NEW - Cold Steel SRK Survival / Rescue Knife - REVIEW - Best Survival Knife under $90?

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[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Hi Andrew... you will be happy to hear this... So I have gone to many manufacturers and asked them to submit their most capable survival folders for review... So we are going to be doing a series on the best folders for survival in 2013. Later. ~ David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks man... I think they are both around 5mm or about .20 inch thick steel.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Cool... thanks for commenting... I will be doing the Ka-Bar Becker BK-2 sometime "soon."

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Hey Shawn. Glad you found us. Thanks for the positive feedback! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Yeah... I'm going to a show they will be at in January... I'll get face to face then and see what we can do in 2013. If I got a BK now I wouldn't get to the review until 2013 anyway. Thanks man. Remind me again in January. ~David

[@futuresonex]

Great review! Since I never carry just one knife and virtually always have both a multi-tool & a 'tactical folder' on me I tend to gravitate to fixed blade survival knives with larger 6"-8" blades rather than the smaller 4"-4.5" blades that are so popular for bushcraft. I just find that longer blades work just as well as short blades for most tasks & much better for things like chopping. The Cold Steel SRK looks like it would fit into my collection quite well!

[@doomsdayjoy]

Ived been wanting one of these knifes,just orderd a mora light my fire knife lastnite along with a sawyer water filtration unit,very cool,always great reviews David & best of luck on getting on show,you would kick ass,thanks,take care & stay safe.

[@danmartin4552]

No problem man, it is a joy to see your videos :)

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks for the question. It's a bit general, and both make some good and some GREAT gear. Gerber is the largest knife company in the world so they must be doing something right. Because people buy stuff. And if that stuff isn't any good, then they stop buy that stuff... All that to say... both companies have some great stuff and some not so great stuff. I don't think SOG does any of their own manufacturing... I think it's all outsourced. Gerber still makes their premium gear in Portland USA...

[@isaiasrodriguez543]

Is there a video of you reviewing the Gerber Prodigy or have you not had a chance to review it yet? ...I think I just about seen all your videos and I'm happy to say all your gear and knife reviews have helped me narrowed down my ideas of I would want to have with me at all times for any outdoor adventures with complete confidence in my equipment. Great job and keep em' coming.

[@1S1KC0DM4N]

What I don't like about this channel is the cheesy intro and that he doesn't really use it for a while and give us his opinion. I like hearing people talk about what they like or don't like, how it's held up over time and continuous heavy use. That's what I like about Nutnfancy and The Late Boy Scout, they don't care what the company or anybody says about their opinions, they just give it to us straight.

[@scottydog636]

I can agree with that. He seems to just line them up and advertise them. He does a lot of advertising for Bear Grylls products ( personally I would be embarrassed to carry any product with a huge orange BG on the front) I like those reviews that show the pros and cons as well.

[@jamescooper2618]

Why dont you do your own channel and show everyone just how it should be done? Then we would have a perfect channel to watch.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks for the sub! Not sure about the modification.

[@isaiasrodriguez543]

Hi David, I took my chances looking at your prodigy video. Being that it was an old video, I didn't think it was bad. In fact seeing the comparison in size between the LMF 2 and the prodigy made me remember of an important thing you once said on one of your other videos, " a great survival knife is that knife you'll most likely have on you when needed in an emergency. "

[@Wotac]

Another great video. As a Finn, I appreciate your efforts in mentioning the measurements in metric system as well, giving your videos a little international feeling. Surviving happens everywhere!

[@yevrah2866]

I was 8 years old when u wrote this

[@UltimateBrownEye]

This is an awesome video. All your videos are to the point and have a lot of showmanship with the pictures. Also do you the blade width with this and the Bear grylls ultimate survival knife.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

You got it bro. Glad you are enjoying the ride! Lots more cool stuff to come. Have a really great day! ~David

[@ArmyStinger150]

Great vid David...as always, you do a great job on your reviews.

[@spicychiliboy7481]

out of all the knives you just mencioned, wich is your favorite???

