XShear Review⎮Raptor Killer⎮

[@revenge5049]

If you have the holster mounted say on a IFAK. You can pull them towards the bag and pull them out of the holster easier

[@ericstone9493]

Sir by order of the EMS COUNCIL You will be Sentenced to a Eternity of: 2am Toothe Ache calls 12:37 am Week old DOA’s And 11:57 pm 83 y/o grandmas with GI bleeds for your heresy against his majesty the RAPTOR.

[@PrepMedic]

Gamer Zealot may you have a quiet night. 😭😂

[@ericstone9493]

@@PrepMedic AWW Why you throwing such shade. Stay Safe and have a smelly GI call

[@jamesgilhooly8922]

Not to mention the abdo pains!!

[@jamesringler987]

@@PrepMedic heh heh good one

[@bryanmorgan4391]

Hey Sam, XShear has a referral system you should set up. Little off for your fans, little money for the channel.

[@robstan2668]

o2 tank key would make them perfect.

[@MrGattor33]

Great video, and yes I agree the regular run of the mill trauma shears are junk. Only thing that i seen them really good for use was when you would cut a penny.... lol Oh and yes it would have been great to have seen a cut test video on these as well as how well the did fit in the 511 Tac pants along with how well they would go in and out of that pocket just to show how easy or difficult they were to use.... just a thought. Thanks again for the great video!

[@haydenjarvis6739]

After a few uses and some force, they can come out with just 1 hand

[@KlostGaming]

The only reason I disagree is because my raptors have the most used peice of equipment I carry.. the o2 wrench, it is used WAY more than the scissors.. if the xshears had one I would be all over it, but if I switch I have to carry something else and most likely I will lose it or forget it...

[@Blingem14]

My raptors rust so easily… i’m so sick of them.

[@PrepMedic]

Yeah, I am not a fan. Highly recommend x-shears

[@flyingpolarbears2003]

Xshears' center bolt is too tight. I've sent my first one back and the replacement is no better

[@SkinnyMedic]

I love my XShears

[@alfanzoblanco1608]

Can you do something with stethoscopes for ems?

[@alfanzoblanco1608]

And multi tools and flashlights please 😬😬😬

[@JohnnyWishbone85]

Long story short, the plastic-bodied Littman is all you need for 99% of use cases, but if you really want a superior old-fashioned scope, get a Harvey Elite.

[@gocoastgaurd721]

Littman or Adscope.

[@jamesringler987]

Littman stethoscope Princeton tech headlamp or water proof flashlight maglite and streamlight

[@alfanzoblanco1608]

@@jamesringler987 Didn't expect a response from someone 2 years later but came in clutch as I was just looking into getting a new headlamp, cheers!

[@fyrpiper]

I've been using these since they were in pre-production (I make kydex holsters/sheaths and reached out to the company about doing some prototyping for them and got a few pair to work with). Cant say en li ugh about how well these things cut. Have yet to find a material they dont sail right through! FYI im still on the same pair 3 years later and still going strong...

[@CPLBSS88]

funny you post this... was literally about to purchase these a couple weeks ago but held off because O didn't know anyone that had them. That'll change now 😁

[@gearreviewwithswampy5794]

I like the raptors because I’m a volunteer fire fighter so the glass braker and strap cutter is a need for me

[@mattthadd4663]

If these had the o2 tank key, they’d be perfect. Especially if you have to run a call on your own or are waiting for your partner to arrive

[@lukerobinson8044]

Check out One Shear, their shears have really high quality steel and they have the O2 Key:

[@turnerc23]

These do have an "oxygen wrench" per the site description.

[@mattthadd4663]

@@turnerc23 oh no kidding? I wonder if it’s a new model. Last I saw it didn’t have it. I’ll check it out. Thank you

[@HUNTER-ve3iw]

@@turnerc23 the Xshear or raptor?

