Nope. I didn't change anything, this was right out of box and you can see the screws as installed by the factory are three holes down not near the mouth of the sheath. Multiple people have now reported the same issue and I've been told ESEE has acknowledged the sheaths being tight to another individual. It's just bad kydex work, some can't even get the blade out at all. Knife Center is doing a full inventory audit. I'm glad yours was that simple though. I'm holding the full video until they respond to my email.

I have yet to hear back from ESEE, only Knife Center. "Tight" is an understatement in my opinion. You're at least the third or fourth person that has reached out with the same issue leading me to guess it's a batch problem. They're way too tight to thumb push, at least mine was.

The main reason for the price is he does everything himself in California using top quality materials and treatment. At $215 it was the most affordable premium American custom you could buy. Prices have gone up some but still decent. A 5" custom of this quality would run ya in the $300-400 range usually depending on tooling. Definitely not cheap though.

Basically all my kydex makers are like "Ooof I was that bad when I was learning but I'd never ship something like that out now that I do it professionally 😬". Knife Center is checking their stock but no word back from ESEE yet.

30lbs *should* be ok with these if you have a velcro plate holder or a DIY setup. Chuyen Tactical also has the CT21 which is super comfy. Long as you're doing trail rucking. If you're going Spartan Race style where you're bsrrel rolling through mud and wire these two brands might tear up. CT does offer a 1000D 21L that's tougher but I can't remember if the new model for that has dropped. If you need a bit more room LBT does offer a solid 30L with a belt but it's so-so on the belt comfort. There's a couple more brands as well, some 5.11 will work like the 24 Hour but they are a bit heavier. The Rucker 4.0 does occasionally go on sale, but I don't know if it drops to $150 without codes plus clearance which they don't do much now days.

@@SenecaSerpent appreciate the detailed response 👍

It's not terrible to fix but for $195 shipped it shouldn't need to be. Just about T. Kell pricing. They definitely need to address it with whomever did their kydex because it's amateur hour. Since I do testing and review I am going to wait for it to be fixed then buy another so I can give them the best chance possible.

Uh oh 😬 I'm going to email them my video tomorrow, definitely reach out to them even if you send it back.

Probably the best route if you plan to keep the blade. The sheath and lack of jimping on the spine made it a no for me right now but it's definitely an interesting evolution of the Izula type knives. Micarta was really well done.

We've had a heck of a time behind the scenes but we have some cool stuff coming. The updated Compliance Edge SVM and a T. Kell Nightstalker for now. I burnt out on the folder industry but I'm really liking what I see with many small fixed blade makers :)

Design wise I think the ONLY reason to buy this over an Izula is the 3V, but you could get a T. Kell in AEBL which is almost as good for the same price so oof.

Good video man! And you stole my words out of my mouth. I got two T. Kell raiders, one in 80CRV2 steel and the other in AEB-L. And in my opinion the only knife in the market that replaces my beloved esee Izula and even my esee 4, and I'm a huuuuuuge ! esee fan. AEB-L is as tough as 3v, and it's stainless.

​@@cal.f.alegria1196 I have a Nightstalker preordered for later this year so I'm stoked. I'm debating whether to get a 003 to compare ring vs no ring but we'll see. I'm for sure buying one of his tantos as well.

London Bridge Trading is the creator of MAS Grey and those bags :) Unless you mean one of the others, if so just drop me a time stamp.

The big difference is Saddlebacks are/were made in Mexico where labor standards and pay are notably lower than here in the US where NutSacs are produced. Saddlebacks designs are also simpler being stacked leather instead of "seamed" like you see here and at least with the Fourteener I've seen they're unlined while these are. Saddleback certainly don't look bad, and I can't knock em since I haven't owned one personally, but on paper they should cost 1/3rd to 1/2 as much as they do.

Now that would be neato burrito

It's definitely a hit or miss branding which is why they went ahead and removed the name from the logo. Just the acorn is pretty slick.

Agreed!

Easily the palest farmer ever 🤣 The biggies are really cool. We sold our big blue since he's getting old but the family friend helps out with this red monster 🤌🏻.

Thank you and same to you folks up north!

I have a previous video where I briefly touch on it at the ~5:00 mark (kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2XNoIGCntKpfLM) that I apparently privated on accident. It's kinda cringe and over exposed so I may re-do it.

I carry 20-25 and have never had a single stitch pop on any of the four I've had. I would suspect you got a defect somehow or that isn't the full story.

