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I have decided to get the ESEE-4 for woods carry. It will be used for everything from cutting line to cleaning game. No wood cutting for this one. I am having trouble deciding on the strait edge or serrations. What would you guys recommend and why?


mlrs
 
it really depends on your preferences. i've never dressed game, but i would think that serrations would get in the way. some people like them for cutting cordage, but they aren't necessary. if you keep your blade sharp, it should cut line easily.

personally, i like a combo edge folder, but i pass on serrations for my fixed blades. honestly, i could probably be talked out of them on my folder too, but like i said, it's all about personal preference.
 
I'm in love with the ESEE serrations...they would be nothing but an asset to your 4.

highly reccomended.
 
I don't really care for serrations. If you are LEO or emergency responder of some kind then it is an asset for cutting webbing, seat belts, cordage. But in the woods on a day to day basis I see no reason for it. The biggest plus I can think of for our serrations is that they are very easy to sharpen. Just sharpen them along with the plain egd portion of the blade. No special round tool needed.
 
The question is a valid one, but it has been covered ad infinitum. Here's my standard response: A properly sharpened plain edge will do everything (and more) that a serrated edge will do. Unless what you do is cut rope all day every day.

Get the plain edge. (MHO, of course.)
 
Thanks for all of the input. I decided to go with the plain edge. If I need some serrations I have a Kershaw in the pocket to use.


mlrs
 
mlrs said:
Thanks for all of the input. I decided to go with the plain edge. If I need some serrations I have a Kershaw in the pocket to use.


mlrs
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Good choice :thumbup: I tried serrations and I consider ESEE's to be the best I have seen, but I think Mike summed it up. I only have them on my 5.
 
Plain or serrated depends on you.. If you're having trouble deciding already this forum or any other for that matter will vote plain... serrations are in the minority..

Myself they are a bother and absolutely can't stand them, they get in the way of actually using the whole knife as it was intended..

If you've ever used a serrated knife and have found its performance to be a non-issue, then by all means get the serrated..
 
I plan to get the 5, and I would consider it my Get outa Hell, Do all blade. For this reason I think I want serrations on it.

Does that reasoning seem to make sense to anybody else?

It wouldn't be for bushcraft. Strictly a Survival blade.
 
tersfeld said:
I plan to get the 5, and I would consider it my Get outa Hell, Do all blade. For this reason I think I want serrations on it.

Does that reasoning seem to make sense to anybody else?

It wouldn't be for bushcraft. Strictly a Survival blade.
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It does to me.

I currently use my knives at work to open/break down cardboard boxes and in an urban-type environment. I like the versatility of serrations....they can come in handy sometimes.

People always say 'keep your knife sharp and you won't have a problem'....well if your knife gets dulled or dinged or you you don't have the skills or tools to keep it super sharp serrations can come in handy.

I like them, they won't get in the way of batonning and make the blade more versatile. I'd do it....I actually have the 5 plain edge and plan to get it in serrated as well.
 
tersfeld said:
I plan to get the 5, and I would consider it my Get outa Hell, Do all blade. For this reason I think I want serrations on it.

Does that reasoning seem to make sense to anybody else?

It wouldn't be for bushcraft. Strictly a Survival blade.
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I can see what you are saying. If I was to have one knife I would probably get one with serrations. I plan on having the two knives with me plus I have a folding saw and a small Gerber hatchet in my bag as well. I think it is like some of the others said. A person has to think about it and decide what is right for them and what the knife will be used for.


mlrs
 
All my ESEE, where you have an option of serrated or plain, are plain except my most recent purchase of a 3-MIL in CP. I got the serrated edge on that along with the CP. I must say the ESEE serrations are impressive and easy to sharpen just at Mike Perrin said is his post. That beign said I love my 4 in plain and it is a great all around knife. I don't really think you would need serration on your 4 just a sharpener to keep it nice and sharp. Still like most things it is personal preference. Good luck with your selection.
 
I'd get the plain edge, and be sure to touch it up at the end of every day on a ceramic rod. :thumbup:
 
i just ordered a 6 with the serrated blade. since it's a longer edge there will still be enough blade to do anything. for a smaller knife like a 4 it would be better with the plane blade

my ZT350 has the serrated blade and i love it to death for the day to day junk.

i guess it all boils down to what you want and how your gonna use it
 
I have always felt that serrations were for the folks that just could not learn how to sharpen their knives. ;)
 
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