Condor Amalgam: When Crazy Ideas Work Out - Preparedmind101

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[@kathrynck]

1075 is a nice blend of hardness & durability, while being fairly easy to sharpen. It's an _ideal_ steel for anyone who wants to use the tool a lot, and intends to take care of it by cleaning & oiling it (oil the leather sheath too, inside & out). There's a couple other steels which are _slightly_ better, but cost a lot higher than slightly more. 1075 is ideal for something you want to take out & _use_ The spring temper is as important as the material though. But from what I have seen, Condor and imacasa (their budget brand) are well tempered & tightly put together. Imacasa is much cheaper, but only beveled (not sharpened), cheap handles, cheap sheath, sometimes cosmetic blemishes. I think condor is worth the extra cost.

[@mt_baldwin]

I've found that wire wrap to be useful, it lets me know without looking that my hand is slipping up, if I feel the wire I know I've got to reposition my hand. It's not some huge benefit or anything but it is helpful. I've got the big Duku parang and use it to clear trails on my property.

[@hickok45]

Have one and really like it.

[@matthewmarek1467]

Hickok uses an Amalgam as a neck knife.

[@charlescollier7217]

1075 is also the steel used by LT Wright in the Overland Machete. This has been on my radar. I can definitely see this working for me.

[@TheWtfnonamez]

Well said sir! I like what you have to say about steel-snobbery. There seems to be this religion these days that if aint some high-end steel, it MUST be bad. Its worth remembering that any knife that is well made, using an average steel, made and heat treated by modern metallurgical standards, is probably more reliable than most of the knives and bayonets used from the post war period back through history. People have been surviving for millennia without powdered sintered steels, yet all of a sudden everyone is all "if it isn't 30V its rubbish". Nonsense. Besides, camp knives, throwing knives, machetes, scalpels and marine knives SHOULD ALL be made from different steels because they face different mechanical and chemical challenges. AND people should remember that a badly made expensive knife, is worse than an incredibly well made cheaper knife.... thats a lesson I learned the hard way. Great video. Im buying one ... .maybe two.

[@ecreacher3515]

The DMT bushcraft meeting needs to happen! I’m in👍👍

[@proctortoad]

I was thinking mushrooms! Lol

[@BOOSTEDLASER]

No reviews on this ,not even forms...wonder why. Expensive for 1075 with a low tech heat treat. LOVE the design, wonder if its just bad ONE guy said "Condor steel has zero rentention, soft as rubber " ANYone here have one? ANY feedback? Like this better or Camp 10/ BK 21?

[@Countryprepper]

Check out the Condor Selknam. I think it would be a popular knife if it got some exposure. Good size and features for a survival knife under $100.

[@PrimevalAO]

Hi Chris, I appreciate your reviews and feedback on bladed prodcucts. Your review of the Condor Amalgam convinced me to purchased this product. I did modifications on the handle; I rounded the handle edges for a more comfortalbe grip. I also had to reset the brass pins. The main issue was the backhand pinky area which was so square it did indeed cause blisters. Still an awesome chopper.

[@scottg77r]

My main chopper has been the Condor bushcraft parang. I might buy one of these too. I’d like to buy a BR parang someday.

[@llamawizard]

Do you have both? Which one do you like better?

[@stevenhauck7015]

This review was very convincing and I now have a Condor Amalgam in my hand. It came with some lines in the finished portion of the blade having a slight squiggle and showing on both sides. Is this a problem? Going out to check performance in my hand now.

[@65greendog]

Been waiting for you to show this chopper. My wife and I love watching your videos and opinions on knives and choppers. We live in southern Ohio but are from Puerto Rico. We love the outdoors and the freedom it gives when you are prepared for it. Please keep bringing Joe flowers designs the man is a legend in the knife world back home in P. R.. Also bark river knives love them. Can you make a bushcrafter ll vid if you don't have one I'll lend you the one I have. Keep up the good work brother and live strong and free.

[@davidklam888]

The becker bk 21 will give this a run for the money. i have a bk 21 and its a beast of a chopper.

[@primemover1930]

Its mine. Grind that false edge into a real one is the plan.

