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I am a loyal dog over at the yard. I want a rat so my dogs can have fun chasing it around:D. Which one should I get the Mini Uncle Mojo or the Ratweiler or something else?
 
For what is available right now I would definately go with the ratweiller.

Here is a pic of one next to a HRLM.

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The grip feels good in my hand. It is a full size knife so I don't know what you consider heavy or not, but it is easy to swing with out throwing your arm out if that is your concern. I'm sure Eric has the actual weight specs for it.
 
I've got a Scrap Yard Hook. I LOVE the res-c, too. You'll dig the Chopweiler. It has lots of grip variations that allow you to choke up extend the reach for chopping. Fantastic camp knife!

Welcome to the swamp!
 
I haven't had the opportunity to use a Chopweiler, but if it's anything like its predecessor then it is no less than legendary. :eek:

True story. :thumbup:
 
macgregor22 said:
I am a loyal dog over at the yard. I want a rat so my dogs can have fun chasing it around:D. Which one should I get the Mini Uncle Mojo or the Ratweiler or something else?
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my first big rat was the mojo. i LOVE it!!! but i have a chopweiler en route to my house via the mail... and the mojo will have a buddy to play with!! both are great knives!!! either is GREAT. the swamp produces the best.
 
Based on what is available, I have to get in line for "HIGHLY" recommending the Chopweiler. Don't miss out and Regret it later!!!

Hopefully, I will have mine in hand tomorrow.



The Desert Jack is LONG gone and hard to come by. A lot of recent buzz about it. Gorgeous knife, sleek lines and slender profile. But, I think the Ratmandu is a better user.

Recent releases worth seeking would be the Ratmandu (RMD) and Howling Rat Little Mischief (HRLM)

The RMD and HRLM both probably rank in my top 5 of all time from Swamp Rat.

Other GREAT ones to look for from the past would be the Camp Tramp, Bog Dog and Dog Skinner.

The Battle Rat is a great chopper, but similar to the Dogfather.

I honestly like the S6 and Yard Guard more than the M6 and Mini Uncle Mojo. The Res-C just has a better shape and balance than the M6 and Mini Uncle Mojo's handle (IMO). The M6 is VERY handle heavy to me.

The Chopweiler should have very nice balance and feel.

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In my opinion either would serve you well but the Ratweiler Chopper fits my hand better. The grip does look a little funny and most people that I have encountered have said something similar.....until they hold it ;) Once they handle it they are pleasantly surprised how comfortable it is.

Either way both knives will serve you well. Good luck in your decision

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I have the Mini Mojo and the Ratweiler Chopper. I like the feel of the Ratweiler better in the hand, so If I could only have one, it would be the Ratweiler. But, I'm glad I have the Mini Mojo as well. It is a little shorter and a little lighter. Well, OK, I like them both. Get one and enjoy.
 
I suggest jumping on a Chopweiler if you are in the market for a medium/large blade. Super sweet handle configuration on that one. It's a lot of knife in a relatively compact size. The drop-point is nicer than I thought. Also if you are looking for a similarly sized blade with a Res-C handle look for a Camp Tramp. It has a modified clip-point if that's your thing. There have been some new and users around on the exchange and that other auction site lately. It is a legend as well.

If you are in the market for a small EDC sized blade definitely get your hands on an HRLM if you like micarta or a Generation 1 Howling Rat if you want Res-C. They aren't that easy to find, but they do show up if you have patience.

I've been using my user HRLM for deer hunting this season and it is an incredible little package. Perfect size for dealing with the field dressing needs I run across. I've said this before, but with all the hype about the Busse SFNO, grab and HRLM and tell me it isn't a shrunken down carbon copy. It to has the stuff legends are made of.

No matter what you won't be dissapointed. Good luck in your search.
 
Regarding handle design, the Chopweiler looks like it has it right. You want a knife handle to swell in the direction your hand might slip, so that it's less tiring to hold onto it during prolonged use. A kitchen knife handle should swell towards the blade because chefs use them in a pushing-foward motion for chopping food (note, most kitchen knives don't and that makes them more tiring to use). A wood-chopping knife handle needs to swell toward the pommel to make it easier to grip onto when the centrifugal force of your arm swinging around is trying to pull the knife out of your hand. It also brings the centre of mass of the knife closer to your wrist so that it's less tiring to use in a wrist-snapping chopping motion, which is necessary in a smaller chopper like this.
 
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