Dive Knife Safety

Recent events have led me to adding a safety section dedicated to diving knives. Two young men were out spear fishing when one of the men became entangled in the shooting line of his spear gun after spearing a fish. Neither man had a knife. By the time the fire department responded it was too late.

People ask all the time what do I need a knife for? My response is my knife is one of my most utilized pieces of equipment. First and foremost for cutting free of entanglement, but also for dispatching struggling fish after they've been speared to avoid attracting sharks. People have been known to avoid shark attacks by utilizing their knives as a method of defense. A knife can be used for cutting chum/burley to attract certain species of predatory fish. Some divers even use their polished stainless knives as a lure to attract fish.

Knife size and shape are important considerations but the knife sheath is also very important. A smaller knife that can fit on the arm is ideal for:

1. Less chance of cutting or stabbing yourself

2. Easy visibility

3. Easy access

4. Sharp point (best)

5. Line cutter (best)

A larger knife located on the thigh is ideal for:

1. Dispatching large fish

2. Safer distance for defense

3. Sharp point (best)

4. Line cutter (best)

Wearing one of each while diving is ideal.

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