[@sticksamurai]

Is the carbon version better via sharpness and woodcutting?

[@danmartin4552]

Glad to see that you finally tride out Cold Steel. You may also want to look at the CRKT Hissatsu, but it is not really bush craft suited, it is purly a fighter. But great vid.

[@DiamondBlade269]

had an srk for a year, bushcrafting every week and not even a ding on it. used for battoning,carving,food prep and a few times as a tin opener. awesome knife. ive taken the coating off mine though and polished it up.ps nice vid review keep it up.

[@hawkes1975]

What? I dont understand why this video doesnt have a million views...I have been serching for videos online telling me whats good and whats bad in survival knives. Through all of your videos you have answered all of my questions, thanks so much - Shawn :)

[@djeror]

Thanks for the great review. I just picked up one of these the other day. It makes me smile just holding it. It feels so good in the hand. The thing is built so solid and I look forward to torturing it for many years to come.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Well... as they say, "Once a Marine, always a Marine." Spent some time in the Corps when I was gong through college and a year or two afterward. ~ David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

SRK is on my belt often too... and for a fine edge, is usually my first choice...

[@lourou7]

Very awesome review david! Your reviews are impeccable! I wanted to create a chanel and start doing survival knife and gear reviews, but I doubt that it would even come close to making quality reviews like yours. Keep up the good work ~ Luik

[@BradYaeger]

Really like your reviews, very informative. I've had few Cold Steel folders and my only complaint was they all got stolen . Other then that they did everything they claimed.

[@ccIvan09]

Was on the fence between the Bk2 and SRK till I saw this vid. The SRK is in the mail!! Thanks!

[@leafsfan71]

Thanks for posting the great videos. Great production value, and very informative! Do you have any experience with the Cold Steel GI Tanto? If so, would love to request a review.

[@srspower]

It would be interesting to see a version with a slightly wider and a fair bit longer blade.

[@iloveponis]

This channel has so much potential and i hope you review the usmc ka-bar

[@jimkingCDA]

If you had to stay with one knife and choose between the LMF 2 or the SRK which would you pick? Thanks for the great videos. Jim

[@MrPhuc23]

What should I get... SCHF9 SOG SE38N Force OR the Cold steel SRK Thanks in adv.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Okay... easy way to tell... if the steel is AUS 8A it's from Japan or Taiwan... and that's good. Take care... I think the Recon Tanto is AUS 8A... their site under tech specs should say...

[@Jesusandbible]

I agree, you need to hammer with it. This is close to perfect. To perfect it have a Bear Grylls hammer style bottom on the handle, a bit of grip for the thumb on top for fine working, and a slightly inwardly rounded choil for the index finger doing fine work too. The handles grippy rubber is great. I have never seen one that does all this, but plus the modifications I mentioned to perfect it. Know one???

[@theaweissinger]

I actually per chased an SRK for my self due to your reviews and a three day backpacking trip proved its ruggedness for both it's sharp point to its residence to salt water and air still sharp after that every Boy Scout and scout master wanted one

[@sandfordfields9541]

Mine is vg-1 Japan! Is this better than the cpm 3-V? The Taiwan? Which is the best 6" blade?

[@masterofce]

Well done my friend,,,,glad to see a quality knife other than Gerber.!!

[@isaiasrodriguez543]

The SRK also comes in the SAN MAI III version, said to be better. I notice that there is no coating on it. Does that mean it doesn't need to be clean or would the elements still cause the blade to rust?

[@jezzynottes1177]

Do you know what the edge angle is for sharping? Thank you :-)

[@EitamSil]

David , great video man!

[@doomsdayjoy]

David,I had reviewed many water filtrations of all kinds to use out on the field,after countless hrs & late nights I decided on the sawyer water filter,its a lifetime guaranteed & a 1million gallon use,i got the one that I can use a bucket for more ppl in my group or if I just want to take it in my pack I can use the water bag it comes with,ived heard to many ppl say the hand pump from other filters break & you really have to baby them while using or carrying in bag,this is lighter,easy to use.

