Knife Safety, Selection, and Use with Kirsten Rechnitz

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

Kirsten Rechnitz is one of the best survival instructors in the Industry. Why is she on my channel? She's a friend of mine, her instruction is on point, and this is one of several chapters in her film "Survival HD" (High Desert) by the Survival Summit that is available on my website graybeardedgnreenberet.com/shop I thought you might like to take a sneak peek into her film and get to know her as well. Absolutely phenomenal instructor. Here is one of many chapters in her film where she discusses knife safety, selection, and use. My film is about the Eastern Woodlands and her film is about the Desert and High Desert. It's a winning combo with techniques that are applicable to many other areas as well.

[@benmacdhui]

Grey-bearded SF gentleman. Brilliant & very informative video, both for beginners and vets as well. Cheers!

[@wazza2903]

The Gray Bearded Green Beret nice clip very informative especially the knapping section, I was thinking the bits of shards could be used with a steel for fire lighting as well. Production and audio is awesome as well. Thanks for sharing.

[@adamhumphries6918]

Really enjoyed this one Josh! I personally don't like knives stored either at the groin nor neck but that's just me. Great video and I'd love to see more of these

[@stevenoyes3988]

You never fail to surprise and delight. Very informative. Great video. Thank you.

[@GTIwarrior]

The Gray Bearded Green Beret This just kicked my excitement up a couple notches. I follow you, corporal, and Dave Canterbury religiously but don’t often see much that applies to my area. Here in eastern Colorado it’s all high desert and plains.

[@MrRoman-lo6ih]

You look good without the beard.

[@Roman-lu1xn]

There's nothing wrong with the beard.

[@dirtysouthbushcraftandmma9784]

@@Roman-lu1xn Joke Your head

[@karlo9944]

And the voice sounds so much clearer.

[@garylee8132]

I'd like to see her get her own channel it would influence more women to be come involved in survival/bush crafting.

[@TheSurvivalSummit]

As would I but she’s not a fan of social media so that won’t happen. I want to make more films with her which is a strong possibility.

[@user-bh3ew6ii4g]

I concur! I'll learn from who ever knows what they are doing, but as a woman it's nice to get this information from another woman, and I agree with Gary Lee. To a lot of people having a role model, someone like them, makes a big difference in helping them realize they can do it too.

[@user-bh3ew6ii4g]

@@TheSurvivalSummit please do! She's a great teacher. I think she would be an important role model to a lot of women and girls too. When I was a girl (decades ago) learning bushcraft and survival I would have thrilled to have a female role model.

[@GAUROCH2]

@@TheSurvivalSummit That's nice! A true strong woman, an expert in a predominant male field, that is not entitled, doesn't make strange noises with her voice, doesn't dye her her hair in green or purple, and doesn't like social media... there not much of those WOMAN anymore... and this rotten world needs lots and lots of fine people like her and Joshua...

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

@@GAUROCH2 Agreed ! I'm a new subscriber to this channel, heard about it from Corporal's Corner - CPL Kelly fmr. USMC. I also subscribe to Ranger Survival & Fieldcraft - Major Andrew, Army Ranger, and Stoker-matic - SFC Stoker, US Army. (I'm a veteran NCO so I go towards others who served) The world could definitely do with more folks like these ! I've learned one hellova lot ! And I'm not one of those insecure men who refuse to learn from a woman. Two of my favorite Officers were ladies... and not just because they were "eye candy". They had damned good brains, knew their jobs, yet didn't "go butch" and lose their feminity. Oh yeah, and don't forget the "women" with the duck face, and silicone pumped lips... This is the ONLY "social media" I do...

[@asmith7876]

She's one in a million...what an amazing block of instruction, so much covered in 30 minutes each topic could be its own class. And I was wondering what that white-handled knife was....a Cold Steel Bushman according to comments! Well I need to dig mine out and take another look at it! Great video like always.

[@TheSurvivalSummit]

Her film is over 5 hours long so you can imagine how many skills she covers in it. It’s insane how much knowledge she possesses. The white handled knife, if I remember correctly was a homemade blade. The handle had white grip tape on. I could be wrong, it was a few years ago.

[@GurlWhytedaug]

MY FAVORITE BLADE PERIOD BESIDES NY D2 STEEL POCKET FOLDER CAUSE THEY ALSO HOLD THEIR SHARPNESS VERY WELL

[@kentondurrant8017]

Excellent and thorough presentation. I hope you do more of these in a series and maybe have these people do a video with you to combine your excellent wealth of knowledge and theirs too.

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

Would be great! I am probably going to drop a couple more of hers next week.

