Schrade SCHF59 Full Tang Carbon Steel Knife Review

[@trevorwilliams2455]

Schrade is the best knife for the money around! Awesome review! Thanks for all your hard work!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+trevor williams Thanks Trevor

[@torch_ss5797]

That sheath is a huge improvement. Good job, Schrade! Good review!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@stymebone6603]

I know this video is 4 months old...just got knife today and it came with a ferro rod striker attached to rip cord. Schrade is listening? Thank you for vids! Outstanding channel

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Styme Bone Thanks

[@juliogeorgiou]

This now ships with a little rectangular metal for the ferro rod. Works very well. The black part of the knife must be Teflon coated, so that can’t be used for sparking the rod.

[@preparedmind101]

65MN is what the CRKT Ken Onion Chanceinhell is made of. that thing held up well (before the knife gremlins stole it) and took a great edge.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+PREPAREDMIND101 That is good to know. There are so many steels out there now and waaay too many "experts".

[@LegionTacticoolCutlery]

I always appreciate your reviews. I own quite a few schrades because of your time and effort putting up great videos. Thanks !

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks.

[@janisukanen884]

Hi Bryan! Got mine just today. We finally have them available here in Finland. Feels like a nice companion blade. Seems they now come with a nice beefy 4mm thick striker with the ferro rod. Looks like exactly the same ferro rod we have here available by a Finnish knife brand Marttiini. The rod is bit on the soft side but throws awesome chunks of burning magnesium. Great channel Bryan. You rock! :)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Jani Sukanen I like their ferro rods. They are soft but the throw gobs of fiery goodness

[@averagebloke4474]

for the money Schrade is the way to go

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

They do a good job.

[@josephmelchor7661]

I agree with your statement, find it a little contradicting to have a slot for a ferro rod, but not have a sharp enough spine to actually put the combo to good use... 😕 Thank you for an honest review.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I was a little bummed.

[@johnharmon990]

Schrade keeps on impressing me with their newer knives.I like how they are keeping it simple and not overdoing it.I am becoming more of a fan of schrade.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

They are coming out with some cool stuff.

[@sheepdogsurvival5466]

Schrade seems to be upping their game. looks like a good knife. and their pricing is always pretty competetive. thanks for the review.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks.

[@planb555]

Really like your work Brian. I have found the small divot at the base of Shrade blades to be effective for striking Shrade ferro rods. Please keep the videos coming.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I am going to try that but it goes against my instincts.

[@WildTimeSurvival]

Sweet shape, neat sheath and nice steel. Looks like a great knife :)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I like it.

[@imthankful5736]

Picked up its little brother (SCHF57) today. Really nice little knife. Might pick up this one next.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@mikepellett1267]

Mine came with a striker work good

[@pattykasiewicz1996]

Love the blade finish, ferro rod is a great addition ,that sheath is great and it looks like its a well built knife.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I think so too

[@jonathanlewis82]

I think they simply need to leave a small area on the spine without the coating on it, sort of what the Bear Grylls knife does to leave the steel bare. Other than that, it seems like a good medium knife, probably decent for bushcraft at the very least once it is sharpened properly. That sheath is definitely an improvement over the rather flimsy nylon sheaths they have had in the past, and I hope they release something like that for older knives like the SCHf9 extreme.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

That might do it.

[@bluegrasssurvival9423]

Good to see you again Bryan, and another great video. I wish someone would talk Schrade into investing better quality materials into their Old Timer line of knives. Getting a bit tired of them using 7cr17mov on everything for Old Timer because its such a cheap soft steel.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

It's probably about price point.

[@Cruxkg]

Nice little knife, really like the sheath and additional ferro rod, although it's major fail on that spine. Also, thanks for great review, but i would really appreciate metric system, not only inches in your reviews( you know, for folks from Europe like myself).

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Kuba Wolański I will do my best.

[@watermain48]

The Amazon link took me to their home page, not your store...great review, looks like a keeper.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Bill K. Yep, that's right. The store is on the way out. It's too much to keep updated for me right now. if you go through my link I will get credit for whatever you buy. Weren't you looking at a new big screen ? ;-) Thanks for the support, seriously.

[@hillbillybushcraft]

Schrade has been doing some good things lately. Nice knife.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yes they have.

