I had a problem with a Condor knife. I contacted Condor Customer service and this is how I was treated. ........Dave Whipple Here is a link to the condor Bushlore knife amzn.to/2GLg82c
Пікірлер: 346
@stephensgate17 жыл бұрын
Gotta love a company like Condor for standing behind their products. Every time I've ordered from Condor I've been extremely pleased. Let's support Condor guys......because they support us. Thank you for sharing with us your experience. All the best to you and the family. -Stephen, Ohio
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Hey Stephen, I agree 100% , those guys do good and treat us all well!
@robbabcock_7 жыл бұрын
Kudos to Condor! There are a lot of companies that sell more expensive products that don't support them as well as Condor. Well done.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
They are great for sure. Thanks for the comment.
@rodbennettakakampzite54484 жыл бұрын
That's awesome and good to know about Condor knives. I have had similar experiences with "Leatherman"... I have been carrying them 20 plus years, and have broken more than a few... They have ALWAYS sent me a NEW replacement...👍
@wm_survival7 жыл бұрын
Well, what can I say... Ive been Condor TK Representative in my Country for about a year and now also a designer. In CondorTK I found a great team, very interested on to make good quality material and always caring about customers, so that is why I wasnt surprised for what they did in your case. I was a Condor knives user before becoming part of the team and I did it because it is great material for an unique price. In my opinion, best price-quality relation. Thanks for sharing your experience. Walter
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Thank you and thank all the staff at Condor for the way they take care of their customers. I appreciate all you do. I actually took a Condor Hudson Bay knife with me on the Television show "ALONE" on the History channel. It shows up several times during the series ( season 4). I had thought about partnering with Condor at some point and have talked with Joe flowers But he's quite busy and I don't hear from him much. I have always loved your products and very much appreciate your customer care. Thank you for your comment.
@wm_survival7 жыл бұрын
My models (two first) will be available on the next catalog soon to be edited and shown. 👍🔪
@wm_survival7 жыл бұрын
Oh yes!! The Hudson Bay you took, nice.👍
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Let me know what models are yours when they come out.
@wm_survival7 жыл бұрын
I will 😉
@paladinhansen1376 жыл бұрын
Its that type of quick response customer service that brings a loyal following and respect.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Right on!
@yurinator72747 жыл бұрын
Always great to find companies that stand behind their products. Thanks for sharing with us!
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
You bet. Those guys do have amazing customer service.
@BassDad83 жыл бұрын
Had a similar experience with a Duku machete bought on Amazon. They were quick to make it right. I received a new machete straight from the factory within a week. They paid all shipping. As a result, I now own several Condor knives and an El Salvador machete. Even sent my nephew a double bit throwing axe for his birthday. All of my purchases have arrived in A+ condition since the issue with the Duku (warped blade). Condor has won a lifetime customer. Well done!
@MDR-hn2yz3 жыл бұрын
Good review on Condor’s customer service. I feel like it’s a dying business concept. I have a couple Condor blades, and they are great. They aren’t safe queens, but workhorses. It’s nice to hear they back their product.
@alanj73063 жыл бұрын
There’s definitely a lack of quality customer service today.
@sackett687 жыл бұрын
I have several Condor knives and im very glad to see they took care of you. Awesome!
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
They did great by me , for sure. Thanks for the comment!
@estima8tor16 жыл бұрын
I had the same great service from Condor. I was having problems with micro-chipping on my Condor Bushlore blade, probably because of the true scandi grind I kept on it. I contacted Condor and explained what was happening with their 1075 steel. They asked for pictures and then sent me a new knife and didn't even ask for the original knife back. I ended up with a scandi-vex type edge on the original knife due to all of the hand sharpening and stropping I did in the field to get rid of the microchips. Not only does it not microchip anymore but it has much better edge retention with the new scandi-vex edge on it. It has now become one of my favorite knives to use for woodcraft. I maintain the factory micro bevel on the new knife because I don't trust 1075 steel to hold up with a 0 degree scandi grind anymore. Both knives are still wood hogs even with the convex and micro bevels.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Awesome. I'm glad you've had a good experience with Condor.
@stevenrobertson66567 жыл бұрын
Top notch customer care. Nice to see in this day and age. Well done Condor !
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. Thanks Steven.
