How do you carry your belt knife when backpacking?

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mikeal

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I'd like to keep it on my belt, but the belt from the pack makes that impractical. I could keep it on the pack belt or straps, but I'd like to keep it on me. I usually carry a Landi MPS, but this would go for any small knife.

What do you guys do?
 
Use a dangler or other such low riding sheath. Keeps the pack belt from getting in the way. Also makes the knife easier to get to if you're wearing a longer coat/jacket.
 
I have been experimenting with an ideal myself with this problem. For instance, I like to carry a Multitool on my belt, but when wearing a pack with a wasit strap. It's a no go. So took a regular carabiner and put it through the loop on the sheath and clipped it on a belt loop. It just hangs low enough to that it doesn't get in the way. Now you can move it around on you or clip it on your pack.
For a belt knife, I think I might weave a drop loop out 550 cord just for it. I haven't had the chance to try that yet.
 
Right side, pants belt. I want that with me as an added layer when and if I need it. If it's on a pack, it will probably be out of reach when I need it most.
 
I never liked keeping my main knife on anything other than my belt. A pack, or waist kit can be layed down and lost, or forgotten about.
 
There is no sheath design that I like better than an in the front pocket sheath with a clip. It keeps it out of the way of the belt strap from pack. If I'm not carrying a pocket sheath I'll use the dangler that TF made for my Laconico project W or just strap it to the pack.
 
Dangler sheath for me :thumbup:

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Kind regards
Mick
 
+ 1 for the dangler / drop sheath.

I use a Spec-ops brand survival sheath. It keeps my knife handy and out of the way of my pack straps.

All the best,

- Mike
 
SouthernCross said:
Dangler sheath for me :thumbup

Kind regards
Mick
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Great pic Mick!

Worth a thousand words. :D

Belt drop sheath loop or dangler. :thumbup:


With a pack waist belt and the different body positions involves with active backpacking (squatting, reaching, bending, etc.), I find a comfortable ride and ready access are paramount.


I like the knife to be on my person at all times for emergencies and convenience.
That rules out a pack attachment (off at rest) and anything that interferes with that waist strap from the pack (close horizontal or vertical belt sheaths).

:)
 
I like the dangler too, they are on most of my scandis, and on the other knives i usually just add dangler via peice of scrap leather.

Also, the baldric is a good option, especially for multiple blades.
 
I put it into top lid pocket of my backpack.
When I arrive a site to stay overnight, I take it out and hang it
from a sling worn around my waist.

When I go climbing, I hang it from my climbing harness.
 
Dangler for me too :thumbup:

KSF sells these drop-loops that might work with your sheath:
http://www.knivesshipfree.com/Sharpshooter-Drop-Loop-Brown

Otherwise, people have used simple paracord loops, carabiners, or other homemade danglers. I'm having Josh K work on a Dangler for me that can be moved easily from sheath to sheath while letting the knife ride flat so it doesn't flop around :thumbup:.
 
I keep it attached vertically upside down on one of my pack's straps. I've thought about using a thigh rig, but the strap setup has worked well for me so far. It's out of the way enough where I don't notice it until I need it, and when I do need it, it's right there and instantly accessible.
 
Usually in my backpack, or if I have a small puukko (Roselli Grandfather or similar), in my jacket pocket. Rarely on my belt anyway; too inconvenient with a larger backpack with a waist belt.
 
One more vote for the dangler/drop sheath!

If you don't have a sheath like that, just make your own with a carabiner, like GEC suggested. Or, make your own dangler out of leather or paracord.

Here's an example of the carabiner setup:

I'm the guy on the left, you can see it on my right hip (blue carabiner):

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Here's a better shot, but I'm not wearing my pack:

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