TBS Boar Bushcraft Knife-DC4 & Firesteel Edition-Unboxing And First Impressions

[@derekstynes9631]

Great to see and hear Your Complete Joy and this is How/why We knife and Bush craft Lovers Collect Knives . My Friend asked Me " why do You spend so much on knives " I said back to Him " My collection will be taken out to Nature where I will use it for making Fire and Making a Bed and a Camp where I can Escape the World and it can be used to Catch clean and Cook Dinner" So all You People who still dont get it , these are our Jewellery Art and anything else You Collect to find Beauty and Happiness in this World This is Our Way to feel all those Feelings You get from Your " Collecting ".except we Go and Use our Collection while escaping the Rat Race out in Nature and all its Glory .

[@MrAndrewUK]

It's been approx 1 1/2 since you got this knife. How do you feel about it at this point? Thx

[@freelanderpaul]

Great video of a great looking knife love the wood that is used on the handle .Enjoy your new knife

[@Skooty68]

Great knife,i have one,love it...didnt like the sheath though so i spent £85 on a custom sheath for it...now ordered a bigger TBS Grizzly...roll on this week,will do an unboxing on it Atb

[@Fell_Wanderer]

I didn't like the sheath either mate, look forward to your unboxing, cheers atb Damian.

[@higgsfieldinthefield9916]

Nice piece of art mate, I hope you have many happy hours with it. all the best.

[@Rottefella69]

Hi Nice video and a beautiful knife. My tbs boar is arriving in a few days. I got the one with natural micarta scales and the nordic dangler sheath.

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Rottefella69 I cant say I've seen that version of knife but I do like micarta. I'm happy with my knife it holds an edge well and I'm sure you will be happy with yours. Damian

[@pyreneanparaphernalia6619]

Thanks for the review, it was detailed down to earth and honest.They had a deal on at 110 quid for the Mk 1 with all the extras, seemed a bargain so just ordered one myself. All the best Wayne

[@Fell_Wanderer]

I still have the knife and like it, holds an edge well and I paid £150 for mine so you got a bargain there. Thanks for watching.

[@wubba_chicken]

Great video you look happy as Larry. I just bought the sheath I own a dc4 and make my own firesteels with handles but next I might think about that knife I just ordered a new mora for this but I want this knife later so thank you for the video .....

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Its a good knife and holds an edge well, the scales on the handle aren't as well finished like on some knives I've seen but the knife is a work horse and decent for the price I paid, atb

[@erwindijkstra]

Very nice to see someone so enthousiastic about his new knife, wonderfull. I have been browsing around quite a lot to find a decently priced, good quallity bushcraft knife with a good sheath. At first I looked at the Wright&Son Sheffield knives, but the TBS Boar did convince me (virtually that is). Hope you're still happy with it? Best regards, Erwin

[@Fell_Wanderer]

I'm still happy with it but havent been out to the woods yet, Ive feather sticked and cut some pine wood in the garden and the knife was still sharp afterwards, although its not cutting paper quite so well now, it needs a strop but Im resisting honing the knife too often, I looked at the wrights bushcraft knife which is ok but the long ricasso put me off buying that one, There doesnt seem to be many people with the TBS Boar Bushcraft knife on the internet to get a review but there are lots of talk about TBS folding knives in high carbon steel and people are saying they are good knives so I bought mine out of brand reputation and I wasnt disapointed

[@sithekitmonster5489]

Hi Damian, ive been watching your videos and have been thoroughly enjoying them, i to do bushcraft down in the south in kent, and have the TBS Grizzly both in micarta and one in curly birch, i agree not the most refined of knives, but such good workhorses.......been thinking of getting the boar as well to add to the collection but maybe the stainless 5mm version. Please keep doing the bushcraft vids as i think they are great......... All the best.... Si.

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Hi Si, TBS are great value for money knives, yes the scales aren't as refined and pretty as more expensive knives. I found no faults with the bevel or grind and the steel holds an edge well . If I had paid double the price for a knife then maybe I'd be frightened to use it incase I lost it or scratched it, so for me its a very capable and affordable knife which has been used lots but not abused with plenty of batonning. I love the TBS boar and I'm not being paid by the company to say that lol.

