Looking for Non-Custom fixed blade knife under $100

[GrayRhino]

I'm looking for a fixed blade, full tang knife for skinning and general hunting use.  I'd like something under $100.

I'm considering:
Grohmann #1
Black Widow Skinner
Buck Gen-5
Buck Ranger 113
Buck Woodsman 102
Case Hunter Drop Point #518

I'd like a quality leather sheath with it.  Preferably made in USA. My goal is to get each of my sons a good knife that will last them a long time.

I'd like to hear your thoughts.  Other knives you'd recommend, ......or not.

Thanks.

[doug77]

For about $25 more their's a guy that goes by (Skullworks) you can get a heck of a good one. I been using mine for 4 years now. And all my boys have one also.

doug77

[lpcjon2]

Gerber steadfast or marine Kbar

[rastaman]

Or you can go to Dryad's websight (a sponsor here) and look at the line of Helle knives.  i have a couple of them and they are nice!

[doug77]

I guess I should have said that also. Their is a lots of sponsors that can set you.

doug77

[gnihsifnamk]

X2 on the helle, wonderful knives.

ragweed forge is a website that sells them and
I believe it is run by another trad gang member.

[rainman]

Helle knives or a Mora.

[Smithhammer]

Grohmann or the Buck 113. Both will do exactly what you're looking for, and are great knives for a reasonable price. I recently found a 113 online for $35. I don't think you can find a better fixed-blade, made in USA knife, with a quality, thick leather sheath for that price.

[ChuckC]

Buck makes some incredibly decent inexpensive knives, however, I agree, try the Helle stuff.  Save even more by buying the parts and building it yourself.  Customize the shape any way you want.
ChuckC

[JoeM]

Boker are pretty good knives for around $40-60

[2treks]

Mora Tri-Flex, A handful of knife for the cost.  http://www.twotracksbow.com/store/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=29785

[speedwalker]

For the money I don't think you can beat any of the straightbladed Buck knives.

[MikeW]

heck of knife for the money and you can do you own handle.

[wingnut]

I guess if Chuck can post here so can I.  Take a look at the Helle knives.  Great quality at a great price.

Mike

[FarmerMarley]

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!

[FarmerMarley]

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!

[Killdeer]

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.

Killdeer

Sorry about the punctuation.
New phone.

[Rob DiStefano]

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.  

 

[bucksbuouy]

Gotta say buck special. Easy to sharpen and very reasonable.

[b44mag]

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.