Bushcraft Folders, is there a case for them?

[marchone]

I will say that “bushcraft” is just a fancy way of describing handicrafts with limited tools and resources.

Very welll put. My “bushcraft” folder is a Shirogorov F3.

 

[DocJD]

Yes , but : https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/folders-or-fixed.1810840/post-20742805

There are folders that can handle the work , but I see them more as backup / emergency use than the best choice for primary .

I carry folders more than fixed for the convenience of carry . But I don't expect them to perform specific tasks at the same level as fixed blades .

 

[Fir Na Tine]

Bushcraft is skill and knowledge
Bushcraft can be done with all kinds of knives but some are more ideal.
It’s like saying the paintbrush made the art or the pans the cuisine.
If you don’t want a belt knife, a folder makes sense. It would be good to pair it with something else like an axe or a large fixed.

 

[kobold]

honestly, meant to mention the condor nessmuk, good old 1075 goodness, tough,
they're quite specialized however, and I don't own one yet - but every time I look I want it

Wait, I think this is the Condor Nessmuk?

 

[David45]

Spyderco Tuff

 

[Dergyll]

May I throw in the Casstrom Lars Falt?
Becky from Girl Outdoors used it when she went backpacking, I thought it looked pretty neat if you want to keep light.

Image stolen from KC

 

[crn3371]

While not marketed as a bushcraft knife I would be ok using my 4 Max Scout in an outdoors/survival type situation.

 

[Spey]

I was looking at a Cold Steel Finn Wolf, and asked myself, do I really need a "bushcraft folder?"

My reasoning is if I am heading out to the woods and am planning on doing bushcrafty things, I will always pack a fixed blade. If end up having to make a fire or carve a tent stake, I think any folder in my pocket can serve in a pinch.

What makes more sense to me is to have a primary EDC that also does well at woodworking. I can see the Finn Wolf filling that role, but so can a lot of other knives. All you need is a comfortable handle and a blade capable of taking an edge.

Do you purposely carry a bushcraft folder?

1) RE: "... do I really need ..."
No you don't need a "bushcraft folder".
In my mind the question should be more about the type of grind and what you plan to use it for, compared to other options.

2) RE: " ... heading to the woods ..., any folder in my pocket can serve in a pinch."
100% proven time and again by myself and a few friends confirming same.
A diminutive Spyderco DragonFly has proven this many times over.
However, I personally appreciate using a better tool for a specific job (sharpened spine & scandi for working wood).

3) RE: "... woodworking ..., All you need ..., comfortable handle and a blade capable of taking an edge."
For a few uses here and there, MAYBE. For extended use, the small specific refinements really begin to make themselves known.

4) RE: "Do you purposely carry a bushcraft folder?"
Many times, YES.
In the woods, typically carry a medium fixed (RatmanDu currently) and a small scandi folder for pleasuring myself on wood.

ESEE4 below showing sharpened spine example (would not consider a knife ready to working wood without such).

Conclusion:
Get that Finn Wolf and use it like you stole it ('cause for what you pay for it, it is just like stealing).