What is the best folder for survival use?

I always have one of these with me. The SMF has seen the most use. It's not the best slicer of the bunch because it's so thick, but I trust it for hard use. The Sebbie is a slicing demon, but I want to get one with the Micarta inserts, the ti can get slippery. The mini Commander is an amazing little workhorse, really an underrated field knife. The delica is usually around my neck, it's so light and sharp, I always carry it. (Sorry for the big pic, I'm still learning the camera thing)
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Manix. The thing is a beast, and also happens to cut exceptionally well. Super-strong lock and great ergonomics. Tough G-10 scales.
 
Of all the big stuff folders I have handled the LW Harseys win hands down for a large survival folder.
 
Ming65 said:
A large locking SAK with a saw would do me - but I guess that's not in the spirit of the question, so from my collection
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I agree completely:thumbup: You would have two blades, a saw and a can opener among other usefull implements.
But if the thread is asking about single blade folders I would go with Spyderco Paramilitary.
 
how about a rat works model 1 folder? looks tough...

though my money would be on a simple bullet proof frame lock like the sebenza - thems tough!

bladite
 
I've always felt that the best "one knife", whatever the thecontrived circumstances behind the question, is going to be my Vic Mauser. It has 2 large (though non-locking) blades that handle different chores; plus it has the combo blade: saw, can and bottle opener, and straightslot screwdriver. On the back of the knife is a really well designed awl, long enough to be truly useful, as well as the corkscrew who's main function is to hold the tiny eyeglasses screwdriver. If you have only a single knife I think you'd be best served by a knife that can be used to make other implements while in the bush. While a large, locking blade is "sexier" and certainly stouter, it's also a lot less versatile.

The best option would be if somebody made a survival folder with the large, sturdy, locking blade AND the basic tools from an SAK.

In the spirit of the question, however, I'd go with my BM 9050 Auto. Not for the auto-opening fature; I'm actually faster with my BM 720. The 9050 has a larger blade that's better suited to use as a survival knife, and a better handle than the 720. Another excellent choice woujld be the SERE 2000, but I prefer the lock on the 9050, being left handed.
 
I think that the Buck 110 would be just fine.
It has been used my many folks in the wilderness for many years, so it has a proven track record.

But if I wanted to travel a little lighter, then my a Spyderco Endura or Pacific Salt.

Allen.
 
I rely on my Large Regular Sebenza for use as a survival folder, if need be. :D I have no doubts that my Sebbie can be put through hell and not let me down. I don't ever leave home without it.....:cool:
 
There's nothing like a good folder. My Dad baught me a Saber 3 and a 1/2 inch Barlow when I was 13 years old. It cost around $4 (In 1975). I sure wish I could find one today because that was the best "in the woods" pocket knife I ever had. I cut down trees as large as 2 inches with that little knife, and still cleaned fish it.
 
I can't believe no one has said a Swiss Army Knife. True, not the best knife, but in a survival situation, its hard to beat.
 
DirtDiver said:
I can't believe no one has said a Swiss Army Knife. True, not the best knife, but in a survival situation, its hard to beat.
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Plenty of people in this thread have been talking about Swiss Army Knives, but they abbreviate them as 'SAK.' :)

It's taken me a long time lurking around here to figure out what all the acronyms are. SAK was one that puzzled me for quite a while.

Now if I could just figure out what BOB stands for (in use in another thread)....

On a slightly related note, how come so many people love SAKs, but I don't see anyone talking about multitools such as a leatherman? True, you can't really put those in your pocket, but for a tool with a blade and multiple other functions, they're hard to beat. My leatherman Blast keeps finding its way into my pack for a reason.

Of course, I also carry a small Chris Reeve Sebbie and a Chris Reeve Mountaineer II, so it isn't like I use the multitool for any real hard-duty cutting chores.

OK, I now return this thread to it's original question ....
 
Bulgron,

BOB - Bug Out Bag, a backpack full of kit and supplies that you keep packed and accessable 24/7 which you also tear into and rip apart repeatedly every time you want to go camping. The creation of a BOB is highly addictive and generates never-ending threads as everyone looks to it's magical contents to dispell their fears about life, society, disaster etc.

Personally I now go with the "Kitpile" strategy. I have a BOC - Bug Out Closet where everything I own is piled up and in view 24/7 on several shelves organized in a haphazard manner that only I can decipher. In the event of an actual emergency I will lock myself in that closet. Mac
 
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