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Top 4 Reasons to Get a Bushcraft Knife

1/28/2016

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By John West

Bushcraft knives are becoming more popular as of late, and for good reason. High quality bushcraft knives are functional blades that make a great addition to anyone’s knife armory. That being said, many people can be unsure about buying one. They wonder what makes a Bushcraft knife any different from other types of knives. If you aren’t sure about buying a Bushcraft knife, here are the four top reasons for buying a Bushcraft knife.

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​Functionality 

The 1st reason is functionality. Bushcraft knives are designed to be extremely functional. They tend to be relatively small, fixed blade knives. They usually have only one edge that will hold its edge for a long while. These features make the blade highly functional. It is designed to fit in your hand and is comfortable to use. It can be used for heavy work like cutting up wood for a fire or skinning an animal. It can also be used for light work such as whittling or food prep.
They also often prove to be useful in more urban environments. You will often need a knife for opening boxes or cutting tape in the office, and you will feel safer in dangerous neighborhoods with a Bushcraft knife strapped to your belt. Above all, the knife will be durable, designed to take the strain of being used in any environment, which makes it highly reliable. If you are looking for a functional blade to handle both simple and complex tasks, then look no farther than a Bushcraft knife.
 
Simplicity 

The second great feature of a bushcraft knife is its simplicity. There is rarely anything fancy about a bushcraft knife. A true Bushcraft knife is simply a sharp and effective blade with a comfortable handle. It won’t have annoying detachable parts in its handle or fancy engravings on the blade. A Bushcraft knife is a tool, not something to hang on your wall. It is meant to be used and its simple design makes it perfect for doing just that (If simplicity isn’t your style, click here to learn about other kinds of survival knives).

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Survival 


While a Bushcraft knife is a highly functional knife that can be used in a variety of environments, it was designed to be the perfect tool for survival. After all, Bushcraft is the art of survival. It is a name for the skills that will allow you to survive away from the comforts of home, such as fire craft, hunting, tracking, trapping, woodcarving, shelter making, and a variety of other skills. At the heart of each of these skills is the Bushcraft knife.
 
Every feature of the Bushcraft knife makes it perfect for Bushcraft. Its size and simplicity prevent it from being too heavy or awkward to carry in the wild. The high durability of its fixed blade will prevent it from malfunctioning in the wild. And most importantly, the blade holds a sharp edge for a long time, so you can count on it when you need it the most. If you are headed out into the wilderness anytime soon, you will want to bring a Bushcraft knife with you.
 
Cost 
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Perhaps the most important consideration when buying a new knife is its cost. Well, you are in luck when it comes to Bushcraft knives. Although a Bushcraft knife can be over a hundred dollars, you do not need to spend that much money.  A good Bushcraft knife can be as inexpensive as $14.99! For instance, the Morakniv Companion Knife has 1700 5-star reviews on amazon, and it is under $15. This is nearly half of what you would pay for a quality survival knife. As far as price goes, a Bushcraft knife is not a bad purchase in the slightest.
 
So what do you think? Are you going to buy a Bushcraft knife? If not, why? Let us know in the comments below.
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