Been wanting to do this video for a while here are two great Cold Steel knives both very good which one will win?
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@JBPistheanswer7 жыл бұрын
I working in construction and I love knife and have started my my own little collection. with that I know that a tanto blade shape is usually labeled tactical, but I found on the job site the blade shape out preforms better then most other shapes
@James-ke5sx5 жыл бұрын
Make a Scandi or Saber grind Tanto and I'll buy it. I'm a 40+ retired wood worker/ carpenter and the Tanto is like a skew point chisel which is better for my chores cause the only skinning I do is a banana at lunch so a clip point is not as useful. Also a Tanto point should be really good for cleaning up all the joints used in Bushcraft plus a perfectly straight blade is really good for carving joints sometimes compared to a skinning knife. My first Cold Steel knives were all three versions of the Canadian limited edition. It stops me endlessly upgrading by buying the best the first time as I do all tools
@PH-hk8mb4 жыл бұрын
I’ve used the Tri-Ad lock for the last 7 years or so and close it one handed very easily over time you can do anything safely and effectively with practice I’ve never cut myself and they are 4 and 5.5”
@andrewlynch62383 жыл бұрын
Ordered the Code 4 today: impressive library by the way👍
@andrewlynch62383 жыл бұрын
S35vn. Tanto. Can’t wait(know nothing about steels but my Military is S30 I think so I’m excited 😊)
@guncotton19508 жыл бұрын
2 girlfriends in a row liked to wave kitchen knives around when angry so I deleted all of my kitchen knives years ago this being said I use knives from my personal collection for everything including opening milk bags and have for decades -crazy i know - cheers
@dubglock23128 жыл бұрын
code 4 is the best at so many areas!!! love it as a edc and its great dressed up or down and gives u a whole lot of bang for the buck....…that said i also love the ultimate hunter and swift and lawman and recon.....i want to see a comparison between swift and ultimate hunter
@mrowoofers101 Жыл бұрын
I know this is an old video, but I just ordered the Code 4. Both are quire similar from what I can see, in fact, they are both using S35VN steel at the time of me making this comment. The main reason I got the Code 4 is due to the price, but thinking about it, I'm not gonna be using knives for tactical stuff any time soon anyway, so the lighter and slimmer Code 4 is probably the better option for me anyway. Oh, also, I'm getting the spear-point version since it has a strong tip while having a good belly, sorta an intermediate between the tanto and the clip-point in my opinion. Also, great review, man. First time watching a video on this channel and I will be watching more.
@ScottieG598 жыл бұрын
I have the Code 4 and a couple Recon 1 knives, and, when my hands are dry, I have to be careful handling the Code 4. Once the blade is deployed, it is easy to hold onto the Code 4. I may try some friction tape on the non-clip side and back of the Code 4. For now, I put spare screws in the unused pocket clip holes, which helps slightly in pulling it out of my pocket. Also, I am using a lanyard to help hold on if I flip the knife open.
@jerryknight25717 күн бұрын
I liked the tanto for skinning deer.
@General_Manager_Radahn7 жыл бұрын
Any opportunity(within reason) too use my knives, I happily take. Milk bags included.
@pavlepetrovic68469 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!! God bless you man!!!
@notanundercovercop88516 жыл бұрын
I pulled out my Recon 1 at work to slice open a bag in front of a co-worker and he said, "What the fuck? Are you going to kill a bear later?" LOL!
@cameronutt63837 жыл бұрын
Code 4 CTS XHP spear point gets my vote. Put some friction tape on it and it's no longer slick. Leave the knife about half open overnight and it makes the triad lock smoother (it's not all that bad to begin with honestly, the recon 1 I tried was way more brutal). The only thing I don't like is it's "assisted closing" for lack of a better way to put it, it just seemed a little sketchy at first and kinda took me by surprise. Great knife overall though.
@enigmarocker6 жыл бұрын
Great video and thanks for making! My only two cents is that the G10 scales on the Recon 1 (that I already own) is so rough that it destroys pockets, even my jeans after some use. Im going to buy a Code 4 after watching this video because the less agressive scales are exactly what Im looking for while keeping a very similar feature set like the Recon 1 has. Thanks again!
@fredgarvin44825 жыл бұрын
stop wearing leotards and yoga pants. then you will not have this problem anymore :)
@notanundercovercop88516 жыл бұрын
"The Tri-ad lock is stiff." You can say that again. If you're used to a Spyderco or a Benchmade this might annoy you a lot. Good idea warning everyone. I personally don't mind. I love knowing my knife's locking mechanism is strong enough for me to stand on it without it breaking.
