HOW TO CARRY A KNIFE | Pt. 1 EDC Blade Tips & Tricks

[@MTMILITIAMAN7.62]

I carried a CRKT M21 for years and thought it was good to go. I used the knife extensively and found opening and employing it to be quick and fluid. Then I watched some videos that got me thinking. If you are using a knife for self defense, you are at grappling range, like a fight inside a bathroom stall or an elevator. If it is defense, you are reacting, so your assailant likely already has a weapon. So I had a friend grapple with me with a plastic spoon in one hand as I tried to keep from get hit by the spoon as I drew my pocket knife. I couldn't do it. As fast and intuitive as I thought that knife was, as comfortable as I was with it, I could not get it out of my pocket and open while in contact with someone who was trying to "kill" me. I switched to a small fixed blade. Right now my current favorite is the TOPS HOG 4.5. A fixed blade is just so much faster to get into the fight. "Self defense folder" or " tactical folder" is an oxymoron. Springs and hinges wear. They fill with pocket lint, keys, and debris. If you think you're going to be able to catch a little flipper or something, while someone is actively trying to kill you, you're probably wrong. Trying to move a folder around in your hand, do your little wrist roll or whatever you need to do to get the inertia to open the blade is going to be nearly impossible. Fumbling with a little safety switch or trying to find a button while simultaneously preventing yourself from being stabbed or shot means you're probably going to look stupid, then die. Your opponent is not going to allow you to do any of that shit. With a fixed blade, you don't have to. Caveman grip that handle, rip it from the sheath, and keep the front towards the enemy is all you need to do. No springs, hinges, buttons, levers, or switches. No rolly-wrist thingy or flicky do-dad you need to remember. If you're carrying a knife for self defense, and I think you should, it needs to be a fixed blade, and it needs to be where you can reach it, under duress, while trying not to die.

[@TATE-d6z]

Really appreciate all your time and effort to help us with edc my friend. People need these skills more than ever

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks for noticing

[@MrChamberlaindavidd]

Been carrying a knife daily since I was 12. So 20+ years. Even my school years allowed knife carry. For years it was a pocket knife typically waved clipped in pocket or a swing blade in my jean coin pocket. About 10 years ago I switched to a 1-7 Blackjack on my right hip 95% of the time combined with a 3.5 inch bark River fixed blade horizontally at about 11oclock 100% of the time. But I'm a small town country boy and my state allows open carry of any knife and concealed carry of any knife under 3.5 inch. Never had any issues🤷‍♂️ and couldn't imagine not carrying a knife at all times. Always have as have my grandfather and father. It's tradition in a way.

[@BoneTactical]

I hope you get a chance to get a top-tier high-quality blade one day my friend

[@OutlawCaliber13]

Same for me. Southern boy here. Grandfather did it, dad did. I've been carrying a knife for years for everything from work to self defense. Right now I carry a Old Timer Sharpfinger, but thinking of grabbing a Holtzman's Gorilla Survival. I like the small blade, and the holster. I got away from folders years ago. Had a couple fold up on me, and lost the side of a finger once. lol

[@MrChamberlaindavidd]

@@BoneTactical While I'm always on the look out for new knives. I've owned knives of every price point from many many makers over the years and an currently very happy with the quality of my BRKT blades. They are as highly functional as they are beautiful.

[@MrChamberlaindavidd]

@@OutlawCaliber13 The sharp finger was my first fixed blade. Handy little guy. I stopped carrying folders after a similar accident cost me part of the bone in the joint of my thumb. Only fixed blades from here out.

[@OutlawCaliber13]

@@MrChamberlaindavidd Right. After that last one, I've never handled a folder for anything serious, and only carry fixed blades. Too much risk of failure in a time of need.

[@brianbigtop]

Killer video Brother! The basics is what I needed to see. Never had a Dad or big brother who would teach me any of this crucial info. And I do know that learning weaponry & self-defense from movies or the idiot-box is a lesson in futility. Even with that being said, I’ve always liked carrying a blade. Now with my NW hometown city in shambles & crime-ridden, I’m constantly alert & always aware of my surroundings. At this point, I don’t believe it’s a matter of “if” I’ll need to use self-defense skills to protect myself, but “when” I’ll need to use them. Saying all that, to say that your videos are like gold to me and every bit of info I collect from them is priceless. I believe one day they will help me save my life or property and/or someone’s life that I care about. Keep ‘em coming! Much gratitude for sharing your professional experience & invaluable knowledge. Whatever it’s worth… you’ve gained a friend in me & a supporter for life! Stay Strong Live Long & Rock On!

[@BoneTactical]

The is for watching my friend and your feedback is much appreciated. Glad to be able to help!

[@randyclark7540]

I was glad to see someone finally speak the plain truth about caring a knife. I to am not a fan of folding knives. I have carried a knife for over 40 years. And in that time I have experimented with many different types and styles. And I always come back to fixed blade. Looking forward to your up coming videos.

