A good stainless steel bushcraft knife will last you a lifetime. Its hard stainless steel construction will stand up to cutting wood and meat with ease. Its handle is almost completely encased with only the tang sticking out for hammering. Fallkniven has been making knives since 1984 and has gained a loyal following. This article will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each. If you're looking for the best bushcraft knife, check out these options.

Benchmade Leuku

The Benchmade Leuku is a large, long-bladed bushcraft knife inspired by the Sami people. Its synthetic Santoprene handle is grippy even when wet, and its blade is 5.19 inches long. This knife also comes with a belt clip and is made from CPM-3V steel for maximum strength and durability. If you're interested in a bushcraft knife for chopping, the Puukko will be the perfect choice.

The stainless steel BushCraft has a thick blade with a robust scandi edge, and a paracord handle. The knife's stick-tang design extends steel to the end of the handle for rock-solid construction. Its MOLLE-compatible lanyard hole is another plus. It's also sturdy enough to take on a variety of bushcraft tasks. This knife is designed to perform well in the field.

Cold Steel Finn Wolf

The Cold Steel Finn Wolf bushcraft knife was inspired by an iconic Finnish hunting and utility knife - the Pukko. The classic shape of a pukko is similar to that of a curved blade. Cold Steel President Lynn C. Thompson was particularly interested in the shape of the blade, which is a traditional feature of the Finnish knife. This blade design carries many similarities to the Pukko, which is a popular choice for hunters.

The Cold Steel Finn Wolf bushcraft knife has an impressively sharp blade, and features a seven-and-a-half-inch overall length and 3.5-inch blade. The blade is made from Japanese AUS-8A steel and measures three millimeters thick - just thick enough for slicing and batoning kindling. The knife's ergonomic handle offers a secure grip in any position. The Cold Steel Finn Wolf comes with a traditional pouch style black cordura sheath. This knife is ready for the next adventure.

ESEE RB3

The ESEE RB3 stainless steel bush craft knife features a classic Scandinavian grind and a comfortable canvas Micarta handle. Its scales fill your hand for comfort and provide added traction in the wet environment. The knife's sheath is made from black leather. The knife is shipped with a leather sheath for protection and convenience. During a camping trip, a knife like this will come in handy.

Designed for rugged camping trips, the Morakniv Bushcraft Survival Knife offers durable, long-lasting performance. Its high-carbon steel blade is coated with DLC to prevent rusting, even in wet environments. Designed with a unique spine and Scandi grind edge, this knife is thin enough for precision cutting but strong enough for chopping down branches and kindling.