fixed blade edc

Blackjack Small, three inch convex blade. Order the back pocket sheath and you will have a very sharp, well concealed fixed blade edc. I've only carried mine for about a month, but I reaaly like it so far.

Rick
 
Thanks guys for all the replies. There are some great ideas that I had not thought of. I had not seen Don Cowles or Graham knives. I am not certain which knives I like best, but in the near future I will also carry a small fixed blade on a daily basis. Thanks again.
 
One "dumb" question. Is IWB in waist band? If not, them what does it mean? Thanks again.
 
Not a dumb question. Every hobby has its own arcane language. :)

Yes, IWB is short for inside the waistband.

--Bob Q
 
I really like the Simonich Crowfoot, comes with a nice sheat that is set up for use as a neck knife, but can have a mini-teklock put on it no trouble.
 
Originally posted by mschwoeb
I really like the Simonich Crowfoot, comes with a nice sheat that is set up for use as a neck knife, but can have a mini-teklock put on it no trouble.
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Yes, he really designed some great using knives. He'll be missed.

I love the blue/black textured handle. Is that G-10 or micarta?
 
I also have a Don Cowles pocket sheath. It's a great system and very unobtrusive. All you see is a clip, a little bit of leather and the top of the handle, can't tell its a knife. I also carry a David Boye Basic2 horozontally on my belt. It's a great design. A flat knife with a sheath of cordura lined with brass, it just disappears. I don't even know I have it on.

Lots of people like Dozier's systems, but IMHO kydex is ugly and Dozier's knives are still obviously a knife, unless its covered with your shirt. The Cowles and Boye systems are present, but you'd not know it was a knife unless you were told. The Cowles system is good looking leather lined with goat skin, so it's a thing of beauty too. Cowles knives are prettier than Doziers, although more expensive but the Cowles knife is 100% single person made. The Boye2 is no longer available.
 
brownshoe:

I'm all in favor of promoting knifemakers whose work you admire, but you don't need to do it at the expense of another knifemaker. Bob Dozier has turned out more than his share of beautiful knives, even though his focus is always on function more than form.

Until someone figures out how to make "the perfect knife" it's always going to be a matter of individual tastes and compromises. :)

--Bob Q
 
This topic is not geared towards what is attractive and what is "ugly". Nor is it a debate about how strait knives are made. Sure we all have our personal preferences. But Richard can decide that for himself at the end. From what I can read from Richards opening post, he is seeking a strait blade for daily carry as a user. But is a bit concerned about having it possibly being noticed while on his person. This does not, however, mean that he is looking for a deep cover/ covert/ spec- ops/ stealth/ undetectable under radar/ super unobtainium made knife carry system. :D Knives in that category are not easy to get to where concealment is paramount. There is a tradeoff. If the knife is intended as a user, it needs to be readily accessible. See my last post. :)

N.
 
Gentlemen,

Nakano is correct, I am looking for a straight bladed knife for daily use. I am not interested in covert or concealed use or a fighting knife, simply a non-folding pocket knife which does not draw unnecessary attention; subtle, if you will. I really like the knives by Mr. Cowles, but the ones on his website are beyond reach at this point in time. I had considered the Blackjack Small since it certainly sounds like it would fit the bill. I am surprised that no one has mentioned any of the small knives that A. G. Russell sells or the Fallkniven WM1. Anyone out there have experience with these knives? I have had a Dozier Slim Outdoorsman. Excellent quality and certainly well worth the price, the grip just didn’t fit my hand as well as I would have liked. Just personal preference, nothing wrong with the knife at all. His K-6 companion may feel more comfortable to me. Thanks again for your thoughts.
 
Gene Ingram makes a nice little knife called 'the Trapper'. It looks like it might fit your bill. I just ordered a #7 from him and I can't wait to get it!!! He's a real pleasure to deal with.

www.gene-ingram.com

Hope that helps,

-John
 
Now wait, Bquinlan has a very valid point.

Brownie tests a lot of knives and is developing a reputation. I know that I'm reading more of his stuff lately, and more and more, I'm agreeing.

A kid comes here looking for a knife, and most often, trying not to make a mistake with 100 bucks of hard earned money.

It plays out like this. Fish wants knife, reads Brownie. Brownie points out flaws. Fish passes on knife.

But a bad knife for Brownie might be a great knife for a kid starting out. As I pointed out, my wife is using mine more; it's ATS-34 heat-treated by Paul Bos. It will give her great service even if she doesn't know why. If Brownie infers a better choice, perhaps another direction will be taken.

