20 recommended outdoor knives.
Recommended outdoor knives | Sheath knives
Mora knife companion MG carbon
An outdoor knife is recommended for those who value the price. It is reasonably priced but has excellent sharpness due to carbon steel. Not only for cooking but also for making feather sticks and chopping thin wood. It is easy to rust and takes time to clean, but it can be sharpened in a short time even if the blade has a long life and the sharpness deteriorates.
In addition to the easy-to-grip shape, the rubber material makes the grip non-slip. With a blade length of about 104 mm, it is easy to use and is suitable for camping and hiking. The weight of the knife alone is about 77g, which makes it easy to carry, and it is also a point that it does not put a burden on the arm even if it is used for a long time. Comes with light and easy-to-use plastic sheath.
Mora knife companion heavy-duty stainless steel
A durable and easy-to-use outdoor knife at a reasonable price. The blade is made of stainless steel, which is resistant to rust and has excellent durability. In addition, since the sheath is made of plastic and is resistant to water, it is recommended for use in scenes where it is easy to get wet, such as camping and fishing at the sea or riverside.
With a blade length of about 104 mm and a blade thickness of about 3.2 mm, it is a size that makes it easy to perform detailed work and can be widely used from cooking to crafting. Since it is relatively strong, it can be used for light chopping wood. The rubber grip makes it easy to grip.
Mora knife Garberg multi-mount
It is a full tongue model of a Mora knife that is used by many campers. With a highly robust structure in which the blade protrudes from the grip end, batoning is also possible. Durability is also good because stainless steel is used as the material. It is resistant to rust, so it is easy to clean and can be used without worrying about the weather or environment.
The blade thickness is about 3.2 mm, which is not too thin, and it is easy to use for a wide range of purposes with an appropriate thickness, so it is also recommended for bushcraft, which is often used for outdoor knives. Polyamide with excellent durability and elasticity is used for the grip material. It is attractive that it fits comfortably in your hand and is not sticky even if you hold it with your bare hands.
It is also a point that a belt loop and a multi-mount sheath are attached. It can be attached to a place that is easy to use according to the scene, such as a backpack shoulder belt or a trouser belt loop.
Helle Didi Gargal 610
This is an outdoor knife used by many campers in Bushcraft. In addition to having a blade length of 129 mm and a blade thickness of 3 mm, it has a robust full tongue structure and is suitable for hard usage such as batoning. It is also recommended for beginners as it is easy to perform detailed work such as wood processing and sharpening.
In addition to using natural wood for the handle, it is also attractive that it is made one by one by craftsmen. The blade is made of durable and rust-resistant 12C27 stainless steel, which makes maintenance and management easy. It is also a point that a genuine leather sheath is attached. There is a sense of quality, and you can enjoy the texture due to aging.
Helle Utubera 600
An outdoor knife is recommended for full-scale activities such as survival and bushcraft. With a thick full tongue structure with a blade thickness of 3 mm, it has high strength and can be used hard such as butting. Since the tongue is long and protrudes from the end of the grip, it can also be used as a hammer substitute.
12C27 stainless steel with excellent corrosion resistance, abrasion resistance, and toughness is used for the blade material. It is durable, rust-resistant, and easy to clean, so even beginners who are not accustomed to handling outdoor knives can easily handle it. The shape of the blade called the drop point is also recommended for detailed work and peeling.
The grip uses a curly birch with a unique wavy wood grain. Not only is it easy to fit in your hand, but it is also beautiful and warm. Comes with a leather sheath with a belt loop for easy carrying.
Buck Knives Special 119
It is an outdoor knife of the long-established American knife brand "Back Knife" with a long history of more than 110 years. 420HC stainless steel with excellent corrosion resistance and toughness is used for the blade material. It is rust-resistant and hard to break, so it is recommended for those who are looking for an outdoor knife that can be used habitually for a long time.
The shape of the blade is a crescent-shaped clip point with a sharp tip, perfect for narrow spaces and detailed work. It is also suitable for hunting because it has a groove for draining blood called "Blood Groove". With a large blade length of about 137 mm, it is easy to cut large ingredients in cooking.
Comes with a leather sheath that is convenient for storage. When stored, it can be securely fastened with a snap button, so it can be carried safely. It also comes with a belt loop, so you can hang it around your waist and carry it with you.
G ・ SAKAI Sabi Knife 2 Sabaki 3 inch
Based in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, which is known as the city of cutlery, it is an outdoor knife of the knife maker "G Sakai" that develops highly accurate products. Low carbon stainless steel is used for the blade material, and 18-8 stainless steel is used for parts such as screws. All of them have high corrosion resistance and are resistant to rust, so they are recommended for camping and fishing at the waterside.