[@turnerc23]

@@HUNTER-ve3iwI've worked with the raptor and I've seen the key, the (Edit) xshear does not have an O2 key The SOG has a key per the description, and I've seen it in a video

[@JoeyIngles]

Love XShears. Design and craftsmanship are top notch.

[@Fireguy723]

One of the few things he has demoed on the channel that I can afford and man are they awesome shears. Cut a motorcycle riding boot a while back like butter with these things

[@jeffcunningham308]

Another greed vid Sam. I want to be firefighter and paramedic when I get older and this channel has helped me learn a lot more about the paramedic side.

[@brianrodman1033]

It would be awesome to see you review some One Shear Trauma Shears (v2 original or minis) and compare them to the X Shear. They offer kydex holsters that appear less bulky and easier to draw them one handed.

[@ProBlamer]

Great review of a great pair of trauma shears! Didn't know about them until now. I'm definitely going to check these bad boys out. Keep going, good to see those subs build up!

[@random_julian]

Sir, with al the respect but about first pair, the truth it is that are a good product for the money...It really can cut thick leather, jeans, layers of bandages, even thin metal flat band, what are you talking about??? It is a really nice and worthy product to have and carry..also, the lightes from the table...I have Raptor and damn, it is like a hammer heavy... i don't like, but yeah, durable and really bad ass, i can cut a coin about 2 mm without trouble...

[@陳奕釩-i4c]

As a Taiwanese girl getting into TCCC,I bought one (through a EMS friend in the States),love it for how good it cuts thus makes modding 500D cordura made gear very easy. Than I accidentally found out it's probably manufactured by a company just an hour drive away from me.......(as the website states,these are indeed made in Taiwan

[@tundrafunk7402]

Had my first chance to do heavier cutting with my xshears this morning. Veh vs Ped and our Pt was wearing a thick winter coat with heavy batting, and multiple sweatshirts and long sleeves. I was able to outcut my partner on the other side with a pair of Raptors.

[@kyrieraphaelbilangel3146]

Hi sam I would request for old raptor and old tools you have because I medic/FireFighter here in the Philippines and I'm your subscribers too Maraming Salamat po(Thank you so much)

[@Gator-357]

They're good, but drfinately not a Raptor killer. They have their place, especially with a sheath. I don't have any problems with my Raptors fitting in any pockets or slots.

[@scubacro5758]

I'm scuba diver and we use shears, I don't know will they rust?

[@kevinolesik1500]

4:39 new product XSHEAR SOFT HOLSTER

[@HesperianHorsePower]

You don’t have to close the raptor if you have an issue with the dedicated pocket on your pants

[@herbieainsworth4793]

the three dollar ones good for home stuff box stuff cut rope wires works good home stuff

[@medicalaidememoire5670]

The brilliant X shears are available in the UK and Europe via our website (www.medicalaidememoire.com) or eBay

[@richroc7]

I just got the Raptor bc I didn’t know about these, however I don’t do EMS any longer so it’s moot, I got them for medic bag survival bug out scenario. I just wanted to say that the Raptor also locks into it’s sheath/holder while fully open as well as folded in case you didn’t know. I know on scene it’s a pain to stop & fold them. 👊🏼

[@karkess313]

What the?? I have a pair of those and they didn't come with a sheath!😡

[@dvoz9023]

Could you make a disassemble video from the Raptor? I don't know how to do it, and can use your experience very badly.

[@enriquecastellanos7110]

Designed in Michigan - Manufactured in Taiwan

[@kg7yts187]

The only reason I don't have these is the fact that they don't fold.

[@peterlaurent9905]

the o2 opener and belt cutter is essential imo. the belt cutter i use for opening everything

[@ospreyoutdoors673]

Hey Sam, love your channel. Hope to follow a career path like yours. I carry the raptors most days. Got to agree about the weight, been looking for a medium duty pair for my kit. Thanks for what you do!

[@chandlerthomaston9001]

Dude! What do you use for a Stethescope?!?

