Schrade SCHF40LD Fixed Blade Knife Review - Survival Knife

[@Tnav02]

I like the hairstyle Bryan👍

[@jerryarnold2673]

enjoy all your vids, u pull no punches and very honest no matter what the vid is about I luv the fact u r in scouts that alone says youre honest . What ever u do don't up grade the balance lab!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Not much chance of that.

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

"Big Knife Stuff"! Now your talkin' my language Bryan. Looks like a good one. Bic saves the day lol.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Boy Scout motto.

[@toddklekotka3340]

I like this version much more than the serrated version. Im glad that Schrade offers both so they for different needs and wants. Glad to see your still having fun playing with knives...wait.....I think thats most of us! Lol. Take care buddy.....

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Always. Thanks.

[@waldmeisterbrehm]

what a beast of a knife..! great vid, as always! greetings from cologne, germany arthur 😉

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Hello Arthur.

[@waldmeisterbrehm]

Survival On Purpose i wish i had a relation to schrade.. i can not get these great knives on ebay or amazon for test and review here in germany. . its a shame ;)

[@raphaelbeinhauer9242]

+Arthur Brehm (cologne bushcraft) I saw one on idealo today for 98€. I don't buy knives here in Germany so I didn't look closer. I don't know if that's the new SK5 Version or if it's still 420J2.

[@cameronrenteria6629]

Thanks Brian, for another great review... Have a nice day

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

You too.

[@Airik1111bibles]

Yippee about time someone reviewed that version, I love the NO serations esp on the smaller one...Thanks Brian glad you reviewed it first;)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I'm not sure I was first. But thanks.

[@Airik1111bibles]

+Survival On Purpose The non serrated version im pretty darn sure your the first. There is tons of the black 40L but none that I can find for that 40dL, I really want to get the smaller one probably in March will see. Thanks again.

[@GetTheFO]

I really like how they designed the sheath. I may have to go ahead and buy one these suckers.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It's a beast.

[@meatstick6969]

They didn't really do much designing. Just copied the LMF II sheath.

[@GetTheFO]

Bama Woodsman Very true.

[@razorrook218]

+Survival On Purpose is this knife full tang? I've heard that the pommel is separate piece attached...

[@BibleTeacher4U]

Hey again Bryan, I just had to go buy this knife more for curiosity than anything else, 2 things I really like about it so far, 1. it's very light weight in comparison to my other 7-8 inch blades and I think this would be a good knife for a hiker/camper who wants a bigger blade. 2. I like the molded sheath, it seems to be far more sturdy than Schrade's nylon sheaths and I really like the positive retention. I have not really beaten up this one yet but the knife came razor sharp and cuts through small vegetation very well.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+True Blade Mine was sharp too.

[@scotthill6807]

You've been cranking out the vids! When do you sleep? Thank you for the Shot Show coverage and thank you Thrunite.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I made most of these at SHOT Show. Just trying to get them posted before it loses relevance.

[@mt_baldwin]

I'm nearly 40 and am a big blade guy so I guess I'm still a kid too. I carry a 10" blade and never had any problems doing "knife stuff" and I live in the middle of tens of thousands of acres forest and marshland. Big blades rock! Plus, in my opinion, it's better to have more and need less than to need more and have less and that goes for knives too. So you go ahead and carry as big a knives as you want and enjoy 'em!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks!

[@treyingle2638]

I got this knife today along with a lighting OTF in a trade for a crkt huntn Fichs I can tell already the schrade is going to be a great knife it is solidly built just as good as a Gerber or Ontario this one may be better

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@keredrellit3992]

Thanks for the review, ended up getting one after watching.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah, long story short. We once were caught in a storm that hit us quick. We split up and a buddy of mine started batoning. I held he batoned. My O. K. C. Ranger RD-9 really started to curve that made me think it was ruined, I told him to continue, Once we got through, It straightened out true. Surprised the both of us. I was using my Ranger Afghan in the 1/4" 5160 with orange G-10 handle's that matched my Ranger RD-9 as my combo. I still use this combo and it's still going strong. I ordered smore 5160 knives, and one of my current and Fav. combo's is my Gen2 SP-53 with my Ranger T. F. I.. For the $$$ my "Sharp Hammer" is one of my Fav's. ,, .

[@donaldjohnson3265]

Now I'm wanting one of these. I love them all.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

They are cool

[@bcoutdoors843]

that's a very cool knife I'm goin to have to look in to one and great video

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+BC Outdoors It is cool

[@toma674]

Now that's a knife! I like it

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yes it is.

