BDP Posted October 27, 2013 Report Share Posted October 27, 2013 Hi ya. Right I've shot a few pigeons now and when it comes to slicing off the breast the knives I have are rubbish and old!!! Can anyone recommend a good sharp knife that will keep its edge. I don't have silly money so please be reasonably with your suggestions. If you could add links that would be awesome. Thank you Bear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simonix Posted October 27, 2013 Report Share Posted October 27, 2013 Morokniv companion! About £10-15, keep a good edge, Strong, and dishwasher safe! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salop Matt Posted October 27, 2013 Report Share Posted October 27, 2013 Opinel would do very well or if you want a good little kitchen knife try one of these they are great: http://www.salamandercookshop.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&utm_source=Google%2BProduct%20Search&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Google%2BProduct%20Search&utm_term=Kuhn+Rikon+Colori+Paring+Knife+-+Black&products_id=2877¤cy=GBP&gclid=CP7d1_yKuLoCFbLJtAodeyQAcg We have one and it's cheap and very sharp with its own plastic sheath ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
double10 Posted October 27, 2013 Report Share Posted October 27, 2013 (edited) what's the budget? i'd suggest an opinel Edited October 27, 2013 by double10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDP Posted October 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 27, 2013 The budget is about £20. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deershooter Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 Look for a frosts clipper had them for years for deer stalking no problem Deershooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 At home I should get a short boning knife, ask your butcher Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 2 mora clippers £10 each doesn't matter if you loss one (you got a spare in budget) sharp blade no fuss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frenchieboy Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 For a budget of around £20 you could get both an Opinel and a Nora Clipper/Companion and have the best of both worlds - A good sharp fixed blade knife and a descent quality folding/locking knife that will not break your heart (Or your wallet) if you were to loose either of them, and still end up with a bit of change to get a few more cartridges too! Both the Opinel and the Mora will take a razor sharp edge which they holds quite well and can be carried with you while out shooting and are more than capable of breasting pigeons or gutting rabbits while in the field or back at the motor. - I've even used my Moras for gralloching and skinning deer! I prefer the Carbon Steel version of both the knives mentioned, they are a little harder to get that "perfect edge" on but when you do get that "perfect edge" they really do keeps that edge for much longer. I'm sure others will think differently so it's up to you to think about the various options and make your own decision mate - But I know what I would opt for! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malantone Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 As above, why waste money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rexcernui Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 Opinel and mora. High on performance low on price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halfbee Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 My kids were breasting pigeons this morning, one using an Opinel one using a Mora Clipper, both with carbon steel blades. The Mora is easier to clean because of a fixed blade and a rubbery plastic handle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bala Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 i have seen people do it with just their thumbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwade545 Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 http://www.ronniesunshines.com/whitby-sheath-knife-1.html a bit more then £20, got one and have sharpened it up on the whetstone and it is now shaving sharp and holds the edge well. Bit more knife for not much more money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispti Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 I think the opinals are too weak, I chipped the blade breasting birds. Had a Mora (in carbon steel) for a few years now, great tool for that kind of job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 Another vote for a Mora clipper companion in carbon steel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimlet Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 (edited) I've never quite understood the popularity of Opinals. I've had two and neither would keep an edge for five minutes. Perhaps OK for paunching when the edge takes no stress, but as a general purpose knife my last one just annoyed me. Cut something like string just once and it was as blunt as a paperknife instantly. Had one fold up on my fingers once. It was dark, my fingers were numb and I thought I'd twisted the ferrule round to lock the blade but it was seized and hadn't moved. I was legging a rabbit and struggling to get the blade through the skin because it was blunt again when it folded up on the back of my fingers. It cut well enough then. Fair play to those who like them but I wouldn't have another. I'd pick a Mora for a cheapie every time, and in any case I'd rather have a fixed blade for birds. Blood, feathers and folding knives aren't a great combination. Also If taking pigeon breasts off in the field I take off the entire breast bone. Empty the crop and run the knife under the breast bone from the base up to the wings both sides. Nip through the wing bone joints and the whole thing comes away in a nice clean nugget with skin attached. The rest is ferret food. Edited October 28, 2013 by Gimlet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 I stopped use opinals years ago no problem with the edge but the twisty lock bit either stuck or was to free moving that the blade closed on my fingers a couple of times it just put me right off them I was in my teens then and have used a fixed blade since. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frenchieboy Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 I stopped use opinals years ago no problem with the edge but the twisty lock bit either stuck or was to free moving that the blade closed on my fingers a couple of times it just put me right off them I was in my teens then and have used a fixed blade since. I have been using the same Opinel number 6 for a great many years and had no problem with it whatsoever. My blade holds it's razor sharp edge for ages no matter how hard I work it while out in the field. As for the locking ring seizing up, I've never experienced that, but I do clean mine regularly after use and occasionally give it a quick light wipe with vegetable out! To me it is the old and well known saying coming into play - Take care of your equipment and your equipment will take care of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 I have been using the same Opinel number 6 for a great many years and had no problem with it whatsoever. My blade holds it's razor sharp edge for ages no matter how hard I work it while out in the field. As for the locking ring seizing up, I've never experienced that, but I do clean mine regularly after use and occasionally give it a quick light wipe with vegetable out! To me it is the old and well known saying coming into play - Take care of your equipment and your equipment will take care of you! As I said teenage I probably didn't look after the look as well as I should blade was fine. But fix blade only now for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masmiffy Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Title is What is the best Budget Hunting Knife http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pt_baBN4MA8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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