Overall width 3 vs 4

[bluefivespot]

I have done the search engine deal, and after 45 minutes plus can not find what I am looking for. If anyone has a picture of an ESEE-3 side by side with an ESEE-4 top view, that would be great. Trying to figure out the width difference, (I know the blade difference - 1/8" vs 3/16") of the blade and micarta handles together. Heck, barring that somebody just tell me about how much thicker the 4 is than the 3. Thanks in advance.

 

[link2derek]

The 3 and 4 use the same scales, so the difference in thickness is only due to the thicker blade stock on the 4.

Hope that helps.

 

[huntmol]

The 4 is much thicker than the 3.
I prefer the 3 (w/ TKC scales) because I like that it's light and maneuverable and can handle pretty much anything I throw at it.
The 4 is a great knife as well though, and no doubt is more capable when batoning, prying, etc.

Size Comparison ESEE 3 and ESEE 4

 

[bluefivespot]

thanks guys, that was exactly what I was looking for. Thinking about picking up a 4 to complement my 3, and was hoping it was a tad thicker, which it is. My 3 has the black blade, may switch up and get a 4 in the desert/tan color.