Fixed Blade Knives | Special Forces Review | Tactical Rifleman

There are lots of great brands out there. This video is a focus on the design of the knife. We do not push one particular brand over another. Rather, we recommend getting the best tool to meet your individual requirements, situation, and desires.
This week on Tactical Rifleman, I’m going to talk about the fixed blade knife that I carry on my kit. There have been lots of questions about it, in past video comment sections. Guys talking about knives, is like guys talking about their trucks or sports cars; you’ll never get them to agree on anything.
So, let’s start the argument down in the comments section. I look forward to hearing our viewers’ thoughts and what brands they prefer (and why).
I personally, am rough on kit. So, I prefer gear that is good quality, but won't break the bank. By that, I mean that I won't hesitate to pry or bang with my knife (or rifle). However, I would gringe to think about prying with one of my $1000 custom knives. So, I don’t carry them.
Because you’ll ask, here’s a link to “Karl’s Knife:”
Blackhawk Night Edge I personally, would get the non-serrated version.
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When it comes to sharpening knives, you need to master sharpening your knives on a good set of stones. I recommend amateurs start with a good set by Lansky. I used to deploy with a Lansky sharpener set all over the planet, and they work great. It’ll take you a while, but you can put an edge on anything from a machete to a scalpel blade. It’s a good way to pass the hours deployed.
Here’s a link to one of their kits: Deluxe 5-Stone Sharpening System
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I show two sharpeners in the video. The first is the one in my kitchen. Literally, every Monday, I touch up my blade on the electric sharpener. If you look close, you’ll see black paint marker written on the top. That’s because I used to deploy with this same sharpener. It has served me well for over a decade. The second is my compact Field sharpener, that I keep in my bag. Light-weight and great little system. If you learned the basics on a lansky set, you’ll really love this little pocket gem. Here’s links to both:
Chef’s Choice Electric Knife Sharpener
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Work Sharp Guided Field Sharpener
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[@InspiretoVictory]

I had no idea Norm MacDonald knew so much about knives. Great video, Norm.

[@ThiccJungles]

InspiretoVictory Tactical Burt Reynolds.

[@OveToranger]

Would be cool to have Karl pop in for Norm McDonald in a movie and just be a badass :D

[@Slippindisc]

“Hey uh guys... you know what sucks? Going black on Ammo.”

[@odinzraider591]

@@Slippindisc I read that in Norm's voice. Lol

[@Slippindisc]

Justin The Pitbull I know right?

[@One047Way]

this channel is too damn underrated.

[@shaunnh2a585]

Chong Wu 100% agree with that 👍🏻

[@TacticalRifleman]

Help us spread the word. Thanks for watching, TR

[@GidionApex]

Mr Wu you my new friend are what is called a mans man!!

[@bobbyt9012]

One of my favorite channels

[@southerncomfort7490]

By whom! Not by me. One of the best channels out there.

[@Adam.Rushing]

Hey guys, Just FYI in case anyone is unaware - an easy way to help out TR is to watch 30 seconds of whatever ad pops up...he gets paid for that. Thumbs up this one so it gets viewed.

[@obergruppenfuhrerjohnsmith5981]

How about a 30 second ad of Karl showing us how to do some proper body hair groomin with a pocket knife?

[@Adam.Rushing]

Ober - hahahaha lmao, I think my wife would like that video more than I would!

[@Adam.Rushing]

Incognito - absolutely, if you have the disposable income buy all of his merch that you can! But one doesn't need to exclude the other...just because you watch the ads doesn't mean you cannot buy his gear, or visa-versa. Watching the ad also gives TR coin, which is easy to do while cruising the interweb, so why not do both? P.S. - w/o Google, there's no YT.

[@RoninSerradaEscrimadore]

Excellent post.

[@bentomlin7404]

Why would we help him line his pockets? He has $20000 worth shit on shelves he doesn't use. he's good.

[@bobfall]

If my knife fell into the lake i want to be okay with letting it go. No five thousand dollar knives. No five hundred year old work of art from a master Japanese sword maker. It just has to work.

[@Apex_grind562]

But you don't want a piece of shit that will rust , chip, have no retention and feel like shit in your hand. A walmart knife will cost more in the long run, because gerbers will fail.