[@007twm]

A great video on a great knife. I've visited several times. Wife has family in Northumberland.

[@christianjulian2001]

If you have one I haven't seen it but you should make a video on all your knifes. Nice job though keep up the good work!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Wow... good question... I have them both here... The handles are very different... and I have small hands... I think the BG feels a little lighter because the center of gravity is closer toward the handle... so I think the BG feels a little better in my hand personally. ~ David

[@jcmontreal5976]

like your channel very informative just might want to double check that stat of 3 and 1/4 handle length that would even be small for a woman to grip

[@TheSirOrion]

My EDC is the F1 from Fallkniven in a Wolf Wind custom leather sheath. Take a look at that setup, works for me just fine.

[@OveralMatrix]

Great Video (as usual), hope you get on The Amazing race!

[@dariuskmd]

David,you should try the Fallkniven A1.I've been used the Fallkniven S1 and its one of the best knives I've ever seen.

[@AdrianGonzalez-fn3ib]

my father was issued the srk when he was in the military I have had it for 10 years the blade coting wears off slowly but that not a problem it is also good for throwing if needed.

[@goldedrago]

I want this knife for EDC...but the longest legal length in my part of Texas is 5.5 inches...is there some way to "modify" is to make it 5.5 inches? Or do you think a extra half inch shouldn't matter? And if I were to " modify" it somehow would it still fit in its sheath properly? Thanks for your time!! Subbed!!

[@dannoinsertlastnamehere6004]

so I am looking for a survival knife for light bushcraft and camping. I am looking for something that can take some abuse, hold an edge, sharpen fairly easy, and use for batoning. From my research, I found that 4-6 inches is what Im looking for. Not quite sure if stainless steel would be fitting or if HC Would be better. I have considered this blade, as well as the Berber strong arm, bear gryls ultimate pro, and esee 3 among others. Can I go wrong with any of these blades?

[@dannoinsertlastnamehere6004]

I also know that cold steel has made some revisions to the srk, which one is the best? The SK3?

[@Roadking26]

I have one of these made from the older carbon V steel, and it is the most rugged knife I have owned. Keeps and edge and is easy to sharpen. I'm not crazy about CS newer products since they are mostly made overseas. It would be nice to see a review on the older carbon V SRK vs the newer one.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks man! I used to use the USMC Ka-Bar back in my Marine Corps days... great tool. Hopefully one of these days I can get "in" with Ka-Bar... Later bro. ~ David

[@graytshirt]

I've had this same knife for over 6 years and although it is not the nice/most expensive knife I have I love it for what it is. Your review is spot on and I can honestly say that this is probably the best buy I've ever made on a sub $100 knife. This knife is not junk!

[@ernsthelder7928]

Im Gegensatz zu den Designerdinger die kein Mensch braucht. Die sind höchstens für die Vitrine.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Good question. What are you looking for... There are no, "One Size Fit's All" knives... lots of personal preference in it all...

[@dkingbud]

Do you like this knife or the SOG Force better?

[@VergeOf1nsanity]

Hello David. As usual... Awesome video. Can you review an emergency survival kit and hiking/trekking backpack and gears. pls...............

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

At the time I did not have any. Now I do. So many good knives...

[@randallkelley3599]

I have several good blades, like ESEE, Bark River, 3- Reeve's, etc. But this is my back packing fixed blade...All beat up, with most of the black worn away, but still cuts great...very good vid...

[@leonscottkennedyre4]

Becker BK2 Gerber LMF2 or the SRK? which is the better survival knife? i really need a new one.

[@Cosmicblast77]

How does the cold steel SRK compare to the Sog force? Which one is better?

[@housetopmedia8362]

That would be awesome for you and that Derrick kid to go on the Amazing Race!

