Schrade Phantom Spear - Better than I Expected!

[@MootingInsanity]

I like tacticool spears. They make me want to dress in polyester furs and become an urban caveman who hunts buses and chases them off cliffs.

[@discipleofsound4565]

Mooting Insanity Best idea ever

[@Thatslifebro_]

This deserves my like.

[@codyself6988]

I LoL’d.

[@Nihilus49]

Stick 'em in the belly where their body is the softest but watch out, they can be dangerous when driven mad by pain. Also as I heard passenger seats can be quite delicious if cooked the right way

[@biohazard724]

The real plot Horizon Zero Dawn is Aloy is just a crazy woman roaming the city and attacking vehicles.

[@Ecocristero3]

I thought that stump you stabbed into in the first clip was a huge rock.

[@reptiloidmitglied2930]

Konner Thorson That would be the most impressive thing since excalibur

[@nebulus4700]

ThisNameCouldBeCreative OK well nippon folded 1000 Times steel could easily do that, since we all know they can cut through missiles XD

[@mosquitoskeet2189]

Hahaha i thought the same thing hahah

[@Ecocristero3]

Crimson Dragoon You’ve been reading too many web forums. Lol

[@Ecocristero3]

ThisNameCouldBeCreative OK Indeed.

[@codyself6988]

7:36 Robot Skall takes over the review. 👍🏻😎🤖

[@shadow171393]

That sounds like the left and right sound channels are slightly out of synch

[@TheJoe999Man]

Skall’s loose hair hanging is epic.

[@hypedrifter1715]

More a javelin than a spear imo. But it's still nice. Usually these "tactical/phantom/fancy black" weapons are not that good. Very interesting review.

[@SicFromTheKush]

There is no IMO. Theres set definitions for javelins and spears. No opinions involved

[@SneakyBadAssOG]

2 legged predators..So actual Predators?

[@edi9892]

No, those guys that try to poke girls with their meat-swords. Well, for these predators I would rather use a blunt, but well oiled wooden pole and let gravity do it's thing...

[@edi9892]

Joe Blow It sounds more like a sadistic sociopath, or someone trolling you.

[@MyRedHulk]

SneakyBadAss Ever heard of a cassowary?

[@DarkPillWarrior]

@@MyRedHulk I have and they terrify me.

[@Barskor1]

2 legged predators the worst kind, the elite of them wear matching outfits.

[@dominicpattberg3537]

it performed better than you were hoping? ;)

[@MCRT8]

dominic pattberg lol, I see what you did there.

[@gabrielespindola4461]

It's not about the length of your shaft but How you handle your spear ;)

[@windhelmguard5295]

personally i think it's more about how the length of the shaft relates to the body of the user. this one seems a little short for skall but i think it would have the right size for cara.

[@gabrielespindola4461]

i do agree with your argument but... it was a dick joke.

[@Hanashibi]

So was his rebuttal.

[@gabrielespindola4461]

oh... now i get it. nice joke Windhelm Guard

[@ivanm.1114]

Gabriel Espíndola famoso Espíndola

[@cerealkiller7143]

''long enough to get the job done'' Probably the most badass 2017 quote.

[@zaodedong9935]

I get a chuckle everytime I watch your videos.

[@agentvenom2338]

Never seen this guy in my life, love the way he explains, strange to watch a random video and like the guy this much, I'm hard to please 😂

[@eukanuba98]

4:39 skall looks like the totally surprised villain in a bad action movie "how are you not dead yet?!"

[@thraxhunter1450]

How will this work against Lloyd’s beige armor during your duel?

[@grailknight6794]

Actually its perfect! Its basically a halfswording longsword but it being a spear has better grip cause there is no chance of cutting yourself on accident!

[@stormcloak5807]

illyrian Raider the opposite of perfect actually

[@TheLegendOfPsychopath]

6:49 When the sparks fly from your Spear and you don't notice! 😂

[@victorlofeudo5692]

Skall, would you make a video showing us what would be your apocalyptical setup? With your swords, and knives and whatever... I think it would be a fun little video.

[@Neutral51]

Hmm you can use the spear as a fishing rod i guess, but finding longer stick for the fishing line is quite nice option too. Quite happy to see fishing eq

[@methyllithium323]

5:50 YES YES!!! A POMMEL TO END THEM RIGHTLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@methyllithium323]

even tough it's a bit lame, but still does the job done

[@oldtimetinfoilhatwearer]

+Радован Кубурић lol

[@wisewigga7129]

For honor

[@HidraClorolic]

That strand of hair doe 😆😆😆👍👍👍

[@brasteen1]

Hidra Clorolic HAIR STRAND!!!

[@mcblaggart8565]

Anime viking fashion.

