They’re good quality, unfortunately modern Puma needs to get with the times. That old German steel is budget steel by today’s standards. They’re still nice collector knives.
I am from South Africa and bought all my Puma knives brand new. I have a 1967 6” Bowie, a White Hunter 1984, a Outdoor 1990 and a little back lock Kadet 1988. Thanks for your video. Look forward to the next.
As I recall now the Puma brand is now under the Frost brand umbrella. I only hope they don’t fall victim to the same fate as other brands have once Frost acquires them and tries to cheapen them into the kind of crap that shows up on their Cutlery Corner shows.
I agree. That would be a bummer. The best Puma quality is around 1985’ on back. The quality on this knife is awesome, but I probably wouldn’t have bought it new at full price. Thanks for sharing
I think they have been making knives since 1769. I own several of them. All of mine are folding knives and they are older, newest is 1984 and the oldest is 1968. All but one is stainless and I love them. The ones to buy, if you like stainless like I do, this is what is on the blade, new stainless super keen cutting steel. I've been carrying a 1978 puma duke since 1992. I'm a hunter and in my opinion, Puma is the best. The reason that I love the stainless it will hold a edge and when it finally gets dull, I can have them shaving hair off of my arm in about 10 minutes using my Lansky diamond sharpener. My 68 is a Plainsman, same knife as the gamewarden. Also I have 2 gamewardens, deer hunter and other older pumas. You have nice ones too.
Thanks for sharing. Appreciate the info on that stainless 👍 I will keep an eye out . After little research on this little drop point. Apparently the Blade is manufactured in Solingen plant the handles are assembled in China! This model sells new for $100 w/o tax. I’ll carry this one hunting this year. You’re right about good stainless. Using Diamond sharpener is the ticket to maintain them. They do hold good edge
@@CuttingEdgetools You're welcome Sir. Your 2 game wardens that you showed are stainless, which I am sure that you already know that. I just love the Pumas, especially the older ones. I have some cases and have had Bucks and many different brands but I got rid of them except a few Cases. Like I said in my opinion, Puma Knives are the best, that's why I love them.
i bought my wife a mule deer hunter brand new in 2015. i think i think i gave $110-120 for it. she had small hands, and this knife fit her hands perfect. she loved it. it became her EDC knife and always took it with her when we were hiking and camping. great little knife.
Great looking blade. I like the simple knives. I’m not buying into the whole super steel nonsense. A 500 dollar knife for a 5 cent task seems excessive.
The SGB line is Pumas economy line that uses non-hardness tested blades that are shipped to China and assembled there.(I actually think they are seconds)%. .not the same quality as actual Puma branded German made and assembled line....you could get the same knife today for about $70 on sale...
I worked for a guy years ago that had a puma folding hunter and that knife was mistreated. I couldn’t believe anyone would pay that much for a folder and totally ruin it. You can tell the quality with a puma. The old German knives were some of the best.
I was in a bar when a policeman asked to see my knife that I was carrying in a sheath and measured the length of the blade and said it was three quarters of an inch too long. I that I was going to get arrested but was told to go put it in my car. I replied that I walked there and asked him if I could just give it to the bartender until I was ready to leave and he said alright. When he left I asked the bartender to give it back to me. I decided to sell that Emperor before I get in trouble with it
That sgb line mule deer hunter were made in the 2000s the year is on the blade next to the rc letter 15 or 18 is 2018 sorry to burst your bubble but sgb is german blade assembled in China I have a few of them they are great knives also love seki knives cool vid
Thanks for sharing. I posted the day after I shared this knife-that I researched it further and yes indeed. About a 10 year old knife. It’s a Nice one.
I have a few Puma knives. My dad brought me my first on a trip he made to Germany in 1984. I never used it, mostly because he passed in 1986. It’s a beautiful folding knife. I have a few of their hunting knives that I have picked up here and there. I still want to get a Hunter’s Pal.
Thanks for sharing. Hunters pal is a highly regarded Puma model. I have an old Puma Stag -jag Nicker’ . Lotta folks like the smaller compact Puma hunters. Hope you find a Pal in your search!
