BPS Adventurer Knife Review

I review the BPS Adventurer Knife.
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[@RevanJJ]

I love this knife. Haven’t had a bad experience with BPS & the people there are great. I’m hoping more people will buy soon considering what’s going on in Ukraine in 2022 and the support they need. Rarely find more communicative knife makers. Real people making real knives. As someone with many Mora, I really enjoy the wooden scales and full tang of these. They definitely came shaving sharp to me and after many uses have retained their edge. They must have some magic trick when it comes to heat treatment.

[@charlesartificer2158]

Totally agree. I visited the BPS website yesterday and they have a header up about current conditions over there. Also of note is that every product on the site is listed as sold out. I pray that they their families and countrymen are wel and will come out of this ok. Thanks for the comment.

[@RevanJJ]

@@charlesartificer2158 They told me they are all having to shelter at home. It must be scary as hell. I’m just hoping that Amazon is still sending them the $ from the purchases. Of course there are bigger issues, but $ does help when struggling to survive. I intend to get one knife everytime my budget allows and not just to help them, but because they really are great knives. I have Condor and other r knives twice the price that are not as good as the quality these give.

[@charlesartificer2158]

@@RevanJJ I hope they are getting there cash as well. Cash can help them alot if they decide to get out. Agreed as to the quality, I spent much more and got much less from many other companies. Thanks for the comment.

[@canadafree2087]

I have one but the handle needs to be bigger for such a large blade. I gave my feedback to the company. I ordered three knives and fell in love more with their HK4 than the Adventurer. I'd like to see a 4" bladed Adventurer. I plan to take off my handles and give them several coats of Tung oil before putting them back on. Fantastic knives for the price. It is a $50 knife with a thick leather sheath and firesteel.

[@charlesartificer2158]

I hear you neighbor, how are things over there? I used to come up into Canada all the time back in the day. But since the world went crazy I think you know what I'm talking about without me saying it here, I haven't been back up there. Yeah BPS makes excellent knives. I have no complaints with any of their knives that I've got. I do want to see if they come out with some new models with the war going on. Yeah tongue oil is awesome that's my go-to oil. If not that then boiled linseed oil. Thanks for the views and the comments.

[@Honourable66]

Great knives , really wish they did left handed sheaths in the accessories section.

[@charlesartificer2158]

Agreed. So many knife manufacturers make knives in right hand only option for the sheath. What I would like to see from them is a Kydex or polymer sheath option. But then again things like this in life is what causes many of us to learn to make our own. Thanks for the comment and views.

[@walterschiller8281]

I recently bought one of these. I'm not disappointed at all. Have not really put it to the test yet but so far I believe it will serve me well. I hear terms like "for the money". This is just a good knife.

[@charlesartificer2158]

You make an excellent point, we do say for the money a lot with certain knives. The reason we do that I think is because as a culture we've been conditioned that the more money you spend the better knife you get. And in this case it's not true. As you said this is just a good knife. Thanks for the comment and views I hope you stick around have a good day.

[@EDCandLace]

The Savage is really sweet if you want a flat grind, I have the adventurer, Savage, HK5 and the little 15 dollar scandi one. They are spectacular values. The 1066 is done well, super tough, decent edge retention and easy to maintain with pretty much any abrasive or your choice.

[@charlesartificer2158]

I have the HK1S and the HK5 as well. Looked at the Savage a few times online, still haven't made up my mind about getting one. Love all my BPS knives very pleased with them. Thanks for the comment, Hope you stick around. Have a great day.

[@tikkidaddy]

That black walnut ain't no joke son!😂 That's hard as a damn rock! You can make dyes out of the hulls off those things that you will have to "live off" your skin, it kills bugs, fungus, and pretty much everything else if you just leave it laying around. My grandfather made black walnut pound cakes and we would sit and crack those jokers with a hammer and a hunk of steel and pick em out. That looks like mill scale under there, not active red rust. Keep it oiled and it'll blacken and harden like the gray on old tools, ya know. Mill scale is hard. Once its established on the entire knife, it quits red rusting so much, and it won't turn your food weird colors etc😂

[@charlesartificer2158]

Could be mill scale, better safe than rusty like my old truck lol. Thanks for the comment and views!

[@tikkidaddy]

@@charlesartificer2158 Fluid Film RULES the road my brother. 😂 You know, I mixed warm fluid film (so its thin) and hot melted parrifin wax so its not so "gel like" stir the geebus out of it. Goes a long ass way and does a good job on knives. My goto is EEZOX, but I'm testing. I'm not questioning your knowledge or ability, I'm just talking cause I love this stuff, and I hate RUST. Sorry to bother you😂

[@charlesartificer2158]

No bother at all. I learn as much as I can from others. If you hate rust don't ever come to Michigan. half the cars and trucks are rusty devils here lol.

