You Should Probably Get a Small Fixed Blade • 4 Cheap & Expensive Options Reviewed

[@LandmanEDC]

Thank you SO MUCH for the fantastic response to this video! The WINNER of the Odenwolf W Mini is... @grantmontgomery1999! CONGRATS! Please get in touch by Friday, October 4 to claim. [e-mail]

[@genejowers5567]

@@LandmanEDC woowee congrats. Enjoy

[@caritas8984]

Cold Steel Mini Pendleton

[@kogasoldier9379]

I’ve carried a folder for about thirty years and just recently switched to a fixed blade with the idea of freeing up a little pocket space, only now i find myself carrying both.

[@bladetheatrics]

That sounds about right !

[@LandmanEDC]

Yep, sounds like me too. Ha!

[@paulrevere2928]

@@kogasoldier9379 me too!

[@Donald-ky2fg]

Ive dropped folders completely in favor of small fixed blade

[@bearellie6985]

Same here, but it feels right.

[@KnivesByNuge]

I appreciate all the kind words! It makes me real happy that you’ve been putting your Wicket to good use!

[@LandmanEDC]

Brother, you make a mean blade. Found my grail fixed blade and didn’t even know it in the Wicket. Thanks so much for your comment, and thank you for making great knives!

[@___HH___]

How long have you personally been making knives Nuge?

[@KnivesByNuge]

@@___HH___ since 2019, they were more like prison shanks back then. Things really picked up 2 years ago when I left my career as a police to fully focus on the business

[@brandongoede5907]

I use my fixed blade for everything I run into daily: opening packages, cutting food when I don’t want to find a clean kitchen knife, breaking down boxes, cutting myself accidentally… everything

[@LandmanEDC]

😂

[@mattstone8878]

​@Jacob8527-z9x I use a fixed blade to cut the cheese. 🧀 🍑 💨

[@peggymorgan6355]

The carry blades are usually leaner than the actual eating utensils.If you are a true EDC knife person the blade is always clean!!!

[@mattstone8878]

@@peggymorgan6355 My blade smells like bacon. 👍 🥓

[@georgevanaken925]

Whenever I cut myself, I usually notice by seeing blood on whatever I’m working on. Then I console myself by thinking, “Well, at least I know she’s sharp.” 🤣👍

[@billclancy4913]

I'm a retired part time custom knife maker. I EDC a 3" fixed blade of my own design daily. Mine is S35vn, with stabilized redwood scales.

[@LandmanEDC]

Ohhh I’d LOVE to see that. Sounds like a great blade

[@Knivess0]

Sounds beautiful!

[@coincollector315]

Sounds nice

[@michaeltroehler8558]

Let’s see what you are throwing down

[@ctrway11]

Just came across your channel, very informative. I’m a US contractor in a Middle East country. I currently EDC a folding knife and use it daily. Just started getting into knife sharpening also. Due to the heat I don’t carry a lot in my pockets and a fixed blade always seemed to big. But WOW I never thought about carrying a small fixed blade. That would be awesome.

[@Phlfwlr]

I have an Esee Izula in S35VN and I LOVE that knife. It stays clipped on to my every day backpack and it’s everything I’d probably want in a fixed blade

[@randystrand908]

Did you add handles or leave it skeletal?

[@Anubis-nx1gu]

I just recently became interested in fixed blade knives for EDC. I’ve carried folding blades most of my life. Your video popped up and I watched it all the way to the end!!! That’s how interesting your content is! I’m now subscribed to your channel!!! Thank you!

[@LandmanEDC]

Thanks so much for your kind words!

[@robertjay1179]

I an 70 years old and I’ve carried a pocket knife my entire life however I now have neuropathy in my legs and t(e knife in the pocket cause me to loose the feeling in my thighs therefore I switched to a fixed blade. I use it every single day.

[@NA-rr7jl]

Wishing you the best robert. What do you carry?

