Ozark Trail Knife Review

[@TheGreatSnafoo]

I just untied the knot at the end of the paracord and slid on end through the hole of the ferro rod then retied the knot its an alright knife it works.

[@ugsskywatchermckenzie4319]

Unfortunately you were right about the pocket for the rod, fell right out and gone to the wind 😂

[@m005kennedy]

Don't want to loose that! I keep one on my key chain

[@robbijohnson6983]

You are absolutely right about the knife being stamped out of a sheet of metal they harden the steele by heating and cooling it.

[@CiaofCleburne]

I use this knife as my garden buddy. I find it cuts my nylon twine pretty quickly but I use the other end, not the serrated part for that. It was cheap, only $8 and easy to find while in the camping section of Wally world. If I ever lose it, I’m only out $8 and if I’m in a survival situation, some knife is better than no knife.

[@m005kennedy]

The best survival knife is the one you have! I started watching a channel were the guy makes stone tools. I’ll post a link in a video I do soon.

[@centenntrucker8496]

I just bought this yesterday at Walmart for a truck knife. Not the best quality of a knife that I have ever owned or seen, but I'm sure it will work fine sticking somebody if need be.

[@James-fx1kv]

Yup!

[@thethiefonthecross9092]

😆lol

[@brucewilliams473]

Here, Here. Lol Peace.

[@CR.ONIC871]

lol

[@TKay9890]

How do you sharpen it?

[@m005kennedy]

First, I should find out what the grind is. The type of grind and the angle of the microbevel would need to be known. I'll check into it. It wasn't super sharp out of the box.

[@rld1278]

There are heat treating techniques that can be done on any knife to soften or harden the metal for different purposes...

[@m005kennedy]

Definitely. This came from a sheet that probably was tempered correctly. The knife is then cut and sharpened. People make knifes out of circular saw blades by hand. You go through the whole process of cutting out the shape then sharpening it. The trick is to never let the metal heat up because it will destroy the tempering of the metal. In the case of making a knife from scratch you usually remove the tempering because it will be easier to work. The knife is made out of thicker stock and be profiled. Then when the knife is shaped the tempering process is done to achieve the correct hardness. The knife is then sharpened and ready for a handle.

[@troyellison8552]

It's a $8 knife . what did you expect. I've had one for a couple of years it holds a decent edge and is easy to sharpen.

[@m005kennedy]

I point that out.

[@dillfunk-vd9je]

I very good knife for the price, while it was not the most comfortable blade I have used, it serves it's purpose very well...

[@m005kennedy]

Yes it is a good light duty knife.

[@jesseminton4368]

You actually use the back for the flint

[@m005kennedy]

Only if the back of the knife has a sharp 90 degree spine. Most knives do not.

[@theroamingmoose415]

Yes. This is a cheap blade. A pre-sharpened blank essentially. Used it for an5 day trip to test. Worked ok. A few hours removing the coating, putting a better wrap on it, and REAL reprofile (incl grindingnput the serrations) and sharpening, and it's been a great utility blade to backup my Esee

[@m005kennedy]

Plus you might use it for for something you would not want ti subject you good knife to.

[@RippSnortin]

I just bought one today and it cost $9.78. I figured it was kind of crappy and l was right. I just bought it to use as a throwing knife so l accept that. I took the paracord off to use on something else and the fire starter is probably worth a couple of bucks. Was kind of disappointed to find out the rod is not all ferro rob, buy only about .100 diameter stuck on to a bigger magnesium rod. Still usable, just would rather have all ferro rod.

[@m005kennedy]

Yes, the ferro rod is really bad.

[@huntergooslin5047]

U just got unlucky or I got lucky cuz whenever I put mine in the case without strapping it it doesn’t go anywhere I turn it upside down and shake it and it doesn’t move

[@johnkitchens1823]

Same

[@williamempey1316]

The steel is 3cr13

[@m005kennedy]

Thanks for that information!

[@dambigfoot6844]

Ozark Trail makes decent enough multitools for cheap but the 12 piece set is like a backup for the backup. Even if you sharpen it really good it will not keep edge retention and go dull very fast. It seems more like a knife you would take the paracord handle and attach to a stick to make a spear

[@m005kennedy]

I agree with you. Some people have gotten upset and me saying they are light duty. Certain if I was stranded somewhere I would like these over nothing but Ozark Trails does have better knives as you have said. When you are talking knives lower than twenty dollars it is really hard to beat a Mora knife. They have some very good knives starting at $11 .

[@OliverStClair-wc8tq]

Serration has its purpose. I don’t usually like it because it can be difficult to sharpen

[@m005kennedy]

Yes serration excellent at cutting rope and seatbelts. Police, EMTs, and firefighters often have knives with serrated edges .

