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I'm looking for a fixed blad knife to carry were i can't CCW and in the woods.
It will be a hunting and SHTF knife. I was looking at the Cold Steel Peace Keeper but with a double edge i don't think it will do any thing i would be buying it for. I like the cold steel knives but don't know what one to get. What one would you get. If you have one what one to you have do you like it?
 
I have carried an SRK for 10 years as a field knife and loved it; it has since been replaced with a Sog Northwest Ranger, which is lighter and easier to sharpen.
 
You get what you pay for.
When I was in the service one of the guys torture tested a Cold Steel knife by punching it through some sheet metal. Multiple times.
The knife held up.
I am in the market for a good straight edge folder myself. But I probably will go with SOG. Both manufacturers are at the top for quality.
 
The SRK is a good choice. So is the Master Hunter, for those of us who like a shorter blade. But they are offered in different types of steel, so pay attention. I just got a flyer from them, and the Kobuns are going for twenty dollars right now. Those might be better for CCW carry.
 
You may need to clarify your needs.

Are you looking for a large "disaster" knife that could perform multiple tasks well? If so, then you need a large, sturdy knife and a smaller knife for delicate tasks like skinning and dressing game.

If there some particular reason you especially want a Cold Steel knife? There are plenty of other knives that will work for outdoor tasks, or daily carry. It might seem like a better idea to find a knife that meets your needs, instead of choosing a manufacturer without any especial knife in mind.

Here's a good small disaster knife that could also function as a hunter.

You could also get something like a sturdy folder, such as a Gerber Gator, and pair that up with a large, sturdy knife or hatchet for emergency use.

You really need to decide what attributes you're looking for first, before we can really make specific suggestions. Will this primarily be a hunter? Is it legal to carry a concealed fixed blade in Ohio? If so, will it be a good idea for you?

John
 
mike6161 said:
a knife for camping but will be used for skinning.
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That's a pretty wide spectrum.

A camping or "campfire knife" has a pretty obtuse angle so it can hold up during chores. If caping is required, the knife will need a lot of belly and a very thin, sharp angle.

(A KOA Bear Cub is a good example of a caping knife.)

However, we have a saying in my area, "Well, what the heck do I know, I come from Waunakee." If you've gotten good service from a knife, then get another CS. Let us know if we can help.
 
I'm open to others I was looking at a CS. I get a knife every year and this year I going with a fixed blade.
i think I will get 2 this year a buck 110 and a fixed blade. so if you were going to get 2 knives what one would you get. i will use it for camping and hunting i have a axe for choping so its just camp stuff and skinning.
 
Kukuris traditionally come with two small tools. One is a steel to keep the edge profiled, and the other is a small knife. I think this pattern (large & sturdy + small) is a pretty good one. If you already have small ax, something like a Cold Steel Master Hunter could work for you. You can also probably find a CS Bird and Trout knife, if you look around, for next to nothing. Heck, if you got those two knives, you'd have a larger knife for big game, and a smaller blade for delicate chores. Depending on local laws, you may also easily be able to carry the B&T.
 
it does not have to be a CS. i was just looking at a remington Sportsman Series F.A.S.T. i like the feel of this knife does any one know any thing about it is it a good knife. who realy makes it. i don't think remington makes them.
 
I own some CS knives. Two of my favorites are the SRK and the Master Hunter. IMO, CS is focusing more on lower end knives now. If I were you, I would check out the CS Pendleton Hunter. It has good blade steel and is reasonably priced. The Roach Belly is also a good lower end knife.
 
I have the CS folding knife "Ultimate Hunter". http://www.coldsteel.com/61lps.html It has steel inserts in the handle and I like the blade shape.

You want a fixed blade knife, and the Pendleton Hunter has the same blade. http://www.coldsteel.com/penhun.html

The new VG-1 steel is an improvement over the AUS 8, it is a real good cutlery steel.

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Thanks for the advice, I guess I should have told you more of what I need.
I'm looking for a knife thats 4 to 6 inchs full tang serrated blade is ok price up to 50$ but I can go more go. steel thats easy to sharpen and well hold up. It does not have to be cold steel I was looking at a CS but after looking around i think i will go with some thing alse.
 
I think you've gotten some good advice. I seem to think along the same lines as John Shirley: more than one blade. I like three:

Fixed blade as primary knife - easier to clean than a folder and safer in use (won't fold on your hands). My choice is a Mora Triflex Tradesman. It's light, fairly strong, sharp, and inexpensive. Great knife for the price.

Small pocket knife - for fine work, and for a few tools, like an awl and a can opener. I like the Swiss Army Farmer (alox scales).

Large cutting tool - This can be an ax, a large knife, a kukri, or a machete, depending on your situation.

If you chose an SAK farmer, a Frost's Mora and a machete or basic hand ax, you might be able to find all three for $50-60. Works for me...

Regards,
Dirty Bob
 
For a quality mid-size utility knife I must say the Cold Steel SRK is hard to beat. Of course the Carbon V model is discontinued but you can almost always find one on ebay for a pretty decent price still.
 
I have been looking and found the remington F.A.S.T. it has the stuff im looking for. is this a good knife.Its made of 440 steel is this any good i don't know much about steel is it easy to sharpen will it hold up or is this knife just junk.
 
I am not a fan of 440 or Remington branded knives. I would spend my money on something with better steel.
 
I'll agree with the comment on 440. It's a poor choice for knife steel (in my opinion) by comparison to the other excellent choices out there today. I don't like stainless for knives to begin with but if I have to have it I'd rather spend the money and get something like S30V, ATS34, 154CM, VG-10, or BG-42. I'd prefer a good carbon steel, D2, 52100, O-1, or good old 1095.
 
You may also want to consider Ka-Bar. I like their carbon steel fixed blades. The smaller "Ka-Bar" models are quite useful. Don't pass up eBay and the sales forums here and at other knife-oriented forums. I've seen some real bargains on lightly used or as-new knives.

Regards,
Dirty Bob
 
For a quality mid-size utility knife I must say the Cold Steel SRK is hard to beat. Of course the Carbon V model is discontinued but you can almost always find one on ebay for a pretty decent price still.
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According their most recent mailing, they still have some Carbon V SRKs. Doesn't show up on their web site, though.
 
Take a look at the SOG Seal Pup Elite with a plain edge. It is a very versatile knife.

Personally I wouldn't want to use it for much skinning however. I prefer a knife with a shorter blade for that purpose. The Sypderco Moran would be a reasonable fixed blade for this purpose.

These knives are available online. I like to shop at New Graham. If in stock, you usually have your blade within about a week. http://www.newgraham.com/
 
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