SOG Pillar with Impressive Competitive Options

[@ajs7878]

I've used this knife hunting, camping, and I brought it to work a few times. It's too much at work. Worked great hunting and camping. I have the base model which I think is beautiful.

[@donrichter3523]

As typical, Nutn doesn’t apply his criteria across the board. Bashes the finger cutout, but it’s great on the Spyderco Street Bowie. It’s too heavy, but the CS SRK is great, and it’s like 2 Oz heavier. Just say it doesn’t appeal to you.......

[@Importdan1]

I hear ya Nutn! I don't carry a fixed blade in Portland because people would freak out. But when I'm outdoors I carry the gerber strong arm

[@Importdan1]

@@dkperu8558 lol idiots in Portland accept blm. They can do and wield whatever they want. But walk around with a grunt style tee shirt, jeans, and any kind of knife then you're a racist out to start problems... sigh lol 😆

[@bluegrasssurvival9423]

Fuck'em. Wear what you want.

[@caliginousmoira8565]

i carry 3 fixed blades, i'm in michigan, and no one seems to care.

[@Bend-Oregon]

I just bought this same SOG Pillar knife in the same S35VN steel but in satin polish, not black, for $157.00 on Amazon. The manufactures stated weight is 7.3 ounces, far from the heavyweight you are suggesting it is. What am I missing?

[@kittyman187]

He has wrong info and his points contradict each other.

[@fgallogallo7]

For that price I will stick to my SRK and OKC. They have never failed me.

[@northtestedknives4808]

for sure man. srk in SK5 has to be the best price for value options out there

[@donrichter3523]

Just came back to this review, didn’t realize I commented on it a year ago. Nutn needs new frickin scales, this knife is not anywhere close to 11 Oz, it’s 7.3 and the kydex sheath is as light as they come. Maybe the handle is too short for him, but plenty long for me, and while I agree somewhat about the finger bump, it works fine for my hands. The finger bump on a Benchmade super Freek is far worse as it rubs my middle finger. Frankly, you could tell he didn’t use it and due to his close minded biases, he just wrote it off. Nevermind with careful shopping, the stonewash version can be found for $130, the kydex sheath is light, easy to mount, with excellent retention AND it’s quick and easy to draw, just push away with your thumb and no strap to unbutton. I too like SRKS, but they are noticeably heavier, the sheaths are much worse, and the SK5 and San Mai versions have hollow grinds making the tip very weak. The only ones to get are the 3V with sabre grind and get a kydex sheath. The bark river is also noticeably thicker and heavier, especially with the leather sheath, which he usually rags on. And the cheapest version is $230. Perhaps a more comparable knife would be a Benchmade Nimravus, but it’s got a shorter blade with a shitty nylon sheath that weighs more, also has the finger bump and costs a ton more. I find the Pillar a comfortable knife. I dig the pointy blade, and while stylistically overdone, it works to scrape off bark or strike a firesteel. The pommel is also overdone, but it offers a less lethal striking option and could be used as a glass breaker. I just think this is Nutn’s absolutely worst knife review ever. He was biased against it from the start, was too lazy to weigh it and never used it. I don’t even know he even bought it.

[@paraglidingnut26]

Agree Nut'n, fixed blades are awesome.

[@adhdude2854]

A knife SOG hasn't plastered their name all over the handle. I'm going to buy one :)

[@rivitman]

What we need is an S-35V, Micarta handled Northwest Ranger with a Kydex Sheath.

[@justinpatrickhoffman]

Please review more Bark River Knives! Thanks for your time and work.

[@MrChamberlaindavidd]

As a guy that only buys BRKTs or Black Jack classics made by BRKT I could 100% get behind this!!!

[@mikeshobbyhomestead8917]

Love the knife review videos. Tough choice now between the tops legion 6 and the esee 6. Keep up the channel been watching since 2007 in the beginning days of running and gunning

[@smdursoii]

That is a really tough choice! I have the esee 6 and it is perfect. Esee 5 and Izula are great as well. My Tops B.O.B. is my goto for fire prep, and Tom Brown Scout for edc. Esee and Tops make such quality knives. Thinking about legion 6 or dawn warrior for next buy... The problem with tops is that they make such a large variety of fantastic options.

[@arctodussimus6198]

ESEE makes great knives and is famous for its warranty, but for me, the knife is what counts. I’ve trusted my life with TOPS Knives many times over the years. Never had one fail me. Although, I would probably pick the ESEE 6 over the TOPS Legion. But only because of the aesthetic value. I like it’s looks better.

