@@GoodGuysCarry I dont know how you see these things... but if you live in a society you already follow endless ammount of rules every single day. If you think that being able to carry a knife, or a gun, makes you somehow prevail/go over that line from unfree to free....I dont see it that way at all.
I'm 56 and have carried a knife since I was 8. Every boy in school had one back then. I was privileged to give my first knife, which was my father's cub scout knife, to my grandson as his first knife.
So glad you didn't want to talk about heavy stuff. I really enjoyed this video about knives for use on horseback and ranching. The comparisons between different types of knives, features, uses, etc. Very entertaining and informative. Thank you, Sir!
I'm with you on the value and utility of a fixed blade. I am a (hobby) knifemaker, so each custom knife gets a custom sheath. I have as much fun making the leatherwork as I do the knives. And yes, at 72 years old now, the arthritis in my hands can make opening a folding blade a little slow these days. More videos like this please ! Fun and informative to watch.
This is a very informative video. When I was working for an oil company, I was a troubleshooter for 220 miles of gasoline/diesel pipeline. I caried a Swiss army knife. It became a very handy tool for many uses. My son use to make knives. I have two of his. One is a hunting skinning knife made with 440 stainless steel and coco bolo handles. The other is made with an old primary chain of my Harley that he beat into a bar of steel in his forge, and then made a knife blade also with coco bolo wood handles. I use to carry it along with the Swiss army knife. I still carry a small version Swiss army knife in my pocket. It is a fairly compact knife with 2 blades, a reamer, a cork screw, a bottle opener with a screw driver end, and a can opener. I also carried a line mans knife for working on wire and cable as all our pump stations were powered by 2400 volt electric motors. I know, 2400 volt electric motors pumping 1400 pounds of pressure on gasoline! You just don't make any mistakes. I did it for 26 years, and I am 84. I always felt like God was watching over my shoulder as I worked alone most of the time.
I always carry a pocket knife, a small flashlight, and a leatherman on my waist as a truck driver. The pocket knife comes in handy with preparing food or any other generic cutting needs. The leatherman I use to cut open trailer seals and replacing air seals on the glad hands. Plus having the serrated blade in that leatherman would allow me to cut my self out of my seatbelt in an emergency. Now the flashlight I mean I work in the dark just as much in the day it’s good to have a good light on you.
Currently in my pocket is a kershaw mixtape the blade steel isn’t the greatest but it gets the job done. Definitely wouldn’t mind investing in a nicer blade. The flashlight is a stream light micro stream. I like it cause it’s really pocketable, but also has a reverse pocket clip so I can clip it to the brim of my hat, if I need both hands.
That Benchmade is a Griptilian for those who may not know. Awesome knife, never thought about how easy it would be to lose one riding horses. Thanks for this video, always wondered what true wranglers/horsemen carried.
Fun subject. I agree with carrying a fixed blade. I always carry an ESEE PR4 in a kydex sheath inside the waist band weak hand side. This keeps my strong hand available for my handgun. I also carry a Kershaw Blackout that is on its second blade, which I have had for twenty-five plus years on the strong side cliped in my pocket.. The Blackout is spring assist, which opens really as quickly as a swichblade. I have always carried some form of knife since I was certified by my Cub Scout Den Mother back in the early seventies. Yes, as a kid I carried all the way up thru high school, it really wasn't a problem back then as long as you weren't stupid with it. Great selection of knives you have. Thanks for sharing.
I'm 15 and every morning I grab my Gerber multi-tool, Schrade old timer, needle nose pliers, and folding clip on knife. I almost never run into something I can't handle with those four tools. Really enjoyed the video Dewayne. Thanks.
Most were Black, freed Slaves who knew how to work cattle and horses. Those who were not came from the east and were American's. Or the south and were Mexican's. Maybe the Canadian cowboys were english.
Aren't knives illegal over there? You should definitely move over to the u.s. as much as people complain about this country, at least we have more rights than you do.
Hello from FRANCE. A knife, a flashlight, and a piece of string in your pocket can get you out of many situations, anywhere. I have always carried a flashlight and a knife, small folding in town at work, or fixed on hiking and horseback riding, the laws here forbid the carrying of a knife.... thank you for this video, best regards Phil.
Would love to see another truck video like the few you’ve done in the past. Things you keep in your truck, tools, recovery gear, etc. Love these types of videos!
