Battle of Bowies - $20 Blades Tested and Compared

[@LucaCavaletto]

Fun fact: before the video, Skall cut down a massive tree only using those knives to get a stump to use as a table.

[@konstasavikko9956]

And with only one swing.

[@prismaticc_abyss]

No he obviously used a pommel to cut down the tree with one throw

[@Hoody99999]

Richard Graf I mean of course

[@gheetza14]

NO!!! He ended the tree rightly using a pommel.

[@CazadorSlayer]

Pssht, these knives couldn't chop down that tree! Look at how clean that cut is! He clearly used a masterwork katana, forged from only the purest of *GLORIOUS NIPPON STEEL!*

[@onepants6081]

*wild man beats wood with knifes in the wilderness for 16 minutes*

[@Tube_Chaser]

you had me at "beats wood"

[@Ranstone]

Sounds painful (͠≖ ͜ʖ͠≖)

[@claudioroberto6554]

@@Ranstone 8:46 hehe

[@RULERofCERTAINthings]

that just what he showed us, dude was probably out there nearly an hour chopping shit up

[@devinm.6149]

* *Knives*

[@Ranstone]

Doctor: Skall, take it easy on your shoulder, kay? Skall:

[@Lixvach]

Who else was expecting the "Fantasy" knife to break during recording.

[@Ranstone]

I actually expected it to hold up. Wall-hanger _knives_ tend to be overbuilt, which is one of the reasons they're so non-ergonomic. (P.S. Just for clarity, I said knives, not swords. XD )

[@Lixvach]

@@Ranstone Makes sense, this one looks way too flimsy though, holes in blades really speak volume about their purpose if you ask me.

[@hootenknives153]

I was shocked it held up

[@phantomthunder203]

"Fake tactical" is what I call that, dont you just hate it when your knife makes a noise like that?

[@ninjahombrepalito1721]

@@Lixvach but look at the overall mass of the blade, tho. Keep in mind, it being uncomfortable might be because Skall has small hands.

[@joelcallear385]

Love Bowie, great artist

[@GirishManjunathMusic]

His Starman is high art...

[@syalem]

Last album was sick

[@Psycho-Ssnake]

I still prefer to call him Ziggy Stardust.

[@daviddaniels6645]

The two losing knives were Under Pressure at the end.

[@leonstrongbow2410]

Booooooooowy.

[@spooky8662]

Budget showdowns are always a favorite video of mine. Do different budget weapons!

[@mickeybonez8950]

Same here, being so affordable the KZbin’s is usually inclined to beat it to its limit lol

[@gravitysnegative1962]

Skalls knife throwing is clean af. Great video.

[@tcup3946]

I spent some time sharpening the Uncle Henry. Not only does it hold a razor sharp edge,the thing is a beast. I have thrown it. Ran over by accident. It still looks like new. I actually like it more then some of my 60.00 to 80.00 bowies. It's not a bad looker either. My friends picked one up after camping using it. In the States it reminds me of a knife my grandpa had.

[@DeAthWaGer]

Just keep making blade on blade cuts until you have two really bad serrated knives.

[@PsylomeAlpha]

but he already bought one of those!

[@KarstonHope0525]

I actually own both the Mossy Oak and the Uncle Henry Bowie knives. I love them both, but I prefer the Uncle Henry as far as performance, but the Mossy Oak as far as design. I’m glad to see Skallagrim also prefers the Henry.

[@zacharygidge]

I just bought the uncle Henry how do you like it?

[@croutendo2050]

You should do more tests/reviews of budget knives/swords/etc. The comparison aspect wasn't bad either.

[@lelandsmith2320]

how about Devil's edge single edged qama. 80 bucks is budget, 20 bucks is laughable and usually Chicom

[@khartog01]

Skall: "I need to to sell my longsword. I wonder who will buy it. Wait? What's that noise?" Shad: "MACHICOLATIONS! I'll buy your sword!"

[@christophersmith8848]

But what about DRAGONS?

