ESEE 4P Survival Knife - Field Tested Fixed Blade Knife with Molded Polymer Sheath & Clip Plate, Full Tang, Plain Edge - Durable Outdoor Camping Blade with Sheath for Survival

this is my second esee knife! they are pretty much indestructible! I have really abused this knife and it has stayed razor sharp the whole time, fits perfect in my hand (I have a fairly big hand) Love the color better than my other knife. A good knife all around, Thanks

I bought this knife off of here in February of 2016. I've taken it on numerous camping trips, hikes, hunts, and everything in between. I would buy this thing over and over again. it really shines in the Bushcraft realm, being able to baton down small to medium sized logs with ease. The no-hassle lifetime guarantee simply cannot be beaten. I hope I never have to use it, but it's there.

Shocked at the quality. Came razor sharp with an even grind and symmetrical apex on the edge, which I’ve had an issue with from other knife companies. Perfect size for an all purpose knife, and I don’t know why but I love the textured finish on the blade. Handle is not quite coyote brown, it’s a little bit lighter color than I was hoping. But I don’t care, the knife is so good it could be pink and I’d still like it.

handle is too small for me

I have read quite a few reviews of this knife here and elsewhere and find myself struggling to comprehend people. This knife is available in 4 sizes, and the dimensions for every aspect is listed, so buy the knife that is the size you are looking for. The grip is perfect and the micarta just grips better when it gets wet. Honestly, if this grip hurts your hand you don't spend enough time outdoors to need a knife. The blade coating I am indifferent about, but if using it with a ferro rod is your concern, just sand the powdercoating off of a section of the spine. The 1095 hc steel can rust so if that is a concern search for the esee4 in stainless. You will give up toughness but gain hardness which will break sooner than 1095 but won't rust. I personally own quite a few carbon steel knives and rust has never been an issue - typically they stain almost a black color over time. This is a great knife produced by a great American company, by great American people with hands down the best warranty policy I think I have ever seen on anything. Just go to esee's website and read the warranty policy, that alone is reason enough to buy one of their knives. At this price it really is a no brainer.

Another winner in the fixed blade style. Great choice and well made product.

TL;DROverall, I would recommend this knife to my bestest friend. Not the most ergonomic knife, not cheap, but great quality steel that you will not be able to break/chip even if you try.After 4 months of heavy use in poor conditions I would say this knife was pretty good. I’m honestly impressed with how well the metal blade holds up. Sometimes you get bored and throw it at rocks- er, cut…stuff. Even after all of that I have never chipped the blade, but I have sharpened it a lot to maintain the edge. From when it was new, the blade has lost 1/8 inch in length and width due to it being sharpened so much. The first picture is, believe it or not, two identical knives. One is brand new and the other is…slightly used. I’ll let you pick which is which. But anyway I liked it so much I bought another one if that says anything. The only gripe I have with this knife is the handle. Good lord the handle….feels like I’m holding a Minecraft block. If you buy this knife, which I highly recommend, buy the version with a rounded handle. Your wallet with not be happy but your hand will thank you. Also, while the black coating won’t come off for anyone, any exposed steel will rust very easily as does high carbon steel. Just be prepared to service it often. The rust on it in the picture is from sitting in my dry backpack for a month. It’s just surface rust though. The sheath does have a drain hole at the bottom so water won’t pool on the blade while you’re wearing it on your belt.

I love this knife. It holds an edge. The edge doesn’t seem to chip out, and the feel of the knife Is pleasant while using.