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The '''combat knife''' is a multi-purpose knife used by the [[United Nations Space Command]], as well as other human organizations. | The '''combat knife''' is a multi-purpose knife used by the [[United Nations Space Command]], as well as other [[human]] organizations. | ||
==Design details== | ==Design details== | ||
The UNSC's multi-purpose combat knife has a {{Convert|20|cm|ftin}} blade made of high carbon steel, an anti-flash, non-reflective [[titanium]] carbide coating, edge coated for corrosion resistance and is {{Convert|43.3|cm|ftin}} when sheathed. It is also balanced for throwing.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]''', ''page 80''</ref> All UNSC troops are issued a combat knife for field and utility uses, as well as a backup weapon for desperate close-combat situations. | The UNSC's multi-purpose combat knife has a {{Convert|20|cm|ftin}} blade made of high carbon steel, an anti-flash, non-reflective [[titanium]] carbide coating, edge coated for corrosion resistance and is {{Convert|43.3|cm|ftin}} long when sheathed. It is also balanced for throwing.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]''', ''page 80''</ref> All UNSC troops are issued a combat knife for field and utility uses, as well as a backup weapon for desperate close-combat situations. The placement of the combat knife sheath varies depending on the combat uniform and individual loadout and may be kept on the shoulder with the handle pointing downward, sideways on the lower back, or on the side of the boot.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Cole Protocol]]''', ''page 128''</ref> The [[SPARTAN-IV program|SPARTAN-IVs]] keep their knives sheathed in a wrist compartment.<ref>'''[[Halo: Escalation]]''', ''[[Halo: Escalation Issue 3|Issue #3]]''</ref> | ||
Some soldiers in service with the [[UNSC Defense Force]] | Some soldiers in service with the [[UNSC Defense Force]] carry a combat knife of their own design or choice. [[Faison|Major Faison]] had a very large knife that he kept sheathed at his ankle, with the words "Bug-Hunter" engraved on the blade.<ref>'''Halo: The Cole Protocol''', ''page 104''</ref> [[Emile-A239]] used a large [[Wikipedia:Kukri|kukri]] for his weapon of choice.<ref>'''[[Halo: Reach]]''', campaign level ''[[Noble Actual]]''</ref> [[Roland (SPARTAN-III)|Roland]], a member of the [[SPARTAN-III program]]'s [[Headhunters]] division, also used a custom combat knife.<ref>'''[[Halo: Evolutions]]''', "[[Headhunters (short story)|Headhunters]]", ''page 158''</ref> | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
Knives have been used in battle almost since the dawn of warfare, first as a sharp piece of rock, and then when metal proved effective during a period of time where projectile weapons were not readily available. Even after the invention of the firearm, knives were still used as bayonets for close-quarters-combat and in the event of an enemy's cavalry charge. As more modern times came about during the 21st century, combat knives became almost exclusively used for utility purposes in the field, and were only used as a weapon during desperate situations, simply due to the fact that they were impractical for use during combat in most situations due to firearms and other advanced weaponry. | Knives have been used in battle almost since the dawn of warfare, first as a sharp piece of rock, and then when metal proved effective during a period of time where projectile weapons were not readily available. Even after the invention of the firearm, knives were still used as bayonets for close-quarters-combat and in the event of an enemy's cavalry charge. As more modern times came about during the 21st century, combat knives became almost exclusively used for utility purposes in the field, and were only used as a weapon during desperate situations, simply due to the fact that they were impractical for use during combat in most situations due to firearms and other advanced weaponry. | ||
By the 26th century, the UNSC still use knives in their operations, showing that such an easily accessible and created weapon and tool still runs strong even thousands of years later. Even the Covenant use knives; the Jiralhanae use their [[Jiralhanae combat knife|own combat knives]] as well as a multitude of bayonet-like blades. The Sangheili sometimes use [[curveblade]]s, which inspired the design of the [[Type-1 energy sword]]. The [[blamite]]-bladed [[energy cutlass]] | By the 26th century, the UNSC still use knives in their operations, showing that such an easily accessible and created weapon and tool still runs strong even thousands of years later. Even the Covenant use knives; the Jiralhanae use their [[Jiralhanae combat knife|own combat knives]] as well as a multitude of bayonet-like blades. The Sangheili sometimes use [[curveblade]]s, which inspired the design of the [[Type-1 energy sword]]. The [[blamite]]-bladed [[energy cutlass]] is an analogous weapon used by the [[Kig-Yar]].<ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''', ''page 329''</ref><ref>'''[[Halo: Contact Harvest]]''', ''page 125''</ref> | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
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*[[Fred-104]] possesses particular skill with combat knives, and it can be interpreted that he has a liking for their use.<ref>'''[[Halo: First Strike]]''', ''page 2'' (2003 edition); ''page 11'' (2010 edition)</ref><ref>'''[[Halo Legends]]''', ''[[The Package]]''</ref> | *[[Fred-104]] possesses particular skill with combat knives, and it can be interpreted that he has a liking for their use.<ref>'''[[Halo: First Strike]]''', ''page 2'' (2003 edition); ''page 11'' (2010 edition)</ref><ref>'''[[Halo Legends]]''', ''[[The Package]]''</ref> | ||
*When performing an [[assassination]], a second knife spawns out of nowhere. This can be seen in Theater: despite using a knife to assassinate your opponent, it still appears sheathed on your chest. | *When performing an [[assassination]], a second knife spawns out of nowhere. This can be seen in Theater: despite using a knife to assassinate your opponent, it still appears sheathed on your chest. | ||
