Marbles Woodcraft or Fieldcraft?

DaveH

DaveH

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Hi all,

I've been thinking about picking up a Woodcraft, maybe a Fieldcraft. Can anyone comment on their handling chracteristics?

Also I have a Blackjack Trailguide which I like alot. Is the feel pretty similar?

Thanks,
DaveH
 
The Fieldcraft comes close to my "if-I-could-have-only-one-knife" ideal. The blade is nearly 1/4" thick, with a convex edge, very sturdy, and extremely sharp. The 52100 steel holds an edge better than anything else in my experience, and won't rust as readily as some high carbon steels, probably due to its small chrome content. It will rust though if you don't keep it dry or oiled (I use BreakFree and have had no problems). The tang is very sturdy -- you can feel its heft -- and the continuous curve of the blade makes it a great slicer, while the fine upswept point is excellent for detail work. The Woodcraft is a bigger version; use the Fieldcraft for skinning game up to elk, and the Woodcraft for elk to walrus. The handle of the Fieldcraft may be too short for some hands (it's about 4" long), but on the other hand the overall size makes it easy to carry. The grind on some Marble's knives is occasionally off a bit, but these knives are ground by hand and they are designed to cut. The human touches just add to the character, IMHO. You won't go wrong with one of these. My current favorite Marble's is the Campcraft.
 
Ditto what Ed said. I have a Fieldcraft with the Cocobolo Carver handle. This is a much larger and more ergonomically designed handle than the standard configuration. You can get one from The Bowie Corporation at a great pice. I love mine. It is a cutting machine, wickedly sharp, and holds an edge very well.
 
Love my Campcraft. The size is just right for your average camping chores, as well as a bit of hunting and fishing.
 
Do all of these have the big aluminum butts on them? I really love the knives, but that big knot on the end turns me off. I would much rather have a curved stag handle with no but or one that was no bigger in diameter than the handle.

-Bart
 
They make them with different butt materials. On the bigger knives, the stag crown butts look pretty cool. There are some models that have no butts, which might appeal to you.

DPD.

[This message has been edited by DPD (edited 06-06-2001).]
 
I prefer the Fieldcraft due to it's size. I find the Woodcraft just a little to big. The Fieldcraft is actually closer in size to the original Woodcraft. The above posts are correct as well, the knives are cutting machines.

Bart, they also have a custom shop and will make you whatever it is you desire.
 
Thanka all for the replies. Sounds like Fieldcraft would probably be it.
As for intended use, it will sit in my sock drawer until I periodically feel the need to take it out and admire it.

My hunting for food usually consists of deciding between taco bell or a pizza place.
( Sorry to disapoint anyone
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DaveH
 
The Marbles knives are thinner and lighter than a Trailguide. Because they are thinner they cut better. The 52100 alloy gets very sharp.

If you want to avoid getting the but cap on the handle and like a bit more guard, take a look at the economical Game Getter varieties. Here's a link to the Bowie Corporation website that has a great selection of Marble's knives at great prices. Scroll down and take a look at the Cocobolo handled game getters.

http://www.marblesknives.com/
 
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