Rosecraft Savage Creek Gunstock Pocket Knife RCT014

Review of the Rosecraft Savage Creek Gunstock Pocket Knife RCT014. Features black smooth micarta handles, 2.5" satin finished D2 clip point blade with swedge, stainless spade shield, brushed stainless bolsters, stainless liners, nickel silver pins.
Closed length: 3-5/8" / 92.5 mm UK Friendly
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[@ihopetowin]

Black and silver, the thread and pinch, wonderful. A complete looking knife.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

This one is a must get for me. Wouldn't want to be without it. Thanks, Jeff.

[@terrancecoard388]

It is a beautiful knife with an excellent fit and finish we have come to expect from Rosecraft. It makes a nice companion for the little Begg Knife Hawkbill. I think in 2024, $50-60 is the new normal for knives of this quality. Heck, everything else has gone up so I am not going to hold it against them. CASE!! take note, please!!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Terrance, the F&F is top notch. Just hoping for some more natural material handles now. Thanks as always.

[@singingtoad]

Thanks for sharing about this very pretty RCB knife, I like that they are stamping their name rather than printing it now. 👍Take care my friend and Cheers!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

They seem to get that we knife lovers prefer the stamp. Thanks, Toad.

[@davidwilliams1805]

Rosecraft rocks for sure! Great looking knife! Thanks for sharing with us! You rocked it!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Really liking the recent output from Rosecraft. Thanks for having a look, David.

[@BaxtersBlades]

Im sitting here playing with mine as I watch your video! it really blew away all my expectations. I wanted a bone cover on this one but I am very Happy with it. Fit and finish is always incredible on these cause rosecraft actually does Quality Control, and look the knives over before selling. The spade is better executed on this compared to my RRs. It really is a perfect size, not too big and not too small. Though I still love the Cane creek cause I am a sucker for coke bottles!! Thanks for sharing TK! Very Glad Yah finally got a good one!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yea the size they got just right. F&F is great. A really fantastic knife. Hope to see you Sunday. Thanks, Andrew.

[@davidkurle5418]

Rosecraft just keeps on killing it! Beautiful pattern, buddy!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

They've hit on a lot them and this Gunstock is excellent. Thanks, David.

[@deanP.]

Another Home run from Rosecraft. Thanks TK.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

100% Dean, they are coming in hot. Props to RCB.

[@RoseCraftBlades]

So your top two are Armstrong designs. Woot woot! Thanks for showing this one! It's become a pocket favorite for me as well. ❤

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

As of now you lucky dog. Looking forward to a strong April as well. Thanks, Andy.

[@tonysponies.2007]

An absolute stunner TK . Recently got mine and to say I'm pleased is an understatement! Nice to see a different shield . If I'm seeing honest I 'm not a fan of the rose bud , it kinda seems indistinct. This is nitpicking, I know . They are fantastic quality and value . This takes my Rosecraft collection to 6 . Andy , please keep the UK legal ones coming ! Thanks TK , A T B Tony . 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Plenty of reasons to be excited for Rosecraft. I like the spade shield also. Good to see them mix it up. 6 ponies in Tony's stable? Excellent.

[@RadioGeekBlades]

I love the gun stock shape and the blade on this one. Very nice clean design. 👍❤️🔪

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Very comfortable knife in hand. A great size, seems real sturdy. A prectical EDC. Lots to like, RG.

[@kathleensmith370]

I like the single bladed traditionals

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Always something special about single bladed simplicity. Really, top notch. Glad you like it, Kathleen.

[@ralphiewigs2208]

It is a great knife...perfect size, ergonomic, attractive, good value, pretty sharp out of box. I hit it with the strop and it is darn sharp.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks for the feedback, Ralphie, I'll be sure to do that.

[@jasonbeecher509]

Very beautiful knife. I'd carry it daily

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

As would I, Jason. A great knife. Two thumbs up!

[@stevebarraclough8500]

Got one of these and an appalachian Jack from HH here in the UK the other day. The jack for a user about the house n garden and the gunstock is a pretty one for the collection though the handle fits my hand really well. Keep up the good work TK

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Steve, good to see the UK is getting their supply of the RCBs. We have Slippy to thank in part for that. Have a great day.

[@wizardofahhhs759]

I think I'm gonna go ahead and order one of these. It's a great looking knife.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks for taking a look at the review, Wizard. I think you'll be very happy with it.

[@skcamerican]

So many options these days, for knife fans. Love it. This one is a beauty. I have 2 RCBs. Would like to have more!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Right on, this would make my 6th, so I've obviously been enjoying their releases too. Thanks, Su.

[@WVKnifeEnthusiast]

very nice TK! Best looking Rosecraft knife I have seen yet

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

You think so? It's a top contender for sure. Thanks for having a look, WV.

