DIY Upgrade Bear Grylls Gerber Paracord Knife

[@LeopoldUlysees]

Of the several knives I have, this one is one of my faves. It's a good design and a great value, and It's versatile. I tote one with me everywhere - even in church! I don't understand the wide-spread dislike of the orange paracord. In the bush, it would certainly make it easier to find. (I know that some good folks of a particular mindset will say that's precisely the point - it's too visible, makes a guy an easier target, etc.) But I did change to ODG paracord, so that it wouldn't stand out so much as I EDC it at work, church, oot and aboot (as our Canadian friends would say), etc. Good knife, good vid.

[@moxtr]

Nicely done. For the final burning of the paracord at the end I find if you pull 3/4 of an inch or so of the white inner strands out and cut it off then pull the sheath of the cord back it makes for a cleaner finish when you melt the ends. Just my 2 cents.

[@gearsNtools]

Good Idea thanks for the tip.

[@racingchampion94]

Really nice vid and it really helps when someone actually cares enough to go trough it step by step and really shows how its done and nice job on the knife looks good

[@Anlushac11]

Bought my BG Paracord knife, 100ft paracord and used this video to rewrap knife. Very helpful, thanks for video.

[@LeopoldUlysees]

That knife is the best item in the BG line. There are several superb pieces in the line, but this one is truly great.

[@MrKelso159]

I sanded the BG off my sheath now it looks better without his name on there ! This is the only BG knife I like so I got it. Great for small jobs.

[@ConcealedCarryIWB]

Nice work and video...one suggestion, tape the blade of keep it sheathed during the wrapping process or you may end up as I did making a trip to the emergency room for some stitches. I trashed the plastic sheath and pressed a new one out of kydex.

[@Raythetree001]

I got one just as a rescue knife to attatch to my climbing harness at work..I didn't realise how god it was!!! I'm making a nice wooden handle for mine. Just two halves of nice branch wood screwed to each side and shaped!! Nice little knife..its gone in with my outdoors equipment now!!!

[@gearsNtools]

Raythetree001 cool idea, the paracord holes will make good screw thru holes to secure your handle.

[@TheTiDman]

I got one of these and I think it`s pretty good. Part of my reason for buying it is that I like knot tying, so mine changed from orange to black within the hour. This video went on in the background under the process. I choose to leave the cords long so I can remove and retie the cord if it needs some cleaning or something. For me the sheath work best without the belt attachement. Fits perfect IWB or in a pocket. The Gerber mystery steel is definitely not a "supersteel" but it work okay.

[@dentaldepot]

thx for the tutorial changing the paracord does a lot. I changed mine acu digi desert. fits in nicely with the grey of the knife

[@gearsNtools]

That sounds cool, I thought about doing camo on mine but ended up doing it in one color for this video mainly because I thought it would be easier for the camera to pick up the details. Thanks for watching.

[@brettbrewer29]

i carry this same knife every day but I prefer to have the knife horizontal on my hip with the belt loop in the position where I can have it on my belt but tuck my shirt between the sheath and loop

[@joshgoodrich2626]

The belt clip was on right... It's meant for your right hand to reach over to your left hip and pull the knife out. But other wise thanks for the help with the weaving the paracord

[@403patriot3]

mine's wrapped in black with the cord wrapped tightly around the outside so the skeletal holes are showing, you get less usable cord in there BUT if you pull tight as hell and get as many loops per section as possible it's much more grippy and stable, the figure 8 wrap is less stable and picks up more water if you get it wet

[@jordan-it2xf]

just got one I love it ive looked up many different ways of the handle all in really sharp strong knife I always use it on arm strap of my b.o.b bag with a back up

[@gearsNtools]

+Ricky Jordan that's where mine ended up too. it's a nice light weight low profile knife for that.

[@gearsNtools]

Thanks, It's made by KOBALT they call it their Quick-Change Folding Lock-Back Knife I got it at the local hardware store a few years ago for around 10-12 dollars. I saw some at the store the other day so I know they still make them. It's a nice sturdy knife for doing those tasks you don't want to trash a good knife on.

