My 5 favoirite bushcraft knives.

5 of my favorite styles of bushcraft knife.
I really like the Bison Forrester and woodsman.
Ben Orford Woodlander mora 510 and Alan Wood my Bush. they would be the runners up.

[@ronagoodwell2709]

Two Moras make the cut!

[@sipapito]

Lol at the end great video not boring at all 👍🏻

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Thanks 👍

[@alexandergutfeldt1144]

Definitely not a boring video! "Trust me! I know what I am doing!" (famous last words)

[@voodoosausage4137]

“Hold my tea and watch this!”

[@charlesmurphy7712]

Here in Georgia, It goes something like this ,,, Here Bubba , hold my beer 🍺! The next step would be to call the paramedics.

[@gordaro2828]

'The more you know the less you carry'...it is not just a quote - it is the truth. My father was Finnish...I carry a Roselli grandfather knife...all I've ever needed - in a knife, mind - nature defines simplicity.

[@gordaro2828]

True...12" home made buck saw.@@Butch_Deezlsteak

[@greekveteran2715]

Great video!! Next do your 5 favorite general use knives!!

[@IGRsaercoed]

15.40 Nov 10 2023 , watched this umpteen times last 2 weeks, think I need a 🦬 bushcraft, you reel me in every time I watch it

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

I'll sell you a knife 😉

[@lynella6073]

Top five feather stick making knives!!! Do that one next!! :). Thanks, Rob!

[@williamgates1128]

I absolutely love the words of wisdom at the end!!!! Lol

[@daeholm]

Nothing wrong with taking an excellent existing pattern and putting your own twist on it with some small modifications. That's how good design is done. So many knives today are designed to just look cool with performance being a secondary consideration.

[@mikeinthewoods2193]

Nice! For simple woodcraft you cant beat Scandic grind.

[@frederickmerle6412]

I own. A Bison Bushcraft in Apple wood I bought in 2006. It is still going strong and is a fantastic knife. However for me as much as I love the 3mm stock and the smaller blade as I mainly carve/prep food but I personally find the handle a little small and his woodsman knife handle is incredibly comfortable but the 4mm stock on the woodsman is too thick for me. I think the bushcraft blade and woodsman handle would be incredible. Whichever I have never understood these thick really long knives, they just don’t carve, are not great for food prep and as for battening……you can with a 3 mm knife if steady but why would you, thats what axes are for! Totally agree, some cheap knives are fantastic, like the Mora stuff but if you do get an expensive hand made one then pay the craftsmen what he is worth.

[@Daxxii1966]

ROFL - straight after your “don’t shit where you eat” caption I had a Domino advert that started with “Hungry?” 🤣😂🤣

[@danielcharbonneau222]

Your knife at 5:25, wow I do like it a lot, just beautiful! Hahahaha, love the ending, my favorite part.

[@thankmelater1254]

Enjoyed this video over lunch and coffee.

[@joshuahmoran]

🤘👍

[@Woodswalker1965]

Some interesting choices buddy, thanks 👊!

[@sharamkh]

More top 5! 😁

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Survival knives next.

[@sharamkh]

@@RobEvansWoodsman Yes! I’m guessing at least one Fällkniven 😎

[@markuscopp1822]

As usual outtakes are brilliant

[@davidrobinson8705]

I’m pleased the Pro Robust made your list. My knowledge is a mere fraction of yours, but the Robust has consistently been one of my favourite knives full stop. Despite spending much more on others, I always end up coming back to it. Comfortable to use, surprisingly well built and cheap enough not to cry if you misplace or (somehow) manage to break it! As a consequence I never feel I need to hold back or worry about not sharpening it properly (I’m still learning).

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

It really is a great knife.

[@s.e.hebert7307]

Your feathersticks make me think of frizzy-headed creatures, or mop heads on them lol

[@grahamblackall6305]

Excellent work mate! Great to see both affordable and custom knives represented! Take care Graham

[@farquharwilson2523]

Great to hear your thoughts on other knives, but your bushtools are hard to beat though. I loved the bit of Rob Evans philosophy 🤣

[@jjjvclub]

Great selection of knives!

