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The ka-bar marine fighting knife is a good all arounder made in the USA. I think they are like 65 bucks. I don't personally like the handle, and the balance of the blade might not be the best for skinning purposes...
I like the Moras though, even though they are made in Sweden. Great price, great knives. Feel good in the hand and you won't be afraid to use them!
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For the money my all time favorite is the Buck Vanguard. The wood handled ones come with a nice sheath. There are many editions of this model.
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TGMM Family Of The Bow Posts: 15029 | From: Fibber McGee's Closet, VA | Registered: Mar 2003
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i've put handles on at least 5 helle blades so far - best value around, at least for me. if diy isn't feasible, there are more than a few great helle knives to choose. oh yeah, helle is a trad gang sponsor, to boot.
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i have a buck 102 and it was my knife for years from fish to deer and still looks almost new. have not used it since i got a old buffalo skinner. but i think the 102 is a great knife. the boys would love and be able to pass down.
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I'd get them the highest 3 inch to 4 inch quality folder I could get
154CPM steel with micarta or rubberized type scales Assisted opening and Kydex sheath if possible
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I would reccomend the Buck 113 or the 105, In my opiniion the 105 is one of the best all around knives you can get for under $100. Its a little more blade than the 102 but not as big as the 119 special. The 113 is destined to be a classic. They are both made in the USA.
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Helle is good knife, schrade, Kabar is great but former marine here. I have been carrying an outdoor edge this year with flip/zip, guys, I can tell you that I have never used anything quicker to open up an animal without worry of cutting gut and it is awesome on cutting around legs and back.
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