[@billystink4611]

I really like the knife reviews. I don’t agree with you about a lot of things, so I find these reviews really helpful.

[@hotmetal459]

Make the esee jungles review public=most viewed knife review ever.

[@N.Y.Reload9mm]

Your “Gear Check” videos are so authentic & bring out the honest truth in people. I wish you could start doing more of those on the regular I could watch them all day!

[@Iceaxehikes]

I hope i get gear checked. I dare you in fact. Nah, i'd be happy and honored just to meet Nutnfancy. A positive influence and hopeful person I have never met, but listened to for so long.

[@eman151511]

Same. He’s like a second dad to me. Been watching since I was 13 years old.

[@stevederjones7340]

You should check out the Buck GCK. Buck makes 4 versions . One style is a black tanto point and a coyote brown tanto. Version black spear point and a coyote brown spear point. All of the GCK line of knives are made with 5160 high carbon steel. I have one but have not got out with it to test

[@charlessalmond7076]

Check out Gideons Tactical on you tube. He did a good review on that Buck.

[@isaacs_knives_and_knowledge]

Are you sure the Pillar is 11 ounces? SOG website says a little over 7 which is pretty reasonable

[@waynehendrix4806]

Nice 2nd cool. My context is that I always prefer to have a similar sized fixed knife along when I hunt. I'll sacrifice extra knife weight for that. (I have an SRK, and low and behold, I see one here in your review) Not for game, but as a just in case. My hunting walk or climb is usually inside of 2 miles. Others carry a water bottle. I carry a mini back pack in case I find out the local town was overrun with lizard people, and I have to camp out overnight. (Some day I might seek counseling for my disability, but I'm good with it for now.)

[@drevil4454]

Does it stab sore? Give it a try in the upper leg. Let me know.

[@vielumiereg9794]

What nailed it for me in your review was... 1) US made, I'm all bout that baby... And 2) it looks cool... Never forget, looking cool is the single most important part of any gear setup.

[@18ipmg]

Sometimes overthinking a design can backfire in function.

[@glbwoodsbum2567]

Exactly!!!

[@thafoehammer143]

What about the satin blade version as a tactical style dive knife? Since the satin seal pup is unfortunately discontinued 😔

[@bigx5murf]

Please review some Spartan Blades USA.

[@natanmusmanthome6772]

Hey! What do you recommend then for a soldier?

[@spartacus4141]

Will the sheath take molle locks?

[@davidvolsky7713]

I love your fixed blade reviews and am excited anytime I see a new one on this channel. I have two Bark Rivers, great knives, very attractive looking, but I agree with you on the convex grinds and polished Micarta. I find the textured Micarta and full flat or sabre grinds much more practical.

[@TacticalDoodle]

You did great getting into those. I can't believe they were ever even sorta under the radar, they go so fast today.

[@davidvolsky7713]

@@TacticalDoodle I have a Fox River EXT-1 in 3V with coffee bag burlap Micarta scales and mosaic pins, and a JX6 in Elmax with black canvas Micarta scales. I'd really like to get a kydex sheath for the JX6 for low profile everyday carry.

[@oldroywilson8564]

If you are into customs, checkout Half Faced Blades. Hands down the top custom maker currently in the US.

[@ChrisLoew]

Ontario spec plus 2 models still enjoy the 5160

[@BrewCityRider]

Was on here researching this blade because Midway currently has them on sale for 120 bucks, which peaked my interest. You almost talked me out of it nut'n. Wish I could get one in hand, but I think I almost prefer my SEAL pup over this one. About the same size but lighter and much less expensive. I like the double guard on the seal pup also. I don't use these types of knives for woodscraft, they are purely defensive / utility knives.

[@UntoDeath]

Been shopping for the best price and didn’t even think about midway. Is it the most practical knife, no. Is it 2nd cool, yes. Thanks man

[@BrewCityRider]

@@UntoDeath I couldn't pass up that Midway price and got one. Love it!

[@lastresort8010]

@@BrewCityRiderSame here, for $99 I couldn’t pass it up.

[@camsknifereviews]

I love my pillar although it dosent fit any specific use for me. I just like it. Satin version

[@IanPSmart]

I remember wanting that fusion Bowie so bad when I was like 11

[@B-leafer]

How about that watch??

