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With this new hobby of mine, my interests in sharp things have been perked.
I've always had a every day carrier kershaw. But now I'm thinking about getting a fixed blade knife.
Do you have any suggestions.
I kind of want 2. One a large knife, like an 8 inch blade, something to use as a tool while backpacking.
The other I want as one that can function as a EDC. So it needs to be light weight, and tough.
I just ordered the Hunter Scalpel from AG russel. It hasn't arrived yet but it's a fixed that I'll be using as an EDC.
2.5 inch blade and in wonderfull AUS-10 steel.
They have larger versions of it as well.
If you're not in a hurry....I could make you something as well. But that'll take a lot of time.
What did you want the new blade to do? Being a bit of a knife knut (in some directions) I find myself looking at to many variables when asked "what 8" fixed blade?" I'm sure I'm over analizing the question and I'm sorry for that.
I have probably a dozen knives that fit that question and they all have different uses :p
I prefer fix'd blades over folders anyway, had to many folders fail to ever trust one again...
A couple of my work horses out of doors...
Gotta love those Harner knives. They're certainly unique.
Also, you might want to add a few criteria. Such as price and what you're going to be using it for. That might help narrow it down to a few good suggestions.
My recommendation Knife Center Knives and Discount Knife Site, Buy Knives, Pocket Knives, Kitchen Cutlery
Specializes in knives of all shapes and sizes, they even have the batlath
heh, I've been thinking about a small fixed blade since starting out with straights and doing a bit of digging.
Good luck, plenty of choice.
Under 200 bucks for either one.Quote:
Originally Posted by LX_Emergency
The larger one, would be something I'd take camping, hunting, fishing (not for cleaning fish), (I don't want a fillet knive) I've actually have a "rambo" style bowie knife with a hollow handle that I can stick stuff in. I like it, except it is 440 stainless, so it doesn't hold an edge at all (it was a 10 dollar gag gift). It would be ideal if it was good steel. If it floats that would be awesome.
I'm kind of open to whatever on the smaller one. 2 or 3 inch blade. It just seems like anything I ever see is an ornamental knife. I want something I can abuse, not feel bad about breaking, but is quality made...
I use my edc kershaw for everything.
Just a small correction. Since it says 440 stainless it's probably 440a stainless. And yes, that's a cheap steel.
440b and c however are pretty decent. 440c being the best edge holder.
For $200 I'd say contact a custom maker. Butch Harner is on this forum and might be able to do something for you. Otherwise head on over to bladeforums.com and have a look over there.
I did not know the difference between 440a and b or c thanks for the info.Quote:
Originally Posted by LX_Emergency
So can get a great knife for much less than that?
For the bigger knife, I suggest a RD7 or RD9. They are now made by Ontario Knife Co. For a blade that size, forget stainless steel and stay with Carbon.
http://www.chestnutridgeknifeshop.co...20BM%20MED.JPG
RD7 is 82 and RD0 about 100. I strongly suggest this seller:
Chestnut Ridge Knife Shop - Online Store
For the smaller, check the same website for Ontario RAT-3. The D2 model is getting discontinued.
http://www.chestnutridgeknifeshop.co...%20BK%20MD.JPG
Great deal at 70$. I have that knife and really like it.
Do not get confused, Ranger knives and RAT are not the same. Both are great though. Ontario used to make the RAT, but now RAT are made by ROWEN. Ranger knives are made by Ontario since last year.
Or if you want a really small knife, check Bark River PSK.
(for the records, I own a RAT3 in D2, a RD6 and a PSK, so I recommend stuff I know is tough)
I used to have a small assortment. I kept one, a Puma "White Hunter" as an all purpose survival tool. My favorite maker is Randall and their website is here.
Yup easily. You could buy a RAT (google RAT cutlery) which come with the best warrantee I've ever seen.Quote:
Originally Posted by stdreb27
Basically....if you break it in any way they'll fix it. Even if it was intentional. The only things that aren't garanteed are rust and normal usage. But they have a very tough coating on their blades so you probably won't see much rust anyway.
Their biggest two (RC5 and 6) Can be bought at a very good price here: RAT Cutlery: RC6 Knivesshipfreee - KnivesShipFree.com
It's a bit under 8 inches though.
Also you could buy a Himalayan Imports Khukuri, big freaking things also with excellent warrantee that come imported straight from Nepal. (Just google Himalayan Imports) They have quite a few models that go WAY over 8 inches. (I'm assuming you're talking about blade length)
As for small EDC type fixed blades I'd recommend the RAT Izula. Because of price and Warrantee or one of the AG Russel offerings.
All come with excellent steel and customer service that is known to be among the best in the buisiness.
For both knives added you should be able to get a good deal for significantly less than $200 together.
Good luck.
And show off your goodies once you get them.
+1 for HI.Quote:
Originally Posted by LX_Emergency
Just remember they give the overall lenght. A 15" is similar to a 7" blade knife. 18" OAL is a little big to carry, but I leave one in the car or at the camp. The Chiruwa Ang Khola is a tank.
If you want to get the khukuri path, I suggest you register to Bladeforums and look on the Himalayan Imports subforum, great deals there.
DO NOT get a khukuri machete (Cold Steel or Kabar) if you want a chopper.
I'm kind of new to knives myself. I have and like both the RAT Cutlery RC-3 and the Izula. :)
Jordan
Randall is nice....if you don't mind waiting around 4 years or more for your knife. The Puma White Hunter is a famous knife as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by JimmyHAD
Also consider the Buck 119 which is quite nice and offcourse part of your american heritage in some way.
Personally...I'd go with the RAT's if for no other reason than that they have a great rep and the BEST customer service in the buisiness.
I'd do so myself....but RAT's cost about 2x or more over here than what they cost in the states.
+1,000 on the Rat RC-3, from Rat Cutlery, great size, not scary for the masses and a great knife. Cold Steel also makes some great affordable fixed blades, Kobun Tanto might be the best sub $50 fixed blade out there.
I LOVE my RAT the sheath that came with is makes it great to carry, and as far as a big strong SHARP cheap knife I cannot recommend "The Bushman" from Cold Steel highly enough. Yes It has my name on it so it has that going for it but DAMN what a strong knife for the money.
I'm definitely going to look into these, thanks so much.