The knife for our ancestors has always been an indispensable tool both in hunting and in everyday life. He gained particular popularity during the war. When arrows or bullets were running out, a knife was used. In an experienced hand, he turned into a formidable weapon, and the Russian tradition of knife fighting always terrified the enemy.
Today, many manufacturing companies are engaged in the manufacture of combat knives. Among them, the Zlatoust company A&R is especially popular among cold steel lovers. They took the legendary "Scout Knife" (HP) of 1940 as the basis of many products. He also became the prototype of such a popular household tool as a knife "Fine battalion".
About the manufacturer
The knife "Shtrafbat" is made by the A&R company in the city of Zlatoust (Russia). The manufacturer has borrowed the themes and design elements of the knife "Scout" (HP).
The motives of the famous Soviet edged weapons are reflected in the production of its modern domestic counterpart. No less popular than his senior combat brother was the cutting knife "Shtrafbat" (A&R). User reviews indicate excellent product performance and performance.
What is a product?
The knife "Shtrafbat" is presented to the buyer in several options. For the manufacture of the handle used leather, plastic and wood. The handle itself can be solid or stacked, consisting of plastic, leather or wooden plates.
For the manufacture of the blade using corrosion-resistant steel. Melee weapons are considered to be “Scout Knife”, “Fine battalion” belongs to the category of chopping.
Design features
According to GOST standards, such products should not exceed 15 cm. In the blade of the knife in front of the Penal Batt handle there is no unsharpened part (heel). As a result, it becomes impossible to make a finger out of the guard. In order to classify the Shtrafbat knife as a household knife, the developers equipped it with a butt, which is thinner than HP. The lateral surfaces of the blade on both sides are equipped with narrow and short valleys, which are popularly called "bloodthirsty". Exclusively for aesthetic purposes, they are applied to the knife "Fine".
Customer reviews of this product indicate that the knife designed by HP is much lighter and has a less boring and toy look. On one side of the blade along the guard, using the pseudo-ancient Russian font, the mark "Chrysostom" is applied. On the other side is the name of the knife and the logo of the manufacturer.
What material are the handles made of?
The choice of wood for the manufacture of the handle largely depends on the features of the external aesthetic design of the product. Since the Shtrafbat knife is a descendant of such a formidable weapon as HP, its design, according to the developers, should be appropriate. When choosing wood for the handle, preference is given to walnut. A light hilt made of birch bark would be frivolous for such a knife.
What is the difference between the handles of the "Shtrafbat" and "Scout"?
The handle of the Scout’s Knife is shorter than that of the Shtrafbat’s. In an A&R product, the thickness of the handle near the guard is less. According to user reviews, when gripping the knife there is no feeling of reliable and uniform retention. Unlike HP, in a new knife hard grip is impossible to perform. Some owners recommend for this purpose to rest a thumb in the crosshairs of the guard. To perform this movement, you need to get used to the knife.
The handle in the Shtrafbat is much lighter than in the Scout's Knife. Some owners compare the HP handle to the hammer handle: if necessary, it can be taken stronger. "Shtrafbat", according to consumers, resembles a fountain pen: the handle of such a knife is so light and manageable that it can be held with three fingers.
Knife "Shtrafbat" ("Marine Corps")
The prototype of this knife was HP 1940 of manufacture. In the production of the blade, the Zlatoust manufacturer used base steel for his knives with a hardness of 58 HRC.
- blade length - 15 cm;
- the weight of the knife is 170 grams;
- stainless steel is used to make a guard;
- the guard is an S-shaped product;
- the craftsmen used aluminum to produce the knife back;
- the knife is equipped with a through, non-separable shank;
- both sides of the blade have dales (blood-grooves);
- the handle of the knife is made of plexiglass;
- the knife is sold complete with leather sheath;
- a passport and certificate are attached to the product;
- in the information sheet there is a mark of the Ministry of Internal Affairs;
- skinning knife "Shtrafbat" ("Marine Corps") is sold in a beautiful corporate packaging.
Since the product "Shtrafbat" ("Marine Corps") is not considered a cold weapon and belongs to the category of household (household) goods, it is possible to purchase it without any permission.
As a prototype of the legendary HP, the knife "Shtrafbat" ("Marine Corps") is very popular among fans of knives. Due to its light weight, excellent cutting and piercing qualities and the presence of a double-sided guard that protects the hand from slipping, the knife is indispensable for use in household purposes. It can also be a great gift option.
Customer experience
As evidenced by numerous reviews, the knife "Shtrafbat" has high cutting qualities and is quite suitable for household use. According to user reviews, sharpening has been held for a long time at Shtrafbat. With this damask steel blade, cans can easily be opened. As many reviewers claim, the Shtrafbat knife is a very expertly crafted civilian version of the legendary knife.
Some owners note that militaristic motives are felt in the Shtrafbat. This is considered one of the advantages of the knife, as it makes it possible to interest the consumer in history and to introduce him to culture.