Predator WSK. yas or no?

soonerborn · 03-05-2008, 09:39 PM

Thinking about buying this bad boy. I will see if anyone has any opinion on it.

Predator Knife

edit:
/slaps head
Doh! that would be yes in the title not yas. lol

7mmremmag1995 · 03-05-2008, 09:49 PM

i'd get it if i had any money

SilverRun · 03-05-2008, 11:57 PM

I don't really care for it, but hey - everyone has an opinion. It looks well made. If you like it and have the money, go for it. Here is a link to their website - even if you don't like the knife, it will be worth the time to check out their website - trust me, you will see what I mean when you get there.

RED Scorpion Six Blades - home of the Predator WSK!

GlockMeister · 03-06-2008, 12:07 AM

Too expensive in my book. Your cash though. $219.95 is 1/3 of a decent firearm or about maybe 1500 rounds of ammo, depending on the caliber. Your call. I'd look around for a while first though.

Romey · 03-06-2008, 02:32 AM

There is alot id say about that knife there that i wont but one thing i will say that is conclusive, a rockwell hardness of 57 is VERY low for a blade. In otherwords its pretty soft steel. To each his own i guess

ArkansasHunter · 03-06-2008, 03:42 AM

I think it's cool looking but I don't care to own it. For what it cost I could by an SKS,
2 may be 3 Mossin Nagant rifles or a Mossberg Maverick 88 sawed off shotgun.
hint, hint...A.H

Nathan123 · 03-06-2008, 03:46 AM

I cant stand stainless steel knives. They are hard to put an edge on and when you do manage to get that edge on it loses it after a handfull of cuts. Mate for that kind of money you could have a knife built out of quality materials that will last a lifetime.

win39 · 03-06-2008, 04:10 AM

I don't understand the reasoning for wanting that particular knife. But if your just looking for a knife that has or will have a collector value later, then I would say you might want to look at the Remington bullet knife. My son has about five of them and I know the value just keeps going up. My opinion would be no, spend the money on a good rifle or shotgun.

Windwalker · 03-06-2008, 09:01 AM

SilverRun, thanks for the link to their site. Very nice.The knife would be overpriced for me but if you want it, go for it.

soonerborn · 03-06-2008, 01:27 PM

Well I guess thats a resounding no. I am looking for a big carry knife. Lost my favorite skinning knife, and busted my big gerber. I dont know why I like that particular knife and I dont really want to spend that much on it because I got other stuff I am trying to get done. I guess it just looks good but I didnt notice that rockwell hardness rating.
I have been looking for 2 good knives to replace those. I picked up a S&W 2 weeks ago and really liked it until I saw china stamped on the blade.

Silverun--

If she comes with it I am ordering 2

Rave · 03-06-2008, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soonerborn

Well I guess thats a resounding no. I am looking for a big carry knife. Lost my favorite skinning knife, and busted my big gerber. I dont know why I like that particular knife and I dont really want to spend that much on it because I got other stuff I am trying to get done. I guess it just looks good but I didnt notice that rockwell hardness rating.
I have been looking for 2 good knives to replace those. I picked up a S&W 2 weeks ago and really liked it until I saw china stamped on the blade.
Silverun--

If she comes with it I am ordering 2

China....It's every where you look,and on every thing,some body's makeing a bundle!

simpleman601 · 04-01-2008, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soonerborn

Well I guess thats a resounding no. I am looking for a big carry knife. Lost my favorite skinning knife, and busted my big gerber. I dont know why I like that particular knife and I dont really want to spend that much on it because I got other stuff I am trying to get done. I guess it just looks good but I didnt notice that rockwell hardness rating.
I have been looking for 2 good knives to replace those. I picked up a S&W 2 weeks ago and really liked it until I saw china stamped on the blade.

Silverun--

If she comes with it I am ordering 2

I have an S&W search and rescue survival knife ive never had any problems with it. Have you? If so what should i look out for? Mine gets as much abuse as my Ka-Bar which is alot more than the averge person puts a knife through.

Romey · 04-02-2008, 10:48 AM

Out of Curiosity, how did you break the gerber?

Clouldwalker · 12-12-2008, 01:52 PM

Guy's/lasses a newbie on the forum here that own's both the RS6 Predator and the new version Raven wsk.

