Need Folding Hunter Suggestions

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Walker

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I need some ideas about a new knife for deer hunting chores. I'd like it to have the following characteristics:

Folding;
Drop point, but with enough point to puncture skin;
Approx 3-inch blade;
Reasonable steel - AUS-8A or better;
Production, or otherwise inexpensive - $50 - $75.

Does something like this exist?

Walker
 
Another vote for the Ka-Bar Dozier, I think you will be pleasantly surprised at how much knife you get for so small an amount.
 
Quick response - thanks. And these are the ideas I was looking for.

The Dozier and the Monochrome look closest to my ideals of shape. How's the quality of their edge-holding and heat treatment?

Walker
 
Well, for $20, I figured if the Dozier/Ka-Bar doesn't hold an edge, I could always use it as a sinker for float fishing, so I ordered one. Thanks.

Walker
 
Walker said:
Well, for $20, I figured if the Dozier/Ka-Bar doesn't hold an edge, I could always use it as a sinker for float fishing, so I ordered one. Thanks.

Walker
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I think you will be happy, the factory edge was wicked sharp and the checkered grip is really good. That's the main reason I passed on the Benchmade Monochrome is that the all metal handles are to slick IMHO.

Otherwise it's a good knife.
 
Blade-tech is releasing a lightweight version of the professional hunter this month. Steel will be 440C. I love the design of this knife, as everyone here knows by now. ;) I am really excited at the prospect of an inexpensive version of the knife that I can use as a beater.
 
Yeah, I miss 440C, too. Tougher and more stain-resistant than most, and holds a pretty good edge.

Walker
 
440C has always been considered a 'premium' knife steel. It offers all the benefits of ATS34 154CM and competes with many of the D2 and A2 steels in the qualities it offers.

Many of the best knife makers still prefer it over all the newer ones that have taken the limelight in recent years. It has always been one of my faves for knife steel as well.

I have the Buck 110, and the old Schrade LB7 folding hunters and they are wonderful knives. I would say either of these would be a good choice but are not available in the drop point you are wanting. So really the only alternative is the Ka-Bar Dozier designed folder. Lots of bang for the buck and last time I saw an add for these they came in three blade offerings. I'd say go with that one. Bob Dozier carries one of these himself as his EDC knife. He posted this info on his own web site. http://www.dozierknives.com/cgi-bin/dozier-ikonboard/ikonboard.cgi?s=413bc4c7798affff;act=SF;f=1 To me this speaks volumes.
 
Buck 110 (In fact, it's actually called "Folding Hunter") ;) Another suggestion is the Spyderco Persian, which currerntly I am having my eyes on also.
 
I would consider a Buck 110 you could easily pick up a couple of them and still be under 75 bucks or if you want a more exotic steel, check out the offerings from the Buck Custom shop.
 
Buy 2 kabar-doziers...one for using and one for using...twice as nice for about $40 or less. Just my .02 ;)
 
Might want to check out the Buck Cross Lock, they are available in camo handles, with or without guthook. I believe the black handled models are discontinued, but the camo's are pretty cool looking too! :cool: :cool:
 
Walker said:
I need some ideas about a new knife for deer hunting chores. I'd like it to have the following characteristics:

Folding;
Drop point, but with enough point to puncture skin;
Approx 3-inch blade;
Reasonable steel - AUS-8A or better;
Production, or otherwise inexpensive - $50 - $75.

Does something like this exist?

Walker
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How about a Benchmade Griptilian or Mini-Griptilian?
 
I bought the Ka-Bar.

The Buck 110 isn't a drop point, and I would have ruled it out anyway, thinking it's 420, or at best 440A, neither of which I care for. Has something changed?

Walker
 
Walker said:
I bought the Ka-Bar.

The Buck 110 isn't a drop point, and I would have ruled it out anyway, thinking it's 420, or at best 440A, neither of which I care for. Has something changed?

Walker
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It's 420HC not just 420 and their heat treating is overseen by Paul Bose....I think it's pretty good compared to other 420 blades. I use my custom shop one a lot, and the blade holds up.
 
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