Rough Ryder Classic Cinnamon Bone Stag Series Pocket Knives Copperhead & Barlow RR2422 RR2429

[@glenh4971]

I just ordered the Barlow thanx to this fine review. Maybe later I will pick up the Copperhead. Getting rid of the Big R and the shield was a good move for RR. It looks like they are paying more attention to detail now. You have good blade centering and no gapping in the springs showing. The light pull on the Barlow is a slight concern. Some of the older RR Barlow's have light pull also. Its annoying but not a deal breaker.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Glad to hear you’re enjoying your new knife!.

[@MrBarlow]

Man that Barlow is a fine piece! I hope RR will continue to incorporate more bone/wood into their new releases. Getting a little tired of Micarta :/

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Mr.B, micarta has been played out.

[@timwilliams8343]

Cool...Just ordered this Duo, gettin' set to watch this one! Thanks TK!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Hope you enjoy them Tim. Thanks for stopping in.

[@timwilliams8343]

@@ThriftyKaniffy Yeah it will be a couple of days, I'm Glad they "Ditched the "R"!

[@paulselfe8139]

Great review, I bought the Barlow based on your comments. All I can say is for £23 it is an excellent everyday carry; great pull, lovely access to the single blade, no gapping etc, but boy was it dirty! Cleaned up a treat though. Thanks again for your review.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yes indeed, this series comes in dirty. A good cleaning is required. Thanks, Paul.

[@paulhammersley5409]

Absolutely love that Barlow especially with one blade, just looks simple and functional. The Copperhead is a pattern that i am fast becoming to love. Great video as i will now be purchasing both knives as i value your opinion. Many thanks

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Much appreciated Paul. Hope they turn out well for you, let us know. Thanks buddy.

[@propblast82nd]

Glad they cleaned up the bolsters , now they should put the master blade on show side and nail nicks on opposing sides.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Steady as they go. Probably why they did a single blade on the Barlow so there was no interference. Thanks Prop.

[@knifedelights7473]

Those are great looking knives. Thanks for sharing.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks KD I'm glad you like them.

[@tonyrome655]

Nice pair. So happy the big R is gone. That R has stopped me from buying so many Rough Riders. I would love to see this bone on the work knife, I would grab that in a hot second. Thanks for sharing.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

As would I, thanks Tony.

[@Grumpy11A]

Great review! The Barlow I got had about a 4.5 pull as well, the Copperhead was spot on as far as the build and the pull is about a 6. Both my knives came much cleaner. I hope you're right about RR's new look!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks for the feedback Tony that helps. Yes, I hope so too.

[@BigRedEDC]

A great looking series for sure and these 2 are probably my favorite patterns! The coloring on the bone stag is sweet! Thanks TK!!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yes, not a sodbuster style work knife in the series (yet), but I'd buy one if they made it. I know you like those BigRed.

[@chaddamron3877]

That Barlow ✅💥💥👏👏- great vid man

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Chad.

[@robertbudnik3318]

Thanks Thrifty! I’m all over that Barlow!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Terrific Robert. Let us know how you like the strength of the pull.

[@Warthogg1]

very interested in that Barlow! glad to see the "R" bolsters are being phased out! Thanks for sharing my friend, just subscribed ✌️

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Warthogg, very much appreciated. I've been subbed to you for a while, some fantastic knives you have. Glad to have you and hope you're feeling much better.

[@ELVendedor5000]

haha! Glad to know I'm not the only one to think the "R" bolsters was ugly. 😂

[@unklstepbilly]

Beautiful how that color has as much texture as the deep grooves in the bone. The yellow, orange, red, the brown all richly represented. These will get scooped up and hard to find. Thanks for the good look at that knife.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

They have a tremendous amount of color transition, and that makes them a bit more unique than other imitation stag I've seen.

[@davidkurle5418]

Nice looking knives! Cheers, buddy!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks buddy. Glad you enjoyed them.

[@mattmartin3169]

Great company! Listening to customers is a thing of beauty! Thanks for the video!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

That's the way it should be, right? Thanks Matt.

