Side by side pics of the handyman & KE bushie needed

[Bmurray]

Can someone that has both please post up some pics and feedback for each of these knives. Thanks

 

[Warrior108]

Can someone that has both please post up some pics and feedback for each of these knives. Thanks

Pics from another thread and some discussion about them both as well as other knives. Is there any specific question you're looking to answer?

- Jerry

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1392612-If-the-KE-Bushie-and-Handyman-had-a-baby?highlight=hiking+buddy+handyman+baby

 

[Bmurray]

I'm considering one of these in 3/32". I had a keb but was 5/32" and didn't like the thick blade. I also had a wrapped handyman but need a thicker handle. Any suggestions would be great.

Also how tough is rosewood burl?

 

[Mistwalker]

I'm considering one of these in 3/32". I had a keb but was 5/32" and didn't like the thick blade. I also had a wrapped handyman but need a thicker handle. Any suggestions would be great.

Also how tough is rosewood burl?

Damn, I've been waiting to find the right KEB in tapered 5/32 for years. I finally had to just settle on tapered 1/8. I love the knife, but would love it more in 5/32

 

[Bmurray]

I know you like the thicker and I like the thinner blades. What do you think of those two I texted you?

 

[Mistwalker]

I like them both. Did my reply not come through on your end?

 

[Bmurray]

I like them both. Did my reply not come through on your end?

I've been laying down all afternoon and haven't checked my phone.

 

[Mistwalker]

LOL, well I've already typed it out once, and can't copy/paste from my text on a computer

 

[Bmurray]

Lol. My only concern is the rosewood on the keb. Not sure on the durability

 

[Marl71]

Those are both great models. Handymen in 3/32" are relatively common, but as far as I have seen KE bushies in 3/32" are pretty rare. If you want 3/32-like slicing geometry, it might be easier to find a KEB with 1/8" tapered tang and/or a high grind instead. Both models are comfortable in hand, but obviously the KEB is more hand-filling. Here is a picture I posted a few weeks ago that shows the difference in handle contours.



Hope that helps!

 

[Mistwalker]

They are both very excellent models. To me the best way to decide between the two is that the Handyman makes a better edc sized knife for most places, and is still very capable on day hikes and outings, even bushcraft in a pinch. It has a really comfortable handle. I have used my 3/32 handyman to demonstrate small knife techniques on more than one occasion to make a point. The KEB may be a little big for edc for some folks, but the longer blade comes in handy in food prep, and the fuller handle causes a bit less hand and wrist fatigue in long term whittling and carving use. There is just more tool to work with for wandering in the deep woods. But the only area where it has an advantage over the Kephart from my perspective is on a cutting board due to being guardless, and I prefer the Kephart for thrust into tough hides in a primitive living type bushcraft role anyway....but I also like to cook, and my first "bushcraft" knife was an old Sabatier paring knife I picked up in a resale shop thirty years ago. So not like I dislike the KEB.

As for the Handyman, I have had this one for over a year. It is 3/32 with a very thin taper and have worked it pretty hard at times. It's one of my favorite knives ever. It has been my companion on many outings. I doubt you will regret your choice in getting that one.