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Outdoor & Survival Knives · Gerber & Morakniv · Fixed & folding

Outdoor Knives & Survival Knives
Gerber, Morakniv, Ruike & BeaverCraft – from EDC folding knife to survival knife

Q: Fixed blade or folding knife – which is better?

It depends on the use. A fixed blade has no moving parts, transfers full force, is easy to clean and withstands batoning and prying – first choice for survival, bushcraft and hunting. A folding knife wins on weight and pack size and stows safely in your pocket – ideal for everyday carry and light tours. Many Outdoor fans combine both: the fixed blade for hard work, the folder as a second knife.

Q: What makes a good bushcraft knife?

A bushcraft knife is optimised for wood work: the Scandi grind with its wide, flat bevel can be guided precisely along the grain – ideal for feathersticks, notches and carving. Add a medium blade length of around 9 to 12 cm, a grippy handle even when wet and a stiff blade spine for batoning. The classics are the Morakniv models; a distinctive wooden-handled alternative is the BeaverCraft BSH4 Dusk.

Q: Gerber or Morakniv – which brand suits me?

Gerber stands for rugged American Outdoor knives with well-thought-out sheath systems – from EDC folders to full-tang survival knives like the Strongarm and LMF II. Morakniv stands for simple, extremely low-maintenance fixed blades with Scandi grind at a fair price. Rule of thumb: Gerber for survival setups and folding knives, Morakniv for bushcraft and wood work – and if you want to cover both, combine the two.

Q: Drop point or tanto – which blade shape do I need?

The drop-point blade is the all-rounder: the gently sloping spine creates a controlled, forgiving tip and a long cutting belly – ideal for camping, hunting and everyday use. That is why 75 of the 129 knives in the range carry this shape. The tanto blade has an angular, particularly strong tip suited to hard materials and tactical applications, but is less versatile for fine cutting. When in doubt: drop point.

Q: From what age can children use their own Outdoor knife?

With a children's model like the BeaverCraft BSH Kid, children can gather first experience under the constant supervision of an adult – the knife is scaled to children's hands in size and handling. Mandatory extras: cut-resistant gloves and clear rules (work seated, cut away from the body, return the knife to its sheath right after use). A good first project is simple carving on soft lime wood from our carving tool range.

Q: How do I sharpen my Outdoor knife correctly?

For routine care, stropping is enough: draw the blade flat over a leather strop with polishing compound – a few passes restore the edge. If the edge is more heavily worn, use a sharpening stone; with a Scandi grind the entire flat bevel rests on the stone, which makes sharpening particularly easy. You will find sharpening stones, strops and polishing compound in the filter category Abrasives & Sharpening.

Q: What does full tang mean and why does it matter?

Full tang means the blade steel runs as a continuous tang all the way to the end of the handle – blade and handle form a single piece of steel, with the handle scales attached to the sides. This makes the knife maximally break-resistant, even during batoning and prying. For survival knives like the Gerber Strongarm or LMF II Infantry, full tang is the standard. On light everyday knives a partial tang is no drawback – what matters is the intended use.

Q: Stainless steel or carbon steel – which is better?

Stainless steel is low-maintenance and the right choice for wet conditions, hunting and everyday use – it forgives packing the knife away wet. Carbon steel is easier to resharpen and holds its edge longer, but develops surface rust without care: dry and lightly oil it after use. For beginners we recommend stainless blades; for bushcraft fans with a care routine, carbon steel is the higher-performing choice.

Full-tang survival knives from Gerber, bushcraft classics from Morakniv and BeaverCraft, plus precise folding knives from Ruike and proven hunting knives – 129 Outdoor knives for camping, bushcraft, hunting and everyday carry. From your first folding knife to an uncompromising survival blade. Shipped from our Swiss warehouse, with personal advice.