[@kentonhammond8938]

I rarely run across guys with our cool name !! I hated it as a kid, & most people called me Kenny, but when ya grow up things get real & you have go with it. I like it now.

[@GAUROCH2]

...there is a special Mora model, similar to the one Kirsten is using, but with special san-mai blade, rat-tail (so stronger the the common Mora), and a leather sheath. I am not a Mora fan, but that model is fantastic (it's my only Mora),and it is, by far, my sharpest knife and I love it (although the handle might get a bit sleepery, specially if soiled with grease or blood, but I improved it pyro engraving little dots all along the handle. Stay well and thanks for the excellent presentation!

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

@Gauroch2... I've noticed that the majority of Fieldcraft KZbinrs use the Mora. From what I can gather, because it's tough, and quite inexpensive. I'm not a fan of the Mora either. Although I don't plan on using it for fieldcraft on a regular basis, I want a knife that can be used for that, and defense, within my budget... and "Made in America". I was considering the Ontario 499 USAF survival knife, but I read so many bad reviews. I ended up getting a Ka-bar Dogs Head, but the tang is rat tail. I think I'll save up for the TOPS Black Heat or Black Rhino

[@traviseastlick5342]

I bought a camping spork that has a handy little small wrinch set that I put a single edge blade edge on the handle. It fixed my snowplow. @6:02 the word that you're looking for is "fulcrum point"

[@gringo3009]

Awesome! Respect for that young lady!

[@DOUBLETAP-xc8qu]

Thank you for bringing Kirsten to my attention. I enjoyed this video and look forward to both films.

[@jonlouis2582]

What sort of person would thumbs down this? Great presentation.

[@_Planeview_]

Idiots, worlds full of em.

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

Probably some guys who are too insecure about their masculinity

[@BBQDad463]

Once again, Ms. Rechnitz hits it out of the park. Many thanks for this video! 😁💛

[@JEEROFUKU]

What a charming and knowledgable woman 🙏🏻🍀♥️

[@DF4Trap]

Absolutely phenomenal instructor is correct.

[@Liv1ngTheDream]

Always nice to be reminded of the cutting capability of stone.

[@kato73jt]

What a great video. Thanks Kristen for sharing.

[@1skinnypuppy]

How many times can like a video!?!?! Thank you very much

[@ryanbond8528]

This is an awesome vid .... Looking forward to more of this .....be safe love you both

[@TmanPlaysUncensoredGaming]

Great vid with Kirsten, she is awesome. I'm sure I've seen this same video a few years ago though.

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

Probably. Her film was done a few years ago

[@TmanPlaysUncensoredGaming]

@@GrayBeardedGreenBeret I thought so, but one can never get enough of her, the way she teaches, calm demeanor, definitely another to person to look up to and learn from. Looking forward to Into the Woods movie. See what I did there? Have a gooder.

[@unfi6798]

Awesome.!! My three girls ( one plus twins ) are following & enjoying this, Kirsten is their outback idol. Hope to see more of her, teaching my girls on survival & safety technics. Cheers mate.!

[@Robert.Northwoods]

Unfortunately this Morakniv model at around 3:50 has a rat tail tang and not 3/4 tang. Sorry

[@bradenchurch552]

Wow, what a great presenter and great info. I learned a lot. Thank you.

[@hbarwickjr]

Very good information well done.

[@pobo6113]

It is evident that you have a vast knowledge base and people can learn a lot from you. Teaching is not easy. Expressing your thoughts in a logical way to someone that is learning ( they do not know what you are talking about ) is not easy. After all you know what you are talking about. Teaching in person is very different then KZbin. You could have a group of people that are like minded, but on you tube you have no idea who is watching. You were working in shadow. I couldn’t see what you were doing. I hope you will take what I am saying as constructive criticism and not a put down. I believe your knowledge is there and you have a future it teaching and in KZbin. I support you as a woman in bushcraft. You can encourage other other women.

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

Keep in mind she isn’t the one running the cameras. If she is teaching in shadow that’s on the camera folks, not her

[@ajcourteau]

Great video, very informative. Question GB2: when are you coming out with your Puukko knife? I've been holding off getting one until yours comes available.

[@TheSurvivalSummit]

I hope soon, I got to see it in person and it’s a great knife. Picking one up for sure when it comes out.

[@rc3037]

Ditto on the Puuka wait. What a super presentation

[@ROE1300]

Interesting video, especially the portion on rocks and creating stone tools. Thank you for sharing.

[@taffdavies35]

Every day is a school day. Thank you.

