I've been using the same two knives for 30+ years . Buck 119 or my K-bar USMC . I never saw a reason to get a knife for batoning wood . If I want to split wood I'll use my axe .
You should treat yourself to some modern designs full tang an super steels but yes sir the US marine knife is 1095 an a good one but the buck lol 😆 come on bro that's just junk
Batoning gives me the confidence and accuracy needed to get slim pieces for my army tent stove. An axe is just too heavy to carry around anyway, so I baton nearly every time I'm on a training mission or just camping. Ka-Bar's Fighter 1271, Buck's Nighthawk 650 and Jarosz's Turok work wonders on wood.
@@kenkeller That K-Bar 1271 looks good but I'll still stick with mine . Its a K-Bar U.S.M.C leather sheath and grip . It has has character . Well used ! Do you carry all three at once when you're off grid ?
This guy should get a raise. These reviews are just so well done. So easy on the ears, not over-hyped or just doing some kind of hard sell like "THIS IS THE KNIFE FOR YOU!" kind of thing. Just even-keeled pros and cons of each knife.
I agree. Mora makes a fantastic knife. If it breaks, or it gets dropped or lost, youre only out minimal amount of money. The steel they use is excellent.
Agreed. And if you're interested, take something like a 511 and try convexing it. It's not hard, just a little tedious. Once you polish it up it'll look and act like a Bark River blade. I got a Pro Robust for a few bucks more I'm going to convex too. As far as I know it's the only way to get a convex blade for under $100.
Even after buying really expensive knives... I really do still love my mora's. I thought they were ugly and cheap looking at first. Then I used them.. and realized they are actually really nice knives. They do the job, do it well, and don't break the bank. Now I have a bunch of moras. I love them all too.
I bought a Cold Steel SRK from the military clothing sales store at Ft. Bragg back when I was a wet-behind-the-ears private. I didn't know crap about knives back then, so I consider myself fortunate to have made such a sensible purchase. It served me well for many years, putting up with way more abuse than any knife has a right to endure.
Most of cold steels lineup is geared toward that exact crowd. They make them very large, with extreme design elements and wild names. That’s not to say they aren’t quality; they just are a bit ridiculous. I was stationed at Ft Campbell, and I saw my fellow soldiers with gigantic pocket knives every day. Meanwhile I had a gerber Kiowa in my pocket for 6 years.
The Mora Garberg carbon is my favorite knife of all time. There is no perfect all round knife but the Mora garberg does come pretty close in my opinion. The only problem is the price - but it'll last decades so I think it's worth the money.
Five thirty seconds of an inch thick!? 😅 My dear American chums, I love your knives (that buck looks amazing!), but please start using sensible measurements so the rest of the world can understand (and buy!).
Make you a deal... We will switch to metric and Celsius, like the rest of the world, if you start driving on the right side, like the rest of the world. (Seriously., I wish we'd switch.)
@@bobsmoot2392As someone who goes on holidays in France a lot, I sincerely wish we'd switch to driving on the right too. Constantly switching is confusing and I always seem to be on the wrong side of the car!
No, no scalloped edge knives please, and if you’re calling it a fighting knife it needs a proper crossguard. That Ka-Bar, do you know what happens with leather washers if they get soaked ?
the Kbar is fully capable of tomahawking through deer bones. It can take any and all abuse. Ive been using it extremely rough for over 20 years now and it still performs flawlessly. I keep it sharp and clean and ready!
@Yodaspeak77 i agree, I was pumped to get a salt h1 when I lived on NC coast. Edge sucked so bad. Just doesn't hold up. I ended up with a mora companion
The kbar mark 2 is equivalent to the 1911. We went to the ww1 museum in KC today and i saw the 1911 on display. I asked my gf if she recognized it. (She didn't lol) asked her to read about it. I still had to explain that it is a design still widely made by so many companies 110 years later! Crazy!
Kabar is the only fixed blade I’ve ever owned. Still carry the one I originally purchased while on active duty almost 40 years ago. It’s been out in the field, all over the world with me.
Why Cold steel GI Tanto & Schf 42 D not on the table ?? Benchmade Steep Country knife is useless,Boker Applegate-Fairbairn Combat Dagger is also a bad Investment ,
You're the first one out of about a hundred comments that have even mentioned Schrade. Is it a dirty name on this post? I have the schf36 and think that it is a fantastic value for the solo backpacker and bush crafter, who doesn't want to carry a hatchet. I have used it to baton wood and chop through 2 1/2 to 3 inch branches. With 1095 high carbon steel, it sharpens nicely and holds its edge very well and at around $35, even if I break it, I'm not devastated. For someone who spends a lot of time outdoors but don't LIVE out there, I love them. I also have a Ka-Bar 1934 (yes, that is the year it was made!) that I have on my bug out bag, because I KNOW that I can depend on it.
@@robertmarsing8086 100% Agree. Old Schrade company had good reputation . But New Mgt are killing a company. 2 months ago they discantinue 42 .Me & Bryan Griffen (the desiner of that blade ) Had big discation on that subject last week, & New Schrade product are not recommended. Yes Ka-Bar 1934 & Schf 36 are best knife .Thanks
You mentioned country of manufacture for some of these knives, please make a point of stating country of manufacture for every knife you show. I for one am keen to know where my purchasing dollar is going and would prefer it go anywhere but chyna. Thanks for a great vid.
Nothing else comes close???? How about the Condor terrasaur for half the price. Nothing else comes close to the condor for the money except for the old hickory and the bla bla bla.......
@@michaelwaldeck7081 I will say that on paper, the condor is very similar. HOWEVER- I’ve had two examples of the condors and neither had a very good edge, sharp spine, or fit and finish. The handle is also a slippery plastic while the Garberg is a comfy, and grippy handful. Most of the time the Garberg can be had on Amazon for 63-70. I’d much rather she’ll out the extra 20 on another Garberg than ever buying another condor. Also remember, all 1095 is not created (or heat treated equally). MORA has been doing it for over 100 years. Condor has just started using it. Both of my condors had bluing spots from the HT process. The didn’t leave me very confident in the model. Im not bashing your opining- just wanted to share my experience. Your mileage may vary.
I'm surprised you didn't mention the Strongarm's sheath. From what I've seen it seems to be the most out-of-the-box customizable sheath of any knife of . . . well, just about any price point.
I'm an Englishman & F & Sykes terrified the Germans so much, Hitler had our Commandos killed on the spot for having one on you, even if you were a woman, it was an on the spot execution, it was a silent killing machine! Very effective.
Forget the history of the knife. Fairbairn the man is what people should be reading up on. His techniques are still taught in special forces and spy schools.
I like the lion steel, sog, tops, cold steel. I've had, have or used most the knives here. The lion steel and sog are the best (to me) in this category.
