$27 Rambo Knife - Cold Steel Survival Edge - The Rambo Survival Knife Project

[@keness4768]

The orange one looks like an excellent boating knife.

[@charlesbarreca7628]

I beat the snot outta this thing, use a claw hammer to baton with it. Haven’t broke it yet(2years) great knife to keep in a car kit for emergencies.

[@BayouGusto]

You got to send it to him for free if you want to get a positive review.

[@ashtonquincy3800]

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[@allanquinton7329]

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[@ashtonquincy3800]

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[@davidday6736]

Just curious, did you have all the gear in the handle when you were throwing it?

[@clarkpitts5393]

Nice Review. I have a couple doz. Cold Steel Knives. They hold up good for the $$ . My favorite Cold Steel is the two hand Machete , I keep it on my four wheeler for everything. Take care, Clark

[@OnTheRiver66]

Good video. My son has one of these and I have a number of Cold Steel knives and they all impress me. There are two reasons for the high polish on the blade. You can use it to reflect the sun to signal, and the better the polish on stainless steel the better the corrosion resistance under conditions like salt water. Your throwing skills have improved!

[@buckaroobunnyslippers]

I bought this months ago on your recommendation and totally impressed how well it's held up. It's not going to replace my bk-9, but it's not supposed to. Added a mini tube of krazy glue, med and water tabs, some fire cotton and waxed matches, and wrapped the sheath in paracord. It's so light and cheap, you can throw it in a bag, glove box and forget about it until you're stuck. Thanks for doing these hollow knife reviews without any of the "I'd never use a knife that isn't full tang." nonsense. The light duty, cheap tool you have on hand is a hell of a lot more useful than the perfect one ya didn't bring that day.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It is a decent knife for sure

[@ImTheKingOfHyrule]

I'm pretty impressed with Cold Steel's knives from my experience with the SRK. This survival knife is cheap enough that it could make a good Christmas present. It has a good novelty factor going for it while also being an actual useful item.

[@notfamousprepper7369]

Thanks for the review. My favorite part is the smile on your face after a successful balance and rotation test throw 👍

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Because it's fun

[@larryhillman5787]

Wow. Rambo meets Mora. This knife is a winner for sure. This knife was obviously inspired by Mora with the polypropylene molded handle and Scandi style grind plus the poly sheath with mounted ferro rod. The survival kit was well done with useful items. For Bushcraft work including light batoning, this is a good choice and reasonably priced. Thanks for showing this knife. Cold Steel has produced a keeper here. Regards Larry

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I agree Larry.

[@imbadwrench]

I filled mine with 2ton devcon epoxy right to the first oring in the grip. Its noticeably stronger. whatever storage space I lost was worth the trade IMO.

[@SgtRudySmith31bRet]

That's a good idea! How is the tang fixed to the handle?

[@imbadwrench]

looks like the handle was molded to the blade during manufacturing

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Good idea

[@mackykintanar7489]

I'm sorry but I can't see this as a good idea: 1. You get a false sense of security thinking it is strong. 2. You lost the storage feature which is the reason for buying it in the first place. A comparatively priced full tang knife would actually be better

[@imbadwrench]

the amount of storage lost was minimal. I could feel the blade moving in the handle doing simple tasks. tasks that a mora would do without a problem. the epoxy made the difference between this going in the bag with my pellet rifle or in the drawer with my old rambo knife.

[@southpaw13100]

The satisfaction on your face sticking that blade on the rotation device priceless.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It is fun.

[@dannyboswell7188]

I was about to buy another mora and I think I’m going to check one of these out bc of your review. Thanks for making these videos. I love em

[@perryparsons9960]

I caught the orange one on some type of Amazon Prime discount a few years back, and got them for 8 bucks each, without the goodies in the handle. No problem, got 4 of them, have given a couple as gifts, have one in my get home bag and one in the gun safe with the other 80 or so knives I consider 'just in case'. I have a LOT of Cold Steel products, including 3 machetes I use daily in my job as a land surveying crew chief. Great review, very comprehensive, and yes, they are razor sharp right out of the box.

[@chemgeek6868]

I would highly caution you about recommending this knife. Like you, I am a Scoutmaster and Cold Steel enthusiast. I bought this knife almost a year ago and showed it to the boys as a cheaper alternative. Much to my chagrin, it developed a problem with the short tang starting to pop through the handle with only semi light batoning. If you'd like a picture, let me know.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I am gonna do some long term testing on this one. So we’ll see how it holds up.