[@warlockcommandcenter]

Robert I to have issues with my fingers and have switched from CRKT m16 -13 to a CRKT sting these are not the thin knifes cut out of sheet steel. I have other fixed blades in rotation a short neck knife same brand and a cold steel tanto and it’s match ln nonmetallic for non permissive locations. I need these the few places in Tennessee where they are restricted. It not like I can carry a #2 Randel fighter.

[@drew5337]

Fixed blade knives, trending now for 10s of thousands of years..

[@LandmanEDC]

Haha you are not wrong

[@jayceecombs6887]

I actually do EDC FIXED BLADES! As well as several styles of breakdowns! I carried a fixed blade (Gerber) every single day for over 25 yrs! A boot knife & still have it! But... do not carry it anymore. Saved my arse more than once! Hardly cannot think of anything I have not used it for! From shaving to throwing, preparing food, whittle'n, protection! As I was writing this text, I pulled it out of my desk drawer next to my bed to look @ it as I fumble with my 1 thumb texting! Still love it! Never left the house without it. Was 2nd nature! Thank you for doing this video! Bless you! J.

[@russellsage4953]

i’ve been making the slowwwww move from enormous fixed blades and fancy folders to FINALLY a small amount of edc fixed blades. VALID 🔥 now i lean into thicker spines, short length, and leather pocket sheaths

[@LandmanEDC]

That’s the way to go!

[@mirkokrizan214]

I wear, due to my disability mostly neck knives for last 6 years. And I have lot of them. The cheapest, but very good one especially for foodprep is Victorinox fruit knife. I wear it in kydex sheath as EDC neck knife and it is awesome knife. It does not look very tactical, the blade is very very small and thin, but it cuts food like no other small knife. If it is apple, slice of bread or opening packages.

[@johnnyberlinn1663]

I am at 61 years of age and have carried a folding knife all my life your show has me thinking of trying out a fixed blade for EDC thank you

[@LandmanEDC]

I hope you try it and I'm pretty sure you won't regret it. Thanks so much for watching!

[@jordanthompson5233]

I carry the CRKT S.P.E.W. when I bartend on the weekends. Its great for breaking down boxes and I have a lot to break down at night.

[@LandmanEDC]

Nice use case! Thanks for watching.

[@Marfoir0303]

I’m retired Military & I recently bought a nice Kershaw folding knife it wasn’t real expensive but it’s high quality & it quickly became my EDC

[@Yooper05]

I’m still in the military and carry both fixed blade and folder as my EDC. Great video, thank you!

[@garymaston472]

Being older, 73, living alone in my travel trailer, I would definitely use one of those knives for food prep daily.

[@escapetherace1943]

just use a 4 inch paring knife, not only is it a little longer, it's straight up going to work on food prep better, you should know that

[@patriotnurse3720]

I am a nurse that works home health and I like to carry something that will get me out of a jam and to open packages and cut dressings with. I like the thought of a fixed blade I can carry around my neck under my scrubs. Nice knives

[@Mando-wx6pn]

ESEE is a survival school. Rowan is the company that makes the knives designed by the people at ESEE. 1095 is an extremely common blade steel. It is a very well rounded steel but being high carbon it is prone to rust. It dulls quicker than d2 but takes an edge much easier. It's pretty tough and is hard to break or bend out of shape.

[@GregGlaeser-j4u]

1095 carbon steel is been around for a while and still very good. That’s the same deal that the K bar Marine Corps knife was made of and still is to this day. Because of the high carbon content, it will hold an edge but needs to be oiled to prevent rust.

[@npenick66]

Speed and ease of access is a major reason to edc a small fixie. Got into EDC fixie's around 16 years ago or so when I almost shortened my index finger by half when I was playing with a Cold Steel Vaquero Grande. Been carrying a blade on me since 1971 when I earned my first cub scout folder. For the last 2 years I've been carrying a Creely Mako in magnacut, a weird looking little blade but my all time favorite edc knife. It has a hummingbird shaped grip that melts into your hand and a leather pocket sheath with an ulticlip that you don't even feel in your pocket. It is on the pricey side though. It does daily duty on a small ranch in the 4 corners, holds an edge forever, very slicy. I do carry an Esee Izula 2(very similar profile with a so so handle) and a Tkell Bushman as well when I'm in the fields for the more beater tasks but the Mako is always on me wherever I go. If I were new to fixies, the Esee Izula 2 and the Esee 3 would be good places to start. Very good blades, great bulletproof warranty and inexpensive. Just get the black oxide finish or the S35VN versions, I really don't like the coating on their 1095 steels, it's like heavy grit sand paper (can be removed with paint stripper and vinegar patina'd if you prefer 1095). Other than that you can't go wrong with Esee.

