KA-BAR TDI LE Knife & PHLSTER TDI Fightworthy Sheath

[@thomasway8567]

Carried the TDI knife on my duty belt for about ten years....love that thing. Still carry it today after retirement!

[@proguninc4080]

Yeah, its a great little knife. 👍 I carry it everyday while I do Executive Protection. Its a great backup to my gun.

[@mitchellrussell1261]

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[@malikzain2693]

@Mitchell Russell instablaster ;)

[@mitchellrussell1261]

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[@mitchellrussell1261]

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[@clawhammer704]

I sharpened mine on both sides like a bayonet so it will cut coming and going. When I had knife fighting in the military with the bayonet we were instructed to go for the fatal cut immediately upon drawing whether it's a jab or a slice in close quarters. Throat cuts to esophagus or to the eyes are very effective. Do not hesitate, do it.

[@gregchamberlain7554]

In some states it's illegal to owner a dagger (two sided blade). I would suggest you check the law before making that mod. But I do like the idea. Also FYI: The TDI is made one-sided to prevent it's user from self injury if they pulled the blade back across their body for some reason. There is no way to cut yourself with the blade used unaltered.

[@Unkei69]

I have this knife and love it. Carried it as an LEO for years. I have 3 sheaths. 2 of the original style with belt slots. KaBar sent the second one for free so I could carry either side without changing mounting over every time. I just received the sheath you describe with the metal clip. Also came free from KaBar for the asking! Great Knife and fantastic customer service from KaBar!

[@AlexBeau]

Your reviews are awesome! You cover the important stuff without repeating yourself, and you speak clearly and at a rate that is easy to understand. Keep it up! (:

[@faliaphotography]

thanks!

[@themaggot8]

I was planning on buying this knife and I just realized that you reviewed it. That was what I needed to actually buying it. Great review!

[@aber00all]

Best TDI video yet!

[@ThePumpkinBoatMC]

Refreshing to see a woman reviewing a knife not because some company decides it increases view counts but because she's actually interested in it and knowledgeable.

[@dalemcnamee2427]

Great review ! I own one for self-defense and as a disabled person, it is easier to deploy than my assisted folders... I was happy to hear that the holder can be used without a belt since I use suspenders... I am also checking to see if I could "pocket deploy" it, by clipping the sheath to the inside of my front pant pocket as an alternative...

[@rogerlundberg7122]

Their might be those that frown on my lowly solution. Certainly no offense meant. I cut the standard sheath to allow clearance for the finger groove. Then thru away the straps, screws and clip. -Now comes the under engineered solution to keeping the sheath from moving around. I returned from my local 'Dollar' store with some rubbery non skid tape. Applying a nice pattern wih the tape took about two minutes. Putting the sheath either inside my belt or inside my waist band feels as if I'd cemented it in place. Without loosening my belt, the sheath will not move. No straps, no screws, no clips and no problems other than being out an additional dollar. Sincerest Regards,

[@gregchamberlain7554]

I wear athletic pants most of the time and the TDI original sheath clip has never failed and gave way. But if I have on a tactical belt then the sheath goes behind the belt but in front of my pants waistband.

[@DSketti]

I never thought to carry a knife like that but watching you handle it made me like it. It looked more natural to fight with than a straight blade knife. Good video, thank you for posting it.

[@MrSpank1012]

As always.....Another excellent review! Love your unbiased approach.

[@Ask4theCloser]

Thanks for posting this, I am waiting for my Philster to show up at my door. I have the same feelings about the original holster, and I came to the same choice you did.

[@faliaphotography]

The belt is from Crosstac and yes it comes in black. I did a video on it 2 weeks ago.

[@MatthewinGooseneck]

Just received one of these for Christmas! I put it on my wish list after watching your review.