[@X_explorer]

Nice channel! I like contemplating earth, explore and decompress...

[@DeepSouthExperience]

I really like that knife from what I see from the video. I personally like the sheath a lot. Myself, I would not wear it in the kayak even with treated leather. I am on and around water a lot. I generally use stainless with plastic or Kydex and keep any other knives in dry bag. Enjoyed the unboxing , I have been eyeing those knives also . Hope it serves you well.

[@Fell_Wanderer]

I'm not around salt water so prefer carbon steel for my knives being a bushcrafter, I'm pleased with the knife, initially I had some edge rolling but I put that down to the knife having an extremely sharp thin razor thin edge straight from the factory, I've only honed it slightly on a 800 grit stone and strop which is still sharp, just come in from an over nighter in the woods and the edge is fine, there are a few reviews of TBS Boar folding knives which uses the same steel and people are pleased with them also, good knives at a reasonable price..

[@PAULIEBOY1967]

Couldnt agree more its what ever makes you happy , very nice looking knife love the curly birch , happy for you enjoy it stay safe Paul

[@Fell_Wanderer]

The knife is nice and comparable to knives costing a lot more, its a different beast to my Mora's, just as sharp but feels heavier and more dependable due to being full tang, (this is my first full tang knife) Mora's have never let me down but aware of their limitations. I could buy an expensive knife which would get the job done but would be frightened in case I lost or scratched it, this knife ticks all the boxes for me.

[@beastman.3108]

Nice knife and the sheath like the look on your face! Now I know what I look like when I inbox a new knife good vid to keep them coming.

[@Leenux]

It's not prettiest sheath? That is most beautiful sheath I ever saw. (I own it) That premium leather and its smell, and how elegant it looks, argh!

[@dogmandoug1715]

Oogway I actually think the same. Best looking shear I’ve seen

[@aHigherPower]

It seems priced right, I'll try one out. Thanks for the review. Thumbs up!

[@owenswift1]

all these great reviews about this knife my one snapped in half buttoning a bit of wood

[@Fell_Wanderer]

owenswift1 A full tang knife shouldn't do that, you should contact your supplier about this if its still under warranty, Atb, Damian

[@simonh2011]

must have got the folding blade? I have the lynx, boar and grizzly (dont ask!) and nothing is snapping any of them

[@owenswift1]

i think i no what knife i had and yeh snaped battoning

[@simonh2011]

Fair enough they've got a lifetime guarantee so just contact them. Must have been a dodgy one then.

[@jamowallace]

Nice looking scales! How come you didnt plump for a jacklore?

[@Fell_Wanderer]

I wanted a Jacklore, they are very nice knives but there is a 5 month waiting list and Sandy isn't taking orders at the moment, I would have preferred one of his knives, thanks for watching

[@garethpeart7098]

Absolutely stunning knife you have their. Keep up the good work for you are learning me a lot from ya vids. From a fellow northeast lad lol

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Pleased you enjoyed them, just uploaded a new one tonight, thanks for your comment.

[@kcfier]

Beautiful knife and the whole package especially the sheath

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Thanks, TBH I didn't like the sheath at first but its practical and has a pouch for a stone, a firesteel and can be carried both vertical and horizontal so won me over.

[@TheDude1603]

I've just received my tbs boar and i had the same reaction....Oh yess ;) what a nice piece of gear...Really well made, feels good in the hand! I'm probably one of few bushcrater in Cadana to have one ;) I look further to test it out!

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Pleased you like the knife, the handle isn't as chunky as some knives out there and feels so smooth and comfortable without the fear of slipping from the hand, the sheath although well made didn't float my boat initially when I first saw it, since then its grown on me more out of being a very practical sheath rather than winning a beauty contest

[@wolswildcamping1257]

You look like the cat that got the cream and why not? That's a nice blade. Merry Christmas...... Be safe and be lucky.

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Thank you

[@sipapito]

How is the knife doing?

[@dogmandoug1715]

Cracking little set up there pal. New subscriber here 👍🏻

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Thanks for watching and subscribing.

