Favorite fixed blade to carry?

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I am looking to grab a new knife next week, wanting a fixed blade that is sized to be able to carry it concealed like a boot knife or a Karambit. Curious as to what everyone's favorite fixed blades are, and some suggestions for boot or Karambits?

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Brous Silent Soldier Ranger Version 2
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Spyderco Swick Gen-3 (with aftermarket G10 scales from Halpern Technology & Kydex sheath with Spyderco G-Clip)

BTW, the Spyderco Swick line is a Fred Perrin inspired design (Sal respectfully credits Fred Perrin on this Spyderco design of La Griffe).

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I carry either the Swick-3 or the Brous SSRV2 in same belt position (left side of belt buckle) for Right hand draw (every day use) and/or Left hand draw reverse grip (reverse cutting position). This picture is in sitting position and can be drawn from most any position (like wrestling on the ground, etc ...).
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Short 15-sec video on my Swick carry:
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Brous SSRV2 with acid stone washed area above the primary bevel & stone wash over satin portion of primary grind, along with some additional spine jimping work & paracord handle tange (rear handle hole is useless in any grip configuration (imho), but does serve to lighten the blade. Paracord wrap in this way fits my either of my hands very nicely. Wear this in Jason's kydek in same position as Swick-3 above. Draw is the same, so switching between the two really changes nothing from the standpoint of deployment (I train with either knife basically the same. I like to keep things simple and consistent ...
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If you are looking for something a little larger, consider the Brous Stryker. Carries IWB for me very nicely (right side IWB just behind centerline where I would carry a pistol IWB - OR - left-side in same position to be drawn in a reverse grip cross-draw for when carrying a pistol right-side). Cross draw reverse left hand is both a cross-slashing draw, and after drawn provides blade-backside-trapping options when in close. The Stryker is a whole lotta blade combined with an awesome grip position and is I think a much overlooked knife. I have mine configured to carry in a multitude of positions including those mentioned above and also with paracord as a necker and also underarm side-drawn carry (I guess if you like something it just takes a little thinking to make it more versatile).
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Regards,
 
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JJaggar said:
I am looking to grab a new knife next week, wanting a fixed blade that is sized to be able to carry it concealed like a boot knife or a Karambit. Curious as to what everyone's favorite fixed blades are, and some suggestions for boot or Karambits?

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for fixed blades i run reverse tantos customs, but that doesnt help you...

Let me give you a few suggestions from my personal collection. Ive carried and used all of these and theyre phenominal, and affordable.

Spyderco Perrin Bowie
TOPS FDX
TOPS Street Scalpel (my favorite freakin boot knife)
SOG snarl is a good boot knife also.
Shadowtech Wolf Bowie (my first expensive knife).

As for karambits... Fox 479. There isnt anything better on the market in my opinion. Very sturdy, comfortable, and very useable. at a great price!!!
 
Honorable mention.... Kershaws sevret agent. However daggers arent the most practical in my opinion.
 
Dozier Agent or NY Special. D2 at 60.5rc small but evil
Spyderco Street Beat VG10 I prefer a different sheath from the factory but the knife is first class.

joe
 
I'm another happy Izula carrier, paired with a Vic Spirit X. Lots of utility there, even if the OP seems leaning towards SD.


 
I like the Candiru- I made a kydex sheath and wear it on my belt sometimes with orange G-10 scales. I don't like neck knives, but I think the weight and size without the scales could work for that.

If you are willing to spend about $20 more, Bark River makes some really nice small blades. The Pro Scalpel in 3v and the Micro Canadian II in 154cm are both about $100. I got the MCII for christmas and wear it permanently on my work belt.

My favorite fixed blade is a Busse Anniversary Mean Street. I wear it inside the waist band at 4 or 5 o'clock sometimes. It is a little large for concealed, and can poke a little. I haven't work it since I've gotten the MCII. The AMS is more than the $60-80 price range ($227 direct from Busse), but the steel is nice and the size is just large enough to do anything you might need. I dug my car out of an icy ditch last month and hacked at a lot of ice and into dirt and gravel for about 45 minutes, and after using a ceramic mug and strop, the edge is back to perfect.
 
I like the Fox Kuku Hanuman kerambit and carry it from time to time (I modified the sheath a bit to take a G-clip).

When it comes to utilitarian knives, the Fallkniven WM-1 and A.G. Russell's Woodswalker are my favourite for urban areas; while the Fallkniven F-1, Bark River Fox River or Bravo 1 and the ESEE-3 are the ones I usually carry outdoors or working at my ranch. I also carry Scandi knives quite often, too.
 
Izula, or if you like a more stainless approach I'd recommend the Blackjack model 155 with the aftermarket scales.
 
Since I live in the PRK, carrying a fixed blade has potential "legal" hazards, but, when the opportunity arises, my go-to is an older Buck Nighthawk (prior to the Buck-TOPS collaboration).
 
fixed is legal where I live, but with a 3" limit like everything else.
This little guy in 1084 and white oak clocks in with a 2.85" blade:

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Why do you want a karambit? A good drop or clip point has more utility, and if you intend on using it as a self defense tool, you are going to need training to effectively use a karambit.
 
Do yourself a real favor and check out the Bradford Guardian which comes with a great horizontal sheath.
 
Bk14 crossdraw on my belt buckle most often, I have a hard edge custom that I carry in the same place when its a fancy ocassion. I carry a Bk15 on my left hip around the house or at camp most often.
 
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