SOG Agency: "Legacy of Fight" by Nutnfancy

[@afterhourschoppers]

This is a rediculously fun review. I was looking for SOG Agency reviews and got lucky that you had this. I dig the first 10 minutes as well as the actual review and the fact that this wasn't a conventional review but something Nutnfancy just had a good time with this one.

[@supercrazyX4]

Seen alot of Nutnfancy vids i gotta say this is one of the best ones ive seen intro, background, and hard facts. What's not to love.

[@nutnfancy]

@jmmurdy Roger that but never said the original SOG was a Randall pattern; said the Agency follows its lines which is an accurate statement.

[@josephp3271]

Second row down on the box there is a missing "G". Right side.

[@NickSparkss]

Love the history behind this knife. Makes it that much more special.

[@JJeffriesG]

Army Ranger: Rolex GMT, Browning Hi-Power in 9mm, Randall knife, gold link bracelet to get out of town. Not tacti-cool but a badge. Still have mine.

[@ARKSN1PER]

Don't forget Marine Force Recon. They came before the SEALs and were in my opinion the baddest of the bad. Love the Vids, keep em coming.

[@RedEyedJack]

One of my FAVORITE VIDS EVER on the Nutnfancy channel

[@wcropp1]

In Vietnam, we made the same mistakes that we're making in Afghanistan now but to a greater degree. Special Forces is our unconventional force for combating unconventional guerrillas and insurgents, which is otherwise known as unconventional warfare. We have learned and invested more resources into specialized military units but at the end of the day, war is only a meas to an end, and that end is usually political in nature. Just because you win all the battles doesn't necessarily mean you'll

[@mrmikesims]

I love this knife. I got the SOG recon bowie years ago and haven't seen a sexier blade shape till this knife. Great video.

[@MrHurpadur]

As an Aussie, i'm ashamed too. I hate how people look at the Vietnamese that were involved in the war like they were some pest or animal that had no value for human life. Millions of civilians were murdered.

[@tamatoa65]

my brother had one of these knives when I was back at high school and i was so jealous. Probably going to be the first fixed blade I buy that nutn has reviewed.

[@BigHef32]

I had convinced myself that a Kabar was the way to go for my system. After watching this review, I need to get one of these in my hands. Beautiful piece.

[@outpatient83]

That is pretty crappy that SOG raised the price of this knife after the making of this video. That just lowered my thinking of SOG a few pegs as a company.

[@curlybill3966]

Marines coming back from the NAM in the DMZ area said fighting NVA was like fighting another Marine platoon.

[@Veldtian1]

''In the long run the sword will always be conquered by the spirit'' Napoleon Bonaparte. Also I think Americans have forgotten the lessons of their own War of Independence, that being: That a native population will eventually wear down an invading force no matter their fire superiority, eventually.

[@nutnfancy]

@jamesb18c5 Thanks man for taking the time to watch and comment...we try to have fun with it!

[@Winston_Smith_84]

Love him or hate him, this is THE BEST Nutnfancy video.

[@Abigsky]

I know two (SOG) guys from the Vietnam war who have the Randall #1they took to war, and they swear by it. One sent his Randall to Afghanistan with his son.

[@gunslinger1911a1]

I actually own one of these knives, and next to my Kabar it's my favorite knife. One thing I'd like to say about the historical points before. They were good, but the Japanese learned to fear and respect US Marines as well. Wake Island taught them that, when 450 marines, held of an entire invasion fleet. My grand father was a Marine Raider, one the original bad asses, he respected his enemy, but knew his duty was to make them fear him, and the legacy he up held. Great vid.

[@tugabear2950]

As usual.....great presentation and no nonsense review. It is always great to see and listen to your enthusiasm. Best to you, Tactical, Mrs and of course the mountain dog.

[@jejustissIII]

@nutnfancy Years ago I was told by a F4? Recon pilot to read THUD RIDGE. That was an eye opener for this young man about how the war was conducted and mishandled by McNamara. It reads like someone tried to not win the war on purpose.

[@radicaledward40]

This has to be one of your best reviews of all time.

[@jtr109]

@Anonymity80 You beat me to it. Randall #1 has a sharpened back edge. And FYI Nutn: It is also available in stainless steel. And there is no reason for jimping on a knife with a double guard. Not much reason for jimping with a single guard either.

[@nutnfancy]

@msay2006 Thank you! I did my best explaining my addiction to these cool blades...they are non apologetic fighters, love them. I really dig that Blackjack 1-7 too.

[@jpenna1976]

This video started with historical intro and this knife having historical ties with MACV/SOG. For interesting life story of career soldier, google for Lauri Törni or Larry Thorne. Even short story of him in wikipedia is worth reading. Thanks for great review!

