Condor Bushlore: Quality $40 Bushcraft Knife

[@losdawg6265]

Sootch for the win again! I have now purchased 3 guns and a knife all thanks to you. Your reviews are top quality, sir. Thank you.

[@b_a_c_k_s_t_a_y2685]

I bought this knife about a year ago. It's a backup to a Buck knife in my vehicle pack. It feels good in the hand, is a good utility size. Well worth the money.

[@bobsmoot2392]

Thank. Always well presented with intelligence and humor.

[@lisabooker6405]

Very nice knife and video. Thank you for the review and thanks to Marshall for sending it to ya so we could see it! 😁 I think I will give this one a try. Seriously, we have nothing to lose since Condor offers such awesome warranties. You don't find that a lot anymore. Plus it's gotten some great reviews. Thanks again. God Bless you and yours. God Bless us ALL! ✝

[@longrider42]

I have the Condor Hudson Bay knife the big one. Had it for a few years now, and its a bigger knife then the Bush Lore, but I still find it very useful when out in the woods or even in the kitchen. Very easy to sharpen, just keep it clean and oiled and it will last a long time.

[@Jdmsword14]

Man i saw that nice wide spear point shape and the classic handle and knew i was gonna like it. Think I'm going to pick this baby up.

[@DeePsix501]

Bought one of these 6 months ago. I can confirm its great. Affordable and excellent knife and sheath. You will always see this on my belt when I'm camping. I recommend sanding the handle a little with high grit sandpaper and coating in Boiled Linseed Oil.

[@TwoPlusTwoEqualsFive32]

Camelia oil is great, keeps rust off the blade and is good for the wood handle, it's also food safe unlike boiled linseed oil as I use my knife for cutting up food while outdoors. About 1-2 drops is enough spread over the blade.

[@theoxmountaingang2585]

I love Bushcraft style of knife the wood and leather is sooo nice

[@Cynocehali]

I love all my condor tools, I am always hard on them and they don't ever let me down.

[@sputumtube]

Liked the little history lesson at the beginning, very interesting. I have the Moonshiner and I've wrapped the handle in tennis racket tape for extra grip. Works a treat and even more comfortable. Great review....thanks for posting.

[@criscross6591]

This is a great knife, I have this Condor and several others that they make. It has served me well, no complaints!

[@DBowTX]

Making a knife is not hard at all, making a nice knife however, is a different story.

[@MrTangent]

I just went out hiking today with my Condor Bushlore, oddly enough. Great knife.

[@loganhoyle7934]

You really can't beat the deal! Lifetime warranty for a sturdy, do it all knife! For majority of my tasks, I'll take the belt knife any day over a cumbersome tactical blade. The bushlore is a decent skinner/field dresser as well! THUMBS WAY UP!!!!!

[@edgybob1]

Great video. Great little bushcraft knife. Great price.

[@johnpagdilao6075]

Very beautiful and functional. That handle looks very comfortable, and for the price I think this will have to go in one of my go bags.

[@Lars1540]

Wow! When I first saw the knife in this video I initially thought that you bought the condor blade blank and applied a custom handle to the knife. I have never seen a standard Bushlore from condor with that type of grain to it. It almost has the appearance of a desert ironwood. I do have to say however, that condor's biggest problem is their quality control. After personally owning four (yes, I said 4!) of these bushlore knives, I finally gave up on them. Each time I bought this knife I had problems with the brass rivet pins protruding from the handle and being extremely sharp to the hand. I contacted condor about the issue, and Rick is a super nice guy and very eager to please his customers, however each time I received a replacement knife within two weeks the brass rivet pins would begin to protrude again and become extremely sharp. I finally decided after the fourth time of replacing the knife to sell it and get rid of it. Condor really needs to consider using a stabilized wood because they are clearly having issues with the woodgrain shrinking causing the pins to protrude from the handle and become very sharp. That being said, I certainly think you went about it the right way when you purchased yours. If you are able to pick up and hold a variety of the knives and have the ability to also choose the woodgrain finish that you aesthetically like, then that is definitely the best way to go about buying one of these knives. However, I would still caution anyone buying these knives that they are probably still going to have issues with handle shrinkage and pin protrusion. Other than that, it's a great knife. Honestly though, I would probably still take a Mora over these condor knives simply because I don't have to worry about any handle issues. I don't believe in battening my knife, so having a full tang knife is not an issue for me. I simply believe in bringing the right tool for the job. If I expect to have to be cutting down saplings and small trees, I will simply bring a hatchet or folding saw. I still do really enjoy the aesthetic appearance of the Bushlore, as it's clearly heavily inspired by the ray mears Woodlore knife. However, I just don't believe condor's fit and finish is up to snuff. Hopefully you will not experience any of the issues that I had with the four copies of this knife that I previously owned! LOL you certainly have a beautiful copy of this knife! I can honestly say I am a little jealous LOL. Cheers!

