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Posted: 9/20/2019 5:54:13 PM EDT
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If you are in need of having your head disassembled or kicked really hard in the dick a case of MRE's would be a fine gift.
Gift card to a good steakhouse, bottle of fancy booze, gift certificates to someplace that features naked women dancing would probably be a good start, I can't imagine they get much decent food or any booze or eye candy during selection. |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 5:54:58 PM EDT
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A nice 1911
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Posted: 9/20/2019 5:55:26 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/20/2019 5:56:46 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/20/2019 5:58:40 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:03:20 PM EDT
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Get him a knife from Bill Harsey.
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:04:32 PM EDT
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I don't know if this is issued to troops but how about a Garmin Foretrex® 701 Ballistic Edition? If he gets deployed, should be useful.
USD 499.00 linky on the garmin site. |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:05:43 PM EDT
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Doesn't he already get one? |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:06:01 PM EDT
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My brother will be graduating from SF training in December, and I'd like to find something nice to give him as a gift. Needless to say it's a pretty significant occasion, and I could not be more proud of my little brother. I was thinking about a higher end fixed blade knife, but figured you guys would be good to ask for ideas. Probably looking to stay under $500, but that's not set in stone if someone has an idea that I think would be awesome Thanks guys |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:06:31 PM EDT
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Assuming he drinks whiskey or scotch I’d look for a great bottle of either and maybe a decanter set.
What’s his age/personality? |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:07:52 PM EDT
[#11]
Spartan Blades has some nice folders and its a SF vet run company.
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:08:24 PM EDT
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Doesn't he already get one?  
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:08:26 PM EDT
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Gift certificate to REI.
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:09:39 PM EDT
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My brother will be graduating from SF training in December, and I'd like to find something nice to give him as a gift. Needless to say it's a pretty significant occasion, and I could not be more proud of my little brother. I was thinking about a higher end fixed blade knife, but figured you guys would be good to ask for ideas. Probably looking to stay under $500, but that's not set in stone if someone has an idea that I think would be awesome Thanks guys |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:12:12 PM EDT
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A nice ivory gripped Randall
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:13:57 PM EDT
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James helm at helm forge makes custom knives for military and first responders. His stuffis really nice and within your price range. I would contact him and tell him your brothers graduation date and see if he can get one made in time.
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:14:08 PM EDT
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I'm a SEAL not SF, but I thought they did too. Maybe one of our Army SF brethren will chime in. I didn't get shit when I graduated BUD/S or SQT.... That sucks!
If you want a blade attached to the history, how about a v42? Maybe he can display them together. https://www.smkw.com/case-v-42-fighting-stiletto |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:15:04 PM EDT
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Some kind of nice .22 pistol and tell him "I hope all your troubles are small".
Stole that from some TV show. |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:15:07 PM EDT
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I'm a SEAL not SF, but I thought they did too. Maybe one of our Army SF brethren will chime in. I didn't get shit when I graduated BUD/S or SQT.... |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:15:56 PM EDT
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Doesn't he already get one? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:20:35 PM EDT
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Come on, you didn’t get laid?
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:22:26 PM EDT
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Did he graduate Q or selection? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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My brother will be graduating from SF training in December, and I'd like to find something nice to give him as a gift. Needless to say it's a pretty significant occasion, and I could not be more proud of my little brother. I was thinking about a higher end fixed blade knife, but figured you guys would be good to ask for ideas. Probably looking to stay under $500, but that's not set in stone if someone has an idea that I think would be awesome Thanks guys |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:33:02 PM EDT
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Assuming he drinks whiskey or scotch I’d look for a great bottle of either and maybe a decanter set. What’s his age/personality? As far as personality, he is fairly laid back but is low key really into the high speed/low drag thing. He joined into the army on an 18x contract at 21yo and has been working towards this for since then. Between injuries that had him get recycled back, he passed on some really cool opportunities, to stay on track and finish Q Course |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:33:42 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:34:17 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:36:07 PM EDT
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Maybe when I write a book... I KID, I KID!!!! Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Come on, you didn't get laid?
OP, if he already gets a blade, what about a Glock 19 with the slide engraved? Sure, they have them at the unit but he can train whenever he wants with it, or his HH6 can have it for home defense. |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:40:33 PM EDT
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I'm a SEAL not SF, but I thought they did too. Maybe one of our Army SF brethren will chime in. I didn't get shit when I graduated BUD/S or SQT....
My actual idea is if you can afford it, a really nice 1911 or whatever gun he likes. Congrats to your brother, thats an incredible achievement |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:51:22 PM EDT
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Arch supports, Motrin, and a hooker.
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:52:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: At first, I thought "ya sure you are". But I see you have the emblem so I gotta say its cool to have an actual seal on here, so when we bash the Gel Squad we have someone to tag
My actual idea is if you can afford it, a really nice 1911 or whatever gun he likes. Congrats to your brother, thats an incredible achievement 
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:55:29 PM EDT
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Not even a can of dapper dan? That sucks!
If you want a blade attached to the history, how about a v42? Maybe he can display them together. https://www.smkw.com/case-v-42-fighting-stiletto |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 6:57:49 PM EDT
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I know not near as modern knives and likely not practical for him to use while in the unit, but a nice Randall knife is always a great present for a graduation.
I know in the 90’s they were popular amongst the SF crowd. |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:00:14 PM EDT
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A 1911 or a knife from Spartan Blades
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:01:36 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:02:20 PM EDT
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Maybe he could spare a pair of Oakleys so he could look like the cool kids?
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:03:23 PM EDT
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I think hookers and blow is the current trend in the specop world.
