Habilis Bushtool: Proven Survival Bushcraft Knife - Preparedmind101

[@insidiousengineering]

Got one myself and love it. Decreased the factory bevel from 27 to 24...much better feather sticks and still batons like a beast. Handle is small. I wrapped mine with overwrap in a bottle shape. Now it rocks. Most people that beef about the price are overlooking the JRE leather sheath....easily worth 75 bucks. Great tool!

[@shcmoly]

Nice to see Will's cough has greatly decreased, I wish him good health, and you too Chris.

[@scoutingfreegermany]

I own the Bushtool too and I can second everything you said in the video! Great review. Cheers, Marc

[@michaelstjohn6086]

Funny seeing you on here, I was just about to check out your channel.

[@scoutingfreegermany]

Michael StJohn Haha, the world is a village ;-) Cheers, Marc

[@irekirek123]

great review thanks chris and Will

[@Wingman115]

Great knife I own one it's a solid platform.

[@ironpirite49]

Bought mine 3 years ago and its taken a beating for sure one of the best investments I have made in a tool hands down.

[@corsairnine8170]

Looks like a very well thought out and practical knife :)

[@dilutedrep2864]

You could tape the blade when using it for a bow drill if you have extra tape although it could be annoying have the tape residue left over making it sticky

[@davidrogers182]

Another Excellent Review! Dynamic duo👍🏽 concise and succinct examination of a well thought out tool! Dr David

[@BlackOwlOutdoors]

couldn't you keep the knife in the sheath for the bow drill dugout?

[@toma674]

Great review guys,interesting knife..Will,also a great tip with the ferro rod,you could really see the obvious difference tilting the knife to throw more sparks.

[@onfarm6521]

Chris have you ever used any of Jeff Whites knives?

[@shanelonas4437]

What happened to this manufacturer? I have the set and still love it. Been out of the loop a while. I tried to find their site again and can't get it. Just hoping they are still out their.

[@brr8888]

Love that knife, someday I'll get one

[@rios4175]

Nice review

[@Zach-cg7dw]

Hey Chris , I was at LL Bean yesterday and saw an axe / saw combo made by Zippo . Maybe you could check it out ?

[@dawnbenoit1541]

HAVE YOU GUYS EVER TESTED A HAND HELD CHAIN SAW?

[@nevillesavage2012]

Hello. Im a big fan of all your reviews and I had a question. In this video with the Bushtool I belive it was said that the knife in the video was a 1/4in version. Are their versions of that blade thickness available for sale? Ive been looking but no success. I appreciate any response :) have a great day

[@michaelhodges8312]

Is that a 30 degree bevel on one side from the flat ground?

[@RollsRoyce1954]

How much and how do I purchase one of these blades.

[@fast_life441]

What is the overall weight of the knife.the 3/8 and 1/4 in thickness.i can't find where to get a 1/4 model.would greatly appreciate any reply.thank

[@baconlover7747]

so it's specialty is being used as a fire starting/wood processing tool?

[@slayerofzombies90]

I love my bushtool bought it last year and have beaten the tar out of mine and it has held up fantastic only regret was that I got the kydex sheath instead of the leather sheath nothing to terribly wrong with it other than the retention isn't to great

[@GungHo1032]

I love my Habilis Bushtool. So much so that I bought another one with a gun stock handle. - I also just ordered a Habilis Nessmuk. - Gung-Ho Desert Sunrise review coming soon.

[@brentday5953]

Hey man where can I find the habilis bush tool alpha rig

[@leomelendez5537]

What was that noise in 2:49??

[@THENEWWRANGLER]

I received mine in the mail the other day I have to say it is awesome life I'm not very impressed with the multi carry leather sheath that I ordered with it there seems to be an excessive amount of play in the sheath it does not have any retention whatsoever it does not even seem to fit the blade properly I am wondering if perhaps the sheath i got is for a bigger knife by mistake there is so much rise in the blade inside the sheath that it actually slips up high enough that the blade touches the retention strap and cuts into it do you have a similar issue with your sheath? Is this a common problem or is my problem unique?