[@coherence_x54r]

I've had a bushcraft basic 5" for 5 years now and love it. it's a branch lopper. I will get one of these soon, thanks for the vid.

[@scotthill6807]

I've got the Condor Kephart. It's a handy little camp knife, holds a great edge but not as robust as the Bushlore. I'll probably pick up a Bushlore just to have another handy camp knife. Thank you for the review.

[@tennesseesmoky9012]

The Condor Bushlore is a very dependable knife to have with you in the woods. Been using mine for over five years with no issues at all. Handcrafted, very capable and affordable for the common guy. Just keep it clean and a light coating of vegetable oil or something like chapstick on the blade to prevent rust. - Tennessee Smoky

[@eclectic_gamer]

I've just bought this knife and I love it very comfortable to hold I did find that the factory edge was a bit inconsistent not all portions were equally sharp and when I did a paper cut test it was sharp but a bit rough so I spent a little time working on the duller areas of the blade and got it razor sharp I'm not kidding it's scary how sharp it is now and I'm a total novice when it comes to sharpening, I don't even have sharpening stones just a little ceramic field sharpener but I was still able to sharpen it easily. the only thing I found is I've never had a wood handled knife before I could see it perhaps being a bit slippery in some conditions. that being said I don't ever feel like I haven't got a firm hold of the handle because of it's ergonomics and the length which allows you to hold it comfortably in several positions, smaller hands might find the handle a bit chunky to hold.. hard to say, my hands are kind of medium. I would definitely recommend this knife to anyone who is thinking about getting one

[@QuantumMech_88]

It beats the hell out of a lot of "custom" knives made with CNC laser blanking and CNC milling machines which sell for $250.00 bucks . Good and fair review . THX & Happy New Year 2018 !!

[@davidrogers182]

Excellent Review! I love Condor tools!

[@X_explorer]

Fantastic video! I like observing earth, discover and calm down...

[@axelbrode]

Love your videos. Like this Condor Knife. Will surely be able to talk myself into getting one. I have subscribed to your channel. Be Strong, Be of Good Courage, God Bless America and Long Live the Republic. Florida, USA.

[@WalkinSilenceWalkinLight]

Love this knife. Been using it for a couple of years now and no issues. Does every task I need it to and the simplistic design really is lovely. God bless.

[@Nigriff]

One of my favorite knives... at any price range

[@richardrudy2834]

Enjoyed the video bud, very informative. Thanks, I'll be buying me one.

[@marodriguezsr]

Another great video thank you and great presentation on the Condor bushlore. Yours does have a very nice and unique wood grain on the handle. I have a humble video I call "My Condor Knives" showing my Condor knives and I show one Bushlore that is custom. Thank you for all of the great videos that you share with us.

[@shibby535]

I have owned the micarta handle version for a while now. Took it on a multi day hike and batoned a bunch of firewood with ease. Great knife at appealing price.

[@TwoPlusTwoEqualsFive32]

Owned mine for 3 years now and it has never failed me even the original sheath has stood the test of time also it seems the leather they make them from is good quality. Quality is on par with knives that are twice or even triple the price. So long as you take basic care of it and keep it coated with a thin layer of oil its something you can pass on to your kids and probably their kids. I suggest you use a knife dangler with it as the supplied belt loop is a little high and tight and cause the handle to jab into you will also give you a place to keep a ferro rod.

