For me I prefer a knife that has a lot higher carbon content then stainless steel. Sure on the down side if you get it wet it oxidises(rusts) quicker, but on the positive side it can hold an edge that is razor sharp. Plus if tempered correctly you can use the back edge to create sparks with a piece of flint.
Loved your knife review, I just ordered the crkt ritter rsk mk5, It's a tiny knife along the same lines as yours with supposedly a truly well designed kydex sheath. Your knife also comes in a hartshook version in s30v steel, Pricey but as you know, Nice things are. Take Care!!
I'm really trying to figure you and your channel out. You obviously are doing this as your job, and you have no real interest in the things you review. So, are you doing this only to make money, or are you doing it as a spring board to hopefully some bigger journalistic opportunity?
Hey there. Stumbled onto your channel looking at reviews for neck knives. I was leaning towards the Buck you have, the Cold Steel Scottish Spike and the Utility Hideaway Knife by Front Sight. The Smidgen just looks a little thin to me. I like my gear bulky and functional. How has it been for you?
I carry a swiss army knife huntsman on my keys around £20. I have an opinel 10 around my neck £10 and a brussletto bamsen for my main blade £50. Don't like to leave home without at least one blade on me :-)
@bigfraz6 I have a Bamsen too! Seriously you're probably the first person i've seen mention they have a Bamsen, what do you think of it? I've had mine for about 8 years now and I love it.
20$ Gerber profile...from wallmart.....it works just fine...and i use it all the time...mostly camping....i do have more expensive knives like crkt and kabar...but for the money is not bad at all..
wow people are all over the place with their knives. I am going to stick with neck knives. The becker is a nice knife, cheap effective. But Im a bigger fan of the ESEE Izula. in a survival situation your probably dealing with wood. if your dealing with wood, stainless steel is brittle and breaks. carbon steel is a better option. also handle length on that thing is too short to do much. becker and izula better options, new izulat 2 has best handle length I have seen Yet.
Lota of folks concerned about sparking a fire steel with stainless- don't be. ANY sharp edge will create sparks, even glass. You only need carbon steel for sparking real flint or chert. Clear skies all.
I love my Smidgen but found the sheath a bit inadeqate. After a short time, the spring lock fatigued and wouldn't keep the knife in the sheath very well. I made an even smaller sheath from Kydex and it holds great. Since the sheath on longer extended to the full length of the handle, I was able to epoxy wood to the back of the handle improving the grip greatly. When I can, I'll send you a pic.
The Gerber LST is what goes in my pocket when I dress in the morning. Sharpens easy and hold a edge really well.
That said, when I am traveling the backcountry I won't go without my Ka-bar. I know it is a chunk of steel and those who look critically at every ounce would say no way, but it has been a trusted friend not only when in harms way but when rambling the backwoods seeking sanctuary. Indestructable and Always Faithful.
nice tips and review, i was thinking about buying this knife, and now after watching this i will, i was thinking of putting it on my s-biner key chain.
my favorite knife is the s&w special tactical its a great liner lock w/ rubberized handles and its only 10$
but the border guard is very nice too theyre both one hand openers and the border guard has a reversible pocket clip for right or left handed pocket carry but idk the price for the border guard i got it as a gift
i have seen this video lik 10 times and i dont get bore, i think this is a great back up knife, i just to order it, usually, when i go camping i take a 4-6" blade knife and a pocket knife, but this is a good choice to carry with, i wanna know about the edge and if it keeps sharped, is it good?, by the way, i lov this girl
Try using a Ranger Band, (Rubber inner tube slice) that way you do not have to try and pull the Duck Tape off to get to the fire starter. You could also just connect to the laynard/
Spyderco - Persistence or Native 4 are usually my EDC but this will depend on where I need to go and do (I may need my Glock 21sf or what have you to).
