Martin Knives Photo Gallery

[HMartin]

We are going to start this off with a few pics of some work both past and present. Devils feel free to share your pics of our work also. Let's see what you got.

Hank

[HMartin]

A few more.

[deathtakeslast]

Heres mine.

[M.Olexey]

All awesome but those hollow handle survival knives are off the scale cool!







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[NEWT]

heres a few. and also a shot of my stress managment system.

[HMartin]

When we were first getting started one of our best sellers was a dive knife. We have made several models since then.....here are a few pics. Although I normally would not put our 417 Fliper in the dive knife class, the one in the pic was a special build for a military customer who planned to use it in and around the water.

Hank

[deathtakeslast]

How about one like this.

[HMartin]

That could be done, no problem. Maybe we will add one to an upcoming batch and see how it comes out. What do you think, maybe a 7 inch blade?

[Mr.LaBella]

http://www.jerzeedevil.com/gallery/files/4/martin_knives__group_1.jpg


http://www.jerzeedevil.com/gallery/files/4/martin_knives__group_2.jpg


http://www.jerzeedevil.com/gallery/files/4/martin_knives__group_3.jpg

[deathtakeslast]

Oooooooooo like thoses red JD spacers. 7in would be cool or 8

[HMartin]

Elephant Ivory Bolsters and Amboynia Burl scales.

[Bill Coye]

Martin family,

Thank you for making an honest knife.

Bill

p.s. Go Sooners! :cheesydevil:

[NEWT]

Martin family,

Thank you for making an honest knife.

Bill

p.s. Go Sooners! :cheesydevil:




thanks amigo.

P.S. GO RED RAIDERS!!!!!:madaddy::cheesydevil:

[langston302]

OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO-U!


hey are you guys going to be at the Tulsa Arms Show the 4-5 next month?

[NEWT]

OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO-U!


hey are you guys going to be at the Tulsa Arms Show the 4-5 next month?




i think Hank is tying to get us a table. we've been trying for the last 2 years and haven't been successful yet. maybe this time we will be. i will let you know if we get one, and OOOOOOOOOOOO-U SUX!!!!!!!:devil1::cheesydevil:

[Bill Coye]

That's the biggest, badest show around - two floors and 3.5 gazillion people. No kidding, I've never seen anything like it. Hope you guys get spot so I can add to my Martin collection and discuss football a little further :cheesydevil:

Bill

[Bill Coye]

Actually, OU doesn't suck nearly as bad as my knife grinding - I'm going out to the KMG to butcher another piece of O1 now.....gotta start somewhere.:cheesydevil:

[Bill Coye]

One more

[langston302]

OU does suck....in the national championship game....which if I remember correctly Texas was not in.......:shockedevil:

[NEWT]

more for the gallery. enjoy!!!

[Bill Coye]

Awesome work!

[BGadvocate]

All- looking for a new bushcraft knife that can handle extreme conditions?

I just purchased a Martin Knife- Custom handcrafted "Bushcraft Tactical" model in S30V stainless steel... with no big hit to the wallet- for around $325-$350.

- 4" Serrated Blade
- Black Micarta Handle
- Nickel Silver Gaurd
- Black Horizontal Leather Sheath

This knife rocks! The quality, feel and balance is superb! Also, you can completeley customize any model knife. Wait time is approx 2-3 months. I highly recommend Martin Knives!

More photos and info at: www.kniveswideopen.com
Mark

[Mr.LaBella]

All- looking for a new bushcraft knife that can handle extreme conditions?

I just purchased a Martin Knife- Custom handcrafted "Bushcraft Tactical" model in S30V stainless steel... with no big hit to the wallet- for around $325-$350.

- 4" Serrated Blade
- Black Micarta Handle
- Nickel Silver Gaurd
- Black Horizontal Leather Sheath

This knife rocks! The quality, feel and balance is superb! Also, you can completeley customize any model knife. Wait time is approx 2-3 months. I highly recommend Martin Knives!

More photos and info at: http://beargryllsadvocate.com/martinknives.html

Mark

:welcome: to The JD, please do not forget to introduce yourself upstairs! :cheers:

[BGadvocate]

Here is my new Bushcraft tactical in S30v.

[BGadvocate]

Opps!

Here is my new Bushcraft tactical in S30v.

[NEWT]

great pics amigo!! you are welcome to double post anytime.:cheesydevil::devilinheaven:

[BGadvocate]

My first of many field tests have been posted at: www.kniveswideopen.com

Just click on Field test #1

Mark

[NEWT]

great test, and review. very impressed with the real world testing aproach you took. looking forward to see the other test.:devilinheaven::jdspam:

[BGadvocate]

Folks- I'm revamping my website...which is down right now. So I'm posting this info to JD.

Martin Knives | Texas

Family Craftsman: Ed, Newton, Hank, Scott & Maria


I'm a proud owner of this Martin Knife- Custom handcrafted "Bushcraft Tactical" model in S30V stainless steel... with a base price of $195 (in 1095 HCS) it's no big hit to the wallet. This model shown is priced around $295-$350 depending on options you select.

