Survival Knife - A Skill Every Survivalist Needs to Know for Survival and Bushcraft!
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- Опубликовано: 25 мар 2021
- Survival Knives come in all shapes and sizes. A small knife can do a lot and maybe more than a big knife. However, learn this survival technique to access dry fire material if a Survival Knife is all you have! Enjoy!
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the other advantage of a small knife is that you're more likely to carry it and have it with you when you need it most
Thicker is better.
I always have my small knife on me.
Well said
Right front pocket. 3 blade folding knife (clip, spey, sheepsfoot). Right side of my waist belt (equipment NOT to hold my pants up) is my EDC belt knife. 3/16" thick blade Scandinavian Style bevel. Takes and holds an incredible edge. It's my go to knife for everything except intricate carving. Left sise is my large woodsmans knife. I have 2 of them. One is an 8" Buck the other is a homemade (AUS8) modified Bowie style. Very hard to sharpen and really hard to dull. I sometimes use a knife to baton wood but if I'm going in the woods my small forest axe Always goes with me.
Isn’t that the truth! Great comment!
This channel has quickly become one of my favorite RUclips channels.
I particularly like these type of videos where you make the most of what you may have on you. It's all about skills rather than having carrying a large amount of equipment.
Knowing how to use a top quality full tang knife for everything. Ranger intuition and ingenuity. Top notch.
A great reminder regarding knowledge, skills & abilities of equipment, & how to "manufacture" in the wild. Richard Proeneke was a master "engineer".
I recently did over a month of primitive living in the Missouri Ozarks. I still believe in carrying a large chopper and a blade like yours for more detailed work.
Plus I have that 2 is one and one is none philosophy.
However, I completely get your point and I learned some good techniques by watching your video.
Awesome lesson Ranger!
One is none for sure. If you have two,the fear of breaking a blade is almost a nonfactor.
I live on the edge of the Ozarks. What time of year?
I don't recall ever hearing that one before, but I think I have lived by that rule most of my life anyway.
I'm a bushcrafting hiker. My pack eliminates the option of any belt kits, sheaths, etc., but I carry a hefty waist pack in front. This has my ax, saw, cordage, 1staid and a dozen+ other items.
In my pockets are a light small fixed blade which I mostly use on food, a campers pocket knife/spoon/fork/opener with a G.I. can opener attached by cordage, a micro razor knife with a windproof lighter and single AAA flashlight both attached by cordage.
I use the pocket items daily and could use them on wood projects in a pinch or for fine work, but I still love my ax and saw. All items are pretty economical too, except the windproof lighter. Skill indeed is better than high priced items for show that aren't really used.
I didn't hear any advantages to having a small knife
@@RomeroFamilyFunChallenge Maybe another way to put it is this: The very small advantages of a large knife over a small knife don't outweigh the disadvantages of carrying an unnecessarily heavy and cumbersome large knife. People with extensive field experience very commonly agree on the downside of big Rambo type knives.
It is however noteable that serious bushcrafters typically have other tools, folding saw and often an ax. These are so vastly superior to a heavy knife at what they do that there's no contest.
There's also a common false or misapplied idea that a person has to get by with only one tool that does it all. That's so much Hollywood or marketing bullshit, but in real life if a person does find himself in a tight spot stripped down of bigger tools it nearly always comes down to what's in his pockets all the time. The big Rambo knife doesn't fit there. Ironically, the movie, Rambo gives away one of the big clues: It attracts unwelcome attention if that's all you got.
Are there exceptions? Sure. A machete might be the choice item in a swampy jungle location, or a more specialized knife for field dressing large game if that is the prime purpose of an outing, just to name a couple of possibilities.
This is a video that I needed. I was out recently and realized I had no real idea how to process large pieces of firewood without an axe. Thanks!
A very good point and I really concur with you!
You need to go and watch Mors Kochanski, Karamat wilderness ways, The man that named it Bushcraft, the man that started the Neck knife, the Super shelter, the man that would take 17 students out into Northern Alberta at minus 40 for 48 hours and keep them alive, 30 years ago the Master!
I was taught a 6 inch fixed blade knife was optimal by a cadre of SF instructors while I was stationed at Ft. Bragg. I've lived that to this day.
Hard to disagree with that.
How small is small? (The knife in the video looked to be 4 - 5 inches.)
I don't think that you've answered this very objectively, "Can a small knife do everything a large knife can?" No, it can't, if they could nobody would bother making a large knife, however, "Is a smaller knife sufficient to meet your needs in the woods?" Solves your difficulty, you do not require a machete or a Rambo knife for the vast majority of life's problems, but a large knife can certainly accomplish certain tasks better than a smaller knife, and a smaller knife can do some things better than a larger knife, as the saying goes "Each tool to it's task."
