Best Outdoor Folding Knife Under $50 - Cold Steel Finn Wolf

[@bodbytodd]

Brian, the Finn Wolf is my EDC knife. I also make it my cutting tool for my personal survival kit as well. Great review.

[@cryptainer668]

I was thinking of using a finn wolf as an edc. Do you like it as an edc knife?

[@bodbytodd]

It's been my EDC for 3 years now. It's lightweight and slim. I hardly notice that I'm carrying it.

[@cryptainer668]

@@bodbytodd thanks for the feedback

[@richardnichols1392]

Id like to find one in red handle and id use itas an extra -aybe edc for woods work because of the sharp spine and scandi grind specifically should be easy to shave some feathet sticks amd scrape up some fatwood shavings and or magnesium ,i dont pound a blade through thick logs or any thing but i might split a small limb to make feather sticks or kindling but rarely so i think this should augment my full or rattail tang knives just fine ,amd for a quick jaunt out in the hills i think id be confidant with this as an emergency blade for basic survival needs should i have to stay out a night or two .

[@joshuaritzheimer1382]

The Finn Wolf is one of my favorite knives. In fact, I really like the whole Finn line. They were my first bushcrafting knives. Thanks for showing the Wolf!

[@Woodenarrows]

I'm pretty sure the last time I heard someone say "takes a licking and keeps on ticking" I was watching Marlin Perkins on Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom :-)

[@richardnichols1392]

😂 yeah right !

[@mausercal65]

My pharmacy suggested taking vitamin B1 to keep skeeters from biting you . I’ve been doing this for the last couple of years and it seems to work . Plus a cup of sassafras tea once or twice a week helps also .

[@davidkurle5418]

I love my finn wolf. I've had it for four years, and it's got alot of battle scars, but the dang thing never fails me. Thanks for your thoughts on it.

[@tinfoil1463]

Have had my finn wolf for many years now. Took it on quite a few camping trips. Love it. The hot spots are not a problem for me since I always wear a pair of gloves. I got tired of hurting my hands on everything. Burning them, cutting them, stabbing them, scraping them. Bushcraft gloves solved that.

[@jlogan2228]

its funny how many times gloves are overlooked as essential outdoor gear. i have to do so much stuff with my hands that having a bunch of splinters, thorns, or bug bites on them is just not worth the bragging rights of "look how tough my hands are'

[@chrishigginbotham116]

Cold steel makes some really good knives. My first cold steel knife was a recon 1 tanto and it has handled everything I have thrown at it. It still remains my edc.

[@jlogan2228]

funny thing is, i mained a recon 1 clip point for so many years as my beater do it all edc knife........and this fin wolf replaced it bc im like oh thank god if i chip the edge or whatever its only 30 bucks to replace instead of 130.

[@peternelson6209]

The little nick on your finger, JUST LIKE MY EXPERIENCE when I began using my Cold Steel Voyager.WARNING: just the weight of the blade falling when release is pressed immediately swung the VERY SHARP blade into my 1st finger holding the handle! Not just once, but about three more times before I remembered my pain and changed my grip when releasing the blade lock! Good review, consistant with my experience with my Cold Steel knives. My thumbs-up on Cold Steel knives, also.

[@drengskap]

I have the Finn Wolf in orange, just like yours, and it's a super-tough workhorse of a knife. The blade is indeed scary sharp, but as always with Scandi grinds, there's a trade-off - it'll get dull quite fast, but then it's easy to sharpen up again. My only criticism of the Finn Wolf is that there are a lot of uncomfortable sharp corners and edges on the handle - I had to take some fine wet-or-dry paper to it to smooth them down a little, and now it feels much better in the hand. I had the same issue with the Cold Steel Bush Ranger Lite.

[@jlogan2228]

i find this to be a common thing with cold steel folders, i just put the fine belt on my workshop and give it a quick pass and that seems to do the trick

[@lanedexter6303]

While I avoid batoning a folder if at all possible, I note that I saw Felix Immler batoning in a small way with one of his ubiquitous Swiss Army Knives, and the knife was partially folded instead of being fully open. I think this may reduce stress on the hinge.

[@neilmac123]

I purchased one a few months ago and have been very pleased. It’s my backup knife in my pack.

[@MyEnemy]

14:30 - LOL, as a North Carolina boy, I can definitely relate to the mosquito problem. 🤣

[@jlogan2228]

i have one as an edc. Mostly was an experiment bc i found it for less than 30 bucks and i do love cold steel and i couldnt believe it but it replaced my recon 1 as my main edc, mostly bc if i by some total freak accident damage this one, its so cheap i can just replace it without any care in the world

[@erniewalden3050]

I realy love this knife. I liked it so much i baught 2. 1 is my edc it goes with me when ever im working or playing. Makes a great knife to put im the tacklebox or just working. It feels good in my hand and holds a good edge and it sharpens up to a razor edge as well. Everything from bush craft cleaning fish and skinning game. I just wished it came out yrs ago as a young man when i had more play time in the woods. Great knife

[@elwha6025]

Agree. Best outdoors inexpensive woods knife. Boy they nailed it.

