If you could only own one ESEE blade...?

[jb4gators]

This is actually a trick question. Like eating only one Lay's potato chip. Everyone here knows you can't own just one ESEE knife.

 

[Longknife3]

I could't vote, no Junglas option
just one... go BIG!

 

[Parker]

My first was an RC4 but for whatever reason the cutout for the finger groove is too snug on my index finger.

I could get along nicely with only an RC-3. It's one of the best all-around knives I have ever used, works on everything from drywall to paint scraping to cardboard, rope, meat and wire.

For anyone in that thread about Tactical Izulas talking about penetration of meat - the knife goes right thru the top of a naptha can. Meat's not going to slow it down.

It's a great size for unobtrusive carry under any circumstances, out of the way until you need it. Rather handy as an urban problem solver as well as a woods-knife.

My preferred configuration is with a round pommel, no serrations, whatever the grey-ish handle slabs with the green liners are (though tan canvas micarta or G10 would work just as well)

I have never used the nylon backplate and likely never will. Mine is carried IWB with the clip thing around my belt. I may have another sheath made for it, but really have not seen the need yet (though want is a strong motivator)

 

[TrailWolf]

bump

 

[alsj727]

Love them all, HEST probably fits my hand better. RC6 and accesories a bit heavy. RC4 very balanced for me. Izula easy carry. Great products:thumbup:

 

[rc3mil]

Rc3 .

 

[tinwiskers]

I love my RC6 for camping or out of town use. for everything else I have to say the RC4 is the best all around RAT/ESEE knife. It's not too small and not so big that it scares people or cumbersome to carry

 

[Calebklyne]

i gotta say rc4 as it is the most versatile blade in the line up

 

[savagesicslayer]

I use my Izula every day and love it to death but I picked my RC-4 because it's fill more roles in more situations.
But in truth I'd happily carry any of my 3 ESEE knives into anything.

 

[ScottyD]

I voted for the RC-4.

 

[nashcounty82]

RC-3 for sure. RC-4 is a bit to long and thick for some everyday tasks.

 

[carspidey]

just got my RC3 today... so i'd go with that...

my RC6 can handle more stuff, but it's a bit bulky... i'd say my RC3 would be a good choice... until i get my RC4

 

[FwdHO]

RC6 ftw - until my Junglas arrives

 

[KNIFEABILITY]

I am not sure, so many knives? Yeah Right the ESEE-6 without a doubt. The thing is you have to hold the 6 and use it a while to really appreciate it.

 

[hiwa]

Another 4 guy here. I sprung for two right away, no questions asked. Got a 6 for the bigger jobs if I need it. Considering going small now with a 3. I like the izula, but I want a small blade with a handle package.

 

[Birdkiller]

I just have a HEST but I love it. It's like having a ESEE 6 or ESEE 5 or even a 4 but easier to carry super strong and the added stuff is nice.

 

[Leaf Fan]

I own the 3, 4, and Izula. I find myself always reaching for the 3 when I leave the house and think I'm going to need something more than a small folder. I love them all, but the 3 seems to be my favourite (and it was my first RAT knife too, so there's some sentimental attachment - wow that sounded good in my head, but now that I read it I realize I just said I had feelings for a knife..... )

 

[TrailWolf]

bumpin this up for all you new addicts!!!

At the mods - is it possible to change the "RAT Cutlery" to "ESEE" ?

 

[gundude73]

you can change the title by clicking "edit" then "go advanced" from there you can edit the title. :thumbup:

 

[TrailWolf]

you can change the title by clicking "edit" then "go advanced" from there you can edit the title. :thumbup:

Appreciate the heads-up on that and fixed it, but was more thinking the poll choices...