[@BoneTactical]

Thank you for your feedback and support

[@Khoros-Mythos]

Listen to this man, he knows what he's talking about. I've been telling people for years, folding knives are NOT for defense. Even well made folders can fold unintentionally if only a moderate amount of pressure is applied to the back. Trust me, I have the scars to prove it. Plus, you generally cannot have a double edge on a folder. For defense nothing beats a fixed blade; grab, pull, ready. And as he said, fixed blades aren't actually that hard to carry. Even in a tank top I carry a medium sized fixed blade and people are none the wiser because the handle is the same thickness as the blade. Keep up the good work brother!

[@christopherm903]

Keep in mind that its very difficult to have a frame lock fail on you as you grip the knife. The grip in itself prevents the lock from failing. I wont say 100% of the time, because everyone knows that nothing is 100%. But yes, everyone should know that fixed blades are always stronger and there are no moving parts to fail. A lot of municipalities prevent the carrying concealed fixed blades, not to mention a double sided blade. A happy compromise is the modern folding knife. Many of which can be brought into action just as fast as a fixed blade, even with diminishing fine motor skills. As with anything, practice does indeed make perfect.

[@ambulldog111]

Yeah obviously you're not very seasoned with a folding knife and should probably stick to fix blades

[@BoneTactical]

🙏🏻

[@MB-jg4tr]

Tri-Ad lock or compression lock isn't going to fail.

[@BoneTactical]

@@MB-jg4tr 🤣

[@danielalamo2075]

Awesome video! I have never been in a self defense situation where I needed a weapon during a flight or fight response. That being said, I have been around livestock all of my life. Hay bales have been tied with twine here for over 30 years. So getting a knife out and open, cutting the bales open, getting the knife folded up and put back into a pocket and then grabbing a pitchfork to feed the bale all while 60 head of cows are pushing, shoving and kicking is quite a dance. No they are not trying to kill me but it keeps your senses in tune. I like something with about a 4" blade so when I drop it, and I have have, it is easier to find later. I have a Benchmade knife with a type of rubber grip that is orange. I bought specifically for those features. It didn't help. Rubber grip makes it difficult to get back in smoothly and it caught my flannel shirt. I knew this but I had to move. Next bale it was gone. I routinely carry 3 knives. I had to use my Buck knife from my belt holster which is harder to open and has to be snapped in but it works. And despite being orange I couldn't find my Benchmade that day. I did find it 2 weeks later by the sun glistening off the rubbed shinny clip. It was barely visible but I got it back. But under the pressure I have I guess I lose some fine motor skills especially when hands are freezing cold. I hope that I never need to use a tool, or weapon, in self defense but should I need to, I hope my daily use helps me with some type of muscle memory to get it out quickly and smoothly. Thank you for your insight. The more aware I get, the world seems to be a scarier place.

[@BoneTactical]

Neck knife might work well for you. Discussed in vid 2.

[@w3w3w3]

tawkwando is great tbh... legs are more powerful than arms and create distance also... i used it as a kid lol 1 kick to the head was all that was needed for a fight to be over lol (i was also the best in the south of UK for my age and won my first ever competition) 👍 i dislike fighting and will always try to walk away lol.

[@therealdomesticatedsavage724]

I’m 6’ 275lbs and have been training most of my life BUT something tells me I wouldn’t want to run into this dude in a dark alley! Great vid brother

[@BoneTactical]

👊🏼💪🏻🤙🏼

[@granitejeepc3651]

Finally someone that knows how real knife weapons work. I been carrying fixed blades concealed since early 1990s I carry them as in 2 or 3 in case I need to cut a living thing. I use my utility broken knife which will be only knife you'll ever see aka folder to open boxes.

[@darque1860]

Dude, how the fuq are u not at 1 mill subscribers?? You have awsome content, awsome weapons and gear, and you have a very unique story, that I admire. I'm also a huge fan of the blade, and carry multiple knives every day. I train self defense, wing Chun, kempo, jujitsu, as well as firearms training also. I'm not what i would consider a expert, but I can hold my own. Keep safe, do what u do, and know u are respected, if anything, by me. Not that it makes much of a difference, but I'm a fan. ✌ brother.

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks for your feedback and support. We’ll be there soon 👊🏼

[@dougboal7620]

As a retired LEO, one issue that is very rarely addressed is when the knife can actually be used for self defense. All my years of serving on the PD common day simple assaults were very common. But armed assaults with bladed weapons were definitely not as often. Another factor is what type of assault occured. If it was a simple assault, unarmed, then using deadly force would probably not be warranted. But if it progresses to possible serious injuries or even deadly, then the force might be warranted. My point is to use a knife, for self protection, will probably be a rare occasion. For my usage, i carry a 1980's lock back SOG folder, 3.5 inch blade and 4.5 inch body allowing the steel ends to extend far enough to be used for blunt force striking. That is why It is heavy with a thick rubberized handle, stainless steel body and thick blade. A flick is used to deploy the blade. I carried it on duty for over 30 years and still do as a civilian. The condition is still like new. When i carry it, in a safe and secure environment, it is in my front pocket. But in questionable locations, i hold it in my strong hand blade closed to be used if the situation requires. This manner of carry causes no hinderance. But if things go south i am able to quickly snap open the blade being i am holding it. Something to remember when carrying a knife for self defense, don't let the misuse of it, turn into a lifetime of misery for you.

