(Part 3) Best camping fixed-blade knives according to redditors

It's a question older than time itself.

The problem is "machete" is too broad a term with what's available on the market these days. Something like this is much more like a hachet than a traditional machete design. Short, compact, more than twice the width and designed with wood processing in mind more than anything. They're also easier to use than hatchets, but can do any job a hatchet can almost as well, if not just as well or even better.

I agree that traditional machetes are pretty poor choices in American hardwood forests. But very robust and heavily bellied designs like these walk a weird line between hatchet and machete capabilities and have great utility.

Here you go
I'm pretty sure this is the knife

Mora Companion Heavy Duty $20

Hey OP.

First, I'm damn glad you and your friend got away from the guy. That was frightening and lucky.

Second, these are 3 and three-quarter inch utility knives from Amazon, with sturdy sheathes. They're apparently legal in New York City.

So, if you need to fight fire with fire, that's one option.

If you don't want to do weapons, here's a pair of slip-ons that maybe you and your friend can stuff in your makeup bags if you had to.

Fold them down, kind of a pain, but it's good to have options.

Dude those knives are known garbage and on any knife forum you go to they are ridiculed and given as examples of what NOT to buy. If you want a good knife try benchmade, cold steel or spyderco. And for a BIFL bushcraft/survival knife get a KA-BAR or an Ontario

>What legislation has EVER been proposed that would prevent a homeowner from owning a semi-automatic pistol?


http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2013/may/17/miller-here-are-81-specific-gun-models-banned-mary/


Anyway, if most anti-gun proponents don't want to ban the weapon responsible for over 80% of gun homicides and over 90% of gun crimes, than what are they trying to do by trying to restrict the less dangerous weapons? Oh right, look like they are doing something important and useful to their pro-gun ban constituents, without stepping on too many toes.

>The legislation proposed would put limitations on who could one assault rifles


The sale of assault rifles(rifles with full automatic fire mode) already has a 'couple' of limitations on it.

To get one you need to:

Find a dealer with a Class III FFL as they're the only ones who may deal in NFA weapons and select a weapon that was registered in the NFA registry before 1986.

You must make your application to both the federal government and your local chief law enforcement officer, both must approve.

Pay the $200 tax stamp.

Pay upwards of 10,000 dollars for the weapon.



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You probably meant to say assault weapon which is a meaningless title given to any scary looking weapons by marketing or anti-gun activists and used interchangeably with the term assault rifle to further confuse people.

The ban proposals are against semi-automatic guns that look like this. The only difference between the rifles they want to ban and don't want to ban is not how they function or how deadly they are, but how they look.

As for how deadly they are, More Minnesotans were killed in fist fights than by rifles in 2011.

>and would limit clip sizes to a reasonable amount

Reasonable being single shot flintlocks...

New York City has reportedly started sending out confiscation notices ordering gun owners to “immediately surrender” rifles and/or shotguns capable of holding more than five rounds of ammunition. It is illegal to possess a rifle or shotgun with the capacity to hold more than five rounds in the city, according to NYC Administrative Code 10-306 (b).

>But don't worry. Keep telling yourself that you are the informed one. It is pretty easy to win an imaginary argument in which you assert that someone is saying to literally ban all guns ever.

That is a nice strawman there, I never mentioned a ban... I was talking about making it harder to get guns, which is what pretty much all gun control measures do, even the good ones.

So keep telling yourself that you are the informed one. It is pretty easy to win an imaginary argument.

I've shucked four bushels with this one knife already. I usually break them after the second bushel.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002UOTMSU?pc_redir=T1

I keep hearing good things about SOG knives, plus R. Lee Ermey endorses them, so they must be good.

Mora survival knife with fire starter!

$3 dollars over budget but well worth it.

Edit - I’m not even logged into Amazon, these are non affiliate links.