[@eloycastaneda955]

Thanks for the knowledge.

[@opalprestonshirley1700]

Thank you Kirsten and Josh for an excellent presentation on a very important subject.

[@TangoCowabunga]

Where can I buy that chopper? Hey cool video, learned a lot.

[@thefucrew9865]

Another point of view to help people think as to the capabilities of bladed implements. Adding to the knowledge. Keep up the great work !!!

[@agnosjr]

Awesome, thank you. Kristen you rock! Cheers.

[@TheSurvivalSummit]

She is the best! Her and Josh are my favorite instructors out there.

[@bradfrancis9473]

Great Video..fantastic info. Thanks

[@dougspizman6751]

Always a pleasure to see Kristen spittin that wisdom. Always something to learn or refresh if your paying attention.

[@frankrinaldo4527]

An actual list of the equipment would be greatly appreciated!!!

[@jimzwerlein6012]

Excellent video and advise. Thanks.

[@mkonvo]

Hey Josh, given all of your time in the woods have you ever run into a sasquatch??

[@mattlindgren2886]

He IS sasquatch.

[@GAUROCH2]

when thinking of subscribing to a channel, I ask my self 2 questions: - in a shtf ...would I like that person to be in the same group as me? - ...would I give my best to help that person / group? Mr Joshua, though somewhat introverted and with a calm voice, is undoubtly a excellent leader, survival instructor and a person to trust! Personaly, those flashy / trendy tv-stars / sofa-coachers are not my cup of tea... I do not like persons that bragg... After all, calling him a Sasquatch is a compliment...doesn't it means "creature of the woods"...?

[@mike-yp1uk]

Great video let's see the sharpening, stropping and getting that razor edge.

[@refugiosurvival9582]

Hello, following you from here in the Amazon jungle, Brazil. Be prepared!!!

[@hero2006]

Great video and thanks for sharing.

[@jamesleochen7816]

AWSOME!! This is a very useful video,I like it

[@buckfifty3470]

Awesome!!! GB2 and his PSYOP. Kirsten is cool. Is it just me or has anyone else envisioned a #4 or #6 treble hook attached to one of those ear rings would make a good casting spoon?

[@c.d.halfhill876]

Depending where I am in a back country I often carry a trapper's knife and a stockman's knife. The muskrat blade of the trapper's knife is excellent for skinning large game when you have to carry it out. I like the muskrat blade because it enables me when I'm preserving the hides. On the other hand the spay of stockman's knife is excellent for skinning getting a small game. Again it's my intention to preserve the hide. I also have a schrarade sharp finger knife I wear as a neck knife. The angles of the blade gives me multi-use of it especially while hunting. I've often hunted in The valleys and Camping the mountains. When I am unable to get back to my campsite I can camp on the valley floor and skin and cook up what I hunted that morning. I have a smaller fillet knife that I carry in a small survival tackle box for the days that I go and fly fish or just fish. Thanks for the information.

[@shawnr771]

Very cool. Great information and well presented. Thank you for posting this on your channel.

[@MrGlobalTransport]

Looking forward to a marathon binge of instruction when I get these two videos haha. Another very informative instructor with a sense of humor? I’m all in. Any chance of adding to the Flintlock lineup?

[@TheSurvivalSummit]

You’ll really enjoy the binge! Into the Woods and Kirsten’s film are 2 of my favorite films we’ve produced. Both were a ton of fun to film as you will see with all the bloopers :)

[@MikeRyu2]

Looking forward to getting the package deal of the vids you two have next week! Question, why doesn't she have a channel?

[@MikeRyu2]

Eric Ocasio Thank you Eric!

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

She doesn’t really do social media. She has no interest in it. She did used to work for BOSS so probably has some videos over there

[@Roman-lu1xn]

I'm liking the scandi grind she put on the cold steel bushman.

[@semco72057]

I have a variety of knives beginning with pocket knives and up to survival knives. My backpack have a folding knife and it used for use in food preparation and as a backup tool for survival purposes. On my utility belt is a full tang knife as my primary tool and is used for everything I can't use my folding saw for. I carry a sharpening stone with me when out camping and it can sharpen all my tools when in the field.

[@73CHD3M0]

Adding to 9:25 i woudl say, the sharper the blade, the less force you need to use and this limits the risk of loosing control when the wood gives in. Image a normal slice of wood with a sharp knive: Less force, way more control. And even if you cut yourself, the amount of power you need to stop your hand/arm from going in the wrong direction is less in comparison to a blunt knife where you add a lot of force to even make the cut through the wood. I teached that to my junior chefs, that only a sharp knife is a secure knife. Stay safe and enjoy the time outdoors :)

[@bushecho7281]

Well presented quality video. Cheers.

