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Anyone use a Marble's knife in the woods? I used to have a Woodcraft, but never got to really use it for outdoor chores. I'm curious about the durability of 52100 when chopping/splitting light pieces of kindling, shaving hardwood, etc.
 
I have a Marble's Fieldcraft that is the sharpest knife I own. The 52100 steel is superb and seems to be a bit more rust-resistant than a close cousin, 5100-B (a.k.a. Carbon ). Holds a great edge. This is a beefy, rugged knife that should hold up to hard use in the field.
 
Cant say for sure about making kindling etc, but sold one to a buckaroo/horse guide about a year back. He doesnt throw rotten eggs when he sees me. So I guess he was pleased

Also sold one to a hunter last spring that I talked to recently. Processd both an elk and a deer with the same blade and said it was still pretty dang sharp even yet.

Hope this bit of info helps. RGR
 
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I have both a new Woodcraft and Fieldcraft in the 521000. I don't think they can be beat!!!
I have used both of mine for light chopping and prying in very hard wood with no adverse effects.
Sharpen them on a piece of Silicon Carbide sandpaper with a leather or styrofoam backing to maintain the convex edge, then strop. Mine are among the sharpest knives I own.



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