Interesting product. Might google it to see if it is expensive. Based on a previous PeakSurvival video, I bought the Mora 911 in carbon steel. I also like the mora 510. Overall, I am a fan of Frosts/Mora knives for camping and survival purposes. They are inexpensive, light, durable, hold an edge well, and easy to sharpen in the field. I have a decent hatchet but could baton with a Mora if I had to.
Good find, and good video. Small back-up knives are great in the wilderness as well as in an urban environment. One I really like is the RAT/ESEE Izula. It has a small compact size, is light weight but still comfortable even when using it skeletonized as it comes...even more comfortable with a cord wrapped handle. It has a pretty stout blade at 5/32 of an inch thickness. You should give one a try if you get the chance, I love mine.
A knife that goes dull within the first few uses becomes more & more dangerous as you put more energy & weight behind each cut.
The second thing was the thickness. A survival blade needs to be effective in as many areas as possible. If it's thick it easely splits any wood as thick as the straight part of the edge. The added weight also helps when the need for cutting down smaller trunks arises, although I recommend using another piece of wood to baton with instead of hatching as with an axe.
Seems like a great back-up kit. If you're carrying a knife for survival, then I suggest something 4-7 inches in length, depending on preference, with a full-tang, and a good handle. I prefer 1095 steel for it's strength, though it needs to be kept oiled to prevent rust. I carry a Ka-Bar utility knife anytime I'm going back country. As another viewer noted, the Ka-Bar BK2 is also great choice. Both run $50-65.
For a primary survival knife I would recommend the BK 2 companion. It's about $70. It's made from high carbon steel, an excellent steel choice if you're looking for a knife to hold an edge. The blade is even thicker in width than some crow bars. It comes reasonably sharp with a kydex (hard plastic) sheath. One of the biggest down sides to this is that carbon steel is more vonarable to rust than the stainless steel blades. In all, it's an excellent knife as long as you keep it dry.
A good compact survival knife is the Dajo Survivor. It comes razor sharp out of the box, and the sheath includes a Mini Firesteel and signal whistle. Best of all, it's only 40 dollars for the whole set. You should check it out, I own one myself.
If you want a cheap backup pocket or neckknife then look at the Opinel 8 carbon steel blade. Its as cheap as it gets but still great quality. I've drilled a lanyardhole in the handle of mine and paired it up to a LMF scout firesteel
It will. The edge of the knife will almost always throw sparks, but that may be hard on the knife. I try to use the spine of my blades, some will work and some won't.
I don't know much about the smidgen specifically, but be careful with Buck knives. They usually hold a very good edge, but they also tend to be somewhat brittle compared to other knives...
My EDC knife is the SOG Flash 1. It's a small, lightweight knife and hold and edge pretty good (I use it at work to cut open boxes since the thumb studs on my CRKT M-16 came off). My SOG cost $65 at Bass Pro Shop. I love this knife.
Woooo Hoooo 1000 Subscribers!!! Tell your friends. These are the coolest vids!! Keep watching for updates!! Wooooo Hoooo!!
oh by the way, I like to carry a Spyderco knife. It's foldable, has a serrated edge, and can clip onto my back pocket. I've been carrying for 14 years.
If I was lost in the woods, those two items ( knife and fire starter) would be the bare minimum you should have.
I like the idea you can make a spear with that blade, noticed it has 2 holes in the handle, in a pinch I imaging you could carve into the pole your using a couple peg holes with the same diameter as those in the handle, which should add more strength.
I would suggest using rubber inner tube in stead of duct tape. If you get the tube tight enough it will hold it in place. But I would also attach a small piece of cord to it and the sheath as a back up.
@32937isready I used to wear a neck knife everyday and I used that little thing all the time to do odds and ends. The one time you don't have any knife on you at all is probly when you'll need one the most lol
You are absolutely right. I always carry a knife on me, you never know what you may need it for, and its usually the stuff you would never think of on a regular basis.