I respectfully disagree in regards to the Buck 119... Their NightHawk 650C is by far the best Buck ever made. The spine, being just a hair under (0.017") under 1/4" is a natural for baton use, is squared for use with fire steel, and a "grippy" high-durometer rubber grip makes it a dream tool for bushcrafting with just enough heft to make for a good fighting knife (it was a contender for SEAL use in the late 80s)...!!! The only drawback is that it is not a continuous production knife and the last 2 production runs were subbed out to TOPS Knives... Supposedly to be put back into production late 2021/early 2022 if I understood the factory Rep correctly when researching its history in March '21. I am somewhat prejudiced, as I own 3 of these, 2 early models and 1 TOPS Produced...
Absolutely agree! My early model is hands down the best knife I have (opinion may be a little biased). It's the one I take with me. That and my Benchmade AFO II.
Laser Strike is my favorite ESEE and I have several of them, followed closely by their Ashley Game Knife. I've skinned a few bucks with it and it's done fantastic with the blade shape that's a less exaggerated Nessmuk design and small enough to properly maneuver a carcass. I point that out because of the hunting/skinning comments on the Kabar (which I also have and sits alongside my right knee in the center console side "pocket" of my F150). I feel like people who'd use a Kabar as a skinning knife has never actually skinned an animal; same for a bowie knife, which I find to be utterly useless.
You failed to mention a little-known feature on that TOPS BOB, the brass lanyard tube doubles as a bullet-puller (which will separate a bullet from its brass casing) for certain rifle ammo (.30-06 ?), to dump out and access the gunpowder to be used in fire making.
@@allemander I reloaded ammo for years. Bullet pulling is hard, can't be done with a brass tube. My opinion is based on fact and therefore is not stupid, but informed.
@@elconquistador98 It’s my understanding that the tip of the bullet is inserted into the brass lanyard tube in the knife handle and then you crank or bend the brass casing of the rifle round sideways, forcing the bullet to be bent laterally from where it is seated within the brass shell casing. I’ve yet to attempt this, personally, and I’ve never reloaded ammo, either, but I seem to recall seeing a video of someone demonstrating this process with relative ease. It’s not a case of the bullet being pinched like pliers by the brass lanyard tube and then being pulled straight out of the brass shell casing, but rather a forced bending sideways as I described above. Does that change your opinion, perspective or understanding, at all? I’m genuinely curious. Thanks for your input.
I was a folder guy for years, just had too many issues with too many and I don't beat on them. After one set of stitches and 2 pair of gloves well enough was enough.
For the Becker, I absolutely would have picked the BK9/Remora combo. I've had extensive use with the BK9, and it fills so many roles. It can straight up replace a hatchet, it's great for processing wood, superb for food preparation, has a great feel and balance, and it even throws exceptionally well to the point I could confidently hit a squirrel or muskrat within about 15-20 feet (though throwing any knife for hunting would be one of my last choices). They used to come with the Remora neck knife, and the BK9 sheath still comes with the Remora kydex sheath built in. I have the Remora, too, and it's a great little skeletonized knife, perfect for the finer cutting tasks the BK9 is just too damn big to do (skinning, whittling, etc.). The BK9/Remora combo is my go-to for my adventures into the mountains. I will say, though, that KA-BAR 1217 (Mk2/USMC) is one of my favorite knives in my collection. I've used mine A LOT, even more so than my BK9. It has held up very well, and to be blunt, it's the knife on that table I'd pick first, although that SOG and Tops really caught my eye, and if I ever buy those, maybe I'll change my tune. I actually own about half a dozen KA-BAR knives, as I really, really love their grip style, which fits my big hands very well, and in the event of SHTF, they are pretty much the gold-standard of knives, instantly recognizable even by people not into knives, and would be worth a lot in trade value due to their well earned reputation of being a quality blade that should outlast you and even your grand children, assuming it's properly maintained. It's also heat treated to be softer at the hilt/tang, because a bent tang can be straightened, but a snapped tang is done for. This is why you can tell someone is lying or had a knock-off KA-BAR if they claim the blade snapped at the hilt. The tip is more prone to chipping or snapping, as is the edge, but not the tang. Ultimately, they are built to last. If you get one with the leather sheath, it's Mexican leather and made in Mexico (knife is made in USA). Some people don't know this, but some of the best leathers in the world are Italian and Mexican. This becomes abundantly clear when you feel the silky, flexible, yet incredibly sturdy leather KA-BAR uses for their leather sheaths and grips. I treated both my knife and sheath with neet's foot oil baths, soaking them in 24 hour sessions once a week for the first 3 months, then once a month for the next 3 months. The result is a supremely pleasant texture, and high water resistance, as well as a deep darkening of the leather to give it a vintage look. It goes great with formal attire, as well as wilderness attire. Here's a picture a couple years after treatment: cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/249798643605962752/906855064788938752/981229_1114251525254769_7649880865395488400_o.jpg If you want the same amazing feel of a an oil bath treated knife and sheath, but want to retain the original color, I hear you use mink oil instead, which won't dye/darken the leather like neet's foot oil will.
Becker BK 16 and BK 7, are some of the best knives in their size and genre categories. BK 9 is great, but there are more competitors at it's size and type of knife. The true value and design success, are BK 7 next BK 16 and then BK9 in that order.
I currently own two on this list, the Gerber Strongarm and the Cold Steel SRK-C. I love them both. Both are compact and solid and each feel great in the hand. The Strongarm has just about the best grip of any fixed blade I’ve used so far. Love that checkered diamond pattern, I never feel like I’m going to lose my grip on it even when I have sweaty hands. I’m really digging the Lionsteel T5 and the SOG Pillar though, I’m definitely adding those two to my wishlist. Great video, keep up the great work!
Add in the Strongarm's versatile sheath, and it's a great value. Having said that, when they first came out, I saw a number of examples that really needed to have their edge reground due to Gerber's somewhat sloppy finishing. Maybe that's improved in recent years. My example didn't have a perfectly even edge, but after some work, it's good enough, especially considering that I paid less than $50.00 for it on sale.
@@GeorgeOrwell-yz6zx Morakniv have the best edges, better than any fixed blade out there and yet, they cost 10$ That being said any and ALL the new knives, should be sharpened and most of the reprofiled too, before 1st use. That's not only for making the knife cut better, but also removes the "burned" steel and exposes the good heat treated steel, that will perform as it should. Even Moras scandi edges, because of the nature of the scandi grind (very thin edge), should be sharpened, at least a couple of times, and probably reprofiled to -Scand/convex or scandivex as many people call it. No knife out there, cuts or performs, as it could and the difference you get, if you know what you're doing, is HUGE.
@@GeorgeOrwell-yz6zx yeah no . If other companies can do it so can Gerber . That knife should’ve never passed QC without being fixed . With that said that’s the first Strongarm I’ve seen with a messed up grind .