[@osmacar5331]

Hidra Clorolic do you have ANY idea how annoying they are? *fkoat float float* fuck off *float float float* fuck off... *float float float* *flails*

[@rscott1459]

That would drive me nuts!

[@pinusknopf9020]

A good question. I heard that in pre-armor times broad cutting swords were used. then to pierce through armor, a rapier like thrusting weapon had to be invented. but now in the age of firearm, armors dissapeared. why didnt the rapiers, epees and piercers dissapear too? why not using a slashing weapon like a broader sword?

[@leviangel97]

Pinus Knopf I'd love to hear skall respond to this

[@clothar23]

What are you on mate, body armour is still a thing. Sure an AR500 plate carrier isn't as flashy as a full suit of plate but it's still body armour and it's still doing the job of keeping it's wearer alive.

[@mathildadeer]

No. Weapons were not designed to pierce armor, they were designed to get around armor (stab in between pieces) or kill the opponent with blunt force (Hit em with a hammer).

[@windhelmguard5295]

the british military actually made an effort to design the ideal sword after the napoleonic wars. you see the french cavalerymen where using thrusting weapons while the british cavalery used sabres. the british came to three conclusions: the trusting swords used by the french caused more lethal injuries than the british sabers did. the british sabers caused more debilitating injuries than the thrusting swords did. when two cavalerymen met in battle, the quick and agile thrusting sword had a clear advantage ofer the saber, which was balanced for slashing at ground targets. what the british then came up with was essentially a type 3C+ (if you do not know what this meanst look up the elmslie typology for medival single edged swords) falchion, with the grip being at an angle similar to a pistol. this design persisted in the british cavalery until they got rid of cavalery units entirely.

[@pinusknopf9020]

@clothar23. I know that there is such a thing as body armor - even one experimented with. but None of these armor will ever get beaten by a medieval like sword or weapon. that things are mostly bullet proof - not ment to protect from the medieval arms. @chi-BowlI know, but I simplified the statement. also you are wrong. There were even some swords with a triangular blade even suited to pierce through armor. looked like a lance-sword hybrid. at least here in Germany. I know on the other hand that rapiers etc were designned to get around the armor. But thats the question now. As the heavy plate armor vanished.. 18 - 19 century.. why didnt vanish these blades too in favor of more slashy broader swords like there were in the pre-plate armor era.. like viking age. ? you dindt answer that. @Kameron Haydenthats extremly rare and expensive highly specialized stuff. And it wasnt made to be protected against medieval rapiers i suppose

[@BelugaSennah]

Really seeing your weightloss man! Congratz

[@kitaryakysubae3156]

Cut the shaft off an inch from the tang, round the bottom, wrap paracord tightly around the handle portion, and get scabbard made that is more appropriate for something like a boot knife or something with 2 loop attachments for securing to the leg and a built in steel reinforced belt clip with a hard metal with a square edge for a quick sharpening. It's what I'd do with mine. Make it into something similar to a military spec boot knife

[@robertyoung1317]

Not a spear guy persay myself Skall however after watching your testing I am fully confident that it is a purchase I will be making in the near future.

[@oxylepy2]

Hey, at least your honest about the shaft. People appreciate that.

[@nicholaspurnell7626]

It would be interesting if you could attach the blade to a collapsible metal pole (something similar to a police baton) that way you can have a solid blade knife and a spear

[@jaseiwilde]

Skallagrim is it viable to have an axe as a secondary weapon for blades and what are the pros and cons of it? thanks man keep it up btw happy holidays!

[@dagganattano5536]

Jan Daniel Alcantara I think he actually made a video on that?

[@DevDog67]

I mean the native American tribes carried tomahawks as a secondary to their spears... So yeah I would say it's viable.

[@heimdalshorn]

If you want the spear longer, there is the Schrade SCHSP-EXT1 Spear Extension Handle

[@83gt17]

Optional longer length shafts would be good. I'd seriously consider buying one if I could get it in a 6' to 7' overall length. Using it as a walking staff would make it more useful overall, instead of being something else to just carry around. I'd go $100 USD in a 6' staff.

[@pez1850]

Halberds and Spears are the goat

[@darius359au]

theres an extension you can buy to make the shaft longer..

[@chenry7084]

Sounds like it would be a good choice for someone on a budget, the choice of blade material reminds me of how most bayonets are made, considering cost and the abuse they're likely to endure making something that could hold an edge better and not shatter on impact would raise the cost significantly.

[@anthonymatthews3793]

My aunt got this for me im 14 5,11 so i think its pretty good i only see it for hunting small animals or for a training spear... Ps thanks for making you videos so awesome.

[@grumpyoldwizard]

Love your reviews and videos, thanks and Merry Christmas!

