What’s the Best Survival Knife?
“There is no destiny, there is only the edge of a good blade and the skill of the man wielding it.”
A survival knife isn’t just a knife. It’s one of the most important tools to have on you. Whether you are in back country or packing up your bug out bag – you need a dependable knife. A good knife can cut down branches to make a survival shelter, make traps or skin animals. It can also be used for cooking and defense, if need be. That said, not all knives are the same and understanding this before investing in a knife will help you make the most of your investment.
Before you go out and purchase a survival knife, understand that there are characteristics you must look for before purchasing. As well, keep
Edge Retention : The ability of the steel blade to hold an edge without frequent re-sharpening
Corrosion Resistance: The ability of the steel to resist deterioration as a result of reaction with its environment
Wear Resistance: The ability to resist wear and abrasion during use
Manufacturability : The ease with which steel can be machined, blanked, ground, and heat-treated (made into a blade)
Additionally, you also want to consider is how well the knife will withstand normal wear and tear, if it is resistant to corrosion, the blade retention or how well the blade retains its sharpness.
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