There are things that you can do to waterproof leather, if that's a problem. Oil can be one option, or things that have beeswax & stuff in them that're designed to be leather sealers. There's a bunch of different brands & types (different mixtures and stuff like that), so try Googling it if that's what you're looking for. It seems like some of them last a long time, and isn't a royal bitch to use.
@lustercowx - This was one of my earlier videos. The camera I had at the time sucked and the clicking noise was from the lens trying to autofocus. I have a much nicer camera now and all my newer videos are non-clicking. I've thought about re-doing these earlier vids but then I would loose all the comments that people made.
I have the Sp 52 it's a wonderful chopper! .25 thick. Took over #1 when Rtak 2 split in half with a big oak knot (Ontario replaced it with the sp 52 per my request) with that said the Kabar Large Bowie has a much better handle. SP 52 has much more weight and much more of a chopper. I have the Ontario Ranger 7 great all around but Large Bowie just is a great balance. The Sp 8 Ontario Machete is the Best of the best for heavy wood processing. If I had to have 1 it would B SP8
@spiritartman - I've been looking at the SP52 for awhile - may be my next purchase. For my hand Ontario's Generation II's fit my hand extremely well. Never owned a Kbar so I can't compare that. However, recently I bought a 15" Wetterlings axe which I will be adding to my kit going forward. The only blade in my arsenal that comes close to chopping as well as this is the SP8. It even out performs my Ontario Kukri (which I love). The SP8 will still always be a part of my kit and packs nicely.
@boblyism - I think the SP52 would out perform the Rtak for chopping and batoning because it has a more forward weighted design due to the recurve and because it is 1/4" thick verses 3/16" on the Rtak. However, a straight blade makes it easier to do other tasks.
Yeah I heard about the rd 9 but the fit and finish is not supposed to be all that great and the blade chips I am really thinking about making the sp52 my first big camp knife have any other ideas of any knife below 100
@boblyism - two other choices migh be the Ontario SP50 or the Kbar Cutless Machete (Amazon $42). However, the SP52 would be a great chopper. Just keep in mind that a recurved blade will require a different approach to sharpening. Lots of videos on you tube to get an idea. It's not hard. Also, have you decided on what smaller blade yet? Moras would also be a good choice here - especially if you are on a budget.
Do u think it will beat the sp 8 and I was also looking for a exposed tang large knife because they are mor strong but I am looking for 9 or mare inches and 1/4 or more thickness and knifed of that sort
@boblyism depends on what tasks. The Kukri by design is an awesome chopper but can be limited to performing tasks that involve shaving or scraping. The Sp8 is actually is slightly better at chopping than my Ontario Kukri which I don't quite understand yet. The SP8 has an awesome choil as well so it can be choked up on for doing finer tasks like shaving. Don't get me wrong I love the kukri and am trying to justify carrying both as a back up to the sp8. Another blade to look at is the Ranger RD9
I'm mostly looking for a good blade for chopping and battoning wood I also am looking at the ontario sp 53 it has a recurve shape but I don't know much about it
@boblyism For chopping and batoning you will want to go with a full flat grind. The SP52 is the same knife as the SP53 but with a flat grind. A flat grind will be much stronger for this application. The SP52 would be an excellent choice for chopping because the blade is weighted toward the front due to the curved belly. I was thinking about buying the sp52 as well. I think it would make a great chopper- plus it has a 1/4" blade which is what you want.
@boblyism - I don't think you could go wrong with either. Keep in mind that a larger blade is akward performing lighter tasks. I would also pick up a smaller knife to do camp tasks. Esee makes really nice stuff - RC3 or 4 or even an IZULA.
@boblyism - the Trail Master is about $130.00 and the SP8 is around $50.00 at Chestnut Ridge Knife Shop. So with the money you are saving you can get a smaller blade as well for doing small camp tasks. The trail master has a hilt on it that makes it hard to do smaller jobs. Also take a look at Ontario's SP50 - same size blade but much more useful IMO. Runs about $75. For a smaller blade Esee RC-3 or Izula would be a nice combo.
@boblyism - Depends also on what you want a large blade to do. For chopping a Kukri will excell. For defensive purposes I also think it excells. It's just not the best choice for shaving/skinning tasks.