[@jdnotariano]

$99 right now at Midway. It is worth that price imo.

[@cayman9873]

Esse 6 for me. It does everything.

[@TollHammer]

Agree 100%. They need a return to the classics like the Recon Bowie

[@usmcvet0313]

I would direct people to the Becker knives made by Kabar. I'm definitely a fixed blade guy, and only go to a folder if deep concealment is necessary. I open carry a BK15, which has a 5.5 in trailing point blade. 1095 CV steel, flat grind, and coated with a black bed liner type material. I daily it in the sheath it comes with, and put a small can of mace in the outside pocket. They discontinued the BK15 blade shape, but you can get the BK16 still. Same length, but it's a drop point instead. I got mine on close out for $62, and all the Beckers are made in America. Going price is around $100 I believe. $230 would make this a no go for me to carry everyday, not when Kabar is putting out quality American blades for less. When I was in Afghan my bayonet served as my tactical blade. I strapped it upside-down to the shoulder strap of my plate carrier. That way I could reach up, unclip the sheath, and pull it downward out of the sheath. I didn't want the weight on my belt or on the front of my plate carrier. Already had more than enough weight there from all the mags. I just carred a leatherman wave as my utility blade.

[@EvanPonton]

Amen! Thank you for your service.

[@donrichter3523]

Becker, meh..... the only one I dig is the BK9. For wood processing, I like the saber grind. It splits wood better. Otherwise, they have shitty handles, are too heavy, and come with garbage sheaths.

[@usmcvet0313]

@@donrichter3523 to each their own. Mine has done me well. I don't spend $150+ on knives, and the Beckers are a quality American made blade for a decent price. I like the sheath, open carry it on my belt with a can of mace in the outer pocket. It's lasted years in daily carry. Flat grind is strong, which I want in a tactical blade. I don't split wood with mine. Collapsable saw and a hatchet are less effort.

[@smoklares9791]

This is a gundam or another mecha?

[@arctodussimus6198]

Living in Texas has its perks.... I rotate two fixed blade knives every day. One is a TOPS Brakimo. The other is a TOPS Prather War Bowie. Every day. Rear scout carry, inside the waistband. They never get in the way. In fact, I usually don’t even notice them. The only folding knife I carry would be one with a marlin spike. That comes in a hella lot more handy than anything on any multi-tool that I used to carry.

[@drevil4454]

Does it fit well into a russian spine? Score out of 10 please

[@bev8200]

Earliest I've ever been. Have you already done a gerber double down review? If so Is it possible to defeat the locking system and make it in to a butterfly knife?

[@withoutfurtheradoforever]

I think I might be moving to Montana, soon....

[@bobwampler3387]

To be a dental floss tycoon? Frank Zappa song.

[@wyominghomesteader5063]

For the weight and cost I've used the Cold Steel SRK (6" and 8oz including sheath) or the Recon Tanto (7" and 9oz including sheath)on my LBE for years. It also helps that I ran across a clearance sale on both and purchased the lot for 40% of the normal price.

[@realdad32]

Nutn if you media blast micarta with some course sand or media it will restore the grip your looking for and clean the handle up in the process just tape off the blade good first.

[@rtek777]

I carry a Schrade fixed blade. Also have more fixed blade knives than I do folders.

[@DailyDrivenBikes_1]

You can never go wrong with an ontario blackbird sk5 a lot of military guys buy them.

[@Todd_S]

Ha ha, hey there. The SRK is one of my all time favorites.

[@EvanPonton]

Srk is an absolute steal for the price

[@Delta922]

I would carry the lightweight Esse 6 instead for backpacking bruh.

[@jacobmanalang8162]

for the price i would go for the bark river you showed, or something by tops or esee i used my sog seal pup today lol trimmed down some flower stems dropping flowers off at the cemetery. YUP. teklok on the sheath! i carry a glow in the dark delica and a lightning otf at work, usually just a pm2 or endura when im off.

[@nonjaninja4904]

If you can't handle 10 ounces, cut the cheeseburgers and hit the stairmaster. I lug my Tops Operator 7 around and don't cry about it.

[@ethan5.56]

I really like the handle on my Cold Steel Kobun for a knife of its size

[@spencerwarren9219]

I love the blade also that color and orange. I carry a sog seal pup elite in my edc 5.11 rush back pack and probly a better edc fixed blade due to seal pup elite is lite but I do love the pillar

[@vinceanderson4320]

I gave a thumbs up because of the Bark River.