[@dtester]

Good to know! While I do believe this knife it tougher than a Mora, I do think you should probably treat it as you would a Mora (ie - avoid all but the most extra light batoning). If you really like the hollow handle, the CS Bushman are pretty cheap and tough :)

[@jeffcarter3139]

Good review my friend. I like Cold Steel knives. I have several. One is the one piece hollow handle bushman. Take care Brian and have a great day. Tennessee

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I reviewed that One a while back

[@MrHrKaidoOjamaaVKJV]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose These CS Survival knifes looks promising. Which do you prefer this CS Survival Knife or the Bushman? I like the versatility ability of the Bushman as an improvised Spear.

[@AdamsBrew78]

K-town ftw

[@vcbuilder5541]

Looks like the Mora factory was infiltrated by a spy 🤪😜

[@taurbaby]

Looks like cold steel borrowed a few cues from morakniv!! I wonder if that sucker will float if dropped in some water....

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I don’t think so.

[@Neeverseen]

yes it floats

[@taurbaby]

@@Neeverseen sold! Take my money!!!!!

[@davemi3213]

The hollow handle explains that it’s not full tang

[@ryewhiskeyfan5946]

I appreciate the out of the box reviews. I watch reviews to see the quality of the product and the reviewers initial impressions. If the edge needs to be touched up I can do that. If the blade needs a complete reprofiling, that is something different. I keep some tender in the handle. Keep doing what you're doing. Thanks.

[@bigal2696]

Good review and I appreciate your candor and transparency. I'm going to check out that knife

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks.

[@usarchitects]

Bryan, when I heard German steel and 27 bucks I went straight to Amazon and bought one before the price goes up. Thanks for the review!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I am glad it helped

[@wildwill3336]

I like the Bushman and I have rubber corks from lowes to plug the holes.

[@nunninkav]

Much better than expected, batoning with it without breaking it in half, as well as sticking it, really shows that handle is no joke. I like hollow handled survival knives, not for batoning wood! Lol, but they are great as that 1 thing on your belt you could bug out with then fish, cut some cordage, start a fire and SURVIVE! Cold Steel are always razor sharp out of the box.

[@luckydl7650]

Nice review. There are a lot of knife snobs who will never give this knife even a basic look. This knife should not be your main camp knife, however it definitely makes a great backup knife with some great survival attributes. As you demonstrated it's sharp out of the box, light weight and a capable survival tool at a reasonable price point. Overall durability is pretty good if its not overly abused. It makes a good option for a day pack, as a backup camp knife, and for boating, kayaking and fishing. The small survival kit that is included is actually decent. Overall I have been pleased with mine.

[@Ballista762]

Lucky DL What’s would be your main camp knife?

[@luckydl7650]

​@@Ballista762 A Morakniv Companion and a Gerber Bear Grylls Survival Hatchet. This combo works well for me rather than a large heavy duty camp knife. For a couple of reasons, the Mora works good for my basic food prep and miscellaneous needs and I prefer the hatchet for any wood harvesting needs. I have also found that some people are put off by a large knife, but don't pay much notice to the smaller knife on my belt or the hatchet that is usually attached to my sling bag when camping or on day hikes. As a backup I also carry a Kershaw flipper which is part of my EDC.

[@Ballista762]

@@luckydl7650 Thanks for your response friend.

[@TimCatZ]

If you like this one try the Cold Steel Bushman (or Bowie) Solid piece of steel so no tang issues and has a hollow handle where you can store your own "kit." Love mine so much I have several.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I reviewed that one a while back.

[@paulhouse7946]

These little knives are pretty cool, and they have their place in the campsite too ! These would make great kayak fishing knives ! Got a review suggestion for the CRKT SiWi. It's a great little edc knife. I love mine !

[@garethbaus5471]

I once found the handle from a Rambo style knife, it wasn't attached to the blade. I believe the movie prop for the original Rambo knife was custom made.

[@carloshenriquez4115]

I just started watching your videos like a month ago and I love them. You do great reviews sir

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I appreciate that!

[@ronaldrose7593]

Great review Brian, thank you for sharing. It looks like a fine tool to have when in the Outdoors. 🤗

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

yep

[@Kayakwinds]

Nicely done. I, too, love Cold Steel products.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

yep

[@jeepnicc]

Hey Brian, I love Ya buddy, have always loved your videos and down-to-earth nature. I had to chuckle when you said you reviewed that harbor freight knife in honor of the last Rambo movie... That's like doing a review on a 1990 Yugo hatchback in honor of Gone in 60 Seconds! Thanks for all you do here on "the tube". I've always wondered about that Cold Steel Survival Edge. Looks like it would be A GREAT "stashing" knife. A guy could buy four or five and stash them in glove boxes, boats, motorcycle bags, etc, and forget about 'em till you need them. Thanks for sharing!

