Can anyone recommend a good edc knife? I'm looking for a small fixed blade for general use. Preferably one with a 3 inch blade and a leather sheath. I don't really like to carry a folder in my pocket on a clip because I'm constantly putting things in and out of my pockets. Price isn't really an issue. Any other preferences would be that the steel it's made from would hold its edge fairly well, so I don't have to be constantly sharpening it.
Bumping with knife porn
>>28454324
Take a look at the Bradford Guardian 3.
On another note, I'm thinking about getting into widdling, do I just get a set made for it or should I just get a cheap beater to learn on?
>>28454324
CRK Nyala of course.
>>28454410
>>28454439
These both seem like good choices, thanks. Is there any real cons I can think of with carrying a fixed blade? This would be the first that I'd carry everyday.
I'm personally looking for something versatile, I don't really want it for defence (Canada), but I don't really want a pocket knife. I just want something for opening boxes or fighting off dogs if need be.
>>28454923
>Is there any real cons I can think of with carrying a fixed blade?
The only con is it's twice as long as a folder. But since you're not wanting pocket carry, this is not an issue.
Recent addition, Condor Moonshiner
Anyone know where I can find and buy a Boker Magnum Outdoor Cuisine II at? Would prefer one with a black handle but all is good, even buy one from someone on here.
i got a hoffman richter folder for Christmas. never been much of a knife guy, except box cutter for work.
gotta say, its not bad. i've used it several times already.
Mora. If you just need a no frills work knife, Mora.
>>28456489
i lol'd
really though why the mora hate?
>>28455869
Why the tape around the handle?
>>28456515
They're actually really good cheap knives, especially if you're into bushcraft or need a solid utility knife. Hultafors and Bahco also make good ones as well.
>>28456515
autists on /out/ who think a $15 skandi grind knife is the be all end all of survival tools and spending more is just a waste of money
autists on /out/ who can't appreciate the pros of a $15 skandi ground knife that punches well above it's weight class and can't conceal the asshurt when a good sharpening stone and a mora/opinel provides a sharper, more durable knife than whatever l33t oper8or knifu they've invested a lot of dollarydoos and personal identity into.
IE the battle of the meme knives.
Anyway, victorinox masterrace. Workchamp is best champ
>>28456666
What he said. Mora's are fine, but my fellow /out/ists either despise them or think they're the only knife you should own.
>>28457021
Hoagie and cake cutter.
>>28456558
Wood handle is pretty slick, Gorilla Tape feels better
I just ordered this, should be here this week
I really like the looks of it
>>28457004
I never thought anyone on /out/ was serious when they think either. I thought it was generally accepted that they're good light duty knives.
What do you guys do to stop the rusting on your knives? My nice little vicinox has been rusting up since I sharpened it, pic related. Also can somone give me a rough estimate on how old it is?
>>28458408
Try some CLP, it leaves a nice coating on metal
>>28458520
CLP? Please explain, new to knives and self sharpening
>>28458558
It's gun lube
It's a black can with yellow letters that say CLP. Gun stores have it. Walmart has it
Whats the practicality of edc a Short KA-BAR USMC in Canada.
Canada law does not restrict the size of a knife you can carry however carying a weapon is prohibited. So it has to be justifiable as a tool
I carry a Charles May knife as my EDC. Great craftsmanship, Had to wait 2 years for this one, did not have to pay a dime until the knife was done. Good holster. Made to my specification in every way. Steel I had done in D2, had orange and black g10 grips with black liners, mosaic pins, jimping for a thumb grip, done perfectly has good bit with out being too aggressive. I have only sharpened it once in two years and have skinned 5 deer with it as well as opened thousands of boxes and misc cutwork daily.
>>28458640
Thanks man, ill look it up, ausfailia fag so no fun stores to waltz into :'c
2nd pic
>>28458708
Or just keep it lightly oiled. Or just get a stainless steel knife
>>28458702
depends on where you are
if youre rural you can probably just open carry it on your belt. if youre urban you might want to conceal it
if a cop has to ask you about your knife you're probably doing something wrong anyway, but the standard response is
>tool
>"survival" tool
>this is the knife that fits my needs
>bla bla
practicality is limited for fixed blades IMO. unless you can carry it comfortable in a shoulder holster you might be better off with a robust folder that will fit in a pocket. folders with the wave feature will draw just as quickly as a fixed blade.
>>28458408
used motor oil works fine too. I use it on my oil stone and get good enough results
>>28454423
>widdling
>>28455923
Your only bet now is to keep checking ebay and/or find some knife forum(s) that has a wanted section and sign up there.
Yep, it sucks wanting something that's not made anymore. I've been looking for a none rape priced Ontario Bagwell Hell's Belle for over 3 years.
>>28458707
ugly machining lines?
confused as to why you didn't have him polish or satin it?
you basically waited two years for some dude to cnc you a knife? where the fuck is the handiwork there?
Bark River has some pretty nice little EDC blades.
Sadly I'm in CA so I can't carry one.
>>28458948
You can carry a 3" folder
>>28458948
they are shit though senpai
>>28458948
You can carry those in Canada I'm sure you can have them there.
>>28454439
shit taste my friend.
>>28455923
Why do you want one?
The Boker Magnum line isn't renowned for its quality.
Do you just like the design or do you want a folding chef's knife?
>>28459426
Design, like pocket knifes and it was in this really great Japanese film recently called the world of Kanako.
>>28458921
I think I saw a French and Russian site that has seem for 22plusish euro/pound and whatever Russia uses, but haven't gone on a computer too translate and see if they ship too the use or are even reliable. Also can't find a black handle one but that's fine.