[@breaden4381]

I have an Uncle Henry Schrade 153UH. I got it from my grandfather. I don't know how much he used it but the different sides of the age have different angles and the guard wiggles a bit. On the bright side it's sturdy as far as I know.

[@TheWoodsman661]

I think you would like the Old Timer bowie knife Mossy oak has lower quality steel than Uncle Henry, but the Uncle Henry knives have always been some of the best, especially for the money.

[@PR0J3CTS_PROJECTS]

I bought my dad an old Tomer Bowie as a joke, but that knife still sharp as a razor blade after he did a few quick runs on a whetstone

[@nathanstautzenberger8381]

I have an old timer sharpfinger, it's a damn good knife, didn't know they had bowies

[@PR0J3CTS_PROJECTS]

@@nathanstautzenberger8381 I should've been more clear, schrade makes a Bowie knife called the old timer

[@nathanstautzenberger8381]

i know they're made by schrade, it's a series of knives, I just didn't know that they made an old timer bowie

[@PR0J3CTS_PROJECTS]

@@nathanstautzenberger8381 oh lol, but yeah they make Bowie knife, it's a good knife

[@mr.waffles8739]

I really enjoy these head to head blade comparisons :)

[@knighthawk3759]

Yes I could have told you I own the Uncle Henry Bowie and I was very surprised at the quality for the price I got mine for about 17. Although mine was extremely shaving sharp right out of the box and I'm happy to carry it in the brush because I don't have to worry about breaking it as it is easily replaced

[@nietschecrossout550]

If you don't have enough money for real weapons but still need that revenue, the solution is $20 knife comparison. Hmm wait, KZbin demonetizes his vids anyways. Nice vid stall

[@Leftyotism]

why weapon?

[@Leftyotism]

@@Miraak0Konahrik lol, i read "demonizes" xD

[@Leftyotism]

@@Miraak0Konahrik well, it's not too far apart, isn't it? xD

[@Leftyotism]

@@Miraak0Konahrik i will not endeavour in theorizing about eventual reasons concerning this matter greetings^^

[@Wetcorps]

Stallagrim, Skall's communist cousin :D

[@lohirawolf5836]

3:53 "The Mall Rambo special" WAHAHAHAHAHAHAH

[@SuperSmitty75]

Love the review of basic knives. Not the most exciting thing but, relevant and relateable. Good average consumer advice. Thanks, Skall! Also, second the "take care of your left arm" sentiment.

[@Zarkonem]

Using your left arm again so soon? Careful, you said it's still weak, don't injure it yet again!

[@Zarkonem]

@BlackDeathViral03 and then did more HEMA sparring on it and twisted it weird and messed it all up again...

[@evanbelli2822]

While I do not prefer Bowie knives my current fixed blade knife I carry right now is the Uncle Henry Hunter Pro Mini I use it as a utility knife for everyday cutting two small wood carving projects and bushcrafting for Budget fixed blade knives I really don't think you can go wrong with Uncle Henry and they come shaving Sharp which as you say in many of your videos is extremely rare

[@AngDavies]

It did do better - the other one had cut into the black one, but that meant the blade became wedged inside the black one and the twisting stress caused a bit to snap off You could get the same if you wedged it into a tree and Twisted it too badly the winning blade ends up in a much weaker position at the end as it has much less steel to support that bit of the blade wedged inside the other one

[@baronvonbeans9887]

Ah the Uncle Henry, I've had my eye on that for a while Good to see it's not absolute garbage then

[@JKAV_76]

"you're too rough with your blades" as if its not supposed to be functional

[@WastelandSeven]

One thing I do with cheap knives that have rough handles is to glue/wrap jute twine around the handle, then cover it with polyurethane deck sealant. Makes it super secure. Takes a lot of shock out.

[@umfize]

I know you've been wondering what kind of content to do lately and i think this is perfect it appeals to everyone

[@HARMARSCH2]

I own The Uncle Henry 181UH, I like the knife. I however dislike the Nylon Sheath. I’m going to have a Leather Sheath Made for it.

