Ranger Knives RD6 - Thick, Stout & Strong

Despite its 6-inch blade length, the Ready Detachment (RD) 6 from Ranger Knives is a serious workhorse, and can outperform many larger knives. The thickness of the tough, 5160 spring steel makes the RD6 great for chopping and splitting wood, and even prying and digging. The flat grind should produce a thinner edge, and this can be accomplished with a little grinding/sharpening. The finger choil and jimping allow for positive control during small tasks, and the exposed tang forms a hammering pommel which accomodates a lanyard. There's a lot to like about this exceptionally tough knife. Still, Justin from Ranger Knives is going to modify mine to my specifications, after which you can expect an updated video. The knife should be a bit thinner to make it lighter, and sharper. The handle doesn't need to be quite as robust, and the micarta could be radiused more. That would make the knife more nimble, and some added jimping would give better purchase for bushcraft tasks. As is, the knife is very stout and strong, and can take a serious beating. 7/10