Some American classics.

[Marshwheeling]

You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get a high-quality knife, made in the USA, for use in camp or in the woods. This 6” Old Hickory cost $19.99 direct from the manufacturer, with the sheath. The blade is 1095 carbon steel with a saber grind.

This knife is a recent issue from Ontario Knife Co. it is derived from their well-known Old Hickory butcher knives, which are patterns used by fur traders and mountain men in the early 19th century.

Another nice little camp knife is the 5” Green River Fish Knife, also in 1095 steel, with a full flat grind. These knives obviously excel at food preparation, but they are also quite capable in the woods. The 14” Old Hickory performs quite well as a machete, especially on grasses and lighter brush.l

These knives are sometimes referred to as American Moras, because they cut so well for so little money.

 

[jeffrefrig]

Inexpensive or 5-digit, if they cut and you can depend on it, plus good-looking, what else do you need? I look at the handles, they kind of look similar to my dad's old Herters hunting knife. Very similar.

 

[LoboGunLeather]

I have always liked the Old Hickory knives. I have 3 of their 6" boning knives, made primarily for meat packing houses but excellent as a kitchen knife or in the hunting gear for big game season. I bought them at department stores years ago, under $10 each at the time. Excellent forged carbon steel blades, very tough for the heavy work, and a few strokes with a diamond steel will keep them working under any conditions. Good heavy-duty knives that get the job done!