My work knife. I carry this 5 days a week as a landscape/maintenance tech. Very durable, holds an edge for a descent amount of time. Just about a perfect fit for my hands (sz large gloves). I have multiple Esee knives and they are all top notch as far as quality and durability go. It’s easy to use and edc if wanted. I purchased a taco style sheath for scout/horizontal carry and I don’t notice it’s there. Very concealable, carries comfortably, fit, finish and weight all coincide nicely with the Esee 4. I actually have this one and the double edge version (perfect self defense knife). Can’t go wrong with the no questions asked fix/replacement warranty to top it all off! Get yourself some, dependability and durability with a Esee knife! Read more
Great knife. Very sharp out the box. Built to last. Read more
Another great fixed blade field knife from ESEE. He loved it and the sheath it came with. Read more
You can't go wrong with the 4" knife. While is it a bit small for some wilderness crafts, it is just the thing for work around the camp. It is a compact, heavy duty and durable knife which seems to hold a very sharp edge. The handle also has enough texture for good grip. I would suggest adding a lanyard to put your hand into in order to keep you hand from sliding down to the knife edge, since the knife holds a keen blade and can be very sharp. This is a quality knife which is very useful for most camp tasks. I've been looking for a perfect bush craft knife, but to be honest I'm coming to the conclusion that this knife fits that description! I like this knife enough that I will likely buy the 5. All around this is an excellent knife. If you are looking for something to use around camp for most chores go for it. If you are looking for a knife to use with lots of camp building, survival, etc. then probably the 5" would work a bit better. Either way, Esee has made a believer out of me. Excellent knife. Read more
TL;DR Overall, 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. Read more
Another winner in the fixed blade style. Great choice and well made product. Read more
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. Read more
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 Read more