@bayoubushcraftandsurvival88422 жыл бұрын
I have many condor knives and they have all been great. Most knife companies skimp on the sheath even when the knife itself is expensive. Not Condor, they have sheaths that are of the highest quality. I'm glad you posted this video, nice to know they stand behind their products.
@donjuanmckenzie4897 Жыл бұрын
Condor uses shit plasticcy leather
@pacificbushcraftandfirecra63587 жыл бұрын
Always a good testimony to a company to see how they handle customer service. Sounds like Condor is a winner. Don't have any, but I will keep my eyes open! TFS
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
They did better by me than they needed to.
@MrEdium7 жыл бұрын
Hat's Off to Condor ! Loves Their Knives ! Good to know that their service is Amazing as well. Thank You for the Review.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment! Condor has totally done right by be...and then some.
@williampierce55797 жыл бұрын
I've just recently begun looking into Condor and this video is very comforting knowing what kind of company Condor is.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
My experience has all been great.
@jackharrison14787 жыл бұрын
Cudos to Condor for sending you a brand new knife. That is some quality customer service. Great video Dave!
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Those guys really do treat you good!
@Primitivebearknives7 жыл бұрын
This is why condor will make a massive comeback in the outdoor world. The knives, axes, machetes everything they make is becoming a higher quality and are giving much better customer service.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
I think they are about the best "value " out there for knives.
@Primitivebearknives6 жыл бұрын
Bushradical I agree. I'm thinking about making them my primary knife company. They perform so well
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
I don't know of any other outfit that makes a good quality low cost knife. I think Condor has the best balance of value /quality.
@Primitivebearknives6 жыл бұрын
Bushradical I agree. Which makes them part of the best. My condor kephart is awesome and didn't break my bank. I agree with you all the way.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
What do you think of the Kephart? Lt wright sent me a Genesis to try out and I do like it a lot , but its quite beefy for a Kephart pattern.
@redoak38094 жыл бұрын
I love my Condors and although I have never had a problem, I am happy to hear that they are very reputable. Kudos, Condor. I hope your customers are just as reputable. Time to pickup a couple of Terrasaurs and maybe a Bushlore Mini. .
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Right on
@bumpstaggers41777 жыл бұрын
I'm impressed with that kind of service. Thank you for the vid.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment, condor is awesome in my book.
@marodriguezsr7 жыл бұрын
I got about 5 condors myself. Awesome quality for the price. Glad you got your knife replaced. Enjoy your new Bushlore - Marco
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
thanks.
@bobashmore64427 жыл бұрын
I have never owned a Condor, but I am much more inclined to purchase one now that I know they have such good customer service. I had a similar situation about two years ago, or so, with Schrade. I bought an SCHF10 from an "overstock" website, I got a really great price (less than half what the same knife costs on Amazon, even factoring in shipping). When I got the knife I didn't notice right away that the micarta handle slabs on one side of the knife didn't meet the tang, in fact there was a sizable gap. The first time I cleaned the knife, about two weeks later, is when I finally noticed that. I got in touch with the customer service from the site I bought the knife from, they basically shrugged at me. So I called Schrade. WOW! What a difference. They had me send pictures of the problem. I didn't hear anything back for a few days, just as I was thinking "Guess I'm stuck with this" I got an email with a shipping tracking number. They sent me a brand new SCHF10 with perfectly aligned handle slabs. I did have to pay to ship them back the original, slow boat from China shipping put that at $8, but they also let me keep the sheath from the first knife as well as the one that came with the second because I called and told them that I liked the first one better. The Schrade CS rep didn't even blink, "Just keep them both, then you'll have a spare if you need one." Love the SCHF10, by the way. It's been a great knife for me.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Thats great to hear. You always wonder how a company treats problems...Its good to know who cares.
@rgh2673 жыл бұрын
I am deciding which "Kephart" style knife to purchase. Keep in mind I am a dyed-in-the-wool USA-made at any cost consumer. But your testimony has convinced me to very uncharacteristically bend my personal rule and go with Condor. Thank you for your video.
@TheDavewatts4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic company to deal with, I had a condor knife bought for me several years ago by my girlfriend and unfortunately it had a bit of a bend to it, I didn't say anything at the time as I didn't want to appear ungrateful, years later my girlfriend used the knife herself and noticed the bend and went mad that I hadn't let her know. I contacted condor and added photos and a week and a half later they had sent me a replacement all the way to the UK, absolute legends, I have bought condor knives for many years and they're always great knives, top company.👍😁🇬🇧
@Woodenarrows6 жыл бұрын
Mine is just fine. I've had it about 4 years now, good solid work knife...
