it impossible to find a descent knife.

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It seems impossible for me to find a folding knife perfect for my trekk just by asking people and googling etc.

I need to buy a selection to try, which is what I was hoping to avoid to afford the other gear at better standards sooner.

But I think I need a recommendation of a selection of folders incorperating different builds and different materials.

Its Gotta last a year of possible daily processing/food prep and other trekking use, cutting cordage etc.

1 tank folder.
1 traditional.
1 lightweight/barebones
Etc
Etc
No less than d2 steel I would think.
No more than 4 inch blade.
Serations/part serations is probably best too.
Etc


Basically I need a selection of folding knives thatll optimise my knowledge of use of folders in general in the field
Nothing over £300 each


-Coping.
 
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Buck Large vantage Pro S30V highly corrosion resistant, holds an edge well, relatively light weight.
I would include a fixed blade something simple like a mora, and
not sure about a tank folder as I would prefer a tank fixed blade like a BK2 or something you could beat on a bit if needed. I just received a buck hoodlum which is a large fixed blade 10" blade, but relatively light weight and could be use as a light chopper, machete, and it even cooks your food for you (JK notched pot handle puller). Another large folder that has good reviews but I have not tested mine extensively is the CS folding Bushman, its pretty robust, came plenty sharp and locks up almost as if it were a fixed blade.
 
A folding knife for a trek is going to be used for the smaller tasks while your folding saw and hatchet do the harder work. I like the Spyderco Paramilitary 2 because it is solid, has good ergodynamics, and the blade is made from S30V which will do your job nicely.
If you want something more disposable get an Opinel instead. The steel isn't as good but it is still a solid knife and you can get a box full of them for what a Para2 will cost.
Have a great time!
 
Zero tolerance 030x series, its a little heavy but is a tank and will handle whatever you throw at it
 
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For a true "descent knife" the Spyderco Jumpmaster comes quickly to mind.
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Or try something from Sheffield, where the cutlery industry has been going downhill for decades.
 
Guys, the guy obviously just made a typo. He must have meant condescending in which case Microtech is the brand for you.
 
yeah' it seems as this is the question that digs deep into guys pockets. I tend to like spyderco, but I only have the PM2 and an Endura that is saber ground, I used to have a Delica from the 90s that was saber ground. I may buy an Endura or Delica in full flat grind soon, so I cant reccomend something I haven't used. My Paramilitary 2 has been with me non stop since I bought it though. Just buy some knives man, you can't go too wrong, but I will say that if you spend a little more, you will have a better experience
 
What happened to using naturally available materials?:confused: ;)

To be serious;

Descent or decent?

Last a year? Does that mean that you won't do any maintenance or sharpening or do you expect knives to fall apart in that time?
 
Fortunately in the uk your 10 miles from a road, everything wilds under threat, so I cant use 99% of natural resources to survive.

Itll have maintanance, well just kept sharp. But salt water corrosion is a risk, unless its resistant.
 
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I suggest you study the knife laws in your area/country before you make any decision on what type of knife to carry.
 
IMO, it is possible to find yourself a decent knife for your purposes. The difficulty lies in eliminating all the 'etc' from your criteria. That part is up to you and you alone...

Good luck, OP!
 
Assuming trail hiking;

If you know how to sharpen then really any knife that floats your boat would work. Most americans travel on trails for months at a time with nothing more then a SAK classic so it really doesn't matter IMO. Check out the thread below. He uses a fixed blade but I don't think he did anything with it that a SAK farmer couldn't do as well. I'll throw another recommendation for the PM2 though. It's my edc. Have fun! http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/718805-Pacific-Crest-Trail-thru-hike-this-summer
 
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