ESEE Knives ESEE-5PVG-007 Fixed Blade Knife vs ESEE Knives ESEE-6PDE-001 Fixed Blade Knife Black 3D

This was the knife that led the way the esee 3 features a broad drop point blade with plenty of belly, which is kind of a hallmark of many of their de...

Unfortunately this was the second ESEE knife which I bought through Amazon (Amazon fulfillment) which was not impressively sharp out of the box. I know that is not such a big issue to some, but it is to me since I do not wish to start pouring labor into a $130 right out of the box. I am not opposed to taking simple steps such as stropping and using some light oil but if I am in doubt about whether to keep or to return, I do not wish to use sharpening stones right out of the box! I test my knives giving them the simple paper cutting tasks plus cutting other types of paper such as wax paper and junk mail coupon type papers. I would like to see the blade to have a razor sharp edge out of the box by going through these types of paper without much effort

Only ESEE puts out a product of this quality. Sharp out of the box, great kydex, yes kydex sheath. Fit and finish are perfect. I bought the FDE and it's a great color combo

My main problem was the sheath, the sheath came in dented and as a result, it was actually cutting into the handle. It was fist of all very difficult to pull out of the sheath and every time I did it took parts of the handle with it. I have enclosed some photos. The knife was pretty much stuck in the sheath and I feel like in an emergency situation, I would have to ask my attacker to give me a hand with trying to pull the knife out first

This knife is heavy so it probably would never be your EDC. However, if you need to hunt, strip wood, sharpen camping sticks or camping stakes, split small logs, etc. -- we do not foresee any issues.

I owned an esee 5 before this knife, and it was hands down the best knife I've ever owned. I did however decide I wanted something very durable but also lighter weight. The blade of the six is a full inch longer and the knife considerably lighter. It may not be as bomb proof as the 5, but it's more durable than most production knives out on the market hands down

The 3D handles are a very nice comfort upgrade over the older slab side design. This knife is well worth the price of admission and the warranty is second to none. The ESEE-5 is my favorite of the entire lineup.

I checked up with ESEE prior to this purchase and while not listed with ESEE, they are a legit reseller. I opted for the purchase here due to free shipping and a slightly less purchase price..

Super fine quality, seriously I can't say anything bad. Built like a hand tank, made for serious work and able to get it done. Holds a edge super, grip is crazy good, finish is very durable. Sheath fine and holds well

ON TOP of that the sheath actually damages your grips where they meet near the finger cut out. -2 stars for a knife that costs you 100+ dollars but comes with a knife shaped plastic cover to protect it while slightly damaging your high end grips? This needs attention.

This knife is a definite work horse. Well worth the money. And 100% American made.👍👍👍🇺🇸

and it's thick. You can wack this this thing with all manners of other, harder things and I'm pretty sure it will come out on top. Whether you're skinning an animal, cutting down a tree or even digging a hole with it. I have no doubt that this thing will outlast you