[@JoseGonzalez-yx6vm]

It is a very well designed and attractive knife. thanks for the review, TK.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It's very well made , Jose. If you're on the fence I'd take the plunge.

[@randyblackburn9765]

Looks well made , good looking gun stock

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Agreed. Thanks, Randy.

[@chaddamron3877]

Those 2 they have coming out next month are a smoke show - holy mackerel Andy killing it

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

100% going to buy both, Chad. RCB is top dog right now in the mid-priced traditional world.

[@viking7560]

This is my second Rose Craft knife. Fit and finish and design rivals many knives that are twice the price. I have one modern folder as well and all three came with a good edge.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

All mine have been sharp as well. They make a good knife. Thanks, Viking.

[@propblast82nd]

That one looks like a home run TK , thanks for the video.

[@Seppiedog]

Great looking knife, thanks for sharing TK. Be safe

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

You betcha, Seppie. Thanks for having a look.

[@R.H.bladeNshade]

TK with another great one!!! Thanks for showing this one buddy!! Bootyful knife for sure!👊🏼

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks very much, RH. Appreciate the sub. I really, really like the Savage.

[@JollyPeanut]

I do like this one the handle looks comfortable & cool at the same time. Love the blade shape too..I may have to pick one up..Awesome review TK , have a good one buddy 👍

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Right on, JP. This one comes highly recommended.

[@SlipjointSawyer]

Great take on this John! Definitely my favourite knife so far this year, been in my pocket since it arrived

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It's only March but It's a 2024 knife of the year candidate. Maybe we need to make up a physical award, a bucking donkey perhaps to hand out this year.

[@SlipjointSawyer]

@@ThriftyKaniffy I'm down 🙏🏻

[@exploringwithoz]

Oh that's a great knife

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

A fantastic piece. A favorite for 2024 thusfar.

[@user-Bladewalker]

Like rosecraft quite a bit. Fit and finish is really well done and will be getting more that's for sure. Fantastic job really enjoyed it my friend.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks for watching the review. Nothing makes me happier than when I've got a great knife to show and this one is excellent.

[@user-Bladewalker]

@@ThriftyKaniffy haha yeah I bet I have so many that was a disappointment after I got it. Thanks for replying brother. Says a lot about a channel

[@happykt]

The last three Case knives (which were new) I've bought in the last six months haven't been able to cut through paper, unlike my Rosecrafts. Also my new Buck 301 (made in USA) has the spey blade stocking out of the body of the knife, unlike the made in China Buck 371. The American's are failing to craft well done traditional knives under $75.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Just this week I had to replace a Case knife myself, so I understand your frustrations. Thanks, Happy.

[@sixgunslingin]

We wants it...the precious

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yessir, don't let Frodo steal it, Sixgun.

[@ericstarr9399]

Truly excellent design!! I feel like Rosecraft's line of traditionals are what Rough Ryder Reserve should have been.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

I totally agree, wish RRR would get back to making something resembling a traditional knife. Their last two are passes for me.

[@John..18]

Thanks for showing us this one, I've heard nothing but good stuff about Rosecraft,, I'm gonna have to get me one of these,, all the best from across the pond,, 👌

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Should be coming Heinnie Haynes. Thanks, John.

[@Stans_Collectors_Universe]

Great looking knife. The Gunstock pattern is really growing on me. Thanks for sharing, Live Long Prosper and Collect Your Own Way!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It's a great looking handle shape. Very traditional styling. Thanks, Stan

[@jerseyknifeguy6382]

Nice one John most of them weren’t really appealing to me but I guess I’ll pick this one up thanks bud I’m only picking it up because you talked so highly about it stay well 😊

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It's a fantastic knife, Pete. If you like a gunstock I wouldn't pass it up.

[@stuartgross5728]

Another one similar to the RRR. Nice one TK!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

A very high quality release. Two thumbs up. Thanks, Stuart.

[@RandysWSG]

Looks like a fantastic knife.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Right on, Randy, we very much agree.

[@jeffjackson5331]

Sweet looking knife.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

A fantastic release. Two thumbs up. Thanks, Jeff.

[@jeffjackson5331]

@@ThriftyKaniffy cool! You're welcome

[@michaelbeams9553]

Beautiful knife . Well worth the cost Great review 👍

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

This one is a cut above I think. 100% EDC worthy. Thanks, MB,

[@SigogglinJack]

Beautiful. Great review!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks very much, Jack. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@1OFGODSOWN]

It’s a beautiful knife, but I can’t make myself stop buying those CASE XX so I would have the money to buy one of those and try it out.👍😂🇺🇸

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

There's other brands out there to explore. Thanks, One.

[@radar468]

Love it

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

With good reason. Thanks, Radar.

[@NorthStarKnifeReviews]

I like that a lot. 🔥

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It gets TK's seal of approval for whatever that is worth. AKA. .0000001 cents.

