which survival knife is best?

Question

which survival knife is best? I already have the Bushmaster and i cant seem to find any that are better then that.what do you guys have /think is the best to buy.

Answer 1

K-Bar style (Freedom Fighter or Spec Plus series) by Ontario Knife Company (OTC, main supplier of US military blades) gets my vote.

http://ontarioknife.com/freedomfighter.html

http://ontarioknife.com/specplus_pg1.html

Answer 2

Most modern high-quality folders have a strong enough lock that I wouldn't rule them out as my only survival knife if compactness were very critical. Personally, I like to have a good quality folder along as well as a strong fixed-blade, like the old Ka-Bar. I also usually carry a Swiss Army Knife in the pack, even though I don't consider their blade as strong, by any means -- however, the can opener, saw & the other things can be very handy in camp. A lot depends on where you're going to be, the type of undergrowth, how long and how far away from civilization (and help), etc. In thick brush I'd have machete along anyhow, and it's a lot more practical for cutting branches and building shelters than most "knives."

Answer 3

Well sparky..a good knife is grand..never heard of a bushmaster..well the snake I have..you want a knife that has seen service..like maybe a k-bar or a air force survival knife or maybe a diver's knife..these knives have seen service..been there and done that..you really want a survival kit..a knife is only part of equation..I could survive with a regular hunting knife..but try starting a fire with it..good luck ..

Answer 4

Keep the Bushmaster and use the money you were planning to spend on a new knife to start saving up for a Glock 10mm.
If you are ever in a real; survival situation you need a gun more than a knife.

Answer 5

Personally, having had to rely upon what was in my pack to make it through a long cold night, I would pack a few things:
1) i like my camillus USAF pilots survival knife as a tough, all round heavy duty knife.
2) i also pack a leatherman tool for all the little stuff
3) after 40 years, I still use a camillus camp knife, like the old boy scout camper.

Answer 6

Define "survival knife" and then work from there.

Historically speaking, 99.99999% of survival situations were lived through with the help of a simple pocketknife. For hundreds of thousands of years, it was nothing more than a 2" shard of sharp rock. A small, sharp blade is infinitely more useful and definitely has a higher chance of saving your life than any "survival knife" you'll find.

Probably not what you wanted to hear.

Answer 7

The best survival kinife is one you have with you when you need it.

Those contraptions that have flashlights, fishing kits, matches, compass, etc. in a hollow handle are sold to kids who want a Rambo knife with all the gizmos. I challenge you to find a story from a reputable news organization where that junk actually saved someone out in the wilderness.

The best plan is to have a knife with you when you need it and where you need it so get several and keep them handy. I'd go with a mix of tactical style fighting fixed blades and folding hunters. In the pocket, on the belt, in the pack, in the trunk....etc., etc. Including a multi-tool and sharpener. A folding saw and/or wire saw are good to have as well, and a good Gerber camp axe.....

Answer 8

Honestly I wouldn't just stop at a survival knife. Strictly speaking what I'd do is carry a reliable hatchet, 2 multi tools (one regular sized, one mini), and then for a survival knife I'd go for one from the k-bar line. That's just my take on it though.

Answer 9

there is a knife maker in silver dollar city in branson that puts his knives through extreme tests, he beats them with a sledge hammer stabs a metal barrel tries to cut an anvil in two and after he is done he cuts a piece of rope with one swipe know this is a survival knife.

Answer 10

I was just going to suggest the bushmaster. You are right. For the price and edge holding capabilities I can't find anything that can beat it.