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Honestly, you're right. It's a never-ending endeavor. However, after years of experience and trying new things, eventually, you can narrow your options down to what works for you. It's all about trial and error 👍
Amen! I’m not a knife guy, as they say, but been carrying a Buck 110 either in a sheath or pocket since 1977. It does it all, open boxes, carve a pointed stick or butter my biscuit at the dinner table. Also got me out of a couple physical alterations in younger days. Just one knife. That’s it.
Blade addict, here. I carry an Esee Izula in s35vn or a 3-D Bradford Guardian 3 in m390 with the Bradford taco style kydex sheath. I use Ulti-clip slim 3.3 for both. I have a lot of others, too, but I can't stop carrying my two favorites. Cheers!
@@btuthill9653 The Izula. The leather sheath for the Guardian is nice, but too bulky and annoying to get the knife out. The kydex sheath and Ulti-clip together are another $55.00. That's on top of the $156 cost of the knife itself. They're both great performers, but bang-for-buck goes to the Izula in s35vn.
I used to watch the channel a ton. I have fell off the knife game over the past years and have been researching an edc fixed blade and came back here. I love that your integrity and honesty are still clearly important. You aren't pushing only one brand. You bring up things that I feel others often miss. The format is different but I think that is just you just fine tuning your craft and getting better content creation. To be clear not a bad thing at all. Thank you for being honest and genuine.
I'm glad you're back! It's important to me that people trust my opinion and I'm always trying to find new ways to improve the videos. You the viewers are the most important thing. That’s why I started the channel on the first place.
Personally, I’ve already bought into the idea of carrying a small fixed blade as a part of my EDC. Each day out of the house, I carry a Condor Compact Kephart Fixed Blade Knife with me. At 3.5 ounces with a carbon steel 2.6” drop point blade and overall length of 5.5 inches this knife is very useful for essential camp tasks. Comes with a custom leather sheath with belt clip. It is small, lightweight, functional and sharp.
@@gregkis No sir. I do not sell Condor knives. I am just a very satisfied customer who carries and uses a Condor Compact Kephart fixed blade everyday. This is a small, but very useable knife. Lightweight and carries easily on the belt on in the pocket in the handcrafted leather sheath. I have much more expensive fixed blade knives that do not perform as well as this one for everyday uses. It is not a bushcraft knife. It is not a good hunting knife. But it is an excellent everyday carry knife. JMO.
I also own and appreciate Condor Compact Kephart. I liked it before I ordered it and it's better, more simple in person than I thought it would be. S' good. I want to try Mora Eldris
Definitely a blade addict. I really prefer to carry a fixed blade, but of course size and sheaths tend to hinder that. Thanks for sharing and keep on doing that thing you do.
My go-to is my White River M1 Backpacker Pro in Magnacut. I was planning to grab the standard version and the day I went to purchase was the day they offered that steel, felt like I hit a jackpot
I love my M1 I took a little bit of paracord and ran it through the bottom 2 holes on the kydex sheath to make a loop I pass it through a belt loop and just the the knife dangle in my front pocket. All you have to do is feel for the cord and it will come right out of the pocket
I grew up in a small farm town and we all carried a knife all the time for whatever task came up. We felt naked without a knife on us. My current EDC is a Benchmade Super Freek. It's a bigger pocket knife that can handle a lot of tasks. I also carry one of three smaller fixed blades. The smallest one is the WhiteRiver Backpacker Pro in S30V steel. Great little fixed blade that takes a really fine edge. Next is a small custom Kephart knife that I made for myself out of an old Nicholson file. 3" blade and 4" handle with a high saber grind. Super utility knife that can do everything I need a knife to do. I think the steel is W2. It's as tough as D2 but gets as sharp as O1. Lastly is a Bradford Guardian 3.5 in Magnacut that is solely used for personal protection. It's the perfect size for this and the shape allows for stabbing or slicing. It just depends on where I'm going and plan on doing as to which fixed blade gets carried in my front pocket.
I have hundreds of knives, fixed blade and folders, and my most used knife is the Leatherman free k2. Has everything i need on it 99% of the time, and the only change i would make is to make the blade magnacut but it still holds up well for what i use it for
I have been using the CRKT Neck knife for two years now I was really impressed even though it’s cheap. It’s on my neck all the time with me. We have a big Homestead and I find that I use it quite often better quality than I thought for a $26 knife.
Found the cold steel Pendleton mini hunter in 3V fills my want of a smaller fixed blade for pocket carry. Removed the belt hanger from the sheath, it seemed a ridiculous mount for a smaller fixed blade, and added a pocket/belt clip to the sheath. Now the purchase is a bit small (I have XL hand), but the rubberized grip makes the little finger hang over less of an issue. The 3V gave me a great steel on a pocket carry fixed blade, and best of all I got it on a midwayusa sale price of $55. Keep up the great work.
@@hardlygrooving4221 don't want to dance on your pricing, but midwayusa has a huge cold steel sale on right now, and the 3V mini Pendleton hunter is $49.99.... but you can't ship that to France!
I absolutely love the ESEE Sencillo in MagcaCut. Its $150 and its both heat and cryo treated to 62-63HRC. Not to mention it has ESEE's limitless lifetime warranty. i love the size and shape
The Ursus Cub is one of my top edc fixed blades personally. I switched out the handle scales for some Carrol’s Customs scales which completely covers the tangs. I also rock out an Armatus sheath. Those two are highly suggested
Self defense is already covered in a front pocket. Effectively, with multiple "blunt" edge projectiles🙂 I have been considering a fixed edge for a replacement to a folder. Great video ! Thank you.
Picked up a Kizer Deckhand earlier this year. Tossed an ulticlip on it and couldn't find anywhere reasonable to put it until I tried my front pocket. Fits like a glove, easy to deploy, safer to stash. Real game changer.
I'd like to make a recommendation for those looking to get in to carrying an edc fixed-blade. The Ozark Trail 8.66 inch fixed blade can be had for less than $10 and is pretty decent quality, with a really good sheath. I've carried one for a good little bit, and it has yet to disappoint.
Thank you for mentioning the Mora. Too many other knife guys are elitist and think that $300 is affordable budget knifes. I use knives for butchering at work by the way.
My favorite 2 small edc fixed blades are the 2 watchman knives off Amazon. 14c28n and whoever makes them takes pride in their work. Every part of them is done up just perfect. I like the sheaths and belt clasps even which is rare for me.