[@PreparedWolf34]

I’m one of the folks that bugged you about the Finn Wolf. It’s my edc knife and I own many but always come back to this knife. I do think mine has metal liners but not sure (on break, at work)... I’m wearing my work knife right now.

[@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941]

I have been thinking of getting the fixed blade version of that, but I just haven't pulled the trigger. Great review Brian!

[@ibanez7412]

I love my finn wolf even more now, thanks!

[@dannyfain879]

Great video I have not looked at Cold steel for a while, I am now in the market for a Finn wolf folder .

[@jeffjackson5331]

Thats a cool little knife. Impressed! I like the looks if your new watch that you have been wearing lately. Thanks for sharing this knife with us. Be safe and God Bless

[@donaldstrader7241]

Good to see your review of the Cold Steel Finn Wolf folder. If one needs a folder for the woods, this seems to be a fine choice. I have had mine so long that there was no color choice when I bought it. LOL. Presumably mine is the OD Green handle. The hot spot I get is releasing the lock! ;-) I actually bought two and switched as the second seemed to release the Tri-Ad lock a bit easier. The size and releasing the lock has kept me from using it as an EDC for small tasks, along with more knives than I get to frequently use, but it certainly cuts well.

[@filipe2343]

A parte que eu mais gosto dos vídeos dele é quando ele atira uma faca num alvo, acerta o alvo, olha pra câmera e da risada... E eu dou risada do riso dele... kkkkk (The part I like most about his videos is when he throws a knife at a target, hits the target, looks at the camera and laughs ... And I laugh at his laugh ... kkkkk)

[@Kinetic.44]

Folding Mora is awesome

[@bennymalone]

I like watching your videos, it’s relaxing in the same way watching Bob Ross is!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Wow, thanks

[@geico1975]

Don't know if I should buy the Finn Wolf or Bush Ranger Lite, or the Bushman as my next Cold Steel purchase.

[@DGOutdoorLife]

A very nice folder the FinnWolf. I have the same but in green and I really enjoy it for the outdoors 🌲🔪🔥

[@beethomas1334]

Mine is super sharp! The hinge feels clunky stiff though.

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

Not sure how I missed this video.... You got me hooked on cold steel and I have 6 pieces now. I really like the idea of a folding scandi blade. Thanks much !

[@elwha6025]

If it's not the best it's in the top 3. Personally, I think it's the best given the solid lock-up, scandi grind and AUS 8A steel.

[@Airik1111bibles]

Good review brother , I've out off buying one of these for years I gotta get one . I would love to see your review and opinion of the Real Steel bushcraft folder. Also they now have their Bushcraft Plus Convex knife I've owned the full flat edition and think you would really like their Convex or full flat. It has a kydex sheath core with nylon molle sheath, the kydex sheath can be removed . The knife comes in around $95-$105 , it's 14C28N steel and imho a better setup rig than the Garberg. It also has G10 removable scales and a hidden lanyard hole so it doesn't rub on your hand. I've also had the Scandinavian grind I prefer the full flat , but the new convex is the way to go imo. I bet Real Steel would send you one for review.. OH also they did a Japan only special edition called Bushcraft Plus Ebony Convex that is on par with Bark River . They are supposed to release the leather sheath style in September , it's a gorgeous looking knife and I've only seen one video on KZbin.kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXfbq5iJpc9-aLM That's the link for the ebony😁

[@tlock4616]

I've been looking at one of these. Mainly because I can't find a folder that has all of the characteristics I'm looking for. I'd buy from Taiwan.. they hate China, haha! Thanks Brian.

[@zoltanvonsomogyi7272]

If you want quality with these features, look up the Enzo Birk 75. Been in my pocket for years, and it's a lifetime kind of knife!

[@famous0243]

I enjoy this knife , especially for outdoor camping , fishing activities, . Seems perfect for all basic outdoor uses . I seem to reach for this one instead of my Mora Garberg Stainless Steel hanging from my belt. I have the o.d. green. But for everday carry and everyday use I use the Leatherman Skeletool Cx. Hello Brian , Can you do a review on the Leatherman Skeletool CX.

[@Owieczkin]

How's the heat treatment on your Leatherman? Is 420HC as good as Buck's?

[@KaylynnStrain]

I have an Ontario Rat 1 that I have done some light battoning with, I'm curious how that would compare to this Cold steel

[@LXT43]

Cold steel's lock is much stronger but I wouldn't baton with neither of them. They are still designed for cutting and should never replace fixed blade.