[@ogrithetrog]

Does the Pope sh*t in the woods - or have I got that confused with something else? Thank you for showing that woodlore, I'll have a private moment later on!

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

He may have in his youth.

[@southernyert7597]

Thx for the video.

[@sleepingfaster]

It would still be really interesting to see a video of your favs, featuring your own knives, to see the logic / thought process and journey that has lead you to settle on a common shape or pattern

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

I change my mind as often as I change my socks! A bushtool made by myself will always be number 1. Thanks for watching.

[@jamesortiz5388]

Good 5 bushcraft lineup Rob.

[@johnnybeanz1296]

My favorite maker is L T Wright. Don’t know if he’s available in the Uk. He puts emphasis on the handle. This was an interesting vid. I own several moras and find all to be quite satisfactory. Little they can’t do, especially if you carry a hatchet instead of beating up your knife.

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

I've had two BHK pathfinder knives in the past and have thought about getting a LT genesis but I just can't get on with the broom handle .

[@whiskeyriver4322]

I have several of LT's blades. The original "One Foot in the Wild" Genesis, the GNS, and the Lagum. My eyes hate the broom handle on the Genesis, but my hands love it. But the best blade, hands down, is on the Lagum; unfortunately my hand fatigues quickly from the handle. It can be troublesome to find the right combo. Right now, I'm using the Mora Robust and the Anders Forest tool the most lately, for both comfort and ability. My Woodlore was a disappointment. Let her go years ago, and I'm not sorry.

[@howardvarley8795]

I have a Battle Horse knife and an LT Wright both with broom handles and regret buying both, hate the handles and the way the knives turn in your hand, terrible antiquated design.

[@chillindave1357]

30 yrs ago I bought a box of mixed "junk" knives from 'Gina... (China) cheapest money ever... folders, fixed blades, some leather sheaths, some cordura... Cheap gifts to grandsons... tossed in tool boxes and fishing tackle boxes, etc. I have purposely beat the crap out of them. Nothing I'd do to a knife that I respect and paid good money on. Other than not holding an edge for a week long trip, that still live! Mora knives aren't in stores in New England, so odd as it may sound I've never seen one in person. Crazy huh? We are limited to Buck, Schrade, Case... for larger manufacturers. A SAK with a ferro stick is at my side daily, a Buck Special for outdoor excursions... someday maybe a real beauty will be mine, but at this rate I'll be retired, lol. Thx Rob!

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

No Mora in New England, that's very strange, do you live in the early 1980's like my friend Nick, he lives in the village that time forgot!

[@chillindave1357]

Lol! Just surrounded by pot smoking/ Xbox playing neighbors and CHEAP dept. stores 🙂. As the SHTF, I'm ready to watch the panic and have lunch! 🙂

[@chillindave1357]

Luv the vids bro!

[@blaserlongrange7616]

Thanks for a great video 😁👍.the bush tool and the last knife is locking really good, similar to my brisa trapper 95,i like that knife and my 2 bark river Buschcrafter 1+2

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Happy to oblige my friend.

[@jurgenkrebbekx4329]

Loved this vid Rob,thanks for the advices at the end 😜🤣

[@jimcy1318]

People who live in glass houses shouldn't shag on the sofa.

[@perebird]

Nice film Rob 👍 you’ve certainly done the Bushtool proud and I completely endorse your comments on the Bison knife and the Clipper from personal experience. Funny thing I’ve never owned a Woodlore…I was going to buy the Black Micarta WS version when they went bust !

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

You have a Rob Evans bushtool what more could a guy want.

[@Daxxii1966]

Funnily enough 2 of your knives are in my top five and 3 of your top five are also in mine!

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Great minds ......

[@Daxxii1966]

@@RobEvansWoodsman 😂”Fools seldom differ?”

[@anfieldrd1892]

Hahahaha rob u slag brilliant mate as usual stay safe

[@lancedyck3730]

Nice knives Rob!😊

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Cheers mate, I have a few knives, I might have a problem,!

[@teeflo2757]

as a matter of fact my favourite bushcraft knife was free. from you no less! (i still can’t believe how lucky i was to win the Kochanski Tribute give-away.) first rate blade too if i may say, and a challenge to me be a bushcrafter worthy of it. still working on that. :)

[@teeeff5179]

apologies Rob, posted that from my mobile, forgot i wasn't using my desktop account.

