All 3 Cold Steel XL Voyagers & Espada Large

[@voxpopuli905]

I got a fully serrated tanto Voyager. I showed it to a coworker and it blew his mind, he never seen a knife with so much awesomeness lol

[@357Muzzleblast]

These are great knives. My favorite, by far, is the Tanto. Next comes the Espada, then the Vaquero, and finally the Bowie, or clip point. I've heard people say it's hard to sharpen, but that's poppycock. I have all the Voyagers and the XL Espada. I love hollow grind knives, but I see the advantages of the flat grind knives, but the Tanto is a great chopper, it can baton (if you're into that), it's a great tool knife capable of prying, wonderful as a self defense or combat knife and has all the advantages of a hollow grind knife and can penetrate better than any of them (though the Espada is no slouch in that department). The Vaquero, though, is the sleeper of the bunch and is, in my opinion, the best compromise, not the clip point. But to each his own.

[@matthias66]

This was a very good video. Your explanations of the different advantages/disadvantages of different blade shapes and grinds (hollow/flat) were very logical and easy to follow. As I've said before, I think you do an excellent job with your videos. They are relatively short, easy to understand and follow, and filled with demonstrations of the capabilities of the knives/machetes/swords you review, and the history behind them. By the way, which blade design is your favorite for tactical purposes?

[@BuecherFuerAlle]

"if you're into sheering cuts" something about that sentence just made me chuckle ^^

[@LucidDreamZzZ]

Absolutely great video! This is much more than a cold steel knife comparison. It's a blade grind comparison, and a blade point comparison. There is A LOT of information in this video! A+ Video Sensei!

[@phpeters87]

I have the Vaquero Serrated in both Large (4") and the Extra Large (5.5") They are both my SD EDC knives - the Large during warmer weather when it's harder to conceal the XL, and the XL at night and/or during colder weather. They're both great quality knives at great prices and the Serrated edges are just plain friggin' nasty. I've owned several knives over the years and CS makes the best "Bang for the buck" knives, IMO

[@AbaddonsAnimosity]

I have been carrying my Cold Steel Voyager clip point xl for a few weeks now. Over all I love the knife, my only gripe would be the tip. With very and I do mean VERY light use (mostly opening mail, cutting up a few cardboard boxes, and cutting paracord) the tip has formed a small burr on either the back of the blade or side to side. I've had to file this down 3 times so far, which is pretty annoying. Not only is it the pointiest tip of any knife I have owned, but it is also by far the weakest. If this is happening with light duty work I would hate to see what would happen to the blade after a few days in the woods. Don't get me wrong, I love the knife, but I do think for the price (especially the Espada, which has the same blade steel) it should withstand a little better.

[@LKN4WAR]

I’m thinking the tanto would be the most compact when folded since it has no deep belly.

[@44SCB]

Just ordered the xl clip point, and after watching this video I know I picked the right one. Probably should have watched the video first though, but oh well. Same reason you said, I figured it was the most versatile, plus it looks the best in my opinion because the handle goes back and the point goes up slightly.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

I like the Voyager XL because of the grip the handle gives and the blade design is more stabby

[@lylesmith6304]

I've been studying this subject for 50 years and I learned a lot.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

I'd go with the Espada, it's very sturdy

[@mikedifeo8344]

Awesome Review. I have (2) Voyagers clip point. My next will be the Voyager Tanto. I believe the tanto blade in the Voyager is just as strong, if not stronger, than all the rest. All the knives I own with tanto blades seem to be heftier than the other blade styles. As far as the Espada, it is double the price. Do you get double the value? I don't think so. If I consider the Espada, I would get the real Espada. A lot more knife than any of the above. Worth 4 times the price? YES

[@thomaschainey3230]

Great video thanks. Love all those Cold Steel knifes and one day will probably have them all added to my collection of Cold Steel. I did finally pull the trigger and bought the XL Voyager drop point. It will be a great all around utility, bushcraft and survival knife. Filling the gap between my 4 Max Scout, great hard use & utility, and my XL Espada, greatest for self-defense, survival of and tactical purposes. I like that the XL Voyager drop point is a saber grind for strength and the tip is thinner then the 4 Max Scoutr but still stout enough and it has jimping for the thumb.