[@BoneTactical]

Thank you for your very well thought out and nicely composed comment.

[@TripleAAA53]

Informative AND educational as usual !! Thanks Bone !!

[@BoneTactical]

Thank you my friend

[@craykard8325]

You have a very KISS method. You are like a modern day Fairbairn, dude. I have also personally felt that folders are more utility than defense. Also tactical folding knife does seem like a marketing term. Definitely need more men and women like you teaching this stuff to fighting men in and out of uniform.

[@johna6291]

Certainly legitimate points about folding vs fixed knives in terms of tactical operation. But I remember seeing a police display at a knife show that showcased the knives used in violent crimes, and most of them were folders... and very cheap ones too. Most of them were beaten to hell and back. It made me think about the sad fact that humans are very vulnerable creatures to a sharp pointed edge.. or even something rounded and tapered, like a screwdriver... A very thought provoking video and well said. Thank you!

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks for your feedback 👊🏼

[@scottwilliams8334]

I saw a guy killed with a Phillips screwdriver. Before he took it to the body he blocked one with his arm and it ripped it open. Maybe even broke the bone. Screwdrivers are wicked weapons.

[@pskemster]

Great analogy. Much appreciated.

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks for watching

[@jeffgarrard5375]

Great content, please do more knife stuff please!

[@BoneTactical]

Wiring in a ton more and have quite a bit here on the channel!

[@cmoore7780]

Retired military and I agree with you . Fixed blades are where it’s at for self defense. Actually I carry a winkler tomahawk on my plate carrier. IF I needed it AND I lost my secondary (which is 226navy) Been tuned into your shit for years brother. I know your story and history. Stay Safe My Friend

[@BoneTactical]

Thank you my friend. Winkler makes some decent stuff, and before I came onto the scene I’d say his hawks could have even been considered the best… but that was a long time ago now brother. I hope you get a chance to see the bone tactical difference one day, and see why we’re now known for the worlds strongest and sharpest tomahawks 💪🏻

[@adonikam1]

Good video I subscribed. Glad I found your channel.

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks for your feedback and support

[@TripleAAA53]

PLEASE keep the vids coming about blade action !!!

[@BoneTactical]

Will do friend. Thank you

[@MrVuicho]

Do gym wear next Bone, please. I always have problems carrying my dagger on gym clothes and it is in the way when I work out. Recently I am in high threat mode so I go everywhere armed, but I cannot conceal a CZ 75 BD in the gym let alone train so a knife is a good option. Thanks for another video based on reality of combat brother!

[@DeezyP]

Look into the PHLster Enigma. Thats what I wear to the gym.

[@BoneTactical]

Gymwear is the next episode! I also a video called “beast mode edc” on hun wear and a shooting training video on gym wear already up here on the channel

[@blainestevens6701]

Depending on handle and blade length, I’d look into Ult Clips. They work well with any Kydex sheath and depending on which one you got, they can pivot with little fuss. Allows you to carry inside the waistband of the like comfortably, and they can work with gun holsters, too.

[@TheSpiritualCamp]

@@blainestevens6701 YES ! Ulticlips are AWESOME ! For knives and guns on the go, especially when you're changing clothes often (and ESPECIALLY without belts) !

[@frankypickens7607]

Get an izula and the factory clip works well for iwb carry at about 4 or 5 oclock

[@Strawman333]

You hit on some great points. No pun intended.

[@BoneTactical]

🤣👊🏼💪🏻🙌🏻

[@prk2a918]

This vid changed my view on knives. I’m gonna try and carry two knives now. A folder and fixed blade. Idk how many times I’ve needed a knife and forgot it. That’s the most frustrating thing.

[@Supermanrs]

I have always been a fixed blade guy. Never saw the point of folding knives. One of my current favorite knives is a crkt minimalist Bowie which I have attached to my keys. I also usually carry another small fixed blade on my belt as well. Because I am a firm believer in the mindset of having one knife for defense and one for EDC chores.

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks for your feedback my friend I hope you the chance to get a quality blade one day!

[@jorgefernandez6407]

Looking forward to seeing videos on ALL of the subjects that you mentioned

[@BoneTactical]

Thank you I will keep them coming! Make sure to check out the different playlist the group all of the videos together by category

[@-ius-6502]

Love the ZT!!! I am so into blades.. i prefer assisted opens and flippers, and of course full tang blades- the harpoon blade looks sweet

[@michaelweymouth4015]

Truly thank you. I was just suggested to your channel and subscribed. I watched Doug from forged in fire and bought some 5.11 folding karambits and added my large zip ties to assist open, and got a Gerber Prodigy for my plate carrier. Just from part one I see the need to upgrade. I guess we all have to start somewhere. You kept it real. And I appreciate that. I felt ignorant, but I can fix that. The knowledge of truth makes you free, and you have assisted me to feel freer and better informed. Thanks again Brother. Looking for that El Sicario shirt, but can’t find that brand? 😎

[@BoneTactical]

Oh man I’m so sorry you didn’t find my channel sooner. It’s unfortunate to hear about the poor quality Gear but I’m glad you’re here now! The brand of the shirt is bone tactical

[@JensenAzotea]

I love using karmbit/hawksbills for utility tasks so convenient for zip ties and those packaging straps.. but of course I have to carry a second blade that doesn’t get used

[@BoneTactical]

👊🏼💪🏻🤙🏼

[@ALauFirearmsTraining]

Great points!