[@gre8]

You said it was longsword lenght. Could you try applying longsword cutting techniques with it? See how well it would do with its tip cutting some soft target?

[@yesthecrumbs5806]

Skall reminds me of that nerd we all had in our class. Who had the small lisp and braces. I'm that kid haha.

[@Mike_858]

The blade totally is an upscaled version of the HRT combat knife from Smith & Wesson.

[@Nightlurk]

The shaft can never be too long man...

[@Maiquior83]

Kinda nice spear, short but Deadly, practical when you are in tight/small spaces and you need to defend yourself, you can keep it close to you and yet you have enough range. Yep that sounds fine to me, it's cheap but effective :) Nice review

[@Nightlurk]

Oh man that thing is badass. I want one!

[@matthewdeguire472]

I see we have the same shower curtain (the trees in the background).

[@taylorseppala5602]

says on amazon they sell an extension for the shaft, might have the problem of breakage were it screws on but worth a look.

[@kbomb1991]

They do have an extension for the shaft.

[@charlescollier7217]

The length seems comparable to an iklwa, which would make it useful for use in close quarters combat.

[@markusdemerius8993]

yeah black shafts usually have more grip

[@Micharheins]

You seem to know a good deal about alloys and metal quality. Could you please do video about that?

[@helman7838]

I can see this being used in boar hunting. For example, you shot the hog but it's not quite dead yet. And instead of a knife to finish it off, you can use the spear so don't have to get as close....or just shoot it again or whatever. It's an option.

[@khartog01]

Might have to get one. Seen it before but questioned it's quality given it's price.

[@Erpyrikk]

Why hasnt anyone made a modular walking stick with atacheble spear, shovel and axe head. Have like a pouch with the different atachements, perfect for outdoor camping trips.

[@haydenforman7220]

"Very tight too, you have to be careful if you just grab on to it and yank it" Skallagrim 2017

[@jabba762]

Can anyone imagine going for a hike down to the shoreline and seeing through the scrub a strange bearded man stabbing a spear into a dead tree...... Scary shit

[@JonnesTT]

115cm is kinda short for a spear even I use longer Spears and I only exercise with one handed versions. DUEL WIELD SPEARS! XD

[@EarCat]

JonnesTT oh so you're a Heroic Spirit, of the Lancer class?

[@ducks_love_bread]

I recently came to require some sort of support while walking because my legg randomly just gives out particularly on stairs or a steep slope so i have been looking for a cane and i would love to find a cane that has interchangeble heads like the m48 warhammer and a spear point or a saw blade or a sheperds sling and god knows how many other uses we could a think up but that would be my ideal support lmao

[@scottpilgrim8778]

You can buy an extension for I think $18 on amazon

[@dmitriitkachenko7138]

What?! Skal read the instruction? Something is inappropriate to do with the weapon?! World gone nuts

[@discipleofsound4565]

Hey Skall, have you ever fought with a ranseur? It'd be cool to see some more polearm fighting

[@CripticX]

worst case scenario it can be a dagger so i guess yes shaft length doesn't matter

[@urazoe8240]

i miss this kind of video. sadly ther arent as many new once any more

[@Skallagrim]

Huh? I've made quite a number of review videos lately.

[@urazoe8240]

but mostly kniefes and poket knifes at that. thoose never live up to what i use them for. folders are just not sturdy enough. karving knifes maybe? or swords i love those. btw i love the coldsteel kriegsmesser but i find the handel is a bit heavy feels wierd when holding it.

[@justaname1183]

cant find it anywhere anymore ive been looking for a short spear like that for under 100

[@MB-bg1ek]

"It is not very long but it get's the job done" Skall 2017 :-D

[@ironwolfF1]

If the shaft was a foot longer, it would increase it's practicality greatly IMO). (As a tall man, it's too short to double as a walking stick)

[@ahel4523]

Or get a shovel. They don't fly well but they are a large axe/spear type weapon.

[@bigfootaintreal5454]

I live in the south, United States. I know guys that have hog hunted with spears (not me!) I like my bow. But for something big like a hog, it would need to be good, STRONG tempered steel. and a heavier wooden handle.

[@markmikolay9019]

Looking good Skall !

[@testsubject747]

Should've had bandages or matchsticks or something else in that capsule instead of fishing stuff, since you could basically just fish with the spear itself.

[@gruesomebearofthemountains5910]

That spear ain't killing no bears unless you feel like going old indian and sliding underneath them while they stand up, if they do and if you're fast enough not too get hit. Though it might be good as a disposable throwing weapon.

[@MythicFrost]

Why do picture of toothpick comes into my mind when looking that stick with pointy end?