[@justins7367]

I rewrapped mine instantly and replaced the belt loop with a tek lok clip at a fwd angle

[@gearsNtools]

Justin Swift good idea on the tek lok, I might have to upgrade mind with one of those!

[@502deth]

where do you find a 2 1/2 inch metric bit?? all my metric bits are in mm. i must be doing something wrong.

[@gearsNtools]

deth502 they are only made in united states, it's a new system that's catching on in many major industries.

[@danreid7912]

The first one of these I bought from a seller on eBay for around $20 had the orange logo on both sides. I thought it was still a pretty nice knife for the money even though I am not a fan of the BG logo, so I ordered another from a different seller on eBay for $18. This one must be old stock. One side of the sheath is blank. I noticed another difference too. Apparently this older style didn't have the beveled corners on the handle and back side of the blade, which makes for an overall rougher finish, but will be beneficial if I ever use it on a fire steel. If you shop on eBay, you might just luck out and find someone selling new old stock like I did.

[@gromkour5341]

Been looking for this for so long. Thank you

[@SuperPeter05]

I just got one of these, my sheath is already reversed from new. Bad news is I can't hide the BG logo. That's on the other side 2. Nice video cheers

[@Zatracenec]

Awesome. Nice job. Considering buying this knife. I have Gerber Prodigy, but that's my woodland knife and I need something smaller and I really like the look of this. The only thing I don't like is the sheath. I would like to have it wide as the blade and without that part with screws and holes. Is there something like that out there?

[@gearsNtools]

+Zatracenec not that I'm aware of, it would be pretty easy to make something up with kydex though.

[@Zatracenec]

+gearsNtools Thanks a lot.

[@jbhansson1]

Have u tried to mount the belt piece on two of the bottom holes, if it is possible? It looks like the distance between the holes are similar to those on the side. If possible, it could give you the option to have it placed on your belt with an angle, may be useful for some..

[@bladesandsurvival7082]

I like what you have done here :-) I have one of these knives and I really like it but will also probably change the paracord, nice and easy job to do. I will make a video review of mine soon.

[@gearsNtools]

Blades and Bows thanks, I think it turned out good too. the orange was way too bright.

[@SuperPeter05]

Noticed NO ONE has put the bet loop on a 45 deg angle, it works. One bolt in the tip, top hole and other in bottom middle hole. Great for left hand front belt carrY, for a right draw. Ps I can't find in on here anywhere. Do an updated video, quick draw :)

[@maxwellpowell4306]

personally i find the best way to close an end is by heating up a blade to a orangie, yellow (preferably with a blade you don't like, doesn't have to be to sharp), and then slowly push it though the line.

[@axelkarlsson9578]

My knife has the orange logo on both sides ._.

[@vinhdangkhanh821]

god damn

[@Realrobs]

Very nice video. Do you think olive drap cord would look good on this knife

[@gearsNtools]

+Rob New I think it would.

[@amartinez1986]

Nice blade cutter u had there what kind is it?

[@Bill23799]

Great job...much better than original design.

[@gearsNtools]

Bill23799 Thanks! I agree, I think it looks like a proper outdoor knife now without all of the safety orange paracord.

[@mrglgattenby]

The purpose of the orange cord is to be able to see it in case you drop it in a dark place or something. Also in a survival situation using the orange cord will make you more visible

[@phillipdavies1081]

I chuckled when you said a "metric two and a half inch bit".....but still a useful video.

[@jpyoung91]

I have the same knife and instead of taking it apart I use it as a more concealed knife because the way I use the sheath I can tuck it into my waist band and my belt goes through the slot in the belt clip itself that way it hides the logo and when I pull the knife my belt holds the sheath in place.I did change the wrap too orange is to bright

[@gearsNtools]

jpyoung91 good call the orange is very very bright. could be good in some cases but I think for most people it's too much. thanks for watching

[@alonsosalinasnajera1232]

It comes with orange paracord because its main purpose is survival, so let's say you're in the forest, it's a little bit dark, and you accidentally drop it, the color of the paracord is very bright, so it would be easy to found.

