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Drock211

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I am looking for a fixed blade hunter for under $75. I would prefer a blade length of between 3.5 and 5 inches. Any recommendations are welcome.

Thanks

Derrick
 
Whoops, forgot to mention. I am going to be using this mostly for field dressing and skinning deer: some small game too.

Derrick
 
Have a look at Marble's line of knives. They come in superb high carbon steel (52100), in a variety of blade designs and handles. My favorite is the Fieldcraft. Or, you can hardly go wrong with Cold Steel's Master Hunter in great high carbon steel (Carbon V) or excellent stainless (AUS8). Fallkniven's F1 would also fit your requirements.
 
Hello Drock211, welcome to Bladeforums. I am going to recommend the Buck Vanguard. This knife has been around for a looooong time. You can get them with either a rubber or wood (cocobollo, I believe) handle. Rubber is going to be about $50, wood $60. I have the rubber handled version. Yes, there are plenty of other hunters around, but this one has been doing its job well and doing it for a long time. Let us know what you decide.
 
Those above me have given you good advice. The Buck "Guide", "Pathfinder" and "Skinner" would also fit your bill. Much depends on taste.

The CS is probably more "rugged" than the Marbles, but the carbon steel Marbles knives are really sharp and good looking. They are, however, carbon steel which requires a bit more care.

BTW, welcome to the forums and Happy Hunting!
 
I like the Spyderco Moran in that price range too. The Fallkniven F1 isn't too much more than that, about $90 I think.
 
Of the 2 fixed blade Morans available, I think you will find the drop point is more practical for hunting.
 
Great suggestions. Hard to beat a Marbles. I like the Sport99. But I also have a CS Master Hunter (aus8) and Buck Vanguard and they will definitely provide great service for you. Another knife you might consider is a Grohmann. Should be in your price range.

The Norwegian Helle Harding also falls well within your price range and is really is a dandy hunter. http://www.ragweedforge.com/harding.jpg

The blade is made of laminated steel, a very tough core of high alloy steel sandwiched between two layers of stainless. The blade is very strong but the knife is fairly light. Rosewood and curly burch handle and fine leather sheath. All for $65! What a deal!

You can buy it from Ragnars at http://www.ragweedforge.com

And although I haven't tried them, several other norwegians look good too: http://www.ragweedforge.com/safari.jpg http://www.ragweedforge.com/trophe.jpg

And check out the Bruslettos while you're at it!

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I get some pleasure from finding a relentlessly peaceful use for a combative looking knife.
JKM
 
I would recommend that you seek out a custom knifemaker in your area.He can make a knife specifically for your intended use and you can decide on steel, handle materials, etc.I don't mean to put down manufacturers because most make great knives, but at best most are a compromise for certain functions.As you probably guessed I am a knifemaker.You may not be able to get your knife for 75$, but I think you will be happier, and you will get a one of a kind.Good luck and good hunting, Dave
 
I'd recommend either the Buck 102 Woodsman, Buck Vanguard, or; for a better blade at the higher end of your price range the Fallkniven F1. Some may laugh at the Bucks, but my 102 has served me well for about 30 years. Good Luck.
 
A G Russell Deerhunter. Featherweight drop point with super-thin blade profile, a high-performance edge, and feels like it molds to your hand. Not to be abused, chopped with, pried with or to cut harder material than hide, meat and cartilage. But for the application and price range ($79) you suggest, it's a pleasure to use.

--Will
 
Wow! thanks for all the great advice. I looked at the Fallkniven F1, and the AG Russell Deerhunter a lot, and decided to go with the AG Russell.

Derrick
 
Originally posted by Drock211:
Whoops, forgot to mention. I am going to be using this mostly for field dressing and skinning deer: some small game too.

Derrick
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OK, MOST knives sold as hunters are just too darned big, particularly when you get to small game. You want what is known as a "Bird and Trout" knife, especially for small game!

One of the few production knives that _I_ think fit the bill (after 22 years hunting) is the Kabar "Lil Finn" - this is NOT a "fighting knife", but a small knife with about a 3 1/2" blade, that is only about 3/8" from the edge to the back of the blade! I THINK that Anza makes a few that fit the bill too. Tell you what, I think that a GOOD 4" kitchen paring knife is a better blade shape for gutting and small game than the classic "Hunter". It wouldn't be as good for skinning but...

 
Derrick--

Congratulations! Let us know how you like it -- maybe in the Reviews forum?

-- Will
 
Drock211, welcome to the Forums
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Try SPYDERCO Bill Moran Featherweight, soon it will be available with drop point blade also. Great cutting performance in extremely compact and light package.
If you would prefer stronger knife think about Fällkniven model F1. Check their web site for new model H1 if you like traditional Scandinavian puukko-like shaped knives.
 
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