[@warthief3401]

KA-BAR

[@G19Jeeper]

​@@warthief3401nah, Cold Steel SRK 3V

[@acryaa7587]

So don’t get a expensive knife tf

[@Dr.MantisTobogganMD]

SOG Seal Pup. Pakistani Bowie. GERBER Hatchet. Entrenching Tool.

[@chet6900]

"I know that a six inch blade never loses reception."

[@burntastic7547]

FOOKIN lazer sights

[@xaviermorales331]

GPS Satellites

[@minzz1751]

I'd like to see your wares

[@tigermalik6362]

I like this guy the best from all the other KZbinrs on these topics. He’s not going by the hype or really trying to sell you a brand. He’s like hey look this is what works for me, nothing fancy about it. He’s real and you gotta respect that.

[@Ralffart]

I did it! I got the Knife Mounted to the front and to my support side of my Plate Carrier behind my Magazines. Armed with my Technical Knowledge, No Paracord is Safe!

[@The_PaleHorseman]

When I was in Iraq and Afghan I just carried a good ole 119 Buck Knife, got the job done.

[@southernblueblood5402]

Sorry to disappoint you but I totally agree with everything you said, it makes perfect sense and another great video.

[@xXSpaceMexicanXx]

I fear not the man who knows 1000 kicks, I fear the man who had practiced one kick 1000 times.

[@costonpharmalife4659]

Bruce lee is second only to the gods and the children

[@KamenRider1]

Nice quote from Bruce Lee. Much love from the Philippines. 😁

[@johnnywishbone932]

Ha ha you are scared of yellow belts!

[@bev8200]

1911

[@abc4781]

In the words of the great bruce Lee.

[@ewus156]

A man with experience will never be at the mercy of a man with a theory! Thank you for all your content.

[@idonanquan]

The way he used paracord to carry it horizontally or vertically just blew my mind.

[@tubeampsrule1]

The best knife is Karl by your side!

[@tubeampsrule1]

Emmanuel Goldstein yes!

[@rustyshackleford3966]

i can pound guys all day long, hell tell em to bring friends

[@jack902902]

Eh...too heavy

[@tampadeal2619]

@@rustyshackleford3966- go to bed, mom, you're drunk again

[@hillbillynick2000]

Well done! As a Marine (who never cared for Ka-Bars, sacrilegious I know!) And a knifesmith I'll agree! Especially the part about sticking to one or two knives. Thanks, always looking to improve my work/skills.

[@addicted2tone349]

Nick Spittler agree totally! Semper Fi Devil!

[@FXR_OG]

Nick Spittler RAH Devil

[@jasmineirwin7166]

What kind of knife did you carry?

[@hillbillynick2000]

@@jasmineirwin7166 Cold Steel SRK

[@jasmineirwin7166]

Nick Spittler oh that’s a good one is there anything you wish was different about the knife or if you ever needed something different?

[@garyrobertson5629]

Durring my "vacations' in Central america, and trips to Iraq and Somalia I carried my brothers Randal One that he carried in Nam. I also carried an old hawk and machette on my ruck made by an old geezer in Arkansas around 1950, he used car springs. All are retired now ... Nam model one priceless... so i have a big nife made by the geezers son and a crkt folder and hawk when i go bushcraft camping and hiking ....

[@chesterbrown6006]

Randal One, sure wish I had one. Great knife

[@HotelCharliHill]

“I mean c’mon.... put down the controller...” 😂😹😆🤣

[@supergreatairgunreviews]

Shut up dad!!! *buys a cold steel katana*

[@wchu702]

Karl is THE MAN! I never miss a Tactical Rifleman video. Hate all the "tacticool" channels from guys that never served a day in their lives.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@millitantoutdoorsm.o.6334]

I've never served yet I live in a place where you have no choice but to shoot back .I am not dumb enough to openly admit how many people I've stopped for lack of a better word.but I can tell you I've done the world many favors.iam considered by those who know me to be a gorilla soldier .a true red white and blue straight arrow.yet I've never served a day . from aiding the injured to making heroin dealers disapear by way of night mission I am that guy

[@bodysnatcher8122]

@@millitantoutdoorsm.o.6334 we need to hang out

[@a.jandm.m1552]

@@millitantoutdoorsm.o.6334 Geez. We need people like you in NYC.

[@MovieGuy666]

@@millitantoutdoorsm.o.6334 stop making shit up.