[@Moon-rk6gs]

Lovely looking knife mate, I've got the F1 but I prefer a skandi grind so I've been looking for a knife which is reasonably priced. Seeing your video has just convinced me to get one! Thanks for the share friend. ATB Kev

[@Fell_Wanderer]

You get a lot of knife for the money and over all I'm pleased with it, the Scandi grind is so easy to sharpen and I don't think you will be disappointed with one but let me know your thoughts on when you get it.

[@Moon-rk6gs]

I will do mate ATB Kev

[@The.Alabama.Woodsman]

Im in the States. I chose this knife over the PKS Spirit. I hope I made the right choice! I cant wait to get it!

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Mine holds an edge well and I'm happy with it. I don't treat it rough but have batoned with it and usually only needs a strop or a couple of passes on a fine stone.

[@brandonwhite1869]

Nice knife/sheath my Fell wanderer, Seeing the look of satisfaction on your face was enough for me to like the VID. I do indeed, know the feeling of getting a slab of steel that just tickles the fancy right out the god damn window lol.

[@Fell_Wanderer]

I couldn't have put better myself, thanks for watching..

[@brandonwhite1869]

Fell Wanderer Always a pleasure mate.

[@jamowallace]

Granted Sandy's knives are the business! But that tbs looks just the job, how much are they? Keep the vids coming!

[@Fell_Wanderer]

The whole price with next day delivery is £152, although you can just buy the knife and sheath for £105.

[@daniellyne1]

Very nice where did you buy it was it ' The Bushcraft Store '

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Yes it was the Bushcraft Store

[@tedmears]

i have been eyeing one of them up after selling my Jacklore.would you let us know how you got on with it.i was thinking of getting the kit version and making it up myself.looks really nice

[@Fell_Wanderer]

I haven't been out with the knife yet but did some wood cutting (feather sticks) in my garden for about 10 mins, its still cutting paper but not very good now, it needs a strop and its still too soon to pass judgement on the blade.

[@billpeart]

Fell Wanderer 10 minutes of woodwork and it doesn't cut paper well?

[@Fell_Wanderer]

it wasn't as sharp after 10 mins, not razor sharp anyway and there was a very slight roll over on the edge, could be because the edge was very fine to begin with, been out overnight with it and still sharp for cutting wood but not scary sharp like it was out the box, haven't had to sharpen it so far as in the past I've worn a Mora down by sharpening it every other day just because it wasn't razor sharp anymore, compared to my other knives it seems to keep its sharpness about the same but I was a little surprised about the slight edge roll

[@billpeart]

Fell Wanderer Too bad for the edge rolling. That is rather disappointing. Great looking package though. I hope it works out well for you.

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Pete Privitere The edge roll is small and only on a couple of places, could this be because the knife was straight from the factory with an ultra fine edge and cutting into a hard knot on wood could dull it slightly even after 10 mins of carving?, once its been hand sharpened a few times it will get a small micro bevel and will be a much stronger edge, I don't own too many knives to compare blades so I would appreciate anyone's experience on this. I also have to say that the micro roll on the edge is hardly noticeable to the eye and you have to run a finger along the edge to know that its there.

[@midgefodder5282]

Had mine for a fair while now, it's one of the first run editions. It is literally hair popping sharp. I have never had a problem with the edge rolling, infact the heat treat was spot on on mine. I carved with it for 10hrs and it was still sharp, not razor but it honed up easy on the strop. If you have a problem TBS have great customer service. Enjoy it it's a great knife.

[@Fell_Wanderer]

since I got the knife I've only had to re hone it once on a fine grit stone and strop, it rolled after I first got it but I wouldn't say it was bad, the edge was so fine from new and maybe that didn't help making it feel like it had rolled over slightly, it hasn't rolled since and maybe I've put a fine secondary bevel on inadvertently which is giving the edge durability?.. I love the knife and it keeps its sharpness comparable to my Mora's, over all I'm pleased with the knife

[@midgefodder5282]

I really love mine. Only knife I've found that fits my hand nicely, and I'm a big guy of 6'4", which also has a decent balance point (it's at the first Corby bolt). Only thing I've done to it is put a dropper on the sheath as I got fed up of being poked in the ribs lol, and fitted the leather dc4 and fire steel pouch in the front instead of the cordura one I got.

