I like thick quality made convex blades. I own a couple of Barkies, and a Blackjack. But like you i prefer using my Fallknivens because of the grippy/ textured hard rubberized handles, which also help dissipate shock. I only wish the grips were a tad meatier, and a 1/2" longer. My Cold Steel SRK & Gurkha Kukri got good rubber too. I like your vid. and virtuovice knives too!
@fretlesstuba I agree that the grips are better a tad meatier (& slightly rounder). Good points u made. I think the Barkies & Blackjacks have their place too.
I think I am going to do a Fishing Knife System Part 2 with an updated set of knives in the future. Virtuovice has great knives & vids indeed. Would like to see your Gurkha Kukri. Heard BR coming up with Kukri too, u might dig it :-) Thank you!
@viperdude400ltd Cool! I would like to know the results, whether here or in PM. I prefer a fixed blade as primary knife for fishing, but I would be interested to know how the Delica is used. Have a good one & be safe! =)
Nice vid! You make good points to explain why you chose these knifes for your fishing adventures. Most owners of the A1 say that it picks up tiny micro-chips when you go through bone and hard wood with it. Did you notice any of this in your experience with the A1?
Yes, does pick up microchips. Though minimal, when wisely used, with some technique, & keeping edge polished with stropping. Good to strop a new A1 before use. I stand by carbon steels being tougher than stainless VG10. A2 steel's my choice under suitable conditions, eg. day hike/freshwater fishing, bushcrafting. For cocktail of hot sun, saltwater, blood, extended forest/boat trips, clear foliage, clean fishes of 3-30++kg: 6-inch convex in VG10 aka A1 :)
@BLUNTRUTH4U And dabbling into my knife philosophy & psychology, I'd classify my A1 as a hard user, especially for general purpose use within the specific activity of fishing. Meaning as much as I love my knife edges to be performing or kept perfect (as for 4-5 inch blades or below), I start to adopt a "semi-machete mentality" when going 6 inches or more. Its not easy for me to accept chips, but I learn to accept it under circumstances & context. I believe in purpose & balance in knives & people
@BLUNTRUTH4U This is a special update for u, after more usage & testing of my A1. I agree that although it has strong convex edge, I do experience more microchips than I like. Not too sure how it compares to a Bravo 1 yet in this respect, but I hv a feeling a Bravo-1 or heavier B-2 would have less chips. Going forward, I will do a comparison of A2 steel vs VG10 core. I think I am liking carbon steel more now (see Ptarmigan vid). Keeping VG10 edge polished helps reduce chips, from my experience.
Great video. It was a nice perspective from someone who is around saltwater environments more than I have been in the past. This should be very helpful for me with my backpacking trips to the coastlines in the future. I will consider the A1 more strongly now when I make an upcoming purchase. Thank you.
@ericjhab Thanks! Along the coast, the Fallkniven's full tang pummel might come in handy for camp/hiking tasks and when collecting/preparing shellfish & crabs. The full tang protrudes slightly past the handle, providing a very strong pummel that is wide enough to serve as a hammer. **One caution though, VG10 core may chip when struck against rocks, so it is a gd idea to split wood, chop fish etc on a base like a piece of wood whenever possible. Even in the forest. Helps prolongs knife life, IMO.
This combo of A1 and F1 seems a perfect set for me, too. A1 looks to have a kind of Sabre grind convex edge, which seems very tough. A1 seems to work as a light chopper and a emergency weapon. I don't have A1 but F1. I know the utility of F1.
Sebenza is too good stuff for me. My backup knife is Fallkniven WM-1.
@virtuovice Yes, A1 is shaped like a Chinese battle knife. If you hold the spine perfectly horizontal, you will see the belly of the blade becomes the lowest point of the blade, like a recurve, but it does not curve after the belly like a recurve. It narrows gradually towards the handle in a gentle gradient. This blade shape together with the balance point being at the finger guard (slightly after the index finder) makes it an excellent chopper because it is slightly forward weighted.
