The OKC Old Hickory Butcher Knife - Some Work and My Thoughts

[@mckwilly]

i took my Old Hickory and scuffed it, blued it with cold blue and later decided to polish it with a mild compound and it gave it a very unique look some of the nooks and crannys had the blue in em but over all the blade glowed from the polish, i try and do a vid but dont know if the camera will show the detail

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

***** That sounds really nice, my friend! I would love to see it in a video but you are right..sometimes the camera just doesnt capture detail the way we want. I love patinas that give the weathered look much better than patterns & designs. Thanks for watching and its great to hear from you! -Dave

[@dalethebelldiver7740]

Just to add a bit of history for the uses for these old knives or brand. These knives were just about exclusively used in the Commercial fishing industry for over a hundred years. In 1967, 68 and 69 I was going to sea on grouper boats out of PUNTA GORDA, Florida; which the fleet stayed out for 10 days to 21 day on average. The only knife I ever saw was the old Hickory knives. Some were pretty rusty and worn out and sticking in the wood somewhere on deck. They were typically the slimmer bladed knife and in many respects better than the butchers knife design but I do recall seeing them too. They are all good. I've seen the old Hickory knives on boats for well over a decade before being retired with not much more than a quarter of an inch in blade width. Once they got to this condition; overboard they went and drew a new one or salvaged a neglected old one and used it for the next several years. I have a scar to prove their sharpness. I never forgot the brand OLD HICKORY; because it laid my hand open as easy as gutting a fish. The captain soaked my hand in sea water with Joy dish soap and taped it up; that's it. No doctors out there. So; I was told I have to take care of my knife and I would only got one. If I lost it overboard I would have to use a kitchen knife. You rinsed it off everyday maybe several times in a day and sharpened it and oiled it before going to bed. Commercial fishing is no game; it's hard on the fishermen and hard on on anything made from steel. We generally bound the handles in twine and coated the binding with rubber cement or paint to seal off the steel under the handles. Bush craft and camping is certainly easier on a knife than commercial fishing.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

That is great information, my friend! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment! -Dave

[@KZizFISHIN]

If it's that good of a knife why not just attach a better handle so those cheap rivets won't come loose while batoning

[@MrEdium]

That is a Excellent Working knife ! Thanks for the review.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+MrEdium Thank you for taking the time to watch, my friend! -Dave

[@shj2000]

I've made some of the same mods you have to my own Old Hickory butcher knife. You mentioned a hot spot and I noticed the same thing. I sanded down the corners and rounded the handle a bit. Hot spot gone! Finished it off with some linseed oil. I think a standard butcher knife is made for draw cuts. When we repurpose to bushcraft and start using a lot of push cuts and pushing motion its not surprising that the handle might need a little reshaping. Good vid. Thank you.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Sounds like an excellent handle mod, my friend! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment! -Dave

[@MichaelTravis12c27]

Very nice, comprehensive review. I think a new pair of handle scales would be in order should those loosen up on you.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Blue Mountain Bushcraft and Outdoors Thanks for the kind words, brother! Should things loosen up, new handle scales wouldn't be a bad idea, but truthfully, I would probably just buy another knife for $9. Thanks for coming by and watching and commenting! It's nice to have you here, my friend! -Dave

[@howlingsarge]

Old Hickory come back

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Howling Sarge Who doesn't love the classic Old Hickory Butcher knife? Thank you for watching, my friend! I appreciate you stopping by and leaving your awesome comment! -Dave

[@SmellNRoses]

I'd expect to see a thicker blade on a knife of this size, and maybe the handle could use a few improvements, but WOW that is a lot of knife for the price. In this price range we really have no right to complain about a thing. It's a great looking knife too, I love the blade shape. I'm a big fan of Ontario. Thanks for sharing this demonstration!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Smell N Roses Yes, most knives this size will have a thicker blade. I think because this is a butcher knife, it has a thinner profile for detailed processing of game and kitchen work. For the price, it is an outstanding knife. I love how well it strikes a spark and the longer blade allows for more surface are to strike with a piece of chert/flint. It also takes and holds an edge well. No chipping or rolling after things I have put it through. Ontario is a great knife company! Based off of this one, I may just need to pick up a few more Ontario knives. The factory is about an hour away from where I live. Thanks for watching, my friend! -Dave