[@Fell_Wanderer]

I did notice that the knife and sheath sits high on my belt so prefer it in the horizontal position, I love the knife with its DC4 and firesteel sheath and wouldn't be without it now when venturing out in the woods, a decent knife which hopefully give years of service.

[@pshearduk]

Hi Damian, loved the video so much that I just purchased the same kit.. atb from Leeds pal.

[@lucasvarker]

love the knife man, one question, does it have a 90 degree spine? or can i rip a ferro rod well?

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Hi, the knife came with a 90 degree spine which throws good sparks, I demonstrate this somewhere in the middle of the review, its a lot better than my Mora Bushcraft Triflex where I had to file the spine flat in order to use a firesteel which is still not as good as the TBA Boar

[@Sam-iu8mr]

Do you get the sheath for the dc4

[@Fell_Wanderer]

+SurvivalKid bushcraft Yes a sheath for the DC4 came with which I don't use as the stone is in with the knife's own sheath.

[@BMCamping]

Now that is a special piece of kit pal, and i expect to be seeing you use it for all your 2014 vids lol!...all the best for 2014 ~ Ben

[@Fell_Wanderer]

I plan on getting out soon cant wait to be honest, its been a while since I've done some wild camping, thanks for your comment

[@WW2HistoryHunter]

Thanks for sharing some great info there. Greetings from WW2HH

[@derekstynes9631]

How long can You Resist buying the Grizzly Knife ? I lasted two days before I blew My holiday money on it !

[@Fell_Wanderer]

I'm happy with the Boar and the Grizzly does look nice, but I have enough knives and can't justify spending more money .

[@dogmandoug1715]

Do you have a grizzly Derek Stynes. Well done mate. You’ve achieved so much

[@essgee7581]

...im 1min 40sec in and already I love it, that looks awesome...

[@Fell_Wanderer]

It looks even better in the hand, pleased you liked it and thanks for watching

[@Electronicpoacher1]

nice knife and kit marra it will do all you need it for and for that price ya canna grumble, happy belated christmas lol

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Electronicpoacher1 Cheers, I wanted a Jacklore but Sandy wasn't taking orders at the time, its not as refined as other hand made knives but looking back I'm pleased I got it as it does everything I want it to do at a much lower price

[@williamprendergast6510]

Nice knife but you would have got a Fallkniven knife for that price,you could be set for everything then.Did I see catapults on the racks behind you.👍

[@Fell_Wanderer]

The TBS Boar does everthing I need a bushcraft knife to do. Fallkniven knives are good but didn't see one which caught my eye. Yes I have catapults, have made a few in the past, thanks for watching.

[@ballygeale1]

will that blade rust

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Yes because its carbon steel so needs oiled after use

[@dadladbushcraft7524]

Xmas day all over again... Haha It's good to treat yourself every now & again. Get what you like , who gives a stuff about any other opinions. I actually thought the sheath was really good, leather & contrasting stitching . Looking forward to seeing it in action

[@stephenlargue6289]

Lovely knife mate av been lookin at thoes meself, might be time to raid the penny jar lol

[@IsADasign]

Just got me one and live it way better than my previous knife the BG ultimate pro thanks for the video that really helped me decide

[@Fell_Wanderer]

IsADasign I like watching BG although I'm not sure whether the gear he endorses is that good but great for starting out and reasonably priced though. I actually wanted a Jacklore but couldn't get one at the time as the order book was closed so got the TBS Boar which was less refined and expensive but is a good work horse and not frightened to give it some stick in the field

[@IsADasign]

Couldn't found my knife when I woke with the worst hangover I've ever had this morning so got home and first thing I done was get me another one ordered

[@HedgewitchHoney]

+Fell Wanderer I've got the Bear Grills survival knife, various other BG knives and the 400 quid Ray Mears SWC "Woodlore" knife. And, like you say, Bear's Gerber gear is absolute rubbish to use, virtually unusable for me anyway. The SWC on the other hand is the absolute dogs by comparison. There's £340 difference in cost and a £1000 difference in quality and usability. For less than 100 quid you can get the exact same knife in kit form from SWC if you make and fit the handle itself. That's my next project... When I get through all the projects the Mrs has lined up for me anyway.