Gerber quality

US Outdoor brand since 1939 – with Strongarm and LMF II as the survival benchmark

129 models

Folding knives, fixed blades, hunting, bushcraft and survival knives

Bushcraft expertise

Scandi grind from Morakniv and BeaverCraft for precise wood work

For every hand

From the BSH Kid children's bushcraft knife to full-tang pro blades

At a glance

129 Outdoor knives from Gerber, Morakniv, Ruike, BeaverCraft, Camillus, Hultafors, Amare Knives, BCB and Nitecore
Five ranges: folding knives (91), fixed blades (34), hunting knives (24), survival knives (19), bushcraft knives (12)
Blade shapes with dedicated filters: drop point (75 models) and tanto (13 models)
Full-tang survival knives such as the Gerber Strongarm and LMF II Infantry with rugged sheaths
Bushcraft knives with Scandi grind – ideal for feathersticks and controlled wood work
Lightweight EDC folding knives with secure locks from Gerber and Ruike
Hunting knives with a forgiving drop-point blade, such as the Ruike Jager F118-G
Children's and entry-level model BeaverCraft BSH Kid for first Outdoor experiences under supervision
Stainless or carbon steel blades – depending on use and maintenance preference
Matching sharpening and care accessories: sharpening stones, leather strops and polishing compound
Also in the shop: carving tools and survival equipment for the complete Outdoor setup
Swiss warehouse – free shipping from CHF 100, dispatch within 1–2 working days

Outdoor Knives & Survival Knives – rugged, sharp, reliable

A good knife is the most important tool in any Outdoor kit – preparing food on a hike, making feathersticks for the campfire or serving as a reliable companion on the hunt. What matters is the right knife for the job: a light folding knife for everyday carry has very different requirements than a full-tang survival knife for hard work. At Swiss-Sale.ch you will find 129 Outdoor knives – with a focus on Gerber, the American Outdoor brand with over 85 years of experience, and Morakniv, the Swedish classic for bushcraft knives. The range is completed by Ruike, BeaverCraft, Camillus, Hultafors, Amare Knives and BCB.

What do you want to do with your knife? Use cases at a glance

The right knife depends on how you will use it. Here are the most important use cases and the matching models:

Survival and emergency kit

For a survival setup, reliability is everything: a full-tang blade, a non-slip grip and a sheath that sits securely on your belt or gear. The Gerber Strongarm is the benchmark here – a rugged full-tang knife with a rubberised grip and a versatile mounting sheath. If you want even more reserves, go for the Gerber LMF II Infantry, developed for extreme conditions. Both knives handle batoning, prying and daily camp duty.

Bushcraft and camp craft

Bushcraft knives are built for precise wood working: the Scandi grind found on many Nordic blades excels at carving, feathersticks and clean cuts along the grain. The classics are the Morakniv models from Sweden – low-maintenance and with an outstanding price-performance ratio. If you prefer a full bushcraft knife with a wooden handle, the BeaverCraft BSH4 Dusk is a distinctive alternative. You will find all models in the filter category Bushcraft Knives.

EDC and everyday carry – the folding knives

With 91 models, folding knives are the largest section of this category. For starters we recommend the light Gerber Paraframe I with its open frame and secure framelock. A step up is the Ruike P128-SB – precisely built, with a solid lock and smooth blade action. Folding knives disappear compactly into your pocket or backpack and cover everything from parcel tape to a picnic. Browse the full selection under Folding Knives.

Hunting – proven tools for the field

For hunting, what counts is safe handling, an easy-to-clean blade and a forgiving tip. The 24 hunting knives in the range therefore mostly rely on the drop-point blade – like the Ruike Jager F118-G with its fixed blade and grippy handle. Classic fixed blades from Gerber and Hultafors also prove themselves in the field. See the overview in the filter category Hunting Knives.

Professional and high-end

If you demand a lot from your knife every day, pay attention to blade steel, build quality and ergonomics. The Gerber LMF II Infantry is the workhorse for hard use, while Amare Knives covers the premium segment with finely finished blades. For hard materials and maximum tip strength, take a look at the models with a Tanto blade.

