ESEE 6 Knife Review: My Trusted Friend

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[@Joe-jj3oh]

My grandpa forged a knife when he was 35 years old. He recently passed away and he was 74 years old. He used that knife on just about every deer hunt from that point until his passing. He gave me this knife and I am making it my deer knife, but I would NEVER baton wood or beat on it. However I would definitely use this made in the USA, very high quality, lifetime warranty knife for anything that I have to do to survive. Great review and great knife.👍

[@hagninety4116]

Cool story.

[@jamo75]

Thanks for the reply to my question! I will probably start out with the Esee 6 for my main knife and see how things progress as I become more familiar with the bushcraft side of things. Thanks again for your time and the great videos, it's much appreciated!

[@patriotbill1156]

Excellent review. The Esee 6 is one of my favorite blades and is my primary outdoors camp/hike blade. It does everything I need it to do and does it well. Stays sharp and comes back for more. If you are on the fence about this knife, just do it. It's a rugged companion for your camp.

[@gideonstactical]

Glad you agree my friend.

[@ericlinck6664]

Great review! Thanks for showing it going through the paces. Looks like a great all round knife!

[@briantaylor340]

I have a 4,5,6 and a Junglas. I love them all but to me the 6 is the best one knife only blade that ESEE makes. The 6 will keep you alive plain and simple. I usually when I'm on a kitchen sink trip take all my ESEEs and have a 5 and Junglas on my pack but on fast hikes the 4 and 6 are on my side. I find the 4 a great deer hunting blade and day hike knife but it's too small to do any work. The 5 is too heavy. The Junglas is like a Claymore Sword but it chops like a Granfors Bruks and the 6 just does everything I need in one sweet blade.. I own em all because I'm addicted to knives lol!

[@klauszungler4644]

Brian Taylor -- I agree with you but I love holding the Junglas..

[@lcm7541]

Are the Esee 6 and 4 clip plates interchangeable?

[@klauszungler4644]

Luke Metallic - Esse 5 and 6 is the 4 is too small - go to “The Knife Connection “ they have a lot of great custom stuff for Esse knives

[@lcm7541]

Klaus Zungler thanks man, trying to get my 4 lower on my belt with a dangler clip

[@klauszungler4644]

Luke Metallic - on Amazon D ring Dangler $20 3 -1/2 Inch and on Google without the D ring and if you love Esse as much a me why not Google for a custom made dangler - good luck

[@galactikvibes9482]

Thank you,you are my favorite reviewer etc...and i watch them all...I have purchased at least 20 products on your reccomendation.Blessings and respect to you.

[@gideonstactical]

+GalactikVibes Wow! So cool to hear that. Thank you for the support!

[@DavePotokar]

My 6 finally arrived. Thanks for a great review - top notch. I gotta say I enjoy your enthusiasm you have for what you are talking about. It definitely makes for a better vid, and you cover all the bases. I'll agree 100% about this being one of the absolute best blades you can get in this size class and return on cost. It is a perfect blade which comes as close as any other blade can for being a do-it-all knife because we all know that no one single knife is the answer to everything, but this sure comes real close....would even be a pleasure in the kitchen I bet.

[@Jmartin68]

Just unboxed mine a couple of hours ago. My first thought was "Wow!". This knife is awesome. After years of searching for the perfect survival knife, I think I have found it. Now, to get another smaller one for everyday carry.

[@mr.zardoz3344]

A nice review. It didnt have that commercial-ness i see in so many other KZbin reviews. You actually use it in the field. Thank you👍

[@whalefsh]

Just want to say thanks, I ordered my Esee 6 from one of your recommended folks, even though I'm in Scotland. It worked out a bit cheaper to order from the US so cheers for that mate.

[@gideonstactical]

+whalefsh Sweet and enjoy.

[@haggis9185]

alright mate am in Scotland too just wondering if you got hit with any import taxes or anything from customs? Its miles cheaper buying from the states even with the shipping costs! How you getting on with the Esee 6? Cheers bro

[@whalefsh]

@@haggis9185 Sorry mate only seeing this now. Aye, had to pay duty on it, but not as much as it should have been. The knife's held up beautifully, batons like a champ and holds it's edge really well.

