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Cardinal Knife

Cardinal Knife

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My Dad collects Marble's knives and I got him one for xmas last year. I am starting to look for a fixed blade knife, nothing too big, maybe 4.5" blade, but I don't know what is made in the USA. Funds are a little tight this year and I kinda want to stay under $80 for a kinfe but want one that is of good quality, will retain it's value, and is made in the USA. How about Buck, Browning, Remington, Case..? I bought him a Classic series Marble's woodcraft last year. Am I correct in believing the Classic series MArble's blades are still USA made? Also it doesn't have to be new, and doesn't have to be a MArble's.
Thanks in advance
Chris
 
Yes, I believe the Marbles Classic fixed blades are still made in the US. Very good knives for the money.

All of the current Case knives are still made in the USA too. I've bought a couple recently, and the quality is pretty darned good.

Buck knives are a mixed bag. Many of their pocketknives are imported from China, and many are still made in the USA. Their fixed blades are an excellent idea, especially if you're on a budget. I'm especially fond of the black synthetic handle models - nearly indestructable - like the Special, Woodsman, and Pathfinder. Cabela's still sells the General too, for only $55.

Happy Shopping!
-Bob
 
I would check out Ragnars Ragweed Forge. His knives are within your budget. Very good quality, and good prices.
 
You should also give Bark River knives a look. The fit, finish, and quality are top notch - Their Classic Lite Hunter with a 4" blade is my favorite fixed blade knife. (If I'm not mistaken the owner of Bark River Knives used to run Marble's back when all their products were made in the USA.)
http://www.dlttradingcompany.com/index.php?cPath=24&osCsid=77e3ce82e9cc8c9c77fe2417b7d9fb00

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Should I be concerned about anything with this one? How do I know these are from where he says they are and not China.

#3520, The Örnen (Eagle) is a more traditional version. The handle is shaped more in the Saami tradition. The carbon steel blade is just under 4" and about .1" thick. The sheath swings from a thong in the fashion of the far North. The handle gives excellent control for the draw cuts favored when the hands are gloved or numbed with cold. It's about 4 1/4" long, and the knife is about 8 1/4" overall. $61.
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Ragweed Forge is a completely honest and dependable dealer who imports knives from the Scandanavian countries where they are made.

Karesuando knives are excellent gift-grade products because of the fine quality and more fancy, but natural, handle materials. They are in fact made in Finland, and I happen to own one personally.

The other brand you might also consider is Helle from Norway. Excellent build quality and beautiful materials. I also own one of these, and have given them as gifts in the past.
 
You will really kick yourself if you don't look at the many great knife styles made by Bark River knives. The guy in charge there, if I'm not mistaken, used to be a VP at Marbles back in the old days. He has a hundred styles with a zillion handle choices. They are very reasonable, fantastic steel, wicked sharp, fantastic sheaths, and lifetime no-argue warranty.
 
Chewy- I did check them out. I could look at them all night but they are out of my price range. I am gonna go back and look at them again now that you brought it back up. Maybe get one for myselfone day.
 
I could look at them all night but they are out of my price range.
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It is difficult to find new Bark River Knives for under $80, especially if you're looking for natural handle materials. There are some, but selection is very limited.

I'd also suggest looking in the "For Sale By Maker" section of the forums. There are frequently one-of-a-kind custom knives sold there for $80 or less.
 
Bob W said:
Ragweed Forge is a completely honest and dependable dealer who imports knives from the Scandanavian countries where they are made.

Karesuando knives are excellent gift-grade products because of the fine quality and more fancy, but natural, handle materials. They are in fact made in Finland, and I happen to own one personally.

The other brand you might also consider is Helle from Norway. Excellent build quality and beautiful materials. I also own one of these, and have given them as gifts in the past.
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Yeah! The Helle Jubuleum is the berries. I bought it in October. You can use these in the kitchen as well. I like the look of the Karesuando knives too. But what do I know, I'm just a knife nut.
 
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