| Camping season is finally here. This summer | | | | more resistant to rust. Consider what you will be |
| millions of Americans will head to the mountains to | | | | using you knife for, your budget, and choose the |
| breathe the fresh air, sleep under the stars, and | | | | material that best fits your needs. Be sure to |
| tell some ghost stories by the fire. In order to | | | | consider a pocket knife with multiple blades. |
| make your camping trip all it should be you need | | | | Multi-blade knives are a favorite among campers. |
| to make sure you have the right equipment. One | | | | The different sizes and styles of blades are great |
| of the most essential tools for any good camper | | | | for the many different uses around camp. |
| is their pocket knife. Pocket knives come in many | | | | 4. Pocket or Belt? Always consider where you |
| different styles and choosing the right one for | | | | prefer to carry your knife. As a tool that should |
| you can be a daunting task. Use these tips when | | | | always be kept with you, you should always |
| shopping for your next camping knife. | | | | consider what will be the most comfortable way |
| 1. Size is Important: Knives are like gloves, you | | | | to carry your knife. Some knives come with a |
| should choose one that fits your hand. Having a | | | | sheath or pouch that can be worn on a belt. This |
| knife that fits comfortably in your hand is very | | | | is a better method if you prefer a larger knife |
| important. If you spend much time carving, a | | | | that won't comfortably fit in your pocket. A |
| comfortable knife can help to prevent getting | | | | pocket clip is best if you like to carry your knife |
| blisters. It is also much safer to use a knife that | | | | in your pocket but prefer a little more security to |
| fits your hand well, as it will be easier to grip. It | | | | make sure you don't drop it. Some people prefer |
| may be useful to go to a store and try a few | | | | to just carry a smaller knife that they can carry |
| knives out to find the approximate handle and | | | | in their pocket. Consider which your favorite |
| blade size that you are comfortable with. | | | | method is and choose the right option accordingly. |
| 2. Handle Material: From bone to synthetic, pocket | | | | 5. Get a Good Deal: One of the most important |
| knife handles are available in many different | | | | things to consider when choosing your camping |
| excellent materials. Some outdoorsmen swear by | | | | knife is price. There are an amazing amount of |
| a wood handle because they are more easily | | | | great quality knives available from numerous |
| gripped with a wet hand. Some praise the | | | | reputable manufacturers. You should always get |
| strength and versatility of a Zytel handle. If you're | | | | the most from your money when buying. It may |
| into backpacking or climbing the light weight of an | | | | be a great idea to go to a local sporting goods |
| aluminum or titanium handle may be the best | | | | store to get an idea of size, weight, quality, etc., |
| choice. Many times handle material is a matter of | | | | but you should always look online to make sure |
| personal preference; make sure you consider all | | | | you're getting the best possible deal. |
| the options when choosing your next knife. | | | | Camping is a favorite activity among people the |
| 3. Blades, Blades, Blades: There are many | | | | world over. Make sure you're prepared this |
| different choices when it comes to blades. | | | | camping season. You have many options when |
| Materials, style, shape, and number of blades are | | | | choosing your next pocket knife. Do your |
| some of the things you may need to consider. | | | | research and make sure you find the perfect |
| You can choose from many different types of | | | | camping knife that fits your needs as well as your |
| steel or alloy and many different shapes. Some | | | | hand. |
| materials are easier to sharpen and some may be | | | | |