After the recent video about visiting doctors/ getting when necessary, i hope you got checked up about whats up with that tremor. I noticed in a few videos and even though that might be none of my business i feel like thats my way of being able to give back right now in case you didn't notice. Stay healthy, Dewayne and thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.
Was hoping to see you do a knife related video so much appreciated! I was always a fan of Bowies myself but it's true they are big and cumbersome and can attract wrong attention. You have a sweet collection so far! Keep warm and comfortable today Dewayne!👍
I'm working on 450 acres every day of the year, no matter the conditions, I've never left home without my 4.5" fixed blade... the one I carry currently was made specifically for me by my father in law (pays to have a blacksmith in the family) but even before that, I've always carried a 4-5", full tang fixed blade with a belt sheath... single button on the sheath, no aggressive piont, on a fatter blade for prying when necessary... made my own sheath out of scrap saddle leather and it fits exactly where I want it... couldn't agree more with you, a good knife is crucial for everyone, regardless your profession...
Was given my Benchmade 18 years ago in the service as a gift from my Command. I love it. For around the farm it works just as well as a fixed blade but I don't have horses. Getting in and out of the tractor it is perfect. I ordered another similar knife (CRKT Tuna spear point, 3.2" blade) so I can keep one in my work pants and the other in my coveralls.
One reccomendation I would make, if you buy a pocket knife, make sure to buy one that locks. I had a swiss army knife, and because the blade on those don't lock, i was using it and the blade folded and cut my index finger on the knuckle down to the bone. Thankfully, there was no permanent damage, and my finger healed fine, other than the scar it left, but that's why I share this, so you don't have that happen to you.
Thanks Dewayne very good info, I always carry knives as I am a tradesman and always need to cut something, I don't always need to cut anything in an emergency, just use it when I am working with different materials ect.
Good practical video, Dewayne! I’ve carried a knife since I was a Cub Scout, back when you could carry in school. Now, I usually carry a folding Kershaw and love it. Thank you, sir!
My daily carry is a CRKT 5470 Fossil. It has a pocket clip but is easy to get to and easy one hand open and close. When I am camping and kept in my truck, it is my Muela tactical blade that is with me. Buck folding hunter is just a classic one I have as a backup in my side pocket in my truck. Every man should carry a knife. I use mine everyday and especially for cooking outdoors.
If you would want to reach out to me, I would love to pay you to make a standard vertical sheath for this knife. It’s a great knife, and I love to carry it more often along with my handgun.
@@BootsMacD You are correct. I found 2 videos from 3 years ago. I have been a long-time subscriber but those were even older and still excellent as we have come to expect. Thanks!
In all honesty, I never though about cowboy/horseman knives. However, I am a huge fan of "tactical knives" and "survival knives." In addition, I also have a Leatherman, a Swiss Army Knife, and a Smith & Wesson with a trigger to open the blade. In addition to carrying them on my person, I also have them hidden in my car, and throughout the house. Yes. I love knives.
you for sure _can_ cut your cigar with a sharp knife - that's all I've ever done for cutting cigars. first of all, you don't wanna try and make a straight cut across the cigar like you're cutting a sausage. instead hold the blade facing your thumb and rest the cigar between the thumb and the blade so it's perpendicular to the blade. all the while you're holding the cigar with your other hand for support. now make a small cut beneath the cap and then rotate the cigar while making a straight cut around the cap. basically, like if you're cutting insulation from a thick cable or cutting a garden hose in a circular fashion. when you've cut the cap off, you can trim the leafs inside or straighten your cut by pushing the blade against them while you support the cigar with your thumb or even doing a little see-saw motion. it's not idiot proof and it takes a bit of care and practice or you will crack your wrapper, but it's very much doable. if worse comes to worst you'll crack your wrapper near the cut but it's not the end of the world, lick the crack as smooth as you can, smoke the cigar and try again. the sharper your knife is, the better the results and the easier you get it done. and if your knife isn't sharp, you'll have a bad time. I find that this is also a good test for me to know when my knife needs touching up, if it starts giving me grief with cigar cutting.
I have done this. Sometimes it works well, but it has a high failure rate. I made it habit to carry a cheap cigar cutter daily, even when I'm not smoking. It takes up almost no space, and can be replaced for $2 if lost or broken. Whereas the average cigar costs $10-12... it's a no brainer for me.