[@EREBVS999]

Thank you for the zip tie tip. I carry a simple karambit on person/chest rig along with my fixed blade. Me personally I like high carbon steel for ease of easy sharpening and edge retention. Love your channel and God bless Patriot.

[@christopheclugston]

Karambit--What a useless fad knife

[@EREBVS999]

Christophe Clugston useless if you are not trained in FMA. Fad no I have been trained in FMA/Silat with the Karambit for over 24 years. You must not know the history of the Karambit my friend maybe a fad to you Westerners.

[@timthegunguy47]

@@EREBVS999 Ageeed, if you have ever watched someone who knows how to use one properly they are a very useful and deadly weapon! I would love to learn how to deploy and use one in every day defense!!!

[@donesixfour]

@@christopheclugston Karambits are excellent for law enforcement use, makes gaining control easy, better retention than even ka bar tdi, whick i like as well

[@aubreygmcghee]

@@EREBVS999 double or single edge? From what I undersatand the double edge ones are the ones that are so deadly. Not sure about the single edge. Either way it's only deadly in someone knows how to use it.

[@tarvokallaste8327]

I really appreciate Karls honesty. People spending 400+ dollars on knives and then justifying it by making up all these fairytales about why their knife is so special and expensive.. A knife is a knife. Damn right Karl, god bless you buddy and greeting all the way from northern Europe.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@DowntownDeuce2]

I love this guy. He speaks objectively and analytically from experience. He is not a mall ninja SovCit pedaling a product or reciting what he heard others say. Most importantly, he is self-confident enough not to be a show-off or a loud mouth. Truly a diamond in the rough on KZbin. I look forward to taking some of their classes. The consumate "silent professional."

[@carloslamadrid4799]

Thanks carl from your help on improving my tactical skills. Knives are awesome. Thanks for the help.

[@Repubcreek]

Love the channel! I was disappointed you didn't recommend the Ginsu knife. Man the way that knife cut thru frozen veggies and aluminum cans was so impressive. Plus I think they threw in a set a steak knives with every Ginsu purchase.

[@DeadfallDave161]

I used to love those commercials back in the 70s-80s.Matter a fact I got me one of those “pocket fisherman”.Used to love that thing!

[@angrypatriot5392]

That Blackjack is awesome! I just ordered one for my Go bag. First impression of it was with a light chop you could destroy your opponants knuckles. I love mine.

[@mantia39]

Karl....I wouldn't even BEGIN to doubt your expertise! Thanks for the information!

[@jacobharrod6912]

I could picture Karl riding through the front door of the enemy on his dirt bike chopping heads off with that black jack knife. Riding wheelies, chopping heads, it's all in a day's work.

[@nylonpython]

Quick note on Tactical Tomahawks, most of the people i've ever seen use one tactically were using some sort of Voodoo Hawk. The spike on the back is a solid prybar and i've seen people use them to pry open doors or easily open something like a manhole that has a small hole that you can torque to open. So while they're heavier than carrying a knife you get the utility of a hatchet and a prybar as well as having a melee weapon.

[@legolasgrof]

Thank you for the video Karl! I am personally a huge fan of Half-faced blades and spyderco. The steel they use and the quality of their work is unparalleled.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Never heard of Half Faced, but I too do love SyderCo. Thanks for watching, TR

[@jamesh6966]

Big fan of the airforce survival knives. Built by Ontario, short blade, good grip. Sterdy enough to trust my life to, and cheap enough that that if it's lost in the field I won't cry about it. Scouts out!

[@CircaSriYak]

When are you going to do a cigar review?

[@TacticalRifleman]

We are saving that for "Casual Rifleman. "

[@NiwatiX]

"I have like 20k worth of cigar behind glass, but what I really need in the field is my trusty Cohiba, modern battlefields gents"

[@arx3516]

And a bourbon one too!

[@mattkluge2]

War fighter .50 or 5.56 cigars

[@chrisatwood5981]

@@EnzolioLP go joe

[@whozyourdaddy]

What a bunch of crappy knives. Not a single one has a compass on the end or a sewing kit in the handle.

[@PanchoSmitty1122]

Who'sYourDaddy? Full tang too! How are you gonna get your matches, fishing line, sewing needle and espresso machine into the handle with all that extra metal in the way?!