@TheAgentAssassin6 жыл бұрын
Yeah I like stiff locks . My little micro recon can chop down a small tree if I tried.
6 жыл бұрын
I bought both knives like the code 4 in SharePoint got the recon 1 in clip point happy with both knives you get,a lot for the money great review thanks.
@RealBushMonkey8 жыл бұрын
I haven't seen bagged milk out west here in probably 20yrs or more.
@countrymusing6 жыл бұрын
I’ve been using the Recon 1 for a couple years now. The cts-xhp steel really holds an edge for a long time.
@DPIDDY696 жыл бұрын
Broken Skull is sort of a clip point hybrid of both. really want the code 4 tanto just a great looking blade
@user-ng1kc7xb5n5 жыл бұрын
Especially like Code 4 in spearpoint blade.
@powerplay4real1744 жыл бұрын
I'm getting both !! you made good points Cold Steel is the best IMHO 😕
@RussianVitamines7 жыл бұрын
i can see, that the sharpening notch on recon 1 might give some problems for sharpening with flat stones... and in general OCD trigger to some people.
@abc456f7 жыл бұрын
Great video. I have the American Lawman and have been deciding to get the recon 1 or code 4. I'm leaning towards the recon, clip point.
@johnhuey99123 жыл бұрын
What is a milk bag?
@martywilliams74017 жыл бұрын
i carry a para 2. this might sound funny but i was wanting a backup knife to carry in my boot. basically for a shtf scenario. i really love the look of the code 4 tonto and thought it would serve the roll well. hard use, light,good size,greatlock and wouldn't rub my leg raw like the recon 1 probably would. what do think?
@NeilTheKnifeGuy8 жыл бұрын
LMAO. Love that I'm not the only one that opens my bags of milk with my pocket knife. Think I'm getting the recon 1 in the near future I liked the way it felt in hand when I went to S&R a few months ago.
@twai80364 жыл бұрын
Which would you recommend for camping, hiking, bushcraft stuff?
@Kevinclearysharpstuff4 жыл бұрын
recon 1 or better yet ultimate hunter white mountain knives has them for 105 or so plus you could use my discount code same goes for the recon and code4 I guess
@grominwithrob13393 жыл бұрын
Own both and beat the crap out of them. I carry the code 4 because it’s thinner and clips on the pocket better. I sanded the g10 scales under the clip on the recon so it pockets easier and quits sanding my jeans so bad.
@ashleygovender41043 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevin. Thank you for your video.. Also love your books. I love love good theological books and all things cold steel. The Code 4 is by next blade.
@Kevinclearysharpstuff3 жыл бұрын
thanks I have spent a lot of quality time with the code 4 and the books
@guncotton19508 жыл бұрын
By the way the slippery handle on the code 4 is a deal breaker for me even though I think it is a nicer looking knife than the recon 1 my choice would be recon 1 four inch tanto as I find they perform very much like a clip point or spear point in EDC tasks but are more robust
@getfucked21647 жыл бұрын
Got new US made blade Recon 1 tanto pretty stoked
@dalecarpenter83596 жыл бұрын
The cold steels i have in xhp seem much tighter and they have the made order apostleps sharpening choil
@mattrosenberg61085 жыл бұрын
I've owned both. I think I prefer the Code 4 just slightly. I also enjoy the books in the background. Are you a pastor or did you get a theology degree anywhere?
@Kevinclearysharpstuff5 жыл бұрын
I am a minister yeah
@benfelland8 жыл бұрын
Crazy how the code 4 is still lighter
@dubglock23128 жыл бұрын
awesome!!!! love both blades!!! great video
@martywilliams74017 жыл бұрын
i was wandering how you like the code 4 tonto now after you've had it for several months? are you still happy with the blade shape you picked or do you wish you would have went back with the spear point? im trying to decide between the code 4 and the recon 1and between spear point and tonto.
@Kevinclearysharpstuff7 жыл бұрын
Marty Williams tough choice the drop or spear point are probably a little more versatile if you only have one knife versatility is really important all that said I love the tanto and am glad I went with it
@Kevinclearysharpstuff7 жыл бұрын
I actually had a code 4 for years and love it, I would say if you have other knives and want a change a tanto is nice but I find a knife with a belly to be a little more versatile so would lean toward the spear point. I also have the Recon one and love it it's a little big but if you don't mind that it's a winner. these choices are really a matter of preference. Hope that offers a little help.
@martywilliams74017 жыл бұрын
Kevin cleary been using the tanto for a boot knife edc it has worked out very well! i dont use it very often my pm2 is my edc. with the code 4 being so thin i forget its there. I use it for more abusive cutting and leave the pm 2 in the pocket. i do love the looks of the tanto and it functions great. i do however sometimes wish i had gotten the spear point because the tanto is a booger to sharpen. great knife though!
