Ok so I don't do these that often, and I know it gets old...

J_Curd

J_Curd

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...but I need to pick your brains on what to buy...

I am looking for a fixed blade.

4-5in blade, preferrable 5in. No more than 5in, those are illegal in Texas.

Thin grips and profile like a RC-3. Preferrable no more in width, and the thickness isn't that crucial. It has to carry flat and easy.

Here's the biggie - a DROP DOWN LEATHER sheath...aka Ka-Bar USMC style...I want the pommel at or below my belt so I can wear it in front of my pocket.

I would prefer carbon steel - 1095, D2, etc.

$150 tops, but under $100 would be stellar.

Current leader is a RC-4 with a custom sheath...RC-5 is too thick/heavy.

Show em if ya got em!
 
I have an RC-4 and it's great. But if I were in your shoes I'd carefully consider a Swamp Rat Howling Rat LM. I have a couple and it's my favorite fixed blade in that size.

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You need to pre-order soon -- go to the Swamp Rat subforum for details.

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=721907
 
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UpChUcK said:
Is this sheath too high?
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Not when you can get it with the knife for $120...good find I appreciate it. This one is leading but I certainly would love more opinions.

The Swamp Rats look as thick as their bussekin. Lil too wide in the handle.
 
JThe Swamp Rats look as thick as their bussekin. Lil too wide in the handle.[/QUOTE said:
The blade is 3/16 and the handle is only slightly wider my RC-4, maybe by 1/16".
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I just moved here, forgive my ignorance! Hrm...the Shorty Ka-bar might be in the running again. I appreciate the info man, gives me alot more options!
 
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Why don't ya go with a full custom from JK Handmade knives in the makers section, can't go wrong with his knives. I've always babied my knives and when i got his i did the same until someone told me to beat on it. So i took it into the woods one day with a bud and we beat the snot out of it, and it was still able to shave somewhat and could cut paper. Just sayin :-)
 
If I am not mistaken the legal length is 5 1/2in at least here in my area. But the RAT (now ESEE) RC4 is an awesome knife, I love mine.
 
J, I;d avoid the shot kabar unless you know it fits your hand well. It does not fit my hand well at all. The grip is too narrow. I have to really squeeze it to get a good hold on it.

I'd stick with an RC4
 
J_Curd said:
...4-5in blade, preferrable 5in. No more than 5in, those are illegal in Texas...
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You may want to check this. You can exceed the 5 1/2" limit if "actor was own premises; was traveling; engaged in lawful hunting, fishing, or other sporting activity; security guard"

Unless you want to carry that bad boy around town, you can have one with you at home or in the woods.

Here is the text of the code

http://knife-expert.com/tx.txt

Personally, I carry an RC/ESEE 6 when I'm in the backcountry. Go with the 4 if you like it - they are great knives and there is a pretty good leather sheath combo at knivesshipfree.com
 
Get the biggest one you can find.
It's not like you'll be wandering down the Stemmons freeway waving it around. Or you might. :D
 
Ok so I got the RC-4. This is going to be my "two wheeler" knife... so it's gonna be hard to flail about on the Stemmons and not get ran over...no worries Mikey!

;)
 
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