[@thejsmith]

Easy SIGINT...

[@davidschlarp1606]

Who'sYourDaddy? 😂🤣

[@antiluminati9578]

Or a bi pod. I only use knives with a bi pod.

[@daviddepew3047]

Cmon guys the baits still hangin.

[@robertalford1321]

Always helpful, straightforward content. I've been into knives since I was a kid, and I'm glad to see you appreciate them as well. Those Work Sharp Field Sharpeners do a great job on the go, and I keep one handy all day, every day. Quality stuff as usual!

[@youwont5247]

I know I'm 3 years late but I love your channel and was looking for a good couple of knives and you just found them for me thanks

[@jonlissner2259]

Great topic with solid points to back up your opinion. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge. Thanks for the links and the time you take for your write ups.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching and reading the writeups, TR

[@Veldtian1]

Cold Steel Recon Tanto, simply a classic, fills the hand, deep reaching brutality, and that tip is something else.

[@bbarnhartpd]

Thanks Brother. I also have one of those blackhawk knives. I kept mine on my left side under my duty belt (police officer). It was hidden for the most part, but like you it gave me piece of mind in case a suspect grabbed my weapon during a building search. Appreciate the additional tips.

[@davidwevans4132]

That 1st knife you picked up from the table is an Applegate - Fairbairn, basically an Improved Fairbairn - Sykes designed by Maj. Rex Applegate, USA, in conjunction with Capt William Fairbairn. The 2nd knife is a Fairbairn - Sykes, WWII, British Second Pattern. To your right of the Applegate, is a Cold Steel Revision of the 1917 Trench Knife. Got one in my collection, nice. I punched myself LIGHTLY in the palm, DAMN that hurt!! And I had leather gloves on! Then I have an Original Khukuri that my Sister picked up for me when she was invited to a Wedding in India. (Asked me if I wanted anything while she was there!) Ha ha ha. Good information, good video! Thank you. Keep it the good work!

[@khalidhasan5938]

1:44 The Knife-draw is the absolute best part of this video!

[@fortunateson6648]

haha so subtle at the same time just out of nowhere

[@khalidhasan5938]

@@fortunateson6648 yes, indeed!

[@USArmyZ28]

My mind is honestly blown about the zip ties 😂😂😂😂. I never thought of that

[@crickettgreen2670]

They got almost as many uses as duct tape

[@jcknives4162]

Been making knives for over 40 years. Sold some to brothers... learned some tough lessons. I appreciate your no nonsense comments. Good to see that you speak plain and honest. The old “It’s not what you do but how good you look doing it.” Seems to have moved on to NAVSPECWAR... thank goodness. DOL

[@TacticalRifleman]

JC, Thanks for sharing. You're right... they are the "cool guys" now. I'm just a Former Action Guy. DOL. Strength & Honor, TR

[@jcknives4162]

I quit FB but there is a great body of us "SF Brothers" if you arent already a member. Met a lot of great guys and connected with some former team mates too. @@TacticalRifleman

[@HappyIdiot_Alien.]

I just learned something great from this video. I carried a KA BAR in the Marines, but the point Karl made about the grooved/curved handle was great. You’ll know what direction the blade is in low light conditions.

[@SuburbanPreparedness]

"I'm a little mental." "Let the games begin." I love this guy.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@DowntownDeuce2]

@@TacticalRifleman Karl, what is the knife displayed at 01:58 in this video?

[@gumbothundereagle8006]

Love ❤️ Knives! Function over Everything!

[@KingTesticus]

oh, and in my opinion, the best fixed blade knife is the Tahoma Field Knife made by TOPS Knives. I designed a kydex sheath for it that enables me to make it my EDC. it rides very comfortably beneath my left arm, like a shoulder holster for a pistol. thanks Karl, thumbs up, as always!

[@shannonshaw8675]

My go to fixed blade is the Gerber LMF half serrated . Good for up close work and great in the camp site !!

[@williamshaw8106]

Cold Steel OSS..RLTW

[@9000Draco]

I own a blackjack knives tac ops 8 for my big chopper woods knife they are great quality and couldn't be happier

[@pinesparrow]

Philosophy of use and where to put it. Exactly what I've been looking for two days. Subscribed.

[@Jooo923]

I know me too.This guy is pragmatic and smart. love it man..Thanks K

[@garrettbodnovich2171]

Love the channel. Thank for being a voice of reason and training.

