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Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife

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Hot forged from a solid block of 1050 carbon steel, the virtually indestructible Sting™ utility knife epitomizes toughness and simplicity.

Precision ground spear point blade features two razor sharp edges and a corrosion-resistant, nonreflective powdercoat finish
Integrated, contoured handle fits nicely in a bare or gloved hand and provides heft and balance
Included Cordura® nylon sheath with Zytel® plastic liner allows multiple carry positions

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Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife Customer Reviews

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Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife

4.4

(based on 16 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Durable (13)
Sharp blade (10)
Comfortable grip (9)
Finish (4)

Cons

Best Uses

Survival (12)
Camping (10)
Hunting (6)

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Dec

2011

5.0

Great All American Boot Knife

By AmericanYankee

from Washington State

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Pros

Does not bend at all
Durable
Holds edge
Rock solid
Sharp Blade

Cons

Best Uses

Backup Personal Defense
Boating knife
Camping
Home
Hunting
Survival

Comments about Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife:

I bought this knife a few years back.

The handle can be somewhat slippery at times, but I have not found this to be a big problem.

I have taken it Canoeing,Hiking,and Diving(in salt water).

(the hole is great for securing the knife to yourself with paracord or something)

If It spends very much time in the water the markings corroed.

But once it doesn't look nice anymore you can do just about anything with it.

I also carried it working for a Privite Security Office in downtown Indianapolis for a year and a half. It's a great little buddy to have under your suit jacket.

It is on the heavier side but I never thought of that as being a problem.

This is a good knife for the all American at heart and will handle just about anything you throw at it or throw it at.

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Jul

2011

4.0

Good little fixed blade

By Rafterman

from Houston, Tx

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Pros

Durable

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Hunting
Survival

Comments about Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife:

This is a great back-up knife to carry on your gear. I have it strapped to the shoulder of my backpack upside down so I can quickly get to it if necessary.

The weight is great on the knife, although the grip is not very good. Just wrap some tape around the grip and you should be fine.

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Apr

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Awesome knife

By wave221

from Colorado

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Pros

Comfortable Grip
Durable
Sharp Blade

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Hunting
Survival

Comments about Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife:

One of the best knives I've owned. The balance is very nice and I barely feel it wrapped around my leg on the trail.

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Apr

2011

4.0

Strong

By JohnnyV

from Fredericksburg VA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable Grip
Durable
Sharp Blade

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Survival

Comments about Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife:

I have had this ice for a bit over a year and it has never failed me. The double sided blades do take a bit to get used to and cannot be dues very well if you do any kind of batoning. The sheath to me is great because I like to carry my knives in the scout position. I had some problem with the grip in wet conditions but found a para cord(550) wrap did wonders(watch where the wrap is started because of the sheath clip). Overall a great knife as a back up while out and about.

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Jan

2011

4.0

great and durable knife!!!!!

By www19

from sacramento Ca

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Pros

Comfortable Grip
Durable
Finish
Wieght

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife:

htis is an overall great knife, amazing wieght and i love the fact that it is made out of one whole piece of steel which makes it very durable. ive abused this knife alot. the blade has scratches but thats not the blades fault, its mine. ive dropped it, threw it a few times( works pretty well actually). the sheath on this knife is also great. multiple carry positions, and will not fall out!bought this knfie probably a year ago, and i lofve it. its great for campign and such. at first the blade was great, bu now i cant manage to get a decent edge on it.. which again is probably my fault. the edges will rust, but thats it due to the coating.. but oil will fix all that. im condsidering buyign a new one, so that i have one in the car as well as my camping kit. overall a great knife.

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Oct

2010

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Hefty 'lil guy..

By Infantry33

from NE of Baghdad, Iraq

About Me Military/Law Enforcement

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Pros

Durable
Finish

Cons

Grip needs work

Best Uses

Camping
Hunting

Comments about Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife:

This is a nice, heavy little knife. The weight caught me off guard but not at all in a bad way. My only real gripe is the grip on this knife. Had CRKT used some texture in the handle or maybe a rubbery layer it would have been nice. My knives go through a lot and good grip is essential. I'm in Iraq so I don't encounter much water at the time, but I could see using this knife in a wet environment pretty sketchy without added athletic tape or something on the handle.

All in all I'd say it's a nice little knife for a back-up or self-defense. Won't be coming with me on my Thru-Hike of the AT next year though as I wouldn't consider it worth it's weight for such a trip.

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Jul

2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Perfect all-purpose fixed blade

By SamWhited

from Atlanta, GA

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Pros

Comfortable Grip
Durable
Finish
Rust resistant
Sharp Blade

Cons

Best Uses

Camping
Hunting
Survival

Comments about Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife:

A perfect knife for most purposes; 1050 is a relatively soft carbon steel, but by the same token it is stronger than most steels and will hold an edge well.

The blade is powder-coated which means the coating will be even.

Carbon steel will rust, but the coating makes this unlikely if you take proper care of the blade. It is not meant to be a dive knife, but for backpacking and other outdoor or even water sports it is perfect (again, if you take care of it).

The grip is very comfortable and weighted well. The knife has some heft to it so if you are an ultralight backpacker it may not be for you, otherwise it feels very good to handle.

Check your local laws before purchasing, the blade is illegal or illegal to conceal without a permit in many states.

Service and delivery comments:

Delivery was prompt and product was in good condition

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May

2009

(4 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Good Knife, Rethink The Sheath

By G Love

from Lancaster PA

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Pros

Comfortable Grip
Durable

Cons

Did not come very sharp
Sheath not the best

Best Uses

Home

Comments about Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife:

This is a great knife but the sheath needs some work. When the Velcro leg straps rubbed against the sheath it stated to wear at the sheath and tore it up. The knife is good and a cool design but it was not very sharp and had to sharpen it before it could do good cutting.

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Apr

2009

(11 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

sweet and barely legal

By jrussell6

from stanley id

About Me Outdoor Professional

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Pros

Sharp Blade

Cons

Dulls Quickly

Best Uses

Camping
Hunting
Survival

Comments about Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife:

this knife is great, requires maintenance though, i sharpen it about once a week to make sure she's ready, she hangs out very comfortably on the bottom of a backback shoulder strap, visible to all. great knife to practice throwing with too,

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Dec

2008

(19 of 19 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

This knife rocks!

By oregon

from Eugene, Oregon

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Pros

Durable
Sharp Blade
Very quality case

Cons

A little heavy

Best Uses

Comments about Columbia River A.G. Russell Sting Knife:

Other reviews have said that this knife is a little heavy, and it is. But, it would not be very noticeable on a belt or on the strap of your backpack. It is very durable, but in exchange it requires diligent upkeep or it will rust. I am more than an average knife guy, and it really sucks when you get a pretty good knife and a crummy case or sheath. That is not an issue here. The case that comes with this knife is of very good quality and employs a pretty smart Velcro strap system so that you can strap it anywhere from your belt to your calf. I give this knife Two Thumbs UP.