[@cherrybomb3713]

What big knife was that and what was that little belt knife she had

[@BladeWalker77]

Thank you, very well explained. Nice carpet, I have one very similar from Bolivia. Greetings from Italy.

[@hanka3930]

thank you for the knowledges.

[@sjohnson4882]

How about a link to your pukko.?

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

My Puukko isn’t available yet

[@sjohnson4882]

@@GrayBeardedGreenBeret Thanks

[@Joinordie718]

I really dig this lady. Tell me more about her. She is very knowledgeable on primitive survival systems and probably on bush crafting as well. Who is she green beret. Thanks 🙏

[@patagoniatextil7429]

MORE please!!!! love love the female perspective and presence. We are not only guys in the woods. ;)

[@natesmultishop1814]

I would love to see how she sharpens her folding saw blades. I just buy replacements but I hate throwing them away.

[@thomasryan3491]

I hand sharpen my wood working saws. Use a file or a small diamond file and follow the angles for a folding saw blade. You don’t need to set the kerf on it. The folding saw blade is not made to be resharpened. You can but the metal is hard and can’t be sharpened and reused as long as a high quality wood working saw. Paul sellers has good saw sharpening videos. Watch some and adapt it to the folding saw. Hope that helps.

[@ThrivingWithGaylaDGaia]

Which model is she using here? I'm looking to purchase a silky for myself soon

[@natesmultishop1814]

@@ThrivingWithGaylaDGaia looks like the corona razortooth. I use the silky gomboy 240 and love it. Also have the pocket boy but the weight savings is not worth the lost length IMHO.

[@danhaywood5696]

Very enlightening video. I wont do neck lanyard rig though, but Ive shoulder rigged before plenty. This video is awesome, the information rare.

[@togster186]

Good job on your presentation as many really are clueless about knife edikit .Having been a Chef for many years as well as a outdoorsman, I stress the pracice of safe knife handling, as I have seen some very bad accidents with them happen, and rushing people to the E.R.. Thank you.

[@charleschrismon9482]

Just a mention not a criticism, she is teaching about knife safety and, with a knife in her hand reaches up and adjusts her hair with the knife in the same hand she does that with. She started me when she did that. lol

[@qtquick]

Awesome instruction.

[@redman8067]

Man shes dope, great instructor

[@latergator3367]

This video is brilliant! These are important skills explained simply by an excellent presenter with experience and great vocabulary! Thank You !

[@killerapearchery2693]

So when’s your Puukko gonna be available? Love the design for it.

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

It’s releasing at Blade Show this year in Atlanta

[@Joinordie718]

I recommend using a strop after using your knife not a sharpener. If you have not damaged it.

[@joeeasterling5652]

My urban carry I carry 2 folding knives one in each front pockets and one small fixed blade neck knife. When camping I carry multiple fixed blade knives, mainly the Esee 4 and 6. I want to purchase a good knife soon with a scandi grind. My bug out bag I have a gerber strongarm.

[@descattysBushcraftbydescattys]

Good stuff mate 👍 Thank you 🙏

[@petter5721]

A Mora knife, a Gransfors ax and a Sandvik saw is what I carry in the woods.

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

Get my entire film here: graybeardedgreenberet.com/into-the-woods

[@jeffnotti9932]

yeah i have seen this video before.. it is the text book for sure.. It is an out standing video.. one great point is her small woodwork and chopper combo.. I get the feeling that having the right well thought out tools is over really an important consideration and then once you make your choice train with the tool. I have been living with a ZT301 in my pocket. it was intimidating when i got it but after using it and practicing with it the knife and i have an understanding.. thanks for the reminder.. repetition, practice, improving technique and leaning and understanding theory will take you a long way J

[@mikehagan4320]

Constrictive Comment only. If you could get more Close ups the Lessons and points made in the Video would be easier to Understand. A very useful video and time well spent. Best Wishes from Montana M.H.

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

See, that’s how you leave a constructive critique on KZbin. Be like Mike 👍

[@garry-garaidhbryant-obriai6700]

She teaches the topic very well, and good to have her introduce for I live out west, needed to have someone who can help me understand this climate. i've learned a great deal from you Joshua, enjoy you skills, etc., but some things are for the east. LOL

[@jordy703]

Hey man nice video. I was interested about what you think about the Benchmade Puuko 200? Low price and good steel and cool Scandinavian style Puuko. Thx 👍🏼

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

I have never actually used it to be able to say. It is a really good price for CPM3V without question.