[@tonydowd8566]

Can't argue with anything you said. Love my ESEE 6 fixed blade for general all-around and 940 Benchmade folder.

[@fjamato]

I have the ESEE 6 and ESEE 4. Agreed, both are great knives. For camping, survival, etc.

[@tonydowd8566]

I love the 5. Definitely a beast!!!

[@fjamato]

I also have a Benchmade Osbourne. Fabulous folding knives. Believe it or not Kershaw's I have stood up to some real abuse and keep ticking.

[@fjamato]

You're gonna make me buy one now. If you read about a man killed by his wife in NJ with an ESEE 5...that was me. ;)

[@Mr.Miyagi907]

I also carry a ESEE 6 with a blade tech tek lok, it stabs, chops and slashes great. Have a Cold steel AK47 folder as back-up.... Greetings from Germany..

[@kentuckybrandon7448]

I now carry the blade Karl gave me! That puppy has a razors edge!

[@sethhughes2163]

I about fell off the barstool when you showed/reasoned your Black Mamba, I concur, and certainly appreciate your time again and again sir. Lots of info straight up!

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@thomaschetney990]

Well done. Many people don’t know know the difference between in the field vs in the Combat zone! Keep Alert and stay alive God Bless You and Thank for your Honorable Service

[@austinolson585]

People are always going to have preferences in brand. Just like how guys prefer Glock over HK or FN over Sig. To me, like you, steel comes from the ground. I don't really care who shaped it into what I need as long as I have what I need. I was a Coastie (bring the hate) and we had a lot of SOG blades. I carried that with me when I got out. Now I'm a self defense instructor and my mindset has shifted a little in terms of the application of my kit. I went through phases, I had the Benchmade SOCP dagger for a while. Good knife, great concept but it only was good for one scenario. I don't carry folders. I ended up going with K-Bar TDI blades. Yes I know they're cheap and made overseas but from a self defense standpoint they get the job done. I have custom kydex for it so it sits horizontally over my belt buckle. When I'm outdoors I have a K-Bar Becker Companion that I have for all the heavy lifting that the TDI isn't designed for. Other than that I keep it simple. Also like you, I don't need a room full of guns or blades. I stay proficient in what I carry and know how to run other things if needed. But in reality I don't need one of each flavor. Thanks for the video. I got you guys on Patreon. Love the stories too. Good to stay connected in the community after making the painful transition back into civilian life. See you guys next time!

[@austinolson585]

Emmanuel Goldstein Lol well I carry M&P so I guess I'm retarded.

[@jonesy98656]

Big fan of the ESEE 6 for heavy field use and ESEE 4 on the kit with ESEE Izula on the belt. Best part of ESEE knives is the warranty... Unconditional.

[@alden3105]

100 bucks tops, can get them even cheaper second hand Shawn Collier

[@lokiwartooth1138]

I dig the 5 good all around.

[@christopher_martin]

@Shawn Collier actually they are about 150 and i personally hate esee if i had to choose an esee it would be the 5 much tougher because its thicker plus the esee 6 looks and feels cheap to me....for me its bark river in cpm 3v all day WAY tougher steel and WAY better edge retention and wont rust on ya anywhere near as fast as an esee.... bark river is more expensive but you get what you pay for lifetime guarantee and you can send it in for what they call spa treatment...i know stupid name.... they just clean it up and sharpen it for free not to mention it has a convex grind (much stronger) than esee flat grind or sabre grind!!!! but youll pay 250+ for it..... who cares about how stainless it is if it breaks....just my opinion....i own both!! also kabars 1095 cro van is much better than esee 1095 so is kabars heat treatment and half the price of an esee....with cpm 3v you can pry a car door open or fillet a fish its the best ive ever seen and i have been a user and collector since the first grade and im 43

[@christopher_martin]

@Shawn Collier im just saying there are much better options it depends on what you like but if you want the best thats out there Bark River is the best ive seen if you get it in cpm 3v......go to DLT trading or knives ship free and check them out LOTS of different models best seller is the bravo series!!!!

