HERE ARE MY TOP 5 DESIGN POINTS FOR A NEW BUSHCRAFT KNIFE

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

thank you for watching i did leave out the 90deg spine..iwonder how many will point that out lol

[@chrishall9208]

I agree the spine needs to be either 90* or made into a 90*. That’s what I look for in knives irregardless of brand! Thanks brother.

[@ShoahBiz]

At least it’s something easy to add to any knife

[@tinamathews3379]

I think that you headed them off at the pass.

[@carltonboles6675]

Meh, 90° spines are about as overrated as Altoid tin kits in my opinion. I feel it's mostly a KZbin survival "expert" thing. I never use the spine of my knife for anything other than maybe a place to rest my thumb or index finger.

[@chrishall9208]

I just like mine for shaving fat wood and or bark. Also I like to have it so I can if needed strike my ferro rod. Among several other uses I can use it for if needed

[@RustyConibear]

Wholeheartedly agree with the point being in line. Horace was a smart fella.

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

yes he was

[@MichaelR58]

Good video Blackie , thanks for sharing , God bless !

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

Thanks, you too!

[@DIZELMADE]

Thanks Blackie. I really appreciate you explaining some of the finer points in a good bushcraft knife. I know what I’m looking for now😊

[@smoothvern165]

You always have great ideas and tips. Excellent channel!!

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

Thanks so much!

[@mrkultra1655]

Thanks Blackie

[@BobSprGa]

Blackie, you showed another very important reason for the lanyard hole but didn't say it out loud.....being able to put bright colored cordage on the knife. Bright cord helps you find it if dropped or to see it before sweeping across the top of a stump where you laid your knife down. I got lucky and had to get a couple of stitches.

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

exactly if its that important it needs orange on it to help locate it

[@maxlutz3674]

Rumor has it this is the reason for Swiss army knives to have red scales. I routinely carry a neodymium magnet. That helps finding the knife without needing stitches. Just be sure to get some distance to the box with the magnet before using a compass.

[@John..18]

So,, that Condor seems to be a perfect knife,, I might just get one of those,, 👍

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

they are a good knife for the money

[@hiramhaji7813]

Great tips

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

Glad you think so!

[@commonsensekaren6508]

I learned a lot from this video. Thank you

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

Glad to hear it!

[@davegoodridge8352]

I generally also look for a Scandi grind blade. Easier to keep sharp out there. Good video

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

Good call!

[@willkillingsworth9736]

I 100% concur. Great video, great insight. Thanks Blackie.

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

Much appreciated

[@outbackowl3040]

Hi Blackie, greeting from Australia 🇦🇺 thank you for your time to make these videos, I would say that comfort and ergonomically fit's the hand , you can have all the features unless it is comfortably you won't use it.

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

i agree if it dont fit the hand i will not carry it far

[@John-wo5bp]

Blackie well now I concur you has valid points I only own 2 morass as fixed blades never had issues with them all performed tasks in camp and carving np🇮🇹 👍🐾🦊🇺🇲

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

thanks for watching

[@John-wo5bp]

@@BLACKIETHOMAS np keep up great content

[@timlacy2284]

Blackie, Great Video and Outstanding Information. Thank You for sharing this Tip and Trick. I Greatly Appreciate You Sharing Your Vast Knowledge on the Bushcrafting.

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

My pleasure!

[@maxlutz3674]

I agree with most of your points. I prefer the tip to be one third of the blade width from the back. It fits the way I grip the knife better. That does not invalidade your point about having the tip aligned with the center line. For drilling holes I usually use my Victorinox anyway.

[@itllkeal]

Thanks

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

Welcome

[@hagman1077]

Hello Blackie- Your 5 points are in keeping with traditional bushcraft. When I was in the Army; I carried a Gerber Prodogy, which I put thru quite the testing and it is one of the best survival/bushcraft knifes Ive ever owned. These days; I carry a Mora Garberg and I have a leather sheath which is very similar to yours. My 5 points: 1. Full Tang 2. Fits comfortable in the hand 3. Drop Point 4. Scandi Grind 5. 90 Degree spine......... Oh, one more thing- a lanyard hole would be nice. Thanks for the advice, Blackie-

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

thanks for watching

[@eriktaylor5704]

Good list. I recently purchased a Joker Ember. It conforms to this list. The only issue is the lack of a crisp spine. The extended pommel has a crisp edge for scraping and will do the job but I plan to take a file to the spine to get an edge for scraping a ferro rod and fat wood.

[@robertkoontz7865]

Good tips, The grind,ie saber. The sharp spine kinda digs into my thumb, though I get it, oh high carbon for striking sparks 🔥W.C.s woodsman grind.

