Talk me in or out of getting a Fallkniven F1 3G

[Joe58]

Fallkniven is one of the most underrated knife companies out there IMHO. Least here in the States. I have a few different folders, couple fixed blades, and they are all quality pieces. Just cause I wanted to check it out, I just got the Gentlemans Pocket knife. Very nice. Although at 4" closed, I'd of liked an option to put a clip on it even though it's not a one hand opener. Going to try the tec clip dealie on the bail.

Sorry I got off topic. My point was to give Fallkniven a positive recommend.

 

[jfk1110]

If the coin isn't an issue get it. I've owned many Fallkniven s over the years and they all are phenomenal, an have no complaints. Currently I have an H1 in vg-10, juni in 3G, an the volcano in laminated cobalt steel . I think 3 g is great. Holds an edge for longer than anything I've used and strops to a scalpel like edge. Also it isn't that tough to sharpen compared to other super stuff out now. I'd also suggest looking at the kolt in the cobalt steel. 3.5" blade and easy pocket carry. I like it (lam co) even better than 3 g because it's strops to laser like sharpness, sharpens easily and lasts almost as long as 3g. Good luck choosing and enjoy it when you get it.

 

[Mikael W]

Hello Eric (and Members), I have the same bug bear as thread starter: I want a F13Glm or F13g for utility first bushcraft second, but I am concerned about it being too brittle & chipping- you see I am in Australia where we mainly have very hard-wood trees. I tested the 3G waters with a U4 & was very dissapointed. It chipped whittling a spoon out of only wet, wild cane. Cost/sharpening time doesn't concern me, just want to know if VG10 has a tougher and more torque resistant edge than 3G does, where bushcraft tasks are concerned? NOTE, I have F1 in VG10 & edge is plenty tough down under if respected. So is 3G REALLY for slicing/ hunting as opposed to bushcraft where VG10 is befitting both, but better for bushcraft? Thanks in advance ;-)

Fällkniven knives has been used in Australia on Your hardwoods, for a long time without problems.
I know of models like the U2 and TK3, but also the fixed 3G versions used with good results.
I have no access to Australian wood, but use my U4 on African and South American hardwoods.
No problems!
Knots in Scandinavian wood can be just as difficult to cut as exotic hardwoods.
Not a problem unless the edge is too thin.

It would help with good pic's of the damaged edge.

Regards
Mikael