[@lorddemonoss3945]

I used to own the big black handle rambo looking knife. Pretty good for $15 at the time. Had to sharpen it. Gave it to a friend before he and his family moved to Texas. Later on I got my self a $80 Texas holdem bowie knife for $40. Didn't need sharpening. Pretty cheap since they couldn't find the box and sheath it comes with.

[@Chokmahod]

I like this new type of format. Thanks.

[@theviking6052]

Funny ! I watched this because I have the first one you showed the price on. The one that looks like the uncle Henry. I have big hands and I find it very comfortable! I also have a wood handle Bowie knife from Winchester that is nice but I actually like the other better. When chopping like that it is good to use some king of rope to hold it in you hand

[@TegukiSix]

The audio sounds great!

[@darkjesterxiii]

So after watching your review, I got the Uncle Henry knife. I have to say I'm pleased with the product. It arrived sharp as hell. I'm not sure I'll be as thorough in its use as you were with yours but I imagine it'll last me long enough to be worth the price.

[@Gullible147]

I was actually thinking about buying a Bowie or buck knife so this helped me alot.. thanks Skall

[@stargazerfox]

Wow Skall. That was a really great video, I really missed your knife reviews. And what a find that Uncle Henry one, really thinking of buying myself one (price + quality)!

[@weaponofmassfun9296]

Very informative. I now know what to look for in a budget knife. Thank you for this test.

[@Epotheros]

The speed holes in the one knife makes you trow it so fast it vibrates.

[@shelbyherring92]

Okay, I am glad that someone finally did a legit review of that Mossy Oak blade, which I see in Wal Mart and sport stores all the time and wonder if it's any good. Kinda figured the handle was gonna be an issue from the start.

[@bunsonhoneydew9099]

NICE! Excellent test at the end. Nobody else does that test!

[@user-mb3hu8pl8j]

Always appreciate the blade reviews Skall 👍🏻

[@lws7142]

The history of Bowie Knives are very interesting

[@Ranstone]

Rezin:"Here James, take this weird shaped knife to a gun fight." James: (╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻

[@leemcgann6470]

I always enjoy your videos! Uncle Henry usually puts a decent budget knife

[@M6nst6r6]

Great tests as always Skall!

[@Zachnj97]

I whimpered when he did the last test

[@erdnaseum7702]

Now this is something I can get behind, comparison test on different knives and maybe other items in the future.

[@jonsnor4313]

The video was the the right mix of chilling relaxing atmosphere and enough edge to have badly abused knives suffer. Good video. Skall, destroyer of knives.

[@shinomori69]

My wife and loved this video, she loves Bowie knives and we don't make a lot of money, knowing there are quality budge Bowie's out there is good info.

[@narthon]

I love this kind of video. More stuff like this please!

[@derekcroft2055]

Greetings From Nova Scotia Canada, Brian Stevens from Survival On Purpose did an Awesome Review on the Uncle Henry knife. He was impressed with it & it held up to his testing. I got 1 myself & wouldn't think twice about carrying it in bush with me. Mine got a SHARP 90 degree spine so i can strike a Ferro Rod if need be. 👍💯👊

[@davidwilson6577]

That second chunk out of the decent blade is probably just because of how deep you got into the tactical one and, you know... wrenching it off...

[@Ranstone]

Might also be the fact that the Bowie is significantly sharper.

[@oblivion9202]

@@Ranstone its also cause the ''fantasy'' sword is a wall-hanger aka super thick and overbuilt, so the sheer metal thickness might do that xD

[@Truthist1776]

Judging a knife by the factory edge is like judging a car by how much gas is in it when you get it.

[@R_Forde]

Yeah he need to test taking a new edge and holding that edge, etc. I kept saying sharpen them during the testing.

[@jakehansen3418]

I bought that uncle Henry 4 years ago at a swap meat for 10 bucks was gonna use it as a permanent baton knife at my cabin but it's held up to every task I put it through and I've done things with it i would of never done with more expensive knifes and irs held strong.