@@MuleSkinnerWS I hear ya. My point was mainly that it can be done as I've been doing it for years. I really didn't wanna have to keep track of one more thing in my pockets while a knife is on me 99% of the time, so it was easier just to get good at it with that. Also you mention a high failure rate, now that's also subjective - what do you consider a failure and what do you consider a high rate. I've never messed up a cigar so I couldn't smoke it so I haven't had any real failures. About 1 in 10 or 1 in 15 cigars I'll crack the wrapper a bit and although I'm not pleased when it happens, I'm ok with that rate of failure. Bottom line is I'm not advocating for this, it's certainly not a superior way of cigar cutting compared with specialized tools for the job. But it can be done is my point if you're in a pinch or even if you wanna not use anything else, like me. (As a matter of fact, I'm smoking a cigar I've cut with a knife as I'm typing this. :)
Idaho knife works knife 12:50 recognized it as soon as I started the video and saw it there on the table lol great people Mike and Debbie Mann, had them make me one like that but with an elk handle, that knifes special to me on account of all the back and forth communication we had about the specs I wanted and all the conversations we had and the pictures they sent me of him forging it!
Ettiquette, proper safty & handling, usage and collecting of knives is one of the hobbies I encourage for everyone. That said, the last fixed blade you showed with the riveted leather scabbard was awesome, and I can see why you were enamored with it.
While on horseback, and hard to get to a knife, consider carrying a boot knife. I wear my pants legs tucked in. I slide the boot knife sheath to the inside of my boot, and attach it with a suspender clip at the top.
Around the house and property I carry an Old Timer 47 It was called the beast. I go civilized into town I carry an Opinel Number 7. Here about and round the curve I carry a Spyderco Delica clip it, half serrated.
Sharp video. (Sorry, but I couldn’t resist.) I agree that everyone should carry at least a small pocketknife whenever possible. I was hunting pronghorn near Buffalo, Wyoming when my step son shot a nice buck right at the end of legal shooting light. We prepared to dress the buck when he realized he left his kill kit in the truck. When I took my kill kit out my pack and opened it, I dumped the contents on the ground and couldn’t find my knife in the thick sagebrush. Thankfully, I had a freshly sharpened Case Trapper in my pocket and he used it to dress the buck. I was able to find my knife the next day, but this just proved a pocket knife always earns its keep. Again, great video on a great subject.
Dewayne, I cut the caps of my cigars all the time. The key is to only make a small incision all the way along the cap and then peel with your finger tip. I have learned if you still have a vein sticking up, its best to leave it then to cut it. Thanks for the videos!
Though I grew up in urban areas, I learned to carry a knife wherever I'm legally able for over 20 years. Even prior to my military service, I kept a pocket knife handy, added a multi tool while in uniform (Gerber Supertool or equivalent) even though the latter is not always single handed operation. Left pants pocket. Point up. Opens into the seam of my pants so it is less likely to deploy accidentally. That's been my MO for the last 15 years. I'm about to get my son, 11, his first pocket knife. He'll know not to take it to school, museums, etc. Nothing terribly expensive, but it'll come in handy as he gets older and starts working. Thanks for the chat, Dewayne!
I agree. Have one my father gave me as a bday present. Two blade pen knife. One of the sharpest knives I own. Extremely handy as a day to day tool but Ive taken it out of my EDC since my dad's passing. I'd just hate to lose it.
My every day carry is: folding knife with a pocket clip, AAA flashlight, cash, foam earplug hearing protection, bandana, handkerchief for cleaning glasses, sometimes S&W 9MM
Within our strict limits, I never thoughtI'd say this, I would prefer a serrated blade. Because they are reticulary good at cutting rope. A sheep's foot blade profile is a must.
I carry a BUCK 113 on my belt every day. I was surprised by just how useful a small fixed blade can be, and I don't like digging around in my pockets with filthy hands.
Definitely informative Always enjoy your content. Your voice is very calming like a James earl. Jones. Sort of way. I learn something from your videos every time. God bless. Thx
I've tried lots of things. I work in an office. Not outdoors. A Swiss army knife attached to a small flashlight and a cigar punch does everything I need.
