Which knife is better?
I’m looking to purchase an all-purpose ‘survival knife’. Is this a good choice?
http://www.onlyknives.com/randall-knives/
What would I be sacrificing if I went with more of a combat-style knife like this one…
http://www.onlyknives.com/ek-bowie-knife-model-5-combat-knife/
thanks in advance!
ken
The EK has the better blade design but both, in my opinion, lack a suitable handle. Being of wood, and are relatively narrow, might be hard to hold if wearing gloves or if hands are cold and wet. Find something with a wider handle, either of leather or composite. I don’t totally agree with a smaller blade but you really don’t want one any larger. It should be large and heavy enough to cut large enough trees or brush to build a lean-to shelter if needed but small enough to skin game.
You can look at this, too. It think it fits with the style you might be looking for.
http://www.eknifeworks.com/webapp/eCommerce/main_front.jsp
I like the KA1273. Good handle and sheath. Hope this helps.
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