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
I have 2 now.....I think its my favorite knife..
@MarkStark-dx9dm6 жыл бұрын
That is great costumer service. And it is a good thing that you made a video about it. Positive videos like this will help the company and they deserve it.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!!
@kongandbasses87323 жыл бұрын
In times of everybody having access to the internet this is the way every company should act. Because you are able to call 'em out. No more "I have heard that a guy somebody knows had problems with the product of brand x", but moving pictures as prove. I wonder how some companys didn't get this. Kudos to Condor anyway.
@jiggscressy36917 жыл бұрын
Love my condor knives. Great knife for a great price
@richardcranium65545 жыл бұрын
I recently bought the bushlore blank. Handling knives is my favorite hobby. This blank arrived with the finger swells bevel 7° off 90°, but otherwise, very nice for $22, shipped. I contacted the seller, told me to contact Amazon. Contacted Condor, was told the same thing. I'm glad you had a great experience with them, mine was luke warm at best.
@Bushradical5 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that. How did the knife turn out? or have you not put a handle on it yet?
@richardcranium65545 жыл бұрын
@@Bushradical i am working on it now. I re-profiled the angle using my old belt sander, flipped over on my bench. I chose a small cherry burl from my firewood pile, with blue oil jug liners. It is coming out better than I expected. I was a bit pissy, so i wet sanded the words off the blade, up to 1500 grit. Ha. Not sure how to share a pic of it, but its pretty ah.
@Bushradical5 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a cool look. Cherry and blue liners.
@johnregan35913 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video I have two condor bushlore one has been used hard for about 5 years and still going strong.
@Bushradical3 жыл бұрын
Good to hear
@johnboleyjr.16985 жыл бұрын
Well they just gained a new customer, actually probably three once I explain this to both my wife, and my daughter. Great video Dave.
@Bushradical5 жыл бұрын
Thanks John.
@gary80332 жыл бұрын
I've never owned a Condor, but I believe I'll buy one now. Thanks Dave!!!👍👍✌
@1jlquinn7 жыл бұрын
When a company does a nice job of handling customer service issues, I feel like we have a responsibility to let others know that they did a commendable job. I'm very happy that you took the time to make the vid. Keep up the good work. I really enjoy your channel.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jim. I appreciate the comment.
@zRockin17 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave, wow, I'm impressed by Condor for backing their product like that. I'll keep that in mind the next time I think about getting another knife. Rock On!
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
right on!
@backyardblacksmith30906 жыл бұрын
Really good to know I just bought the Undertaker Bowie from Condor I'm really relieved to hear this company has great customer service that's exactly the reason why I purchase Benchmade's products
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
So far I've had nothing but the best experience with Condor.
@Unlikelyentropy4 жыл бұрын
Just got a Parang by them and this video has solidified my desire to get more products from them!
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Right on
@fumastertoo3 жыл бұрын
That is awesome, and I will probably buy one of their knives b/c of this. I like to support companies with good customer support. Outstanding!!
@irishsteel61607 жыл бұрын
Great to hear that real customer service still exists in this day and age! I have a couple of condor products and have not had to use their customer service, but awesome to see how they treat customers! Thanks for sharing.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Above and beyond. I didn't even buy the knife new!
@rglawson766 жыл бұрын
Great video. The Condor Kumunga has taken everything I've thrown at it. Bought two for friends as gifts.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
I watched some vids on it today. Looks like a cheap / good quality knife!
@Hot_Roj7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience Dave, customer service is so hit and miss I try and remember people's good dealings with companies. Then try and give those places my business.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Condor did right by me ...more than they ever needed to , for sure. Thanks for the comment Roger.
@johnpeterson46516 жыл бұрын
I love condor knives. they're simply fantastic.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Totally agree
@OzMan99896 жыл бұрын
I have a bushlore and like the knife. For the money, the value is incredible. The sheath alone is awesome. I’m going to buy the swamp romper next and after this video, I think I’m about to do that tonight. Thanks.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks eluv. I've thought about the swamp romper too. Its a good looking knife.
