Condor Bushlore Review

My first impressions and review of the Condor Bushlore. As far as I can tell, this knife meets all the requirements for the Pathfinder School.

[@preparedmind101]

Nice job. The Bushlore isn't my favorite but it does what it was meant to do. I call it the "Poor Man's Genesis". I usually suggest the Mora Bushcraft Black for people wanting to practice on a budget, or the Bushlore if they want a more traditional type knife.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

PREPAREDMIND101 Thats a good way to put it. I think the Condor would hold up to battoning better than the Black, but thats pure speculation.

[@sithlordpunkin]

A while back I took a tumble off a hill. Busted both knees. Ended being a four day ordeal. I credit this knife to getting me through. I'd recommend it to anyone. Great blade. Thanks for posting,enjoyed your take on it.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

CMT Outdoors Holy Hanna! If thats not a recommendation I don't know what is!

[@fishfnatic]

looked like a great feather stick to me, love the fact you're still giving it even with one hand only. Hard core

[@LarryRobertsbc]

fishfnatic Thanks man! Take it from me..I suck at feather sticking. lol

[@HobbiesOutdoors]

I carried my bushlore to the pathfinder pioneer class and I was able to do anything and everything required with it. I did carry a diamond rod and used it frequently during down time but it wasn't always required I just wanted to make sure I always had a good sharp edge at all times. Thanks for the great review Larry.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Jason Yelton Thats cool, you put it to the test and it performed. I'm liking this knife more and more.

[@Bushradical]

Hey Larry. The condor woodlaw is the simplest and most ergonomic knife handle Ive tried. Stupid simple and feels good no matter how you hold it. Just my opinion. Thanks for the vid....tell Raf, Ryan, Zack and Briggs I said Hi.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Everyone has their favorite that's for sure. You think they still talk to me? lol

[@Bushradical]

I don't know if they do, or not, but i'm sure you're held in the highest regard. Thanks for he vid. Cheers

[@Countryprepper]

Awesome review man, that knife is tough! I'm no pro at making feather sticks, but what works for me is to tip the blade down and slice the feathers instead of forcing the blade straight down. Works different for everybody though, just thought it's worth a try.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Country Prepper Your right about the feather sticking technique. I find it depends on the knife mostly and a little on the wood. In my vid @watch?v=37uvl0AnSqc I actually show this method to Stephen (the big guy in the white tee shirt). Thanks!

[@jamthebushcraftman5267]

***** Hey Larry thanks for taking the time to do a first impressions video and beating up the Condor bushlore . I was lucky enough to be given one of these knifes for Christmas and I'm looking forward to using it. I mainly use a mora robust and found that very good. As for handles I have big hands and I like a big handle to get a grip off so my farther years ago showed me about using thin wet strips of leather to bind the handle to the right size works we'll give it a go. Atb jam

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Jam Thebushcraftman Doing that leather mod might be the ticket for this knife. I will have to use it more and see what route I want to go. Thanks Jam!

[@erikrobison3475]

Hey Larry, I was turned onto your channel from justin wolfe, and I'm really impressed with what you're doing!! A big thanks for your videos man! They are real and informative. My 2cents on the bushlore is its a great knife! The 1075 is a lot harder than I expected, but it doesn't chip like harder steels. I ended up putting a convex edge on mine, and its a monster!! The convex radius edge made it a complete tank! It's my go to if I'm going to get rough with a knife. Love the videos.. And the series.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Erik Robison Thanks Erik! I need to test this knife out some more, but so far so good. I will be beating on this knife more in the future thats for sure.

[@scoutingfreegermany]

I've seen a lot reviews in the Bushlore and most of them said too that for this price the knife is kinda no-brainer. Great review Larry, Cheers, Marc

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Scouting Free It sure seems like a nice knife to me. I've seen a lot worse for a lot more money thats for sure.

[@SeahawkCustomsPc-qk2zn]

You being upfront and honest with everyone says alot about you my friend. More you practice the better you will get in time don't rush it take your time it will come. Also you earned a sub from me.

[@pejutahaspa]

excellent review brother! My Condor is an extent knife and can't see it not being in my pack.

[@schlooonginator1227]

Larry,like your videos. Got wind of you through Justin Wolfe and glad I did. I don't own the Genesis but have seen many excellent reviews on all Wright knives but when you mentioned the handle I thought I should mention that you really should try out the Spyderco Bushcraft UK. Awesome handle that is larger. Many have said its the best handle they have ever held. I can almost guarantee that it may even surpass the Genesis in comfort. They spent years perfecting its design. Not cheap though.

