Selkirk: Buck Knives Survival Blade Model 863 by Equip 2 Endure YouTube Cut

[@no_handle_required]

Nothing "entry level" about this knife. It's capable, it's beautiful, it's sharp as a razor out of the box, and it's backed by an awesome warranty. I was very impressed when I got mine, especially for the price.

[@JesusIsAlphaOmega001]

I just bought one and I am super happy with it..freaking beautiful too. Sharper than anything I've ever bought. Just a total awesome knife

[@the_finest_tradition]

The phones and computers being used to type the negative comments about "made in China" are most likey made in China I'm guessing. If it's a Samsung or iPhone, I'm sure you could argue that it's of good quality, right? As a collector I own dozens of Buck Knives including this one. I can tell you it's of high quality, has an excellent fit and finish and holds an edge as well as my 110 made in Idaho. That, and it's affordable! This knife is also backed by the Buck "Forever Warranty". Roughly 20% of Buck models are imported. Buck does not have the tooling to crank out the kind of production with a price point that keeps the company competitive in the marketplace. Staying competitive in the marketplace allows them to produce around 80% of their products in the US. Like it or not that's the reality in the modern global marketplace. I for one love the Selkirk...and this video. Nice job!

[@1987StoneAge]

It takes a REALLY fucking stupid person to think that quality cannot come from something not made stateside. They also likely vote straight republican and own a MAGA hat...made in china. It's ignorance plain and simple. National GDP pride is about as intelligent of a concept as an ashtray on a motorcycle

[@DeadHead7337]

@faultroy moras break ,I broken two, had a buck 119 for about 25 years, put it through way more abuse and it's still in good condition and still holds an edge.

[@DominiOne683]

The whistle sound like an Oscar Mayer Weenie Whistle. I bought the knife and really like it, the whistle I think is mostly a gimmick. I carry a DI Srgt style whistle in my field jacket and a user specific ferro rod with striker, but nice to have a backup.

[@BorderCowboy66]

I've had my Selkirk for about a year no. I'll tell ya I put this knife through the ringer and no complaint other than the ferro rod is lacking. I grew up with Buck knives and lately they are stepping out of the shadows in the knife world.

[@kurkruk70]

I have one and really like it. Its an awesome knife, regardless of the price.

[@WallyMerc06]

In all honesty, it is a quite good looking and pretty functional knife for the price from what you've shown. The sheath is also a strong point. However, I personally just can't reward American companies for sending manufacturing to China anymore. I know, I know, good luck finding anything that isn't made overseas and if all things were made here the prices would be double, I get it. I for one, can no longer do it. So when and where I can, I buy American. With that said, I'm very grateful for you showing other options with lower price points on the channel. So please don't stop doing that when you can, even if it is made in the PRC.

[@deenoberry3360]

Just got the small version only issue was not that sharp out box and the handle size is a bit small making heavy cutting tasks a bit uncomfortable even for my small hands. I'd get the larger version next time.

[@techtrain65]

Schrade builds all of their knives overseas but no one seems to care. Buck builds a few models overseas and most everyone rips on them. Doesn't seem fair.

[@sonfoku73]

hypocrites are the worst. one of the top 3 dumbest kinds of people IMO

[@sonfoku73]

btw tons of people hate on schrade for building overseas i dont know what youre talking abouy

[@techtrain65]

+Keep Out Go watch a Schrade video and you'll see almost no one saying anything about where the knives are built.

[@sonfoku73]

+techtrain65 go watch preparedmind101, or survival on purpose, or etc. theres always comments hating svhrade, again i have no idea what youre talking about schrade has a massive amount of haters. they just dont outnumber the likers, not the same thing

[@techtrain65]

+Keep Out Percentage wise more people bash Buck for building overseas than Schrade and Buck builds the majority of their knives in the US. Bias is bias, whether you want to see it out not.

[@southerncomfort9691]

The Selkirk has a very comfortable handle.

[@alexmcgregor7082]

had mine since november, great blade, my EDC.

