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I own of the master Bushmans and I really love the knife I own a few of William's knives. The Master Bushman is one of my favorites and it is one of my favorite E.D.C knives I also carry the blackbird or the WCSK as an E.D.C knife. Great video I am a big fan of yours and William's videos keep up the great work.
I just started to the vanlife and this knife is perfect for me. I need this knife. Well, I should say that my start to vanlife had been delayed because on the second day (I just finished converting the van to an RV) I was rear ended hard by a big truck. Now it's going to be another 3 months until repairs are finished. I hope I can find one of these to buy while I'm waiting. Thanks for the video
I totally agree! William doesn't make a knife that isn't well thought out with each detail having intent. Thank you so much for tuning in and commenting!
I received my master bushman in early November and i love it. Sharpening is not a problem. The angle of the grind is the same the entire length, you just have to make sure you match your stone or steel or ceramic rod to the angle of the grind It came scary sharp. WC has some videos on sharpening his knives. Check them out.
Over all, I really like this design. I guess I am an old man who likes old man things, but I would like this more in a traditional handle. Thanks for the review!
William's handles are second to none!!! That is a sweet knife. Great review on it. I was wanting a Jr woodsman, but now after really looking at this one it's a toss up.
I have both the Master Bushman and the Jr. Woodsman. My advice is to go with the Master Bushman if you are primarily into Bushcraft, go with the Jr Woodsman if you are more into hunting and skinning. Search for my video Episode 3 Knives for the Trapline to see the Jr Woodsman doing some skinning.
Fabulous knife review Matt! You knowledge is top shelf, and I really appreciated how you walked us through how the knife functions with all of those tasks. I was especially impressed and learned a lot as you talked about the different ways to utilize the knife handle. I've seen other reviewers just talk about the specs or abuse a knife, but you differentiate yourself by showing your knowledge on what a knife is meant for. Great job!
Not a fan of 'busy' blades but you showed a lot of good points on this design I do especially like the idea of the handle.. Would like to check one out..
I totally understand how you feel on that as I wasn't too keen on the idea but once I got the opportunity to work with this style of knife, I really came to appreciate the design and no doubt it is well design and masterfully executed. I am just glad that I am not limited to only one style of knife because I love my traditional blades but I really enjoy using these as well. Thanks for tuning in Chuck!
Great vid! Love WC knives. I own 2 so far. I will buying more. Question.,ceramic rod your using,what brand and where do you get one? Keep up the great work!
a totally innovative design congratulations revolutionary I would say I like it goes out of the traditional schemes that sometimes border on the boring definitely a good idea.
I'm a big fan as well! But as far as my knowledge goes the dual grind was done first by Morakniv at the Mora 2000. But William added also the faboulous tooth....as know from a Trakker knife....awesome Design he did!
I totally understand William! That is not uncommon :) I just wish that I could hand it to you and let you handle it to really see it in detail. I really appreciate you tuning in with an open mind. Take care and be safe!
Wonderful review. I see you have the EDC and Jr. Woodsman as well. I have the EDC and want to get one of the other two next. Do you prefer one of those two over the other? Thanks for the content.
That's a really tough call! If you want a thicker "heftier" knife the Master Bushman would be the one. I have to say the Jr. Woodsman is one of my favorite WC Designs and I have used it much more. If you want more of a finesse knife for fine carving, notching, etc, the Jr would probably be my choice as the 1/8" thickness makes it feel a little more nimble to me. Both of them can do that stuff well, I have always liked that slimmer profile of the Jr though. I hope that helps and I know whichever you choose, you will have a great knife! Take care.
With a ceramic rod, it really isn't bad at all. I showed that late in the video just in case. I appreciate you tuning in and sharing your thoughts John!
My first thought was "It looks like a mini blackbird!" The now varying grinds trend is going to cost me money at some point.... I was just considering a Kukri or some Boreal machete, and now stuff that's closer to my outdoors habits...
I haven’t bought a WC knife ever since he started doing the ugly bill boarding. Really wish he’d go back to stamping his knives. Ended up going to Carothers for all of my AEB-L needs. Not a fan of the nitro V. Not as good as AEB-L. William is a fantastic knife maker. Unfortunately mass production has ruined his products for me. Good review.
Fair enough. I agree as well that everyone has their own tastes and needs when it comes to a knife. Different strokes for different folks is a good thing. I do appreciate you tuning in and commenting. Take care.
5/32? 5/32 is not very thin in the knife world. To each his own and I am not sure what your qualifications are for a knife but for me personally, anything thicker than 5/32 is too thick to be useful for most fine knife skills. If you watched this all the way, you can see what type of stuff I use a knife for. You may have a total different use. I guess that is the beauty of having countless designs out there, something for everyone.
