once upon a time we humans were all able to survive in the wild this tradition of pulling all of our needs from the wilderness has now become so rare it has earned its own term bushcraft and there is one tool that is utterly essential to surviving in the wilderness that one tool according to every bushcraft expert.

Out there is a reliable knife hello everyone this is ethan from survival gear and in this video we're going to dive into the world of the best bushcraft knives in the market today but first subscribe and hit the bell now let's get started number 10 mora bushcraft survival black sea the mora black sea is proof positive.

That you don't have to spend a tremendous amount of cash in order to get a worthwhile bushcraft knife for all your camping and survival needs and while mora bargain basement companion knife definitely has garnered the most recognition we're particularly amped on this bushcraft knife this knife is made heavier and it even appears that maura.

Holds this knife to a slightly higher standard while producing it based on the quality immediately when you pick the bushcraft black you'll feel as though you're holding a knife that is capable of taking on the world the rubberized handle fits your hand like a glove and gives a positive grip for any outdoor task that you'll come upon there are.

Also palm swells in all of the right areas on this grip which make it the most comfortable fixed blade that i own the 3.2 millimeter thick blade is made of carbon steel and has a dlc coating that to some extent protects against rust they put a perfect 90 degree spine as well making it perfect in combination with the fire starter that is integrated.

Into the sheath the great design doesn't stop at the knife it comes with a high quality kydex sheath that has a swiveling belt loop with all of this capability maura still kept this knife incredibly lightweight which makes it a total joy in the woods when you are counting ounces pair that with a lifetime warranty and this is one of the.

Most widely useful outdoor fixed blade knives around number 9. ontario bushcraft field knife 8696 the okc bushcraft field knife was handcrafted to give bushcrafters everything they demand in a survival blade the blade is 5 inches of 5160 steel with a high off-center point the flat ground design allows for an.

Increased cutting surface and a fine wood carving and meat cutting ability okc bushcraft's handle is made of walnut of an excellent design and god bless is long enough for anyone's hand the scales are fastened to the tang with three blued steel bolts that can be removed in case you prefer to wrap the tang with paracord the knife comes in a hardline.

Nylon desantis sheath that is decent enough and which includes a fire striker that's pretty anemic the okc bushcraft also comes with a paracord wrist lanyard that contains over 20 feet of cord like the mora bushcraft the okc is a very light knife that can do nearly anything from building a shelter to field dressing it's an absolutely ferocious.

Cutter that will slice through anything with minimal effort the real world price is 80 and you can throw all your other knives away or send them to me if they're any good number 8. condor bushlore bushcrafting knives tend not to be overly flashy instead they often have a classic look and feel to them this.

Includes the bushlore camp knife from condor tool and knife we like the way it looks and love the way it feels in your hand this blade comes in at 4 and 5 16 inches that is then backed up by a hardwood handle that is crafted from the highest quality materials the 1075 high carbon steel provides a solid edge and the blasted satin finish helps minimize.

Rust issues it's even sold with a beautiful leather sheath we like that the spine of the blade can be used with a fire starter however we did find that the edge doesn't hold its sharpness as well as some other options condor bushlore is one of the best bang for buck bonafide bushcraft blades you can currently buy it's astonishing how much.

You get from this blade for a mere forty dollars number seven tops knives brothers of bushcraft if there's an american knife making brand that knows how to make a hard use outdoor focused fixed blade it's tops time and time again they've proven their prowess with exceptional quality and iconic designs such as the case with.

Their brothers of bushcraft designed knife you see here made in the usa this nine and three quarter inch bushcraft fixed blade boasts a reliable easy to maintain and versatile 1095 steel blade mated to a handsome micarta handle that offers superb grip in just about any condition what's more is that this knife also has a large lanyard hole in the.

Base of the handle that's perfect for attaching a ferro rod for fire starting or can be used to feed a bow drill through it for a more primal survivalist kind of fire starting a kydex sheath is also included with each sail as hard as it is for me to say this i think i finally found the knife that i like better than the cabarr becker bk2 number.

6 copper becker bk2 companion we'd be remiss if we didn't include a nod toward kabar's legendary becker bk2 designed by ethan becker and built in the usa the bk2 companion is ten and three quarter inches of straight up damage its flat ground 1095 blade is coated in a protective black finish measuring five and a quarter inches long.

And a beefy quarter inch thick the contoured zytel handle scales are likewise blacked out as is the molded nylon sheath according to kabar the companion works just as happily splitting out kindling as it does prying apart joints and skinning game not to mention chopping onions for the campfire chili this is true but the operative.

