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2.25-3 for a folder, 3-5 for a fixed blade
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Favorite *fixed blade* length for EDC.
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CM I love that blade virgil just made you. That's a big sexy mofo
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3.0" ~ 3.5" with 3.37" being ideal.
The Spyderco Delica (2.88") is my fav EDC but sometimes I find wanting its blade to be a bit longer.
The Spyderco Caly (3.5") and Stretch (3.5") are as long as I care to EDC.
The Spyderco Manix 2 (3.37") and Boker Haddock (3.37") are about ideal for me though their blade shapes are not.
The Spyderco Delica (2.88") is my fav EDC but sometimes I find wanting its blade to be a bit longer.
The Spyderco Caly (3.5") and Stretch (3.5") are as long as I care to EDC.
The Spyderco Manix 2 (3.37") and Boker Haddock (3.37") are about ideal for me though their blade shapes are not.
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Perfect size...
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Really love the Bradford Guardian 3 in 3v. It's a tad small but for edc it's awesome.
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That's thing is a freaking monster. It was pretty bad ass following him in instagram and watching it come to life. That glass blast finish is sexy.
Highest point I really like that Bradford man!
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My favorites tend to fall between 2.25"~3". Just enough for most work yet not too scary to sheeple.
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Finding that I like 2.75 to 3.25 inches fixed blade, and I am also finding out a comfortable, little bit longer handle is important. Not only for comfort for all four fingers but also makes the blade more agile if I can control it better.
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How long of a handle would that be?
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Most of my everyday tasks can be easily done/accomplished with a 3.5-4" blade
In the food prep and outdoors department, the longer the better!
In the food prep and outdoors department, the longer the better!
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On folders, 3"-3.25" generally. I can tolerate a smaller knife in certain situations. On fixed blades, I generally favor the 4-6" length for outdoors use and 2.5"-3.5" if I choose to edc one. In this case, full length is more important than blade length on a edc fixed blade. Been carrying a Condor Two Rivers in its factory belt sheath for the last week or so as an edc.... I am a little uncomfortable with the length and will probably move it to outdoor/woods carry only. I like this knife a good bit. I dropped a package off at FedEx on Thursday and noticed a "no knife" sign on the window along with "no gun" that I have seen for a long time. I ignored the sign.
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The only thing(s) I disliked about the Condor Two Rivers were the "guard" and the thick blade (but, hey, that's why you can batton with it...). Currently, I would sand it to slimmer profile and weight. It could be an excellent fixed blade EDC. The sheath is high quality, no question. I use many of them for other knives who feel comfortable in them.
Forgot to answer the OP's question, sorry about that... I'm confortable with blades ranging from 3" to 6 ", depending on the day, use, circumstances. Preferably fixed blades, anytime.
Forgot to answer the OP's question, sorry about that... I'm confortable with blades ranging from 3" to 6 ", depending on the day, use, circumstances. Preferably fixed blades, anytime.
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I sanded the handle corners near the end as they were sharp on the condor. Kept poking me when I reached for it or when my arm would slide past it. Yes, the blade might be a tad thick, but I like it overall. I buy a lot of the Condors just to try out. I can deal with the price on that basis.
Added: The guard works for me as designed. Would probably be better if they sanded down the blade stock thinner in that area.
Added: The guard works for me as designed. Would probably be better if they sanded down the blade stock thinner in that area.
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What's the OAL on that two Rivers? Thanks for the responses everyone
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8.2" full length (4" blade). So it is full handle sized to "use". It is stout enough to use baton with 3.5mm steel stock. Edges are sharp for fire stick scraping. I really like the Dozier K-6 Companion with it's full sized handle, slim profile., and Dozier kydex horizontal sheath. I picked it up at the Blade Show in June of this year.
The small Conor Mini-Bushlore with a 3" blade works for me also for general carry. The handle is a 3 finger handle. My only complaint with it is the price. Just seems it should be less expensive, but I suppose from a manufacturing point of view, a couple of inches as compared to the regular Bushlore doesn't add much manufacturing cost.
The small Conor Mini-Bushlore with a 3" blade works for me also for general carry. The handle is a 3 finger handle. My only complaint with it is the price. Just seems it should be less expensive, but I suppose from a manufacturing point of view, a couple of inches as compared to the regular Bushlore doesn't add much manufacturing cost.
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3" - 3.5" for me. Love my ZT 566