Adoro i coltelli della watchman. L'acciaio Sandvik 14c28n ha una buona tenuta del filo e si riaffila in un attimo. Inoltre hanno un prezzo davvero basso e offrono il manico in micarta e il fodero in kydex. Saluti dall'Italia. 😉
Im still on the Izula 1, great hard use knife for its size. I keep the hole unwrapped for quick deployment. I have also sharpened a 15mil swedge. I have gifted a bunch of Izula 1 to infantry soldiers and got great feedback.( Also esee 3mil and 4) for those that preferred larger knives).
Thank you for the video! Been carrying small fixed blades a long time. My go to length is around 5 inches 3 finger grip. Great size for pocket carry. Currently been using a QSP canary.
I just picked up the Efengroe 121 3” blade I’ve trying out as new type of EDC carry it’s cool a very different as I’ve only carried a pocket knife for 50 plus yrs newer experience and I’m liking it 😎🇺🇸🤙🏼
I am addicted! And very appreciate this video. I saw here the knife I didnt know about but fell in love with it instantly. The knife is Buck Alpha Hunter Pro. I found and enjoed Your previous video about this beauty and started to search the knife stores in Czechia (Europe). And luckily I found one piece on discount sale for 4251 CZK which means about 175 USD. The knife is ordered and paid for and I am looking forward to it. Thanks a lot for Your work and valuable advices. Stay sharp!
I mostly pocket carry my Overland Sport, and for the most part it works. But for my L-XL hands, I like it when a blade handle fills out my hands, so every now and then I carry my ESEE 3 in an Armatus taco sheath and, I have to say, it's an underrated solution for edc-ing a fixed blade. The flat micarta scales help it disappear in my pocket, yet I have a somewhat bigger knife now. Try it. It's great! Great video! Blade addict out.
Great video Aaron. Strong options for sure. I have a Montana mini-Speedgoat, the Ursus Cub, several Mora's, however I am a fan of the Izula. I own at least 4 of them. In my opinion and use, they are the perfect size capable of most tasks. They can be made very minimal in size and carry friendly, or can be slightly increased in size for most utility duties (minus chopping.) The Izula remains my EDC of choice. Blade addict. 👍
If the Mora Basic says 'carbon' on the blade it's a 511. If it says 'Stainless' on the blade its a 546. The smaller Eldris (and Eldris light duty) only comes in stainless. I don't EDC a fixed blade but just a very simple SAK and a mini multitool. I don't live or work on a farm but I'm a survival instructor. So when I go out into the bush, backpacking, hiking, etc. I add a small fixed blade camp knife and full size multitool to my outdoor EDC. The reason for it is it's stronger and easier to clean (as you mentioned). I don't carry them on my belt but they go in my daypack. In these last 2 years I spend 5 months backpacking rural Thailand, living and cooking with families. I've spend time in Colombia also the same way. All I brought extra was a Mora Basic 546 or Hultafors RFR and that's all you need. Of course stainless because you don't want to have to babysit your knife.
i’ve been waiting for so long for the joker avispa to make its appearance on this channel. i love that knife, i take camping, fishing and even to work. excellent little knife for not that much money. also i cut the lanyard and made a knot at the end as sort of an extension to the handle and it’s perfect
@@LostTrailX well it is noticeable sometimes, but honestly i didn’t mind it much. i’ve used it from gutting trout to chopping vegetables. the only time i’ve really seen the downside of it was when i wanted to slice some tomatoes that were pretty big. but other than that i find myself grabbing that knife almost every time
@@LostTrailX no complaints there either. but i do have the habit of stropping the knife after a camping trip even if nothing changes in terms of sharpness
Its cool to see Kershaw coming out with sweet designs lately. I like that fixie and the magnacut crossbar. Oh! A few years ago i won one of your GAWs and i hope you know that i cherish the blue kershaw dividend you sent. You added a note that really picked up my spirit during a tough time. I didn't get to say thank you at the time so I hope it isn't too late 🍺❤
I've been trying a lot of knives and I've back where I've started 20yrs or so: if not smal Victorinox Huntsman in my pocket, then Mora 2/0 on my neck. That's more than I need on a daily task. Oh and don't forget that Benchmade Bugout is the best folding knife to the day!
Very nice small blade video! I would like to mention a fixed blade with an EDC friendly 7cm blade from CRKT that I carry around with me as a professional cook: The CRKT "Biwa". Comes either with a leather sheath or a kydex neck/belt sheath. You can slip it in any pocket or pouch with the sheath, due to its featherweight small dimensions, and nobody yelps out in fright when you purpose it in a public setting. It's almost invisible.
Great video! I’ve got a Mora Eldris for hiking but the jury’s still out on it. It’s light, but very thick. It’s too bulky to be a neck knife. I can put a belt loop on it, but it’s almost the size of a belt knife anyway. I feel like it’s more of a bag knife. But that’s not really what I want a knife to be!
BLADE ADDICT...some good options in there I picked up the Tops CAT after watching you video, works for to check those boxes, highly agree compact fixed blade very good EDC options, why limit pair it with a folder, or two, or three...yep addict, right tool for the job.
I often pocket carry an LT Wright Frontier Valley in A2 with Delta Sheath's pocket sheath for the BRK Mini Gunny. Really affordable for a durable in pocket setup.
Depends on the size. I'm more an Indoorsman, than an Outdoorsman, and I think something around 3" made out of cool steel (like a Spyderco Mule) could be cool. I even have two. I have a couple Mora's too that are incredible value knives.
I was surprised you did not show the Big I Design LookOut. Everyone has their own opinion but I think it is one of the best EDC fix blade knives ever made. Great video as always keep up the up-to-date, informative, and cutting edge videos.
The TOPS Backpackers Bowie has been my EDC for a couple years now. The shorter handle doesn’t poke me in the ribs, and it allows me to EDC a 4” fixed blade easily. Really underrated.
Creely Mako in magnacut with it's leather pocket sheath, best edc I've ever used. So comfortable in the hand and like a feather in the pocket. Not for bushcraft but can do 95% of the duties on a small ranch. And just about anything from Tkell makes great pocket fixies.
Thanks for this, Aaron. I think you've got into pocket fixed blades to compensate for the loss of neck knives in your life. Sorry, had to troll a little. 🙃 Seiously though, I loved every minute of this romp, as I've been in love with small fixed blades for a while. I still recommend the Ruike Hornet, if you can find one.
Recently switched to a fixed blade as an edc after having a benchmade folder fail on me and cut me to the bone. Second time in 12 years and I probably won’t go back to a folder. Would like to get your take on the Esee xancudo and the cr2.5 as I’ve been rotating between both.