Beginners and children

The BeaverCraft BSH Kid is designed for a child's first supervised knife experience: a bushcraft knife scaled for children's hands – always under the supervision of an adult. Cut-resistant gloves from the filter category Cut Protection are part of the setup. Adult beginners are best served by an affordable folding knife like the Gerber Paraframe I or a low-maintenance fixed-blade Morakniv.

Our recommendation: For starters, a Gerber Paraframe I (folding) or a Morakniv classic (fixed blade). For bushcraft, the BeaverCraft BSH4 Dusk or a Morakniv with Scandi grind. For your survival setup, the Gerber Strongarm – and if you want maximum toughness, choose the Gerber LMF II Infantry.

Gerber, Morakniv & co. – the brands in our range

Gerber Gear – American Outdoor tradition since 1939

Gerber from Portland, Oregon, has been one of the world's best-known Outdoor brands for over 85 years. From the light EDC folding knife Paraframe to the survival workhorse Strongarm and the LMF II Infantry for extreme demands, Gerber covers the whole spectrum. Typically Gerber: well-thought-out sheath systems, non-slip grips and rugged build quality made for daily use. At Swiss-Sale.ch you get the key Gerber knives from a Swiss warehouse.

Morakniv – Swedish knife tradition since 1891

Morakniv from Mora, Sweden, has stood for rugged knives at a fair price for over 130 years. The fixed blades with Scandi grind are the first choice for bushcraft and wood work: easy to resharpen, controlled to use and practically indestructible. A Morakniv is the classic first knife for bushcraft beginners – and remains the most-used tool in many professionals' packs.

Ruike, BeaverCraft, Camillus & Hultafors – completing the range

Ruike builds precisely finished folding knives with an excellent price-performance ratio, plus hunting knives like the Jager F118-G. BeaverCraft, known from our carving tool range, adds distinctive wooden-handled bushcraft knives with its BSH series. Camillus stands for American knife tradition, Hultafors for Swedish work knives – and Amare Knives and BCB round off the premium and survival segments.

Popular Outdoor knives at a glance

Knife	Type	Level	Use
Gerber Paraframe I	Folding knife	Beginner / EDC	Everyday, light tours
Ruike P128-SB	Folding knife	Advanced	EDC, camping
Morakniv classic	Fixed blade, Scandi grind	Beginner	Bushcraft, wood work
BeaverCraft BSH4 Dusk	Fixed blade, bushcraft	Advanced	Bushcraft, camp craft
Ruike Jager F118-G	Fixed blade, hunting	Advanced	Hunting, Outdoor
Gerber Strongarm	Fixed blade, full tang	Advanced	Survival, hard work
Gerber LMF II Infantry	Fixed blade, full tang	Professional	Survival, extreme conditions
BeaverCraft BSH Kid	Fixed blade, children's model	Children (supervised)	First Outdoor experiences

You will find all full-tang and fixed-blade models in the filter category Fixed Blade, and the survival specialists under Survival Knife.

Knife type and blade shape – what suits which task?

Knife type and blade shape determine how a knife behaves in use. You can filter the category accordingly:

Type / blade shape	Characteristic	Best for
Folding knives (91 models)	Compact, safely stowed, low weight	EDC, everyday, light tours
Fixed blades (34 models)	Maximum stability, easy to clean	Survival, bushcraft, hunting
Bushcraft knives (12 models)	Scandi grind for controlled cuts	Wood work, feathersticks, camp craft
Hunting knives (24 models)	Forgiving tip, stiff blade spine	Hunting and game processing
Survival knives (19 models)	Full tang, rugged sheath	Emergency kit, survival training
Drop-point blade (75 models)	All-rounder with a controlled tip	Universal use
Tanto blade (13 models)	Particularly strong tip	Hard materials, tactical use

Full selection in the filter categories Drop-point blade and Tanto blade.