[@TRONABORON]

8 years later, how is your 836 doing?

[@johnmiller7682]

If you're looking for a small, useful, inexpensive, made in the USA, Buck knife, check out the Bucklite Max small knife (673). You can pick them up for around 30 dollars. In fact, Buck has a whole range of USA made knives for under 50, including the venerable Buck 110.

[@thebearsmouth]

Haha, as soon as you blew the whistle my dog woke up and came over and watched the remainder of the video with me

[@mermaniel]

Pretty impressive knife for the price.

[@spookyboybenny5034]

I've seen you somewhere

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

Good job and I think your take is accurate. Mine has suffered some slight edge roll after light/med work but nothing serious. I do like the shape and style but wish the tip was a bit more stout... seems kinda thin and I hesitate to use it hard. I thought I heard somewhere that the pommel and guard were welded on, I could be wrong. It's a good piece of kit for the money no doubt. Thanks.

[@jobyEN]

+cyclist01222 Definitely welded! You can see it if you're watching the front side of the pommel (from the blade perspective).

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

+jobytoss I just tried to take the scales off and only one torx would loosen with my mini tool so I just loctite it back on and said screw it... no pun intended. I think you're right though.

[@James-ke5sx]

China, 10,000 years of knife making combined with state of the art CNC and every country on earth sending PHD level machinists etc to produce top quality knives these days. Spend $200 on a chinese-made knife and spend the same $200 on a usa-made knife and then compare the difference then you see what I'm talkin about. People say they won't touch chinese-made stuff sitting with Chinese made $1,500 iPhone or Mac computer made in China. $25 you get real quality D2 with G10 handles

[@ronlawson5819]

Just picked this knife up and really like it

[@markjg2275]

Made in China ? , Well not everyone can afford knives in the $100 to over $200 range. I do not baton , I only use knives for cutting . This knife for that would be fine and most camp chores , also it would make a excellent EDC knife . I prefer U.S. knives too and I own a Lt Wright next Gen and LT Wright patriot , though I have a limited budget and any decent knife from overseas is Ok with me , even if from China if Built good . Because those of us on low incomes it is all we can afford. The Selkirk looks good , and for most people who will use a knife for camping and hiking this will do fine. Survival is very rare , even so this knife would work just fine if you needed to survive . Survivorman never uses expensive knives and does fine in his survival skills and actual survival using only Spanish or Chinese Camillus knives and they work. Also these super steels raise knife prices to crazy levels , They also are very hard to sharpen in the field with only Diamond sharpeners or stones . It is all marketing hype for CPM 3v , S30V, and others , wait until you have to sharpen them then you will know. One excellent steel that I like is AEBL stainless steel , easy to sharpen and holds a great edge on my Scandi LT Wright Patriot knife.

[@timrustige473]

Aebl is what the original razor blade was made from. I own a single bevel chef knife out of that steel and it is not just razor sharp, but lazer sharp!!!

[@MegaRunions]

Not sure if someone said this yet I recently bought this knife. I can tell you very tough but the pommel is welded on not one full cut. This does not change my opinion on the knife quality is defenetly there.

[@tomhickman1006]

I gave this knife to my wife, I wanted to make sure she had a knife that was capable and wouldn't fail.

[@patriotrob7066]

I thought about it but I have the 192+ Alaskan guide buck in s30v and it's a work of art! But I think I'll stick with my Gerber strongarm for bushcraft tasks

[@LEIFanevret]

Got the knife though with THE simplest sheath! Without firesteel No whistle! Simplest belt loop but THE knife came! Thats THE Main thing! Like THE size too! Nice look!

[@rastamon5969]

What THE f!!

[@3vil3lvis]

3 better knives: 1.) Old hickory 7" butcher @ $10. 2.) Schrade SCHF37 @ $30. 3.) Condor bushlore @ $36. I'm sure there are more then 3 that are both less expensive and have better steel then this offering by buck, but I can't think of any at the moment. What are your 3 entry level survival knife options?