[@adangarcia895]

The shaft had enough heft to go pretty hard with it ;)

[@theredneckbuddha2763]

I love the dissapointment in his face and voice 😂

[@concernedgoldcoaster9139]

good review, but cant help but notice how soft your targets where when ''stress testing'' like those trees are dead AF and damp, expected more from a skall review. Like those targets where fine, but up the ante and target which eventually will break it, so we can see what it would take to do that

[@IPostSwords]

I feel like the proportions of blade : handle length are wrong. It looks like the blade should be a little longer.

[@strydyrhellzrydyr1345]

Wow.. man you are so different back in these days

[@yukiminsan]

that's actually really cool

[@hideknaze]

The length reminds me of the Zulu Iklwa spear. Have you ever reviewed an iklwa?

[@mikegould6590]

I live in a community where coyotes are very present. Given gun bylaws (or any missile weapons for that matter), I'd like to have this and a decent knife for those long walks with the dog in the winter.

[@poisoncontrol4488]

Mike Gould I dog walk in coyote and mountain lion areas, pepper spray and long knives go a long way.

[@quodterminosjustifyquodmed6616]

Thanos: "I have an infinity gauntlet" Skallagrim: "I have a pommel" 😁

[@freaktree7510]

I’ve been in the market for a new spear. But I need a bigger shaft and a better head

[@jgowin14]

I've been thinking about going on a feral hog hunt with a spear. (Spear hunts for hogs are legal and common in some states.) How does this compare against other options, such as the Assegai offered by Cold Steel?

[@kniazjarema5809]

But most importantly (dramatic pause) it will kill.

[@HydrengeaEdelweiss]

I would love to have this! But I don't know what to use it for and how to justify its purchase against paying my mortgage :/

[@LexieAssassin]

Damn... That audio desync @ 7:34 - 8:00... o.O

[@perolebjorvik2943]

Can you please make a video about the red guards in the new star wars film?

[@fulanitoflyer]

We do I even watch this channel?!?.... I have no real interest in sharp objects or medieval times... but really like this channel.

[@wittwashere]

is it possible that the exposed edge on the lower tang is intentional to provide a place for use of the fero rod?

[@manonmarchand3444]

Its got a pommel ! It's unbeatable !!!

[@merecatbear114]

can you say now that 3cr13 is not that bad of a steel for edge retention after all that abuse?

[@deathdruid03]

Any chance you still have it and would be willing to sell it? I collect and throw spears; and haven’t been able to find a shcrade phantom..

[@chrishayes6359]

Always like short handle it alwos for different combat styles.

[@Oxhead]

Sliding down the black shaft?. 😂😂😂

[@NG15427]

Oh, even a spear has a pommel, nice!

[@nicemarmot3902]

That's what she said!

[@TheZinmo]

I guess it would be quite a hunting spear, or better javelin.

[@rat488]

So I am curious how this compares price wise to just buying a steel spear head and making your own wooden shaft? Is this still cheaper? Is the better steel in a formal spear head really up the quality for money? does the fiber shaft of this spear make it more durable than which woods?

[@clothar23]

You'd be better off buying a spear head and making a shaft yourself. For 90 Canadian ya can get some decent spear heads just make sure they're the socket type. And in North America we have Osage Orange wood, some of the best wood out there for making shafts of all kinds.

[@calibaniteswordswinger9687]

I can't get it delivered here in uk

[@bluewolvesstudios2822]

Curious atm, whats your review regarding the M48 Magnum Spear.

[@drecknathmagladery9118]

a few words about the "shaft" lol

[@Broad_88]

Skallagrim is the guy I want to be my hero but not my nightmares villian xd

[@A-G-F-]

so, this made me wonder, can a tang be hollow in a sword? so you can put things in there. also, that sword would be 1 piece only, and that would make it heavy AF

[@genobreaker1054]

Spear with para cord... is that not already a fishing kit? :)

[@Druku1977]

You know they sell an extension handle for $18 US right?

[@chabis]

I just wonder if spearheads count as knives with symmetrical blades in Switzerland. That would make them illegal. Knives/daggers are only legal if the blade is not symmetrical. Or if they are too big to be carried concealed. So huge spearheads will be OK while fairly small ones might indeed be a problem and really small ones are OK again. A halberd would be perfectly fine since it's alays big enough. But I am not sure if you can throw a halberd. Did somebody ever try that?

[@johnfrancisdoe1563]

Peter Guhl Also a proper Swiss halberd is asymmetrical in the extreme and has long rods for mounting so it can't be concealed.

[@chabis]

John Francis Indeed. It's not exactly a stealth weapon.

[@chabis]

John Francis Doe And it would even be fairly useful when you had to defend yourself in the forest.

[@AssassinAgent]

Peter Guhl damn, now I want to see some one throwing a halberd for no reason...

[@crazzish]

how u do the dummy for testing weapons,arrows and someting like that. thx