[@alfanzoblanco1608]

I'm wondering why ya like ETD vs Israeli Bandages

[@jethromallari5682]

Can you bring this inside the plane

[@michaelhelmlinger827]

First: keep up the cool videos. I think they are very interesting an you get a lot of insight. Was about to pull the trigger on the raptors - even as they dont fit into my radio holster (we have carry one radio per person). But these seam very cool - ordered them right away. I also like the fact that i can clean them easily.

[@elsonsti]

you are comparing multi function shear with cutting only shear.....

[@PrepMedic]

Yeah, and despite the multi function capabilities, I still go with the XShear

[@riximavic8404]

Que mas quisieras🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@kodyking3090]

Did zero cut comparisons to see which sheer cuts better but you still dog on the raptors. Do a side by side gauntlet with various materials to see which one cuts better. Not just “oh they better than the raptors for sure” with 0 evidence.

[@PrepMedic]

You can either trust my experience in EMS or not 🤷‍♂️. I have used both, I get payed by neither and I have always had better luck with the XShears.

[@matthewellisor5835]

What do you think of keeping a few of the junk model for those "rare" (lol) occasions when someone asks for a pair. I find that my nice kit never seems to make it back into my bag/pocket. I've used that stamped style plenty and I think it's a bit of an exaggeration to say 'single-use' Thanks for the content but now I need to go raid the beer fund...again. I suppose that assessing a potentially life-threatening wound beats out my evening drink preference. ::sigh::

[@gamingmedic7377]

i carry a $5 sheer on my other pocket for those cases some one asks or i got fire on scene and i need them to cut stuff ill hand them those, that way if they get lost or dont find the way back to me i could care less

[@rossmcmillan3778]

Hi Sam, do you know if they sell these in the UK?

[@AggiePhil]

The Leathermans are $70 with the discount, $100 without.

[@xstormfighter]

On Temu you get the clone nock off for 30$ and ist so so so close to the original off quality 😅😅

[@realpolicetalk]

Excellent review my friend.

[@vhoopyt]

Second

[@callmeastaire5700]

Solid. Will probably get one for my medical kit.

[@laurenolivia1991]

I have a lot of medical problems and these are so much better than regular scissors

[@tactofu]

Raptor shears will fit into the dedicated shear pockets on 5.11 EMS pants. You can pull the stitching between two of the three mini-pockets and they'll fit in no problem. 👍

[@PrepMedic]

Yeah but they are way to heavy and bang into your leg.

[@darylnd]

Put me in the Simplicity camp. I'm not a pro, but I spent several decades in law enforcement. All I need my shears to do is cut, and I (presently) can't justify the tradeoffs involved in folding shears. I just bought an Xshear to replace the throwaway my car kit (a bit more than an IFAK, in a headrest mounted pouch by Blue Ridge Overland Gear). If I like it, I'll pick up a couple of more to replace the throwaways in my IFAK and home kits.

[@nolydyrav4686]

Oneshear’s next!!!

[@SaoTurabi]

Raptor is best

[@noktturnal]

Meh, not a replacement for my raptors. Overseas raptors owned, and saved many lives while maintaining an edge, and working. Used the ring cutters many times as well. Bleach clean and clp takes care of maintenance for raptors. Its a pocket multi tool, and shears. And if you complain about the weight and size of the raptors there is a female word for you.

[@traceh23]

I use the XShears and love them.

[@Hvuntokrul]

Thank you

[@ethanhough9410]

May have to buy these.. the Raptors are expensive and have a lot of extra tools that are completely useless to me not working prehospital

[@James-ke5sx]

Just got a pair. Nice but more expensive than leatherman when you add the sheath and shipping. Leatherman is free shipping. Plus they are made in Taiwan which is the same as China in my books compared to cheaper priced made in USA Leatherman. I got them on sale otherwise I was going to buy a second leatherman.

[@the_once-and-future_king.]

Tbf, I got a two-pack of trauma shears from Amazon, with black blades and spring clips built into the finger holes. The green handle pair live in my bug out bag, but I use the black pair for cutting heavy fabric when I'm making expansion/belt pouches and they cut as well as the day I got them.