[@andrewhondo]

if the handles come lose theres nothing that j b weld won't fixs mine came lose it fixed mine and i beat the crap out of it after words for a year they never came lose again its really a easy fixs

[@Dan-sq5cv]

Great video review. Got to love these knives, 1095 carbon steel, as thick as a Mora, American made, Simple and ready for mods, Great heat treat and good hardness (try drilling through one), and low price. Not saying they should replace some of my modern quality knives but if it was all I had, it would do the job. Very much what the early montain men carried, and a great knife for the Horace Kephart mod, that knife blade served him well.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Dan Kress Thank you for the kind words, Dan! You are exactly right...these knives are outstanding! Very well said! I have this one and one that Tom Chitwood sent me that was a Kephart mod. Great knives! -Dave

[@dalethebelldiver7740]

Ps as a kid I did use an old hickory to ward off a SOB with a big mouth while at sea. So; they have many good uses.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

That is awesome! -Dave

[@Survivalist2008]

That's a good deal on a great knife. I watch out for these at flea markets, yard sales, etc. Great review and wood processing video. Take care.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Survivalist2008 Those are great places to find these type of knives! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leaving your kind words. It means a lot to me! It's great to hear from you and I hope to talk with you again soon, my friend! -Dave

[@The_Hartofect_]

Awesome video I’m surprised this video snuck by me lol.

[@richardpeterson3753]

see, that's exactly why I won't buy from Dave. single carry option? man. pretty damn sure it wasn't dirt cheap and for the effort that was put in, what would it hurt to at least add scout straps and a single? come the fuck on man. I'm making mine from scratch for my hickory. and probable for pennies to the dollar. and I carve fine with mine. maybe I got a better or more steady hand, maybe more patients, can't be a better knife, they are all the same. I don't have a single issue with mine. and it has a 4.5 inch back up I keep with it. as far as the handle, a tip is to pull the wood plates and put your own handle on it. I plan to do a pretty extensive paracord wrap on mine. not because I want extra paracord, I see no logic in pulling cordage off your blade handle, but I do it because I like the feel and grip.

[@ralphreynolds2621]

Why does everyone want to pound on ther knives ????? That’s not what ther for .

[@jamesmcgee2447]

Would you post where you purchased this knife and sheath ?

[@telegraph_hill]

i got this knife as a kitcn knife for base camp. i sharpened it up and its great for food prep. personally i would not use it for processing wood.

[@thomasguitarman9025]

Using that knife to split wood that large is not a good idea hatchet or machete is better or camp axe like Hudson bay pattern

[@daleskidmore1685]

You made it look 100 years old, Dave, nice patina. Very useable too.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Dale Skidmore Thanks, Dale! I really like the way most 1095 blades take a patina. Thanks for taking the time to stop by, watch and comment! Really nice to hear from you, brother! -Dave

[@peternorthrup6274]

It comes that way. Order 3. They work.

[@thomasguitarman9025]

They are great knives add a solid metal end cap and even better

[@nakoawarrior3186]

So do you think your Kephart or Nessmuk?

[@carlossandoval2974]

Honestly ... batoning is so cringe.

[@workingclasswoodsman]

Great knife.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

workingclasswoodsman It sure is, my friend! I cannot get enough of it! Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment! I appreciate it! -Dave

[@ThunderMountainTactical]

Cool review! I cant say I have ever seen such big ferro rods... All the ones I have ever seen are little skinny bastards LOL!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

ThunderMountain Tactical Thanks for the kind words, my friend! Skinny ferro rods can definitely be frustrating to use. I've seen a lot of guys carry them and I wonder just how much they use them. I have some smaller ferro rods in different kits but will only use them in a pinch. I need something I can get good leverage on and word with. Also, the skinny ones dont last very long. I have snapped several. Thank you for the view and comment! I really appreciate it! -Dave

[@thebullfrogman2526]

Yes but can it cut butter? lol good review on this blade Thank You!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

TheBullFrogMan It surprisingly has a tough time with butter..lol! Thank you for the kind words and I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment, brother! Hope to talk with you again soon! -Dave

[@themiwoodsman7222]

nice old school knife and still a good one , great review Dave ! atb john

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

the mi woodsman Thanks, John! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment! Talk with you again soon, my good friend! -Dave

[@13bravoredleg18]

I put tiger stripe maple grips on my vintage 6 inch bladed Old Hickory. It now looks like a English Trade knife.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

