Cutting Tools

We all know that the first thing that anyone chooses for their survival.

The knife.

The thing is while it is possible to survive on one good knife there are knives specifically designed for a task.

Or rather a cutting tool.

A cutting tool is anything used for cutting, hacking, sawing and any that separates something into two or more parts.

I have created a list of five essential tools to have in a survival situation.

1. Knife -  This is piece of metal that has been sharped to a blade with a handle. I recommend a full tang blade as it is the most durable. Any one will do whether its big or small and shape doesn't matter. Now if I am honest a kitchen knife is acceptable and will do the job well (personal experience) but I rather a thicker blade. Right now I am using the "Mora Companion". It a cheap and of incredible quality.

2. Spoon knife - This a knife that is curved in a almost U shape. It is best for carving bowls or curves. I have seen it used in carving spoons and bowls so this is something you could be practicing every time you go out and have some free time or in a long term scenario you can make some gear that will make life easier for you.

3. Cutlass/ Machete - Basically a long knife. This essential when like in the tropics or any densely forested area. It does not have to be a too long. I prefer one that goes slightly pass my elbow when I hold the handle.

4. Axe/ Hatchet -  This is steel blade attached to a piece of wood at a 90 degree angle. Its for cuting down trees and processing wood.

   

5. Folding saw  - This is for cutting straight through limbs, small trees etc. It is a blade with a serrated edge. 

Others you might want to have.

# Skinning knife -  Used for processing game and skinning animals. Honestly useless you have done it you will have no idea how invaluable a skinning knife is and how many cuts you can avoid.

# Switch blade or Folding knife - This is mainly as a backup blade in case you lose your main. Very important.

# Multi tool - A multi tool can be used for a wide area of jobs whether in the feild or in the city. Alway have one.

# Knife sharpener - A dull knife is dangerous to use in any situation. Even a small knife sharpener will keep your blade sharp and work at maximum efficiency. I recommend the Smith's pocket sharpener as I have one and it has kept my knives, multi tools and saws extremely sharp. I have abused this, drop it, wet it and many other accidents(too numerous to mention) and it still works like the day I ordered it.

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And remember survival is not a choice but a right earned at birth.

Be the Wolf!