Shown model includes:

- 4" Serrated Blade in CPM-S30V
- Black Micarta Handle
- Nickel Silver Gaurd
- Tubed lanyard hole
- Grooved finger placement on blade spine
- Black Horizontal Leather Sheath
- Firesteel attachment

*Knife Specifications:

Weight: 8.5 oz
Bladge Length: 4.0"
Knife Length: 8.844"
Blade Thickness: 4.19mm
Blade Width: 29.33mm
Handle/Grip Thickness: 17.92mm
Handle Material: Black Micarta
Balde Material: S30V
Blade Shape: Clip-Point
Blade Grind/Finish: flat grind with a convex edge with satin finish.
Point of Balance: sits at 3.5" from back handle (8.3mm behind solid pin)

Other notes: All Martin Knives stainless steels are triple tempered and cryogenically treated twice. The cryo is 100 degrees below zero for 6 to 12 hours each treatment. This enhances the performance tremendously. The Rockwell runs around 58 - 60.

* These are handmade custom knives- so specifications will vary.

S30V: An American made and developed premium grade stainless steel created especially for knives. It's a powder made steel with a uniform carbide distribution and clean steel properties. As a blade material it offers excellent corrosion resistance and superb edge qualities.

This knife rocks! The quality, feel and balance is superb! This knife is built to work in extreme conditions...where your life may depend on it. I will be field testing this knife within the Northeast Region (Adirondack High Peaks, Ha-De-Ron-Dah Wilderness, and Appalachian Mountain Range to include Mt. Washington. Mt. Washington is the Highest Peak in the Northeast at 6,288 ft which has a reputation as the most dangerous mountain in the world based on size. The worst conditions on Mt. Washington are approximatley equal to the worst reported in Antarctica.

Field Test Reports: (Below)
Field Test #1 Ha-De-Ron-Dah Wilderness
Field test #2
Field test #3

Maybe Bear Grylls or Rob Bayley could send me the S4 model for a head-to-head comparison! - That would be fun!

In addition, you can completeley customize any model knife. Wait time is approx 2-3 months. I highly recommend Martin Knives!

Martin Knives home page: http://www.martinknives.com/

Martin Knives Video: http://cbs11tv.com/video/?id=15077@ktvt.dayport.com

Bushcraft Tactical Model Options & Pricing: http://www.martinknives.com/SURVIVALBUSHCRAFTDIVEUTILITY.html




Environment: Ha-De-Ron-Dah Wilderness is made-up of pine forests, thick mud, swamps, large boulders, creeks and lakes.

The Tests:

Handle Ergonomics & Security- Outstanding! Very confident grip with point of balance that is superb! Water or grime on handle actually had no impact on grip. The security is bar-none!

There are four points of security:

1. Grooved finger placement on blade spine
2. Top & Bottom handle contours flush to guard for thumb & 1st index finger hold
3. Vertical texture grooves on handle to enhance grip traction
4. The Heal drop prevents hand from shifting backwards off handle

Carving- the S30V blade made carving an easy task with little effort. No issues with short and long blade strokes against or with the grain. No indication of blade wear from use.

Drilling- Like butter! 3 full rotation of the blade and your down 0.5"-1.0"

Carrying- Awesome- and with many options! The horizontal black leather sheath is sturdy. The knife has a perfect snug fit with the right pressure to insert or release knife from sheath. In case the snap closure comes undone you can be confident that your knife will not slip out. Of course, all button snaps on the sheath are built rugged with a secure snap...so I doubt you'll find the snaps coming undone. The sheath can be worn waist front side for a cross-draw (which I prefer) and back of waist (both options via belt through straps on sheath). This also leaves many options for securing knife on backpack as well, but if you walk away from your pack....your out a knife! So, having it attached to you at all times offers quicker availability for full-time use & security.

Sheath Specifications:

Weight: 5.4oz
Thickness: 0.4"
Length: 8.0" (add another 1.2" for handle clasp).
Width: 2.5"


Firesteel Use- Perfect....better than that thin grooved steel plate it comes with. The spine of the blade created successful amount of sparks to create a fire. At 5,000+ degrees the sparks bounced off the blade coating and leaving some small residue on the blade that can be removed with a few wipes of paper towel.

Cooking-Skewer- The blade inserted into direct flame for a few minutes left no sign of wear or discoloration. I was also impressed that the Micarta handle conducted no heat from the full tang construction. This is ideal if you want to use the knife as a skewer to cook small bugs, marshmallows, snake, worms, eye balls or small cut meats over the fire.

Chopping wood- Outstanding! Forget packing an axe! The BT Martin Knife performed with little effort chopping branches and logs (4'-8" dia). Using a small log to hammer the blade spine at a slight angle into the log was effective. Creating two downward angle cuts about 3" apart and turning log over and do the same was the best technique for med-large logs. Oh....I never broke out in a sweat thanks to the weight of the BT knife, the spine thickness (for easy contact) and its sharp blade! The blade showed no wear from chopping or any noticeable marks from the downward hammering on the blade spine.

Corrosion Resistance- Perfect! The BT knife was submersed in acidic lake water, creek bottoms, sand, mud, tree sap and more. It was left in the sun or put back into sheath for few days. With that....I saw no signs of any corrosion.