@boblyism - There are alot to choose from. I like the SP8 because it works well and I don't feel like Rambo carrying it. Other good options are a Kukri by cold steel or Condor. Esee makes a nice chopper called the Junglas or the RTAK2.
@boblyism I actually bought the sp10 at the same time as the sp8 and after seeing the sp8 I sent the sp10 back. The big difference is that the sp8 is more stout especially in the tip. I was afraid that the dropped point on the sp10 would become problamatic when batoning. I use large blades as a means to process firewood and the sp8 is designed for that purpose
Thanks for watching. Yeah I love this blade. I use it as my main chopper wherever I go. I did some re-profiling of the blade to make it sink in deeper. Might take it to a full flat grind as well. I bought this at the beginning of the summer and have used it on numerous trips already. I feel very confident that the SP8 will provide fuel for my fires. Nice to know you have had yours for so long and are still carrying it. That should be a huge indicater of how reliable this thing is.
I have this knife and I have had it since I was about 16 now 31...Love it love it..when I need power in the field and my smaller survival knife will not handle the wood this comes out of my backpack and gets the job done. Good blade and good steel. I have abused it over and over and it still keeps cutting.
for me the best buy is condor hutson bay, cheap and work good for abuse
losteden 1 month ago
There are things that you can do to waterproof leather, if that's a problem. Oil can be one option, or things that have beeswax & stuff in them that're designed to be leather sealers. There's a bunch of different brands & types (different mixtures and stuff like that), so try Googling it if that's what you're looking for. It seems like some of them last a long time, and isn't a royal bitch to use.
Atkrdu 4 months ago
nice review but that constant clicking is annoying the heck out of me!
lustercowx 9 months ago 3
@lustercowx - This was one of my earlier videos. The camera I had at the time sucked and the clicking noise was from the lens trying to autofocus. I have a much nicer camera now and all my newer videos are non-clicking. I've thought about re-doing these earlier vids but then I would loose all the comments that people made.
BSRadar100 9 months ago
I have the Sp 52 it's a wonderful chopper! .25 thick. Took over #1 when Rtak 2 split in half with a big oak knot (Ontario replaced it with the sp 52 per my request) with that said the Kabar Large Bowie has a much better handle. SP 52 has much more weight and much more of a chopper. I have the Ontario Ranger 7 great all around but Large Bowie just is a great balance. The Sp 8 Ontario Machete is the Best of the best for heavy wood processing. If I had to have 1 it would B SP8
spiritartman 1 year ago
@spiritartman - I've been looking at the SP52 for awhile - may be my next purchase. For my hand Ontario's Generation II's fit my hand extremely well. Never owned a Kbar so I can't compare that. However, recently I bought a 15" Wetterlings axe which I will be adding to my kit going forward. The only blade in my arsenal that comes close to chopping as well as this is the SP8. It even out performs my Ontario Kukri (which I love). The SP8 will still always be a part of my kit and packs nicely.
BSRadar100 1 year ago
And would u think that the rtak would perform better than the so52
boblyism 1 year ago
@boblyism - I think the SP52 would out perform the Rtak for chopping and batoning because it has a more forward weighted design due to the recurve and because it is 1/4" thick verses 3/16" on the Rtak. However, a straight blade makes it easier to do other tasks.
BSRadar100 1 year ago
How does 5160 steel compare to 1095
boblyism 1 year ago
Yes I am looking at a mora mg and I Also was looking at some napalese Kukri s that r cheap and are spring steel strait from Nepal
boblyism 1 year ago
Yeah I heard about the rd 9 but the fit and finish is not supposed to be all that great and the blade chips I am really thinking about making the sp52 my first big camp knife have any other ideas of any knife below 100
boblyism 1 year ago
@boblyism - two other choices migh be the Ontario SP50 or the Kbar Cutless Machete (Amazon $42). However, the SP52 would be a great chopper. Just keep in mind that a recurved blade will require a different approach to sharpening. Lots of videos on you tube to get an idea. It's not hard. Also, have you decided on what smaller blade yet? Moras would also be a good choice here - especially if you are on a budget.