[@bobgartin4165]

I ordered the trapper last night. Really looking forward to it's arrival. I love the barlow reviewed here! I wish they had also offered a large stockman in this cinnamon stag bone. That would be a must have if they had made it.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Bob, a stockman would be great.

[@JollyPeanut]

Great looking knives the bone stag looks awesome... So glad the big R has gone from the bolster, if they used the horse shoe or anvil tang stamp that would be the cherry on the cake...Great reviews. Thanks TK

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Jolly. Just hoping they continue the trends with further clean design and using natural materials.

[@felinebline7154]

The Barlow is a good looking piece. Price up. Saw it coming. Happy I got what I did "Pre Maddnes". Well done.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Rick. Not happy with all the inflation I've seen lately.

[@raiderfandew]

I have both, and mine came exceptionally clean. Love both of them. RR quality just keeps getting better and better.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Well good, mine were both pretty nasty. Let us know how you like them gem. Take care.

[@raiderfandew]

@@ThriftyKaniffy The Barlow is a real jewel. Stunning quality and finish.

[@richardkut3976]

Beautiful, thanks for the cleaning recommendation.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Any time, these come particularly dirty. Thanks, Richard.

[@jimmyj4811]

Thanks for the good review. And yes, you do move the knives around too much.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Sorry about that. I'm trying to do better. Thanks Jimmy.

[@paulquinn4704]

Love those, it's such an improvement without the big R bolster, I didn't mind the shield but those two knifes look great without any over the top embellishments.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thank you for your thoughts Paul, I agree.

[@stevebarraclough8500]

I have the damascus copperhead but these two look like they will be joining my collection as they become available here in the UK. Fit n finish look great and such fantastic value too even if we do pay the same price in pounds as you guys do in dollars.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yea, that seems like a proper screwing, but I guess you guys are accustomed to it. Thanks Steve.

[@Checkmate1954]

I’ll probably get the Kamp King in this series. Thanks TK.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Cool, be sure to let us know how you like it. Thanks Check.

[@davidpopen4628]

Great review John. Thank you. Ordered the exact same two and they arrive tomorrow so even more excited to add them to collection. I'm hoping they release a sowbelly pattern as well. Keep up great reviews.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks David. Let us know how you like them.

[@davidpopen4628]

@@ThriftyKaniffy Well, to be brutally honest, i was really anticipating this knife as barlow is one of my favorite pattern, love the cinnamon bone stag look, removal of R on bolster, etc. The copperhead is great, love it and absolutely no critique. The barlow however is a huge disappointment. The pull on the blade/tension on the backspring is so weak that I really can't understand why they would release the knife out to the consumer. I actually ordered two barlows and both are the same. I know you mentioned in your review the same issue. The knifes are beautiful but the pull is such a big disappointment. Its a shame b/c with a nice 6 or 7 pull this would be a fantastic budget knife. Perfect in fact. . . one of the best released at that price point i might remember. but, with the weak tension, its nice but not awesome.

[@tonypavlik4434]

I really like those knives, very nice with out the big R on the bolsters. Really like the Barlow having one blade, shame it pull isn’t stronger. Really like the one blade knives they have been offering. Thanks for the video.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks for the comments and I appreciate you watching Tony. Take care.

[@joeclark5238]

I got the exact two in today and I am pretty happy with both. I really like the single blade Barlow, would like to see more of that pattern.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks for your thoughts Joe. I too don't mind the single blade. How was the pull on your Barlow?

[@joeclark5238]

@@ThriftyKaniffy About a five, just right for me.

[@Semitotal]

Big time improvements, wow. I'm super impressed. Barlow is very tempting, too! Think I'll wait for other handle materials, bone stag not really my thing, but with the no big R, carbon steel, no shield... Really great!

[@timwilliams8343]

Don't wait too long or they will be GONE.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Semitotal. What material are you hoping for?

[@Semitotal]

@@ThriftyKaniffy I'd love smooth bone on that Barlow!

