Looking for a bushcraft knife to go innawoods with. I'm

>Will rely on a knife heavily
>Wants to buy a 60$ knife

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>>721898
> leaves comment
> no advice

Thanks bro :^)

>>721880
Why would you buy a serrated blade?

>>721898
Stop being a faggot, that knife will do the same job that a $300 safe queen knofe does.

>>721880
>part serrated
>CRKT
>$65

Is this a troll post? Jesus OP there are literally countless better options. Look at something from Becker/Ka-Bar, a Mora bushcraft maybe, Ontario has a bunch under $65, or even something from Helle or similar Scandinavian companies. Do a small amount of research at least before you blow a days pay on that heap of trash.

>>721903
Actually, if you're not that stupid (but I know you are) you can see that there's a advice :
Don't buy a shitty cheap 60$ if you're going to ' rely on it heavily '
Of course if you're just another faggot that actually doesn't go /out/ but wants a big useless collection of gear, then go for it.

Oh also it's not like there's a Knife general on every fucking page of this board

>>721880
get a becker

>>721880
ka bar becker and ontario at that price range

>>721880
Everybody will defend their favorite knife brand OP.

I've carried CRKT pocket knives for 20+ years and have never had a problem.

I would also recommend some of the classics from kbar

>>721946
i have carried crkts every one of them has failed

>>721946
>>721953
They make a good, cheap, disposable pocket folder and most of the people that carry them would destroy anything else. If you treat your knife like trash what's the point on spending $100+ on something if your going to not sharpen it, pry open shit and generally thrash it. There's a reason that the $10-30 price range accounts for the majority of knife sales, its because the majority of people are dipshits and would rather dispose of something once it fails then ever learn how to maintain it. Anyways, there isn't much to say about brand loyalty. If you can't handle owning something nice keep on buying your cheap disposable folders.

>>721969
you assume too much. every crkt folder ive had has failed during extremely light use breaking down cardboard at a pizza delivery job. they are shit. shit. absolute shit. if you don't think so then you've never had anything better.

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>Install mora

>>721969
>>721984
I've never owned one. Because I had a SAK as a kid and once I became an adult I purchased a mini grip as my first folder. I still have it to this day and consider it $60 well spent. My point is that your a chump for buying something like that in the first place. Also I do not buy for a second that "breaking down cardboard" destroyed your knife. I have friends that carry cheap walmart Sheffields that haven't failed in years. These are the same people that pass them off to me to sharpen and loctite screws on etc. but a $130 PM2 would serve them no better because they aren't knowledgeable knife owners.

If cutting cardboard at your pizza delivery job destroys a knife, maybe you should examine the owner not the tool. Also anybody with any real need for a pocket folder would laugh at the idea of spending money on a CRKT because it's a waste of money. Even if it doesn't fail on you, you are using a clearly inferior tool for the job. Which was my main point to OP, spend your money elsewhere but more than that, it looks like you do not even know what to look for.

>>721880
>partly serrated
WHY THE FUCK.
DESU you'll be fine with a Mora, they're cheap, simple, and reliable. If you want to spend a lot of money on something a little nicer, buy yourself an ESEE.

>>721999
>examine owner not tool for cutting cardboard
no you dumb fuck, fuck you and your shitbrain. they came loose as fuck, the locks failed, opening mechanisms failed
nothing to do with me because there's only one fucking way to cut carboard you faggot fucking faggot

>>722003
Nice retort. Maybe you should invest in a nice folding box cutter for your next blade purchase. The blades are replaceable, you can even get fancy ones with wooden grips and the like.

If you knew the first thing about owning knives A) you wouldn't have bought a CRKT to begin with and B) all of the "issues" you stated you would have had the capacity to fix/prevent. Unless you keep on buying lemons, but explain to me again why I know people that carry cheap gas station blades that still function? Oh wait. You can't. Who's the faggot now?

