Recommendation? Looking a medium-large fixed blade

Here are two I really like. Both very affordable. One made in the USA with a brilliant warranty, the other made in Sweden. I have owned both, they are excellent.........

ESEE-6

The ESEE-6 knives were designed as wilderness survival and tactical knives with superb cutting efficiency and multiple carry options. Except for knife only models, the ESEE-6 comes standard with a molded sheath. Optional MOLLE Backs and Pouches may be ordered.
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www.casstrom.com

No.10 SFK – Stylish Handle of Weather-Resistant Black Micarta.

The Casström No.10 SFK features a weather-resistant, stylish black micarta handle with a flat grind blade, complemented by a matching black Kydex sheath.
www.casstrom.com www.casstrom.com
 
since you said best bang for the buck...
this ruike in 14c28n is rather amazing, back when i got it pre covid it was like $50ish
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Hafta agree, the Ruike Jager is a great all-purpose blade, at a good price. The Civivi mentioned early in the thread should also be quite good. I have a couple of their knives, and quality is not something I worry about, as they're a division of WE Knives.

But, if you're just cutting small to medium stuff, and not batoning, you should look at the White River Sendero Classic. S35VN blade steel, and about the sliciest geometry one could ask for. I have two, one with green micarta, and one with black and maple Richlite. The Richlite handle will actually darken, and start to look like wood after a couple of years of use. John, the owner of White River, even asked me if I had had it re-handled in wood. It's a Jerry Fisk design, and becomes like a part of your hand when you use one every day. As a bonus, the leather sheath is outstanding. It AIN'T cheap, or even inexpensive, though.....
 
Drop bear said:
What I call the big 3.

Muela, Joker, Cuderman.

All Spanish makers that do good stainless steel knives. And quite a few good rustic ones.

The joker Nomad was really well recognised at one point as being a good knife.

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Thanks! Yeah based on my experience with my little Nieto folder in hollow grind 440c, I'm really impressed with the Spanish knives.
 
Drop bear said:
Mabye the civivi cloud peak?

I haven't played with it. So I don't know.

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I've eyed those.
(I love knife reviewers that obviously have no calluses on their hands).🤔

I'd buy either a Buck Vanguard or a White River Ursus instead.
 
Drop bear said:
The freereign slices quite well for that sort of knife. Which I think is due to the wide blade and that big secondary bevel.

I have that and the SRK. And the freereign slices a lot better.

Trying to think of something similar in a more rustic look.
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Which version of the SRK do you have? The SK5, San Mai, or 3V? I've read that the 3V is more of a chopper than a slicer.
 
katguy said:
If you think the Strong Arm is too thick, you won't like the Bark River Bravo 1. Maybe try the Bravo 1 LT instead. It is thinner, but still plenty tough.

If you don't like convex grinds, you won't like Bark River knives at all. I love them... they are easy to sharpen on a leather strop and with sand paper, but I understand why some people prefer V edges.

I think you would enjoy the Demko Free Reign. That's a great knife with a standard V-edge and is reasonably priced. Not too thick either.
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Thanks for the warning about the Bark Rivers! It's too bad because they make really nice looking pieces. Yeah the Demko is looking pretty good. I've been watching more review videos about it.
 
The Nieto Chaman is pretty nice, come in 4", 5.5" and 7.5" lengths.

This is the XXL/7.5" version. Not mine, just like them.

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FYI I just thought I would point you towards this deal in the sales area now.

JACKMANDU

Thread 'Esee Junglas, 6, 4'

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Junglas used not abused. TKC black Micarta scales. $ sold

6 HM striped with a vinager patina added. Tan canvas. Not used $ sold

Esee 4 with swedge new $ sold


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All three for $300 is an absolute bargain. With these you could tackle any outdoor challenge.
 
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