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Pierced or Rounded: Why There is No Single 'Best' Knife Out There


Everyone has their own stance on how a hunting knife should be designed. There is no right answer beyond from having a blade and a handle, of course. The type of build for the knife will depend on what is being hunted, as well as how important comfort is to the equation. What makes a great hunting knife? First ask, how is it being used?

Let’s take a look at a ESEE-6 hunting knife. Visit Knifeworks for more on this type and many others. The ESEE-6 is a very traditional design, for better or worse. It stresses cutting power over comfort. For example, the knife boasts a drop point blade and full flat grind design. This means that it slices easily at the expense of being lightweight. Because the knife is a bit heavy at 12 ounces, it is not extremely comfy to hold after long periods of use. The pommel is rounded, and it has a molded sheath. But, it is not enough to make the knife easy to hold for an hour. Thankfully, the flat grind design makes it an impeccable (and quick) cutting tool. In other words, no one should take an hour with this thing.



Some hunters may prefer a pointed knife that is extremely sharp. These knives are usually rather heavy (not to mention dangerous), but they boast some serious piercing power. Some may prefer a flat belly in the blade, which makes for prompt cutting. So when some knives have a very long design with an intense point, others are substantially more rounded and slighted for a bulkier design.

Which is better? Well, the answer is, neither. The KnifeWorks Company has a massive inventory of great knives for piercers, slicers, and those that want comfort above anything else. The size is another consideration. Both pointed knives and thick knives can come small or large, and that will alter how the knife is used. There is no ultimate answer for the bets hunting knife. The best strategy is to trust the gut. Go with the one that feels right in the hands, and fits how and what a hunter wants to go after.