What do you guys think about this knife

Cameron Duck said:
I would like a knife that looks good and (I know it sounds childish) a knife that looks a little bit intimidating. I'd like it to be able to be reliable when I go camping with my brother in laws (which isn't all too often). I also wouldn't mind handing it down to my son when it comes time for him to be having a knife. So essentially, it's gotta be sturdy, and stand the test of time and a good looking knife would be good but not essential.
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You will need to look at spending $200-400 US.

That other thing is like a prop for a teenager's room. It's worth less than the metal that made it.
 
gadgetgeek said:
You don't need a heap of money. While I'm not a fan of cold steel, they do a lot of stuff under 50$, and I'd buy that before a mystery blade. On the smaller size you have the Mora offerings, Condor has some decent stuff around 50$, You've also got ontario and ka-bar in that bracket, but if you could go a little higher a becker bk16 (about 75$) is very good value.

As to the knives you were looking at, they won't be any sort of folded, pattern-welded steel of a known origin. If there are layers, its due to poor steel manufacture and extra etching.
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My budget would be $0-100 around
 
  • Layers of Carbon Steel: 224 Layers
  • Steel: O1
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That does not make sense. "224 layers of O1 steel". I have no idea why one would wish to have layers of the same alloy. One uses layers in making pattern welded damascus steel, but you have to use more than one alloy to do it. Sounds "suitable for lawn enrichment" to me.

Run. Do not walk.

What "many great performing knives available for US $50" would you recommend?
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I would like to use this knife for chopping small to medium pieces of wood and also, to be honest, I think it looks really nice.
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A Becker Knife and Tool BK-5 can be had for about $50-$60. Won't look as fancy. But it is a fully satisfactory knife.
 
Since you are looking for a user, you could place a want-to-buy listing and see if anyone has an old beater they would part with, or just keep an eye out in the exchange to see if someone has something that strikes your fancy and is within your price range.
If you just look through threads on the outdoor skills sub, it will give you an idea of what other folks are using certain knives for, and what their experience is, then if you have specific questions, you can start your own thread to get more clarity. A lot of pics got taken out recently, but you should find some good descriptions, and get the pros/cons of a bunch of knives in that category.
 
gadgetgeek said:
Since you are looking for a user, you could place a want-to-buy listing and see if anyone has an old beater they would part with, or just keep an eye out in the exchange to see if someone has something that strikes your fancy and is within your price range.
If you just look through threads on the outdoor skills sub, it will give you an idea of what other folks are using certain knives for, and what their experience is, then if you have specific questions, you can start your own thread to get more clarity. A lot of pics got taken out recently, but you should find some good descriptions, and get the pros/cons of a bunch of knives in that category.
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That's a really good idea, thank you. There is just one problem, am I right in saying most of the users on here are from the US? Well I'm from Australia so shipping might be an issue.
 
Here is a place to begin.https://www.knifecenter.com/item/BU...de-black-phenolic-handle-black-leather-sheath It is $4 over but if that is an issue there are lots of others. At that website if you select fixed blades from $0 to $50 there are 43 pages to select from. Knifecenter is a good place to buy from.

In New Zealand "Svord" knives makes some from your price point on up. They are a great tool steel ( not stainless steel like the one I selected for you) and don't look as nicely finished but they perform as well as any . I'd imagine they are sold in Australia ( that is where you are, right? )

Best thing to do is decide what you want by the tasks you expect to need the knife for. Then the price comes next.

Good luck.

Joe
 
Cameron Duck said:
That's a really good idea, thank you. There is just one problem, am I right in saying most of the users on here are from the US? Well I'm from Australia so shipping might be an issue.
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I didn't realize that. There is a more geographically located forum with a very similar name which would be worth you joining as well as here. You'll also get some good local info on which "australian" brands really arn't. Svord are pretty good though.
 
Thank you everyone for the support and advice. I've come to the conclusion that I won't be buying from Pakistan and I will update you on how I go. Thanks again!
 
Great and you can for sure find a good working knife that is in your 0-100 range. It won't look fancy but for me form follows function so that has a higher value. There are some well versed Australians on this site so you should be able to also find some good advice about buy local vs. an import.
 
Could I please get your opinion on this knife guys?
Description
CN224085HC: Hudson Bay Camp Knife
Condor Tool & Knife

The Canadian Wilderness of the North made some of the toughest men in outdoor history. The Hudson Bay knife, a popular general camp knife of the 1800s, has also proven itself historically.

