All Rounder Fixed Blade

^+1 on that that, 22-rimfire 22-rimfire . I mentioned this model earlier too. In fact I noticed The Knife Connection has the BK-24 back in stock (which is the D2 steel version of BK-14) back on stock for $52, here. If I weren't already setup with my Street Beat, and wanted this tougher tool steel, I'd be checking out one of those. Note that TKC also has cool add-on handles for BK14/BK24. Also if you don't like the factory sheath, there are plenty of sheath makers that make this sheath. Example, AZWelke.com makes this sheath for the BK-24 specifically to fit with the TKC aftermarket handles. Sure all this jacks the cost a bit for the whole setup, but the BK-24 in a good steel, with TKC handles, and AzWelke sheath, would be a pretty nice setup for small fixed carry.
 
For an "all rounder" I gotta throw mora in there. All of the high end knives are cool but when it comes to actually doing a cutting job, the mora wins more often then not. The bk14 is great but the handle is too short. The izula 2 is great but the blade is too short(it would be perfect if it had a delica profile;)). Mora's are great. Get a stainless in 3/32 inch or less. The only thing it won't do is heavy prying.
 
You might want to look at Enzo Birk fixed blades -- flat or Scandi grind, good steel options, great fit & finish. One of these 3 should be the right size for you: Necker, Elver, Trapper.
 
maximus83 said:
^+1 on that that, 22-rimfire 22-rimfire . I mentioned this model earlier too. In fact I noticed The Knife Connection has the BK-24 back in stock (which is the D2 steel version of BK-14) back on stock for $52, here. If I weren't already setup with my Street Beat, and wanted this tougher tool steel, I'd be checking out one of those. Note that TKC also has cool add-on handles for BK14/BK24. Also if you don't like the factory sheath, there are plenty of sheath makers that make this sheath. Example, AZWelke.com makes this sheath for the BK-24 specifically to fit with the TKC aftermarket handles. Sure all this jacks the cost a bit for the whole setup, but the BK-24 in a good steel, with TKC handles, and AzWelke sheath, would be a pretty nice setup for small fixed carry.
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Didn't know the BK-24 was back. The TKC handles are very nice and are in fact on my BK-24. I have a hard time getting the BK-24 as sharp as I like. I might be me or it might be the heat treat?? Don't know. Don't get me wrong, my BK-24 is sharp; just not as sharp as I like and I have really tried to put a seriously sharp edge on mine. I may have to look into the AZWelke sheath. It is very easy for me to get the BK-14 to a sharpness I like.
 
I have a Dozier K9. I have had 2 Guardian 3s, a Bark River City Knife and still have a Bark River Essential. The Dozier is the knife the others aspire to be. The Dozier sheath is head and shoulders above what the others provide.
 
The sub 4 in. blade limits you a bit.

If you were to step an inch or so, you'd have a good bit more selection.

Don't know if its been mentioned yet, but you could look at the Kershaw Skyline (3.1") as I say, if you move up a bit, you could probably go down to your local Walmart and by a Buck Mesa for about $50. The recently discontinued Kershaw Diskin can still be found for about $60. USA made, S30V steel.

Just to think outside the box a bit, Puma has some relatively decent, low cost fixed blades like the 'Badlands' and 'Deadwood' models...fairly basic, German 440A stainless...not great, but not horrible (especially for $20-$30).

Steel Will has a few nice ones a smidge over 4 in. as well.

I'm sure there's plenty of good suggestions to choose from.

Good luck,
BOSS
 
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LT Wright Bushcrafter HC, not a defensive weapon, but in a pinch would work. Or any of LTW Genesis, I also think it comes in a bigger blade if want larger. I have also seen the Ontario Blackbird seconds up for sale at knife connection. Lastly,I really like how the TKC extended handles for the RAT or ESEE 3 make it seem like a different knife, more handle to grip.
 
I'm not big on Boker but I'll throw this one in. It is a good handling and balanced knife. https://www.knifecenter.com/item/BO02BO292/boker-plus-voxknives-rold-black-knife-d2-powder-coated-blade-micarta-handles-02bo292

There are some different Vox knives to choose from. Different blade length, finish, etc. I linked to the coated blade for the greater corrosion resistance but even uncoated D2 isn't bad. It's pretty close to being stainless.