I guess I should add that everyday I carry a Victorinox multitool on my belt. When going into wildlands I also carry a Grohmann Canadian belt knife. I live in Texas and when I am out & about I am either in my truck or on foot. So, as you said my needs are different than yours, but the advice you provided is how I selected my “knives”. We agree everyone should always carry some sort of knife. I saw a video where the comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, who lives in New York City was saying what he carried every day and one item he was quite proud of was a Victorinox SAK. 🤷🏻♂️
Hello Dewayne. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this. My name is Daniel, and I am a 17 year old boy from Norway, I always enjouy hearing what you have to say based on your experience, both on practical everyday things, and the deeper philosophical topics, you have helped me alot to get more mindful about life, thank alot!😃 I just have this one question, could you please make a video about what you wear in the winter? Here in Norway it gets quite cold, but I have not figured out yet what is the best way to cloth myself, I suppose it varies alot on the particular lifestyle one has, but I am eager to hear your thoughts on this, based on your experience🙂 Have a wonderful week, God bless you and your family🙏✝️
I carry a folding knife with me at all times. I live in a big city, work in an office and all, the knife is always there, and it is quite useful, I have even cut cake with it at the office last week, yes, someone brought a cake and no one had anything to cut it with...
I grew up in a very rural area. I got my first pocket knife when I was 12 and just always carried a knife. Years later, I ended up in Boston working some very corporate jobs. I carried a keychain knife all the time and kept a decent fold-out buried deep in my bag just in case.
Good video and nice knives.I've always had a thing for knives but as I've gotten older (same as you 57) I prefer locking or fixed blades.Anything that can happen usually does at some point and I don't like the idea of a razor sharp folding knife closing on my fingers.I have plenty of those but they're just keepsakes and for looks.
You need a cas folder in your pocket because they just work better in many situations....2nd, always carry a blade on your left hip, it wont fall off your belt when you hit the head. Joker makes great fixed blades.
I always carry the buck knife 110 in my back pocket and most the time I carry a fixed blade on my hip. Mostly my buck 119 or my Damascus Bull Horn Hunting Knife.
As an Australian I could be arrested for carrying a knife.
Don't take that right for granted Americans. It's special.
That’s terrible! Unfortunately you’ll never get to know freedom where you live. Thankfully the USA is still a Republic.
That is absolutely nuts!
You let it come to that.... you let them take away your freedom, you deserve that.
@@GoodGuysCarry I dont know how you see these things... but if you live in a society you already follow endless ammount of rules every single day. If you think that being able to carry a knife, or a gun, makes you somehow prevail/go over that line from unfree to free....I dont see it that way at all.
@ I’m obviously used to having more liberty than you are. Those freedoms I mentioned are very basic and considered to be fundamental here.
I'm 56 and have carried a knife since I was 8. Every boy in school had one back then. I was privileged to give my first knife, which was my father's cub scout knife, to my grandson as his first knife.
With great beard.. comes great responsibility
This should be pinned to the top, for certain! Gave me an honest chuckle
Well played, sir! 😂
AMEN! 😊
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So glad you didn't want to talk about heavy stuff. I really enjoyed this video about knives for use on horseback and ranching. The comparisons between different types of knives, features, uses, etc. Very entertaining and informative. Thank you, Sir!
I'm with you on the value and utility of a fixed blade. I am a (hobby) knifemaker, so each custom knife gets a custom sheath. I have as much fun making the leatherwork as I do the knives.
And yes, at 72 years old now, the arthritis in my hands can make opening a folding blade a little slow these days.
More videos like this please ! Fun and informative to watch.
Thanks for the wealth of knowledge DeWayne
Dewayne
This is a very informative video. When I was working for an oil company, I was a troubleshooter for 220 miles of gasoline/diesel pipeline. I caried a Swiss army knife. It became a very handy tool for many uses.
My son use to make knives. I have two of his. One is a hunting skinning knife made with 440 stainless steel and coco bolo handles. The other is made with an old primary chain of my Harley that he beat into a bar of steel in his forge, and then made a knife blade also with coco bolo wood handles.
I use to carry it along with the Swiss army knife. I still carry a small version Swiss army knife in my pocket. It is a fairly compact knife with 2 blades, a reamer, a cork screw, a bottle opener with a screw driver end, and a can opener.
I also carried a line mans knife for working on wire and cable as all our pump stations were powered by 2400 volt electric motors. I know, 2400 volt electric motors pumping 1400 pounds of pressure on gasoline! You just don't make any mistakes. I did it for 26 years, and I am 84. I always felt like God was watching over my shoulder as I worked alone most of the time.
I really like that’s Swiss Army knife as a companion.