[@frankwoods135]

The SRK weighs 2 ounces more and you make love with it. This knife has a better geometry then the SRK and has better steel and a handle that will last longer. But you totally shit on it lol

[@MrRyryrose]

I was thinking that same thing haha

[@justinclark6243]

You can buy 4 base model SRKs, which will give your average person the same performance, for less than the cost of 1 of the base model of these. I think that was his point, value gotten for $ spent. You also get an extra inch of blade.

[@donrichter3523]

That is NOT the argument Nutn made. If it simply came down to cost, then I could understand it. For one, the MSRP is $50 less for basic Pillar. Two, I waited for a Black Friday 25% off on the SOG website. So mine didn’t cost any more than an ESEE.

[@my3sons386]

I have been carrying a fixed blade for the last 3 years

[@DjrWalsh]

Well nut'n I think you talked me outta the pillar..I completely understand and agree with you on pou and 1st and 2nd cool, have to say though I regularly carry a cold steel srk or ak47 field knife or a recon scout and a few other options I have but primarily 1 of the knives I mentioned above..and they all have a smaller knife attached to them..well not srk..I carry srk iwb and all my other knives high and tight on my hip

[@opichocal]

I carry a fixed blade 90% of the time. Bark river fox river 2 is my favorite.

[@blackfam972]

Now do the KABAR Beck BK18

[@opfor5593]

Feels like BudK's premium line

[@nvanet]

What happened to UGEtube. Not seeing this there.

[@cayman9873]

I have tried getting set up there on my android samsung. No go.

[@smokethirteen]

I’d rather carry an Ontario RAT for all the applications stated, and at a third the price.

[@propblast82nd]

The SOG Seal PUP is nice for $90 .

[@concernedpatriot.2221]

Read some comments seems a lot of people prefer cold steel knifes, I’m one of them. Cold steel recon tanto lives in my bug out bag and my vehicle get home bags, the SRK lives in my minuteman backpack and I EDC the recon 1 👍🏻

[@blueboy231]

hi all. i have this knife and love it but dont like the sheath sits to high for my liking. anyone know for a better sheath that fits. something with a belt loop to take it out of my ribs lol. leather or anything. want it for camping and bushcraft. thanx

[@cayman9873]

Edc... olight single cell cr123a.. spyderco resiliance.. s&w shield in 45 acp. Spare mag .. loaded hornady critical duty. And done

[@lucienlalachance]

I broke 3 of those fusion Bowie's doing light woods work. Sog kept replacing under warranty but I gave up for my safety after number 3. I'd stay far away if you ask me. I really wanted to like it but it's just weak. - mileage may vary of course. Thanks for the review.

[@Muscovy7]

honestly that spine looked weak and the tang is probably a shallow stick tang. I didn't think it looked very strong looking at it ngl.

[@northtestedknives4808]

probably the first sog that ctuall catches my eye, cpm s35vn awsome!! but ya, seems to be in all sorts of worlds in between, looks like a decent camp beater and backup blade to me, mount it on the pack, let your buddys thrash it

[@asintonic]

I edc a Cold steel OSS.

[@Adam-zq7qg]

Legit

[@ronws2007]

I like these other gear reviews. Not that it is important. I think the review would be here, regardless. Still, nice to see cutlery. I hunt on public land and carry with me all the stuff for taking a harvest out of the woods. I have the Outdoor Edge Wild Pak, which has three knives. A fillet style, a caping knife with the curved blade, and the gut hook blade. But I also carry an wood handled Buck like the one shown here. A really good general purpose knife that you could use to skin a deer or clean a fish.

[@RedDawnAK74]

Tops unzipper is an interesting martial blade

[@IDWIE]

Nutn, ever thought of getting into hunting?

[@laserone5627]

Id buy

[@MrChamberlaindavidd]

I've carried a 5-7 inch Fix blade knife daily since I graduated highschool about 15 years ago🤷‍♂️ Thank to a review you did my blade of choice has been the Black Jack classic 1-7 for many many years. And at this price I won't be switching.

[@jamesstephenson2346]

Youre allowed to be a cringelord, unfortunately.

[@MrChamberlaindavidd]

@@jamesstephenson2346 Pretty sure the term Cringe Lord leaves any opinion you have completely irrelevant. The fact you went full Dbag off the line with a personal attack and zero explanation or supporting argument only supports the theory.