[@MTreatVO]

Alonso Salinas Najera Could also be used to mark your trail with small pieces as you go along so you dont get lost, gettn lost in deep woods SUCKS.

[@gearsNtools]

sounds like a nice combo.

[@libbodisaronno8017]

Is ok to use it as throwing knife?

[@adrianc.barbante]

Este cuchillo se puede utilizar para colgar del cuello?? Muchas Gracias

[@stringsteene]

+Adrián Barbante Si se puede.

[@gearsNtools]

Agreed this blade is no super steel but its acceptable for what most people will use it for. I like your idea of leaving the cords long, I wish I had thought of that. I might have to do that next time. I've been playing with the idea of using two different colors of cord on the knife to see how it turns out. Thanks for watching!

[@lastdollarfilms]

For those complaining about the orange you have to remember in a survival situation you want to be seen and any orange is a help. Also if you should happen to drop it the orange makes it easier to find. I'm making a tanto survival/bushcraft knife that is a little larger than this but will have the paracord wrapped handle. I have large hands and am more comfortable with a slightly larger knife. The paracold I will be using has orange but is not as bright since the main reason i will using it is I just like the color but don't want to be over powered by it

[@ericminor8935]

Nice man / thanks for the review!

[@gearsNtools]

I have to agree with you. some of the other items aren't bad like the full sized knife but there are better options out there for those items, this paracord knife for the money is truly a great deal. Thanks for watching.

[@TheTiDman]

Two colors may look good.

[@gearsNtools]

that's true, unfortunately I don't have a vice yet. It's on my list after the Miter Saw. Thanks for watching.

[@mstar87]

Why did you cut it? I gues that more length of rope is better. That is original idea - to integrate knife and rope and save place and weigth.

[@dabosspvp1217]

I regret buying my first knife. It was the Bear Grylls compact fixed blade.

[@gazlyno]

Good job, what is the colour of that paracord you used?

[@gearsNtools]

+gaz lyno I think I used Olive Drab.

[@Digit4life]

i like the orange cord lol

[@yoshikoroseboro5937]

This is the best survival book I think on ShepherdSurvives Website

[@nick_t7467]

My favorite part was when you covered that obnoxious BG logo on the sheath. Come on Bear, how many times do you need to sign the same thing? Now that I've seen you can cover it, I may go get one... If I can't find a sog tangle : p lol

[@gearsNtools]

+Nick Ypoo I agree, I bought it for the knife, not the big logo! I like BG but he deffantly has milked the money making part of his name!

[@squeeze511]

for safety I would have covered blade. Nice vid

[@jakeplatt3685]

Thanks that helped a lot 👍

[@flip66five]

maybe a re-shoot of this video of this, with the knife secured in a clamp or vice so when you do your fast forward bit we all dont have a seizure watching the knife bounce all over the screen... knife stays still and we would be able to see progression better... js, but good upgrade imo...

[@UziNineMillomeetah]

good stuff man!

[@pt109che]

Regarding the belt loop, how wide of a belt can it accommodate?

[@gearsNtools]

Tony L Good question, I measured mine and it looks like a 1 3/4" wide belt will just fit, it is defiantly too small for a 2" wide belt. the belt loop is also somewhat flat, it wouldn't be a problem for a leather or nylon belt, but a thicker paracord belt might prove to be a challenge to get the loop over. Thanks for watching

[@pt109che]

Thank you

[@DuyLeNguyen]

So is it a metric or imperial hex bit? You're mixing measurements here

[@gearsNtools]

metric 3mm

[@jackpotter2446]

Hey what size is the paracord for this? 550?

[@block22ff]

Mine has that ugly logo on both sides...bummer, im thinking sharpie? Thanks for the vid.

[@gearsNtools]

I've heard the new ones have the logo on both sides... they must have seen this video lol.

[@block22ff]

Darn you to heck :)

[@mkygod]

try a vinyl sticker cut to shape. Less permanent.

