Benchmade CBK Push Dagger Question

[karl_f87]

I am going backpacking through Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam in the near future and am currently assembling a utility/survival pouch. I was inspired by RAT Cutlery's "RAT Pack Kit" (see image)

and I am now assembling mine. My pouch of choice was the Maxpedition M-2 Waistpack (great purchase!) for belt carry. I plan to purchase the Benchmade CBK as my mini utility & defensive carry fixed blade and I am finding a way to mount it on the back of the Maxpedition M-2 since it has 3 layers and 2 columns of nylon webbing on it (see image).

Why the Benchmade CBK? Because I don't want the knife handle to be sticking out too much.

I plan to mount it on the back of the Maxpedition M-2 as shown above. Is there any way that the Benchmade CBK Sheath can be mounted on that type of webbing?
Is the sheath compatible with currently available mounting systems like MOLLE locks or Tek Loks?

If it isn't compatible with any mounting systems, how can it be mounted on MOLLE type/PALS nylon webbing? The only thing I can think of as an alternative way of mounting it on nylon webbing is by using paracord. This will be an alternative solution but using paracord will be like a permanent thing unless cordlock toggles/cord sinches would be used. I'd like a way to mount it on nylon webbing and remove it easily if I prefer belt carry if a MOLLE/PALS mounting system is unavailable.

Any ideas? I'd appreciate it.

 

[OldKnife007]

First thing: Check the laws about carrying a knife in those nations. The knife you describe desiring to carry would be a legal no-no in most states in the US and certainly most nations. Second, is it necessary to carry a self-defense knife in those countries? I was in Vietnam a couple of years ago and found it to be a remarkably peaceful place. Lot different than the first time I was there.

And think of air travel. Without any kinda knife, you can probably keep your backpack in the cabin with you as you fly, not checking it in-- where the knife will probably be found and confiscated anyway.

And third, do you really want to engage nationals in their own country (where you are the foreigner) with such a weapon, in case of a problem? Keep your money and passport safely hidden on your body, and give the damn backpack up in the unlikely event you get held up/mugged.

Well, there ya go with my unsolicited advice. Been my experience in traveling the world that a friendly but confident demeanor-- and a smile-- is a much more valuable and useful tool in avoiding trouble than a hidden knife. "Duh", as they say.

 

[lwiph]

First thing: Check the laws about carrying a knife in those nations. The knife you describe desiring to carry would be a legal no-no in most states in the US and certainly most nations. Second, is it necessary to carry a self-defense knife in those countries? I was in Vietnam a couple of years ago and found it to be a remarkably peaceful place. Lot different than the first time I was there.

And think of air travel. Without any kinda knife, you can probably keep your backpack in the cabin with you as you fly, not checking it in-- where the knife will probably be found and confiscated anyway.

And third, do you really want to engage nationals in their own country (where you are the foreigner) with such a weapon, in case of a problem? Keep your money and passport safely hidden on your body, and give the damn backpack up in the unlikely event you get held up/mugged.

Well, there ya go with my unsolicited advice. Been my experience in traveling the world that a friendly but confident demeanor-- and a smile-- is a much more valuable and useful tool in avoiding trouble than a hidden knife. "Duh", as they say.

+1
I don't see the need to bring a defensive tool there. Bring an inexpensive utility folder if you want but nothing expensive. I've seen a guy who got his surefire stolen in Thailand so... I always bring my kershaw Blur and it is deserve well for cutting fruits, nothing more... and yes I did a lot in south asia.

 

[karl_f87]

I just want to make sure because of the busy streets. I'm Asian and I grew up in the Philippines, and have toured a lot of asian countries too. I think it's in my blood that carrying knives are a huge part of me being that I grew up in an atmosphere where violence is common thing in the streets. I guess carrying a fixed blade as a defensive tool makes me feel more secure especially when strolling the streets at night (I'm more of a nocturnal person). Let's admit that some parts of the world are not as safe as places like the USA, Europe or the UK. And also, I grew up in an atmosphere where Eskrima/Arnis (Kali as called in the West) is a way of life so carrying one knife with me is not enough. LOL..

I have my 5.11 Alpha Scout folding knife as my utility folder. Great little tool.