[@frankwilliams5475]

Please check your links. The ones listed on this video are for Thrunight and not for the Schroeder knife you reviewed. Great video.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Frank Williams The Thrunite links are because I agreed to include them for every video I posted in January in return for them sponsoring my SHOT Show triip. The Amazon link is a generic link because at the time the only link for this knife was from a 3rd party seller and sounded a little sketchy. You can click the link and search the Amazon site for whatever you want and it will support the channel. I appreciate the support.

[@frankwilliams5475]

+Survival On Purpose Thank you for the clarification. Keep up the great work.

[@sampark5146]

Thanks for the review I was looking for something like the lmf but longer,

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

This is it

[@scottperry6273]

Looks like another cool knife from Schrade. Nice throw btw too ;)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks.

[@rdlaw8868]

Another new Schrade to be added soon. Thanks Bryan.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It's cool.

[@nuancolar7304]

I like the looks of the knife, but I wonder if the longer blade will make it more likely to be used for tasks that will expose the lack of a full tang. Let's remember the LMF was designed to be used for cutting through straps and electrical wires...hence the separation between the blade and pommel to avoid electric conduction. But when you lengthen the knife and start chopping and batoning, one wonders how this design will hold up.

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

looks great !! I think a re adjustment on the edge and it would do it all !!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+MrSIXGUNZ It is a beast.

[@michaelkelly8061]

I really like a bigger knife - I will check on this one. Thanks for bringing this one to my attention.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Michael Kelly It's cool.

[@richardweilandt3315]

Nice knife, I'm curious to know if it's a full tang, rat tail tang, or a hollow tang to account for the overmolded glass filled nylon grip. Not a great sparker for fire starting, probably because of the coating on the blade. Impressive as a alternative to a Gerber LMF or BMF. a Kabar or a Randall.

[@GMDV09]

Am already loving this one, unfortunately SCHRADE is not easily found in Malaysia. Even online with local vendors dont offer much selection. Much more choices with Ontario Knife here. The lighter was a nice touch 😂😂😂😂😂😂, like you said good to be prepared. Have you done any reviews with Ontario knives especially the SP1 & SP6?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I have not

[@outdoorslayer9060]

looks almost like my gerber I have but longer blade ! very nice , great video

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Outdoorslayer 90 Thanks.

[@BrewCityRider]

Just stumbled across your video on this knife for which I was not familiar with. I actually never even heard of it. Looks very cool and I am interested in buying one. One thing you didn't cover, or maybe I just missed it, is it full Tang?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I don't think so

[@BrewCityRider]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose Yeah, I did some more research, and you're right. It's 3/4 Tang - Canadian Cutting Edge disassembled his and revealed the tang. It's interesting that Schrade put in a separate piece for the pommel/glass breaker. I've never heard of that before. Can only get the serrated model now. Can't believe Schrade/Taylor Brands discontinued this knife.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

That is because this was a pretty close copy of the Gerber LMF. This is from Gerber's website " There is complete separation between the tang and butt cap, so the knife absorbs the shocks from hammering and prevents the shocks of electricity."

[@daltonvickers7977]

I also like bigger knives. That seems to be a good knife. Thanks for the review

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+dalton vickers So far it is.

[@chindas12]

Everithing of this knife looks so nice and beauty except for the steel it's made of :(

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I think it is appropriate steel for a general use/medium priced knife.

[@arielluna3760]

I agree. I like the look of the knife, but 420j, really? there's much better options for that price with better steel. Just my opinion.

[@MrAndrewmcgibbon]

+Ariel Luna $60 is waaaaaay to much for 420j2. there are similar sized knives by Mtech and Elk Ridge that are 1/2 that price made of much better steel. The Sheath is pretty good. But you can get a bunch of different Ontario Spec Plus knives of similar size made of 1095 steel. for the same price or less.

[@Airik1111bibles]

+Ariel Luna Watch the Fire & Steel channel of the Schf 40 its definitely good heat treated steel and it held up in the freezing temperatures. This obsession with steel IMHO is getting to be a bit over exaggerated in so many ways cause I heard so much people crapping on Gerber over the LMF2 having 420 steel like it was an aluminum butter knife and worthy of the kitchen drawer. I see tons of comments about how horrible 420J2 steel is like everyone is a professional black Smith;) Gerber gets hammered over their 420 yet the LMF2 and their Strongarm have some of the best abuse vids on KZbin. Buck is a tried and true brand and their major sellers use the same Japanese 420J2. 65$ for that knife seems like a great price and the 5 inch schf40 is 59$ and after watching Fire and Steel beat the living crap out of theirs I would have no problem spending 59$ on that knife.