[@tonydowd8566]

as usual, great review. just now ordered this knife. my first ESEE. Did I say that I was excited??!!!!!! lol

[@ernest9606]

I built a huge A frame lean to shelter with my 6 just over the winter of 23. Saved my ass no doubt. I was deer hunting in Kentucky lbl aka land between the lakes. My cell phone wouldn't working and I was stranded for 4 days. I finally reached help with my 2 way walkie talkie.

[@Victorcreed85]

Absolutely love your videos. I have been on you tube today doing some research on a couple of new knives i am planning on buying, obviously the ESEE brand, dude i just keep going to your videos, nobody else can do a knife review justice like yours do. Keep em coming man and count me as a subscriber.

[@gideonstactical]

Awesome! Thanks so much for the support!

[@joespain5135]

ive bought and given away to family members and closest friends at least 7 or 8 sog seki japan seal knives over past 16 years. after watching your reviews on esee5 and 6 im saving up for a esee6. thanks man for making it easier for me with your hands on reviews. take care

[@gideonstactical]

Thanks again!

[@lul1459]

Love your channel, just bought an esee 6 a month ago!!!

[@bkdesignr]

Thx for the fast response! I'm familiar with the saber grind and that seems to be my only complaint on the 6, not enough 'meat' at the top, but still feel confident in it's strength. I'll still probably add a GSO to my expanding collection at some point, ha! Thanks again, love the reviews!

[@gideonstactical]

bkdesignr Thanks so much, glad to help. The ESEE6 is still my favorite all around production blade.

[@INFIDEL-wt3pw]

You do the absolute finest reviews on youtube.. I had a 4 (too small in the handle), I had a 5 and thought it was just too heavy for hiking when I factor in gun and magazines. Would you recommend the 6 or LS for stomping through the desert with 1 blade?

[@vanlurton6068]

As always, thanks for the great videos!! How about a verses, the ESEE-6 vs GSO 7/7? Granted there are some big differences in steel and price, but I'd love to see these two go head to head.

[@bkdesignr]

Like I said before I stripped the coating off my esee 6 (up to the finger choil) and was thinking about doing a vinegar patina. Have you done a vid on this process? If not, could you point me in the direction of a good method, when you get a moment. Thanks again for the great content!

[@mrsajenes9922]

great review. i just got one. but, as personal preference, it would be perfect if balance of the knife is at the choil. it would maximize its chopping capability while being true to the purpose of the choil. small complain for a great knife. how is the balance compare to the bk7, because i think the bk series has skeletonized tangs?

[@Wildwestwrangler]

I have the cm6. Love the adjustable/lockable kydex sheath. Also absolutely zero rattles!!!

[@jaspersanfellipo7184]

Thanks for the review and enthusiasm for this knife. Can you rotate the sheath clip for tracker-style carry? I am on the fence between the Esee 6 and the Scar blades 'Bear' for a 3-week backpacking trip through Denali National Park this summer. Weight/effectiveness ratio is a big consideration. Any thoughts?

[@kemhenderson2562]

Hi, I really enjoyed this vid, I want an Esee 6 and Junglas, I have it's predecessor the RTAK 2 and love it. Where can I get a kydex sheath from? Thanks and keep up the good work

[@JoannaJedrzejczyksForehead]

In real work use, the material of the 6's sheath is better than kydex. It does not get as brittle in the cold. It is lighter, and the knife is quieter when drawn than it is from kydex. It I'd also less abrasive to knives than kydex is.

[@Stawee]

Did you replofile the edge or leave it as factory degree? I made a 20 degree angle both side and its works like fenomenal.!

[@alberteng1604]

Love your videos! Can you rank personal preference between the Esee 6, CS Recon Tanto and Buck 124 for survival, bushcrafting (chopping. batoning, feathersticking) and poking curious animals at the camp site? Thanks so much!! I'm torn!!

[@jeffryvanderven3288]

Hi.. i was wondering what you think of the esee 6, 4 years later thant your original review..

[@angiepolinski2588]

I was wondering what would be the a good sharpener for my camping pack to use with the esee 6 edge angle?? What did you use +gideonstactical

[@louisfisher1110]

for a general survival knife to "get it all done" in the mountains (i.e. backpacking, hiking, camping, etc) would you recommend the esee 6, the esee junglas, or something else? what would be your go to?