@savagewolf19667 жыл бұрын
Dave, thank for leting us know how things turned out. Im glad you took the steps and contacted the company,thats good customer sevice on there part,to make it right and send you a new knife. any company that doesnt stand behind there product, ain't worth a tinkers dam. cootoes to condor. hurray a new knife. brovo .
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly! There are a great outfit in my book. Thanks Savage Wolf.
@daveburklund22956 жыл бұрын
Wow, good to hear about a company that cares about their product *after* a sale.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
They are good to buy work with for sure.
@tuerkefechi2 жыл бұрын
That is one hell of awesome customer service. I really love Condor products, my Sigrun Seax is the best knife for me at least. And that is really a great service, thanks for sharing that 👍👍👍 and for your honest shoutout to Condor, here I am a new subscriber of your channel.
@theoutdoordude22596 жыл бұрын
That's enough for me. I've been deciding which company to go with and you helped me make my decision.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
They have done good by me.
@libertyrogueoutdoors73697 жыл бұрын
Condor did ya right...goofy things about them or not? Hats off to that company! Glad you took the time to follow through with them about the old knife...great job Dave:) Thanks for posting .
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ribar!
@libertyrogueoutdoors73697 жыл бұрын
You got it Dave...any time:)
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Hey Ribar, what kind of gear are you shooting and editing with?
@alive.off-grid2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave, I have three Condor knives. I love them
@Tomahawk82977 жыл бұрын
I hope the same customer service is available for those sold outside the US. Bushlore owner here from the Philippines. Thanks for your videos!
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
I hope so too. What part of the Philippines are you in? My friend Neil goes over there in the winters. Mostly Sabu (I'm not sure of the spelling).
@Tomahawk82977 жыл бұрын
I'm from Manila. Your friend Neil must be visiting Cebu. Love your videos sir, straightforward and honest. All the best!
@danielchrisman4802 Жыл бұрын
This just made up my mind about buying a CONDOR. thanks for the video.
@jeffsmith64417 жыл бұрын
I just received a Bushlore yesterday and I love it. I had to sharpen it but for the price I'm not complaining. I love the feel and shape of it. I'm actually looking at the village parang machete I think it's called. I definitely want to add more of their products to my tools!
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Thats awesome. Ive thought about the village parang too. It a cool looking knife. Actually the pac Golok looks really cool too. Thats what I like about Condor, good designs for a fair price. I'm not a knife collector ,but I could be one with the cool patterns those guys make!
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Glad you like your bushlore.
@blackhatbushcraft6 жыл бұрын
Can't beat that with a 40.00 knife! I have two of their knives and while they aren't particularly favorites in my collection they are indeed fine knives considering the price point. From everything I have heard from people who have dealt with them, they are a good company that stands behind their product. I appreciate that you took the time to make this video. All too often people just share the bad and not the good. Thanks for the video!
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks BHB!
@FaceForwardd7 жыл бұрын
I'm not a fan of knives not made in the US. But Condor is run by a good group of folks and I've had a solid experience with the beater basic I picked up. They handle their customer service well. And pump out an affordable and reliable product.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
My thought too. What turned me on to condors is that they have designs I like made with decent steel, for a reasonable price....Love all of that. All my use knives are older ones, so I don't have any opinions about the new stuff. I went camping last week with Chris Wilkes, from Chris Wilkes Survival....and his brother Brody Wilkes...those boys had a slew of good American knives and They were very nice! Several from Bark River, really good stuff.
@denofearthundertheeverlast51386 жыл бұрын
I love hearing stories of great customer service. good for Condor.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
They treat you good.
@MITimberwookie7 жыл бұрын
I do not currently own any condor products. Thanks to your video however, I have a new found respect for them. Ya gotta love a company that stands by their products the way condor has for you.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@rickymellottsr44617 жыл бұрын
I have a condo bushlore I got off of eBay , I really like it , holds a decent edge , does everything I ask it to do!!!!!! No problems here !!!!!!!!!!
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
right on! I've really enjoyed mine. Ive been using it all summer.
@joncox97192 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of a problem I had with a second hand Leupold scope 33 years ago! No questions asked, what's your address, and BOOM! Problem resolved! I bought nothing but Leupold scopes for the past 30 years! If only all companies would follow these great companies lead! "Also would help if everyone was honest and did not take advantage of these good companies!
@Wingman1157 жыл бұрын
Great Joe Flowers design. Great customer service.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Yeah, those guys are top notch.
