Having a great cutting tool is a must when you are out in the wilderness either just camping or in a survival situation. It could mean a big difference in not only your comfort level and confidence but also in helping you survive. A good survival knife may be expected to under go many tasks from preparing food to building a shelter and cutting fire wood.
There are many great knives to choose from and it can be difficult in making a choice. Think about what part of the country you live in and what may be expected in your area. The type of steel could be important especially if you live in very wet and corrosive environments. The length of the blade and having a full tang also become an important issue.
Below are some variations of survival knives that have become very popular for their dependable construction and usability.
Gerber LMF II
This 10” knife has been tested by
troops in the field and proved its worth. Although it's a little heavier than
most survival knifes, it was designed to take a beating. The sheath even has a
built in sharpener. If you do not mind the little extra weight you can’t go
wrong with this knife.
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SOG Seal Pup Elite
The SOG Seal knife under went testing with the U.S. Government along with knives from many other manufacturers and came out on top. It has been chosen as the knife to best accompany the navy Seals and hold up under rigorous conditions out in the field.
You can read the many reviews on this knifes Amazon.com site from users. This is one tough knife. You can check out a video of the knife at Amazon.
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SOG Specialty Knives & Tools E37T-K Seal Pup Elite Knife with Kydex Sheath, Black TiNi
Falkniven F1
The Falkniven F1 is the official survival knife for pilots in the Swedish Air Force. Aside from that it has gained a reputation as very tough knife around the world. It is constructed of a tough laminated steel and it's very handy size make for a versatile blade that can handle most survival tasks.
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(Keep checking back at Amazon for this knife, it comes and goes)
Military Survival Knife, 3.8 in., Leather Sheath
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