That sounds excellent, my friend, and I can image that it looks just like and English Trade knife! Thank you for watching and leaving your awesome comment! -Dave

[@DonnyPavoliniOutdoors]

Great review brother! Excellent demo too!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Donny Pavolini Outdoors Hey, Donny! Nice to hear from you, my friend! Thanks for stopping by...I appreciate the view and comment! Thank you for the kind words and I look forward to talking with you again soon! -Dave

[@renemanjr123]

You know i would not have thought of useing a knife like that but fro 10$ not bad it looks like it would hold up pretty good as long as you dont beat the crap out of it Nice Review

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

renemanjr123 You are right, brother! It is holding up really well. No micro chips, no rolling of the blade. Its very good steel and I have beat this thing, trying to break it! Mainly, so I can tell my friends who swear by this knife that its not that great because I broke it but this knife just laughs at me! If you pick one up, you would love it! It doesnt come with a sheath unless you buy it from the pathfinderstore with the sheath combo, but you can also buy a KA-BAR sheath off amazon that fits perfectly. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment, my friend! Great to hear from you! -Dave

[@andrewmize823]

Old Hickory handles are dirt simple to replace. They don't even glue them down. With a few hand tools and some solid metal pins, you could have a new handle on one of those in a couple of hours at the max.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and I appreciate the information, Andrew! -Dave

[@vvs3796]

i soaked mine in a vinegar and a part of a handle blackened, is there a way to restore natural color of wooden handle?

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thats happened to me many times. Sometimes I will sand it off with a high grit sandpaper or other times, the oils from my hand have naturally removed it. Usually, I have just left it, as it doesn't affect the performance of the knife and gives it some character. Thank you for stopping by and leaving your excellent question! -Dave

[@JAD1225]

Don't forget their Paring Knife. Can do all that a Mora would.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Definitely! Thank you for watching! -Dave

[@johnacord6224]

Just because your file is illagetament, dosen't mean you have to cuss at it lol

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

hahaha! Thank you for watching, John! -Dave

[@opusxpn]

Very good knife for the money

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Jimmythefish (opusxpn) Its sure is, brother! Thanks for stopping by and watching! I hope everything is going well for you! -Dave

[@Schroeder_-yh4sq]

you could try to re handle it if the handle comes loose

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Schroeder_2000 Very true, my friend! Thank you for watching! -Dave

[@eaglejon1293]

I used to have one ! Jon

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Eagle jon Nice, Jon! Thanks for watching, my friend! I appreciate you taking the time to comment, as well! -Dave

[@SpartanJohns]

i have seen these knives in a few videos. I really like the smaller paring knife. I imagine that with such a thin blade it makes an excellent controlled split thru a log.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

SpartanJohns You are right, Denis, it splits wood quite well and I have yet to run into any rolling or micro chips. 1095 high carbon steel is excellent! I love it. As you have stated in some past videos, Condor's 1075 steel just isn't as good. A few of my Condors do not take, nor hold an edge well and I have a hard time striking sparks from a piece of flint with their 1075. Thanks for watching, my friend! Great to hear from you! -Dave

[@SimonsDiscoveries]

Nice review. I might get that knife at some point. It looks good.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Simon's Discoveries It is a very nice knife, Simon! I think you would like it a lot! Thanks for watching, my friend! -Dave

[@trynsurviven2440]

It will fit in a leather KA BAR sheath.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

You are exactly right! Thank you for watching! -Dave

[@tattoolimbo]

I plan to put a totally new handle on mine, but if you wanted to just secure the oem handle better you could epoxy it and put better pins in it. The handle rivits do come loose easily from the factory.

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah David, A Happy Father's at Wish, Anyhow, I just pulled the trigger on my BK-20 which reminds me of a large butcher knife on steroids. Yeah, I think the Bowie especially the newer Bowies look a little like a butcher knife. The BK-20 I got was a copy of a military issue Bowie used in the Philippine Conflict. But I plan on using it as a Summer Long Knife since I feel it's a long enough blade at 10.8" but a 1/4" thick blade, Ouch, it's a little on the heavy sure, But being well balanced they say it feels lite. Anyhow, It was nice to see you, and Best of Wishes.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you, my friend! Sounds like an excellent knife! Nice to hear from you, my friend! -Dave

[@paulie4x1]

Ditto Kiddo, ,, ,

[@jonc4050]

Fun fact: the hump on the spine near the tip is meant to aid in cleaning wild game. The hump keeps the tip from poking and cutting into the meat.