@williamhedden67157 жыл бұрын
I bought a condor hatchet the grain on the handel went the wrong way I got ahold of them and they shipped me a new hatchet with no problems. They are a great company
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Yeah they are the bomb for sure. Thanks for the comment.
@adammcguinness99502 жыл бұрын
I’ve got a dud Undertaker. It’s meant to be getting replaced. I’m patiently waiting. Saying that, I have 5 other Condors that are fantastic. They are a great company producing quality bush blades.
@crimsonbear93366 жыл бұрын
I own 4 different condor products and not bit of trouble with any of them.....keep up the good work you do Condor...Thanx Oh btw saving up now for Greenland ax and trt t'hawk
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Right on!
@jorgeluisgarcia10066 жыл бұрын
That´s what a good customer service should do. I was a representative of Leatherman tool Co. in Venezuela back in the ´90s and we change a defective tool, no questions asked, if you had a broken Leatherman...we change it for free, no questions asked..., no receipt, we didn´t care, you had the defective/broken tool, that was enough!!
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thats awesome. Thats how you get lifetime loyalty.
@Zukikipu3 жыл бұрын
Good on Condor. Best wishes on their continue success. I wish TOPS and Al Mar had the same grace. I own at least a dozen TOPS, and after my experience with their customer service, there won't be a 13. As for Al Mar. I don't know how the company was before his passing, but I'd wager that he would not have tolerated the shoddy customer service. I own one and only one Al Mar knife and there wasn't another that followed. 'Ever tried to buys a TOPS you want? Most everything in the catalog is out of stock..., any where! Buy a Condor.
@lonewandererbushcraftwildc6822 Жыл бұрын
Condor are bloody awesome & the price you pay for them is also awesome 👌
@DaBigBlackGirl7 жыл бұрын
Great vid! I bought the heavy duty kukri and the mini matagi (hilt tang) knife... Very happy with both and love to see how great their customer service really is. Thanks for sharing!
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'd like to check out a kukri.
@digger897847 жыл бұрын
I just ordered the Huron and it is suppose to be 1095 steel with a convex grind. a person can't ask fer a better deal than that when somebody stands behind their product. thank you fer the video. you made me feel much better about Condor knives.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
OH! I love the look of that knife. I'm not a collector, or anything. I have about 8 knives if that, but that Huron looks awesome to me too. Also, I bet the swamp romper would be cool too. OK, maybe I might end up a collector after all.
@digger897847 жыл бұрын
I was going to get that Huron but they haven't even made any yet as I was put on a list so I canceled my order
@jamesaritchie16 жыл бұрын
The Huron has a flat grind, not a convex. This is good. The worst grind you can have in the wilderness is a convex. It's almost impossible to sharp when you're in the field. It is high quality 1095, though it isn't 1095CV, which I prefer. It's a very good knife with very good steel, and a great shape. You won't be disappointed.
@skipnimbus38503 жыл бұрын
Love Condor! If ever want a really good machete that will plow through wood like us northerners need quite often... Go for the Mini Duku machete.
@alive.off-grid3 жыл бұрын
I had to Condor knives I have the Hudson Bay and the bushlore. Proud to say they're good knives
@Thomas_M766 жыл бұрын
Condor's customer service is awesome ! I have a few Condors & they are hard to beat for the money !
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Best bang for the buck out there IMO.
@Thomas_M766 жыл бұрын
I always order mine from Baryonyx Knife Company, it's a small one man business & Benjamin hand selects the knife before it goes out to make sure you get a good knife with good fit & finish ! I also pay the extra coupe of dollars for his special upgrade...Well worth it !
@adventureswithfrodo27216 жыл бұрын
Nice sand bag with the box. Glad you had a good exp.I had a simular exp with N. Face and Laconia. But you expect that. Now I might have to go look at a Condor knife.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
They are pretty basic, but they hold up well and are good solid knives.
@olechuga25 жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT customer service from CONDOR, ... I will take a second (2nd), and better look at their products. As a matter of a fact, I stumbled upon your video clip in looking for a video describing the CONDOR Nessbook, or maybe the Kephard knives. But at least, cheap knives or not, CONDOR has excellent customer service. Thank you, Sir. Oscar
@Bushradical5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Oscar.
@saejkim93826 жыл бұрын
I just bought my first condor knife. And might buy the hudson bay on your reveiw. Like the fact their an honest good company
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Awesome. The hudson bay is a great knife.