I've mentioned a few times that if you say "I like Microtechs," some guy will flame you saying "Why do you hate Benchmades." In truth, you never said it, but to a kid if you choose one, you must hate the other. A knut here will know the difference, but I'm not sure everyone will.
 
Originally posted by Richard Sommer
I have had a Dozier Slim Outdoorsman. Excellent quality and certainly well worth the price, the grip just didn’t fit my hand as well as I would have liked.
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Keep in mind that one huge advantage of dealing with custom makers is that they can modify their standard designs to suit your physical requirements and preferences. You can call up Dozier Knives and ask for a Slim Outdoorsman with a larger or differently shaped grip and Bob will make it for you.

Linda Dozier actually had me fax her an outline of my hand with a size scale marked on it. Bob wasn't sure the grip I'd requested was going to be big enough and wanted to be sure. Then he told me that if it didn't fit I should send it back and he'd make me one that did. (It fit like a glove on the first try.)

--Bob Q
 
Bringing up AG Russell reminds me that they have a generous supply of Dozier's in stock, in the event you like one of the models and don't want to wait to have it custom made.

I love my Dozier small utitily knife - small fixed blade that is so useful and it's D-2 steel sharpens very well. The horizontal sheath is excellently made and very low key.
 
I've been carrying a Spyderco Ronin on the belt with mini Techlock in a handle down position. I use the standard sheath but took a dremel to cut away all the excess. I also drilled my own holes for the Techlock so I have just the right position and cant. When its cool I wear some sort of pull over sweater. In the summer its a t-shirt. The bottom inch or two of the knife is exposed. No one even notices. Even if they did notice, it doesn't look like a knife in this unorthodox position.

It doesn't really matter as I happen to live in a mostly rural area and could carry the knife fully exposed without alarming anyone. I see others open carry this way frequently.

Scott
 
Irrespective of what knife you buy, if you want unobtrusive carry, anthing on the belt has to "not look" like a knife. Any kydex sheath, with a handle coming out, looks pretty much like a knife. If you are going to carry on the belt, and have your shirt tucked in, I'd suggest a small flat knife in a sheath that conceals the handle. That's the concept behind the Boye Basic2

For me the next obvious choice is pocket carry. However a big pocket sheath with a black plastic clip will be noticeable. I also don't like a knife bouncing around in my pocket on a static cord. A slim sheath with a small clip, like the Cowles, stays in place and is relatively un-noticable.

Sometimes the best option is to buy a knife you like (custom, handmade or production) and have the sheath made to your specifications.

If you wear boots, put it there :)
 
I agree that a small fixed blade is the way to go for everyday utility use. I usually go for neck carry with this type of knife. Anything light and relatively thin works great and after you wear it for a few days you don't even know its there. My personal choice is a Neil Blackwood fiend. Mine is made of Ti so its extremely light and takes a wicked sharp edge. It is an awesome utility knife and I love it. If you can find a Simonich bitteroot, buy it, you won't regret it. There are, however, LOTS of choices for this type of knife, go with what you like and you won't be disappointed with this type of carry. I wear mine outside of my shirt alot of the time and never get any looks, although occasionally someone will just want to know what kind of knife it is as the colors on the end of the handle are attractive and tend to sometimes catch people's eyes, though never in a bad way.

Dennis
 
Sorry to resurrect this thread because I now have to carry a small fixed blade at work.

My clueless employer (a certain WA state county Napoleon/despot/young and dumb/nubnut)is requiring us to read and sign the personnel manual at this time. This numbnut have never worked "on the outside" in his life and advanced quickly due to his, uhh, Paris Hilton technique. Well, anyway, we noticed the "Dangerous Weapons" rule which states that "a knife with a blade over 3" is considered a dangerous weapon and cannot be carried on ####### County property or vehicles. The despot in question is under pressure to make personnel cuts sometime in the near future and we guess that he is going after some easy kills first(there are a handful of us that carry CQC-7's, Benchmades, Kershaw Onions).

Unfortunately, my current EDC's are folders with blade lengths over 3". So I am now carrying my TOPS UTE01 in my right front pocket. I used to carry this knife as a neck knife (off and on) for the past 2 years. I decided to carry the UTE in the pocket since my new neck knife is a TOPS ALRT
 
I EDC this small fixed blade in a leather sheath in my pocket. As usual my photo quality sucks.
Blade is 2 3/4" D2 at HRC 60+, 6" OAL.
Dovetailed G10 bolsters w/ mosaic pin.
22 Ga. Copper liners and spacers.
Elk antler scales w/ yellow bronze pins.
 
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