There is always some debate regarding beginners bushcraft knives or a cheap knife to keep in the bottom of your pack.
These 3 from Cold Steel might just fit the bill as an alternative to the standard issue offerings from Frosts .
I got these 3 from the states and even with the carriage they cost just under £30
Canadian Belt Knife
The Cold Steel Canadian Belt Knife takes inspiration from a 1950s classic. It has all the features that made the original an award-winning, international favourite. Our more contemporary version is made out of 4116 Krupp Stainless steel and hollow ground to a razor edge. It will glide through just about any material because its elliptical profile is very efficient at reducing cutting drag.
The Polypropylene handle is equally efficient, fitting snugly in virtually any hand. Its slightly offset in relation to the blade to keep ones fingers safely out of the way. Light and tough enough to endure hard knocks, it will never break or fall apart in the way a traditional wood handle is prone to do.
This 2-ounce blade comes complete with a pouch style black Cordura sheath. Its light, slim and compact enough to carry on your belt or slung from a cord around your neck day in and day out.
Specifications:
Blade: 4"
Overall: 8½"
Thick: 2.5mm
Weight: 2.2 oz.
Sheath: Cordura
Roach Belly
The historical Roach Belly knife was a short blade with a pronounced upswept curve and a sharp point. It was most likely named after the common Roach Fish, which had a similarly round curving belly. It was known in 17th century Britain and quite common in the American Colonies because it was inexpensive and versatile.
Cold Steels interpretation of this knife is a nod to the Black Powder Community, which has continued to appreciate the Roach Bellys economy, versatility and effectiveness. Our version retains the profile of the original but incorporates the latest in modern materials for its construction. The hollow ground blade is made of 4116 Krupp Stainless, expertly heat treated to Rc 56-57, and given a fine sharp edge thats easy to maintain.
Instead of the traditional wood handle, ours is made of tough Polypropylene, so its impervious to the elements and wont swell, shrink, rot or crack the way wood does.
The Roach Belly comes with a deep pouch style black Cordura sheath. It has a generously sized belt loop and also converts readily to being worn as a neck knife.
Specifications:
Blade: 4 1/2"
Overall: 8 1/2"
Thick: 2.5mm
Weight: 2.6 oz.
Finn Bear
Reflecting the best of its Finnish heritage, the Finn Bear is an extremely affordable version of our popular Sisu. Its ideal for hunting, fishing or camping trips, and makes an efficient utility knife as well!
The 4116 Krupp Stainless blade is hollow ground and given an Rc hardness of 56-57, so it will hold a good edge and is easy to re-sharpen. Its blade shape is centuries old and practical because of its good sturdy point for piercing and long belly for skinning, cutting and carving. Its big and strong enough to skin a Moose, yet thin and delicate enough to slice a tomato or cut up an apple.
The Finn Bear has a straight handle with a slightly ribbed texture for traction. Its modified diamond cross section will fit your hand like a glove and accommodate a wide variety of gripping methods. Its made of Zytel®, one of the strongest glass reinforced plastics available, so it will last for many years and never rot, crack, warp or mildew.
For safety and convenience, the Finn Bear comes with a deep pouch style Cordura sheath and generously sized belt loop so it can be worn on the waist, slung around the neck or tossed into a duffle bag or tackle box.
Specifications:
Blade: 4"
Overall: 8 1/2"
Thick: 2.5mm
Weight: 2.8 oz.
Sheath: Cordura
First impression are good, nice and sharp out of the box, sheath is very good for the price and i will be ordering another set for myself soon as i fancy the Canadian Belt knife in the kitchen.
If you fancy a closer look these 3 are up for passaround .
These 3 from Cold Steel might just fit the bill as an alternative to the standard issue offerings from Frosts .
I got these 3 from the states and even with the carriage they cost just under £30
Canadian Belt Knife
The Cold Steel Canadian Belt Knife takes inspiration from a 1950s classic. It has all the features that made the original an award-winning, international favourite. Our more contemporary version is made out of 4116 Krupp Stainless steel and hollow ground to a razor edge. It will glide through just about any material because its elliptical profile is very efficient at reducing cutting drag.
The Polypropylene handle is equally efficient, fitting snugly in virtually any hand. Its slightly offset in relation to the blade to keep ones fingers safely out of the way. Light and tough enough to endure hard knocks, it will never break or fall apart in the way a traditional wood handle is prone to do.
This 2-ounce blade comes complete with a pouch style black Cordura sheath. Its light, slim and compact enough to carry on your belt or slung from a cord around your neck day in and day out.
Specifications:
Blade: 4"
Overall: 8½"
Thick: 2.5mm
Weight: 2.2 oz.
Sheath: Cordura
Roach Belly
The historical Roach Belly knife was a short blade with a pronounced upswept curve and a sharp point. It was most likely named after the common Roach Fish, which had a similarly round curving belly. It was known in 17th century Britain and quite common in the American Colonies because it was inexpensive and versatile.
Cold Steels interpretation of this knife is a nod to the Black Powder Community, which has continued to appreciate the Roach Bellys economy, versatility and effectiveness. Our version retains the profile of the original but incorporates the latest in modern materials for its construction. The hollow ground blade is made of 4116 Krupp Stainless, expertly heat treated to Rc 56-57, and given a fine sharp edge thats easy to maintain.
Instead of the traditional wood handle, ours is made of tough Polypropylene, so its impervious to the elements and wont swell, shrink, rot or crack the way wood does.
The Roach Belly comes with a deep pouch style black Cordura sheath. It has a generously sized belt loop and also converts readily to being worn as a neck knife.
Specifications:
Blade: 4 1/2"
Overall: 8 1/2"
Thick: 2.5mm
Weight: 2.6 oz.
Finn Bear
Reflecting the best of its Finnish heritage, the Finn Bear is an extremely affordable version of our popular Sisu. Its ideal for hunting, fishing or camping trips, and makes an efficient utility knife as well!
The 4116 Krupp Stainless blade is hollow ground and given an Rc hardness of 56-57, so it will hold a good edge and is easy to re-sharpen. Its blade shape is centuries old and practical because of its good sturdy point for piercing and long belly for skinning, cutting and carving. Its big and strong enough to skin a Moose, yet thin and delicate enough to slice a tomato or cut up an apple.
The Finn Bear has a straight handle with a slightly ribbed texture for traction. Its modified diamond cross section will fit your hand like a glove and accommodate a wide variety of gripping methods. Its made of Zytel®, one of the strongest glass reinforced plastics available, so it will last for many years and never rot, crack, warp or mildew.
For safety and convenience, the Finn Bear comes with a deep pouch style Cordura sheath and generously sized belt loop so it can be worn on the waist, slung around the neck or tossed into a duffle bag or tackle box.
Specifications:
Blade: 4"
Overall: 8 1/2"
Thick: 2.5mm
Weight: 2.8 oz.
Sheath: Cordura
First impression are good, nice and sharp out of the box, sheath is very good for the price and i will be ordering another set for myself soon as i fancy the Canadian Belt knife in the kitchen.
If you fancy a closer look these 3 are up for passaround .
