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The Ontario Knife RAT Series of knives will stand the test of durability. Constructed from 1095 carbon steel, and canvas textured micarta handles, this is one tough knife. Situated in New York State's scenic Southern Tier, Ontario Knife Company produces one of the most comprehensive, wide-ranging product lines in the cutlery industry today. While being a worldwide supplier, the Ontario Knife Company is also a major supplier to the U.S. Government and its military. Ontario has built its reputation on a heritage of uncompromising craftsmanship, quality materials and components, and a steadfast commitment to its workforce. Black coated non-reflective blade. Full tang blades are hardened to 55-57 HRC. Canvas Micarta scales with skull crusher. Lanyard hole in handle. Includes nylon sheath.
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36 of 37 people found the following review helpful
I have a rather extensive collection of knives, but after I started using the RAT 5 it has become my knife of choice when heading out for camping or survival exercises. The knife is strong, can take a lot of abuse and holds an edge nicely. Yes, it's a little heavy, but the compact size makes up for it. The only thing I don't like about it is the hard sheath they include, but it does have a small pocket on it you can use to hold a firesteel or sharpener.
The model I use has the serrated part to the blade, but I have this model as well and they are both well-made knives. The end of the handle is exposed and strong enough to break a bone if need be. You can use this knife as a wedge if necessary and the coating will still stay strong on the blade.
As an all-around survival knife, the RAT 5 is a great pick for even the casual camper. The blade is not so long as to be unwieldy, but it is long enough to do most any job needed. You can step down to a 3 or 4 inch blade, or take it up to a 6 or 7 inch blade model if you need more or less blade for your particular tastes. The RAT 5 is right down the middle though and works for me.
The model I use has the serrated part to the blade, but I have this model as well and they are both well-made knives. The end of the handle is exposed and strong enough to break a bone if need be. You can use this knife as a wedge if necessary and the coating will still stay strong on the blade.
As an all-around survival knife, the RAT 5 is a great pick for even the casual camper. The blade is not so long as to be unwieldy, but it is long enough to do most any job needed. You can step down to a 3 or 4 inch blade, or take it up to a 6 or 7 inch blade model if you need more or less blade for your particular tastes. The RAT 5 is right down the middle though and works for me.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Traveler1226
Amazon Verified Purchase
I have used many knives over the years. This knife is a good one.
The 1095 steel is great. I can say with confidence that this knife
is tough. Big enough to be strong but still small enough to be practical.
I chose to get rid of the black coating. And I took a file to the back of the
blade to make a sharper 90 degree edge for scraping my fire steel.
Now, it's perfect for me.
Yes, I tossed the sheath and made a leather sheath for it. Now that
I know I like this knife as well as I do, I may go ahead and get a
Kydex sheath for it.
I am also thinking of buying the Ontario Ranger shiv for a smaller
back up knife to throw in my pack. Same 1095 steel in it.
The 1095 steel is great. I can say with confidence that this knife
is tough. Big enough to be strong but still small enough to be practical.
I chose to get rid of the black coating. And I took a file to the back of the
blade to make a sharper 90 degree edge for scraping my fire steel.
Now, it's perfect for me.
Yes, I tossed the sheath and made a leather sheath for it. Now that
I know I like this knife as well as I do, I may go ahead and get a
Kydex sheath for it.
I am also thinking of buying the Ontario Ranger shiv for a smaller
back up knife to throw in my pack. Same 1095 steel in it.
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By Boris
Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought 3 knives for Christmas presents: Becker BK2, Ontario RAT5 and an ESSE4. The RAT 5 comes in below the Becker BK2 in weight, and when you add aftermarket micarta scales to the BK2, the pricing is similar. The ESSE was by far my favorite, but I'd be pleased to own the RAT-5 as well.
On the plus side: excellent price/value, micarta scales (standard), choil cut for fine work, gimping, good balance.
On the down side: Flat ground and powder coated (may get in a bind when batoning). The ballistic nylon sheath with plastic liner, while adequate, doesn't promote knife retention. I prefer fitted Kydex with Molle attachment capability. If used as a survival tool, I would have expected a wire breaker/cutter.
If the knife came with a better sheath, I would have given it 5 stars.
On the plus side: excellent price/value, micarta scales (standard), choil cut for fine work, gimping, good balance.
On the down side: Flat ground and powder coated (may get in a bind when batoning). The ballistic nylon sheath with plastic liner, while adequate, doesn't promote knife retention. I prefer fitted Kydex with Molle attachment capability. If used as a survival tool, I would have expected a wire breaker/cutter.
If the knife came with a better sheath, I would have given it 5 stars.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Need a knife to cut your way out of a cardboard box! This...
A massive and strong knife. Should last a lifetime of hard use!
Easy to sharpen, then holds an edge through hard use. Read more
Easy to sharpen, then holds an edge through hard use. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Warren V. Judd
3.0 out of 5 stars
A bulky, ungraceful knife
Well, looks aren't everything, especially when it comes to tools. But this is one bulky, clumsy feeling knife. Read more
Published 3 months ago by julio
5.0 out of 5 stars
great knife
cant beat this price for an amazing knife!! great all around work and outdoors knife. dont care for the sheath but ill make a kydex sheath later
Published 3 months ago by wharrel04
5.0 out of 5 stars
WOW
I was not too sure about it, but had heard great things about this knife. I am not disappointed one bit and the price was super great. I highly recommend this knife. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Margarito M. Perez
4.0 out of 5 stars
woh
It is a big bulky knife, I feel like I could chop down a tree with this thing. Also the scull crusher is a bit unnessasary. Read more
Published 3 months ago by joshua
5.0 out of 5 stars
Made a great Christmas gift to my brother
As the title says this made a great Christmas gift. It's one bad ass knife. I'm gana have to buy myself one too.
Published 3 months ago by dillscrash
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great knife
I bought this knife to use as a general purpose and bushcraft knife. I wanted something stout, well built, and AMERICAN made, so I went with the Ontario RAT-5. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Christopher M. Reynolds
4.0 out of 5 stars
Simple, solid, good design
Good design, 1095 steel, micarta scales, good deep choil and the sheath, well right in the middle of the road. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Doc H
5.0 out of 5 stars
fraekin awesome knife!
Love it love it love it! Cuts just as good as my ESSE 6. Just as tough too. but more practical in size! best knife for the price i've seen. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Bill
5.0 out of 5 stars
B.O.B. Must
A knife is a tool. If you're like me, you want quality that will last. The RAT-5 is a perfect no frills knife that is function over form and you will see the beauty in this thing... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Johnny H.
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