[@Vesigoth]

Excellent video. Subbed!

[@BoneTactical]

Welcome to the channel and thank you

[@jorgefernandez6407]

Great video. Subscribed!

[@BoneTactical]

Glad to have earned your subscription friend

[@tacticalceo685]

Great video just keep them coming please .

[@BoneTactical]

Will do thank you

[@MyThinktwice]

Greg what about an updated video torture testing your knives and tools! Also what steel are your knives?

[@paulom1315]

May you be 🙌Greg thanks for all you do.

[@BoneTactical]

God bless

[@markedeloy]

Great video. Thank you for these. I’ve been a blade guy for about twenty years. Spot on sir. Spot on. Looking forward to the 2nd and third videos. Agree, The Emerson openers are handy but not for SD. Button openers like the Benchmade AFO, which I’ve carried for years are another mythic SD knife. Id love to see someone try and get it UN clipped and press that button while a 250lb guy is trying to ram his elbow into your eye socket. Have a good one. I subbed.

[@BoneTactical]

The second video is here on the channel definitely check it out you’re gonna love it and thanks for your feedback

[@coriebellblackdiamondcomba9787]

Outstanding work Greg Details keep it up brother and yes you are helping the lot of people My personal thanks

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks my friend

[@raskko6665]

I have a really good question 🤔 bullet Proof vest for a felon ??? Is there any loop hole around that.

[@BoneTactical]

Of course. The possibilities are limitless young man

[@w3w3w3]

cool video bro 💪

[@portroyal8126]

I carry a Victor knife it's never failed me for a few years now.. my last one chipped on bones the last time I stabbed with it . but the victor can shave with the sharpness... I agree with what you have said very true. and the reason I carry 2 knives....

[@BoneTactical]

I hope you get a chance to get a quality blade one day my friend 👊🏼

[@777tjohn]

Great info Bone! 🤙

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks friend

[@edctvbytommyviola9119]

Freakin great channel

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks buddy

[@unnaturalselection8330]

I always make my gf or wife walk on my left side so they aren't entangling my knife arm if things were to kick off for some reason. Better to train them long before any problems.

[@BoneTactical]

Mine usually Carries a claymore while I carry the detonator

[@unnaturalselection8330]

@@BoneTactical That's a dedicated woman you got there 👍

[@GCasey]

Great new video! I’m always looking for tips on this subject. Btw, that Kagotana you sent me is amazing! That beautiful cloth you wrapped it in was a nice touch. My wife saw it and took it, lol. True story, about fine motor skills in a stressful situation. A while back a teenager in DC pulled a knife on my wife in an attempt to steal her car. She hadn’t made inside her car yet so pulled out her pepper spray. It did work but she said it was harder than she thought to work the button with the twist cap safety in place. Her fine motor skills failed. Fortunately she did get the spray in his general direction, but fumbled at first. I’m looking forward to part 2 of this video series. You asked what we’d like to see more of. I would like to see a video in how to use a knife in self defense.

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks brother. Thanks for your feedback, business, and support much appreciated

[@GCasey]

@@BoneTactical No problem Greg. You know I mentioned to you in a previous email I collect unique knives, and things. The collection gets more interesting with BT knives. My friends are impressed. Im replying to you so that others who are on the fence can make a decision. Otherwise I’m just preaching to the choir so to speak. Of course I have most of the bonebreaker collection and I’m working on the shirts which by the way look great on me. I’m starting to eyeball that knife you started with in this video. It’s almost like a mini bayonet. You were able to completely cover it with the El Sicario shirt even when worn OWB. I never considered wearing a fixed blade until I started with the CANK. They looked too big for edc until I bought one. Prior to that I always carried a Spyderco or OTF. When holding a BT knife it just feels like a weapon, something that could save my life if SHTF. Also, I never realized that it’s easier for me to conceal carry the CANK than to hide a clip on “tactical folder.” The difference is the thickness. The folder is more 2x as thick as a BT fixed blade even with the sheath. This difference makes fixed blade more comfortable especially for a bigger guy like me. People will realize this if they’d just buy one already. Get a knife and a Sicario shirt. It’ll all make sense after that. You probably don’t know that I also have two more shirts on their way, scheduled delivery on Monday. I’m collecting all the shirt and long sleeve versions. Then I’m set for any season. To anyone out there who doubts BT just look at all the free videos that Greg puts out. You get more than a knife, edc item or shirt when buying from BT. Be careful though, cause once you buy something from BT you’ll want more. A side note…I’m not an employee of, nor am I compensated by BT in any way. I just appreciate a business owner who develops/builds superior products. This guy is so confident that he knows he makes the “best” edc/self defense/hard-use knives in the world. Who else do you know who does that? Then he backs up his products with free educational videos. You know what I mean otherwise you wouldn’t be watching his KZbin channel. I officially retire from military service at end of April. I’ve been around and know the difference between the promised “mil-spec” quality that other knife brands boast. I have a lot of those. They are in a moving box somewhere in my basement. Most are cheaply made mass produced items that aren’t what is really meant by “mil-spec.” The solid knives and gear that BT sells are what I consider “mil-spec.” Come on take a chance start with a CANK, bone breaker or Kogatana just to get your feet wet. You’ll all see what I’m talking about then. If you order the CANK I recommend getting the leather sheath too. I covered it, soaked in Hubbards shoe grease over night before using it. It feels like a soft catcher’s glove now and fits nicely when I wear the CANK scout carry on my belt. I’m going to sleep now, got a 0430 wake up.

