost went to a custom maker from the IKTHOF, but he was overpriced. He only stamps out the blades, but these are hand forged. They are gorgeous! They throw effortlessly if you have the skill.