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I have each of these except for the SRK compact and Strongarm. Just haven't had a desire for the SRK compact, and don't really need the SRK but it makes a good loaner. The Strongarm has no draw for me, but so many people like it that it's hard to argue that it isn't a good knife. Just not for me.
Thinking Blade Utvikling A neat little knife. VG10 steel blade that is I think 3.6 inches with 2.9 inches of cutting edge. Pakkawood handle. Full tang, but tapered in thickness from center to end.
A Jaakaripukko 110 or 140mm from Varusteleka Both are very tough knives with comfortable rubber handles. Prices vary depending on which sheath you get if at all. Just under $100 with the Bolteron sheath, though you'll need an attachment or just use some 550 cord. Basic, rugged, functional. 110 or 140mm blade length, 80CRV2 steel.
A Terrava Skrama 240 or 200 also from Varusteleka if you want a big chopper. Large handle that you can choke up on for more fine work, or move your hand to the rear for more power chopping. The blade has two grinds, most is a 30 degree angle, but the closest two (ish) inches to the handle is a sharper angle. No true sheath for the $84 price, but it does friction fit into the plastic blade protector. It is a nearly perfect fit with a surplus British bayonet frog. I added a thumb strap to mine to make it more secure, but it is a tight fit in just the plastic as it grips the endges of the rubber handle.
Cold Steel SRK in SK5. Good all around basic knife with comfortable rubber handle.
Cold Steel SRK compact Same as the SRK but a bit shorter.
Gerber Strongarm 420HC blade, very tought, a lot of people love how durable it is and that it's not very expensive at all. Full MSRP is 99.99 so you'll normally find it for a lot less. It's the value favorite amongst the bushcrafter, beat your knife through a log crowd.
The Moras are the classic go to for the inexpensive knives for woods or work use where you don't want to spend a lot, as these seem to punch above their weight. I have a few because they are cheap and make great gifts. I gave one to my wife to use in the yard for whatever, from trimming plants to opening bags of soil and it's working great for her.
CRKT CEO D2 blade, compact pen style knife that is a flipper. Very smooth opening. Liner lock, and does loot a lot like a pen in your pocket.
Opinals. Non aggressive looking folding knife with a rotating collar for a lock. Wood handle. Light and easy to carry. Great for a food prep pocket knife.
Victorinox Swiss Army Knives. There are a lot of sub $100 optioons depending on the tools you want. I have had a Fieldmaster for a few years and I'm liking this mix.
Thinking Blade Utvikling A neat little knife. VG10 steel blade that is I think 3.6 inches with 2.9 inches of cutting edge. Pakkawood handle. Full tang, but tapered in thickness from center to end.
A Jaakaripukko 110 or 140mm from Varusteleka Both are very tough knives with comfortable rubber handles. Prices vary depending on which sheath you get if at all. Just under $100 with the Bolteron sheath, though you'll need an attachment or just use some 550 cord. Basic, rugged, functional. 110 or 140mm blade length, 80CRV2 steel.
A Terrava Skrama 240 or 200 also from Varusteleka if you want a big chopper. Large handle that you can choke up on for more fine work, or move your hand to the rear for more power chopping. The blade has two grinds, most is a 30 degree angle, but the closest two (ish) inches to the handle is a sharper angle. No true sheath for the $84 price, but it does friction fit into the plastic blade protector. It is a nearly perfect fit with a surplus British bayonet frog. I added a thumb strap to mine to make it more secure, but it is a tight fit in just the plastic as it grips the endges of the rubber handle.
Cold Steel SRK in SK5. Good all around basic knife with comfortable rubber handle.
Cold Steel SRK compact Same as the SRK but a bit shorter.
Gerber Strongarm 420HC blade, very tought, a lot of people love how durable it is and that it's not very expensive at all. Full MSRP is 99.99 so you'll normally find it for a lot less. It's the value favorite amongst the bushcrafter, beat your knife through a log crowd.
The Moras are the classic go to for the inexpensive knives for woods or work use where you don't want to spend a lot, as these seem to punch above their weight. I have a few because they are cheap and make great gifts. I gave one to my wife to use in the yard for whatever, from trimming plants to opening bags of soil and it's working great for her.
CRKT CEO D2 blade, compact pen style knife that is a flipper. Very smooth opening. Liner lock, and does loot a lot like a pen in your pocket.
Opinals. Non aggressive looking folding knife with a rotating collar for a lock. Wood handle. Light and easy to carry. Great for a food prep pocket knife.
Victorinox Swiss Army Knives. There are a lot of sub $100 optioons depending on the tools you want. I have had a Fieldmaster for a few years and I'm liking this mix.