[@hardihood1]

that has to be the best review id ever seen on a knife. you showed the knife and also carry and why. now im surfing on Amazon to get one of these. thank you

[@leeharvey3527]

These knives are good for the money, If you prefer one made here in the US they do offer them for you guessed it a lot more of that cash, The new sheath you have is way better and I might just have to go get me one. If you like this knife might I suggest the Spyderco Street beat! its a smaller but very aggressive EDC knife that is so tuckable and light I strap mine on when I run in gym shorts and I cant feel it . a perfect knife for this type of deep concealed carry. Plus its a US company and the majority of the knives come from Colorado or Japan . great videos , and great gear!

[@glockensig]

nice to see your hands and hear your voice again!!

[@joesteele3159]

Great self defense blade. I'm a huge fan of the reverse grip allowing a more natural punch with the fist along with a slash or stab with the blade.

[@R2sojr09]

Your one lady that should not be messed with!

[@talshiar50]

Nothing sexier then intelligent, hot ladies doing reviews of weapons!

[@faliaphotography]

yes, I'm going to, I just always try to show products in their original form before I modify them

[@Scud72]

Great video review. I've been looking for a replacement sheath for my TDI. Thank you!

[@faliaphotography]

This is my concealed carry/self-defense knife so I use my pocket knife for every day tasks.

[@toma674]

Very informative review,I love this knife also and it is in my edc rotation,along with my guns...Thank you&glad to see ya back doing reviews.

[@williamfotiou7577]

Haven't seen a video of yours for a long time, great video 👍

[@mohammedcohen]

Thanx - good review - I was considering a Cold Steel Urban Pal and saw this on Amazon...I'd seen this knife previously, but couldn't remember where I saw it or what it was called...glad I found this here - ...I have a weakness on my LHS due to a 2002 stroke and like this formy weak hand side - more control from a hand that doesn't cooperate with its owner very much...

[@bobjohnson3077]

L.E. stands for Law Enforcement. Most every cop carries a knife of some sort. Spyderco was very popular for a long time with LEOs. This is a nice knife. Great video, you must admit...

[@hitmhard]

Great review. Pretty disappointing to see that the after market sheath is more them the knife itself!

[@docwilkey]

Thank you for your input on this product I found it most helpful.

[@LindoOchaMcCue]

Love your vids. Also go back to the finger wave when you say hi and goodbye. That very cute.

[@faliaphotography]

Yeah, they changed it after I uploaded this video. Thanks! I'm sure you'll love it

[@mattis1600]

Great review! I like this knife. During stress when your fine motor skills drop, and muscular tremor starts messing your body up, you need a simple defensive tool!

[@MainePredator]

Another great video ,thanks ! I used to think of KA-BAR knives as made in the USA until I recently learned that some of their knives are not , dam shame.

[@faliaphotography]

The stock sheath works on jeans without a belt if you are ok with less blade retention

[@redfernsoljah]

Looks. Like they make it flat now. Been wanting one for a while and just pulled the trigger. Best review so far.

[@JenniferinIllinois]

Great review. I had issues with the included sheath as well and actually had the knife come out one time when I was getting out of my car (I wear it behind my hip). I have since gotten a Kydex sheath from NSR Tactical which so far I prefer (much better retention and also thinner).

[@JimmyCricket61258]

You always do very good videos. Thanks for all your efforts.

[@faliaphotography]

thank you! I put the Amazon link to the exact one I have in the description box below the video.

[@faliaphotography]

Thanks! No I don't tend to buy larger pants to accommodate my gun. My normal pants work - They are slightly loose without my gun and then perfectly fitted with my gun.

[@o.w.i.m]

IMO you should get a second knife like that and have 2 holsters one type left and one type right. Seriously Think i need to move to the states..

[@deputysheriff100]

I really like that Philster sheath much better than the stock one. Very good info.

[@DiamondCut2]

Great review! Benchmade makes the HK Plan D which is similar to the TDI except that it's made in the USA. The sheath is similar to the oem TDI sheath so it definitely needs upgrading.

[@puddintame6310]

You could probably use a heat gun and relax the curve on the Philster sheath. Kydex is amazingly forgiving.

[@sckarekrow573]

Don't need a heat gun. Just use a hair dryer. Not rocket science.

