f-1 for bushcraft

RescueRiley

RescueRiley

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I'm really digin my f-1 although I haven't really used it yet...the spine seems really thick I was wondering if anyone has done any bushcraft, intricate work or game prep with theres.
 
Field dressed and skinned a moose with one... did meal prep, cut ropes... hard to beat that VG-10 edge. Get a Concealex sheath from Normark and take it anywhere, it won't let you down.
 
Riley forget the sheath and buy a camera ! I'm still waitin for some pics of this F-1 !!!!
 
pitdog said:
Riley forget the sheath and buy a camera ! I'm still waitin for some pics of this F-1 !!!!
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Here's a snack :D


My F1, purchased by strong influence here, and the DC3 Fallkniven whetsone, Tilley peeking in at the top.
I like the sheath. Reminds me of an old cavalry holster and it rides low. Ambidextrous would be nice-- I'm a lefty.
 
DaleW said:
Here's a snack :D


My F1, purchased by strong influence here, and the DC3 Fallkniven whetsone, Tilley peeking in at the top.
I like the sheath. Reminds me of an old cavalry holster and it rides low. Ambidextrous would be nice-- I'm a lefty.
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If you're a lefty (like me) a right-handed knife sheath works perfectly as your sidearm is on the left.
 
Rockywolf said:
Alberta Ed, do you have a pic of the sheath from Normark?
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I don't have a pic, sorry, maybe Normark will post one. It fits like a glove and is extremely versatile: IWB or out, left, right, and can be adjusted for angle. It's the perfect complement to the F1 IMHO.:thumbup:
 
check out the sharpening instructions on the websight...pretty easy, I also emailed the head of fallkniven about my concern, and he emailed me back and said sharpening on a stone is real fine n the field but a better way ehen home is tou use the wet/dry on a mouse pad as described in excellent detail on the bark river site..I love my f1 but the spine seems really thick for intricate work..I'm taking it out for a minimalist overnight on tues. I'll let you know how it fairs.
 
RescueRiley said:
I'm really digin my f-1 although I haven't really used it yet...the spine seems really thick I was wondering if anyone has done any bushcraft, intricate work or game prep with theres.
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Mine has field dressed two caribou and assisted with several others. I really enjoy this knife. My only complaint is grit getting in the original Kydex sheath has scratched up the black blade finish a bit. No real problem at all though.

Troutfisher,

Don't be leery of the edge. For one, it stays sharp for a long time. Second, it's easy to touch up on a strop. For more serious sharpening, there's hardly an easier method than the mouse-pad trick.

Looking at the blade spine, you'd think this knife would handle like a sharpened pry bar. That is not the case.

I enjoy this knife very much and wish it was just a tad larger. I'll try one of the larger knives in the series soon. I just spent my knife money on an Ontario TAK1 D2 and a Helle Harding.

Stay sharp,
desmobob
 
fudo said:
If you're a lefty (like me) a right-handed knife sheath works perfectly as your sidearm is on the left.
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I'm one of those southpaws who switches back and forth all over. I shoot right, bat right, throw left, play guitar right, play fiddle left, lead with my left drumming, and use tools back and forth all lover.

Anyway, I would carry a side-arm on the right. I'm not to worried about quick-draw with a knife-- purely convenience. Cross draw is cool with a TekLok smaller knife on an angle-- misses my love handles too.

I like the F1 sheath as it is even with the belt line and fully covered, which helps keep brush from pulling it out.
 
RescueRiley said:
....I love my f1 but the spine seems really thick for intricate work..I'm taking it out for a minimalist overnight on tues. I'll let you know how it fairs.
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I like the thick spine for a survival knife and a do-all tool. It wouldn't be my first choice for cleaning a trout, but I'm sure it would do the job. I carry a smaller blade like an SAK Classic or Leatherman Micra for tiny stuff. The F1 would cut heavier stuff, but still handle finer chores like carving deadfall triggers. IIRC, you have an AG Russell WoodsWalker-- a perfect companion to the F1. Smaller slip joint folders are starting to appeal to me for small jobs. The little Buck Cattleman style rigs are handy knives.
 
I'm considering just getting the F1 blade and fitting it with some G10 scales. I just don't dig the rubbery handles too much.
 
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