got a Mountaineer I

JediKnight86 · Mar 11, 2006

I tried taking pics, but they look like crap, no good lighting. Anyway, it's my first Reeve fixed blade, and I do like it. I wanted a fixed blade for general use and for hiking and that's what I chose. I guess it was bc I like Reeve and it had the simplest design. I just wonder if something like a flat ground Ontario Rat or Busse something would have been more appropriate? What does everyone here think of the Reeve fixed blades in general?

GoodGuy · Mar 11, 2006

:thumbup: In my opinion, choosing a fixed blade Chris Reeve knife for carry and use is a sound decision. Other knives might be lighter and/or more corrosion resistant and/or less costly, but you can have confidence that a CRK will get the job done.

With that said, the 5.5" blade models (Shadow IV and Mountaineer II) have proven the most all around useful to me. Both are heavier than your Mountaineer I, but I find their somewhat longer blades and larger handles more useful for the chores I do.

Leeroy · Mar 11, 2006

Believe me : you can't go wrong with CRK fixed blades :thumbup: I've been using a Shadow IV for years. Never let me down. Congrats for your purchase.

JediKnight86 · Mar 12, 2006

Well I know none of you abuse your knives, but give me some examples of what your one pieces have handled!

GoodGuy · Mar 13, 2006

While I'm not a farmer, I do live on a farm and use my fixed blade CRKs for a variety of cutting tasks that are farm related. That includes cutting all kinds of different materials (fiber, plastics, rubber, cloth, hides, etc.). I also like to whittle soft, green wood (mostly for relaxation), and the CRKs excel at that.

Leeroy · Mar 13, 2006

I use it as a camp knife. I do everything from chopping wood to cooking, clearing the ground... I use it too to open boxes and to cut all kind of materials : plastic bags, electrical wires and so on. Excellent :thumbup:

muzzleup · Mar 13, 2006

I have a Tanto1, Shadow III, Green Beret 7" and 5.5" blades, and 2 Neil Roberts Warriors. Do I like CRK...You better believe it.
Their customer service is top notch! They are the sweetist, friendleist, sounding customer service gals I have yet to encounter.

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JediKnight86 · Apr 5, 2006

After reading these responses and some other threads, I'm very confident in my choice. I can't wait to get out and use this thing, and then get a bigger one!