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Hello, I am new to knives, so I need a lot of help. I am looking for a single blade knife, around 2 3/4 inches long that is good for outdoor and camping use. I also do not want to spend more than around $45. I was thinking about the Spyderco Persistence, but I really have no idea. Any suggestions?
 
I think your question should eventually be better asked in "General Knife Discussion". Unless you are looking for a multitool or anything like that.

In your price range the Victorinox Trailmaster seems to be a good decision in any way - for coming back to the topic of this subforum :)
 
Are you set on a folder? I think a small fixed blade would be better for outdoor/camping use, and you can get an ESEE Izula for $45 if you shop around. The BK11 and BK14 are good too but slightly larger. If you want a folder, take a look at the ESEE Zancudo. The Kershaw Skyline is a good one too, but is a tad over 3".
 
For the ESEE Izula, Is it worth it to spend the $15 extra to get the handle?
 
GGD said:
For the ESEE Izula, Is it worth it to spend the $15 extra to get the handle?
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No! IMHO, the factory handles are not useful, nor is the choice of canvas a worthwhile investment. Save your pennies and get the TKC G10 scales in any of the color choices.

Orange with tan blade is my preferred combo...


 
I notice that these handles cost $35-50. I will not spend more than $60 for handle and knife combined. Do you have any other suggestions, and do you think the Izula is the best knife for my needs?
 
GGD said:
Hello, I am new to knives, so I need a lot of help. I am looking for a single blade knife, around 2 3/4 inches long that is good for outdoor and camping use. I also do not want to spend more than around $45. I was thinking about the Spyderco Persistence, but I really have no idea. Any suggestions?
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This thread should be moved to the Outdoor Equipment sub-forum. Or you should repost it there, as you'll get a lot more outdoor and camping input there, I think.

There are a lot of different ways to do this depending on your preference, where you camp and how you camp.

If you press hard into ultra-light techniques, you can get by with something as small as a Leatherman PS4 Squirt.

I like to have a knife for food prep and the ability to make wood shavings. I carry an Opinel #9. You can get both for well under your price limit.


Outdoor Carry by Pinnah, on Flickr

If you prefer to have a fixed blade with you, replace the Opinel with a Mora like the Companion HD.

Hope this helps.
 
GGD said:
For the ESEE Izula, Is it worth it to spend the $15 extra to get the handle?
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I actually really like the $15 micarta scales. The TKC G10 scales are nicer, but the micarta ones are still worth the money imho. I have Izulas with both and I alternate between them. Another option is the BK14 that has plastic scales available that fill the hand better.
 
BK14 is a great small fixed blade. There's also the BK24 in D2 steel I believe? Same knife but in D2. I have the zytel or whatever scales by K-bar and they're a major improvement over the skeleton handle it comes with.

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GGD said:
I notice that these handles cost $35-50. I will not spend more than $60 for handle and knife combined. Do you have any other suggestions, and do you think the Izula is the best knife for my needs?
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Ah I remember the days when I was unwilling to spend a lot on a knife. If I were you, I would get something a little more expensive and higher quality, that is, unless you can't afford it.
 
If you are looking for an inexpensive and decent fixed blade, I'd recommend to take a look at Mora Bushcraft series(it might be a little longer than 2 3/4 in, but definitely good price/performance ratio)

For folding knife, since we are in multitool forum, I'd strongly recommend a Victorinox Plain-edged 111mm Trekker(OHO blade, wood saw, can and bottle opener, screwdrivers, awl, everything relevant to camping is on this) or if you don't mind non-locking, a Victorinox farmer.
 
you could probably pick up the trailmaster or farmer depending on preference and a mora robust under $45 or around about that price that way you have 2 very good quality and inexpensive knives that are easy to sharpen and perform in the great outdoors.
 
comis said:
If you are looking for an inexpensive and decent fixed blade, I'd recommend to take a look at Mora Bushcraft series(it might be a little longer than 2 3/4 in, but definitely good price/performance ratio)

For folding knife, since we are in multitool forum, I'd strongly recommend a Victorinox Plain-edged 111mm Trekker(OHO blade, wood saw, can and bottle opener, screwdrivers, awl, everything relevant to camping is on this) or if you don't mind non-locking, a Victorinox farmer.
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+1:thumbup: on the first point, +1/2 :thumbup: on the other. After a season doing lots of outdoor stuff, I have become a huge fan of both Mora and OH Trekker. I don't set foot to yard or boonies without both. We part ways only on the blade. I believe the regular front first PS is just about ideal for use on fibrous stuff, such as vegetation, and is otherwise a lot more versatile than I would have thought. Vic does a good job on serrations. Although not my first choice for an EDC blade, if necessary I could easily live with it. Good old alox, but I believe the Swiss army made the right decision in 2008.
 
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