[@cerescop]

Hey Brian can u do a review of the Schnitzel DU kids knife, {ages 10+}. Looks like a good scout knife.....

[@Mateogoodhue]

You might have already watched it, but Dutch Bushcraft Knives has an excellent video on it!

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

Sportsman guide is wonderful and had many deals. I've bought three fire arm's from them on the 4 payment deal !!

[@tennesseesmoky9012]

The Finn Wolf is one tough knife.

[@robertbraun4708]

Probably cheaper or same $$$ on Amazon with FREE S&H with Prime. Maybe 2 hour or next day 24/7 delivery. Just ordered orange one $40. Wish they made 6" blade model. Will use 4 EDC knifearooney. U R GREAT knife salesman! Blade HQ should hire U as their GM. Start reviewing guns!!! Guns & knives go together like PB&J! You could shoot a 300lb+ ferrell hog then field dress it out/skin it/butcher it. Would B great gun/knife test. LOL! Best Regards, Rob Phx, Az 🇺🇸😃

[@kodiakdebear2806]

good vid again not sure I agree with best but top 5 for sure I would choose the CS Pocket Bushman over this 1 and the Buck 110 over that

[@ScottAT]

Hey, get a CRKT Hammond Cruiser and try that out. Beefy utility/fighting knife with liner lock and easy deployment. It won’t match that 100% but darn good for what you get at the price, since it’s been discontinued. They made so many there easy to get.

[@ParkourEh]

Looks close to perfect, but not good enough for me unfortunately. If you want to get the most out of the cutting edge, the thumb studs get in the way of sharpening, light batoning, and even feather sticking. One could work around it, but why not improve the design? A thumb hole like on Spyderco or the Victorinox Hunter knives would make this absolutely a winner. Also no need to remove the studs anymore. It's been years since they released this so I hope they improve it soon.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Different strokes.

[@bobinmontana777]

I too was very impressed with my finwolf. Just must be a steel snob these days Aus 8 just doesn’t do it for me. However, that said I sharpened mine and put a small micro bevel on the edge thinking to reinforce it some, wow! If it could be sharper, that did it, it is scary sharp, like a scalpel. I think that with a zero grind, behind the edge is nothing. I cut myself closing just shaving a layer of skin, careful with that one it’ll bite you!

[@cassanoa]

love the knife - great review - i heard that chuck Norris has another fist hiding behind his beard

[@rogergagne1026]

Excellent review on a great cold steel love them they do em right. As always thanks for what you do it brings us knife people great joy

[@Crosswalker.]

My best outdoor folding knife? The Victorinox Rangerwood 55, comes with a Saw too 😅😉 and some other useful stuff...

[@joshuacaviness9402]

Mine has gutted everything from trout and above, carved shallow bowls, spoons, and forks. Cutting many steaks that I bought a steak house that's tableware was extremely worthless. I NEVER leave the house with my finnwolf, and MY SAK. I could not count how many fires my wolf has preped and started.

[@seniledad6489]

Another Saturday, another good video. What kind of ferro rod is that?

[@jordy703]

Love it and my AD10 is also a great extreem tough folder. Great great knives

[@lvbuckeye]

Great review. Scandi has to be the best grind for woodcraft. :)

[@bosse641]

Very nice. And to an affordable price.

[@mspears51able]

Great review as always! I have 2 Finnwolfs, an orange and a blue. I love these knives but the spines on both of mine are not sharp enough to strike a ferro rod like yours was. I wonder if Cold Steel made a change because a knife like this absolutely should have a 90 degree spine. Easily remedied though with a file. I’ve had mine for about 6 months. No matter, I wouldn’t trade them for anything else. The price/performance cannot be beat and really carry one to backup a Mora bushcraft knife. Keep up the great reviews, I always look forward to watching your videos.

[@doomsdaymachine619]

Bryan, a lot of fellas are moving back into classic old school edc. Using copper,leather, bronze and old slipjoint knives. I was wondering if you could review the uncle henry canoe slipjoint pocket knife. Thanks. Love the show.

[@trapperscout2046]

I love me that Scandinavian grind.

[@205jab4]

Look at the coldsteel GI Tanto. Its like 19$ and its a machine! Best knife under 20$ for sure.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I just checked. It is $28 right now

[@205jab4]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose still worth it or I could send you mine. Ofcourse it's been used a good amount.

[@andrewfournier8817]

I'm surprised it didn't come in the 4116 the comparable cold Steel fixed blades come in.

[@magicmark1837]

There was I band about 20 or 30 years ago who had an album named Knee Deep in the Hoopla. Can't remember who and not going to look until I think I got it. Seems like it was the Stones or the Who...I'll get it in a little bit : )

[@nunninkav]

Brian, another safety Orange Cold Steel for your collection. Which one of these orange plastic handled blades did you like better? The folder or the Survival Knife.