>>722007
no, you're the faggot because we are saying the same shit you just wanna argue and be gay as fuck
i had that job 8 years ago i bought shitty knives before i knew better
you are gaaaaayyyyy

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>>721880
If you are going to spend $65 on a bushcrafting knife, get dat Ka-Bar Becker, Ontario, or Essee. CRKT makes some cool knoives, lots of decent stuff for $25-$40. But those other 3 brands have much more traditional solid blades that will be better for what you are trying to do.

T. CRKT Owner

>>721969
Thank you

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>>722003
THEY FUCKING GIVE YOU AN INSTRUCTION SHEET THAT TELLS YOU TO TIGHTEN THE FUCKING SCREW PERIODICALLY OR IT WILL ALL COME APART.

FUCKING LEARN TO MAINTAIN A KNIFE INSTEAD OF SHITTING ON THE BRAND CAUSE YOU'RE FUCKING LAZY!!!!!

REEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

EVERYTHING DECENT YOU WILL EVER OWN NEEDS TO BE MAINTAINED!!!!!!

I BET YOU GET PISSED CAUSE YOUR CAR CRAPS OUT EVEN THOUGH YOU DIDNT CHANGE THE FUCKING OIL.

Pic fucking related

>>721880
Mora companion
Hatchet from walmart
Done

Buy a Becker Bk2....end of story

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>>722039
Why does everyone shit on CRKT? Is it bad steel or something?

The reason I wanted one in the first place is because they're carried in a local shop that can get me a good deal.

>>722287
I'm sure the knife is more than adequate for 99% of the things you will need it for, but there are numerous better options for the money.

I use my 13$ mora for all the little things at camp; shaving sticks to make a feather stick, then cutting fish, and...actually that's pretty much it. What are people doing when they camp that they need all this gear and huge knives?
Typical 3 day for me

>hike out Friday in the day
>set up tent, go collect/break branches to make a fire
>shave a good stick while enjoying the woods at dusk, light fire
>warm up some food while I get ready for bed, eat, sleep

Then in the day I'll hike around on day 2, fish, just explore the eco system, maybe if I'm bored I'll grab fallen branches or logs and build something like a lean-to with a couch, read a bit outside, cook some camp food with whatever I find edible around me, basically just enjoying what's around. When do you ever need a big knife?

>>722287
And I just looked into the blade steel, and its pretty bad. I would put it on the lowest end of the spectrum of useable knife steel. Closest equivalent is along the lines of 440A or AUS-4 to AUS-6. For $20, sure. But for $65? No way man. Avoid.

Holy shit I was going to feel like I was the only one to be shilling Becker but damn you guys did it for me :) get the bk16 and then if you go into the deep end of expensive knives you'll understand your first decision was the best. A have a bk2 and as it is a beast of a knife I'd rather you taste a 14 or a 16 as your first one man. Once you feel the ergos you'll love it

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mora bushcraft black

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>>721880
Don't get a CRKT OP. Get the ESEE 6

Do yourself a favor and get the molle sheath for it as well. Then follow this guys advice on how to fasten it all together.

https://youtu.be/e1ISpYfZbKE

Good old short straight KA-BAR has served me for a decade and it's still going strong.

So, I'd recommend that.

>>721926
This. Had a gerber asek and tore it to bits. Have two new kabars and can't break them.

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>>722321
Those look nice but I was trying to keep it around $60

>>722287
A lot of their stuff is kinda tacticool and goofy as well. I like my little SPEW for a small EDC that I barely notice is there. But I would probably get the Ontario RAT, if not the Esee, if I wanted something bigger and no-nonsense. They seem like blades that people aren't afraid to abuse a little bit. Same with the Ka-Bars. At least with what I see around here.

>>722321
>coated 1095
>$160
wew lad

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>>722891
http://m.ebay.com/itm/BRAND-NEW-Ontario-8627-RAT-5-Fixed-Blade-Knife-Sheath-Proudly-Made-in-the-USA-/151973635210?nav=SEARCH

The RAT 3 is around $70

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>>722891
>>722902
Also gotta add
>$17

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Well then lads, if I'm going to get a cheap MORA, how's this?