Good job on mating the two items but my only suggestion to you is maybe go for something in high carbon so you could strike your fire steel with it.Never heard of that type of stainless,I dont presume it works with the firesteel.Oh and by the way did the sweedish pimple thing work out for you? Good work your friend Roger.
I'm surprised they didn't design that knife so that you could flip the knife around and use the sheath as a handle. Oh well.
Anyway I always carry a leatherman wave with me wherever I go. I'm a mechanic by trade and there are often times when I just pull the leatherman out and use that rather than walking to my toolbox to get a pair of pliers, screwdriver or razor blade knife. I even use it to open cans. It's major handy and I always have it with me, Always!
Awsome looking knife and awsome survival kit in the swedish fire steel and the knife my faveroit knife is the gerber gator serated i like it becouse its lightweight and got a great size
My favorite high value knife is a Mora 511. Only about $13 shipped. Best value/ functionality ratio in the world!
My favorite high quality knife is a Bark River "Fox River"
It cost me an arm and a leg at $125, but the quality is top notch. Blade steel is A2 that is convex-ground to a zero degree edge. It is tough and holds an edge well. It can do hard work and still peel a tomato after.
so EDC is ubber last stitch? like just something u have on u at all times, small, hangs on a belt or on a neck-less? generally only containing a blade and fire making item?
@RavenBlaze items that are small enough to carry everyday that could help you in an emergency its a trademark of a survivalist but there only good if there on you and you know how to use them
I had to trade that knife - The handle was way to small for me. Any mods to the handle mean that it won't fit the sheath.
I find a more stout fixed blade is easier to use, and the size is only marginally larger. For example, the Brusletto Balder or EESE Izula neck knife are more functional and comfortable in use while remaining small enough for woods EDC. I carry the extra weight for the added functionality and use them often.
Hey in my work pack I carry a K4 by Cold Steel it's a 4" blade that weighs 2.2oz's. I also carry a Gerber Artifact that has a small exacto knife and several other small tools I have already used that Gerber in pinch a few times. Not sure of the weight though. The K4 cost about 20 dollars if you look around. The Gerber goes for about $10.00. Love the Videos Keep up the good work.
Good stuff. A great light weight, small survival knife is the Dajo Survivor. It comes razor sharp, and the sheath comes with the Mini Firesteel and a signal whisle. Its only 40$, you should check it out.
For me the Bowie knife because it's in a zombie killing game
PSNspyrobot4 3 weeks ago
For me I prefer a knife that has a lot higher carbon content then stainless steel. Sure on the down side if you get it wet it oxidises(rusts) quicker, but on the positive side it can hold an edge that is razor sharp. Plus if tempered correctly you can use the back edge to create sparks with a piece of flint.
mattauslanus 6 months ago in playlist More videos from PeakSurvival
Hello,
So, are you still liking and carrying the buck smidgen?
It seems almost too thin, as if it might bend easily. Is that true, or is it sturdier than it looks?
Should I go ahead and purchase one?
fjfjrfjfjr 6 months ago
Loved your knife review, I just ordered the crkt ritter rsk mk5, It's a tiny knife along the same lines as yours with supposedly a truly well designed kydex sheath. Your knife also comes in a hartshook version in s30v steel, Pricey but as you know, Nice things are. Take Care!!
Mark.
U.K
reddog694uk 1 year ago
I'm really trying to figure you and your channel out. You obviously are doing this as your job, and you have no real interest in the things you review. So, are you doing this only to make money, or are you doing it as a spring board to hopefully some bigger journalistic opportunity?
utubeworms 1 year ago
i use a buck 110 folding hunter, its heavy but tough as nails, is quartered half a dozen moose and still holds up as an edc
TheSingingCatsClub 1 year ago
Hey there. Stumbled onto your channel looking at reviews for neck knives. I was leaning towards the Buck you have, the Cold Steel Scottish Spike and the Utility Hideaway Knife by Front Sight. The Smidgen just looks a little thin to me. I like my gear bulky and functional. How has it been for you?
