Canadian Belt Knife?

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I've been intrigued with the Canadian Belt Knife shape/concept for years, but have never bought one. I think the Grohmann is considered the original. I know Cold Steel has their version (for a very low price.) I just discovered R. Murphy, and like the looks of their version. The Grohmann and the Murphy are available in Carbon or Stainless, though the actual steels aren't specified. Thoughts?
 
number9 said:
I've been intrigued with the Canadian Belt Knife shape/concept for years, but have never bought one. I think the Grohmann is considered the original. I know Cold Steel has their version (for a very low price.) I just discovered R. Murphy, and like the looks of their version. The Grohmann and the Murphy are available in Carbon or Stainless, though the actual steels aren't specified. Thoughts?
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I knew a guy in the sixties carried one . They use to advertise it in many magazines . He carried for many years ,i only handled it a couple of times .well worth the money . Also Lt wright makes one called the northern hunter .
I have come close to ordering a grohmann ,german steel i think . They are a thin slicer.

Jake
 
I make a variation, I call The Canadian Skinner.

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I've only ever made three. They were all ordered by a guy that actually lives in Quebec. All three were damascus and all three had black water buffalo horn for the handle. This one I finished for him just in time for hunting season this year. It was a present for his cousin.
 
Grohmann give a bit of info on their steels here on this page...

http://www.grohmannknives.com/index.php/about/materials-we-use

I have the D.H. Russell #3s in stainless, with the sheath that holds a sharpening steel. It's the 1996 Ducks Unlimited Guide Series one.

It's ridden in the truck, in various backpacks, lived in a few drawers, back in the truck, lather... rinse... repeat. The sheath is nicely patinated and the blade has its various scratches. You can still see the original Ducks Unlimited logo on the blade though, and the original rosewood handles are still good to go.

You can have it if you want it, shoot me a PM.

But me, I'd get one of those beauties that Horsewright Horsewright brews up. Damn, but that's neat.
 
I was going to suggest a Bark River (I know some people don't like BRK and Mike S) but the Grohmann is much cheaper then I thought it would be. I'd say pull the trigger on a Grohmann (or Horsewright :D).

EDIT: Damn, very generous offer Velitrius Velitrius :thumbsup::D:)
 
Had one for 40+ years, carbon steel (close to 1080), one of the great knife designs: you can find one on display at the New York Museum of Modern Art. Great backpack knife. I field dressed my first mule deer with one. The stainless steel isn't bad either.
 
IMG_0294.JPG I would also like to mention the JK knives makes an 01 carbon steel version, and Lucas Forge also makes a nice one. I also managed to get a Grohmann #2 B&T in carbon steel and flat grind. Still need to use it. I like a small fixed blades for small chores. The botttm knife.
 
I have a Grohmann #4 in stainless.

Great knife that I use for gutting/cleaning my deer.

If you keep an eye on the Grohmann website you can.snag up a factory 2nd for a decent discount
 
I will also throw my suggestion in with getting a Grohmann. I would recommend the carbon steel, and the full flat grind (but that depends on expected usage and personal taste).

Be warned though, the handle can be hit and miss. I have my grandfather's #1 pattern and I can't find a way to hold it comfortably. It's exclusively a sentimental piece now as a result.
 
I’ve got a Grohmann and also bought one for my younger boy, he loves it. It’s a really solid knife with great ergonomics. At first glance it looks a bit weird to some, but once you use it, the shape makes sense. The steel is pretty standard in each case, nothing fancy but tough and easy to maintain. Very good for food prep and general camp tasks. The sheaths are decent and the whole package is pleasingly understated. This is not a ‘look at me and my massive combat knife as I baton through this giant sequoia’, which is all to the good. If you know what you’re doing, a Grohmann will do the job and you’ll enjoy using it.
 
I have the #3 Boat/Army/Yachtsman knife and I gave the #1 Original design to my son-in-law. We love them and I would highly recommend Grohmann. I also have the CS version, great knife at a next to nothing cost. My #3 has been with me since it came in the mail and is used for small game, large game, food prep, and as a utility knife. As soon as you handle one of these knives it feels like you have owned it most of your life.
 
Velitrius said:
Grohmann give a bit of info on their steels here on this page...

http://www.grohmannknives.com/index.php/about/materials-we-use

I have the D.H. Russell #3s in stainless, with the sheath that holds a sharpening steel. It's the 1996 Ducks Unlimited Guide Series one.

It's ridden in the truck, in various backpacks, lived in a few drawers, back in the truck, lather... rinse... repeat. The sheath is nicely patinated and the blade has its various scratches. You can still see the original Ducks Unlimited logo on the blade though, and the original rosewood handles are still good to go.

You can have it if you want it, shoot me a PM.

But me, I'd get one of those beauties that Horsewright Horsewright brews up. Damn, but that's neat.
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Thanks for the kind words sir!
 
Well, it sounds like I have a Canadian pattern skinner on it's way to try out. Thanks, Velitrius! And, good luck on that piggy bank. You certainly have something worthwhile to save up for. That creation of Horsewright's is a beauty.
 
One of my very few regret knives. Decades ago I'd taken the right courses and as a result I would have been able to draw one out stores. I chose not to do that though because it looked weird compared to the Gerber daggers that were pretty much the rule to tape on your harness.
 
number9 said:
Well, it sounds like I have a Canadian pattern skinner on it's way to try out. Thanks, Velitrius! And, good luck on that piggy bank. You certainly have something worthwhile to save up for. That creation of Horsewright's is a beauty.
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Thanks for the kind words!
 
number9 said:
I've been intrigued with the Canadian Belt Knife shape/concept for years, but have never bought one. I think the Grohmann is considered the original. I know Cold Steel has their version (for a very low price.) I just discovered R. Murphy, and like the looks of their version. The Grohmann and the Murphy are available in Carbon or Stainless, though the actual steels aren't specified. Thoughts?
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At the NRA national show a few years ago, the Grohman rep said the carbon steel original is the best. He said the stainless version was create to satisfy customer demand, but the carbon is the better performer...other than rust :)

I've seen a fair number of copies and "homages" but have yet to find a better one than the original.
 
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