Help finding a new bushcraft knife.

matthew krissak

matthew krissak

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Ive been interested in getting an new Bushcraft knife. I've mostly been looking at the Bark river bravo 1, and the original style "Ray Mears Wodlore knife", only problem is that the Woodlore style knife is very expensive, and i dont now much about the Bravo 1.

what i like to know is if there are any knife makers in North America that make the woodlore style knife, or where i can get one for a good price. Or should i just settle for a Bark River Bravo 1.

As for other knives, im always welcome to what you may think would be a good knife in a similar style. not interest in anymore Mora's and i have a Fallkniven F1.

Thanks mates!
 
matthew,

I will be watching your question close, because I have the exact same question. Good luck in finding your new knife. I have been looking at the skookum bush tool that was mentioned above.
 
I'm on something of a constant search for the same type of blade. I haven't found any manufacturers that produce just what I'm looking for, and the woodore style are certainly pricey from the custom folks.

My mora 510 is probably the closest thing that I've got right now, but I'm not trying to make that as a recommendation to you! But since you've got some moras, you've probably already been to Ragweed Forge to see what Ragnar has in stock. There are many that are not quite the woodlore pattern but would still make a good woods blade.

The Helle storm has a pretty good set of reviews behind it:
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The Aito Puukko is also pretty tough looking, and is on my wish list:
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Aside from things like that, I think it's a tough hunt. I hear that Spyderco has a new bushcraft-style blade in the works, but I don't know the timetable for it. I also recall them mentioning using a stainless steel, which nixes it for me.

I think it might be worthwhile to approach some of the excellent knifemakers here at BF and see what they can do for you. From what I've seen, they'd almost certainly be cheaper than what a lot of folks charge.

Best of luck on your search! :thumbup:
 
Ever thought about just a mora style, one of the finnish or swedish models?

Or did you want something that worked and was nice to look at?
 
Wow you guys are fast.:D

I took a look at the Skookums line of knifes, i really like them, just the not 6months waiting time.

also does anyone have any opinion on the Bark river Bravo 1?

I have also come along the thread about the Spyderco Bushcraft knife, but like SpookyPistolero said, no idea about when they will be ready.

Fonly, i have looked at the Finnish and Swedish models many times, they are nice, but i find i like the Woodlore style knife better.

i did just come along this site, which i think may be an ok deal, much better priced then other knives with the same style.
http://www.firesteel.co.uk/JK%20Bushcrafter.htm
 
matthew krissak said:
i did just come along this site, which i think may be an ok deal, much better priced then other knives with the same style.
http://www.firesteel.co.uk/JK%20Bushcrafter.htm
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Thats the one I was thinking of!

I couldnt remember where but I knew I've seen a cheaper version of the "woodlore" style knife. I cant see there being any diffrence with this compared to any other woodlore style, aside from a name on the blade.:rolleyes:
 
chrisaloia said:
spyderco has a bushcraft knife coming out???????
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Yep. One pattern will be in 5160 (i think) with a Scandi grind, wood handles and a leather sheath. The other will be S90V with a full flat grind, carbon fiber hnadles and a Bolatron sheath. I can't wait:D.
 
Here is the Buck Vanguard in S30V. It's part of the special Alaskan Guide series made specially for Cabelas.

It's as good, if not better than many of the other 'bushcraft' knives for 'bushcraft', and unlike many of the others, it won't shred your wallet for a 1st class knife. It is only $95 for the rosewood handle and $90 for the synthetic rubber handle. It's cryo treated S30V and you'll have a hard time finding a better blade steel. The blade length is 4-1/8".

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Sporting a 4-1/8" drop-point blade crafted of strong S30V steel, the Vanguard has a rosewood handle and a polished brass butt and guard. It also has a leather sheath. Available in a rubber handle Vanguard version with Cordura nylon sheath. Developed by Crucible Steel for the cutlery industry and known as the pinnacle of knife-making metals, S30V is comprised of metallic powders fused together under intense pressure and heat. It is then tempered under extremely high temperatures. This process is quickly followed by a cooling cycle in a cryogenic freezer. The resulting metal delivers the absolute finest combination of edge retention (45% greater than 420HC), flexibility and hardness (59-61 Rockwell) while remaining easy to sharpen with conventional stones. This steel also exhibits a high chromium content for oxidation resistance. For even greater corrosion resiliency each knife has been treated with a Titanium Aluminum Nitride coating. Our field testing and independent C.A.T.R.A. (Cutlery Allied Trade Research Association) tests prove these knives will outperform those crafted with other blade metals. Made in USA.
Overall length: 8-1/2".
Weight: 6.3 oz.
# Available: Rosewood handle Vanguard w/Leather sheath
# Rubber handle Vanguard w/Cordura nylon sheath
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I have a handful of bushcraft knives including a Stewart Marsh Bushcrafter (Ray Mears Woodlore clone). I find myself reaching for my Bark River Nebula or Aurora more and more. Reasonable price, time proven design, and solid performance sets them apart.
Currently my Nebula with a blaze orange G3 handle is in my day pack. I like the stainless steel for ease of care and the way Mike does the heat treatment it rivals the best tool steel for toughness and edge holding ability.

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I am curious about the spyderco BCK. One thing I have noticed as these trends come and go, the bushcraft trend will die out soon. Once people buy the knives, they have a sudden realization that you have to actually do work with one, and the high dollar thing keeps the knife in the box. I am sure trhe spyderco price point will be over $150. this makes me look elsewhere for a BCK.


I am more into Ontario TAK or RAt series than BRKT and other bushcrafters.
 
I know alot of people will say hey, "I use mine." I am sure you do but the majority will not. If you use a knife in the outdoors you are in the minority.
 
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