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A Blade in the Wild

2/25/2013

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In a survival situation, a good blade can mean the difference between life or death. Knives come in all shapes and sizes, and not all of them can be used the same. Some blades make great tools, good for digging, prying, or splitting. While others are meant for skinning, or self-defense. Keep these things in mind when picking what knife you pack.

For example, when I'm just out and about on my daily routine, I pack this knife. It's a folder made by Hen & Rooster. It sports damascus steel. I pack it around because it's pleasing to the eye, Hen & Rooster make quality knives, and this one feels sturdy in my hand. It isn't too heavy, doesn't look scary (which is important for other reasons which I'll touch on in another post), and provides a utility. Other than folders, I prefer knives that have a full tang, or in other words, the entire knife is made of one full piece of metal. Generally, if the knife has a full tang, you can see it running down the handle. This type of construction guarantees a stronger knife.
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Yet, when I'm out camping or hunting, I pack this knife. It's a Randall ESSE-5 and it's a beast. It's thick, full-tang, and can take a beating. This is what you could consider your workhorse or tool. I've used it to dig, pry, and I've even split firewood with it. When I'm out in the wild, I generally pack this along with a smaller knife for utility or skinning.
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Now both of these are the smaller knives I pack when I'm hunting or camping. They work well for skinning, self-defense, gutting fish, cooking, and eating. The powder coated one is a brand new SCAR Blade that my wife got me for Valentine's Day. I haven't field tested it yet, but from what I hear, SCAR Blades are excellent quality. The other knife is an Anza knife and sharp enough to shave with.
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The last knife I pack, is a damascus bowie made by Windlass Steelcrafts. It's a bit fancy, but still holds that quality I desire in a weapon. I could use it as a tool, or to skin, or for self-defense. My uncle made the kick-ass sheath for it. I've taken this knife hunting, fishing, and just out on the town.
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There's nothing wrong with packing multiple knives, but make sure you at least have a quality one on hand when you step out your door. Their function is invaluable, and just like a gun, it's better to have it and not need it, then need it and not have it. Just make sure you understand and follow any local laws when you take your knife with you. Also, keep them sharp and oiled (if they aren't stainless). A dull knife is dangerous. Now go enjoy the great outdoors!
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RSquared link
2/26/2013 03:26:47 am

Full tang is really the only way to go. My problem is, especially with kitchen knives, that often the way the handle is put together its somewhat hard to guess if there's a full tang or not. :/

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C.R. Langille
2/26/2013 07:15:32 am

Full tang FTW! Hah...so my own personal take on the subject, is if you can't see it, it isn't a full tang. I'm sure there's some knife out there that has a full tang but it's hidden in some fancy handle...but I like to know for sure.

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RSquared
2/28/2013 03:03:38 am

Yeah, that's usually my rule of thought as well. But sometimes on the handle they color the plastic to look like metal, so that it looks like a full tang. It's not til I've broken the damn thing that I've realized I've been duped. :/ Very upsetting, especially when you think you've paid more for the full tang.




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