* In ''Halo: Reach'', the Security armor permutation for the right shoulder has a kukri on it. However, if a player equips it, there will still be a standard combat knife on your chest and the kukri will remain unused during assassinations. | *In ''Halo: Reach'', the Security armor permutation for the right shoulder has a kukri on it. However, if a player equips it, there will still be a standard combat knife on your chest and the kukri will remain unused during assassinations. | ||
*In ''Halo: Reach'', should the sheathed knife be moved by any chest permutations, the player will still sheath the knife in the default position (this is most noticeable with chest pieces such as Tactical/Patrol). | *In ''Halo: Reach'', should the sheathed knife be moved by any chest permutations, the player will still sheath the knife in the default position (this is most noticeable with chest pieces such as Tactical/Patrol). | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:HR-SpartanKnife.png|Detail of a | File:HR-SpartanKnife.png|Detail of a combat knife and its scabbard in ''Halo: Reach''. | ||
File:ODST-BuckKnife.png|Detail of Edward Buck's | File:ODST-BuckKnife.png|Detail of [[Edward Buck]]'s combat knife. | ||
File:HR-Kukri_Sheath.png|Detail of Emile-A239's kukri knife and its sheath. | File:HR-Kukri_Sheath.png|Detail of Emile-A239's kukri knife and its sheath. | ||
File:Buck Knife.png| | File:Buck Knife.png|Edward Buck wielding a combat knife as he is about to stab a [[Jiralhanae Chieftain]] in the neck, in ''Halo 3: ODST''. | ||
File:ODST Knife.jpg|A combat knife holstered on an ODST's shoulder from ''[[Halo: Landfall]]''. | File:ODST Knife.jpg|A combat knife holstered on an ODST's shoulder from ''[[Halo: Landfall]]''. | ||
File:HR-CurvedCombatKnife-Replica.jpg|A replica of a curved combat knife created by [[Weta Workshop]]. | File:HR-CurvedCombatKnife-Replica.jpg|A replica of a curved combat knife created by [[Weta Workshop]]. |
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The combat knife is a multi-purpose knife used by the United Nations Space Command, as well as other human organizations.
Design details
The UNSC's multi-purpose combat knife has a 20 centimetres (7.9 in) blade made of high carbon steel, an anti-flash, non-reflective titanium carbide coating, edge coated for corrosion resistance and is 43.3 centimetres (1 ft 5.0 in) long when sheathed. It is also balanced for throwing.[1] All UNSC troops are issued a combat knife for field and utility uses, as well as a backup weapon for desperate close-combat situations. The placement of the combat knife sheath varies depending on the combat uniform and individual loadout and may be kept on the shoulder with the handle pointing downward, sideways on the lower back, or on the side of the boot.[2] The SPARTAN-IVs keep their knives sheathed in a wrist compartment.[3]
Some soldiers in service with the UNSC Defense Force carry a combat knife of their own design or choice. Major Faison had a very large knife that he kept sheathed at his ankle, with the words "Bug-Hunter" engraved on the blade.[4] Emile-A239 used a large kukri for his weapon of choice.[5] Roland, a member of the SPARTAN-III program's Headhunters division, also used a custom combat knife.[6]
History
Knives have been used in battle almost since the dawn of warfare, first as a sharp piece of rock, and then when metal proved effective during a period of time where projectile weapons were not readily available. Even after the invention of the firearm, knives were still used as bayonets for close-quarters-combat and in the event of an enemy's cavalry charge. As more modern times came about during the 21st century, combat knives became almost exclusively used for utility purposes in the field, and were only used as a weapon during desperate situations, simply due to the fact that they were impractical for use during combat in most situations due to firearms and other advanced weaponry.
By the 26th century, the UNSC still use knives in their operations, showing that such an easily accessible and created weapon and tool still runs strong even thousands of years later. Even the Covenant use knives; the Jiralhanae use their own combat knives as well as a multitude of bayonet-like blades. The Sangheili sometimes use curveblades, which inspired the design of the Type-1 energy sword. The blamite-bladed energy cutlass is an analogous weapon used by the Kig-Yar.[7][8]
Trivia
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- Fred-104 possesses particular skill with combat knives, and it can be interpreted that he has a liking for their use.[9][10]
- When performing an assassination, a second knife spawns out of nowhere. This can be seen in Theater: despite using a knife to assassinate your opponent, it still appears sheathed on your chest.
- In Halo: Reach, the Security armor permutation for the right shoulder has a kukri on it. However, if a player equips it, there will still be a standard combat knife on your chest and the kukri will remain unused during assassinations.
- In Halo: Reach, should the sheathed knife be moved by any chest permutations, the player will still sheath the knife in the default position (this is most noticeable with chest pieces such as Tactical/Patrol).
Gallery
Detail of Edward Buck's combat knife.
Edward Buck wielding a combat knife as he is about to stab a Jiralhanae Chieftain in the neck, in Halo 3: ODST.
A combat knife holstered on an ODST's shoulder from Halo: Landfall.
A replica of a curved combat knife created by Weta Workshop.
Fred-104 holding a pair of combat knives, his weapons of proficiency, in The Package.
Emile-A239 sharpening his kukri.
James MacCraw holding his combat knife.
A SPARTAN-IV about to kill an enemy with his combat knife.
List of appearances
Sources
- ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach, page 80
- ^ Halo: The Cole Protocol, page 128
- ^ Halo: Escalation, Issue #3
- ^ Halo: The Cole Protocol, page 104
- ^ Halo: Reach, campaign level Noble Actual
- ^ Halo: Evolutions, "Headhunters", page 158
- ^ Halo Encyclopedia, page 329
- ^ Halo: Contact Harvest, page 125
- ^ Halo: First Strike, page 2 (2003 edition); page 11 (2010 edition)
- ^ Halo Legends, The Package
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