Spyderco mule team knives are a great choice and they can be customized to suit you with steel choice and grips. There are several different choices available at Spyderco factory outlet.

Joe
 
Street Beat question. I am considering but so many of the pics seems to imply a mild recurve. Is there? I definitely don’t want that. I am considering my first fixed as well and the SB is intriguing.
 
Shotgun said:
For an "all rounder" I gotta throw mora in there. All of the high end knives are cool but when it comes to actually doing a cutting job, the mora wins more often then not. The bk14 is great but the handle is too short. The izula 2 is great but the blade is too short(it would be perfect if it had a delica profile;)). Mora's are great. Get a stainless in 3/32 inch or less. The only thing it won't do is heavy prying.
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The Mora's do cut. I just like a more substantial knife. I agree that the handle on the BK-14 is a little too short. But it is intended to be a neck knife or one you might use like a folder. It is not a hard use knife in the sense that you are going to be doing major jobs with it. I view it as more or a strong occasional use knife. The TKC handes really improve it, but do not increase the handle length.
 
22-rimfire said:
The Mora's do cut. I just like a more substantial knife. I agree that the handle on the BK-14 is a little too short. But it is intended to be a neck knife or one you might use like a folder. It is not a hard use knife in the sense that you are going to be doing major jobs with it. I view it as more or a strong occasional use knife. The TKC handes really improve it, but do not increase the handle length.
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what about the mora robust?

(ahhh the Danish :D
)
 
Haven't looked at the Robust. Have three Mora's already and not looking for another regardless of it being "robust" and likely a lot more expensive.
 
SkrufKnifer said:
You know another option, and I carried one for awhile was/is that Smith and Wesson HRT boot knife dagger. I carried it tip up above my back right pocket on my belt. It has a button snap retainer that folds over the hilt. Very easy to grab the knife and release the retintion snap and have it in the stab you in the face position in your hand. It is double edged so you don't have to sharpen as often as a single edge and is 440 so won't rust and can be had 20-30bucks.
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Interesting choice.

Maybe you would expand on how a double edged dagger works as a "EDC knife that is kind of an all-rounder." :thumbsup:
 
When I was in my teens II worked in a fast food restaurant. So used it to open boxes and cut random stuff. When I got off not long after the bars closed I had to walk a couple miles. So carrying it everyday made me feel a little better. You can use it to open all of your packages, boxes,and cut your sandwich.
 
SkrufKnifer said:
When I was in my teens II worked in a fast food restaurant. So used it to open boxes and cut random stuff. When I got off not long after the bars closed I had to walk a couple miles. So carrying it everyday made me feel a little better. You can use it to open all of your packages, boxes,and cut your sandwich.
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Yes, but something like a Mora, for example, will do all of those EDC tasks much better, and, in a pinch, you could cut somebody with it.

I guess I don't follow suggesting a purpose built SD knife for EDC tasks. I mean, like how many boxes did you open with it, vs how many times did you use it for SD?

Heck, a boxcutter would have opened boxes better and would have been plenty nasty in a pinch.
 
marcinek said:
Yes, but something like a Mora, for example, will do all of those EDC tasks much better, and, in a pinch, you could cut somebody with it.

I guess I don't follow suggesting a purpose built SD knife for EDC tasks. I mean, like how many boxes did you open with it, vs how many times did you use it for SD?

Heck, a boxcutter would have opened boxes better and would have been plenty nasty in a pinch.
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I'm pretty much in your camp Marcinek. Knives aren't my weapons of choice. But I understand somebody wanting to carry one for that purpose. I would simply have another knife on me for the general cutting tasks you mention that are far more common than a SD situation developing. But we're all different, live in different places, and exposed to different things.
 
I might add, that age seems to have a bit of a correlation with knives for SD. We go through different stages in our knife attraction/hobby. My first fixed blades were fighting knives that spawned off the Rambo movies. Never bought a Rambo knife specifically however, although in some ways I wish I had purchased one of the better made ones.
 
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