I used to go through as shitton of oysters at work, and I really like this one. It also makes Philly Flips easier. I put just a bit of an edge on the curve part, just a very dull micro bevel, you don’t want to thin it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002UOTMSU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If you prefer straight, these are good, too. The curve lets you get the upper adductor easier though.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0123LXNLQ/?coliid=I27U0IVL6N9ISJ&colid=1L8LXG1ZGJ7Z0&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004NG98L4/?coliid=I38CSWN2S66HRZ&colid=1L8LXG1ZGJ7Z0&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

And if you’re a weirdo that goes in the bill side, you want this one instead

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001EQAMQQ/?coliid=I1Y2NC858JBQ4P&colid=1L8LXG1ZGJ7Z0&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

All are good for west or east coast oysters

this is quite the can of worms. people are very emotional about their knives.

the popular knives are this and this

that said, the bear grylls knife is a good knife, especially at the price point. the LMF II is similar but the butt hammer is a different style and the sharpener on the sheath is different as well.

my main complaint about the bear grylls knife is the firestarter. there's a small portion on the back of the blade to scrape it but it just feels awkward when doing so. using the main blade however, will dull it and thus should not be used.

Sure!
To start, I have hard used all of my Kukris, mostly de-limbing trees, sometimes cutting down trees that are 3" in diameter or less. Have done some larger ones too, but for general work purposes, it is too labor intensive.
I've processed lots of firewood too beyond the general woodsman work.
For clarification, I am not using their $30 one, I am using this one (http://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-Gurkha-Kraton-Handle/dp/B001PYSNAO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1409260460&sr=8-2&keywords=Cold+steel+kukri)

Others that I have also put through their paces:

• Kabar Kukri
  
• Condor Kukri
  
• Ontario Kukri
  
• Fox Tactical Kukri
  
• Cheap Chinese "hero edge" (my first Kukri)
  
• "Genuine Gurkha Kukri" from GK&CO. Kukri House.
  
  I have used the ever loving crap out of all of these, and for my money, I would go with the Cold Steel every time.
  The shape, weight, balance, etc. is just the most efficient and useful. The SK5 steel has been a beast and held up the best of any of my other knives. I like the securex sheath by far the best out of any of the other options that just have leather with snaps for the most part. The handle is more comfortable for chopping than some of the other options.
  
  It depends on what you're going to use it for. If you're looking for a high end tool that will perform, I haven't found a better option. If you like the classic more traditional Kukri and are willing to carry a heavier weight, the GK & Co are a good value.
  
  The Ontario and Kabar are pretty close to each other, and aren't bad choices.
  The Fox is good quality, but its basically a mini kukri.
  The Condor is decent, but I'd go with the others before that.
  Hero edge actually worked pretty well, though the 440C steel was the least durable of all of the other options, and rolled somewhat easily. Though only $14.
  
  If I had to have one "survival" large knife to bring with me and bet my life on, I'd probably go with that Cold Steel one, just because it is so capable.
  
  The price is a little bit hard to swallow I know. I bought mine when they were still $90. But it's a really good tool, and I don't think you can go wrong with it.
  If you want a 30 minute review on it, check out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g__D5VuGGxE
  I would largely agree with it.

Bestech lion, Bestech Swordfish, SRM 9103, Ganzo FH11.

Yes well.. look at how some even come with practice versions, like this one: Benchmade - SOCP Dagger 176 Combo https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008ND12TY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_tVlQCbSM0YXPW

I think the SOCP dagger from Benchmade is the best dagger for versatility and price. I might be a little biased because we trained specifically with it during SOCP. The only thing would be a deeper ride option to conceal it more in jeans but you can also run it on the inside of your waistband and it’s not too bad.

For other than daggers and for strictly self defense use I carry an Esee Izula in my front pocket and it disappears because the sheath is only ~1/4” thick maybe 3/8”. I only carry fixed blades when I go out at night because I’m not carrying my Roland when drinking obviously.

Other than that I carry a Benchmade infidel that I use daily as a glorified letter/box opener.

New for $56 shipped on Amazon, sans the Gerber Gator, obviously. The Gator is available for $25 shipped. If anyone is skeptical, providing that OP provides shipping I'd say it's a decent deal.

