The Multipurpose Camping Knife
A trowel, a saw and a utility blade in one 12.5" tool.
A multipurpose camping knife should earn its weight. This one does it by combining a trowel, a saw and a utility blade in one 12.5" tool.
It's a hori hori, which means "dig dig" in Japanese. It was made for working soil, and that's exactly why it suits camp: much of camp work happens at ground level.
Built for rough use
| Feature | Why it matters at camp |
|---|---|
| Concave 7.5" blade | Scoops soil and holds it, like a narrow trowel |
| Serrated edge | Cuts roots, cordage, vines and green branches |
| Fine edge | Food prep, rope, opening packages |
| Depth markings | Measures cat holes and stake depth |
| Full-length tang | The steel runs through the handle, so prying and pounding won't snap it |
| 3Cr13 stainless steel | Resists rust from wet ground and humid trips; easy to resharpen in the field |
| Pakkawood handle | Resin-bonded wood that stands up to water and grime |
| Leather sheath | Rides on a belt or straps to a pack |
Where it shines
- Car camping and basecamps, where one sturdy tool beats several small ones
- Backcountry trips where you'd otherwise carry a separate trowel
- Clearing tent sites of roots and rocks
- Fishing and foraging: digging bait, cutting line, harvesting wild plants
Honest limits
- Weight: At 15.5 oz, it's heavier than an ultralight trowel. Gram-counting thru-hikers may prefer something lighter.
- Not a splitting tool: Don't hammer it through firewood. Use a hatchet or a dedicated bushcraft knife.
Ready to lighten your camp kit?
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