[@jeremyg371]

I've got the green blade with orange handle one in my cart right now. I'm just not sure if the G10 handles are not good. The black or silver blade ones from Amazon come with Micarta. Any ideas? thx for the great review you sold me this knife. I wish you had an amazon free link so I can browse Amazon and make purchases and you get credit. thx again and Merry Christmas to you and yours.

[@beast_mode7998]

I am looking for an all around survival knife for detailed work while also being able to baton/chop. I am also looking for a knife that can field dress/skin game. I am debating between the Esee 6 and Laser Strike, which would you pick??

[@JW-uu9je]

opinion if you were to buy one?: the esse 6 or the esse junglas?

[@bushtrash2286]

Hello dont suppose you could show case the handle more? I have severe damage to both hands and I want to choose a replacement knife that would fit my hand better than my current knife.

[@beemer567]

which would you recommend between this and the rat 7 keeping in mind the sheaths? want to use a medium/large blade with a saw and much smaller blade for detail stuff. also open to rat 5 and esee 4. the 1/4 blades are too heavy in my mind.

[@bkdesignr]

great vid! i have an esee 6 and love it. took the coating off and now just keep the blade oiled. how would you compare the tip/point strength compared to the GSO 5? Thanks man!

[@gideonstactical]

bkdesignr The GSO with its saber grind is stronger and will do wood working a little better with its saber grind.

[@jeremyg371]

Just bought mine, it's showing up today. Got the venom green & orange g10 handle version. thx...

[@CliffordAllison]

You mentioned you should wear gloves when handling knives. What are the recommended brands of gloves that you would use in both hot weather and cold weather?

[@Player_Review]

Finally time to pull the trigger on one of these in the venom color. Figured I should push back my Bradford Guardian 3 purchase for another month or two since the ESEE-6 is a bit cheaper to buy and probably more camp application for my needs. I had my Bark River Bravo 2 out last weekend, but it cost over $200 to buy and I ended up not wanting to wack on dead wood with it. I think I wouldn't mind beating on the ESEE-6 to warm me up. I have and love the DPx HEST Original to fill my smaller fixed blade needs (accompanied by Morakniv), and it is also made in Rowen, but I oddly haven't bought ESEE yet.

[@ansum100]

Just bought my First Esee-6 what a beautiful well balanced knife ..very sharp out of the box just what i expected...weather its heavy work or just feathering it handles it with ease...love this knife .you wont be sorry if you buy one ..awesome.

[@gideonstactical]

Glenn Cunningham Amen!

[@willieboy3011]

Good video: basic specs written out, blade tested, sheath advantages and deficits covered. I would mention the steel a bit more. It is very hard, yet it is prone to rust, which is an issue if used for extended times in the field. Easy enough to overcome though. Again, excellent, concise information.

[@e.s.l5861]

I have the Ontario ranger 6 “bush” which is 1095 hc steel and 3/16 thick. I’ve had it about 6years and it’s given me good service Do you think it’s worth upgrading for the better steel?

[@aHigherPower]

For a big knife I think the ESEE 6 fits the bill, looking forward to reviewing it myself. Thanks.

[@endo77x7]

Thoughts on pros and cons ESEE 6 VS ESEE 5? I went ahead and got the 5 a while back. I love the weight. It's at 16 ounces compared to the 6's 12. You can look up some more exact specs if you aren't familiar. But honestly, I can chop wood with this thing without using a baton to some degree. The wedging makes it somewhat axe-like. I can feather with it fairly well. As far as chopping/baton use, I can't decide if the extra length provides more power, or the weight/wedge on the 5... Experienced thoughts welcome. Thanks.

[@gideonstactical]

Wesley McCarley Overall I like the ESEE6 for me and my uses.

[@Lightspeed-eo6nw]

Awesome review, just reinforcing why I bought the 6. Those handles...watched the vid, ordered a set in brown/black. Good find.

[@gideonstactical]

Right on!

[@tylerdaily42]

I am struggling between the Esee 6 and the RAT 5. I like the added length of the Esee for chopping and batoning, but I feel like the RAT 5 would be more manageable for slicing and, in particular, processing game. Can you make a suggestion? Thanks!

[@nathangrimaud9022]

Hi gideonstactical huge fan of the videos! Just wondering which blade you think is better out of the esee 6 and or the ontario rat 7?