[@gregbarry5875]

I'd love to see a comparison between this knife and the SCHF61. They seem very similar blades with different handle matterials.....I'd love to know more.

[@Rangersly]

Good sized knife. Not too big, not too small. Full tang is always nice. Not a fan of plastic sheaths, but this one looks well-made. Too bad about the spine not sharp enough for the ferro rod, that is big minus for a knife that comes with one. Good review Brian! Thank you for sharing your p.o.v.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks.

[@rogerlawson4516]

I like this knife. I like most knives I see though. Good job, Bryan.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Roger Lawson So do I ;-)

[@jamessethmoore]

Same here.

[@mikeregester25]

I just received this knife as a gift from my wife. I love the design and it’s a good feel in my hand. The one main thing I was disappointed with is the fact that the sheath isn’t fully compatible with my Tek Lok holster attachment. There is basically one spot that the Tek Lok will attach. Anywhere else, the grommet holes don’t line up. Hopefully Schrade will reconsider this and possibly change the layout of the holes in the sheath.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I wouldn't hold my breath on that

[@mikeregester25]

Survival On Purpose Yeah I know. I can dream though. Some of the knives’ sheaths are made to function with the Tek Lok though.

[@SUFFICIENTSURVIVAL]

For the steel, great looking blade! They have really stepped up there game for sure!!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yes they have.

[@kkprepper950]

Love God Love your channel Thanks Brian for another honest review.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+KK Prepper Thanks.

[@mikedifeo8344]

Great review. I totally agree with on the sharp edges that protrude from the handles. I have the SCH13, and it has the same problem. If you have any way of contacting Schrade, let them know the edges on the handles have to disappear. The blade should be smooth with the handle. I stopped buying Schrade fixed blades because of the handle issue.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

You should try the SCHF42. The handle is a dream.

[@zerozerotwosix]

Hi Sir, I enjoyed watching your videos a lot. I recently purchased a set of this SCHF59 and my set does came with a ferro rod scrapper attached to the stretch cord probably that was why they did not put in the sharp 90 degree angle on the spine. But usually if I need the sharp spine, I'll just use a dremel and dremel away the spine for an exposed 90 degree spine. Hahaha...

[@zerozerotwosix]

Just watched your review on the SCHF57 and you did mentioned Dremel too! Haha... Cheers.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks!

[@ivancarlson5846]

Victor's Gears&Gadget

[@timkitzmann1814]

I now own a SCHF24 which has the same handle scales as this new blade, and they are not great for extended use. I am not a huge fan of Schrade, but did like the blade style on the SCHF24 enough to pick one up. It is now my car blade that goes with me everyday for just in case. Great video and keep them coming boss!!!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks Tim.

[@josephmelchor7661]

Yes Bryan!!! This knife just so happens to be one of my favorites in the 2016 line up. cx thank you

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I like it too.

[@mwillblade]

You look like a evil TV character !

[@josephmelchor7661]

Who me?

[@mwillblade]

joseph melchor Yes, you are the villain !

[@josephmelchor7661]

+mwillblade awesome

[@tom_olofsson]

Look at you scooping everybody with your world wide deput reviews.

[@tom_olofsson]

really good looking knife

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Blind squirrel effect ;-)

[@jackb6989]

If your in a survival situation you could always hit the ferro rod with the edge... I know it dulls it, but if you need a fire.. Also there is space to attach a sharpener on the sheath so it could be done...

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yep and yep

[@erikmelo1978]

You must strike the ferro rod on the choil.

[@j0shll0yd]

GO SCHRADE!! AMBIDEXTROUS!!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Josh Lloyd I agree. And I'm right handed but I know it is an issue.

[@robcook6120]

Crazy hot spots with grips like that. Not sure what they were thinking.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Actually, I only noticed a problem when stabbing

[@RogueWill83]

I like that knife. Such a simple sleek design. Like the ferro rod and belt loop. This might be my next knife purchase! PS: About the knife not producing good sparks: Try a bit further down the knife, closer to the tip. It looks like there is a secondary bevel (i forget the proper knifemaking term) Sometimes with Schrade knives that area seems to work better than closer to the handle. Nice video per usual.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Will Bloomberg I tried everywhere off camera. They are correcting the spine on all future production models

[@RogueWill83]

Good to know, thanks

[@RoyFernbach]

+1 for ambidextrous carry. FINALLY!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I agree

[@Airik1111bibles]

Did you consider trying the little choil notch on the firesteel? I'm guessing that might have worked for ya but dang that spine should be sharper.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I might try that.