EDIT: Note- the Gator is one of Gerber's few good knives in that price range.

Apparently, yes.

Crap-tastic..
http://www.amazon.com/United-Cutlery-GH5005-Hibben-Fighter/dp/B0015RM3I4

Personally Id go for a Seal Pup because I love the feel of SOG handles, but that might be a bit too tacticool for your tastes.
Maybe a more traditional Ka-Bar?

My Benchmade Nimravus. I’ve had it through military service and years of being a wilderness guide and never once questioned if a different knife could do me better.


Benchmade Knife 140BK Nimravus, Fixed Black Blade, Black Handle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BNVGU4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_yRaLDbJDF820K

http://www.amazon.com/140BK-Nimravus-Benchmade-Fixed-Coated/dp/B000BNVGU4

And I do believe it's one of benchmades most popular fixed blades

It is a CRKT Hammond ABC Operators Model Knife.

Amazon has them for around 34 bucks,
http://www.amazon.com/Hammond-Operators-Model-Knife-Color/dp/B000EX754W

Here is a youtube link to the designer talking a bit about the knife
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FmDlGWzQFU

you lazy bastard

Yes, check out the Ontario Marine Combat Knife.

Same basic concept, but made by Ontario Knife Company (should be just as good).

Good luck!

Hey Champ,


Not sure what the exact budget is. IMO, get something with a blade 4-5" long, high carbon steel, have a 90 degree spine and be full tang. Everything else would be personal at that point. This will allow you to carve, make notches, process game, make feather sticks, strike a ferro rod, baton wood, process tinder (scraping bark, etc), 1 stick fires, learn flint and steel (by using the blade as the steel), etc.


Mora has a knife that fits this criteria called the garberg (offered in carbon steel or stainless). Roughly $95-105 depending on the sheath option. I use this as a backup knife when I'm in the woods. Great knife. Pretty sharp out of the bag. Both sheaths are ok. Not great, but not bad either. Knife has a pummel o on the end.
https://www.amazon.com/Morakniv-Garberg-Carbon-Leather-Sheath/dp/B07B8VWK9K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541621943&sr=8-1&keywords=carbon+garberg&dpID=41VOdUkdtRL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch


SRO has a nice selection of in-house knives. Several options to chose from. The Mountain Lion is my fav. of the ones I have. Good balance between size, weight, and feel. Their knifes come hella sharp out of the box. Price of the knife is roughly 100 and a sheath is 35.00. Even though the sheath comes sep. there are so many options to chose from. Leather or Kydex. Left hand \ right hand. Ferro rod or ligher holder, etc, etc. Makes it nice for me being left handed. Sign up for the email list since they have 10-15% off coupons pretty frequently to drop the price some more. The other nice thing with SRO is their superior customer support. SRO is known for having great customer service and replacing any product that doesn't meet your satisfaction.

https://www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com/collections/pks-the-best-survival-knife


Have a couple others like Jeff White and Habilius, but the above ones are high quality and reasonable in price.


Good luck! Let us know what you end up getting and practicing your bushcraft skills.


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Here is an All Bases Covered for the batman effect. https://www.amazon.com/Hammond-Operators-Model-Knife-Color/dp/B000EX754W

I like carrying fixed blade myself. I carry a crkt Kommer Free Range drop point fixed blade. Not batman looking at all.

1. The half tang in the Mora could be used to store a Ferro rod, such as the Light my Fire Mora or DIY.
   
2. Wooden handle isn't necessarily better. The plastic/rubber handle provides a comfortable grip even in wet conditions
   
3. Yes the sheath is bad, however it is easy to modify
   
4. The spine on the Mora is rounded but can be easily modified for use with a Ferro rod. Take a file and just simply straighten it out, takes less than five minutes.

And for a few dollars more you can get a fire striker built into the handle

Gotta throw in a Scandi option. Helle Eggen.

It's a cool-ass knife, no question about it. The M3 and the Fairbairn Sykes are beautiful things. Even when I just use them as letter openers, they make me happy.