[@normedwards5305]

You can always tell when I've been sharpening my knives by the little bald spots on my arm.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

yep

[@garethbaus5471]

Or leg if I run out of arm hair.

[@bobbyc2114]

My last resort ball hair

[@garethbaus5471]

@@bobbyc2114 I spend a lot of time sharpening knives, and haven't quite gotten to that point yet

[@bobbyc2114]

Gareth Baus remember this 1 mistake can change everything

[@jackdorsey4734]

Is there a swivel that can be attached to the sheeth

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Maybe

[@michaelmendillo4614]

Cold Steel Rocks !!!! 😁🖒

[@OhioBladeandCutlery]

Man, great review. I need to get me one of those!

[@semco72057]

I am checking out that knife on Amazon right now and will order it as a backup knife to keep in my backpack as a good tool to use for preparing my food with. Thanks for demonstrating it's abilities and it seem to be a good backup knife.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I'm glad it helped.

[@MrMadhouse70]

In my opinion you strike the ferro rod correct Bryan. Dig that ferro rod down in the tinder and strike, and like you do, stop the strike just in the right moment to avoid push the tinder away.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I have tried it every way I can think of and that is the best way for me. By the way, you made me laugh out loud about the hard head saw in you latest video. And you can do great knife reviews. I like watching yours more than NutnFancy.

[@budgetbuyoutmisc.4916]

Is the handle reinforced with metal ?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

No

[@mattg6136]

Thanks Brian. Love the show. ATB.

[@billd4479]

Was the balance test done with or without the kit inside?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I think it was inside. I don't remember. Not sure that even matters. It was still fun.

[@KCSmith1]

Hello! So much better than the harbor freight! I thought that one was so funny! Thank you for posting both.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks for watching both. Stay tuned because this is gonna be a series. I have more hollow handle knives on the way.

[@sergelafrance3299]

Bryan can you test if the knife float, 1- only the knife empty, 2- only the knife with the kit in the handle, 3- and 4- same test with the sheath tank you.

[@timbo4374]

I have 5 CS folders, and 4 CS fixed blades, and never have I gotten one that wasn't sharp out of the box. A little stropping can fine tune it, but it is good to go out of the box e en without the strop. They know how to do an edge.

[@waitingisfun]

I like orange or neon green survival knives. If you drop them, you can easyly spot them.

[@mainemountainman3743]

Surprisingly cool knife, and nice throwing there Brian!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

just having fun

[@tckilby8427]

Perhaps a better design for a hollow handle would be something like a spear. Where the handle is created by flattening the metal and bending into a tube to fit shaft into.

[@garethbaus5471]

Probably one of the few ways to make it durable.

[@Ballista762]

Cold steel already makes that.

[@denniskeith1314]

The rubber o-rings on the handle are NOT glued in and they are the same diameter as the o-rings seal on the lid, so you have 4 extra seals for the lid. I like cold steel too! Have about 5 different ones.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

cool

[@garenkinoguhyt7088]

Very nice knife and very tough to boot

[@michaelpthompson]

Good video. Only thing worries me about a hollow handle survival knife would be the lack of a full tang.How much does that compromise the strength of the knife? Also, would have loved to see how effective the ceramic sharpening rod is. Seems a bit small, but we never found out if that affects anything.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

The knife was already razor sharp. What was there to show?

[@michaelpthompson]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose Just wondered how that little sharpener works. Maybe a follow up later?

[@dwightchapman9090]

Gotta try for 30 bucks. I love the review. You keep doing things your way. It works.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@raphlvlogs271]

can you haft it in to a spear?

[@bensharp8289]

Great video. Cool knife. My experience with Cold Steel fixed blades is they are virtually indestructible. Thanks for the great work!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

yep

[@jamessotherden5909]

Nice review. I just might get one. I have 15 cold Steel knives of various types. I've only broken one. A Recon Tanto folder. My fault. Don't try and clear a paper shredder with the power on. It took an inch of the tip off. And every Cold Steel knife comes razor sharp.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

lessons learned

[@tiendaforense]

beautiful video, thanks for posting

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thank you too

[@anthonyrusso640]

Not found in Amazon or Ebay

[@toddcox8436]

Great video. Thanks for sharing

[@ROE1300]

Thank you for introducing me to this Cold Steel product. Certainly as many pros as cons. For $28-$30 I couldn’t resist and purchased one off the link you provided. Like a good inexpensive Mora - why not own one. But, not selling my 25 year old Chris Reeve hollow handle knife just yet. 😀 Good review Bryan.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Man. I am jealous.