[@gear_n_kloudz7371]

This looks like it would be good to pair with the schf16!

[@Grinder__]

For an EDC knife it's not to bad. You can always change the farro rod....

[@magicshon]

Why not striking the firesteel with the sharp edge? maybe it would get dull but in an emergency where mostly firesteels are used.. why not? also it would be a good edge retention test. Youre very good at knife throwing btw that sheath throwing was a nice touch

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I actually did try that but it was eating the ferro rod up so I quit.

[@magicshon]

were the sparks at least worth it?

[@JustBBlunt]

my SCHF59 arrives in the mail today. Hopefully it has the sharper spine. I did notice it has a white lettered "Schrade" on the blade. I think I'd prefer the stamp like this video but we'll see.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+JustBBlunt It sounds like it might be.

[@JustBBlunt]

+Survival On Purpose Looks like just the picture on Amazon was different. I got the exact same version as yours, which I prefer for aesthetic reasons. They fixed the issue of the dull spine....by adding a striker to the lanyard that holds the ferro rod, heh. A simple and effective solution and I prefer to use a striker over my blade unless I'm in an emergency situation. Keep up the good work/reviews.

[@dofishbuster]

I debated commenting as I know you are a fairly smart man and I have not actually held the knife in question. Just going by watching and pausing this video would that rounded part just ahead of the finger guard before the blade actually starts possibly be a place for striking the ferro rod? I mean it kind of looks like it may be made for it. Just a thought as I doubt Schrade would market something with a ferro rod that could not strike it anywhere except the actual blade.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I really don't think so and, if it is, that puts the cutting edge very close to your hand when using that way.

[@dofishbuster]

I agree about the blade being close to the hand but it is the only place I can see on the knife where you might could use it on a ferro rod since the spine is not sharp.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+dofishbuster If it was an emergence all's fair, I just wish the spine was sharper.

[@hoosierarcher]

I Amazon searched the knife to put it on my wish list. I didn't find a listing. So I google searched it. 2 sites selling it for just under $50. Both have it marked "Out Of Stock."

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+hoosierarcher I don't think it is really released yet.

[@hoosierarcher]

I fogured it was something like that.

[@Feverdream7777]

any idea if there is a functional reason why they are using this 65MN over 1095? just wondering if it's better edge retention. Saw a recent vid that, for bushcrafting, higher grade steel is needed. I'm thinking they just needed a price point adjustment to compete with the other small inexpensive bushcrafter knives... using 1095 might have pushed it above 50.00...but at $28.00 on Amazon, this is a great option.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I have no idea, but I agree it is a great value

[@Myexoticexperience]

the profile looks like the bear grylls compact fixed blade knife.

[@Dont_Poke_The_Bear]

A lot of the Jessica X users posted that the fastners were not loctited. That may explain the scales being loose.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Not to mention the banging around.

[@tomcatt1824]

Quik smear of epoxy & scru it bac together should fx that little problem..🍴..

[@BibleTeacher4U]

The handle scales look similar to the F14 design, I wonder if they will have a version with more rounded handles like the F13. The only problem I had with my F13 was I could never get it as sharp as I wanted, it didn't take an edge very well. I think it may be the grind because my F26 (also 8cr13) takes and keeps an edge beautifully.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+True Blade There is no telling what they will come up with.

[@charleslarson3152]

Well, the grip, as you demonstrated, can be uncomfortable, no idea as to why they put jimping at the rear of the grip, and the spine needs to be filed. Hmmmm. I will be curious to see how this knife compares to the SCHF 58 if you get a chance to review it. Also comes with the same sheath concept. Thanks Bryan. ;)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I'll see if I can get one eventually.

