Solid fixed blade "for the money"?

[Monofletch]

I am looking for a decent fixed blade without breaking the bank. It will take on camp chores and whatever our outdoor adventures throw at us. I already have a Mora Robust in the bin with the Coleman stove so I have that covered. My "go to" outdoors knife is a Blind Horse Bushcrafter in 01. I have some Paypal $$ and I'm looking for some "best buy" advice. UNDER $100

I have been looking at .....

D'ESKaBar
RAT 3
Ontario Afgan BS (not the 1/4" thick one)
Boker Plus Mosier fixed

add to my search list!

 

[357fan]

ESEE 4 or 6, depending on if you want lighter or more robust.

 

[CapitalizedLiving]

The Boker Mosier is a nice knife. Personally I'd go shopping here:

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/forumdisplay.php/754-For-Sale-Fixed-Blades

Lots of up and coming and part-time knifemakers sell their stuff here, there can be a lot of awesome deals and you'll get something unique and (sometimes, if you ask nicely) customized to your tastes.

 

[RABII]

Look at the Becker line as well, maybe a BK2 or something in the Tweener line.

 

[heavyfoldersarebest]

Becker!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BECKER!!!!!!!!! or maybe a Becker?

 

[whetrock]

The Becker BK 15 Trailing Point, would be my recommendation, it's sorta neo-traditional with it's modern finish and sheath, but is a pretty venerable blade profile.

 

[zeroed4x]

I've owned fixed blades my entire life, I want you to seriously consider these two bargain fix blade camp knives. Both really impressed me and I'm glad that I own them. The Schrade schf3n and the schf9. The Schf3n is a combat style fighting knife that will double as a lightweight camp knife any time. The SCHF9 is a thick recurve blade with a moderate amount of belly that can chop a tree down if needed.

 

[Monofletch]

Great. Keep them coming!

 

[HWF]

I like Beckers! :thumbup:

 

[Frisky]

You already have a couple of bushcraft knives. If you want a dedicated hunting knife to go with them, get a Buck Vanguard with the rubber handle for $50. Then, add a machete for brush clearing. You'll still be under $75.

Joe

 

[Monofletch]

That is right on the money Joe. I have been looking at the Buck Vanguard and the Omni. Also the Schrade USA Pro Hunter.

 

[SoCal_kid]

Owned and been impressed by both esee and Ontario. Also, everything I've ever seen come across a Becker blade on this forum has been conquered.

 

[TwinStick]

I like Beckers! :thumbup:

^^^ This !!! ^^^ :thumbup:

BK-9 or BK-10 to get you started !

 

[whora!?]

Becker Bk2 I love this knife to death

 

[Monofletch]

The Boker Mosier is a nice knife. Personally I'd go shopping here:

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/forumdisplay.php/754-For-Sale-Fixed-Blades

Lots of up and coming and part-time knifemakers sell their stuff here, there can be a lot of awesome deals and you'll get something unique and (sometimes, if you ask nicely) customized to your tastes.

Thanks a lot! I have been browsing these pages for hours!!! I have too sleep sometime!!

 

[CDKJudoka]

 

[jkwithawave]

Another echo....Becker!

 

[retzius]

Gerber Big Rock. It has taken everything I have dished out and it cost me a whopping $25.

 

[Mies]

I reckon a SOG Seal Team (Elite) will satisfy you.
Great blade and handle for a great price.

 

[MC Chan]

The Schrade looks a good bit like a Chris Reeve design. Schrade is now owned by a Chinese manufacturer, I'm not sure there is US manufacture anymore.

Svord Kiwi machete for larger camp knife chores.