Hi, i am new to this forum have just introduced myself on other thread. I am curious to know what length blade people suggest for all round bushcraft/ camp out. I am just getting into wilderness camping and bushcraft but have always used a six inch blade on or around the farm and when camping in general. I can feather with it and baton well but tend to use a smaller 3 inch blade for skinning etc. What do others use for their all round blade or is there such a thing!? Cheers
I use two.
I have a 9 inch leuku that I use for chopping mostly. And a smaller 3,7 inch blade for everything else.
For knife abuse I got a Mora 711 in my pack as a back up blade. They cost about 4£ her ein Norway, has a scary sharp edge and are indestructible. You can't get anything better for money, and you'd be daft not to get a Mora for your knife collection.
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No rules mate. Use what you are happy with.. So long it does the job eh..
Yes your right whatever suits you and does the job. I know those Mora are top value for the blade and very sharp. I think im going to get one as a back up as its light and good value. I have an esee 6 which I love. Such a good balance and blade and weight. i am a woman with small hands but it fits me perfectly but NOT cheap!! Cheers
Or... do the bushcrafty thing and make your own.
Mmm thats quite a challenge but maybe one day
Got to agree with Jonny, use what you're comfortable with and what suits you regardless of what everybody else says you should use. A £5 knife does exactly the same thing as a £300 knife, it cuts!
Hi Vee,
My other half gave me a smith and western knife, which is a folding pocket knife, does me fine for now, he uses the Mora which he has adapted to suit him, so guess it's what your comfortable with.
Last edited by freedom lover; 19-02-2013 at 09:12 PM.
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