[@flywheel986]

I usually EDC 2 knives, Victorinox w/saw, TOPs 4.0 C.U.T. The CUT is by far the most versatile knife I have ever owned. Camp/Hunt/Protection, checks all of the boxes. Fine processor, fine bush craft, excellent protection. Highly recommend.

[@quatele]

Thanks for your great commentary. I transitioned from folders to fixed blades in about 2020-2021 and no way I'm going back. My favorite EDC away from home is the Lionsteel H1. My favorite to carry outdoors at home on my acreage is the Lionsteel T6. I have others that I like, but dang those are great knives. Thanks again. ❤🔪

[@JoseGarcia-rc9ub]

I think it’s a personal preference but here lately I have been using my fix blade for work. Easy to use grab and opening lots of packages after packages. So this would be a great backup to a very knife needed job. I Could definitely use this knife. Thank you and thanks for your videos, keep them coming.

[@Escudo41]

I wish I had these many options of smaller EDC fixed blades when in the military. 😂 Thank you Brother for your site!

[@LandmanEDC]

Bro you are NOT wrong. I would have LOVED having some of these in the Marines. Thanks for watching!

[@bugnout23e]

I started carrying both about 4 years ago and it's been a nice change. And have even swapped my folder with a multi tool pocket clip. The crkt minimalist scout Carry and any folder is what I run my folders are used for work and abuse and the fixed it's for more precise use . Farmer and mechanic is my background.

[@warlockcommandcenter]

For my wife and daughter I purchased two Omesio Neck Knife, Tanto Neck Knife with Sheath and Necklace, Full Tang 6”. These a quick slashing or short stabbing knife. As a secondary tool after their pistols

[@traviswagner3656]

Main reason I carry EDC fixed blade is..... One hand open. I pair with a slip joint knife in pocket. Carry it appendix front carry. Love the combo. Fixed blade is one blade shape and slip joint is another. 1 is sheepsfoot\wharney and other has belly.

[@williamsugden5159]

Thanks landman! I don't check out knives that often. This has been a lot of help.

[@Adam_Wilde]

I carry and use my Leatherman multitools, usually a clip in my pocket, but I also like to carry a small fixed blade in a sheathe on my belt for an additional option if it ever came to needing to quickly deploy a blade.

[@brauliochavez783]

Ah man that's an awesome little knife, so cool that I looked it up right now in Amazon and I couldn't find it anywhere and then I clicked the link below and just as I suspected it is currently unavailable 😭😭😭 people must have really liked it

[@LandmanEDC]

It was a popular one! I have reached out to Odenwolf to see if they will continue to make them, but so far no response. I’ll post when I know something!

[@Xxxero42]

Can't go wrong with a small fixed blade to edc. The big handle and small blade makes them legal pretty much everywhere in the USA. If I won, I would def EDC it as I love to EDC a small fixed blade. And the fire starter necklace is a great added bonus!

[@rcjdpt]

I have several smaller fixed blades, but my EDC is the SOG Instinct G10. I wear it as an under shirt neck knife and because it is flat and light weight, I hardly know it's there. For me it's a personal defense item when out at night (no airports or concerts though!). It has great retention with the sleeve, so I'm not worried about it falling out and sticking me. For personal defense, I can get to it in 2 seconds and it's concealed in my hand until I need to use it as a force multiplier. I have used it camping for cutting cords etc, and it's a good utility blade for $40. Thanks for the great video. These look like great fixed blades to add to your collection at several price points.

