Do it all fixed blade

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I don’t know much about fixed blade knives, I’ll admit. But being that I’m in need of one or more, it’s best I find out some more. As my gal and I have recently decided to move to our property in the country I’m going to be in need more of a fixed blade. A knife that can “do it all” so to speak. It might mean cutting boxes, cutting twine or rope, cutting up other things around the property. No heavy use like logs but I’m sure it will be doing a bit of just about everything.

So, with that being said, what’s a good everyday practical knife? The only fixed blade I own right now is an Esee 4. I like it but don’t think it is going to be the knife I use. Nothing wrong with it, just not in love with it’s so it’s mainly stored in the shed.

Any ideas are welcome. Thanks
 
- Almost anything in Esee's line is going to be good, you basically just pick your size.
- You can't go wrong with Bradford at all. If it's not going to be heavy use and more of an everyday chore type knife then one of those would be amazing. They're also fairly affordable all things considered.
- T.M. Hunt makes great handmade knives.

Im not a huge fixed blade guy but I do have a couple, and I'd love to get into more. Your budget always adds a variable to the situation as well, and just a bit of research should do you well depending on how much knowledge you already have of knives in general. Im sure others will gladly fill us in more. Happy hunting!
 
Sounds like a puukko would fit your needs, anything from a simple (and cheap) Mora to higher end (and more expensive) blades. A middle grade like Roselli's Carpenter Knife, would fit your description. For something larger, you might consider Kabar's US Navy Mark 1 reproduction in 1095 Cro Van steel (same as Carbon V). It's an excellent all-round blade.
 
RyanSean97 said:
- Almost anything in Esee's line is going to be good, you basically just pick your size.
- You can't go wrong with Bradford at all. If it's not going to be heavy use and more of an everyday chore type knife then one of those would be amazing. They're also fairly affordable all things considered.
- T.M. Hunt makes great handmade knives.

Im not a huge fixed blade guy but I do have a couple, and I'd love to get into more. Your budget always adds a variable to the situation as well, and just a bit of research should do you well depending on how much knowledge you already have of knives in general. Im sure others will gladly fill us in more. Happy hunting!
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Bradford and Bark River were 2 other brands that had my interest along with Becker to an extent. Seems like they offer knives in the range of what I’m wanting. I’d like to stay about the $100-$200 or so price range
 
Alberta Ed said:
Sounds like a puukko would fit your needs, anything from a simple (and cheap) Mora to higher end (and more expensive) blades. A middle grade like Roselli's Carpenter Knife, would fit your description. For something larger, you might consider Kabar's US Navy Mark 1 reproduction in 1095 Cro Van steel (same as Carbon V). It's an excellent all-round blade.
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I have seen pukko style knives mentioned in other threads I’ve read but haven’t looked into them much. I’ll have to
 
As A Alberta Ed stated Mora is another well known brand on the less expensive side known for taking a beating. I was going to list Bark River as well but they can get pretty pricey. I honestly really want a Bradford because of all the customized options and choices they have, made in the USA and they do their grinds amazingly.
 
RyanSean97 said:
As A Alberta Ed stated Mora is another well known brand on the less expensive side known for taking a beating. I was going to list Bark River as well but they can get pretty pricey. I honestly really want a Bradford because of all the customized options and choices they have, made in the USA and they do their grinds amazingly.
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Yea I like the Bark River stuff a lot but most of it is at the top end of what I want to spend on a knife I’ll surely abuse
 
There's not much that a Becker BK9 or BK7 can't handle. They are perfect jack-of-all-trades fixed blades.

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RyanSean97 said:
As A Alberta Ed stated Mora is another well known brand on the less expensive side known for taking a beating. I was going to list Bark River as well but they can get pretty pricey. I honestly really want a Bradford because of all the customized options and choices they have, made in the USA and they do their grinds amazingly.
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And I'm pretty sure Brad Larkin announced the launch of the company and concept for the Guardian 3 right here on Bladeforums! I've got two in the 3 size, one FFG M390 and one Vanadis-4E Sheepsfoot. They're really excellent, especially the sheepsfoot.

And I also strongly suggest buying a couple of different Mora knives to use for riskier chores and to loan out if needed. And one that may or may not appeal to you, but is also really great and not too pricey, would be Kizer's Butcher. I bought one as a bit of an impulse purchase and to be like a lime cutter, turns out it loves the G-Clip carries nicely. And cuts beautifully.
 
You can pick up a Carothers kephart on their site right now. They never stick around long. Nathan and his team do exceptional work and is arguably one of the best semi production fixed blade operations on the market right now. They cost a bit more, but have excellent value retention.

Another option is White river has a couple great knives.

For lower price bracket Esee, and Becker come to mind for awesome do it all knifes.
 
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