Word there is chopping the bk2 will have no problem reducing your veggies into chunks but if you're looking for thin slices of onions or tomatoes you're going to have a hard time it's simply not in the nature of this particular beast the bk2 generally excels at tasks that take advantage of its full one-pound hef like batoning or chopping.

It's a big heavy bruiser of a knife that can in a pinch tackle your more refined outdoor chores expect to see the companion again on our list of best survival knives number 5. essie camp lore rb3 few brands in the knife world enjoy the same reputation as essie for years it has been among the gold standards for.

American-made survival knives but with the release of the rb3 the company added a proper bushcraft blade to its repertoire the spec sheet reads like a bushcrafter's checklist scandi grind got it carbon steel you bet add in a sharp 90 degree spine and dress it up with a black oxide finish and you've got one serious outdoor tool it even has a.

Sharpening coil all the features in the world won't matter if the knife is uncomfortable to use thankfully designer ruben bolio has you covered the handle can accommodate all different size hands even when you're wearing a work glove or a winter glove buyers are covered with an unconditional fully transferable lifetime warranty snap the blade.

Batoning through a tree dig the pieces out of the trunk mail them to essie and they'll send you a replacement the rb3 is a great tool in the field elevated by the peace of mind forged by your purchase number 4. hella knives to monogamy sometimes when it comes to picking out the perfect tool for the job turning to.

Something with a more traditional lean could be the right way to go that's exactly the case with the hell and knives stomachamy field knife this traditional scandinavian bushcraft blade was penned by none other than the survivor man himself les stroud the 4.3 inch blade is crafted from triple laminated stainless steel essentially.

This means you've got two outer layers of rust resistant stainless steel wrapped around a high carbon core this helps prevent discoloration while maintaining an easy to sharpen durable scandy edge the handles are carved from curly birch providing a warmer feel than plastic or other synthetics plus the use of natural materials ensures that no two.

Knives will have exactly the same pattern for carving scraping and food and fire prep this is a lovingly designed beautifully functional tool number three falcon even f1 knife if you have even a passing interest in outdoor focused fixed blade knives which we assume you do if you've made it this far down the list you should know the.

Name falcon even the brand's crowning achievement is their very first in-house design as well as those that were based on the now legendary f1 the black thermo-run handle swells to fit the palm and the zeitul sheath is serviceable if a little basic but the f1 selling point has always been that gorgeous three and three quarter inch blade it's a full.

Tang sandwich comprising a vg10 core between two slabs of 420 stainless steel these two make a great combo pairing the edge retention of vg10 with the toughness of the 420. the convex grind adds to the uniqueness offering a different experience from your typical scandi or saber its bevel curves down toward the edge almost like an axe this.

Generally translates into long edge retention and a more all-around efficiency than a standard angular grind sharpening these can be a bit of a different experience but the performance upgrade can't be denied if you're looking for something with a pedigree of amora but with an upgrade in materials construction and price point you're.

Going to love falcon even number two park river knives aurora it would be blast for me to try and pinpoint which single knife on our list is the best all-around but we wouldn't argue with you if you were to suggest that the honor belongs to the bark river aurora this bushcraft knife was carefully crafted to be useful in all.

Conditions aided by its ergonomic canvas micarta handle and comfortable with any hand grip and from any angle less like a tool you haul around and more like an extension of your body this bushcraft knife also boasts a cpm3v steel drop point blade that's as versatile as they come and it comes with a sheath so you can stash it away between uses really.

Though you'll probably want to keep this bad boy in your hand between uses because it just feels so good to hold in your hand number 1. lt right gns the lt wright gns can be summed up in one word comfort it's comfortable to hold to wear and even to look at but most importantly it's comfortable to use.

I mean that in two ways starting with the full micarta handle this knife settles into the palm almost organically making it a natural extension of your hand then moving forward users are treated to four and a quarter inches of us-made hand-crafted 0-1 tool steel this uncoated blade features a 90 degree spine perfect for scraping bark or.

Striking a ferro rod between the full tank construction and the high material quality this is a knife you can be comfortable pairing with kindling prep carving fire starting and even food chores buyers even have a choice of grinds saber for an all-around cutting edge or scandi if you're looking for something a little more wood focused if.

You already have a sheath you like the knife can be ordered on its own but then you'd be missing out on their excellent leather sheath featuring a dangler configuration and ferro rod holder and that's all we hope you enjoyed the video and want to know what you think about these knives and which is your favorite if you want to see more.

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