[@FallHuntsman]

I have this knife and love it. I decided to blue the blade to help prevent rust (since it’s carbon steel) and it looks amazing. If memory serves the Adventurer is being supplied to Ukrainian troops. Not a bad resume.

[@charlesartificer2158]

Nice I bet it does look amazing with a blue blade. One of the better knives I've ever bought. Thanks for the comment and Views you have a great night.

[@jld3229]

Well done, handmade knife!

[@charlesartificer2158]

They are very nice. Thanks for the comment and views.

[@tompeltoma8531]

This was a pretty good review. I have several BPS knives and for the money they are great. The sheath is really good and worth the price by itself and I prefer it over a plastic sheath that has no character or warmth. I wrap my feet in leather and my knives too. Leather doesn’t make noise when brushed up against things while in the woods like plastic. You like plastic (kidex) and and I like leather. Each to his own.

[@charlesartificer2158]

Yes BPS knives I think is one of the better bang for your buck Brands out there. I agree with you we have different tastes and sheaths. I don't have any problem with any of my Kydex making noise mainly because the way I wear them. I keep them out of the way when I'm going through brush and stuff like that. But my big issue with leather sheaths besides the fact it can rust a blade if it's sitting in it long-term. Is the fact that we have so many swamps here where I live. It was nothing sometimes for me when I was younger to cut through multiple swamps. Now that I'm older I don't do that as often. And there's just something about that swamp water that tends to destroy leather. It's not like I don't take care of the leather. I have neat foot oil. About the only leather I found that can handle it is boot leather, but that boot leather has kiwi polish on it. And I do believe the kiwi helps preserve it. But I understand when you talk about character I totally get that. A good portion of my life I used to make custom blades and I used to make leather sheaths by hand. I'm still working on some new techniques for Kydex two give it more character. Thanks for the comments and views, I hope you stick around.

[@tompeltoma8531]

@@charlesartificer2158 You’re right about being in or near swamps with lots of water and getting a leather sheath wet. I need to think where other people live and play. In west Texas I don’t have a water problem other than not having much of it. Keep up the good reviews.

[@charlesartificer2158]

@@tompeltoma8531 not a problem brother we live in a very big country with a lot of different Terrain. But up here I don't know if you've ever been to Michigan It's Not Unusual to have two or three swamps and a river to literally in your way if you're tracking a wounded deer for instance. In fact there's a swamp I'm thinking about it's up in the north part of the state and that swamp has had I think five or six different people go missing in it. Some of these swamps aren't very safe places to play Let's just put it that way. I'd love to see Texas even if you don't have that much water. Just for a change of scenery you know what I mean

[@leemichel8199]

Got one and a bsf1 great knives .God bless you and your family 👌. Lee

[@charlesartificer2158]

Nice. BPS has become one of my go to brands for knives for sure. Thanks for the comment and being a new subscriber!

[@buddycarroll9641]

I agree with just about everything you said. (Except for the Kydex sheath) Those $200 knives, your just paying for the name. Just like the $200 pathfinder back pack. I have a $20 wal Mart back pack that will hold just as much and keep my stuff just as dry as the Pathfinder. You paying for a NAME, NOT the product. I just ordered the BPS knife yesterday. Arriving tomorrow.

[@charlesartificer2158]

We all have our preferences. For me I like kydex because of its durability and if I get water in it I can dry it out without much issue. Plus when your talking a high carbon steel blade leather can rust a blade if left in it long term. Totally agree about paying for a name. I also have a Walmart backpack, use it as my day or overnight pack lol. I think you will be pleased with your BPS, in my opinion they are mora killer's. Thanks for the comment.

[@clivedunning4317]

@@charlesartificer2158 A couple of wee tips for you. Always dry out a leather sheath when returning to your home/camp, old newspaper is good for this. Coat a carbon knife blade with Vaseline before putting away for more than a day or two. Vaseline has more uses than you think, I always take a small jar or tin of it with me. Happy Trails.

[@charlesartificer2158]

@@clivedunning4317 thanks, but will stick to my dry in a few hours kydex. Also a properly coated blade with mineral oil will not rust and is food safe. Thanks for the comment and views.

[@robmckinnon4655]

Love their knives, and have 3 of them. Looking forward to the new knives made from Russian tank scrap.