[@smokeycanopy]

Good stuff and a good looker to.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I agree

[@DavidDavidsonvii]

can you do an extensive test withdrawing the knife from the sheath to see if affects sharpness

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

We'll see

[@KincadeCeltoSlav]

Hey SOP! Great Show as Always! Quick Question - Did you try Using the Jimping on the lower spine (under your thumb) on the ferro-rod?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I did not. I like the knife but if you have to hunt for some place to strike a ferro rod it probably need a little more thought

[@Dcr-nk3fw]

Hey Brian! Great video as usual. Keep up the great work! Question for you -- would this be a decent replacement for a Mora? I love my HD Companion, but honestly I'm just not much of a Scandi guy. Looking for something a bit stronger / thicker than the Mora blades. Looks to be a good candidate for smaller, finer tasks. I've got big knives, axes, and saws for bigger cutting tasks...but I'm NOT gonna whittle with my BK9! As always, any info is appreciated! dcr

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

This one is definitely stronger than a Mora.

[@tomritter493]

just got it to review looks like a great blade

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I think it is.

[@MrPatagonicus]

The overall shape of it reminds me of my SCHF13, which I actually used today. I generally like that blade, but the tang design where the knife steel extends outward above the G10 handle slabs is a killer on your hands for anything more than light use. This new blade looks like it has the same sort of design, which is unfortunate. Hopefully Schrade will take that into consideration in the future.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I'll have to work with it some more before I can make a call on that.

[@SpikeBachman]

@patagonicus - I also have the SCHF13 and had the same complaint with it as you do. I ended up modifying it and am much happier with it now. I posted a video on my mods if you care to see what I did. Just search YT for "Spike Bachman". Cheers

[@MrPatagonicus]

+Spike Bachman Thanks Spike. I watched your video, and now some mods are in order when I get the time to do it.

[@jamessethmoore]

You'll have to rough the spine; however, you'll remove the coating and the blade will be more likely to rust.

[@Screamingtut]

did you try to use the different angle direction you were going in try going the opposite direction. I have found that some knives that I own work better striking the fire steel in the opposite direction that is nominally accepted. I hope I explained it ok Brian

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I tried it six ways from Sunday.

[@MrFomhor]

Dear SCHRADE: How about making those handlescales in dark brown or OD-green?🙇🙏

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Hmmmm

[@1crimm]

another winner

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yep.

[@harrisoncorey282]

hey, great video, I have one question, I Have seen a lot of your knife reviews and I was wondering reviews and I still cannot decide what knife to get, it's a little herder in Canada right now because of our crap economy, but what budgit knife would you recommend and can do everything (batoning and just normal knife stuff)

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I think I the SCHF 42 and 42D are excellent choices.

[@MaverickIQ]

Could the fire rod striking method be the same as the Buck 863 Selkirk? Fire rod striking with the choil of the knife? Can you check if the choil groove is sharpened?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I'll try to check that.

[@matthewjeffres1289]

Great review!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks

[@ajtaylor560]

Like the look of it for sure.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Me too.

[@gasdorficmuncher9943]

+Survival On Purpose you could sharpen the spine

[@normedwards5305]

Good stuff. File? Dremel would fix it up quicker. Love your shows!

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

thanks

[@tomcatt1824]

Don't have a dremel

[@heinzhaberland7801]

Great looking knife.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I agree

[@grampawterry8957]

cool little knife

[@dennisjpoleyjr8713]

Nice knife, reminds me of my SCHF14, just leaner lookin'. They seemed to drop the ball by not having a spot on the spine to strike the rod on, guess you can use the blade.You almost took car of that wombat or meerkat or whatever, when you were not throwing that blade.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I hate using the edge

[@dennisjpoleyjr8713]

Me too, but if it's live with fire struck by edge, or freeze...if I live I can resharpen the blade.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+dennis j poley jr Yep

[@OGcodDAD_NF]

nice video I like your reviews

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thank you

[@DenisMaybach]

Very Nice, i want it !

[@BorealWoodsrunner]

looks like to strike the ferro rod is by the blade the small little groove that to small for the finger

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Maybe I'll try that.

[@BorealWoodsrunner]

just looked like the only other spot besides the blade itself lol but hey i am still playing catch up on the knife game lol

[@rossrivero8474]

Do you know if Schrade has fixed the knife so that it will strike a ferro rod

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Honestly, I don't. I will try to find out

[@KosukiFire]

Survival On Purpose Been 2 months, verdict?

