can anyone suggest a backpacking blade?

[Knivesinedc]

i need a knife that is around 4Oz's, has a tough steel, preferably 3 in. of cutting edge and is around 50-75$ US. please feel free to give me some ideas.

[Blerv]

Probably the closest thing is a Manix2. I would also consider a Salt1 or Pacific Salt.

Without knowing more I expect H1 is tougher than 154cm or CPM-S30v.

[CarbonFiberNut]

Probably the closest thing is a Manix2.

Or, if you're really one of those backpacking Gram Weenies - a Manix 2 Lightweight weighs under 3 ounces, still has an excellent cutting edge and strong ball bearing lock, and packs about the most knife-per-ounce I've ever seen. It's become my go-to backpacking knife.

[ASmitty]

Manix 2 LTWT or Dialex's Junior if you're willing to spend the money. Both have the best utility blade shape I've ever used.

[fanglekai]

Look at the Delica and Endura. The lightweight models are both under 4 oz, VG-10 steel, and within your budget.

[xceptnl]

Manix 2 LTWT or Dialex's Junior if you're willing to spend the money. Both have the best utility blade shape I've ever used.

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[einstein2001]

+1 Manix 2 Lightweight

[Fresh Eddie Fresh]

I voted Manix Lightweight... I think the voting would be more even if you put it up against a Delica plain edge.

[Alnamvet68]

Yes, go for an Endura or a Delica; combo blade or full serrations, and more then perfect for backpacking.

[Donut]

I'm thinking BD1 isn't going to perform well enough for outdoorsy stuff.

How long do you intend to go back packing for?

[twinboysdad]

new Goddard sprint, big and light

[ASmitty]

I'm thinking BD1 isn't going to perform well enough for outdoorsy stuff.

How long do you intend to go back packing for?

I couldn't disagree with this more. BD1 has performed amazingly well in my experiences.

[Jmotley]

I'd say a mule with g10 scales.

[Cricket Bite]

I will second the idea of the Salt series. I like the Salt series because it gives you a worry free blade that is very light and reliable. When backpacking it is not always possible to stay dry and worrying about your blade rusting is low on the priority list if it is raining. It will also be good to know what you will use the knife for when backpacking how long you will be out and where you will be. I went for years with just a Swiss Army Knife and nothing more. I even did severa trips with just a leatherman micra. If you plan on chopping wood with it or taking down some prey :p then you will need much more than what has been suggested.

[Knivesinedc]

I plan to go for about 3 days average. moisture isn't going to be a big problem. i just need a big, tough and solid blade. also i am looking for a blade that can take hard use. I'm talking HARD use. Thats how i use my knives and that's how their meant to be used.

[twinboysdad]

then you need a fixed blade, try an Esee. You will not find a $60 folder to do the things you are suggesting

[CarbonFiberNut]

I just need a big, tough and solid blade. also i am looking for a blade that can take hard use. I'm talking HARD use. Thats how i use my knives and that's how their meant to be used.

That's now how a folder is meant to be used. Buy a fixed blade.

[Alnamvet68]

I plan to go for about 3 days average. moisture isn't going to be a big problem. i just need a big, tough and solid blade. also i am looking for a blade that can take hard use. I'm talking HARD use. Thats how i use my knives and that's how their meant to be used.

In that case, you may want to consider the Benchmade Bone Collector fixed blade Skinner series. I never go hunting or camping without both the 15005 and the 15015.

[fanglekai]

Used hard how?

Get a Becker or ESEE.

[Dodge]

Delica CE and/or BK16