That Buck wasn't too hot either. The right side looked ok, but the sharpening on the left side was wonky. Not very impressive for the premium version of the 119. I love Bucks, but I wouldn't be happy to get that particular one.
Great choices there and was happy to find some knives I own as well. I would have liked to see a real puukko knife there (ok you have Mora and Condor, but not one from Finland). Maybe something from Marttiini like iconic "Lynx" or their bushcraft knife "Tundra" would have been nice additions :)
Ahh Fixed Blades - some great ones in this list. I would add the ESSE 5 for top beast knife category. Include A Bradford Guardian 3.5 and White River Backpacker Pro, and Benchmade 162 honorable mention.
Really good job breaking down the utility of all of these knives and the cost factors with options. I’m old school, early 70s veteran. I have several fixed blades but the one I always end up carrying for bush craft is the Kabar. I have 3 and never leave home with out one in truck. I also have a very affordable, useful and fits like a glove Old Timer skinner. But maybe I’ll expand my horizons after watching this vid. Thank you again, sir
Jon, MY K-Bar survived WWII, & Dad brought it home… to the Ozarks. I carried it ‘on the farm’ into the Sixties- Once wearing a suit everyday- kept in car. Retired to a shelf of Artifacts 👌🏾
@@dennisgoff4723 As the old story line goes “if that knife could talk, what stories it would tell”. That knife has retired with honor. And the Ozarks are a great place to be with so much cool history. I have family in Mountain Home and Eureka Springs. BIkes Blues & BBQ always a cool attraction. Good Eats, Good People and Good Times
Thanks Bro, you’re what I call a talking head - great verbal skills. I’ll bet you could sell an Eskimo a snowball. I like to collect knives on a limited budget. I enjoy your videos.
Really glad to see you guys include Condor. Condor really is my hands down top pick for not just fixed blades but overall affordable knives. Not only do you get great materials like Micarta, hardwood, GREAT leather, 1095, 5160, 1075. But you get it in a kydex sheath for $50 on average!! Not to mention they do great jobs on their heat treats, files skate off all blades and they keep an edge better than some more expensive steels I've seen on other knives. Oh, and they make sheaths better than anyone hands down.
Whenever I think tops I think the tahoma, really like the style of that. Fixed spyderco I think mule team but that's all i have from them so makes sense, street beat is dope.
Looking back. I think the first knife a young man should have needs to be a K-bar. Great price. A nice piece of history. Great way to begin a collection.
Man I would love these videos if there were direct shots from above. Accurate scale comparisons are so helpful, but rare. Literally all those knives lined up next to each other, and you barely get a glimpse at the bottom of the screen.
I have 3 knives . They are all fixed blades. WINKLER belt knife, and a TOOR darter in Ranger Green.and a TOOR field 2.0 they are AWESOME. I had a couple of autos that broke . And it is faster to deploy a fixed blade in combat ! that lionsteel is one of the best knives I have seen!
great selection! my choices: Becker, Condor, LionSteel, Morakniv (why should I pay more) as a kid I always dreamed to have a USMC Kabar, but I think this is not so good for bushcrafting, something I care much about today (I use Mora Bushcraft)
My personal favorite KaBar is the modified tanto. I bought one a few months ago and it’s beautiful. It just wants to stab into something. I’ve also got an esee 3 with g10 scales which I really like. I’m really looking at the Becker bk-2. It’s such a beast
I really wish I could get a modified tanto with the stacked leather handle, the blade look really good but I don't like the feel of the Kraton handle vs classic leather. I might make an exception for the USSF one tho.
A pick or two surprised me, but the kabar usmc was not one of them. One of the most iconic, well known, and quality knives ever made. Never underestimate a Marine and his/her kabar.
I picked up a K-bar back in '91. Took it to Desert Storm and it immediately became my "Go-To" knife. It was so intimidating, I almost didn't need my M-16! Lord help the fool who caused me to skin it from it's sheath! I had a guy faint once when I unsnapped the handle!! Took to Afghanistan after that. Same results. It's a blade that commands respect and can scare the hell out of ya even in it's sheath!! I love my K-bar.
Hi! Big fan! Follow the channel regularly for some time now. Love the video series, and come to trust on your reviews and opinions. So, would like to ask for your honest opinion about this knife. You might have heard about this famous youtuber survivalist, Survival Lilly? She now released a new version of her own knife design APO-1S, retailing for around 150USD. I comented on her presentation video that I don't own the knife, but based on the steel it's made (AUS8), it's a bit overpriced and there are better avaiable options. From her reply, I think she didn't liked my coment. I don't find the knife avaiable to buy on your site, but would you recomend it, or can I find some better alternatives for a survival knife around that price or less?
I’ve had to drop benchmade knives, when I found out they were supporting anti 2A candidates. I don’t understand why they don’t realize that if they were to get gun control passed, knives are next.
Knife porn at it's best!! Great video and a great choice of fixed blades - feel vindicated that I own 6 of them!! My personal favourite is the Lionsteel T5, the quality is just unbelievable for the money. It's so good that I've just ordered the M4 and M7!! (Hope the wife doesn't read this...)
@@douglasquaid7814 Really like it, holds an edge much longer than my D2 blades and seems easier to sharpen. Supposed to be highly stainless too, but my T5 is the black stonewash so I can't really judge. I'd be more than happy to buy a Niolox knife again, as I would with Sleipner or M390, which my other Lionsteels use.
Your thoughts on Morakniv's Garberg? I always see the companion, but every video I see on the Garberg rates it higher. I guess I'm also asking why do they think that? What do you think?
Go for the Terävä Jääkäripuukko 110 in 80crv2. If you don't know, that all knives should be sharpened or reprofiled before use and how to do it, then pick the Mora. Bushcraft Black, is better than the Garberg. Never ask a sales man, for his opinion on what you should get, NEVER. Ask any one else, except a salesman.
Hello David, thank you for sharing this fine informative video. One additional fixed blade which I have admired is the OKC #499. It's the Air Force survival knife. It has 10/95 blade and includes a great looking leather sheath. I enjoy your videos. Please keep up your great work. Stay safe and healthy. 🤗
The old "jet pilot" knife is the most underrated knife of all times . For an old school leather sheath , nothing touches it. I would be proud to own one . 👍👍👍👍👍
Great job. Just got a recon tanto in the mail today. I love it. Can't believe what I got for the money. Going to retire my 119. Bought it in 1976. Of all the knives I have my favorite is still my K-bar. Picked up a new SOG super bowie last year. Not very practical. Once and awhile I take it out and just look at it. I'm looking at a Esse 5 for my next purchase. Great job on the video.