[@dawudbish3860]

That thing looks like a work of art!

[@acyutanandadas1326]

I know over 100 knots. I think they wrapped twisted wire in either the ''end whipping'' or ''back winding'' method. (Back winding is how bow string servings are put on. No visible ends)

[@timbo4374]

I'm not normally a machete type guy, but I like the looks of this..great looking design, and looks very functional for chopping small limbs and just as good for normal machete type brush clearing. Think I just might pick this one up..thanks for yet another great review!

[@hatchetjack1031]

The Joe Flowers ATROX by Condor is Bad A.. Bowie w/ a Kydex sheath and a good $....just sayyin.

[@Halligan515]

Graham Hancock and Joe Rogan would be proud of the Ayahuasca mention! Haha. Another good review, yet again.

[@iuliaiulia8993]

Hello!!! Please give me a good advice between this condor amalgam or cold steel magnum kukri, which is the best choice? Thank you!!!

[@amirabbaslotfi1191]

Special thanks to you, Chris. Actually, I believe that Condor is master of bushcraft, and every product of them has its own place and benefits for us. 😃😃

[@jadeddragon4254]

I have one of these and it’s freakin awesome

[@ronnie72justbeagoodperson38]

I also have wondered HOW did they get that wire on there and how do they make it stay on the handle . Love your vids bro

[@jackglore489]

This looks similar to the Pira Cotabato Filipino sword. Can’t wait to get one- great video.

[@1911gi45]

Ive used the Pack Golok which has pretty good weigh forward transfer but this one has really caught my eye. Did you ever swing a Pack Golok? About two years back I was trying to do a combination kukri/parang design and it looked nearly 90% identical to this. Cant wait to try it. Great review.

[@Eco19]

Machetes, salvadorian made, ayahuasca?? Not even 2 minutes in and you got a new sub✌️

[@dgio5052]

A blade steel for dummies would be a good watch. Pros and cons of popular steels, price etc. etc.

[@bonesjones1658]

How well does this compete with the Bushcraft Machete with size and weight considered?

[@dominic6634]

I've been very happy with my condor golok. this looks very interesting though

[@nomad753]

I think 1075 is an ok steel for smaller blades , but with knives around 8 inches + , it really shines.

[@rickkerans8485]

Cool video. A good medium chopper. Didn't see you baton with it. Is there a problem batoning with it??

[@preparedmind101]

I see no reason why you couldn't. Just not a blade where "batoning" comes to my mind.

[@BillHalliwell]

G'day Chris, "Let the tool do the work." (pause; place knife on log, long pause...)! LMFTO !!! And, you're going out on a limb; in the jungle! (rim shot) If anyone ever says you don't have a sense of humor they need a proof of life test. Just checled with my local Aussie knife supplier; this retails at around USD$102.00. A lot of money for a machete but well worth the $$! Thanks Chris, Cheers, BH

[@christopher_martin]

condor knocked it out of the park this year with there designs in my opinion

[@oxxnarrdflame8865]

I like it. I can see where it would be great for building a jungle shelter.

[@rileymeade982]

Chris you said the s word! As for this particular machete I definitely need to get my hands on one.

[@meccagold2009]

Has the same outline as the BK21 on the blde.

[@montanapete59102]

I'm saving my money for a Bark River Bravo Squad Leader II. I am only gonna get to buy one quality knife and that's the one I want! It's gonna happen sometime in the next year!

[@user-xx5zl8dz1v]

The Spyderco darn dao , feels like it wants to chop. To bad I can’t use mine . It’s my SHTF pack blade .

[@teddrobles5901]

Looks like Pira Cotobato from the Philippines as well.

[@JoshuaC0rbit]

It really is the best of both designs. It does away with the things I don't like about either. Kukri is a good forward heavy Chopper but not enough handle parang is a little too thin for my liking.

[@justinjohnson2186]

okay im going to sound stupid but i just got one i want to customize im stumped on getting the handle off other than taking a punch and pounding out the pins any suggestions?

[@stephenwest9085]

As always a good video chris that condor seems to be something i could use in the woods as i clear a lot of brush making way for my hammock keep up the good work..