[@jordy703]

@@GrayBeardedGreenBeret i have ordered it and own the Garberg. I like Puuko style knives and this looks like a mix between a Mora and a Puukko knife. Nice sheath leather also. Thx for your answer maybe one day you would use one.

[@rickirelan8385]

Where do I sign,,,Amen,,,,,

[@damoose623]

Is this your wife? If so she is amazing and I'm happy for you brother 🙏.

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

Kirsten is not my wife, no. She is an incredible instructor though

[@prostarmansd]

She is awesome! Would love to Train at BOSS someday. I'm headed to Karamat today for the week! 😁😁😁😁

[@jasonpettit9984]

Very informative vid,,, really appreciate your time and knowledge thank you for sharing this with me...

[@kevinAuman1]

I really like her, I would definitely be interested in taking some survival courses from her

[@tonymiller8764]

Enjoyed!

[@hellsbellspreparedness2722]

She’s the best! I learned a lot from her and the DVD’s were great. Looking forward to yours GBGB. U guys are the best! 👍🍻

[@Carolinaskymaclean]

Awesome video. Godbless

[@DoomOfConviction]

You can hone on a piece of cardboard with compound on top.

[@jackburton3114]

Is that a Cold Steel Bushman she using for a chopper?

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

I believe so

[@chancecarlton8403]

Great info, thanks.

[@glenray7464]

What kind of regrind did she have on that cold steel knife

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

Convex is what it looks like to me

[@glenray7464]

Thanks thats what I think I see too .I have been looking into getting a bushman because it is kind of light for the size it is. It looks crude to me but there is mixed reviews out there. Well she a instructor and it looks like she has been useing it for a while. It must be pretty good.since it kind of thin she must have put on that convex grind to reduce chipping from botoning.

[@bulevarknjiga6691]

I like old knives. Nothing against new ones, but I like used ones.

[@Red_Proton]

Would Kirsten recommend an Ulu?

[@flysubcompact]

Last time i saw sage that tall was in southern Montana.

[@BillDrives]

@11:47 after talking about knife safety, brushes her hair past her face holding a large knife :(

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

I do a lot of things while holding a knife.

[@BillDrives]

@@GrayBeardedGreenBeret lol, Im sure you do.

[@spiceweasel945]

The Gray Bearded Green Beret - and some things are even best done holding a knife..

[@GAUROCH2]

...she surely has the skills and practice to do it...!!!

[@BillDrives]

@Nunya Business Nonsense.

[@jessierobbins2321]

Very good job on this vedio and I will be looking forward to more .by the way thanks graybeard!

[@jaybaughn8090]

Is she still with Boss?

[@GrayBeardedGreenBeret]

Not for a few years now

[@minguscreek]

Juniper...please. Not sagebrush. Well paced, excellent presentation. Thank you

[@mackmcnasty27]

Gibbs rule #9

[@tomritter493]

Don't know who she is but seems to know her she

[@tgonzoE29]

Love that laugh!!!

[@scottanthony1616]

Awesome video, thank you for sharing, would like to see more like this. God bless you and your Family always. 🇺🇸🔥☕️🇺🇸👼🏻

[@virginiacopeland108]

Thumbs up!!! Clark

[@frankmorris2603]

That accent is mild. Almost a bit of Aussie in there. Spent much time in Straya Kirsten ??

[@Red_Proton]

If I can only take 3: Condor Tool and Knife Village Parang (10" blade), TOPS Brothers of Bushcraft knife (4.5" blade), and Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel. But, if the shovel is only a shovel, and it's sharpened edges are ignored, then I'd take a Buck Knives CSAR-T Responder Tactical folding knife (3.5" blade).

[@TheSurvivalSummit]

Love the TOPS Brothers of Bushcraft knife

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

I wanted (still do) a knife that would serve two primary purposes... Fieldcraft and "combat" (yes, I know how). I was seriously considering the Ontario 499 USAF survival knife. But after reading so many poor reports on it (GBGB had a video on it), I went to the Ka-bar Dogs Head. Most every Bushcraft KZbinr uses the Mora, it's not a combat blade. So still wanting one capable of both, keeping within my budget, and "Made in America", I've decided to save for the TOPS Black Heat or Black Rhino. Re your remark about a shovel, the Russian Spetznaz train with their field spades as a weapon. The Buck CSAR is a great knife, but for me, it's weight is such I might as well go with a fixed blade.

[@adamant8501]

How would know, that 360p might be needed here, so that blades can't take her shine fam

[@TheVictory56]

carry superglue in your kit for cuts