Lost EDC--need suggestions

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expwmbat

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So I just lost my EDC, a Kelgin/Orvis Bird & Trout model from the mid-90s. Sweet and simple little fixed blade that fit nicely in the pocket, even though it came with a belt sheath.

Any suggestions for a replacement? I'd like something with a similar blade shape and size, but maybe with a more pocket-friendly sheath. Simple and elegant is good--I lost the knife at the symphony, if that helps paint the picture.

Thanks!
Daniel
 
What do you think of the Kelgin Paula's Hunter for sale at AG Russell? They're marked Orvis too.

Have you seen the AG Russell Loveless Style Whittler? I don't know how small a knife would have to be to fit in your pants pocket, but these are smaller than a full-size hunter and very classy.

Bob Dozier makes some small fixed blade knife, as do many other custom makers.

-Bob
 
Thanks for the suggestions.

Probably would need to be under 2.5" blade/or under 7" over all length. And with a low/narrow profile shape and sheath.

Basically, I'm looking for a gentleman's knife, dressy/nice but useable, and I like having it be a fixed blade.

Daniel
 
Look at Gene Ingram's fixed blades. He makes several very nice, very classy pocket fixed blade knives.
http://geneingramknives.blademakers.com/
They're excellent quality, and very reasonably priced.

Some examples (these are pretty tiny, with overall lengths ranging from 4" to 6"):
pocket hippo
SLK pocketknife
elephant toenail
pocket shortcut
SLK II

He makes larger knives also, which you can see on his website. I just pulled out a couple that are clearly intended for pocket carry.

Hope this helps.
Alex.
 
Nice! I'd love to see these in person--look very nice and useable.

Both the SLK II and the #4 Drop Point fit the bill pretty well...Any experiences with these knives?

Daniel
 
I second Charles May knives. He makes a great little fixed blade pocket knife in three different blade styles. 6-3 /8 OAL. 135 bucks w/desert ironwood scales & sheath.

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Thanks, those Charles May knives are perfect as well.

Stupid question--besides being made by different people, what are the differences between the Greg Ingram knives and the Charles May? They both use D2, have many excellent designs, though some similar, and offer similar sheaths.

How is a guy supposed to choose between the two? Any experiences with either?

Cheers,
Daniel
 
Boozoo Chavis said:
I second Charles May knives. He makes a great little fixed blade pocket knife in three different blade styles. 6-3 /8 OAL. 135 bucks w/desert ironwood scales & sheath.
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Wow. That wharncliffe is beautiful... and the price ain't too shabby either.
 
expwmbat said:
Thanks, those Charles May knives are perfect as well.

Stupid question--besides being made by different people, what are the differences between the Greg Ingram knives and the Charles May? They both use D2, have many excellent designs, though some similar, and offer similar sheaths.

How is a guy supposed to choose between the two? Any experiences with either?

Cheers,
Daniel
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I have a Charlie May Fireant and a Lil' Bladie Mae, both in D2, and they are awesome. D2 is a tool steel that holds an edge a long time and is almost stainless, in fact many consider it a semi-stainless. I am going to eventually get a Bladie Mae.

I don't have any Gene Ingram knives but I have heard very good things about them. Also, David Winston makes some nice knives as well, although I don't personally have any experience with them either, I have only heard good things. He can be reached at: http://winstonknives.blademakers.com/ Hope this helps.
 
Check out the Dozier Straight Personal, available right away if you order from A.G. Russell. Fits right in the pocket if need be.

Also, Tom Krein makes a few smaller knives, the TK-1 is very popular and can fit just about anywhere. Here's a link to the one on his site, or check out his forum at USN - lots of good pics there.

TK-1
 
Have you picked a replacement knife? I was just wondering. If so, what did you choose?
 
Another vote for the BM210 or 211. Short, thick blade, with a low profile... comes with a decent slip in your pocket sheath.

OR, Fallkniven WM1 (a little bigger)

OR, Bark River Micro or Mini Canadian

Lot's of choices around $100
 
If you can handle a 3" blade, then the Scott Cook small Owyhee Hunter nicely bridges the gentlemen/sportsman gap. I never tire of looking at it.
 

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