The grip uses glass fiber reinforced nylon, which makes it easy to clean and clean. Although it is a lightweight material, it has high hardness and excellent toughness, and it is also attractive in that it is durable and hard to break.
The sheath uses glass fiber reinforced nylon, which has excellent strength, rigidity, and impact resistance, so it protects the blade firmly. It is also a nice point to have a core lock belt clip that allows you to freely adjust the angle of the case.
Denmark Design (tent-Mark DESIGNS) Camp Holic Knife Canvas Micarta
An outdoor knife manufactured with the concept of "a knife that can be used in camping". It can be used as a hatchet with a thick blade with a blade thickness of 4 mm. In addition to preventing the blade from spilling even if you break the firewood, you can also slice soft ingredients such as tomatoes. The recommended point is that you can do everything from cooking to batoning with just one.
440C stainless steel with high strength and excellent corrosion resistance is used for the blade material. It is durable and resistant to rust, so it can be used for a long time. The grip uses canvas Micarta, which is resistant to water and has good durability. Since the sheath is made of natural cowhide, you can enjoy your texture due to aging. It is also attractive that it is designed so that the knife can be easily put in and taken out.
Recommended outdoor knives | Folding knives
GERBER Ultralight LST Pocket Knife
A foldable outdoor knife with a simple structure that eliminates waste and is easy to use. Since the blade is made of stainless steel, which has excellent corrosion resistance and durability, it is durable, rust-resistant, and easy to clean and manage. The blade length is as short as 50 mm, so it is suitable for detailed work such as cooking.
Lightweight and durable glass fiber nylon is used for the grip material. The point is that it has a shape that is easy to grip and does not slip easily. It also has a lock function that fixes the blade during use, so it is also excellent in safety. It weighs about 17g and is compact with 67mm when stored, so it is recommended for solo camping and camping touring where you want to reduce your luggage as much as possible.
OPINEL Stainless Steel # 9 41439
A foldable outdoor knife that has both functionality and design. Beechwood, which is often used for furniture, is used as the material for the grip, and you can enjoy the fine grain and the warm texture unique to natural wood. Although it is a hard material, it also has a suppleness, so it fits comfortably in the hand and is comfortable to grip.
The blade is made of durable and rust-resistant stainless steel, so maintenance is easy and even beginners can handle it easily. In addition to being lightweight and easy to carry with a weight of about 57g, it is also recommended for camping and mountain climbing due to its easy-to-use size with a blade length of about 90mm. Since it uses a rotary lock mechanism, it is easy to put in and take out the blade.It is safety pocket knife.
OPINEL Outdoor # 8 41450
A foldable outdoor knife with many useful functions. The blade is made of sturdy and rust-resistant stainless steel, making it easy to clean. Equipped with a rope-cutting saw and shackle function, it is recommended for a wide range of activities such as climbing, canyoning, and paragliding as well as camping.
With a blade length of about 85 mm, it is perfect for detailed work such as cutting ingredients. As it weighs about 62g, it is not bulky and has good portability. The grip uses glass fiber reinforced polyamide, and it is also a point that it is strong against impact. There is also a whistle that claims to be heard up to 300m away, which is useful even in an emergency.
Buck Knives Vantage Pro Large Knife 347BKS1
A foldable outdoor knife with an easy-to-grip grip. Since it is equipped with a liner lock function, it can be opened and closed with one hand. G10, which is a type of glass fiber and has a laminated structure, is used as the material and is characterized by its excellent durability and water resistance.
With a short blade length of 83 mm, it is suitable for use in detailed work such as cooking. The material is stainless steel, which is sturdy and resistant to rust. It is easy to maintain and manage, so it is also recommended as the first outdoor knife. Both the blade and grip are resistant to water, so it is also suitable for use near water such as fishing.
Baladeo Maringa BD-0160
A foldable outdoor knife with a warm natural wood texture. The grip uses Brazilian rosewood, which is also used for musical instruments and furniture. It is a strong and durable material, and the vivid and beautiful wood texture of reddish-brown and black stripes is attractive.
The blade is made of 420 stainless steel, which has excellent corrosion resistance and durability. It is reasonably priced, yet sturdy and can be used habitually for a long time, so it is also recommended for those who value cost performance. It weighs 76g and has a storage length of 80mm, making it lightweight and compact, and has good portability. With a blade length of 80 mm, it is suitable for detailed work.
