ESSE 5.
So looking to add a fixed blade to a Bug-out/Bug-in bag, I was thinking a Kukri but do not know enough about what is a good steel that holds edges well and is low maintenance, IE rust while in the sheath in between inspections.
The only concealment will be the car trunk, you open the trunk they will be affixed to outside of the bag.Concealing fixed blades with a W&C permit?
I ask because i, like most of you goons, carry a knife daily. I am failing to see the utility of a fixed blade. Same reason some people don't like Israeli carry?www.mdshooters.com
Honestly there are so many kinds of steel on the market that it's almost easier to find a few knives you like and then start learning from there.I like the looks of that Bushcrafter, I need a quality knife in that size.
Anyone have a link to the description and trade-offs of various blade metals?
The journey is far more valuable than the ideal destination…Yea, lots of letters and numbers. lol. But good point, probably best if I don't get too far in the weeds, then I'd end up never buying "the perfect" knife.
The Odenwolf knife is pretty slick. It is fairly thin, but well made, very sharp, and has a good grip. The sheath is its draw back. You will not be deploying it quickly as a tactical knife. It will hang from your belt, but you need two hands. One to hold the sheath in place, and the other to draw the knife out.In my quest for purchasing the Gerber StrongArm, I came across the Odenwolf W1 knife. I purchased 2 of these for my vehicles. @ $30 a piece and great reviews, I figure I would give it a shot and if it gets lost it wouldn't be a big deal. Gonna take it out later and give it a run thru.
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EezoxSo looking to add a fixed blade to a Bug-out/Bug-in bag, I was thinking a Kukri but do not know enough about what is a good steel that holds edges well and is low maintenance, IE rust while in the sheath in between inspections.
+1 for Esse.Depends on price point, but the SOG seal pups are great for the money. Full tang, decent steel $50ish
SEAL Pup - Ballistic Nylon Sheath
4.75-inch partially serrated blade that is powder coated for corrosion resistance, textured GRN handle for secure grip, and carrys in a convenient ballistic nylon sheath.sogknives.com
ESEE is the nest step up, here is an ESEE 4 $100ish
ESEE Knives ESEE-4P-MB Fixed Blade Knife + MOLLE Back (4.5" Black) - Blade HQ
Features: Black 1095 blade. Micarta handle. Injection-molded sheath with MOLLE back. The ESEE 4 is a dyed-in-the-wool survival knife. In fact, it might be the bar by which all survival knives are judged. Combining a stout blade stock and a tall flat grind, the knife can bust through your...www.bladehq.com
Higher end is like a white ricer FC 4 or 5 $300ish
FIRECRAFT® FC5
White River Firecraft FC5 survival, camping, hiking knife is made in the USA and is 100% guaranteed for lifewhiteriverknives.com