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When you're a hunter, there's almost no limit to the number of accessories that you can carry when you're in the woods. This is especially true if you're hunting with an all-terrain vehicle, as you'll have even more of an ability to carry accessories. While it's easy to focus on your firearms and their related accessories, you should also think about the other tools that will make your life easier. Where bladed tools are concerned, there are many different tools that can benefit you during a hunt. Visit a local discount outdoor sporting goods retailer to buy the following bladed tools.

Knife

It's imperative to carry a knife when you hunt; many hunters actually carry multiple knives to allow them to perform a wide range of tasks. For example, you might favor a large, fixed-blade knife in a scabbard on your belt or strapped to your leg. You can use this knife for a seemingly endless list of tasks when you hunt, from cutting clothing into a sling or tourniquet in the event of an injury, to turning meat that you're grilling over an open flame. You may also favor a skinning knife, which is designed to cut the skin off an animal that you've shot.

Folding Saw

Don't head into the woods on a hunt without a folding saw in your pack. This bladed tool will come in handy in many different ways. If you need to start a fire for cooking or for warmth, the saw will allow you to cut logs of varying thicknesses to use as fuel. You can also use a folding saw for makeshift projects, such as cutting wood to reinforce a ground blind or a tree stand. The folding nature of this bladed tool makes it easy to carry without taking up much space.

Machete

In certain environments, you'll also want to think about carrying a machete with you when you hunt. The primary use of this tool will be to knock down vines and other branches that are interfering with your view, or with your ability to move. For example, if you're in an overgrown area with vines stretching across the trail that you're trying to take, a few accurately placed swings of your machete can clear the vines away to allow easy passage for you and your fellow hunters. This bladed tool is ideal for carrying on your belt or attaching to your pack.