I carried knifes all-day, every day for over a decade of guiding big game hunts in the wilderness. The knives I used changed over the years, and I developed preferences.
In this video I go over the pros and cons of many different individual models/shapes of knives and general categories (fixed blade vs replaceable blade knives).
00:00 – Intro
00:40 – Everyday Carry Knives
04:00 – Clips vs Sheaths
05:15 – Why EDC for Field Dressing?
06:30 – Hunting Knives
08:35 – The Infamous Mora Knife
09:35 – Scandi Grind Thoughts
11:00 – Scandi Grind Mora Destruction
12:00 – Replaceable Blade Knives
14:00 – Misc. Knives You Need
15:00 – Butcher Set
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*Cliff no longer takes on new guided hunt or expedition clients. He sold all operating outfitting/guiding businesses prior to 2021.
20 Comments
Love it,,,,,great insight,,,from the real deal,,,thank U,,,,
That was a very interesting perspective from a field guide and hunter. Just two things: you don' t necessarily replace an exchangeable blade, should it get dull as you can sharpen these too or touch them up with the rod. The same goes for Scandi bevel knives: just enhance the sharpening bevel a little (they are usually around 12 degrees per side) when field sharpening… And back at home you can restore the original accute bevel. Best regards from Lake Chiemsee, Bavaria
This is why I use a chainsaw. It cuts through hide,hair,flesh,bone and the occasional 2×4 or fence post. Sure your meat might taste like bar oil but it gets the job done and fast.
You got me so hard. In 30 min im gonna go down into the basement grinding the edges into a knifeblank. I spent more time making my knifes then using them.š
The camullus knife is called a Wedge I have that same knife it's a pretty good knife.
I am not a fan if Buck fixed blades, maybe because I have no need for one. But I love their folders, great quality for the value.
I use whatever pocket knife I am carrying and a beretta loveless fixed blade.
Great video! Thank you
I settled on a Leatherman for my EDC. Too much value in the other tools to ignore. I never notice the weight on my belt, wouldn't be acceptable in a pocket, though.
For hunting, I keep it simple, light, and inexpensive with a Buck Bantam. I back that up with a Mora.
A decade of guiding..? Doesnt add up man.. youre 23 years old.. sooo a decade ago would put you at 13.. doesnt add up..
Benchmade is 100% ANTI 2A. (I will NEVER BUY THEIR CRAP). Next!
I totally agree with you, i don't like serrated knifes, nor clip points.
I find as I get older my knives have gotten lighter and more utilitarian. My daily carry for two years now is a Kabar Dozier and I love it. The blue handle is easy to see every where, it is maintenance free and opens/closes one handed. Which is important when you have 5 calves trying to bully you for a bale of hay.
Somebody made a comment the other day.
"Sharpen once hone for a lifetime"
The anointing "hunting knife" is subject to much debate. Is it a knife that the hunter carries with him to slice his meat and vegetables, is it a knife for skinning wild boar or deer, or is it a knife that does all of these? Such a knife should have an anatomical, non-slip grip and a 4-5'' edge length and preferably not space steel. For folding knives no talk of a hunting knife they are too small, flimsy and dangerous for heavy use unless one is hunting ants, they are only good for opening cartons.
My understanding has always been Scandi grind knives are great for bushcrafy shit but not hunting tasks, so its pretty funny to hear all the Mora fans pissin n moanin in the comments because it means they dont even understand what the point of their "favorite" knife is
The Buck 110 isn't intended to be carried in a pocket, that's why it comes with a belt pouch.[altho' I carried one in a hip pocket for years]
awesome video!
So I am a new Hunter and Iām looking for a knife for field dressing Whitetail deer . I was looking at the buck 110 with the drop point tip or the buck 113 which one do you recommend?
I will not be processing just looking for field dressing
The Outdoor Edge collects too much fat in between the blade and holder
Great Video!!