@@blackhatbushcraft to thin you have to use it. CRAP. !!! or use a medford. ,buck knife. something other then your butter knife. even kepharts knife was thicker than that.
@@greedygringoprospecting6941 Bro I hate to tell you but you are totally wrong here. You need to check your measurements. 5/32 is WAY thicker than any of those knives. Horace Kephart's knife was approximately 1/8" thick and tapered. Just do a google search on how thick was Horace Kephart's knife? Then do a search on what is thicker "5/32 or 1/8"." I think you will better understand at that point. I also looked up the BK24, yeah that knife is 0.151 thickness VS. this knife which is 0.15625. Even if the knife was too thin for your preference, that doesn't make it crap. Best to keep those labels for stuff you have handled or tested yourself.
THANK YOU for your time and interest! Please check the LINKS posted in this video description box. Also, if you haven't yet, PLEASE SUBSCRIBE and ring the BELL BUTTON to stay informed of all my upcoming videos! I greatly APPRECIATE your time, interest and support!
I own of the master Bushmans and I really love the knife I own a few of William's knives. The Master Bushman is one of my favorites and it is one of my favorite E.D.C knives I also carry the blackbird or the WCSK as an E.D.C knife. Great video I am a big fan of yours and William's videos keep up the great work.
Appreciate you sharing your thoughts on the Master Bushman. Well done!
Thank you sir! I appreciate your amazing work as well!
I just started to the vanlife and this knife is perfect for me. I need this knife. Well, I should say that my start to vanlife had been delayed because on the second day (I just finished converting the van to an RV) I was rear ended hard by a big truck. Now it's going to be another 3 months until repairs are finished. I hope I can find one of these to buy while I'm waiting.
Thanks for the video
I’m a huge fan of my WC Knives and the Master Bushman is no exception. Great review
GREAT KNIFE, UNIQUE SHAPE OF THE BLADE.
Excellent review, sir. William Collins makes fine knives.
I love my Master Bushman. It's a unique design that really, really works! Great blade and great review!
I totally agree! William doesn't make a knife that isn't well thought out with each detail having intent. Thank you so much for tuning in and commenting!
When I first saw it I was like I don't know about that but after seeing it in use it makes sense great video
I received my master bushman in early November and i love it. Sharpening is not a problem. The angle of the grind is the same the entire length, you just have to make sure you match your stone or steel or ceramic rod to the angle of the grind It came scary sharp. WC has some videos on sharpening his knives. Check them out.
It really isn't bad at all with these WC's. I agree with you 100%. I am glad you are enjoying yours! Thank you for tuning in Daren.
Very cool/interesting design! Thanks for sharing Matt.
Absolutely! Thank you so much for tuning in and commenting!
Excellent review! Thankee!
Very nice video. Good work Mercer!!
Most appreciated my friend!
Over all, I really like this design. I guess I am an old man who likes old man things, but I would like this more in a traditional handle. Thanks for the review!
Thank you for tuning in and sharing your thoughts Terry!
William's handles are second to none!!! That is a sweet knife. Great review on it. I was wanting a Jr woodsman, but now after really looking at this one it's a toss up.
His handles are amazing. The Jr. Woodsman is one of my favorites. Either way,, you will own a great knife :) Thank you for watching Michael!
I have both the Master Bushman and the Jr. Woodsman. My advice is to go with the Master Bushman if you are primarily into Bushcraft, go with the Jr Woodsman if you are more into hunting and skinning. Search for my video Episode 3 Knives for the Trapline to see the Jr Woodsman doing some skinning.
Great video matt
Thank you so much Hiram! Most appreciated my friend!
Fabulous knife review Matt! You knowledge is top shelf, and I really appreciated how you walked us through how the knife functions with all of those tasks. I was especially impressed and learned a lot as you talked about the different ways to utilize the knife handle. I've seen other reviewers just talk about the specs or abuse a knife, but you differentiate yourself by showing your knowledge on what a knife is meant for. Great job!
Thank you so much Jon! I appreciate you tuning in and I truly appreciate your kind words my friend! Take care and be safe!
Thats a pretty nice blade if I need a one I know which one to look for at least
Thank you so much for tuning in George! I appreciate your time and interest.
Not a fan of 'busy' blades but you showed a lot of good points on this design I do especially like the idea of the handle.. Would like to check one out..
I totally understand how you feel on that as I wasn't too keen on the idea but once I got the opportunity to work with this style of knife, I really came to appreciate the design and no doubt it is well design and masterfully executed. I am just glad that I am not limited to only one style of knife because I love my traditional blades but I really enjoy using these as well. Thanks for tuning in Chuck!
Great Review as always! Great dudes @ Ridge Runner Blades
Glad to hear the my friend! They don't mess around when it is time to fill an order! Thank you so much for your time, interest and kind words!
