Reddit reviews Kershaw Funxion EMT (8100); Multifunction Folding Pocketknife; 3? Partially Serrated Stainless Steel Blade; Features Carabiner Clip, Cord Cutter, Screwdriver Tip, Hex Wrench, Glassbreaker Tip; 4.8 OZ,Black
We found 6 Reddit comments about Kershaw Funxion EMT (8100); Multifunction Folding Pocketknife; 3? Partially Serrated Stainless Steel Blade; Features Carabiner Clip, Cord Cutter, Screwdriver Tip, Hex Wrench, Glassbreaker Tip; 4.8 OZ,Black. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.
Emergency-ready, multifunction EDC featuring a carabiner clip, cord cutter, screwdriver tip, hex wrench and carbide glass-breaker tipPartially serrated 8Cr13MoV stainless steel blade had excellent edge retention and wear resistanceBuilt like a tank with high-performance materials and ready in a flash for tough situationsDesigned for emergency situations as ideal companions for EMTs, first responders, survivalists, firefighters, military, police and moreCapable of everyday cutting tasks and heavy-duty projects like cutting cord, breaking windows, opening packages, cutting seat belts, cutting wire and aggressive animal defense
Kershaw Funxion EMT
I used the strap cutter a lot when I was helping a family member in hospice care. The half-serrated blade was really good at breaking down cardboard.
I'm trialing the Boker Plus Rescom as a daily driver replacement. It does all the job i need and doesn't scare the co-workers as much.
I don't know what you wanted to do with this blade, but I can almost guarantee you there are far superior pieces for less money (in the $25-30). Gerber doesn't even tell you what steel the blade uses, they call it "High Carbon Stainless". This means it's probably a very cheap Chinese steel. But in this price range you won't find much better, so that's not a huge issue. The big problem with this knife is handle. It's cheap plastic like is used in all mass-produced Chinese crap, with a cheap rubber coating intended for improved grip. If you put any sort of strain on this handle (like a survival knife is supposed to get), it's going to crap out on you. This guy on blade forums broke his in the initial round of testing.
Maybe you should consider an SOG blade or a Kershaw Funxion if you're looking for a partially serrated, more tool-like knife. On the other hand, if all you want is a folder knife, there are literally hundreds of better options all over this sub for less cost. I love my Kershaw Scrambler
Maybe something like a Kershaw Funxion EMT, Gerber-Hinderer Rescue Knife, or Victorinox Rescue Tool.
Here's an interesting video showing the Victorinox breaking into and out of a car in various ways.
I have and love the Kershaw EMT. It's a great knife from a great company and has some nice rescue tools:
http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-8100-Funxion-EMT-SpeedSafe/dp/B00KYR1UGM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453445169&sr=8-1&keywords=kershaw+emt
This Kershaw has the same tools for much cheaper.
You don't need a full end-of-the-world kit with you, but keeping a knife handy is usually a good idea. I keep one of these in my car. It makes a good beater knife, plus it has a window breaker and seatbelt cutter. At about $20 it is hard to go wrong.