I carry both, small one on person, big one on the belt with the hatchet. A little heavier, but since I camp a lot with people who have only the basics I can hand the big one out so they can help me with heavy duty stuff.
Yes, video was kinda incomplete although many of us get the point I think.
For me a small ax is vastly superior to a big knife for ax work and actually weighs about the same. Meanwhile, a big knife is rarely superior to a small knife for knife work.
If you travel as a hiker like I do, then it sucks to carry a big knife for knife work, but smaller ones fit inside my pockets. Well my small fixed blade sticks out a little depending on which pair of pants I have on.
@@Peagaporto Very tolerant man. There's a time and place for everything I reckon.
The knapsackers marathoners who go out unprepared still need to be advised that they aren't entitled to stuff they are unwilling to carry. I'll make a few exceptions for some of the ladies bc I'm a gentleman and unapologetically sexist. Getting out in the woods may be a domain where men dominate, but I like seeing ladies out there as well.
Your friends better appreciate you.
You can't baton with a Swiss Army knife or similar folder. I would carry my Swiss and something larger.
What can a large knife do that a smaller knife can’t except botón? And imo get a hatchet for splitting wood.
I typically don’t comment on videos but I can truly say I’ve learned more about survival by watching you videos than any other channel.
You don’t talk down to the viewer but are really engaging that makes me want to really listen to you teach.
And you genuinely seem to love what you do. Thank you for taking the time to make high quality videos each time.
Got my pilot's survival knife at Benning in 74, it's good enough for anything that I'm going to need. Good Luck, Rick
Things as simple as wedges are often overlooked. Thanks for sharing
Knowledge and skill weigh nothing. Good stuff buddy. Thank you for your service and the great video content.
Cudos to you for using a knife on the video that is not fulltang. Looks like Kellam Wolverine. That shows how much more important skills are over overbuilt survivaltools. This is ordinary bushcraft skills that all outdoorsmen should know. Well done 👏🏻👏🏻
You can do it with a folding knife as well but using a small knife alone is time consuming making wedges and batons .So one tool it should be a big knife 😃 they can do big and small work this is why countries that live from the forests usually carry machetes it builds shelter,fire,signaling,procured and dispatches food.
@@treerat6959 you are missing the point but it doesn’t matter.
@@bowdrillaz I get the point you don't need a bid knife or ax
@@treerat6959
He's not missing the point! If you look at the thumb nail it says "smaller is better". He also states that small knives are more efficient... neither of which is true!
My 4 inch mora garberg does everything I need to do in the field I do carry a small axe or hatchet and folding saw for larger wood processing
That's what i carry.
Smaller knives are better for for processing games, specially if you intend to tan the hide,, small is better to notch stix for snares, easier to sharpen stix for ground bow traps too. Definately better for debarking small limbs if your using the inner bark for meds or food purposes. Using a rambo knife for any of these purposes is to me like using a sword. .theyre good for spliiting small logs for firewood, notching bigger limbs to use for shelter tho. In survivalism, theres a use for everything n anything.
Love this channel! Packed full of useful information delivered in a no nonsense manner without a load of fluff, by someone who has clearly lived in the survival world for a long time (not one of those desktop reviewer pseudo survival fantasists).
Yes loves this channel! This dude is the real deal
Perfect example of work smart not hard, and knowledge is definitely power. Thank you for teaching us useful skills and tactics. Keep the videos coming, I'll watch them as fast as you can put them out
Always on point. making wedges and splitting material is a good knowledge nugget to keep in the mind. well done
I’m in my mid-60s….retired Navy and retired federal wildlife LEO. I went through SERE Basic at NAS Brunswick Maine in the mid 1970s. While my days in the backcountry are pretty much done, (except for the occasional trail run with my Aussie or a bikepacking ride), I still found this video both educational and entertaining. The extra benefit was your instructor “style”. Of course I wouldn’t don’t know if you were an instructor in the military, but if not, you would have been a helluva SERE School instructor! Bravo-Zulu, we’ll done…..and thank you for your service to this country!
Great video! Batoning wood is my favorite technique. It’s safe, controlled, precise. Keeping the risk of injury low. The more we know the less we carry Mors Kochansky said. Thank you! 👍
I have a kellam puukko and I love how comfortable the handle is it’s really hard to beat. I always go back to using that knife.