[@Yiannis2112]

@Shawn Collier The Esee 6 in dark earth color is $108 at knifeworks.com while the 4 is $101. The problem at least for me and as I noticed for quite a few others, is the somewhat blocky and squared handles. However, at the theknifeconnection.net you can get proper, super comfortable G10 handles, but for the extra cost of $50. They also have better sheaths compared to nylon KaBar sheaths. Plastic still, but better than KaBar's nylon. As far as Bark River goes, yes they're of high end quality, but if for example you go after a 5-6 inch blade then you're looking at around $200 to $250. The Bravo 1 he mentioned, is much smaller than an Esee 6 and it's $180+ in A2 steel and $225 in 3V steel. So we're not exactly comparing similar products...

[@jamesbryant3580]

Owned a ton of knives in the last 40yrs. Leatherman Fuse- most used tool I own Benchmade Nimravus- one of the best fixed blades I've ever carried. Currently EDC a CRKT Rakkasan. Love it except the tip is a bit fragile. Stabbed a 60-70 lb hog with it. 5" blade slide in to the hilt. Also impressed with the Clever Girl. Same designer for both knives.

[@georgemorales6782]

OSU Sensei! You definitely know your craft! Thank you for your service and recommendations.

[@skatterbrainz]

So many channels start off great and fizzle out over time. Not this one. Thank you!

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching. TR

[@swenner64]

For now I have my USMC K-Bar, I know Old school, yes I have a 1911 as well.

[@michaellangholz4410]

Well done ! Straight to the point, usable information! Thank you.

[@Budoka72984]

Thanks man. I've had this question for years. I don't give you any negative comments cause you actually have damn good recommendations.

[@Ralffart]

Dam it Carl, You made me spend More Money. I just got the Nightedge for $69. Not a bad deal though, thanks. I love your Videos and Humor.

[@Griever0121]

Hard to find since they’re discontinued. Where did you find one?

[@andrewreinert4461]

So his favorite knife is a scaled down Kukuri. Good choice. However never bust on the axe. The amount of weight and power that you can generate to a fine edge= damage.

[@mikec.6460]

I like the zip tie tip also 👍🏼, the knife that I like very much for me is my Gerber strong arm love that knife. Thanks for the great video

[@jamiesalsman2964]

I just started carrying a Smith and Weston HRT for my work in security. I love having the piece of mind that a straight blade gives me.

[@tomsimmo5789]

The blackjack Mamba is what you first showed. The Blackhawk is a Taiwan knife AAAAASOOOO

[@stevendepauw3742]

Gerber Strongarm! Like that one :D And Ka-Bar is pretty awesome. Cold Steel is a good one too :D

[@willhirschfeld4680]

Strength and honor. I love your videos

[@tnguy08]

Informative and fascinating. Nothing speaks louder than experience and you can see the experience on this guy as much as the wear on those blades. Awesome.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@randycollins87]

I’ve been carrying the same Gerber Mark II for almost 40 years. And yes it is razor sharp.

[@tylewis6115]

My Gerber Guardian II has been with me since the mid-80's.

[@johnyman5880]

You’re so cool.

[@alexdenton7199]

Thanks for this. I've been looking for a good knife sharpener for a long @ss time.

[@cfltitan]

I, Libertarian the one he showed is a fantastic field sharpener but for the house (it does fit into its own neat little container too though if you wanna take it camping or whatever) check out the spyderco sharpmaker. It's a phenomenal sharpener that can get anything hair popping sharp and is super easy to use. It can do plain and serrated edges, fish hooks and even has an angle setting for scissors. REALLY nice sharpener!

[@ninji5226]

Spot on thinking. I used to have the mentality of more is better. Carrying 3 caliber handguns and 5 knives all over the place and it was way over complicated. Once i started escrima training I figured my instructor would encourage having "options" but he laughed at me (I had a "tacticool" attitude i hate to admit). He is a huge proponent of keeping everything simple (simple attacks become complicated under duress, complicated attacks become impossible). That's probably the quickest way to separate "real" from "fake". Real is real simple, fake in fancy. Subbed, great vid.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@scottking2340]

I loved this video! It’s great seeing how you use your knives. I look forward to watching future videos of yours!

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching. We put out a new video every Friday. We also have over 100 videos in our video archive, that you can watch also. TR

[@ryanbornholdt329]

Love it. I have a pos Smith and Wesson boot knife. Needed info for upgrade.

