Give your input on a new fixed EDC profile

TBH on just about everything *except* slicing, #1 would rule the day, and is more often than not what I carry.

But #3, #2, #4 (in that order) appear more "user friendly".
 
All of the blade profiles would be perfect for EDC usages. #2 and #4 stands out to me (for my personal usage) as the best solo knife EDC. The blade looks to have enough belly to get through any of the cutting / slicing tasks, while the finer point would be great for the detail work / piercing my fruit :)

If I was going to carry more then one (because I always do), A #1 and #3 would be my pairing. I find tanto's just "do it" for me when it comes to cardboard and straight cut.
 
since you asked, I like the blade shape best on #4, but I don't like the bolsters or the handle shape at all. Too small for my big hands.
 
#4 is my favourite, the most interesting of the lot. A paring knife profile would make a great EDC. However I think that the classic #3 drop point has the broadest appeal and the aesthetic edge.
 
Ok, some really good input guys. Here's a serious question; do you think there is really any functional difference between #2 and #4? The point is pretty keen on both and the belly is about the same. There might be slightly more steel on the clip point because of the taller spine up to the clip but I doubt that would provide any real advantage or disadvantage in use. I think #2 might have slightly less resistance for stabbing straight into an object. I know these handles are smaller but, it is hard to make an EDC that fits everyone. I have average hands and I can get all four fingers wrapped around the handle comfortably but the heel is just inside my palm. When I get these finished up, I will show some in-hand shots.

Bob
 
RangerBobTX said:
do you think there is really any functional difference between #2 and #4? The point is pretty keen on both and the belly is about the same.
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Marginally, I would say yeah... It looks to me like #2 has a longer cutting edge given the same overall blade length. I also would prefer to drop #2 tip-down than #4 - more material out there (haven't we all bent a tip before or is that just me?). I would also expect #2 to be less handle-heavy than #4 - personal preference there I guess... Otherwise, I just prefer #2 aesthetically.
 
I've always liked drop and spear points. For EDC I like either one, but I love me a fine point!
 
Really appreciate all the input guys. Here's a look at a couple of the prototypes.

Here's #2. Overall, I like it. I think this might be slightly more appealing in a hollow grind.

IMG_3863-Edit by Ranger_Bob, on Flickr

This is #4. I'm not a fan of the scales. I let my wife pick them out; she loves the spalted maple. Other than that, it is really pointy!

IMG_3861-Edit by Ranger_Bob, on Flickr

These both need a few coats of Tru-oil to really bring out the handles, otherwise they're finished. #3 is almost done but I have to go to my sheathmakers today and I'm going to take it. I'll finish it when it comes back. I've also finished the blade on #1 but haven't begun handling it. Not really interested in making #1 but, wouldn't you know, I already have an order for it.

Thanks,

Bob
 
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Wow

Great caftmanship. 1, 4, 3, 2 being my favorites order.

Your wife has great taste, love the choice in scale material on Delta...spalted maple...super hot.
 
I'd pick #2 and then #3. I like the drop-point, but #2 gives me a little nicer tip to use, and it still has plenty of belly.
 
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