[@jerseyknifeguy6382]

I have the damasks with the R on the bolster nice ones bud…… yup I stress telling people about how dirty they come almost ever video I mention it….. thanks John keep buyin um

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Pete. Been looking forward to these for months. They're real nice.

[@steveg.1502]

I like the way these look, so much better. I definitely will be getting these two and hopefully a Stockman. The Trapper is out for me, can't do double nail nicks. But the nice clean look of these knives is just so much better without all the billboarding. Take care TK.👍

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

I'd like to see a large stockman, and not the jumbo/Texas. Thanks Steve.

[@steveg.1502]

Heck yeah.👍

[@4449John]

These are gorgeous, just got the copperhead in this series and am very impressed with the finish and the fit. In fact out 6 knives ordered from SMKW its the only one I have no issues with. That and I really like this pattern of jack knife. Yeah, all RR's seem to come dirty. I may have to get that Barlow too.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

They'll need some cleaning for sure. I'm looking forward to seeing what RR has for us in the years to come. Thanks John.

[@haveaknifeday6253]

Great review. Ordered the Barlow. They often have errors in their specs and descriptions as I feel they copy and paste a lot. I have emailed them in the past regarding errors and they do correct them. Looking forward to the RRR single blade Barlow. Keep up the good work.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yes, I like the look of the RRR barlow. Patiently waiting. Thanks HAKD.

[@andrewp.schubert2417]

Those are real nice. I hope they make a canoe soon. I really enjoy your reviews.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks for the kind words Andrew.

[@Robbie7441]

Im very impressed with how the barlow looks , very nice 👍🏻

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Robbie, glad you enjoyed it.

[@skcamerican]

All right! Been waiting for your take on these! They look great. Really great. Like knives for grownups. The barlow, especially. That smooth, tall bolster! Yeah, I think there always be some series with the big R. But some without it, and those are the ones for me. Both of these knives are kinda beefy, springs and covers both. I like that. Andy Armstrong listened to us and designed this series, and he’s gone now. We need to buy the hell out of these to ensure RR keeps going this direction. Thanks for the review! I gotta get that barlow.

[@tonyrome655]

What happened to Andy?

[@skcamerican]

@@tonyrome655 He left last year for a mysterious new job. He comments some on the RR FB page.

[@tonyrome655]

I didn’t hear that. Thanks for the info.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Su, let's hope the sells sends a strong message that this is what we want moving forward. Take care buddy.

[@tghartman321]

I ordered that Barlow a couple of days ago. I've been waiting for RR to come out with a Goldilocks sized single bladed Barlow for a while now. Previous offerings were either extremely tiny, or way too big for my tastes.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Troy, glad they could fill the void for you. Let us know how you like it.

[@brandonzimmermann]

Just got my barlow in today, the pull on mine is a little stiffer than that. The build quality is definitely there for a “budget” knife. Only complaint is that there is one spot on the blade on both sides that doesn’t seem to patina but not an issue if you keep it shiny

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Good to know Brandon. Thanks for the feedback.

[@daven.8209]

Another great review! I was really disappointed that the Barlow in this series was not a two-blade version like the Wasp Barlow. I would have bought it in a heartbeat. I find I use the pen blade as much as the clip. Also, thank you for commenting on the pull. I actually prefer a lighter pull, especially if a knife has hard, squared, half-stops typical of Rough Ryders (as opposed to soft, rounded, half-stops as found in some other brands).

[@wizardofahhhs759]

I won't own a Barlow unless it has 2 blades.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Ok, good comments Dave. Yep, I like that they went to a one-blade for some variety, but I hope that doesn't mean the 2 blade is going away because I like it also. RR just released a Tuff Stag series two-blade Barlow as well. Thanks.

[@PatheticPeasant]

Wouldn't it be nice if they made one of each. I like the single blade Barlow but don't mind the two blade either so I'd like to have both. Lol

[@WilliamsKnifeLife]

I have that Barlow coming in from SMKW. Ordered it 4 days ago and it's still "processing."

[@alpine1600s]

If you ordered it after 10 a.m. on Friday, they address those Monday morning.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

I've had it say "processing" and be sitting on the porch. Not to be trusted.