[@hydrotyler3737]

Since I'm not seeing anything here in the comments I have to say it. I bought the uncle Henry knife which is the one Skalll prefers out of the three. Literally the first time I took it outside I stabbed it into a chunk of wood and the tip bent, and then promptly broke off. I guess that's what you get for the price, but I'm completely surprised Skalls didn't break with the testing he did. I really would not recommend it. Complete disappoinment.

[@kvjqxzz5905]

interesting to compare the blade-on-blade tests with what happens in films during knife fights!

[@MikaelKKarlsson]

Good to see you uncle Henry!

[@thepriestpucci4988]

I got a bowie knife for 70$ and it's an absolute badass! Goes through wood like it was butter and still keeps it's edge after much use.

[@sennamaver3777]

Been a while since you popped up in my recommended. God i missed you. I had no interest in anything old fashion till i watched your early vids. Now I love the weapons, clothes and architecture

[@thomaswalker2005]

Very much like this style of reviewing, keep up producing awesome content

[@jdawson2662]

I Love your reviews on various items x Always give good pointers on what's good and bad x

[@brycehenry7445]

I really enjoyed this video. I know it's not really your thing but if you made some more like it I'm a fan :)

[@Leftyotism]

there are more like that, check it out : >

[@brycehenry7445]

Thanks for letting me know! Relatively new to the channel (~4 months)

[@Leftyotism]

@@brycehenry7445 My pleasure, I am also relatively new here ^.^

[@makaiev]

The holes in the knife is to help makig fire and for when you've gotta tie the knife with rope (like when phishing, using as a hook, etcetera).

[@yoda_1165]

Love these types of vids keep em going skall!

[@TheCrimsonIdol987]

I own that Mossy Oak bowie knife. I had issues with the handle as well, and to make it more comfortable I wrapped it in a layer of electric tape, just to give some cushion. Overall though, it's a decent knife for the price.

[@richardmcginnis5344]

i went and bought the mossy oak because i needed a bowie to add to the collection, that was the only reason i bought it, the sheath "some would argue its a scabbard" but its not, was way to thin and cheap feeling so i pulled the snap off and covered it with some suede now its a 2 tone, i had it for maybe a week and a friend came over with a western w49 and GAVE it to me, best non-holiday present i have ever gotten. needless to say i still have the mossy oak and the western and use them both

[@lasselundagerolsen4803]

Woah. That Old henry knife got a bit of a price raise! It might have been 19.99$ before, but now it is 45$...

[@zaepher3176]

The first one in his line up I got at Walmart a few years ago and I’ve been using it as a draw knife for wood working ever since😂

[@GossipPoet]

Hell yeah! I have the old henry! lol it’s my cheap Bowie

[@peppersandemus4711]

Can u test a boomerang?

[@charlesreese9085]

Good vid, you wonder how good a $20 dollar knife will be. Thanks for testing those out. Didn't know it was windy until you said so, the wind screen works. You should do more budget testing because some of us are penny pinchers.

[@MikeUman]

Probably already been mentioned, but, just in case, try the *SZCO Supplies 202858-CS Carbon Steel Bowie Knife* on Amazon. It's like $17.99 delivered (with _Prime_ .) It's a little rough around the edges, figuratively speaking, but, seems sound enough for a work Bowie. Only issue is that Carbon Steel blade readily rusts if you don't keep it oiled. 👍

[@jovif.spemudaindonesia1841]

What a well made knife..... And The price is only 20$

[@corwinhyatt519]

Was, it was the one that went up in cost between his purchase and the making of this vid if I was reading correctly.

[@acanuck4life]

It's $50.71 as of today

[@kkinderandiemachtt]

Great I like the third one❗️❗️❗️

[@TegukiSix]

The cutouts are for when you need to measure spaghetti portions for nine people at once.

[@zorionmclarrin7033]

Ah. Skallagrim. We meet again. I have the mossy oak knife. I was looking for reviews and I got directed back to your channel.

