"Last Ditch" Survival Knife 3 River Blades

[@schlooonginator]

I want to support North American knife makers but you're completely right. About $90 is what I might pay for a small 5160 fixed blade w/ cord wrap. At $200 , it opens a whole realm of knives with better steels, larger and micarta scales. Personally, I really like those SURVIVE! GSO series in 3V...at the $200 dollar mark. The heat treat is by Peter's so it ain't crap.

[@mds19238]

I'm not sure why there are a bunch of comments on the cost...they are worth every penny that someone is willing to spend. Go to your local hardware store, locate the pruning shears, pick yourself up a replacement pruning shear blade. They run around eight to ten dollars, have different shapes with a 'chisel grind blades', are easy to sharpen and the 'handle' area can be easily be wrapped with your favorite cord. Lastly, if you lose it, no big deal, back to hardware store. I love mine.

[@law0306]

I'm Christan also and i dont see anything wrong with the music or your posts. Please keep the good videos coming. This is a great place you have here were we can talk like adults and discuss things of interest.

[@binalongberrico4808]

Any video that has ACDC music deserves a thumbs up.

[@USNERDOC]

Nicely done Sootch! This looks like a great knife. Thanks for the link.

[@3riverblades]

Thank you for the support!

[@Happitactical]

Im very happy with my purchase from 3river blades. Highly recommended.

[@3riverblades]

I wanted to thank Sootch for doing a great job on my review. The consensuses is that this is a great good quality knife but to expensive correct? Well most of the people complaining are teenagers or young adults so that makes sense that they have little money. For those that are comparing this to ESSE, You are way off this is not factory made knife It was ground out by hand. I will be giving a Sootch 20% off scotch discount go to the website it will only be up for then end of this month! Thanks

[@3riverblades]

Thank You for the support brother

[@ramblinross4039]

Thank you much for taking the time to do this.

[@3riverblades]

Yes I know all about the market and stream lining, however Esse has an factory and army of people working and automated CEC machines. I'm one man in a small shop making knives with grinders and hand tools. Its like comparing apples to oranges. If its all about the cost then I guess you have your answer. Sootch has been a great friend and positive influence on my business. I hope one day to go commercial and not have to spend days in the grind shop, until then I have to get paid for my work. TY

[@cokeyNbk]

Thank you for serving Mr Kaiser

[@3riverblades]

The Para-cord is for latching it to a stick to make a spear. TY

[@TWANGnBANG]

Great video! I, too, have quite a few animal-induced outtakes, and I wouldn't have it any other way. :)

[@3riverblades]

Thank you for the support. Some people think only in costs, however I hand make all my blades. Its not some china stamped junk for 30 bucks. Its 40 hours of work at least. Its not for everyone but if you want a knife you can hand down to your grand kids, the knives I make wont let your down.

[@TheMrBigCat36]

i have some of that material on the tabel for when i go set up a flea markets or swap meets depending on where your from

[@3riverblades]

Glad to hear it!

[@moviking]

Hope you get one of Johns Axes when they come out to review for us.

[@27dcx]

5160 is a great steel, super tough and it will take surface rust if not maintained but does not take pitting and the rust will clean up easily. The finish is really nice but i don't think a hollow, chisel grind would be my first choice for a survival knife. A little chopping tip: if you bend the sapling a bit as you chop, it stresses the wood fibers and makes chopping it much easier as they pop under tension when the blade impacts.

[@walterric]

Great looking knife, I love the steel.

[@mds19238]

I recently went to my local Ace Hardware store, while browsing I saw replacement pruning shear blades. I bought a one, took it home, sharpened it, wrapped the handle para cord and have decided to order a sheet of kydex for the sheath. Blade cost $6.99, has chisel grind and enough blade & handle length to work effectively. For a low cost 'get-away' knife let your imagination go.

[@pastorjerryk]

Thanks man...been looking for a concealed carry knife...Thanks.

[@dustinnop]

great channel ! your videos are very entertaining and a must watch in my book

[@WAFFENSS69]

yet another great video from soochieboy

[@bohdimlh]

I love your videos Sootch! Keep up the great work! ;)

[@ODgreenCanteen]

I like the thickness of that blade.

[@3riverblades]

How would you know how heavy it is if you haven't purchased it?

[@maplecote]

They don't make this one anymore, sadly. They have a new and improved Last Ditch 2 - but it has a thicker handle with a kitchen knife look to it. No paracord hilt.

[@1AbominAble1]

I noticed some nice touches that others may have over looked on the knife like the rounded edges where the handle wrap is and where you place your thumb on the spine, maybe the complainers don't realize that this all adds to cost and the quality and feel of the knife. This particular model is not my style as I'm not a fan of the chisel grind but after seeing the design ill be subscribing and checking out your other knives.

