Good review, spot on the need of a lanyard. I have been using the Storm Vector for few months already, quite extensively to work on my property, it is a phenomenal chopper, but as you mentioned a lanyard is a must. One negative point is the dangler, if you carry it or intend to carry, I would strongly recommend to ditch the leather "loop" and use a carabiner. The first couple of days, going dense bushes/branches it did unsnape and I had to recover the sheath and the knife on the ground. Beside that, great knife, great sheath.
Thanks Tim; I'm a big fan of Tops knives and have few as well as some ESEES. The Vector looks great, but already have the El Chete, so don't see much need for this one. Do you like it as much as the Junglas?
I feel the same way. Been trying to find one in stock (anywhere!) for months now with no luck. Not sure what the point of being a major manufacturer that makes in demand knives that aren't available anywhere.... especially considering how many random and obscure knives they make that are currently in stock at many retailers.
When your feeling better you should do an update video cause It clears greenery with ease and batons wood like a champ. I like to see your thoughts after using it for a bit. And honestly the tip looks fragile but I’ve never broken mine let
You make interesting good videos, Sir ! Now to this knife (only my opinion) : I like the blade design, reminds me of a "German Sax", and I like the blade length. 1095 is a fine reliable steel. BUT, I think it would be more efficient and focused on real survival, if it would have a thinner blade (maybe 3mm) like a machete. This heavy thick blade will cause a hurting wrist very fast, when you`ll have to chop your way through a wild part in the forest and needs much too much energy when working a longer time with it. And regarding its length, this heavy thick blade is not needed, it would work as good with a thinner blade, too (eighth of an inch) as a good chopper and even better for penetration in a hunting or defense situation.
Hi Tim, Great review brother. I bought the Tops Storm Vector a few weeks ago and I absolutely love everything about it…..(except the handle). It feels like a rounded off 2x4. Can you recommend any companies that can do a handle reshape? Thanks!
The Storm Vector and Silent Hero would make an excellent combo for out in the woods.
Good review, spot on the need of a lanyard. I have been using the Storm Vector for few months already, quite extensively to work on my property, it is a phenomenal chopper, but as you mentioned a lanyard is a must. One negative point is the dangler, if you carry it or intend to carry, I would strongly recommend to ditch the leather "loop" and use a carabiner. The first couple of days, going dense bushes/branches it did unsnape and I had to recover the sheath and the knife on the ground. Beside that, great knife, great sheath.
I got one last year. It chops like a hatchet. Probably work well as machete, or short sword as well.
Thanks Tim; I'm a big fan of Tops knives and have few as well as some ESEES. The Vector looks great, but already have the El Chete, so don't see much need for this one. Do you like it as much as the Junglas?
Ah yes. If only I could find one!
I feel the same way. Been trying to find one in stock (anywhere!) for months now with no luck.
Not sure what the point of being a major manufacturer that makes in demand knives that aren't available anywhere.... especially considering how many random and obscure knives they make that are currently in stock at many retailers.
2 left at tkc right now
Would you be willing to do a comparison video? Junglas vs Overland vs Storm Vector
When your feeling better you should do an update video cause It clears greenery with ease and batons wood like a champ. I like to see your thoughts after using it for a bit. And honestly the tip looks fragile but I’ve never broken mine let
Awesome video as always!
When will these be shipped out to suppliers? I been on backorder for a year and a couple of months now.
@@vincentthegreat82 tkc just got a batch today. 2 left.
Thanks Tim. I didn't even realize the Storm Vector was in production at the moment. Good heads up.
I like the more neutral handle than a lot of TOPS knives. Also like the forward weight and I know TOPS work magic with their 1095 heat treat.
You make interesting good videos, Sir !
Now to this knife (only my opinion) : I like the blade design, reminds me of a "German Sax",
and I like the blade length. 1095 is a fine reliable steel.
BUT, I think it would be more efficient and focused on real survival, if it would have a thinner blade (maybe 3mm) like a machete. This heavy thick blade will cause a hurting wrist very fast, when you`ll have to chop your way through a wild part in the forest and needs much too much energy when working a longer time with it. And regarding its length, this heavy thick blade is not needed, it would work as good with a thinner blade, too (eighth of an inch) as a good chopper and even better for penetration in a hunting or defense situation.
Also I didn't look very good at chopping?
Looks like a modern interpretation of a seax.
That's what it is....i think the name is a little nordic reference.
Hi Tim,
Great review brother. I bought the Tops Storm Vector a few weeks ago and I absolutely love everything about it…..(except the handle).
It feels like a rounded off 2x4.
Can you recommend any companies that can do a handle reshape?
Thanks!
My favorite chopper
Put it up against WT's Proper Chopper
Looks amazing but the Tip looks weak !
nice one Tim hope you are doing very well . To bad Benchmade stopped producing their choppers
If I WOULD buy one?? I'd keep it well-oiled AND IN MY SAFE until the zombie apocalypse.
which one do you think ist better the storm Vector or the WTG Proper Chopper?
Thinking of getting one just bc
Which chops better, this or the junglas?
That'll kill a zombie for sure.
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Hit it against a steel pole then complain about the quality, clown.
@@adamimberti6948 it broke while hitting a car window - clown!
Joe X murdered this knife
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