Kabar or SOG

[FutureButterBar]

I need a good fixed knife. So which is better Kabar or SOG? or am I completely missing the mark?

 

[ruger1800]

which model style, what will the knife be used for?

 

[FutureButterBar]

Hopefully sitting in its sheath in my vest. But if it has to come out, as a tool to cut and pry stuff. Or if I really need it, stabbing people. I'm a Marine Officer Candidate, so it will be used for pretty much anything you could use a knife for.

 

[Fireaxes]

which model style, what will the knife be used for?

As above, what are you going to do with it? Do you just want a cool fixed blade to play with? Buy one and you'll just want more.

 

[ruger1800]

Are you getting ready for ocs, are you currently a nco in the marines? you may be issued a k-bar, their no good for prying, their weak at the grip joint, not sure about the sog, may want to look at a the gerber fixed blade with solid tang, or a falkineven.

 

[FutureButterBar]

OCS. half way through. Going back this summer. We don't get knives. They don't trust us with sharp obejcts. I referring to later in life. I have a geber fixed. I've never really put it through any damage though. I'm bad about breaking things. I seem to think becuase I can handle it, my equipment should be able to also

 

[Fireaxes]

A Kabar is deeply ingrained in the Marine tradition, but there are better choices. Just start surfing the knife sites and see what catches your eye.

 

[ruger1800]

OCS. half way through. Going back this summer. We don't get knives. They don't trust us with sharp obejcts. I referring to later in life. I have a geber fixed. I've never really put it through any damage though. I'm bad about breaking things. I seem to think becuase I can handle it, my equipment should be able to also

the gerber lmf would be a good choice for the price, would get the unbreakable laminated falkiniven if i had expendable income.

 

[FutureButterBar]

Well thank you gentlemen. and FIREAXES, thank you for your service, and Semper Fi

 

[tyler34]

if you say you have a knack for breaking things forgot ka-bar or sog. if you want something damn near indestructible look at swamp rat or scrapyard knives. I have put mine through hell and many on INGO have witnessed it. hammering into knotted hardwood and prying the tip out, that right there would void most warranties. not to mention shooting mine with no loss of sharpness at the edge. both companies have a rock solid warranty, meaning you break it, chip out the blade, etc. they will fix or replace it. now the bad part, they aren't cheap but by no means overly expensive especially for what you are getting.

 

[FutureButterBar]

shot it? with a firearm? what caliber?

 

[Charlie2]

Yup... seen it..!!!!

 

[redpitbull44]

Esee knives are great too. I have a Junglas.

 

[Bradsknives]

I'm sure when Knife Lady reads this, she will have an opinion.



I'm just going to sit back and watch.

 

[Knife Lady]

There are other knives on this planet besides Busse that are great knives. ESEE puts out a great knife with a great warranty and they are very affordable. They have a no questions asked replacement warranty with their blades. TOPS is another good affordable knife.
Benchmade is another knife to look at. All of these are USA made too.

 

[FutureButterBar]

I looked at ESEE. They look pretty good. Im taking it that I can problem PM the knife Lady and buy one?

 

[Bradsknives]

I looked at ESEE. They look pretty good. Im taking it that I can problem PM the knife Lady and buy one?

Absolutely...she is a direct dealer with ESEE.

 

[tyler34]

Absolutely...she is a direct dealer with ESEE.

you guys are a one two sales punch.

 

[tradertator]

I need a good fixed knife. So which is better Kabar or SOG? or am I completely missing the mark?

Completely missing the mark. Both were good in their time, but are not going to handle the abuse a full tanged chopper will.

ESEE makes great knives, and the Bussekin is even better. Grayman builds one hell of a blade too, but are a little pricey as well. The Bark River Bravo's are another neat one to look at.

It all depends on what your looking to spend, but I would definately steer clear of the the 2 manufactures you mentioned if your going to be rough on your knife.

 

[ryanbr]

How can you be a Marine and not have a Kabar! Chesty may be rolling over in his Grave!