[@mattbunn12301]

I know I’m late to the party on this video but I love my Kraken Tactical knives

[@SerratedEdges1]

Thanks for your time and making another great vid! I dont actually own 2 knives of the same brand, fixed or folder. More picky about the steel and how its treated. I also have a few that are just for looks or coolness factor, because theyre awesome. Ive learned a lot through use. I find that tanto (North American or traditional) blade tips are no less usefull in the field than others, despite being pegged as "stab only". Also true that a dull knife is the worst thing you can have, period. And the knife I carry most: Benchmade Adamas fixed in Coyote with paracord wrapped handle. I can do literally everything with it. Cheers!

[@jtsharp3105]

First time I have ran across your channel. Liked and subscribed. Very simple and practical with no hint of ego or elitism.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks and welcome

[@kiryu2000]

I fancy the Nepalese Kukri design myself. Definitely a good bushcraft blade and warblade; just ask the Gurkhas.

[@richardanderson4916]

I wholeheartedly concur!

[@billsmith6884]

You can't argue with a Gurkha about their blade, they are some of the best knife men in the world. I travel to Nepal every few years and bought a kukri from one of the suppliers to the military (if you go, there are a lot of tourist shops selling "real Gurkha knives", do your research first). Word of advice, it takes a LOT of practice to get good with a kukri.

[@darvinpreece601]

I have many knives of all sorts. However, the one I like best is the one my grandfather and I made from a Jeep leaf spring. We modeled it after a katana he brought back from japan. It is extremely strong, razor sharp, easy to sharpen, and will pierce anything within reason. The blade is about 9 inches and handle is about 5 1/2. It has served me very well for more than 40 years now for many things. I have worn out several sheaths carrying it. I finally made a very good one out of some very thick waxed leather. I took my time making it. It turned out better than I expected! It has a metal liner/insert at the top and tip. I glued and riveted those in. I’m not saying it is the best in the world. I am saying that it has done all I’ve asked of it for a long time. It still holds an edge and looks more, or less just like the week we made it. However, I have had to replace the cord wrap once. It is wrapped just like the Kanta is, which I still have. I’m sure there are better ones, but mine has proven itself to me many many times. And has saved my life a couple of times. Factory knives? I like many. The Marine Raider and cold steel SRK and Tanto come to mind. But I always carry a small good fixed blade and good pocket knife too. I do like Benchmade and Cold Steel pocket knives. Smaller fixed blades I haven’t decided on a particular one yet. I did carry a small Case fixed blade for a few years. It did very well for small tasks. And of course I love the USMC Kbar!!! Just my thoughts. Semper Fi

[@MikeB-ng3ol]

Marine here. I love the kabar, but I was also given a fixed blade benchmade and it is to this day the knife I've ever owned.

[@williamshaw8106]

Cold Steel OSS..RLTW

[@dyno2007]

I agree with you. For me, a knife must fit my hand securely for what I intend to do with it. It should be strong enough to handle the tasks I've chosen for it. It should also hold an edge well or sharpen easily. Zip ties rule the day in securing equipment. Good stuff, keep 'em coming

[@hondaridgelineenduser5934]

How come people go crazy for fancy battle belts when alice pistol belt and suspenders does the same thing but for cheaper

[@joshuadeanb]

Stabbing, slashing, and chopping -> Cold Steel Marauder.

[@markstasiak6127]

I don't know a lot about knives and was glad to learn some things. Thank you

[@charlesdriggers199]

I am glad to know there are people who carry more than one knife with them. Some say that is overkill, but each has its own job to do. A fixed blade is hard to beat.

[@RKW1138]

"That's not a knife, this is a knife!" Nick Dundee

[@181baddog]

RKW1138 his name was Mick

[@mattmarzula]

Idiot.

[@The10thManRules]

(...puts down controller...) Wait, this can't be right. Fake news? This thing doesn't costs several hundred dollars. How on earth are net ninjas supposed to win knife fights against ISIS and Planet of the Apes with a sub $100 knife? (...picks up controller...)

[@anthonyjohnson5959]

Thank you for sharing!! Love all your videos, always good information!! Stay safe!!

[@matthewsloan1664]

Excellent video, great tips on attaching to gear. Thank you!

[@anchorbait6662]

YOUR KNIFE IS BETTER THEN MY KNIFE!