[@BrianK_70]

Great knife! I'd love to see a version with wood covers someday to truly embrace the gunstock pattern.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yes, indeed, that would be something I'd be interested in as well. Thanks for the suggestion, Brian.

[@GlockNinja]

I am willing to bet it is made in the same factory as Rough Ryders are made. I do not know how they make such high quality work at such low price. I got a Case, Queen, and Old Timer made in the USA and all of them have obvious flaws. I have yet to get a Rough Rider knife with noticeable flaws. You have to really look hard to find any. As much as I love the idea of made in the USA, as it makes me value it more, "we" lack quality. Sorry to say. With that said, I do like my 1095HC blades on the USA made stuff. Case uses US stainless steel because 1095 tends to stain up (patina) but now that patina is in style, they should go to 1095. Just my opinion.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

A Case of this quality, if they could even manage it today, would cost triple what this did. Thanks, Glock.

[@hiredgun7996]

TK, thank you for the review. Question for you, is the word "China" on the blade etched in or is it just one of those peal off stickers?

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It's just a sticker. Easily removed. Thanks, Gun.

[@Tatuato71]

Hi! I'm just I'm just wondering why they don't use a blade lock mechanism, any one...:( I know that traditional American slip joints don't usually use blade locks but hey, it's 2024!! :(

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Just a traditional choice. It'd be like putting a fuel injector on a '65 Mustang.

[@Tatuato71]

@@ThriftyKaniffy I understand, but Rough Ryder do that in many models...Anyway, I like your metaphor😁

[@thomashowardmd247]

Looks awful similar to the RRR gunstock in D2 I picked up for

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Could be. I've got that one as well and like this one more, but both are great. Thanks, Thomas.

[@RoseCraftBlades]

Thanks, Thomas. I Designed both the Lockstock at RRR and the Savage Creek at RoseCraft and both are based on 100-year-old IXL patterns and are made as traditional gunstocks (right down to the closed length and clip point type). Also, I'm quite certain based on some tell-tale signs in manufacture and build that these do not come from the same factory as RRR. Besides, the factory doesn't do the design work. They build to our design. Have a great weekend. Andy

[@KennethKellogg-kt7bf]

The integrally milled bolster/liner says two different factories to me.

[@Orlosthedruid]

OK.....conspiracy time. We all know that SMKW contracts ROUGH RYDER knives to be made by a very particular company in China, one that they spent years trying to find and then court into a business relationship. SMKW / rough Ryder right now has 2 lines of knives that use the SPADE shield. Now, Rosecraft ALSO uses a contractor in China to make their knives. And after seeing that Spade shield, yup, it looks exactly like the Rough Ryder shield. Same company making the knives.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Actually they are not. I've been told by those in the know. Same part?, yes.

[@bruceswearingen7718]

Nice..very nice f 🗡

[@bruceswearingen7718]

Like the shield against the dark handle scales..looks like what a old west gunslinger would have on his vest pocket at the Poker table

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Top notch knife. A gunstock knife for a poker playing gunslinger makes perfect sense.

[@TwinGunz]

Great knife, still no clue why rosecraft has such a hard on for D2, I just refuse to buy any of there products until they come up with a different steel . D2 sucks!!! 😂. Rosecraft wake up!!!!

[@thomashowardmd247]

Much better than the 440A coming out in a lot of Chinese factory traditional patterns.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

D2 Pot metal!! 😂. You guys kill me.

[@RoseCraftBlades]

😂😂😂😂

[@RoseCraftBlades]

Hall of Famer, Bob Dozier is somewhere preparing to fight you right now. 😂😂😂

[@TwinGunz]

@@RoseCraftBlades y’all are missing out on a lot of money, only using D2 the majority of the time. Just saying….. maybe you’ll hear me this time, probably not tho. I would rather 440C than D2, at least I can just use the knife and don’t have to constantly worry it’s gonna be a rusty nightmare eventually if you don’t constantly slather it in oil. Worthless steel in the knife world. If you haven’t noticed, there is like about a million different knife designers, and y’all trying to impress with D2? I’m just lost. It’s sad too, cause y’all have great designs, but your plaguing yourselves with awful rusty steel that barely anyone wants. I have never heard anyone be excited there knife is D2. Lord help this company.

[@nathanprofitt3224]

Why China?

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

'Cus China makes a good knife.

[@victorheath2698]

and made where ? oh, CHINA !

[@elgatofelix8917]

Yeah what a bummer

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Stick with Case, you'll be 100% satisfied, all the time. 😂

[@BrianK_70]

​@@ThriftyKaniffyOh, shots fired! 😂

[@user-ig6nu4oo5p]

Yeah because its so much better and "fun" to be on the lists of Gec dealers or paying double the price for them on Ebay 😏🤦‍♂️