I like the looks of this knife enough to possibly overlook the weak spring. I just think it's a good looking piece. Thanks for showing it off, and for the honest review! Cheers, buddy!
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome David. If you end up purchasing it, please provide your feedback.
@bwax15422 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting and validation for saving me some money! I had it saved in my wish list for quite some time and deleted it last week prior to your review. I feel better now. Thanks for taking one for the team.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
You gotta have pull strength or its nothing more than a dangerous toy.
@traviswagner36562 жыл бұрын
Love mine. Bought it at smkw for 24.99!!! I love the bigger single blade Barlows, just not spending 100 to 200 for a boker.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Hope your backspring was stiffer than mine. Bought mine at 24.99 as well.
@BigRedEDC2 жыл бұрын
This is an awesome version of the Culpepper!! The Copper is a very nice compliment to the brown jigged bone! Thanks for showing this one TK!!!
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching JB. Nice handles.
@JollyPeanut2 жыл бұрын
Thats a great looking knife, i would rather 7cr than D2 thats why i went with the micarta version which i like , the pull on mine is around 5 i would like a stronger pull 5 is about minimum for me otherwise its a paper weight & i like using my knives i don't collect paper weights. Great review buddy👍
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
I couldn't agree more JP. I had the same experience with my black micarta version, borderline "5". This one took a hike back to SMKW. The channel/viewers deserve better.
@terrillschneider3778 Жыл бұрын
Bought these for my three youngest grandsons for their stockings for the coming Christmas Springs seem to be a little weak but the fit and finish is beautiful Thanks
@ThriftyKaniffy Жыл бұрын
With good tension/pull, I'd have no issue with them. Thanks Terrill.
@stuartgross1622 жыл бұрын
Good you returned it. It also had a center pin crack on the show side.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for pointing that out. I can live with a small crack, but a weak pull is a deal killer for me.
@allanpeterson2364 Жыл бұрын
Just checked my BLACK Culpepper and like you mine is about 5/5.5 pull and just barely acceptible, but I do like it as a "Worker" knife when needed.
@ThriftyKaniffy Жыл бұрын
Sounds about right. Boston Blade Review and BigJ showed theirs on a live and both were much better than mine.
@FreedomFrog3332 жыл бұрын
Sorry you were a bit dissapointed. I do like the look of it. Thank you for sharing.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
You bet. It happens, no worries. I've got plenty of others I'm thrilled with.
@Mr.Spectaculous Жыл бұрын
I just bought 3 from Kershaw direct for 19 bucks a piece. All three are very light pulls.
@ThriftyKaniffy Жыл бұрын
Something I really detest on larger bladed knives.
@alpine1600s2 жыл бұрын
I prefer the D2 over 7Crxxmov. BUT alloy doesn't mean it's been heat treated properly or ground well. 🤔
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
You're right, that's always a bit of a wild card. Thanks Alpine.
@lewisgreenway50652 жыл бұрын
First thoughts nice looking knife, think makers are jumping on the bandwagon calling everything Barlows, to me the ratio of handle to bolster is wrong,Old Barlows had longer bolsters and definitely strong pulls, was this made as a working knife or just pretty to look at, as its blade length over three inches not one for UK anyway, good honest review Kershaw made a mess of this one.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
A fail. Thanks Lewis.
@joshuaritzheimer13822 жыл бұрын
Thanks for showing this knife. I've been curious about it. The spring is not awe inspiring. I just don't understand putting jimping on the spine of a non-locking knife. I really like the looks though. The copper bolsters are a great looking compliment to the bone.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Looks, good. Works, poorly. Thanks Joshua.
@_MiMo_2 жыл бұрын
I'll leave a comment for the algorithm, but I have nothing nice to say about this one.😆 Thanks for the review.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Haha, that's a comment from a creator if I ever saw one. Thanks Michael.
@dionpage79482 жыл бұрын
Top notch!! I really like how Kershaw made that Barlow. Killer blade&killer vid knife bro!!
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Dion.