[@fredrau5279]

Thanks

[@diezelle57]

SOG Parashears : kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnm2Ypdtf9KajZo

[@Mackey279]

You can stick your leatherman unfoulded in the belt attachment...juist saying..

[@repro7780]

If it matters, Raptor is made in the USA, 25 year warranty. XShear is made in Taiwan, 5 year warranty. X Shear is alot cheaper, tho....

[@guisspino2347]

The O2 key is handy. But the real perk of the Raptors over these is the ring cutter. It’s not the most frequent tool, but the Raptor shears work better then the cutters in our ambulance. If the X Shear had a similar design, I’d switch no second thoughts.

[@mikeykincaid8270]

I use NAR shears.

[@dalecarpenter8828]

The quality control is gone on the fist shear in the 70's those were very very good ! Not they seem to be very wothless ! I got a new pair and gave my old 70's model away ( that I resharpened many time and you could cut pennys and the cut thread) before I noticeed the new model is crap ! Now I'm looking for a decent cutter !

[@DH_Stills]

They look very nice, but i dislike that the holder isnt one-hand operational. Might even be a dealbreaker.

[@elijahconnors6146]

PrepMedic, What Belt do you wear on your ems pants? Looking for a good belt myself to swap to for my ems pants.

[@JasonNonn]

If they made this with a window punch, I'd be sold. I have the Raptor, and can do without all the other bells and whistles, but definitely need that window punch.

[@mavrick561]

Ever heard of "Big Shears"? I carried them early in my career but opted for something smaller and lighter. I've never seen shears cut better though. Cut through cowboy boots and motorcycle leathers like butter. If only they were a little smaller.

[@13Recon19D]

NAR makes decent traditional shears for around $15.

[@kimberlyromo3581]

What I have to say is that they are about the same price cuz the leathmen comes with the case and the x you buy the case it does not come together that I have found

[@hedgehog702]

I don’t like the tip of the shears hanging down through the bottom of the holster

[@kjljlkj]

First

[@michaelrincon559]

I had Raptors in EMS. Moved to the ER now and all I need is the xshear.

[@Handcarved]

all models of leatherman has poor scissors for that price

[@TheFleury]

I'm gonna get the coyote brown ones, very nice color scheme

[@quicksilverlives]

Great review.

[@user-vt1ib5ch3i]

PrepMedic, how is the cleanup on these? Any noticeable issues with SaniCloths?

[@SierraKilo76]

I'm interested in this, too. Do they hold up to "professional" desinfection?

[@user-vt1ib5ch3i]

@@SierraKilo76 I purchased these, I have been using them in a high volume trauma center. They hold up! I have used all types of disinfection.

[@SierraKilo76]

@@user-vt1ib5ch3i Thank you very, very much for that information!

[@user-vt1ib5ch3i]

@@SierraKilo76 Update to the update: I actually have purchased and feel the Raptors are nicer, sharper and more user friendly. Plus they include the holster. The X-shear is great, but its too bulky for me personally.

[@smolkafilip]

Are NAR 7 1/4 trauma shears any good? If I include shipping and import fees from amazon the Xshears become pretty expensive. Four times the cost of the NAR shears. I do not work in LE or EMS, they would just sit in my first aid kit (which is an EDC, car and range trauma kit all in one because I can spare the room in my bag more than I can spare the cash to build three dedicated kits) in case I randomly walk into or drive into some sort of accident.

[@neburnynhs9394]

In my opinion it's up to you. I work in EMS as well as in the hospital so I love my xshears because they're heavy duty and reliable when there's tough things to cut through. However, unless you're cutting through bloody material daily, I would say you're safe with the cheapy shears. Perhaps get one of the higher end cheapy shears like the NAR shears or the Madison Fluoride coated 7 1/2 inch shears.

[@smolkafilip]

@@neburnynhs9394 Thanks man.