[@minnesotanice369]

I wanna see QVC at 3am on dmt slanging knifes

[@TacticalDoodle]

There used to be an adult swim short of that, where the weeb samurai was selling swords. It was alright, if I remember it.

[@brandothereal]

I would wear this daily to look cool

[@cayman9873]

In a car or truck fine.. to carry or backpack ?? Its too damn big and heavy.

[@donrichter3523]

Obviously you’ve never handled one. These knives are light.

[@ukpiktonraq9811]

Come to Alaska, you'll see Real Men carrying fixed blade knives. I did like your video. I read many don't or won't pay this price. I say, go to Walmart, buy yourself a cheap $20 knife. See if that cheap steal will keep you alive for long term. The blade steal is the better bushcraft steal. Fortune Favors, Those Who Go Out and Earn It

[@spencerboaz2385]

I have a fixed blade I made from a truck spring . It has a 3 level torch hardening prosses . 3 levels of hardness . Spine is same as the spring , and slightly harder for the second and edge . I made it in 1978 , I have sharpened it 3 times and skinned countless deer and other animals . It's not a ax so I don't use it for one but I do cut leg joints and rib and back joints . I don't split wood by buttoning , it's a knife . Last time it was sharpened was about 10 years ago , it shaves now . The handle is stacked aluminum and brass shims with a piece of elk horn in the middle . The finger guard was made from a block of aluminum and the pummel was made from a block of aluminum all ground to match the elk horn . I have been offered $2K for it and passed . It will be handed down to my grandson and he will hand it down to his first grandson , and it will still be a great knife . My folder is a Benchmen spring assisted and it has a ok blade but it's my work blade haven't broke it yet but needs sharpening often to keep it sharp .

[@usmcvet0313]

Badass. I bet your son or daughter is jealous he or she got passed over. 😄

[@donrichter3523]

Whatever dude......🙄. Leaf springs are NOT some super steel. They are 5160. If you only sharpened it 3 times in over 40 yrs, you are not using it. And a metal washer handle? Are u f-ing kidding me? Must feel great in the hand.....

[@shannonandsheila1403]

I will tell you one you have to try or you are square missing it try the bark river ja-NAP

[@ClassicRockLivesOn]

Nothing SOG puts out excites me these days. I wish they'd put out some stuff like the Agency or Fusion again.

[@drevil4454]

Wouldn't mind having a Pillar. Definitely would mind not being turned into a pillar by one.

[@goproadv4902]

11 oucnes? This thing only a little over 7 ounces, something feels odd about this review.

[@davidrutherford7367]

Love my Bark River, but I took steel wool to the handle (hate the high polish)

[@MrChamberlaindavidd]

I think most the guys that really use BRKT knives do this. I know I've done it to ALL mine.

[@davidtate166]

It's very cool knive. Yes but 200$ mmm think about it..it will move.

[@papark]

I always have a fixed blade on me.

[@kksmith244]

Hate to say it: it's a tuxedo knife. Buck, Ontario, or Ka-BAR are more affordable and just as functional.

[@coreyholthaus7534]

Ive never been much for purposeful abuse on tools equipment or weapons. But that being said i love the glock field knives. Because ive owned my first for 10 years. Beat it abused it heavy pry bar tasks. Not a slicer but $38 unmatched value IMO.

[@Cid_1]

Not had a good experience with Bark River Knives. Sub par finishing,and knife was pretty much chewed up after a trip in the Norwegian forest. Sent back the Crusader,and it was just grinded down to a leaf thin blade when got it back. One would think they would just send a new blade to satisfy customers over sea,but doesn't seem that way. People still really seem to like them,so maybe I was just really got unlucky with the steel and the customer service.. Who knows,but that's my experience. Maybe I'm just spoiled with Scandinavian quality blades. Never getting a Bark River ever again,much rather spend the money on a Fällkniven or something that can actually handle to be used.

[@charlessalmond7076]

What steel was your knife made from, sir?