I think you’d be impressed with the Spyderco Street Beat. I’ve had mine for several years. Good for hiking/camping and also small enough for EDC. VG-10 and a decent price.
I've been carrying a small fixed blade for years now, started when I had a folder close on my hand (i am wrong handed and liner locks and frame locks don't work because its too easy for your index finger to depress the lock). the Ka bar becker neck knife in a sharpshooter pocket sheath is my go to, I put a wood handle on the knife and it is comfy as hell in the hand. I also keep a Mora in the car for instances where I might need a little more (never have) Mostly larger than 2 or three inches is uncomfortable to carry. imo.
My favorite small fix blade is Compliance Edge henchman in 3V for when I’m in town or for places I can’t carry my go to which is Architect Knives 6.5 in 3V Great vid -KV
ESEE Pacaya... get one, amazing little blade. Traded out the stock kydex belt loop for a spare ESEE 3 clip plate--it attaches just fine with rubber spacers between the clip plate and stock kydex sheath. The Pacaya has thin stock, a very fine edge, 3v steel, and throws sparks like a champ. It bumped my Izula 2 from my belt.
@@SummitScene I have the Izzy 2 (TKC handles) as well, and the neck on the Izzy 2 is thinner that the Pacaya. The Pacaya handles are thin, but pretty close to the fullness at the back end of the Izzy 2 handles, and stay full the entire length. I find the Pacaya more comfortable.
@@anthonykammas3276 Thanks for getting back to me with such a detailed description of the Pacaya handle. It really helps in my knife-buying decision making.
I have become a big fan of a small fixed blade. I started with a cheapo crkt. With a sheath in the right position, its so convenient to use the knife, and put it away with one hand. No messing around with a locking mechanism on a folder.
I've carried the Cold Steel Braveheart neck knife a few times. Its a decent knife. But a tad to long. Plus there are always going to be people who are freaked out by any kind of sheath knife. Big or small. My new pocket knife for EDC, is the Cold Steel Voyager Drop Point, with 4 inch, or medium sized blade. It has the triad lock so I'm not worried about the knife closing on my hand. And the handle is big enough to feel good when carrying. I have three Cold Steel neck knives now, and frankly I have to be in the right mood to carry them. My Voyager Drop Point, is in my pocket every day. Stay sharp and stay safe.
I may not be a true mini, but the Ontario Rat 3 works great. I can use it for light prying along with regular cutting, its thin enough to get into tighter places, but still tall enough to get a wider pry area of leverage
One of the areas of fixed blades knives that has received some really good attention over the past couple of years has been the 'EDC' fixed blade. Lots of great choices now available with good carry options. Personally not a fan of carrying a fixed blade on body but almost always carry a small fixed blade in my EDC bags. The Ruike F815 Hornet is my favourite but I also have a couple of small Enzo/Brisa knives that I really like. Sometimes you just need the sturdiness of a fixed blade. Sharp blades all.
@JustinCase-em6ql I tried buttoning with it. Got stuck most of the time, but it was still fun to do. I'm looking at grabbing a TOPS SAW 2 to add to the rotation with the delta
Nice video. I’ve been carrying a small fixed blade for a while. My current carry is a MKM TPF. But I’ve carried tiny fixed blades like a Bark River Micro Canadian. I’m glad you’re showing Joker Knives. They’re a good value. I have another Spanish knife coming from Nieto Knives. I hope it’s decent.
Blade addict haha Awesome vid, lots of options and comparisons, small edc fixies are great. Cool to see this topic being covered with a longer style vid, good stuff, cheers👍👍
For the last few years my focus on knife collecting has definitely veered towards small fixed blades, in part to backfill the large hole in my collection and in part because they're great to use. As you said, it can be hard to find a decent length in the handles when the blade gets shorter.
Absolutely love the small fixed blade knives would totally rock that mini Demko knife very similar to the cold steel super edge just wish they were made with better steel and handle material.
Blade addict! Agree with you about the Izula. I think it was one of the first small fixed of that size but I rarely carry it anymore. But I have given up on small fixed. They just don’t offer as much for me as Cold Steel’s AD series.
I collect American made fix blades, and as far as my every day carry it’s the RMJ Tactical up close and personal. I live in Tennessee, though, and I have no problems carrying a larger belt knife. 0:29 Folding knives are already broken.
Super blade addict...I have a lot, lot of fixed blades. But, out of all my blades I carry a Lionsteel H2 horizontally on my belt. You won't see me without it. The leather sheath runs the whole knife so it does not sag on my belt but stays in place. Yet it is easy to deploy. The blade is 2.95 so it is legal to carry in Colorado where I live. You should look at the H1 and H2. I think you would like them.
Great video Aaron as always! 👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻 I’m so glad someone is addressing this issue as so many are so wrapped up in folders. For most folks particularly city people folders are a fine choice as they will handle the most challenging chores that these people have which is opening their Amazon packages. If you’re using your knife for more strenuous tasks or for defensive purposes, there’s no substitute for a small fixed blade knife. Items to consider: 1. A folding knife is already already broken. Like it or not you have two pieces that move together I don’t care what folder it is. There’s always a chance of that breaking. If you’re doing light duty. 2. Quick deployment. A 9:23 s a longtime practitioner of Sayoc Kali. You can always get a fixed blade out faster than a folder when you lose motor skills it’s often too difficult to even open a folder 3. Keeping the knife clean. If you’re doing any sort of work with your knife, where the knife can get dirty, bloody, sweaty or muddy folder is always going to be more difficult to clean. As such more chance of us getting in places that’s not an issue with blades as well as functionality issues. Should the knife get dirty or gritty. In the end, you need to pick the right tool for the right job. I have more folders and fixed blades than I can ever use and count and I find myself over and over gravitating to all fixed blades, regardless of size.
Interesting points. However, remember, 80% of Americans live in an urban area. Which means those who EDC do so primarily in an urban area - which is ripe for a folding knife (compact, out of sight, light duty tasks). An EDC knife, by definition, is for EVERY DAY tasks. Again, for most people that is a utility function (open boxes/mail, cut string, open mulch bags, etc). ANY knife can be used for self-defense and I would argue that most knife attacks in America are probably folders OR fixed kitchen knives.
80% live in cities: Sad, but I guess someone’s got to live there! Self defense with a folder: you better practice deployment everyday. Most fumble and drop under stress.
@@Mortem_Tyrannis_24 " ...you better practice deployment everyday. Most fumble and drop under stress." Based on what evidence? I doubt there are fast draw knife fights.