[@alpine1600s]

@@ThriftyKaniffy that's happened once, but I am still a satisfied customer.👍🤣

[@jimmyj4811]

They do seem to take forever to process an order. Then they ship Fedex which is even slower with terrible tracking info.

[@WilliamsKnifeLife]

@@jimmyj4811 I'm just happy to have my package arrive. FedEx & UPS have a tendency to deliver to the wrong address.

[@mrseuff617]

I’ve read some reviews of this RR release that the black in the bone stag finish wipes off the handle?

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yes there is some evidence of that happening, Matthew.

[@diannedoyle3278]

Finally a single blade barlow and no big R. Thanks for listening Rough Ryder.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Welcome to the channel. Thanks for watching.

[@johnelder4273]

Those are the best looking knives RR has produced, especially the Copperhead.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

At least in a long while. Thanks John.

[@jimmyj4811]

A very nice Barlow!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thank you Jimmy, glad you like it.

[@lewisgreenway5065]

I am so pleased to not see the R bolster on these. Agree with you much better without and hope they drop them altogether, also I believe you are correct about RR not making singlr blade Barlow before, I maight just weaken and buy one as I don't have a Barlow, it is not a pattern I like that much but this is a good looking knife be interesting to see when Heinnie Haynes stock this new series. Great review.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Lewis. Glad you enjoyed these and UK friendly should you be tempted to get them.

[@motaman8074]

The bolsters are beautiful!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It's all you need. Thanks Richard.

[@tntanto]

Beautiful knives, sans R and nice bone.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yes they are! Thanks for watching TN Tanto.

[@pragmaticcat7619]

I actually like the r on the bolsters. Adds character. But I can see why others dislike it.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It just overstayed it's welcome. Thanks Prags.

[@RJsKnives]

I like this series. The Barlow is very appealing to me. I didn’t get the memo, I think there’s at least 4 or 5 videos out on these knives! I guess I will be in the second or third wave!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Interesting they made the Barlow a single blade. Thanks RJ. Look forward to any content you provide.

[@pa1adin111]

Great video. I think the clip blade on the copperhead would look better with a long pull instead of the nail nick. That would get rid of the problem of going into the swedge.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

I think your idea is a good one, but one thing at a time I guess. Thanks Rick.

[@rbs1889]

Beaituful pieces!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Ron. Welcome to the channel.

[@rbs1889]

@@ThriftyKaniffy Thank you!

[@thatonegearguy]

I usually buy GEC or Case, but I just ordered the barlow one to test out.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Be sure to clean it out. These always seem to come dirty.

[@thatonegearguy]

@@ThriftyKaniffy got it

[@Zen_Ali_123]

Haven't bought a RR in years, since before the Covid if that counts, but I'm getting that copperhead.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks for sharing Zen. I hope you enjoy it.

[@StephenWorth]

I've noticed that the carbon steel Rough Ryders are always dirty. Just ordered these. I ordered the trapper too, but it is so close to the copperhead. I wonder why they didn't choose a different pattern. I hear they are coming out with a stockman in this style. Now that we've heard the hound bark, we need to see a picture!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Stephen, I would hope to see more patterns in the series. Time will tell.

[@LegionTacticoolCutlery]

Very nice, very nice!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks LTC. Take care buddy.

[@timbo4374]

I was just telling Gruggs from Legion Tacticool Cutlery that this Cinnamon Bone Stag is one of my favorite series from RR. I think they did a good job with this bone stag

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Great looking knives. I hope they make even more in this series.

[@jdnotariano]

These look nice. I live in a humid area and I just don’t prefer carbon steel over even 440A stainless.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Fair enough. Stainless works too. Thanks Pietro.

[@theprestriedge4657]

That Barlow is sweet....I’m holding out for the RRR Barlow in tan micarta .....Have you heard anything about when the new RRR are getting here?

[@skcamerican]

I heard they are all on the next boat. Can’t wait.

[@theprestriedge4657]

@@skcamerican Cool...It would be nice if they posted the pictures at least.

