Members Davedblyoo Posted December 5, 2009 Members Share Posted December 5, 2009 Sorry to be so far off topic, but have a question for the knife afficianados out there. Thinking about buying the bro-in-law a large, heavy duty knife for Christmas. He's a hunter, not a serial killer or anything. Thinking about something from SOG. Anybody know anything about them, like where the knives are manufactured or the overall quality of them? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members perrydabassman Posted December 5, 2009 Members Share Posted December 5, 2009 SOG makes some pretty nice stuff. As a gift, if you are going to give a hunting knife, why not just get a K-Bar. They are reasonably priced and are the real deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members countrybass Posted December 5, 2009 Members Share Posted December 5, 2009 I have a Spyderco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members LanEvo Posted December 5, 2009 Members Share Posted December 5, 2009 Thinking about buying the bro-in-law a large, heavy duty knife for Christmas. He's a hunter...One of the misconceptions about hunting knives is that they need to be huge. You won't be cutting wood with your knife (that's what your folding saw or hatchet is for). Most hunters prefer small, light knives in the 3.5-4.25" length range with a reasonable "belly" in the blade. That will take care of all your skinning, gutting, food prep, wood shaving, and fire starting needs. A 5" blade is about the maximum useful size for a hunter. If you're looking for high quality at a reasonable price, check out Bark River knife & Tool. Their Fox River model is a modern classic: Price will range from $120 to $200 depending on options. If you want a more "tactical" looking choice, check out the "RAT" (Randall's Adventure & Training) series from the Ontario Knife Company. Most knife nuts would prefer the 1095 high-carbon steel to the D2 versions. The TAK-1 model is a great choice for all-around woods use: You can get one for around $80. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members beedlesw Posted December 5, 2009 Members Share Posted December 5, 2009 One of the misconceptions about hunting knives is that they need to be huge. You won't be cutting wood with your knife (that's what your folding saw or hatchet is for).Most hunters prefer small, light knives in the 3.5-4.25" length range with a reasonable "belly" in the blade. That will take care of all your skinning, gutting, food prep, wood shaving, and fire starting needs. A 5" blade is about the maximum useful size for a hunter. +1 Giant knives are "cool guy" toys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members georgestrings Posted December 5, 2009 Members Share Posted December 5, 2009 As a somewhat avid hunter, I'd find something like this to be more useful than something big and heavy: http://www.knifecountryusa.com/store/product/100032.100038/browning-knives-828-featherweight-big-game-lockback-knife.html I have a Remington version that's similar, except the handle is all rubber - and it's served me extremely well, except it's not made any more... - georgestrings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members georgestrings Posted December 5, 2009 Members Share Posted December 5, 2009 I also have one of these, which is extremely practical, and is of far better quality than it's price would indicate: http://www.knifecountryusa.com/store/product/114115.114144/schrade-knives-140ot-timer-trail-boss-fixed-blade-knife-with-green-rubber-handle.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TN.Frank Posted December 5, 2009 Members Share Posted December 5, 2009 SOG is ok but I'd really check into what Cold Steel has to offer. They make quite a few really cool things other then knives too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Mudbass Posted December 5, 2009 Members Share Posted December 5, 2009 It depends on what he's hunting. This will be OK for squirrels and rabbits, but if it's elephants and rhinoceroseses he's gonna want something more like this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members NeonVomit Posted December 5, 2009 Members Share Posted December 5, 2009 As a somewhat avid hunter, I'd find something like this to be more useful than something big and heavy: http://www.knifecountryusa.com/store/product/100032.100038/browning-knives-828-featherweight-big-game-lockback-knife.html I have a Remington version that's similar, except the handle is all rubber - and it's served me extremely well, except it's not made any more... - georgestrings ...aaaand now I know what I'm getting my dad for xmas Thanks for that! He isn't into hunting but does a lot of outdoor-type stuff and he'll make great use of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members max maroon Posted December 5, 2009 Members Share Posted December 5, 2009 ...IME this has been the best big game hunting knife that I've owned. I've tried alot of other brands but none hold a candle to the quality and balance of this fantastic knife. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TN.Frank Posted December 5, 2009 Members Share Posted December 5, 2009 http://www.coldsteel.com/rajahseries.htmlThe Rajah II would be a totally awesome knife to own. Heck, after we get our taxes back I might look into one my dang self. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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