@dionpage79482 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftyKaniffy I was on my way out the door when I heard the ya say the pull was weak but its still a killer lookin knife lol!!
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
@@dionpage7948 No worries Dion. Glad you came back to finish watching.
@jerseyknifeguy63822 жыл бұрын
Oh ok you answered my question thanks!!!!
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Hows your pull strength?
@jerseyknifeguy63822 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftyKaniffy light it’s light…. Most of these lower end knives that’s what your going to get if you seen the way there spitting them off the production line it would blow your mind!!!!! And sometimes you get lucky and get a good one……. Most of these companies don’t care because there already made and they have a steady income of cash….. the little companies just starting out you’ll find much butter fit and finishes because there trying to get there name out there!!! Kershaw is so big they can care less!!!!! Thanks thrifty stay well out there!!
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
@@jerseyknifeguy6382 This one is on the way back to where it came from. RMA . Refund pending.
@timwilliams83432 жыл бұрын
I was disappointed in the Backspring & unfortunately, I paid the $39.99 when it first came out.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
I just completed my return forms and sent it back. I'll find something better to replace it. Thanks Tim.
@timwilliams83432 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftyKaniffy I'm gonna eat this one, sorry I bought it. I would do the same but I think I waited too long.
@terrillschneider3778 Жыл бұрын
Missed you this week Nice to see this pop up again TK
@ThriftyKaniffy Жыл бұрын
Been a little overwhelmed with personal things lately. You should watch RJ's live where I talked about your fantastic gift. Thanks again for the side draw, it's a beauty. J.O. did a great job on it. Cheers, Terry.
@terrillschneider3778 Жыл бұрын
@@ThriftyKaniffy You and me both
@terrillschneider3778 Жыл бұрын
Seriously TK When I don’t see you I’m concerned Hope you’re okay
@terrillschneider3778 Жыл бұрын
@@ThriftyKaniffy Yeah I guess I must have missed it I had company here and as I said it’s been a trying couple of months I hope to be able to talk to you about it sometime
@gadgetgus2 жыл бұрын
I love a good barlow and those are sweeeeet... 👌 Thanks for sharing TK, Atb Gus 👍
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Gus. Be well.
@koke14672 жыл бұрын
Hermosa navaja !!! Saludos desde Chile 🇨🇱🍷
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Gracias amigo. Buenos dias KOKE.
@johnelder42732 жыл бұрын
If you are going to make a work knife it has to have a very strong pull or make it an old fashioned liner lock with the brass block with "press" on the lock like the old Schrade's had or a back lock like Buck.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
That would help, but why not just a strong spring. And don't make the linerlock interfere with the grip and make it uncomfortable to use if you do go that route.
@johnelder42732 жыл бұрын
Yeah, the strong pull (a 7 or 8) is the best choice/solution.
@RJsKnives2 жыл бұрын
That’s a bummer about the weak pull. I was kind of interested in those but maybe I should pass. I appreciate the honest review. We all get a knife like that from time to time.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
It happens, but nothings worse than weak pull. It just renders the knife useless.
@rustyknifelover44632 жыл бұрын
Definitely agree that it needs a strong pull. My preference is 7 or 8.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Same here. That's ideal.
@knifedelights74732 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review TK.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Good to see you KD. Thanks for watching.
@Lex5576 Жыл бұрын
If that knife was a lockback, I'd have one. Too often, slip joint knives with blades over 3" have weak springs. I can't stand a slip joint knife that might close up. I like for a slip joint to take a reasonable amount of effort to open or close the blade with a loud snap........like my Taylor's Eyewitness Barlow that was made in England.
@ThriftyKaniffy Жыл бұрын
I agree, but too be fair the Taylor's knives have some the stiffest opens of any knife I own. Even an improvement to near that level would go a long way to making these better.
@radar468 Жыл бұрын
It sure is a nice looking knife, might be good for spreading mustard! Really is a looker though.
@ThriftyKaniffy Жыл бұрын
A frustrating knife. Thanks for having a look, Radar.