[@kourgath007]

Great review. I enjoy all of your videos. Especially those with your dogs in them, they are both beautiful.

[@Aleks9x19]

Great blade with decent steel ,AUS 8. I give mine to my little sister, I'll be buying myself another one soon.

[@SuperLaplander]

Thankyou for this grea video. Just ordered my Ka Bar TDI and vill probably buy this aftermarket sheath. Best regards from Sweden.

[@jamesoncross7494]

Great video. Where have you been? I miss your videos.

[@MatthewinGooseneck]

Great vid. You give so much thought to the little things.

[@joec2442]

My understanding was the knife was to be worn on your weak side. If someone is going for your gun a lot will be going on on your strong side as you fight to keep your firearm. Your weak side will be much easier to get to and easy to grab and deploy the knife

[@jaf6t3]

Will do, thanks. And keep up the good work. Godspeed.

[@BrooklynJackBlue]

Very nice knife! Doesn't seem to be GREAT if you want to use it in offense, but a really nice little knife in defense to remind a hostile that they can bleed.

[@pyzik200]

Good review. I've been watching the Phlster reviews too.

[@Kayakwinds]

A smart, insightful report. Thanks.

[@jorgefernandez6407]

Great review! Food for thought...

[@Howjadoo22]

It doesn't necessarily mean that it's any worse or better than an American-made product, but a lot of people (in America, anyway) prefer it when a product is made in the USA, even if it means they have to spend a little more money.

[@MrShawnwil]

Great review. I just noticed on Philster's facebook page that they have decided to make those sheaths flat.

[@kscotto8]

great review and instruction thank you

[@faliaphotography]

Yes, you definitely could wear it like that OWB. It just doesn't work well for IWB carry.

[@longshot2652]

I have one of these knives...but later found a much better one. Look at the Tops scorpion tail karambit. Having both sides sharpened to allow for back slashes, as well as forward slashes and puncture jabs. I'm going to look into that sheath you have there though...it's much better than the one that comes with the blade. Take care.

[@AlexBeau]

Knife law in MI from knifeup(dot)com: "Michigan’s laws are not that confusing, it just requires some investigation and analysis. In Michigan, you can own any knife you want as long as it is not an automatic knife. You can also open carry any knife you want. The only limits to concealed carry is that you must not use the knife to harm others and that you can not carry a stabbing knife like a dirk or stiletto."

[@jamesoncross7494]

Great knife and sheath. Good review.

[@o0FranklySpeaking0o]

I once had a custom kydex sheath for one of these, a maker on Blade forums from memory

[@TheTimbrWolf]

Great vid, thanks for skipping specs. Love your carry display and sheath option

[@TheRiverHiker]

Good video on the use of the sheath Falia. Only bad part is that the holster is more expensive than the knife! I'd really like to pick one up but cannot justify that price.

[@RedTSquared]

Search her Home Page and you will find a video on the belt she is wearing and others. Women's Tactical "Lightning Belt" from Crosstac.

[@stevenkennedy4130]

Think I will pick one of these blades up. Thanks!

[@bigbluemsp]

It's a great knife but in Michigan it's a felony to carry a fixed blade knife unless carried for hunting purposes.

[@joshgrami]

Holy crap... A $47 sheath for a $38 knife?!?

[@sckarekrow573]

No doubt. I can make kydex for the TDI for about $3.00

[@GuitarLoveTV]

Can get a equally if not better made sheath from nsr tactical, cheaper.

[@CircaSriYak]

Oh so THATS why the knife looks so huge in the thumbnail

[@djturnz]

I carry mine inside the belt, but outside the pants. Since it doesn't extend down like a gun in a holster, I don't think inside the waist band buys much concealment. Just like I see that you do.

[@nehorlavazapalka]

djturnz IWB so your cover/t-shirt doesn't get stuck during one-handed draw of your gun (I carry appendix), this is the reason I am loking into the TDI Ka-Bar

[@joexg50]

as always very well explained.