[@charlesartificer2158]

I hope all the civilians caught up in this are safe and can come back to their homes in peace someday. Thanks for the comment.

[@shouldhavenotshouldof2031]

I just bought one because there’s a good chance BPS knives won’t exist after this😢. Slava Ukraini. 🇺🇦

[@charlesartificer2158]

@@shouldhavenotshouldof2031 you could be right, but I pray that they are safe and the war will end soon so they can go on with there lives. Thanks for the comment.

[@shouldhavenotshouldof2031]

@@charlesartificer2158 ✌🏼 ❤️ 🔪

[@shouldhavenotshouldof2031]

@@charlesartificer2158 Me too.

[@sammartinez8084]

Nice looking 👏👍👏👍👍👍👍

[@charlesartificer2158]

Thanks for the comment and views..

[@lifegiveslifeto]

Just got mine today. I haven't had a chance to use it yet but all of the videos I've seen are very positive. Glad to support Ukraine in these times anyways.

[@charlesartificer2158]

Its a great knife at an amazing price. I think you will be very pleased with it. Thanks for the comment.

[@sammartinez8084]

Beautiful looking 👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏

[@charlesartificer2158]

Thanks for the comment and views..

[@f804.de.ruyter]

Do their scandi's have a micro bevel? Since i saw a video of them sharpening one of their scandi knives and they mentioned a micro bevel.

[@charlesartificer2158]

I can't see one. but if it is truly a micro bevel, I would need a microscope to see it soo.....

[@longrider42]

I have the BPS BS1FTS, and a few days ago I took the handle scales off and yet, Rust. But took a sanding sponge to it, and it cleaned up nicely. You will need a small metric allen wrench. Just a thought.

[@charlesartificer2158]

Actually I already have that covered. But thank you for the advice. Part of my semi-annual maintenance for any knife I use is to remove the scales if I can and I put a coat of mineral oil on them before putting the scales back on. Also a coat of mineral oil on the blade before returning it to storage. It's kind of become a big habit with me my dad got me into doing it. Mainly because here in Michigan we have pretty nasty humidity during the spring and summer months. So if you're not rocking a stainless steel blade you better be rocking the mineral oil. Thanks for the comment and view I hope you subscribed and stick around because our 2022 Roundup for the $50 knife challenge is coming this Saturday.

[@deanburney]

Bought this knife for a lady doctor moving to Vermont. Testing it out first, because it has to be right. I’ll let you know.

[@charlesartificer2158]

Well I hope it works out. I've had nothing but good results using BPS knives. Thanks for the view and the comment.

[@aprilnichols2806]

Another tip. Clear nail polish under the scales

[@charlesartificer2158]

That Is a great tip, Thank you.

[@anthonyschutz7201]

I'm having a really hard time deciding between the BPS and condor terrasaur. the BPS has a nice leather sheath and nice wood handles, and also comes with a fire steel. But, the terrasaurs handles seem like they would be more comfortable.

[@charlesartificer2158]

I have reviewed the Terrasaur, just have not posted the video yet. So maybe I can help you decide on which one is the best fit for you. First off the Terrasaur handle is ergonomic and fits the hand well. BUT it is polypropylene hard plastic depending on your taste this can be a good thing or bad. Personally, I wish they would have added some molded rubber to the handle to help with wet hands. The BPS Adventurer Handle is a very good fit as well, bonus the handle can be easily removed in case you want to customize it. You can't easily remove the Terrasaur handle. Overall I like the BPS handle over the Terrasaur, but that's me. The blades on both knives is a high carbon steel and are scandi grinds. The BPS Adventurer has a Blade length - 5 1/3 inches(13.5 cm). The Terrasaur has a 4.25" (10.8cm) Blade length. So the BPS is a bit longer. Also as you have stated the BPS Adventurer comes with a Ferro rod. Right now on Amazon the BPS Adventurer costs $39.95 The cheapest I could find the Terrasaur is $40.65 and that's for the Orange one. If you want the Desert tan, Black or army Green you will pay$45.88 to $44.40. So with all of that in mind I feel the BPS Adventurer is the better knife and deal. I feel this way for the following reasons. 1 IMO the BPS has a better handle. 2 I prefer at least a 5-inch blade for an outdoor knife. The BPS has this the Condor is shorter. 3 Cost The BPS costs less and I feel it's more bang for your buck. Also No one knows how long they will be available with the war going on. You can Buy a BPS now but 6 months from now, who knows. Me personally I would rather get one now try it out, I can for sure get a Condor any other time. 4 As someone who owns both and have used both I can say they are both quality. But I feel the BPS surpasses The Terrasaur just enough in quality to make it worthwhile. I feel the BPS is a Knife for life, something you can pass on to your kids. Sorry about this super long response. I am trying to be as clear and accurate as possible. I know what it is like to agonize over something like this. I hope I have given you some food for thought I also hope you stick around and come back for my Terrasaur knife review when I finally get around to posting it. Have a great night.