[@anthonydeacon881]

Good vid, Rob! I know he'll correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think Roger Harrington used stabilised woods on his earlier knives. I think mine has an apple, or cherry wood handle.

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Well mate it must have been well seasoned and oiled

[@mikelychock0310]

Crackin good video, Rob! Has me thinking now!

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

About what?

[@mikelychock0310]

@@RobEvansWoodsman my 5!

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Post them on Instagram, I'd love to see them.

[@bernhard7658]

👍

[@jimcy1318]

Every dog has a silver lining 🤔 remember that. 😂

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Thanks for watching it all mate.

[@philleath-dawson2113]

Great non-boring video Rob. Fully agree with the comment about promoting free issued s*&t..... Good custom knives certainly don't take five minutes to make and you pay for quality, which both yours and Roger's knives are.... Although waiting for a new knife is sooooo agonising.......👍👍

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

I know mate, I'm waiting for the DBK KNIFE!

[@philleath-dawson2113]

Even worse for us that are in the second batch.......Dooh.

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

🤣😜

[@ChrisSurrey]

I know what my favourite bushcraft knife is! And I payed for it....well the wife did anyway 😆 Nice little video mate. You favourite multitool knives would be interesting also your top 5 bushcraft axes, choppers and splitters etc. But I know you just want to get out your top 5 big boys out. That el chette (not sure I got the spelling that right there) and the like. I'm going to have to buy a Mora Robust now just to try it out. You can never have too many Mora's!

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

I'll definitely do a few more TOP tools, 👍

[@daemonharper3928]

The handle is so often overlooked when people choose a knife - you really do need to pick a knife up before you spend £200......try a Mora first and if your expensive knife isn't as comfortable....look at something else or keep the Mora. There are hundreds of makers and styles, it really is a fun thing to go visit a blade show with money in your pocket and get the right fit. The blade and grind kinda choose themselves based on application.

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Just buying a knife because it looks cool is a bad idea.

[@greekveteran2715]

Totally agree with this comment.

[@praetor47]

@@RobEvansWoodsmanit's bad... but also awesome :D i need my next fix!

[@SCQT]

@@RobEvansWoodsman why you gotta attack me like that bro

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Have I upset you buddy? Sorry that was never my intention.

[@sosteve9113]

Good knifes are imho scandi grind a simple mora is a good starter for the beginner to advanced bushcrafter

[@nothinglessness]

Great vid Rob. I agree on the Bison Bushcraft Knife Roger’s knives are works of art. I bought mine in 2006 from Roger, Apple handle and 01 paid about £130 (which is funny looking at todays prices!) and it is still going strong today. For me the blade is perfectly sized for all the things I want from a knife ie carving and food prep. However with big hands I have always found the handle just a bit too small for me. For me the perfect knife would be the Bison Bushcraft Knife 3mm but with a Bison Woodsman full size handle.

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

My first bison bushcraft forester cost £160 back in 2003.

[@nothinglessness]

RobEvans Woodsman it’s amazing how much the cost of everything has gone up but as you have said before we should pay for such quality. When you consider a well made knife from a craftsman will last a lifetime it’s worth every penny.

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

@@nothinglessness I'm far too cheap.

[@nothinglessness]

RobEvans Woodsman not seen your work first hand but looks fantastic on video so have to agree with you there!

[@nothinglessness]

Hey Rob, are you still making knives for sale and if so do you have a site to view/purchase? Cheers

[@tomritter493]

Great job on the woodlore copy but I'm I'm not a believer in bush craft specific knife

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

That's fair enough Tom, I don't just have a Scandi bushcrafter when I'm out I always have a folder and or muilti tool with it.

[@tomritter493]

@@RobEvansWoodsman ya I keep 2 or 3 blades but s.a.k is always with me

[@martinoutdoors6941]

Surprised but not if you know what I mean. The blade length on the skookum looks longer then your bush tool that I have are they the same length? I have a woodlore Wilkinson version bought it in 1998-99 cost £95 then. I keep promising myself I will contact you for another bushtool.. one day, when I can afford it.