When I think of "pocket fixed blade" I think of neck knife category with handles and a pocket sheath and more in the pocket scalpel category. I'm thinking of my AG Russell Woodswalker, Victorinox Birdbeak Fruit Knife, Fred Perrin Neck Bowie (awesome sleeper especially with handle scales). If I need bigger then I just jump to 4" to 5" belt carry.
Blade addict. Great info. I've been EDCing the MKC/Fieldcraft Survival knife and I'm really loving the fixed blade carry. My Emerson folders are starting to feel left out lol
I always carry a small fixed blade and a folder. I carried a BK16 for 10yrs or more until it didnt resemble a BK16 anymore. Now i keep a Esse 4 tactical with serrations for the past 3yrs and i rotate my folders. I prefer 1095 after all these yrs and i like when my knife becomes part of muscle memory. Esse has such a good warranty when i feel ive used it to death ill just send it in for another for nothing. I dont need super steels.
Blade addict checking in here. I carry the Bradford guardian 3 in AEB-L steel. I ordered a sheath from oak city leather supply so I could pocket carry it. Such a great blade for edc.
If you like more Scout carry or weak/strong side horizontal belt carry, the Kizer Harpoon / Kizer Harpoon Mini are both amazing. Full size is a little big for me for EDC unless I am really going to be using my knife a ton (or camping). Mini is perfect for EDC but the sheath needs a way to attach out of the box.
Bladeaddict! I have been edging a small fixed blade for awhile now, not because I need to but because I love blades,lol. I carry a folder in my right front pocket, a small fixes blades in the waistband on my back right, a small flaslight in my left pocket and a pouch with my multitool and othe things on my back left side. I like to have things on me al the time, I feel named without them even if I don't use them all the time. Like to be prepared.
@gideonstactical Great video! More small EDC options please. I have a shit ton of folders and love quite a few of them. And I've also been EDC'ing a small fixed blade (of which I have a few) for a couple of years in addition to a folder. All of your rationale is valid and my interest in this segment is increasing, so would love to see this covered more often. Thanks
I’m currently carrying a TOPS El Pionero in 1095, or a DPX H.E.A.T. Hiker in 1095. Both incredibly compact and comfortable to carry, sometimes I carry both! I prefer carbon steel by far for its ease of sharpening, keenness of edge and flexibility. It’s cheaper usually too. The DPX HEAT was $125.00 in S30v I believe, and in 1095 it cost $75.00, this was in winter so it might be more expensive now. There’s so many options for a fixed blade EDC these days, and you really don’t need to buy the most expensive fancy ones with the highest edge holding possible with. Cold Steel has the 4” Razor-Tek in 4116 Stainless for around $45.00. I know, 4116 isn’t the best steel, but it’s perfectly functional and if you know how to sharpen a knife or have the ability to get it sharpened you’ll be fine. I use a diamond sharpener and a homemade strop with green chrome compound. Gets shaving sharp. The ESEE Sencillo in A2 is amazingly comfortable and A2 is great steel and super tough. It’s at the high end of my budget nowadays however. Yeah Boker has some great knives at great prices, Bear & Son has the Constant neck knife in Damascus steel around $115 and their Damascus steel is great, I carried one of their Damascus knives for years and miss that wickedly sharp edge.
I use short fixed blade knives as my edc. My experience is that the 3-3.5 inch blade length is ideal. The handle and sheath are key. As far as striking a fire steal or bushcraft I just don’t care about that in this use case. I prefer a scandi grind because I want the extra material in the blade as prying, twisting, and other things that a metal bar can be used for come up as often as cutting does. Without those benefits I’d just carry a folder. As far as steal I don’t put as much thought into that as others do but I keep it in my pocket so I don’t want something that is going to rust easily.
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Blade Addict!!! Thanks for the great videos!!!❤❤❤
You didn't mention the Kabar Globetrotter.
thank you for this video. More and more I am learning the benefits of fixed blade knives 👍
What was the knife at 1:56-1:57?
@@scotthumphrey99 7:47 8:18 8:18 8:19 8:20 😅8:20
Blade guy here. It's like a never ending chase for the best knives
So true, before the Internet people just made do with one knife for their whole lives 😂.
Honestly, you're right. It's a never-ending endeavor. However, after years of experience and trying new things, eventually, you can narrow your options down to what works for you. It's all about trial and error 👍
I stopped at a sebenza. Could not improve over that magical of a knife
Amen! I’m not a knife guy, as they say, but been carrying a Buck 110 either in a sheath or pocket since 1977. It does it all, open boxes, carve a pointed stick or butter my biscuit at the dinner table. Also got me out of a couple physical alterations in younger days.
Just one knife. That’s it.
Gotta love a Buck 110!
Blade addict, here. I carry an Esee Izula in s35vn or a 3-D Bradford Guardian 3 in m390 with the Bradford taco style kydex sheath. I use Ulti-clip slim 3.3 for both. I have a lot of others, too, but I can't stop carrying my two favorites. Cheers!
Another big up for the Izula!!
Small, easy to carry in multiple way and almost indestructible
Between the Esee and the Bradford, which do you like more and why? Both have been on my watch list.
@@btuthill9653 The Izula. The leather sheath for the Guardian is nice, but too bulky and annoying to get the knife out. The kydex sheath and Ulti-clip together are another $55.00. That's on top of the $156 cost of the knife itself. They're both great performers, but bang-for-buck goes to the Izula in s35vn.
@@troycvar80 thank you!
I used to watch the channel a ton. I have fell off the knife game over the past years and have been researching an edc fixed blade and came back here. I love that your integrity and honesty are still clearly important. You aren't pushing only one brand. You bring up things that I feel others often miss. The format is different but I think that is just you just fine tuning your craft and getting better content creation. To be clear not a bad thing at all. Thank you for being honest and genuine.
I'm glad you're back! It's important to me that people trust my opinion and I'm always trying to find new ways to improve the videos. You the viewers are the most important thing. That’s why I started the channel on the first place.
Personally, I’ve already bought into the idea of carrying a small fixed blade as a part of my EDC. Each day out of the house, I carry a Condor Compact Kephart Fixed Blade Knife with me. At 3.5 ounces with a carbon steel 2.6” drop point blade and overall length of 5.5 inches this knife is very useful for essential camp tasks. Comes with a custom leather sheath with belt clip. It is small, lightweight, functional and sharp.
Are you a condor salesman
@@gregkis No sir. I do not sell Condor knives. I am just a very satisfied customer who carries and uses a Condor Compact Kephart fixed blade everyday. This is a small, but very useable knife. Lightweight and carries easily on the belt on in the pocket in the handcrafted leather sheath. I have much more expensive fixed blade knives that do not perform as well as this one for everyday uses. It is not a bushcraft knife. It is not a good hunting knife. But it is an excellent everyday carry knife. JMO.