[@naasehvnishmaJH87]

This is what sets nutnfancy apart from the rest. Few people give (or are able to give)the type of 'feel' of a product like nutn' and no one is as comprehensive. Thanks nutn' ..God bless.

[@giupio88]

This is not just a knife review, it's a documentary! Cool, man! And those knives are awesom, both the Blackjack and the SOG. Beautiful.

[@Patriot36]

Great, detailed review Nutn! Yeah, they're long but you're the only dude who covers the topic and the product to maximum extent. I always tell people, if you're short of time or patience, use the fast forward slider. :) Keep up the great work brother!

[@tomjbw]

Super pumped to see you review this one. Saw this on an ODAT site a while back for less than $100, could not pass it up. It's my absolute favorite knife that I own, by far.

[@aznelite325]

i've come back to this video so many times because that knife just speaks to me. it's such a beauty, and then you add on its history and it gets impossibly cooler. still don't have money for a fixed blade over 100, but man, if the agency came with a kraton version of the handle and a kydex/plastic sheath? ...as it is now, it still may find its way into my collection, even with a low budget haha

[@IraqiSniper107]

The Japanese fought believing that the Emperor was God! If the emperor would have not instructed the Japenese to put down their arms they would have fought until the last man. Good Video! Semper Fi

[@CutleryNovice]

My dad's a Vietnam veteran ,he was issued an M16 bayonet but he had some buddies that carried SOG's ,good review

[@sweetstickyicky]

SOG customer service still hasn't gotten back to me, its been nearly 2 months now. My Spring Assisted blade's locking mechanism broke the day after I got it, making the mulit-tool an illegal switchblade.

[@nutnfancy]

@StubProductions "This video is a bit indulgent" Not really sure what that means but ok. This vid is made for my fixed blade aficionados and I speak to them in the video. Everyone else is welcome to come along for the ride but some won't get it. I actually like the finished product here and it seems others do, it's getting about 10,000 views a day for now. Thanks for watching though I will probably make some more interesting vids for you later on.

[@Smokin07ram]

33 minutes on a knife and I watched it twice! Your best work yet Nutn! Best knife review on the internet. Period

[@Crumbine]

You're going to spend over $100 on a pig-sticker and you won't shell out the extra $50 to buy American, even when all else is equal? SAME ON YOU!

[@1lupus]

Simply a beautiful blade. Your reviews keep me broke, each time I think I have got my blade addiction under control, you cause me to lust after another piece of steel.

[@nutnfancy]

@MrKaneShadow Thanks my friend. I try to find the story in some of the items and this was came to me pretty clearly. I love these blades.

[@Ka-bar]

if someone pulled that out in a knife fight i would be like DONE! and run away

[@Winston_Smith_84]

Your BEST review in a while, Nutn!! Awesome vid!!

[@WindRooster]

I was eye ballin the NW Ranger for my next purchase but you have now given be a deeper appreciation for this Blade and others I own. Thanks for sharing it was a great review!

[@Kretinos2323]

Would you recommend this knife for self defence situations?

[@nutnfancy]

@Glock40guy Who's putting down who? BTW is tactical ninja like an armored car driver?

[@MongoWongo777]

My Friend, you are more addictive than crack. :) I just ordered the exact blade. Looking forward to receiving it. I will add it to my mile long list of items you have recommended that I have purchased. Thanks for all your efforts and time to create well thought out, interesting, and educational videos. Your due dilliegence is second to NONE!!!

[@GabeMacDonnell]

Many historical sources cite the Randall 14 & 1 as the most sought after blades by SF Green Berets, "Snake Eaters." and carried by those who could save the money for one. I haven't found much that cited it as being very popular with SEALs, and like you said, KaBars were definitely the most common.

[@ahikernamedgq]

You are really good at using music in your videos. That is such a beautiful, elegant knife. And, you know a SOG is going to be practical!

[@paulzz81]

Yay, was waiting for this review for a really long time...Kudos, Nutn!!

[@GabeMacDonnell]

Blackjack really aren't too much more $ than the SOG, $50 or less increase. That said, no other company really mass produces these style knives, aside from the excellent, $220 San Mai Military. Classic. SOG does an excellent job making job knives at good prices, and they do an excellent heat treat. But if you're looking for a classic military blade on a budget, remember a lot of soldiers used Buck 119's and 120's, which are still made in the USA, still beautiful, great leather sheath, and sell for $45-70. Worth considering.

[@MrKaneShadow]

Nutnfancy's Comprehensive Weapon Reviews. Now with extra social awareness! Your videos keep getting better bro. All the best.