[@gideonstactical]

This is my recommendation. If you can get the RAT 7 for $85 or less and money is tight, the RAT 7 is a good blade & will last a lifetime, but for $120 at the-knife-connection.com you can get the ESEE 6. It is worth the extra money for the better sheath and F&F the ESEE 6 will give you if you have the extra $35. 

[@elmacho1155]

Would u recommend the ESEE 6 over something similar such as the RAT 5? im looking for something that is good for batoning while still is easy for some more detailed work. do u feel that the longer blade of the ESEE 6 might make it harder to do detailed work or that it might be to heavy? i have also been looking at the ESEE 5, although i like the 1/4 inch blade i feel that it would be to heavy when it comes to more delicate stuff, plus the saber grind would make it harder to cut aswell which would wear my hand out pretty fast. Do u think that the weight, and saber grind might make it to hard to do the more detailed work with the ESEE 5? I am looking for a knife with a good middle size blade, flat grind, plain edge and preferably a plastic or kydex sheath over a nylon.

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Aaron, Seriously when I thinned down my Rodent 6 at the Busse Custom Shop and I had the top guard taken off. It became my ALL Time Fav. 6" blade. One of my Fav. Carries is either my 2Hawks Double Bit Hatchet or my 17" Hultafors Bruks Agdor Hatchet or either my Gransfors Bruks Small Forest Axe or even my 24" Council Wood Craft Pack Axe with the Heavy Duty Sheath and sling. Plus either my Silky Bigboy2000 or my Agawa Canyon 21 Boreal Saw which I think you should do a review on it. I have the Black on Yellow with the Crazy Horse Scabbard which houses my extra Aggressive Saw Blade. I have the All Purpose Saw Blade on it. I can sling carry it also. Oh, I also Neck Carry my Mora 510. Usually I go with my Kodiak Gearsling because I like its size. I also can attach some of my Smaller Hatchets like my G. B. or H. B. on some of my Cold Weather Solo Trips I also like my Rodent 7 and my Rodent 3 Piggyback which I Baldric Carry. Well that's it. Oh I also love my A-1 which I teamed with my H-1. I easily carry them side by side draw carry because of how the Sheath's are made. They fit together perfectly.,,. p

[@kyleclifton4924]

Just ordered one im excited

[@gideonstactical]

Kyle Clifton You will love it.

[@KillingTheMost]

Very clear video, you convinced me to buy this.

[@gideonstactical]

HauskojaVideoita Glad to hear it, you won't be sorry.

[@Signingman]

Sup bro. This knife is definitely on my top ten list, my only bone to pick with this knife is that the coating is just so freaking rough it feels like asphalt anyway I appreciate the video and I hope to see more in the future

[@Mr.56Goldtop]

Best opening song on any survival/bushcraft channel on KZbin! Tec

[@skillmaster2255]

Excellent video!! ESEE 6 is an absolute wilderness survival king!! I am sure that reasonable minds could differ, but I would put the ESEE 6 up there with the Fallkniven A1 and Becker BK2 as the three best survival knives on the market, IMHO. I feel bad about not putting the ESEE 5 in there too, but I just think that the ESEE 6 and BK2 edge it out when it comes to traditional survival applications.

[@youth89xx]

Hi. Love your channel. Just wondering which blade you prefer the esse 6 or the bradford guardian 6. Thanks

[@gideonstactical]

+youth89xx Very hard. They will do the same thing.

[@justintraupel9468]

Can the paddle and clip be moved down to the next holes so it will ride a little higher?

[@W49Boowie]

Hey buddy, I really respect your reviews. They're very honest, informative, and unbiased. I wondered if you know when the Esse 6 first became available in the U.S.A? I've been doing so much research into OKC, which has been quite difficult, but finding history information on Esse is proving extremely difficult. I've trawled through so many Knife forums, and i've only found slim pickens of info. Like Rowan, stayed working with OKC, after Jeff Randell's contract ran out. I've heard that OKC, after Rowen joined Esse, that OKC continued to use the same cryogenic heat treat? I've been unable to discern when the Rat 7 came out, and was in practicality, the template/inspiration, for the Esse 6, because of the Rat series being designed by Jeff Randell, and Ron Perrin. I'd really appreciate any information you can provide me with. Like i said, I really enjoy your reviews. I hope thete's plenty more to come! Thanks buddy

[@awesome3213]

I don't like the fact that Esee went cheap on the sheaths I still cant wait to get my esee 6

