A knife maker by the name of Bob Womom recently wrote up a couple of tips that any avid hiker or camper could use when the time has come that they must buy a utlity, folding, or fixed-blade knife. Some of his tips are very good, such as “a fixed blade is considered to be the strongest knife design, and the full tang fixed blade is the most robust. It’s a solid piece of sharpened steel with a grip. Your blade should be at least 1/8 inch thick for strength”. Did you know that? Is that something you were aware of when buying or looking at knives?
Another good tip that Bob gives: “Consider textured handles of hard rubber, micarta, kraton or other weatherproof composites rather than wood. The handle should be shaped to give good purchase when used aggressively. It should feel naturally secure and under control in all conditions”.
Thanks Mr. Womom for these excellent tips and trick when buying knives!
