LT Wright Handcrafted Knives GNS: First Impressions - Preparedmind101

[@preparedmind101]

My GNS came the other day. Saber ground, polished black Micarta handles. It's sick.

[@vanlurton6068]

+PREPAREDMIND101 Nice! You should try the scandi one too. I'd be curious to know what your impressions of it especially since you've used the saber grind. Also what jacket are you wearing? It looks warm and I am in the market for a med to heavy fleece/wool pullover hoodie. Thanks!

[@ricktunnissen3407]

+Van Lurton He is using the scandi in this video. Lol : )

[@ricktunnissen3407]

Russell Warshay I''m sorry, it looked like a scandi.

[@vanlurton6068]

+Rick Tunnissen No it isn't. Go to 1:53 and you'll see that it's not a scandi grind.

[@ricktunnissen3407]

Van Lurton I already said i'm sorry dude

[@2martins]

I've never heard anyone mention this but a 90 degree knife spine is very good for scaling fish such as Bluegill and Bass.

[@kitcraft9516]

Thank you, Chris. I have been waiting awhile to see a review on this knife that was not done on a table top.

[@Sherrodja]

I won the L.T. WRIGHT ROGUE RIVER from Knives Ship Free. It's an outstanding knife. Extremely well crafted and processes wood like a freaking pocket chainsaw. L.T.WRIGHT just doesn't get the credit it deserves. Seems BARK RIVER knives get most of the attention though they are a good knife in their own right. Glad to see you do a review on the L.T. WRIGHT.

[@Tracy81258]

I own both the Scandi and saber grind versions of this knife, and love them both. The saber grind is just the more versatile version, that is equally capable of wood and food processing. It’s certainly a better choice for cleaning fish and slicing onions.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Love the humor at the end fellas. 🤣

[@bradleybirminghamgmailcom]

One of my all time favorite youtube videos of all time period!!

[@MrMkirk23]

I was talking to my manager who lives in another state this morning about knifes. He says to me. "There's a ton of good information on KZbin from this channel called Prepared Mind 101". I told him that I total agreed and that I already knew about ya Chris. Congrats on all your YT success. I thought I read that you are/were a Marine. Is that correct?

[@shootermcmillan]

I love the knife, sadly I already have a glut of knives similar in size and suited to the same tasks. Mora robust-love BK16-love SOG NW Ranger, original and 2.0 love/ love Jeff White Bush knife- really love. hmmmmmmmm

[@norcalprepper8302]

I love my GNS. Scandi ground with green Micarta handles. The Knife is a work of art!

[@ThompsonJosh98]

MAy you ask Will why he chose the Saber Grind one over the Scandi Grind

[@millster101]

I am really really glade to hear that your first impressions of the GNS are favorable. The GNS really really looks like a sweet knife. I really do enjoy my Genesis. Once I get the bug to look for another Bush crafting knife,I will have to keep the GNS in mind.

[@Beelzebuds]

You should try using your non-dominant hand to baton, and keep your knife in your dominant hand. It's not as critical of a task that you're going to ruin with inaccuracy, but as you do it your non-dominant hand will increase dexterity.

[@Wingman115]

Nice looking blade Chris.

[@bobwampler3387]

I agree, great knife! I own one after watching your Genesis video, mostly to try out the O-1 steel. Best purchase I've done in a while.

[@charlesgutzwiller5988]

I've had mine for 4 years worth every penny

[@ferdinandthebull286]

I bought a GNS back when LT was with BHK. It is a great knife. Steel could be upgraded, but all in all you won't be disappointed

[@scottbritton3903]

Thanks for the video Chris. I actually ordered one and it's one they way! This makes me even more excited to receive my new GNS!!

[@MtHATU]

I was JUST looking over my options for a belt knife. Mora isn't full tang, the BOB looks a little cumbersome and has that jimping, the Genesis looked like its grind was too steep, ect. I always found a flaw. This thing looks NICE though. The grind angle seems like a good compromise between durable and precise.

