BCjr vs. Bushnub?

here is a pic of the BCJr and the Original Bushnub. The Bushnub II has a guard and pointier tip

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Sorry for the crap pic. I prefer the BC Jr.

I think asthetically the Bushcrafter scales down (Jr) and up (Sr) very well, whereas I think the Bushfinger scales up better (Hunter and Duke) than down (bushnub).

First two are original bushnub, third is bushnub 2. The second and third are bog oak. The second is bog oak and stainless!
 
I compared these two models (among others) on Page 7 of the "Models, Tang Types, Steel Thicknesses & Weights" thread. Here is a link:

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/s...mp-Weights/page7?highlight=Models,+Tang+Types

Between the two, I prefer the BC Jr. for the rounded butt vs. square butt on the Bushnub. The shorter the handle, the more sharper corners on square butts become an issue for me in use. My favorite choice in this 3-1/2" blade size range is my modified round butt Monarch.

Good luck with your decision. Please keep us posted what you decide on.

Phil
 
Comprehensivist said:
I compared these two models (among others) on Page 7 of the "Models, Tang Types, Steel Thicknesses & Weights" thread. Here is a link:

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/s...mp-Weights/page7?highlight=Models,+Tang+Types

Between the two, I prefer the BC Jr. for the rounded butt vs. square butt on the Bushnub. The shorter the handle, the more sharper corners on square butts become an issue for me in use. My favorite choice in this 3-1/2" blade size range is my modified round butt Monarch.

Good luck with your decision. Please keep us posted what you decide on.

Phil
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That was super amazing! Great work. I'm leaning bc jr. It seems like you really liked the Monarch as well. How did the Monarch stack up against it?


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J_mcrane said:
That was super amazing! Great work. I'm leaning bc jr. It seems like you really liked the Monarch as well. How did the Monarch stack up against it?
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Based on the criteria you posted you were looking for in the the other thread (i.e. "compact lightweight EDC with 1" blade height and some belly to double as a hunter"), I think you would be happier with the Bushcrafter Jr. than the Monarch or Bushnub. The BC Jr. will be relatively light if you choose one with thinner steel like a tapered tang 1/8". I would prefer 3/32", but I don't recall seeing that available on any BC Jr's.

Here is a shot of the Monarch, Bushcrafter Jr. and Bushnub:




Here is another view of the Bushcrafter Jr. and Bushnub to emphasize the difference between the round vs. square butt handles.




While I prefer the more open feeling handle and centered spear point blade shape on the Monarch for my uses, it lacks the belly you are looking for. I have not owned or felt a KPH, so I can't comment from experience on that model. My only observation about the KPH from watching years worth of Friday sales threads is that they are typically made from 5/32" or thicker steel. That will not be a lightweight knife.

If you are open to considering other Fiddleback models in the 4" range that might work, take a look at a Ladyfinger or Recluse with thinner steel. In the extended Fiddleback family, I like the Osprey Knife & Tool Raptor and Trail Hand models quite a lot. The Trail Hand is more in line with your stated criteria. W.A. Surls makes a variety of models that fit your criteria too, including some beautiful small Loveless style Hunters.

The Recluse is the middle knife in this photo. It is between the Leuku on top and Patch below.




Here are the Osprey K&T Raptor & Trail Hand






Your hand size and aesthetic preferences are other important factors to consider in the decision process. If you share that info, other folks might have other good choices to recommend.

Good luck with your decision. Keep us posted with pictures and comments when you make up your mind. It will probably be the first of many more.

Phil
 
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I'm loving the pics in this thread.
 
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