@zero612882 жыл бұрын
Great looking knife but yes it’s sad the back spring is so weak. I would be contacting them to get a replacement. Especially for the price they are asking.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
I just returned it for a refund. I'll find something I like more. Thanks Steve.
@KnifeChatswithTobias2 жыл бұрын
Looks like a short-long pull and Baby Daddy instead of Big Daddy. It is interesting. Odd that it has brass liners but copper tone bolsters This really seems more like a boys knife with a clip blade because of the short bolster. Thanks for the review and your thoughts. I wasn't even on the fence for this one and you confirmed my "nope, not for me" feeling.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
They sale price lured me in. And like I fish, I'm returning it back to which it came.
@bluecow2655 Жыл бұрын
Love the looks of that knife. Would be a great knife to have, and can live with the fact that it doesn't have a super steel or lock. What I can't tolerate is it is made in China. Same goes for Queen, Rough Rider, Marble, etc.
@ThriftyKaniffy Жыл бұрын
Man I tell ya. That phone or PC you used to post has Chinese parts too, better not accept that either so you remain consistent.
@SpyderHeel2 жыл бұрын
I was contemplating on picking this one up. The weak pull is a deal breaker. Not to mention the spring pin crack on the mark side!
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Yea I didn't even see the crack until I rewatched. Thanks Spyder. It's been returned.
@SpyderHeel2 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftyKaniffy No, Thank YOU! I was considering picking this up. At least until I watched your review. Your review saved me forty dollars.
@chaddamron38772 жыл бұрын
Solid review 💥👍👍100% agree
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you see it that way. Take care buddy.
@mikecurtis25852 жыл бұрын
Great looking knife! Just needs a stronger back spring!
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Yep, what a shame. Thanks Mike.
@daven.76852 жыл бұрын
Shame it’s not a lockback! Beautiful knife otherwise. And KAI/Kershaw can put out a good grind and sharp blade. Thank you for the review.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Just one flaw, but unfortunately it's a deal breaker for me. Thanks Dave.
@felinebline71542 жыл бұрын
Speaking of Barlows eagerly awaiting my New "4 set" of pin up novelties. $27.00 free ship.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Pretty to look at least. Hope you don't get any cracked handles. Cool set.
@felinebline71542 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftyKaniffy Friday fun carry. All 4 at the same time. I'll accept some crackage...
@felinebline71542 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftyKaniffy Good for Friday fun carry.
@diverdave21792 жыл бұрын
Too bad about the weak pull, as it looks great. Thanks TK!
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
DD, it does look good. It's a real shame.
@theprestriedge46572 жыл бұрын
It seems to me that making a knife with a decent pull should not be a difficult part of the manufacturer’s process ...Have you ever tried the trick where you hit bolster with a mallet to tighten it up?
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
I have. Unfortunately, if it does fix it, it's a sure way to have the pin become clearly visible. In the end though it's the spring that's the problem, whether the heat treatment or the material, or perhaps the dimensions.
@theprestriedge46572 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftyKaniffy I have polished the pin marks out with my buffer...It works great.
@ericmack0012 жыл бұрын
If you are into traditional knives I’m surprised that you did not go with a knife maker known for making traditional knives like Case, of GEC. 40 $ for a traditional knife is a steal. You want a quality knife but do not want to pay a quality price. I would expect that knife to be closer to 100.00 $ To have a really good build quality, and polished gigged cow bone.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
There's plenty of great traditional knives at $40. While Case and GEC do make quality knives, you don't need to spend $100 to get one. If Kershaw had made the spring stiffer this would be one perfectly well made knife. Follow the channel and you'll see plenty of such examples.
@brittain5222 жыл бұрын
I’ll take it!
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Ok thanks brittain.
@jerseyknifeguy63822 жыл бұрын
Now may I ask a question…. Why is that one in 7CR and the brass one is D2 huh 🤔 very interesting makes no sense to me…. And the jigging on that one is fantastic I got the brass one I should pick up that one as well!!!!
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
They provided bad info, this one is D2 as well.