[@shamuscollins5861]

That little Odenwolf is pretty cool. I've carried an Esse Izula for about a year now & really enjoy having a fixed blade on me. Been wanting to check out some other options for a while. This is a nice usable collection for sure. Thanks for sharing.

[@ErichT-bc7ee]

I carry a small fixed blade everyday. I find fixed is more reliable and versatile than folders and I love the feel

[@LandmanEDC]

Solid options all around, what’s your fixed blade of choice?

[@SeahorseLeathercraft]

So great to have a small fixed in pocket. The other day I used it for whittling a little toggle from a stick for my tarp. Most often used for opening mail tho.

[@LandmanEDC]

Many uses. I love em. Thanks for your comment!

[@vicpetrishak7705]

Purchased several Morakniv fixed blade knives which are going to be hard to beat ! Made in Sweden , Carbon and Stainless Steel blades with a variety of models and colors . Polymer sheath and factory sharp blades , reasonably priced . Good work tool or kitchen knife . Amazon .

[@vexor7]

Good stuff man, Ive been a neck knife guy for the last 10 years or so, and have used all sorts of them over that time. That little Odenwolf looks pretty cool especially at the price. Keep up the great work!

[@cpcombine]

I have the ESEE Candiru and love it. I took a dremel to the sheath and made it more user friendly. It is great now. I keep one on my daypack's should strap. Awesome little knife.

[@hillbilly21960]

I would use it for everything from cutting up apples , sharpening my pencils , self defense emergency, cleaning crud from my fingernails,camping uses. So many ideas.

[@jacoolivier]

I've been carrying the Kizer Baby every single day since I got it about 6 months ago. I love being able to carry it outside the waistband next to my belt buckle for easy access and having it gives me peace of mind when walking back from uni classes later in the evening (my building is in a not so fantastic area). It obviously also comes in handy during the day, surprisingly often when doing any sort of lab work for my courses. I also carry it on a back pack strap when I go hiking on weekends. That Oden Wolf reminds me of the Mora Eldris with it's fat handle but more precise blade (funny that you said it too after i typed this) It looks like it would make a fantastic camping edc or hiking back up!

[@jacoolivier]

Only thing that pickles me a bit is the fact that it is D2, not because I'm worried about the heat treat so much, but because I live near the ocean so it would get some rust pretty quickly.

[@LandmanEDC]

You're probably right about D2, but still - it's just 20 bucks. So the Kizer Baby - that's one I'm going to have to check out!

[@msims1250]

I can’t remember a time in my life that I didn’t carry a knife. Lately I’ve been looking to replace my EDC folders with a fixed blade. Perfectly timed video! Almost like my iPad knows what I’m thinking 🤨

[@LandmanEDC]

Happy to help, thanks so much for watching!

[@jatencio8362]

Do it man get you a fixie they're tough..

[@thomasevans8784]

Never owed a fixed blade as I live in the uk 🇬🇧 but I use my knife for everything it’s well worn and in desperate need of a upgrade 😂 love the vids keep up the hard work

[@LandmanEDC]

Thanks for watching!

[@briandallmann3338]

I’ve been carrying a fixed blade in my pocket for a couple years, I don’t use a pocket clip… I put the sheath on a length of bead chain which I put around my neck only when using the knife for extended periods. I find the bead chain self manages itself by dropping to the bottom of my pocket and voids tangles with other items in my pocket.

[@LandmanEDC]

Every chain I've ever used breaks. I tend to like paracord a lot more for the strength but also comfort around my neck.

[@lanemartin5446]

Thanks for the thorough look at small fixed blades. I've carried a CRKT Minimalist Bowie for a while, using it for opening packages, breaking down boxes, turning a stick into shavings, what have you.

[@lanemartin5446]

BTW, is that a Freed tee?

[@LandmanEDC]

@lanemartin5446 Sure is brother! 04-08

[@gibwest4968]

Just found your channel. Have carried a folding knife for over 60 years. Am considering a small fixed blade now. Keep up Good work.