[@fordtractorfanatic4836]

2 other things I look at, 1 how beefy is the handle . Does it fill my hand comfortably, not cause hand cramps and hot spots. 2nd what material is the scales made from. Are the good and grippy. Will the be slick when wet?

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

good point

[@williamsisk2897]

So far my favorite fixed blades for Bushcraft are Kephart inspired.

[@johnpalmer6822]

I have had the bushlore for about ten years now. It has done everything I asked it to do. Great Bushcraft knife for the money.

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

yes it is

[@jeffconley6366]

What do you think of a scandi grind Nessmuk style knife for Bushcraft, General Camp Chores and hunting?

[@jelkel25]

Had the same Enzo Trapper for years but much of the work with wood (to a point) I prefer to do with a Sheffield made Barlow, you get used to being that close to the work and I just like the idea of using something that a frontiersman would use and has stood the test of time.

[@WolfeHD-c8y]

Blackie, Sir. Which steel do you prefer? Ty

[@MrRourk]

It's 2023 where is the GPS Cutting Guide for accuracy? Vibro or Laser Blade? Make it out of Gundanium so it is unbreakable like a Gundam. It needs to be 3d printable as well.

[@southern.pride0]

what did you use to oil your handle? i use boiled linseed and it's noticeably darker than yours

[@Wojtek7060]

Blackie, what materials other than a leather may be used for your DIY knife sheath? That folded pattern. Something cheaper than leather

[@DamienNeverwinter]

Let me, with respect to Blackie, try to answer: What is it that stops you using leather first of all?

[@rancidcrawfish]

Birch bark

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

in the past i have made a poor man sheath from pvc pipe heated then formed to blade / cut trip to fit then cover pvc with heavy canvas or blue jeans

[@DamienNeverwinter]

Only Sir, if it is waterproofness, you just coat that sheath with 'resolene' and you are 100% waterproof.

[@DamienNeverwinter]

@@BLACKIETHOMAS Leather work isn't so hard Blackie. You get an exacto knife and a stencil and carve a stencil out of thick leather. You just cut along a thick metal ruler or a stiff plank to get your line. Next you use a 'stitch marker' to mark out the sewing lines and hammer a pricking iron (looks kinda like a sharp fork) in, to make the sewing holes. Next its a matter of sewing it together by following the holes. Finally there's whacking a little dye on, colored to your taste. Theres videos on youtube showing how it may be done. To finish off use oil or resolene to waterproof the leather. I know nothing about sewing and I have been able to fashion some real nice sheath and axe sheaths. Getting the tools together and having a try is a VERY rewarding experience. Its nothing like sewing cloth because the leather is rigid so it stays in place really easy as you stitch it. Its extremely easy once you did it the first time and got it worked out.

[@kevola5739]

I believe a sharp portion of the spine as opposed to 90 degrees is what most people are trying to communicate.

[@kennethwilson8633]

Whatever one I am carrying at the time…Have fun stay safe.

[@ostekuste3646]

My edc is a Kephart belt knife. My woods carry consists of four cutting tools. Primary utility is the same Kephart. I do NOT process wood with it, as I can build all the fire I want with wood I can pick up. I don’t understand all the batoning. If I do want larger wood I carry a Silky Gomboy saw and a Council Tool Woodcarver hatchet. I can use those two tools to process bigger firewood or build anything I want. I also carry a small SAK for detail work. The belt knife is a general use blade that in a pinch can do most jobs, but why abuse it? Just go prepared.

[@TonyPowers_Dirtbound]

You da man Blackie

[@billharvell6571]

Totally agree. I have been using my PKS Scorpion HD since 2019. With my own leather sheath which meets your specs.

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

thanks for the visit brother

[@howardvarley8795]

Top five points??? How about a sharp enough edge to cut stuff!? Sharp enough spine to scrape stuff?? Exposed pommel for hammering into wood. Light enough to hang around neck. Grippy enough handle so you can hold on to it.

[@jeffrichards5106]

I think you covered all the bases except the 90 degree spine that you amended anyways in your pinned comment. Great video. 👍🔪

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

You are correct thanks for watching

[@BushBass2277]

So a spear point knife?

[@Bucky1836]

🦝

[@itllkeal]

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[@tenminutetokyo2643]

Dood!

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

DUDE!!!

[@Beowulf_98]

I disagree with chopping you baton not chop.

[@johnwyman5939]

Nicely done on showing the 5 points of a bushcraft knife. Dam good points!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🪓🔪👍👍

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

thanks for watching

[@winterfar2814]

I thought you were cutting your nose off in the thumbnail lol…

[@BLACKIETHOMAS]

it might need a little trim lol

[@itllkeal]

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