Footprint 182 Hacking Knife 4.1/2in

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If you’re looking for downsides, the only real dings come from the basic (but comfortable) plastic sheath and the partial-tang construction. The polymer sheath attaches to the belt via a standard belt clip, riding comfortably and low on the hip. It’s essentially molded plastic, but at least it’s high-quality molded plastic. D-101 Longbow DMR • D-2 Double Take • Triple Take • Kraber-AP Sniper • Sentinel ESR • Valkyrie Sniper Rifle The StrongArm is one of Gerber’s USA-made knives, forged with a proven 420HC steel. While this may seem like a basic choice for a survival blade, I’ve found its edge retention and toughness to be more than adequate for extended use. The side knife may be used as a light froe, for splitting small billets of wood. [1] It is driven through the billet using a hammer. Unlike a froe's extended handle, the side knife does not permit twisting to lever the split open and so it must be driven through all the way. No, what you should be looking for is a single piece of high-quality steel, stretching from the tip of the blade to the base of the pommel. We cover a few of the well-known metals below, but you must be able to identify the type of steel used in your knife. If the maker doesn’t list a name, you don’t want it. Comfort

Still, you’re getting a lot of value for your dollar here. Beyond the knife itself, the SCHF52 comes with a comfortable sheath, complete with a pouch containing a ferro rod, striker, and sharpening stone. That essentially makes this a complete survival knife kit for less than half of the price of some of the more premium models on this list.The thermoplastic elastomer handle is beautifully textured, with a hooked pommel and finger guard keeping your hand in place. There’s also a nice patch of thumb jimping up top, and a generous forward finger choil. All of these features result in a wealth of possible grips, making the SCHF52 a surprisingly versatile tool.

Speaking of options, I’d highly recommend grabbing ESEE’s sheath as part of the deal. It’s a solid plastic affair, with a strong metal clip and excellent blade retention. Scroll through to see the tools we’re confident will see you through the baddest of bad days, or jump to the category you’re looking for: Let’s talk handles because the StrongArm has a great one. This Gerber features a rubberized diamond pattern that manages to be both grippy and incredibly comfortable. The knife ends with a slightly spiked pommel and lanyard hole, adding an option for some light hammering or striking. Arc Grenade • Arc Star • Electric Smoke Grenade • Firestar • Gravity Star • Firestar • Frag Grenade • Satchel Charge • Thermite GrenadeOn the most basic level, there’s simply more of it. You’re looking at 6 inches of sharpened edge, with a total span of around 11 inches. You’ll also see an upgrade in steel — laminated VG-10 stainless instead of 1095 high-carbon. This makes for a longer-lasting edge while still maintaining some of the softness and shatter resistance found in softer steels.

There’s even a cord-cutting hook up front, making this an incredibly versatile survival tool. The serrations are found at the base of the 1095 Cro-Van blade, just ahead of the finger guard. Much of the credit here goes to the simplicity of Schrade’s design. The entire knife is composed of a single piece of 1095 high-carbon steel, with 7 inches dedicated to the blade. I can hear the questions now: “What’s a knife with less than 3 inches of blade doing on a list of best survival knives?” But I’ve spent a lot of time with this particular knife, so hear me out. B3 Wingman ( Elite • V2) • Hammond ( P2011 • P2016 • P2020) • RE-45 Autopistol • Smart Pistol ( MK5 • MK6)In Titanfall 2 the data knife seen is a different model and is likely the newer model, boasting a sharper blade and more durability.

G2A4 Battle Rifle • G2A5 Battle Rifle • G7 Scout • Havoc Rifle • M1A3 Hemlok BF-R • R-101C Carbine • R-201 Assault Rifle • R-301 Carbine • V-47 Flatline ( VK-47 Flatline) • Nemesis Burst AR The secret ingredient here is LC200N: An intriguing “high-nitrogen alloyed tool steel specifically formulated to offer superior corrosion resistance and extreme toughness, even at high levels of hardness.”Despite what cheerful reviewers and YouTube personalities may lead you to believe, survival isn’t supposed to be fun. It’s not like bushcraft or camping, where you’re out enjoying yourself in the wilderness. Those pursuits are all well and good. But survival is just that — getting out of a precarious or life-threatening situation with nothing but your wits and the tools you have. In the world of outdoor gear, knives get slapped with the “survival” tag more than almost any other product. But with all the static out there, how do you determine which one deserves the title of “best survival knife”? That’s where we come in. As the name would indicate, this is the second version of the Izula. The initial offering had the same blade but was shorter in the handle department. Both are still available, but I’d highly recommend the added length of the Izula-II. GearJunkie knows a thing or two about knives. We’ve sorted through dozens of blades to bring you the best survival knives of 2023.