[@nutnfancy]

@trakkaton If you don't like, don't watch...but thanks for the view. -- Veri

[@MrSparten123]

these videos alwayshave some type of deep meaning good job good job nutn

[@makman1962]

Great review. I'm concerned about the width of the blade. It's quite below what would be considered a "pry bar" combat/survival knife, like the Randall #1. .15 inches vs .25 inches...a big difference. I'd caution against relying on this blade in an extended survival scenario. There's a reason Randall went with 1/4" stock. Passable as a slashing fighter for a single encounter with a lightly clothed opponent, but a less than optimal combat/survival knife for extended operations.

[@Calebh40]

I was wondering when you were going to review this knife! I use this as a camping/hiking knife for the last year or so. Best investment I have ever made.

[@nutnfancy]

@jejustissIII Exactly...these lessons lost killed 1000s. Fight unconventionally. Learn to live like the enemy, blend in, move fast, be unpredictable, employ many sniper teams to confuse and demoralize, use surprise and superior firepower, meet fierceness with greater fierceness. Win.

[@AussieMark909]

Long review but with a stunning knife to look at, time well spent. Love your enthusiasm Nutn. Thanks for the vid.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Nut'n. A-stan is a opiumwar, and not meant to be won at all. My opinion. Very cool vid as always.

[@GabeMacDonnell]

The US military also forgot those same skills after fighting the Moro jihadists in the Philippines in the years after the Spanish-American war of 1898. Skills and lessons that could have saved many lives in the Pacific campaign against the Empire of Japan.

[@IEATPIESZ]

ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL BLADES EVER IMO

[@codenameDaedalus]

As usual, very cool vid on very cool blade. I'm in the middle of a Vietnam War Class right now, and just happened to catch this today after a very cool lesson on the guerrila forces on both sides of the DMZ. I really enjoyed the historical take in the beginning, it really gives people an outlook and idea for the purpose of these knives. I myself am trying to get into one of the units you mentioned. Outlook on this really gives me some ideas, but personally I am a Demo guy. As usual, HOOAH Sir!

[@nwtipton]

Thanks for the throwback nutn! I always love seeing SOG come up in your reviews, they make interesting knives.

[@nickscape75]

I don't appreciate the word taiwan on my knives.

[@difabiouno]

Great review, and great looking knife. I loved the history portion in the beginning of the review. I am going to pick this one up after Christmas. Keep up the great work

[@nutnfancy]

@divemor Thanks for the correction and it has been duly noted. Thanks too for your service over there bro. Hard core stuff.

[@nutnfancy]

@thejaymanx111 Great comment and agreed. Hamstringing your operators with such ridiculous PC limitations ensures defeat and lower morale. Let the warriors do their job and thank them for the freedom they provide you.

[@doujin]

Yeah im looking at the SOG website and this knife is now around 225-250$ =/

[@benccc47]

i want this knife so bad i love the tech bowie and the trident i need this one

[@ChewbacaTW]

God Bless the "Men with Green Faces". Great review... I want one now... Keep Kickin' ass Nutn!

[@MrBikeguy99]

did you make that in 1 take damm

[@fishlanding]

Nutman - Again loved the 'soapbox review' and realistic take on our military strategy from Korea on. Fact, our last victory was the unconditional surrender we demanded from Japan in WWII. Time to bring our troops home and secure our borders period. Great mixed philosophy and knife review vid... god speed to I-Smell and to Ally the M-Dog !

[@Dafarnakis]

The Gerber Mark II was the second most popular fighting knife in the vietnam war and it wasnt even issued. Only second to the Ka-Bar. Its too bad he didnt mention the Mark II as it was much more widely used. SOG is an abreviation for Studies and Observations Group and thats where the original knife that is pictured here came about. They were made in limited quantities for the special forces; most of the materials coming from Japan.

[@TheLogancoats]

that guy smoking 2 cigs. one of those is not a cig...

[@JoeRitrovato]

I wanted a Randal #1 In 1972 but they were back ordered a year, so I carried a Buck 120 General and later Gerber MK ll. Joe-R

[@thallium200]

Great job with the history intro Nutn. Sets the stage for the review perfectly. This knife is extremely nice. Finnish reminds me of my old Colt Python.

[@AFDoc00]

Randall No 1 was an offshoot of WW II. True, hunting knives were often used as field tools and expedient weapons. The venerable K-Bar became recognized for it's usefulness in said role. But Bo Randall made fighting specific blades for the "greatest generation." In WW I; American forces were carrying "trench knives", in the American Civil War, many soldiers carried purpose made "Bowie knives" as CQC weapons. Nothin' new; but post-VN, we seem to have become more focused on knife specifics.

[@nutnfancy]

@Bryanisms Wow dude, that is great comment and that is a cool picture you paint. Hats off to a proven TNP musician my friend.

[@Hamsterman16]

nutn...your intro was awesome! keep these kinds of stories comin' I just love to learn from them!

