Condor Tool & Knife CTK240-8.5HC Hudson Bay Camp Knife 8-1/2" Carbon Steel Classic Blade, Hardwood Handle, Leather Sheath

(51 reviews)

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Luke
Fort Loudon, Pa.

Aug 01, 2017

Pros: Blade Sharpness, Sheath/Scabbard, Handle Material, Blade Material, Materials, Weight, Overall Quality, Finish

Cons: None

Great for a large knife.

Will use this blade for all camping chores from cutting up meat, taters, and other vittle fixin. To skinning critters and just about anything done in the wilderness. This is a fine tool for a woods dweller. I am 70 and hunt with a Leman Indian flintlock trade rifle and buy gosh this knife fits right in with my primitive gear. Only thing I did was a few passes on my india stone made it razor sharp ! I am glad I purchased this Hudson bay camp knife. Old time style with good carbon steel and the sheath is made from real leather ! A true mountain man gizzard remover !

Marc G
Quebec, Canada.

Jun 10, 2017

Pros: Weight, Finish, None

Cons: Handle Material

Impressive for the price

I bought this to test alternatives for pricier camp knives such as the Junglas.First, the blade feels light on the belt compared to other big blades I carried. While not a true dangler, the pivot on the belt loop is a nice touch that makes sitting with the knife convenient. I tested the knife right out of the box without touching up the edge. It could be sharper, but it is sharp enough. Still has a better edge profile and sharpness than some expensive sharpened prybars I've seen around (you know exactly what I am talking about). I chopped some 3-4" trees, some batoning, made a bowdrill kit, prepped some food. It passes the test in my book. Good balance on the blade.Shorter than some other camp knives, but the width adds some weight to the front. Handle is comfy. Might not last as long as micarta, but it's well made. There is no lanyard hole. I don't mind, but some folks might. It is a carbon steel blade, so yeah it can rust. My edge has a little rust spot that will be easy to remove.My fault as I didn't wipe the blade properly. As a wilderness survival instructor, I wanted to test blades for people not willing to spend much on a camp knife. For the price this one definitely passed the test.

John
Southeastern Washington

Mar 17, 2017

Pros: Finish, Overall Quality, Weight, Sheath/Scabbard

Cons: Handle Material, None

Nice and meaty

I purchased this knife after several months of looking at it and reading the reviews.I wanted a heavyweight blade to keep in my camp kit, and I have not been disappointed with the knife itself. My only complaint is with the handle, which seems too thin for the size of the blade. I have nerve damage in my hands and prefer a larger handle to get a firm grip. A lanyard hole would also be an awesome addition. I plan to replace the handle with some thicker curly maple scales and I will probably add a lanyard hole at that time. Other than that, I think this knife is well worth its modest cost, and the sheath is amazingly well made and sturdy.