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Welcome to RiggingTape.com, where you'll find all your rigging supplies, rigging tape, rigging tools, and much more! Featured Rigging Guide Best Sellers | | Home British Army Clasp Knife, 3 Blade w/Marlin Spike, Stainless | |
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| | Description | 3 bladed knife which includes a Sheepsfoot blade can opener screwdriver marlin spike and bail. All stainless steel construction.. 4 in. closed. Marlin spike for rope work.ATTRIBUTES Blade Detail: Sheepsfoot Can Opener Marlin Spike Blade Length (inches): 0.00 Blade Material: Stainless Handle Material: Stainless Overall Length (inches): 0.00 | |
| | Product Details | | Product Weight: | 0.32 pounds | | Package Length: | 5.0 inches | | Package Width: | 1.0 inches | | Package Height: | 0.4 inches | | Package Weight: | 0.3 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 2 reviews |
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1 of 2 found the following review helpful:
 we can make this better in the U.S.A. Jul 03, 2011
By jmc
this clasp knife is built like a tank but i give it 4 stars because the blade was extremely dull and sharpening this blade took some time. i think the blade itself should have been made of carbon steel. can opener works better then most openers i think due to its larger size. the marlin spike is why i really bought this and i really like having this at hand during rigging. i find it works well on manila and poly ropes . the tip comes to a nice point and the spike is very smooth. havnt tried it on diameters larger then 1/4 inch. works well on paracord but will snag. i can feel a lot of friction while opening the opener and a slight amount on the blade but it is getting smoother. overall a very decent rigging tool. im thinking i would give this tool 3.5 stars. it could be made better but i still like it.
1 of 2 found the following review helpful:
 Will last a life time, if not longer May 26, 2011
By Tobias, Son of Floyd
As good as the knife is, you can usually find it cheaper on Amazon. Rothco also sales the same knife ( Genuine 3pc British Army Knife)
Currently made by Sheffield Knives, the Genuine British Army Clasp Knife is the standard NATO issue VN21307 pattern clasp knife approved for service by the British Ministry of Defense. It is known by several names include the MOD clasp knife, the three piece clasp knife, the NATO approved clasp knife, and of course, the Genuine British Army Clasp Knife. It is has been made by several cutlery companies in the UK, including Rodgers and Ibberson. This model is produced by Sheffield Knives in Sheffield, England. It meets the specifications and standards of the current issue knife used by British military forces. While it is commonly called the Three Piece Army Knife it is used by all branches of British military.
The obverse side of the handle is stamped:
The Genuine
British Army Knife
Sheffield England
The knife comes in a clear plastic case with a sticker giving instructions for care. For an added bit of advice the can-opener still states the old adage which gave these names yet another nick-name, the "oil the joints" knife.
The sheepfoot blade, marlin spike, and can opener have a highly polished finished while the handles have a satin finish. As with so many riggers, it has a very strong back spring which is really helpful for holding the non-locking blades in place when open. Of course it does mean that you will need to exert more effort when opening the blades. The rivets protrude from the handle but are well finished and will not snag in your pocket. This is a solidly built knife designed to hold up under the rigors of harsh military service and it will do just that!
All in all a terrific knife that is worth the $40-$75 that it usually sells for. There is a reason why there are so many civilian copies of this knife. But in the end it is safe to say, "Often imitated but never duplicated. If you collect riggers, then you need one of these. If you just want a good solid work knife that is going to last a life time, then this is also the knife. If properly cared for; this knife could be around for generations.
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