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

Thanks much for the discount!!! Blessings to you and your family 😇 🇺🇸

[@BuzznSuz]

The sheath alone is worth the price of the knife. It is outstanding

[@cameronnorton5898]

Some of my favorite quotes: "Good... bad... - the guy with the gun makes the rules." "The smart man knows a bandage only hides his wounds." "Time you enjoyed wasting isn't wasted time."

[@hunterm.moreno4201]

🥇

[@andreiandrei8240]

The last one is from New Vegas?

[@jordan-it2xf]

very nice knife great deal and love the handle cheers

[@arctic3032]

This was my first Bushcraft knife, and man am I happy with it. Yes, it will stain if you don't take care of it. Nothing a little WD40 on the metal won't prevent. The metal is sturdy, but easy to sharpen.

[@0017Bulldog]

Great knife. I've got no complaints after 1 year.

[@ericlaird7508]

Love the knife! you make it look easy Sootch,I want one,and it's affordable!! Great video .....thank you!!!...

[@danielgolite]

Great video. Like the bushcraft/camping gear.

[@kipperwhite2976]

TY Liked condor long ago & Getting better now !

[@presterjohn71]

I love Condor and really respect the fact that every year they improve and get better. The Condor of even just seven or so years ago are leagues behind the 2016 company. They listen to the customer and constantly deliver. Sadly the prices have been creeping up too though.

[@BassMaster.454]

The bush lore is about $70 bucks now

[@ladonnad.steele2470]

this is what I love about your channel!

[@704TACTICAL]

Great video and review !

[@thomasmoorman5328]

Good knife I own two of them and just ordered another. Condor should pay you for the shout out and video. One of the better promo's I have seen on youtube. I also have a few high end knives and can tell you the the only difference is that their handmade by craftsman in the USA and have better finish and detail. The steels they use are the same. Yes carbon steel is a great steal just make sure you get the profile you want with the grind you prefer. Scandi is a good all around grind as well as convex. I prefer convex but for real deep woods work you can maintain a Scandi al ot easier.

[@raygetoutdoors6151]

You got some beautiful handle scales Scootch. I like my bushlore as well. Ray....Oklahoma

[@xrayguy7523]

I just bought a Bushlore, Mini Bushlore and and Woodworker Axe from Condor. As of now, they are still in the shipping process. Smoky Mountain Knife Works has what you may need. Clayton was my salesman. Rick at Condor responded quickly to my emails. Hopefully, I will be happy with these new toys. Hope this helps.

[@woodyjlw]

subbed your channel. I have an earlier version of the bushlore that I have been using for a few years now and am very happy with it. I did do some work on the blade and handle to work a little better for me but that is what I like about the knife, its affordable enough that adding a few little mods too it to fit your personal needs isn't a big deal.

[@alex09696]

I had no idea you were so close to me. AWESOME!

[@rogerbartley3684]

Nice vid as always Sootch. Great knife

[@TXLionHeart]

Beautiful knife

[@ncsandman8468]

New subscriber,......great review,.you just made up my mind and i'll be ordering it. Looks mighty hard to beat for the money. Thanks man!

[@siftordekemet7790]

Good review, thanks for sharing.

[@willywinket]

Ha. I've gradually become a total gear snob these days. But I have been pretty impressed with my Condor axes so far. Thought I'd give a Condor knife a try, so I ordered this one. Should be here this week!

[@MichaelQuigley-fy5rc]

These knives are really good.

[@johnwilmott8063]

Thanks for that review, just got mine in the post. You hit the jackpot with the handle wood, mine not quiet that standard but still good. A little more pricey now in Europe [$73 equivalent], but still good value.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Nice lil knife. The leaf shape reminds me of a Manix 2 XL.

[@FerociousSniper]

Been looking for a good bushcraft knife since my last one got stolen. $40 bucks and Sootch00s approval. I'll be getting me one of these.

