There are plenty of opinions when it comes to survival knives, but everyone

can agree that a fixed blade will always be the best option. Folding knives

might be an extremely compact and efficient option for a wide range of

situations, but they just cannot handle the same impact forces as a fixed

blade knife. A full tang blade where the metal from the blade covers the

entire cross section of the handle is the best option when it comes to

strength. These kinds of knives can handle tough chopping tasks that

might be required in a survival situation.

Fixed Blade

Knives are some of the most versatile tools in existence and a good knife is

an invaluable tool in any survival scenario. You can use a knife for

everything from shelter building to collecting or preparing food. They can

also be used for a limitless variety of other tasks, the only limit being your

imagination and the strength of your knife.

Blade Size

The next thing to think about is blade size. Your average survival knife will

have a blade between 4 and 8 inches long. This size range provides a lot of

utility both for a wide range of tasks from hunting to firewood prep to

shelter building. As in most cases, a medium sized knife is going to provide

the most utility and be able to handle the most tasks. If you want to be able

to accomplish the most survival jobs, then it might be a good idea to have a

large knife for chopping and a smaller knife for completing more delicate

tasks.

There are a variety of different blade styles, mostly determined by

the tip of the knife. Like so many things with knives, choosing a

blade style mostly comes down to personal preference. Still, there

are a few best choices when it comes to survival and most users will

prefer either a drop point or spear point blade. Both of these

designs have strong points and spines, making the blade strong and

useful. The drop point blade will have a superior belly for slicing

tasks while spear point blades have an extremely strong point

design.

Blade Design

Finally you need to think about the handle on your survival knife.

Handles are often overlooked, but they are an essential part of any

knife. Handles are literally the point where users interface with their

knives and having the right handle will provide a firm and comfortable

grip. This is especially important when one plans on working with their

knife all day to set up a shelter or other survival structure. Some

survival knife handles may also have additional features like divots for

bracing a bow drill for starting a friction fire. Handles made from

composite materials like micarta and G10 are typically your best bet,

as they are resistant to water and impact forces.

Handle Design

If you are looking to buy a new survival knife, The Knife Connection is a

great place to start. They have a huge selection of high quality knives in

stock, including knives from several popular knife manufacturers. Their

online store even has a section dedicated to survival knives and easy search

filters so you can find the perfect knife to meet your needs. If you have any

questions about any of the knives they carry, you can reach out to one of

their knife experts by sending an email to support@theknifeconnection.com.

https://www.theknifeconnection.com/mailto:support@theknifeconnection.com