What is the most ergonomic fixed blade handle? 🤔

[Steely_Gunz]

I find anything hand spun by Andy Roy of Fiddleback Forge to feel like a warm handshake. I have never felt a grip so perfect for my mitts.

 

[Slice O Life]

If I am being honest with myself, a standard Mora Companion.

What makes you say this, any particular reasons?

 

[Slice O Life]

Any favorite amongst these or does it depend on the day?

 

[whereismyknife]

In terms of ergonomics, the extrema ratio is very good. Unfortunately unreasonably expensive.

 

[MolokaiRider]

What makes you say this, any particular reasons?

I guess it's due to the Companion being so light, having a comfortable rubber grip, that allows me to use it for long periods of time with no blistering.

Sometimes when camping, I will sit quietly and whittle on stuff for hours. I do this to become acquainted with my knife, and also for relaxation.

Out of the many models I own, the basic Mora let's me work the longest.

Second is a Kellum Wolverine with a curly birch handle, but that wood is very grippy and eventually creates blisters.

Third is a Marttiini filet knife, likely due to its weight. When cutting up fish for three or four hours, the weight definitely becomes a factor.

A palm filling, neutral handle is just more comfortable in my hand.

I have an array of Joker knives that are also nice in hand, but again, that extra weight causes my hands to fatigue quicker.

 

[Ironbut]

The Bradfords work well for me.

And for some reason, although it doesn't look very ergonomic, so does this Fiddleback.

 

[Alberta Ed]

For best FB grip, Kraton -- CS SRK and Master Hunter, Benchmade Puukko 200. Traditional brass bolster Buck 110 fits my hand best in folders.

 

[HexY3co]

Walter Brend bowies have the best ergos I've ever felt. The wheeler shown above is quite similar with a Moran style to it. A well designed coffin has a great balanced feel also. Also notable is the handle on the falkniven MB excellent contours and size.

 

[carnifex knifeworks]

Carothers Performance Knives (CPK)

 

[Sagandavis]

Almost all CPK feel next level, UF2 and FK2 are my personal favorites. TRC has a few that really stand out for me too. XDP and classic freedom are two of my favorites

 

[oldmanwilly]

CPK deserves all of the praise they receive. I think it's worth noting that Sal Glesser and Fred Perrin put their heads together to make a spectacular handle on the Street Bowie. It just works.

 

[JParanee]

Any favorite amongst these or does it depend on the day?

Sam Lurquin’s Huark in a full handle knife is an incredible feel in the hand …….its a big little knife




for an edc this

for an edc its precise and as a defensive knife it facilitates Filipino grip and ice pick grip exceedingly well



For a chopper these were really good

confidence inspiring in the swing



These were an exercise in perfection

the handle was perfect for doing what a Bowie was meant to do

 

[w]

Up to this point, this is my most ergonomic.View attachment 2221595

 

[Wasty]

As I have medium sided hands, the Becker tweener handles are the most ergonomic for me. I can use my 17 for hours without an issue.



For larger Knives, Ontario's SP series rubber handles are very comfortable and secure.

 

[ferider]

A fixed blade handle is half the knife. You can’t judge comfort without knowing application. For example, these two are similar size and weight, one is well balanced for general propose/field duty, the other is front heavy and great for chopping. They have great handles, guard config, etc., for what they are made for:

The following two facilitate reverse grip. Not often needed in - say - a camp knife …. But camping is not everything.

Also, what kind of pommel do you need ? Etc.

Hard to just pick one maker … CPK and Busse are generally very good if you have large hands, but think about what the knife is for, first.

Roland.

 

[irsh]

For me, use requirements dictate handle profile.
Bare-handed I prefer a more rounded grip, with gloves I like some "corner" in order to feel handle orientation.

 

[Mr. Tettnanger]

The Spyderco Bushcraft UK handle holds the most comfortable spot for me. I’ve tried hundreds of fixed blades and none were as comfortable.

 

[Slice O Life]

Sam Lurquin’s Huark in a full handle knife is an incredible feel in the hand …….its a big little knife




for an edc this

for an edc its precise and as a defensive knife it facilitates Filipino grip and ice pick grip exceedingly well



For a chopper these were really good

confidence inspiring in the swing



These were an exercise in perfection

the handle was perfect for doing what a Bowie was meant to do

I think the swell in the handle makes for great ergonomics as well.

 

[Slice O Life]

A fixed blade handle is half the knife. You can’t judge comfort without knowing application. For example, these two are similar size and weight, one is well balanced for general propose/field duty, the other is front heavy and great for chopping. They have great handles, guard config, etc., for what they are made for:

The following two facilitate reverse grip. Not often needed in - say - a camp knife …. But camping is not everything.

Also, what kind of pommel do you need ? Etc.

Hard to just pick one maker … CPK and Busse are generally very good if you have large hands, but think about what the knife is for, first.

Roland.

Wait a minute, I need a reason for the knife? I thought we were all crazy knife junkies!

 

[Slice O Life]

The Spyderco Bushcraft UK handle holds the most comfortable spot for me. I’ve tried hundreds of fixed blades amd none were as comfortable.

Wish that I still had one!

Spyderco Bushcraft G-10

Spyderco’s version of a bushcraft knife, designed in collaboration with Chris Claycombe and a website called bushcraftuk.com.

www.knivesandtools.com

Had to look this one up, was interested. Looks very much like a regular fixed blade, not like a spyderco at all. I do think it’s funny that they have to put a hole on fixed blades…