[@jaimeedwards1269]

It's a $9 knife you can't expect much I'm useing the knife to open mail and i put the feral rod in my camping kit

[@m005kennedy]

I’d rather have this knife than no knife. But you are right, it is a light duty knife.

[@CanVultus]

light duty is what I assumed from it but honestly since it was cheap I got it to abuse and see if it lasts. I have used it for hard use for the past two years and it’s still going strong I just have to sharpen it a lot especially since I use it on aluminum quite a bit.

[@rickeybullington68]

Mike Kennedy I would double wrap that handle . I had that knife a and that's what I did .I sharpen the blade and made it a plain blade a d I got it very sharp.

[@m005kennedy]

Good points

[@greenjoe4202]

i own 30 to 40 knives and this is my favorite, its perfect.

[@m005kennedy]

I like the machete as a regular knife. Is was short for a machete, but good for a longer knife. It had a little more weight to it as well that made it seem like it would be better for chopping. Do you have the machete?

[@greenjoe4202]

@@m005kennedy it reminds me of the harbor freight machete but a better quality, the hp one didn't break yet.

[@ernestwalden3894]

Well to be honest about it. I baught 1 just for the feral rod that came with it because I couldn't find one LOL. When I started to look at the knife I knew it would be junk. Then I decided to put the knife on a long wooden staff for a spear lol.

[@josephwinschester4183]

I got it at walmart for 8 dollars ?

[@m005kennedy]

Yes they sell the parts of the kit separately

[@TheWildernessPerspective]

I did not like the feel of the knife in my hand. The 'guard' hurt my index finger as the handle seemed a bit short. What do you think?

[@m005kennedy]

Yes. I like the machete better

[@yumadbro9554]

Love my blade and tbh once paracord is removed and saved for later makes and excellent spear head for gig fishing etc in a sere situation

[@yumadbro9554]

About 2-3ft of paracord on this blade

[@yumadbro9554]

Also I use a belt technique to sharpen my blades wet leather is a God send

[@Lxst.3am_]

I’m just tryna figure out what’s that little stick for😭

[@m005kennedy]

It isn’t a little stick it is a whittle stick.

[@Grand_Kitchen]

Lmao same. It's it a fire starter stick or a sharpener or what?

[@zachprows2691]

The Paul Harrel of knives ladies and gentlemen

[@m005kennedy]

I like my less than $25 Mora much more.

[@karenmartin8220]

Literally the first person in history to try and saw cordage.

[@m005kennedy]

Whatever works

[@Grand_Kitchen]

Good review. I just got one. Sorry if this sounds stupid but what the small metal rod that comes with the knife and sheath for? Edit: It's a fire starter, I'm so stupid. Still a good review though!

[@m005kennedy]

It doesn't look the same as most ferro rods

[@JediSharke]

I suspect you are correct regarding knife production. However, using it as a saw was foolish! It’s a cheap knife and any slight abuse will produce issues! I like serrated knifes and can sharpen them quite well. I have the knife as a backpack emergency straight for camping only! Yea, it does some dog work that I won’t put my expensive blade on, keeping it extremely sharp! I really liked your video! You are engaging and the subject matter is great!

[@jeremiahcollett9075]

What’s the stick for

[@m005kennedy]

Just for demonstration

[@fatboi_6976]

@@m005kennedy he means the short metal rod what is that for

[@beachbums2008]

The knife I possess in steel,not stainless steel

[@m005kennedy]

Thanks for the info

[@Braydenspann67]

Nice fix blade ina get one so excited 🗡

[@m005kennedy]

I think a Mora knife for about $20 would be better

[@tyejoyner6441]

hate to tell you this, but a mora knife is basically made the same way stamped from a metal sheet.

[@m005kennedy]

Do you own a Mora knife? If you did you would see a tremendous difference in the way these blades are made.The Mora is made much differently and its Scandinavian grind and the bevel it has it much more superior for working with wood. It is also easier to sharpen. The handle on the Mora is better as well. The paracord handle is not as good on you hands if you are going to use the knife much. It you decide you need to remove the paracord for some use the knife will be even more uncomfortable to hold. Spending $6 more for the Mora Clipper would be a better knife. The Ozark Trail is fine for light duty. I’ve bought much better knives at Walmart for ten dollars than this one.

[@juicesprogames4335]

Is it a boot knife ?

[@m005kennedy]

I would not think so.

[@juicesprogames4335]

Oh ok

[@betod3113]

I have one I like it look cool military style mines very sharp it came that way..

[@Hockeistguyalive]

If your buying this knife for the cord, you have no business stepping into the wilderness.

[@m005kennedy]

If this is the knife you take into the wilderness you should stay in the Walmart parking lot. My point is paracord handles are very uncomfortable and they can come apart when you don't want them to. Also the instructions with paracord knives usually say you can use the paracord for cordage and that leaves you with a knive even less comfortable to work with. You wouldn't seriously pick this as a survival knife would you?

