See It The Saddle Mountain Skinner is one of my favorite hunting knives when weight isn’t an issue. It’s a quintessential fixed blade with a drop point and great ergonomics. The S90V steel takes some ...

Most fixed-blade knives will be under $150, but if the knife is custom or made by a manufacturer renowned for producing high-end blades, the price tag could be $300-$500.

To use a hunting knife correctly, it helps to have an understanding of all its parts. Here's how to ID every feature on a fixed-blade knife.

Fixed blade knives are made to cover a really wide range of tasks and obviously have big design differences because of that. Some are beefy so they can handle heavy use and emergency situations, and ...

The nicely shaped wooden scales are bolted to the knife, and there is a very large and comfortable finger choil to enhance grip and control of the blade. The oversized lanyard hole is another useful ...

Hunting knives have fixed blades or folding blades. Fixed-blade knives are stronger and more useful for heavy-duty work because blade material runs through the handle.

This knife arrives with a leather belt sheath. MSRP: 1620 Chieftain $199.99; 230 Druid $129.99 12. Work Sharp KO Knife Sharpening System Even the best of knives can be blunted in the field.

Whether I’m hunting, working on a project around the house, or just need a reliable tool, my fixed blade is always up for the challenge. If you’re on the fence, I’d say give it a try.

15" Fixed Blade Knife: Ultra-sharp combat knife, stronger than any hunting knife or bowie knife. Overall Length: 15 inch; Blade Length: 10 inch; Thickness: 5/32 inch (3.8 mm); Weight: 16.8 oz.

A sharp knife is a safe knife. These aren’t just words to live by if you go hunting, camping or fishing on a regular basis. In a dire survival situation, a well-honed blade can be a lifeline.