Best hunting knife

[mtwarden]

^ I've owned a lot of different Barkies over the years- always solid knives

I've also always liked the look of canvas micarta, just haven't owned one handled with it- yet

 

[Jlt1313]

I've tried a lot of hunting knives from fixed to disposable ones. It seems like I'm wanting more when it comes to the disposable ones as far as their ability to hold a blade. For the fixed-blade ones, I have to carry a sharpening stone which means more weight in my pack.

I do the same. Do you have any favorite model of knife you prefer using than others?

 

[insanelupus]

Waterway™ - Spyderco, Inc.

Waterway designer Lance Clinton is a lifelong knife enthusiast and professional kayak fisherman who has spent literally thousands of hours on the water, making his knowledge of hard-use marine knives unparalleled. Clinton’s vision for the Waterway wa...

www.spyderco.com

Wish I could find one of these in stock at a retailer. This design lay out looks pretty great for large game. Unfortunately, they haven't produced any in quite a while, that I am aware of at this time.

 

[Skeezer69]

For a while it’s been Havalon for me! Just like the no hassle of not having to sharpen.

 

[mtwarden]

Waterway™ - Spyderco, Inc.

Waterway designer Lance Clinton is a lifelong knife enthusiast and professional kayak fisherman who has spent literally thousands of hours on the water, making his knowledge of hard-use marine knives unparalleled. Clinton’s vision for the Waterway wa...

www.spyderco.com

Wish I could find one of these in stock at a retailer. This design lay out looks pretty great for large game. Unfortunately, they haven't produced any in quite a while, that I am aware of at this time.

yeah that's a nice design that would be suitable for breaking down big game, never heard of that steel before- interesting

looks like you can preorder them here (says delayed by manufacturer)

https://www.knifecenter.com/item/SP...plain-blade-black-g10-handles-boltaron-sheath

 

[insanelupus]

@mtwarden

Yes, several are listed that way on different sites. However, this was part of a reply from direct correspondence with Spyderco,

"That product has not been discontinued as of yet. Unfortunately, we are unable to accurately provide any lead time for replenishment of our products. Due to fluxuation in manufacturing and shipping processes as well as global events, those products could come back in stock in the very near or relatively distant future and we are unfortunately kept somewhat in the dark about the specifics on each of them."

 

[mtwarden]

^ interesting, I wonder if it's the steel they're using- definitely not a run of the mill steel

 

[scattergun]

Could be, but other LC200N models such as the Caribbean and Spydiechef are still available.

 

[Jakerex]

What the hell are some of you doing with a knife that it won’t “complete the job” for one animal? Or are they not sharp to begin with?

My go-to is a Keeshaw 1050. I sharpen it every couple years after a handful of animals. IMO, the 1050 is one of the nicest hunting knives ever made.


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[jfs82]

lc200n is as corrosion proof as possible with high toughness for stainless, mediocre edge retention (think good aeb-l or 14c28n)

 

[scattergun]

I really like LC200N for most situations; being ultra-stainless and extremely tough is great for regular use around salt water, and although it needs more frequent sharpening than more-brittle premium steels, the wear resistance is still pretty respectable. Plus I'd way rather deal with a touching up the edge than having to hone out a chip.

In large part because it uses such a stress-free steel, I carry the Spydiechef more often than any other for general-purpose duty.

For a pure hunting knife, on the other hand, I like a fixed blade in a somewhat harder steel (Magnacut, Cru-Wear, or S45VN, for example, depending on whether I want more toughness or more wear resistance).

 

[tarheelpwr]

For a pure hunting knife, on the other hand, I like a fixed blade in a somewhat harder steel (Magnacut, Cru-Wear, or S45VN, for example, depending on whether I want more toughness or more wear resistance).

MagnaCut is looking to be the answer to all the above now, esp since it surprisingly performed so well with corrosion resistance.

 

[rewildseth]

My two favorites:

Serac Knife

The Serac is a lightweight, razor sharp backcountry hunting knife designed to cut up any big game animal without needing to be sharpened. Made from super premium S35VN steel and complete with a ferro rod striker, the Serac has a deep belly and a drop point blade designed as a do it all knife for...

argalioutdoors.com

Rewild Gear Gasper 4 Knife

Indestructible LIFETIME Guarantee Here at Rewild Gear, we understand that a knife is more than just a tool – it's a lifelong companion. The Gasper 4 was crafted with this purpose in mind, embodying the bond between 4 brothers, each with wildly different lives but united by a shared love for the...

rewildgear.com

 

[Coopsdaddy]

There is not a perfect one.
Get a replaceable blade,a bugout and a cheap set of victorniox (paring,boning).

 

[Coopsdaddy]

The Havalon with a 60XT blade has excellent retention. You couldn't give me the 60A blade.
The Outdoor Edge Razorpro has provided good blade retention as well.

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That’s odd,seems most like the 60a.
What do you like about the 60xt.
Thanks

 

[Coopsdaddy]

My two favorites:

Serac Knife

The Serac is a lightweight, razor sharp backcountry hunting knife designed to cut up any big game animal without needing to be sharpened. Made from super premium S35VN steel and complete with a ferro rod striker, the Serac has a deep belly and a drop point blade designed as a do it all knife for...

argalioutdoors.com

Rewild Gear Gasper 4 Knife

Indestructible LIFETIME Guarantee Here at Rewild Gear, we understand that a knife is more than just a tool – it's a lifelong companion. The Gasper 4 was crafted with this purpose in mind, embodying the bond between 4 brothers, each with wildly different lives but united by a shared love for the...

rewildgear.com

Funny,Ben greenfield promotes the rewind,he promotes anything given to him.

 

[Backpack Hunter]

That’s odd,seems most like the 60a.
What do you like about the 60xt.
Thanks

The 60xt stays on. The 60a has a tab that makes it much more convenient to take off, but it will also catch on hair or meat and slide off while using it...nothing like searching in a rear quarter for a lost scalpel.

 

[Coopsdaddy]

I’ll check them out,im needing some anyway.

 

[Loper]

There is not a perfect one.
Get a replaceable blade,a bugout and a cheap set of victorniox (paring,boning).

I agree. This is exactly what I have, minus the boning knife.

 

[Boarmaster]

This is my favorite. Howe Mountain drop point. Pic is from the guy named Vince I bought it from. Sharpens easily and holds a edge.