Safety when handling Outdoor knives

Outdoor knives are tools with sharp blades – five rules for safe handling:

Cut away from your body: Always guide cutting and sweeping movements away from your body, never towards your holding hand or leg.
Transport safely: On the move, your knife belongs stowed in your backpack – fixed blades in their sheath, folding knives closed. Avoid carrying a knife within easy reach in public.
Sharp blades are safer: Dull knives slip more easily and need more force. Sharpen your blade regularly and check it before use.
Children only under supervision: Use children's models like the BSH Kid exclusively with an adult – cut-resistant gloves from the filter category Cut Protection are mandatory.
Check lock and sheath: On a folding knife, check the lock before every use; carry fixed blades only in a firmly seated sheath on your belt.

Maintenance and care of your Outdoor knives

A well-maintained knife stays sharp, safe and will accompany you for decades. Three care rules:

Sharpen regularly: For routine care, stropping over a leather strop with polishing compound is enough; for heavier wear, use a sharpening stone. You will find both in the filter category Abrasives & Sharpening.
Store dry and oiled: After each use, dry the blade and protect it with a light film of care oil – especially important for carbon steel, which develops surface rust faster than stainless steel.
Care for mechanism and sheath: On folding knives, clean the pivot and lock and oil them sparingly; treat leather sheaths occasionally with leather care, rinse plastic sheaths and let them dry.

Recommendation overview – which knife suits you?

You want to...	Recommendation
...get a first folding knife for everyday use	Gerber Paraframe I
...carry a high-quality EDC folding knife	Ruike P128-SB
...get started with bushcraft	Morakniv classic with Scandi grind
...own a distinctive wooden-handled bushcraft knife	BeaverCraft BSH4 Dusk
...add a survival knife to your emergency kit	Gerber Strongarm
...have maximum toughness for extreme conditions	Gerber LMF II Infantry
...use a hunting knife with a drop-point blade	Ruike Jager F118-G
...share first Outdoor experiences with your child	BeaverCraft BSH Kid + cut-resistant gloves
...have an extra-strong tip for hard use	Models with tanto blade
...carve spoons, kuksas or figures	BeaverCraft carving tool range

Why buy Outdoor knives from Swiss-Sale.ch?

We stock 129 Outdoor knives with a focus on Gerber and Morakniv – completed by Ruike, BeaverCraft, Camillus, Hultafors, Amare Knives and BCB. Everything from a Swiss warehouse, with personal advice in our showroom in Menzingen.

🔪 Gerber & Morakniv – Outdoor knife expertise from the USA and Sweden
🌲 Bushcraft knives with Scandi grind from Morakniv and BeaverCraft
🎁 129 models – from EDC folding knife to full-tang survival knife
📐 Filter precisely by knife type and blade shape (drop point, tanto)
🔧 Stainless or carbon steel – depending on use and care preference
🧤 Cut-resistant gloves and cut protection tape available to order along
🪒 Sharpening stones, leather strops and polishing compound for lasting sharpness
👶 BSH Kid children's bushcraft knife for a supervised start
🏅 Statutory warranty and 30-day voluntary right of return
🇨🇭 Direct Swiss shop – no customs fees, no waiting
📞 Personal advice by phone, e-mail or in our showroom
📦 Swiss warehouse – free shipping from CHF 100

Here you go to the Gerber knives: Gerber Outdoor Knives. Or to the Morakniv classics: Morakniv Knives. A focused selection is available under Folding Knives.

FAQ – frequently asked questions about Outdoor knives

Which Outdoor knife is right for beginners?

We recommend two routes: If you need an everyday knife, start with a light folding knife like the Gerber Paraframe I – affordable, compact and with a secure framelock. If you want to work with wood outdoors, choose a fixed-blade Morakniv with Scandi grind: low-maintenance, controlled to use and practically indestructible. Both options are deliberately simple and forgive beginners' mistakes.

Fixed blade or folding knife – which is better?

It depends on the use. A fixed blade has no moving parts, transfers full force, is easy to clean and withstands batoning and prying – first choice for survival, bushcraft and hunting. A folding knife wins on weight and pack size and stows safely in your pocket – ideal for everyday carry and light tours. Many Outdoor fans combine both: the fixed blade for hard work, the folder as a second knife.

