Thoughts on a few knives

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fatcat55

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I became interested in knives over the past couple of months and have learned so much from this forum. Thanks for all the information.

I bought a few knives just to try some brands and models that I learned about on this forum and from various on-line knife retailers.

I was intrigued by the CS Bushman and Pocket Bushman and bought those as well as a CS Canadian Belt Knife. I also picked up the Buck Packlite and Smidgen and a Condor Rodan and Kabar Dozier folder.

Now I am not interested in high dollar knives or fancy steel(as you can tell) but I am just interested in having some quality knives(for their cost) that are practical or just plain fun.

Based on my limited experiences I have decided that I really enjoy the Bushman and the Packlite and the Kabar Dozier folder.

The folding bushman is more of a novelty than a practical knife in my opinion and I think the Rodan is a well made bargain but I really don't have a use for it.

The Kabar is my current EDC and the Bushman (althought I gave it to my 14 year old son) continues to be the most "fun" knife to use on any given outdoor outing.

Maybe I am missing something but I have had alot of fun with these knives and will continue to pick up inexpensive knives that look like fun even at the risk of being considered woefully ignorant of what many believe constitutes "good" knives.

Does anyone else enjoy a particular knive because it is fun or practical and not because of its pedigree or reputation?
 
Nothing wrong with what you are doing. Go for them as long as you can afford them. The lower priced ones have an appeal just like the others. And will pretty much do the same jobs, up to a point(no pun)
 
Indeed, nothing wrong with it. Different strokes for different folks. Some people take the knife collecting more seriously and do spend hundred and even thousands on knives. Good thing there is so much variety out there, something for everyone.

For me, I enjoy Spyderco, Kershaw, Benchmade, Zero Tolerance, Strider, CRK. I guess that makes me a collector, I buy American made knives whenever possible. I enjoy using the majority of my knives. I've used Gerber, CRKT, and other inexpensive brands, but then eventually moved up to the pricier stuff. No regrets here either. ;)
 
I love the Bushman. I got mine back when they were $15 and for that money, it may be the best deal in the entire knife market.
 
If you're looking for a nasty little fixed utility/fighting blade, it's hard to go wrong with a SOG Seal Pup Elite. It'll run you about $75, which isn't cheap in...well, really anyone's book.

I got one though, and I have to tell ya, she's a beaut'.
 
the pocket bushman is not that great as u see on youtube two of the biggest knife reviewers cutlerylover and nuttnfancy both owned one and it failed for both of them
 
I got a glock field knife for about $25. It sees more abuse than use, and it's alot of fun. I dig with it, throw it at stuff, stab stuff I think will damage it. Sharpens right back up. It's one tough SOB.
 
"...Does anyone else enjoy a particular knive because it is fun or practical and not because of its pedigree or reputation?..." - fatcat55

that's a great attitude when buying knives!
always on the look out for good affordable knives with great value for money.
 
Keep it up! Buy what you like, not what others say you should like. BTW, your current knives are all great, useable, and affordable: sounds like a Tri Fecta!
 
Nothing wrong with inexpensive knives. I have a CRKT M16 EDC that is a POS by all accounts. The liner lock came screwed up from the factory, its a huge pain to open and close, and it doesn't hold an edge that well.

But it was only 18 bucks, and I have cut anything and everything you can imagine with it, even metal. Batoned wood, dug holes with it, blister surgery, food prep, screwdriver, prybar etc etc. It sharpens easy, and even though I've hit it so hard the LAWKS lock failed, it went back together nicely.

In my opinion, although I really don't like it compared to my other knives...there is something freeing about a blade that you are not afraid to lose, scratch, or break.


-Freq
 
Byrd knives. Great value for money and unusual designs. For a little bit more: the Spyderco Tenacious and Percistence. All the above knives are made in China and use 8Cr13MoV steel.

Opinel. Cheap, but very functional. Also there is a lot of history! Victorinox or Wenger single blade folders with or without a locking mechanism. Inexpensive but excellent slicing abilities and well made.

Rafael
 
Case Sodbuster yellow handle in C.V. When I carry and use that I know it is all I really need. Comfortable to hold, and carry in the pocket.
Just lovely.
 
it's simple for myself buy what you like. i've had some hi-dollar knives that i gave away since they were a dissapointment. some of the byrds can hold their own with knives costing 4 times as much.
 
kozak6 said:
What keeps the Pocket Bushman from being a practical knife? Too big? Too thin?
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I found the pocket bushman to be sturdy and sharp but a bit too large for a folder,but that is only my opinion.

It is one impressive knife when it is open, that is for sure.

Thanks for all the positive feedback. I am looking at Byrd and the Svorn Peasant knives for possible future acquisitions. And one of these days I will have to try a Rough Rider or two.

Right now, my son has a Marble bolo machete awaiting his return from scout camp this afternoon.

We'll be checking it out and comparing it to my Ontario next week.

But, you never can tell. My tastes may be getting more expensive as I have been eyeing an Izula pretty closely the last week or so...I'll keep you posted.
 
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