FKMD Panabas FX-509 Fox Knives

FKMD Panabas FX-509 Fox Knives. Made in Maniago Italy.
The FKMD Panabas was tested in the bush on a range of tasks from general: cutting ability; chopping; carving; food preparation and fire preparation. The FX-509 has a good tip for fish gutting, the full flat grind lends itself well to slicing with it's deep blade profile. I didn't skin anything but see no reason, with this large curvature that skinning could not be achieved well if one had to. The gimping lends itself to fine removal of "tinder" or splinter removal for bushcraft applications. N690 holds up very well under water (freshwater) submersion on a daily basis (tested with my FX-132 over a period of one month working in a river). The blade coating is hydrophobic and tough Cerakote.
The only thing I can say is not "exactly perfect" for such a knife is that if one puts lots of pressure during carving using the finger choil, without gloves, then one might find that it's a little acute (the choil) on your index finger-ok call me a wuss! LOL. Other than that insignificant remark, the sheath carry system is great too. The sheath is Molle compaitible. It takes a little getting used to on insertion and removal as the blade is quite curved but that's simply knowing how to do it. It's a versatile sheath/carry system.

Couldn't fault the FX-509 Panabas and that's why I have it.

Yes I know the Panabas came out a while back but as many of you know I like to do the research myself, as I don't like, like you guys and gals, want to be stuck with some lemon that will no doubt appear for sale on some forum etc. SO...........it takes me some time to do the research. But on saying that, and after thorough testing I can say I would have no problems if this was strapped to my side on some deserted island and had nothing but this and a fishing rod (all things being equal) LOL! Seriously, it works well. Anyway see for yourself.
The knife is available with a "survival kit" I'll review the contents soon, suffice it to say I think all such "survival kits" can only serve as some starter for a more "relevant/comprehensive" group of items that the individual must take responsibility in regards to knowing how to use and or judge whether the contents are suitable/practical/quality etc or not, for any potential reliance upon should a situation occur. The nylon carry system for the "survival kit" is well stitched and works fine. It has a Velcro closure that one must remember with all these things is "noisy" if you intend on opening this type of pouch when stalking game, goodbye game! Use common sense.
So there you have it, the FKMD Panabas from Fox Knives in Maniago. Check it out!
You can also see the PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) coated version here:
http://www.fkmdknives.com/n/en/catego...
Anyone not clear on this PVD process, I'll be glad to explain just let me know. I spent years working wit these devices.