Recommend a good field dressing knife

[Black Titan]

I currently carry a Buck 119. While it's sharp enough to cut you just by looking at it, it's a bit heavy and large, and my dad pointed out that the grip is a super slick smooth plastic, which probably won't be good when hands are wet.

I'd prefer a way to texture the grip on my buck, but what other knives are out there that come razor sharp and keep a good edge? (My sharpening skills are terrible, but I'm working on it)

Dad swears by Martini, but of the couple I've had, their edge is garbage after a use or two.

BT

 

[Omega]

I currently carry a Buck 119. While it's sharp enough to cut you just by looking at it, it's a bit heavy and large, and my dad pointed out that the grip is a super slick smooth plastic, which probably won't be good when hands are wet.

I'd prefer a way to texture the grip on my buck, but what other knives are out there that come razor sharp and keep a good edge? (My sharpening skills are terrible, but I'm working on it)

Dad swears by Martini, but of the couple I've had, their edge is garbage after a use or two.

BT

My go-to is a cheap knife I found out in the woods, probably a $10 knife but I like the shape of it. It holds an edge through the entire process of at least two field dressings and quarterings. I also like the Shrade Old Timer, the one with a gut hook. I managed to break the tip of my US made one and replaced it only to find out it wasn't US made anymore, but don't notice any difference. I did just order a Buck Ulu though, the shape has always intrigued me and the link to the Gerber sale allowed me to try it out on the cheap.

Cheap Knife

Old Timer w/guthook

Gerber Ulu

 

[DaveTN]

Watching this. I love me some knives.

 

[moondawg]

I have an older version of this (Buck 673 or something like that). I loved it for an all purpose hunting knife. I especially liked the rubber handle.

https://www.buckknives.com/product/685-bucklite-max-ii-large-knife/?sku=0685BKS-B

My next choice would be any stainless steel Morakniv companion. Or this one.

Morakniv Bushcraft (S) - Hi-Vis Orange | Morakniv

A reliable outdoor knife that can be used in many different situations. The ergonomic polymer handle features a soft friction grip, a finger guard, and a 3.2 mm thick blade made of recycled Swedish stainless steel.

morakniv.se

 

[Black Titan]

My go-to is a cheap knife I found out in the woods, probably a $10 knife but I like the shape of it. It holds an edge through the entire process of at least two field dressings and quarterings. I also like the Shrade Old Timer, the one with a gut hook. I managed to break the tip of my US made one and replaced it only to find out it wasn't US made anymore, but don't notice any difference. I did just order a Buck Ulu though, the shape has always intrigued me and the link to the Gerber sale allowed me to try it out on the cheap.

Cheap Knife

Old Timer w/guthook
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Gerber Ulu
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That Ulu seems like it would take a bit of practice to learn to use it! Odd shape for sure.

BT

 

[Black Titan]

I have an older version of this (Buck 673 or something like that). I loved it for an all purpose hunting knife. I especially liked the rubber handle.

https://www.buckknives.com/product/685-bucklite-max-ii-large-knife/?sku=0685BKS-B

My next choice would be any stainless steel Morakniv companion. Or this one.

Morakniv Bushcraft (S) - Hi-Vis Orange | Morakniv

A reliable outdoor knife that can be used in many different situations. The ergonomic polymer handle features a soft friction grip, a finger guard, and a 3.2 mm thick blade made of recycled Swedish stainless steel.

morakniv.se

That buck looks good. Is the gut hook blade really that useful? Never used one.

BT

 

[moondawg]

That buck looks good. Is the gut hook blade really that useful? Never used one.

BT

I never liked a gut hook on a knife, so I just used the knife without the guthook. I always used a separate knife similar to a Wyoming gut hook by Gerber.

 

[Crappieaddict]

This was recommended to me. Seems pretty good, but I haven't had a chance to use it.
Amazon product ASIN B09BDS1WYZ

 

[Jon54]

I use a Buck 112.

 

[backyardtndeer]

I have had a Gerber gator folder for a long time. It has been my most used knife for gutting and skinning. Stays sharp and has a good feel.

I had a rite edge gut hook given to me that I have been using lately.

I bought a pack of 3 Gerber knives at Sam's not too long back, one got used on the deer I killed yesterday. I like a smaller knife inside the cavity.

 

[Omega]

This was recommended to me. Seems pretty good, but I haven't had a chance to use it.
Amazon product ASIN B09BDS1WYZ

That is a great knife for the style it is, I wrote a review a bit ago about them, it feels better than the Piranta IMO.

Havalon Piranta vs Swiss+Tech Knife

I began looking for another handle for the blades the Havalon Piranta uses to keep a spare handy for when the blade loses it's edge while field dressing. Not wishing to spend the same amount on one I took a chance on this one for $10.94. Yes, it's Chinese made, but I have to say, I like it...

www.tndeer.com

 

[Jon54]

I also carry a filet knife for cutting our anus

 

[Black Titan]

I also carry a filet knife for cutting our anus

I just got a Butt-Out today so hoping to make easy work of that.

BT

 

[Crappieaddict]

That is a great knife for the style it is, I wrote a review a bit ago about them, it feels better than the Piranta IMO.

Havalon Piranta vs Swiss+Tech Knife

I began looking for another handle for the blades the Havalon Piranta uses to keep a spare handy for when the blade loses it's edge while field dressing. Not wishing to spend the same amount on one I took a chance on this one for $10.94. Yes, it's Chinese made, but I have to say, I like it...

www.tndeer.com

Your review was the recommendation that I received! I knew I had read it on here, but my memory ain't what it used to be. So, thank you!

 

[Omega]

Your review was the recommendation that I received! I knew I had read it on here, but my memory ain't what it used to be. So, thank you!

Wasn't thinking it was my review, so thought I would give you more of a push . Happy to help though. It's a very sharp blade that comes with them, but I do think the Piranta blades are sharper, but I like this handle better, and you save enough that getting original blades still doesn't put you above the price of the Piranta.

 

[PickettSFHunter]

Outdoor edge razor lite edc. I have that and the piranta and find myself using the outdoor edge the most.

 

[Moonman]

I love the havalon with replaceable surgical blades. Personally I don't quarter but can get 2-3 deer with a blade. I'm not a surgeon per trade, but those things make my life easier. My dentist gives me a box of their gloves that are purple and I think having offsetting colors help tremendously when you get blood on them.

 

[bowhunterfanatic]

I have had a Gerber gator folder for a long time. It has been my most used knife for gutting and skinning. Stays sharp and has a good feel.

I had a rite edge gut hook given to me that I have been using lately.
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I bought a pack of 3 Gerber knives at Sam's not too long back, one got used on the deer I killed yesterday. I like a smaller knife inside the cavity.

Gerber Gator with gut hook also my favorite. I've had one for quite some time and it just feels good in my hand. I also really like the replaceable blade outdoor edge knives

 

[kornbread]

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This is what I tote in my pack.

 

[knightrider]

Ten bucks at waldo buy a hundred blades for five bucks and use it fir every thing and never have to ruin another knife trying to sharpen one