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I have no dog in this fight. But I will say this, who cares if someone suggests something slightly more? Lots of us, myself included, have reconsidered purchases where we had a set budget because someone sparked an idea in our heads for something better for not much more. I think that’s all that was being done here.

Now if someone was saying all you can get is a steaming piece of chit for that $, then sure, give him a blast, and tell him to scram.

There’s enough angst in the world as it is, let’s keep this sub-forum drama free. I’ve been on the Campfire for a while, and was a lurker for many years before joining. It can be the Wild West for sure, but I was attracted to his sub-forum because 99% of regulars are true gentlemen, and helpful to a fault.

If you wanna argue, there is a guy on the fire who lives up in Alaska who will oblige anytime. Think his handle is Big Stick or some such thing. Tread lightly and put your fireproof jammies on:)

Now, I will give you my two cents. This fall, I used a Grohmann Bird & Trout that was given to my son. I skinned out a calf moose, a mulie buck, and hundreds of geese and ducks. Easy to keep sharp and touch up. Easy on the pocketbook too, especially considering the exchange rate for you folks in the US, as it’s made in Canada. It is a very ergonomically efficient design. It’s not a super steel, but it’s also easy to sharpen. And, for your price range, you could even order it with a nice stag handle and have a beauty knife that you can be proud of.

https://www.grohmannknives.com/inde...tainless-steel-2-trout-bird-knife-detail

Tons of good choices in your price range. Tons.

Good luck in your search.

As a coda to the above post.....

Each of the three knives that follow, I've owned and used.



https://www.coldsteel.com/canadian-belt-knife/



https://www.amazon.com/Knives-Alaska-Yukon-1-SureGrip/dp/B000IXHOOE

and a couple customs that were fashioned by Gary Dukeman, Squawsatch Knives.......



IMHO, the possibilities as to the particular blade style and price one might decide upon is almost infinite.

ya!

GWB

Quit second guessing the OP. You have no idea why he wanted what he wanted.

For instance, he might be quite wealthy and has a bunch of nice expensive knives he prefers not to use. He might want to try a nice $150 knife and not worry about dings and scratches for a change. Who knows? He might have secondary reasons as well for asking---young relatives or friends that he is looking to gift with a knife. Who knows his means or intentions?

Just answer him with your best answer that fits his request and quit trying to make him into you or someone else. Geeesh.

Now if he said, I'd like this, but do I need to reconsider this, or do I need to go in a different direction, etc, etc, then I get it. But, he didn't ask for anyone's accomplishments and exploits. He asked for a response to his specific question.

Now we have to sit here and listen to all these excuses and justifications, but meanwhile,,,,,,,,,

I should have said my above post was directed at pathfinder76

I have followed along on all of the comments and have taken no offense to suggestions outside of my stated price range. After doing some more research I think I have decided to go with a quality factory knife for now and wait on a custom. My outdoor edge replaceable blade knife works great for gutting and skinning now, but it has no soul. It’s simply a tool for the specific task. I think that a fine factory knife will fill my desire for something nicer while I decide if I’m truly interested in a custom.

I have decided on the Helle Eggen. I was able to handle one and it felt better than any knife I’ve held. It should serve my purposes well and may be all that I ever need. Not sure if I’m ready to go down the custom knife “wormhole” just yet.
Thanks all for the input.

I have no idea what he is thinking. He might be a troll for all I know. That is why I made the suggestion. He is free to do with it what he wants. Again. It’s a NOTHING burger.

Which Eggen did you get... the 12C27 or the H3LS

Either/Or, hope you enjoy!

Best,

GWB

I like my B&T style. Just got this one the other day, tough to beat for $150. Arno Bernard outta South Africa did a run for beretta. Very nice for the scratch.





Warthog tusk scales, N690 @59-60, very nice sheath, should be a dandy. 👊🏻

Just keep posting pics pathfinder.👍

That’s a bout as good as it gets for a set right there !!👊🏻

Damn nice

Rusty75

Congratulations. Glad you were able to handle one before buying. That makes it a more personal choice and one you can feel good about.

I'd like to see you report back to us after you have a chance to give it some workouts.

We all meant well. Glad it worked out.

GWB,

I've been thinking of a Canadian belt knife for quite a while and considering the grohmann #1 or the Knives of alaska yukon or possibly the LT northern hunter large..

Can you offer input on any of these?

And if you suggest the grohmann, go SS or Carbon?

HD

I have not owned the Grohman knife and am not familiar with what stainless/carbon steels are available.

I have the Knives of Alaska Yukon Belt knife and used it quite a bit say 15 to 18 years ago. Mine was D2. A good working knife.

I see that the LT Wright Large Northern Hunter is 3V and canvas micarta.

I am a fan of 3V




Menefee Tanto, Carbon Fiber & 3V

Among the three, my preference would be the LT Wright knife in 3V.

https://www.dlttrading.com/lt-wright-large-northern-hunter-3v-saber-ground-green-canvas-matte

ya!

GWB