Camping & Outdoor Knives

Blade material

Stainless steel

• The most commonly used material – the alloy contains at least 13% of chromium, which gives the blade higher resistance to corrosion and makes it easier to maintain.
• Compared to carbon blades, they dull faster and are harder to sharpen.

Carbon steel

• Blades contain a higher ratio of carbon, thereby has improved cutting properties and are easier to grind.
• They are not as corrosion resistant and have higher maintenance requirements.

Damascus steel

• Tough, hard, and resistant to breakage.
• Popular among artistic blacksmiths - blades have distinctive patterns and mottling.

Knife types

Pocket knives

Pocket knives are the most common, most versatile, have a simple design and compact dimensions (blade length up to 12 cm).

• Simpler models include a can or bottle opener - they are cheap and very lightweight.
• Others can offer up to twenty different tools - from scissors and hacksaws to screwdrivers or chisels – but they are also heavier and more expensive.
• There are also specific models that have a USB flash drive, a ruler, or a LED lamp.
• You can also find knives designed for a specific purpose - mushroom knives, for example, have a compact design, a simple blade, and as special brush to clean mushrooms.

Combat and hunting knives

These are designed for self-defence, survival in the wild, or have some specific purpose – they are meant for hunters, rescuers, and such.

• Hunting knives have a small duct over the upper edge of the blade to drain blood and a guthook for gutting the game. Knives with a narrower blade are suitable for boning.
• Rescue knives are serrated, so they are perfect for cutting ropes and belts.

Compared to pocket knives, they have a large fixed blade and the handle tends to be more ergonomically shaped. The handle is usually equipped with a guard, which prevents the hand from slipping down on the blade and accidental cuts. The knives differ depending on the length and width of the blade.