Logos (LOGOS) LOGOS × Higonokami outdoor knife VG10 83005002
A collaboration model between the popular outdoor brand "Logos" and "Nagao Kanekoma Seisakusho", which has been manufacturing and selling Higonokami for over 100 years. Higonokami is a foldable knife devised in the middle of the Meiji era and is a popular outdoor knife for campers.
The main material is VG10 high-grade stainless steel with high purity and excellent corrosion resistance, toughness, and abrasion resistance. It has a long blade and is durable and resistant to rust, so it is recommended for a wide range of scenes such as camping cooking and bushcraft. Although it is sturdy, it weighs about 44 g and has a storage size of 110 mm, making it lightweight and compact, and has good portability. The rugged appearance that matches the outdoor scene is also attractive.
Victorinox Hunting Pro Alox 0.9415.20
A foldable outdoor knife is recommended for those who want to be particular about design. The stylish design with the white brand logo shining in bright red is attractive. It's a conspicuous color, so it's easy to see where you put it and it's hard to lose it.
In addition to embossing, the grip is also anodized to prevent scratches and corrosion. Not only is it non-slip and easy to grip, but it is also resistant to rust and can be used for a long time.
In addition to the clip, the grip end comes with a paracord pendant knitted with a high-strength rope that is also used for parachutes. If you untie it, you can use it as a rope outdoors or in an emergency.
Recommended outdoor knives | Tool knives
Gerber Suspension Multi-Tool 1471
A versatile multi-tool type outdoor knife with 12 types of tools. It comes with two types of knives, a straight blade and wave blade, and a saw, so you can use it properly according to the application. It is also equipped with tools that can be used in daily life, such as a can opener, a bottle opener, and a screwdriver, so you can handle various scenes with just one.
The pliers are equipped with springs and can be kept open for good operability. In addition to the ergonomically designed body, it is lightweight, so it is easy to grip and it is recommended that you do not get tired even if you use it for a long time. A sheath made of ballistic nylon with excellent abrasion resistance and tear strength is also included.
Baladeo Mini Tool-Tech BD-0205
A multi-tool type outdoor knife with a carabiner that is convenient to carry. Includes 5 types of tools: knife, scissors, flat-blade screwdriver, bottle opener, and carabiner. It is easy to use and recommended for beginners as it has only the minimum necessary tools.
Stainless steel is used for the blade and aluminum is used for the grip. All of them are made of materials with excellent corrosion resistance, are resistant to rust, and are easy to maintain, so they can be used without hesitation even around water. It weighs 34g and is 87 x 25 x 12mm when stored, making it lightweight, compact and portable. You can carry it by hooking it on a belt loop or backpack.
Victorinox Hunting 0.8573
A multi-tool type outdoor knife is recommended for camping and mountain climbing. In addition to a straight-edged blade suitable for cooking and a saw that is convenient for cutting wood, it is equipped with 12 types of functions such as a bottle opener, a can opener, and a reamer that is useful for fixing a tent. It also has tools that are useful dailies, such as tweezers and toothpicks.
Since the blade has a rounded tip and a curved shape inward, it is possible to cut the rope. Since it has a lock function, there is no need to worry about the blade moving during work. The grip has a shape that is easy to grip and is easy to use.
Leatherman (LEATHERMAN) Free K2 FRK2
It is an outdoor knife of American knife maker "Leatherman" that develops high quality and multifunctional products. It has a simple appearance like a folding knife, but it is equipped with eight types of functions such as a straight-edged knife, a drill, a bottle opener, and a lever. It is compact at 11.5 cm when stored, is not bulky, and is easy to carry.
The blade has a blade length of 84 mm, so it is recommended for a wide range of applications such as cooking and crafting. It uses 420HC stainless steel, which is durable and has a long blade and can be used habitually for a long time. It also comes with 3 types of screwdrivers, plus and minus, so it is useful at home.
Leatherman (LEATHERMAN) Free T4 FRT4
A multi-tool type outdoor knife that is compact yet has excellent functionality. With a compact design of 9.3 cm when stored, it is not bulky and can be carried in a pocket of trousers or a gap in a backpack. Since the blade is made of 420HC stainless steel, it is highly durable and has good blade retention. The grip has an uneven design and is not slippery.
In addition to a straight-edged knife with a blade length of 56 mm, it is equipped with 12 types of functions such as 4 screwdrivers, a bottle opener, and a file for woodworking and metal. It has functions that are useful for everyday use, so it is recommended that you keep it at home.
Summary
For full-scale outdoor activities such as bushcraft, we recommend the sheath knife, which has excellent robustness, and for portability, the folding knife is recommended. Tool knives are highly versatile and can be used in a wide range of situations, so it is useful to have them at home. Please refer to this article to find an outdoor knife that suits your needs.
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