@@SenecaSerpent so how long have you had it cuase iam on the second one in 2 months and the padding rips off were the shoulder straps are onto the body

@@jw_Arizona sounds like youre purchasing fake LBT. LBT almost never has issues, and if you do, they will make it right.

@@KaelenMurakami I ordered it directly from them

My main 2 are almost a year and a half old, one of which is what you're seeing in this video. March 2023 is when I purchased them. No company is perfect but thats definitely a super rare issue. They would replace it without question. The 14Ls are extremely popular and I know some dudes that straight up use them for tactical training which is way more abusive than what I do. You're the first I've ever heard that happening to.

It's kind of middle of the road. The DCK is definitely a little more pronounced. My issue is the 8" OAL is too long for me to conceal with my frame which sucks because I would be down to rock a DCK. I might be able to manage it with a custom sheath though... hmmmm.

Definitely great folks and I have something else coming as well from them :)

I'm all about the branding, I worked with a lot of uppity folks and nobody would hate Nutsac

And only getting more expensive by the day as supplies dwindle. Definitely a ton of cheaper alternatives out there. I've seen a lot of pristine slavic surplus 🔥

@@SenecaSerpent Few days ago my first Polish Bread Bag came, and I probably never saw a better bag. Also Polish Faser MC1 Gas Mask bag is great, and cheap, I got mine for 1.88€

Im hoping to do a better one one of these days but so far it's held up great!

It's more a greenish-gray but can look slightly brown in some lights. The closest color would probably be other green-grays like Foliage or some Ranger Greens. Those two prioritize the green pigment, while MAS prioritizes the gray end of that spectrum. MAS and Ranger are both modified versions of Mausgrau from WWII if I remember right. If I get time this coming week I'll take the MAS and Ranger green outside to show how they look compared to some other green/brown bags I have.

@@SenecaSerpentThanks for the info 👍

Just letting you know I haven't forgotten about you! We have a little one in the home now and it's been hectic :) Hopefully soon.

Oooooh shweeet! I've been looking at their bags that were used in Indiana Jones 5 for a hot minute and a few others. Trying so hard to behave.

It really depends on style. Personally I love LBT for backpacks, Nutsac has pretty firmly cornered the market on canvas slings, and I recently got a toolbag / handbag from Eagle Industries that is pretty awesome. There are a lot of small one man shops here and there that do great work but prices fluctuate a lot.

I occasionally clean out my Instagram on occasion but if you have a specific request let me know :)! I've got my bag up on my bookshelf at the moment.

@SenecaSerpent I was really curious with the leather strap.. I caved in and bought a nutsac 13 now kinda want a leather strap with it

​@@Canadian_Craftsman Just posted some :) I have the black Satchel 13 for the same reason but haven't converted it yet. They have a leather shoulder pad for the Jones series but the strap itself is still canvas sadly.

@@SenecaSerpent YESSS same just got the black myself should be here anyday so stoked!!

Those daka pouches are solid I hear! I need to pick one up sometime to play with them. There are some budget alternatives out there but I don''t know what theyd be in your country. One I know of is LefRight on Amazon. They probably aren't as durable but may be cheaper..

The straps on these can't be cut in a single swing, especially without grabbing hold. Given I've got 210lbs behind me and actively watch for tweakers trying to do this, not an easy task. If someone can get it off me, they've earned it. Plus, loaded out cargo pants are shit for running to me. If I'm really worried I'll carry a full on pack.

I'd say between 1.25-1.5lbs max. Not that heavy at all.

I have had a new addition to my family which has taken me away from regular uploads but I will absolutely look into this :). I love field notes and they make some great special editions but I think even now there's still better alternatives to the normal production books.

@@SenecaSerpent Congratulations on your expanding family! I also love field notes, but they are a little expensive for me. I’ve gotten a few smaller notebooks through jetpens, but I haven’t found ones I’m really happy with. Ironically, a few years back, I saw the Marvel movie Captain America: the Winter Soldier and Steve Rogers had a little pocket notebook. Not only was I proud of that, but he had the exact same little pocket notebook that my dad used to use ALL the time. And now I can’t find them anywhere that is easily accessible. I’ve literally only found it on one website but I think you had to order over 100 of them and I think they were around $10 each. So that was a big no for me. 💙💙💙

They've been on my list for a hot minute :) Always seemed like a good dude

@@SenecaSerpent Tim is a great guy and does alot for his Tkellians. get on his lives on Sunday and win a knife. Great blades Definitely my 2 favorites Tkell and Compliance edge

They're great, just picked up a low vis variant of the 14L to test that as well.