Discover The Cold Steel Natchez Bowie

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@michaelrizzo5523 2 ай бұрын

I just picked up the Natchez, and the difference in weight for that extra inch of blade compared to the Laredo is pretty shocking. I didn't expect it to be a heavy as the 1917. The Laredo is much quicker and more manipulable for me, but I like the extra belly and that butt cap on the Natchez. I am tempted to sand off that point in the mid-grip, but noticed it does interesting things if I choke down on the grip, putting just my index finger over top of it. I'm considering mods (including some blade re-profiling) to give me the best of both knives. Another great analysis, thanks!

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

Thank you and I think a good mod might do the trick!

@mathewrculbertson 2 ай бұрын

The 4034 version has a sharpened back cut edge.

@jorgefernandez6407 2 ай бұрын

Just got that knife not too long ago. I also was surprised at it's size and girth! For my hand, the handle is just right but because of it's length and bulk, it reminds me more of a short sword than a knife which for me, makes no difference. I "really" like this knife! My only regret, is that I didn't get it sooner! GREAT VIDEO here too btw...

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

Thank you! 🙏🏽🔥👊🏽

@Matchoo2 2 ай бұрын

I love the Natchez and the Laredo . Obviously not as cool as your Bagwells, but awesome all the same. I was looking forward to hear your take, thank you. 🙏

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

There is a LOT to love but dangit my sensibilities kick in and make sure that the Natchez is put in the right context and tier. Deadly with limitations.

@joco762 2 ай бұрын

I love the old school messer look of the Natchez, the curving blade is dead sexy.

@Kent4OughtAldridge 2 ай бұрын

Just added a Natchez bowie to my collection

@Kent4OughtAldridge 2 ай бұрын

Mine is a slightly older model in the O-1 high carbon steel

@74verseveld 2 ай бұрын

I have the 3v version and it have a sharpend false edge... The San mai version doesn't have a hamon... It's San mai... It's not clay heattreed... 😅😉👍.. Awsome video as usual👍👍👍

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

It has a little bit of it because they did the same folding on it. Of course it doesn’t look like the traditional Hamon. 😊

@MarsFireForge 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the awesome content. I love having a channel where a guy is talking from real sparing and experience.

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

You’re welcome and I’m glad you’re enjoying the channel! 🙏🏽🔥👊🏽

@mathewrculbertson 2 ай бұрын

I have the 4034 version. It is amazing for 153 dollars that i paid for it. I also have an 0-1 version.

@npenick66 2 ай бұрын

From an uneducated totally out my rear opinion I prefer the Laredo as well. The Laredo just flows when you move, the Natchez not so much. You wouldn't think that a coffin grip would dance but the Laredo moves. But I'm 5'7" with med/lg hands, I'm curious if it flows differently for the tall guys with orangutan arms.

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

I think I’ll end up doing a Laredo vs Natchez video. It comes down to the grip design. 🙏🏽🔥👊🏽

@missourirebel9669 Ай бұрын

I absolutely loved my Natchez bowie but for some of the reasons you mentioned I got rid of it mostly because I've got damaged to my shoulders and found it just to be too heavy for me to move it around quickly I have ordered a copy of a Hells Belle to be built for me and I will be acquiring a Laredo

@RolandoEstocada Ай бұрын

Superb my friend

@seansimmons73 2 ай бұрын

Sir, you mentioned in your last video on the Laredo that the guard was too small to protect the hand. Is that true with the Natchez as well?

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

The guard is too small on the Natchez also.

@qui-gone 29 күн бұрын

Just for the looks alone the Natchez was my "grail knife" since 300-400$ isn't easy to come by in India for such a pursuit in the early 2000s. I finally got the 3V version 2 years back which lacks the fit and finish of the old San Mai from the looks of it, but for me, this is a visual deterrent of last resort / home invasion scenario. The Natchez cannot be carried around in my country legally. I have trained for a long time with TOPS knives - especially the CUT 4.0 which has been my EDC for nearly 7 years now. However, i would like to know your opinion (if you've used it or if you ever pick it up) about the Prather War Bowie from TOPS. It has a similar coffin handle like Laredo and Natchez and is much smaller than either of these two knives. Just discovered your channel and i am going through the catalogue. Much appreciation from India! :)

@RolandoEstocada 28 күн бұрын

Hey please enjoy the growing catalog! I haven’t had a chance to really study the Prather Bowie. One day I’ll handle one and study it. Maybe even do an episode. 🙏🏽

@raphlvlogs271 2 ай бұрын

what would you do when using a wide bladed knife like this point downwards as a dagger? would you have the edge on the outside for easier slashing or inside for tearing?