Specifications
  • Code: 60009
  • Stock : CTK240-8.5HC
  • Blade Length: 8.5"
  • Blade Thickness: 3/16"
  • Overall Length: 13"
  • Blade Material: 1075 High Carbon Steel
  • Blade Finish: Condor Classic
  • Sheath: Handcrafted Welted Leather
  • Weight: 1.28 lbs.
  • Made in El Salvador
https://www.knifecenter.com/item/CN...-classic-blade-hardwood-handle-leather-sheath
 
Handled it over a counter.
Had a rustic feel to it, and it's a massive pounder!
I do not doubt that it has overall, something of a dependable nature.
It's one of those knives that look the part with with buckskin getups.
Btw,
I believe kizlyar products are made available down under?
Perhaps you could Check them out over at your location.
 
Welcome to the forums Cameron. Condor makes a good, budget knife. Take a look at Kabar as well.

If you really plan on splitting a lot of wood, an axe is your best choice. Yes, you can baton with the knife above or most "camp" type knives, but if you plan on doing it all day, you can pick a better tool for the job.

Unfortunately, I don't know what options you have in Australia or the costs to ship something there.
 
Depends on what you are chopping. If its iron-bark..... it'll take the edge off anything. Even some of the other woods will do a number on 1095 like you are trying to cut flint. If it is just light stuff like lantana, then you might be better off with a cane knife, or an 18 inch latin pattern tramontina. Which corner of the country are you in, and what sort of bushwhacking are you planning?
 
Cameron Duck said:
Could I please get your opinion on this knife guys?
Description
CN224085HC: Hudson Bay Camp Knife
Condor Tool & Knife

The Canadian Wilderness of the North made some of the toughest men in outdoor history. The Hudson Bay knife, a popular general camp knife of the 1800s, has also proven itself historically.

Specifications
  • Code: 60009
  • Stock : CTK240-8.5HC
  • Blade Length: 8.5"
  • Blade Thickness: 3/16"
  • Overall Length: 13"
  • Blade Material: 1075 High Carbon Steel
  • Blade Finish: Condor Classic
  • Sheath: Handcrafted Welted Leather
  • Weight: 1.28 lbs.
  • Made in El Salvador
https://www.knifecenter.com/item/CN...-classic-blade-hardwood-handle-leather-sheath
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I have one. It's a fun knife to take into the woods and goof off with if you are car camping but it would never be the only knife I would take. It's one of those knives that is okay at doing everything but isn't great at anything. The blade length and handle are a little too short to make it a good chopper, and it's just to large and thick to excel at other tasks.

Going off of what you have asked about so far and your price range, here are a few you might want to check out.
https://www.knifecenter.com/item/CN...bon-steel-blade-walnut-handles-leather-sheath
https://www.knifecenter.com/item/SV...l-Blade-Brown-Hardwood-Handles-Leather-Sheath
https://www.knifecenter.com/item/BU...nting-knife-fixed-cocobola-dymondwood-handles
https://www.knifecenter.com/item/CN...ess-steel-blade-walnut-handles-leather-sheath
https://www.knifecenter.com/item/MN...r-hunter-fixed-blade-curly-birch-wood-handles
 
The fit and finish on the knife in the OP, as expected, are rather poor. Save your money

C Cameron Duck
I don't know what is available to you in Australia; but a BK7 or BK9 would be a great option for a user. No (poorly fit) stag handles, no spine serrations (sorry, but I've never been able to take Rambo knives seriously); just a well made tool intended to be used.
 
Yeah, Pakistan is a risky choice, unless you know specifically what you're getting. A knife with similar features to the one in the beginning of this thread generally does cost a bit more than $100. If you are willing to put your budget more around the $100-$150 line, I'd suggest you take a look at Boker as well. For an example:

https://www.knifecenter.com/item/BO...sh-blade-guayacan-wood-handles-leather-sheath
or
https://www.knifecenter.com/item/BO...-esculta-fixed-satin-plain-blade-stag-handles
 
I will say that I've got a few of what are likely to be Pakistan Damascus knives. Bought them on Amazon before I knew any better. It was a UK seller, which means nothing... the important part is that I still like the way they look. They aren't of a style that serves me any purpose - the decision to buy was purely based on aesthetics; so I wasn't disappointed.
 
The Mastiff said:
"So the knives are definitely made in Pakistan. I messaged the seller and he says he gets a new batch every 8 weeks. Does this suggest that even though they're from Pakistan, they're made with quality in mind not quantity?"

No, this confirms they are not worth the price of shipping. That is likely less than he is paying the maker for them. A couple of dollars.

Joe
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I recently heard that Pakistanis dying of starvation because they do not have quality knives to prepare a meal :D
 
Hi Cameron -

To get the look you are going for, and a knife that you can use and then pass down to your son, I would scout the for sale by individual fixed blade for sale forum here watching for a nice user Buck 124. You can find them for $100 if you watch, maybe cheaper.

The 124 has that look you are going for, it's made in the USA, and is a high quality piece backed by a great warranty.

I think the 124 is one of the classic styles.

Not a great chopper, however it will work as a knife just fine, and look great doing it. You'll be proud to show it off around the campfire.

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