[@arthurpendragon1967]

I have seen a lot of reviews, and find them informative, entertaining, and very educational. In would like to see a review of the KABAR Becker BK series of knives however. I currently own the BK9, and love it. I would also like to see some videos on First aid kits, as well as equipment to STAY AWAY FROM. Because I know having bad equipment is worse then no equipment at all.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Hey Dan! Yeah... it takes me a while... I've have the SRK for a while now... but I'm juggling so many things... I was actually just checking into CRKT... thanks again for the tips. Later bro! ~ David

[@longshot581]

How do you pick one??? I've been a knife buff for years and have a sharpening business and today's knife's are all pretty darn good! So, for me it's really hard to pick Just one. Thank you for your time and sharing with us.

[@patrickhowell2502]

between the schrade extreeme survival knife, sog creed and kabar serrated knife where would you rate them

[@alanalvarez188]

Good video keep it up, you think you could do a video on the les stroud mountin sk?!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Welcome aboard!!! Honored I am!!! ~David

[@bushcraftbart1269]

Speaking of the coating, I gave my son and SRK when he was a cadet as West Point. They would not let him use it so he put it in his clothing drawer with his socks and such. It sat there for a couple of years and rusted in a heated room in a drawer with warm cloths. I'll take the "Shrade Extreme" for a production knife and a Habilis for a bushcraft knife.

[@j2davaugn]

Thanks for the infomative videos, keep up the good work. Subscribed. Can you review the BK2?

[@pomat320]

What do u think of the Ontario knives?

[@richardsmith1073]

Great Vid David :) It was between the SRK & Jungle Primitive, when I got my first knife for my BOB. Jungle Primitive looks cooler. but its big size makes it uncomfortable to use for small jobs, some times I wish I got the SRK instead :(

[@leonardrosigkeit2846]

First of all is this a very nice Video but where you buy this Kniff? Thanks

[@paulie4x1]

When I first bought my C.S. knives they were made in the carbonV, I have the older SRK, its a great knife.

[@lampine163]

Gonna buy one right now.

[@ashleygusko5516]

The Recon Tanto and San Mai master tanto are awesome . I have hi hopes and want the new COLd STeel WarCraft Tanto with a New dLC finish and hi end CPMM3 steel . I talk with a buddy who works at Cold Steel and said the prototype was amazing. It was left in the mountains of PA for 3 months in the elements and still looked new . I cant wait to have one......

[@CedricAda]

Is the San Mai steel variant worth the $40 price bump up? Anyone know?

[@ashleygusko5516]

Thats a hard choice they are both so good but I agree . The SRK is also Issued to all Navy Seals when they are in Buds training and has a excellent battlefield record . I have heard stories of soldiers that there CO s only allowed them to carry this knife even over Kabar and SOG Seal series. I wish the SRK had the hard Tini finish of SOG and the Pommel end of the force . great review again !

[@time777frame]

Was your knife made from Carbon V steel ?

[@MAMAYAYALALARARA]

I have had problems trying to order knives to where I live in Hong Kong and I was wondering if you had any links that could make it possible??

[@tcemedic100]

Looks great but I think you're right about the knife not having a pummel. Good lock with the amazing race. I think it would be awesome of you had your own show like on the history or discovery channel.

[@paulie4x1]

One of my first serious mid-size survival knife, is the S.R.K., mine is in the CarbonV, great knife, I'm also a 3knife carry guy, so I buy my knives in set's, when Camillus went belly up, Cold Steel stopped making the CarbonV, what a shame, because I got a Cold Steel set in San Mai, the Mini Pendleton in VG-1, Master Hunter, S.R.K., Recon Tanto, and my pre 1980's Trailmadter, are all in San Mai, the Kukuri Plus is in 0-1, my new S.R.K. is no where near as good as the CatbonV, the tip is paper thin, and is a Hollow Grind, yet my Becker BK-s are in 1095 CroVan, which is the same steel as the CarbonV, or also known as the 0170-6C, what a shame Cold Steel dropped their CatbonV, but are finally making them is other great steel's, eg.like 0-1, 3V, but not all styles, I compare my CarbonV, S.R.K. to my Benchmaid #152, in D-2, and it's no longer made. I still like my S.R.K, because it's a straight edge where my #152 is partially serrated. I really enjoy your video' s Mike, keep up the great work.