[@paulie4x1]

Hello Aaron, when I first was starting I inquired as to what blade lenght a good bush knife should be here's what my searche answer was I came up with 4"- 6 " I said that's easy so I got a 5" blade, which the Ratmandu is still one of my fav's but for a camp knife the 6" blade really shines like being a lite chopper and the extra realestate really helps out alot batoning, Mors Kochanski suggested that a knife should be strong so I searched for a strong knife but most looked too tactical and some had top and bottom gaurds and some were too thick for being a good slicer I wanted a strong steel like a 5160 but with more carbon and the Rodent 6 almost fit tge bill except it too was a bit too thick with a double gaurd, Swamp Rat has a Custom Shop so I asked them to thin my knife and take off the top gaurd off and now it look's like a beefy Ratmandu on steriods my favorite camp knife it slices pretty good, it's strong good steel and the saber vex grind makes it great to baton with, they did such a good job you can't tell it was a Rodent 6 the SR101 hold's an excellent edge too, and I always liked a choil especially on a larger knife but I like choil's period. Your Essee 6 look's alot like my Custom Rodent 6 so I know it's going to make a great camp knife, if Swamp Rat couldn't customize my Rodent 6 I most likely would get the Essee 6 I like my 5" blades ( and I have some nice 5" blades ) but for a all around camp knife a 6" blade shines.

[@k.2146]

First of i want to say i love your videos and think you do a great job. I was thinking about getting the esse 6 and if i do ill buy it through your channel so it helps out. I have the bk2 and love its splitting and chopping abilities. Can the esse 6 chop and spit under hard abuse? Thanks.

[@gideonstactical]

+Conner Ariss The BK2 can do it better, but the ESEE6 is an all around better tool I think.

[@kep67]

recommendations for knee pads? need a comfortable pair that can be walked in. would be nice to have on a rainy day rifle hunting in MT

[@justBlake11]

Without ur help i would still be decidin between what knife i was goin to get but thnx to u i have an esee 6 on the way. This knife will in fact be my first fixed blade. Also wanted to thank u for telling me abt knifeworks cause thats wher i bought it from. I think the next knife il be gettin is the Izula II kit. So thanks for the help and advice. Keep up the good work.

[@gideonstactical]

Right on and thank for the support Blake, glad the videos help with your choice.

[@gookskywalker]

🔪Just ordered one for me.I DID like the Knife Connection's website.I am very impressed with the warranty on these ESEE Knives.I have been watching many knife reviews and tests for the last two days and you seem to me to have a good knife IQ.CHEERS!...Waiting on my ESEE-6.🔪

[@davidvincent3755]

My favorite blade for sure!!! Great video for a great knife.

[@gideonstactical]

david vincent Thanks so much!

[@MrWuddles]

So... ESEE 6 or Tops Silent Hero? I can only buy 1 and I would love to know your favorite.

[@wockyslush7467]

Should I get the esse 6 or 4

[@wolfsoldier5105]

They switched to molded plastic because kydex were breaking somehow for soldiers who were over seas. The molded plastic is much better imo.

[@bigfrank2959]

what are the differences between all the esee 6 models? i have a little collection going on and have the esee CM6 coming now but is there a difference between that one and the 6p or 6hm

[@scottm5972]

In the description you listed as a con that the ESEE 6's tip is thinner than that of the RAT 7, but I just compared them and the tip of the ESEE 6 is significantly thicker.

[@kimi7iceman]

Thank you for the great video, I think I am going to buy one

[@jamo75]

As I am somewhat new to the bushcraft side of things, which would you recommend, the Esee 6 or the Tops BOB? I seem to think I want the larger blade of the Esee 6 but have been very impressed with some of the reviews/videos of the Tops BOB in action.

[@gideonstactical]

I love my ESEE6, but that would be a survival knife. It can do every task from batoning, chopping, cutting, and carving well. Were as the BOB is a bushcraft knife. It will do better then the ESEE6 at cutting and carving, but not at chopping and batoning. If you are looking for a knife to do it all, fire prep, shelter building, and carving go with the ESEE. If you are looking for a knife that is designed for the finer work, notching, food prep, carving, whittling, then go with the BOB. Hope that helps.

