Neck Knives VS folding knives

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buck110boy

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Hey everyone, I want to know if its worth carrying a neck knife over a folding knife. I do a lot of bushcraft but I also do EDC. I want to know if you guys think it would be worth carrying a neck knife with me or stick to a folding knife?

Thanks!

Buck110boy
 
In the woods or in the boat I carry a Mora around my neck. I find it much more convenient than a folding knife.

Outside of the city limits folding knives are backups.
 
I tried some neck knives several years ago when they were gaining popularity, but soon found out I don't like carrying them. I never felt comfortable with them, especially wearing or accessing them. I don't like a cord or a chain around my neck, and since I tuck my shirts, access was more hassle than it was worth. I find simply carrying a folder(s) is far more comfortable and convenient.

Jim
 
I find carrying a neck knife of any substance (i.e. one I would be likely to really use a lot in bushcraft) to be a bit of a hassle and annoying. Probably because I like a bushknife to be in the 4" range minimum. Usually a bit weighty for comfortable neck carry.

Carrying a neck knife can be a pain, especially with layers of clothes on. I've neck carried in summer and it can be OK, but I find I prefer a fixed blade on my belt or a folder in a pocket or on my belt. In winter I only carry a necker for backup and don't use it as a primary.

Some find a necker to be convenient. I have at times, but for the most part I end up using something more standard.
 
For me, they both have their place. If I am out in the shop, or just wearing a pair of sweatpants or shorts, the neck knife is my preferred choice. In jeans or slacks, 1 or 2 folders get the nod. For bushcraft specifically, it is usually a 4" - 5" fixed blade in a sheath on my belt. I also keep a Junglas strapped to my ATV. Actually, my neck knife may be carried in addition to any/all of the above :)
 
I have a neck knife (Izula) but I prefer to carry fixed blades on my belt. EDC is 3 folders, one or two fixed blades, and a BIC.
 
Its very personal, some can't stand it, some wouldn't do anything else. The thing is, most neck knives are not so good for bushcraft, skeleton handles and all that. However you can pull a "Cody" and neck carry a larger knife, like a mora.

the only way to know is to try, as you might have a certain tolerance, or it might only work under certain conditions for you.

Try to figure out when each system might be most advantageous to you, and give it a go. you can try with knives you have, or look into some cheap stuff to trial. The way it works for me is that the activity determines the knife, then the knife determines the carry. Most neck knives work well for pocket carry as well, so that is always a second option. For me its always the first choice. I have very few times that neck carry works as well as I thought it would. Its not magic, and has a heap of disadvantages, but to some they don't matter.
 
I don't carry neck knives. In the city I live in, they'd put me in the back of a cruiser real quick. What folders lack in capability, they make up for in subtlety and convenience. If I lived in a more wooded setting I'd likely carry neck knives, since I do like them after all.
 
The length of blade of any neck knife, I prefer to have in a folder.
Stout folders are just fine for all your "woodsy" needs that a knife that size is capable of.
When headed out into the woods I add a large fixed blade.

I have a few neck knives; never use them.
Brought a Ka-Bar D'Eskabar to the cabin when I went...ended up using the Military for about 8 hours of wood-working while others slept instead.

I guess if you're cleaning the guts out of animals, then a small fixed blade might be nice due to easier cleaning. :thumbup:
 
The whole neck knife thing does not work for me, too many odd looks and feels cumbersome, however I still like a small fixed blade in a leather pocket sheath, and a Swiss Army fits in the second small pocket, or whatever fits in it. A sheath by KSF does great, sometimes a little heavier, but I do not get a lot of stares. Have both, best of both worlds. And if too heavy feeling, I put the Sheath in a drawer and still carry the SA, but the small neck knife is not far away for other small cutting jobs.
 
Small fixed blade in the pocket during office hours. Carry it on the belt outside of office hours.

Although folding knives are cool. I've grown more and more fond of small fixed blades.
 
Folder all the way.
I tried to like the neck knife concept.
A small fixed blade is fine with me, but not around my neck.
 
I rarely carry a neck knife, though sometimes I do. If you ever have to run, jump, and etc. you will quickly regret having a neck knife. Black eyes, broken teeth, and etc. are the reward. Also, it usually takes two hands to put the knife away. That is not always optimal.
 
I don't know about you guys, but I wear my neck knives underneath my outermost or penultimate layer. Neckers are (usually) a backup for me; I always have something else clipped to or in my pocket.
 
Love the necker. But I really only like it when I have an untucked shirt tail. You just can't beat it for ease of access and convenience. You just have to remember to go light!
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