[@estima8tor1]

I've had mine for several months now and it's performed great, that is until yesterday. I was cleaning off the bark and smoothing out a 1" diameter piece of Cedar to make a walking stick. About halfway through I ran across some knots protruding from the surface of the wood and ended up with microchips across the belly of the blade. Some people say the steel on theirs is too soft and the edge rolls, well the heat treat on mine seems to be too hard and it easily chips. This was my go to hiking and camp knife, I even bought a really nice horizontal carry sheath for it. It's obvious to me that Condor's quality control on their heat treatment is hit or miss. If you research the reviews on Amazon and on youtube you will see there are a lot of people experiencing the same issues. The really sad part is I finished smoothing out my cedar walking stick with an inexpensive Chinese made 440 stainless steel knife which went right through those remaining knots with no problems and no blade damage, go figure! I've been bragging online about how great this knife is but now I no longer trust it as my primary knife.

[@MaximumFatness]

Great presentation, sir. Thank you.

[@cliffords2315]

Man thats the perfect all around knife

[@frankwebster1033]

Great video..I have one of these knives...they are the best in my opinion for Bushlore....

[@bushcraft_in_the_north]

it's german 1075 hc steel. And it holds a good edge,and can really take a lot of abuse. Had to try a Condor myself and bought a solobolo.modded the grip and gave it a new edge profile.now it really fits me.rounded the grip a little so there were no hotspot. shelllacked the grip,and pollished the micarta.like it smooth,and now it dont soake upp any fluid. it's not the last condor for me that's for sure.sorry for the bad english,i'am from Norway.

[@aands21]

I ordered this knife super excited for it to get here. Any other recommendations on wooden handle knives I love the look of them! Appreciate it brother

[@danh8537]

Really nice handle...I have one and yes its great easy sharpening knife...can't say a bad word.

[@Molokairider]

I appreciate your videos and content. This knife responds very well to a king k80 water stone and boiled linseed oil on the handle. Rub in some mineral oil on the sheath and enjoy a comfortable and relatively durable carving tool. Easy to sharpen and a great price point.

[@joesanders6898]

I love my Bushlore. I traded an almost never used Buck 110 for it and I have never looked back. There are knife makers out there that charge $200 - $300 for their knives and they're really pretty, but there is nothing that their knives do that my Bushlore can't do.

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

God bless you and happy new year my friend 😇😇😇

[@TheDodge211]

superb knife :) i use a mora companion heavy duty and a opinel no.8 you woul´d love it and it will be about 20$ for both (my going to the woods choise) best regartments from germany :)

[@Markam248]

Great knife. I carry that as my hiking and camping knife. Mark

[@loadnlock357]

Looks like they have made some improvements to the leather sheathe. The belt loop on mine was stitched on and I had an incident in the woods and ripped the stitching out. I wasn't the only one aparently because they replaced the stitching with rivets.

[@thomashandy8985]

I punched holes in min and used Chicago screws

[@johnmutton799]

Very nice!

[@DeuceVideoHD]

Love this. I saw the knife in your Henry video the other day and asked about it. Turns out I just needed to be patient.

[@frankwebster2876]

I have one. .great knife. .love it. .very comfortable. ..

[@kyle-qw5yx]

This review made me order it. Stop making me do these things.

[@ricardoanaya8136]

So how has the knife been?

[@PJ-mj1hy]

Update

[@Phaminator525]

@@PJ-mj1hy I've had this knife since I was 14 , im 21 now. I haven't abused it a lot but I've used it to go camping many times and took it to the ocean once and filleted a 12 lb yellowtail with it lol. Got rusted from neglect and I still haven't gave it a new finish yet haha.

[@PJ-mj1hy]

@@Phaminator525 thanks for the update! I ordered it about a year ago, partially based on this video

[@danofiremano]

My best friend has one of these and I really like it. I'd like to have the mini or micarta scale version!

[@DavidMN-]

This fall i am going to try to "forge" my own fixed blade... depending on how hard it is, I may look into a condor, haha.

[@tavosotto471]

not hard at all, there are a few knifemakers who forge with primitive equipment. the knowledge and skills are another story, do as much research as possible. some things to remember are you can use steel from coil and leaf Springs, it's fantastic blade steel, but your forge will need to be hot enough to soften the thick stock.

[@liamireland7381]

Please consider shooting a video. Best of luck.

