Which fixed blade?

brawler1588 · Jul 31, 2015

I am looking for a decent fixed blade I can wear on my belt for hiking and walking in a woods camping etc. I have the bk9 but that's a beast to be on my hip I was thinking a kabar any other options please let me know your input. Also tanto or different style point. Thanks everyone

bocephus549 · Jul 31, 2015

Esee 6.

Insipid Moniker · Jul 31, 2015

Check out the BK15 or 16 if you dig Kabar.

Tachead01 · Jul 31, 2015

Esee Izula 2

PiercedBill · Jul 31, 2015

I really like my Helle GT

marcinek · Jul 31, 2015

brawler1588 said:
I am looking for a decent fixed blade I can wear on my belt for hiking and walking in a woods camping etc. I have the bk9 but that's a beast to be on my hip I was thinking a kabar any other options please let me know your input. Also tanto or different style point. Thanks everyone

Welcome. Any answer would be meaningless not knowing what you typically do with your knife while you are walking and hiking in the woods.

brawler1588 · Jul 31, 2015

Typically nothing I just would like to have one if I task came up. Would like it not to fall apart etc.

marcinek · Jul 31, 2015

brawler1588 said:
Typically nothing I just would like to have one if I task came up. Would like it not to fall apart etc.

OK...what's your budget and what kind of knives do you think look cool?

TrueBlade1 · Jul 31, 2015

I know I'm not going to be popular, but I really like the Schf42 from Schrade, It's 1095 high carbon steel, the handle is very comfortable and the fit and finish on this one is really nice. The leather sheath is of good quality. It's a good stout knife but not too heavy, perfect for walking around in the woods.

http://www.knivesplus.com/media/SC-F42.jpg

strategy9 · Jul 31, 2015

Insipid Moniker said:
Check out the BK15 or 16 if you dig Kabar.

+1 on the 15...

Insipid Moniker · Jul 31, 2015

TrueBlade1 said:
I know I'm not going to be popular, but I really like the Schf42 from Schrade, It's 1095 high carbon steel, the handle is very comfortable and the fit and finish on this one is really nice. The leather sheath is of good quality. It's a good stout knife but not too heavy, perfect for walking around in the woods.

http://www.knivesplus.com/media/SC-F42.jpg

It's also designed by Bladeforums very own Mistwalker. I'm sticking with my Becker recommendation, but the SCHF42 is a rock solid knife.

Velitrius · Jul 31, 2015

Nah... if you like Ka-Bar then look at the 1226, 1232 or the 1236.

Google 'em up and pick the size you like.

brawler1588 · Jul 31, 2015

marcinek said:
OK...what's your budget and what kind of knives do you think look cool?

So I would like to stay under $100 willing to spend a bit more if it's worth it. My collection on fixed isn't great but here is what I have

xICEMANx · Jul 31, 2015

Esee 4, Tops BOB, Becker Bk15,16,17. Lots of good choices. Depends on your budget really.

SALTY · Jul 31, 2015

The Becker "Tweeners" which are in between the big ones and the little ones - specifically, the BK-15, 16 and 17.

You already know the steel, already know the grip and already know the company. The 16 is sweet (get it?) but the 15 is my all around favorite.

codycash · Jul 31, 2015

Kabar MKI Navy, BK15,16 or 17, Cold Steel SRK? So many options!

TravisH · Jul 31, 2015

SALTY said:
The Becker "Tweeners" which are in between the big ones and the little ones - specifically, the BK-15, 16 and 17.

You already know the steel, already know the grip and already know the company. The 16 is sweet (get it?) but the 15 is my all around favorite.

:thumbup:

BK15 would be outstanding as a hiking/camp knife and, at ~$40, can't be beat!