Survival Folder ?? Does it exist ? not a sak

neuron said:
Haha...that's the DPx "Mr. DP" logo. If it really bugs you, DPx is also releasing a limited edition "sterile" version without any logos/markings. :) Check out their website or the DPx subforum here for details.
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Truly off-topic question: what does DPx stand for?
 
The best survival knife is the one you have with you. The tough badass 8 ounce folder that claims to be the biggest and baddest can't save you if you don't have it on you.

I'd say the Ritter Grip is about as heavy duty you would need in a folder. What other tasks would you do with a folder that would be too tough for the Ritter?
 
I've always thought that the Emerson A-100 would make a great pocketknife for woods use.
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Queen mountain man. You can get a variety of handles, same (roughly) blade size as a Buck 110. Great knife in D2. Or you could get a Buck 110.
 
Try to find a Benchmade Rukus (discontinued...) or anything from Fallkniven
 
Mathieu85 said:
check out the "pohl force bravo one"...it's a fantastic and outstanding blade and I am really really happy with it. it sounds exactly like what you are looking for:

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D2 blade Stone-Washed Finish, Good thumb ramp, choil, Handle synthetic, super solid backlock.
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I second this recommendation. The Pohl Force Bravo One is excellent and very tough.
If you're interested, I made a video review about it that includes a short interview with the experienced designer Dietmar Pohl. You can watch this clip HERE.
 
Dagon said:
I second this recommendation. The Pohl Force Bravo One is excellent and very tough.
If you're interested, I made a video review about it that includes a short interview with the experienced designer Dietmar Pohl. You can watch this clip HERE.
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I've been watching your youtube reviews too much i think because I'm starting to hear your voice when i read your posts.
 
freedoom said:
I've been watching your youtube reviews too much i think because I'm starting to hear your voice when i read your posts.
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hahaha, same here! and it got even worse since I moved to the Netherlands (only for a year) and hear that nice but funny accent all the time...
 
I second the Benchmade Rukus. Its a very strong folder with the excellent Axis Lock and a very stout S30V blade in a very practical spear point shape that is great for all sorts of "bushcraft" uses. It is pretty heavy but the construction very robust and that means mass.
 
NirreBosse said:
It depends on the environment, but most quality folders will be a help in a survival situation, The big trick is to have it with you when something disasterous happens. So search in the range of knifes you like to EDC. This is the way to realy have it when needed. No need to have a knife so big its difficult to use among people.

For me a Delica is sturdy enough. I have used mine while moosehunting, mountaincamping, construktion work, foodpreparation, making campfire, to name a few areas it has worked. Its able to hold its VG-10 edge for a while and its possible to field sharpen and its light to carry and friendly enough to use almost everywere.

Bosse
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Best advice so far, and the truest advice. What you normally carry is what you are going to have with you when the time comes. There are probably some scenarios where you will have a choice/chance of getting your survival equipment, but I would bet that chances are you would not.

I have always wondered why people would take the time and trouble to carry a larger bag with them that has the assortment of items in it that people often describe here, and to include fixed blade knives. But after reading this thread and ruminating on it a bit, I see why. This is something I need to look into for myself!!:thumbup::)
 
^^^ those Cold Steel Bushman folders are inexpensive enough to buy 3 or 4 and have them in different places! That is a good suggestion as I had entirely forgotten about these. I think they would make excellent bushcraft folder's also.:thumbup::)
 
Chances are if the day comes my "survival" folder will be either a CS American Lawman or a Benchmade Griptilian, since one or the other will be in my pocket. Of course, I'll also likely have my Izula II hanging around my neck. Moreover, if I happen to be in my car when the zombies arrive or what have you, I'll have my bug out bag with me and add a Leatherman Wave, Camillus Pilot's knife, and Kershaw Storm....not to mention the Glock 19 on my hip and Kel Tec P32 in the BOB...
 
I would recommend a Spyderco Bob Lum Chinese, such as the one with Nishigun Carbon Fiber Handles:
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There are stronger locks out there such as in the pocket bushman, the framelock in the paramilitary, or the tri-ad locks (so I've heard), but if you're talking outdoor survival, you really should use a fixed blade or an axe. Folders can handle brute force but I suspect only to a certain point, and besides, something like the Bob Lum would make you be a little more careful and more ingenious so as not to break it. Just an opinion.

If it still seems too delicate for you, then I've heard good things about the Spyderco Paramilitary.

EDITED to add: I recall some flack about the Lum Chinese's handle shape - this may be a legitimate concern if you're not confident about holding it under slippery conditions (water, blood from field dressing and butchering animals, etc.). I like the handle, actually.
 
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how about the RAO. Wouldnt be too bad getting stuck with this. Will take care of a lot of jobs for you
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First thing that comes to mind for me is the Enzo folder, scandi ground with wood or carbon fiber scales. I know they use D2 but I think S30V and O1 are also available.

Second choice, spyderco GB.
 
Cold steel recon 1 clip point Bowie style. Tough lock up, and I've seen it used to baton through 2x4s lol. To me it looks like a pocket Bowie.
 
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