Extrema Ratio DMP Full Field Review

[@SLAYER-nm5zw]

The best bushcraft channel on KZbin

[@BushCampingTools]

Oh man! You made my day! Much appreciated! Spread the word!

[@SLAYER-nm5zw]

@@BushCampingTools You're welcome Sir

[@tonyhoodlass1846]

Had Extrema Ratio Col Moshin Compact but sold all my collection and started again couple of years ago must buy this, thanks for your great videos

[@BushCampingTools]

Thank you for watching my videos!

[@santaisback7945]

I had see many of your reviews bro and really I loved every one of these. I think that this excellent tool must have more options for the cary. Thank you for your videos. Be well!!!

[@BushCampingTools]

Thanks so much for your comments!

[@superfeschi]

Excellent review as always. This will be my future Nr. 1 knife for the outdoors (and will replace the ka-bar bk7). But I will remove that leg strap for sure

[@BushCampingTools]

Yeah more on the leg strap. Another short video coming soon on this topic with this knife.

[@old_ben7473]

Another great video! 👍

[@BushCampingTools]

Many thanks and thanks for watching!

[@markedeloy]

Great review. Thank you

[@BushCampingTools]

Thanks for watching, your comment is much appreciated.

[@BradGryphonn]

I think, after watching so many of your Extrema Ratio knife reviews, I need to look into investing in one.

[@BushCampingTools]

Just one is all that is needed mate and this one would be a good one, i reckon. i have to do a bow hunting vid and think i'll take it along. The problem is now i have some action cameras but they are used for my other work and i don't really want to get them damaged bow hunting. i can stick one on the bow, we'll see??? i think the DMP is probably the most useful one of their knives for general outdoor stuff, other than the Dobermann IV, much bigger though. They did make a smaller version for hunting, not sure i they still make it though. Ontos is good just for one heck of a heavy duty 'thing' to put the greek back into English LOL! Got some more caving vids coming soon too.

[@BradGryphonn]

@@BushCampingTools Awesome! Yeah, I went to the site and saw the Doberman IV. I think that's what I want because I have quite a few smaller fixed blades and folders from other companies, but I don't have a big, useful chopper. I like the different edge geometry, where you can use the blade for fine work and chopping tasks. I've thought about reprofiling a Golok that I have, but the handle on the Extremas is also well designed. Decisions, decisions.

[@BushCampingTools]

@@BradGryphonn yeah to be honest i don't know anyone who owns a Dobermann IV and hates it. You can survive on a tropical island with that thing and whilst they don't list it in their "survival" knife category, I wouldn't be complaining if that was the only knife I had LOL.

[@BradGryphonn]

@Zeb Ra Cheers, Duke. Thanks for the suggestions. And, yeah, I tend to comment a fair bit :)

[@forestinpeace265]

Really nice and complete review. I have to say that I really like this knife and I bought two in different colours. But sadly I have to really point out a relevant issue! When u put in the Knive the sheath, it dulls the edge of the knife! You can really see it in your video at 7:18 whe u put it in the sheath. This little thing for leftie carry at the side of the edge moves outside when the knife slides in. Because its touched by the edge. Bouth knifes that I own and on yours as well as I see - same problem. Extrema Ratio is hopefully fix that. Definitely a design issue. Rest of it great Knife. Greetings from Germany

[@BushCampingTools]

Hi there, sorry i wrote a nice reply and then accidentally deleted it damn! Ok, yeah i know about this thing as when one inserts the knife, (it also happens for the giant mamba as well) the scabbard mechanism tends to push the knife to one side. it annoyed me to begin with but then i just adjusted the way i insert the knife. I think they really designed the system to extract it very quickly (if in a military situation- I guess). If one inserts it slowly, then it will not contact the glass reinforced plastic. I kind of treat mine like using a leather sheath, that too, one must be careful not to damage the welt of the leather, otherwise the stitching could become danged over time. Thanks for your comments!

[@forestinpeace265]

@@BushCampingTools Thank u for ur reply.You are absolutely right that every knife have its own way to be used with its sheath and u have to adapt to it. But I find it really hard to put it in without to create the problem. Only when u really hard push the knifes back at the bottom of the sheath, when u insert it, u can avoid the issue. Especially in a situation where u have to draw or put it away quickly you have to rely at it. And you have no time to think about not to dull it. Thats a major drawback for a knife that is at this quality and useability(and at this price). I am sure extrema ratio will look at this problem. As I see it, they are really proud of the sharpness and quality of their knifes.Its a great company. Maybe after a few sharpenings it will fit better. It is not much of a space that it would fit in, without the problem. Always a pleasure to comment. Often I bought a knife only because of your honest and true review. You often show details that others don´t. Even with the problem at this knife I dont regret the purchase. Keep up the good work. Best regards :)

[@BushCampingTools]

@@forestinpeace265 Your comments are always welcome here. Yes as you know i try to show many aspects of products generally not spoken about on other channels or blogs.

