Gear
White River Firecraft FC5
Integrated fire-starting and demanding camp chores
Expert reviewed
Topic summary
Integrated fire-starting and demanding camp chores
Key takeaways
- CPM S35VN
- about 5" blade
- full tang
- firesteel notch
- Premium stainless construction, excellent fit and finish, and a purpose-built firecraft feature make the FC5 especially complete as a self-contained field knife.
Verification notes
Evidence: expert reviewed. Last verified July 16, 2026.
Editorial take
White River Firecraft FC5 is a United States fixed-blade bushcraft knife built around CPM S35VN; about 5" blade; full tang; firesteel notch. It is strongest for integrated fire-starting and demanding camp chores.
Not ideal for
- Expensive, and the five-inch format is more knife than many detail-carving tasks require.
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Verified specifications
- Key features
- CPM S35VN
- about 5" blade
- full tang
- firesteel notch
Warranty and repair information: contact White River Knife & Tool directly for the most current terms. White River Knife & Tool support
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Data sources & verification
- Manufacturer: White River Knife & Tool
- Last verified: 7/16/2026