[@anthonyschutz7201]

@@charlesartificer2158 wow thank you that is a lot more than I expected. It does seem like the BPS would be better, especially if the handles are better. I also agree with your point that it's hard to know if they'll be available for much longer. I don't know if you considered this but I think you should do a video comparing the two. I think there will be a lot of people searching things on this knife and since it falls into the category of the terrasaur I think people will be looking for comparisons (especially since DBK specifically mentioned the similarities in their recent review). And it seems like you know a lot. I appreciate your lengthy reply, I enjoy researching things like knives for extensive periods and stuff like this is really helpful for making decisions, and I'll definitely be coming back for that terrasaur review.

[@charlesartificer2158]

@@anthonyschutz7201 thanks for the kind words. The terrasaur review is part of a under $50 knife series of videos that is coming. It has been very educational for me, currently finishing up the last few blades then will start posting them. I had planned on doing a comparison of the blades at the end. It may be right up your alley. Just one question who is DBK? I'm sure its somone I should know but the internet is a big place.

[@anthonyschutz7201]

​@@charlesartificer2158 oh that's awesome, I'll definitely make sure to watch those. DBK stands for "dutch bushcraft knives" and is an awesome knife review/torture test channel.

[@charlesartificer2158]

@@anthonyschutz7201 ahhhhhhhh. Ok I looked them up and watched the video. Torture test is right, not sure what shooting a blade with a high power air rifle is supost to prove but glad the adventurer survived. I think I watched one of their videos long ago but never looked them up again. Thanks for the info.

[@denofearthundertheeverlast5138]

Why are you removing the oil from under the scales, its there to protect the blade, its not going to hurt you or contaminate your food under the handle, even better to use use Super Lube under the handle, its thicker, its food grade grease. or fairly non toxic and will protect the blade better then mineral oil.

[@charlesartificer2158]

@denofearthundertheeverlast5138 I use mineral oil. I have no idea if the oil under those scales was toxic or not. Plus in the past similar knives have sweated oil out from under the scales over time. Best to just get it out of the way now. This is how I have done it my entire life. Thanks for the comment and views.

[@Ashysand]

Nice. I have the same swinger but mine came with the bps woodlore blade. I did a vid on it.

[@charlesartificer2158]

Love the adventurer blade. For me its the right size and shape without being to big.

[@Ashysand]

@@charlesartificer2158 the blade on mine doesn’t have such a belly. It comes out level with the handle. I think it has a bit more of a drop point. They called the kit the woodlore. Would you mind taking a quick look at my vid to see if you know what blade it is please.

[@charlesartificer2158]

@@Ashysand I have seen your vid and the woodlore. It is a drop point blade almost bordering on being a wharncliffe style. Not my cup of tea but we all have our own tastes. Me I'm a clip or tanto kind of guy. Hey hows the weather out your way? We finaly got some real snow here about 4 inches.

[@Ashysand]

@@charlesartificer2158 we haven’t had snow for years. I’m in the most mild part of the uk, Cornwall. We get some bad Atlantic storms but not a lot. I’m loving the bps knives to. I’ll do a vid soon on my collection. I had two custom knives made for me a few years ago for a local maker. There is two one is more of a Bushcraft axe and tge other is a great skinner with a hollow grind. Iron wood with g10s and had made swinger.

[@charlesartificer2158]

@@Ashysand no snow! Man thats kinda sad. Look forward to seeing you vid on your knives. I think I'm done buying BPS knives for a while, until they make a new model that catches my eye lol. I use to make knives, in fact I grew up making knives and still have a few from decades ago. But like many things I stepped away from it as I work more at my factory job.

[@RaiderJay9092]

I got this knife and I'm thinking about removing the scales and doing a paracord wrap. Do you think putting clear fingernail polish on the tang before the wrap would be a good rust protectant? Any other suggestions or recommendations?