[@ardiyoga1114]

What about belt knife,is it effective for self defense?

[@BoneTactical]

Thank you for your question we discuss the answer in great detail in this video series

[@oscarlamonte3148]

First time watching you, thanks! I agree, I carry a work folder SOG XR , a Fred Perrin dagger Neck knife and a punch or push dagger from either Tops or a Bastinelli Harpy. I mix it up a little but usually have 3 on me when I leave the house. I can handle myself without withdrawal of a blade but would rather have them than not! I never really understood the printing problem? Nice blades, I would definitely carry both of the fixed blades you have THANKS!!💪👍

[@BoneTactical]

Yeah Fred makes some good Knives as does bastien. Sogs are garbage though. Spyderco makes some decent Perrin designs like the street Bowie for example if you want something cheap

[@TheSpiritualCamp]

I've been carrying a self-defense knife for years and everything you're saying is SPOT ON ! Can't wait to get my hands on more of your knives. However, just one thing : have you ever tried the Fox Knives using the "Emerson Wave" patented opening system ? (like the Fox 479 Karambit) Basically, they always open (if they're carried properly), so it's almost the same benefits as a fixed blade knife but as a folder. I did more than 1000 draws with it (including under stress) and it never failed. I'm curious to know what you think about those, seems like a good alternative (even though a fixed blade Karambit like yours would be better for the efficiency part, maybe not the ease of cary part).

[@BoneTactical]

Yes of course. Talked about it in the video, same bad idea as the “snaggletooth”. Thanks for your feedback and support

[@TheSpiritualCamp]

@@BoneTactical But why is it the same bad idea ? It worked consistently when I tried it. Which cannot be said about the "snaggletooth". Seems like the design is just better...

[@MB-jg4tr]

@@TheSpiritualCamp he's just trying to SELL his and make $

[@Scott-gt6od]

Your backpack 🎒 has been great Thank U

[@BoneTactical]

It’s great indeed. Thanks for your feedback and support

[@Kylecombes4]

You could include your thoughts on knives used more for utility than defense. Aka Multi tools & razor blades.

[@BoneTactical]

I don’t share on what I don’t know my friend… so I can’t speak on carrying a razor knife or utility tool

[@shortyxmoshpigx5488]

why dont you utilize the benefits of kydex as a material when designing the sheath for the big fixed blade?

[@BoneTactical]

In actuality my young friend, the utilization of thermoplastic benefits supersedes your understanding in this particular case. It’s not kydex and the sheath in question incorporates features you’re as of yet unfamiliar with. You can however, get ahead of the curve and educate yourself at www.Bonetactical.com 🤯

[@shortyxmoshpigx5488]

@@BoneTactical oh how i wish i was young... okay. other thermoplastic, probably boltaron. but why use a strap instead of building some retention into the thermoplastic? i see the point in using an additional strap to make it jump proof, but the strap exclusively?

[@BoneTactical]

@@shortyxmoshpigx5488 i was trying to give you the benefit of the doubt… it’s not exclusive, of course it has dual retention and of course the strap is to make it jumpable .

[@pskemster]

As far as future videos, instruction videos would be very welcome! Thanks

[@BoneTactical]

Thank you

[@freedomfamily1358]

There are straps that tops knives make that go onto the kydex sheaths that enable you to carry like the c.u.t. 2.0 (on the waste band)

[@BoneTactical]

While that could be a decent carry option it’s still a sub par knife

[@torygyberg8837]

Good stuff! I pretty much wrote off folders

[@BoneTactical]

Good call

[@Ayahu666]

great video bro,u should check cold steel kobun, very easy to hide , with clip like one on your karambit ,if handle is to small for u u can wrap it with paracorde

[@BoneTactical]

Terrible knife design

[@macthesmac]

I love knives that flip on retrieval

[@BoneTactical]

😬😢

[@DeezyP]

What about the Emerson wave and its copies, especially Cold Steel? Extremely easy to deploy a folding knife as you're withdrawaling it from your pocket.