...and the fact that they're charging $115 for VG10...I'm through with Spyderco. They just keep raising prices and hoping that we'll buy into it based on the name. I love the Spyderco's that I own, but I'd much rather buy a Two Sun that's full titanium, M390 steel, and superior action at $100, or a fixed-blade from Cold Steel that's made in Taiwan. No comparison. "BUT...BUT...Spyderco is US!!!" B.S.! Some are manufactured here, but in this case, this fixed-blade is made in Japan. Since discovering other manufactures overseas such as WE, Kizer, Two Sun, Kubey, Artisan Cutlery, etc. I don't ever see myself buying another US-made knife unless they start competing properly. Call me a traitor...I don't care. My money, my choice.
Ummm…..it is the only “half knife” on the table. He conveniently forgot to mention that it is NOT a full tang fixed blade. Imo it shouldn’t even be on the table. And certainly not as Spydercos best fixed blade. C’mon man!!
My SRK was delivered yesterday and I love it. I wasn't sure if I should get the full sized or compact model, I ended up going with the full size. I'm glad I did.
I went proper camping for the first time this year. I got the mora companion. Its an awesome knife, especially considering the abuse I put it through. It got me back!
wouldent it be a tiny bit heavier as your getting rid of that extra material in the handle(wooden) vs more full tang with sleeves on the side or molded handles
@@Kevin-qj7fp don't know Man, from my understanding this specific knife was issued to our fellas during WW2. I suppose they were just eager to get the knives out to all the troops asap and didn't really pay to much attention to design & details? I own the 7 inch partly serrated blade with leather wrap handle, purchase from knife center....took about 3 1/2 weeks for delivery as it was not in stock.
@@Kevin-qj7fp These are called "rat tales". They are full tang in the sense that it tapers to the end of the pommel, shaped like a rat's tail. It is NOT the full width of the blade at the hilt. You can see the tail in the end cap that is pinned to the tail holding the grip together. You can get them with a Craton (rubber like) handle. Leather or hard (plastic?) sheath. Knife - KA-BAR 2-1211-6 Blk Fighting - $75 Hard Sheath - KA-BAR 1216 Full-Size Black Hard Knife Sheath - $16
is it just me or is the microphone in this video picking up a fly buzzing around edit: that was just the music lmao i didn't even realize there was music
I had the first version of the Boker Applegate Fairbairn that was single edge only. But it was stolen. It was great and I wish Boker would resume making it. I have a cheap chinese copy "Walther P99 Tactical" but it's not a Boker....
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I'd love to see "the most underrated knives from every brand". A video about great knives overshadowed by their most popular products!
I second that. Great idea
Sounds good!
That sounds nice
This ⬆️, yes.
I've been thinking about pulling the trigger on a fixed blade all week.
I've been using the same two knives for 30+ years . Buck 119 or my K-bar USMC . I never saw a reason to get a knife for batoning wood . If I want to split wood I'll use my axe .
I have used my 119 for battoning
As long as you don't go to overboard with it, it works just fine
@@unknowuser1843 I never heard of battoning until I saw it on youtube . If I need kindeling I use my axe . I'm to old to change my ways ; )
You should treat yourself to some modern designs full tang an super steels but yes sir the US marine knife is 1095 an a good one but the buck lol 😆 come on bro that's just junk
Batoning gives me the confidence and accuracy needed to get slim pieces for my army tent stove. An axe is just too heavy to carry around anyway, so I baton nearly every time I'm on a training mission or just camping. Ka-Bar's Fighter 1271, Buck's Nighthawk 650 and Jarosz's Turok work wonders on wood.
@@kenkeller That K-Bar 1271 looks good but I'll still stick with mine . Its a K-Bar U.S.M.C leather sheath and grip . It has has character . Well used !
Do you carry all three at once when you're off grid ?
My wallet flinches every time one of these videos hits my subscription notifications.
Tell me about it!
I hear ya bro , I've made 2 purchases in the past directly after dudes reviews ...$$
Almost jumping on that Buck knife ... ugh ....
😂😂😂
30 minutes on fixed blades, god bless you.
This guy should get a raise. These reviews are just so well done. So easy on the ears, not over-hyped or just doing some kind of hard sell like "THIS IS THE KNIFE FOR YOU!" kind of thing. Just even-keeled pros and cons of each knife.
It amazes me how Mora makes such quality knives at a fraction of the cost of others. You can never go wrong with a Mora.
I agree. Mora makes a fantastic knife. If it breaks, or it gets dropped or lost, youre only out minimal amount of money. The steel they use is excellent.
Agree I own mora Kansbel in Orange its great value for under $35 the 12C27 steel makes it great outdoor knife !!
Agreed. And if you're interested, take something like a 511 and try convexing it. It's not hard, just a little tedious. Once you polish it up it'll look and act like a Bark River blade. I got a Pro Robust for a few bucks more I'm going to convex too. As far as I know it's the only way to get a convex blade for under $100.
Even after buying really expensive knives... I really do still love my mora's. I thought they were ugly and cheap looking at first. Then I used them.. and realized they are actually really nice knives. They do the job, do it well, and don't break the bank. Now I have a bunch of moras. I love them all too.
@@blueduck9409 im not sure - i bought their $20 companion, and tried to wittle a small piece of wood. the blade bent in several spots.
I bought a Cold Steel SRK from the military clothing sales store at Ft. Bragg back when I was a wet-behind-the-ears private. I didn't know crap about knives back then, so I consider myself fortunate to have made such a sensible purchase. It served me well for many years, putting up with way more abuse than any knife has a right to endure.
I've got an SRK and love it!
You made a great purchase because the original Cold Steel - SRK with the San Mai VG10 blade is hard to find and quadrupled in value. 👀👌🏼
Most of cold steels lineup is geared toward that exact crowd. They make them very large, with extreme design elements and wild names. That’s not to say they aren’t quality; they just are a bit ridiculous.
I was stationed at Ft Campbell, and I saw my fellow soldiers with gigantic pocket knives every day. Meanwhile I had a gerber Kiowa in my pocket for 6 years.
$200+ for 440c ??? Boker are extremely overpriced
Thanks for covering fixed blades! Folding knives are handy. But when I need to get serious I am taking a fixed blade. Large or small.
Helle would be a good add here. Razor sharp bushcraft knives made in Norway.
The Mora Garberg carbon is my favorite knife of all time. There is no perfect all round knife but the Mora garberg does come pretty close in my opinion. The only problem is the price - but it'll last decades so I think it's worth the money.
Still cheaper than most knives he covered in the video...
Five thirty seconds of an inch thick!? 😅 My dear American chums, I love your knives (that buck looks amazing!), but please start using sensible measurements so the rest of the world can understand (and buy!).
Interesting how they do fractions of an inch for everything else but decimal for gun calibers.
Make you a deal... We will switch to metric and Celsius, like the rest of the world, if you start driving on the right side, like the rest of the world. (Seriously., I wish we'd switch.)
@@bobsmoot2392As someone who goes on holidays in France a lot, I sincerely wish we'd switch to driving on the right too. Constantly switching is confusing and I always seem to be on the wrong side of the car!