[@halfstar1]

Mr. Nutnfancy u have inspired me. just last sunday i purposely took a a 40+ lb pack and hiked Guadalupe Mt. highest point in Tx. thank you NutnFancy

[@tripplewhipper]

Great video had to watch this review again nutn after I recently watched your new video "Origins of sog" with spencer frazer, totally looking at getting this blade in tini and always value your intelligent and realistically views and opinions you have in the review, well put together video totally enjoyed it and especially the historic events you talked about and how you ended the vid on that note with that theme of music, cheers and support for TNP always from Canada, keep up the great vids!

[@DireStraitsInImpala]

Titanium is an incredible material. It was used in the making of the surveillance plane Lockheed SR-71 "Blackbird". The titanium was extremely fragile under some conditions (some basic tools made the metal to corrode), but what made it amazing was that after each flight (oh, and they had thousands of them) the titanium became stronger and stronger, when flown at high speeds. Now imagine if this knife was shot pass the barrier of sound, what would it be like, heh.

[@Zrix]

Beautiful knife, and great review. The intro was a nice touch.

[@RedDawnAK74]

loved the intro, my next fixed blade probably will be ka-bar 7" fighting utility. love the knife vids God bless

[@divemor]

Great video. One small correction on your date for entering the Vietnam war. It wasn't 1965. My first trip to Saigon and then on to Phu Bai was in May of 1963. At that time I was told we had 20,000 troops in country, mostly MACV and Special Forces. I believe Kennedy committed us there in 1962.

[@cadrician]

Awesome historical review of a tactical King of the ring! Loved it! Its happening again, my dream knife list got bigger again! Thank you Nutn! Happy Halloween!

[@nutnfancy]

@TaskForceSixTwoSix Agree on all points. Linebacker was a huge success and even the POWs in Hanoi noted better treatment from it. And then it was stopped by Washington thinking is was too damaging. It could have ended the war.

[@Broke.n.string]

Hell ya!!! Gonna get me one... That was one of your kewlist videos .. Great job Nutn...

[@Lawdog2360]

Our first entry into VietNam were Special Forces advisors in 1959 under President Eisenhower, with the first conventional forces sent in by Kennedy, and major escalation by President Johnson in '65.

[@nutnfancy]

@Haidle7758 How many of my reviews have you actually watched "tough guy?" This was one of hundreds of knife reviews I've done. Feel free not to watch anymore.

[@Bill11812]

I bought the Cold Steel R1 Military Classic years ago and it is an awesome knife. has a very similar sheath as the SOG but is in a tanned/brown leather instead of black. The knife also has the micarta grips with the colored disks between the grips and the guard. Beautiful blade and fast as hell and like all Cold Steel knifes it came scary sharp.

[@TimesNwRoman]

Will you be reviewing the Cold Steel Leatherneck SF? I saw a review of it were it broke, but I'd like to see another hard use test of it before I decide if I'm going to buy it or not.

[@nutnfancy]

@rattlesnakemilitia Great comment thanks.

[@trey2099]

Well speaking of tactical blades, during WWII, my grandfather a marine and 17 at the time (he lied about his age). His platoon would take the Ka-bar and grind down the top of the blade to make it doubled edged, because they found that when they tried to dispatch an enemy soldier silently the blade couldn't do the task that they work taught in basic. That being, you would sneak up behind the enemy and drive the knife into the spine and twist. So even back then we saw "tactical knife" use.

[@nutnfancy]

@frantahouska I'm not an expert on him but there's plenty of stuff online you can find.

[@ScotsSens]

The Cold Steel ODA seems very similar to these knives in style. I wonder how the San Mai version would stack up as a focused fighting knife. The blade coating on that SOG is definitely sick !!

[@wolfman011000]

Dude your reviews are killing my bank account this is yet another knife i have bought because of you, mine is the AG01-L version. Feels real good in the hand fast and light yet with a feeling of solid strength. Not to keen on the sheath so will be visiting my local saddler for a leather custom and online for a kydex. Keep up the good work. God bless.

[@bushcraftboyz1]

interesting. i use the SOG Seal an older style one but it is a razor sharpe large fighting knife.

[@clusterguard]

Nutn': very interesting take. You're doing an exceptional work. Best from Spain.

[@Miriamsbasteleck]

impressive video nutnfancy! awsome as usual!

[@77thNYSV]

Interesting @ 6:58 the two Vietnamese have the M1 Garand, I think. Nutn, please review the M1 rifle the way you did the Mosin Nagant. I live in Salt Lake if you need to borrow one.

[@bamnmetal]

@nutnfancy Thanks for this video. Especially the philosophy about how wars are won. I would like to hear more of this education in your videos. I feel it is your duty to educate people on these things because there aren't many people left with this knowledge and the media would like to put their own spin on the truth.