Geigernaut 1 year ago
i have used SOG PUP ELITE for a long time loved it
do try that too
great knife
dreamr00000000000000 1 year ago
i love my cold steel voyager. best knife for the money
shadowstormreviews 1 year ago
I have the s30V version and love it... Who makes the Carabiner in this video ?
dweek123 1 year ago
Will you marry me?
Supermassively 1 year ago
I carry a swiss army knife huntsman on my keys around £20. I have an opinel 10 around my neck £10 and a brussletto bamsen for my main blade £50. Don't like to leave home without at least one blade on me :-)
bigfraz6 1 year ago
@bigfraz6 I have a Bamsen too! Seriously you're probably the first person i've seen mention they have a Bamsen, what do you think of it? I've had mine for about 8 years now and I love it.
lexacor 1 year ago
i use fallkniven U2, very light, compact, but expensive,
its has very good steel
rockyroeba 1 year ago
20$ Gerber profile...from wallmart.....it works just fine...and i use it all the time...mostly camping....i do have more expensive knives like crkt and kabar...but for the money is not bad at all..
mindblown76 1 year ago
omg she is hot:)
lazibubulazi 1 year ago
wow people are all over the place with their knives. I am going to stick with neck knives. The becker is a nice knife, cheap effective. But Im a bigger fan of the ESEE Izula. in a survival situation your probably dealing with wood. if your dealing with wood, stainless steel is brittle and breaks. carbon steel is a better option. also handle length on that thing is too short to do much. becker and izula better options, new izulat 2 has best handle length I have seen Yet.
alanvalentinus 1 year ago
Lota of folks concerned about sparking a fire steel with stainless- don't be. ANY sharp edge will create sparks, even glass. You only need carbon steel for sparking real flint or chert. Clear skies all.
WindwalkerZ25 1 year ago
I love my Smidgen but found the sheath a bit inadeqate. After a short time, the spring lock fatigued and wouldn't keep the knife in the sheath very well. I made an even smaller sheath from Kydex and it holds great. Since the sheath on longer extended to the full length of the handle, I was able to epoxy wood to the back of the handle improving the grip greatly. When I can, I'll send you a pic.
WindwalkerZ25 1 year ago
thats three in one you can use the duck tape
1dandiesmom 1 year ago
You are beautiful.
nestornegron 1 year ago
The Gerber LST is what goes in my pocket when I dress in the morning. Sharpens easy and hold a edge really well.
That said, when I am traveling the backcountry I won't go without my Ka-bar. I know it is a chunk of steel and those who look critically at every ounce would say no way, but it has been a trusted friend not only when in harms way but when rambling the backwoods seeking sanctuary. Indestructable and Always Faithful.
ducksnjeeps 1 year ago
My Buck Smidgen (Hartsook version) came today. Awsome little thing. Shaving sharp out of the box.
ChuckCh9 1 year ago
The Becker Necker is also a great little neck knife.
ChuckCh9 1 year ago
nice tips and review, i was thinking about buying this knife, and now after watching this i will, i was thinking of putting it on my s-biner key chain.