[@flickashot]

Have you done a reveiw on the hogue exf01 knife? really good design for survival knife

[@IndianaJoe0321]

This knife is official issue to BUD/S recruits.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Good idea cody... My new series "David's Every Day Carry" will be a monthly video and will have several of my favorites in it. I'll do a few 2013 Favorites at the end of the year... cool!? ~David

[@ronjcash]

Thanks! Great review of a knife I've been thinking about buying. I think I'll get one for sure now. Thanks again! Oh, what I like most about your review, is you get to the point and stay on task. I have seen so many videos that show the person opening the box, taking the plastic off, moving to the table. In other words a lot of junk that is not germaine to the review. You must plan these out and edit the video. Nice work!

[@Wingburner]

...also have one with a tanto blade in Carbon V ... awesone knives!

[@829012]

Sog also makes my edc folder, a sogzilla. Thanks for great reviews.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Cool! Great knife for sure! Thanks for the encouragement! Take care bro! ~David

[@shadowcat9420]

I have the old carbon v version and it has been a great knife

[@zmxl1020]

Thanks for posting, and nice to know that we are neighbors!

[@brentfisher8565]

Great knife, perfect addition to my bugout bag.

[@andrewmccarney]

Thanks for reviewing this knife, I really like what I've seen but I'm a big fan of having a serrated portion, the only downside I can find with this knife.

[@axlvixn3174]

I wonder which one to buy just to have one knife,cold steel Recon tanto or this SRK..?

[@85bcole]

did you cut anything with the knife

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

It's cool... we'll get to it... Tops and I are talking... We should see something in early 2013 on the M4X. Have a great day Mason! ~ David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Welcome aboard! Hope to connect with Ka-Bar soon. Thanks. ~David

[@DucksDoctor]

It seems your primary focus is knives upwards of 50-100$ which is a good everymans sort of budget but out of curiousity would you try a review of the cold steel gi tanto its roughly 25$. And I'm wondering what you think of it since your reviews are well thought out and put together.

[@paulie4x1]

Like I have mentioned before I have the Cold Steel S.R.K in CarbonV and in the San Mai 3, I was very disappointed in my San Mai version because the tip is paper thin and of you use it like my older S.R.K in CarbonV it won't hold up as well, infact if you use it other than a knife and don't do what their video suggested the older S.R.K did your going to have a broken knife, but Cold Steel also is using the 0-1 Tool Steel on some of their knives like the Trailmaster and the Recon Scout, I wish they would use the 0-1 in the S.R.K. too, I like my C.S., S.R.K. but I was able to find a X-Ray between the S.R.K. and the Fallkniven A-1 what a difference, and I'm just not taking about the San Mai 3 and the Laminated VG-10 Steel Fallkniven uses, I'm talking about the full tang design Fallkniven is a much stronger full tang.the 6" blade is one of my favorite size knives, I have the C.S., S.R.K. The Fallkniven A-1, my Benchmade #156 in D-2 it's serrated, my Bravo 1.5 in 3V, my Bokor Vox Black Rold my Bokor Vox 2011 Collection one heck of a beautiful knife in the 440C staimless, and my new Swamp Rat Rodent 6 which I had thinned down and the top gaurd taken off and now it look's like a beefy Ratmandu and right away as soon as I put it in my hand it became my favorite right away even though I have a few 6" blade knives, and I have two C.S., S.R.K. 's I would buy another one if it was made in the 0-1 Tool Steel, I do enjoy my vintage S.R.K. and I sometimes use my San Mai 3 version also but only on family picnics and more gingerly it is a sharp knife, it should be it's got a hollow grind may it's a modified hollow grind or a modified saber grind but it looks more like a hollow grind, anyhow I wish you would suggest Cold Steel to make it in 0-1 and tell them you know who would buy one in 0-1, Thanx for a great video, good job keep up the great work as usual.