F1 or Esee 3?

I'd vote ESEE However w/ your list of duties you want this knife to do I'd have to suggest going w/ an ESEE 4 & that should cover all your bases.
 
I think the GSO 4.1 is the way to go. While backpacking and hunting I will always have multiple edged tools, usually a folder (BM 520 or 551 or a PM2), a fixed blade and sometimes a light tomahawk or hatchet. If hunting I will have a dedicated skinner fixed blade in place of the tomahawk/hatchet.

The GSO has a lot going for it: 3V steel, a kydex sheath, thick stock and a variety of handle options. I think in my case, the GSO 4.1 is a winner.
 
Redeye said:
ESEE-4 would be a poor choice of tool for processing trout and turkeys, it's far too thick and heavy for precise work with game.

The ESEE-3 is much better suited to these tasks.
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no knife is perfect for all tasks. I would get the ESEE 4, and add a Candiru for the small stuff. Still will cost a lot less than the F1.
 
I was going to say the F1 since it will out cut either, but it sounds like you have your mind made up.
Hope you enjoy your new knife when you get it !
 
wolf-man-12 said:
Just get the ESEE-4 = & problem solved & you will never regret your choice.!**
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Wrong, i have all three and the ESEE 4 has a g-10 handle that feels way bigger and boxier than my micarta ESEE 3, i actually am somewhat disappointed at it, also it is slightly too handle heavy, that sounds silly, but it has an effect
Great blade though
I would start with the ESEE 3
I am also suspicious at laminated knives, i have seen a fällkniven split apart, under extreme abuse
 
topher89 said:
I think the GSO 4.1 is the way to go. While backpacking and hunting I will always have multiple edged tools, usually a folder (BM 520 or 551 or a PM2), a fixed blade and sometimes a light tomahawk or hatchet. If hunting I will have a dedicated skinner fixed blade in place of the tomahawk/hatchet.

The GSO has a lot going for it: 3V steel, a kydex sheath, thick stock and a variety of handle options. I think in my case, the GSO 4.1 is a winner.
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If you are going for a GSO 4.1 I believe Survive has some with very minor cosmetic blemishes in stock at a reduced price.
I would move on it fast because they won't last long.
 
Vicarious Reality said:
I am also suspicious at laminated knives, i have seen a fällkniven split apart, under extreme abuse
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In the destruction test I've seen, the laminated Fallknivens took massive abuse before delaminating,

...more force then would be required to BREAK most knife blades. :eek:




Big Mike
 
I've had and used an ESEE 3 for almost 4 years now, it's a great knife. I put a convex edge on it and it's a great slicer. My only complaint is the handle ergos. I have average sized hands and feel it's a little short, slab side scales make it blocky, and too thin. You can buy TKC scales but that's another $55 to the cost.

I don't have any experience with the F1.

About 2 weeks ago I placed an order for a factory 2nds GSO 4.1, and I'm still waiting one it, so I can't help you there either. I will add though, that if you want one of the Survive! knives, the GSO 3.5 would be more comparable to the ESEE 3 and Falkniven F1 in size and weight.
 
F1 all the way! I've got the S1 and it is an awesome blade for all the duties you warn the F1 for, that being said, I really want to get an F1 too! The 3G would be nice, but I have no problems with my other VG-10. Whenever I click the 'add to cart' button it will most likely be the F1 with VG-10 steel!
 
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I am also suspicious at laminated knives, i have seen a fällkniven split apart, under extreme abuse
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Big Mike said:
In the destruction test I've seen, the laminated Fallknivens took massive abuse before delaminating,

...more force then would be required to BREAK most knife blades. :eek:




Big Mike
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:D Yes, very true, Big Mike is totally right!

To have the model inventory in stock, is important to Fällkniven and the F1 is availible for purchase allover the world (almost:)).

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The custom F1 my son use.


Regards
Mikael
 
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Whichever you settle on, please forego the batoning and any heavy wood prep. Instead get a nice hatchet and folding saw. You'll make more wood, a lot faster and easier, and your knife's blade will thank you.
 
moxie said:
Whichever you settle on, please forego the batoning and any heavy wood prep. Instead get a nice hatchet and folding saw. You'll make more wood, a lot faster and easier, and your knife's blade will thank you.
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I have the opposite opinion and experience!

The knife is both faster and safer than an axe of equivalent weight & lenght.

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Regards
Mikael
 
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