[@ROE1300]

Survival On Purpose I have the Ubejane. I also had the Special Project that Chris agreed to cut down to a 6” blade and a Shadow IV, both of which I sold long before he stopped production on these hollow handled knives. All were fantastic, but the Ubejane fits my needs more than the others - it is similar (if only in my mind) to a Nessmuk pattern knife. I added an orange plastic heat shrink coating to the handle as the bare steel got a little cold in very chilly weather. I have had no problems with this coating.

[@agnosjr]

Way better for sure! Have a great weekend my friend. Cheers!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Tjanks

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Cold Steel, winning again.

[@larryterry7874]

Need try the Cold Steel Kurki the cheapest model is a beast in the woods. And can be thrown up to a distance of 30 feet.easily

[@butchhill5656]

I like cold steel knives I just wish Lynn Thompson what do something about the Tang to strengthen it. When I was at Fort Bragg Fayetteville area a friend of mine own a knife shop on Bragg Boulevard. Gave me a big discount. Rambo 2 it just came out everybody was buying those knives. And those Rambo knives were expensive. I guess myself I'd still take a mora knife in the back pack any day of the week. One good thing we know a lot more now than we did then. Remember the old Schrade knife is one piece of Steel with a hollow handle hey that's a good deal

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I have to say it seems much stronger than I would have thought.

[@JohnSmith-nh3bc]

Not a bad stocking stuffer!

[@chiefsquattingbull7624]

No hollow handle for me.

[@landminehopscotch3617]

I like it. Maybe it’s nostalgia either way great review. Thanks Brian 👍🏻

[@uncleouch9795]

I don't have a problem with the first knife review in the sense of "Out of the Box". They couldn't have bugged you if you mentioned that. I personally use Benchmade and Kershaw for personal carry.

[@glenmo1]

I have seen online Cold steel company putting this knife through many torture tests like batoning and the blade never came loose or broke..

[@2laughandlaugh]

You did your job with the Rambo knife....you gave it a review right out of the box. Its not your fault it wasn't sharp. Lots of guys review knives after they sharpen the blade...I don't feel that's an honest review. If you make and sell knives the least you can do is sharpen it before you package it for resale.

[@stephen8433]

I don't need it, however, you have shown it to be a good knife.I like the secure blade that can take normal survival use.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Me too

[@stephen8433]

10:4! @@SurvivalOnPurpose

[@allenelam6135]

Looks like a great budget knife. Thanks for the review.

[@GODSGIRL6721]

Good video someday maybe look at a block knife?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Huh?

[@mudpawsvoom6132]

Yeah I trust any thing from cold steel. They are the best I have a bunch of knifes and swords an a some other goodies from them .

[@tingley428]

Only question I'm left with is does it float? (looks like maybe was designed to)

[@donaldheine6243]

I have a couple survival edge knives. For what they can do they are awesome. And they don't hardly weight anything. The steel is pretty good, and they are easy to sharpen. The 5" blade is just big enough to baton with, and still small enough that I wouldn't mind dressing and butchering a deer with it. A lot of survival knives I've bought over the years are a lot heavier than this, and really aren't any more capable.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Good points.

[@Mike-rx3mn]

Great video Brian, don't let the haters get you down. I bought a $2.00 Walmart Mora knock off because I didn't want to lose my Mora on a canoe trip if gear got dumped, it was really sharp, did well on the trip but just because it was sharp didn't make it good. I always sharpen my knives after use and I still have that knife and carry it in my gear to loan out if someone forgot their Mora, yea it's a POS but it works 2 years later, so sharp doesn't mean its good, or that it will hold an edge, but this $2.00 knife did, but it's like the old joke about riding a moped, it'll get you there, but you wouldn't want a friend see you riding one, this Billybay ? knife works but I always carry my Mora now, and not that I think about it that seems wrong, I guess I shouldn't be worried about name brand stuff if it works, and most of the knives I have are from overseas anyway.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@jerrynewman1380]

I glad u shoed that knife..I was wanting to get one but I didn't know much about it..I live in Augusta and was gone get it from Atlanta cutlery

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@dragon3831]

Augusta, as in maine?