[@janred94]

KosukiFire they added a striker to the feroceriumrod, so I guess thats an almost fix ;)

[@trytosurvive3523]

Nice knife

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks.

[@eliastorres3547]

I like the sheath

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Me too.

[@eliastorres3547]

+Survival On Purpose thats my first time seeing a sheath like that

[@gear_n_kloudz7371]

Currently $25.87 on Amazon

[@jonpatterson5668]

Looks like it might be a good skinner

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Indeed.

[@jonpatterson5668]

Survival On Purpose lol...i ordered one from amazon....last night

[@punisheroutdoors3469]

Pretty cool

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yep b

[@preparedsurvivalist2245]

I don't get why Schrade uses that rocky mountain grip or whatever its called. It's too thin and square and isn't ergonomic. I like pointy knives with skinny tips though, so I'm digging the blade geometry.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Prepared Survivalist It isn't my favorite but it looks ccol.

[@sleepisoverrated1788]

looks good

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I think so.

[@tariboclaxton2123]

How do you like this compared to the 56L?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Taribo Claxton I probably like the 56L a little more.

[@showtaito1075]

What if I want to purchase this knife but i live in Japan?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Showta Ito I have no idea.

[@indianprepper2478]

How it is different from Schrade SCHF 13 or 15 ???? steel is different but they look same Nice review, By D way some day you will hit that skunk...

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+INDIAN PREPPER 24*7 They look similar. They are different.

[@guap406]

With the hollow grind, the 65 mn is going to give you more strength. The 8cr13mov of the schf 14, i have chipped the belly off battoning. This steel should beef it up

[@godlyprepping1306]

That's a knuckle-headed move not having a sharp spine. I'm sure that'll be corrected by the time it hits full production. I'm not a fan of coatings on knives, but I like Schrade's price point. Maybe the upcoming snow will kill off a few skeeters. 70 degrees one day, 30 the next. February and March are crazy weather months here in Georgia.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Godly Prepping One can hope.

[@sgtcarro13]

That's very nice

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I think so.

[@t.w.milburn8264]

Sure looks like 'nuther good'n, Bryan; Stinky sure is gitt'n Brave ! ATB " T " God Bless

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks Terry. Have a great week.

[@johnharmon990]

But why a firesteel if it wont spark it very well?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I get you.

[@richardcorkum8930]

I wouldn't mind carrying this extra 6oz. around my waist

[@magicshon]

thermoplastic? kydex is termoplastic too

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Yeah but I think that is like a brand name of a specific material.

[@geoffreylundwall2986]

looks like the SCHF 15 and 14

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@vitoscatigno4207]

Again #1 where is it made?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

+Vito Scatigno CHina

[@vitoscatigno4207]

Thank you

[@tomcatt1824]

Same place almost every thing is made

[@gear_n_kloudz7371]

How does it compare to the 49?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I don't remember the 49

[@lperson8970]

can i buy new g10 handles?

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I don’t know

[@juniorsvlog9724]

I'd choose that over Rambo's knife. Lol

[@kurtisriley3019]

Good work, but i think you;re supposed to pull the rod away from the knife, not puck the knife into it..

[@kurtisriley3019]

You're*

[@gabrieleciciriello6447]

anyway nice knife other than the dull spine

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I think so too

[@donaldjohnson3265]

You talked me into it. Mail me a free one.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

OK, go stand beside the mailbox and wait. It should be there any minute ;)

[@tomcatt1824]

@@SurvivalOnPurpose i got 1 but send me a free one toooo

[@tomcatt1824]

I B watin by my mail bx 2

[@JMWmemphis]

I keep a ust 5in1 tool in my wallet has a knife saw can opener and wrench and ruler

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Cool

[@phyllismulkey3778]

i like it

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Me too

[@KosukiFire]

Id take the G10 off and do a heavy 750 cord wrap on it.

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

I am not a fan of paracord wrap

[@KosukiFire]

Survival On Purpose It has its ups and down, again, to each their own, that is What makes us survival folks great, different techniques and preferences to use and share with others. Thank you for the reply. Good Hunting

[@ezanaadams722]

good

[@SurvivalOnPurpose]

Thanks