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HOGUE EXTRAK FIXED-BLADE KNIFE

PUBLISHED BY GREG ON OCTOBER 18, 2023OCTOBER 18, 2023



This year, I worked exclusively with Hogue Knives. Because both fixed-blade and
replaceable-blade knives have their place, I used the Hogue Extrak Fixed-Blade
Knife and the Hogue Expel Scalpel Knife on all my hunts.

While both fixed-blade and replaceable-blade knives have their advantages and
disadvantages, there are several reasons why a fixed-blade knife might be
considered better for mountain hunting:

 1. Durability: Fixed-blade knives are typically more durable than their
    replaceable-blade counterparts. They lack the additional moving parts that
    can potentially fail, making them better suited to handle the rigours of
    mountain hunting.
 2. Strength and Reliability: Fixed-blade knives are usually more robust and
    reliable than replaceable ones. They are better equipped to handle
    heavy-duty tasks like cutting through tough animal hide, bone and other
    materials typically encountered during hunting. If you need to work with
    wood for any reason, you’ll appreciate having a “real blade.”
 3. Safety: In terms of safety, fixed-blade knives are generally considered to
    be more secure because they do not have any moving parts that might break or
    malfunction during use. This can prevent accidents that may occur when a
    blade unexpectedly detaches from a knife during a critical moment. The fact
    that a fixed-blade knife can be sharp without being as crazy-sharp as a
    scalpel is a positive. For this reason, I let my daughter cut with the
    Extrak but not with the Expel Scalpel knife.
 4. Versatility: Fixed-blade knives are often more versatile in terms of their
    applications. They can be used for various tasks beyond just skinning and
    field dressing, such as splitting wood, building shelters, or preparing
    meals in the wilderness.

However, it’s essential to note that there are also advantages to using a
replaceable-blade knife, such as the convenience of quickly changing out a dull
blade for a sharp one without the need for sharpening tools. This can be
particularly helpful when maintaining a consistently sharp edge during extended
hunting trips.

Ultimately, the choice between a fixed blade and a replaceable-blade knife for
mountain hunting depends on personal preference, specific hunting needs, and the
individual’s comfort and familiarity with the tool. I prefer to carry both
knives to ensure I have my bases covered. Because both knives are built with the
mountain hunter in mind, the weight penalty for carrying two knives is
negligible.

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