[@gladebreeze252]

The nature your enjoying is always so beautiful what country is this?

[@BushCampingTools]

This is in Eastern Europe

[@nervsouly]

I want to know too!

[@BushCampingTools]

@@nervsouly As above

[@nervsouly]

@@BushCampingTools haha you posted right when I posted.

[@jo.geiger5003]

Endlich mal ein klasse outdoor Video Mit einem Klasse Messer LG Jo

[@BushCampingTools]

Your comments are much appreciated!!

[@alexh.h9259]

Excelente pieza🔪 y genial como todos tus vídeos 👌

[@BushCampingTools]

Many thanks!

[@Lferdi94]

great review

[@BushCampingTools]

Thank you and much appreciated, Thanks for watching!

[@GravityRoller]

Most excellent review. Many thanks 😊 Lamb had me salivating ;-) Follow well earned !##!

[@BushCampingTools]

Hi apologies for the late reply. Many thanks! That lamb didn't last long LOL!

[@BushCampingTools]

I actually made a stew from the left overs but haven't published it yet!

[@willbrink]

My issue is, not full tang. That thick and for hard use/camp/survival, want full tang.

[@BushCampingTools]

I've done as close to real survival as possible, dumped on a deserted island northern Indonesian archipelago off Lombok, leatherman, coconut machete, quality carbon fishing rod, dive mask, snorkel, fins, two quality Japanese fishing lures, a tent and a means to light a fire. Along with one travelling companion. No full tang knives. No trees or branches to baton because there were no trees save for a half dozen cassava plants growing on this small patch of land in the sea "incase" local fishermen got stranded on the island, BTW no water either unless partly saline by digging a hole in the centre of this island. I guess it does depend upon where one is going to survive. But sure a big chunk of metal is less likely to fail under extreme conditions.

[@diderichlangmannen]

Great knife! Good size and great design. Btw - you know that the eastern part of Europe has the most bears and wolves on the Kontinent? So if you make food like this in nature you can be sure to have some encounters sooner or later! Take care and enjoy nature.

[@BushCampingTools]

LOL, there was an encounter but not the one you mention. yes indeed, the smell of cooked meat can also lead pigs in as well. I know there are wolves but not in this exact part. My son did see a medium sized deer but at about 20m away.

[@vladamirkb1]

This knife is so nice.

[@BushCampingTools]

Too right it is. I noted that some years back, a German knife forum got them to make a drop point in a limited number for their members. I came across it by accident on a German site and tried to get one but realised then it was only available for the forum members. Bummer, as it was a nice looking drop point. I asked ER if they would make one as a production model (heck it seems like many years ago now like way back just before i started the channel) but they only told me it was a limited edition run. Since then many years ago, I think this is first public available drop point they have made other than the recent Sethlans. And it is indeed nice. BTW it doesn't look like the one they made for the Forum, so I guess no Forum members would be upset by this as they still have a limited edition!

[@ClitoridectomyGroyper]

Over this or the giant mamba what would you pick for a good mix of combat and general use, I'm planning on leaving for Kurdistan next year to join the YPG and I want a good knife for both.

[@andrashavas]

No survival without a good barbecue! Maybe Extrema Ratio should give some cooking tips also.

[@BushCampingTools]

LOL! Thanks for stopping by mate!

[@Urdasein]

Hi. You should try to put a large handle on this knife, it would improve the chopping power (as on the Selvans). Good review. Regards

[@BushCampingTools]

I think ER makes that model LOL, the Selvans! But seriously, trying to chop wriggly green pine branches that move wil lbe difficult. That's why I show it later on chopping similar sized branches (but of Hazel) over an immovable object (that large beech log). As always too thanks for watching!

[@blacknoize]

Can the spine be used to strike a ferro rod?

[@BushCampingTools]

I'm afraid it can't unless one ground a bit of an acute edge to it. The edges have been slightly rounded, just a little but enough to make striking a steel difficult. I guess if one had too they can always use a small section of the blade.

[@ETB9090]

This could be the one 😍👍

[@BushCampingTools]

I think many people wanted a basic drop point from them. they, as u know specialise mainly in military styled tools for obvious gov contracts, so this one is still built a little more tough bit I think great for outdoor usage.

[@66meikou]

Nice knife. I'm happy with my Selvans. Did you make mint sauce from the mint you harvested? I love mint sauce on my lamb :)

[@BushCampingTools]

Naw, we picked the all the mint for making mint tea, LOL still got a fridge full of it as we went back there many times since that vid was made, yeah haven't had a roast lamb for ages and also liked it with mint sauce! When I got my NTOS, they hadn't made a Selvens, but it would be my choice now if I had to do it all over again for such a knife type.