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My dad gave me a puma white hunter knife that he found in a old car he bought before o was born. Now I've got a few more puma made in Germany knives. The sgb brand is pretty cheap compared to the ones that are made in Germany. Ur bowie knife was madr in 2009. Says the yr on them.
I bought a Puma Emperor. Stag handle and 4 and a quarter inch blade. I had it for years and finally sold it for more than I paid for it but wish I still had it cause it's worth a lot more money now
I have one of the bowies. Honestly I don't understand why they made the grip wider than it is high. For me the ergonomics are terrible; wish it was more like the mule deer hunter. It was a gift from a dear friend before he passed. Its a beautiful knife to look at and has great sentimental value, but I just can't get past the way it feels in the hand.
The stag on those Puma Bowies were all different because of the individual variations of each piece. Some could be more blocky than others maybe? The Stag scales on mine are a little thick, but not too bad. Not noticeable to me. It would be interesting back in the day to compare a dozen out of the box and choose the one you like. I’m 6’2” with medium hands. . But for sure the uniformity of Cut Bone scales have that going for them. Thanks for watching and sharing
That is why I love the hunt for knives, you never know if that Randall or other great knife may be in that next shop for 40 bucks. Nice find brother! I make knives myself, and have made several with that White Hunter blade profile, it's a great mash up of some really awesome blade configurations
@@MarthaTorres-gu7vd I have never understood the Randall’ value thing, but I suspect it has to do with The Military Connection with His Early Knives. Hard core military knife collectors out there.
Yes sir. Puma’ Werk’ very old cutlery. I remember seeing the White Hunters’ in early-mid 1970’s -they were pricey at the time compared to Buck’s,Case and other Quality F-Blades so most folks didn’t buy them! Puma knives are not abundant in the States. Not sure if they were imported before WW-2. Kinda doubt it. They made German military knives for WW-1 & WW-2. Old friend’s Dad was WW-2 and brought home a captured WW-2 Puma fighting knife. It was cool. Saw one sell on eBay for $600 recently
It was a decent Deal. I will be carrying this pup!!! I researched the knife. Not as old as I thought. They sell new for $100 w/o tax. I had to clean up the edge which I would have done anyway so it performs well. I really like the size and the Bone scales. It is a stout little blade too. Thanks for sharing
Just to let you know I like your channel but when I make comments on stuff and I don't get any feedback it's a deal breaker for me as far as subscribing I'm subscribed now but if I take the time to watch your vid and make a comment and all I get is a ❤️ no offense but I think it's time to go just so ya know once again I like your channel but without feedback what is the point, I left a lengthy comment on your Puma's and got a ❤️ I spose I'm grateful anyhoo you take care
I just now saw this. Can’t find your initial first comment on the Puma’s? But I appreciate every comment and feedback from you and all that watch. Tuff to respond back on everything, but I try and acknowledge everyone with thanks and appreciation on each episode. Take care! And best! Dwayne
@@CuttingEdgetools I erased the comments I made on my collection of puma's I have a few of them but when you just gave me a ❤️ I figured I was wasting my time trying to reach you, appreciate the response back means a lot to me that shows me your not blowing me off , I know having a channel can be a pain answering everyone's comments but I really appreciate you answering back you have a great day and I'll keep watching you 🇺🇲😎🙏
My man is right PUMA KNIVES are really, really nice... I love them... Wished I had one just like this.. After time, the love of all old knives, and alot of soul searching... 😮 I've come to the constitution.. I've brought myself back to reality... ESSE KNIVES ARE NOW MY FAVORITE U. S. A MADE EVER... you just can't beat them... IZULA, IZULA2, ESSE 3,ESSE 5 MY GO TO FOR ANYTHING... BEST EVER EVER EVER FOR NEVER ENDING TOUGHNESS, HARDCORE USE...
I too used to be a huge collector... I've got around 100 knives, all American and German, japsn, ect and all or most dated 1985-1875.. Now I am just obsessed with hard core knives and that are not collectors, but users.. Hot to say... Esse, for the price are the greatest ever produced.. Thee only 4 knives a person will ever need... And all 4 are ESSE...OTHER THAN MY CASE EXCHANGER,, MY BUCK 110, and a COUPLE victorinox... Ilmfao 😮😅😊
@@davidstalter6006 Thanks for sharing David. I have never handled a Esse’. They bring high praise from folks. I have always had my hard core tried and true field tools. Old Schrade’ sharp finger. Old Buck 102 & 119’s. A Western folding Hunter 062 and few others I actually have about 30 knives I rotate through depending on what I am doing out in the field. That includes a few Machete’s and couple knives I have crafted. I love old vintage stuff but only pick up when it’s a bargain.