Conclusion- Its everything I would expect from Martin Knives! I'm really doubting that this knife will ever fail in the field or need any custom upgrades by Martin Knives. More testing coming soon!

[BGadvocate]

I'm thinking about doing video clips for next tests...photos don't add much realism!

[deathtakeslast]

Awesome looking knife.

[BGadvocate]

Ok- have updated Martin Knives Field tests www.beargryllsadvocate.com

[Bill Coye]

...can you dig it?

Yeah, I thought you could.

Thanks Martins!

BC

[BGadvocate]

Sword or knife?? Either way...I digg it!

[Bill Coye]

7" Blade
S30V
Brass hardware

Awesome grind. Peroid.
I have Grind Envy. I can admit that.

BC

[BGadvocate]

Its a Martin Knife...What else can we ask for! Thanks for the dimensions...I couldn't figure out the scale. Maybe I should play Poker more often!

[NEWT]

great photo!!! thanks for hanging out with us the other day Bill!!!

[SPLITSHOT]

Sweet knife Bill....

[Bill Coye]

great photo!!! thanks for hanging out with us the other day Bill!!!

No sir, thank you!

[BGadvocate]

With help from Ed Martin...I added a BT S30V Knife Care section to website: http://beargryllsadvocate.com/knifecare.html

[BGadvocate]

Working on some creative shots of BT for website. Vote which one you like the best 1, 2,3, or 4

[deathtakeslast]

Havnt seen one of these in awhile

[NEWT]

thats old school!!!! :devilzeek

[deathtakeslast]

Shouldn't be. Carbon steel that bad boy and blacken it.

[BGadvocate]

Hey guys....haven't seen much activity....show us your Martin Knives! I should have a few more in the coming months...I'm an MK addict! No help required. :cheesydevil:

[BGadvocate]

Hey guys,

Once again, and with no doubt....Ed Martin has impressed me!!!

Some pics of my new Custom Frontier Griz knife by Ed Martin at Martin Knives of Texas. Out of the box...this knife is just amazing! I can't wait to use this in the field. It just might be my favorite knife in the collection! I configured this knife to add some "BT" features incorporated into a "Frontier style" knife for a more modern look. I also had Ed use a "MK" stamped logo.

Some specs:

3/16" 1095 with 5" blade satin finish
Non-sharp clip point
Thumb notches on spine
Paduak scales, black liners, and (2) 1/4" nickle pins
Nickle Hilt
Laynard hole

Original Style: http://store.martinknives.com/auto/detailview.php?id1=2135382924&id2=2052619&id3=YES&id4=martinknives.com


Photo gallery with full review coming spring 2010...

[BGadvocate]

Few indoor shots...

[bigbob68]

I have a feeling that an extra large is in my future. This is a great EDC blade. Thanks guys!!!

[NEWT]

I have a feeling that an extra large is in my future. This is a great EDC blade. Thanks guys!!!

glad you got it!!!:ssmile:

[BGadvocate]

The MK "Sidekick" ...that's right beside brother BT. Great fighter and more...!:alicecooper::parker:

- 5" long 1/4" 1095 High Carbon steel w/black KG Gun Kote Baked Finish
- The top edge sharpened approximately 3" back.
- Balance right on the guard.
- Weighs only 8.2 oz.
- Hilt is aluminum
- Handle is black canvas Micarta
- sheath is an olive green Blackhawk #2.

If weight in a combat fighter or tactical military knife is a concern...this could be a good option. The Blackhawk sheath is a perfect fit...it seems as if they made it custom for the Sidekick. KG baked finish came out very nice...smooth, even and with no flaws!

[BGadvocate]

The family is finally together.....:thefinger

[NEWT]

great pics!!:devilzeek

[BGadvocate]

The mighty BT has a brother now! I think they will get along just well in backcountry.

[Oliver Mendl]

here's my surv-9

http://www.ytiger.com/exclusiveacc/img/martinoftexas_surv9.jpg

http://www.ytiger.com/recentpicsforsharing/mar_surv_a.jpg

http://www.jerzeedevil.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=67648&stc=1&d=1289671284

greetings,
olli

[BGadvocate]

Awesome!

[BGadvocate]

Sometimes the "best of makers" are lost in the shuffle of high power marketing, buyers wanting the latest, and dealers promoting bizillion knives to consumers. So let's get some MK of Texas craze going on and post some pics! Its the gents at MK of Texas who started my passion for knives ...and of course, combined with my passion for outdoor adventures. The truth, no matter how many knives I may purchase past or present- it always comes full circle to my MK BT knife! :devil1:

With that said, before you buy your next knife- make sure its more than just a cutting tool!

Hats off to Ed, Newt and family!

[BGadvocate]

Look what Dr. Newt created. Thought I'd share some pics before it get's traveled and used. :thumbsup:

[FatJimmy]

Some mean looking daggers in this thread:yuna:

[BrianL]

Look what Dr. Newt created. Thought I'd share some pics before it get's traveled and used. :thumbsup:

Now that is bad ass:thumbsup:. Will have to add that to my collection of Martin knives, haven't seen it on the website though.