Kabar Fighting/Utility Knife, Serrated Edge & Kraton G Handle

There is no denying that Ka-Bar makes a great knife. This knife holds up well to the elements and has all of the trademark pros of the Ka-Bar fighting knives. For those who haven't handled the serrated ones yet, the serrations are actually quite smooth and may not be what you expect when you see 'serrated' in the description. Not a great knife for quickly cutting rope with the serrated edge, but still a great knife.

My father bought me this knife 10 years ago. With the exception of some scratches on the blackened surface, it still looks brand new. This one has gone camping, backpacking, and has been used for some light-moderate utility work around the house over the years. The blade is thick and solid and holds its edge for a long time - very easy to sharpen, too. The grip is full tang and solid enough to be used as a hammer (and it has while camping). The sheath is still in excellent condition and is built for rugged use - buttons, straps, and kydex have all held up well - no sign of wear. Ka-bar makes great fixed-blade knives, and I would recommend them to anyone who's looking for a straight blade that will last. Keep it oiled and sharpened, and it'll last a lifetime.