[@ChrisWilkesSurvival]

One of the better Bushlore reviews I've seen. Good job.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Chris Wilkes Thanks Chris!!

[@watermain48]

No wonder feathersticking fatigues you...that was the biggest feather stick I've seen in a while. Nice bunch of tests and a good, honest review. Thanks.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

+Bill K. Go big or go home. lol Thanks Bill.

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

one handed but did not quit !! blessings to you and yours !!

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Thank you!

[@Woodenarrows]

Good review/test video Larry. I batoned firewood with mine for a solid two weeks this past summer on a family vacation. Some of it was like your sample test here. Mine is none the worse from it.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

***** I tell you what, we beat the snot out of that knife and all is well with it. What more can you ask?

[@briargoatkilla]

I've always lean towards the softer steels 'cause I can keep them super sharp a lot easier. They don't last as long but I always touch them up often and have no trouble. I carried a Bushlore for the entire year of 2013. It is a fine knife, for sure. Another knife you should consider is the Mora High Q Robust...nice thick handle, sharpens easily, is tough as hell and cheap as dirt. Great video, sir.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

briargoatkilla I love the robust! Come on..its a mora! :) I love my mora's! This condor seems to be a pretty good knife. I am going to carry it for a spell and see what I think.

[@flyflung]

Good job on the review. I was kidding about the one handed baton. That is what hatchets are for!

[@LarryRobertsbc]

CS T I know you were kidding. lol I almost had you for a minute though. HA! ;)

[@Airik1111bibles]

I bought a Bushlore not long after watching your review awhile back and I love it ..... BUT I feel the same way the grip is just to small. Unfortunately I'm to poor to buy a custom knife at the moment but I will keep searching for that big grip that I need;) The LT knives look awesome and rating a budget knife must be hard after using quality blades like that so it says alot about Condor's Bushlore. Mine strops right back to life after a good hard use, I got it for 27$ on ebay so heck ya cant beat that. Thanks for such a great review and taking time out of your life I know making review vids really can be a pain.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

It is so hard to decide when it comes to knives. I just came home from Atlanta from The Blade Show, and being there was such a great experience cause of the exposure to so many different knives. You almost have to handle them to know if they will work for you. Thanks for watching! When and if you can, try out a Genesis with liners in the handle, I think you'll like it.

[@jackmccormack6938]

Great review Larry! I have had the Bushlore as my primary knife for almost a year now. Some of the things i have done are carve spoons, baton regularly, bow drill sets, feather sticks, skin rabbit, pheasant and a squirrel.. Just to name a few. That knife will do EVERYTHING that a decent blade will do, as well as most expensive knives. Yes i agree the retention isnt amazing, but regular honing sorts that. The spine digs into ferro rods like nothing else!! The only issue i have had is that it cant be used to get a decent spark from flint.. It will spark, but not well. Thats easily solved by just carrying a striker, i believe in task specific tools anyway. Soak the handle in olive oil and it gives it a much darker colour, and keep me updated on how you do with it sir. Cheers, Jack

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Jack McCormack I don't do the flint test often with my knives, but I did it with this one. It made two solid embers within 5 min. I'll have to suck it up and try this with my more expensive knives and see how they do.

[@jackmccormack6938]

Personally i'd rather not beat my knife spine with flint. It makes it less effective as a ferro rod striker in places if you do! Cheerd, Jack

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Maybe I won't beat the knife I was thinking of then. With the rough edges from the flint I thought it would make a better striker for my ferro rod.

[@luketdrifter2100]

Great review on a great knife. I think the Condor gets dissed by a lot of people because of it's low cost. I have used mine a year or so and love it. For sharpening I just use a sanding pad with 220 and 600 grit sand paper, and finish it with 1000

[@LarryRobertsbc]

luketdrifter2100 I've heard of other folks using sand paper as well. I've seen the results and it seems to work great. Thanks for watching man.