[@MAGR1994]

I bought the Vaquero, it arrived like a week ago! I like it! It is very sharp! The only thing that I don't like about it is iron cross pattern in the grip! too rough, , , but the knife is ok :)

[@CaptDavesSportfishing]

very novelty.... use for the modern day cubical occupant?

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

These are for when Dilbert goes postal

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@Red1Storm - Thanks, Redstorm, glad it helped you decide.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

Thanks, I think you will like the Espada!

[@guitarplayabreh9445]

Well, the espada may have a tougher spine, but it will have a more brittle edge. There's a vid of a guy who used his espada XL for chopping a tree branch, and a HUGE chunk of the blade snapped out in the hollow portion, like halfway from the edge to the start of the hollow grind. It's just really thin to wards the edge, and for harder cutting tasks, it'll break much easier.

[@nobodysreview6137]

He may be talking like if you stood on the knife sideways type thing, obviously it depends, also, the Espada is weaker because it doesnt have hardened allumium liners, there is no liners on the Espada, just small ones. The G 10 is strong though so they are both pretty solid and very lightweight for the size. I prefer the XL Voyager because they are made well and dont have the stupid wave feature. Its fun but gets old quick since it can catch when you dont want it to. I prefer a fast two handed opening because its 100% reliable and a thumb stud is fine for a normal non tactical opening. We need black stone washed blades though.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@Probablyshouldnthave - I've carried the Clip Point XL Voyager in the side pocket of my cargo pants (the pocket beside the knee) and it was very easy to carry. The top flap of the pocket conceals the top of the knife. I even walked around a mall with it, no problems.

[@cclayton1997]

Can't decide between clip point and vaquero. Love the classic shape of the clip point but also love the wicked shape of the vaquero.... maybe I will have to get both.... Lol.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@Bobergaga - Probably the XL Tanto because if you like your medium one you'll definitely like the XL!

[@GRILLBUOY101]

tanto style pure punching power. the secondary point is the shiznit on the voyager tantos

[@TheRealBigAP]

The chicken is the shiznit 😈

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@FuwaForestFilmsHD - Thanks, friend!

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@JackTheGripper1985 - The Espada looks like it has the same bead blast, so yes it is lol. The other three have a stonewash so I think they will resist rust better.

[@chrisdyck6524]

When you deliver a blow with the Voyager vaquero and your hand is on the back of the handle, do you place your thumb on the back of the handle or do you completely enclose it with your fist?

[@shortfatgunguy]

Always such great information bro! Thank you! Just ordered the Vaquero XL fully serrated edge. I can't wait to have it in my hands!

[@GRILLBUOY101]

thats alot of blade.i carry 1 too.not a childs play knife

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

I know Lynn Thompson prefers the tantos for the snap cuts he likes

[@gatormouth337]

great video. I really appreciate the information. Although this video is somewhat old the info never goes out of date. really appreciate the information. Although this video is somewhat old the info never goes out today. I have the large Voyager clip point serrated and I really like it. It's a great ADC for me.. it's a great EDC for me. I also have the special Lynn Thompson Edition XL Voyager with the serrated Vaquero blade with the serrated Vaquero blade. Very cool enough but it is in the collection. I also ordered the regular extra-large Voyager with a smooth boat Cairo blade and I love it. I carry it sometimes although it is 1/2 inch more than what it legal to carry here in Louisiana. The Recon one is a beast. I purchased the updated version and I love it. The Recon one is a beast. I purchased the updated version and I loved. If the Voyager is not my EDC then the Recon one is in my pocket and at all times I carry the Spartan for self-defense

[@theWZZA]

Kudos for getting through this video without cutting yourself!

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

Thanks, it is definitely an occupational hazard :]

[@chronickevin420]

excellent comprehensive breakdown. I chose the clip point.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

+Tarrnack Thank you!

[@oxman1800]

Great video. I have the tanto and man I love that thing. Now I am looking at getting either the Vaquero or clip point pretty much strictly for self defense/coolness factor. I have no doubt that the espada is stronger but the grivory is no joke. I realized this after watching the cold steel test vid where Demko hung 460lbs from the spine of the Voyager before the BLADE actually snapped and not the pivot or handle. I just wish the voyagers had a thumbplate...