[@DEADBOYCODY]

gearsNtools I tried to do what you did with the sheath and it has the logo on both sides

[@stevenfrable8517]

same, im guessing gerber saw some of these vids and dont want people covering up their logo?

[@vancouvertorontorome]

Metric of course since it probably wasn't made in Liberia, Myanmar, or the US, the only three places in the World who still use SAE. And two and a half inch is my favourite metric measurement aswell.

[@gearsNtools]

lol and people have been trying to tell me that this knife was made in the states on here.... I think the facts speak for themselves :) Thanks for watching

[@ctford27]

Is this a decent knife?

[@gearsNtools]

+benjamin dover For the price I think it is, I would buy it again.

[@nathanaelrosario1445]

ok wouldn't it be good to be bright so if you like throw it at some thing or drop it some where you can find it easily

[@jamesmorrison185]

nice job

[@Trissi23]

such DIY wow

[@VLovac]

I have a question my Bear Grylls Gerber Paracord Knife has BG logo on both side over the sheath what is that mean??????

[@gearsNtools]

Jack Daniel Looks like you got one that is newer than mine, when I bought mine they were only printing the logo on one side.

[@VLovac]

O_O Thank you.That was bugging me :)

[@Bill23799]

I think it means they saw this video and did not like that people were modding their knives to cover up the Logo. Haha

[@Dietdrshasta]

Can this knife be carried "Scout Style"?

[@01001011011010010110]

yes

[@hodsgod]

How is this an upgrade? It’s a modification. Orange is there for visibility.

[@mrjakobt]

Does anybody know, if you can attach a tek-lok to it?

[@Nomad45fox]

You mean Modify not Upgrade, and Bright orange will help you get rescued i am sure, probably its purpose, i doubt a small Handle will give u away to much. You could also use the cord to mark the ground you have moved on to backtrack if need be.

[@Nomad45fox]

ALSO, the giant holes in that knife kinda ruin the "full Tang" strength of that knife... they could have used smaller holes.

[@LUCKYB.]

you know it would be more easier is you had that blade chucked up in a vice , and yes between a couple blocks of wood not to mar the powder coat

[@easternbushytail]

I just bought one of these from Wmart and mine has the orange logo on both sides.

[@gearsNtools]

A lot of people have been running into that it seams, I must have gotten an early production run. let me know if you come up with a good way to cover it up, a lot of people who have watched this video would be interested. Thanks for watching.

[@easternbushytail]

yeah I have to try somethin. will let you know what I come up with

[@easternbushytail]

gearsNtools To cover the BG logo That's on both sides, I tried some plastidip in the spray can. Just mask off the part of the sheath that you don't want sprayed and have at it. gives it a rubberized coating. I haven't taken it out to test the longevity of the plastidip yet though.

[@joshmx7161]

The sheathe is too tight for my belt. Any way to fix?

[@SMiller_115]

Get another belt

[@brodytunnell99]

Is it worth the money?

[@gearsNtools]

since it didn't cost very much I would say it is worth the money. I like the ability to carry paracord in the handle of the knife. Thanks for watching.

[@brodytunnell99]

Thanks.

[@thekalaoakidd]

you're out of the camera view when you are braiding

[@benharmon2114]

so is that a 2 and 1/2 size wrench?

[@gearsNtools]

Ben Harmon 2.5mm...

[@benharmon2114]

gearsNtools k thx

[@davidalexander512]

How long was the paracord. In feet

[@coryr9938]

I've heard before that it's 4 feet.

[@zackgrogan2986]

I wanna do this to my blade but I don't wAnna take it out and then I can't fix it

[@gearsNtools]

zack grogan It''s not too hard, I'd go for it!

[@gearsNtools]

depends what your using it for, I think the orange looked good too but it didn't fit in with what I wanted to use the knife for. Thanks for the comment.

[@ericminor8935]

Nice.