[@BoneTactical]

Yes terrible design and idea as discussed in video

[@DelYourself]

@@BoneTactical Unfortunately you didn't discuss anything. You just mentioned it, but didn't back it up by any evidence or even an explanation. And as far as the video goes your opinion is based on some kind of 'snaggletooth', which is not Emerson nor Frank patented. And yes - it does make a difference and people in the comments (including me) want to know if you actually have any real experience with Fox/Emerson/Spyderco knives with wave features. Are you saying that Fox 599 and 591 opening systems are terrible? If so - why?

[@BoneTactical]

@@DelYourself yes. I explained it, in detail, in the video. Thanks for watching.

[@lukegodbold6696]

I have an Emerson. I would stay away from that from a self defense perspective as it still doesn't open 100% of the time. If your only option is a folding knife, I would get a simple spring assisted flipper tab. Very easy to open. Again, a fixed blade will still be your best option; though i disagree with Bone Tactical on the karambit style blade unless you have a lot of training.

[@MB-jg4tr]

@@DelYourself boner just trying to sell you his overpriced stuff

[@ambulldog111]

What's up brother, I get it... I totally get it, of course you don't recommend a folding knife, as Bone tactical doesn't sell folding knives.. Unfortunately I have to disagree... first ...the most effective self-defense tool is the one youll carry.. for a lot of dust that is a folding knife.... the folding knives out today are extremely strong dependable quick deploying... a good Out The Front Knife is extremely dependable , fast and because of the mechanism it can be double-edged.. Personally I carry a folding knife, quite often I am in gang-infested , sketchy areas, and when I am there I have a cold steel xL Espada.... there are a few reason why I carry a folding knife.. one because I'm an ex-felon it cannot legally carry a gun, 2.. I don't call the cops so I don't rely on them to protect me, 3. Because I live in California, and California law is any fixed blade no matter the size cannot be concealed, and any folding knife regardless of size can be concealed... you love you videos I've been here from the start

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks buddy, I’m glad you at least have a knife. I hope you don’t ever come across anyone who has a good knife though! Good luck 🙏🏻

[@mbeenz]

Many Thanks

[@BoneTactical]

You’re welcome 😘

[@dennishein2812]

Been carrying a knife since I was 9 daily. When I was 7 my dad gave me a knife after he taught me to sharpen knives but he only let me carry on weekends. I still carry knives along with my concealed carry. I am 66 and in a wheelchair. I prefer fixed blades and I love knives wit the finger hole at the pommel. I also carry a neck knife and have a heavy folder on my chair.

[@BoneTactical]

Awesome! Thanks for the feedback I love hearing cool stories like yours 👊🏼 Stay strong brother

[@chriskeating5926]

Always carry some kind of knife and a handkerchief...good video series BONE 👍 CHEERS 🍻

[@BoneTactical]

👊🏼💪🏻🤙🏼

[@libertadomuerte9735]

I would like to know more tactics on how to use it for self defense

[@BoneTactical]

I will do it for you

[@jmmx69]

What are your thoughts on big folders like CS spartan or rajah 3?

[@BoneTactical]

Discussed folders in great detail here sir, with examples including one of the best folders available today

[@DeezyP]

Great video so far. But you can easily buy the bit for Microtechs and maintain them. But I agree OTF wouldn't be my first choice for self defense.

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks for letting me know, still an issue in my opinion having to disassemble regularly for normal maintenance

[@rodgerbambauer123]

Informative video, I have a dozen or so knives, folding and fixed. Always carry, usually two. In folding usually a 3 inch trapper or stockman for the pocket and a 5 1/2 inch fixed in the waistband. Tried many fixed blades over the years but always come back to my Western W77 5 1/2 in. Dagger for defense with original clip sheath. Bought in the PX in Da Nang. The clip sheath slips descreatly inside my waistband at the belly or forward of my hipbone crossdraw or strong side with light clothing or clipped in my hip pocket with heavier clothing. Just as important as carrying a defensive weapon....situational awareness is paramount. Better to extricate yourself before situation turns confrontational, but if not possible,know the limits of your weapon of choice and train with it before it's needed.

[@freedomfamily1358]

Also if you want a good decent price and good fold option go with the Kershaw onion design

[@BoneTactical]

Thank you

[@mutsivi3712]

What about the push daggers

[@seanvierkandt2617]

I would like to see a video on the BONE kogatana.

[@BoneTactical]

Yes, of course. Coming soon.

[@utubeu8129]

A folding utility knife with replaceable blades and a pocket clip works well for my utility knife, my other knives stay sharp in their concealed position.

[@BoneTactical]

Utility knife as a utility knife is a good idea

[@christopherm903]

Please keep in mind that the ZT 03series has been long discontinued and brings north of 500.00 on the secondary market. A good Hinderer XM series at 450ish represents a much stronger value to dollar.

[@BoneTactical]

In terms of function for the purpose of this video we can call them equals. The XM series are generally lighter knives with the same features more or less

[@tom-dr1ym]

good video you should cover the reason for carrying, will you be able to cut another person, stab, well actually using a knife in self defence

[@BoneTactical]

Will do

[@rexromana]

I iwb appendix carry a CRKT Obake. Comfortable and disappears on me.

[@BoneTactical]

I hope you get the opportunity to own a decent blade one day my friend.

