Carrying advantages of theRC-3 over the 4?

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hiwa

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I have two RC-4's , but am considering a 3 in DT. Is it easier to carry around ( both sheaths would be on paracord beltloop) than the 4 in regards to weight and size? I read it's a pretty handy knife for most tasks , and more manouverable for finer jobs than the 4. ( which is a great knife , btw.) I'll be wearing it under a jacket or in my pack in the city.

Thanks for any input.:)
 
not sure if you'll notice the weight difference - i'm guessing 4 oz difference? the 3's sheath is about 0.75" shorter so there will be less printing which helps to conceal it.

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for edc in a pack though, i like the 4 better. it has the right thickness and heft to it that just feels right in my hand. but if my advice causes you not to buy a 3 then don't listen to my useless opinion! buy the esee-3 and decide for yourself which one you like better :D
 
The HEST is slightly shorter than the three but if you liked the thinness of the 3
then I can see that.
 
JV3 said:
not sure if you'll notice the weight difference - i'm guessing 4 oz difference? the 3's sheath is about 0.75" shorter so there will be less printing which helps to conceal it.

esee_3_4_size.jpg


for edc in a pack though, i like the 4 better. it has the right thickness and heft to it that just feels right in my hand. but if my advice causes you not to buy a 3 then don't listen to my useless opinion! buy the esee-3 and decide for yourself which one you like better :D
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Thanks for the comparison shot. Looks like I'd like to EDC that size, and keep the 4 for the bush belt. That slightly smaller size(and blade thickness) will be great for daily carry.:thumbup:

Edit: Bike inner tube?
 
I just got an RC3 and it seems like a very small knife... very compact like it was mentioned here... very nice... I LIKE!!! but then I am comparing it to my RC6... which is HUGE next to the RC3...
 
JV3 said:
yes. wet micarta is still slippery for me.
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Try beeswax thread, and wrap it around the handle like your whipping the end of a rope ( so it doesn't come loose.) I use it wherever I have a grip issue, and have a few feet of strong line for emergency use.

I think I will get a 3 in DT ( I like canvas mic.) Got to save a bit of coin though.
These ESEE's are quickly becoming my favorites , although I use others as well.
 
I carry my RC 4 with me every where i go ever single day..i carry it scout style, but not in the small of my back, rather right under my belly button. lol. Its a comfortable carry position and i can access the knife FAST.
 
Gaurdian_A1 said:
I carry my RC 4 with me every where i go ever single day..i carry it scout style, but not in the small of my back, rather right under my belly button. lol. Its a comfortable carry position and i can access the knife FAST.
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Under a jacket or shirt? Or open carry?
 
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