Is It Still Relevant? Esee Izula Long Term Review
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The ESEE Izula is not only still relevant because it was a paradigm shift in EDC, neck, and skeletonized knives categories, but it is still the benchmark by which all knives in those categories are compared in terms of warranty, performance, cost, and overall package (specs, sheath, carry, accessories, etc.)
I agree!
And now it's available in better steels, like s35vn
First vid. You are one level headed S.O.B.
No disrespect to your Mother.
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I love my Izula 2 and the warranty is one of the best. Thank you for your service and thank you for this video!
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I carry an Izula in S35VN everyday, it's a great knife. Esee heat treats their S35VN really well, I agree that you do have to purchase scales and a sheath for it to get all you can out of it...great video!
Same here in S35VN🗡🗡🗡
My brother got this for me when it first came out. I didn't appreciate it because I didn't appreciate knives. I was a teenager, to be fair. He bought it off of me a few years later. I wish I had never sold it back to him.
I love to edc my izula 2 , small fixed blade is just way more assuring for emergencies. (Vs folder)
I love my izula2. It’s thick enough it won’t break. The sheath is rattle free and 100% secure too.
Esee Xan S35VN has been my fixed EDC blade for 2.5 years now . I was going to get Izula S35VN but I'm glad I got Xan .
Esee in general is my go too blades . Esee Laser Strike paired with GB SFA is a super nice combo to take into the woods .
I've sold off a lot of knives and Freedom sticks over the past year or so . Down sizing and keeping what I actually use is where in at in life . I kept 5 Fixed Blades and 5 Folders . I kept 3 Pistols and 3 Carbines . I'm super glad I did downsize. Now I have everything I need and nothing I dont .
Nice video bro
👌🏻💪🏻 streamlined!
I know this vid is 2 years old but You can get an IZULA 1 in S35vn for less than $100 and buy the extended scales which make the grip as long as the IZULA 2.
I'm only finding them at just over 100 with shipping but that's pretty cool!
I guess however for a skeletonized knife in s35vn that's about where the industry is now.
@@Thepreppersbunkeroutdoors On Knife Center I got mine for $94.95 USD with free shipping. And for a knife with a warranty like ESEE's, it's really hard to beat for the price since micarta scales are only $20. With a no questions asked lifetime transferrable warranty this easily makes any of their knives punch above their weight as far as value.
what a well thought out video, ive been trawling through a lot of stuff on youtube and the internet in general, hundred brick plus on a knife isnt to be taken lightly. I was looking at the izula 2 but i think my heart is set on an esee 3. Bloody good video that makes a lot of excellent points mate
Thanks!
Buck paklite 140 bought it for $15 in 2015, been in my daily carry for 8 years now. Best dang skeleton knife i have ever had.
I'm a fan myself!
The Tibo came out around 2012 and the reason TOPS quit making them is the designer of the Tibo parted ways with TOPS and asked them to quit making them. I never purchased an Izula, but I do have a couple of the ESEE Xancudo knives in S35VN and I really like them.
Thats good to know!!!
Hello, thank you for your service😊. I'm 77 and love your sight. I have an Izula 1, and still love it. I don't see sufficient difference to go with an Izula 2. However, I do carry at the same time an Izula 4. Between the two, I've brought many deer home (dressed out). I do a lot of off shore fishing here in Daytona. The Izula 1 works great cleaning and filleting my fish. I like your channel and will follow you daily. Again, thank you for you service. I have three grand children currently serving. One grand daughter is a Crew Chief on an F-16, my oldest just returned from 10 yrs in Italy and the youngest is a Marine specializing in aircraft avionics. So military is important to me as well as a great blade.😊
That is awesome! Thanks for swinging by!
Outstanding review
I do own the Esee Izula in 440C
I edc this small fixed blade and actually really enjoy it.
The edge is however a little thick for slicing tasks but it adds to a tough edge for battonning if the need be.
I would however like to see how this blade would perform in S35vn as the latest models of the Izula.
I sometimes think i should perhaps change the edge on my Izula to a convex edge as to enhance edge holding ability 🤔
Thick edges are not a favorite for me,but they do have their purpose.
If the Esee Izula had a slightly longer blade and added belly which tapers to a thinner edge geometry the Izula would be an even better knife, im sure..
To each their own… I was thinking the opposite - I wish the blade was a little thicker and I’m glad it doesn’t have a fine tip (bad for skinning,hard on hands when you make a handling mistake, and delicate).
@@CalqidSame Here,.. agree100%🗡🗡🗡🗡
Only had experience with the izzy 2 but gave it to a friend when I got the BK14. Nothing wrong with it but opinion only, I prefer the Becker blade. For the izula or izula 2 blade size, I enjoy a good folder instead. That said, I still desire that 3.5 Firecraft.
I wish becker would release a bk14ii with the zula 2 handle!
lifetime blades are exactly that. Lifetime blades! Esee guarantee never disappoints
I have a ESEE camp lore for several years now. I love that knife. Don’t know if it’s still made. Never heard anyone talking bout it. It’s similar to the isula but larger. I like knifes that are practical. I’m also curious why you chose the knife you did when you were deployed. I’m older and old school also. When I was younger I went thru different stages of knife buying. Those days the choices weren’t as big (80’s) but knife companies were really beginning to expand.