[@Airik1111bibles]

Great review brother, I have the same complaint about knife grips just not enough palm swell to fill the hand. I like that Bushlore and was undecided but I think your vid pushed me to go for it, I have a small budget and it should fill that need for me. I just bought a Schrade schf52 and the handle is way to thin for such a big blade but all the reviews seemed OK on that point. Maybe I should have bought the Schf9 cause everyone complained about the huge palm swell LOL maybe you should check the Schf 9 out. Anyways subscribed and its cool having your daughter in your vid, no way would I trust mine with a baton ;)

[@Shanecoffeyoutdoors]

Larry, I've got nothing but respect for your Honest Reviews. Thanks for that. This is a knife that I'd have no problem owning. I carry a few expensive knives on me as my EDC from day to day. When I'm out in the woods, I like knives I can beat on and can take it. I'm not going to beat on my Spyderco or Benchmade knives but, this may find a way in my Pack to replace my Mora. My Mora has been good to me don't get me wrong....it just wish it had some weight.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Shane Coffey Thanks very much for that. Now, before you ditch your mora for this knife...I should have said this in my vid, but this knife is light. Thats one of the first things I noticed about it to be honest. I like this knife, but if you want some more weight you might want a different one with thicker steel.

[@Shanecoffeyoutdoors]

I'll keep that in mind. That's why I said, it may find a way. I really want something that's budget friendly and has some weight to it. I plan on using it like a tool.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

You will be able to use this knife that way thats for sure.

[@Shanecoffeyoutdoors]

Thanks Larry! !! I look forward to your next one handed video! TAKE CARE

[@bigfootbushcraft7063]

Awesomeness!!!!! Loving the beard brother!!!!! Praying for your thumb to heal fast buddy. I sent my Bushlore back to Condor because my knife wldnt hold a edge long enough to carve a spoon but Im glad you got a good one. And why you Baton is to get to the dry center wood without the risk of loosing a toe from a axe and yes its a good test as well. But if all you had on you lost in the rainy woods was a knife and needed to get dry wood from the center of a oak log this knife wld help lol. Thumbs up brother. Get better asap.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

John Kenneally Oh, your absolutely right about the battoning to get the dry wood inside, plus for a bow drill or any controlled split. I just meant I normally would only do it to a softer wood. I can't really see a reason to do it to a piece of oak in the woods. Lots of folks have been saying I got a good one, they must really have quality control issues.

[@bigfootbushcraft7063]

O ok buddy got you now lol. But yeah ***** my bushlore was so bad I sent it back and didnt want a replacement. I took it on a 2 day outing and I took just that and a bigger blade and I had to have sharpened that thing 6 times in 2 days. Not strop not touch up I mean took chips and rolls out after a few minutes of normal carving. I had big hopes for that knife. Being a huge Mears fan and can't afford his blade I was so stoked to have a replica for a great price but man I was so heart broken after a few minutes of using it and wishing I brang my moras. Thats why I take a pack of blade now on every trip because I now know what it feels like when your blade feels you and you didnt bring a backup. Never again!!!! Lol

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Man, that is just terrible! I would never be able to look a knife like that in the face ever again. Honing is one thing, but sharpening that much in such a short amount of time is unacceptable.

[@bigfootbushcraft7063]

Hecks yeah after the weekend I literally took so much metal off the knife it was almost time to re-profile it. Im all for cheap I dnt ever knock anything because its not the real woodlore or anything like that, like I said I was very happy I had kinda the same blade as Ray but when my $8 mora 511 holds a edge all weekend with a few strops it really makes a $40 knife look like a ripoff lol and a guy just said in a Condor post the other day the sheath even tho its very good leather the thread is crap and his sheath is falling apart so just keep an eye on yours *****

[@LarryRobertsbc]

I thought the same thing about the thread.

[@feralwoodcraft]

Great video Larry. I think you hit all the important parts that you were able. And I agree, I think at this point, and from just watching the vid, the handle and type of steel are the only major issues. for the price, it seems to be a good tier 2 blade. Again, if I was to form an opinion solely on watching this video.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Feral Woodcraft Not my #1 choice, but one I'd give a kid that I was teaching or as a loaner blade. I actually liked the handle even though it was a tad small for my taste.