[@pathfinderkyara9270]

It's not a full tang. It's a hidden tang. My opinion. Anyway, great video,as usually. Have a nice day!

[@BushCampingTools]

Everyone is welcome to his or her opinion here on this channel, thanks for watching as usual.

[@TheSpoovy]

Do you get knives from ER free? I've watched a few of your reviews now and can't say I've noticed you ever mention anything negative about any of them.

[@BushCampingTools]

Hi there. I get asked this question once in a while about all the products seen here. So back in April 2018 I wrote a generalist response to such questions. here is the direct link to my response. hardcorecampingtools.blogspot.com/2018/04/telling-it-like-it-is-on.html But the long and short of it is, I do both, ie we buy and we get, however, as far as the "getting" goes, we get what we want to review. The explanation behind this is in that blog and will also answer your question as to why I'm not saying lots of bad words about them. I'm not sure how long you have been with the channel but we endeavour or rather it is our philosophy if you like, NOT to review junk in this channel as there is a plethora of channels doing this for years and years (I watch them too). Thanks for your comments. PS the blog is good (IMHO) because there I say lots lots more about the products in the videos as there is simply no time to put all of that stuff into the video and still keep it sort of watchable. Even more relevant today with the push to shorts.

[@augustus63]

Forprene is very soft. You can easily nick the handle with your fingernail

[@BushCampingTools]

No it depends upon what Shore hardness the elastomeric alloy is made to. There are some Forprenes which will indeed be very soft for the end application and some which are as hard as a rock. This one is somewhere in between. I don't know the exact Shore hardness because I'm sure this is confidential information. What I was trying to point out was that for any knife if one puts it into the scabbard the wrong way and there is a correct way for whatever scabbard and knife combo then one can damage the either the scabbard or the knife. It's usually the scabbard, eg leather, kydex. I've got nicks and dents all over my long term users from them and no more than my beast of an old SPEC1 from Ontario and it has a Kraton grip. I know Kraton is not the same as Forprene but I just use it as an example of a composite polymer here. BTW an example of very hard Forprene composition can be found on some Nieto knives, I own one of them and I even asked them was it Forprene because it was so hard. FKMD also use hard formulations of Forprene, almost like hard plastic in some of their products too.

[@nervsouly]

Have you lost some weight? Showing off the abs. Does the missus appreciate it? For me it's the other way around I was sitting at home all 21 and gained tummy fat while losing muscle mass. RIP the work I put in 2019 and 2020.

[@BushCampingTools]

Hi, yeah, I was def getting F A T and it can be seen in videos from 7 months ago. Worse still my kid showed me a pic he took about 8 months ago and OMG I was growing Bo^Bs! by the looks of it. Years ago when I was climbing a lot, a girl friend of a climbing buddy said to me I had muscle where normal people don't have them. LOL I don't think I can get back to that state but I figured i had to do something about it and lose some weight, too much in front of the computer, no more competition road bike racing, trying to get back into caving again and exercising and no judo for over a year now, I was getting really unfit. The Mrs said I need to look after myself for our kid. She lost a lot of weight and is back to a size 6/8 max LOL and now working on the muscle tone. Since you asked I also made an "outdoor exercise video on this same trip the knife was filmed on, maybe I'll post it. I know many of us globally have been less active due to all of these crazy lockdown rules and regulation and that hasn't helped people to stay fit and healthy. Now I'm trying to help out other fir5end s who have gained weight with better diets and some serious exercises. Now for me I need to get rid of the flabby skin.

[@old_ben7473]

@@BushCampingTools Good for you brother that's awsome 👍

[@nervsouly]

@@BushCampingTools meh I'm just not motivated to start all over again... and too deeply invested into online games. Plus people are behaving like total morons outside, thinking Corona was over and give in to their needs for company. Delta is spreading and I don't want to catch it. But yeah, last year two hours of swimming was not an issue. This year just walking down into the yard to bring out the garbage makes my legs hurt lmao!

[@BushCampingTools]

@@nervsouly yeah the games, heck they can be a killer. To be honest I've been there done that. I even almost buggered my wrist and fingers up from using a mouse and keyboard to all hours of the morning playing these first person shooter games. The getting up at the crack of dawn to go to work as a scientist LOL. Combine that with night clubbing to crazy times and then one day a mate threw me his car keys when we were at the base of a cliff ready to ascend and I kind of looked at him incredulously and said "what's that for?". he said, you're half asleep. That day woke me up and I got on the "program" LOL! I think you're right about how people are acting now and have forgotten common sense but you have a young age on your side.

[@dhanrajd]

DEGPD5100B

[@brnobre4301]

👍🏼

[@BushCampingTools]

Merci!

[@brianlash154]

I know when he reviews a knife it's quality

[@BushCampingTools]

Many thanks!