No, no scalloped edge knives please, and if you’re calling it a fighting knife it needs a proper crossguard. That Ka-Bar, do you know what happens with leather washers if they get soaked ?
the Kbar is fully capable of tomahawking through deer bones. It can take any and all abuse. Ive been using it extremely rough for over 20 years now and it still performs flawlessly. I keep it sharp and clean and ready!
how you sharp it? and with what?
I agree 100% my was combat tested! No problems.
mine came from my great uncle and WW2. lots of wear from use and sharping but still a go to knife for all social occasions.
Damn that K-bar is so beautiful with that iconic stacked leather handle . The knife is a masterpiece
Who wishes K- Bar would include one nice set of micarta scales with the Beckar blades instead of two (zero traction) injection molded sets?
Literally everyone.
I have a marine issue Kbar no scales but leather ringed handle. Only issue is the deer fat gets gummed in the grooves of the handle.
As a fisher/boater/sailor I would love to see a salt-water resistant knife series for you guys.
have you ever considered cobalt knives rather than steel ones, they are almost corosion proof and non magnetic
@Yodaspeak77 i agree, I was pumped to get a salt h1 when I lived on NC coast. Edge sucked so bad. Just doesn't hold up. I ended up with a mora companion
Spyderco salt series. H1 is rust proof but doesn't hold a great edge. Get a lc200n blade and you will be happy. Holds and edge and almost rust proof.
No LT Wright's or Bark's?? DCA, when are you going to get Knife Center to stock your own knives?
It's a list of best knives, Lol. The LT and bark river are just steak knives with SUPER slippery handles. They always look very nice though.
Bark River Gunny and Bravo Series in CPM 3V are my absolute favorites . I also love Esee because I have the most experience with them .
What are DCA s knives. He's more than just a presenter?
The kbar mark 2 is equivalent to the 1911. We went to the ww1 museum in KC today and i saw the 1911 on display. I asked my gf if she recognized it. (She didn't lol) asked her to read about it. I still had to explain that it is a design still widely made by so many companies 110 years later! Crazy!
Best firearm ever made in my opinion! It worked for the military for 75 years!
you need a new gf
Kabar is the only fixed blade I’ve ever owned. Still carry the one I originally purchased while on active duty almost 40 years ago. It’s been out in the field, all over the world with me.
Why Cold steel GI Tanto & Schf 42 D not on the table ??
Benchmade Steep Country knife is useless,Boker Applegate-Fairbairn Combat Dagger is also a bad Investment ,
You're the first one out of about a hundred comments that have even mentioned Schrade. Is it a dirty name on this post? I have the schf36 and think that it is a fantastic value for the solo backpacker and bush crafter, who doesn't want to carry a hatchet. I have used it to baton wood and chop through 2 1/2 to 3 inch branches. With 1095 high carbon steel, it sharpens nicely and holds its edge very well and at around $35, even if I break it, I'm not devastated. For someone who spends a lot of time outdoors but don't LIVE out there, I love them. I also have a Ka-Bar 1934 (yes, that is the year it was made!) that I have on my bug out bag, because I KNOW that I can depend on it.
@@robertmarsing8086 100% Agree. Old Schrade company had good reputation . But New Mgt are killing a company. 2 months ago they discantinue 42 .Me & Bryan Griffen (the desiner of that blade ) Had big discation on that subject last week, & New Schrade product are not recommended.
Yes Ka-Bar 1934 & Schf 36 are best knife .Thanks
I like cold steel for inexpensive knives that just work had an srk for over a decade before I lost it
I own a cold steel tanto very happy with it
Cant beat the Mora for value
You mentioned country of manufacture for some of these knives, please make a point of stating country of manufacture for every knife you show. I for one am keen to know where my purchasing dollar is going and would prefer it go anywhere but chyna. Thanks for a great vid.
Mora carbon Garberg should have been on here. Best value in the knife world in my opinion.
Yep. and it’s full tang
Agreed! That Garberg version is an absolutely outstanding design. Nothing else even comes close.
Nothing else comes close???? How about the Condor terrasaur for half the price. Nothing else comes close to the condor for the money except for the old hickory and the bla bla bla.......
@@michaelwaldeck7081 I will say that on paper, the condor is very similar. HOWEVER- I’ve had two examples of the condors and neither had a very good edge, sharp spine, or fit and finish. The handle is also a slippery plastic while the Garberg is a comfy, and grippy handful. Most of the time the Garberg can be had on Amazon for 63-70. I’d much rather she’ll out the extra 20 on another Garberg than ever buying another condor. Also remember, all 1095 is not created (or heat treated equally). MORA has been doing it for over 100 years. Condor has just started using it. Both of my condors had bluing spots from the HT process. The didn’t leave me very confident in the model. Im not bashing your opining- just wanted to share my experience. Your mileage may vary.
The Off Grid TrackerX is another great fixed blade. The Condor knives never have consistent quality.
Well....not EVERY brand. Like Bark River (one of, if not the BEST)
Bravo One Field. 4.25" blade, 4.75" handle,.217" thick. CONVEX
I'm surprised you didn't mention the Strongarm's sheath. From what I've seen it seems to be the most out-of-the-box customizable sheath of any knife of . . . well, just about any price point.
I agree, maybe a little confusing to some at first, but extremely customizable sheath that I’ve grown to really like.
The Boker has some removable weights in the handle for balance purposes.
I had a single edge first issue but it was stolen
If haven’t looked into the history of Fairbairn and Sykes, it is a must. Makes that dagger all the more special.
LoL.
What a nice combat knife!
I'm an Englishman & F & Sykes terrified the Germans so much, Hitler had our Commandos killed on the spot for having one on you, even if you were a woman, it was an on the spot execution, it was a silent killing machine! Very effective.
Forget the history of the knife. Fairbairn the man is what people should be reading up on. His techniques are still taught in special forces and spy schools.
I like the lion steel, sog, tops, cold steel. I've had, have or used most the knives here. The lion steel and sog are the best (to me) in this category.
I respectfully disagree in regards to the Buck 119... Their NightHawk 650C is by far the best Buck ever made. The spine, being just a hair under (0.017") under 1/4" is a natural for baton use, is squared for use with fire steel, and a "grippy" high-durometer rubber grip makes it a dream tool for bushcrafting with just enough heft to make for a good fighting knife (it was a contender for SEAL use in the late 80s)...!!! The only drawback is that it is not a continuous production knife and the last 2 production runs were subbed out to TOPS Knives... Supposedly to be put back into production late 2021/early 2022 if I understood the factory Rep correctly when researching its history in March '21. I am somewhat prejudiced, as I own 3 of these, 2 early models and 1 TOPS Produced...
Absolutely agree! My early model is hands down the best knife I have (opinion may be a little biased). It's the one I take with me. That and my Benchmade AFO II.
I accidentally bought a knife with a 15 inch blade. Is there any use for that thing?