[@BorealBushcraftCanada]

Great handle, awesome size, great sheath, low price, but I found the edge retention of the steel awful. I've had 2 bushlores (I got one for free), and recently the Condor Hudson Bay (gift exchange), and I always had to take em to the stone for hours fixing the edge everytime I used em for a few hours.. I'm done with Condor knives and I'm done with 1075. I wish they would improve the quality control of the steel because everything else is right on! Right off the box my bushlore didn't even have an ''okay'' spine to strike a ferro rod. My second bushlore was way better at striking the ferro rod. I think they have some quality control issues. I'd stick to Mora for low cost and for something more reliable. If I had done 10% of what you just did with my Hudson bay or bushlore the edge would have been totally destroyed, chipped, bent, etc. Looks like you got a good one! Cheers! Pat

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Boreal Bushcraft Canada One of the few times I ever got lucky with a product I guess. Normally if it can go wrong for me it usually does. lol I've been hearing that they have control issues from lots of folks. Why can't they just go with 1095? It can't be that much more expensive?

[@EarthVoiceOnline]

Thanks for the review. I recently got a Condor Mini Bushlore because I wanted a small knife that was full tang and tough. It works great. Some cosmetic flaws, but it's a practical , solid knife.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

***** Practical and solid, my thoughts exactly with mine.

[@eclectic_gamer]

Nice video ordered this knife today i think you did a fair test and answered any doubts i had in getting the knife i dont really plan on using the knife as hard as that and if i need to baton ill probably use my super cheap mora or something your daughter has a good aim btw lol

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Thanks! I’ll tell her you said that. :)

[@bernesepuppy]

Agree that's it's a great knife for the money - personally really like it. But one thing to look out for - I put mine away in a drawer ( dry )for a few days after using it and when I returned to it, I found the blade had rust on it. I now oil the blade before putting it away.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Paul Turner Thanks Paul. For sure you will need to oil the blade. All these high carbon knives will rust, some more than others. O1 steel is especially bad.

[@jerrymorris1527]

Good review Larry. If you are having probs finding a handle to fit you give a shout to William Collins, He is making some of the best and most comfortable knives I have seen. He will make a knife with a handle to fit you just as you want it. And his prices are VERY reasonable!! William has a really good channel here on KZbin. Good to see the hand doing better. Much respect for you.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Jerry Morris Thanks Jerry! Maybe one day I will have to look him up.

[@Wingman115]

Great test and review! Thanks for sharing.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

***** Thanks!!

[@EatCarbs]

Pretty nice knife. I was looking at getting one at first.. but ended up getting the Stratos instead. Thanks for the video

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Eat Carbs It's a decent knife for the price. I wish it were 1095, but its a good "beater" knife.

[@2bonosc]

This is kinda my "beat up knife", in my field dressing bag. This knife splits a Deers sternum ( using a baton) with ease. To split kindling near the wood stove it's great also. For fine work I have difficulty- probably my fault - I sharpen it after every use because IMO the edge doesn't hold well. Great Vid's thanks

[@LarryRobertsbc]

2bonosc I need more work with it to be sure, but I think your right, the edge isn't quite as good as it could be. I'm taking it to a overnighter/ mini class I will be giving and I'm going to let the folks handle it and see what they think, and see how the edge lasts.

[@keithmedlin9804]

I do not have the bushlore to compare, but I bought a Kephart knife from Deer Creek Forge and it came with a pretty thick handle. I do not if it would do what you are looking for but I wanted to through it out there.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Keith Medlin Good to know Keith, thanks man. I have a custom knife on order that should be here in about a month. I hope this one will solve my handle problems.

[@lornesmith9068]

I hope your arm healed up well. Great review and 1-handed techiques demo.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

It took a long time, but it healed up nicely. Thanks!

[@diderichlangmannen]

Very good review - thank you, Larry! But to bring it to the point right at the beginning: It´s not possible to compare the Bushlore with other knives who have a price of more than 200 bucks! Is there a reason to buy a Mora or a Hultafors? If we would really would do a competition of these different knives - all the expensive ones would lost! If the Bushlore is doing 99% of a Benchmade, a LTW, a Spyderco, a Jacklore or a BHK for 25% of the costs - there is no need to buy another one! If you take care a little bit this knife will stay with you for the rest of your life. There is only one real reason why I would buy a knife from small company is to support these nice people and to enjoy the perfection of their craftsmanship! That´s it! But to go out in the woods and to work with a knife, just for fun - the Bushlore would be a perfect choice! And if you would need a real survival knife - than you have to forget all these Scandi grinded knives and you have to look to something different!

[@LarryRobertsbc]

I wouldn't say that the Bushlore can do 99% of what an LT knife can do, but I get your point for sure.

