First ESEE!

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Damon216

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For the past 6 weeks I have looking for the perfect Camp/survival/bushcraft knife.

My needs are pretty specific: Fine whittling (snares and other crafts), light-medium batoning and limb whacking, field dressing etc.

I was looking for a knife I could take on a camping trip, extended day hike, or pack it with a sleeping bag, flint and do a survival stint in the woods.

Here was my line up: RC 3, RC 4, RC 6 OR -- Fallkniven A1 or S1 --- Or one of the 4-5 inch bark river knives.

I wanted a true working knife that won't chip or nick if it hits dirt. Something functional - not too heavy , not too small... or breaks the bank.

The RC 3 seemed a hair too small, the RC 6 seems to be entering machete territory... I did not like the geometry of the A1 / S1 blades and the Bark rivers seem amazing, but I'd rather spend the difference on more gear.

Sooo.

I JUST orded the RC-4 (ESEE)! Got the Orange G-10 handle plain dark green blade.

It IS an addction... as I am already eyeing the Izula folder for an EDC when it's available.

I'll share pics when it arrives and take it into the field.

Damon
 
Welcome! Congreats for ordering your new RC-4, great blade, and a really good first choice.
 
Yeah I really liked the colors. Unique and looks very "utility".

If the orange gets on my nerves I figure I can swap them for ESEE's micarta or make my own.
 
A lot of folks really like the 4 as a first ESEE knife. Personally my first was a 3, followed by the 6. I'm glad I did it that way--the blade on the 4 is a little thick for my preference. :)
 
This is how it starts. Next thing you know, you've got tattoo. Congrats on the ESEE-4 That's the one I started with and it's remained my favorite ever since. Beat the hell out of it and take pictures. (every time I say that it sounds like I'm encouraging a snuff film) lol
 
I would really like to see some pics too. I love the OD and orange color scheme.
 
Congrats on your new RC-4! The "sickness" has ahold of you, it won't let you have only 1 ESEE blade.
 
Good choice Damon216! You will like it. Look forward to your report after using the knife.
 
I was in your boat and went with an RC4. I really REALLY liked it. Then I got the forum knife (RC3) and now that seems to be on my belt for most outings.

If you could only have one, I think the RC4 is a better overall choice and because of its thickness can be a little more useful in the field, but man, that RC3 feels SO good in my hand.

And I doubt the thickness would ever be an "issue" in the field. And I have even battoned with my RC3... no issues whatsoever.

For me the best "field kit" is my RC4 in my pack and my Izula on my belt or should strap.
 
Good choice on the RC-4. That's what I currently have in combination with my Izula. I take that sucker camping, hiking, and backpacking.
 
Even though I don't currently have one, the rc-4 seems to be what you are looking for. Good choice. By bro has the same color set up, ad he loves it all around. enjoy!
 
Nice choice. The ESEE-4 was my second after the Izula. I am very pleased with both
 
It really is a "sickness". I started out with a RAT-3, then got the Izula and a RC-5. Now I'm looking at an RC-4 and maybe another Izula. Its almost as bad as when I was smoking. Tryin to get the next pack.:(
 
yea I can feel the pull. My first was the HEST I got yesterday. I think its a great EDC. Combined with my Fort Turners Rogers Rangers hawk I should be able to tackle most anything
 
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