@19ADAM807 жыл бұрын
New subscriber here... Great video...., I usually always carry one that size in a sheath.., although I've never owned either of those two, but I have the recon 1 coming in Aus8, I'm gonna strip the black coating from it, as I prefer a satin finish.. I came across a deal I couldn't turn down.., all in AUS8 steel, should be here the coming week. Recon 1 clip Recon 1 mini clip Recon 1 micro clip & the fixed blade SRK Thanks for all the info buddy.. Looking forward to more..!
@Kevinclearysharpstuff7 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro I'm sure you'll love the recon 1 and I'm glad you like the content
@19ADAM807 жыл бұрын
Kevin cleary For sure bud, you're welcome..👍🏼
@TheAgentAssassin6 жыл бұрын
Recon 1 is almost like carrying a fixed blade. Awesome knife for the money.
@deeedeee895 жыл бұрын
I like how you first gain some experience with the knives before reviewing them. Can't stand the out-of-the-box-reviews. Greetings from Germany!
@jdnotariano8 жыл бұрын
CTS-XHP is just a notch above S30V from what I have been reading. Is that what you would say also?
@Kevinclearysharpstuff8 жыл бұрын
+Pietro B It's tough to call both are very good steel's really not sure what I prefer
@jdnotariano8 жыл бұрын
+Kevin cleary Thanks, I was just reading some more forums on the comparison. They are both modern powdered steels but s30v has a bit more vanadium which helps with wear resistance, but XHP will take and hold a finer edge for nearly as long while being easier to sharpen. CTS-XHP is more my preference, since it is basically combining all the best properties of 440C and D2 tool steel. Another way to look at it is CTS-XHP is much like S30V but with a finer micro grain structure since it has less vanadium (V) and more chromium (Cr). I have a Chemistry background, so this is interesting to me. Thanks for the reply.
@jdnotariano8 жыл бұрын
+adam faion Both have high corrosion resistance, about equal is my guess.
@donaldwortham16617 жыл бұрын
Pietro B heard it was better chip resistant
@koengerts3 жыл бұрын
I like how G10 feels but imo it often looks so cheap and I can't get over that. Love the look of those aluminium scales on the Code 4. Ultimately I would carry the Recon 1 if it was purely and solely about performance, although it wouldn't matter much I think.
@mattmaiden49208 жыл бұрын
Awsome knifes good vid.How do yall get milk in bags that's so different than in USA
@Kevinclearysharpstuff8 жыл бұрын
+MATT MAIDEN just google it you'll see there are tons of pictures out there
@mattmaiden49208 жыл бұрын
+Kevin cleary k thanx
@TheAgentAssassin6 жыл бұрын
We have milk bags in the USA , I used them at work to refill the milk dispenser. Ours didn't need to be cut though . It used a crimp on a tube system. When you open the lever the tube un-crimps the tube and milk comes out. It was a huge 5 gallon plastic bag with a tube.
@notanundercovercop88516 жыл бұрын
CTS-XHP is considered a stainless D2 steel or a high hardness 440C steel. It's a 67 on the hardness scale.
@stormnordnes11895 жыл бұрын
Sure? It's verry easy to sharpen on my Worksharp with blade grinding attatchment... yesterday I actually made it so dull, chopping, edge on stone, all just to make it as dull as I could in use because I changed my belts on the grinder.. it took me about 7 minutes to make it cut atoms... so rockwell hardness can't be that high?
@philipdeppen28902 жыл бұрын
At most 64 not 67
@NNNNabeshin8 жыл бұрын
If you are slicing your opponent, the fight is over and you are...eating him? The word is slash.
@BrutalJuice1383 жыл бұрын
What Would Jesus Carry? My money is on the Voyager Xl tanto.
@Kevinclearysharpstuff3 жыл бұрын
I think it would be a civivi dogma
@BrutalJuice1383 жыл бұрын
He has excellent taste.
@BrutalJuice1383 жыл бұрын
And I see what you did there...
@bibigreen65334 жыл бұрын
Have you ever seen a policeman stab someone?
@LB-np5zv4 жыл бұрын
Have you?
@getfucked21647 жыл бұрын
Expensive tho over $100 :$
@levimiller50075 жыл бұрын
Only if you're a broke ass nigga.
@dalecarpenter88287 жыл бұрын
i find the cold steel tantos to be to blunt
@davidwatson30355 жыл бұрын
Knives and bibles. Typical conflicted American. Break your conditioning guy.