I dont need a TOPS Vector but...
Good selections. I would include the Ontario Rat 3 in that lineup, love mine !
NO LT Wright?!
I enjoy listening to this guy! He is great at what he does!
Laser Strike is my favorite ESEE and I have several of them, followed closely by their Ashley Game Knife. I've skinned a few bucks with it and it's done fantastic with the blade shape that's a less exaggerated Nessmuk design and small enough to properly maneuver a carcass. I point that out because of the hunting/skinning comments on the Kabar (which I also have and sits alongside my right knee in the center console side "pocket" of my F150). I feel like people who'd use a Kabar as a skinning knife has never actually skinned an animal; same for a bowie knife, which I find to be utterly useless.
You failed to mention a little-known feature on that TOPS BOB, the brass lanyard tube doubles as a bullet-puller (which will separate a bullet from its brass casing) for certain rifle ammo (.30-06 ?), to dump out and access the gunpowder to be used in fire making.
Stupid feature
@@elconquistador98
Stupid opinion.
Thats cool. Very niche, probably never used but really cool.
@@allemander I reloaded ammo for years. Bullet pulling is hard, can't be done with a brass tube. My opinion is based on fact and therefore is not stupid, but informed.
@@elconquistador98
It’s my understanding that the tip of the bullet is inserted into the brass lanyard tube in the knife handle and then you crank or bend the brass casing of the rifle round sideways, forcing the bullet to be bent laterally from where it is seated within the brass shell casing.
I’ve yet to attempt this, personally, and I’ve never reloaded ammo, either, but I seem to recall seeing a video of someone demonstrating this process with relative ease. It’s not a case of the bullet being pinched like pliers by the brass lanyard tube and then being pulled straight out of the brass shell casing, but rather a forced bending sideways as I described above. Does that change your opinion, perspective or understanding, at all? I’m genuinely curious.
Thanks for your input.
What about Schrade?... or the Buck 124 Frontiersman?
I love fixed blades. Just can't warm up to folders
I was a folder guy for years, just had too many issues with too many and I don't beat on them. After one set of stitches and 2 pair of gloves well enough was enough.
I like both but have really been into fixies for the passed year.
Prefer fixed for use, but love the fidget factor on a good folder
For the Becker, I absolutely would have picked the BK9/Remora combo.
I've had extensive use with the BK9, and it fills so many roles. It can straight up replace a hatchet, it's great for processing wood, superb for food preparation, has a great feel and balance, and it even throws exceptionally well to the point I could confidently hit a squirrel or muskrat within about 15-20 feet (though throwing any knife for hunting would be one of my last choices). They used to come with the Remora neck knife, and the BK9 sheath still comes with the Remora kydex sheath built in. I have the Remora, too, and it's a great little skeletonized knife, perfect for the finer cutting tasks the BK9 is just too damn big to do (skinning, whittling, etc.).
The BK9/Remora combo is my go-to for my adventures into the mountains.
I will say, though, that KA-BAR 1217 (Mk2/USMC) is one of my favorite knives in my collection. I've used mine A LOT, even more so than my BK9. It has held up very well, and to be blunt, it's the knife on that table I'd pick first, although that SOG and Tops really caught my eye, and if I ever buy those, maybe I'll change my tune.
I actually own about half a dozen KA-BAR knives, as I really, really love their grip style, which fits my big hands very well, and in the event of SHTF, they are pretty much the gold-standard of knives, instantly recognizable even by people not into knives, and would be worth a lot in trade value due to their well earned reputation of being a quality blade that should outlast you and even your grand children, assuming it's properly maintained. It's also heat treated to be softer at the hilt/tang, because a bent tang can be straightened, but a snapped tang is done for. This is why you can tell someone is lying or had a knock-off KA-BAR if they claim the blade snapped at the hilt. The tip is more prone to chipping or snapping, as is the edge, but not the tang. Ultimately, they are built to last.
If you get one with the leather sheath, it's Mexican leather and made in Mexico (knife is made in USA). Some people don't know this, but some of the best leathers in the world are Italian and Mexican. This becomes abundantly clear when you feel the silky, flexible, yet incredibly sturdy leather KA-BAR uses for their leather sheaths and grips. I treated both my knife and sheath with neet's foot oil baths, soaking them in 24 hour sessions once a week for the first 3 months, then once a month for the next 3 months. The result is a supremely pleasant texture, and high water resistance, as well as a deep darkening of the leather to give it a vintage look. It goes great with formal attire, as well as wilderness attire. Here's a picture a couple years after treatment:
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If you want the same amazing feel of a an oil bath treated knife and sheath, but want to retain the original color, I hear you use mink oil instead, which won't dye/darken the leather like neet's foot oil will.
I really like the look of you sheath and knife handle. I'm gonna try it. Thanks for the tip.
Becker BK 16 and BK 7, are some of the best knives in their size and genre categories. BK 9 is great, but there are more competitors at it's size and type of knife. The true value and design success, are BK 7 next BK 16 and then BK9 in that order.
Yes Esse makes better survival knives than folders
Do they make folders?
I just captured and skinned a watermelon with my Steep Country
No Bark River?!! For shame. Gotta love the Bravo, or the Gunny Hunter, or the Aurora or the…well, you get the point.
Exacly what I was thinking
Bark River, Falkniven and Mora all the way.
I currently own two on this list, the Gerber Strongarm and the Cold Steel SRK-C. I love them both. Both are compact and solid and each feel great in the hand. The Strongarm has just about the best grip of any fixed blade I’ve used so far. Love that checkered diamond pattern, I never feel like I’m going to lose my grip on it even when I have sweaty hands. I’m really digging the Lionsteel T5 and the SOG Pillar though, I’m definitely adding those two to my wishlist. Great video, keep up the great work!
Add in the Strongarm's versatile sheath, and it's a great value. Having said that, when they first came out, I saw a number of examples that really needed to have their edge reground due to Gerber's somewhat sloppy finishing. Maybe that's improved in recent years. My example didn't have a perfectly even edge, but after some work, it's good enough, especially considering that I paid less than $50.00 for it on sale.
Hey what would you recommend amongst kabar , srk , Gerber strongarm . I'm gonna buy one of those needed a suggestion. Thanks in advance ☺️
When cold steel isn't a great sword.
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Thank you David!! Very helpful!!👍👍🤠🤠
Well done David! Thoroughly enjoyed the variety. Thinks I need that SOG!
Grind on that strongarm must’ve been done on a Friday right at quittin time lol .
I think we have to expect that most budget knives are going to need some work on the edge.
@@GeorgeOrwell-yz6zx Morakniv have the best edges, better than any fixed blade out there and yet, they cost 10$ That being said any and ALL the new knives, should be sharpened and most of the reprofiled too, before 1st use. That's not only for making the knife cut better, but also removes the "burned" steel and exposes the good heat treated steel, that will perform as it should. Even Moras scandi edges, because of the nature of the scandi grind (very thin edge), should be sharpened, at least a couple of times, and probably reprofiled to -Scand/convex or scandivex as many people call it. No knife out there, cuts or performs, as it could and the difference you get, if you know what you're doing, is HUGE.