[@MrsHermitHillKy]

How about self defense carry for women and how to avoid having it taken away and used against us?

[@BoneTactical]

Carrying a knife doesn’t change for much for women but in video 2 I discussed women specific carry! Check it out

[@TARandFEATHERS]

BTW...Rock ON.

[@BoneTactical]

👊🏼💪🏻🤙🏼

[@ch2507d]

You must know why you carry a knife,then decide what type you need. Folders of any kind are work knives,they require preparation to use,it is folded for areason,to take less space since it is not used too often. Fixed blades are meant to be open carry,and quick use,be it for work or defense. Kukry under two layers of winter clothes is useless,you are better of with larger folder in front pocket. Military carry fixed blade up and front for easy and fast use. If you take a K-Bar like that into a shop you will get many sideglances 😁

[@BoneTactical]

Yeah kind of… you’re getting there. Try watching again though. Maybe in slow motion. And take notes.

[@LonestarTaoboy]

Trending this year the EDC Fixed Blade, and Balisong (Not the acrobatic use of the Balisong, but the intended use).

[@BoneTactical]

Sad

[@revelations4990]

How can I order your karambit?

[@BoneTactical]

Bonetactical.com

[@djd2746]

Yes how to use!

[@BoneTactical]

I’ll do it thanks

[@sharingallgoodfruit8513]

The constant change in camera angles is distracting. The content however is pretty good.

[@BoneTactical]

Thank you

[@kenburke0351]

I like that fixed blade. Make and model please.

[@BoneTactical]

Bonetactical.com

[@utubeu8129]

What you are calling snaggletooth, I know as Emerson wave. I always believed that Emerson was the first to introduce this feature.

[@BoneTactical]

Yes both are very similarly poor designs

[@ghostape6481]

Unfortunately there are a lot of states that do not allow carrying fixed blades concealed.

[@BoneTactical]

False

[@ghostape6481]

@@BoneTactical please explain. I lived in Michigan and Ohio. Both states where it is illegal to carry a fix blade knife concealed. Respectfully.

[@BoneTactical]

@@ghostape6481 you’re just wrong. You can carry a fixed blade, legally, in almost all states. There are a lot of variables. But very few laws specify fixed blades knives as illegal, if any. In fact, you’re statements are just ridiculous. Google knife laws and begin the process of educating yourself. Thanks.

[@ghostape6481]

@@BoneTactical fixed blade knives are legal to posses in every state. Carrying a CONCEALED fixed blade knife is definitely illegal in multiple states. I want to conceal a fixed blade knife. Ohio did change its knife carry laws in 2021. So I was wrong about that. Michigan has not changed.

[@BoneTactical]

@@ghostape6481 wrong again

[@jimmybutler3728]

Recall that a man carrying a knife, is not looking to use it for killing; but for defense if the the attacker is trying to use one on you !...

[@BoneTactical]

Exactly. In episode three we talk about carrying a knife for killing.

[@jimmybutler3728]

@@BoneTactical And how to use one without the blade being used for true damage in self defense ?...

[@ZHB1989]

Yes I want the info why where how

[@THExDUDEx8624]

I carry a small fixed blade for emergency. I generally don't use it for anything else. I don't think I agree with your view on otf knives. For self defense ,I would not carry one. The are super easy 2 clean and take care of. WD-40 and 2 minutes of time and it's like new again. I carry a "tactical folding knife " I would never use it for sf defense. I don't travel outside the us so I carry a pistol for shit hits the fan situation. Awesome video 👍🏻

[@BoneTactical]

Again thank you for your feedback and support. And OTF knife that you are not able to take apart is not so easy to clean in fact impossible to clean if you can’t take it apart but thank you

[@gregorygray2403]

How to properly carry scout style...

[@BoneTactical]

Episode 3

[@bekind2159]

👍

[@BoneTactical]

🙏🏻

[@jondoe4667]

My 940 Osborne is a "tactical knife" lol I tactically cut boxes, wires, and pry on stuff with it almost daily 😂🇺🇲

[@BoneTactical]

😬🤣👊🏼

[@toothless-tiger]

I'm sure Lynn C. Thompson will disagree with you, I carry a Coldsteel Spartan and coming on 6 years ago it help me survive a large dog attack.

[@BoneTactical]

Lynn is cool… a bit extravagant but his hearts in the right place on most political issues I’d say. Amongst friends he’ll also tell you that I’m quite obviously correct on my experience based assessments in which I shared here in this video. He’ll also admit, amongst friends, that his knives are now made in China’s cheapest factories garbage but if he’s not ashamed to say it, it’s because that’s why he’s filthy stinking rich. He’s had outstanding success at doing exactly what he set out to do. Building a massive company producing nothing but sensational media content and duping the ignorant into buying his once halfway decent but now poorly made mass produced chocolate ice cream 💩knives… I’m glad you survived a dog attack, had it been someone with a bone tactical knife out to get you instead of a poor canine… you wouldn’t be here to leave these foolish comments. Thanks, and have a great day my friend. I’m glad you at least had this opportunity to improve and educate yourself 👊🏼

[@toothless-tiger]

@@BoneTactical LMFAO Shill, Semper Fi !

