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05-28-2012, 06:02 PM
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#11 | | Senior Member
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Depending on a knife that is anything else than fixed blade, preferably full tang variety, is not smart, especially in a survival situation. That is why it is important to see what are going to be his intentions with this knife.
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06-04-2012, 10:12 AM
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#12 | | Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: South Eastern, Pennsylvania Posts: 831
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Originally Posted by Barney  Depending on a knife that is anything else than fixed blade, preferably full tang variety, is not smart, especially in a survival situation. That is why it is important to see what are going to be his intentions with this knife. | Like you said, you should know what are going to be his intentions with this knife. Therefore it is not stupid to depend on a folding knife. Folding knife or fixed blade, they all have a purpose.
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06-04-2012, 11:40 AM
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#13 | | Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,005
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This one
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06-04-2012, 11:51 AM
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#14 | | Forester
Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Minden, NV Posts: 1,988
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I would strongly suggest a fixed blade knife for a young person, or a locking folder. People tend to stab with folding knives at first which can cause bad injuries a long way from help. Carbon steel is better. I like a Leatherman tool better than a Swiss Army knife, but have used at least 10-15 different ones over the years.
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06-04-2012, 04:57 PM
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#15 | | Senior Member
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You're really best off asking what he has already and what sort of knife he wants to add to his collection. There's a ridiculous variety of knives in a huge range of styles, and everyone likes different ones. To confuse matters even more, people tend to state their preferences as though they are absolute facts.
There's also the matter of context to consider. It matters if he's backpacking or car camping. It matters if he prefers knives, axes, or saws to process wood. It matters if he's a gear head or a minimalist.
So talk to the kid. You're more likely to buy something more suited to his needs if you do.
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06-04-2012, 05:49 PM
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#16 | | Senior Member
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Originally Posted by Michael You're really best off asking what he has already and what sort of knife he wants to add to his collection. There's a ridiculous variety of knives in a huge range of styles, and everyone likes different ones. To confuse matters even more, people tend to state their preferences as though they are absolute facts.
There's also the matter of context to consider. It matters if he's backpacking or car camping. It matters if he prefers knives, axes, or saws to process wood. It matters if he's a gear head or a minimalist.
So talk to the kid. You're more likely to buy something more suited to his needs if you do. | Well said...pretty much sums it up for this thread!
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06-13-2012, 06:01 PM
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#17 | | Senior Member
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Start with a reliable folder, straight edge so it's easy to maintain, and inexpensive in case it gets lost or damaged.
Buck makes some great knives like this. Check Walmart, Academy, or Dicks.
Later, when he learns more about use, maintenance, sharpening, and preference, he can get something better.
Here's a great one. Cheap, dependable, and I've used a model almost identical to this for years. Worry about the high-end knives later. For a first knife, go basic. BUCK KNIFE
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06-13-2012, 07:38 PM
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#18 | | Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Liberty, N.Y. Lower Catskill Mountains. Posts: 2,749
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Hi...
If your friend is "heavy into camping", might the friend already have a knife for same? Perhaps a chat with your friend about the camping gear used would provide some clues.
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06-14-2012, 09:24 AM
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#19 | | Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Indiana Posts: 2,925
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As Newanderthal said, Buck makes a really good knife. It's a good choice. It'll take a lot of abuse. Another one you might want to try is the M-16 by Columbia River Knife and Tool (CRKT).
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06-14-2012, 04:44 PM
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#20 | | Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 102
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Newanderthal,
The picture you posted could be the twin to the knife that rides in my pocket when I "go to town". The only difference being mine has a clip on the side. It only cost $20, was made in the USA, is light weight, tough, and holds an excellent edge. There is really no reason to dig out one of the "good" knives, and worry about losing or abusing it. If anything ever happens to this one, I will buy another just like it.
When I get off the beaten track ( not often enough these days), the old 110 replaces his lighter cousin. This one can, and has, gutted a few whitetail, cleaned many tree rats, and has been used and abused more that anything man-made should be abused. It has visited many states, and been on my belt at many rallies. The factory supplies a top-notch warranty, and mine has never needed it.
Buck and Leatherman are two of the best companies in the world, and we are lucky enough to have them right here. 
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