Hunting Knives | Entrek 11Bravo Outdoor Survival Knife

The Entrek USA 11Bravo Survival Knife

For those of you who are looking for a quality hand made knife, look no further than Entrek USA knives. Entrek knives combine the quality of custom manufacturing with low, factory pricing. Brought to you by renowned knife maker Ray W. Ennis, who has been designing knives for nearly 40 years, Entrek USA knives are made by hand and are used by professionals all over the world.

“11Bravo” Entrek’s Most Popular Knife!

The Entrek 11Bravo is a popular model that has been used with our armed forces overseas. The Bravo is comprised of a 4.75 inch blade with a thickness of .25 inches, and is made with 440C stainless steel. This hand made knife is tough and resistant to corrosion, and it is heat-treated and sub-zero stabilized. The Entrek 11Bravo has an overall length of 9.375 inches. You will notice that The Entrek USA 11Bravo has a very solid gripping surface. This is because it is made with quality black canvas micarta, which is impervious to the elements and other substances that can cause corrosion or destruction of materials.

Styles Made For Both “Hunting” and “Tactical Use”!

This line of sturdy Entrek USA Knives is comprised of over 30 different models, ranging from the 6.5 inch Lynx to the Strike Eagle which measures an overall length of 14.5 inches. Entrek knives are designed to meet the needs of a vast array of knife users – whether you are using it for hunting, utility, tactical or other purposes. Entrek knives feature sheaths made from black Kydex material. You will notice that the sheath is molded to each knife in order to hold the blade more securely. This means that the blade will stay sheathed in extreme situations where you may be climbing or crawling. Additionally, the sheath features a belt clip that can allow you to strap the knife to your gear or leg.

Quality Hunting Knives Still “Made In The USA”!

The manufacturing process at Entrek USA combines both technological and hand made methods. Each and every knife goes through multiple steps in the production process including blanking, surface grinding, marking, drilling, sandblasting and more. You will come to find that Entrek USA knives are made from the best materials available and are extremely consistent in quality. The Entrek USA 11Bravo most popular fixed blade knife In the Entrek Knife Lineup.

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Fixed Blade or Folding Knife | “Which Style is Better for You?”

Fixed Blade Knife or Folding Knife

Anyone that has ever been hunting, camping or fishing knows how important it is to carry a high quality knife. Knives serve many purposes and are a very handy tool to have around. Whether you need to clean some freshly caught fish, cut open a pack of batteries sealed in an almost indestructible manufacturer’s plastic case, or cut up your food, having a good knife to do the job is essential.

There are many different kinds of knives, each designed for a certain purpose. Some of the more popular kinds of knives are a fixed blade knife, folding knife, hunting knife, lockback knife and pocket knife. Knowing which type of knife or knives to carry with you depends on what you are going to use the knife to do.

Is the Fixed Blade Knife The Right Choice?

A fixed blade knife is usually made of a thicker and stronger steel or other composite material. A hunting knife is a good example of a fixed blade knife. It comes with a thick handle that fits firmly in your hand and is capable of killing small game, cleaning a fish, digging a hole and doing a variety of other useful chores. The knife is somewhat heavier and harder to store than some other types of utilitarian knives. On the other hand, it is very durable and easy to clean and maintain.

Folding Knives are more “Compact to Carry”!

A folding knife opens when you need to put it to use and closes when it is not being used. This type of knife provides a measure of safety that does not exist with a fixed blade. Most pocket knives are of the folding knife variety. Everything from a single blade knife to a multiple blade Swiss Army knife falls under this category. Folding knives can be dangerous when using them to cut aggressively. If you are not careful, the blade can suddenly fold up and cut your hand or fingers. To prevent that from happening, lockback knives were developed.

Should you Choose a Lockback Knife?

Lockback knives have a locking mechanism that keeps the blade secure so it will not accidentally collapse while in use. There is usually a little button or other mechanical method that you must deliberately depress to close the blade on a lockback knife.

Or Do you Prefer the Smaller “Pocket Knife”!

A pocket knife is probably the most common of all knives. It can have a blade just 1 inch in length or some really large ones can have a blade of 5 or 6 inches. The smaller pocket knives are easier to carry around, but the larger ones are stronger and can cut through tougher materials with much more ease.

Deciding which knife to buy depends on your personal preferences and the needs for the knife. Most quality knives do not cost that much, so, perhaps you should buy a couple of different types of knives so you will be prepared for any situation.

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Sport Knives | Functionality vs Style and Looks

Sports Knives – Making the Best Choice

There are a variety of sport knives available to the consumer today, and the first and foremost question to ask yourself is, “What do I plan on using this knife for?”

Is the “Hunting Knife” Best For you?

If you are a hunter, the logical choice is a hunting knife used to field dress game. For those hunters who travel off road on snowmobiles or all-terrain vehicles, a solid, fixed blade hunting knife makes it possible to field dress an animal and bring it back. A gut hook is a common feature, although it does add bulkiness to the knife and some hunters dispute its usefulness.

Camp/ Utility Knives

If you are an outdoors man, such as a backpacker, hiker, or fisherman, but not a hunter, then a camp knife may best meet your needs. A camp knife can have a small blade or a very large blade and either style you choose will help you perform chores necessary for setting camp, such as chopping wood, cutting rope, and cutting meat for cooking. Another option for a Camp/ Utility knife is the lockback knife. It is compact to carry by means of a pocket clip, in your pocket or in a belt sheath. It is considerably less bulky than the fixed blade knife.

“Survival Knives” for wilderness trips

When you think of a survival knife, the one that first comes to mind just might be the “Rambo” knife. If you think of a knife as a tool, and the only thing standing between you and death in the wild, then a survival knife is your choice. Yet even an ordinary family can find themselves stranded and fighting to survive, such as the Kim family who took a wrong turn and were stuck in the Oregon wilderness for nine days. Desirable features in a survival knife may include a saw edge, a large blade suitable for chopping and cutting, and a fire starter or compartment for matches. The Bear Grylls knife, named after the renowned star of the Discovery Channel’s “Man vs. Wild” show, is a good example of this type of knife, with bright orange coloration, a pommel suitable for hammering, a built-in fire starter, and a lanyard.

“Self Defense” Knives

If you are more concerned with survival in the city than in the country, then tactical knives are what you need. “Tactical knives” is simply a term to describe a knife intended for self-defense. If you carry a knife for self-defense, you have a choice of a fixed blade knife or folding blade knife. The fixed blade is made to carry on your belt making it faster too grab in an attack. If considering the folding blade knife for self defense look at the assisted opening blade knife. This type of knife offers fast blade deployment. Carrying a folding knife is less conspicuous but also considered a concealed weapon. A sure grip handle and a strong blade are also necessary features when considering tactical knives, because a dropped knife or a broken blade can be fatal in an armed encounter.

Regardless of the types of sport knife you buy, always be mindful of the laws in your area affecting knife legality. When deciding on which type of Sport knife to buy keep in mind “How do I want to Carry this Knife”. I myself carry a mid-size lockback knife on my hunting trips. I use it as a general purpose knife around camp as well as field dressing smaller game.

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