[@michaelcole4197]

I would love to see you review some Wood Jewel knives from Ragweed Forge. Great guy, great customer service.

[@afdd2-1.66]

You'll love SR1 so much as well.

[@TheRealJayGutta]

Brian I love that you started sharing Chuck Norris facts again.. seems you've lost a certain skunk somewhere though.. hope you find him and get him on the show some time.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Skunk? What skunk? But I will say it looks like somebody’s not paying close enough attention. ;-)

[@TheRealJayGutta]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose 🤔😵

[@geoffwatson8007]

Great video. I’m enjoying your content. 😎

[@Stealth_Overlanding]

I allover your reviews!

[@ROE1300]

👍 Cold Steel makes good products and this certainly is one of them. But, the best folding outdoor knife for under $50.00 is and as always been the Buck 110.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

hard to beat a 110

[@floppinfish]

True fact. If you own a buck 110. Your a horder. It's a proven fact. Don't know why. But they did a scientific study and found 97% are horders. It's weird.

[@ROE1300]

@@floppinfish Who am I to argue with a scientific study. I own 3 Buck 110s and 1 Buck 112.

[@T37912]

Hi, I am tempted to buy this as a go-camping-knife. Just to keep handy in the pocket. Would you recommend this for your boy scouts? Thank you Alain

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yep

[@T37912]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose thank you. That probably helped me make my mind up.

[@robertbraun4708]

B4 U touch any knife 2 wood. ALWAYS DEMO SHARPNESS BY CUTTING PAPER OK?

[@peternelson6209]

Wood before paper is gutsy!

[@nunninkav]

Cold Steel factory edge scoffs at your lack of faith.

[@seanthomasdowd]

LOOKS LIKE A WINNER

[@forbo327]

Great video. What Ferro rod do you have. Looks great. Thank you

[@nmckcol]

Did you get a new camera it's really good look ing

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yes I did. Thanks for noticing.

[@ROE1300]

The World’s best outdoor folding knife for less than $50.00 is either the Victorinox Camper SAK or the Buck 110 depending upon one’s need for multiple tools. End-of-story! 😀 This Cold Steel knife is OK, but just not in the same class as the 2 knives above.

[@ahvala7]

the handle feels cheap right?

[@Mateogoodhue]

Hey! I was looking around on your channel and couldn’t find anything about that watch. I like it! What’s it called?

[@chrisdolin1859]

What kinda watch is that your wearing..? My Finn wolf is on the way..👍

[@lapicker1010]

Definitely a keeper, but I’m not ready to forsake my Rat 1 for it.

[@LXT43]

If he threw that Rat1 the same way he did the Finn hawk, The liner lock on that Rat1 would probably fail.

[@ninjacow63]

Hey Bryan long time subscriber, you have a awesome channel. I was wondering if you’ve heard of the company Hardcore Hammer. They make hatchets and axes. Gideons Tactical really seems to like them. I was wondering if you any experience with them. If so I would to hear your opinions.

[@JohnSmith-gs4lw]

The red one just fell to $32 on Amazon. Lowest it’s ever been.

[@AffordableArmory]

Isn’t there a fixed blade version of that knife? The Fin Hawk or something. I remember it being basically a Mora knock-off... Yeah, you got yourself a folding Mora knock-off right there.

[@tresblack4739]

What brand and model is the spark rod (flint stick? LOL) that you're using?

[@rustyknifelover4463]

All right let's stop the shenanigans and hoopla. LMAO

[@tsmithkc]

This is not a Buck 110.

[@artfisher1615]

Flamage?

[@LanceSummer]

Anyone ever filet a fish with one of these?

[@jdzencelowcz]

A-CHUCK-A-NORRIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIISSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@donaldrutter1738]

Know your State Laws on Knives you can Carry legally ,In Ohio it can be called a concealed weapon and if officer wishes he can take it and put you in jail and or fine you .

[@THEMAX00000]

Can you please elaborate on what circumstances or what type of knife would leave an individual subject to arrest?

[@nunninkav]

www.kniferights.org the 2nd amendment applies to edged armaments, if you live somewhere that your overlords think you have no right to carry a 4" blade, then technically you are NOT in the United States and where you live had violated their contract as signers to the Constitution and the bill of rights. Either MOVE! or stop voting for subversive Democrats.

[@nunninkav]

www.kniferights.org the 2nd amendment applies to edged armaments, if you live somewhere that your overlords think you have no right to carry a 4" blade, then technically you are NOT in the United States and where you live had violated their contract as signers to the Constitution and the bill of rights. Either MOVE! or stop voting for subversive Democrats.

[@alexsamaniego4734]

Too many knife videos