[@chindas12]

I maintain my opinion. And also Buck uses 420HC not 420J2.

[@normedwards5305]

Another nice job!!!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@EduardoGarcia-fj2uc]

Excelent video. Very nice knife

[@mikedifeo8344]

Nice fixed blade. Good useful sheath. I think I would remove the whole coating since you mentioned the blade is stainless steel.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I kind of like it on this knife.

[@charleslarson3152]

+mikedifeo I have the same coating on my Schrade 9N and I have NO complaints at all. ;)

[@PatrickBoening]

Would have been nice to hear your opinion and the sharpness of the blade, how long it holds and if it is or isn't easy to sharpen this knife. But perhaps there was not enough time to test this issue. Thanks anyway!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks for watching

[@TheRantinghick]

Looks fun, i think id want to strip that coating off tho, im not a fan of coated knives schrades especially.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

This is not too bad

[@Outlawstar79]

BIG KNIFE STUFF!!!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Outlawstar79 Oh Yeah.

[@pappy451]

i like it , except i don't like the handle scales/grip/pommel . okay , i like half the knife ... the blade .( sheath looks pretty good too ) good stuff Brian , thanks .

[@jeramylawlor3316]

Now that's a knife.May have yo check this one out.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It's cool.

[@wheelsgonewild1286]

This is a beauty for sure...

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I agree

[@28anchor]

Hey, thanks for the video. How has the knife held up since the review? Take care

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I gave it away so......

[@undermoonlightglow]

Knife looks very good.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I think so too.

[@charleslarson3152]

Am I correct that the pricing on many Schrade knives is going up? I bought both my solid tang SCHF 17 and the 9N for 40 bucks each. And Schrade could have easily made that spine ferro rod ready. Good review Bryan. Thanks!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I haven't heard that but I wouldn't be surprised. I have heard steel is going up.

[@charleslarson3152]

+Survival On Purpose I asked below...so I will ask here...Bryan....just how IS that pommel attached????? Years ago I had a really wicked Cold Steel tanto. Loved it. One day I knocked it off the counter onto the kitchen floor, and the pommel snapped off! That has made me wary of "attached" pommels every since.

[@garyweaver9222]

You often just wiggle those knives around in the intro an' we can't get a look at it. around 2:27, the sun and shadow gave me a clue what the tip tapper might be. Nice package, though. I'm without stuff in the 7 to 10-inch blade range. OK, wiggle on : )

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I try to be still. I really do.

[@meatstick6969]

Is it full tang or is the tang and pommel separated like the Gerber?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It is like the Gerber.

[@BibleTeacher4U]

Hey Bryan nice review! I sort of like this knife because of the blade shape and length, but I'm wondering if that TPE overmold would have durability issues. If you had to choose between this knife and the F52 which one would you get?

[@BibleTeacher4U]

the specs say this is 420J2 stainless which is a cheap steel that is very soft with almost no edge retention, in short it is a junk steel

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+True Blade Two completely different knives. But I have already said the SCHF52 is one of my all time favorite Schrades

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+True Blade DO you have any personal experience with the steel? Because I think it is very similar to what Gerber uses in the LMF knives and they have a great reputation. It could be the perfect steel for this application.

[@BibleTeacher4U]

No, I don't have any experience with it at all, sorry.

[@Dan-sq5cv]

420J2 and 420HC are not the same. 420HC is much better in carbon content and can take a much better heat treat. Google them

[@NorwegianWoods]

That lighter did wonders with those fatwood shavings :)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Works every time.

[@currahee556]

would a tec lock work on the sheath?

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

I'm really rethinking knife's!!!!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+MrSIXGUNZ There are some great choices out there now.

[@SBAkita4820]

I wish you guys would try these knives with wet hands I absolutely hate the strong arm

[@user-ym9wb2mk5e]

If Gerber would make a Strongarm in this length I would be all over it. Gerber hit a home run with the Strongarm sheath....