>>28459276
you should just give me the techno.
>>28459609
your mind tricks don't work on me, Jedi.
>>28455869
Jesus dude get some grip tape, it's like $2 for a roll.
>>28458930
that's how a hand rubbed satin finish looks like
>>28459560
If you REALLY want it that bad, you could pay a knifemaker to regrind the widely available Outdoor Cuisine III model to match the blade shape of the II, and maybe swap out the handles to a darker material.
You'd have to live with the slot in the blade and it'll cost more than the knife itself if you don't DIY it, but you'll have your knife.
Good knife legal for Texas carry?
>>28460601
>>28460601
Idk, generally use a flip knife, or this boss boss like knife(best I could find) but 2 years ago switchblades where made legal but haven't bought one yet.
>>28460578
Thanks for the advice, pretty good idea, but I found two places too get them from, one most likely won't ship too the U.S. Because it's a in German eBay page and the other is some backpackers something camp supply website but have too have a medium price in cart amount too order so I'm probably gonna tell my friend that camps weekly too get some stuff off there and throw in that knife in his order and pay him back for the knife etc.
>>28460693
*Big Boss
Would love too find one more like the one in TPP but no luck.
How much did I cuck up with my first knife? Spyderco Endura 4.
> tfw already ruststains on the blade
>>28461006
how the fuck did you manage to get rust on vg10?
That aside, the endura is a very decent knife.
>>28461006
Every knofe I ever bought has been off eBay and most of them less then 10 bucks each(hell most of them not over 12), and never had a problem other then maybe having too tighten the handle up on one or two.
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i'll post this here instead of starting a fresh thread
looking for a EDC knife that'll last long time, hopefully my first and last one, so not worried about cash so long as it is reasonable (i.e. costs more for higher quality)
i went into a knife store in my town and checked out the different opening mechanisms, locks, yada yada. i found that i like flippers and frame locks
of course i could just get the kershaw leek, i'd pick the composite one with the d2 steel, but i figured i'd spend even more for quality since i'll hopefully keep this for a long time.
i landed on pic related, the Zero Tolerance Dmitry Sinkevich 0452CF. it's got a larger blade than the leek (4.1" vs 3"), apparently one of the best knife steels around (S35VN), and is also a flipper with a frame lock. it's slightly heavier (4.6 oz vs 3.1 oz) and longer closed (5.2" vs 4") but that seems like a reasonable tradeoff for a larger blade
i'm no knife expert so i'd like some advice, am i making any wrong assumptions here? is there anything i'm not considering? i like to spend my money on quality, so the extra $160 for the zt over the kershaw is worth it to me if i'm making a long-term investment in a good EDC. appreciate any advice or even pointing me to another flipper to research
>>2846206
bump for knife advice
here's a smaller version of the zt i was looking at, actually like this more than the carbon fiber. is 4.1" blade/5" closed too big for EDC?
>>28461006
Endura 4 is the shit man, I've been carrying mine for over 5 years. No rust at all and I wash this shit in the dishwasher.
anybody recommend a gud edc folding knife? preferably one with a small serrated section. I was using a cheap-o smith&wesson knife but I lost it.
>>28463517
Been using this for a while
>>28462062
ZT, Benchmade, Spyderco and Kershaw all make good quality knives that will last
Find the style you like with the features you want and run into the sunset with it
>>28462364
Fuck no man.
I carry that knife and love it.
Tried the bigger version, I have small hands so I wasn't able to use it well.
>>28461006
I miss mine :(
>>28461205
Knife fudd
>>28463656
I should also add Buck and CRKT to that list
>>28463637
looks neat-o.
I'm not a knife guy but I've learned that I don't like tanto tips
>>28463791
I'm not a fan of them either, but the price was right on it. They also make a drop point version of that knife if that tickles your fancy more
How is the esee 3 for edc?
>>28462062
If you really want a flipper zt has it.since like 99 percent of their knives are flippers.ypu could also look at kizer,they make a lot of flippers too.
Been looking at the Spyderco Dragonfly 2. Looks perfect in size and weight for me, anyone have any experience? Not sure if I should go with VG-10 or ZPD-189.
What do you guys use for sharpening?
>>28465736
>What do you guys use for sharpening?
Spyderco Sharpmaker
>>28465748
Ive never sharpened anything in my life. How easy is it to use? Can you get shave sharp with something like that?
>>28465871
>How easy is it to use?
Can you hold the knife straight? If so pretty easy
>Can you get shave sharp with something like that?
Pretty close
>>28465748
Same here because I'm a lazy bum.
>>28465871
It's fuckeasy to use (compared to a traditional whetstone), and with the supplied stones are more than adequate for getting a shaving-razor edge.
My only gripe is I wish it came with a pair of rougher stones for really jacked up edges. My s30v knife chips hardcore under hard use and it's a pain to get the edge nice again.
>>28465871
Very easy to use. You just have to be able to hold a knife straight while you slide it down the stone. The only con is that it isn't very efficient for super beat up edges since it doesn't have course stones, meaning if your knife is super dull, it'll take forever on the stock stones.
>>28466864
I've heard S30V performs well with a toothy edge. Try finishing on courser stones.
A cheap way to get some courser stones for the Sharpmaker without shelling out for the diamond or CBN rods would be to put sandpaper over the rods with some binder clips and strop the knife over the rods.
I've also heard of people using Congress Tool triangular rods, though they may not fit very well into the base without some modding.