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

+travis godawa Yeah these XL Cold Steel folders are total beasts, there is no substitute in this category!

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@jmce3 - I think the Espada would penetrate winter clothing the best.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

Thanks, buddy! I try. Out of these, the Large Espada would be.

[@HerbWalker]

Hey IZ!!!!! Herb here. I just got the Voyager for Fathers Day and WHAT A BEAST??? WOW!! Take care Brother "Scouts OUT!" :)

[@jmce3]

If you had to choose between the four blades vs winter gear Coats layered clothes. What would be the best option?

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

The Vaquero is pretty fun

[@muleyscousin6258]

XL Clip Point, or Vaquero Voyager: For backpacking and long distance hiking, which would be more useful in processing wood, making feather-sticks, cleaning small game/fish, and general purposes ?

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

+Mulys Cousin I think the Clip point would be most useful.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@nestornegron - Thanks! I took 3 year of Spanish in high school and all I learned how to say in Spanish was "the bicycle is an orange dog car" lol.

[@kylechapman9299]

Awesome knifes

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

Thanks, bro!

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@Chiburi - I think it would work just as well, I have an old 2XL Vaquero fully serrated and I don't think it would have any trouble doing its thing :]

[@NestorNegronDiaz]

You might explain shearing cut like doing a "machete chop". It's called a "machetazo" or "navajazo"in Spanish.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@Probablyshouldnthave - I didn't get any of the 4 inch voyagers because I figured the Recon1 is just as good, maybe a little better, in the 4 inch category. But I love the XL Voyagers.

[@Psychonaut999]

Good comparison! A weighing would have been great (yeah, I know I stress that a lot, its just a point to consider if you are carrying big knives), but apart from that a gret review as always. Actually one of the best most interesting so far.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

Thanks, bro! I'm glad you found it useful in your decisions!

[@jacksmiler-brandenburg5432]

anyone else think that the vaquero looks kinda like a Navaja

[@spottyaloha]

my espada xl just arrived, wow what a knife. thanks for all the advise, keep up the great reviews. Hold out 1 is next.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@TruthBeTold2K - I did a couple a few months back, one was 10 Different Tip Designs and one was Knives With Different Grinds, just do a search and you'll find them, hope they help.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

I prefer the clip point one.

[@NestorNegronDiaz]

Have you checked the BUDK AK 47 Folding Knife. It looks solid. I have one, but I dont know how good or bad that can be.

[@powerplay4real174]

Serrated Vaquero is the best combat blade IMHO 🎱🎃⚔️🖤😎💲☠️💲😎🖤⚔️🎃🎱

[@Wainwrightization]

@1nvrknws A friend added a thumb plate to his tanto voyager. I haven't looked but I'm pretty sure there's a how to of it somewhere online.

[@TheMightyPurv]

Thanks for the awesome vid Israel! Never really considered the specialized uses of these different blade shapes...still probably NEED to have at least 2 of them though...

[@Probablyshouldnthave]

also how pocketable is it? all day? it would really be cool to put thewave plate from the rajah or espada on these

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@camonightmare - I'm glad it helped!

[@jdog870]

do you happen to have different sizes of the voyager series? i'd like to see a difference in that in a future video.

[@DaiReborn]

Wow, lots of good info in this video. Thanks a ton Israel, the spade is gorgeous

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@0rgazman - It would be cool if they made a new Rajah about the same length as these.

[@ezahamm]

Between this voyager,which one is the best to do some batoning?

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@kataklystik - MrFairWarning uses the XL Espada, which is a very good recommendation :] (the G10 works just as well).

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

YES

[@Bobergaga]

Thinking about getting one of these XLs to go with a medium tanto and large vaquero I currently have. Which blade style would you recommend?

[@markzc6236]

Hold the fuck up! Who IS, Coldsteels competition?!

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@kataklystik - Yes he does, and notice he spins his blades all the time, I

[@spottyaloha]

Awsome review, I have 1 of each on the reviw, except for the espada. I'm gonna order one after watching your review. Lots of good usable info. Thanks a bunch.