screwu321 1 year ago
love your show
Cormier0 1 year ago
my favorite knife is the s&w special tactical its a great liner lock w/ rubberized handles and its only 10$
but the border guard is very nice too theyre both one hand openers and the border guard has a reversible pocket clip for right or left handed pocket carry but idk the price for the border guard i got it as a gift
pony69nd 1 year ago
spyderco tenacious is great value, for a neck knife you cant go wrong with a ka-bar becker necker bk11
joe28201 1 year ago
Great video! To the point and informative.....5 stars! The Cat
SuburbanSurvival 2 years ago
i have seen this video lik 10 times and i dont get bore, i think this is a great back up knife, i just to order it, usually, when i go camping i take a 4-6" blade knife and a pocket knife, but this is a good choice to carry with, i wanna know about the edge and if it keeps sharped, is it good?, by the way, i lov this girl
mikojack22 2 years ago
Try using a Ranger Band, (Rubber inner tube slice) that way you do not have to try and pull the Duck Tape off to get to the fire starter. You could also just connect to the laynard/
OldManGlitch 2 years ago
why would you tape the fire steel to the sheath when u can just put it on the lanyard
foxmoto17 2 years ago
the mora 510 is very sharp and has a good sized handle. costs around $10.00
jasonatrue 2 years ago
benchmade griptilan with plane edge
they run 80-100$ the minies run 70-90
outdoorsman090 2 years ago
becker necker or rat izula make the best neck knives
jemen9 2 years ago
Spyderco - Persistence or Native 4 are usually my EDC but this will depend on where I need to go and do (I may need my Glock 21sf or what have you to).
TheBgcheez 2 years ago
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TheBgcheez 2 years ago
Interesting product. Might google it to see if it is expensive. Based on a previous PeakSurvival video, I bought the Mora 911 in carbon steel. I also like the mora 510. Overall, I am a fan of Frosts/Mora knives for camping and survival purposes. They are inexpensive, light, durable, hold an edge well, and easy to sharpen in the field. I have a decent hatchet but could baton with a Mora if I had to.
mrjagill 2 years ago
Good find, and good video. Small back-up knives are great in the wilderness as well as in an urban environment. One I really like is the RAT/ESEE Izula. It has a small compact size, is light weight but still comfortable even when using it skeletonized as it comes...even more comfortable with a cord wrapped handle. It has a pretty stout blade at 5/32 of an inch thickness. You should give one a try if you get the chance, I love mine.
Have you tried the Buck "Paklite" yet?
mistwalker13 2 years ago
First of all, thank you for your great videos both to you and your bf. You are a great inspiration source for me.
I didn't get if you just wanted similar knifes so I hope you don't mind me talking about bigger ones.
I'd like to recommend the Fallkniven A1 or even A2 for a survival situation, theese are big knifes though and should be considered primary knifes.
The two most important things I look for in a survival knife is how it retains it sharpness and how thick it is.
andreslindgren 2 years ago
A knife that goes dull within the first few uses becomes more & more dangerous as you put more energy & weight behind each cut.
The second thing was the thickness. A survival blade needs to be effective in as many areas as possible. If it's thick it easely splits any wood as thick as the straight part of the edge. The added weight also helps when the need for cutting down smaller trunks arises, although I recommend using another piece of wood to baton with instead of hatching as with an axe.
andreslindgren 2 years ago
Seems like a great back-up kit. If you're carrying a knife for survival, then I suggest something 4-7 inches in length, depending on preference, with a full-tang, and a good handle. I prefer 1095 steel for it's strength, though it needs to be kept oiled to prevent rust. I carry a Ka-Bar utility knife anytime I'm going back country. As another viewer noted, the Ka-Bar BK2 is also great choice. Both run $50-65.
cochiez 2 years ago
In the UK the frosts clipper is very popular, £8.95, the light my fire scout clips with a perfect fit under the belt clip.
neoaliphant 2 years ago
For a primary survival knife I would recommend the BK 2 companion. It's about $70. It's made from high carbon steel, an excellent steel choice if you're looking for a knife to hold an edge. The blade is even thicker in width than some crow bars. It comes reasonably sharp with a kydex (hard plastic) sheath. One of the biggest down sides to this is that carbon steel is more vonarable to rust than the stainless steel blades. In all, it's an excellent knife as long as you keep it dry.
122333nic 2 years ago
A good compact survival knife is the Dajo Survivor. It comes razor sharp out of the box, and the sheath includes a Mini Firesteel and signal whistle. Best of all, it's only 40 dollars for the whole set. You should check it out, I own one myself.