[@acedecs]

for the price you cant be robbed!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

acedecs The price is tremendous, my friend! That is why it's very hard to complain about any aspect of this knife! Nice to hear from you and thanks for watching! -Dave

[@wallaceviviansadventures2095]

a great cheep knife.like the patina.a great kinfe to have in the field

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Wallace Vivian Thanks, my friend! The nice 1095 took the patina well. I also think this is a great knife to have in the field! Thanks for watching, my friend! -Dave

[@wallaceviviansadventures2095]

your putting up great videos keep it coming

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Wallace Vivian Thanks for such a nice comment, my friend! I really appreciate it! I sure will keep them coming. I enjoy your channel as well! -Dave

[@trynsurviven2440]

👍

[@nickharland3795]

Nice knife, performed all the tasks very well. Certainly didn't have any trouble splitting the wood. That's exactly why I got my Hudson Bay knife, with the Mora I couldn't always get good leverage, not as much blade to work while batoning wood. Nice touch with the sheath and ferro rod too. Thanks, and take care brother. ATB Nick.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Nick Harland Thanks, Nick! A bit of vibration in the hand with batoning but for $10-$12, who is going to complain? I am pleasantly surprised with the batoning capabilities of a bigger knife. I don't baton a lot with my knives because I am always looking for the opportunity to use one of my axes, but the Old Hickory performed well! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment, my friend! Nice to hear from you and I look forward to talking with you again soon! -Dave

[@rainbowhiker]

If the handle does break or break loose, you can put on new wood, its fun, or, re-crush the rivets, or, put in new pins/rivets, or bolts, recessing the wood a bit. Got one of these too. Nice knife Dave, though, I seldom use mine anymore.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thats very true, my friend! Fortunately, there has been no issues at all! Thank you for watching, my friend! -Dave

[@DidierNomade]

Hello Dave, Good video on the knife Hickory! I like very much this kind(genre) of knives which have the very solid and cheap air! Great explanations and demonstration of cup(cutting).... It is always a pleasure to follow you on your chain(channel). See you soon my friend.... Didier Nomade

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Didier Nomade Thank you, very much, my good friend! I appreciate the kind words! Thank you for watching and it's great to hear from you. It's a pleasure to follow you channel, as well, my brother! I just purchase an ENO Guardian Hammock Bug Net, which is very similar to your TTTM mosquito net. Thank you for posting that video. It really helped a lot! See you again soon! -Dave

[@MTwoodsrunner]

nothing wrong with that knife! i use a butcher knife quite often in the bush and it gets the job done!...well done review...woods

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

MTwoodsrunner Thanks for the kind words, my friend! You are exactly right...this is an outstanding knife! May not be pretty but sure does get the job done! -Dave

[@ianwhite2554]

Run very fast , to the next hair stylist.

[@wyattoneable]

You can't beat them for the price, so versatile. You did a good job of showing what it can do.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

***** You are exactly right, my friend! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave the nice comment! I appreciate the kind words and it's great to hear from you. I look forward to talking with you again soon! -Dave

[@buckeyebunnyhunter]

If that's all you had it would do everything you need to start a fire. Great review. May have to pick one up.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

***** Thanks, Dave! You would love it, my friend and you can pick it up for very cheap! -Dave

[@7319dexter]

Used to carry one of these camping all the time. Accidentally stepped on it and bent the hell out of the blade. It is great for lighter tasks but would never carry it alone into the woods

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+7319dexter I don't carry it alone, either, my friend. Thank you for watching and commenting! -Dave

[@7319dexter]

Great video. Thanks for posting

[@7319dexter]

If it would have been laying flat I'm sure it would have been fine with being stepped on. Was a little sad because it had sentimental value. Found it at my grandparents in a kitchen drawer when I was about 12 yrs old. Still have it put away somewhere. Was wondering what I could do to straighten out the blade.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+7319dexter I am sorry to hear that your Old Hick had sentimental value. I am not sure on how to straighten the blade, however, if needed, you could always buy a new one. I know its not your 1st choice but they are very inexpensive. -Dave

[@dwightehowell6062]

+7319dexter Just about any smith can straighten it by heating it and beating it rather gently. I would normally not advise that because it would mean you need to remove the scales and would need to re temper the blade but the fact that your blade bent rather than broke when bent to far suggests that somebody already managed to ruin the temper someway most likely by getting the blade to hot. Talk to a knife maker.