[@aerosub]

Drop that spike in the bush without that orange then find it... Safety and visibility. Lower profile ? What are you hunting with that thing. But I get it. Preference. I covered up grills name too tho haha

[@ZoranAUS]

After seeing this vid I went ahead and bought the para cord knife... changed the cord to a OD green but the bastards now have the BG logo on both side so I can't cover it up with the belt loop. Gerber must have seen the vid also :S

[@gearsNtools]

really? damn man, I just got this thing a few months ago and it's just on the one side. They must really want to advertise this thing when you where it. time to get a little spray paint out... I recommend car primer.

[@techtools9283]

I know they should be made in portland and I have that dumb BG on both sides

[@benjaminsimpson474]

is that all he does? changing the para-cord and switching the belt loop is not much of an upgrade. great vid tho

[@gearsNtools]

Hey I like your idea for a custom sheath but for a $30 knife I didn't think it would be worth the energy to get material for a new sheath, however that being said, I do have some knives on order I plan to make Kydex sheaths for, maybe if I have some material left over I'll make one for this one too. Take a look at the other paracord knife vid I did, it's a bit trickier than this one. (Link is in description) Thanks for watching

[@gearsNtools]

some truth to that. For the most part it just stays in my bag as it's my backup. I did a light green/OD green Version that is a nice compromise between this and the orange. I have a link in my description above. Thanks for watching.

[@gearsNtools]

you are correct that orange is more visible but since I keep this in my E&E bag I want it to not stand out. if I kept it in my car or hiking bag for emergencies I would keep the orange paracord on it. Thanks for watching.

[@davidkrowa4153]

the knife is bright so if you loose it you can easily find it

[@tankmotorlol1187]

Dupa Krowa i

[@josephbarca235]

yea but it gets soiled easy and it attracks attention

[@nathaniellane4372]

The irony of people debating metric over inches....Bear is from UK (metric) and Gerber is home in the USA.... LOL. People will argue over anything....

[@gearsNtools]

+Nathaniel Lane good point! as long as it works right! we use both at work and it seems to work either way. it's just a different method than a lot of people are familiar with so it gets hate.

[@Salamanxan]

Just saying its orange so you don't lose it in the wild

[@gearsNtools]

True... I'm willing to take that risk on this inexpensive blade. Thanks for watching.

[@williamaddie3106]

All that matters it the fact that he has a knife to use in convenient way he doesn't have to disrespect the people that made the knife if he's going to be like that take the bloody thing back

[@gearsNtools]

Yep :)

[@solomonraabe4782]

best glide dot com has real paracord, not the low quality stuff you get pretty much every other place

[@bradfordsgarage4247]

If u lost I like to stand out that what it’s for bright to be seen survival

[@gearsNtools]

LOL Just a back up to my Gerber LMF II. now if you saw me in an ally with a ninja sword then you should be scared!

[@BowhuntingAfrica]

Mr Grylls is left handed.

[@gearsNtools]

Well that explains that, since he had input on the design the way it's configured is probably what felt best for him, which is why it feels backwards to me.

[@jjloewenstein]

remember some of us are left handed

[@gearsNtools]

I pointed it out cause us righties don't think to look at hand side ergonomics since we have been spoiled. Thanks for watching.

[@dalecarpenter8828]

might be easier with a vice

[@dalecarpenter8828]

they knew nobody wants that logo and the knew everyone would turn it over or grind it off .

[@gazlyno]

Can't stand all that bright orange he uses on all of his knifes and not to keen on the logo!

[@derekwhite5945]

In a survival situation, you want something that is highly visible incase you drop it

[@SamuelBarwick]

One job. Keep the knife in screen when you're trying knots. Half the video is with the knife out of shot

[@RP-dy5mu]

"Out in the wilderness I don't wanna stand out" That's a dumb thing to say my man. You're not going to hunt humans in warfare. You're out surviving. Drop that knife and you'll want to find it, which is why a bright color is better.

[@angelcocio7694]

i really dont like all the bear grills things i like all the knives but they always have orange on them and they have Bear Grills logo i dont like that but i still really like the knives

[@williamjackson1999]

Maybe the knife is meant for left handed people

[@gearsNtools]

lefties should be so lucky to finally catch a break. They've put up with everything being right handed for so long. Thanks for watching.