On the next episode of Ranger Survival, Sarn't will show you how to build a viking longship from the planks he is able to produce from splitting logs with the wedges he's fabricated
Yeah, but if he did that on this channel, Felix would build one with his SAK!. Excellent video buddy!
Great summary of the technique Andrew and that's a good small knife you have there. I love puukko's and old modified butchers on my belt and leave the big boys on the side of my pack for the heavy stuff. BTW - love your overnight vids, especially with minimal gear.
When your in a survival situation, whatever knife you have is, all you got, regardless of what size or shape it is you'll make it work, because you won't have a choice.
Ok this is a lot of work for a small knife a 10,12 inch knife will do the same in under half the time cutting and forming wedges or even split pine without a wedge. I get the go light idea . In mostly pine area's a 3-4 inch blade with a simple folding pocket saw will rule the day so if I had to go light this would be my go to.
Kellam handles always look so comfortable...When I build my own rigs I always copy their style.
It's not rocket science , just make the handle the shape of your grip . ...Some knife makers haven't figured it out yet.
Useful info, straight talk, no bull. Thanks.
Straight up Mors kochanski.👍👍
Mors had a great test for determining a proper bush knife. Being able to efficiently craft simple bush tools (produce a net needle in 5 minutes). Smaller knives are much more handy for these jobs. As well as food prep, and game processing.
yes, but he also carried a saw and a camp ax.
@@hammerhound168 yes, that's definitely the optimal setup (the axe is often not needed), but as I'm sure you know, his books and videos illustrate exactly this technique for splitting logs. His knife of choice was, if anything, more lightly built than the one shown here.
The jungle natives use a machete almost exclusively that involves preparing vegetables and meats , trap building as well as shelter.
agree they are more handleling than big knife´s imo
You're killing it! Great channel and excellent presentation. I like the focused and non-repetitive instruction. Well done. BZ
Could not have said it better it myself. Do not rely on massive choppers for everything. Go and practice with a Mora, develop your skills so they are not reliant on specific and specialized tools. Another winner, Andrew. Great demonstration of skill and food for thought.
That's a good tip that I don't usually see from other creators. They usually advocate for a secondary tool; saw, larger knife, hatchet, small axe, etc. I, myself like to change it up because I own so much gear, having collected for decades, that I carry different loadouts, depending on how tough the hike change in elevation will be.
Thank you for your channel and services Sir.
Sir, May God bless you an protect you and preserve you an may your days stay blessed and I pray that you will remain well forever.
Thank you for leading the way Sir.
Respectfully,
Cheer's.
Sawyer~
I watch Bushcraft and survival videos for over 10 years now and Bushcraft myself since even longer, but your videos are just awesome! It’s true what people say, you condense the information so perfectly that your videos are the best when it comes to me.
Thanks for putting this out for us to enjoy. It takes a lot of work to prep, go out, film and edit the footage. Very much appreciated.
I do like the fact your using techniques that cody lundin used with his students
Good info. I will always carry a 10" blade but to know how to use a small knife like this is very valuable.
Outstanding demo. Been using this technique for a long time. Works great and keeps the brain working in the bush
The Gerber principle has become my favorite small fixed blade. Thanks for the handy woodsman techniques. Fire will save your hide out there. Good show ranger.
Appreciate the education you provide in these videos Sir!
I’m just discovering survival videos. I find them fascinating and mostly everything I’ve learned isn’t mind blowing just stuff you never considered. Good job on this.
An excellent technique to know if you need to keep weight to a minimum. However, just like everything else, there are trade offs. This method is likely to take longer and be harder work. If you can afford the extra weight, then a hatchet will take less work and go faster. The way to go will depend on your particular situation so, choose wisely.
i agree...a sm. axe all u need
good tutorial. I'm surrounded by the same environment. live above 8k so we keep snow . I generally carry my silky with me when I'm out, but it's always good to NEED less. keep up the good work.
Great job ranger, as always! Thank you for your service from one vet to another.
Great video as always Andrew. I like how you share the skills needed to actually use the gear. Thank you.
Thank you for all you do!!
Thanks for sharing your all around knowledge.
Great under 5 minute video!
Puukko, don't leave home without it ! Grizz 🐻👍
Great tip!
It's not the size of the knife that matters. It's what you do with it...
Thank you, that was extremely useful information given in a clear and short manner. Much appreciated.
Great technique and process. Thanks for the reminder of how the knife plus skills can be used.
Great information. I think in most real survival situations people either don't have any knife or maybe a folding knife or some other small 4inch bladed knife. Typically the bigger knives, axes...ect are not carried.
Anyways thanks great vid.