[@odellterrell4271]

I like the hat. Where'd he get it?

[@ksmith6wm6]

Great review! The Tom Brown Tracker was mentioned earlier in the video, so now I'm curious to see a comparison or hear your thoughts on it.

[@preparedmind101]

I don't get the Tracker.

[@ksmith6wm6]

PREPAREDMIND101 yeah, some people really love it...some hate it. I kinda think it's trying to do too much, but it is interesting. I've never used one so I can't say if it is actually worth anything. Thanks for your input.

[@casius00]

ksmith68wm6 I own one and have used it for a long time. If it was the only tool I had in the bush I would not complain, I can do anything I need. That said, if I was planning a scout I would take my wetterlings axe, Bacho Laplander and a mora or something similar in size. The Tracker really is a personal thing. Sort of like Marmite LOL you either love it or hate it.

[@toddklekotka3340]

Great video! Since I have had my Schf9 I have become pretty good at making feather sticks and batoning with it. Still sharp as it came out of the box. Any chance for the review of the f9n anytime soon? Thanks, and as always, stay safe...

[@preparedmind101]

Part 2 is coming now that I'm figuring out Imovie. Its already shot.

[@cattafin]

Hey PM101, a while back I kinda blasted you for some really stupid reasons (bad day) I'm sure you don't even remember it but just wanted to apologize and say after watching more videos that I get it now and really enjoy your style of review and and informative presentation. I think I saw one video before and thought you were a know it all wannabe. I subbed and have a lot of vids to watch. Peace Chris!

[@Fracktal2008]

this knife it' differently of other knifes, i'm don't understand in your movie beaucause i'm french,but it's an good knifes for you ?

[@cossdaddy]

what a cool blade, gotta get one when i save enough lol

[@futuresonex]

While I don't have a Habilis Bushtool, I do have a Pathfinder Trade Knife made by Habilis that I like a lot. My only complaint was the secondary bevel, but, you know me, I like a true Scandi. Still, it's a minor thing, and the micro bevel is already gone on mine anyway. I've also been thinking really hard about getting a Habilis SRT when funds allow. That looks like an awesome tool! (Debating between that and a Tops Tahoma Field Knife. It's a hard choice, but there's really no wrong answer either way!)

[@michaelstjohn6086]

SRT is on my mind.

[@futuresonex]

Michael StJohn It is a pretty awesome knife! I'm just having trouble deciding between that and the Tops Tahoma Field Knife. I think that the TFK has a better design overall, but that deep finger choil and the Scandi grind of the SRT are both big pluses in my book. The SRT looks like it might be a better chopper too. Decisions, decisions....

[@vincentflauto7650]

I wish I could hang out with u guys and learn!

[@TechOutsider]

Who fell at 2:50? Someone in the background Arg'd .. Thanks for another good review.

[@preparedmind101]

Wills kid.

[@toma674]

PREPAREDMIND101 Lol,I thought a green fly took a bite out of you.

[@kennethdewaegenaere9664]

was this the 3/16 or the 1/8" version??

[@slowtaknow]

i agree with mantis outdoors. you need the sheath when using the bow drill divet

[@grahambrown1480]

what happened in the background at 2:48

[@camerong3758]

at 3 minutes did you fall or something?

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

I've always liked this knife but am holding out for the ever elusive Crotalus that was supposed to hit the streets in April. UHG!

[@jdssurf]

Your buddy kinda doesn't like to be interrupted. Your right about the sheath while using a bow drill. I'm sure it would rest just fine on your shin with the sheath on, even if the little magic accidental shin slot your buddy is obsessed with wasn't exposed lol.

[@ryanhojun]

Why is it so expensive?

[@StevanOutdoor]

With the chest level you are using your back muscles. Not chest muscles. It looks like a hollow grind to me.

