Buck survival knife

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Markus

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Hi,
I am just about to buy the old Buck survival knife (The one with the anchors, see forum "knife review"). I found a little store in Germany were I can still get it. Has anyone of you used the knife for outdoor purposes (trekking, hunting, survival, and so on...)?
I am planning to spend some time in the Canadian wilderness (or Alska). Would you recommend this knife as a companion?
Regards from sunny Liechtenstein.
Markus
 
Would I recommend this knife as a companion? No.

Unless I was going to be hunting, I'd just take along a 301 or maybe a 112 Ranger, plus a camp saw. If I were going to be hunting, I'd add fixed blade such as a Vanguard or 102. I'm just not much of a "big knife" guy.
 
I personally would not use this knife in a wilderness setting.

This knife was designed to be a survival kit you wear on your belt. The water proof handle and sheath pouches can organize a variety of stuff. If that is what you desire than this knife would be an excellent companion for wilderness adventure. I tend to put the kit in my pack and just wear a knife.

If you are looking for a large, heavy bladed rugged utilitarian knife, I would recommend our intrepid series. The Intrepids are about as unbreakable as we can make.

With weight in mind and also how you want to carry a knife in the wild, a folder might catch your attention. one hand clip vs sheath or pocket etc...

It is really a hard question to answer without more information about how you use a knife while you are outdoors.

If you provide more info I will try to clarify my recommendations
 
Markus,
I teach outdoor ed and use and carry the Buckmaster everyday. Take that and a smaller knife SAK or multitool and you will be fine and look really cool while doing it.
 
Hi,
thanks for your remarks. I still havn't decided whether to buy it or not (They are asking for about 250 Dollars). I just ordered a Fallkniven A1 for outdoor use. But there is christmas ahead:)
Again sunny here in Liechtenstein,
Markus
 
>"(They are asking for about 250 Dollars)."

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Personally, I think you should take a more affordable knife on the trip (as in a knife you already own, perhaps) and use that $250 to upgrade your other outdoors equipment. Make darn sure you have great boots and a sturdy, lightweight tent. Think about getting some top-notch uv-protection sunglasses, a good rain shell, Filson hat, maybe even a GPS unit. In case you can't tell, I'm jealous of your trip! ;)
 
@mnblade
Hi,
thanks for your reply. The thing is, I am already fully equipped.
Jealous of my trip? Don't worry, you're better of: You live in a country where you can still find lots of wilderness. Here in Europe that's hardly possible. It's too crowded. No wolves, no bears,..sad .
The only time you be on your own, is when you go outdooring in the winter time (and this is what I usally do, spending nights in snow holes :)).
Best regards (I just received my knew Fallkniven A1 :D )
Markus
 
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