RAT rc VS ONTARIO rat

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Permalink Reply by Matthew Hiebert on June 2, 2009 at 15:44

Well I think RAT made some much need improvements and changes when they left partnership with Ontario, not to mention many new knives. But I do agree on the blade lengths. A longer, RC-7 would be nice to see. Sometimes 6.5" just isn't enough in a survival/camp situation. I think there's a fair-sized market out there for a larger blade as well.

Permalink Reply by Joe De Carlo on June 25, 2009 at 23:58

I just got the RC-5. Although it doesn't have the length of the RAT-7 it sure does have some heft to it! I am curios too see how it chops.

Permalink Reply by Camille Williams on July 29, 2009 at 22:18

the length is definitely better for the rat-7, however the quality on the rc-6 leaves the rat-7 wanting. also, the sheath that comes with the rc-6 is molded plastic sheath that holds excellently, whereas the rat-7 comes with a cordura sheath with a kydex insert. its not a great sheath IMO. not bad... but could be much better. so i guess its whats important to you. i prefer the knife quality and sheath that the rc-6 provide, over the bit of length that the rat-7 has.

Permalink Reply by Knife Lady (Sheila) on January 4, 2010 at 20:32

It depends on if you get your knife through Rowen or Ontario as for the sheath and the quality of the knife itself. I only get mine through Rowen. I dont think the Rat5 can be beat. It will chop wood and do about anything you need it for. I have many satisfied customers with this knife. Personally I am a big fan of all the Rats. I would have to say my least favorite is the HEST. Not too tactical for my taste, but still the great quality of a RAT. IT is small and light weight.

Sheila