Fixed Blade Hunting Knife <$75

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fasteddie911

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Hi,
I am new to the forum and pretty new to knives as well, and I am looking for suggestions for a fixed blade hunting knife under or around $75 to use for gutting, skinning, deboning, etc. I appreciate any suggestions, thanks!
 
I'd look at the trusted and classic Buck 119, well under $75 and can be found at Wal-Mart. You could also look at Kabar Becker BK2, for around $95 you can get a RAT RC-4 that are really great knives with a no questions asked warranty, you break it, they repair or replace it. You could also look at Frosts Mora knives, they're very cheap usually $11-$15 but are made in Sweden in either Carbon or stainless steel and are a great bang for the buck knife, you could even get one along with a Buck 119 or BK2 just two try them out, they're thinner than the others so you want want to pry with them but for cutting and slicing the thinner blade stock aides them in excelling at such tasks. I'm sure the other guys around here will come up with other good options as well.
 
Mora Clipper in carbon or stainless. It cuts better than my high dollar custom. I cannot figure out how they do it. The knife will not take extreme abuse like the Rat.
 
Buck 105 good for whitetail to elk and wellllllll below $75:thumbup:



Ps. this is a second choice becaust the Buck 119 was already stated and probably best.
 
I haven't skinned anything with it, but I bought a Kershaw Antelope Hunter II and have been really happy with it. AUS8A steel, great handle ergonomics and I bought it at the store and got a free skinning device with it.

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Also, check out the Buck Nighthawk series.

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Böker Plus® Dozier Anchorage Pro Hunter

I snagged a Bob Dozier designed Boker fixed blade on a late night, what am I doing awake, I think I'll bid on that just kicks and giggles, eBay action.

The fit and finish is excellent. It has a high hollow grind that darn near a flat grind. It was pretty sharp right out of the box, but a few swipes on a ceramic rod made it scary sharp. I think it will meet all you states needs well.
 
michaelm466 said:
I'd look at the trusted and classic Buck 119, well under $75 and can be found at Wal-Mart. You could also look at Kabar Becker BK2, for around $95 you can get a RAT RC-4 that are really great knives with a no questions asked warranty, you break it, they repair or replace it. You could also look at Frosts Mora knives, they're very cheap usually $11-$15 but are made in Sweden in either Carbon or stainless steel and are a great bang for the buck knife, you could even get one along with a Buck 119 or BK2 just two try them out, they're thinner than the others so you want want to pry with them but for cutting and slicing the thinner blade stock aides them in excelling at such tasks. I'm sure the other guys around here will come up with other good options as well.
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++++:thumbup: on that one, also try the becker companion, hell I'd even go with rat izula, small knife, big attitude!!!!!
 
thanks for all the great suggestions. I took a look at some of the knives suggested and I most of them have a relatively long blade, and I think I would prefer a shorter blade(<4"). Having said that, what would you suggest for sub-4" knife? thanks!
 
The Fallkniven F1 runs about $100 and is well worth it.
3-3/4" drop point super quality knife.

I think the Buck Alpha Hunter in 154CM is a good choice as well in that size (3-3/4" blade) & price range.
You can pick one up for about $75.00.

The RAT RC3 is a great knife too but a bit small IMO for your needs.
 
Just recently I've gotten a RAT RC-3 and I must say I'm really impressed with it. It comes in a little more expensive than the $75 you've stated, usually around $90. I'll either carry the new RC-3 or my Canadian Special this year.

Years ago I owned a Buck Vanguard and I must say it was a good knife. It's a little longer than 4 inches, around 4 and 1/8 to 4 and 1/4 inches if I remember correctly. Last I checked they run about $50 to $70.

I don't own a Grohman knife but you might want to take a gander at them. I've only heard good stuff about them
 
fasteddie911 said:
Hi,
I am new to the forum and pretty new to knives as well, and I am looking for suggestions for a fixed blade hunting knife under or around $75 to use for gutting, skinning, deboning, etc. I appreciate any suggestions, thanks!
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You're talking about 3 different knives. Assuming you're hunting whitetail deer, I would look for a fixed blade drop point for field dressing. I prefer 3" or a bit less, as its easier to reach up to sever the wind-pipe. I don't like folders as tallow is a bear to clean from folders.

You could use the same knife for skinning (but not caping), and use some of your kitchen knives for deboning and butchering.

Check around for a Buck Gen-5 Skinner.
 
How about the Buck Vanguard? I've got the Cabela's Alaskan Guide version with s30v steel.

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thanks for all the suggestions, but now I think I'm more confused, so many choices! I am really liking the rat izula and rc3, very simple and appeals to my tastes/style. But I am also interested in the buck alpha hunter and vanguard, primarily because of the buck knife reputation. What do you guys think? thanks again.
 
I agree re the Buck 192 Vanguard. It's a great knife in 420HC - even better in that Alaskan Guide version in S30V. A year ago, there was a CPM154 limited edition. All run $90 or less (~$65 in 420HC). The Buck 005 GYS/RWS pair of 'Gen5' skinners are much more utilitarian than just skinners. They run $50/$80. The CPM154 Rosewood/brass 005RWS is top below, the charcoal 420HC 005GYS is bottom below:

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A departure - the Benchmade Snody-designed 'Activator+' - #201 - runs $90 up delivered on evil-bay, etc. Mine came new-in-the-box about as dull as can be. It's 3.63" x .140" Rc 60-62 D2 blade is not easy to sharpen on a Spyderco Sharpmaker, but it can be done (Pack a lunch...). Nice knife - well worth the effort. Fits my medium+ hands quite well. Great leather sheath, too.

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With your $75 in mind, I would either go with a Buck Vanguard or the Spyderco Bill Moran. I have both, and they are both very good knives.
 
+1 for the Vanguard- you have to handle one. Feels so good in my hand it beats out lots of "better" knives.
 
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