[@vgrebel1]

lol .. ok im srry , but at 2,50 did you get attacked by the lawnmowerman in background ? lol srry was funny

[@knifesharpeningnorway]

i like the design only thing i have something against is the so cald pseudo scandi... it isnt a scandi its a way to low saber as it got a secondary bevel. nothing one cant fix on the work sharp blade grinding attachment or stones, either comvert to true zero grind scandi or move the bevel twice as high and convex it :-) just my taste and opinion but good damn design and review brothers :-)

[@daimon68]

I'm going to have to agree with the comments made about having the sheath on while using the knife as a bearing block. I cant think of a better way to greatly increase your chances of a serious cut than to bear down on a spindle with an unsheathed knife in one hand and vigorously pass the other just underneath it with a high likelihood of the spindle randomly popping out. Just say no to bearing blocks with sharp steel protruding from the end. You'll take your eye out kid!

[@brutalbrital]

i have to admit I really like this bush tool but bought the BOB instead

[@michaelstjohn6086]

Me too! Don't regret it though it rocks.

[@jozy5154]

if you don't like the knife don't comment about it. if its to expensive by a different knife. or save some money. that knife will always be there. these knives are worth it. they last forever. I like it. maybe somewhere down the road I'll buy it. until then I'll buy other knives wooooooooo

[@michaelyahuwah569]

the guy has a right to give opinion be honest i like to hear all comments not just the kiss azzez

[@Nigriff]

When you have the knife in the sheath, you can still access the bow-drill recess. Practice safe bushcraft

[@dalrolaalorlad6521]

I like preparedmind 101 though

[@slowtaknow]

safety is key out in the woods when a phone call isn't possible.

[@MDKDAF]

Was actually commenting on using the sheath while using the knife as a bearing block for a bow drill when you commented on using the sheath! Glad you mentioned that!!! Too bad Will ignored you and continued talking about how likely you are to cut yourself...

[@TripleAAA53]

Been DROOLING over this piece since it arrived on the market. It's been BUSHTOOL on the BRAIN-ITIS !! Please do a review on BIC razors NEXT ....I need a FINANCIAL BREAK !! Bought the TAHOMA..Schrades...AND FLASHLIGHTS.. you've recommended !! A TRUE SVENGALI among knife reviewers !! Thx Chris !!!!!!

[@dwightehowell6062]

A super strong, super durable knife. Problem is the price is ludicrous. Yeah I know your ultra expensive knife is a dozen times better than my favorite and I could buy a dozen of my favorite for what one one of yours cost. I also prefer to avoid the one tool option. 5 tools or more is my reply to the one tool option.

[@preparedmind101]

OK... No one knife is for everyone. It would be silly to think it world be.

[@daimon68]

And I am anxiously awaiting "delshaydevera's" video called: "A Douchebags guide to video presentation". Given his vast experience and knowledge of the subject. Keep up the good work guys. It takes courage to put yourself in front of a camera for everyones scrutiny no doubt.

[@dawnbenoit1541]

THEY USE TO USE A DRAWING KNIFE FOR BUILDING LOG CABIN HOMES

[@DinnerForkTongue]

2:50 dafuq Was that you, Chris?

[@THENEWWRANGLER]

$224 if i Buy hit here in Canada...

[@randycisneros4111]

The knife is to over priced and to gimmicky for me. My Becker BK7 and my Victorinox ranger in the Becker BK7 stock sheath pouch works for my outdoor needs.

[@littlewoody5539]

Good presentation but personally I do not like the knife.

[@WilliamMyersmantisoutdoors]

its not for everyone

[@michaelstjohn6086]

William Myers MantisOutdoors Looks real close to a one tool option. Would you agree?

[@dalrolaalorlad6521]

I'm not a fan of this guy.

[@walkerprescott393]

what, you don't like Blues Traveler giving you advice? yeah uhhhhhh why you wanna give me the run-around............

[@insidiousengineering]

Got one myself and love it. Decreased the factory bevel from 27 to 24...much better feather sticks and still batons like a beast. Handle is small. I wrapped mine with overwrap in a bottle shape. Now it rocks. Most people that beef about the price are overlooking the JRE leather sheath....easily worth 75 bucks. Great tool!

[@michaelstjohn6086]

Yeah, I was thinking that myself. People have bought so many "Walmart" knives they don't understand real leather.