RAT Cutlery Izula Reviews

This knife has become a favorite pocket knife since I recieved it 3 months ago, it is a very versitile set up and with an extra flint rod and a wrap of Velcro I have a system that is very customizeable.

Outta the box sharpness was 8 0n a scale of 10.

The ergos on the knife were a 7 to start but once I wrapped the handle it was better more like an 8.

The only shortcomming was the coating, it started chipping and flaking, purely cosmetic, didn't affect the function one bit.

Ease of sharpening was an 8 and the steel held its' edge.

For the price ya get a little sharpened prybar that fits the average size hand well and takes a decent edge with ease.

I will be buyin' more, this knife is a definite 8 and well worth the price.

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Length of Time Used: 3 months

Use: Every Day Carry

I love the Izula. Ive used mine for everything from jobs in the kitchen to building a shelter and it hasnt let me down yet. Even though the blade is somewhat tiny, this knife can handle the jobs of a much larger knife and does everyting I ask of it. I gave it a nine in ergos because I have large hands and the handle doesnt fit me as well as I would like, but If you wrp it or buy the extra handle that goes with it Im sure this problem would be remedied. I just cant say enough good things about this knife. Overall its probably my favorite fixed blade to date.

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Length of Time Used: 3 months

Use: Every Day Carry

My Izula has been a constant companion since the day I received it. The comfortable handle (especially when cord-wrapped) and pommel ring give a secure grip in all weather conditions I've thus far experienced (everything from bone dry to pounding rain and snow storms). The 1095 high carbon steel has kept a keen edge like a charm, and has withstood the rigors of batoning kindling (yes, Virginia, you CAN baton with a small blade) without batting an eye, and even if something went wrong the second-to-none warranty would have taken care of it.

I've even used it as a steak knife at Olive Garden when the one they provided me proved not to be up to the task. A great knife at any price.

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Length of Time Used: 1 year

Use: Every Day Carry

well if you are on the fence about this knife i say go for it. the only reason that i dinged it in the ergonomics department is that the handle is a little small. it allows for a 3 finger grip. the value is amazing. you get an American made knife that is razor sharp with survival kit, which has some nice little things in it, for $55! the warranty for this knife is amazing as well. no questions asked lifetime warranty. i have no qualms about using the heck out of it.

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Length of Time Used: Less than 1 Month

Use: Every Day Carry

This is my favorite small fixed blade. The knife and sheath are both excellent. The 1095 steel sharpens very easily and holds its edge for quite some time and I haven't had any rust issues with minimal care. The drop point shape of the blade is great for a general utility blade, it has a nice tip that isn't too thin and a good amount of belly and sweep for general cutting tasks. The coating is quite durable, you can't expect it to look perfect forever, but I've found mine to wear quite well. The skeletonized handle is not the most comfortable to hold onto (what one is?) but is just fine when wrapped with 550 cord. The handle design provides a template for quite a few interesting wraps, I admit it's pretty fun to play with new wrap ideas. There is jumping on the back of the spine isn't the greatest (it's not very deep or sharp and add on the fact that it is a coated blade), but it does provide a bit of traction. The knife is easily deployed with one hand by using your thumb to push the top part of the sheath which is nicely rounded so it isn't a pain. The lanyard hole on the back of the knife and on the sheath are generously large which would allow for attachments of any size to fit easily. The sheath itself is quite sturdy, not flimsy like some other sheaths you may encounter. The blade locks in with a nice snap and is held securely. The sheath provides for a multitude of carry options with it's arrangement of slots and holes. I highly recommend this knife, it is nearly perfect, no major complaints about any particular aspect of it. And to top it off it isn't very expensive to obtain one if you know the right places to look. They sell these knives in various colors and with an optional kit (which contains a few other tidbits for a bit higher cost).

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Length of Time Used: 6 months

Use: Every Day Carry

Great, great knife. My only real complaints come in regards to the sheath, which falls well short of the sheath provided with the Ka-Bar/Becker BK-11. The texture on the Izula's sheath is easy to mar up and has no visual appeal, unlike the BK-11. Also, because it only has one hole with which to dangle it from, I find that it sways far more. The knife... perfect.

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Length of Time Used: Less than 1 Month

Use: Outdoor/Survival

This is an awesome little fixed blade. Very light and very compact, but don't be fooled by it's size. This thing will hang with the best of them. This knife can be used very hard, and can serve many functions. This knife is capable of being used as an every day carry knife all the way to light batoning projects. I find it's most comfortable with a little paracord wrapped around the handle. There are tutorials online that demonstrate smart ways to wrap it. For 60 bucks or so, this knife means business. Also, it should be noted that RAT has awesome customer support and WILL cover you should this knife fail you. I wouldn't worry about that happening though...

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Length of Time Used: 6 months

Use: Outdoor/Survival