[@BravoJulietAlpha]

@Landman EDC I am a disabled US Army Veteran and I have been looking for a small affordable fixed blade that I can EDC but because I'm on a fixed income it's hard to find anything. I'm not able to buy different knives to try until I find the right one. I really appreciate you doing this video because I'm able to see it in your hand and I take you on your word of it quality since it's what you do. Thank you.

[@tactileknifeco3831]

Thanks for sharing! We are finishing up another batch of Magnacut Dreadeyes right now.

[@LandmanEDC]

Wow awesome! I thought for a while there they were not being sold, so glad they are and glad they have more Magnacut ones available soon.

[@jesussalazar9071]

I’ve only ever carried fixed blades for camping or hiking. I’ve never thought of edcing a fixed blade. It would be really cool and handy to carry a small fixed blade.

[@LandmanEDC]

I only hit on a tiny bit of options, there's definitely one out there for you! Thanks for watching.

[@jesussalazar9071]

@@LandmanEDCwill for sure look into it. I was looking at a GiantMouse the other day.

[@rickyfargason8859]

The fixed blade I EDC is the Eskabar BK14. I added G10 scales that extend the tail a little to give more handle. I changed the profile to a convex grind. I also added a small taco sheath that is small enough to put in a pocket. Sturdy knife and it's affordable.

[@GasolineBoots]

I feel like pocket fixies are gaining popularity as of late. And im here for it

[@LandmanEDC]

Meeee too

[@montanapete59102]

I use my Bark River Bravo EDC in CPM-M4 every day. It's great at slicing the rings from a six-pack of sodas to opening a box and slicing a steak. My Buck 117 BOTM knife in S35VN steel is sweet as well. But I find the EDC close at hand most times.

[@Maddawwg45]

i just bought me and my son the black scandi versions and i love it so does my son and my only complaint is the clip is left inside the pocket carry and right side outside the pocket carry so i wish they included another clip to make it inside the pocket carry in right side 😁 btw Rowen logo on all ESEE knives is the maker of the. blades for Randall Adventure Training which is who owns ESEE brand

[@LandmanEDC]

Yes. I figured I could put it the way I wanted to, but it’s only configured for one way carry. You’re right, I wish they would have a reverse clip included

[@jamesreese7111]

The Dreadeye is a dual grind Japanese Tanto. Nice little knives. I have a few small fixed blades. The Kizer mini Harpoon in 3v is a great little $60 edc. Mora make a great little convex ground fixed blade (Eldris) for about $30. I've also got a couple of Bradford Guardian 3's in Rex 45 that are amazing at around $120. Lot's of decent choices available nowadays, way better than back in the 1980's when I bought my first camping/hunting knife (Buck 120).

[@Hillykarma]

about 9 years ago I used to carry a crkt obake that I LOVED. I carried it for about 95 percent self defense and the occasional box opening when I didnt have my utility folder (Kershaw Blur, which I still have.) I lost it somehow, maybe it was stolen, maybe it was lost during a move, but crkt no longer made it by that time. Just last week I ordered a new one on ebay. for a field use knife in the bushcraft realm, I look for full tang and a decent thickness. I have a cheap essee 3 clone Ive had for several years and Ive been very happy with it for the 30 dollars I paid for it.

[@unfi6798]

Great review of small edc fixed blade. We will try to get the W Mini for dad's 67th birthday & retirement in September. He gas always been an outdoor kind of guy and that neck knife will be just the best for his survival project. Cheers for sharing.

[@LandmanEDC]

Thanks for watching! Happy Birthday to your Dad!

[@robertfinneide5044]

I've been thinking of getting a smaller fixed blade for EDC and these are some good options.

[@LandmanEDC]

Thanks for watching!

[@TimeFL2eyes]

I somewhat recently got an ESEE Izula II that I am loving, but I wasn't thrilled with the plastic sheath, didn't hate it, but it wasn't working for me. I ordered a Kydex sheath made specifically for this model from Armatus Carry. The sheath was not cheap, but the knife is well worth the investment. Thanks for the great video!

