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7 Tricks to Choose the Best Knives for Hunting

October 26, 2020

Every hunter knows that a knife is among the most useful tools at their disposal. Most would not step foot in the wilderness without their trusty blade on hand.

As this is the case, it is important to have a quality hunting knife. Doing the research before a knife purchase will pay off.

So, if you are new to hunting and need a first knife or are planning to upgrade your current blade, read on. This article will explore 7 tricks for choosing the best knives for hunting.

1. The Game Is Afoot

The first thing to imagine when shopping for a new hunting knife is what sort of game you will be hunting. This will play a major role in your selection. Are you specifically a deer hunter? Look for an animal-specific product. Are you a jack of all trades?  A general-purpose knife might suit you.

2. Size Matters

What do hunting knives look like? Well, there is no specific archetype. Knives come in hundreds of sizes. Again, this is an aspect of choosing a knife that will be specific to your adventures.

Smaller knives will be lighter weight and easy to store. Alternatively, a larger blade will give you ample cutting surface.

3. Fixed or Folding Blade

A fixed blade will require a sheath. They don’t have mechanics that can break. As such, a well made fixed blade knife will last you a lifetime.

On the other hand, a folding blade is concealable and reduces in size. This makes it a convenient tool.

4. Blade Build

If you have decided on the fold, the next thing to consider is the style of blade. Clip point, sheep’s foot, and gut hook are all popular blades. Are you skinning, chopping, puncturing different hides? The blade style is imperative.

5. Material Matters

The type of blade metal should play a role in your hunting knife selection. This will determine how long a blade will last, sharpening capabilities, and elemental resistance. Carbon Stainless steel is an excellent choice.

6. Tools of the Trade

A one blade hunting knife is not the only option. If you think you need an entire tool kit at your disposal, a multitool knife is a possibility. Multitools have dozens of blades and uses.

For example, some multitools have needlenose pliers. This is ideal if you do some fishing on your hunting trips.

7. Price Point

Finally, it’s important to know how much you want to spend on a hunting knife. Knives can range anywhere from $20-$300.

Some great brands to look at are TacKnives, Gerber, and Spyderco. Think about your budget and how often you will use it.

The Best Knives for Hunting Depend on Your Lifestyle

Now that you understand some of the tricks and tips, you will have better luck finding the best knives for hunting.

Remember, it all depends on what type of hunting adventures you think you might have. If you enjoyed this article, stick around the blog for more lifestyle ideas.

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Hello all!!!! I'm Darcy and I recently started writing on My Zeo about health and fitness (and part of that important health equation is sleep!). As we are all super busy with life, I try to integrate how to stay fit, relax and be healthy and happy through everyday life.

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