[@whatspopin100]

Sootch can you do a review on the gerber gator premium fixed blade knife

[@craftybynature3760]

I had the condor bushlore. it now sits on the shelf... where I live there is a lot of hard maple and I found that the steel is just to soft. .I did question the temper of the blade but regardless it rolled to many times..I do belive the better choice for a budget knife is the bushcraft black or companion heavy duty 1095 is a lot better than 1075 carbon steel. I belive anyways..good video tho.

[@kaltonian]

For the price it's outstanding

[@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941]

Sweet blades for a great price. I wish that I had known about them when I purchased my Habilus...

[@WinStunSmith]

I’ve read dozens of reviews about this knife, and many MANY people are saying the heat treat is no good: won’t hold an edge, edge rolls from light work. I’ve read a lot of positive reviews, too. I get the impression this means they aren’t consistent with the quality of their heat treat. I like the idea of the low price, but if my life ever depends on my knife, I’m not sure I’d trust this one.

[@linotravagliato7287]

Ciao, ho il coltello come me lo anno dato...Deve fare.. ancora la prima affilatura...Mi puoi dare un consiglio come affilarlo e stone..? Il manico verniciato con..? Grazie.

[@Ghostginthree]

Excellent video and info. Thanks.

[@matthewjeffres1289]

Just found your channel. Enjoyed your review.

[@patriotrob7066]

Old video now but I got one recently from my local gun store and the guy made custom scales for it And I absolutely love this knife and the price 30 bucks

[@johnpulwers6628]

A damn good review script for any knives.

[@daviddansereau1793]

I bought two of these. I'm not happy that the new one came with a riveted belt loop. The stitched belt loop on my first Condor sheath is better.

[@daviddansereau1793]

I'll trade if someone likes the riveted one over the stitched one better.

[@erickmo1188]

Buy this knife, buy a $2.00 mouse pad from Walmart or amazon, the go to an auto store and buy wet dry sandpaper 320,400,600,800,1500 grit (apx $10 total). Strop it very lightly moving from 12,10, 8, 6, 4, 2 and then alternate for 20 on each side for each grit respectively. This will very very slightly convex the edge. Again. Just use a little more than the weight of the knife. Then use a leather strop with compound 50 stokes alternating. The result is a super polished edge that will be scary sharp and last longer than 10-75 should. Also easy to touch up.

[@yesdeere1376]

Erick Ohmstede I have a pile of whetstones that work really well, but I always get more consistent results with the method you're describing. If I had known that I wouldn't have spent all the money on the stones.

[@jamesaritchie1]

That's is the worst possible thing you could do to this knife, or to any knife you want to use in the wilderness. You are, in fact, ruining the knife as a wilderness knife, whether for bushcraft, or for survival. A strop with compound? Which compound? I doubt you even know the difference. If you did, you would have said so. Green is the finest compound that has a grit, and you definitely do not want to strop fifty times with it. Red is the polishing compound. Technically, it, too, has a grit, but the grit is around 30,000, which means it does not cut steel, but only polishes it. Anyway, do not convex anything you want to take into the wilderness, or that you may have to use as a survival knife. All you're doing is make the knife nearly impossible to sharpen in the wilderness, and you will have to sharpen it more than once, if you get into trouble, The Scandi grind is perfect for wilderness and survival use. The bevel angle is not. If you really want to improve any fixed blade knife used for bushcraft, for skinning big game, or for survival use, put a bevel angle on it of twenty for all around use, or of twenty-five for skinning large animals. This has been the standard single knives were invented, but KZbin incest, and beginners who can't be expected to know any better, along with fake KZbin experts, have made everyone believe a knife should be razor "sharp" right out of the box. People who believe this don't even know what the word "sharp" means.

[@2ndhandsurvival955]

good video and not bad for the price

[@TimothyRyanFisher]

I have this and the little brother, both good knives for the price, you can beat them up, I don’t want to beat up my Enzo Trapper yet it was $135, Bushlore is $40

[@jean-baptistecardamone7775]

The audio quality is superbe. I got the impression that I am right by you.