All the best from Canada.
Solid video. Great content for the community
Knowledge is Power I totally agree. Ranger keep it simple. Great job!
Lots of Ponderosa and Cedar in my area. Good stuff!
You seem to be humble and interested in teaching others a valuable skill.
Please stay humble brother. thx for your service & all that you do.
Stay safe out there!
BEAVER CHEWING! AWESOME old boy scout is laughing
Know this well, not a topic heard much if at all on YT. Outstanding. Thanks for your time brother. General, You always have our support , from NC. 👍
It's always good to have more than one perspective on the skills you need for survival. Keep up the great work.
Accidents always happen. Never have a saw or hatchet with me when I hunt. I do carry 3 knives. One is
always a carbon steel 3 - 41/2" blade bushcraft knife. Thanks again, professor!
Skills and knowledge really matter. Great video.
Really loving your channel Andrew. The more you know the less you need to carry. Keep up the great work.
Cheers from UK
I love this channel because I always learn something. Even if it's something I'm already familiar with, I always learn a trick or method to do it better. Good stuff.
Pretty cool way to split wood. New one to me. Thanks.
Great video Andrew! thanks you from Buenos Aires
Excellent!
Thanks, for this :) . The wood wedge technique has officially become a part of my mental tool box!
Great video unbelievable what you did with such a small knife. I would not have ever thought of that with the wedges. Good job great skills ,plus your a good teacher clear and straight to the point.
Well done Andrew!! My go to channel.
great technique Andrew.
Nate
Well done : clear and concise !
always a good idea to carry a mid size knife and a large one.
this is information I needed because most of time I carry just 3 items on my ( easy ) hikes fixed shaft hunting knife a lighter and flashlight plus swanwrapped matches and a single fire starter ( cotton ball and vasline in swanwrap ) because carrying anymore just too much these go into my coat or pant pocket or shirt pocket still I think I have some items critical for survival and self confidence especially on easier short hikes
Nice one Andrew. Thanks for teaching me a few new tricks. Wish you the best.
Good tip , thanks for sharing , God bless !
I really enjoy the content, all of the pathfinder guys seem to be really solid. Thanks and keep up the good work.
I've been bush crafting before they called it bushcraft over 60 years I used and still use 5 to 7 inch blades my favorite is the Buck 120 7 inch blade I've done more with this knife the all the other ones Great move ability you can chock up on the blade if needed Great for the field from bushcraft to gutting out deer excellent all a round camp knife
Thank you for the information..... Well done and appreciate your contant as Always... From North Georgia mountains....
Cool stuff right here.
Great video my friend, thank you for sharing. Stay safe out there. 🤗
One thing to remember, when working with the wood, work with the wood. For instance, when batoning the knife into the end of the log, take a moment to examine the end of the log. Look for existing cracks to work with. Often there will be a crack that has already split a third of the log. Also look where knots are. If you try to split where there are knots below, then there will be more effort needed. No use wasting calories and time.
Awesome idea
Finally! Im a kindred spirit.. its been hard for me to convince my friends of this but I will be sure to show them your sensible, practical demo
Very cool. The knife is the most versatile tool in wilderness survival. If all you have is knife, you can do just about anything related to surviving in the outdoors: firewood, shelter, other tools, eating utensils, gathering and skinning game. I would prefer a bit longer blade, but hey, if smaller is what you have you ain't hurtin'. Got to see some RASP candidates yesterday on Ft. Benning getting ready for a late afternoon run. They looked eager enough to become more refined steely eyed killers. I envied them their youth and enthusiasm.
Great technique!! Thanks for sharing.
Doing great man learning a bunch from you thanks man
Another great video. Thank you sir!
Great content in a short amount of time. It's great showing that with knowledge, you can create/ procure and process dry firewood 🔥 with a smaller knife. 🔪 I usually carry a 5" fixed blade.
Excellent video! Thanks for taking the time to make these!
Had to watch again. Enjoyed.
Charles
Quick relevant video. Thanks
Knowledge is power great job.
another great segment. thx
Awesome!
Excellent HOW-TO video!! TY!!
As always..Some sound knowledge. Thanks mate👍
Great video. To the point. The power of a wedge. Keep em coming.
Doing great!
Thanks for all the great tips 👍
Stupid me......here I was thinking a "baton" was that shiny metal rod that the cheerleaders twirl.
That's something that if ya do it once you will never forget...but till that day you will forget it like what you ate last week .....it's important to get that dirt time. I need to get out and do that stuff ...practicing with in view of the house is good health fun.
Thanks for the video and info.