Opinion on ESEE Knives?

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Hey guys, I was thinking about getting an ESEE knife. Does anyone have any experience with these knifes. I was thinking the ,4,5, or 6.

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My only complaint with my ESEE 4 is that the handle is a bit blocky. Other than that, I love the knife. Rowen does a great job on their 1095 heat treat.
 
I have 7. They are fantastic. The handles are simple but effective. There are indeed more ergonomic handles out there but despite the simple geometry of the handles (flat scales), ESEE has in fact come up with a very ergonomic flat handle shape...if that makes sense.

The blades and the steel can't be beat. I think the blade shape is best in the Izulas, the 3, 4, and the 5. I think the 6 drops too much and I prefer a straighter blade at the that length...which is why I have a Becker Combat Utility (BK7) filling that niche rather than the ESEE 6. YMMV.

ESEE makes a supurb product and I continue to be very impressed.
 
ESEE are the shiz-nit! You won't hear anything bad about them and that's for good reason. Quality and warranty are top notch.
 
Don't own any, but I have NEVER heard anything bad towards them in any way. Great durability, crazy warranty policy (in a good way), and good coatings/heat treat.

That being said, wait until you hear from those who have owned/used them, but that's just my $.02 coming from alot of lurking :D
 
I have an izula 2, 3,4 and lite machete. The 3 is my edc and favorite. The 4 is a bit thick for me. The lite machete is very comfortable and works great. Izula is great but thick for such a small knife, which may be a plus. Great company, great warranty. I favor the 3-mil, simply because I think the canvas micarta is the best of the scale options and like a black blade rather than desert tan. If you get one and don't like it, you will be able to sell it for minimal loss quickly, so you're not taking much risk by getting one and trying it out.
 
I have the 3, 5, Junglas and HEST. I have major issues with the handles being too small and slippery on the 3 and 4, and I wear medium sized gloves. The boattailed shape makes the grip slip upward as you're putting pressure on it and using the knife. The 5 is one of my alltime favorite knives, though it is huge. Know what you are getting into when you buy it. It's not just a 1 inch longer version of the ESEE 4, it's a whole different platform and it's built like a tank. They are all made out of some of the best high carbon steel in the industry with completely reliable heat treat and fit and finish. Their finish may be the most durable in the industry. They come shaving sharp out of the box. Great customer service as well.
 
ESEE knives are great from all I hear (don't own any). I'm sure you'll be happy with them.

I would say that they most closely compare to the Becker line of knives that KaBar offers. They are very similar in design, materials, and purpose. The main difference is that beckers usually are cheaper, but come with cheaper alternatives for handles (grivory plastic instead of micarta) and sheaths (GRN vs kydex).

Also, if you're interested in the ESEE 4, take a look at the new beckers that will fill the same size category.
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/904116-Tweenahs-New-Pictures-specs...

Good luck with whatever you do, because you can't go wrong with any of them :).
 
I got the 4 fairly recently, and I should have got an ESEE a long time ago. They have great micarta scales...for some reason some say the grip is uncomfortable, while I say it's one of the best out there.

Flat grind, Choil, thumb or spine 'grooves', awesome heat treat and micarta come standard. ESEE's are actually an awesome value IMO.

Get one you'll see. I think my next knife will be the 6 actually...
 
ESEE are designed by those who knows their junglecraft. Rowen's heat treatment and finishing is much better then similar type knives plus their sheath is better too imo.
 
The knives are really well made. The sheaths are some of the best in the business, and the extra accessories are not only useful but well designed.
I own at least one of everything they make, mostly alot more that just one. You can't go wrong with any of the knives or soft goods they make.

cricket
 
Let's see what do I think.... :confused:
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:thumbup: Overall fit and finish are very good. The steels hold up great and sharpen easily. If you have larger than average hands then the 4 and below might be a little small but useable in the handles. The 5 and up are great in my larger hands. I do not find them blocky as they fit my hands well. The kydex sheaths are fantastic and work perfectly. Accessories are great too. The customer service is top notch too. You end up dealing with people in charge (someone with an owner stake) instead of some mope who does not understand what you want.
 
ESEE is one of the best in the business. Any of the ones you talked about will be awesome but I would personally suggest the 5.
 
I have so many ESEE knives it's not even funny. Pretty much the only company I will buy knives from. Great people standing behind great products. No matter which knife you decide on, you will be happy with it.
 
I've got quite a few knives... Solingen, Buck, Boker, Ka-Bar, Fallkniven, Kershaw, Glock, Benchmade, Cold Steel, Ontario, and--best of all--ESEE (of which I have multiple copies of the Izula II, 3, 4, and 6). I've never found a PERFECT knife, but the ones I prefer most--the ones that come out of the box making me go "ooo-ooo-ooooo", that feel sooooo good in the hand, and that really perform are the ESEEs. Their sheaths are just icing on the cake, and I've never had to use their warranty (which is my preference), but everyone knows it's unmatched. For what I get from an ESEE, I'm perfectly happy not to spend more than about $110, but that's me.
 
Excellent general purpose knives. A jack of most trades with the best warranty in the business backed up by sue of the finest people.
 
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