I am getting back into kayaking after making the move from the California coast out to the mountains of New Mexico. The lakes in our area have recently opened up for boating, so the lovely bride and I have just bought a pair of kayaks.

Back in California, I carried a Model 16 on my kayaking trips in the Pacific ocean, S.F. bay and the various lakes around the northern part of the state. I have since given that knife to my son-in-law.

So now I am looking for something smaller than a Model 16 to use. I have narrowed the choice down to either a stainless Model 15, a Model 28 or a Combat Companion. I would like to have the full finger grip handle, single rounded brass hilt and possibly sawteeth (Still debating on the sawteeth option).

I was wondering if any of you might have pictures of something similar to this set up that you could share...

Thanks,

Mick

Mick
here are some combat companions with 14 style finger grips, single finger grip and border patrol handle shapes with various hilts

Peter

I have a CC/FT in stock without teeth. Here's a shot of both blade options. These knives come standard with stainless blades, black or green micarta, BPH...and, of course...FULL TANG!!
Hope this helps, Capt. Chris

Peter & Capt.,

Thanks for the pics!

I really like the looks of those with the sawteeth option.

Capt.,

Is it possible to get the full finger grip handle on the CC?

Thinking out loud, speculating...

The CC with "serrations" might be nifty for boaters, etc., since the size is more convenient than some of the other exposed tang RMKs.

Why serrations? Some of the styles of serrations on the market (think Spyderco) are super sharp and "cut both ways" if you have to cut a rope.

The RMK saw teeth were designed for ripping--aluminum and Plexiglass--and are ideal for that.

David, the diver, who I have not seen on here for some time, might have some real world experience with both saw teeth and serrations Maybe he will see this and respond.

Larry

I was thinking along the lines, similar to our "Rafting Build" we did a few years back. Freshwater/Mountain Kayaking might require a more "versatile knife", like cutting up crap if you're stranded, etc...
Just sayin',
Capt. Chris
PS: 4 finger grip, single finger grip are "not" available on a CC/FT
CCS

For my 2 cents, the Bearcamp Special would be perfect. Basically a Model 5. With the right options starting with a carbon blade- pickled, you could get close. I'd go for a single hilt myself. Second choice would be a Combat Companion with sawteeth.

Pap

Fireman is full tang and can be had with #14 style finger grips. .. I think. ..

Thanks for the info Capt.,

I searched, but was not able to find the “Rafting build” thread you mentioned, but I would sure like to see that one. At this point it looks like a Model 15 may end up being my final choice, as it has the full finger grip option that I am looking for.

So this is what I am looking at:

1) Model 15
2) Stainless steel blade
3) Sawteeth
4) Single brass hilt rounded on top
5) 4 finger grip handle (Green Micarta)
6) Thumb notches

Yes indeed!

Straight off of the webpage:


Also stainless without having to buy that option.

Fireman was my first direct-from-shop order.