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+BG I agree

[@torch_ss5797]

You have mosquitoes in January? I've got ticks in January. I think these bugs are getting tougher!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

They must be

[@nathangeorge6559]

Do you know what style of tang was used?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Schrade says it is a full tang knife with an over molded handle and the pommel is done the same way a Gerber LMF is. (That is one of the design patented Gerber allowed to expire)

[@charleslarson3152]

+Survival On Purpose Bryan....just how IS that pommel attached?????

[@nathangeorge6559]

+Survival On Purpose Thank you. I've been enjoying the vids :)

[@shadowman2469]

wow what a beauty love it how bout the costs? Greets :-)

[@shadowman2469]

O i just heard it you said the price :-)

[@kodrenegbert4797]

Is it full tang?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Kodren Egbert Sort of. same construction design as the Gerber LMF II

[@KebabEater]

That sheath looks amazing. I always wanted a kydex style sheath from schrade. No 90 Degree Spine , :(

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

My only drawback. But it isn't really a bush craft knife either.

[@masonthornburgh7508]

Review some cold steel items.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Mason Thornburgh I have a Bushknife to review if I ever find time. If I had more I would.

[@charlescollier7217]

Big ole hunk o' steel. Hard to go wrong.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I have met very few knives I don't like.

[@johnlimberis9397]

thanks

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+T & J Outdoors Thank you.

[@johnlimberis9397]

Were did you find that huge chunk of nice fat wood?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+T & J Outdoors in the woods ;-)

[@punisheroutdoors3469]

Very nice!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It's cool.

[@kodrenegbert4797]

How thick is the blade?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Good question. I'd say about 1/8"

[@kodrenegbert4797]

+Survival On Purpose thank you. and thank you for the videos they are awesome.

[@miguel-540p]

I'd love to have this knife.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Patrick Miguel it is a cool knife

[@dwightehowell6062]

Like it but the handle didn't look real comfortable to me.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Dwight E Howell It looks like it wouldn't be but it is.

[@1957Stratman]

Nice knife! ;-)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+John Wayne It is cool.

[@anbhcleaner2947]

that looks like a great back pack second knife :-)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It's a big one

[@Wingman115]

Nice combat knife.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It is a hoss.

[@catherinepence5141]

That EXACT knife w/ 6" blade would be Perfect !

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Try a Gerber LMF II It has about a 4.8" blade and is the knife this Schrade was modeled after.And it is Made in the USA

[@84FrankDaTank]

Gerber should have never let that patent expire that is a really nice looking like they did though and I like it

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I guess they had their reasons.

[@MrAndrewmcgibbon]

you don't "Let" patents expire. Patents are only granted for a specific period of time. they are not renewable. seldom are patents issued for more than 15 years. a perfect example is the patents associated colt 1911. When John browning left colt and began design of the High Power, he had to create a virtually new design because he couldn't use the patents colt held on his own design. By 1935 when the high power went into production all of the colt patents had expired.

[@Mr.56Goldtop]

I'm not crazy about the Rocky Mountain grips, and you can't change them out on this knife. Other than that it looks good.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

They are OK with me.

[@coperstone6573]

I am in scouts, do you let your scouts carry a fixed blade knife

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Coper Stone657 yes I do. I recommend It.

[@dwtlax]

Miss the Mexican style chop music.. ;-) great review

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+dwtlax Just mixing things up a little

[@vitoscatigno4207]

Specs and details...where is it made, that should be the first thing every single video on these knives because to me if it's not made in the USA I don't care for it.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Vito Scatigno Made in China or Taiwan

[@ordinaryeverydayguy2593]

Handle looks uncomfortable. Also why powdercoat stainless? Tactical reasons perhaps???

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It is surprisingly not uncomfortable. And I think they cost them so they don't rust on the container ships crossing the Pacific. Stainless will rust, just not as readily.

[@MrAndrewmcgibbon]

typically stainless blades are powder coated because its a cheap one step finish that looks cool. From a manufacturing perspective it eliminates finishing the blades after heat treat and grinding. the powder coat cost pennies cleaning off the heat discoloration and removing grinding marks is labor intensive and more costly. If you remember in the 90s every manufacturer was offering bead blasted blades. CRKTs entire catalog was bead blasted for a while there. it was for the same reason. The bead blasting removes heat treat discoloration and camouflages the scratches from the grinding process much the way that popcorn texture on drywall ceilings hides the drywall but joint seams. If you sand through the bead blast finish to polish those blades you expose the grinding scratches.