[@mrjer2267]

I also have the ESSE 6 and all their other knives except the newer ones in the last 3 years . Thanks for the great review. (Thank goodness for the 2nd and 22nd Amendments)

[@gideonstactical]

Jerry Wilson Glad you enjoyed it!

[@billbouley5164]

you have very much sold me on this knife. my question for whoever sees this....I noticed that there is a Esee 6 with 2 different size blades. A 5.75 and a 6.5. which is the better one In your opinion and which is more practical for hunting/survival knife? I am very much enjoying watching your videos...from tactical gear, to packs and even survival/emergency packs. whoever has an opinion please reply. thanks in advance. I want to buy the esee 6 before the fall hunt

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Aaron, Everytime I see a Essee 6 video, I become mire grateful I had my Rodent 6 modified, It's defenetly my Fav. 6" blade (6 3/8"), But thinning it down and taking the top guard off, It looks like a Ratmandu on steriods, I really love my modified Rodent 6. But like my friends that have Essee 6's, I prolly would of get one too. ,, .

[@samsmith8870]

If you reprofile the spine to 90 degrees would that void the warranty?

[@argonengineering9378]

Is batoning all these knives are good for?

[@nicsoner]

Just bought this knife! Cant wait for it to arrive!

[@sgtmusic]

How did you go? Do you still have it?

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Aaron, I was so worried I bought two knives I already had my Ratmandu and my Rodent Solution, I thought the new knives the Rodent 3 and the Rodent 5 would be reduntant, but actually to my suprise their not, we went out this weekend, so I can't use my batteries up, but my friend has a Essee 6, it sort of surprise me that the Rodent 5 is very similar, my other Swamp Rat Knives have palm swells, but the Rodent 5 doesnt, but the Lightning Bolt Handle is very comfortable, it too has a choil and my fav saber grind which I will convex, anyhow Thanx for this video, and making me aware of the similarity, even though my Rodent 5 is only a 5 1/2" blade it feels like a longer blade, the Rodent 3 is becoming my Fav. 3" blade, fills my hand great, and I wear a large glove Thanx again Aaron.

[@vigilante1202]

Had reservations getting the 6, it was kind of an impulse buy. Didnt regret it. Great knife! Great review!

[@gideonstactical]

Thanks Ethan

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Aaron, Not realizing at the time, I just realized how similar my knives to eachother, except a few, In the 6" category I have the modified Rodent 6 without the top guard, making it look like a Ratmandu on steroids and prolly my Fav. Then runner up for its strength my Fallkniven A - 1, Oh and my Njord, then my S. R. K., Benchmade 156 CSK, my black Bokor Rold and my Bokor Collection 2011, Puma Bowie 2 (440c), Gerber Silver Trident(double serrated), O. K. C. Gene SP-47, Bianchi Nighthawk 1, and the NV1-01 the Bianchi and the NV1-01 are Hollow Handle Survival Knives, I'll also include my Bark River Bravo 1.5 in 3V, And my newest W. C. Master Woodsman I'm having made in the CPM 154, Oh and my Busse Combat Green American Flag Cerakote ASH-1 Mag. and my S. R. K. San Mai 3. I might be missing a couple but these are right off the top of my head, Similar huh, and what do you think of my stable of 6" blades.

[@ashleygusko5516]

Great Video . What do you think of the ESEE 3 Mil Spec as a small fixed EDC blade. I just got a ESEE 3 5 and Tops BOB in the last few months . For 6 in blades I have a ZT 170 , SRK , Sog Force so Im not sure if a ESEE 6 is in the cards now because of those 3 .

[@gideonstactical]

Great collection. I love ESEE my problem with the ESEE3, ESEE4, and Laser Strike is the finger choil. You do not need a choil in my opinion till the cutting edge goes past 5inches, then it become very helpful. On the smaller designs I think it becomes a hindrances. So, I would take the TOPS Scandi Trekker, BK14, BK24, or Izula II before I would use an ESEE3. The ESEE6 is my all time favorite blade.

[@grimmreapo655]

i have the junglas and the 6. I used orange para cord to lash my 6 sheath right onto my junglas sheath. so handy to have both knives in one spot.

[@gideonstactical]

+Grimm Reapo Sweet! That is a cool idea.