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

I personally would advise against that grip because you lose range and versatility that way with a big knife.

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

This is a good question btw - I’ll probably address it in a separate video.

@bapro1715 2 ай бұрын

For me the Natches is a usable, beautyfully shaped wallhanger. My first choice to use has always been the Laredo.

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

🙏🏽🔥👊🏽

@krysdave2205 Ай бұрын

Hello & Thank You for this Videos on this really nice knifes ..! Well I' am from France and I' am the proud owner of some ColdSteel knives. following 2 disappointments , I wanted 1 really good Bowie and I had oriented myself towards 1 Natchez Bowie , but its weight made me give it up , and the Trail Master met all my expectations , except that at the time of purchase , it was impossible to get my hands on 1 Trail Master San Maï made in Japan .!!! Even sold second-hand ...! So I chose 1 Laredo Bowie Acier 4034 S , 1 Good knife , but I ended up finding 1 great opportunity with 1 Laredo Bowie San Maï III Made in Japan ...! After wrapping the handle with an adhesive “camo” fabric strip, as on the other Laredo 4034, I sewed 1 leather sheath holder, with 1 brass “frog” loop and 2 sewn leather loops. The Laredo made in Japan has a thinner and slightly narrower handle than the other steel 4034, and with this strip of fabric wound and glued in a spiral all around, it improves the grip! and protects the handle from scratches and shocks! In short, the Japanese-made Laredo is my favorite! Then I also have 2 Magnum Tanto , a XII inches VG10 & a IX “ CPM3 V , which are really different from the Bowie . The CPM3 V DLC steel “ink black” version of the Magnum Tanto IX is remarkable for its beauty and quality! So I'd like to ask a question: does anyone know if the Bowie Laredo VG1 made in Japan was produced in Mr. Ichiro Hattori's factory? Thanks to you / Merci à vous ..!! David . great

@RolandoEstocada Ай бұрын

Hey you’re welcome and I’m glad you found the CS Bowies that you like! I honestly don’t know which factory! 🙏🏽🔥👊🏽

@marksanders8028 2 ай бұрын

Could you modify the grip of the Natchez ( reduce the flare) and enhance the back cut?

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

I think it is possible and it might enhance the backcut. The new Bagwell I have is making me rethink backcut mechanics so I have no final conclusions as of yet.

@Papasmokes875 2 ай бұрын

That is a big ass knife

@World0fWowcraft 2 ай бұрын

Buetifull piece of cold steel

@robertpka7228 2 ай бұрын

With a blade that size you really need a pretty dramatic distal taper to get the most out of it. It's a gorgeous knife though! The strongman Evan Singleton has one he straps to his leg like a boot knife, He's 6'6 and 350lbs though!😂

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

He does???

@robertpka7228 2 ай бұрын

Yes! He showed it off on his Instagram stories one time, he later posted a video all kitted out at the range and had it strapped to his leg!

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

@robertpka7228 that is awesome!

@ArizonaTengu 2 ай бұрын

Definitely have to agree that the Laredo is the better knife, but the Natchez is less of a knife and more of a saber IMO. I’ve had to use karate techniques for generating power to wield the Natchez. Unfortunately that’s a pretty advanced thing to teach that requires at the very least black belt level experience. So 8-12yrs of training lol. I prefer the Natchez from a combatives perspective because of the lethality potential. But I really would rather carry a Laredo instead. I like to think of it more as an offense vs defense approach.

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

Interesting application of karate techniques and I would have to agree that the biomechanics necessary to make it effective takes time and refinement.

@ArizonaTengu 2 ай бұрын

@RolandoEstocada Well you are much stronger than I am, and have significantly more muscle to move that Natchez around than I do. I find that I have to apply larger circular motions to use it effectively. You’re obviously not brute forcing the techniques you apply, but being a larger man does help in this instance.

@THCBLADEWORKS 2 ай бұрын

I like the Laredo better as well. Great video bud. 👍

@RolandoEstocada 2 ай бұрын

Thank you brother! 🙏🏽🔥👊🏽

@JosephAllen-d2e 2 ай бұрын

Well, you're spoiled, so there's that. I find it to be quite quick and lively in the hand. It is easily one of my favorite knives of its size. But, it's also my only bowie in its size range.