[@Troop66Guide]

if ur looking for a fixed blade knife as a do everything outdoors knife, id go for the esee 6, or the 4 if u want a smaller knife, i dont like the 5 cuz it doesnt have the finger choil and its not full flat ground, i dont really like this knife either, its thick and the partial flat grind makes it too steep to cut wood efficiently, for a knife to fit this role id go with the esee izula, just my opinion, and im a 17 yr old highschool senior, so i understand ur situation

[@Funnyskilletgirl777]

dude I watch the heck out of his vids.... I'm a female viewer who loves this kinda stuff! I love the good, practical information given. 5:00 would make a great thumbnail, but the dude has his own style... Let him do his thing!

[@hikerboy16]

Does the paracord slide much on the handle? Or bunch up? Or does it stay firmly in one place?

[@3riverblades]

The hole is under the paracord you cant see it because of the wrap. Thanks

[@donnya1000]

Nice review, like the knife...What is the species of the tree with the absolutely beautiful reddish bark?

[@cokeyNbk]

Sootch, can you do a boot knife review

[@3riverblades]

End of march or until sold out

[@3riverblades]

Thanks so much Sootch! love the wife E and E comment. Great review!

[@3riverblades]

No you don't but this is custom and hand made, completely different from your factory stamped and CNC ground knives. This is for those that appreciate the craftsmanship and handmade knife. TY

[@ramblinross4039]

What model was it? I'd like to see it. I'm always interested in a new knife. Thanks for the info.

[@3riverblades]

Yes I understand we basically are a china-mart consumer driving economy however, knife collectors and people in the know realize what it takes to make these. They are not for everyone. I know guys that pay $800 for a Medford folding knife and over a $1000 for a Busse Knife. You have to wait 3 years for a Randell knife. So I ignore the ignorant comments. One day when my knives are worth over $1000, people will say dam I which I would have gotten on for $200 Thank you for the support Sir!

[@delav83]

Good looking blade!

[@3riverblades]

No not for a custom made knife, I have others on the website for a lower rate. TY

[@knifeniceguy]

were you a marine ? i ask because on youre reviews you usual table top is the marine corps woodland digi

[@ramblinross4039]

Which Gerber? I've never found a Gerber that excites me very much.

[@3riverblades]

Thank You Sir!

[@3riverblades]

Agreed, customs are not for everyone, my prices are a conservative compared to other custom guys. There are always going to be cheaper knives out there however you are paying for the blood, sweat and tears for the custom guys. I have lost more skin than I would like to remember. :) It's niche market, why are some people OK with composite stock and others want hand turned walnut on their guns...It up to the buyer. TY

[@CivilianSheepdog631]

looks like I've found my new fixed blade knife maybe time to retire my Old Timmer blade been using it sense I was 19.

[@northcacalacka545]

Some of 3river's blades are outstanding. I really like his bushcraft knives. I just can't pay for them. Do you think he could give some away? Just kidd'n.

[@glockbrothers]

Why not go with S90V Steel? Cost? Availability? or Something Else?

[@Troop66Guide]

Im sure this is a great knife, i just couldnt spend the money on it, and i was just trying to help him out to get his bases covered before he over spent on a knife, i just think ur first knife should have grips and b a little bigger, i would love to have one of these, but i just cant afford, its nice to se ur reading comments, i love your channel

[@mcafee1971]

Hey John, One Day Sale?? Or The Month of March?? Thanks

[@mcafee1971]

That Should Move a Lot of Blades. Great News!! Thanks Again.

[@BrianS2464]

@cpbarrington go to the website and check out the matte finished knives.

[@3riverblades]

Thank You sir!

[@wrightshot1]

Is it hard to sharpen being that it is only ground on one side?

[@Battle_Ratel]

Would there be a tanto style of blade available?

[@JimmyVoid86]

Damn that looks crazy💯👍🏻

[@ramblinross4039]

That is indeed a rugged looking knife. Did you give it hard use in Iraq? How hard of a test did you give it. Thanks again.

[@markedeloy]

What would you that have, that. Or the tops knives Black Rhino? Same price

[@dave3gs]

i have large hands, and the grip to this knife looks a bit small, but i like it.

[@hathiphnath]

Be careful, Sootch! Carrying items in the small of your back can very easily result in a broken spine if you fall on it. Having an item for a "step" there, it doesn't take much to dislodge one vertebrae from another should you fall upon it with your whole weight.

[@chrisloUSA]

Since you're reviewing knifes think you can do a review on knife sharpening tools? I have seen these simple devices on the internet that you just run the knife through and it sharpens the knife. You don't have to worry about the angle you run the knife or oils.

[@wingus79]

I am also a christian and I can't see how an instrumental can be devil music, thanks for the video sootch

[@3riverblades]

no it not for a custom made knife. I have others on the website if you cant afford that one. TY

[@Thuglife3369]

have you done any reviews on a fnp-45?

[@sensiblependragon7305]

Hello, I'm a long time viewer that's loved your channel for a while now. Found the channel from TNP. First comment on KZbin actually, but my question was in today's market is this really the blade to go with for the price? 170$ is a lot to me. But I want to build my prep as efficiently as possible while being a college student going for my degree. I understand the video is promoting it but is this towards people that need 1 knife for such use or people who can afford it with today's choices?