[@jelkel25]

Been thinking about getting that knife that is good enough to not let you down, will last a life time but not so expensive it would really sting to loose it (although it stings to loose a cheap Mora if that knife has done the business over time), these TBSs and the full tang Marttini's are on the short list.....Although getting the TBS gives me an excuse to go to the Bushcraft Store, good for gear, bad for bank accounts!!

[@Fell_Wanderer]

+jelkel25 Everything you said made sense to me. The TBS Boar isn't the most refined and well finished knife, the sheath isn't the most beautiful either, I like it because it holds an edge and does the job admirably. Damian.

[@danhold1]

Great review on a Great Knife

[@savedpurplecat]

Its a thing of beauty that :) Tim

[@Fell_Wanderer]

savedpurplecat Its smooth and curved in all the right places, just like a fine woman, she feels good in the hand and once held is hard to put down, Atb, Damian

[@derekstynes9631]

Mate do not put the firesteel that way to strike The Boar Logo will be rubbed out ! Great knife I am going for the Grizzly for My B/Day Prezzie to Myself !

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Thanks for the advice, I don't like using a firesteel on a knife as it leaves horrible marks and pitting which is a pain to clean. The Grizzly is the big brother to the Boar and a nice knife, hope you have lots of fun with it, ATB, Damian

[@Waylander777]

Great vid. I'm getting one :)

[@goonluv]

Nice knife m8'just as good as the jacklore

[@joekelly9369]

Good solid knife . Will last . I have the wright bushcraft too . A few bad ones mustv got through . Im happy with mine i can get a shaving edge on both .. but i reccomend curly birch , for the simple reason iv almost walked away from darker handled knives in bad light #%@ be warned . Thats the main reason creamy micarta was used on the originals

[@MrPop369]

Very nice.

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Thank you, pleased you liked it

[@TheDude1603]

I forgot.....Nice video ;) Cheers

[@nawbushcraft772]

very nice knife hope it serves you well

[@Fell_Wanderer]

Thank you

[@derekstynes9631]

Hey Brother You will have To get Yourself a Grizzly and Believe Me when I say it is a Beast !

[@dogmandoug1715]

Why when he clearly has a knife? Ooh look at me I have a Grizzly and I’m gonna puss on your parade 😂

[@timleaning6695]

nice...

[@lairdstephenrousek.r.o.6505]

Can ya talk the old stuff as in feet and Insh ha

[@k956upg]

I got the grizzly it's a bit bigger.........too big too thick the one you have is about right..... There really good knives but the grizzly is not easy to carve with or do fine jobs & it has some weight behind it so if you have an accident it tends to be I bad one...Americans would say it's too small but they like everything oversized & with tactical written on it. It doesn't go back in the sheath by feel alone & earlier ones the sheathe seemed thinner & the tip went through the side while putting it away if not careful. All in all a top knife for life if you train yourself to never put it on the floor.... As I said the boar is the best size & the carbon steel is just for people that want high carbon steel the standard steel one is rated just as hard but rusts less it's just sold in the carbon format to keep the sales of people that want a harder steel but don't know the Rockwell scale for both versions.. Keep the videos up I watch them all...

[@markfoo1303]

Happy man

[@stuartmacgregor3192]

A wee rub with a rat tail file sorted.

[@jimhunter12345]

Canny knife that

[@Fell_Wanderer]

jim hunter TBH I wanted a Jacklore but Sandy wasn't taking orders at the time. The TBS Bushcraft is still a decent knife for the money but not as refined as some custom builds but then you do pay a lot more

[@stephenlargue6289]

Lovely knife mate av been lookin at thoes meself, might be time to raid the penny jar lol

[@Fell_Wanderer]

For the price they are decent knives, not as refined as some custom builds but similar spec in regards to blade construction of knives costing a lot more