I also own and appreciate Condor Compact Kephart. I liked it before I ordered it and it's better, more simple in person than I thought it would be. S' good. I want to try Mora Eldris
Definitely a blade addict. I really prefer to carry a fixed blade, but of course size and sheaths tend to hinder that. Thanks for sharing and keep on doing that thing you do.
My go-to is my White River M1 Backpacker Pro in Magnacut. I was planning to grab the standard version and the day I went to purchase was the day they offered that steel, felt like I hit a jackpot
White River - can't go wrong.
Great knife. I have one also except not in Magnacut.
Same here EDCing, it’s perfect
I love my M1 I took a little bit of paracord and ran it through the bottom 2 holes on the kydex sheath to make a loop I pass it through a belt loop and just the the knife dangle in my front pocket. All you have to do is feel for the cord and it will come right out of the pocket
This is my EDC as well. It's so good I sleep with it in the pocket of my gym shorts.
I grew up in a small farm town and we all carried a knife all the time for whatever task came up. We felt naked without a knife on us. My current EDC is a Benchmade Super Freek. It's a bigger pocket knife that can handle a lot of tasks. I also carry one of three smaller fixed blades. The smallest one is the WhiteRiver Backpacker Pro in S30V steel. Great little fixed blade that takes a really fine edge. Next is a small custom Kephart knife that I made for myself out of an old Nicholson file. 3" blade and 4" handle with a high saber grind. Super utility knife that can do everything I need a knife to do. I think the steel is W2. It's as tough as D2 but gets as sharp as O1. Lastly is a Bradford Guardian 3.5 in Magnacut that is solely used for personal protection. It's the perfect size for this and the shape allows for stabbing or slicing. It just depends on where I'm going and plan on doing as to which fixed blade gets carried in my front pocket.
I have hundreds of knives, fixed blade and folders, and my most used knife is the Leatherman free k2. Has everything i need on it 99% of the time, and the only change i would make is to make the blade magnacut but it still holds up well for what i use it for
I have been using the CRKT Neck knife for two years now I was really impressed even though it’s cheap. It’s on my neck all the time with me. We have a big Homestead and I find that I use it quite often better quality than I thought for a $26 knife.
I picked one of those up recently as well. Great little knife.
Found the cold steel Pendleton mini hunter in 3V fills my want of a smaller fixed blade for pocket carry. Removed the belt hanger from the sheath, it seemed a ridiculous mount for a smaller fixed blade, and added a pocket/belt clip to the sheath. Now the purchase is a bit small (I have XL hand), but the rubberized grip makes the little finger hang over less of an issue. The 3V gave me a great steel on a pocket carry fixed blade, and best of all I got it on a midwayusa sale price of $55. Keep up the great work.
great knife... even though it is currently twice that price here in france :( ...
@@hardlygrooving4221 don't want to dance on your pricing, but midwayusa has a huge cold steel sale on right now, and the 3V mini Pendleton hunter is $49.99.... but you can't ship that to France!
For us older guys who have joint problems a fix blade is the way to go
Buck alpha scout with the rich lite was slick. A year or two back. S35 a still a solid performer.
I’ve been carrying the Bradford Guardian 3 lately and love it. For a while it was the RMJ UCAP
Very nice! Bradford Knives are great quality
Bradford & RMJ - both great brand choices. Never used a UCAP but from images look like a hard user in a smallish package.
@@gideonstacticalare you gonna buy the new Benchmade Dacian today?
1095 will be my go to steel forever it's never failed me on any of my 10+ years old knives
I absolutely love the ESEE Sencillo in MagcaCut. Its $150 and its both heat and cryo treated to 62-63HRC. Not to mention it has ESEE's limitless lifetime warranty. i love the size and shape
The Ursus Cub is one of my top edc fixed blades personally. I switched out the handle scales for some Carrol’s Customs scales which completely covers the tangs. I also rock out an Armatus sheath. Those two are highly suggested
Self defense is already covered in a front pocket. Effectively, with multiple "blunt" edge projectiles🙂 I have been considering a fixed edge for a replacement to a folder. Great video ! Thank you.
Marbles 😂
Picked up a Kizer Deckhand earlier this year. Tossed an ulticlip on it and couldn't find anywhere reasonable to put it until I tried my front pocket. Fits like a glove, easy to deploy, safer to stash. Real game changer.
I'd like to make a recommendation for those looking to get in to carrying an edc fixed-blade. The Ozark Trail 8.66 inch fixed blade can be had for less than $10 and is pretty decent quality, with a really good sheath. I've carried one for a good little bit, and it has yet to disappoint.
Blade addict, here. From México. of all those knives i have the joker erizo, and its amazing.
Thank you for mentioning the Mora. Too many other knife guys are elitist and think that $300 is affordable budget knifes. I use knives for butchering at work by the way.
My favorite 2 small edc fixed blades are the 2 watchman knives off Amazon. 14c28n and whoever makes them takes pride in their work. Every part of them is done up just perfect. I like the sheaths and belt clasps even which is rare for me.
Adoro i coltelli della watchman.
L'acciaio Sandvik 14c28n ha una buona tenuta del filo e si riaffila in un attimo. Inoltre hanno un prezzo davvero basso e offrono il manico in micarta e il fodero in kydex.
Saluti dall'Italia. 😉
Im still on the Izula 1, great hard use knife for its size. I keep the hole unwrapped for quick deployment. I have also sharpened a 15mil swedge.
I have gifted a bunch of Izula 1 to infantry soldiers and got great feedback.( Also esee 3mil and 4) for those that preferred larger knives).
Thank you for the video! Been carrying small fixed blades a long time. My go to length is around 5 inches 3 finger grip. Great size for pocket carry. Currently been using a QSP canary.
My personal favorite is a l66 western, four n half inch high carbon, dated to the fifties I paid fifty at a flea market. 😊
I just picked up the Efengroe 121 3” blade I’ve trying out as new type of EDC carry it’s cool a very different as I’ve only carried a pocket knife for 50 plus yrs newer experience and I’m liking it 😎🇺🇸🤙🏼
From one blade addict to another this was a great video one of your best
Thanks for the kind words!
