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Old 09-23-2017, 03:21 PM
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Hey to all the members here that E D C a fixed blade. Can you give some advice please pros and cons. I must say I have never owned a fix blade for carry. Can you show me some of your favorite ones. Also recomend a fixed that wont break the bank newbie wise thanks.And how you carry it would be helpful
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I like my Esee Izula. It has served me well for years.
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I carry a Stiff K.I.S.S laced to my boot when I'm on duty, but all other times I carry a automatic Benchmade.

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I mostly carry folders, specifically a Spyderco Native. When I carry a fixed blade, I wear a CRKT Minimalist Bowie as a neck knife, but there are other carry options. It's not high dollar. I got mine with sheath for under 20 bucks.
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It would have to depend on your idea of the purpose for carrying the knife.

If it's for general cutting chores including hunting and fishing, as an implement and not a weapon, I wouldn't chose anything with the American idea of a tanto blade. I'd pick a drop-point with no more than four to four and a half inches of blade length--a little less will do for most jobs. I like a sturdy but not too thick blade.

If you're considering your choice to be for self defense, others will have to comment. To me any knife is a tool that can, as an absolute last resort, be used as a defensive weapon. That level of defensive situation is what my gun is for. I won't pick a knife because of its potential in a fight.

But I'm old and don't like getting carved, and carry a Spyderco Endura of SOG Flash II insted of a fixed blade.
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I have a Randall I've used for EDC. It's a model 10 saltwater utility knife with the 3 inch blade.

Randall Made Knives >> Model 10 – Salt Fisherman & Household Utility

On the other end of the spectrum. A Dexter net knife is a good choice. Amazing quality at disposable price. I like to grind a finger groove into the handle, then melt the sheath and form a detent to lock into the finger groove. A big plus is that it is dishwasher safe. You can cut off the belt loop and use it as a neck knife.

Dexter Russell Sani-Safe 3 1/4" Net Twine Line Knife With Sheath 28653 NTL24C

This one already has the finger groove and it has a much nicer sheath. Dexter Russell Sani-Safe 3 1/2" Net Line Knife With Sheath

EDC with a fixed blade has more to do with the sheath, than the knife. 3 inch blade is the sweet spot for me.

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When I am working I carry a Cold Steel Mini Tac tanto style blade around my neck. I keep it between my ballistic vest and my uniform shirt. It was super easily accessible when we wore button up shirts. Now that we wear zipper front shirts with fake buttons, it is a little less accessible. However, I have no doubt it will be quite effective should I ever need it.
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I almost forgot. I also keep a United Cutlery push style dagger behind my ammo pouch when I am working. It has a strap secured by a snap, but a good sharp pull will deploy the knife without any further manipulation. It was undiscernable when we wore a dark brown uniform shirt but now that we have switched colors, it is apparent if you look hard enough.
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I have one of these and like it very much: Benchmade Nimravus Family

If you look, you can find them for about half the list price.
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You didn't specify and particular use but I'm presuming every day activities when I suggest a Buck 102 or at a higher price point the Bark River Trail Buddy.
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I like my Esee Izula. It has served me well for years.
This is my preferred fixed blade for every day carry as well. Superb little knife. Like someone else mentioned here, it more of a practical tool than something for self defense. My state limits the blade length on a knife that's carried concealed so it really limits my options.
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This little Anza has been a favorite for carry, not every day, but on occasions when I think a fixed blade will be handy. The knife is about 6" overall, with a blade of 2.75". I don't think I have ever worn the sheath on my belt. I just drop it into a front pocket if I am wearing baggy pants, slide it into a rear pocket next to my wallet if wearing jeans. The Anza is a very tough little knife. In addition to cutting, I have used it to scrape gaskets, pop open frozen car doors and many other tasks.





These days, I may carry a Mora the same way, either a Companion or a 612. The Moras are quite a bit longer, but light, and cut well.

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Nothing wrong with carrying a defensive knife - especially as a LEO. I'm not a LEO and was never trained in SD with an edged weapon so the knife I EDC is an old fogey traditional Stockman with Sambar Stag slabs. Slow as hell to deploy, but sharp enough to shave with, strictly a working knife and I do not even consider it for SD - that's what my M60-7 is for. It's a made in USA Marbles large Stockman made with polished Carbon Steel blades in 2001 (MSA Gladstone Custom Shop).
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I've been carrying this Sam Lurquin Hurak lately. Not a small or cheap knife, but it's solidly built. Hard to find though since he doesn't make this model anymore.

Busse Knives make some really nice knives. Small to large for a medium price point. You usually have to buy them on the secondary market because they're released in limited numbers. However, tonight at 9 EST, you can get in line to receive their new Slap Jack model. It'll take a few months to get it however.

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I had Michael Presnell make this Puukko for me $200. Stacked leather handle with brass ends.



And I bought the AA Forge used for $140.



And my RWFred EDC, $105 brand new. It's the one I carry the most. All of these were found on the forum BushcraftUSA.com in the For Sale section. And all were hand made by an individual. I usually carry them using a Badger Claw Dangler but that easily remove to switch to belt carry.
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