The jg3! One of my favorites!
there is something you didnt cover that is a relaity for many people, for example I use the izulla 2 because I can only carry a blade max 3 inches and I prefer a a fixed blade to a folder. Some of the other options you spoke about have blades that exeed what I can legally carry. I tried the tops and the izula
I hadnt considered that, but thats why reiff made the f3 2.9" long. Good point.
I personally prefer the blackjack 155 it is damn near identical but it uses 154cm steel and has a beautifully convexed edge! Mine has the micarta scales just like the izula and it has a kydex sheath that came with it... While they're a bit harder to find now I do believe they're still available
They look like good knives!
Jacob, are those the grey or OD green scales on the izula? Your combo looks great. Thank you
Uuummmmmm it's the normally factory see scales. I think they only offer that one color. It is kind of a Grey green that they use a lot.
Thank you, Sir. I appreciate the response. Take care
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I have given many Izulas to infantry (IDF) soldiers and have a couple of my own.. Tough, cheap and lite.
Having said that, for main knife I prefer the Esee 3 mil. The Izula was a game changer like the K-bar, Buck 110, Spyderco Endura, Rat 1. Good , affordable working/military mans knives.
I like my 3 mil!
What type of knives do you make? P. S . I also mod Izulas with a 1" false double edge.
@mordi2537 currently my adventurecraft has a .5" tall profile and 3" blade and the Jackalope is a .75" tall profile and 4" blade.
Some good comments but I have a few observations. S30V and 154cm are good steels but pricey. That white river backpacker is like $200. , not exactly in the same price range as the izula. 1095 carbon steel is tough but requires a bit more care than stainless. My Esee izula with scales makes a dynamite backpacking blade and clips to my shoulder strap. A backpacking blade is mostly going to be used for opening packages and food prep, not as a serious survival blade. For that I looked at what was out there and it was the best option for what I wanted to spend.
The back packer is 150 shipped but yeah- its always a balance that depends on the customer/ users needs and budget
Well said and thought out, Jacob.
Esee has a fixed blade version of their Zancudo folder. Made here in the US if I’m not mistaken. You know I always find a way to mention my little D2, Taiwanese cutty!
yeah, in s35vn! It looks like a phenomenal tool!
Great Video
I was on the fence a few years back about izula 2 or bk 14 and eventually went with the bk 14 because of the height of the blade and the ability to spread condiments I know what a reason to decide but hey if you’re a fixed blade guy and packing every day the smaller details matter …. The last few months I’ve been carrying the Lionsteel m5 in sleipner wish I could have gotten a 3v version but I’m happy for now after I made a nice kydex sheath …. Thanks for the video
My pleasure! I wouldnt fret about getting sleipnir instead of 3v, by all acounts i have heard sleipnir is great- and the name is WAY cooler than 3v lol
Absolutely love my 642,I have a 365, a s&w shield and a Glock 23, and more often than not, I'm carrying the 642.
Good video. Is the esee 3 actually thiner? Looks it. Very odd. I ordered one so. Maybe it will work for EDC.
The esee 3 is the same thickness and same bte thickness I believe, but the larger handle makes it easier to make use of the bte thickness because the leverage is better.
@@Thepreppersbunkeroutdoors k thx
My favorite small knife but the clip sometimes leaves much to he desired. What sheathe is that that you showed?
Armatus
Izula is my first love
I bet it didnt even break your heart! Haha
@@Thepreppersbunkeroutdoors In heart forever ))
I assume you will regret selling this Icon
In '07 I was looking for a couple better duty blades. I, too, jumped on Bladeforums for a start. Alas, my reading eye caught sight of something new. The headline of the thread read: "CPM 3-V? Is it even worth the extra trouble to sharpen?".
Every blade I found offered in 3v was sold out. I settled on a good old Kbar Tanto in 1095 for primary belt knife. I kept my Schrade folding friend of a long time slid above the second shirt button above the belt in case I ever got pinned. The Gerber Skeletonized Para in my right pant pocket.
In hindsight, as those knives were for an urban venue, they were good enough. After a while they made us ditch the primary belt knife because "they're too intimidating. Waaah!". It was mint when I parted with it.
I was the only one to carry a big 5d MagLite on the squad. Everyone else had tiny fist lights AND an expandable baton. I'm still not convinced the "thwap" of the baton is as intimidating as the "shhhhvt" of the Maglite being drawn from the holster I made for it... a cross between a Gladius and a Louisville Slugger. God, save the Ash tree, and if the Good fall, please assist. Amen.
There's my 3-beer in 3 hours input.
How's KY's Ash population doing? The borer is doing a number up here in Indiana.
I wasnt sure 3v was a thing back then, but it certainly wasnt as prevelant as it is now! I remember seeing it as the only infi substitute
@@Thepreppersbunkeroutdoors It was the first time I heard about it. Everyone with input said it was the "new thing".
