I have to concure with the larger knives in Res-C and SR-77.

Since SR-77 is the king of tough and holds a pretty good edge, it is hard to ask for more in a big chopper.

I used to have a few larger Swamp Rats with micarta, but ultimately had to let them go because I just ultimately like the feel, weight and balance of the Res-C over the micarta handled larger knives.

I used to have Rat Mastiff and an original Ratweiler, but I just liked the Battle Rat and Camp Tramp considerably more. When it came inventory chopping time for cash, the micarta choppers got "Cut".

I still have my Battle Rat and Camp Tramp.


Although, I really have to say I REALLY like my new G-10 Chopweiler. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

It reminds me a lot of a Heavy Heart that I once had and had to let go because it cost too much. I kind of hope the value of the Chopweiler doesn't go too high on the secondary market. I don't want the temptation. It is a very nice knife..... that said, I might still prefer the Camp Tramp (????).

As far as smaller knives, I actually do "usually" prefer micarta. But, I also do like some of the Res-C and mudders.
I wish Busse would finish their micarta nicer and without "Fuzzies". Bark River and most other makers polish up micarta very nicely. It is a very nice material when finished to a decent level. But, "Fuzzy" micarta already on a knife is hard to fix. I would have to drill out the pins, finish it, then re-attach it. So, Busse micarta has me annoyed. I begged Eric for the G-10 Chopweiler and was happy to get it. G10 doesn't really have fuzzies and finishes nice. I like my RMD with G10 as well.

I guess the thing about micarta and other handle materials is making sure the handle is well shaped. I like the new HRLM and RMD shape.
The Res-C and mudder handles are pretty well proven good for me. The smaller Res-C is a little small, but I have found a way to re-shape it to fit my hand well.

Toss up on materials for smaller knives. I like both at different times.

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