Mini Canadian alternatives?

Foilist · Jan 30, 2009

I am exploring the idea of replacing my Mini Canadian with something of a similar size but pointier tip. I love having a pocket fixed blade, but I have come to realize that for such a knife a point would be more useful to me than a lot of belly.

I have looked at the other Bark River offerings, but I am curious to hear from folks who have used the Mini C and others firsthand.

Rupestris · Jan 30, 2009

I'm sure the folks at BRKT could knock the spine down so its flat, giving the mini a bit more point. Probably take some belly off too.

mtnfolk mike · Jan 30, 2009

i had a min-canadian a while back, but ended up parting with it... the tip definately could have been a little pontier... but i never saw it as a problem... i also have a mikro-canadian. it's one of my favorite EDC blades...

have you looked into the little creek...

jds1 · Jan 30, 2009

BRKT Little Creek. :thumbup:

Jeff

theonew · Jan 30, 2009

jds1 said:
BRKT Little Creek. :thumbup:

Jeff

+1, a decent amount of flat blade with a useful but modest amount of belly, sharp but sturdy point.

trldad · Jan 30, 2009

I have the little creek and the mini Canadian and I am leaning towards the Pro scalpel II. So many to choose from, so little money.

sicily02 · Jan 30, 2009

Have you thought a bout a custom little knife like what your are wanting. If you draw it up I would sure try to make it for you.
I just did this up for me to day for my little belt carry PSK. I did not put handles on this one.

Here is apic of my belt carry.

This little knife is just a smaller version of the knife I make called the pathfinder. LOL I have been calling this one the Baby Pathfinder to my wife Kathy.

Grampa · Jan 30, 2009

I would also recommend looking at the ProScalpel II = I think it will be darn close to what you're looking for. :thumbup:

Greybeard · Jan 30, 2009

Take a look at the A.G. Russell "Woodswalker". Less than $25.

Wandering_About · Jan 30, 2009

If you're willing to go custom, Bryan will definitely set you up with a great knife. He's even built a couple of my wild designs, so I'm sure he could tackle about anything you could come up with.

Stomper (JK Knives) has lately been making some great looking small knives as well.

You may also want to check out the RAT Cutlery Izula. Great knife. Plenty of blade, good point, and fits nicely in the pocket. You can also get them in tactical pink

texastonydobbs · Jan 30, 2009

my EDC set up,I love the Mini Canadian, for me it is perfect,guess you could try a mini northstar ?

sicily02 · Jan 30, 2009

Rocketbomb you do not have wild designs you have awesome wild designs LOL

Bryan

kgd · Jan 30, 2009

Bryan Breeden kat knife

JK - hiker's backup

Foilist · Jan 30, 2009

I like the look of the Little Creek and the Pro Scalpel; Mini CDN size but pointy.

MagicDot · Jan 30, 2009

I have the little creek. Its come in handy. It is little tho. Much smaller than I really realized looking at them online. I had to put a lanyard on it to really utilize the knife the way I do.

Foilist · Jan 31, 2009

The Little Creek looks slightly smaller than the Mini Canadian, yet it has a bit more blade.

I'm thinking more and more about the Pro scalpel, but I wish it were in A2. That Mini Tusk looks excellent too.

kunegos · Jan 31, 2009

The Imp is a similar size and stoutness but with less belly. May be worth a look.

Foilist · Jan 31, 2009

I thought the Imp was bigger; I'm sticking to the little ones for easy pocket carry (in an Adirondack sheath from KSF).

RescueRiley · Jan 31, 2009

only one choice for a blade in that size range as far as I'm concerned. JK E.W.O.K.

Foilist · Jan 31, 2009

THe EWOK may be a contender.

Also, what is the overall length of the Koster forum neck knife?