@@jeremiahshine my timeline back that far is pretty fuzzy haha
@@Thepreppersbunkeroutdoors Consider it a blessing.
I still need to get one
I got a cr 2.5 and xancudo instead
Correction: the White River backpacker is $120 on Amazon now. Still double the azula.
The izula can be had at 60, and the backpacker for 120
The izula with scales looks to be 90, and the backpacker pro 150
At these prices both are still a phenomenal value.
I sold my Izula II, because I couldn't really find a reason to carry it. It was too bulky for a neck knife, for EDC, and not big enough for heavy duty use. Cried when I sold it, I loved it. But I still have my Izula, wtih a cord wrapped handle. Love it too. I did purchase the BK-11 as well, but the sheath was crap. It constantly blunted the knife. It took me a few years to figure out what was going on, and now that I store it in a cardboard sleeve, it is actually getting pretty sharp. But I need a kydex sheath before I can start carrying it. Whoops. Nowadays they have a redesigned sheath.
I have an ESEE Izula II with TKC scales as a neck knife and an ESEE 3 as a option, these are my smallest fixed blade knives and work well.
FYI: I got the Baldrige sling, it's great Jacob!
Glad to hear it!!!
I got the Izula a few years ago, and soon wrapped it with p cord. then I got the scales. Scout carry edc.
Now, I'm thinking its a bit of an odd duck - why have a blade that thick and that deep on a knife that short?
Certainly a good blade for what it is I'm just circling around in my thinking about what the most important features/attributes are. I have the Esee 4, but its too small to be a real chopper and a bit big and thick to be a real slicer... Now I'm trying the Esee CR2.5, but it may be the Esee 3 is my sweet spot...
I think the cr3.0 will be esee's sweet spot when that finally drops.
You might like my AdventureCraft design.
It's because of their no questions asked warranty. Full stop. They probably felt a thinner blade in 1095 would be more prone to chipping or breaking.
Interesting blade!
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I got the Izula in S35VN steel. It is a great knife, but I was disappointed with the factory grind. It was WAY off center and I had to remove a lot of material to fix it.
There are plenty of companies still making blades that look exactly like the Izula. So I'd say it's still relevant. Esee still has the best warranty. Instead of fixing the off center grind I could have just broke it and got a new one.
You can also get extended scales for your Izula which makes it as long as the Izula 2.
Wow thats a huge bummer to hear, im really surprised!
FOR ME, IZULA IS ENOUGH.
😂😂😂😂 Killed my mother-in-law!😂😂😂😂
When you doing the auction
Uummmmm its a little up in the air right now, but probably sunday evening
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Glad he loves to hear himself talk. Probably the only one. Too much hot air here. BYE BYE
The irony lol
I love it when the trash takes itself out
I keep it because I could take an izula and a Hamer and cut up a car and still use it the next day
I mean... probably not, but i get the point!
@@Thepreppersbunkeroutdoors I pounded one into a tree and jumped up and down on it and it did not hurt it, I had to put it in a vise and take a sledge hammer to it to break one. I was testing their warranty.
So, I drive a wrecker, and once upon a time many moons ago, I needed badly to get a wheel off of a girl’s car. However, one of her lug nuts was rounded too badly to get it off with the lug wrench.
Have you ever heard of the chisel and hammer trick for getting a rounded lug nut off, you hammer the chisel into the nut and use it to spin the nut off using the hammer.
I’m sure you can guess where this is going. Yes, I used my Izula as a chisel and hammered a lug nut off. Pounding on the pommel with a ball peen hammer.
Damage to the knife? The paracord wrap was cut off at the pommel. The tip had a tiny spot chipped and flattened.
It’s sitting in my box over a dozen years later and still looks great. I no longer carry that one, but I do still carry an Izula from time to time. Still a great little blade.
@@1581zebra I believe it
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I like ESEE knives a lot, just don’t have any yet lol. Bought Becker knives back in the day because they were cheaper.
Me too!
Bro said “i murdered my mother in law” and I bought it
What!? Haha
They make them in s35vn and ever since then my 1095 pot metal one is just not the same. I now feel it is inadequate for all purposes since the thought of having a stainless version. . .should have always been made with stainless. No knife should rust. Not from daily use.
Pot metal he days lmao 🤣 😂 when done right 1095 is one tough carbon steel and preferred by many...
I would like to see the izula have a somewhat thinner edge- even in s35vn, but that would mean esee types would be breaking them more often i reckon.
(I count myself an esee type lol)
Fwiw, i have carried uncoated esee's everyday through sweat and swimming and everything- it just takes some good patina.
Jeez before the 1900s all knives rusted.....
Take care of them and use them and they don't rust at all. I have tons of knives and multitools never had a rust problem EVER. And I live in Canada near the ocean use them near saltwater aswell so what's your excuse???
Tops totally suck... I wouldn't accept one if it was free.
As long as it cuts.... lol
Wtf are you even talking about “ relevant “ ???? I don’t get it
That's kind of what the video explains