[@stuartlockwood9645]

Hi Rob😊 good selection mate, I'd be spoiled for choice between your hand made knife and Rodgers, both very nice bushcraft knives, I already have the mora robust, and yes it is alot of knife for the money, and the old clipper is such a good slicer. I'm pretty sure the High Q model is the same handle size although not as textured, but correct me if I'm wrong. I remember getting one of Rodgers leaflets showing his knives along time ago, I should have ordered one, but spent the money on life in general, maybe I'll take another look,lol. Looking forward to whatever you review next, it's always interesting mate, stay safe, best wishe's to you and your's, Stuart uk

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Rogers knives are not cheap these days, he mainly uses RWL 34 and damasteel now £300+ knives

[@stuartlockwood9645]

@@RobEvansWoodsman Hi Rob, thanks for the info, I'll stick whith what I've got for now, if I had another lifetime I'd never wear out my cheap and cheerful Mora's , it's just knife envy I suppose, I've had my share of expensive knives, used them, enjoyed owning them, and got rid of them, and put the money into something else I needed, in this life we all dance to the same drummer, except some hear a differant tune,lol, and there's a usable quote for you,Don't know who said it mind, lol, have a good wkend mate, kind regards Stuart

[@johnevans382]

Hi rob I have 8 Alan wood knives when he first started does he still make knives? I use to buy them in game fairs many thanks john Anglesey

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

He's still at it mate.

[@lewisward4359]

Love my SBT.

[@lewisward4359]

Nice video. Love some of those pricier knives, but have little need in the coming years. I'm 71 and really must be realistic.

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Long time dead my friend, treat yourself.

[@lewisward4359]

@@RobEvansWoodsman LOL! I keep trying to catch a Jacklore scout, no such luck, but I'm seriously considering a William Collins Blackbird, a takeoff by Black Thomas on Collin's Master Woodsman. Two years ago before knee replacement I bout a Microtech Socom Elite folding knife, it's one of my everyday carry knives. :-)

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Jacklore are hard to come by, the zero scandi grind is too fine for my taste. Mark Hill is a UK maker that makes excellent bushcraft knives at a good price, may be worth checking him out. He dose my HT so I know it's spot on.

[@lewisward4359]

@@RobEvansWoodsman Thanks for the tip. I'll check it out

[@Trevelyon006]

Great video, could we see your own made top 5 or have you already done that?

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

I'll have to do that👍 Show off a bit.

[@SCQT]

Me likey. Gotta say im starting to like the gentle continuous belly on the smaller knives more and more, just makes sense in use. That woodlore clone is absolutely delicious. Really liking those Bisons as well, hadnt heard of em before. My Helle came in and the blade was legit canted 20deg. Gross. The search continues... Time for a condor?

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

I wouldn't piss on a condor if it was on fire, hate the things, cheap shit.

[@alexandergutfeldt1144]

@Manitou: Condor knives are hit of miss. I love my bushlore mini, but the full size bushlore I bought is iffy! At least they don't cost as much ..

[@SCQT]

​@@alexandergutfeldt1144 the only one i tried was real rough, not sure what it was. The 1075 was super soft They have a couple solid designs but their prices have gotten too high for what they are imo.

[@SCQT]

@@RobEvansWoodsman hehehehe uh oh got em goin! Such an elitist, sittin there with your fancy Robust

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Fancy robust 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I've got plenty of fancy knives my friend , total knife snob!

[@humblewoodsman]

If you ever want to get rid of the 2005 bushtool I might know a guy 😉. Really like the bison Bushcraft one perfect size

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Sorry buddy but that BT isn't going anywhere.

[@snookdock]

How can i get one of your knifes

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Follow me on Instagram, send me a message and I'll put you on the list, no deposit required, I'll let you know when there's a blade available.

[@snookdock]

@@RobEvansWoodsman can you send me a link to your Instagram page I cannot find it please and thank you

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Really sorry but I don't know how to share it #Robevs73 try that.

[@snookdock]

I'm going to try some of my savvy internet friends to help me out thank you so much Rob

[@sgtfatrod8901]

I wish dogs were for life, rather crushing experience losing your dog....

[@RobEvansWoodsman]

Sorry mate.