[@davidmiller2947]

I have a few small fixed blades but it’s so hard to beat a good folder for EDC. They’re more comfortable in the pocket, the handle isn’t sticking out, you get more blade for the size, and they’ll stand up to basically all daily tasks for the average person. I do love a fixed blade for outdoors / camping, but to be honest, I’ve never been sold on EDC’ing one.

[@eatonknass247]

Depends on what you use your knife for on the daily. I'm digging into wood, cutting food, prying on stuff so a fixie suits my needs

[@EDCTrashPanda-]

Iv slowly gotten into carrying a fixed blade and I love it , they are more versatile than people think and can have a great look and photo well for Instagram

[@eagle0924]

I like using fixed blades at work. I often find myself in dirty environments with a lot of airborne particles, like concrete dust, that quickly gets into the hard to reach places of folding knives therefore increasing the amount of maintenance i need to do if I want to keep them in tip top shape.

[@JoelPerri7777]

I think I might have to get one of these. I was one of the lucky ones who got a great heat treat on my Walmart d2. I got it right before the hype, on a whim just seeing it in the store. It’s fantastic for what it is for the price, I’ll leave it at that. I think D2 gets a bunch of wrap from all the Chinese OEM knives that use it, it’s just everywhere. And it’s not the crucible stuff like benchmade uses. I still think for the money, it holds a decent edge.

[@LandmanEDC]

You’re absolutely correct - D2 is a pretty awesome budget option when done correctly. And $20 for the Odenwolf? Sold. I was so impressed I bought 3 or 4 for my brother-in-laws for Christmas already.

[@jgalvanatx]

For fixed blades, I have ESEE Izula, 4, and 5. Also have a kbar and some bayonets. I go back and forth on bugout, pm2, and ESEE Izula. Bigger stuff for bigger jobs as needed.

[@va6gkthaskey311]

Except for when at work (high security building no knives) I've always preferred fixed blade knives. From first aid situations, cutting / stripping wire and rope cutting, food prep, undoing clips field stripping animals and everything in between. Thanks for the video!! Cheers, beers, and whiskey 🤠🥃

[@LandmanEDC]

Cheers! Thanks for watching!

[@BlueSun4886]

Check out my review of the BoneTactical non-metallic Ghost Knife neck-knife above. I had a TS//SCI (Code Word) clearance &, while I wouldn't carry any weapons I was not allowed to have at my primary workplace, I've passed through many metal detectors with the Ghost with no trouble.

[@DrunkonTacos]

I daily carry an S35vn ESEE Izula I (with custome black dyed factory option micarta scales) in a Bradford Guardian 3 horizontal leather sheath(front left side/right hand draw, just to the left of my belt buckle), and I absolutely love it! Also, if you don't mind me asking, what part of Alabama are you from? I'm down here in the Wiregrass(Enterprise)! God bless, and thanks for making these awesome videos!

[@trace4125]

Ive been carrying the kizer muskrat with the brown micarta handle and i love it. I added an ulticlip 2.2 and its perfect

[@LandmanEDC]

I have heard the muskrat is great, I gotta pick one up

[@trace4125]

@@LandmanEDC i like that its not a premium knife so i can abuse it and not feel bad

[@LandmanEDC]

@@trace4125 right!

[@AmeriMutt76]

Great topic and I couldn't agree more. For me, it's the ESEE izula for the small of hand and the Izula II for bigger hands. Done.

[@LandmanEDC]

Great suggestion! Now I just need to pronounce “ESEE” correctly.

[@sousaville]

I would probably use it to process small branches for my twig stove.Thank you for the chance

[@dustinferguson7106]

I would use it for my job as a flatbed trucker. I deliver roof trusses to construction sites and often need a good knife for various different tasks.

[@itywhat6499]

I will have to look at these. I carry a fixed blade every day. I currently carry a Lionsteel H2. Thank you for the vid. I always appreciate a look at new knives.

[@LandmanEDC]

I will check out the Lionsteel! Thanks for watching!

[@escapetherace1943]

Imagine making this video and selecting only the worst knives you can. 10/10

[@mederosstreetz1070]

Imam a 77 year old woman and always carry a small fixed blade and would love to test out a Wolf! Looks amazing!