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Sootch, Yeah, I bought my Blind Horse Bushcrafter when the Kephart became real popular. It's very similar to your Condor Bushlore, I consider the Bushlore Condor a Kephart style. But since I already had the Blind Horse Bushcrafter, I didn't feel the need of another similar knife. But every time I see a video on the Confor Bushlore, I also have to talk my way out of it. I might just get one some day. Yeah my knife is similar, Its a 4" blade spot on, and 5/32" thick, But I got the canvas micarta handle, but I had mine flattened but the corners are rounded, Man is it comfortable, Infact the whole nine yards gives me a very good control on working wood with mine. I also had my handle polished with the fisheye pins it looks like a very high priced Kephart, well it is.,,.

[@smokymountainoutdoorsman1991]

I've thought about getting one of these, but is it really any better than a Mora High Q robust?

[@madjack821]

Condor is a good brand for what you pay. I like Mora brand as well for lighter work.

[@lightweightprepperuk9027]

Good for wood carving mora companion

[@sweetcostarica]

Condor's are OK, "some" are pretty good when they are made on Monday. BUT Mora knives, for the prices you pay are the better/stronger knife today A knife - to do all knife type tasks does not need to be a full-tang design or even heavy-duty. (The Condor Bushlore) Full-tang knives are recommended to *beginners because beginners don't know* the various techniques in bushcraft to make the work easier & less stressful on the blade. (The Ray Mears Woodlore) Full-tang knives are recommended to *advanced & experts to make money* period. I have always wondered why some "experts" carry expensive $400 to $1,000 USD custom knives in the woods: - to show off to the Jones'? - to market it for themselves or others? - to do bushcraft better because if a knife has red scales & has a high-end wood/Ivory handle it is a better worker? Rant mode off. Remember the proper tool for the job is the wise way. That means use an axe to split, a saw cut logs, & a knife to slice.

[@TheKimjoh560]

madjack821 Condor makes very good knives but what really impresses me time and again is the sheaths and that's where Mora falls short. Moras are great and you can't beat them for value but they're just not very satisfying to own because it's all plastic.

[@PJ-mj1hy]

@@sweetcostarica your little rambling comment shows how much you actually don't know about this subject. Red scales and ivory handle? The "handle" is the scales. Perhaps you meant liners? I don't know, because you sound like a moron.

[@sweetcostarica]

@@PJ-mj1hy Why are you being so negative *PJ??* I gave my few years on this earths opinion from the Boy Scotts to U.S. Navy Submarine service. We have never met so why the hate & name calling?? You said, "...how much you (sweetcostarica - see my website) actually don't know about this subject". I am willing to learn from you *PJ.* Please school me on the *"subject of discussion."* *Note:* the nomenclature of knives is my weakness so you do have a small point above. IN KINDNESS TO ALL So in response to your aggressive, insulting remarks to our 1st meeting on-line *Mr. PJ* I say to you: *May God bless & keep you. May all the days of your life on earth be happy & full of love.* SCHOOL ME I look forward to your intellectual information on: - price of bushcraft i.e. what price to pay to carry (expensive $1,000 USD Ray Mears knives or $10 Moras) - are Full-tang heavy-duty knives recommended (i.e. are they really necessary?) - what are *beginner* techniques in bushcraft that make the job "smarter not harder" on you & the knife's blade? - are scales or liners or ivory handles better workers for bushcraft, hiking, & camping? (i.e. are they important to have?) - am I wrong using an axe to split, a saw cut logs, & a knife to slice? (what is *PJ* correcting to my rambling comment here?) Rant mode on high - Lets talk.

[@guyman4234]

I think I will buy this as a hard use tool. Can anyone give me an idea about sharpening the knife and the edge it keeps????

[@slyfox4564]

Dont the edges roll like crazy on these?

[@flipflat4814]

That looks just like the knife l just ordered from Amazon called BPS B1 bushcraft made of 1066 carbon steel with full tang.

[@Ahcelaht]

Does the steel chip when you strike a ferro rod?

[@southern.pride0]

everything condor makes is amazing. personally i found it amusing how they sell swords straight out of the 14th century

[@LifeofKev]

dont you find the steel to be a bit on the soft side though?

[@laciihasz4734]

it is a bit soft, and looses its sharpness quickly. but very easy to re sharpen tho.

[@LifeofKev]

yeah agree, it is easy to get a razor edge

[@Daytonaman675]

I have the mini - it’s a perfect companion blade to a rat-7 or similar sized “big knife”