@Navigatorbythestars2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting this, If a company backs there product that much, Well, Im going to get one, Its a no brainer. I hope it is as good a knife that everyone keeps saying. I only wish they offered a option for a left handed version, That would be amazing!
@stephensgate17 жыл бұрын
Once they make the switch to 1095, I plan on buying a few more knives. Smart move in my opinion.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
What's on the "buy" list?
@Milan_chz7 жыл бұрын
there are some products like the crotalus, the solobolo and others which are already made with 1095
@5118eman7 жыл бұрын
all i know is that my Crotalus is one solid hunk of steel, i don't think u will have a problem with it being a 1075
@randomweirdo27016 жыл бұрын
It's not like 1095 is great and 1075 is coat hanger wire. They're actually very similar steels. I like 1075. In fact, I prefer it. It's tougher! I especially like that 1075 will usually roll instead of chip, bend rather than break. That means you can pein the edge back straight with a ball pein hammer against a stump or flat rock, give it a few licks with a file and off you go. I managed to bend a 1075 Condor El Salvador machete by being a complete jackass. I was able to hammer it back straight on a stump. THAT, not edge holding, is the mark of a superior survival blade; one you can stake your life on when the poop hits the fan! Harder steel will save you a few minutes of sharpening over the life of the blade. The slightly better edge holding is very nearly offset by the huge, time consuming pain in the butt that is putting a "proper" edge on "good knife steel". Hard steel is more brittle than softer steel; more likely to break. Bends can be easily fixed, breaks cannot. The sharper the edge the faster it dulls in use. The finer an edge the longer it takes to sharpen and the less useful it is when dull. In contrast, coarse edges dull slower, work better when dull, are easy to resharpen. They have all the advantages of serrated edges without the disadvantage of being tedious to sharpen. There's also the advantage of being able to scrape with them to create wood fuzz for lighting fire with flint and steel. It's simpler, faster than painstakingly whittling fine feathers. The fuzz lights easier as well. This is the difference between Bushcraft and survival. Bushcraft is going into the woods on purpose and working one's fieldcraft. You want gear that allows you to maximize your wilderness experience. You turn sharpening into a living room Zen exercise done when you get home. If your knife chips you rant on your (v/b)log and you pull out your previous favorite knife out of the box with all the others and add it to your kit until you can afford a the latest "proper blade". Survival is escaping your flaming car with a broken arm, deep lacerations, and only what you're wearing. You look back to see your get home bag burning like a like a marshmallow that fell off your stick into the fire
@garyharmon11556 жыл бұрын
I'm a big fan of 1095, but I love Cpm-V3. Incredible edge retention and toughness.
@carllevingston60225 жыл бұрын
Great to hear Condor took care of you!
@Bushradical5 жыл бұрын
They did good by me.
@1hillbilly7 жыл бұрын
Think your video and the honest way the treated you just sold a bunch of knives.
@ROE13006 жыл бұрын
Good story about a good company. Thank you for sharing.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@desertsurvival21756 жыл бұрын
Cool deal Dave. I use condor. Never had a fail. In the desert you need brutal tools nothing fancy. Condor has done the tough ugly jobs for me. Great to see you give them respects.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Hey DS, I'm with you. I love that they make Solid usable gear for a realistic price. They're awesome in my book.
@comeandtakeit_bushcraft57054 жыл бұрын
Im a hardcore condor customer and always will be. I carry a modified swamp romper with a razor sharp edge i mean its hair splitting sharp and its my favorite knife to date. Ive had luck i soppose everything ive ever ordered came to me perfect. Maybe im just not that picky. If i find a small defect or whatever i dont mind working to fix it i rather enjoy it actually so....yeah man condor is legit.
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
right on
@alanj73063 жыл бұрын
Sounds like some great customer service. It’s getting harder to find that these days. Hope the new knife works well for you 👍
@MTwoodsrunner7 жыл бұрын
Thats awesome...not surprised...unlike some, Condor has real good customer service...i have had similar experiences dealing with them. Also, they pay attention to feedback and advice from the end user....thanks David...woods
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Hey Woods, thanks for the comment. I'm with you, they do you pretty good.
@Lone587 жыл бұрын
Dave , I love my Condor knives thanks for the video
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment Lone58. I love mine too.