[@jackmccormack6938]

But man you got some awesome sparks off of yours! I may have to really give that a go

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Jack McCormack I was very suprised. It sparked like crazy I thought.

[@TimothyRyanFisher]

For the price this is a great knife. The mini Bushlore is good too. 40 bucks, nice leather sheath!

[@BlackChrome84]

Great review Larry!

[@LarryRobertsbc]

BlackChrome84 Thanks man!

[@Olympia_Outdoors]

my bushlore is my pride an joy. lol maybe someday I'll upgrade but I really like it. I also carry a laplander saw an a hatchet in the backcountry.

[@Olympia_Outdoors]

P.S I'm glad to know it can throw sparks with a flint!

[@LarryRobertsbc]

+Olympic Outdoors Dad It did good for me, thats for sure.

[@AroundTheCabin]

Your leg...MY EYES....lol Good video my friend. Crazy first spark.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Around The Cabin My legs are Minnesota white. lol That first spark was crazy as heck. Thanks for watching!

[@philoeolivarria448]

It's a great sheath.!!!!

[@alexmcgregor7082]

I hear you on the small handles, that's why i make my own knives, for about 350 bucks you can get into it on a hobby level.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Peter Parker The problem is that I am not an artist or craftsman. You guys that make stuff like knives, sheaths, bags and pouches have a gene I don't have. I can do some stuff maybe you can't, but you will always have the edge on me when it comes to making stuff like this. :)

[@alexmcgregor7082]

***** hey don't sell yourself short, it isn't rocket science, i understand though, with 4 kids it's hard for me to find the time and money but i sneak out to the garage for an hour here and there, my first knife i just traced one of my friends and made a few little changes, it's nice to have something that's made just the way you like it. Good vids by the way! Cheers!

[@alexmcgregor7082]

Texas knife makers . com is a great place to start for tools and supplies!

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

I've always heard great "out the box" comments on this knife. I haven't seen a follow-up review a year later of it being the one knife a person used to do everything. I had bad luck with a Condor (Rodan).Some folks will say "it's a good knife for the money", that's not my standard. My standard is "I'd bet my life on this knife". I'm going to go through all the budget blades this Spring (including this Condor and the internet-famed Schrades that I have YET to see anyone do a real field test on and follow up as well). But Larry, your test is the first one that I've seen that makes it look good and from what I understand, today's Bushlore is not yesterday's Condors. Still, I'm not feelin' that 1075. Again, only long term testing and wearing down and honing and wearing down and honing and wearing down over and over and over again is going to reveal how "good" a knife because they almost all come out of the box in tip-top shape. Good review.

[@preparedmind101]

What's your definition of a "real field test and follow up"? Just curious.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

PREPAREDMIND101 I'm not sure if this comment is for me, but I'll take a stab at it. Lots of folks dis the "review" that is like what I just did cause I didn't use it for a year or two before posting. I think I beat the crap out of it, but like any product to fully appreciate it you have to use it for more than a weekend to give a 100% review. I am in the fortunate spot of having lots of knives and the unfortunate spot of not having the time to fully test them all for years at a time. I did the best I could with the time I had, but I will be carrying this knife more and testing it further.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Survivalist Base Camp This knife worked pretty dang good for me. Of course it needs some more carry time, but I beat it through a oak log, so I think it will do just fine for normal tasks.

[@preparedmind101]

***** No, it was for the guy that still hasn't seen a "real" test of a Schrade. I'm completely onboard with a First Impressions review. I tried to make them more common. It's a better version of the dreaded unboxing video. It makes a better graph of information over time. If people can't grasp that it's a first impression review when you say so, that's their problem. If a knife just feels right and you can immediately take it out and do tasks you are used to doing, isn't that pertinent information? I think so! I laugh when I see comments like "I won't review a knife unless I've used it for 6 months". It's comical. I understand maybe not wanting to RECOMMEND with your full support a knife until it's been proven... and that's if it's COMPLETELY new. But people with knife knowledge and experience handling many types of blades...you know steels and you know grinds... you know manufacturer reputations... those people are frankly more qualified to make that kind of educated assessment. I personally think this 6-month-badge-of-honor stuff started because someone famous probably said it first. I'm all for First Impressions reviews (with first use). Followed later on after more use. What I've found is viewer are a big help. Then you can look at a LOT more experiential data. Maybe YOU got a good one but 10 other people got a bad one? Worth reporting? I think so. Forget "Rules" and do what feels right. If someone doesn't like it, they just need to learn to let go. Brush it off and go on to something or someone that better fits their rigid standards. You cannot and WILL NOT please everyone, so always do what feels right and stick to it.