ComradeGeneralK 2 years ago
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alexgoyettemobile 2 years ago
ducktape ????? hahaha no way just hook it up
alexgoyettemobile 2 years ago
If you want a cheap backup pocket or neckknife then look at the Opinel 8 carbon steel blade. Its as cheap as it gets but still great quality. I've drilled a lanyardhole in the handle of mine and paired it up to a LMF scout firesteel
masterdurchgriff 2 years ago
I don't think a fire steel will throw sparkes if struck with a stainless steel knife...
draconiandevil01 2 years ago
It will. The edge of the knife will almost always throw sparks, but that may be hard on the knife. I try to use the spine of my blades, some will work and some won't.
adamgtrap 2 years ago
It will. It doesn't work well, but it will work. I've tried it.
122333nic 2 years ago
I don't know much about the smidgen specifically, but be careful with Buck knives. They usually hold a very good edge, but they also tend to be somewhat brittle compared to other knives...
bldgy 2 years ago
I used to carry a spyderco endura. It's a handy little folder.
superfisto 2 years ago
hmm. i'm wilderness self reliant. and i forge knives. i wonder what i can come up with.....
boredism07 2 years ago
I'd like to see what you'd come up with. =)
darkcolmar 2 years ago
i'll keep that in mind
boredism07 2 years ago
1000! congratulations sexxy ;)
meetcha2nite 2 years ago
great knife selica
johnjayrambo11111 2 years ago
lets see if we can help you with the next 1000.
enjoy the information as always.
mchipman1 2 years ago
My EDC knife is the SOG Flash 1. It's a small, lightweight knife and hold and edge pretty good (I use it at work to cut open boxes since the thumb studs on my CRKT M-16 came off). My SOG cost $65 at Bass Pro Shop. I love this knife.
adamgtrap 2 years ago
Congrats to the 1000 subscribers! You deserve it! My favorite knife is my new Spyderco temperance 2... :)
HunterRyngo 2 years ago
Woooo Hoooo 1000 Subscribers!!! Tell your friends. These are the coolest vids!! Keep watching for updates!! Wooooo Hoooo!!
oh by the way, I like to carry a Spyderco knife. It's foldable, has a serrated edge, and can clip onto my back pocket. I've been carrying for 14 years.
deltatangosix 2 years ago
If I was lost in the woods, those two items ( knife and fire starter) would be the bare minimum you should have.
I like the idea you can make a spear with that blade, noticed it has 2 holes in the handle, in a pinch I imaging you could carve into the pole your using a couple peg holes with the same diameter as those in the handle, which should add more strength.
gilgamesh1962 2 years ago
I would suggest using rubber inner tube in stead of duct tape. If you get the tube tight enough it will hold it in place. But I would also attach a small piece of cord to it and the sheath as a back up.
seanmulhall 2 years ago 6
And the tube can be lit to help a fire
neoaliphant 2 years ago
the odds of ever needing this knife is close to zero.
32937isready 2 years ago
@32937isready I used to wear a neck knife everyday and I used that little thing all the time to do odds and ends. The one time you don't have any knife on you at all is probly when you'll need one the most lol
bwinterb 2 years ago
You are absolutely right. I always carry a knife on me, you never know what you may need it for, and its usually the stuff you would never think of on a regular basis.
adamgtrap 2 years ago
what would you prefer as a main survival knife
TeamPlayer1011 2 years ago
How much did you pay for it? Have you compared its utility to some lightweight folders out there?
icychap 2 years ago
hummm fit in a sock or boot?
gasdorf 2 years ago
Good job on mating the two items but my only suggestion to you is maybe go for something in high carbon so you could strike your fire steel with it.Never heard of that type of stainless,I dont presume it works with the firesteel.Oh and by the way did the sweedish pimple thing work out for you? Good work your friend Roger.
moxonone 2 years ago
I'm surprised they didn't design that knife so that you could flip the knife around and use the sheath as a handle. Oh well.
