Looking at a fixed blade...

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Hey guys.
Been looking at a fixed blade knife 3v steel on the smaller side 3.5 blade and micarta.

My problem is I have no idea why I want it.
I have zero need or use for a fixed blade, other than throwing it at a tree some years in the future.
 
Ya ... i do have a few fixed blades,
I just never carry them, this one has a sheath that sits on small of back which is tempting.
 
Maybe try a fixed blade in “lesser” materials first to see if you truly need one? 🤷🏻‍♂️

*edit..my bad, I didn’t see your previous post.
 
A decent EDC folder is really more of an afterthought for me. I've always carried a fixed blade as a primary. Well, since about 1980, anyway. Currently it's a .130" thin, 4-1/2" long, piece of S35VN, in the form of a White River Sendero Classic. I like this one so much for EDC that I bought a second one. YMMV
 
Three more notes after some more thinking about it:

1) It is my belief that we all would carry fixed blades instead or in addition to folders, if we wouldn't feel the need to hide our knives. They are so much more practical, easier to maintain and robust. Where for me, the most useful blade length is anywhere between 4 and 6". After you learn to ignore what people might feel about you carrying a knife, fixed blades become a lot of fun - they did for me.

2) People "EDC" tiny fixed blades <<4" BL in part to conceal them. If you look at the laws, however, while most states have no problem with you carrying a large fixed blade openly (even - say - CA), concealing a fixed blade is _very_ restricted. For example, here in WY, a very pro 2A state, you need a permit to carry any fixed blade concealed. Anything goes, as long as you carry it openly. For me, today, that's 5.5" blade length :)

3) BL is amazing in that it gives you access to many great custom makers, making fixed blades at higher quality and lower costs than equivalent production blades. Before you buy a production blade, I recommend to browse the Knife Maker Exchange forum for a few days. You won't regret it.

Roland.
 
I'm thinking of trying a small fixed out for scout carry. Mainly for comfort of carry than what people think about it.

My hang up is 3v or Aeb-l steel.
I'm leaning towards Aeb-l right now. I just like the look of the 3v knife better.
 
ferider said:
AEB-L is great, and so is 3V. If you want to do food prep with it too, I'd pick AEB-L.

In fact, I just bought a smaller AEB-L blade from Paul, a maker here. He has another very similar one up in the classifieds, might want to check it out: https://bladeforums.com/threads/12-bravo-in-aebl-with-ghost-jade-g10-and-kydex.1825480 His knives are indestructible, and very light for the stock that he uses.
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I really like the drop point from jjsmith jjsmith If I were to buy from a maker here.
The one you posted is a nice piece, yet a bit big for what I have in mind.

Thank you for your help !!
 
Like Dergyll Dergyll mentioned, Bradford was the first name I thought of. The Bradford 3 has a 3.5" blade with a 3" cutting edge. It comes in 3V or AEB-L and micarta scales.
 
gazz98 said:
Like Dergyll Dergyll mentioned, Bradford was the first name I thought of. The Bradford 3 has a 3.5" blade with a 3" cutting edge. It comes in 3V or AEB-L and micarta scales.
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That is what I'm looking at.
I've been unsure because the handle size is under 4 Inches.
 
Any folding knife is a poor substitute for any fixed blade knife, so it's an odd thing to read that someone has no real use for a fixed blade knife. I'm very grateful to live in a constitutional carry state.

The biggest reason why I carry a fixed blade knife is hygiene. I carry a fixed blade knife for food prep on the go, so there's no joint for food to get into. I would never use a folding knife for food prep. But, that's in civilisation. For the backcountry, I don't even bother bringing a folding knife other than my Victorinox Rambler (58 mm) penknife, for detail work. Fixed blade and hatchet/axe only.
 
fuyume said:
Any folding knife is a poor substitute for any fixed blade knife, so it's an odd thing to read that someone has no real use for a fixed blade knife. I'm very grateful to live in a constitutional carry state.

The biggest reason why I carry a fixed blade knife is hygiene. I carry a fixed blade knife for food prep on the go, so there's no joint for food to get into. I would never use a folding knife for food prep. But, that's in civilisation. For the backcountry, I don't even bother bringing a folding knife other than my Victorinox Rambler (58 mm) penknife, for detail work. Fixed blade and hatchet/axe only.
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That's fair.
I have a different perspective, I have no issues using my folder for food.
I have had no need for anything more than the folder in my pocket.
A fixed blade has just been uncomfortable for carry, folders haven't let me down.

I did buy the Bradford 3, I don't see myself using it much but I'm going to try.
I believe some of these preferences are developed by the user.
I see alot of people here really like sak,
I don't see them practical or useful.

I'll post a pic of this knife when it gets here for fun.
 
Here it is.
Looks good, I still think the handle could use another inch.
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We'll see if I actually carry it 🤔
 
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