Fixed Blade

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Fixed blade knives for bushcraft, camping and field use, including Morakniv, Finnish Leuku knives, Buckland knives, vintage Mora knives and British Army machetes. Knives are age-restricted. You must be 18 or over to buy one. Choosing a bushcraft knife Blade steel : carbon steel (such as the Morakniv Companion 840 and Pro C) takes a very sharp edge and is easy to resharpen in the field, but it needs oiling to stop rust. Stainless steel (Morakniv 860, 546, Pro S) resists corrosion and suits wet use and fishing. Grind : most Scandinavian knives have a Scandi grind, a single flat bevel that is easy to sharpen and bites well into wood for carving and feather sticks. Size : a blade of around 10 cm covers most camp and carving jobs. Larger Finnish leuku knives and machetes are for chopping and clearing. The law on knives Knives are sold only to buyers aged 18 or over. In the UK it is an offence to carry a fixed-blade knife in public without a good reason, such as work or a genuine outdoor activity. Carry it sheathed and packed away when you are travelling. Fixed blade knives: frequently asked questions Carbon or stainless steel: which is better? Carbon steel is easier to sharpen and takes a keener edge, but it can rust. Stainless needs less care. For bushcraft, many people prefer carbon. What is a good first bushcraft knife? A Morakniv Companion is the usual recommendation. It is affordable, tough, sharp out of the box and easy to maintain. Can I buy a knife if I am under 18? No. It is illegal to sell knives to anyone under 18 in the UK.