In my humble opinion,
I'd give em both a wide berth.
Only those who do not know their blade's would give this man the thumb's up!!!

I purchased the Predator model about 2 year's ago because it looked real good in the pic's as I was in need of a new knife as some little scroat stole my Busse.
I live in the UK and the post out from Aaron was quite quick.

Within a couple of week's of general task use around camp, the handle scale's came away and were ready for the scrapper, the tip of the blade shattered when carelessly dropped from just hip height, and from there on my frustration built.
Total waste of time and money.

When Aaron brought out the Raven version with the much needed improvement's, I thought i'd give him the benefit of the doubt and buy one with the expectance of a better quality blade that would last.

Woe became me as I opened the packing box to find the included leather pouch sheath was just a thin plastic feeling thing that you'd get in a child's play set.
The knife itself was a total joke when removed from the cr**py sheath.

The grind on one side is greatly different than the other giving it a lobsided view.
The blade is so blunt I can run it down a 2 feet piece of soft rubber, and it only leaves a white marking.
The sawteeth are all damaged and blunted during production (Before the final coating).
The scale's are vastly uneven, and the fixing screw's were gouged when put in place.
And not lastly, upon the blade is "Red Soopion six"
Who the Sh*t is Red Soopion???

It is plainly obvious that he decided to ship me one from the reject bin!
To add insult to injury, Aaron had the bare face cheek to try and butter over the factual feedback that was left to make himself look better than he really is!

Anyone who know's their knives would be better off putting their hard earned $$$ aside to purchase a blade from a dealer who is renowned for their quality and not some hack off that's in the game for a quick buck!!!

You can get far superior quality blade's from china haha!!!

My blood boil's when I think of this pi** taking so and so.
I'd love to shove both blade's right up this con man's keaster!!!

I would avoid this man like the plague.
You'll get the pi** taken out of you and a blank reply with a no return refund policy!

The Raven was to be sent to my brother serving in Iraq as he showed an interest in this styled knife.
If I sent him this Raven, I've no doubt that I'd be laughed at and he'd be court martialled for kit neglagence!!!

I wonder why!!!
Cheap ass blade's not Red scorpion blade's...

I'm sorry my first post is ugly chap's, but that guy make's me steam, and I wanted to advise you that your money would be better spent else where.

03-05-2008, 09:39 PM	#1
soonerborn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 348	Predator WSK. yas or no? Thinking about buying this bad boy. I will see if anyone has any opinion on it. Predator Knife edit: /slaps head Doh! that would be yes in the title not yas. lol

03-05-2008, 09:49 PM	#2
7mmremmag1995 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Kentucky Posts: 1,272 Images: 1 Blog Entries: 1	i'd get it if i had any money __________________ Just LeDoux it

03-05-2008, 11:57 PM	#3
SilverRun Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: AL Posts: 1,666	I don't really care for it, but hey - everyone has an opinion. It looks well made. If you like it and have the money, go for it. Here is a link to their website - even if you don't like the knife, it will be worth the time to check out their website - trust me, you will see what I mean when you get there. RED Scorpion Six Blades - home of the Predator WSK! __________________ "Those who stand for nothing fall for anything." - Alexander Hamilton

03-06-2008, 12:07 AM	#4
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 6,803	Too expensive in my book. Your cash though. $219.95 is 1/3 of a decent firearm or about maybe 1500 rounds of ammo, depending on the caliber. Your call. I'd look around for a while first though. __________________ Maybe I oughta tie the long hair on yer head to the short hair on yer ass & kick ya down the street!

03-06-2008, 02:32 AM	#5
Romey Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Montana Posts: 540	There is alot id say about that knife there that i wont but one thing i will say that is conclusive, a rockwell hardness of 57 is VERY low for a blade. In otherwords its pretty soft steel. To each his own i guess __________________ Romey High Country Knives http://www.highcountryknives.com

03-06-2008, 03:42 AM	#6
ArkansasHunter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 11,270	I think it's cool looking but I don't care to own it. For what it cost I could by an SKS, 2 may be 3 Mossin Nagant rifles or a Mossberg Maverick 88 sawed off shotgun. hint, hint...A.H

