SHTF Fixed blade

Old school for me. Although I probably have 2-3 dozen knives, folding and fixed, my SHTF is KBAR upgraded to a Randall 7" model 1 sheath (perfect fit) and a Microtech in the pocket.

Originally Posted by MattC

Rat Cutlery (Now ESEE Knives) RC-6

http://www.eseeknives.com/rc-6.htm

Matt

I like the knife. how much are they going for?

Here you go 120.00 HK51Fan

http://www.rockynational.com/6233_ES...ESEE-6_BK.html

Personally I have an ESEE RC3 MIL and a Gerber LHR for my needs. EDC is a Gerber Fairbain- Applegate folder, or the ESEE RC3. But there are many good knives out there to be had, just find what suits you and your budget HK51Fan

I generally carry EK Combat Knives on my LBE/belt. Bought my first M4 (second from top) in 86' and its on my hip here in Afghanistan. The Bowies are on some LBEs in my shop at home ready to go again if needed. Also either have a Benchmade Auto or CRKT 16-14D clipped to the pocket and a Old Timer Stockman in the other pocket.


CD

KISS = Ka-Bar

If you want a smaller knife, then the 5" Air Force Survival Knife would be a good choice.

If cost is not a factor, go custom. I have a few already and am ordering a Randall #2 fighting stilletto with a brass pommel.


* KISS = Keep It Simple Simon. ;-)

I like the Kbar knives, but I think if I had my pick this is what is on my bucket list to buy.

http://www.coldsteel.com/gurkhakukri.html

I think the Ghurka Kukris are some of the most innovative and devastating weapons a man can carry.


Thx

I will recommend the Emerson PUK with the kydex sheath. The kydex sheath will ride close to your body. It will also conceal very nice under a t shirt in the summer. I added a teklok fastener and I can put the knife on my duty belt or molle vest. The PUK will hold a super sharp edge with heavy use. This knife is usually passed up for more popular knifes but it is a great everyday knife to use. Small but mean.

• Made from excellent 1095 steel
• 5" length blade is easy carry, yet big enough to be useful in a fight.
• Steel reinforced scabbard prevents blade from wounding wearer in event of a crash landing.
• Sharpening stone and tie-down included with scabbard.
• Sawteeth on spine.
• Steel buttcap wide enough to drive tent stakes into ground.
• Cost is only $30, a bargain!

NSN: 7340-00-098-4327

Picked this one up a month ago for my GTFO bag. I paid $45. Its a Buck Nighthwak 650 with 6in 420HC stainless steel blade and heavy duty nylon sheath.

Originally Posted by Son of Vlad Tepes

What blade type do you guys think is the best design for a SHTF/survival knife, and what blade length?

I think a blade length of 4-5" with a straight clip point or even drop point design would probably be the best, but how about the "americanized tanto"/kamasu kissaki blade design? Do you guys think that this would be preferable from a point durability/easier to sharpen/utility chisel like front end point of view? Downsides to it?

For a survival knife, I would not want the knives you described.

My personal opinion is that the survival or SHTF knife should not be primarily designed as a fighting knife, but rather as a tool. To me, that means no hand guard, and a carbon steel blade (if it can't throw a spark, I don't want it). I also prefer leather over kydex any day.

I prefer bushcraft style knives in a scandi pattern. My personal knife is from Wood Bear Knives and is called the Raven (shown next to a mora for comparison). It is specifically designed as a bushcraft knife first, and a fighting knife second.