[@semco72057]

For an entry level bushcraftsman knife it is okay, but the blade is too short for the average user when out in the forest. I would love to see them come out with a knife with a longer blade and handle in the future.

[@fadingmargins]

I know this is an old video, but can someone tell me what "entry level survival" means? First time in a natural disaster, first wave of the zombie apocalypse?

[@Minsang1st]

Youre separating the words wrong. Its not “entry level survival”. Its “entry level” *space* “survival knife”. Meaning a survival knife in entry level price range

[@bluegrasssurvival9423]

420HC isn't bad with a good heat treat. I know that Buck uses their Paul Bos Heat Treat on all of their 420HC within their factories. Now with this being a Chinese knife, I wonder if it has the same heat treat?

[@Foxfire-traditional]

Bluegrass Survival Great question ever find an answer?

[@miii6468]

Kevin Alfrey it does have the Bos heat treat

[@richardwilliams4910]

i don't know, if your looking for a great survival knife under $60 bucks i don't think that's it. blade magazines 2015 peoples choice blade of the year was the schrade schf36, and it's almost $24 less. in my opinion anything from the schf9 on up would be a considerable improvement regardless of the metric chosen to compare. having said that, i'm going to try and win the selkirk during the give-away.

[@ernestwalden3894]

Oh thanks a lot. Now I have to go buy one of these beauties. I really like it. And knowing buck I garentee I'll be able to put a razor shaving edge on it. Anyway thanks for sharing and God bless 🇺🇸

[@alanwilliams5836]

Thanks for this first look at the model 863, Adam. This coming from Buck reminds me of the Gerber Strongarm, which IS made in the USA. About the same price. Some similar sheath features. I'd like to see a comparison of these two.

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

+Alan Williams The Strongarm is better suited for survival... thicker stock and very strong tip. The Selkirk is more of a camp/field knife. Blade is kinda thin and the tip is very slight.

[@cabela7869]

That knife made in China

[@stevocamatcho9266]

This knife is good for food prep n back up knife camp knife too or animal skinning

[@Travonous1]

really gives the feel of a recurve edge. good for the money.

[@cazador1022]

AWESOME!!!!!!!! Thank you so much. thumbs up or reviewing stuff in the realm of affordability.

[@davidsalter7339]

Got it on E-Bay, new in box, 45 bucks, very nice knife.

[@a.bodhichenevey1601]

Thank you very much for your thorough review. It was extremely helpful. Keep up the good work!

[@MATEJKA55]

Very nice and handy knife...

[@danielsbatcave]

Hi can you please review the the Buck 245 MWG this is the Knife that fallen seal Matt leathers designed and built just before he was list in a training exercise ?? A portion of its sales go to navy seal family survivors !! Thanks -Dan

[@bradl45]

Bought the large model used on line, but was new, lol $50 USD shipped Solid knife, sold to a friend, he loves it, I miss it, lol

[@charlescollier7217]

Thanks for this. I thought it looked pretty good, but hadn't seen any reviews of its performance.

[@kurtiscoleman9359]

What knife company manufacturers the good quality budget stain resident knife steel

[@crosshair64]

I care about where it's made.... It's about time Buck gets a dog in the fight in regards to a budget bushcraft blade, and it's a very attractive design and quality.... It's a shame that it's made in China though, that bothers me.. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and opinion on this awesome blade from Buck knives, I appreciate it sir Adam 🔫👍🔫

[@no_handle_required]

I agree with you, sad thing is, even the US made knives sometimes use chinese steel, or use US steel and design and manufacturer in China....or any combination thereof. If I see US on a knife, I want the design, manufacture, and components to be here. (not that I don't have any chinese knives, I do, and some really good ones)

[@COWBOYJDUB]

The Schrade schf42 I think is the best budget bushcraft/survival blade on the market. Around $45

[@mikekielczewski3500]