I always carry a pocket knife, a small flashlight, and a leatherman on my waist as a truck driver. The pocket knife comes in handy with preparing food or any other generic cutting needs. The leatherman I use to cut open trailer seals and replacing air seals on the glad hands. Plus having the serrated blade in that leatherman would allow me to cut my self out of my seatbelt in an emergency. Now the flashlight I mean I work in the dark just as much in the day it’s good to have a good light on you.
What kind of knife and flashlight?
Currently in my pocket is a kershaw mixtape the blade steel isn’t the greatest but it gets the job done. Definitely wouldn’t mind investing in a nicer blade. The flashlight is a stream light micro stream. I like it cause it’s really pocketable, but also has a reverse pocket clip so I can clip it to the brim of my hat, if I need both hands.
Great topic. I have carried a knife since my Grandfather introduced me to them 60 years ago .
EDC reminds me of him . 😊
That Benchmade is a Griptilian for those who may not know. Awesome knife, never thought about how easy it would be to lose one riding horses. Thanks for this video, always wondered what true wranglers/horsemen carried.
Fun subject. I agree with carrying a fixed blade. I always carry an ESEE PR4 in a kydex sheath inside the waist band weak hand side. This keeps my strong hand available for my handgun. I also carry a Kershaw Blackout that is on its second blade, which I have had for twenty-five plus years on the strong side cliped in my pocket.. The Blackout is spring assist, which opens really as quickly as a swichblade. I have always carried some form of knife since I was certified by my Cub Scout Den Mother back in the early seventies. Yes, as a kid I carried all the way up thru high school, it really wasn't a problem back then as long as you weren't stupid with it. Great selection of knives you have. Thanks for sharing.
I'm 15 and every morning I grab my Gerber multi-tool, Schrade old timer, needle nose pliers, and folding clip on knife. I almost never run into something I can't handle with those four tools. Really enjoyed the video Dewayne. Thanks.
Respect from England. I am told by some of my American friends most Englishmen became cowboys in the Wild West❤ 🇺🇸 🏴
Well think bout it man, it was survive or die. And being a cowboy was the way. You know what I'm talking bout.
Most were Black, freed Slaves who knew how to work cattle and horses.
Those who were not came from the east and were American's.
Or the south and were Mexican's.
Maybe the Canadian cowboys were english.
@zebradun7407 I understand
@@christophertorres8265 I understand and agree about survival.
Aren't knives illegal over there? You should definitely move over to the u.s. as much as people complain about this country, at least we have more rights than you do.
Hello from FRANCE. A knife, a flashlight, and a piece of string in your pocket can get you out of many situations, anywhere. I have always carried a flashlight and a knife, small folding in town at work, or fixed on hiking and horseback riding, the laws here forbid the carrying of a knife.... thank you for this video, best regards Phil.
You had me at knives
Great video... love hearing your take on life, knives and everything in between!
Very excited for your Chris Williams interview.
Would love to see another truck video like the few you’ve done in the past. Things you keep in your truck, tools, recovery gear, etc. Love these types of videos!
After the recent video about visiting doctors/ getting when necessary, i hope you got checked up about whats up with that tremor. I noticed in a few videos and even though that might be none of my business i feel like thats my way of being able to give back right now in case you didn't notice. Stay healthy, Dewayne and thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.
This one's timeless
Was hoping to see you do a knife related video so much appreciated! I was always a fan of Bowies myself but it's true they are big and cumbersome and can attract wrong attention. You have a sweet collection so far! Keep warm and comfortable today Dewayne!👍
Thanks for making a great case for fixed blades! My favorite way to carry!
I've never seen a hoof pick in a pocket knife before, that's brilliant. Thanks for uploading this video it was very interesting. Good tips!
I'm working on 450 acres every day of the year, no matter the conditions, I've never left home without my 4.5" fixed blade... the one I carry currently was made specifically for me by my father in law (pays to have a blacksmith in the family) but even before that, I've always carried a 4-5", full tang fixed blade with a belt sheath... single button on the sheath, no aggressive piont, on a fatter blade for prying when necessary... made my own sheath out of scrap saddle leather and it fits exactly where I want it... couldn't agree more with you, a good knife is crucial for everyone, regardless your profession...
This is perfect timing, I am shopping knives as we speak 🤣🤣
Was given my Benchmade 18 years ago in the service as a gift from my Command. I love it. For around the farm it works just as well as a fixed blade but I don't have horses. Getting in and out of the tractor it is perfect. I ordered another similar knife (CRKT Tuna spear point, 3.2" blade) so I can keep one in my work pants and the other in my coveralls.