[@LandmanEDC]

Yeah so they look like they’re not available anymore, but I’ve emailed Odenwolf to check!

[@BenjaminMuro-hx9gi]

Love the video!! I need a fixed blade. I’d use one of these for my blue collar job. I work with propane and propane installations. Lots of sweat haha.

[@HorsepowerHeaven]

You’re the mordern day hank hill! Propane & Propane accessories

[@rmarsh8082]

Have several fixed and really like them. One of my favs is my BigIdeaDesign. Great fit and mostly out of sight but does ride higher than one of my deep pocket folders. Took a bit to get used to but quickly took to it. Great posting!

[@paullambert4445]

The Eldris is a very useful small Mora. I have had mine for several years. Designed as a neck knife, but I made it into an upside down dangler belt carry. The leather retention strap prevents any chance of loss. Thanks 🎸🔪

[@MarkBartholomew-qy6ze]

Ever since I had a small fixed blade esee it works for gutting catfish and trimming dead leaves from my banana trees, then I cut up some veggies and make my wife an omelette with squirrel jerky pieces.

[@OtherThanIntendedPurpose]

I EDC a fixie necker every time I leave the house, and depending on what my day looks like I might wear a small fixed on my belt as well. most commonly either an Esee 3 or a TOPS Scandi trecker. if I am leaving the town area, ( I live right up against the redwoods forest area) I will carry something in the 4-6" range, most commonly my TOPS BoB, Esee PR4, or BK Nessmuk. all in all, you can't beat a fixed blade for the more intensive tasks that you run into. 1095 is a pretty tough steel, that has been used in hard use field knives for decades. most of the top field knives of the last 10+ years have been 1095. it has a good edge retention, with the flexibility that makes it less likely to break the blade if it gets torqued. it has only been in the last few years that blade steel snobs have caused it to be used less in the high end knives, but it still can be found on a lot of TOPS, Ka Bar/Becker, LT Wright, and similar knives. as well as some budget blades, such as the older Schrade field knives. Another small fixie you might want to look at is the Rainier knives "basecamp" it's sheath leaves a bit to be desired, but the knife is outstanding.

[@jonathanconsiglio166]

I have a textured Sabre grind Wicket and that’s been my main edc fixed blade and an Umnumzaan when I carry a folder. Nuge makes some great blades and I’d really like the textured XL at some point.

[@ericcook8422]

I use a fixed blade for just about everything. I do carry a Benchmade utility knife for your everyday uglies. But in a time of need, a sharp piece of solid metal is very suitable. Thanks for your review.

[@stretch130MFE]

I typically EDC a Spyderco Cali. But I always have an Esee Izula or Mora when off work. The best thing about a fixed blade (to me) is the easy cleaning of blood & guts during deer season. I have found the use for splitting limbs and starting fires or cutting a steak. That’s usually only because I have the damn thing. Not because of a plane crash or SHTF / bugout situation.

[@Monkeymike68918]

I cut stuff. And play with the knives. I started edc fixed blades a few years ago. First one I made out of 1095 with mesquite handle. The sheathe I made out of leather, the size of my average back pocket. I'm a huge fan of EDC fixed blades

[@michaelc3416]

Thanks for the video. I had seen the Lookout in another video recently but for some reason it didn't really catch my attention. Until now. I'm now going to give it a better look. That sheath design looks a lot slimmer, and better overall than a lot of others in this segment. And if I don't have to purchase a new sheath, it actually makes this knife a pretty damn good deal pricewise....

[@LandmanEDC]

Don’t get me wrong - I love the Lookout itself, but it’s that sheath that sells it for me. It’s the nicest and best you’ll find in my opinion. Thank you for watching!

[@saltylawaia8958]

What’s your take on the kizer muskrat ?

[@LandmanEDC]

I don’t personally have one, but I have talked to people who do have one and for $49, and they love it - and you can’t go wrong with a 3-inch fixed blade. Kizer makes good stuff.