Love 863 hate that its made in china. I did not realize it was made in china until i got it home and opened it. Seems like a good knife i would rather put a hickory scales on it, but i got what i got, and i will do what i gotta do. I want hickory scales and i will fashion my own hickory scales to match to make the blade i own. Thank you and thank your site and God bless your hard work on these videos

[@sgtgrantham]

Can the sheath be turned around for left hand carry

[@sonfoku73]

yes

[@coltondonohoe7557]

sad that the buck factory is near my home here in idaho and i see them making knives in china, just when i was proud to have these knives made near my home

[@jonathaneldridge4901]

seen this at the px the other day $65 think bout picking one up looks nice

[@DeanO]

A very nice listing from Buck

[@Lincoln-wb3jj]

How good is the knife for skinning deer or other game

[@timrustige473]

Did you find out yet? I just bought this knife with that purpose.

[@Airik1111bibles]

The sad state of things is that our countries leaders whom we elect have made it impossible for companies to survive in certain markets. 90% of the common folk weekend warriors,hikers,campers and hunters don't really care if its made in China or Taiwan exc exc. What they want is a workable nice knife that doesn't cut into paying their bills. This for me is why I've went with Schrade for my last two knives because buying a knife made in the USA is going to cost 80$ on up. Knocking Buck for using China isnt really their fault its ours and the leaders we vote for or in many cases those who dont vote yet freak out about China making products. You wanta see more American made products vote for presidents and Congress members who will stop taxing our own people out of their own country.

[@Airik1111bibles]

That Buck is a nice looking blade and their 420hc seems to hold up from what I've heard, good review and for 55$ its a great deal for beginners or folks who just want a good camping blade.

[@scott663]

Modifying sheath configuration can be a bit of a pain in the ass. Definitely not to be done in the field. Good luck.

[@timrustige473]

Agreed haha, just spent 20 minutes after I took it apart trying to figure out out how to turn the sheath sideways...

[@irwintorres220]

This 863 Selkirk is basically an upgraded Vanguard. If Buck can produce the Vanguard and 119 in the USA then they could have produced the Selkirk in the USA.

[@ERRORFACE1]

your dracula style haircut rocks man badass grate vid btw .

[@SUFFICIENTSURVIVAL]

Very nice blade and even for the price!!

[@zebrastripes8514]

it is 43 on amazon now

[@Onedayilbeok]

$130 in my country

[@brianminkc]

Is it just me or is that not doing so well cutting on the log? Most of your baton strikes the blade just slips off the side of the wood

[@ogostaboy]

$ 40 on Amazon.The handle feels like a handshake,great slicer if you reprofile.Entry level my ass-people around the world must save for months to get it.

[@The.Alabama.Woodsman]

I think the baton-ing was unreasonable. Baton-ing is not needed on such a log of this size and even if it were a different technique should have been used like fracturing. Baton-ing is overrated and outdated. If its bigger than my wrist, I won't button with a knife. I own this knife; ITS NOT MY FAVORITE KNIFE. This wasn't a fair evaluation by executing a task not reasonable or even needed. Why do people place such a high value on beating the crap out of a knife to see if its is a worthy blade to take in the field? Also, "If your not always prepared, you are never prepared".... try bringing a tomahawk or hatchet in your kit to avoid having to baton with such a small blade. Indexing? You mean a good way to slice your fingers right? Sorry, but I question these techniques. You can index smaller knives in the way you showed but a blade that long.... your gonna bleed. The knife is what it is and with its inherent limitations it will not perform like a hatchet or scalpel. "Right tool for the job" is not just a cleche'.

[@Exiledk]

Oh. A "survival" knife. So I can't just use it in the woods then? Do they make a "tactical" version?

[@preelenede]

Now your talking my language!

[@GQRS]

I like the sheath it looks dope. but what kills it is that it's made in China I would pay $20 or $30 more dollars if it was made here in the usa. it's sad company s like buck degrade themselves like that..... :(

[@mikefox7947]

The Selkirk has a flat grind not hollow ;)

[@matthewjeffres1289]

good review

[@ssunfish]

I thought it was all one piece of steel too!