[@donnymac575]

Ok I went and bought an ESEE 6 from Knifeworks about 15 minutes ago. Great service! They already got it ready to ship and its the even before Christmas Eve. I selected the ESEE-6 over the TOPS Silent Hero. The ESEE-6 is about half the price of the Hero comes with a more durable sheath and a life-time warranty. Since knives are an addiction for me like many of you I'll probably get the Hero in a couple months.

[@donnymac575]

The ESEE 6 just arrived. I have to say kudos to knifeworks. I've never bought from them before but wow! I ordered knife late Christmas Eve and have it in hand already on the 27th.

[@donnymac575]

Also, I have no rattle with the sheath I got.

[@kaiabbe2623]

I have been waiting for this review from you forever! You think you could compare it to the rat 7?

[@gideonstactical]

I will not at this time because my RAT 7 is on loan to a buddy. This is my recommendation. If you can get the RAT 7 for $85 or less and money is tight, the RAT 7 is a good blade & will last a lifetime, but for $120 at the-knife-connection.com you can get the ESEE 6. It is worth the extra money for the better sheath and F&F the ESEE 6 will give you if you have the extra $35.

[@semco72057]

I like the look of that knife and would love to own one due to it's length of blade and be able to use it in camping.

[@fyrebugg9354]

I have one and I absolutely love it. It does all he shows easy enough. I used mine on a big buck just this year and edge retention is in my opinion fantastic. If you get one you won't regret it. I have tkc handles on mine and like those alot.

[@songokuo5131]

I have esee 6 for how many years,, the powder black coating is finished,,what iam doing

[@PedroOjeda]

how do you upkeep the edge after all that bushcraft?

[@tommylowe]

you should do a vs. video between the ontario rat 7 and the esee 6. i cant decide, rat 7 is nice but i like the esee 6 sheath but in canada theres about an $80 difference in price so im kinda of torn between, because the rat 7 has a bit of a longer blade and apparently feels more blocky in the hand and i dont really like the nylon sheathe, maybe you can give me some advice?

[@realUlfricStormcloak]

How do you compare it to the RAT 7?

[@timeloupe]

Awesome review.... well done...

[@ryanc5681]

@gideonstactical-how should I sharpen my ESEEs? Whetatone? Or? I'm not experienced with them at all but I want them sharp and to keep the edge well

[@obama-bin-thanos7484]

Ryan Caiazza just use a double sided sharpening stone with sharpening oil that's the best way to sharpen a knife

[@maysdogus]

Just an FYI for folks looking to buy this knife. Would recommend that second tkc link in the description. Very good price.

[@jaspersanfellipo7184]

Based on your review, I purchased an Esee 6 (knife only) through the knife connection link above. Great customer service.

[@woofman4796]

hi Aaron,, i am just wondering if you have handled the cm6 and if you have,, i am considering getting the cm6 because of it's slightly narrower handle,, but i like the 6 with the plain edge and sharpened top swedge,,,, thank-you

[@gideonstactical]

+woofman I don't plan to at this point.

[@jameshill6872]

Great review. My ESEE6 should be arriving shortly.

[@gideonstactical]

Thanks!

[@ianknight6518]

U should do a review on a authentic gurka kukri i hear there thick spine really helps with chopping.

[@semco72057]

That knife can do chopping with and other bushcraft tasks and is a knife one should have since it is the right size and not too heavy. I would take it with me and be glad to have it. I have some knives in that category which I have and love them due to the way they are built and the abuse they can take.

[@robertbowen2100]

If you were going to get just one knife, would you get the 5 or the 6? Mainly bushcraft, but tactical if needed. Thanks for the videos.

[@glbwoodsbum2567]

6

[@billbouley5164]

ok so now I am very interested specifically the bk2 and now the esee 6 model. my question is....when I looked up the esee 6 I noticed that there is many different models and names. what is the survival/hunting one called?

[@Rico702Vegas]

The Becker is a far better blade. ESEE has a name for themselves because people don't do their research. Why have a 1095 blade that you have to sharpen all the time and the steel is pliable when you can have a 1095 cro-van blade that has been put through the most rigorous abuse and laughs at the ESEE lineup? Just saying: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJCQd3anls9npcU

[@keaoc4311]

I love my esee 6 but unfortunately it doesn't get along with the wet weather in my outdoors, can you recommend a good blade comparable to esee 6 that can handle wet weather?

[@Wildwestwrangler]

Keao C cold steel srk in aus8a steel

[@BelnapCustomKnives]

Enjoying the series