Mayhem Monday!! Keep up the awesome work!!
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Great video. Great review. God bless. From Glenn CATT in Massachusetts.
Thank you so much for your kind words Glenn! Most appreciated brother.
@@blackhatbushcraft your welcome. That's one ugly knife. But it looks like it works pretty good. God bless. From Glenn CATT in Massachusetts.
Great vid! Love WC knives. I own 2 so far. I will buying more. Question.,ceramic rod your using,what brand and where do you get one? Keep up the great work!
That is actually a very sexy knife. Thanks for sharing. Love and blessings!
Thank you so much! I appreciate your kind words. Blessings to you and yours friend!
a totally innovative design congratulations revolutionary I would say I like it goes out of the traditional schemes that sometimes border on the boring definitely a good idea.
Thank you so much for your kind words friend! Thanks for tuning in and sharing your thoughts.
I'm a big fan as well! But as far as my knowledge goes the dual grind was done first by Morakniv at the Mora 2000. But William added also the faboulous tooth....as know from a Trakker knife....awesome Design he did!
When you first showed it, I must admit that I thought to myself "i hate it". By the time the video was done i was thinking "I love it"!
I totally understand William! That is not uncommon :) I just wish that I could hand it to you and let you handle it to really see it in detail. I really appreciate you tuning in with an open mind. Take care and be safe!
Good looking knife and review , thanks for sharing God bless !
I really appreciate that Michael! Thanks for tuning in and sharing kind words my friend. Take care and God bless.
Good ones
Thank you!
Beautiful knife!
Thank you so much for tuning in Rodney!
Wonderful review. I see you have the EDC and Jr. Woodsman as well. I have the EDC and want to get one of the other two next. Do you prefer one of those two over the other? Thanks for the content.
That's a really tough call! If you want a thicker "heftier" knife the Master Bushman would be the one. I have to say the Jr. Woodsman is one of my favorite WC Designs and I have used it much more. If you want more of a finesse knife for fine carving, notching, etc, the Jr would probably be my choice as the 1/8" thickness makes it feel a little more nimble to me. Both of them can do that stuff well, I have always liked that slimmer profile of the Jr though. I hope that helps and I know whichever you choose, you will have a great knife! Take care.
Interesting design . Sharpening the curved portion may a slight challenge. Thanks for the review
With a ceramic rod, it really isn't bad at all. I showed that late in the video just in case. I appreciate you tuning in and sharing your thoughts John!
@@blackhatbushcraft Sorry. Was listening in traffic on the way home from work. I’ll have to watch it again
My first thought was "It looks like a mini blackbird!"
The now varying grinds trend is going to cost me money at some point.... I was just considering a Kukri or some Boreal machete, and now stuff that's closer to my outdoors habits...
WC Knives can be addicting 😀 I am living proof lol! Thank you for taking the time to tune in!
I haven’t bought a WC knife ever since he started doing the ugly bill boarding. Really wish he’d go back to stamping his knives. Ended up going to Carothers for all of my AEB-L needs. Not a fan of the nitro V. Not as good as AEB-L. William is a fantastic knife maker. Unfortunately mass production has ruined his products for me. Good review.
Each his own, No thanks
Fair enough. I agree as well that everyone has their own tastes and needs when it comes to a knife. Different strokes for different folks is a good thing. I do appreciate you tuning in and commenting. Take care.
the blade is to thin. i use a bk24. much better snd thsts probably more than $50. useless
5/32? 5/32 is not very thin in the knife world. To each his own and I am not sure what your qualifications are for a knife but for me personally, anything thicker than 5/32 is too thick to be useful for most fine knife skills. If you watched this all the way, you can see what type of stuff I use a knife for. You may have a total different use. I guess that is the beauty of having countless designs out there, something for everyone.
@@blackhatbushcraft to thin you have to use it. CRAP. !!! or use a medford. ,buck knife. something other then your butter knife. even kepharts knife was thicker than that.
@@greedygringoprospecting6941 Bro I hate to tell you but you are totally wrong here. You need to check your measurements. 5/32 is WAY thicker than any of those knives. Horace Kephart's knife was approximately 1/8" thick and tapered. Just do a google search on how thick was Horace Kephart's knife? Then do a search on what is thicker "5/32 or 1/8"." I think you will better understand at that point. I also looked up the BK24, yeah that knife is 0.151 thickness VS. this knife which is 0.15625. Even if the knife was too thin for your preference, that doesn't make it crap. Best to keep those labels for stuff you have handled or tested yourself.
@@blackhatbushcraft who they gonna believe you or Horace . 😂
@@greedygringoprospecting6941 www.knifemagazine.com/the-original-kephart-examined/