@karlo80936 жыл бұрын
awesome! good to know info here. I have a condor axe, no problems that I am aware of, but good to know about their customer service. Thanks for sharing this, and good luck with the new Bushlore!
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@stuartwest73987 жыл бұрын
Condor is an A1 company i had a wonky bushlore myself that obviously was not supposed to go to the customer. however, they sent me new knife new sheath never asked for return love Condor thanks for video
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
A+ in my book.
@SpiritForest7 жыл бұрын
Great customer service.. nice to see.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Absolutely. Thanks Spirit Forest.
@tombsandtemples6 жыл бұрын
Good video. You're a stand up guy. Subscribed. Love my bushlore. Like to watch Joe flowers vids as well. Seems like a guy who loves making and designing sharp stuff.
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Wilson! I appreciate the sub! I talked to Joe just the other day. Hm and I are friends on Facebook, but honestly I've never watched any of his vids.....I should check them out.
@k9razz7 жыл бұрын
I have had good experience with Condor I like their stuff it's good serviceable equipment in my opinion not the same as some really expensive knives but for the money and service I really like their products
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. There are much higher quality knives but condor is a good rugged serviceable blade for little money.
@arctic30323 жыл бұрын
Hearing those wind chimes when you show off your new knife. Good karma to Condor!
@MarkRuslinzski7 жыл бұрын
thats a good company that does business like that, I'll tell you what just because of your video and the way they handled your problem im ordering mine tomorrow, as a business they went above and beyond the call to take care of you and thats what i want standing behind my products, good video and thanks for putting that out there otherwise i would of never known of what a good bussiness practice that they have
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Your welcome Mark. Let me know what knife you get and what you think of it.
@jeffvaughn79877 жыл бұрын
My Bushlore has served me very well, next Condor on my list is the Desert Romper..
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
yeah. Both those "romper" knives look great. Love that pattern.
@jimlong6534 жыл бұрын
Great video. I got the Amalgam, and it's an awesome chopper! Stay well!
@Bushradical4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jim
@ajtaylor5607 жыл бұрын
Nice to give praise were it is due. Good on you!!
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Thanks AJ.
@mikeboone44255 жыл бұрын
Way late with comment but had the same good experience with Estwing once they saw the picture I had another hatchet in a heart beat. HAPPY TRAILS
@Bushradical5 жыл бұрын
Wow. thats good to know! And, don't worry about commenting late ......I read every comment.
@mikeboone44255 жыл бұрын
@@Bushradical One thing different they did request the hatchet back .
@GrandpasPlace7 жыл бұрын
That is great customer service! Thanks for the video.
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Thanks GP. I agree, great service.
@k8a7j76 жыл бұрын
I have to second this video I sent a pic of damage to my primitive bush knife and chipped the tip I asked if it was safe to take on an upcoming canoe trip or if they thought there was a heat treat issue and rather than mess around they sent me a new knife so I would have it for the trip. That trip sold four more of those knives because of the customer service I received. I also had a village parang that handle appeared to be damaged on grinding wheel during sharpening again very few questions and they sent a new knife , I have several of there knifes and punish them all and these were the only problems I had which were made right immediately I highly recommend sure not best fit and finish some times but they are workers
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. I love what they do.
@theephemeralglade19353 жыл бұрын
You know, there's a lot of companies that wouldn't take the time to melt down another old cast iron skillet, break some wood off of a discarded pallet, and send you a new replacement knife. Of course most companies don't make knives out of discarded MRI machines, and stolen fence pickets, but they don't provide that great customer service either.
@aim4survival9665 жыл бұрын
Hey great video!... good to see customer service shout out,!
@Bushradical5 жыл бұрын
right on
@DannyBoats7 жыл бұрын
Good on Condor! I've got their Heavy Duty Kukri and love it. I've been looking at knives and your story clinches it, it'll be a Condor. Thanks for the vids!
@Bushradical7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment. Yeah those folks at Condor make good knives for a reasonable price. And they stand behind the sale.
@americanaxetoolco20763 жыл бұрын
That is good business! I’ll take a look at their knives!
@lrrp6926 жыл бұрын
Good on them love all my knives from condor
@Bushradical6 жыл бұрын
Me too. great gear for cheap.
@MrSIXGUNZ7 жыл бұрын
that's great news and information sir!!! thanks much for sharing with us all 😇