Take a look at Rigid's Bear Tracker Bowie; it's well made, comes with a pretty nice sheath, and has a 9 1/8" long 3/16" thick blade. This knife has more weight to it than the Bush Ranger ( a fine knife). They can be purchased new at Blow-Out Knives for $75. However, they are made from 420J2 stainless, which isn't that great at holding an edge, but is pretty corrosion resistent.
Please keep in mind that the best way to kill an animal with a knife is to hit the heart and lungs repeatedly, death from shock and blood loss is immediate. Slashing would make them really angry. A short spear as a walking stick migt be a better weapon.
Please keep in mind that the best way to kill an animal with a knife is to hit the heart and lungs repeatedly, death from shock and blood loss is immediate. Slashing would make them really angry. A short spear as a walking stick migt be a better weapon.
