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Going out into the woods soon but don't have any bush craft knives, so I'm asking you guys what is the best one to get for carving, cutting etc. haven't done much, just getting into it with my boyfriend. I have small hands but don't want anything to big. If you have pic post them also so that I can see them. Thanks!
 
Check out the Mora's at Ragnars Forge. Good product,lots of sizes,small price.--KV
 
Check out Bark River Knife & Tool at Knives ship free or DLT trading. they make a lot of small & midsize bushcraft knives with a wide choice of handle materials.
 
kvaughn said:
Check out the Mora's at Ragnars Forge. Good product,lots of sizes,small price.--KV
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:thumbup:For entry level, can't do better than a Mora from Ragnar's. Get your sense of utility from it, then move on if you choose to.

Honorable man, good prices, prompt delivery, and $6 delivery charge flat rate, no matter how many knives you purchase.

Be safe.
 
My favorite general use fixed blade is the Fallkniven F1. I got my wife the smaller WM1 which she is very fond of. Either one would be good for consideration.
 
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taylordedge said:
Going out into the woods soon but don't have any bush craft knives, so I'm asking you guys what is the best one to get for carving, cutting etc. haven't done much, just getting into it with my boyfriend. I have small hands but don't want anything to big. If you have pic post them also so that I can see them. Thanks!
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Moras offer great bang for the buck - how much are you looking to spend ?
 
If you are looking for a scandi I would try out moras as well. I found I prefer flat ground for what I use mine for and just got a blind horse bushcrafter. Better all around imo, don't do a lot of carving
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I agree on moras, just so inexpensive but good for wood work and easy to keep sharp. there are much better, more durable knives but at what cost? mora is good enough for many great woodsmen.
 
Another vote for the Mora! The best thing about them for a begginer is you can use it to give yourself a standard to judge what works for you without spending a lot of money, and you can learn how to sharpen knives without fear of screwing up a more expensive model. Actually, You can also use a good sturdy paring knife you might have unused in your kitchen drawer as well. just buy or make a sheath for it.
 
Just a beginner so i want to spend about 30 or under, they all sound great,but I looked up some moras and liked a few of them and in my price range,so I will look more into those. Thank you!
 
For your price point I would probably go with a mora. If you are willing to double that amount I think the ESEE Izulu II would be an awesome choice. It has great lines and contours and would probably fit your hand perfectly. Great little package.

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Take a look at some of the Anza Knife's if you shop around you can find some pretty good deals on them. They get super sharp without much effort and they are pretty similar to some of the traditional scandi grind bush knife's.
 
Get a MORA First--then go $ higher if you need or want to

Here are some of the ones my wife liked

Mora is the one with the Tan Handle

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I also make a suggestion for a Mora, specifically one of the carbon models, not stainless steel.

They may not be the prettiest knives out there, but they are super cheap. So if you decide you're not really into knives enough to spend $100+ on one, you're only out a couple bucks with the Mora.

Also, being that it is a scandi grind knife, it will help teach you how to properly sharpen a knife. The large flat bevels are easier to feel that you have the right angle on the stone than knives with secondary bevels.

Of course, if you really get into knives, you next one can always be a more expensive one with nice wood handles, and whatever grind you find you like, but at least having started with the Mora you'll have learned how to keep your new, expensive knife sharp.

Also, I suggest getting a carbon blade, because it will teach you how to take care of a knife, and that it is not just something you throw in a box or draw when you get home.

Good luck, and enjoy your time with your boyfriend!
 
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