Old school puma knives are the best…
They’re good quality, unfortunately modern Puma needs to get with the times. That old German steel is budget steel by today’s standards. They’re still nice collector knives.
The real question here is why wouldn’t you love Puma knives. They are time tested and solid as a rock!
Yes sir-you got the title for this one right Brother !
Those old Puma Knives is an easy knife to sale . Awesome knives for sure
I am from South Africa and bought all my Puma knives brand new. I have a 1967 6” Bowie, a White Hunter 1984, a Outdoor 1990 and a little back lock Kadet 1988. Thanks for your video. Look forward to the next.
Cool. You have some great Puma’s. Thanks for watching
As I recall now the Puma brand is now under the Frost brand umbrella. I only hope they don’t fall victim to the same fate as other brands have once Frost acquires them and tries to cheapen them into the kind of crap that shows up on their Cutlery Corner shows.
I agree. That would be a bummer. The best Puma quality is around 1985’ on back. The quality on this knife is awesome, but I probably wouldn’t have bought it new at full price. Thanks for sharing
I think they have been making knives since 1769. I own several of them. All of mine are folding knives and they are older, newest is 1984 and the oldest is 1968. All but one is stainless and I love them. The ones to buy, if you like stainless like I do, this is what is on the blade, new stainless super keen cutting steel. I've been carrying a 1978 puma duke since 1992. I'm a hunter and in my opinion, Puma is the best. The reason that I love the stainless it will hold a edge and when it finally gets dull, I can have them shaving hair off of my arm in about 10 minutes using my Lansky diamond sharpener. My 68 is a Plainsman, same knife as the gamewarden. Also I have 2 gamewardens, deer hunter and other older pumas. You have nice ones too.
Thanks for sharing. Appreciate the info on that stainless 👍 I will keep an eye out . After little research on this little drop point. Apparently the Blade is manufactured in Solingen plant the handles are assembled in China! This model sells new for $100 w/o tax. I’ll carry this one hunting this year. You’re right about good stainless. Using Diamond sharpener is the ticket to maintain them. They do hold good edge
@@CuttingEdgetools You're welcome Sir. Your 2 game wardens that you showed are stainless, which I am sure that you already know that. I just love the Pumas, especially the older ones. I have some cases and have had Bucks and many different brands but I got rid of them except a few Cases. Like I said in my opinion, Puma Knives are the best, that's why I love them.
@@TimBrooks-rs8te thanks Tim. Keep em sharp! Dwayne
i bought my wife a mule deer hunter brand new in 2015. i think i think i gave $110-120 for it. she had small hands, and this knife fit her hands perfect. she loved it. it became her EDC knife and always took it with her when we were hiking and camping. great little knife.
Thanks for sharing. Mule Deer Puma truly a great all around fixed blade.
Nice ! I love Puma knives too. 👌🏻
Puma Knives are Old School Cool! :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Great looking blade. I like the simple knives. I’m not buying into the whole super steel nonsense. A 500 dollar knife for a 5 cent task seems excessive.
The SGB line is Pumas economy line that uses non-hardness tested blades that are shipped to China and assembled there.(I actually think they are seconds)%. .not the same quality as actual Puma branded German made and assembled line....you could get the same knife today for about $70 on sale...
I bought 3 puma knives when I was in Germany in 89, all still like new.
I worked for a guy years ago that had a puma folding hunter and that knife was mistreated. I couldn’t believe anyone would pay that much for a folder and totally ruin it. You can tell the quality with a puma. The old German knives were some of the best.
Happy early birthday brother Terry. May god bless you and watch over you sir!!!!