[@Cid_1]

@@charlessalmond7076 1 In CPM 154 & one in CPM 3V. The one in CPM-154 was really chewed up,the newer one in 3V seemed a bit tougher but got a few dings at the front. Over all not really impressed with the quality. And especially how I got the one back all grinded down to pretty much half it original thickness. The sheet also had imperfections but held the knife in place so it didn't bother me that much. But for the price I would really expect more,like I have gotten from pretty much any other knifemakers in the same price range if I had a issue I usually get a new knife or a refund. But I ended up selling them at a pretty big loss. But at least now we have Norwegian knife stores selling them,so people having issues can at least do the warranty through them which makes a lot more sense due to EU warranties. But for me It just put me off the whole brand. When I buy a $300-$400+ knife I expect to be able to use them (specially when advertised as "bushcraft/hunting knives" ),and not as something sitting in a drawer or a shelf. People seem to really like the knives,maybe their standards isn't as high as mine. Or maybe their use is different than mine. Maybe I just got super unlucky with both my random purchased knives. But I got $80-$100 scandinavian knives that's held up a lot better like a good old Lapp/Puukko knives or Brusletto Bamsen. And the Knives from Lon Humphrey have been a joy to work with compared to Bark River.

[@charlessalmond7076]

@@Cid_1 i am sorry to hear that, sir. I ask because I just purchased my first bark river. The appearance on mine is impeccable. I guess time will tell about durability. Thank you for not being defensive.

[@Cid_1]

@@charlessalmond7076 No problem,sir. One win some and lose some,in the knife game. I'm glad to hear that,hopefully it serves you well. People wouldn't have kept buying them,if they were bad knives. And I would say from the people I see and know owning them is usually overwhelmingly positive feedback over all. Though I do feel some might be holding back a little,it's not easy for some to admit if they put a lot of money into something they not 100% happy with. But I'm more of the type that speak my mind and move on :) Getting nowhere dwelling on something one can't change,better to find something one like and keep it moving ;) I'm super happy with the Lon Humphrey that uses the same steel and they also look beautiful,so will pick up a few more of them when I have the chance. Cheers

[@samlee458]

bronze?!? am i blind or does this knife look like its black with gray handle 😂

[@xxxlonewolf49]

If my tools "touche me" on their own...there are problems, possibly Decepticons.

[@kingcobra7565]

guys carry fixed blade in the field

[@calholli]

Just go to a junk yard, buy some broken leaf springs for nearly nothing.. Buy a few old flat files.. grind down a couple knives, heat harden it and be done with spending hundreds and thousands on knives. Metal is cheap.

[@danreid6712]

Buck Sentry is a bargain...

[@bro.weaver1282]

I think the Benchmade Nimravus is a better design.

[@donrichter3523]

I might agree if G10 or micarta scales were used. I hate aluminum scales. Transmits extreme temps to you hands

[@BpMetalMilitia]

Yeah. What that guy said. LOL 😆🤣😂

[@social3ngin33rin]

I don't see it as a wood working knife It looks too good (and is too expensive) to actually use lol I'd carry it once in awhile just for 2nd cool as a secondary or tertiary knife

[@stevederjones7340]

The bronze is gone

[@donrichter3523]

Never existed. He has the FDE Pillar. It’s in stock right now.

[@leshiro5574]

Nutn review the Benchmade Fact

[@Revelation1316]

4:18 Wrong. And that's is why this knife is more show than go. Tip is also a failure point with this knife.

[@Anunnasboy]

Cold Steel Taipan in VG-10 San Mai Steel is back in production. Taiwan made is excellent. Historically significant at this time.

[@mfleming3911]

It goes without saying that your opinion is respected, and I find most of your reviews to be genuinely objective. However, this review of the SOG Pillar appears to be a glaring exception. What you have done is basically decided, for whatever reason, that you do not like the Pillar, then proceeded to completely ignore it's primary appeal to potential buyers- That being a great 'all-around' knife that, while perhaps not the first choice for any single purpose, is an excellent choice for the buyer who wants a knife that can fill all roles adequately. Instead of recognizing that, you trotted out THREE other knifes that can perform various tasks better than the Pillar. Your Bark River is too heavy & too long to wear comfortably around the waist when hiking or Camping. It's blade, while possibly a more versatile shape, is too too large to be a legitimate bush-crafting knife. Your Seal Pup has an inferior steel, and while it will suffice well for bushcraft/camping and even skinning/gutting in a pinch, can't match the more challenging tasks to qualify as a survival tool, while the Pillar can. The SRK is an excellent choice and comes the closest of your 'alternatives' to matching the Pillars overall appeal; however, it again has an inferior steel and costs nearly the same as the Pillar if you go for the better version. Sorry Dude, but I think you've let way too much bias slip into this review and, in doing so, missed the true appeal of the Pillar!

[@collector7993]

Fingers should never be in front of the guard.