What is the most ergonomic fixed blade handle? 🤔

Slice O Life

Slice O Life

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What are your opinions on fixed blade handles? Which models or makers do you consider to have the most comfortable fixed blade handles? This discussion expands beyond just fixed blades and extends into knife ergonomics and overall comfort. While hand size and shape can vary, I'm interested in hearing your thoughts on this topic. Additionally, your insights on comfortable fixed blade handles could potentially inform guesses about comfortable folder handles as well.
 
What hand size are You?

I personally prefer larger, neutral handle shapes which are comfortable in All hand grips












See link below "Thanks brand Fixed" for many ideas

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Some time ago I asked about knives I liked, and what style they might be classified as. I posted pictures from various makers here, and other manufacturers....... I didn't really get any solid answers. What I'm realizing is here on the forum, what I like is basically grouped as "Traditional"...
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Crag the Brewer said:
What hand size are You?

I personally prefer larger, neutral handle shapes which are comfortable in All hand grips

See link below for many ideas

Thanks "brand" Fixed

Some time ago I asked about knives I liked, and what style they might be classified as. I posted pictures from various makers here, and other manufacturers....... I didn't really get any solid answers. What I'm realizing is here on the forum, what I like is basically grouped as "Traditional"...
www.bladeforums.com www.bladeforums.com
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How do I find this out? I wear XL work gloves and nitrile gloves.
 
This mortised sheep horn handle by master smith Dan Farr is probably the most comfortable handle on any knife I own, but it's matters of degree. (Rick Dunkerley also made some fantastic handles. Also shown below.)

Carothers' are awesome as well, from top to bottom.

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Slice O Life said:
How do I find this out? I wear XL work gloves and nitrile gloves.
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Surgical type latex gloves are sized more accurately, but even knowing XL helps.

If you are going cheap, off the shelf? The large Becker is a good place to start.... I wish they were a tiny bit longer in the grip. I almost squish my wider palms.

*and why I often don't put butts/pommels on my knives. Mine don't limit how wide your hand can be
 
Crag the Brewer said:
Surgical type latex gloves are sized more accurately, but even knowing XL helps.

If you are going cheap, off the shelf? The large Becker is a good place to start.... I wish they were a tiny bit longer in the grip. I almost squish my wider palms.

*and why I often don't put butts/pommels on my knives. Mine don't limit how wide your hand can be
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Interesting, that butt/pommel I've heard from many people is the reason why they like certain knives. Example: Microtech LUDT, with the curved butt of the handle, it supposedly locks you in a bit better. You're saying that the butt/pommel limits hand width because it would not line up ergonomically for wider hands.
 
Slice O Life said:
Interesting, that butt/pommel I've heard from many people is the reason why they like certain knives. Example: Microtech LUDT, with the curved butt of the handle, it supposedly locks you in a bit better. You're saying that the butt/pommel limits hand width because it would not line up ergonomically for wider hands.
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If the knife was designed for "average" hands...?
Then Yes, a person with wider palms isn't as comfortable.
Pinkys can get squished too
 
Crag the Brewer said:
If the knife was designed for "average" hands...?
Then Yes, a person with wider palms isn't as comfortable.
Pinkys can get squished too
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If you can find the right fit, does that butt/pommel actually provide any ergonomic benefit? I think it would only add some leverage if anything. Even then probably not much. I am completely uninformed on this subject, so I won't have any idea.
 
Slice O Life said:
If you can find the right fit, does that butt/pommel actually provide any ergonomic benefit? I think it would only add some leverage if anything. Even then probably not much. I am completely uninformed on this subject, so I won't have any idea.
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It doesn't Have to stick out far....
It's nice to be able to pound on stuff with it, if need be...

 
Slice O Life said:
You know I've seen Carothers pop up quite a lot recently. I think I should give one a try, they are giving themselves quite a name.
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Yup..... except you probably won't find one easily.

I tried today for just one, out of a batch of 40....
They sold out in literally 2 seconds.

I got a little pissy today at work about it, and when I got home I decided to make my Own Cruwear knife.... :/
 
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