[@buggymak]

I have the espada extra large and i have also the rajah 2.and for the a great utility knife the rajah is better than the espada,but the espada for self defence or an edc knife man when you take off this huge knife of your pants this is a shocking or a very desuative knife.

[@moneystewart5257]

I like the one with the Serpentine blade , yeah yeah I gotta get one with that blade if not two.😎🎱😎

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@1nvrknws - I wish the medium size Espada had the wave plate too!

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@pillemannen - HEy! I'm afraid to ask where you were?!

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@JackTheGripper1985 - Yes, a blade for war !

[@kataklystik]

I'm going to south america for 6 months, I'm thinking g10 Espada XL. What do you think Israel? I'm just at the beginning of the video but I'm sure it's going to be awesome like always!

[@MAGR1994]

I will buy the Voyager Medium later tonight , but I don't know if Vaquero or Clip Point?

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@pillemannen - Lol, I knew it had to do with jail. You and JackTheGripper1985 are my two most violent subscribers!

[@Hydra572]

Hey man, nice video. I don't know if I've commented on anything of yours yet, but I really enjoy and appreciate all of your videos. Out of curiosity, you don't happen to own the Spyderco/Ed Vallotton Sub-Hilt knife do you? If so, would you recommend it, or have you encountered any issues? If not, with your impressive collection, is there a specific reason you haven't picked it up, or just not fond of it?

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@Hydra572 - Thanks! Sorry, I don't have that one, but my buddy JohnWayneColt45 has a vid on it. I don't really have a reason for not getting it, except that I can't get every knife lol.

[@kylec166]

Awesome knifes I own 2 of them both are separated

[@frogger832]

Are recurves difficult to sharpen?

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@pillemannen - I actually don't have either of those, see, I don't own every knife! :]

[@JPEBeard]

between the voyagers, which design is best for battle?

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@buggymak - It is shock and awe, when you pull out the big tool they know you came to play haha

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

Thanks!

[@MAGR1994]

U talking about slashing and the knife so close to your arm and im nervous here at home LOL

[@AxleKlown]

I only wish the espada large and xl came with lanyard holes

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

For tickling of course.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

Excellent

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

Thank you, I appreciate it!

[@LDmagnum]

Just ordered the new kris model

[@Chiburi]

Interesting talk. Do you have any thoughts on the serrated Vaquero?

[@davidbutler1825]

I have the Vaquero and I love it, but I chose the smooth one because I can sharpen it very easily (Worksharp), and it doesn't get stuck in clothing. If you get some rags, you can try a one-slice cut (no sawing) with each type of blade and doing that got me completely uninterested in serrated knives. Smooth knives will slice open a big bag of dog food, but serrated blades stick.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

Thank you, buddy!

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

@TBaker1964 - Live the dream! These are all great to use/collect.

[@tigerpisces5506]

ALWAYS GREAT REVIEWS.

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

Thanks, bro!

[@hansr7580]

Can you do a review of the Xtra lare Espada?

[@Probablyshouldnthave]

hey Israel, what do think compared to the recon1?

[@powerplay4real174]

Do you have a favorite in that group and if so way ? 😎🥋😎

[@powerplay4real174]

Ever mind it the Clip Point Voyager XL because of price and usability.🖤🎃🖤

[@Almosteasyese]

I already have a tanto voyager, having trouble sharpening it at the moment because I ise a rod. I might get another one for my left side, should I get a clip point or would it be better to have twin tantos because im getting used to snap cutting?

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

If you're good enough to dual wield them, then it won't matter which tip type you choose, but I would choose the two different tips anyway.

[@Almosteasyese]

Thank you! I like being able to draw from either side incase something happens to one

[@jacksmiler-brandenburg5432]

+snow man nah if get a vaquero

[@WeAllJuggleKnives]

If you get both then you need the third one, just for the set lol.

[@MegaPillowman]

ARE ALL THOSE BLADES AUS-8

[@Hydra572]

@WeAllJuggleKnives Awesome, thanks man I hadn't seen his channel yet.

[@rafterrs]

Sweet video. Happy New Year man!

[@josephmac2386]

Yes but you can get a snaggletooth LLC Bolt on Wave opener for voyagers. They work really good I buy the aluminum ones anybody interested and go to snaggletooth LLC I own Espada as well. It's the better knife.