[@GunmMetalJameswhite]

I have always carried folders, but I have been wanting to try out a small fixed blade for a while. Just a lot of the ones I can afford come with some pretty horrible sheath options, and I haven't been able to find one that's right. Thanks for the vid, bro 🙏

[@LandmanEDC]

A good sheath can make or break even the best knife in my opinion. Thanks for watching!

[@rogerwhitlock3650]

I carry a fixed and folding knives for my job as LEO. Can’t go wrong with having more than one knife.

[@LandmanEDC]

What’s a LEO?

[@rogerwhitlock3650]

@@LandmanEDC law enforcement officer

[@c.nicholson3536]

EDC fixed blade always appealed to me. There are some mighty fine folders out there, but there’s just something to be said about a fixed blade! Thank you for the ideas. I’m probably gonna look into one (or two 🤣) of these!

[@KungFuTweety1]

The big idea design looks like the best overall design. It seems well thought out. I carry my cold steel mini pendleton hunter as my edc fixed blade and use it for tasks that require a fixed blade over my folder.

[@LandmanEDC]

Yo! I like the look (and the price!) of that Cold Steel. Thanks for sharing and for watching the video!

[@kentgreenough75]

Currently using a Mora Classic #2 for my EDC with leather Suomea leather sheath. Does it all every day.

[@petersidoruk7895]

Folders are great, but you can’t go wrong with a small fixed blade. I recently switched to cheap Mtech fixed blade with a plastic sheath. Does the daily tasks but been looking to upgrade.

[@jayzuena]

Love to carry an edc fixed blade. When carried in an accessible position it is much faster to deploy and sturdier than a folder. Pairs well with a multitool.

[@LandmanEDC]

Agree!

[@tfwoodcraft]

I have a whole bunch of diy projects around the house coming up. That little oden wolf knife would be great to keep on my for all those tasks when you need knife when you're up on a ladder or under a table or something and it would be easy to keep right in reach.

[@SirPraiseSun]

the odenwolf mini is so sick its a game changer for me, so comfortable in hand and a great multi purpose concealed knife. the sheathe and clip are perfect too, i take Odenwolf over Morakniv.

[@ericg649]

I’ve considered and purchased fixed blades but always ended up just carrying a folder. My thought was if I had to use it for self defense it would do the job. Today, I grabbed my pocket knife, flicked it open to clean my finger nails and it closed back. A small piece of lint had gotten in to the locking mechanism and kept it from locking open. If I would have needed it in a fight it would have failed me!!!

[@LandmanEDC]

Good point. Fixed blade has fewer points of failure - as in none, as it doesn’t have moving parts - so the only point of failure would be the blade itself. Or the sheath possibly.

[@SPARTAN-8-ONE]

I have never really been into fixed blades, but I got a Spartan Blades Ento when they first released them in S45 and I have been blown away. I have been in a couple situations where I didn't have tools and was able to use the Ento with a hammer and cut some sheet metal that was hanging off of my garage. My father in law looked at me like I had lost my damn mind. 😂😂. Probably some truth to that. I'm going on 3 years I think carrying it as a backup. Switched to neck carry last year. Wish I would have earlier.

[@MrAntuan25]

Tops 3 pointer knife is my favorite the 3inch drop point is perfect for edc and hunting The sheath is awesome too

[@hessmedstorparn]

1095 is a good carbonsteel hold the edge pretty good. Its a VERY common carbonsteel. I have made many knives in it it works great.

[@LandmanEDC]

Glad I asked about it. I know what it is just didn’t know much about it. Thanks!

[@joshuahooper2934]

Been looking to upgrade to fixed for EDC, so Id use the knife for this life transition for myself.

[@jeffreygreen7994]

I’ve been wanting a fixed blade to carry everyday for awhile now !!

[@choirboyzcutleryoutdoors]

I absolutely adore a good pocket fixed blade! I feel like they are a necessity

[@LandmanEDC]

I’m starting to think the same thing. I thought a folder would be all that I needed and now even this video is forcing me to rethink it! Thanks for your comment.