[@lancepickett5653]

Going into this test I was sure, given what I had seen during five years selling knives (retail), that the Uncle Henry would win. Uncle Henry's the type of knife that the farmer would use. Not built for looks, but built like a brick outhouse, Mossy Oak is built for the weekend warrior, useful but with a little man-bling that brings the usefulness down a little. The fantasy is built for just that fantasy.

[@brad1574]

Love your channel Skallagrim.

[@joelvirolainen590]

For the tendonitis, try scraping it. (details below) You'll probably get a bruise, which will heal in 7 days. Damaged spots get bruised easily. If the scraping feels bad, you can just stop. Wait for 7 days before scraping the spot again. I've found that resting the scraped spot for a day or two gets the best healing results. (Talking about the damage, the bruise will heal at the same rate whatever you do.) The scraping is great for muscle pains, but helps the tendons too. You'd do well to put some baby oil, hand lotion or any other lubrication on first to protect your skin. It's fine to scrape without it as well, it's just more comfortable with it. Definitely put something on if your skin is weak. Don't scrape cuts or otherwise damaged skin or if you are on blood thinning medication or have diabetes or if your sense of pain is dull. You can use a big eating spoon. Find one with round edges. If you're damaging your spoon or skin you're doing it wrong.

[@AssassinKing19]

i love this video skall, good work.

[@rickyblitz9679]

0/10 for no David Bowie clones fighting

[@Biggiiful]

Bowie has made a cloning machine before too.

[@joshellingson1062]

i own the mossy oak bowie, myself. after less than a year of owning it, it has cracks in the blade...

[@schonnj]

The bit at the end was like watching crash test footage.

[@travisladecker]

I absolutely love your review thank you

[@elenemgo7729]

Awesome video skall, I really missed those knife reviews and all of a sudden there is one... of three knives together with a comparison and abuse 🤩 you are the best! Now would you mind repeating this with the budget tanto knives from aubey Amazon is trying to sell mi, please ^^

[@Sam-iw6te]

I have the wall hanger. Family member gave it to me. I've done all I can to make it good for something. But ultimately I just leave it in a case with the other junkers. Been looking for an affordable throw-away Bowie for a while, so I'll check out those other two

[@weef2188]

idk if anyone is gonna find this but the mossy oak knife also comes in a wood handle for a few dollars more which alleviates so much of the slipping he has in the video if you want to get that one get the one with the wooden handle

[@musicismandatory]

Feel like you could easily turn the Uncle Henry into a Seax pretty easily with the amount of blade they give you

[@Aeleas]

I'd like to see this with kukris. Looking for something relatively light to keep in my MTB pack for brush clearing. It gets properly windy here, so sapling-sized blowdown across the trails isn't uncommon.

[@serindas]

Great video Skall; i think that the Uncle Henry can also be good to make sparks because the blade look thicker and more sqared on the back.

[@Imporridge]

This video was in my recommendations, Interesting how I’ve never seen it before

[@StarlightEater]

Uncle Mike's has always made good knives for the price.

[@tydeusson]

Please test the szco Bowie as well.

[@stonefox9124]

Answer to holes in Mall Rambo: Ealier combat knives had those holes which would lock with the case which also had a short metal cutting edge so u can cut wire cable using it like wire cutters.

[@varnasblade]

Sees my wallhanger in the thumbnail can't wait to see it fail 😂

[@Glomp13579]

i like how you can tell he isnt favoring any knife, you can hear him breathing hard when he is chopping the sticks and logs so you know he isnt going harder on one knife or the other

[@AsylumCom]

I always enjoy your videos.

[@ryanpesch6604]

Great video as usual

[@fjallaxd7355]

Great video skall keep it up

[@Waagghhboy]

When you did the blade on blade test and had to turn the knife to dislodge It. I made an audible "uggh" sound 1 second before you did lol but thank you for sacrificing the blades

[@NicoIsntHere]

Been ages since I’ve been on the channel, surprised there is no Mordhau content!

[@colesaul-milligan7478]

Thanks Skall

[@RamboRaptor92]

Nice video, wouldn’t mind seeing more of that kind Godt gået