[@pre_ban_andy]

I'm not a high budget knife collector, so my Glock knife is actually pretty awesome for the price. It's a tough knife.

[@projectileenthusiast1784]

got one as well, works perfectly

[@cfltitan]

You should give a Mora a try sometime! It'll blow you away with its incredible performance for a whopping $15. Incredible knives!

[@cfltitan]

ricardo you can find them on Amazon. I prefer the stainless steel versions. They say you can get a slightly sharper edge on the high carbon version but they rusty like crazy workout proper care. You don't have that issue with stainless.

[@Southernguitar74]

I agree. The Glock knife is a lot of knife for the money.

[@joshgereshenski2552]

I never took any of that into consideration. Thank you. I will definitely take all that you said in this video into consideration during my next knife purchase

[@johnwest4492]

I actually enjoyed your show I'm a new scrubscriber and I know the knife I used in the service but I need and every day fixed blade and you gave me some good ideas. Thank you John West

[@TacticalRifleman]

Glad the video helped. Thanks for watching and thanks for subscribing. Strength and Honor, TR

[@BigAlSparks]

Kinda hard to argue with a guy who has THAT many knives, I'll just assume he knows his shit, and follow along.

[@whomagoose6897]

I have an actual Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife. All the British stamps of royal authority by the maker. Made by the Sheffield Steel Company in Sheffield England. It's a thinner shaped knife that is difficult get a decent grip. The steel on the blade is extremely hard and very difficult to sharpen. Seems best for stabbing, not so much for slicing. The sheath has an elastic band for a retainer instead of a snap loop strap. There are two lengths of leather on the main body of the sheath that appear to be sewn together to make two additional loops. Rather have a larger handle knife like my Kabar. Stamped US Army on the blade, and, an American eagle with US Army on the sheath. The other preferred knife is the Gerber Mark 2. I think it is a better product design the the Fairborn Sykes knife. Just larger so you can get a better grip. That Fairborn-Sykes knife is only for display. An awesome history behind that knife from WW-2, used by the SAS.

[@ColdGrizzly]

actually been shopping for a good fixed blade knife, super helpful video!

[@grumpybuzzard7131]

no nonsense- great review sir

[@blwngt1598]

"A knife is a knife is a knife" is only partially true. Cheap knives come with cheap steel & hasn't been heat treated correctly. If it's dull after cutting up a couple cardboard boxes then throw it away. Do your research or ask someone that knows knives. Steels like 8cr13mov are shit if you actually use your knife or you life might depend on it. Knowing how to *properly* hand sharpen is a must as you won't have your Wicked Edge in your pack with you. And if you aren't great at hand sharpening then get someone to teach you & stay away from steels like M390, CTS204P, 20CV, S90V, etc... as they are not easy to sharpen, though they do stay SHARP longer. As always, you get what you pay for!

[@butttalkyes1741]

karl dont carry shit equipment my guy..

[@FXR_OG]

I love my Cold Steel. Always ALWAYS make sure it’s a true Full Tang with a quality non slip grip and of coarse long enough to punch through tissue, bone and destroy vital organs. I also keep my blades absolutely razor sharp. Roger that

[@Surleyone]

I am just a normal guy. I have been carrying a knife since about age 7. I lived in a rural area & as we would ride by farms the farmers dogs didn't know us & would come out & try to bite us. At this point I decided that if they were going to attack us, I needed to fight back & HURT them! I have carried a knife daily since then. 99% of the time it is a folder, so the AH HA moment came for me in 1972 when I was travelling in Europe I met a young man who had the most AMAZING folding knife I had ever seen. A BUCK 110 folding hunter! I went through Europe carrying a PUMA GREAT WHITE HUNTER, which I still have. In those days you just kept it in your backpack & NO PROBLEM. When I got back home I ordered my 110 which I still have.

[@rafaelmaciel1653]

Been in 2 knife fights my entire life...Chicago out of all places. Both times got cut with zippers for show and tell...and guess what? 15 years of Kali and Escrima work helped a bit and young age saved my ass from a brutal end. But carrying a fully loaded tac vest is a beast in itself adding practice and the choice in effective and appropriate knife carry is everything. He is on the money as far what tool to use in hairy situations. Kudos 👍.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for sharing your experience. Strength and Honor, TR

[@boofingdragon]

Carl is shoe in for the next captian America. Someone call Marvel.