Was gonna buy flint&steel anyways

http://www.amazon.com/Light-Fire-FireKnife-Stainless-Lime/dp/B00GN9OG2A/ref=sr_1_7?s=sports-and-fitness&ie=UTF8&qid=1459036891&sr=1-7&keywords=morakniv

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>>722944
Seems expensive

>>722948
regular MORA = $14
flint & steel = $6
convenience price = $5 extra

You guys are pretty tight with your cash huh

>>722951
>$17.95
>free shipping

That seller has some Leeks for like $35-$40, I'm thinkin about going for one of those. They are blems so I'm sure a few little scratches but I don't give a shit on an EDC.

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>>722959

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Anybody familiar with Ontario Knife Company?

Thinking of buying the Bushcraft Field Knife. It's 5" blade full tango 5160 carbon steel.

>>723073
Ontario makes great knives for the price. And 5160 steel is well known for its toughness, makes a good smaller blade but really shines in larger applications. If you like it I say go for it.

Condor Rodan looks pretty damn solid

>>721880
Shit. I have that knife. Exact same one. I don't remember it being 65 bucks

>>721880
Enjoy your heat blisters from that autistic looking handle.

+ shitty serrations on the bit of the blade you'd normally want a keen plain edge..

it all depends on the climate you will be in and the tasks at hand. i suggest reading this http://bestpocketknifetoday.com/discovering-the-best-knife-steel/ read find out what kind of steel type suits your situation or personal preference. then you should think of the size best for you. if you are going to baton with it(personally id rather use a small axe, but thats just me) id suggest a bigger blade maybe 6inch cutting edge. also id suggest a full tang blade as well.

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>>724505
also dont get that knife, its a tactical knife. you can tell by the tanto tip and serrations. id suggest the knife in my pic, its called the Condor Primitive and it goes for $56.99 & FREE Shipping.

>>721880
glock maybe?

>>722907
how many times do you intend to post that same picture?

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>>722951
>>722944
you do realize this is a flint and steel, right?

>>721880
Becker bk5 or bk7. Good knives

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>>724622
I got new ones nigga!

Fresh off the press!

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>>724622
>$17

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>>724622
Nice dubs btw

>>725225

>$17

Rock is cheaper

>>725230
Why do you kill the pheesh.

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>>725352
I normally use rock or beer bottle first to knock it out.

>>725408
Because snakeheads are invaisive and completely destroy ecosystems. They are probably one of the worst invaisive species in North America. I don't even eat them or anything but it is illegal to throw them back in so I just leave em for the birds and raccoons.

>>725219
>>725225
>>725230
Did you really just post 3 times to reply to one person? Also last pic is old

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>>725550
What can I say, I got lots of free time since I'm on vacation.

And I appreciate that you follow my posts so closely.

>>721880
Look at the esse 5 or 6. Yes they are pricey, but very good quality. Look up abuse videos of the knives on YouTube. People beat the snot out of them and even baton them to split wood. Also the esse laser strike is a good option, point is better for drilling, and it has a shallow recess in the hilt for use with bow drilling for fire starting

>>722002
This, tons of people recommend them, look up use and abuse videos on YouTube. NOT reviews videos, but videos where they actually use the knife and put it through its paces.

>>725556
>follow
actually i stalk you desu

>>725219
>>725225
>>725230
>>725448
>>725556
mods. permaban it.

>>721880
Don't buy a serrated big knife, it can only cut rope and a small fully serrated folder does a quicker job.

If you want a chinese shit knife, look up Schrade knives. They're junk, but they're cheap.

If you want a cheap and good bushcraft knife, buy a mora.

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>>725714
I'm honored

>>725748
Thx bby

>>726080
and soon your ass wil be humble

>>722944
Nah, the handle looks questionable in the comfort department. With the firesteel inserted into it.... Well it just seems kinda janky. Buy a Mora companion and ranger band a fire steel to the sheath. Should be about the same price. I actually prefer the Mora 510 above all else.

