Looking for 5-6 inch fixed all round camp/hiking knife, weight is a concern.

[jeepin]

Benchmade CSKII sounds perfect for you, budget considered.

However, if you decide you want to spend a little bit more, I would strongly recommend the Scrapyard 511.

Nutnfancy thinks otherwise http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDYz4RZwWcM

 

[crom]

SOG seal pup elite, all you need in possibly the lightest package here.

 

[PatrickKnight]

Bang for your buck you really cant beat the offerings from ESEE. Could get a like new 6 for what you are looking to spend.

 

[Hadji Flip Me Over]

Nutnfancy thinks otherwise http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDYz4RZwWcM

Fair enough, but that video is four years old now. Many knife companies have upped their game since then and other companies (cold Steel, etc.) have had their fair share of lemons.

 

[ExplorerIII]

So many choices, I am sure any decision you make won't be a bad choice. I have to say, that when you pick up an ESEE 6 it is simply amazing how it feels in the hand. While a larger blade it feels smaller. Generally I agree with the overwhelming number of users related to practical bushcraft length and overall camp knife of less than 5". However, the ESEE is a definite exception. Great quality, proven track record, easy to maintain....many pluses.

 

[Cleaverfever]

buy my knife from the company i did, i strongly recomend you get my knife cause im told its best and better than yours. I say dont be so picky your not goin feel a couple ounces and they may be worth it if u really like the a particular knife