@virtuovice Also, the belly of the A1 is the "power" contact point when chopping. IMO, this is the ideal part of a chopping knife. I think it can chop as well as a recurve, but is more versatile and easier to sharpen. It can also skin and hack thru bone for big game hunting, I think, I am not a hunter.
I think a neck knife is also a great idea, and can be incorporated into a fishing/hunting/outdoor situation. Bluntruth made a good video about neck knife philosophy for viewers who are interested
@BloodyPaperclip These are not fancy looking knives, but they are simply functional. Shimano etc makes "fishing knives", but IMO, it is to catch buyers more than users. You will not find a thick spine, convex edge, full tang design, and excellent grip, all in one in those typical fishing knives. They have to make them with sheeple and cost in mind, I dont blame them. But, this is JMHO. I hope I have been helpful.
@cutlerylover Thank you very much! It is really nothin'fancy compared to so many excellent reviews out there, pardon the pun. Just wanted to give my perspective on these knives as I put them in my context of location, climate & purposes.
@brungasto lol...my disclaimer ;-)
knivesfishwild 5 months ago
your accent sounds bengali or indian
ivageivage 6 months ago
@ivageivage I'm Chinese :) thanks for watching!
knivesfishwild 6 months ago
I like thick quality made convex blades. I own a couple of Barkies, and a Blackjack. But like you i prefer using my Fallknivens because of the grippy/ textured hard rubberized handles, which also help dissipate shock. I only wish the grips were a tad meatier, and a 1/2" longer. My Cold Steel SRK & Gurkha Kukri got good rubber too. I like your vid. and virtuovice knives too!
fretlesstuba 1 year ago
@fretlesstuba I agree that the grips are better a tad meatier (& slightly rounder). Good points u made. I think the Barkies & Blackjacks have their place too.
I think I am going to do a Fishing Knife System Part 2 with an updated set of knives in the future. Virtuovice has great knives & vids indeed. Would like to see your Gurkha Kukri. Heard BR coming up with Kukri too, u might dig it :-) Thank you!
knivesfishwild 1 year ago
still waiting for f1 part 2
teyacapan 1 year ago
Nicely done... Thanks!
SteelUser23 1 year ago
i have a spyderco delica that going to my fishing knife for the weekend wile im camping. cant wait to test it.
viperdude400ltd 1 year ago
@viperdude400ltd Cool! I would like to know the results, whether here or in PM. I prefer a fixed blade as primary knife for fishing, but I would be interested to know how the Delica is used. Have a good one & be safe! =)
knivesfishwild 1 year ago
@knivesfishwild i shure will that is if i catch anything haha. if anything ittle be sum perch maybe a lil catfish
viperdude400ltd 1 year ago
Thumbs Up!!
Nice vid! You make good points to explain why you chose these knifes for your fishing adventures. Most owners of the A1 say that it picks up tiny micro-chips when you go through bone and hard wood with it. Did you notice any of this in your experience with the A1?
BLUNTRUTH4U 1 year ago
@BLUNTRUTH4U Thanks BT, huge fan of urs!
Yes, does pick up microchips. Though minimal, when wisely used, with some technique, & keeping edge polished with stropping. Good to strop a new A1 before use. I stand by carbon steels being tougher than stainless VG10. A2 steel's my choice under suitable conditions, eg. day hike/freshwater fishing, bushcrafting. For cocktail of hot sun, saltwater, blood, extended forest/boat trips, clear foliage, clean fishes of 3-30++kg: 6-inch convex in VG10 aka A1 :)
knivesfishwild 1 year ago
@BLUNTRUTH4U And dabbling into my knife philosophy & psychology, I'd classify my A1 as a hard user, especially for general purpose use within the specific activity of fishing. Meaning as much as I love my knife edges to be performing or kept perfect (as for 4-5 inch blades or below), I start to adopt a "semi-machete mentality" when going 6 inches or more. Its not easy for me to accept chips, but I learn to accept it under circumstances & context. I believe in purpose & balance in knives & people
knivesfishwild 1 year ago
@BLUNTRUTH4U This is a special update for u, after more usage & testing of my A1. I agree that although it has strong convex edge, I do experience more microchips than I like. Not too sure how it compares to a Bravo 1 yet in this respect, but I hv a feeling a Bravo-1 or heavier B-2 would have less chips. Going forward, I will do a comparison of A2 steel vs VG10 core. I think I am liking carbon steel more now (see Ptarmigan vid). Keeping VG10 edge polished helps reduce chips, from my experience.