Great Acquisition. I too like using ballastall for my RAG. In a can, and on pretty much everything. Great video
I think I found out about Balistol’ from Tool Scouter! Thanks bro. Appreciated chiming in
I was in a bar when a policeman asked to see my knife that I was carrying in a sheath and measured the length of the blade and said it was three quarters of an inch too long. I that I was going to get arrested but was told to go put it in my car. I replied that I walked there and asked him if I could just give it to the bartender until I was ready to leave and he said alright. When he left I asked the bartender to give it back to me. I decided to sell that Emperor before I get in trouble with it
The best knife I ever owned was a Puma. 😢it sharpened up easy and sharp as a razor My boy has it now.
I also had a single blade Game Warden I sold for more than I paid for and then bought the Emperor
I have a very old Puma White Hunter a fantastic knife!
Looks to me you got a good deal AND it was available right there and then. Wow.
That sgb line mule deer hunter were made in the 2000s the year is on the blade next to the rc letter 15 or 18 is 2018 sorry to burst your bubble but sgb is german blade assembled in China I have a few of them they are great knives also love seki knives cool vid
There you go, and thats the way it is 🙈
Thanks for sharing. I posted the day after I shared this knife-that I researched it further and yes indeed. About a 10 year old knife. It’s a Nice one.
My Puma is the SGB Coyote. Looks exactly like the one you have. White bone, blade and all, the blade says 6540040T. Its my edc in its leather sheath.
Thanks for watching and sharing. Puma💪
I have a few Puma knives. My dad brought me my first on a trip he made to Germany in 1984. I never used it, mostly because he passed in 1986. It’s a beautiful folding knife. I have a few of their hunting knives that I have picked up here and there. I still want to get a Hunter’s Pal.
Thanks for sharing. Hunters pal is a highly regarded Puma model. I have an old Puma Stag -jag Nicker’ . Lotta folks like the smaller compact Puma hunters. Hope you find a Pal in your search!
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Axé!
My dad gave me a puma white hunter knife that he found in a old car he bought before o was born. Now I've got a few more puma made in Germany knives. The sgb brand is pretty cheap compared to the ones that are made in Germany. Ur bowie knife was madr in 2009. Says the yr on them.
Thanks for sharing. The Early ones are best. The sgb’ series are sorta hit or miss . This one is really sweet
I bought a Puma Emperor. Stag handle and 4 and a quarter inch blade. I had it for years and finally sold it for more than I paid for it but wish I still had it cause it's worth a lot more money now
Thanks for sharing. I’ll have to look up the Emperor model. Best!
I have one of the bowies. Honestly I don't understand why they made the grip wider than it is high. For me the ergonomics are terrible; wish it was more like the mule deer hunter. It was a gift from a dear friend before he passed. Its a beautiful knife to look at and has great sentimental value, but I just can't get past the way it feels in the hand.
The stag on those Puma Bowies were all different because of the individual variations of each piece. Some could be more blocky than others maybe? The Stag scales on mine are a little thick, but not too bad. Not noticeable to me. It would be interesting back in the day to compare a dozen out of the box and choose the one you like. I’m 6’2” with medium hands. . But for sure the uniformity of Cut Bone scales have that going for them. Thanks for watching and sharing
That is why I love the hunt for knives, you never know if that Randall or other great knife may be in that next shop for 40 bucks. Nice find brother! I make knives myself, and have made several with that White Hunter blade profile, it's a great mash up of some really awesome blade configurations
Thanks for sharing Reggie. Boy to stumble on a Randall in a thrift store. I bet those knives you crafted are special
I haven't saw one randal knife I'd pay 200 for let alone 800. There just not my style. But that puma he's holding is nice.
@@MarthaTorres-gu7vd I have never understood the Randall’ value thing, but I suspect it has to do with The Military Connection with His Early Knives. Hard core military knife collectors out there.
I got a 1968 puma skinner still in the box with the temper sticker still on the blade never been used also got some of the sgb line for deer hunting😊
Thanks for sharing. I am gonna carry this Mule deer Hunter-Hunting this year.
I’m jealous!!
Had a PUMA folder back in the 70s , lost it and was never able to replace it .. yes they are fine knives !
Very nice knives!
Excelente faca!