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:03:28 PM EDT
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I read somewhere the spec ops guys prefer to not have very expensive knives for deployment, but prefer something more affordable in case it gets lost. Most of them are enlisted anyway and don't make a lot of dough, so losing a $500 - even if it's a gift - hurts a lot more than losing a good, but inexpensive knife - something like a ColdSteel.
Anyway, my vote for a gift is a 1911. |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:05:56 PM EDT
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Cash so he can go buy some nice gear that HE likes.
I don’t want anyone picking out my gear for me. You’re likely to spend $500 on something that will end up in the back of a closet. |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:06:33 PM EDT
[#38]
Get him a bottle of snake wine too
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:06:56 PM EDT
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Apparently we all think alike. I read the thread title and immediately thought he needs some kind of bad ass custom made knife.
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:07:03 PM EDT
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I read somewhere the spec ops guys prefer to not have very expensive knives for deployment, but prefer something more affordable in case it gets lost. Most of them are enlisted anyway and don't make a lot of dough, so losing a $500 - even if it's a gift - hurts a lot more than losing a good, but inexpensive knife - something like a ColdSteel. Anyway, my vote for a gift is a 1911.  That is why I have three identical Gerbers........well, at least for the getting lost part. I am also a fan of the Morakniv.Knives for actual use, rather than for a blingy status symbol. 
I have a Coldsteel that collects dust. It has never cut a single thing. It was a gift. |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:09:27 PM EDT
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Maybe when I write a book... I KID, I KID!!!! 
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:10:43 PM EDT
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I'm not a warfighter, but I think getting him something that he can use on deployments would be awesome. That way he'll always have a piece to remind him of you when deployed.
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:11:02 PM EDT
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I read somewhere the spec ops guys prefer to not have very expensive knives for deployment, but prefer something more affordable in case it gets lost. Most of them are enlisted anyway and don't make a lot of dough, so losing a $500 - even if it's a gift - hurts a lot more than losing a good, but inexpensive knife - something like a ColdSteel. |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:11:56 PM EDT
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Tactical wheelbarrow
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:13:40 PM EDT
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My brother will be graduating from SF training in December, and I'd like to find something nice to give him as a gift. Needless to say it's a pretty significant occasion, and I could not be more proud of my little brother. I was thinking about a higher end fixed blade knife, but figured you guys would be good to ask for ideas. Probably looking to stay under $500, but that's not set in stone if someone has an idea that I think would be awesome Thanks guys |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:14:14 PM EDT
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Instead of getting him a piece of kit that can get lost on deployment, why not get something that that be sentimental for a life time. When I graduated from the police academy my family graduation gift was a Law Enforcement Comparative silver coin set. Over 20 years later I still have it. Still sits on my desk as a reminder of the family members that are no longer with me that purchased it.
I can tell you that other than my medals/awards and dog tags, I do not have anything still from the military. I also don't use any of the kit from the military or from when I first started in LE. |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:14:21 PM EDT
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A self deprecating SEAL... Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Maybe when I write a book... I KID, I KID!!!! |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:14:49 PM EDT
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What he said. they only get a knife if they are the honor grad. Quote HistoryQuoted:
What he said. they only get a knife if they are the honor grad. Googled up this: Soldiers graduating from the Special Forces Qualification Course were presented The Yarborough knife along with their Green Beret, beginning in August 2002.
The knives were initially “issued” to graduates and signed for on a “hand receipt”, making them government property. According to myth, legend , and folklore, this made them illegal to re-sell. You rarely see a Yarborough for sale. Today, graduates must purchase their knife through the SF Museum. You may only purchase one. Each knife is serial numbered and that number kept on record. Chris Reeve’s Knives manufactures the Yarborough and also makes a civilian version minus the ‘Yarborough’ and serial number engraving on the blade. The Yarborough knife, a combat field knife specifically designed by renowned knife maker William Harsey – which serves as a link to the brotherhood of unconventional warriors. Blade Length: 7.0? Cutting Edge: 6.25? Handle Length: 5.375? Overall Length: 12.375? Info via Special Forces Association Chapter LX Since 2002, select soldiers graduating from the US Special Forces Qualification Course have been presented the Yarborough knife, a combat field knife designed by renowned knife maker William Harsey and manufactured by Chris Reeve Knives. PURCHASE QUALIFICATION FOR INDIVIDUALS The Yarborough knife is available for purchase by US Special Forces Q-course graduates upon authorization from the JFK Special Warfare Museum. A membership card in the SFA will not be accepted as the sole proof of qualification. Please gather the following information: Full Name Civilian Address Telephone Number Email Address Documentary proof of Special Forces qualification i.e. graduation certificate, DD214, ORB/ERB, SF Tab orders, etc. Driver’s License photocopy Last four of Social Security Number Send the requested info to: Commander, USAJFKSWCS Bldg D-3004, Stop A JFK Special Warfare Museum Attn: AOJK-MU (Yarborough Knife) Fort Bragg, NC 28307 Or electronically: [email protected] If approved, an authorization letter will be issued along with instructions for purchase. Please read both pages that you receive. GIFTING & REQUESTS PRIOR TO GRADUATION Gifting a Yarborough also requires an authorization letter that can be attained by following the same steps listed above. These requests will not be processed until AFTER Q-course graduation. Even if you want it to be a surprise, you must wait for the candidate to graduate |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:16:37 PM EDT
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Arch supports, Motrin, and a hooker. |
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Posted: 9/20/2019 7:17:35 PM EDT
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The Big Guy upstairs has a way of keeping me humble and able to laugh at myself. I look forward to reading your posts in the future, and welcome aboard. |
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