@byronkennedy79122 жыл бұрын
TK ... that's too bad about this 'Kershaw' (could RR or Queen be the actual oem for this possibly contract knife?). Looks great, but I would not want to use this with a "3" pull.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
The bone sure looks similar, but who knows "trade secrets". Its too light to use. I sent it back.
@kommissarjupiter76672 жыл бұрын
Just Checked SMKW. No mentions of it being exclusive. Their Trapper model is also available in this configuration (Gadsden) Will you look at their new 2022 Slipjoints, the Iredale, Parley, and the Allegory?
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
This one is not, sorry if I was unclear. They have an all copper one that is the exclusive. Thanks Kommissar.
@kommissarjupiter76672 жыл бұрын
@@ThriftyKaniffy Ah maybe I misheard it then when you mentioned the Copper exclusive There's two copper versions as you said. The one with the backspring is SMKW exclusive whereas the version with detent balls does not mention anything about exclusivity
@terrillschneider37782 жыл бұрын
I bought three of them for my grandsons for Christmas when SMKW had them on sale for $24 Like a smaller granddaddy Barlow I found the pull to be very weak They could use a stronger back spring Otherwise they are beautiful and have great fit and finish Thanks for another fine video
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
It's a pretty paper weight. Thanks Terrill.
@krazykat642 жыл бұрын
Noticed a pin crack as well when you were showing the back spring. :/
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Hmm didn't notice. It's on its way back anyhow. Good riddance.
@herbertsmith6416 Жыл бұрын
You have a point.just have to be careful.that thing will hurt you.
@ThriftyKaniffy Жыл бұрын
One of my pet peeves when the tension is that light.
@herbertsmith6416 Жыл бұрын
@@ThriftyKaniffy you are fite.thanks
@bomtradym40272 жыл бұрын
Mushy mushy backspring Reminds me of benchmade proper
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
It's become a pet peeve. Deliver a strong spring. TEW has fantastic spring tension. Make it like they do I say. Thanks bomtrady.
@BenchmadeBro2 жыл бұрын
now now come on
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
@@BenchmadeBro Harshing the mellow, I know.
@steveg.15022 жыл бұрын
I'll pass on this one. Good honest review TK.👍
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Steve. Win some, lose some.
@ubaldoperrone99585 ай бұрын
I could not agree with u more.if it don't have that gator spring.its worthless as a work knife
@ThriftyKaniffy5 ай бұрын
Yep too light. Can't stand that on a blade of this size. Thanks, Ubaldo.
@randyblackburn9765 Жыл бұрын
Actually I like d2 , too strong breaks my nail but too weak closes on me. Looks like it so weak that it want snap back into liners .maybe a lemon I actually got aSchatt and Morgan heritage that was too weak
@ThriftyKaniffy Жыл бұрын
It could be a lemon. I've not been happy with Kershaw overall. Thanks, Randy.
@robertbudnik33182 жыл бұрын
Gee Thrifty! Tell us how you really feel!
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
I don't like weak pulls. I guess I made that clear. Thanks Robert.
@motoknivesandgunsbyjt Жыл бұрын
Why why why no half stop!?!?
@ThriftyKaniffy Жыл бұрын
Yea, pass on this one.
@kjgas69452 жыл бұрын
👍👍🤠🤠
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@jamesomalley4556 Жыл бұрын
3 ? / Wow.
@ThriftyKaniffy Жыл бұрын
Oh yea, it's bad. Floppy.
@JoseGonzalez-yx6vm2 жыл бұрын
Knife is pretty. maybe you got a lemon,
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
Maybe, but I tend to doubt its an isolated incident given some of the other feedback.
@JoseGonzalez-yx6vm2 жыл бұрын
too bad, like you say, it makes them unsafe to use.
@matthewrix21642 жыл бұрын
Terrible pull! I can never work out if it is the strength of the spring or the dimensions of the blade tang that determines the pull.
@ThriftyKaniffy2 жыл бұрын
That's their job to figure out. A big fail. I returned it. Thanks Matthew.
@felinebline71542 жыл бұрын
Return it.. get your 25!!! For me it's all wrong and possible safety issue. Can't even get the ad for steel right. Massive pass.