[@preparedmind101]

Another thing: its a Bushlore. It's been around a while. There are LOTS of reviews on it already. That is pertinent data you can factor in. You don't have to take it to a lab with a metallurgist. It's Condor and it's 1075. We know their rep and we know the generality in which it performs. Pertinent data. Nothing at all wrong with your review.

[@grierwolfe]

You scared me with that "I'm going to hold it in my teeth" thing. lol.... Good review man.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

***** Gottcha! lol

[@bosse641]

Check this guy out for a thicker handle for solid grip. .....this is the one I would buy. ....looks very nice.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

+Bosse Grytbakk We all have our favorites thats for sure. I'm partial to the Genesis myself.

[@JDOCustomLeather]

Great video, I was wondering after you did all the tests did you clean the blade before you shaved your leg with it? I've done a couple tests myself and I've noticed to give it a fair test you have to clean the blade with oil after a test to see if it still cuts well, if there's still micro pieces of wood on it it won't seem to be as sharp, either way great review.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

JDOCustomLeather That sound reasonable for sure. I've never done that with any of my knives unless I cut sap or fat wood with it. I could see how that would affect it though.

[@timothylangston6157]

If grip is an issue for you check out William Collins knives. He is on youTube and FaceBook. People rave about the handel profiles.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Timothy Langston I have a knife on order from Blackfeather knives, formally Primal Edge, so I'm hoping my search will be over. I will go check him out though for sure.

[@mattiasagren3422]

Can you try the casstrom no10 Swedish Forrest knife

[@brutalbrital]

you look so awkward doing the video with a busted wing but good on ya mate, may i suggest with featherstick making you should always push your curls all the way to same spot that you stop it will help. I have a condor that I don't use much but I found they are not sharp straight from the box, and need constant stropping to keep there edge but generally its a pretty good steel that is very tough. It is more useful as a machete/parang steel but it wont ever fail you. Thanks for sharing the video hope your all healed up and mended.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

brutalbrital Thats for the well wishes. Your right about the feather sticking of course, I need a lot more practice with it. Some folks get certain skill fast, but not so much for me on this one. Your right about the steel being a tad soft too, however mine did come sharp right out of the box. Thanks!

[@realsharpknives7988]

Maybe try friction tape to increase the handle size.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Real Sharp Knives Not a bad idea. I would like to find a handle that I don't have to rely on that though. I am forever on the quest for the "perfect" knife....it's just an excuse to buy more. lol

[@anapaulaamorim6184]

Test the Real Steel Bushcraft II, I think you'll like it! It has a super comfortable handle, incredible Scandi grind, super steel (D2) and a nice kydex sheath and is cheap!

[@LarryRobertsbc]

I'm not partial to D2, but I'd try it for sure.

[@PeterNordBushcraft]

Those were good feather sticks.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Thanks!

[@OutsideTheBoxUS]

Great Review! Well done sir!

[@LarryRobertsbc]

55 Survive Thanks!

[@Howlingdingobush]

Good review..

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Howling Dingo Thanks!

[@themiwoodsman7222]

great Knife i have all of 2013 i know you don't watch my vids i just did a 1 yr review on mine ! ya can't beat it for the money ! do you got pathfinder stock you mention them often ! anyway nice review 1 atb john

[@LarryRobertsbc]

the mi woodsman I'm sorry man, with making all these vids its hard to visit everyone, I'll pop over soon I promise. No I don't have any Pathfinder stock, but its hard not to mention the folks who are at the top. ;)

[@themiwoodsman7222]

i understand Larry it's all good i still like all your vids and ya it's hard to watch them all i got 1485 subs i spend way to much time here LOL

[@WisconsinEric]

I bought a Bushlore a year and a half ago and I paid for "extra grade sharpening" from a vender(I'm sure you can figure out who that was). The knife came to me with the worst edge I have ever had, and it rolled every time I batoned it. When I mentioned it to the vender, and he came within one mm of calling me a liar, saying he had personally hand sharpened my knife, so he could not understand my issue. After I made a video showing it on video, he begged me to sent it back for an exchange, saying he sent me the wrong knife that had not receive his personal "extra grade sharpening service" That also made no since because he brags that he quality control checks each and every knife, even the ones that do not receive that service. I told him to eff off and NEVER contact me again. I cant help but take it personally when someone implies I am a liar. That knife(if you could even call it that) when straight in the garbage along with the average sheath that everone raves about. He even admitted the steel is NOT as good a less expensive Mora. I am glad you like your Bushlore as so many other do.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

***** Wow, sounds like you had a bad experience for sure. The sheath sucks by the way. lol. I guess it doesn't suck, but its nothing special. You saw us beat it through oak, so I guess I got a good one. I can't complain if my knife does that for me.