[@randall7829]

I got mine for 8.74

[@m005kennedy]

Nice!

[@ducks_love_bread]

So.eone probably already said this but if you pull the plastic out of the nylon and you can use a heat gun or some sorta heat source to shape it so it will fit better

[@m005kennedy]

Thanks

[@tyejoyner6441]

all seatbelt cutters i see are straight or curved edged blades, so i find your alleged facts about serrations suspect. so far after watching 6 minutes of this review, i get the idea your only reason for nocking this knife is its stamped ozark trail. had it been a mora, you'd be in love with it.... for $9 its fine for everyday use.

[@m005kennedy]

It depends on your use. This is a fine light duty knife. Serrations are superior for cutting rope , cardboard and many other things. Having serration is not so good if your primary use is working with wood. The part of the blade you use for carving should not be serrated. I was trying to point that out. If you find yourself more in urban/suburban serrated knife might be your best bet. If you are in woodland areas and expect it to be used for wood a strait edge is better. That is the opinion of most people who have used knives a lot. I didn’t make that up. Read about knife, survival, and bushcraft and you will see it repeated often. And comment about seatbelt cutters.are talking about the cutters the usually put at the back of the knife that is recessed? That design is to protect people from getting cut using it or the person from getting cut wearing the seatbelt. I’m talking about the main blade. Some knives used by first responders have both a serrated edge and a seatbelt cutter. People who anticipate working with wood rarely have serrated edges on their blades. A Mora knife would be superior for working for wood. It is thicker and has a Scandinavian grind. That makes it much better for working with wood. If you want a knife that might be used with wood a $15 Mora would be a better choice. The Ozark Trail is fine for a light duty knife that is primarily going to uses for wood. I have both and I agree with knife experts regarding serrated blade for certain uses and the straight edge Scandinavian grind for wood working.

[@robbijohnson6983]

I never liked serations on the blade they are a hinderince to the user and quiet useless.

[@m005kennedy]

I think most people who primarily use knives for wood, bushcraft, and hunting agree with you. If spent a lot of time cutting rope, twine, and fibrous materials you might prefer the serrated. A lot of EMTs and other first responders prefer the serrated because of the possibility of cutting seat belts quickly.

[@justincross994]

you make it look bad it is the best knife i have ever had

[@m005kennedy]

I think an inexpensive Mora knife is much better. Since the Walmart one is just sharpened sheet metal it lacks the bevel of other knives. You can get a Mora for less than $29.

[@RickyMathisI-rm2ww]

You dont know anything about knife

[@m005kennedy]

Do you are an expert on inexpensive knives? Please show me your knowledge.

[@saintbabylon7250]

Since it came with a sharpener that should tell the user off the back that the knife needs to be sharpened most likely out of the package. Maybe you should of sharpened the knife before testing its cutting ability. Tbh I’m here cause I got the same knife which I assumed wasn’t going to be top notch quality but I had walmart credit so why not I needed a back up blade on my bugout pack, but out of the package I was able to cut through that heavy thick plastic that contained the Ozark walkie talkies I also purchased very easily so I’m thinking like most of these type of products some come sharpened & some need it at least they provide a sharpener that’s all that matters to me & for the price it’s silly to over observe the layout & construction of the blade. I know I’ll make it work for whatever I’ll be needing it for as a back up blade that is. Great review though thank you.

[@m005kennedy]

I think they came sharp enough. I think most people would actually dull their knives trying to sharpen them without learning how to do it correctly.

[@christianjames1229]

You do not know to test the sharpness of the knife obviously😂 you gotta cut it from the top of the paper about two inches from your finger, other wise the paper will move lol. And the serrations aren’t for cutting rope, it’s for sawing off branches

[@m005kennedy]

Serration are for cutting rope, seat belts, and whatever. If serration can’t cut rope or cord the won’t saw much of anything. These serration are much too small to cut anything you could not easily break. Saw teeth are much larger than serrations.

[@erichahahull3868]

Sharpen the knife dude lol they don't come that sharp in the package lol

[@m005kennedy]

If I sharpened it first it would not represent the product as you get it out of the package.

[@joerico9461]

Stay away from knives

[@m005kennedy]

Why do they frighten you?

[@largejuicer8730]

Why

[@Jim-ow4ne]

What do you expect for a 9 dollar knife? And by listening to you talk, um ah umm ah or um doesnt sound like you are any kind of expert to be criticizing the quality of a knife.

[@m005kennedy]

Who said I was an expert? Not I. I’m telling you what I think about this knife. I can pick up at Duluth an $11 mora knife that is extremely better than this. So personally that would be my comparison. Would contend that spending $3 more on Mora makes this not look like a good value?

[@James-fx1kv]

He was simply just reviewing the knife

[@James-fx1kv]

@@m005kennedy nice review appreciate it!