One reccomendation I would make, if you buy a pocket knife, make sure to buy one that locks. I had a swiss army knife, and because the blade on those don't lock, i was using it and the blade folded and cut my index finger on the knuckle down to the bone. Thankfully, there was no permanent damage, and my finger healed fine, other than the scar it left, but that's why I share this, so you don't have that happen to you.
Swiss army knives are also a good pick, especially for urban life
Mr. Pardue designed some very functional and hand fitting knives.
I think it's been about 28 years now since I first purchased knives designed by him.
Thanks Dewayne very good info, I always carry knives as I am a tradesman and always need to cut something, I don't always need to cut anything in an emergency, just use it when I am working with different materials ect.
Good practical video, Dewayne! I’ve carried a knife since I was a Cub Scout, back when you could carry in school. Now, I usually carry a folding Kershaw and love it. Thank you, sir!
My daily carry is a CRKT 5470 Fossil. It has a pocket clip but is easy to get to and easy one hand open and close. When I am camping and kept in my truck, it is my Muela tactical blade that is with me. Buck folding hunter is just a classic one I have as a backup in my side pocket in my truck. Every man should carry a knife. I use mine everyday and especially for cooking outdoors.
Thanks for the shout out Dewayne! Also, i can make a standard vertical sheath for the Rancher knife if a guy prefers that.
If you would want to reach out to me, I would love to pay you to make a standard vertical sheath for this knife. It’s a great knife, and I love to carry it more often along with my handgun.
I agree. Calf ropers ,team ropers,ranch cowboys ,farmers etc. should always carry a knife. Some women to . Lol great subject. Thanks
A Folding Utility Knife can do wonders. Extremely sharp and reliable. If you're not a fan of sharpening, just switch it out once its dull
A knife is a tool, also a weapon, sometimes when a firearm isn't available!! Great video!!! 👍🙏
Thank you, brother
God bless you
Thank you Sir! You are full of wisdom. Like Buddha and Spartan that had a baby but a Badass American cowboy 🤠 😎 💪🏼🇺🇸🇵🇭
Thanks, I enjoyed this! Topic suggestion: hats! Which hats do you like for what purpose, season, etc and how do you choose a hat?
He may have videos on that topic done. I think I remember seeing some before 👍🏼
@@BootsMacD You are correct. I found 2 videos from 3 years ago. I have been a long-time subscriber but those were even older and still excellent as we have come to expect. Thanks!
In all honesty, I never though about cowboy/horseman knives. However, I am a huge fan of "tactical knives" and "survival knives." In addition, I also have a Leatherman, a Swiss Army Knife, and a Smith & Wesson with a trigger to open the blade.
In addition to carrying them on my person, I also have them hidden in my car, and throughout the house. Yes. I love knives.
you for sure _can_ cut your cigar with a sharp knife - that's all I've ever done for cutting cigars.
first of all, you don't wanna try and make a straight cut across the cigar like you're cutting a sausage. instead hold the blade facing your thumb and rest the cigar between the thumb and the blade so it's perpendicular to the blade. all the while you're holding the cigar with your other hand for support. now make a small cut beneath the cap and then rotate the cigar while making a straight cut around the cap. basically, like if you're cutting insulation from a thick cable or cutting a garden hose in a circular fashion.
when you've cut the cap off, you can trim the leafs inside or straighten your cut by pushing the blade against them while you support the cigar with your thumb or even doing a little see-saw motion. it's not idiot proof and it takes a bit of care and practice or you will crack your wrapper, but it's very much doable. if worse comes to worst you'll crack your wrapper near the cut but it's not the end of the world, lick the crack as smooth as you can, smoke the cigar and try again.
the sharper your knife is, the better the results and the easier you get it done. and if your knife isn't sharp, you'll have a bad time. I find that this is also a good test for me to know when my knife needs touching up, if it starts giving me grief with cigar cutting.
I have done this. Sometimes it works well, but it has a high failure rate. I made it habit to carry a cheap cigar cutter daily, even when I'm not smoking. It takes up almost no space, and can be replaced for $2 if lost or broken. Whereas the average cigar costs $10-12... it's a no brainer for me.