[@debbieboyack9294]

in new Zealand it's $130 :(

[@daveyboy6985]

Yeah in New Zealand we get ripped off.

[@drshiteaim8716]

I attack concrete with my buck 655, made in the US, it is about 20 years old and is quality.

[@MrKelso159]

Sorry man no chinese knives for me. Only USA knives. Every knife I own or will ever buy will be USA made, But that is a nice looking knife. Thanks for the review.

[@zizzinpuss]

+MrKelso159 what about something made in Norway or Finland?

[@newhampshirebound8551]

China? Uhh, no.

[@CamTheKid]

Who gives a fuck? It's the same knife that would be made in America, leave your racism out of it.

[@anthonybarrow1142]

Cameron O. American made has always been a great product. China not so.

[@margaretadler6162]

I gave up on buck knives 30 years ago.

[@glenncabot7994]

Knife is great ,love mine , razor sharp. But please don’t beat the crap out of your knive with a « baton » get a small axe it’s made for that.

[@sparkysurvivalist9507]

Ok budget not anymore ... 69.99 sorry rather buy the Gerber strongarm that IS MADE IN THE USA. if they lower the price I might think of it.

[@teddykennedy7053]

This strikes me more as a tactical knife..js

[@m0untn621]

this guy needs a new camera

[@crummeyyy1]

Buck made in China.......USA or not at all...l will pay the extra

[@alanjaugust1696]

Fence Walker ... All you China-phobes are really missing out on one fantastic knife! The quality and overall workmanship are unmatched by anything under $100. This knife is about $50.00 !! But then as long as you guys don't buy this knife, it will just keep the price down for all those who will and enjoy this knife!!

[@slsoutdoors9008]

If you think it's bad cause it's made in China it's not I ussaly don't like stuff made in China but I've had this knife for 3 months and it's amazing best knife I've ever had

[@ike780]

agreed. tired of China selling our names back to us. ill there are lots of US knives that barely cost more than Chinese ones.

[@ussocom3644]

Sino Jas "Better" and "Sweden" don't belong in one sentence.

[@1987StoneAge]

WATCH OUT FOR THE BADASS WHO THINKS A COUNTRY NOT EVEN 300YRS OLD IS THE BEES KNEES

[@What_Fred_Said]

You lost me at MAde in china!

[@scuzzbecuzz]

For $60...areal bargain!

[@jimmygr720]

I almost bought one of these and then I saw "China" NO SALE! shame on you Buck will never buy a China knife.

[@carlosfernandez4811]

Bushcraft YES o NO?? 🤷‍♂️

[@spinbadbrosinc5496]

whatever!... I don't give a crap where it was made I'm not a blade snob....after I get it back from s.bros its gonna SLICE LIKE FUCKIN WOLVERINE!!!

[@SheriffRoscoP]

Enjoyed the video until you said "Made in China". Moving on.

[@sonfoku73]

*sigh* omg

[@SunnyWu]

SheriffRoscoP If the company pays good money in China it will be OK quality. In fact last time I got something made in the US, it broke in the first couple uses.

[@markrick911]

I won't be buying a buck knife made in China the only buck knife for me is one made in USA amen

[@kenshinuesugi6153]

Tu sais pas te servir d'un couteau mec. Arrête les vidéos de couteau ou entraîne toi avant de te ridiculiser

[@cabela7869]

Made in China Pass.

[@glock30fotyfive]

CHINESE Buck??....better grab all the Made In USA knives while you can. Soon they will ALL sell out....even Ka Bar.

[@DReynolds5294]

+glock30fotyfive ESEE will never go out of the USA for the majority of their knives.

[@mkitt75001]

Made in china

[@carlosfernandez4811]

80 € toy's 🤬🤬💩💩💩💩💩

[@Thamac15]

Made in freaking China,...good grief Buck.

[@kurtiscoleman9359]

What knife company manufacturers the good quality budget stain resident knife steel

[@sonfoku73]

wtf! learn to ask a question properly