For ~$30, get one of the "high-end" Moras. I have this one, it's very sharp, very comfortable, nice and light, and great for camp chores like food prep, whittling, cutting cord, etc.
For ~$120-$150, get a Fallkniven. The F1 model is smaller and cheaper, the S1 is a bit bigger, and I think the A1 is the biggest. They're fantastic; great steel, thick but not too thick blade, exposed tang, unbreakable handle. I took my Mora and my Fallkniven camping with me a few weekends ago. The Fallkniven was used to baton through dead wood to make firewood, the Mora was used for cooking and lighter chores. Neither one shows any wear, though they were both used vigorously. And they're both still sharp as hell.
Those are the two that I can personally recommend, and frankly I'm surprised that Fallkniven hasn't come up more here if you're willing to spend upwards of $100 on a knife. If you need to stick to a budget, then a Mora will never let you down. The ESEEs also have a great reputation and people around here love them, so you can't go wrong with those either, I just prefer the style of Fallkniven more than ESEE. One thing that everyone will agree on is to stay away from Gerber if you want a good, dependable blade.

You won't really find a really good one for around $30-40. For that price range you are looking at a KBAR knock off. My unit issued the SEAL pup elite and it's pretty good. If you can shop around it's like sub 50 sometimes. I prefer benchmade folding knives myself though.

http://www.amazon.com/SOG-Specialty-Knives-Straight-4-85-Inch/dp/B000PW5NAA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1397077766&sr=8-1&keywords=seal+pup+elite here it is for $55 for the shiny version

Well, there's this :)

You might want to look at the Becker BK2 for a little more money.

No Rambo knife with a cheap price tag will be of any quality at all. They're weak, low quality steel, and prone to breaking.

Look at the Gil Hibben knives though. There are a few different knives used in the movies

Rambo 1

Rambo 2

Rambo 3

Rambo 4

Find a reputable source, and these are the most quality for the price. I still would highly suggest these never get used. They will break.

I'll do you better. You only need ONE knife.

Sure, the masses will probably recommend you a Victorinox for value or a poshy German Wusthof/Henckel for the creme de la creme of your kitchen. But this ain't no fancy pants paradise shit. You're about to be living life on the road! It's going to be a gritty adventure of excitement and new experiences! And meth!

You don't want a gigantic knife, you're mostly cooking for two. What you do need is something durable and multipurpose. You'll need something light, but also utilitarian. You will need something powerful that will defend your meth cooking operation.

The Benchmade Adamas fixed blade is what you want. "A tactical knife!?" you may exclaim. Why yes. Kitchen knives are designed for pussy ass "kitchen" chefs. Tactical knives are designed for Navy SEALs.

Here are some genuine reasons to consider this knife:

• Benchmade is widely respected among the knife enthusiast (nerd) community.
  
  
• The knife is made of D2 steel, which is a high carbon, high chromium tool steel that compares to the finest stainless. It offers very good wear resistance and is very hard.
  
  
• There is a straight edge AND a serrated edge. This means that this knife can handle any job that you need.
  
  
• There's a sheath! You can store this knife literally anywhere.
  
  
• Cooking will make you feel like a bad ass. Seriously, this pretty little stabber will make you feel like a rockstar just holding it in your hand.
  
  Here are some drawbacks to this knife:
  
  
• The knife is harder than normal stainless steel, but also more brittle. This means stab, don't throw.
  
  
• High wear resistance means it's much harder to sharpen too. Just use more sharpening strokes.
  
  
• It's small. When you pop out some meth kids then you'll need to get a kitchen knife set. And a job.
  
  An alternative is also the SOG Seal Pup Elite, which I read somewhere on Reddit is standard issue among SEALs. I would choose the Benchmade though, because the serrated edge on the Adamas is straight. Also, it's prettier. I own a folding Adamas and the ergonomics on the handle are shockingly good. That was something I didn't think about before I picked it up.
  
  Anyways, good luck on your new methy life on the road.