Dig the Timber Jack donkey
Have owned several of the skidders
Got set from 1969 in perfect condition but my Dad engraved them but still awesome craftsmanship, The Pal is my favorite
You have a really nice collection there. I have two Pumas, the White Hunter and the Buffalo Hunter.
I’ve never owned one, but they look like good knives. Thanks for showing yours. Have a great weekend brother. God bless.
New Puma knife from their website is about $99.
Good deal.
New brand to me. Those are some excellent looking knives. Thanks for bringing them to my attention.
Yes sir. Puma’ Werk’ very old cutlery. I remember seeing the White Hunters’ in early-mid 1970’s -they were pricey at the time compared to Buck’s,Case and other Quality F-Blades so most folks didn’t buy them! Puma knives are not abundant in the States. Not sure if they were imported before WW-2. Kinda doubt it. They made German military knives for WW-1 & WW-2. Old friend’s Dad was WW-2 and brought home a captured WW-2 Puma fighting knife. It was cool. Saw one sell on eBay for $600 recently
Love them up in the Great White North 🇨🇦👍✌🏻🤙🙏🏼😊
A really sweet deal!
It was a decent Deal. I will be carrying this pup!!! I researched the knife. Not as old as I thought. They sell new for $100 w/o tax. I had to clean up the edge which I would have done anyway so it performs well. I really like the size and the Bone scales. It is a stout little blade too. Thanks for sharing
Just to let you know I like your channel but when I make comments on stuff and I don't get any feedback it's a deal breaker for me as far as subscribing I'm subscribed now but if I take the time to watch your vid and make a comment and all I get is a ❤️ no offense but I think it's time to go just so ya know once again I like your channel but without feedback what is the point, I left a lengthy comment on your Puma's and got a ❤️ I spose I'm grateful anyhoo you take care
I just now saw this. Can’t find your initial first comment on the Puma’s? But I appreciate every comment and feedback from you and all that watch. Tuff to respond back on everything, but I try and acknowledge everyone with thanks and appreciation on each episode. Take care! And best! Dwayne
@@CuttingEdgetools I erased the comments I made on my collection of puma's I have a few of them but when you just gave me a ❤️ I figured I was wasting my time trying to reach you, appreciate the response back means a lot to me that shows me your not blowing me off , I know having a channel can be a pain answering everyone's comments but I really appreciate you answering back you have a great day and I'll keep watching you 🇺🇲😎🙏
My friend is a custom knife maker and made me a knife that looks almost like that one🙌 he also make a knife sheath to match! Beautiful knife👏👊
That’s a good friend 👍thanks for sharing
BEAUTIFUL KNIFE.
Looks good
Thanks brother. Stay cool
Beautiful collection! I truly loved hearing about these knives. I have one of their small inexpensive folders and it’s still a great knife.
My man is right PUMA KNIVES are really, really nice... I love them... Wished I had one just like this.. After time, the love of all old knives, and alot of soul searching... 😮 I've come to the constitution.. I've brought myself back to reality... ESSE KNIVES ARE NOW MY FAVORITE U. S. A
MADE EVER... you just can't beat them... IZULA, IZULA2, ESSE 3,ESSE 5 MY GO TO FOR ANYTHING... BEST EVER EVER EVER FOR NEVER ENDING TOUGHNESS, HARDCORE USE...
Yes I sad "THE CONSTITUTION"... WE THE PEOPLE ❤️✌️🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸♥️
I too used to be a huge collector... I've got around 100 knives, all American and German, japsn, ect and all or most dated 1985-1875.. Now I am just obsessed with hard core knives and that are not collectors, but users.. Hot to say... Esse, for the price are the greatest ever produced.. Thee only 4 knives a person will ever need... And all 4 are ESSE...OTHER THAN MY CASE EXCHANGER,, MY BUCK 110, and a COUPLE victorinox... Ilmfao 😮😅😊
@@davidstalter6006 Thanks for sharing David. I have never handled a Esse’. They bring high praise from folks. I have always had my hard core tried and true field tools. Old Schrade’ sharp finger. Old Buck 102 & 119’s. A Western folding Hunter 062 and few others I actually have about 30 knives I rotate through depending on what I am doing out in the field. That includes a few Machete’s and couple knives I have crafted. I love old vintage stuff but only pick up when it’s a bargain.