[@EDKG]

That's a beautiful and capable looking blade

[@noblexgear]

Thank you for this video I just purchased my LT Wright GNS I been watching your video's I became a fan keep up the great work

[@DaveOmoldydogpoo]

i like the look of it, but i have my spyderco bushcraft (my EDC). it is about the same thing. all in all they are good knifes and the o1 steel is nice. simple to sharpen and holds a really nice edge.

[@uscgalpha91]

You make great videos. Gear is suppose to be fun...smile once in a while.

[@ChrisWilkesSurvival]

That knife is definitely on my short list of must have knives. Why did Will choose the saber grind over the scandi? I do know some people really like the saber grind, but I'm thinking of getting the scandi myself.

[@Kigai11]

I EDC the L.T. Wright Patriot and this knife looks like it's big brother, I would love to EDC this knife but I live in shitty Maryland where you would surely go to jail if caught anywhere outside of the woods with a knife that size, I wish you or Will could do a review on the patriot just so I could see what you guys think of it. Thanks

[@spundj]

i watched Will`s vid on making the knife, i would love to know how much of the fiddling aroun with the handle adds to the cost as compared to just getting a blade blank and putting your own scales on it, i can appreciate the craftsmanship and all, but personally , i dont need a thing of beauty for a knife. oh well just saying

[@BigFun4Life]

Great review Mr

[@MegaWoodswalker]

I guess I would be one of those traditional guys you spoke of. The knife looks great and LT is a stand up guy. Sometimes polished handles can get slick when wet. How did those feel?

[@preparedmind101]

Nice. Like the breast of a supermodel. Or at least how I assume that would feel.

[@MegaWoodswalker]

Well then I guess LT did a great job. LOL! Dang now I want a GNS. Quitting smoking was easy compared to controlling a gear addiction.

[@yzwiazwiezekotekodkopaprez5428]

Looks simmilar to BRKT Aurora, cept for not being convex, I think you'd like it

[@albertchaboya9944]

I love the review, but I really like that hoodie you're wearing. where can one find such a garment.... lol (Hoodie)

[@tr0nix1]

Some extra info for the viewers : -Steel - 01 tool steel - Saber Grind -Overall Length 9.5" - Handle Length 5" -Blade Length 4.5" - Sharpened Edge 4.25" - Thickness 1/8" LT wright also offers the GNS with a scandi grind. Also, the sheath is a dangler style sheath. ltwrightknives.com/index.html

[@preparedmind101]

All that was in the video.

[@SkRiLLa905]

random question but for bushcraft why did you chose the saber grind over the scandi grind option? just curious because i love these knives and really want to pick one up but im on the fence on what grind i should chose! thanks for your time!

[@bridgesfood]

awesome knife... gotta get one... is it in your store yet chris?

[@littlewoody5539]

I like the bird head handle .

[@sibeliusjohannes2660]

Hey Chris! I like your sweater a lot. Can you tell me where to get it?

[@Fireinahorn]

They call it a 'Boreal Forest shirt' or something? It's expensive, all wool.

[@brutalbrital]

thats 'my' kind of knife very nice thanks guys

[@zachsanford2980]

Hey Chris I'm a big fan of your vids and any time I have a question about something survival related I check your channel first. I was wondering where I can get a ferro rod like the one your friend was using?

[@preparedmind101]

He was using my 6" rod from www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com/

[@SantoMuerte187]

I wonder what the price is on that and what other color the handles come in

[@robertkahl7765]

I have been looking for a bushcraft that has a decent price point. The price seems very reasonable for great quality that you highlight. Definitely on my radar now. Could you tell me what size wool boreal shirt you have. I believe we are of the same size physically. I really like your channel.

[@preparedmind101]

Mine is a large.

[@RealRickyRoss]

@ 8:50 ... Leave the knife stationary and pull the Ferro Rod.

[@preparedmind101]

He's doing a different technique. There is more than one way to use a ferro rod.

[@bspola]

RealRickyRoss You can use a ferro rod by scraping the knife back and foward a few times without moving the ferro rod. Just because you learned something, doesnt mean it is the only way.

[@steveholt3089]

RealRickyRoss STFU Pretty sure Will Meyers has more outdoors training and practice then you

[@mrbakerskatz]

RealRickyRoss Will the real ricky ross STFUD

[@preparedmind101]

RealRickyRoss OH! Well in THAT case.....

