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 ran out, a knife was used. In an experienced hand, he turned into a formidable weapon, and the Russian tradition of knife fighting has always terrified the enemy.
Today, many manufacturing companies are engaged in the manufacture of combat knives. Among them, the Zlatoust firm AiR is especially popular with lovers of edged weapons. They took the legendary Scout Knife (NR) of 1940 as the basis for many products. It also became the prototype of such a popular household tool as the "Shtrafbat" knife.
About the manufacturer
Knife "Shtrafbat" is manufactured by AiR in the city of Zlatoust (Russia). The manufacturer borrowed the theme and design elements of the knife "Scout" (NR).
Motivesfamous Soviet edged weapons are reflected in the production of its modern household counterpart. No less popular than its older combat counterpart was the cutting knife "Shtrafbat" (AiR). User feedback testifies to the excellent performance and performance of the product.
What is the product?
Knife "Penal Battalion" is presented to the buyer in several versions. The handle is made from leather, plastic and wood. The handle itself can be solid or type-setting, consisting of plastic, leather or wooden plates.
Corrosion-resistant steel is used to make the blade. The "Scout Knife" is considered to be a combat melee weapon, while the "Penal Battalion" belongs to the category of butchers.
Design Features
Such products, according to GOST standards, should not exceed 15 cm. There is no unsharpened part (heel) in the knife blade in front of the Penal Battalion handle. As a result, it becomes impossible to carry the finger over the guard. In order to classify the “Shtrafbat” knife as a household knife, the developers equipped it with a butt, which is thinner than that of HP. The lateral surfaces of the blade on both sides are equipped with narrow and short valleys, which are often called "blood streams" among the people. For purely aesthetic purposes, they are applied to the knife "Penal Battalion".
Consumer reviews of this product indicate that the HP-inspired knife from A&R is much lighter andhas a less boring and toy look. On one side of the blade along the guard, using a pseudo-Old Russian font, there is a brand: "Chrysostom". On the other side is the name of the knife itself and the logo of the manufacturer.
What material are the handles made from?
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 "Penal Battalion" 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 birch bark handle would be frivolous for such a knife.
What is the difference between the handles of "Penal Battalion" and "Scout"?
In the Scout Knife the handle is shorter than in the Penal Battalion. In the A&R product, the thickness of the handle near the guard is less. According to user reviews, when gripping a knife, there is no feeling of a reliable and uniform hold. Unlike HP, it is impossible to perform a hard grip in the new knife. Some owners recommend for this to rest against the crosshairs of the guard with the thumb. To perform this movement, you need to get used to the knife.
The handle in the "Penal Battalion" is much lighter than in the "Scout's Knife". Some owners compare the HP handle to a 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 "Penal Battalion" ("Marines")
The prototype of this knife was made in 1940 by HP. In the production of the blade, the Zlatoust manufacturer used the base steel for its knives with a hardness of 58 HRC.
- blade length - 15 cm;
- knife weight is 170 grams;
- Stainless steel is used to make the guard;
- guard is an S-shaped item;
- for the production of the butt of the knife, the craftsmen used aluminum;
- the knife is equipped with a through, non-separable shank;
- both sides of the blade have valleys (blood flow);
- knife handle made of Plexiglas;
- knife comes with leather sheath;
- a passport and a 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 branded packaging.
Since the product "Penal Battalion" ("Marine Corps") is not considered a cold weapon and belongs to the category of household (household), you can purchase it without any permission.
As a prototype of the legendary HP, the knife "Penal Battalion" ("Marine Corps") is very popular among fans of edged weapons. Due to its light weight, excellent cutting and stabbing qualities and the presence of a double-sided guard that protects the hand from slipping, the knife is indispensable for household use. It can also be a great gift option.
Consumer Experiences
As evidenced by numerous reviews, the knife "Shtrafbat" has high cutting qualities and is quite suitable for household use. According to user reviews, sharpening lasts a long time in the "Penal Battalion". Such a blade made of Damascus steel can easily open cans. As many reviewers have stated, the Penal Battalion is a very finely crafted civilian version of the legendary knife.
Some owners note that militaristic motives are felt in the "Penal Battalion". This is considered one of the advantages of the knife, as it makes it possible to interest the consumer in history and introduce culture.