@@GeorgeOrwell-yz6zx yeah no . If other companies can do it so can Gerber . That knife should’ve never passed QC without being fixed . With that said that’s the first Strongarm I’ve seen with a messed up grind .
That Buck wasn't too hot either. The right side looked ok, but the sharpening on the left side was wonky. Not very impressive for the premium version of the 119. I love Bucks, but I wouldn't be happy to get that particular one.
@@cwegga I didn’t catch that one I’ll have to watch again .
Great choices there and was happy to find some knives I own as well. I would have liked to see a real puukko knife there (ok you have Mora and Condor, but not one from Finland). Maybe something from Marttiini like iconic "Lynx" or their bushcraft knife "Tundra" would have been nice additions :)
I 'm buying that Buck although I don't Hunt. For collection it's a keeper
LT Wright?🤔
Ahh Fixed Blades - some great ones in this list. I would add the ESSE 5 for top beast knife category. Include A Bradford Guardian 3.5 and White River Backpacker Pro, and Benchmade 162 honorable mention.
The buck 119 was my first real outdoor knive. Love the classic look.
Really good job breaking down the utility of all of these knives and the cost factors with options. I’m old school, early 70s veteran. I have several fixed blades but the one I always end up carrying for bush craft is the Kabar. I have 3 and never leave home with out one in truck. I also have a very affordable, useful and fits like a glove Old Timer skinner. But maybe I’ll expand my horizons after watching this vid. Thank you again, sir
Jon, MY K-Bar survived WWII, & Dad brought it home… to the Ozarks.
I carried it ‘on the farm’ into the Sixties- Once wearing a suit everyday- kept in car.
Retired to a shelf of Artifacts 👌🏾
@@dennisgoff4723 As the old story line goes “if that knife could talk, what stories it would tell”. That knife has retired with honor. And the Ozarks are a great place to be with so much cool history. I have family in Mountain Home and Eureka Springs. BIkes Blues & BBQ always a cool attraction. Good Eats, Good People and Good Times
Thanks Bro, you’re what I call a talking head - great verbal skills. I’ll bet you could sell an Eskimo a snowball. I like to collect knives on a limited budget. I enjoy your videos.
All good choices, but I would have picked the Gerber MK II instead of the Strongarm.
Really glad to see you guys include Condor. Condor really is my hands down top pick for not just fixed blades but overall affordable knives. Not only do you get great materials like Micarta, hardwood, GREAT leather, 1095, 5160, 1075. But you get it in a kydex sheath for $50 on average!! Not to mention they do great jobs on their heat treats, files skate off all blades and they keep an edge better than some more expensive steels I've seen on other knives. Oh, and they make sheaths better than anyone hands down.
Totally agree with everything you’ve said. I’m a huge fan of Condor
And a lot of their knives look badass, like the Hudson Bay or the Huron
Whenever I think tops I think the tahoma, really like the style of that. Fixed spyderco I think mule team but that's all i have from them so makes sense, street beat is dope.
Looking back. I think the first knife a young man should have needs to be a K-bar. Great price. A nice piece of history. Great way to begin a collection.
Man I would love these videos if there were direct shots from above. Accurate scale comparisons are so helpful, but rare. Literally all those knives lined up next to each other, and you barely get a glimpse at the bottom of the screen.
You mean like on the thumbnail?
@@mikejeffsteel Yes, but how is one supposed to view a full size image of the thumbnail, other than put the video title into google images?
@@bonesjones1658 True. It would be nice.
I have 3 knives . They are all fixed blades. WINKLER belt knife, and a TOOR darter in Ranger Green.and a TOOR field 2.0 they are AWESOME. I had a couple of autos that broke . And it is faster to deploy a fixed blade in combat ! that lionsteel is one of the best knives I have seen!
great selection! my choices: Becker, Condor, LionSteel, Morakniv (why should I pay more) as a kid I always dreamed to have a USMC Kabar, but I think this is not so good for bushcrafting, something I care much about today (I use Mora Bushcraft)
Why is street beat 5" same price as 3.5"?
Seems wrong 🤣
Is the 3.5 actually full tang?
@Jesse Robinson im just wondering why more steel equals same price... its wierd :D
My personal favorite KaBar is the modified tanto. I bought one a few months ago and it’s beautiful. It just wants to stab into something. I’ve also got an esee 3 with g10 scales which I really like. I’m really looking at the Becker bk-2. It’s such a beast
I really wish I could get a modified tanto with the stacked leather handle, the blade look really good but I don't like the feel of the Kraton handle vs classic leather. I might make an exception for the USSF one tho.
@Frank Paré
I personally don’t mind the handle. I like the solid black look
What!!!!! No White River Knives or Spartan Blades????????? You must do a redo of this video!!!!!
I love my bk16. I stripped the powder coating off, forced a patina and upgraded to the micarda scales and bought a custom kydex sheath.
A pick or two surprised me, but the kabar usmc was not one of them. One of the most iconic, well known, and quality knives ever made. Never underestimate a Marine and his/her kabar.
I picked up a K-bar back in '91. Took it to Desert Storm and it immediately became my "Go-To" knife. It was so intimidating, I almost didn't need my M-16! Lord help the fool who caused me to skin it from it's sheath! I had a guy faint once when I unsnapped the handle!!
Took to Afghanistan after that. Same results. It's a blade that commands respect and can scare the hell out of ya even in it's sheath!! I love my K-bar.
Hi! Big fan! Follow the channel regularly for some time now.
Love the video series, and come to trust on your reviews and opinions.
So, would like to ask for your honest opinion about this knife.
You might have heard about this famous youtuber survivalist, Survival Lilly? She now released a new version of her own knife design APO-1S, retailing for around 150USD.
I comented on her presentation video that I don't own the knife, but based on the steel it's made (AUS8), it's a bit overpriced and there are better avaiable options.
From her reply, I think she didn't liked my coment.
I don't find the knife avaiable to buy on your site, but would you recomend it, or can I find some better alternatives for a survival knife around that price or less?
Lionsteel has lots of nice models right around $150. ESEE's are great too. Or Ka-Bar Beckers. There's also Kizlyar and many other brands.
No LT Wright? Love my Nex Gen.
Thanx for showing the sheaths, that's an important part that alot of people leave out when showing fixed blades.
There are a lot on that list I'd love to have. Nice selection.
I wish Cold Steel would come out with a M4 bayonet that was modernized. Even better a bayonet for AKM.
I’ve had to drop benchmade knives, when I found out they were supporting anti 2A candidates.
I don’t understand why they don’t realize that if they were to get gun control passed, knives are next.
