I have been checking out both the Buck and Case fixed blade for hunting. In the Buck line I like the Pathfinder and the shorter one. The 119 is a nice knife but I think it may be a bit too big for hog and deer field dressing.
In the Case line I have been looking at the stacked leather handled fixed blades particularly the 3 inch version and 5 inch blade with the thin blade. Basically the same knives as the Buck, or very close anyway.
What I would like to know is which one is currently making the better knife, Case or Buck? Does one hold and edge better than the other? Are they both made in the USA out of quality steel? Which brand would you pick if given the choice?
Lastly, I also believe that KaBar makes models that are also very close to those I mentioned by Buck and Case. Do you think the Kabar is a better choice than either the Buck or Case?
Thanks for your time.
Nalajr
In the Case line I have been looking at the stacked leather handled fixed blades particularly the 3 inch version and 5 inch blade with the thin blade. Basically the same knives as the Buck, or very close anyway.
What I would like to know is which one is currently making the better knife, Case or Buck? Does one hold and edge better than the other? Are they both made in the USA out of quality steel? Which brand would you pick if given the choice?
Lastly, I also believe that KaBar makes models that are also very close to those I mentioned by Buck and Case. Do you think the Kabar is a better choice than either the Buck or Case?
Thanks for your time.
Nalajr