[@jhill4874]

If you are going to compare cost, it's pretty much a wash. The Raptor is $69.95 at Amazon. The XShear are $39. Cool. But if you want the custom tactical holster, that's another $29. That adds up to $68. Hmm. The Raptor comes with its holster. Now, if the XShear is a better cutting tool, and you don't need all the other tools, then the XShear may win.

[@jhill4874]

Oh, and the Leatherman has a 25 year warranty. Up to the individual what works best.

[@hay3756]

I think you meant if they give them back

[@eightbitbuddha]

Does the rip shear attachment fit the x shear handle?

[@MatthewPelcher]

Great video as always.

[@ahmadaamer6]

I just ordered the Raptor online. I heard about the XShears, but thought the Raptor was better. Now I don’t know which one I should get. I can always return the Raptor if I don’t like it. I have one question. How does the XShear feel while wearing in the holster they sell? I will be wearing the shears on my belt. The Raptor is heavier, but it is more compact. The XShear is full length when it is in the holster. Sitting in a chair with the shears on my belt is something that I will test when I get the Raptor. The XShear seems perfect, but the Raptor might win in comfort, Also, whichever one I pick I will replace the belt clip on the holster with a [UltiClip](www.ulticlip.com). That will make it more secure on my belt. Thanks for the help.

[@richroc7]

The raptor also locks into its sheath while fully opened as well as folded. XShears seems better for edc and use but I love my raptor with ring cutter, seat belt cutter and glass breaker.

[@tom_olofsson]

Great review.

[@dtmmod44]

I use the one on the left, 65 cents each in bulk. cuts EVERYTHING and lasts FOREVER.. if you know how to properly use shears of course.

[@wampachile]

thank you sir best regards from Chile

[@lescard3870]

I wanted a pair of these since I saw the prototype years ago. Unfortunately, I am having trouble finding a company that will ship to Canada. Can anyone out there give me a contact that would do so?

[@Adam_0145]

On xshear.com during checkout it allows Canada as a shipping address.

[@willytotheme2883]

Great review! I've been looking for some trauma shears for a good while! I've been looking at the Raptor, but I don't like carrying anything heavy, besides my phone and work phone. I work as an ED-Tech and always need to cut stuff. Definitely investing in the Xshears!

[@cushman11firefighter18]

Prepmedic I have question I am a volunteer firefighter my friend was a med flight shears and my new wife says it's illegal to use them as a first responder that I have to have a license is that true

[@ChairmanLevi]

cushman 11 Firefighter Unless your state has some weird laws, it is not illegal to use trauma shears of any variety at any level of training. I mean er techs who are often at best a CNA can use them. But the best thing you as a responsible adult can do is google the laws for your state regarding your scope of practice

[@MokuNui808]

Are these TSA friendly?

[@Dave-ji1hv]

They look like an interesting pair of shears. My only complaint would be that you can't really remove them from the holster 1 handed. It seems like the leathermans are a lot more versatile when it comes to that. They can be put in the holster normally or folded up and can be easily removed with a good tug. I have only worked with the leathermans so I can't really speak for these. In the end it comes down to what you (the user) prefers.

[@palaxdrain9115]

this, plus a leatherman z rex, just perfect and fast

[@peterkukolik8402]

Thank you.

[@rodneybailey1106]

How well do they cut leather

[@peteracerios7731]

Rodney Bailey I cut threw a leather motorcycle jacket with absolutely nnooo problem. Hand didn’t even cramp a little.

[@medicalaidememoire5670]

If you want to see how they cut through leather watch: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZnSmqKAja97j7M

[@istinklikebutt45]

Peter Acerios why’d you throw the jacket after you cut it?

[@danielwinsauer6428]

In the video he mentioned that there was a discount program where you could get the raptors for around $40. Does anyone have more information about this?

[@arynricardo6169]

Daniel Winsauer google Leatherman Pro

[@brodysimpson8576]

THANK YOU