[@biologicalleh7850]

is that his new primary knife or does he still carry the scout?

[@Baloo275]

I have a question but it's about your clothing your hooded looks like wool sweater where you get it

[@birddog1220]

How does the handle of the GNS compare to that of the Genesis? I really like the thick handle of the Genesis but like the blade profile of the GNS.

[@preparedmind101]

I like it much much better.

[@DrDennis]

All GNS now are scandi grind. You have a diff one???

[@zizzinpuss]

I see you're wearing the prerequisite "bush hoodie". It makes you look all authentic like. Poseur.

[@preparedmind101]

+zizzinpuss It also keeps you warm, dipshit.

[@mrnelson1911]

Perfect reply Chris

[@TacBlades]

Great vid and the knife looks nice but for that money you can get a hand made jacklore classic with tapered tang, mosaic pins and stabilised wood handles.

[@anthonyciravolo8990]

I just looked on their site ( www.jacklore.com/prices.html ) and the Classic is $267 for the knife and sheath. The LT Wright GNS ( ltwrightknives.com/gns.html ) is $155 for the knife and sheath. Where can you get the Jacklore classic for $155?

[@TacBlades]

Anthony Ciravolo as yes you are right, i would also have shipping and import duty to uk which is expensive but yes overall more expensive.

[@TacBlades]

LIVE2HUNT you would have to ask a knife maker, my understanding is the it reduced the weight and the taper allows for a perfect center of gravity just in front of the tang for balancing the knife

[@steveholt3089]

I wonder how'd one look with a blued blade..Can you blue o1 tool steel? I'd assume it has sufficient carbon

[@TKDLION]

Yes you can. Battle Horse Knives offers bluing as an option on their knives, and they use O1.

[@kylebates3627]

Its almost like that spines too sharp. it isn't throwing sparks, its carving your ferro rod. holy fuck.

[@DefMunkyYT]

lol, my thoughts exactly when Will was scraping the rod. What it did to the feather stick was impressive, what it did to the ferro rod made my jaw drop.

[@bilzill1]

Yes Nice review , but what about the hoodie your wearing ?

[@nickers1889]

Hey can you plz do a review on the buck reaper

[@jdnboyy]

anyone have an opinion of the LT wright maverick scout?

[@mbarnhill86]

Great video. I respect you and will for continuing to make great videos even after these dumbass below leave comments. With that being said how does this knife compare the the BHK that the guys at the canteen shop are offering. I am stuck between which one to get? Have you or will used the canteen shop BHK? If so what are your and wills opinion on it?

[@tylercovey8327]

What's the other knife on your side?

[@jamm1eify]

What grind is that?

[@jimmybuffetWDWGDAS]

i need one of those

[@Bart-tk9um]

Have you heard of the zd - 820?

[@VividBliz]

Why is Will's ferro rod so weird?

[@andylundberg2932]

Ok I am not sure if I can wait to "maybe" win the Christmas drawing. Gonna have to buy one, or maybe accidentally set my GF home page to the LTwright website haha! Love the videos you guys, glad to see you both in them more and more these days. Can't believe the chunks that spine was taking off the ferro rod, never seen anything like that before, don't cut yerself on the spine ;-)

[@josephfiori4357]

Which is better that knife or the mora bushcraft black

[@preparedmind101]

Obviously this one. Can't compare a $180 knife to a $35 one. But the BB is still a highly highly capable knife.

[@zdcabelas7]

What neck knife are you wearing?

[@preparedmind101]

TOPS MSK

[@juliusgonzo7527]

beautiful...

[@kainenmattison2987]

what fire starter was that

[@KiwiBushcraftAndSurvival]

Yeah I would be keen on knowing witch ferro rod that is also. It was throwing out some nice hot steel. It looks like it might be from firesteel.com ??????

[@jeph4life]

so what does GNS stand for?

[@dirktucker77]

jeph4life go no show

[@stinkepimmel492]

O1 or 3v which should i buy?

[@preparedmind101]

+Freddy 1594 I would say 3V. Will would say O1.

