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- Jan 30, 2021
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I'm back again with a skinnier walllet than the last time
, looking for a medium size fixed blade to take with me exploring and on hikes.
I usually explore the bush, walking trails, waterfalls, hours to a day long walk, some camping. I found myself climbing onto rocks and ledges, sliding down hillsides often.

I usually explore the bush, walking trails, waterfalls, hours to a day long walk, some camping. I found myself climbing onto rocks and ledges, sliding down hillsides often.
- Kydex/hard sheath is a must. I will definitely get the blade wet.
- An ergonomic handle that the hand won't slip forward during stabing/knife slipping off during chopping/slashing.
- Blade length, 4" and above. But not too big that it will make light climbing with it unsafe.
- Light enough for long hikes, but has enough weight and momentum to chop and trim vines, twigs, and small branches.
- Medium to high corrosion resistance. I'll be using the blade to poke/prod/pry and touch things I find in nature with it.
- Decent edge retention and high toughness are desirable.