which type and style of knife

[davy]

Ladies and Gentlemen,
My name is Davy and I am a knife-aholic.

Now that we have that out of the way, I will give you some background information and ask my question.

I own several types and steels of knifes. I own Buck knives (most are 440 stainless), Schrade (I guess schrade steel), and countless other knives all made of stainless steel. I carry an Old Timer pocket knife everday. I am not that proficient with a knife sharpener. I have to really work at a knife to get it sharp. I am seriously looking into buying a good sharpener.

My question concerns custom knives. I am looking for a knife that is easy to sharpen, can hold an edge even after cutting through duck gizzards (I cleaned 24 in one setting last year, but it took several of my buddies knives to do the job), can skin several deer with one sharpening and can leap tall buildings with a single bound. Yes, I am looking for Superknife. I am not worried about looks, only its workability. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Davy
Have you told your kid how wonderful he/she is, today? If not, forget my question, you have something more important to do.

 

[Jay Maines]

Hi Davy,
Welcome to the Forums, with over 7000 members you should find lots of feed back to all your posts. I would say that you are looking for a small fixed blade skinner, with a drop point. A blade that will keep an edge through a lot of use, would have to be CPM 440-V, or 420-V. Both will give you great service, just keep the edge up with a diamond coated system, while you are useing the knife. In other words don't let it become dull.
As a custom make I might recommend that you visit my Web-site, and look closely at my # 12 Mini Skinner.
Best Regards,
Jay Maines
Sunrise River Custom Knives www.sunrisecustomknives.com

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[ARtsig1]

Davy, in case you are looking for a folder I would reccomend the Spyderco Wegner. These come in two sizes and have a drop point blade with plenty of belly. These are easy to sharpen and hold a good edge through several cuttings. There is a custom model made and Blade Tech has it. This knife is well built and very heavy duty. Excellent lockup.



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Art Sigmon
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me"
Php. 4:13

 

[TOMBSTONE]

THe first thing you should invest in is a Spyderco Sharpmaker 204,with no skill you can put a razors edge on a blade regardless of the steel type.AS far as the best steel I can only say from other peoples experience,as I very rarely put my knives to actual use, only a couple.Kurt Meerdink makes some nice custom small game and trout knives,at a reasonable price.I would say get to a knife shop or show that has production and custom knives,handle as many knives as ya can to see what best fits your needs.Chow,Ralph

 

[ARtsig1]

Ralph, I knew I forgot to say something. Now I know what it was, Sharpmaker! I agree , this is one of the best investments you can make. With a little practice you can put a razor edge on about any knife, add the diamond sleeves and you can do some serious blade work! I have been using mine for the past 3 years and would be lost without it.



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Art Sigmon
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me"
Php. 4:13

 

[Gollnick]

I have not tried the Sharpmaker 204. I hear good things about it.

Allow me to suggest the sharpener I use, the Gatco Edgemate system. I'm not saying it's the best thing since sliced bread (pun intended), or that it's better than the 204. I'll only say that I use it and get great results with it. It's very easy to learn and to use.

The 204 looks like a good choice for someone who may want to sharpen a knife out in the field since it doesn't require oil and it packs up into a neat bundle.

If you really want to learn about sharpening, The Razor's Edge has an interesting book on the subject.

A friend of mine was just relating to me the other day that his father dressed an entire deer with a Benchmade Nimravus Cub without sharpening.

Fortunately, Davy, you have web access. Most every maker and every manufacturer has a website these days. If you see something you're interested in, try using the search feature here at Bladeforums.com to see if there have been previous discussions about that maker or that model. And don't be afraid to ask here on Bladeforums.com.



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Chuck
Balisongs -- because it don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing!
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