No. 6 Field Knife is a Man’s Tool, not a Boy’s Pocket Knife

By Mark Jessen - News Published: 4 Jul 2018, Last Updated: 20 Nov 2023

Venturing out into the wild doesn’t require an everyday carry Pro Surfers Still Froth for Quiksilver’s Highline Boardies. You need the No. 6 Field Knife if you’re going to take on the great outdoors. The field knife is made from high-carbon steel and features a walnut handle. The full tang ensures that the blade won’t be breaking off during its first tough chore. Bare Bones Living boasts that this knife can be used for a whole score of jobs—debranching, cutting thick rope, or even foraging for food. The knife comes with a waxed canvas sheath with a belt clip, but it also has an inlaid copper lanyard ring for extra security. The blade also has a thumb depress to make use more comfortable. The blade measures 10.5 inches in length and is 0.75 inches wide and weighs only 0.7 pounds.

You can also take comfort in knowing that the blade comes from Cool Material. They hand select everything they carry, so they are intimately acquainted with each product. Initially, the store was just a blog where they shared the things they found and loved, but it has since grown into a thriving shop. The team of eight works to bring only the best items to your attention, so checking in with them regularly is recommended.

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General FAQ

Where are barebones knives made?

Barebones' knives are made in Taiwan.

What is a field knife?

Field Knives can be used for all sorts of jobs including cutting, digging, woodwork, prying apart objects and more.

Mr Mark Jessen

Mark Jessen studied English at Brigham Young University, completing a double emphasis in creative writing and professional writing/editing. After graduating, Mark went to work for a small publisher as their book editor. After a brief time as a freelance writer, Mark entered the corporate world as a copywriter. These days, his hours are spent mostly in proofing and editing, though he continues to create content for a wide variety of projects. In 2017, Mark completed UCLA's Creative Writing Certification. A prolific writer, Mark has over 20 years of experience in journalism.

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