Ritter RSK Mk3

Buffalohump

Buffalohump

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Always been an admirer of the RSK from Doug but lately I've had a preference for fixed blades over folders.

So I'm considering the fixed blade version but I've learned not to jump in feet first without asking for opinions from people who use their knives.

Like you guys for instance! Anyone got anything to say about the Mk3. It looks like a pretty good deal for the dough.

These are my thoughts on the knife so far:

Handle design - looks very comfortable
Blade design - looks like it could do a lot of things well, and also its not to thick to be a good slicer, which is important to me as I like to use my knives to prepare food, which I do a lot more than chop wood.
Blade steel - I am a fan of S30V. I prefer it over carbon steel due to its stainless properties.
Blade finish - I find the stonewash finish to be very hardwearing and practical
Sheath - this is a bit of a question mark for me. Looks practical enough.

Of course, just looking at pics aint enough, so can I here some field reports on this blade, please?

Gracias
 
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One of the best utility fixed blades I have had the honor of testing. My uncle needed a good knife and I gave him the choice of everything I had in camp. He chose the Ritter. Even with the number of knives I have, I had to replace the Ritter. I just didn't feel comfortable without it.
 
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I'd give the Ritter MK3 a ++. I've had mine only a couple of months but I like it a lot. On the areas you mention:
Handle design - very comfortable in the hand
Blade design - excellent slicer, I have not chopped with it, I have other knives for chopping
Blade steel - I also like S30V, fairly easy to sharpen and holds an edge well
Sheath - I don't think much of the sheath. but it will do. I could always have one made if needed. The strap on mine is so tight, I can barely snap it over the handle, so I put some vaseline on it and snapped/unsnapped it about a 100 times, still no better. But not a big deal overall.
 
I'd love to own one of those, they look like really comfy blades. How thick and contoured is the handle, for those that own one?
 
I got one last year, I prefer the basic shape of the 151. The sheath could be a lot better, maybe something simple. I traded mine, but I still have my large and small Ritter folders. I'd like to see something about the size of the Ritter full size Grip, in a fixed blade, with a simple leather pouch sheath or kydex sheath. I would pick one up used if possible.
 
Hi Buffalohump I have one you can try before you buy if you would like.
e-mail me or you can give me a call.
Mine even has a Orange handle LOL Just the way a survival knife should LOL
tacklebreeden@yahoo.com or 402 300 0058
Bryan
 
Well, thanks for the offer... but I'm kinda in two minds now...

Been checking out the folder version.

It's a tough one. I really like the simplicity of the Mk3 but its hard to deny the utility of a folder. I always try to buy knives that can be carried under most circumstances.

The folder is also way cheaper than the fixed blade... which is a definite plus right now. ;)

I realise the fixed version can do things the folder cannot, but I am def. more likely to use the folder more often.

Like I said, tough one! :rolleyes:
 
Buffalohump you are welcome but if you change your mind, let me know I will be more than happy to let you try it out and see if you really want to spend the money one.

Take care,

Bryan
 
Here ya go, Doc.

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DOC-CANADA said:
Pictures!

Doc
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Thanks Bryan, I dropped you a mail.

Mark

sicily02 said:
Buffalohump you are welcome but if you change your mind, let me know I will be more than happy to let you try it out and see if you really want to spend the money one.

Take care,

Bryan
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Odd as it may sound, I much prefer the folder to the fixed blade:eek: The design does look functional and I can attest to that with the two Ritter folders I have, but the fixed blade just doesn't look right too me...nothing more than lack of appeal (to me). I'm postive that if it fits you well, it will perform; a lot of thought has gone into his folders and fixed blade...believe it or not, it just doesn't "turn me on":o

That's a great sheath with firesteel loop from Robert...I have a few of his sheaths and can highly recommend them!:thumbup:

ROCK6
 
Hey Rock,

Well, if you like it, I'm happy. I saw your folder collection in another thread and there are several there that I own or want to own.

I guess there's only one way to settle it though - get both :D

I think I'll start with the folder and see how that goes.

ROCK6 said:
Odd as it may sound, I much prefer the folder to the fixed blade:eek: The design does look functional and I can attest to that with the two Ritter folders I have, but the fixed blade just doesn't look right too me...nothing more than lack of appeal (to me). I'm postive that if it fits you well, it will perform; a lot of thought has gone into his folders and fixed blade...believe it or not, it just doesn't "turn me on":o

That's a great sheath with firesteel loop from Robert...I have a few of his sheaths and can highly recommend them!:thumbup:

ROCK6
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The Mk3 is a fine fine knife. My favorite fixed blade for sure. Nice blade dimensions & thickness. Lightweight enough that I don't mind carrying it all day.

It seems like comparing the Mk3 to the Mk1 is kind of like comparing a spoon to a fork. They kind of look similar, but they really have different functions. The solution, of course, is to just buy BOTH.

My Mk3's sheath fits well. No problems with the handle strap, though at first I did worry that I could cut the strap when removing/inserting the blade. Several years later - no problems.

A while back I'd asked Doug Ritter what all the connection points on the back of the sheath were for. He said they were to match a multitude of attachment systems. He pointed out that if they annoyed me it would be easy enough to cut the sewn threads and just remove them. Good point.

I still haven't removed them as I figure they offere lots of different packing options.
 
How is the G-10? BM's typically isn't all that grippy, but that looks like it has small raised ridges. I have a pet peeve about slick handles on fixed blades.
I love the looks of this knife, but kind of forgot about it. I see I'll be checking with Robert about a sheath if I buy one. Very nice.
 
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