Hunting/Woods Knife...

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I am looking for a nice quality knife I can carry in the woods, use for skinning (deer and bigger) and things like that. I really doubt the knife would get much use beyond skining but I still like to have something on my hip when in the woods (I always have a folder in my pocket)

I was looking at a Randall Model 19 Bushmaster

But am also looking for other suggestions.

I want something of higher quality (handmade like Randall or others of that level and higher). I want something I can use which will take abuse and something I can possibly pass on to my kids one day.

Let me know what you think...
 
Before you press the button look at the Fallkniven TK series ... I use them for the same purpose and they're extraordinary.
 
I would recommend a 52100 EDC or 52100 hunter made by Bill Buxton. Best quality for the money, IMO. He also has a nice damascus hunter available on his site right now that I have been tempted to purchase, but have not. Bill will list in the makers for sale forum occasionally. That would be my choice for a great user.
 
Wouldnt I be a heathen if I used that Damascus Hunter???

Isnt that something thats supposed to be displayed, not used with blood and guys pouring all over it or cutting tree limbs?
 
I know this is not what most would call higher quality, but consider a Cold Steel Master Hunter. With the demise of the Camillus/Cold Steel relationship, the Master Hunter in 50100-B (the current version of Carbon V) is on its way to extintion. It is a really tough skining knife.
 
Wouldnt I be a heathen if I used that Damascus Hunter???

Isnt that something thats supposed to be displayed, not used with blood and guys pouring all over it or cutting tree limbs?
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I would think not. You pick the blade steel for your preferred use. Handforged damascus will take and hold an edge with the best of them. The razor sharp edge of properly forged damascus would be perfect for the skinning use you prefer. The one I refer to can be purchased for less than any Randall models. Any son or daughter that loves the outdoors and knives would gladly accept this on down the road, even used, I would think. I wouldn't mark damascus off my list. I think Randall has even made a few of their models with damascus? I imagine the cost of one of those would be rather salty?

Now, if chopping wood is going to be the main use, this may not be your knife of choice.

Good luck with your decision!

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Look into the Benchmade Drop Point Hunter in D2 (BM190). Excellent full flat ground blade, hardwood handle with great ergos, and a nice leather sheath. The blade is thin and light, which makes it great for processing game, but would be a poor chopper (if that's your thing). If you consider light to medium cutting duties is what you need in a "woods knife", then this may be the blade for you. Priced well too.
 
JYogi said:
Wouldnt I be a heathen if I used that Damascus Hunter???

Isnt that something thats supposed to be displayed, not used with blood and guys pouring all over it or cutting tree limbs?
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Oh, but of course.

Until the SHTF.

I guess we would hope to never have to use it for that, but are happy to know it is more than capable of the tasks.
 
JYogi said:
I want something of higher quality (handmade like Randall or others of that level and higher). I want something I can use which will take abuse and something I can possibly pass on to my kids one day.

Let me know what you think...
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While Randalls are nice, they're still production knives. Just really SLOOOWWW production knives. :D

If you want an heirloom, go custom. You won't regret it.
 
Go to a WalMart and handle a Buck Omni. It may not be exactly what you are looking for cost or 'quality' wise, but the ergonomics are wonderful.

It would be an inexpensive, sharp, knife that feels great in your hand.
 
For a good production knife, Bark River is hard to beat. They've got lots of great models with a gazillion handle options and a wicked sharp convex grind.

If you're willing to go custom, Scott from Razorback Knives makes some amazing outdoors tools. http://www.razorback-knives.com/
 
Just picked up a Randall Bushmaster from the 70's with a Stag handle and a compass in the handle. I am going to go with this for a while and see what direction I take it from there.

I am still looking at that knife by Buxton but just not sure if that really meets the needs as a all around Woods knife and hunting knife.
 
Thanks!
I ended up getting the Damascus Hunter from Bill (as well as a couple other knives from a couple other guys...) I have a buying problem haha.

canineforge said:
I would recommend a 52100 EDC or 52100 hunter made by Bill Buxton. Best quality for the money, IMO. He also has a nice damascus hunter available on his site right now that I have been tempted to purchase, but have not. Bill will list in the makers for sale forum occasionally. That would be my choice for a great user.
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I have used a Cold Steel Master Hunter in Carbon V for years, on deer and other game, hard to beat it. The things about it that I like are, easy to get blade very sharp, full flat grind with convex taper, good balance in hand, handle that DOESN'T slip when wet ! Watch out for newer ones that don't have Carbon V. my 0.02
 
My choice would be a CRK Sable IV. It's a great user, and when you're ready to retire it and/or hand it down to your kids, CRK has a very high quality, commonly used refurb service that restores the knife to showroom quality.

The Sable is at: http://www.chrisreeve.com/sable.htm
 
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