[@zhaneranger]

Those are some nice one handed techniques

[@LarryRobertsbc]

+zhaneranger Thanks!

[@Hustler_state]

Comfy handle? Look up Pete Kohler, dark timber customs. Best of the best

[@LarryRobertsbc]

jcoopdo It does have a comfy handle. I just got a Blackfeather knife and the handle is the best I've found so far.

[@Willys-Adventures]

nice review Larry thanks for sharing

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Thanks for watching man!

[@jamesaritchie2]

You threw about twenty sparks with that thing. It wasn't just on the first strike. Anyway, stop worrying about edge retention. Worry about how long it will take you to sharpen your 01 steel in a life or death situation.

[@crackonwithnowak5087]

So, was it comfortable in your hand?

[@LarryRobertsbc]

CrackOnWith Nowak Yes it was. No worse than any other knife and a lot better than others. I just happen to like large handles.

[@MrMadhouse70]

Not good at feathersticks? well... thoose curls where as far as i know very very good.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

magnus andersson Thanks Magnus. It just takes me a long time to do them and I have problems keeping them attached to the stick.

[@kato2531]

For $40 don't think you can ask for more. BTW please be careful when you're doing all this one arm bushcraft thing. Don't want to see you have a accident and delay your recovery.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

lin juan Thanks, I will be careful. I appreciate your concern. :) Its a decent knife, that I don't mind testing and getting dirty so to speak.

[@R0b87]

Good video, subbed! :)

[@TheGrizzlyHillbilly]

Im not that great at feather sticks. Personally ive never needed them. Yes itd be a great skill to master but there really isnt a wanting to learn as much as other ways of Firecraft.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

GrizzlyHillbilly I personally have never really needed to use them either. Like you said it's a good skill to learn though.

[@philipculbertson55]

I thought you had been in the cold too long when you said you were going to hold the knife in your teeth!

[@LarryRobertsbc]

Philip Culbertson HA! Got you!

[@jamesaritchie2]

1095 is the best steel ever made, in my opinion. 1075 has one huge advantage over both 1095 and 01 steel. It's a heck of a lot tougher. You will not break 1075 unless you abuse in horribly. Really horribly. No, it doesn't hold an edge quite as long as 1095, but nothing is less important in a good knife than how long it holds an edge. You can sharpen 1075 back to a razor edge in seconds, and it stays sharp more than long enough to do any normal job. Far too much emphasis is placed on steel hardness. Far too much. Hardness is seldom a good thing in steel, and even 1095 should be no harder than 58. Many prefer it no higher than 55. People are just way too impressed with hardness. It seems to make sense that hard is better, but hardness always comes with a price. Anyway, no, you don't have to baton. Batoning is as amateurish as it gets,. Real woodsmen baton with an axe or a tomahawk, not with a knife. A marketer invented batoning with a knife, not a woodsman, and only KZbin incest keeps it alive.A knife should be your best friend, and you don't beat your best friend with a club. You carry a hatchet or a tomahawk, and let it do the job it was designed to do, which is splitting wood, both by swinging, and by batoning.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

+James Ritchie I guess I will agree to disagree on most of what you said James. Thanks for watching!

[@houseboatrob4238]

James Ritchie the best steel ever made?lmao

[@RedBayDog]

Good review.. OFF subject, who made that hat??

[@LarryRobertsbc]

RedBayDog The contact info for the lady is here: @watch?v=h9GMXiKu9yg

[@LarryRobertsbc]

RedBayDog I don't know if my reply went through, but if you watch my primitive shirt vid the lady's info is there.

[@RedBayDog]

***** Will do..

[@pejutahaspa]

excellent review brother! My Condor is an extent knife and can't see it not being in my pack.

[@LarryRobertsbc]

+hawk cost low Thanks! It is a pretty good knife, it did all I asked it to do.