EDC Fixed Blade

[RugerNurse]

It’s that of year I start contemplating fixed blades for EDC. Any suggestions?

 

[Drop bear]

What do you envision your fixed blade doing?

 

[natchezz]

Price range and maximum blade length?

 

[ShaiHulud]

Skeletonized izula

 

[cbach8tw]

Right off the bat, since not sure how it would be used, I say a Buck 102 because it is light and easily carried, long enough blade for lots of chores. If you can afford more, then a Fiddleback knife, I have always liked the size of the Hiking Buddy. Tried to find a a good range in prices.

Two that I also have that I want to carry is my Red Meadow Cowbell or one of my JKs.

 

[qmether]

It’s that of year I start contemplating fixed blades for EDC. Any suggestions?

ESEE 3!

 

[guy g]

Horsewright

 

[scorpnsnake]

After considering all of the finer details provided. I'm thinking maybe a Jerry Hossom would check all the boxes. It's a fixed blade.

 

[RugerNurse]

Price range and maximum blade length?

Probably around $100 to $150. 3-3.5" blade length

 

[cbach8tw]

Probably around $100 to $150. 3-3.5" blade length

Another option is something from LT Wright knives such as the Bandit in AEBL, or something from Battlehorse knives.

 

[Drop bear]

I have been getting in to the Kizer drop bear fixed blades recently. I have a couple of 7s and just ordered a 3.

They are just cool and cheep and come with a range of options. Steels, handles, blade shapes.

This is the smallest one (i think) The drop bear fixed. Which comes with a toothpick and tweezers.

The fixed 3

I think they are really cheap for what you get.

 

[The True North]

I would get something from Horsewright probably.

 

[pease]

Becker makes some that would work for you.

 

[The Zieg]

From my own experience with EDC fixed blades, consider carry type in your decision: Pocket, belt, neck, cross draw, strong side, hip, etc. Dave Ferry ( Horsewright ) has many options available with his knife and sheath combinations well as many pictures of these options in use. I personally have enjoyed carrying Dawson knives in their composite pocket sheaths, but I have a terrific pocket/boot sheath by Dave that has increased the utility of these knives.

I can't wait to see what you decide!

 

[Horsewright]

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[Alberta Ed]

Bradford's Guardian series is worth considering. Pricey, but you get what you pay for.

 

[Mr. Tettnanger]

Here is a dandy EDC by member navman

Mazer Custom Knives! I have two of his blades and I’m super impressed!

Thread 'SOLD: Little Finger - "Jeans"'

Feb 14, 2026

Up for sale is the last of the Little Fingers from this batch in S90V, .090 thick stock, hollow ground on a 24" platen, tapered tang. This one wears blue Linen micarta with brown/natural linen liners and brass hardware. Light, small and sharp, this blade is perfect to slip into your pocket to tackle daily cutting tasks. Rides in a hand sewn brown leather pocket clip sheath.

2.5 inch blade length with a 5.5 inch OAL

$200 shipped in the US/AK/HI

Little Finger EDC | Mazer Custom Knives

This small knife is perfect to slip into your pocket or backpack to handle whatever life's adventures throw at you. Ground thin from premium CPM S90V stainless steel, the tapered tang wears "jeans" micarta, blue linen over brown/natural linen liners, secured with brass hardware. Rides in a...

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Well there's this:

And this of course:

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Or this:

Perhaps this:

Then of course:

Or:

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Course there's always:

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Well heck lots of ways.

Is that all you've got?

Unless you are sure you will carry it, don't get one. If you do, decide if you want four finger or three. I am too lazy to count how many pocket fixed blades I have, several from makers here. The one I carry is a Kizer Crootool (the only one I have from China) because it fits in my front pocket wallet.

 

[Horsewright]

Is that all you've got?

Unless you are sure you will carry it, don't get one. If you do, decide if you want four finger or three. I am too lazy to count how many pocket fixed blades I have, several from makers here. The one I carry is a Kizer Crootool (the only one I have from China) because it fits in my front pocket wallet.

Pretty much! Well maybe not.............

In all seriousness I might echo Zieg's comment that how you carry can be as important or more important than the actual knife. I say this not just as a knife maker, or as a sheath maker but as someone that has carried a fixed blade for decades and used it in some pretty rough conditions and situations.

 

[Crag the Brewer]

Lots of good offerings in the Makers sections, Lots to choose from....