@@MuleSkinnerWS I hear ya. My point was mainly that it can be done as I've been doing it for years. I really didn't wanna have to keep track of one more thing in my pockets while a knife is on me 99% of the time, so it was easier just to get good at it with that. Also you mention a high failure rate, now that's also subjective - what do you consider a failure and what do you consider a high rate. I've never messed up a cigar so I couldn't smoke it so I haven't had any real failures. About 1 in 10 or 1 in 15 cigars I'll crack the wrapper a bit and although I'm not pleased when it happens, I'm ok with that rate of failure.
Bottom line is I'm not advocating for this, it's certainly not a superior way of cigar cutting compared with specialized tools for the job. But it can be done is my point if you're in a pinch or even if you wanna not use anything else, like me. (As a matter of fact, I'm smoking a cigar I've cut with a knife as I'm typing this. :)
Buck 119/120 and ka bar usmc definitely my favourite knives, spyderco delica is a good one handed folder as well
Idaho knife works knife 12:50 recognized it as soon as I started the video and saw it there on the table lol great people Mike and Debbie Mann, had them make me one like that but with an elk handle, that knifes special to me on account of all the back and forth communication we had about the specs I wanted and all the conversations we had and the pictures they sent me of him forging it!
Great video as always! I’d recommend looking into Montana Knife Company or T.Kell knives for a fixed blade designed to be carried every day.
Ettiquette, proper safty & handling, usage and collecting of knives is one of the hobbies I encourage for everyone. That said, the last fixed blade you showed with the riveted leather scabbard was awesome, and I can see why you were enamored with it.
While on horseback, and hard to get to a knife, consider carrying a boot knife. I wear my pants legs tucked in. I slide the boot knife sheath to the inside of my boot, and attach it with a suspender clip at the top.
Great input Sir. I carry both a folder and a fix blade everyday on the ranch.
You are right about this something to work with 😎👍
Thanks for the knife advise; I always carry one and it always comes in handy.
You have excellent taste in working knives. 👍👍
Around the house and property I carry an Old Timer 47 It was called the beast. I go civilized into town I carry an Opinel Number 7. Here about and round the curve I carry a Spyderco Delica clip it, half serrated.
Another very interesting video Thank you and God bless you and your family 😊😊😊😊
Oh I have a farriers trapper! Very cool!!! Great video Cowboy! Thank you for sharing this!
Thx Dwayne...always carry sharp tools to complement "hand tools"...
Sharp video. (Sorry, but I couldn’t resist.) I agree that everyone should carry at least a small pocketknife whenever possible. I was hunting pronghorn near Buffalo, Wyoming when my step son shot a nice buck right at the end of legal shooting light. We prepared to dress the buck when he realized he left his kill kit in the truck. When I took my kill kit out my pack and opened it, I dumped the contents on the ground and couldn’t find my knife in the thick sagebrush. Thankfully, I had a freshly sharpened Case Trapper in my pocket and he used it to dress the buck. I was able to find my knife the next day, but this just proved a pocket knife always earns its keep. Again, great video on a great subject.
Dewayne, I cut the caps of my cigars all the time. The key is to only make a small incision all the way along the cap and then peel with your finger tip. I have learned if you still have a vein sticking up, its best to leave it then to cut it. Thanks for the videos!
what holster do you use for the 1911? looked nice and close to the body.
I, too, am curious about that holster
I'm a big fan of the Sharpfinger and Deerslayer by Old Timer for the pummel
Though I grew up in urban areas, I learned to carry a knife wherever I'm legally able for over 20 years. Even prior to my military service, I kept a pocket knife handy, added a multi tool while in uniform (Gerber Supertool or equivalent) even though the latter is not always single handed operation.
Left pants pocket. Point up. Opens into the seam of my pants so it is less likely to deploy accidentally. That's been my MO for the last 15 years.
I'm about to get my son, 11, his first pocket knife. He'll know not to take it to school, museums, etc. Nothing terribly expensive, but it'll come in handy as he gets older and starts working.
Thanks for the chat, Dewayne!
I daily carry a buck 110, its nice that it has a decent blade but doesn't draw a lot of attention in town since its a folding knife.
I've long wanted to hear you talk about knives
Thank you, Dwayne👍👍👍
Prayers Brother, I know,
60 yrs. young myself.
Always had pocket knife when I was eight being farm kid then started carrying small fixed blade it was just the way it was back 40years ago .
So true. Good video ❤
Video is as interesting as always Dewayne. Best Wishes for you all from Ireland
Thanks you for this video! I really like all of your video. You are very wise.