What makes a good bushcraft knife?

A bushcraft knife is optimised for wood work: the Scandi grind with its wide, flat bevel can be guided precisely along the grain – ideal for feathersticks, notches and carving. Add a medium blade length of around 9 to 12 cm, a grippy handle even when wet and a stiff blade spine for batoning. The classics are the Morakniv models; a distinctive wooden-handled alternative is the BeaverCraft BSH4 Dusk.

Which knife should I take hiking in the Swiss Alps?

For a classic mountain hike, a light folding knife like the Gerber Paraframe I is enough – it weighs little, covers picnic and small repairs and stows safely in your backpack. On multi-day tours with bivouac or campfire, add a fixed blade with Scandi grind for wood work. Important in the mountains: your knife belongs stowed in your pack and should handle safely even with cold, wet hands.

Gerber or Morakniv – which brand suits me?

Gerber stands for rugged American Outdoor knives with well-thought-out sheath systems – from EDC folders to full-tang survival knives like the Strongarm and LMF II. Morakniv stands for simple, extremely low-maintenance fixed blades with Scandi grind at a fair price. Rule of thumb: Gerber for survival setups and folding knives, Morakniv for bushcraft and wood work – and if you want to cover both, combine the two.

Drop point or tanto – which blade shape do I need?

The drop-point blade is the all-rounder: the gently sloping spine creates a controlled, forgiving tip and a long cutting belly – ideal for camping, hunting and everyday use. That is why 75 of the 129 knives in the range carry this shape. The tanto blade has an angular, particularly strong tip suited to hard materials and tactical applications, but is less versatile for fine cutting. When in doubt: drop point.

From what age can children use their own Outdoor knife?

With a children's model like the BeaverCraft BSH Kid, children can gather first experience under the constant supervision of an adult – the knife is scaled to children's hands in size and handling. Mandatory extras: cut-resistant gloves and clear rules (work seated, cut away from the body, return the knife to its sheath right after use). A good first project is simple carving on soft lime wood from our carving tool range.

How do I sharpen my Outdoor knife correctly?

For routine care, stropping is enough: draw the blade flat over a leather strop with polishing compound – a few passes restore the edge. If the edge is more heavily worn, use a sharpening stone; with a Scandi grind the entire flat bevel rests on the stone, which makes sharpening particularly easy. You will find sharpening stones, strops and polishing compound in the filter category Abrasives & Sharpening.

What does full tang mean and why does it matter?

Full tang means the blade steel runs as a continuous tang all the way to the end of the handle – blade and handle form a single piece of steel, with the handle scales attached to the sides. This makes the knife maximally break-resistant, even during batoning and prying. For survival knives like the Gerber Strongarm or LMF II Infantry, full tang is the standard. On light everyday knives a partial tang is no drawback – what matters is the intended use.

Stainless steel or carbon steel – which is better?

Stainless steel is low-maintenance and the right choice for wet conditions, hunting and everyday use – it forgives packing the knife away wet. Carbon steel is easier to resharpen and holds its edge longer, but develops surface rust without care: dry and lightly oil it after use. For beginners we recommend stainless blades; for bushcraft fans with a care routine, carbon steel is the higher-performing choice.

What equipment complements a survival knife?

Sharpening accessories (leather strop, polishing compound, sharpening stone) belong with every knife, plus cut-resistant gloves for carving work. For the complete setup, take a look at our Survival Equipment – from fire steel and first-aid material to emergency rations. If you want to carve spoons, kuksas or figures with your knife, our Carving Tools range has the matching special blades and lime wood blanks.

Does Swiss-Sale.ch ship from a Swiss warehouse?

Yes. All 129 items in the Outdoor knife range are available from our warehouse in Menzingen (ZG) – no waiting, no customs fees. Free shipping within Switzerland and Liechtenstein from CHF 100. Personal advice in our showroom or by phone on +41 41 755 34 33. If you are not satisfied, our 30-day voluntary right of return applies.