[@davidcurtiswatts2378]

Of course it's good, it's a copy of the Alan Woods made "Ray Mears" knife.

[@highonimmi]

+David Curtis Watts I looked at ray's knife. a lot of differences. I don't care for his knife. this one may be a possible new addition to the edc rotation.

[@FloFloNL]

Hello Chris, Typical American?; It's amazing, fantastic, you start to sound like Tell Sell !! But no worries we still like your work!

[@preparedmind101]

I have no idea what that means.

[@preparedmind101]

Oh frickin well. I don't sell them and I dont even have one myself yet. But I really really really like it.

[@BillyJoeKoepsel]

That is the best feather stick you ever made. lol.

[@TheRch123185]

Wish it had a scandi grind

[@tr0nix1]

They do make a GNS with a scandi grind

[@TheRch123185]

Chris X well hot damn I need one then

[@Oldcoinsandstuff1]

Ok,,, BUT,,, HOW MUCH.!?!?!

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

Like it!

[@BrianDriggers]

very very nice lol i do like it ill have to pic me one up...

[@seratbushcraft6979]

I don’t know what you mean. I luv arguing with other bushcraftets over knives😂

[@kpw528]

Yay it's up now! Lol.

[@maynardmadsen8712]

You guys are hilarious

[@Oldcoinsandstuff1]

Looks like a big mora

[@TheWilliam666999]

I know you love knifes and. Big knifes at that I thought. You may. Like. The same knife. I have. It's from. The kukri. Houses address. On line it's a hand made bowie. Knife. With hammer. On the end ihave two. For over a year and one for. Five years my design. And made by kukri house. I do not. Normally. Post comments. But you seam. Really to. Loves knifes. Cost. Us 119 down from 149. Please just get one. And you will let itsleep. Next you know who. The one. And. Only BK7 but. Seriously. It's a lot of. Knife. And. The craftsmanship. And dedication. That's. Gone in to making. It if you paid. TEN TIMES. THE PRICE. ONCE. IN HAND. YOU WOULD. STILL HAVE A BIG SMILE. ON YOUR FACE. As island it's five years ago that igot. My first knife and I am still smiling. From ear to ear. Each time I pick up. My knifes. I most have. Some 280. Knifes. The kukri. House are up there with. The BEST of The best. I have some world class. Blades. BUT this is my own. Opinions. Made over 38 years. As abutcher. And collecting. Blades . Yours sincerely. William the boss leeds Yorkshire England PS you make some. Superb. Quality. Videos. THANK YOU xxx

[@charleslarson3152]

OK Mr Tanner.... in regards to your video..."LT Wright Handcrafted Knives GNS: First Impressions" Well.....geewiz.......yeppers I'm sure that it is a solid peice. But good grief....I can walk into my kitchen and get the same "thrill" out of any of the 8 butcher blades in my block there. There is just not any "cool" factor. And one can indeed have cool....along with function. The Jessica-X of your creation is proof of that. For example...I really respect Dave Canterbury....but he has, at least for me, now retreated about 200 years into the past to be really useful to me....I'm sad to report. It seems to me that there is a trend on youtube....if one of the powers to be says this is cool...well then most will say that is so. Again...for me... with any solid knife, it would be something along the lines of your up coming Jessica-X...or my Schrade 9N or 17. I'm not a dancing troll....I love your efforts and I subsribe. With all respect from southern Arizona...... God Bless.

[@shootermcmillan]

Seriously?? Comparing this knife in ANY way to a kitchen knife is abomination. My friend......I doubt you have a butcher block full of 01 tool steel kitchen knives with polished micarta handles, if so you are indeed COOL! Its ok if you prefer a less traditional look, there are other choices like the BK16 or Esee4 that will do the job in very tacticool fashion. Personally I think a traditional looking knife made from state of the art materials is super cool. I do however agree with you about the group think mentality RE: all of this bushcrafting rage going on,, as if you aren't one of "them" if you aren't squatting in a loin cloth striking a flint off the back of your knife C'MON man don't you think Davey Crockett would have stepped over his own mother to get at a bic lighter?