[@Airik1111bibles]

+God of Thunder (UKKONEN) That knife would be hideous if not coated IMHO ;) big shiney knife ....no thanks LOL Definitely a tactical look especially considering its copied from the Gerber LMF 2 Tactical and asac blades. Now my Schf 52&51 thet will be getting a stripping job here soon although sometimes I like my knives looking all worked in but them Schrades look awesome when shiney.

[@josephr6447]

Blade length is good, handle looks good but for some reason I'm not digging this one. Maybe cuz it does kinda look like something Gerber would make. Great review though.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks.

[@victorrossomano5025]

Formidable knife!... a pity that no matter how much I watched the 10-minute video twice, I could never know how thick the blade was. I hope they reveal it in another video. Cheers !

[@usmce5425]

Now That's A Knife

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

All day long

[@masonthornburgh7508]

Who noticed the bug on the handle?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Mason Thornburgh I did

[@gfrank8058]

I did, it was added for special effects. 😝😝😝😝😝

[@paulie4x1]

Oops the Rough Use is from Cheaper than Dirt not BUDK.

[@caseycone4066]

nice knife ... but i like the bush craft style better ... but still a nice looking blade

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@robertomora5154]

nice knife

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yep

[@rosurvival6869]

i enjoy the new chopping song more than the mexican one!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@mykalbee]

One heck of a pig sticker there...I like it.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Me too.

[@sampark5146]

Got one

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@sojourn1544]

love Bic lighters. ..more dependable than a ferro rod in an emergency situation. ....

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+sojourn I wouldn't go that far, but they re definitely easier to use in MOST emergency situations. Which is why I always have one in my pocket. (Actually, I have a Clipper right now)

[@mt_baldwin]

Brian you said this knife is made from j2 steel but it is now listed as sk5 steel, did schrade change the steel ? Other reviewers said the same as you but I see it listed as sk5 on the seller sites and schrades own website. Sk5 steel puts this knife in a whole other league and I would seriously consider breaking my budget to buy it. Maybe you could use your vast schrade connections (joking) to find out the truth.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I guess they changed it. I'll try to ask them at SHOT

[@mt_baldwin]

Thank you so much. Sk5 steel, for me, how I use knives, my ability to sharpen them etc., is my favorite knife steel.

[@JoshTechgamer]

now that's a knife - lol what movie thats from

[@yoadrian3814]

Crocodile dundee

[@JoshTechgamer]

lol great movie his birth day on same as mine oct 8

[@vladpopovici7506]

it looks nice, sheath seems ok, but the steel isn't actually very good

[@joeshmoe479]

crocodile dundee

[@shcmoly]

That's a big goober, I meant Gerber, I mean Schrade. How does the 420J2 compare to other steel?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I thinking is a little "softer" maybe and more suited for abuse.

[@Grinder__]

Well... Because that forrol rod came up short on its performance, then so should the price....

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It wasn’t the rod

pulled out Bic. lol

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Be prepared.

[@phyllismulkey3778]

it a big one

[@parabelllum8733]

I think the LMF is a better knife imo . This is a "me too " copy ... and based on this review , the LMF is more capable at bushcrafting and easier to carry

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I tend to agree with you except, to be honest, neither one is really designed with “Bushcraft” type tasks in mind

[@parabelllum8733]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose Thera ain’t Much it can’t do ….. and I always remember what my dad told me …… “a poor tradesman blames his tools “

[@razorrook218]

Nah, the LMF is too small. This one with its 8" blade is much better

[@turtlewolfpack6061]

Still not sold on J2 steel on a knife but I can't deny that I don't mind the look of this series, except for the textured handle. Those just make me cringe.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yeah, they look sort of fake rock but they really are comfortable.

[@masonthornburgh7508]

I'm not comfortable with a 420 stainless blade. It could have at least been 440 or 460

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Mason Thornburgh If it works it works

[@cfm990]

One way or another, I'm getting some fire.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Exactly

[@drzarkloff506]

it was funny to see the ant on the handle. It must be part izula.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I noticed that.

[@BlazinBlades]

Looks a little disappointing on the sharpening side but definitely not on the calibration ...:-)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It should be easy to sharpen

[@Dan-sq5cv]

420J2 really? That is a step down.

[@poly-wogbushcraft8643]

Man look at all that hair.🇺🇸

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Indeed

[@brianmccann666]

If it's meant for "survival" it should be able to chop/baton.

[@perish-babymilk2522]

Lol January 14 is my brith day

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Anonymous sniper Boss cool