Your Favorite Neck knives

Joe Calton and Daniel Rohde both make a great neck knife (and both are forum members).

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Thin, lightweight, and very functional. Both put a lot of time and effort into their work. Many commercials neck knives are thick and heavy. These come in 2-3 oz. (with sheath)... are around .05"-.07" thick at the spine... and will cut like a laser. (And reasonably priced too).
 
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Just trying out this "neck" thing with a Survive Necker. The little sheath grabs pretty good but requires a teklock to attach to belt.

I just today tried some paracord and a break away connection. The idea of being trapped by the neck being unappealing. In a couple minutes I think it's not for me.

The lanyard adds some purchase but not much and makes a bigger bulge if neck wearing under a shirt. The sheath knife combo is light and wears easy in a pocket, maybe best way to carry.

She slices well on pepperoni, apples and makes sandwiches etc better than I thought it would.
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Wouldn't a spyderco dragonfly make a good neck knife? Light, versatile and no need for a big leather sheath.
 
Becker BK13 is another good one. Sheath retention is a big factor, but most neck size knives have a decent sheath from factory, or you can have some kydex done up if needed. I've seen kydex hangers done for a lot of the small Spydercos and they look very useful. If one did it right, from a distance it would read as a large pendant or medicine pouch (not to culturally appropriate, but you get the idea.
I think the main use case for a necker is when your pockets or belt are not ideal. Keeping in mind though that they often swing around a lot, and depending on weight can be uncomfortable, and if worn inside a shirt, you may find the carbon steel blades don't like it as much, depending on the heat and humidity.

I've found that my Izula was decent as a neck knife, but the advantage to having the neck cord was that I could easily drop it in a pocket, with the cord secured to a belt-loop (tac-tether style) for security and easy deployment, but I could change back easily if I felt the need to.

Another carry option is a baldric, or alternatively a Merch-harness, Basic a figure-8 shoulder holster. So it sits under your arm, rather than center. Lots of options, depending on what your main goal is.
 
BBuser said:
Just trying out this "neck" thing with a Survive Necker. The little sheath grabs pretty good but requires a teklock to attach to belt.

I just today tried some paracord and a break away connection. The idea of being trapped by the neck being unappealing. In a couple minutes I think it's not for me.

The lanyard adds some purchase but not much and makes a bigger bulge if neck wearing under a shirt. The sheath knife combo is light and wears easy in a pocket, maybe best way to carry.

She slices well on pepperoni, apples and makes sandwiches etc better than I thought it would.
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teklock large and small adds bulk. If I was going to try belt carry I would look into if a Spydergo G-clip would fit:

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Spartan Blades Enyo. Geometry is a little wonky but it's extremely robust and ergonomic. One of my favorite knives. Stays sharp as well with S35VN.
 
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Spartan Blades Enyo. Geometry is a little wonky but it's extremely robust and ergonomic. One of my favorite knives. Stays sharp as well with S35VN.
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The edge does need some thinning. The flat grind starts to low that it is very thick. Makes it a very strong knife. I still didn't like neck carry. It is thick and heavy. G-clip on the belt works great for an EDC though.

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Spartan Enyo


White River Backpacker


Freeman Knives Necker
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Esee Izula

You can find tons of pics

I have a ton more neckers but those are my favorites. They are in no particular order.
 
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Wearing my Emerson La Griffe around my neck right now! Not exactly a practical blade but it's a great backup/always there kind of knife. Kind of comforting...
 
I've had a few and they are a DDr Arclite witch I really liked but didn't really use it much. A Ray Kerk that I did carry and really liked a lot. A Kit carson F4 witch is a very cool little knife. I also used a AG Russell Bird and Trout as a necker for a short time. It's button lock sheath is very cool. I'd guess the smaller AG hunter one with the same sheath would even be better on the neck.
 
I really like the Hinderer flashpoint. It's pretty small but it has a great shape and blade. It carries well on the neck as it's so lightweight.
 
EK&T Companion, a really nice knife if you can find one. I bought one of the original's in S35VN and have never looked back....sold my TOPS and other neckers,
 
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I've had a few "neck" knives. Found that I don't like carrying them on my neck at all. If you want a small knife that be carried not around your neck the Bradford G3 is top notch.
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I agree with craytab. I've owned some nice neck kniveys, including a CRK Professional Soldier, but gave it away to a deployed soldier/ turned Forest Ranger/ turned Deputy Sheriff. Yes, it could be useful in an emergency but isn't quick to get to, and the breakaway lanyard might not break away, and it would NOT be multi-purpose.
So, Yeah, I like fixed blades...BUT...the only one that I've carried for more than one day is the Bradford Guardian3. It's carried in crossdraw fashion, horizontal carry on the belt, and has served me so very well on so many occasions. I always carry a folder also, but find myself going after the fixed blade as it seems to be more accessible.


 
Alan Folts Minimalist. Todd Wielinski True Saber N2. Daniel Rhode.

Or ask Nathan Carothers to make his next model a neck knife - I think there's a thread for that.
 
Since I have discovered the modern neck knife concept, I have liked it a lot. Neck carrying is very practical for many reasons but it has only (relatively) lately evolved into a specific concept. There are a lot of very successful concepts out there, the only problem is finding what suits you and your use in that tremendous offer. One of the main factors for living comfortably with a necker is its weight. And this is extremely specific to the person : too heavy, you're getting quickly tired of the knife, even if it performs great. Performance is paramount, too : too small / light, you're getting tired of it because it doesn't work so well at being a knife. Out of all the neckers I have acquired, here under are my favorites :



From bottom to top :

Fred Perrin Street Bowie skeletonized : amazing... a 4" + blade as a necker ! I'm a weight weenie (as far as neckers are concerned) but this is fabulous.
Fred Perrin Mini Bowie : even easier to carry and it masters all everyday small tasks with perfect ease.
Evans Knife and Tool Companion : not much additional weight, but comes with a substantial handle and a very strong blade. If your necker needs to stand up to some abuse, go for it !
A.G. Russell WoodsWalker : a very light knife with a very thin blade but a substantial handle to boot. Probably my N°1...
And... the ugly duckling ! The Cold Steel Sgian Dubh. Not the most convincing version of the mythical Sgian Dubh but a very successful design : light, handy, efficient and the best retaining action of all knives listed above.
And as this is a very important feature, I'll add that all the knives' sheathes above have satisfying retaining action. Satisfying enough to carry with confidence (although I do not advise to extend that confidence to mountainbiking or trampoline jumping...). The N°1 (by far) is the CS Sgian Dubh, closely matched by the A.G. WoodsWalker and the EKT Companion. The Fred Perrins are N°3 : reliable (never had a slip) but the snap feels soft.
 
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