Junglas or rodent 9

G

generallobster

Joined
Apr 7, 1999
Messages
514
Just curious which you would get. Both seem to be designed to do the same thing, almost the same size. Is there anything special about the rodent9 heat treat or steel that would make it perform better than the junglas to warrant the price difference?
 
I am considering the same purchase currently. I really like the Junglas but am intrigued by the Rodent 9 as a great looking option.
 
You can't go wrong with either.

For me, I would take the Rodent 9.

Higher end steel, Fantastic heat treat. You should get both better edge retention and performance from the steel. Scrapyard uses SR101 steel (their modified version of 51200, which incidentally is a great steel. Ball bearing steel, that a lot of custom makers really love for forging. The edge retention and ability to take a wicked edge and keep it, is one of it's really endearing features ). The handle scales are also better machined from a hand comfort standpoint


(The ESSE's are a great value, and have an absolutely top drawer warranty. The steel is 1095 which is a good, solid work horse steel).

Pick the one that appeals most to your eye, and wallet, and you will be happy.
 
Last edited:
Ask yourself this...Do you want a blade with a kydex sheath, molle back and absolutely NO QUESTIONS ASKED warranty or Do you want a blade with a tactical cardboard sheath, no molle back, Superior Steel and a lifetime warranty?
(Before any FANBOYS attack, I HAVE BOTH KNIVES IN QUESTION HERE)
My Junglas is my regular user and my R9 is on my BOB.
 
I got the junglas and it's good but I feel rodent is great as well if not better!
 
FWIW, when you order a Rodent 9 you can go to the Scrap Yard knfie co website and order a 10" sheath for $20 that wil fiit the rodent 9. I know they fit cause I did it. And the Bussekin warranty is as good as ESSE. So the question is are you willing to pay more for a better steel?
 
Junglas is perfect and will last forever or you get a new one if it doesn't. Ergonomics are perfect, the carry system is awesome, and the design of the blade itself is great for what it's intended to do (chop stuff).

I would never consider buying a Busse chopper unless the Junglas was taken off the market first. The economics are too straight-forward for me to argue with.

EDIT: Regarding DRodent's comment above, I think you're right but with one added caveat. It is a question of steel, but it's also a question of ergonomics. The Rodent 9 has a really weird handle that I don't like at all. But if you are comfortable with it, AND want to pay a premium for the higher-end steel, then go for the Rodent 9.
 
TooQuiet said:
Ask yourself this...Do you want a blade with a kydex sheath & molle back or superior steel?
.
Click to expand...

Fixed for simplicity.

Another plus to the rat is it will be more limited and worth more later down the road. Not the top concern when purchasing a user but no less a nice bonus.
 
another plus for the junglas is the fact that you can take the scales off easily for whatever reason (clean the blade, lash it to a pole to make a spear, change the scales, whatever...)
rodent has riveted scales that are difficult to take off and put on (can be done, but not very easy)


1095 will also do well in EXTREMELY cold weather.

to be honest, i've never used a rodent 9
but i have used my junglas ALOT and absolutely love it.

i'd trust my life with it (in that very unlikely scenario)
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top