[@skcamerican]

@@theprestriedge4657 I know! I’d like to see the bow canoe, whatever that turns out to be!

[@theprestriedge4657]

@@skcamerican I have to see what a $ 139.00 RR looks like ....The description just says liner lock.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Just been waiting for further info like everyone else. Trying to remain patient.

[@billyjohnson2495]

OMG I love those.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Finally without the R/T bolsters. It was a long wait. Thanks Billy.

[@bishop6426]

This will be my first Barlow. I’ve never cared for that pattern much….but the clean bolster, sweet bone stag and carbon steel does it for me. I also like the fact that there’s no big shield for a change. Of course since I’m a Lefty I never get to see the “show side” anyway. 😊

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Well ,in many cases the reverse side has been the better looking side. I'm a lefty as well. Thanks Bishop.

[@benfranklin3963]

Nice 👍

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

You're still alive, Ben? Thanks for your contributions. I kid. Thanks for watching, though.

[@benfranklin3963]

@@ThriftyKaniffy It's okay I'm only 317 years old now. Feel like 30 😊

[@Abrazo835]

Be careful cleaning the covers with mineral oil. I rubbed them with mineral oil and kitchen towel yesterday to clean and remove any machining oil residue and it substantially faded all the black coloring. There was black all over the towel, and given the fading, I don’t think it was oil. It was the dye. I’m not sure how they die the bone, but I know it comes off easily. Kinda bummed...

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks for the heads up, David. For general cleaning I typically use a surface cleaner like Glass Plus.

[@richterknives]

Well there ya go. Not bad. Looks a ton better without that R on the bolsters. Carbon steel is a win

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

All good Michael. Thanks for watching.

[@gizmocarr3093]

Looks like a good move on their part.🙂

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yes, I agree. Thanks Gizmo.

[@matthewlilley2193]

My Barlow just arrived and sadly it was a dud. I suppose that happens from time to time with RR. Little to no half stop to speak of with no snap to and from that position. F&F not horrible otherwise but I contacted customer service at SMKW and the fine folks there are rectifying it. Can’t say enough good things about them. Hoping the replacement is up to par because it really is an attractive knife and I want to carry it daily. Hoping no one else received one that slipped by quality control.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

All feedback I've gotten on the pull strength has been the same - "light". Let us know how it goes.

[@alpine1600s]

Wish these had the acorn shield.🤔 Surprised Mr. Barlow showed the copperhead and trapper. He probably will get the barlow.👍

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It was the last to drop so he may have ordered it by now. Thanks Seb.

[@jelkel25]

Yes, the Damascus bladed ones got a real hammering in the Heinnies reviews, cut like a tennis ball apparently but they were always sold out???? Folks do like a good moan there though. My big no is weak backsprings, it drives me nuts so will probably skip the Barlow but that Copperhead will have to happen, reminds me of the green scaled Marbles Copperhead, very nice.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

The copperhead is a winner, high marks. Thanks Richard.

[@9thchamber499]

I wish ppl would complain about the g10 liners instead of the RR bolsters. Not a fan of this new style and wish they stuck with the original design.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks for the feedback 9th.

[@westbsa7424]

👍👍👍👍

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Glad you enjoyed the review.

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

No shield or R/T. Non Damascus. Much nicer looking.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

It's what we've been asking for. Thanks Tobias.

[@jimrowland6089]

Both of those look great. I have paid more for knives that are not as nice. No R and no blade etch are steps in the right direction.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Well said. I've done the same. Thanks for the comments, Jim.

[@timbo4374]

I like the clean bolsters without the big ugly R on it.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Much improved. Thanks Timbo.

[@anthonyrollins9825]

comment on your thoughts of making rough ryders with out the R stamp , if you want that why dont we shut down all knife makers and combine them all into one so we can have all our knives look the same .............. the R stamp is one of the nice touches that designated straight away your holding a Rough Ryder and it angers me you whiny cry babies got that changed.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

And so now your whining? 👌 They made them with the R for a heckuva long time, so there's no shortage of choices with the R still available. I don't need an R emblazoned on the bolster to let me know the brand I'm holding.