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Bushcraft Knife
« on: November 19, 2015, 02:17:12 PM »
Curious about a good fixed blade knife that doesn't break the bank. Anything good around $100?
what in the wild wild world of sports???

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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #1 on: November 19, 2015, 02:20:51 PM »
Mora
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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #2 on: November 19, 2015, 02:35:28 PM »
That will probably be the most popular.  I like my RAT-7, for a chopper, and the Cold Steel SRK gets decent words.

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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #3 on: November 19, 2015, 07:44:16 PM »
Gerber LMF II might be a good one to consider

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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #4 on: November 19, 2015, 08:10:55 PM »
If interested in reviews of quality outdoor gear check out you tube channel Nutnfancy
This guy reviews a lot of knives and backpack gear and guns.
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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #5 on: November 19, 2015, 08:17:58 PM »
Look at Mora knives.  Personally I like my Bark River Bush Crafter.

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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #6 on: November 19, 2015, 08:18:32 PM »
Cold steel throwing knife.   It is like a small, very sharp machete.  Cheap too!

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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #7 on: November 23, 2015, 10:22:46 PM »
I have used a lot of different brands and priced knives in my lifetime from pocket knives to the butcher knives from my fathers store. Good steel stainless or high carbon is a matter of personal preference to me and I have both. I currently have two Mora knives that I end up carrying and using. If you will learn how to sharpen a knife properly almost any one will get the job done. Here is a place to see what is out there and give you some ideas of choices:
http://www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com/survival-knives-3/?sort=pricedesc

A real consideration is the handle and how it feels in your hand, is it to slick to large or to small? Spending a fortune on a custom knife is a personal issue but in your price range there are many knives that will last a lifetime. Good luck!!

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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #8 on: November 24, 2015, 08:31:39 AM »
One of my favorites is my Knives of Alaska Bush Camp model.

http://www.knivesofalaska.com/item.asp?id=22&r=store%2Easp%3Fc%3D12


« Last Edit: November 24, 2015, 08:38:53 AM by Kittman »

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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #9 on: November 24, 2015, 08:44:58 AM »
One of my favorites is my Knives of Alaska Bush Camp model.

http://www.knivesofalaska.com/item.asp?id=22&r=store%2Easp%3Fc%3D12

That's been on my things I want but not bad enough to buy immediately list for several years.  Good suggestion.

For a tad more than $100 I would get the combo set though, get nice little caper with it.  I like that it's D2 steel, hold and edge for a long time but a little longer to sharpen back up.

http://www.diggsoutdoors.com/knives-of-alaska-bushcamp-cub-combo-set.html?jt=1&jap=1o1&js=1&jsid=38611&jcpid=8a8ae4cd4d792ddb014d7acf2af32220&jkId=gcp:se_38611:pp_129185235376:ag_22110563416:cp_403434736:n_g:d_c:cr_81221211016&gclid=CN-HrdPAqckCFQpBfgodtOMOCQ

Looks like Diggs is having a sale too,  free shipping and additional 10% off. 

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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #10 on: November 24, 2015, 09:12:10 AM »
I still have a few of these available...




They're a true "Bushcraft" custom, handmade. Selling them for $50. Very good edge development and retention. They're made from sawmill bandsaw steel with micarta grips. Simple kydex pack sheaths.

Traditional bushcraft is kind of a one-day backyard knifesmith build, using scrounged materials and minimalist equipment and detail work. That's the tradition I follow making these, although I do heat-treat to recipe with known steel, and finish out the micarta pretty nice.

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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #11 on: November 24, 2015, 11:20:47 AM »
http://www.kellamknives.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=7

I have one of theirs, not this one, and it works very well, if used like a knife.

They can be had below $100.00 if you look around.

I wouldn't beat on it. But then again I have never seen a reason to abuse any tool.

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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #12 on: December 31, 2015, 05:15:26 PM »
I got a buck Selkirk for Christmas and I think it will work out nicely
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Re: Bushcraft Knife
« Reply #13 on: June 27, 2016, 09:45:06 PM »
Bushcraft knives are a special breed!!
I have Blind Horse, Battle Horse, LT Wright, also look at Bark River, and Enzo.

 


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