I am addicted! And very appreciate this video. I saw here the knife I didnt know about but fell in love with it instantly. The knife is Buck Alpha Hunter Pro. I found and enjoed Your previous video about this beauty and started to search the knife stores in Czechia (Europe). And luckily I found one piece on discount sale for 4251 CZK which means about 175 USD. The knife is ordered and paid for and I am looking forward to it. Thanks a lot for Your work and valuable advices. Stay sharp!
Awesome!!!! 😎
I mostly pocket carry my Overland Sport, and for the most part it works. But for my L-XL hands, I like it when a blade handle fills out my hands, so every now and then I carry my ESEE 3 in an Armatus taco sheath and, I have to say, it's an underrated solution for edc-ing a fixed blade. The flat micarta scales help it disappear in my pocket, yet I have a somewhat bigger knife now. Try it. It's great! Great video! Blade addict out.
Nice!!!
I EDC the kizer begleiter fixed blade horizontaly on the front of my belt for easy deployment and I love it my favorite EDC fixed blade so far
Great video Aaron. Strong options for sure. I have a Montana mini-Speedgoat, the Ursus Cub, several Mora's, however I am a fan of the Izula. I own at least 4 of them.
In my opinion and use, they are the perfect size capable of most tasks. They can be made very minimal in size and carry friendly, or can be slightly increased in size for most utility duties (minus chopping.) The Izula remains my EDC of choice. Blade addict. 👍
Blade addict, well said, great video,
Tj Schwarz is all you need Lt5 and a overland got you covered all day
If the Mora Basic says 'carbon' on the blade it's a 511. If it says 'Stainless' on the blade its a 546. The smaller Eldris (and Eldris light duty) only comes in stainless. I don't EDC a fixed blade but just a very simple SAK and a mini multitool. I don't live or work on a farm but I'm a survival instructor. So when I go out into the bush, backpacking, hiking, etc. I add a small fixed blade camp knife and full size multitool to my outdoor EDC. The reason for it is it's stronger and easier to clean (as you mentioned). I don't carry them on my belt but they go in my daypack. In these last 2 years I spend 5 months backpacking rural Thailand, living and cooking with families. I've spend time in Colombia also the same way. All I brought extra was a Mora Basic 546 or Hultafors RFR and that's all you need. Of course stainless because you don't want to have to babysit your knife.
It's a MORA "ROBUST" in Britain
On all fairness on the benchmade, you did take the lanyard off, and it does help take it out of the sheath.
Put a snake knot lanyard on benchmade you'll pull it right out.
i’ve been waiting for so long for the joker avispa to make its appearance on this channel. i love that knife, i take camping, fishing and even to work. excellent little knife for not that much money. also i cut the lanyard and made a knot at the end as sort of an extension to the handle and it’s perfect
I’ve been wanting the avispa for a while, how do you like the short blade length? Is it still long enough to do some light meal prep around camp etc??
@@LostTrailX well it is noticeable sometimes, but honestly i didn’t mind it much. i’ve used it from gutting trout to chopping vegetables. the only time i’ve really seen the downside of it was when i wanted to slice some tomatoes that were pretty big. but other than that i find myself grabbing that knife almost every time
@@AlexEd07095 Awesome!! how’s the heat treat good edge retention??
@@LostTrailX no complaints there either. but i do have the habit of stropping the knife after a camping trip even if nothing changes in terms of sharpness
Its cool to see Kershaw coming out with sweet designs lately. I like that fixie and the magnacut crossbar.
Oh! A few years ago i won one of your GAWs and i hope you know that i cherish the blue kershaw dividend you sent. You added a note that really picked up my spirit during a tough time. I didn't get to say thank you at the time so I hope it isn't too late 🍺❤
I've been trying a lot of knives and I've back where I've started 20yrs or so: if not smal Victorinox Huntsman in my pocket, then Mora 2/0 on my neck. That's more than I need on a daily task. Oh and don't forget that Benchmade Bugout is the best folding knife to the day!
I really like the Buck 113 for when I know I’m going to be using. For a just in case minimalist I like the White River ATK.
Love small fixed blades. The Fallkniven WM1 was my gateway. So slim in the pocket. Now I have a bunch of 3in and under fixies.
Very timely, just ordered my first edc fixed blade this week.
Hope you enjoy it! What are you going to be using
Very nice small blade video!
I would like to mention a fixed blade with an EDC friendly 7cm blade from CRKT that I carry around with me as a professional cook: The CRKT "Biwa". Comes either with a leather sheath or a kydex neck/belt sheath. You can slip it in any pocket or pouch with the sheath, due to its featherweight small dimensions, and nobody yelps out in fright when you purpose it in a public setting. It's almost invisible.
Great video! I’ve got a Mora Eldris for hiking but the jury’s still out on it. It’s light, but very thick. It’s too bulky to be a neck knife. I can put a belt loop on it, but it’s almost the size of a belt knife anyway. I feel like it’s more of a bag knife. But that’s not really what I want a knife to be!
Aaron ... Thank you for this timely video. Exactly what I have been researching as of late.
Glad I hit it on the head for you. I hope you find the right Edc blade.
BLADE ADDICT...some good options in there I picked up the Tops CAT after watching you video, works for to check those boxes, highly agree compact fixed blade very good EDC options, why limit pair it with a folder, or two, or three...yep addict, right tool for the job.
I often pocket carry an LT Wright Frontier Valley in A2 with Delta Sheath's pocket sheath for the BRK Mini Gunny. Really affordable for a durable in pocket setup.
Depends on the size. I'm more an Indoorsman, than an Outdoorsman, and I think something around 3" made out of cool steel (like a Spyderco Mule) could be cool. I even have two. I have a couple Mora's too that are incredible value knives.
I was surprised you did not show the Big I Design LookOut. Everyone has their own opinion but I think it is one of the best EDC fix blade knives ever made. Great video as always keep up the up-to-date, informative, and cutting edge videos.
I appreciate your videos they are top-notch
Your my go to on reviews. Keep up great work!…Blade addict 🔪💪
Glad you like the content! Really appreciate the support.
The TOPS Backpackers Bowie has been my EDC for a couple years now. The shorter handle doesn’t poke me in the ribs, and it allows me to EDC a 4” fixed blade easily. Really underrated.
Creely Mako in magnacut with it's leather pocket sheath, best edc I've ever used. So comfortable in the hand and like a feather in the pocket. Not for bushcraft but can do 95% of the duties on a small ranch. And just about anything from Tkell makes great pocket fixies.
One of my friends has a Creely and you're 100% right with the ergos - melts into the hands.
Great video. On my way to SMKW today and this definitely gave some things to consider. Thanks for all you do!