[@jesusofamerica]

Your level and style/preference (how to strike or defend)of fighting is going to determine the style of knife you want to hold in combat. This guy seems really cool but the bit about pocket knives is outrageous. Everybody has their flaws but that's crazy to me my man. I used to and still can draw knife pull blade and flip it in my hand and act like I'm stabbing my friend tappin him with the handle(equal barely younger brother) I was so fast he was always scared. The point is that you are as fast as you train to be. At the end of the day you only need so much blade if you know what your doing. If you talking demographic and genre specific I hear what it sounds like your kinda spewing but the maybe the weird thing about someone's cool dad. Pocket knife is the best besides a big side carry or machete

[@BoneTactical]

🤦🏻‍♂️

[@jesusofamerica]

@@BoneTactical that was the same expression I made everytime I saw you draw a knife so slow. Then I made this face when you said the bit about folding knives after drawing all those "tactical knives" so slowly 🙃 Your freaking cool but pull folding knife drool. This is like 2 uncles prefering different things. I'm saying this for people like my younger self. "The best knife is the one in your hand." How quickly " you" get it there is a world of variables.

[@JRM716]

Combat Troodon is an OTF, John Wick!!!! Need i say more..... Please try and convince me I'm wrong? LOL

[@BoneTactical]

🤦🏻‍♂️

[@TheSpiritualCamp]

I'm assuming you're joking... But I bought this knife (for fun) and it's rubbish for self-defense (honestly, for the price, it's rubbish for everything)

[@labotimy]

It's pretty simple man, fixed blades generally don't fail. I have a microtech and never really carry it. Mostly my edc is a cheap kabar TDI mini or skallywag d2. They're just better.

[@thesandman6478]

I think my Buck 110 is more than adequate, only thing better is a fixed blade just my opinion

[@BoneTactical]

Well it takes all kinds young man. Not everyone can be a winner… someone has to be on the losing end as well. Thanks for doing us this service 🙏🏻 I for one appreciate your willingness to stick to your guns (in this case knife) despite it being a vain and futile final act 💪🏻

[@gladeshunter8796]

Let’s see the new camo in the jungle environment.

[@BoneTactical]

Lots of pics on Instagram and the website of the new camo in Latin America and in the everglades both

[@Desert-Tan-Whiskey]

👍👍👍

[@BoneTactical]

🤙🏼

[@24agt8]

Can you please make “duality” By SlipKnot one of your intro song.

[@BoneTactical]

Unfortunately there are very few songs that I am able to use legally on Facebook

[@BoneTactical]

On KZbin excuse me

[@swat37]

My old S&W pocket knife had a snaggle tooth and it only got caught on the lip of my pocket less than half the time. "tactical" my ass ;)

[@jimbefit3073]

Thank You, (but that blazing background is killing me.)

[@BoneTactical]

Blazing?

[@IntoTheOutside000]

The intro music lmao. Hard to take the rest of the video seriously after that.

[@BoneTactical]

I’m sorry you had trouble concentrating young man.

[@IntoTheOutside000]

@Bone Tactical thanks for sharing your passion. An armed population is a polite one. Most average criminals are cowards. If every man, woman, and young adult was armed to the teeth with sharp edges they will think twice about getting close enough to kidnap you. Keep it up bro, the content is appreciated.

[@scaleworksRC]

Fixed blade is best blade

[@BoneTactical]

Generalized statements are generally speculative and unfounded

[@sk21rt54]

I keep a spyderco clipped to the front of my scrub pants. Its concealed under my scrub top. I have trimmed up zip ties on the thumb cut out for fast deployment. I play with it all day long, I mean all day long. When I'm in the car I take it out and flip it open and close it probably a hundred times a day. In between patients, walking down the halls. I have 4 of them. I keep them oiled and maintained. I bet I get that knife out and go to work quicker then most people can blink twice.

[@BoneTactical]

As long as you don’t come across anyone who has a bone tactical knife, you may be ok!

[@sk21rt54]

@@BoneTactical haha 😄 I got a bunch of your stuff brother. I have your neck knife and like 3 of your shirts. I'm the guy on Instagram who asked about the pants. First comment.

[@cyruzwilliams2305]

Should do q view on how to draw knife

[@BoneTactical]

Ok

[@TARandFEATHERS]

Sharpening is my main concern.

[@BoneTactical]

Why?

[@TARandFEATHERS]

@@BoneTactical "Cause I have no idea how.

[@BoneTactical]

@@TARandFEATHERS get the cheapest knife you can find on Amazon and the cheapest diamond stone. Start practicing. Try and keep the same grind angle

[@TARandFEATHERS]

@@BoneTactical Gottcha. Thx.

[@sandan2358]

Are you doing instruction for women?

[@BoneTactical]

The majority of this applies to you as well young lady it’s not gender-based

[@jayhom449]

Two is always better than one. Three takes the cake. Learn to use both hands. Practice more with your non strong hand/side.

[@BoneTactical]

Thanks for your feedback and support