Exactly right!
I would like to see best knifes USA made
The Puma White Hunter always was my favorite. Unimaginably tough and very attractive
Knife porn at it's best!! Great video and a great choice of fixed blades - feel vindicated that I own 6 of them!! My personal favourite is the Lionsteel T5, the quality is just unbelievable for the money. It's so good that I've just ordered the M4 and M7!! (Hope the wife doesn't read this...)
What do you think of the Niolox steel?
@@douglasquaid7814 Really like it, holds an edge much longer than my D2 blades and seems easier to sharpen. Supposed to be highly stainless too, but my T5 is the black stonewash so I can't really judge. I'd be more than happy to buy a Niolox knife again, as I would with Sleipner or M390, which my other Lionsteels use.
@@del4775 nice thanks
Someone who pronounces Fällkniven and Morakniv almost correct :)
Your thoughts on Morakniv's Garberg? I always see the companion, but every video I see on the Garberg rates it higher. I guess I'm also asking why do they think that? What do you think?
Go for the Terävä Jääkäripuukko 110 in 80crv2. If you don't know, that all knives should be sharpened or reprofiled before use and how to do it, then pick the Mora. Bushcraft Black, is better than the Garberg. Never ask a sales man, for his opinion on what you should get, NEVER. Ask any one else, except a salesman.
Did a shootout of the Garberg vs the Condor Terrasaur a bit ago. This will lay out the advantages of each: ruclips.net/video/Ez-JRy2bjXs/видео.html
Lol garberg is way better, no doubt about it 👍
Great very unbiased review. Worth a follow
Hello David, thank you for sharing this fine informative video. One additional fixed blade which I have admired is the OKC #499. It's the Air Force survival knife. It has 10/95 blade and includes a great looking leather sheath. I enjoy your videos. Please keep up your great work. Stay safe and healthy. 🤗
Lol 🤣 Chairforce
The old "jet pilot" knife is the most underrated knife of all times . For an old school leather sheath , nothing touches it. I would be proud to own one . 👍👍👍👍👍
After careful revision of each knife and what you had to say about them I have decided I need to purchase all of them.
The Fallkniven F1 is calling to me...
(Great overview!)
The F1 is a beautiful knife.
Thier modern bowie calls to me lol
Great job. Just got a recon tanto in the mail today. I love it. Can't believe what I got for the money. Going to retire my 119. Bought it in 1976. Of all the knives I have my favorite is still my K-bar. Picked up a new SOG super bowie last year. Not very practical. Once and awhile I take it out and just look at it. I'm looking at a Esse 5 for my next purchase. Great job on the video.
So we’re just not gonna mention that “the best spyderco fixed blade” isn’t even a full tang 🤨 C’mon man, you’re better than that!
...and the fact that they're charging $115 for VG10...I'm through with Spyderco. They just keep raising prices and hoping that we'll buy into it based on the name. I love the Spyderco's that I own, but I'd much rather buy a Two Sun that's full titanium, M390 steel, and superior action at $100, or a fixed-blade from Cold Steel that's made in Taiwan. No comparison. "BUT...BUT...Spyderco is US!!!" B.S.! Some are manufactured here, but in this case, this fixed-blade is made in Japan. Since discovering other manufactures overseas such as WE, Kizer, Two Sun, Kubey, Artisan Cutlery, etc. I don't ever see myself buying another US-made knife unless they start competing properly. Call me a traitor...I don't care. My money, my choice.
Looks like they tried to clone the White River M1 Backpacker. Looks lower quality in every way.
Ka-bar just screams Oorah Semper Fidelis! What makes the grass grow, Blood, blood, blood! Thanks K.C.
The Spyderco Street Beat is hands down the best All A-rounder on the table
Ummm…..it is the only “half knife” on the table. He conveniently forgot to mention that it is NOT a full tang fixed blade. Imo it shouldn’t even be on the table. And certainly not as Spydercos best fixed blade. C’mon man!!
@@powers1776reset I think there are a few others that are better. The waterway is pretty solid although lc200n isn't super tough.
Not at that price! Outrageous and insulting!
Gotta get a Ka Bar sooner than later. Such a classic knife. Thanks for sharing.
Hinderer, Medford, Bark River, White River, Winkler, FOBOS, Helle, Arno Bernard, Extrema Ratio, L.T. Wright, FOX, Bradford, Dawson???
My SRK was delivered yesterday and I love it. I wasn't sure if I should get the full sized or compact model, I ended up going with the full size. I'm glad I did.
Man you are great at this! Thanks for your comments - all super helpful! 👌🏻👍🏻
I would love to see a video on throwing knives if you could .. :)
Awesome video thanks. Very well thought out. 👍🏻
My favorite = Cold Steel SRK
I went proper camping for the first time this year. I got the mora companion. Its an awesome knife, especially considering the abuse I put it through. It got me back!
I don't know about the combat thing of Cold Steel, but they have knives that are sharp and hold an edge. Sweet.
SOG Pillar, is a fantastic Fixed Blade... Perfect shape, S35VN, Micata handle... Super light, super tough... My Fav...
If you earned the title of United States Marine like I did, then you better have that Ka Bar USMC knife in your collection, Devil Dog!
Semper Fidelis!
im just curious why they did a rat tang with wooden handles and not
molded handle with a full tang
as that seems more 100% reliable
wouldent it be a tiny bit heavier as your getting rid of that extra material in the handle(wooden)
vs more full tang with sleeves on the side or molded handles
@@Kevin-qj7fp don't know Man, from my understanding this specific knife was issued to our fellas during WW2. I suppose they were just eager to get the knives out to all the troops asap and didn't really pay to much attention to design & details? I own the 7 inch partly serrated blade with leather wrap handle, purchase from knife center....took about 3 1/2 weeks for delivery as it was not in stock.
@@Xander_Park was it a full tang? id like if the kabar had a full tang + sleeve handles or a molded handle
@@Kevin-qj7fp These are called "rat tales". They are full tang in the sense that it tapers to the end of the pommel, shaped like a rat's tail. It is NOT the full width of the blade at the hilt. You can see the tail in the end cap that is pinned to the tail holding the grip together. You can get them with a Craton (rubber like) handle. Leather or hard (plastic?) sheath.
Knife - KA-BAR 2-1211-6 Blk Fighting - $75
Hard Sheath - KA-BAR 1216 Full-Size Black Hard Knife Sheath - $16
is it just me or is the microphone in this video picking up a fly buzzing around
edit: that was just the music lmao i didn't even realize there was music
I'm still wanting to know what do you call a knife with a long handle short blade?
I see a table full of knives and David C anderson, I hit the like button. It's that simple.
I had the first version of the Boker Applegate Fairbairn that was single edge only. But it was stolen. It was great and I wish Boker would resume making it. I have a cheap chinese copy "Walther P99 Tactical" but it's not a Boker....