Awesome! Have some fun there great shop from what I’ve heard
Thanks for this, Aaron. I think you've got into pocket fixed blades to compensate for the loss of neck knives in your life. Sorry, had to troll a little. 🙃 Seiously though, I loved every minute of this romp, as I've been in love with small fixed blades for a while. I still recommend the Ruike Hornet, if you can find one.
Recently switched to a fixed blade as an edc after having a benchmade folder fail on me and cut me to the bone. Second time in 12 years and I probably won’t go back to a folder. Would like to get your take on the Esee xancudo and the cr2.5 as I’ve been rotating between both.
I think you’d be impressed with the Spyderco Street Beat. I’ve had mine for several years. Good for hiking/camping and also small enough for EDC. VG-10 and a decent price.
I've been carrying a small fixed blade for years now, started when I had a folder close on my hand (i am wrong handed and liner locks and frame locks don't work because its too easy for your index finger to depress the lock). the Ka bar becker neck knife in a sharpshooter pocket sheath is my go to, I put a wood handle on the knife and it is comfy as hell in the hand. I also keep a Mora in the car for instances where I might need a little more (never have) Mostly larger than 2 or three inches is uncomfortable to carry. imo.
My favorite small fix blade is Compliance Edge henchman in 3V for when I’m in town or for places I can’t carry my go to which is Architect Knives 6.5 in 3V
Great vid -KV
Blade addict absolute. Love your videos because they give great info to help in the decision process of my next blade.
Awesome so glad to hear
ESEE Pacaya... get one, amazing little blade. Traded out the stock kydex belt loop for a spare ESEE 3 clip plate--it attaches just fine with rubber spacers between the clip plate and stock kydex sheath. The Pacaya has thin stock, a very fine edge, 3v steel, and throws sparks like a champ. It bumped my Izula 2 from my belt.
Are the handle ergos on the Pacaya just as comfortable as the Izula 2? (I have L/XL size hands.)
@@SummitScene I have the Izzy 2 (TKC handles) as well, and the neck on the Izzy 2 is thinner that the Pacaya. The Pacaya handles are thin, but pretty close to the fullness at the back end of the Izzy 2 handles, and stay full the entire length. I find the Pacaya more comfortable.
@@anthonykammas3276 Thanks for getting back to me with such a detailed description of the Pacaya handle. It really helps in my knife-buying decision making.
I have become a big fan of a small fixed blade. I started with a cheapo crkt. With a sheath in the right position, its so convenient to use the knife, and put it away with one hand. No messing around with a locking mechanism on a folder.
My go to smaller fixie is the Bastinelli R.E.D. V2. That blade offers everything, EDC, Tactical, Buschcraft, Survival, Self Defense. Cheers!
Always carry a Knive looking into fixed blade found your channel very interesting and informative thanks
Thanks for watching!
I carry the winkler’s SD1 with a soft strap @ 2 o’clock on the belt. Love a small fixed.
Carry my TKell Piranha in my pocket every single day. Absolutely love the blade and the company!
I've carried the Cold Steel Braveheart neck knife a few times. Its a decent knife. But a tad to long. Plus there are always going to be people who are freaked out by any kind of sheath knife. Big or small. My new pocket knife for EDC, is the Cold Steel Voyager Drop Point, with 4 inch, or medium sized blade. It has the triad lock so I'm not worried about the knife closing on my hand. And the handle is big enough to feel good when carrying. I have three Cold Steel neck knives now, and frankly I have to be in the right mood to carry them. My Voyager Drop Point, is in my pocket every day. Stay sharp and stay safe.
EDC blade addict!!! Great video.
I may not be a true mini, but the Ontario Rat 3 works great. I can use it for light prying along with regular cutting, its thin enough to get into tighter places, but still tall enough to get a wider pry area of leverage
One of the areas of fixed blades knives that has received some really good attention over the past couple of years has been the 'EDC' fixed blade. Lots of great choices now available with good carry options. Personally not a fan of carrying a fixed blade on body but almost always carry a small fixed blade in my EDC bags. The Ruike F815 Hornet is my favourite but I also have a couple of small Enzo/Brisa knives that I really like. Sometimes you just need the sturdiness of a fixed blade. Sharp blades all.
I've been doing a TOPS delta unit 3 as my wknd edc for while. Great knife, perhaps a little small of a blade, but the handle is perfect
I have that thick little beast, too.
We're freaks for owning that bizarre little tank.
@JustinCase-em6ql I tried buttoning with it. Got stuck most of the time, but it was still fun to do. I'm looking at grabbing a TOPS SAW 2 to add to the rotation with the delta
Nice video. I’ve been carrying a small fixed blade for a while. My current carry is a MKM TPF. But I’ve carried tiny fixed blades like a Bark River Micro Canadian. I’m glad you’re showing Joker Knives. They’re a good value. I have another Spanish knife coming from Nieto Knives. I hope it’s decent.
Montana knives are never in stock so what’s the point? Too many excellent options out there to fool around with that
Blade addict haha Awesome vid, lots of options and comparisons, small edc fixies are great. Cool to see this topic being covered with a longer style vid, good stuff, cheers👍👍
Was just thinking it felt like I hadn’t seen a video in a bit, clicked on your channel and bam! You drop a vid.
Glad you landed on this one.
For the last few years my focus on knife collecting has definitely veered towards small fixed blades, in part to backfill the large hole in my collection and in part because they're great to use. As you said, it can be hard to find a decent length in the handles when the blade gets shorter.
Absolutely love the small fixed blade knives would totally rock that mini Demko knife very similar to the cold steel super edge just wish they were made with better steel and handle material.
Blade addict! Agree with you about the Izula. I think it was one of the first small fixed of that size but I rarely carry it anymore. But I have given up on small fixed. They just don’t offer as much for me as Cold Steel’s AD series.
Thanks for making it this far my friend! AD series are great
With a belt any of these can be edc and i wear a belt everyday. Cross draw/scout cary right across the front on my left side of the belt
Great production quality, my dude. Presentation, audio, b-roll, all on point...good stuff! Subbed!
Thanks and that means a lot! Welcome to the GT crew
I collect American made fix blades, and as far as my every day carry it’s the RMJ Tactical up close and personal. I live in Tennessee, though, and I have no problems carrying a larger belt knife. 0:29 Folding knives are already broken.
Super blade addict...I have a lot, lot of fixed blades. But, out of all my blades I carry a Lionsteel H2 horizontally on my belt. You won't see me without it. The leather sheath runs the whole knife so it does not sag on my belt but stays in place. Yet it is easy to deploy. The blade is 2.95 so it is legal to carry in Colorado where I live. You should look at the H1 and H2. I think you would like them.