[@charlesartificer2158]

It could work, but moisture has a way of getting under the best paint. Here where I live in MICHIGAN its a constant battle to keep high carbon steel from rusting. It rains here 3 to 4 times a week and is very swampy. Now with that in mind I have found that if you paint something like a blade or shovel you need to clean it after every use and renew the paint when you come back home. If you don't then you will end up with rust. I hope this helps. In the past I have done paracord wraps on knife handles. I have gotten away from it for a few reasons. One the paracord will pick up sweat and dirt rather quickly if you are using it in the outdoors. It also will wick up water and take some time to dry out. This is something you don't want near high carbon steel. Also if you use the knife to process game or fish the paracord will pick up the blood and smell. So to keep thing clean and sanitary you end up changing out the cord evey time you use for more than a few days. All in all its a hassle. Personally I prefer stabilized sealed hardwood or G10 scales as handle material for knives. It won't get waterlogged pick up oils, dirt or blood. Washes off clean and can look quite stunning. If you are thinking on changing up the handle on your knife think about that. There are hundreds of colors and exotic hardwoods to choose from to customize your blade. If you want to carry extra paracord with you then put it in your pack or 10ft wound up in you pocket. Personally I think getting it near a high carbon blade is a mistake. I hope my long response here helps you out.

[@RaiderJay9092]

@@charlesartificer2158 Thanks for the response. Sounds like the paracord would be better suited on a stainless blade. I live in Florida so it is uncomfortably muggy and humid for a big part of the year. I only use the knife on wood but with the inability to clean or dry under the cord once its in place, I'm gonna look around at the G10 scales. Saw some cool designs already. Thanks again.

[@charlesartificer2158]

@@RaiderJay9092 not a problem, glad I could help. Probably going to customize my blade as well. Now comes the hard part, picking out a scale color/style lol.

[@brr8888]

The Mora heavy duty was 10 bucks on Amazon the last time I bought one lol

[@charlesartificer2158]

Nice score. But I still think BPS is better lol

[@brr8888]

@@charlesartificer2158 Oh no doubt, I have one it’s the best value out there.

[@TheStrayOutdoors]

Between this one and the hk5 what are you picking if you could only have one?

[@charlesartificer2158]

The BPS Adventurer all the way. Has a better handle, more ergonomic. Plus the Ferro Rod is a nice touch.

[@TheStrayOutdoors]

@@charlesartificer2158 thanks man! just ordered one I plan on putting it on my chest rig.

[@tikkidaddy]

My only question...can it do flint and steel? We know it does ferro.

[@charlesartificer2158]

The heat treat is excellent on the Steel. So I don't see why not. Typically I don't do that kind of test on a knife. I can definitely see the utility and need for it in certain situations. What I can say is that the BPS for the price it is it is an outstanding deal and among my top favorite knives. If you're in the market for a knife and you're deciding whether or not to get this one I can honestly say if your a knife guy you won't be disappointed. If you want I can give it a try with a flint this weekend, just let me know. Off to bed brother.

[@nazar1987]

yea this is very good knife i got couple of them i love all

[@charlesartificer2158]

Same here, thanks for the comment.

[@marianoprietovalerio1961]

Hola, tengo el mismo cuchillo y es un cuchillo muy bueno para el bushcraft ,tiene el peso justo para batonig y hacer tareas , finas(palo emplumado - hacer fuego con el ferrocerio que viene, etc etc, ) Es un cuchillo que a mí cuando lo vi me gustó y eso que el Nessmuk es uno de mis favoritos ,pero será otro cuchillo para mis salidas al campo para la caza ,aquí en España utilizamos otro tipo de cuchillo para el remate de jabalíes, ciervos , Pero ese cuchillo es bueno para eso : El campo y el monte🤝 desde Castilla y León ESPAÑA

[@charlesartificer2158]

De acuerdo 100%. Este es un gran cuchillo para exteriores. Me suena que Castilla y León ESPAÑA se parece mucho a Michigan. Tenemos una cultura de caza aquí que es enorme en torno a los ciervos. Ningún jabalí, todavía. Pero están migrando y probablemente comenzarán a aparecer aquí en Michigan en los próximos 10 años. Gracias por su comentario, espero que todos sus viajes a la naturaleza sean exitosos.

[@mikeforrest7933]

It is a new knife of course it can cut paper like that. I don't understand how that is a valid test of anything.

[@charlesartificer2158]

It is a test of the quality control. I have gotten brand new knives that are dull. It doesn't happen as much these days as it did in the past. But it happens. Plus I don't know about you I buy a brand new knife I don't care what money I spend on it if I pull it out of the box and it's not Sharp I'm going to be upset. That's what this test is all about to see if it's sharp out of the box or not.

[@JoeMama-vj8es]

Nice wood!

[@charlesartificer2158]

Thats what she said.