When it comes to EDC knives, most of us will imagine a small and lightweight folding knife. But there is quite a big part of the population who love to carry a “real” knife in their sheath. Let’s see what is the best EDC fixed blade.
KA-BAR US Marine Corps Fighting Knife
Most famous knife design in the world. Made of 1095 Cro-van (Chrome-Vanadium) blade material. This knife was first adopted by the United States Marine Corps. Ka-Bar knife was designed on November 23. 1942. It features a 7″ Straight Edge Blade. Overall length is 11.875 inches with a weight of 0.70 pounds. The handle is ergonomic and made of leather.
It comes with a lifetime warranty from factory defects:
KA-BAR Knives warrants, to the original purchaser of the knife only, that this knife will be free from defects in material and craftsmanship under normal use and maintenance for the lifetime of the original purchaser.
If you want an awesome and well-known knife. Go for this one. Being used for more than 60 years and still very popular can only mean it’s a very well-made EDC knife.
Benchmade Killian Design Marc Lee Glory
Premium knife made of high-quality 154CM Stainless Steel. This steel is easier to sharpen, great for everyday use, and is excellent for edge retention. It’s not just the quality of blade and handle that makes this knife premium, it is also its refined design. Holding this knife in my hands is a pleasure. G10 handle is very comfortable and is scratch and impact resistant. This knife is a dream of every fixed blade knife lover. The blade is 7.30″ long and the overall length is 12.50″.
The knife was designed by Eddie Killian to pay tribute to Petty Officer Marc Lee (First US Navy SEAL killed in Iraq since 2003). It comes with a multi-function nylon soft sheath.
SOG Specialty Knives & Tools SE38-N
Virtually unbreakable fixed blade EDC knife made of high quality and rigid AUS-8 steel. The handle is made of abrasion and impact resistant glass-reinforced nylon. The elegant black color finish will surely impress many people. What will impress anyone is the quality of the blade, resistance, and sharpness. The overall length of this extremely stout knife is 11.25″ of which 6″ is the blade. It weighs 10.50 OZ. Both the handle and blade are nearly indestructible! It’s extremely resistant and robust! If you are looking for a knife for all situations, even extreme ones, this one will fulfill all your needs. Read user reviews on amazon to get a clearer picture!