Article by William Doggett
Anyone who owns a Tops Knife has a taste and desire for a sturdy made and rugged military style knife. The reason I say this is because every Tops knife is actually a tool rather than a simple knife. A tool is used to perform a specific task or handle a variety of tasks. When a Tops knife is designed, it is designed as a tool.
Every Tops knife is designed drawing on years of real life experience. These knives are designed by professionals and experts in the fields of law enforcement, military, martial arts and outdoor professions. With that in mind, you know that when you purchase a Tops Knife, you're getting a tool that has been honed to do what you intend it for.
When using a Tops Knife, don't shy away from prying or pounding it. This knife is designed to do just that. Whether prying a window or door open (because you locked your keys inside and not to life that nice stereo residing in the living room) don't feel like the knife is going to break, it isn't.
I guess one of my favorites in the Tops Knife selection would have to be the Tops Knives Tom Brown Tracker. This is an evil and intimidating looking knife. The blade is a fierce looking 6.25 in. blade of 1095 high carbon alloy with 2.50 in. saw back and black traction coating. And, the handle is 5.50 in. gray linen Micarta. This Tops knife was designed by Tom Brown and featured in the movie "The Hunted" as well as the cover of BLADE Magazine. Get hold of one of these knives and you'll definitely draw some looks. Whether they be looks of fear or envy, well, you'll have to ask.
Another of my favorites from the Tops Knife line is the Tops Knives Mission Team 21. You'll find a daunting looking 3.75 in. black blade of 1095 carbon steel. This thing looks like something that would be clutched in the grub of an American combat killing machine while coming through a window after the slam of a flash bang grenade. The handle is a 5.00 in. green/black Micarta semi-gloss. I can't sit here and call this knife beautiful, because it isn't. This Tops knife strikes more of an emotion in me than anything. This thing makes me want to come fast roping out of a Blackhawk with a smirk on my mouth. Ok, let me refill the coffee cup and settle down.
To some this article up, get yourself a Tops Knife. I can't hink of a finer made military style knife. Lay it on the coffee table before the buddies come over. That'll keep their attention for the first few hours.
~ Cole