[@gregorymckoy3179]

How well would this work on Hickory with a mixture of thick heavy briar's? Would the Amalgam or the Engineers machete Condor makes be better?

[@mountainbearoutdoors]

I love that handle, no way is that thing going to escape your grip.

[@BillHinson]

That is an awesome looking blade I could it getting some good use here in South East Texas

[@davej3736]

A couple of observations, yes one might query as to why you, or others just don't grab the brush hog or Stihl brush clearer and make short work of it...well, I can't tell you how many times I've come across all that new growth that started to crowd back in the "back 40" and wish I had my crapola CT machete (that's why I'm here looking for better) because I was too lazy to go all the way back to the garage to get a machine. Always starts with "oh I just need to get rid of this one...and this one..and thi...like picking scabs lol. So ya, If I have a GOOD machete, I'll reach for that instead. Secondly, I have done loads of clearing with ol' crapola and a small chainsaw out at my other heavily forested property, and quickly noticed I had a severe pungie-stick issue going on. No so much for humans who hopefully wear proper footwear in the bush, but dogs and kids. I have labs, and they run...and I mean run EVERYwhere fast..with huge paws, and had an incident with one of them that saw me racing to the vets..30 miles away...on a Sunday $$$$ ...so, keep that in mind. Thanks for the review :-)

[@davidrogers182]

Chris, good review Brother! I have a few Condor products and I appreciate their quality for price.

[@llamawizard]

This one versus the bushcraft parang?

[@Iamjasonallen]

Thanks Chris!

[@Cynocehali]

I always learn something new on this channel.

[@stevelewis7263]

It's vaguely like the Lofty Wiseman survival knife in the U.K for around £180 or $220

[@henryhester1897]

Bought one and I’m having Micah at Blackbear build a Sheath.

[@henryhester1897]

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[@allencampbell9719]

Love the shape of the whole thing! Beautiful chopper. One question though... Can you Barton with it?

[@realUlfricStormcloak]

Give it up to Joe Flowers. Combining 2 opposite knives: the Kukri and the Parang.

[@charliebowen5071]

Ulfric Stormcloak in what universe are they opposite?? They are both front heavy choppers

[@realUlfricStormcloak]

@@charliebowen5071 geometrically

[@dylankertis4170]

The jungle is the best place to try Iowa Aska

[@BIGsweatXD40]

Is the back of the spine sharpened at the tip?

[@bradl45]

how much does it weight? Internet shows 19 to 24 oz range. I'm hoping it's 24 OZ.!

[@zachfudge24]

I'd love to see some reviews of their new puukkos. They look like they would be awesome crafting blades.

[@kailashpatirai]

I thank you because I'm also deeply thinking about best of knife or khukuri

[@michaelbrannon8452]

On the wire wrap , it looks like they pre-twisted the wire , wrapped it round , tucked the whole wrap under the previous 2-4 wraps in the underside of the knife then pressed it square in a vise or jig , hiding the finished ends.

[@jameswyrm8]

I love that chopper . kukri-ish modified blade .

[@joshuagenovese36]

Great video Chris. Nice chopper as well

[@brianmccann666]

Have you tried the Condor Ktak Kukri ? I got one, love it. Its heavy duty too.

[@leeferris4807]

Love the choppers.

[@Wildwestwrangler]

I have the condor engineer bolo the condor pack golok and the Condor K-tac kukri

[@blazerk9614]

Chris, try some folders in your woods tests.

[@rvmohr]

Gotta do a kydex??

[@tangamat2128]

I don't know if it will perform well in my hands but.......it's kinda love at first sight😄😄😄. Nice review as always, mate.👍

[@rainmayhem4255]

I have the condor kukri machete it works great but the blade gets Knicks easily

[@americansoldier7776]

Chris, from one veteran to another, I’d be remiss if I didn’t highly recommend you checking out the Benchmade SOCP Dagger from Benchmade! You’re going to love it! Why?! Because of its versatility of use. Search KZbin and check out the Benchmade video for it. Good luck! Lou Jones

[@cafn8ed74]

In 4 digit steel alloys, the last two digits indicate the carbon content, so 1070 is a plain carbon steel with 0.7% carbon. 1075 is a plain carbon steel with 0.75% carbon. That's all.