Great video Aaron as always! 👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I’m so glad someone is addressing this issue as so many are so wrapped up in folders. For most folks particularly city people folders are a fine choice as they will handle the most challenging chores that these people have which is opening their Amazon packages. If you’re using your knife for more strenuous tasks or for defensive purposes, there’s no substitute for a small fixed blade knife. Items to consider:
1. A folding knife is already already broken. Like it or not you have two pieces that move together I don’t care what folder it is. There’s always a chance of that breaking. If you’re doing light duty.
2. Quick deployment. A 9:23 s a longtime practitioner of Sayoc Kali. You can always get a fixed blade out faster than a folder when you lose motor skills it’s often too difficult to even open a folder
3. Keeping the knife clean. If you’re doing any sort of work with your knife, where the knife can get dirty, bloody, sweaty or muddy folder is always going to be more difficult to clean. As such more chance of us getting in places that’s not an issue with blades as well as functionality issues. Should the knife get dirty or gritty.
In the end, you need to pick the right tool for the right job. I have more folders and fixed blades than I can ever use and count and I find myself over and over gravitating to all fixed blades, regardless of size.
Interesting points. However, remember, 80% of Americans live in an urban area. Which means those who EDC do so primarily in an urban area - which is ripe for a folding knife (compact, out of sight, light duty tasks). An EDC knife, by definition, is for EVERY DAY tasks. Again, for most people that is a utility function (open boxes/mail, cut string, open mulch bags, etc). ANY knife can be used for self-defense and I would argue that most knife attacks in America are probably folders OR fixed kitchen knives.
80% live in cities: Sad, but I guess someone’s got to live there!
Self defense with a folder: you better practice deployment everyday. Most fumble and drop under stress.
@@Mortem_Tyrannis_24 " ...you better practice deployment everyday. Most fumble and drop under stress."
Based on what evidence? I doubt there are fast draw knife fights.
Combat Arnis here. Same conclusion
@@Mortem_Tyrannis_24I practice a lot. (FMA) under pressure. I will still fumble 1-3 out of 10 when being attacked.
When I think of "pocket fixed blade" I think of neck knife category with handles and a pocket sheath and more in the pocket scalpel category. I'm thinking of my AG Russell Woodswalker, Victorinox Birdbeak Fruit Knife, Fred Perrin Neck Bowie (awesome sleeper especially with handle scales). If I need bigger then I just jump to 4" to 5" belt carry.
Blade addict. Great info. I've been EDCing the MKC/Fieldcraft Survival knife and I'm really loving the fixed blade carry. My Emerson folders are starting to feel left out lol
I always carry a small fixed blade and a folder. I carried a BK16 for 10yrs or more until it didnt resemble a BK16 anymore. Now i keep a Esse 4 tactical with serrations for the past 3yrs and i rotate my folders. I prefer 1095 after all these yrs and i like when my knife becomes part of muscle memory. Esse has such a good warranty when i feel ive used it to death ill just send it in for another for nothing. I dont need super steels.
Mkm tango has been my go to
Blade addict checking in here. I carry the Bradford guardian 3 in AEB-L steel. I ordered a sheath from oak city leather supply so I could pocket carry it. Such a great blade for edc.
Very nice and thanks for making it that far on the video
If you like more Scout carry or weak/strong side horizontal belt carry, the Kizer Harpoon / Kizer Harpoon Mini are both amazing. Full size is a little big for me for EDC unless I am really going to be using my knife a ton (or camping). Mini is perfect for EDC but the sheath needs a way to attach out of the box.
So new so interesting to me. You have quite a taste for edc knives. What a great video 🍻🔪
Definitely some good choices. I personally like the White River firecraft 3.5 in S35VN and Esee Xancudo with Armatus sheath.
Bladeaddict! I have been edging a small fixed blade for awhile now, not because I need to but because I love blades,lol. I carry a folder in my right front pocket, a small fixes blades in the waistband on my back right, a small flaslight in my left pocket and a pouch with my multitool and othe things on my back left side. I like to have things on me al the time, I feel named without them even if I don't use them all the time. Like to be prepared.
M1 caper by white river knives is amazing
I love my Ferrum Forge Lackey. It’s small but effortless to carry
@gideonstactical Great video! More small EDC options please. I have a shit ton of folders and love quite a few of them. And I've also been EDC'ing a small fixed blade (of which I have a few) for a couple of years in addition to a folder. All of your rationale is valid and my interest in this segment is increasing, so would love to see this covered more often. Thanks
Thanks! I'm really enjoying making these videos as well, and will keep them coming!
I’m currently carrying a TOPS El Pionero in 1095, or a DPX H.E.A.T. Hiker in 1095. Both incredibly compact and comfortable to carry, sometimes I carry both! I prefer carbon steel by far for its ease of sharpening, keenness of edge and flexibility. It’s cheaper usually too. The DPX HEAT was $125.00 in S30v I believe, and in 1095 it cost $75.00, this was in winter so it might be more expensive now. There’s so many options for a fixed blade EDC these days, and you really don’t need to buy the most expensive fancy ones with the highest edge holding possible with. Cold Steel has the 4” Razor-Tek in 4116 Stainless for around $45.00. I know, 4116 isn’t the best steel, but it’s perfectly functional and if you know how to sharpen a knife or have the ability to get it sharpened you’ll be fine. I use a diamond sharpener and a homemade strop with green chrome compound. Gets shaving sharp. The ESEE Sencillo in A2 is amazingly comfortable and A2 is great steel and super tough. It’s at the high end of my budget nowadays however. Yeah Boker has some great knives at great prices, Bear & Son has the Constant neck knife in Damascus steel around $115 and their Damascus steel is great, I carried one of their Damascus knives for years and miss that wickedly sharp edge.
I really like the kbar Karambit for edc. Both the small and large versions fit my hand very well. Primarily self defense mindset.
Most definitely a blade addict! Lots of good info!! Thanks!!!!
I carry a Bradford guardian 3 and bounce between that and a kizer smolt.
I use short fixed blade knives as my edc. My experience is that the 3-3.5 inch blade length is ideal. The handle and sheath are key. As far as striking a fire steal or bushcraft I just don’t care about that in this use case. I prefer a scandi grind because I want the extra material in the blade as prying, twisting, and other things that a metal bar can be used for come up as often as cutting does. Without those benefits I’d just carry a folder. As far as steal I don’t put as much thought into that as others do but I keep it in my pocket so I don’t want something that is going to rust easily.