[@chrisloUSA]

Does it serve as a decent throwing knife?

[@3riverblades]

Thank You for proving my point

[@KyleLeeWoyote]

It's 1/4" steel so I'm guessing 7 or 8 ounces? I guess it's just a thing for some folks but I'm not trying to down your product I just feel there's knives out there for a better value. Like some similar blade for around $65. Maybe the custom knife world is it's own little niche but it seems you are on par comparing to the rest of the custom guys.

[@moviking]

Looks good, I'd like 1" to 1 1/2" gimping on top though.

[@Jdevil151]

Nice blade.

[@3riverblades]

I have not seen any of your knife making work posted anywhere. If you are than your understand that your opinion is selective. Chisel ground knives are stronger than double edge knives by design. The hollow although weaker can provide a better cutting edge on a 1/4 stock. This knife is 5160 tank. Its concept is when all else fails this is the go to knife. Its doesn't do everything the best. Its the last-ditch cutting tool to help you survive if the SHTF. Cost is relative to the work. Thank You.

[@OpaKnows]

With a 1/4" blade, why not grind out the other side? Is it a novelty thing? Because having it ground just on one side really limits the effectiveness of the functionality, IMO, just my mileage. It's always going to act like a chisel when going through wood. For me, the name fits.

[@joash480]

pure steel all the way, absolutely reliable!

[@3riverblades]

Awesome!

[@1AbominAble1]

Oh, and I like your comments and how you handled yourself, it's nice to see somebody put their money where their mouth is and you did that in spades with a 20% discount !

[@kristianbarry]

Cool knife! Simple

[@ramblinross4039]

That's a nice-looking blade. However, I can't stand a paracord handle. Paracord gets dirty, comes unraveled, dirt gets between the laces, water, oil, and other liquids destroy the paracord, and there is no "cushion" when using the knife to chop, and that is very uncomfortable. How can I put a handle on that knife? With a good handle I'd love to have that knife.

[@sensiblependragon7305]

I am in no way a troll. I thought making that clear would be good. Lol I would really appreciate an answer through this or PM, whatever you feel appropriate. Thank you for the videos!

[@Love2Wander]

rockin little knife

[@3riverblades]

Semper Fi, I give Military and Leo discounts but ka-bar are cheaper than customs

[@AGC828]

Nice knife. Would be even better if there was gimping and an obvious choile to prevent your hand from sliding on to the cutting edge. So what if this sort of turns it into a semi- "tactical" knife.

[@Murphy82nd]

It's not a sootch video without hearing the word "quality".

[@badjujuR6]

This knife is not on his site.......?

[@MHGinTN]

Don, is there a contact email addy where I might ask your advice on a new product for double barrel rifles/shotguns that I've developed?

[@SilverStakcer]

I'm a bit worried about the guard with cold hands.

[@3riverblades]

$90 hardly covers the materials, heat treat and the electricity to make it. I suggest if you think its so cheap / easy to make than please you try it yourself then make 8 more. I have a ton of equipment but I would have to hire some one to run it,. $150 knife divided by 40 hours is $3.75 per hour, per knife... would you work for that??? I think most folks that have never stood in front of grinder for 10 hours per day don't know what they are talking about. Thank you

[@Paladin_Shooting]

5:11 I thought that you were going to try to chop down the tree. :-( To bad, I wish that I could have seen how long it would have taken you.

[@Takuan66]

Like the vid...hey it's sootch!!! But I have to say that I would not spend a dime on a piece of stell like this. To me it's not worth more than 15-20$ and I'm generous. The satin finish rush easily. You need a greath polish. More rope and better wraping to protect you're hand. Also a one side bevel makes it hard to use for lefties. The two holes are good idea you could make it 3,4 or 5 just to make it lighter.

[@xboxblows]

Throw some jimping on it?

[@BananaBoat629]

Why is the gun rally video down?

[@vdubber252k]

Checked out the website, I really like the look of "The trapper". :)

[@kylerott]

Needs another hole drilled just ahead of the Paracord to more easily strap it to make a spear.

[@BrianS2464]

You have to take into account that this is one man making these knives by hand the old fashioned way not a thousand Chinese children running machines that spit out crap blades.

[@kurtiscoleman9359]

Is that high carbon stainless steel

[@skullterus6401]

+Kurtis Coleman no it is not.

[@AbuGrabIt]

I wish it had something to stop my fingers from being sliced if I had to stab at something or someone.

[@5stardave]

A small knife is better than no knife. When it comes to survival, a bigger blade makes life much easier. You can do small things with a big knife, you can't do big things with a small knife.

[@vicevictory]

hmm... putting on my list of things to buy.

[@randymcbride111]

That thing would look sweet with some micarta handles.

[@blackswordshinobi]

nice knife dude thumb up