Comment by RicK on February 21, 2013 at 12:20

Doesnt get much better than this master dean rostohar designer of spec wog warrior knife shows off perfect ninjutsu !http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF_L9GZGxbQ&list=UUPVg1_TdJCz53y...

Comment by Clint Thompson on February 12, 2013 at 16:27

As promised the picture here is the knife which looks very much like the Yuna's Assassin but in a fixed blade.  It was made by Ed Mehler who owns Artistry In Steel. Ed is an experienced jewelry maker and dealer.  He decided to branch over into making knives.  He makes folders as well.  Each knife is a one of a kind.  Don't look for a web site as he does not have one. There are a few more knife makers called Artistry In Steel so don't get confused.  Ed lives in McKinney, TX.

The steel is 540/550 high carbon steel heated and pressure rolled together.  The steel is heated to 2,400 degrees and folded in half.  The folding process is repeated till there are 512 layers.

Contact is:

Ed Mehler, 909 N Graves St., McKinney, TX 75069  214-551-2761.

This fix bladed knife costs $450.00 Cheap for the quality bought.

Comment by Pat ChoKo on February 10, 2013 at 19:39

I dig it, Rick. Looks like a excellent combat user.

Comment by Clint Thompson on February 10, 2013 at 16:04

Rick...

I bought a one of a kind fixed blade made by a Jewelry maker turned knife maker out of Texas.  The blade design is the same but straight.  I will post a pic tomorrow.  I am talking to him about making a knife for one of my articles.

Comment by Guy Fleetwood on February 10, 2013 at 15:45

'm with you Rick on this blade. It reminds me of Yuna's Assassin. The blade is similar in design. Yuna's cost 500.00 and up. Here's a pic of  assassin blade.

Comment by Steve Hanner on February 10, 2013 at 15:21

That is downright nice RicK ...hmmm Fox knives....

Comment by RicK on February 10, 2013 at 12:10

Comment by Clint Thompson on November 29, 2012 at 9:08

Jan yes your right. The HEST 2.0 is on the small side of medium tactical folders. I have spent considerable time in the woods and to build a fire you don't need to split wood. What he was doing would expend too much precious energy. Ok this horse is dead so I guess I can stop beating it.

Comment by Jan Carter on November 28, 2012 at 20:43

Not Crazy about Nutnfanc's reviews myself.  It is not as though they were marketing it as the one knife that will get you out of any situation.  They made a fairly broad statement actually.  Heck Clint a good rock can save your life in the right situation.  But a review is still just that users opinion.  My opinion of the review is, if you need to split wood and thats the only knife around, it will get you out of a tough situation. I just probably wouldnt want it to be the only knife I had in that situation, it is a 3 inch folder for goodness sake

Comment by Clint Thompson on November 28, 2012 at 14:38

I kept calling and still no answer...even accounting. I guess all monies due have been paid to them.

As far as the review I can't believe the Lt. Col. (USAF) paid for both knives. I take the photos first then abuse them. So he must have convinced someone at DPX Gear to send him two knives. I bet they regret that move.

Comment by Steve Hanner on November 28, 2012 at 14:25

Interesting Clint, could be why this reviewer gave the knife a bad review. perhaps his check bounced?

Comment by Clint Thompson on November 28, 2012 at 11:34

I called DPX Gear at 0930 hours there California time and found no one home. My guess is there going out of business. I will endeavor to check further.

Comment by Clint Thompson on November 28, 2012 at 9:37

an...

I have not reviewed or tested this knife or any of the DPX Gear knives or products. I watched the video from beginning to the end. First I would say the reviewer spends too much time with useless chatter. The HEST 2.0 seems to be a well designed knife. I would prefer a 3.75 to 4 inch blade but this knife is clearly designed as an EDC (Every Day Carry) so the 3.10 inch blade would pass most State laws.

I think the reviewer missed the mark on his whole premiss. The reviewer left in my mind he took it personal when DPX Gear marketed the HEST/F2.0 as, " the knife is made with the most austere environments in mind. It’s a lightweight, super-rugged field tool that might just get you out of your next dangerous situation, wherever and whenever that may be". It is clear to me he was out to destroy the reputation of this knife and its designer.

Just so I don't go rambling on I can say from watching this video that the knife did just what it was marketed to do. It performed all tasks he put it through and still did not fail. Yes the liner lock took some damage but if the reviewer had found himself in one of those unexpected "dangerous situations" he would have come out in good shape with a great story to give DPX Gear who would have gladly replaced this EDC knife/tool.  The bottom line....the knife did not fail, it just took some serious abuse and suffered some damage. The knife still functions as a knife and tool. Jan thanks for putting this video on our site as it is informative in that I will not waste my time watching this reviewer's B.S.

Comment by Jan Carter on November 28, 2012 at 5:07

This seems to be a very controversial review out there. over 42000 hits.  Anyone use this previously, can you share with us your thoughts on it?