Review on 🔪 Oerla TAC DE-0014 Camping and Outdoor Fixed Blade Knife - 420HC Stonewashed Stainless Steel Field Knife with G10 Handle, Waist Clip, EDC Kydex Sheath (Black) by Robert Hunter

I took some time to write a review to see how this blade performs and to give an honest review of the results. First I would like to point out that my Oerla came in a regular knife box which includes another inner box with the company logo on it and perhaps one of the few times the blade I ordered came in a cut out styrofoam box sized to do so that the blade and scabbard do not jump around during transport. Sometimes it's the little things that stand out, right? The blade smells strong and mine came out of the box almost razor sharp. The micarta scales are black and have good texture and grip, the choil fits my index finger fairly well, not too flat and not too deep, and there's a nice spacious bulge along the handle to give you more blade control admit. There is some kind of coating or black tint not along the blade but just above the grind. The logo is on one side of the knife and is not printed in CAPITAL LETTERS, more like a large 1/8" x 3/4" logo. I haven't sharpened the blade since I bought it and I generally use it every day for my job. The blade is starting to dull as usual but I haven't run it over stone or ceramic to sharpen it and I've had it for at least 40 days now. There is a lanyard hole near the tip of the stock, but if you need a rope or paracord to keep your hand on the blade, you'll need to find someone to teach you how to hold the blade. This is just my personal opinion. Keep the blade, but it's not hard work to remove. I've never had my "shake out" and carry my scout style with a blade near my lower back with my right hand. (Check your local state laws to see if you're allowed to do this!) The shell falls off whatever works for you. The only issue I had was that the locking mechanism would not engage, just flip up. It still works as intended, although I've had a couple of times where it got stuck on my shirt and unlocked. This is very easy to fix and the buyer should be aware (I wrapped the clasp in gorilla tape, no problem since) but don't let that stop you from buying a great blade at a phenomenal price. What have I done with this knife?: * Worked and stabbed small pieces of wood * Feathered sticks * Made fresh/new tackle * Sheared magnesium and sparked ferrocerium * Deepened the topsoil, I would say about 3 inches deep by pulling the blade back and to dig with the spine and not the blade, skimming the ground by hand. Your knife doesn't have to be a digging tool, but if that were all you had. *Camping knife *Small game skinned *Used to craft a bow drill *Small field/camping/fishing tasks I have to say that I don't think this is a survival knife, but a great companion knife for small field jobs or a general utility knife. I haven't done any weird tail strength tests like: B. putting my weight on the blade after dipping it into something because I've never had to use my blade like a ladder to get to something out of reach, or no temperature tests Why people do that I don't know that all cemented carbides have a melting point and all cemented carbides have a cold rupture temperature, but if your knife breaks in the cold you probably shouldn't be in that environment. I would definitely recommend this knife for its intended purpose. This knife is almost on par with some of the more expensive brand name knives I own. I think if you are looking for a companion or utility knife this knife is made specifically for it and you can't beat the price. redundant knife with some interesting points. Even if you're just starting out with cutlery, this is a good place to start. Hope this helps you!