My favorite is vintage old timer not the new china junk
That benchmade is the full size griptillian model. I carry a mini griptillian with a tanto serrated blade. Great farm knife.
I think the best knife was the schrade old timer knife is a great knife
I agree. Have one my father gave me as a bday present. Two blade pen knife. One of the sharpest knives I own. Extremely handy as a day to day tool but Ive taken it out of my EDC since my dad's passing. I'd just hate to lose it.
That was cool.
Wondering if you could share your 1911 with us in a next video.
Well presented as always, the collection and the knife tutorial, thumbs up
My every day carry is: folding knife with a pocket clip, AAA flashlight, cash, foam earplug hearing protection, bandana, handkerchief for cleaning glasses, sometimes S&W 9MM
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🎉 i appreciate ur work
Great video love my knives
👍 Really good advice on how to select a knife. Thank you!
Within our strict limits, I never thoughtI'd say this, I would prefer a serrated blade. Because they are reticulary good at cutting rope. A sheep's foot blade profile is a must.
Awesome 🤩 video
I carry a BUCK 113 on my belt every day. I was surprised by just how useful a small fixed blade can be, and I don't like digging around in my pockets with filthy hands.
Thanks! I use minigriptillian as my edc
Definitely informative
Always enjoy your content. Your voice is very calming like a James earl. Jones. Sort of way. I learn something from your videos every time. God bless. Thx
I've tried lots of things. I work in an office. Not outdoors. A Swiss army knife attached to a small flashlight and a cigar punch does everything I need.
I'd love to hear about chaps .
The history and purpose .
Good job Dewayne.
I guess I should add that everyday I carry a Victorinox multitool on my belt. When going into wildlands I also carry a Grohmann Canadian belt knife. I live in Texas and when I am out & about I am either in my truck or on foot. So, as you said my needs are different than yours, but the advice you provided is how I selected my “knives”. We agree everyone should always carry some sort of knife. I saw a video where the comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, who lives in New York City was saying what he carried every day and one item he was quite proud of was a Victorinox SAK. 🤷🏻♂️
You can now get the thumb studs for the 110 buck might help and they also make a new version of 110 with a pocket clip
With fixed blades the sheath makes the knife. It won’t matter how nice the knife is if it’s hard to get to, uncomfortable, or in the way.
Clicked this video as I'm sharpening my EDC... nice!
Hello Dewayne. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this. My name is Daniel, and I am a 17 year old boy from Norway, I always enjouy hearing what you have to say based on your experience, both on practical everyday things, and the deeper philosophical topics, you have helped me alot to get more mindful about life, thank alot!😃
I just have this one question, could you please make a video about what you wear in the winter? Here in Norway it gets quite cold, but I have not figured out yet what is the best way to cloth myself, I suppose it varies alot on the particular lifestyle one has, but I am eager to hear your thoughts on this, based on your experience🙂
Have a wonderful week, God bless you and your family🙏✝️
Thanks Wayne 🤝
I carry a folding knife with me at all times. I live in a big city, work in an office and all, the knife is always there, and it is quite useful, I have even cut cake with it at the office last week, yes, someone brought a cake and no one had anything to cut it with...
I grew up in a very rural area. I got my first pocket knife when I was 12 and just always carried a knife. Years later, I ended up in Boston working some very corporate jobs. I carried a keychain knife all the time and kept a decent fold-out buried deep in my bag just in case.
awesome 30 plus years carried a Buck knife .. 4: fixed with a belly
Good looking knives
Good video and nice knives.I've always had a thing for knives but as I've gotten older (same as you 57) I prefer locking or fixed blades.Anything that can happen usually does at some point and I don't like the idea of a razor sharp folding knife closing on my fingers.I have plenty of those but they're just keepsakes and for looks.
Great video Dewayne,how are your Tony Lama boots holding up,thanks have a blessed evening
You need a cas folder in your pocket because they just work better in many situations....2nd, always carry a blade on your left hip, it wont fall off your belt when you hit the head. Joker makes great fixed blades.
I always carry the buck knife 110 in my back pocket and most the time I carry a fixed blade on my hip. Mostly my buck 119 or my Damascus Bull Horn Hunting Knife.
Buck 110 for me. One handed open is usually easy- usually. 3 blader for my pipe.
Great video! Case knives are made in my hometown, Bradford, PA!