[@YanDoroshenko]

Just ordered one for my gf. Thanks for a nice review.

[@TheGreatHotDogConsumer]

Your girl is pretty damn lucky

[@ristin59]

Excellent knife & review.

[@PeterDuffy3101]

Nice review, been looking at this style of knife.

[@arienrode]

I am proud of you.

[@RebelViking912]

great video and review. I have the TDI also and I hate the sheath it came with.

[@o.w.i.m]

Oooh and you could probably use a dremel/like tool to fix the original holster by removing the Little bit hindering the full grip against the fingerguard and then drill a hole and add a small screw and nut to add retention. Thanks for your vid.. Will be adding that Beauty to my collection. The tork wrench that comes with the knife is not the best of caulity so if you decide to remount you will only get 2 tryes Before that Little wrench becomes useless.

[@BrewCityRider]

Thanks for this well done and impartial video review. I'm going to pick one of these up at Amazon. That's a cool belt too...who makes it?

[@brandonhughes8614]

I JUST ordered mine!

[@PeacefulKancer]

Not sure why something is more or less stupid because it is in a comment box but I'm not going to argue over it. With that said, I've also thought that she seems very independent and utilitarian and having a ring on her interferes with that. Not that she doesn't love him... it just isn't her style. Or maybe shes' just not married. Who knows. My comment was more-or-less to compliment her - I wish more girls were into stuff like this over stuff like the Kardashians.

[@rjzlwop3153]

Happy good Friday to you, so how do you use this knife with the holster set up if you do not wear a belt with your shorts or pants? Have an amazing Easter and I have always enjoyed your videos thank you for being awesome

[@proguninc4080]

How can I get this sheath? I went to phlster.com and I couldn't find it. By the way, great video.

[@HARMARSCH2]

I like that knife,I'm going to have to get one.

[@1xXitachiXx1]

i'm always curious why people would choose this over the conventional fixed or folding straight blade

[@lowpez55]

Just got one and love it!!

[@mattis1600]

Ever consindered Tops Knives "Devil's Elbow" or "California Cobra"? I carry them sometimes and find both confortable, sturdy and easy to draw.

[@roypaulcarter4654]

You would have more space on your waist if you are more donuts. Nice post lots of good tips thanks for the info.

[@drmaudio]

Great review as always.

[@Kimberkruz]

Great video! I'm going to have to get one of these!!!

[@eric19875]

Great vídeo and Knife.

[@alongdaysnight1893]

Hey that's nice. A few years ago I went through a close quarter fighting course...actually it was set in a vehicle and this knife would be great for that, although the training focused more on punches and kicks. And to be honest a knife in the hands of a bad guy always concerned me more than a gun...strange... a knife is just so personal.. anyway...great video. Take care.

[@feriacobalt4293]

Excellent information as always!:)

[@handytalky80]

Love the TDI knife, the clip the sheath comes with definitely sucks. I will probably try to modify mine somehow first before I spend the money on a new sheath. Great vid Falia:)

[@05generic]

Is your knife sharp enough to slice through clothing and skin? If you're not sure, I suggest putting some disposable clothing around an object, like a box, and testing it. If it doesn't pass the test, you might want to look into obtaining a better edge or reevaluating the way you use the knife. I'm saying this because you are planing, if necessary, to stake your life on the knifes capability, and I wouldn't want it to fail you.

[@houndkeeper]

Yes, do please!

[@skidaddy27]

Good perspective, thanks.

[@1funcar]

Nice review. Difficult to get a straight answer on whether this is legal to carry in Michigan.

[@onthesidehero]

hello, I talked a police officer once and he said that owning the knife is legal but you can't carry it on you. If its a folding one that is legal to carry. Its a loop hole I guess. anyway its what I heard. michigan gov has some info on knife laws if you want to check it out.

[@Hottrods1]

Thorough review thumbs up

[@TangomanX2008]

Interesting review, but whats with the attitude towards Taiwan? You haven't pointed out any flaw that is connected to its place of origin.