[@jerrynewman1380]

Augusta georgia

[@jerrynewman1380]

@@dragon3831 no not main..Augusta georgia

[@markadams7597]

Ooooo, I like it. Great review! Ty.

[@bigfootbushcraft7063]

I like that knife I did buy one years ago and put it in my pack and left it there I didn’t know it came with a ceramic rod. That’s cool! I have to dbl check mine to make sure before I bet on it. And I messaged you on FB about those 2ways I wanted to know if the ones on Amazon are still the same as yours

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I thought I responded. Yes they are.

[@jonnyboat2]

Do you have any techniques for defending yourself against someone throwing a knife at you? Any Chuck Norris moves? That would be an interesting defense video.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I do what Bruce Lee recommended in an interview I read once. He was asked that exact question. His answer: RUN!

[@jonnyboat2]

Survival On Purpose I guess it boils down to asking would you rather take a chance on getting stuck in the front or the back?

[@pattygreen8064]

i have that orange hollow handle knife, got it as a gift. its garbage like most hollow handle knives you are trowing away reliability and durability to fit some toys in the handle.

[@chiefkirk]

Great knife with a good price. Sounds like a winner.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I think so

[@indianprepper2478]

Good backup knife. Does any small flash light fit in handle ?

[@billmelton8993]

The other Rambo knife was meant to be fun and a joke people need to just get over themselves and learn to lighten up keep up the good work Brian

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

One thing I have learned from having this channel is the number of people who take everything way too seriously.

[@owenjosephking7396]

Best Wishes from Bonnie Scotland Brian !!!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks.

[@fernandojimenez2922]

Aunque parece k aguanta yo no lo usaría para batonear lo usaría como cuchillo secundario pero la vd k tiene m.buen filo saludos desde España

[@SgtRudySmith31bRet]

How are you liking that casio watch? I got mine about 3 weeks ago and my only complaint is the band is either to tight or to lose.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I like it. I like it a lot.

[@malarkydeeznuts3391]

nahh i'll stick the full tang with wood handle

[@cephasmcpher67peteroutdoorspip]

That would be a great knife for the tackle box, but other than that I don't think I would take it any further than the ole stump top. As always nice review Bryan.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It seems pretty good to Me.

[@nuancolar7304]

Being from Cold Steel, it demands at least a look....but if I saw that knife at the '99 cents' table at Dollar General, I'd probably walk right past it.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I know

[@TheGreekPytheus]

Great review, much appreciated!!

[@stefanoceraglia7061]

Grande Brian

[@nicholasramsey1988]

You are correct this is a much better knife. Schrade makes the best hollow handle survival knife(s) I have seen they are one piece handle and blade of good quality steel funny thing is they always come with a screw driver bit set in the handle I guess you could take it out and replace it though. I would be surprised if you had not reviewed one of these in the past I have seen several reviews just can’t remember if one was from you. Great vid this looks like a value knife worth checking out.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I did review 2 of them.

[@nicholasramsey1988]

Survival On Purpose I thought you had I enjoy your work thanks.

[@dannyboy5571]

I have many cold steel knives,great knives,built very well,surprised to see a cheap looking survival knife,if cold steel puts it out it must be a decent knife?

[@medivedowncc]

Hey Bryan. Very impressed! I will probably look into purchasing one of those knives! Never knew it existed till now. Im also super interested in your Casio watch. What model, features, water resistance and all that good stuff. I would like to purchase one of them as well. Great video, awesome info as always. GOD speed to ya my friend.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Hey Chris. It is a Casio Pro Trek FD-30 Smart Watch with GPS. It is really nice. I'll be doing a review in really soon. But, just to be clear, it is not a low budget watch. About $550 on Amazon amzn.to/2PYOYg4

[@tordenvaer480]

It has a nice mirror polish

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

shiny

[@faizadawjee6350]

Cold Steel worlds strongest, sharpest knives

[@kuzinit2374]

Wouldn't count on it for survival, but it would be a good tackle box knife

[@raphlvlogs271]

are there machete versions of them?

[@pattihainline1573]

Not as big as some of the other rambo knives. Has quite a bit of stuff in it that would come in handy. No saw on it. Cuts wood pretty well. Feril rod better than matches lasts a long time. Good balance. Could be larger though. However good knife.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It is very well made and not a bad choice for the price

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Sure is an Upgrade from your last test. Thanks Bryan ! Be Well, Friend ATB T God Bless

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yes it is Terry. And I have some more on the way. We're gonna do a series ;-)

[@nomad753]

Looks like it would make a good fishing bobber.