Anyway I always carry a leatherman wave with me wherever I go. I'm a mechanic by trade and there are often times when I just pull the leatherman out and use that rather than walking to my toolbox to get a pair of pliers, screwdriver or razor blade knife. I even use it to open cans. It's major handy and I always have it with me, Always!
vention4wh 2 years ago
Great job, thanks a lot!!
Djelomou 2 years ago
Great little backup knife. I carry a Benchmade Snoody folder. $200.00
Great everyday knife with acess lock system. ( the blade will break before the lock gives. 500lbs of force).
The cheap metal on Chineese knifes will not hold an edge. Spend the extra cash for quality and save yourself some cuts later.
Best of luck*****
NibiruMagick2012 2 years ago
when i was 6 or 7 my grandfather gave me, my first knife. and still today an old timer is still my fav. pocket knife. i still have to originals.
maviki374 2 years ago
why not hook your striker to the ring at the bottom of the sheath????
mallardhead 2 years ago
You're my favorite teacher...
artdeco101010 2 years ago 8
@artdeco101010 *a whip cracks in the background*
TheReaganRevolution 1 year ago
Awsome looking knife and awsome survival kit in the swedish fire steel and the knife my faveroit knife is the gerber gator serated i like it becouse its lightweight and got a great size
petervagt 2 years ago
Buck Vantage select, Made in USA, cheep, light weight,
dsarti1 2 years ago
I'd love to talk knives!
My favorite high value knife is a Mora 511. Only about $13 shipped. Best value/ functionality ratio in the world!
My favorite high quality knife is a Bark River "Fox River"
It cost me an arm and a leg at $125, but the quality is top notch. Blade steel is A2 that is convex-ground to a zero degree edge. It is tough and holds an edge well. It can do hard work and still peel a tomato after.
Thanks again -great channel!
blackfeetmageet 2 years ago
For hunters, that is a great little knife for fine skinning work around the head and atlers.
HawkLMT 2 years ago
so EDC is ubber last stitch? like just something u have on u at all times, small, hangs on a belt or on a neck-less? generally only containing a blade and fire making item?
RavenBlaze 2 years ago
@RavenBlaze items that are small enough to carry everyday that could help you in an emergency its a trademark of a survivalist but there only good if there on you and you know how to use them
1001samurais 2 years ago
@1001samurais so like an urban EDC would be cellphone, wallet and key's? the things u put in ur pockets before u walk out the door?
RavenBlaze 2 years ago
Congrats on 1K!!
I had to trade that knife - The handle was way to small for me. Any mods to the handle mean that it won't fit the sheath.
I find a more stout fixed blade is easier to use, and the size is only marginally larger. For example, the Brusletto Balder or EESE Izula neck knife are more functional and comfortable in use while remaining small enough for woods EDC. I carry the extra weight for the added functionality and use them often.
Balder=$25 shipped
Izula= $45 shipped
Thanks!!!
blackfeetmageet 2 years ago
Hey in my work pack I carry a K4 by Cold Steel it's a 4" blade that weighs 2.2oz's. I also carry a Gerber Artifact that has a small exacto knife and several other small tools I have already used that Gerber in pinch a few times. Not sure of the weight though. The K4 cost about 20 dollars if you look around. The Gerber goes for about $10.00. Love the Videos Keep up the good work.
wilcox1219 2 years ago
Good stuff. A great light weight, small survival knife is the Dajo Survivor. It comes razor sharp, and the sheath comes with the Mini Firesteel and a signal whisle. Its only 40$, you should check it out.
ComradeGeneralK 2 years ago
1,000 subs? Face it girl you rule!
TheXroadr 2 years ago 2
like the very thin profile, I'll have to keep an eye out for that one.
watuwaitn4 2 years ago
You're awsome.
Great looking knive and firesteel combo.
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EDINBURGSTAR 2 years ago