Camillus CQB2 - good hiking/wilderness blade?

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gundy

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.....or is it merely a tactical knife?

I am thinking of purchasing (after many hours of researching for that one and only!) a camillus CQB2, the smaller 4" blade version, for my fixed blade backpacking knife. I Love the shape, size and especially the low profile and multiple sheathing system options available.

Does anybody have any comments on this blade and how they think it would handle the usual chores on extended backcountry hikes?

Keep in mind people that we do not have bears in Australia (not big ones), so I do not need a large 'chopper'...I am trying to be practical. Any help would be appreciated!

TX

Guy
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I think that you would be very pleased with the CQB2 for your needs. I recently got one but have not had a chance to use it much. The handle material looks like it will provide a good grip under both wet and dry conditions. The handle is however a bit short (to be more concealable) which may or may not be optimal for your needs depending on the size of your hands and your preferences. Another knife you should take a look at in this class is the Camillus Talon. The 154CM version available from 1SKS is about the same price as the CQB2 and has a similar sheath except with a full size (rather than mini) Tek-Lok. Another that you might want to consider is the Spyderco Moran. Hope this helps. -Alan
 


i have a spyderco moran trailing edge, the handle is small, but the knife is very nice, an excellent slicer, razor sharp out of the box, and a neat small package. it also comes in a drop point which may suite your camp needs better.

also look at the cold steel srk, good knife, sharp out of the box and very stout blade. cold steel has some that are seconds for sale at a good discount, i have found that these are very servicable blades and i would not pass one up for a camp knife. kraton handle give you a good grip when wet.

i find that blades with some belly work better for me, but i do a lot of hunting so game processing is part of their duties.

newt livesay at wicked knife is having a sale so i ordered a few knives , the air asault being one, seems like a good stout blade, not too long, good belly for skinning, and good reviews on this forum, cant wait to try it out.

alex
 
Thanks for the reply Alex.

This is the third time that somebody has mentioned the spyderco Moran from various forums on the subject.

I might start looking more seriously at this knife now.

cheers

Guy
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Gundy;
Just to confuse the issue....take a look at the Fallkniven line of knives. The F1 and the S1 are both approved as military survival knives. They are made from VG-10 steel which is an excellent stainless. Do I like them?....I have the A1, (2)F1's, H1, G1,White Whale kitchen knife and the WM1 and will be ordering the S1 in the near future.

Now, you might also consider the BK&T Magnum Camp made by Camillus...no, I won't list all of the BK&T's that I have too(they are all great knives for the price).

And finally, I understand that there are a lot of people Down Under who swear by the KA-Bar for doing the outback.
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Ron,
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The Reeve Shadow IV with its 5.5" spearpoint blade would also be a great choice. although you may prefer the kydex sheath for your wilderness blade.
Later, Jeff
 
Thanks to all who have given their thoughts!

Sal.....I had a Reeve IV but sold it in the states, it is too heavy for what I want...

Does anybody have any pics or scans they can email me of the CQB2?

It is hard to get a picture of the size..

Cheers

Guy
 
Guy, for just a pick and more info see http://www.1sks.com/store/camillus-cuda-cqb-fixed.html
It is one of the well-made Camillus blades according to others who have it and merit to Camillus for its numerous great cutlery products. Two minor points:
- Was designed more as a fighting/thrusting blade: double grind, thrusting spear point tip. Not so much of a camp knife for cutting, chopping chores. Forget about pounding on the spine.
- One wrote earlier that the smaller version has smallish handle for his hand so he got the larger one.
I would not call it a typical outdoor knife but definitely a great cutlery piece.
My two cents,

HM
 
Let me be the next to suggest the Camillus Talon. The 154CM version is a bargain at a hundred bucks, and is an excellent all-around knife.
I had placed mine up for sale last week, and am glad I got no takers-decided I was crazy for wanting to sell it. Sent it off for what will hopefully be a better sheath today.
 
I actually did put some thought into my needs...The way i look at it is that if I want to chop wood, I have an axe and/or chainsaw back in theute, so do not really want it for chopping etc....

I will list the types of chores I wish it to complete, let us know your thoughts:

1) cutting of climbing rope if 'hung up'.
2) food preperation/possibly skinning of small game.
3) 'whittling' of tent pegs and items to possibly create small game snares.
4) gutting of small fish (most probably trout).
5) etc etc (just the small 'utilitarian' jobs)and I also love the sheath to suit my pack....low profile and plenty of mounting options...

As for the size, I am just under 6 foot and have small hands I guess, so would probably love the size. I have handled small knives before and am very fond of them. I believe they give you more control on the sometimes finicky jobs...

I have actually requested one from the specials page of 1SKS. One thing I am afraid of, "is the top edge sharpened?" - if so, I would not be able to import into Australia as 'daggers' are now a no no.

Thanks again to all who have replied, I have not spent a lot of time in this discussion group, but will from now on - everybody is so helpfull!!

Cheers

Guy
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