And while Mora makes a damn fine stainless blade in the Sandvik, you would be much better of with their carbon 1095 blades. You will get the increased toughness, ease of sharpening, and it arguably takes a finer edge.

>>726649
i think the combo grind is kinda funky
also didn't they say they use 01 steel or am i missing something?

>>726827
The combo grind I have not used, but I get the idea behind it. Stronger scandi ground towards the handle and flat ground towards the tip for better slicing. I forget Moras proprietary name for this, but you get the idea. Seems kinda cool but more gimmicky than anything. They've been using this grind since the 80s IIRC.

And Mora uses plain ol' 1095 for their carbon steel blades. Not even a fancy equivalent name, just good ol' 1095. If they had some blades in O1 I would be ecstatic to try them out, but assumedly they wouldn't still be $12-20 a pop. And that's kind of the charm of Mora. If I'm going to spend significantly more for a Mora in O1 I'd probably look to some other brands or even a custom.

>>721880
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4wSFXQSW4Y
look no further for no more then $80

>>722321
love the esee 6

>>722899
$116 on amazon isn't bad at all you doof, shop around.

>>726883
>Watched until he pulled his "field sharpener" out of the sheath pouch

Other than that 8/8 m8

>>726838
I have used the combo grind on the 2000 and it's really good for food prep but it's a bitch to sharpen

>>721880
Well the price point can get you a good knife, but I recommend figuring out what are you going g to use it for.
Need to cut wood, a small hatchet costs $20, and a corona folding saw another $20.
Need it for food prep and cutting cordage, opening packages, a $20 folder will do, I've had my Kershaw tanto folder thingy for about 4 yeats, a buck 110 is also about $20. A $5 dollar small kitchen knife is what I use for food prep, I will never need to replace it unless I do something super stupid with it. The thin blade is also great for cleaning fish.
There $65 bucks worth of shit you can use forever as long as you are not a ninja and try to cut rock with them.
If you just want a user cool knife that's all you. Spend away. I also have a $60 k bar I've only ever used it to get inside coconuts at a party, It's great for looking cool. I'm sure when I use it /out/ it'll be great too.

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fuck that. get bear grylls masterrace

>>721880
>CRKT a good name
Hell yeah it is!

>>721915
someone's upsetti

>>729635
>bear grylls
>masterrace
pick one

also: serrated blade for bushcraft, why for?

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>>730000
I respect your quads but Bear Grylls still God. If he says serrated bushcraft knoife, I'm sure it will be perfect for drinking the juice out of elephant dung.

Have any of you ordered a knife from Lester River Bushcraft? If so how was it? I'm thinking of giving them an order.

Link related: http://lrbushcraft.com/html/about_lester_river_bushcraft_-.html

>>730004
you have got to be trolling, friendo

>>730160
Brilliant shilling! Are they all made to order or what?

>>730166
I'm not sure if they are made to order but it looks like they have a stock knife with either orange g10 or green micarta handles made of O-1 tool steel for $160 American. Some of the other pictures on the knife page though are not that model so I'm assuming the guy does customs but I've not heard a single thing about this guy's knives. I actually heard of him because his wool shirt-jacket thing is supposed to be top-tier and was visiting the site to look at that.

>>721880
I've heard decent things about some of their products from both third party reviews, /out/ and others. I'd say trying one of their cheaper blades may be worth a shot but I'm not sure it is something you'd want to depend on in a survival situation.

Bought for $11.00, very nice, haven't used it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGR75MdCRak

>>721880
The one piece of advice I will give is to not get a serrated blade, I bought one before I knew much about camping and bushcraft, you will rarely need a serrated blade and it makes fine tasks that you would normally "choke up" on the blade to do very hard because you now have to do them further along the blade where you have less power to makes cuts.

Learn from my mistake and don't bother with serrations.

>>722287
I've got several CRKT folders and they're all great, even after moderate abuse and daily use.

Some of the flashy models look more show than go, but the ones I have are great. The lake signature is one of my favs