knivesfishwild 1 year ago
nice vid man, good job!
centralnumba50 1 year ago
@centralnumba50 Thank you :)
knivesfishwild 1 year ago
Great video. It was a nice perspective from someone who is around saltwater environments more than I have been in the past. This should be very helpful for me with my backpacking trips to the coastlines in the future. I will consider the A1 more strongly now when I make an upcoming purchase. Thank you.
ericjhab 1 year ago
@ericjhab Thanks! Along the coast, the Fallkniven's full tang pummel might come in handy for camp/hiking tasks and when collecting/preparing shellfish & crabs. The full tang protrudes slightly past the handle, providing a very strong pummel that is wide enough to serve as a hammer. **One caution though, VG10 core may chip when struck against rocks, so it is a gd idea to split wood, chop fish etc on a base like a piece of wood whenever possible. Even in the forest. Helps prolongs knife life, IMO.
knivesfishwild 1 year ago
Nice, and very informative.
choody34 1 year ago
@choody34 Thanks!
knivesfishwild 1 year ago
This combo of A1 and F1 seems a perfect set for me, too. A1 looks to have a kind of Sabre grind convex edge, which seems very tough. A1 seems to work as a light chopper and a emergency weapon. I don't have A1 but F1. I know the utility of F1.
Sebenza is too good stuff for me. My backup knife is Fallkniven WM-1.
Thank you for showing us your great combo !!
virtuovice 1 year ago
@virtuovice Yes, A1 is shaped like a Chinese battle knife. If you hold the spine perfectly horizontal, you will see the belly of the blade becomes the lowest point of the blade, like a recurve, but it does not curve after the belly like a recurve. It narrows gradually towards the handle in a gentle gradient. This blade shape together with the balance point being at the finger guard (slightly after the index finder) makes it an excellent chopper because it is slightly forward weighted.
knivesfishwild 1 year ago
@virtuovice Also, the belly of the A1 is the "power" contact point when chopping. IMO, this is the ideal part of a chopping knife. I think it can chop as well as a recurve, but is more versatile and easier to sharpen. It can also skin and hack thru bone for big game hunting, I think, I am not a hunter.
I think a neck knife is also a great idea, and can be incorporated into a fishing/hunting/outdoor situation. Bluntruth made a good video about neck knife philosophy for viewers who are interested
knivesfishwild 1 year ago
thanks for the video, i go fishing a lot and never know which knife to bring!
BloodyPaperclip 1 year ago
@BloodyPaperclip These are not fancy looking knives, but they are simply functional. Shimano etc makes "fishing knives", but IMO, it is to catch buyers more than users. You will not find a thick spine, convex edge, full tang design, and excellent grip, all in one in those typical fishing knives. They have to make them with sheeple and cost in mind, I dont blame them. But, this is JMHO. I hope I have been helpful.
knivesfishwild 1 year ago
Very nice knives, glad to see the video, I thought you did a good job!
cutlerylover 1 year ago
@cutlerylover Thank you very much! It is really nothin'fancy compared to so many excellent reviews out there, pardon the pun. Just wanted to give my perspective on these knives as I put them in my context of location, climate & purposes.
knivesfishwild 1 year ago