03-06-2008, 03:46 AM	#7
Nathan123 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Newcastle, N.S.W, Australia Posts: 359	I cant stand stainless steel knives. They are hard to put an edge on and when you do manage to get that edge on it loses it after a handfull of cuts. Mate for that kind of money you could have a knife built out of quality materials that will last a lifetime. Last edited by Nathan123; 03-06-2008 at 03:46 AM. Reason: spelling

03-06-2008, 04:10 AM	#8
win39 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 201	I don't understand the reasoning for wanting that particular knife. But if your just looking for a knife that has or will have a collector value later, then I would say you might want to look at the Remington bullet knife. My son has about five of them and I know the value just keeps going up. My opinion would be no, spend the money on a good rifle or shotgun. __________________ Benny

03-06-2008, 09:01 AM	#9
Windwalker Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 4,265	SilverRun, thanks for the link to their site. Very nice.The knife would be overpriced for me but if you want it, go for it. __________________ America: Love it and protect it or leave it

03-06-2008, 01:27 PM	#10
soonerborn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 348	Well I guess thats a resounding no. I am looking for a big carry knife. Lost my favorite skinning knife, and busted my big gerber. I dont know why I like that particular knife and I dont really want to spend that much on it because I got other stuff I am trying to get done. I guess it just looks good but I didnt notice that rockwell hardness rating. I have been looking for 2 good knives to replace those. I picked up a S&W 2 weeks ago and really liked it until I saw china stamped on the blade. Silverun-- If she comes with it I am ordering 2 Last edited by soonerborn; 03-06-2008 at 01:30 PM.

04-02-2008, 10:48 AM	#13
Romey Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Montana Posts: 540	Out of Curiosity, how did you break the gerber? __________________ Romey High Country Knives http://www.highcountryknives.com Last edited by Romey; 04-02-2008 at 10:53 AM.

12-12-2008, 01:52 PM	#14
Clouldwalker Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 1	Guy's/lasses a newbie on the forum here that own's both the RS6 Predator and the new version Raven wsk. In my humble opinion, I'd give em both a wide berth. Only those who do not know their blade's would give this man the thumb's up!!! I purchased the Predator model about 2 year's ago because it looked real good in the pic's as I was in need of a new knife as some little scroat stole my Busse. I live in the UK and the post out from Aaron was quite quick. Within a couple of week's of general task use around camp, the handle scale's came away and were ready for the scrapper, the tip of the blade shattered when carelessly dropped from just hip height, and from there on my frustration built. Total waste of time and money. When Aaron brought out the Raven version with the much needed improvement's, I thought i'd give him the benefit of the doubt and buy one with the expectance of a better quality blade that would last. Woe became me as I opened the packing box to find the included leather pouch sheath was just a thin plastic feeling thing that you'd get in a child's play set. The knife itself was a total joke when removed from the cr*py sheath. The grind on one side is greatly different than the other giving it a lobsided view. The blade is so blunt I can run it down a 2 feet piece of soft rubber, and it only leaves a white marking. The sawteeth are all damaged and blunted during production (Before the final coating). The scale's are vastly uneven, and the fixing screw's were gouged when put in place. And not lastly, upon the blade is "Red Soopion six" Who the Sht is Red Soopion??? It is plainly obvious that he decided to ship me one from the reject bin! To add insult to injury, Aaron had the bare face cheek to try and butter over the factual feedback that was left to make himself look better than he really is! Anyone who know's their knives would be better off putting their hard earned $$$ aside to purchase a blade from a dealer who is renowned for their quality and not some hack off that's in the game for a quick buck!!! You can get far superior quality blade's from china haha!!! My blood boil's when I think of this pi taking so and so. I'd love to shove both blade's right up this con man's keaster!!! I would avoid this man like the plague. You'll get the pi taken out of you and a blank reply with a no return refund policy! The Raven was to be sent to my brother serving in Iraq as he showed an interest in this styled knife. If I sent him this Raven, I've no doubt that I'd be laughed at and he'd be court martialled for kit neglagence!!! I wonder why!!! Cheap ass blade's not Red scorpion blade's... I'm sorry my first post is ugly chap's, but that guy make's me steam, and I wanted to advise you that your money would be better spent else where. Last edited by Clouldwalker; 12-14-2008 at 10:15 AM.