[@paulhughes3961]

That thing is an awesome chopper.

[@kevotoolz6158]

Awesome review. Thanks Chris.

[@jack_batterson]

Seems like a great tool. How easy would it be to use this as a draw knife?

[@Wildwestwrangler]

You want a good draw knife chopper then get the Condor engineer bolo

[@brianmccann666]

I like the handle.

[@zeptepi8205]

Thumbs up just for the Ayahuasca reference. Condors are badass though.

[@ikarus1415]

Wait a prepper without an extra fire steel, how can that happen? awesome choppa!

[@sdr28170]

Great video Chris, as always.

[@eduardogomez2640]

This or bushcraft parang, what chops better

[@BOOSTEDLASER]

How is the steel on this (or Condor in general) does it even have a HT /Cryo? How does it hold en edge VS Bark River A2 /3v or TOPS /BK21 stuff?

[@BOOSTEDLASER]

For the same cash, wonder if this or BK21 is better

[@Caddowolf]

That's a big ol' bad ass knife! Price ain't too bad either....for a change. Good review.

[@DGOutdoorLife]

Wow that's something I'd like to test out. Great video man.

[@Ralph.U]

RIP JessX

[@prepared2thrive101]

Condor rocks!!!

[@virginiacopeland108]

I like it!

[@alanwilliams5836]

I think that I'd stay with Flowers' Parang designs. That ... if I didn't have Jess-x with me of course. I don't see anything in this review that shows me why I would want to choose this blade over the Condor Parangs... actually seems a bit less of a chopper (using your own past reviews only). Does this have anything further to offer... especially to us who are not finding ourselves in the actual Central American/ South American jungle all of the time? hanks for the video Chris... continue to love your channel.

[@jayp.2313]

The Condoor eye is missing.

[@dulce0403]

How does it stack up against your favorite condor chopper eco parang

[@preparedmind101]

Very well

[@The4cp]

Another great one

[@WonderingGreenMan]

Looks good!

[@aligonzalez3115]

Who won the knife?

[@ocomegashadowstacking5886]

Awesome video and awesome big knife! 😊👍

[@MrEdium]

Hello. Great Review as Always. Can you check out The Condor Ironpath / Thank You.

[@MrDometheo79]

This is SPARTA! 😂😂😂 Great ""sword""! Ayahuasca, brother, IS, the ultimate human neural network expander. A must for every human being actually🤔

[@anonymousbosch9265]

I’ll stick with dmt

[@zenyatta3947]

@@anonymousbosch9265 You obviously don't because that's exactly what ayahuasca is..

[@anonymousbosch9265]

Zen Yatta they’re the same active molecule but vastly different experiences in my opinion and they each have their pros and cons. I’m definitely pro having people use whichever suits them

[@anonymousbosch9265]

Zen Yatta also I don’t understand why this comment ended up on a likely right-leaning sort of topic

[@CharlesGonzMCO]

Been wanting to see this machete in action. Ty

[@hagenrudisaile1028]

Do a new video on Jessica the BK7. Maybe like a Jessica vs. Becky the BK9 or something. Just a flash to the past

[@Veesaki]

Like you said it mimics your brainstorm JessX a lot ! Very nice ! The sheath is nice also.

[@dulce0403]

Have you had a chance to check out the warlock from condor any thoughts on it

[@preparedmind101]

That one isn't for me.

[@BOOSTEDLASER]

@@preparedmind101 Shellback need an assist : Got 4 buds going off gird in the Ozarks.They each need 1 large chopper for REAL work. They have access to Camp 10, BK21 Becker,a few condor.(Budget 100 bucks)....Gun to head..you can take ONE with you..whats your pick? Semper Fi Gunny

[@BOOSTEDLASER]

@@preparedmind101 Shocked u didnt use your beloved Wilson wrap =P

[@j.p.4541]

Great review Chris, for light to medium chopping which would you use?Amalgam, Warlock or Bushcraft Parang?

[@7storm776]

Very nice...