BSRadar100 1 year ago
Do u think it will beat the sp 8 and I was also looking for a exposed tang large knife because they are mor strong but I am looking for 9 or mare inches and 1/4 or more thickness and knifed of that sort
boblyism 1 year ago
@boblyism depends on what tasks. The Kukri by design is an awesome chopper but can be limited to performing tasks that involve shaving or scraping. The Sp8 is actually is slightly better at chopping than my Ontario Kukri which I don't quite understand yet. The SP8 has an awesome choil as well so it can be choked up on for doing finer tasks like shaving. Don't get me wrong I love the kukri and am trying to justify carrying both as a back up to the sp8. Another blade to look at is the Ranger RD9
BSRadar100 1 year ago
I'm mostly looking for a good blade for chopping and battoning wood I also am looking at the ontario sp 53 it has a recurve shape but I don't know much about it
boblyism 1 year ago
@boblyism For chopping and batoning you will want to go with a full flat grind. The SP52 is the same knife as the SP53 but with a flat grind. A flat grind will be much stronger for this application. The SP52 would be an excellent choice for chopping because the blade is weighted toward the front due to the curved belly. I was thinking about buying the sp52 as well. I think it would make a great chopper- plus it has a 1/4" blade which is what you want.
BSRadar100 1 year ago
I'm actually trying to buy my first knife and am stuck between the trailmaster and tel sp8
boblyism 1 year ago
@boblyism - I don't think you could go wrong with either. Keep in mind that a larger blade is akward performing lighter tasks. I would also pick up a smaller knife to do camp tasks. Esee makes really nice stuff - RC3 or 4 or even an IZULA.
BSRadar100 1 year ago
@boblyism - the Trail Master is about $130.00 and the SP8 is around $50.00 at Chestnut Ridge Knife Shop. So with the money you are saving you can get a smaller blade as well for doing small camp tasks. The trail master has a hilt on it that makes it hard to do smaller jobs. Also take a look at Ontario's SP50 - same size blade but much more useful IMO. Runs about $75. For a smaller blade Esee RC-3 or Izula would be a nice combo.
BSRadar100 1 year ago
Do u think that the kukri sk5 will perform better than this or will the trail master sk5
boblyism 1 year ago
@boblyism - When it comes to chopping a Kukri is hard to beat. The design of the blade is made for chopping so yes I think it would perform better.
BSRadar100 1 year ago
@boblyism - Depends also on what you want a large blade to do. For chopping a Kukri will excell. For defensive purposes I also think it excells. It's just not the best choice for shaving/skinning tasks.
BSRadar100 1 year ago
K thanks I'm trying to decide between this and the kershaw outcast if you have any other knives that are good for chopping tell me
boblyism 1 year ago
@boblyism - There are alot to choose from. I like the SP8 because it works well and I don't feel like Rambo carrying it. Other good options are a Kukri by cold steel or Condor. Esee makes a nice chopper called the Junglas or the RTAK2.
BSRadar100 1 year ago
Does the handle woble
boblyism 1 year ago
@boblyism - Handle is secure - no play in it at all
BSRadar100 1 year ago
K thanks do u ever use the chisel tip
boblyism 1 year ago
@boblyism Haven't needed to use the chisel tip yet. Nice feature to have though.
BSRadar100 1 year ago
Which one weighs more
boblyism 1 year ago
@boblyism - The SP8
BSRadar100 1 year ago
Would u say this is tougher than the sp 10
boblyism 1 year ago
@boblyism I actually bought the sp10 at the same time as the sp8 and after seeing the sp8 I sent the sp10 back. The big difference is that the sp8 is more stout especially in the tip. I was afraid that the dropped point on the sp10 would become problamatic when batoning. I use large blades as a means to process firewood and the sp8 is designed for that purpose
BSRadar100 1 year ago
Thanks for watching. Yeah I love this blade. I use it as my main chopper wherever I go. I did some re-profiling of the blade to make it sink in deeper. Might take it to a full flat grind as well. I bought this at the beginning of the summer and have used it on numerous trips already. I feel very confident that the SP8 will provide fuel for my fires. Nice to know you have had yours for so long and are still carrying it. That should be a huge indicater of how reliable this thing is.
BSRadar100 1 year ago
I have this knife and I have had it since I was about 16 now 31...Love it love it..when I need power in the field and my smaller survival knife will not handle the wood this comes out of my backpack and gets the job done. Good blade and good steel. I have abused it over and over and it still keeps cutting.
IKSDoomie 1 year ago