[@commonsensecamper]

Great video! Cannot go wrong with this knife. Thanks for sharing

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Common Sense Camper Thanks, Jeff! You have some good stuff on this knife over at your channel, as well. Thanks for watching and I appreciate the kind words! -Dave

[@cksoutdoorsathilltopacresf1569]

Gotta love the Old Hickory butcher knife! The one I use for bushcraft (because it is the only knife I have) was my Grandfather's knife, and is probably 50 years old, or more! It is a great knife that can take a beating! ~Kitty

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Basic Backyard Bushcraft Thanks for taking the time to watch and leave your great comment, Kitty! I really appreciate it! Yes, these Old Hicks are great knives, and even better when passed down. It's great to hear from you, my friend and I hope we talk again soon! -Dave

[@RalphLedesmaOneMansOpinion]

Nice old knike :D thanks for the sub...Got ya back.Thanks for sharing.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Ralph Ledesma Thank you for the sub, as well! I also thank you for taking the time to watch and comment, Ralph! I look forward to talking with you again soon! -Dave

[@DeEagle]

Very nice review , and explaining the differences of the longer blade and shorter blade knives. Good job my friend.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

De Eagle Thank you, my friend! Very nice to hear from you! I have been wondering how you have been doing! I got some stropping materials and will do a video making a simple DIY strop soon. Thank you, very much for watching and leaving such a nice comment, brother! I look forward to talking with you again soon! -Dave

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Dave, You really handled that Old Hickory we'll, Good Job there, buddy.,,.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you, sir! I love the Old Hickory! -Dave

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Dave. I got the Stromeng KS -9 Leuku as my Old Hickory, I find the Leuku being the predecessor for the Old Hickory. Their very similar in design. The Leuku was used as a One Tool Option by the Saami People, and even weman use them and they start off children with a Leuku at a very young age, But their Leuku's are smaller. Yeah, I got a 3Knife Set. I have the KS-9 it's in Carbon Steel, The KS-5 and the Bhuku STAK ate in Stainless because knives under 7", Stromeng only makes in stainless, They use the 12c27 stainless which is also used in Ice Skates. Pretty good stuff. anyhow, I use my KS-5 for food prep. But it's a good lite camp knife regardless. The Brass is Holy for the Saami People. so yeah, my Stromeng have a Brass Pommel and a Brass band that hokd's the blade pretty good. I could baton with mine since it is a Stick Tang, but obviously well tempered since mine are holding up good. I use them in my Traditional carry. I use them with my G. B. Small Fotest Axe and a Bob's Buck Saw which is my Traditional Set. and I have a friend that made a very nice Leuku out of a 14" Old Hickory Knife. His came out great. But I'm very happy with my Stromeng Leuku. Oh, F. Y. I. the aftermarket Ka-Bar U. S. M. C. Sheaths fit the 7" Old Hickory Butcher Knives.,,.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Excellent setup, as always! -Dave

[@campfiretrickery]

good review i am gonna get one of those old hickory knifes for a bushcraft blade project .

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

campfiretrickery Thank you, brother! They are excellent "project" knives. I did a video a while back where Tom Chitwood sent me a modified Old Hickory Kephart knife that he did! I love it! Nice to hear from you! -Dave

[@Kentucky31Bluegrass]

Swap meets are good places to pick old American carbon steel butcher knives like this on the cheap. I like the new old hickory ok, but many times you can find older butcher knives with a thicker spine and 3 pin handles for 5 to 15 in good condition which I prefer. always enjoy your videos.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, my friend! I appreciate you stopping by! -Dave

[@Brad-OTRT-Webmaster]

Hi Dave. I used a file to round off the sharp edges on the handle. Made a huge difference in comfort. Didn't take long either. Good video.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Sounds like a great technique that worked out well for you, Brad! Thank you for the information and taking the time to stop by, my friend! -Dave

[@joshuahmoran]

Great video Dave, a big knife looks pretty good on you my friend LOL :)

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Joshuah Moran Thanks, brother! It means a lot coming from you, being a big knife master! I appreciate the kind words, my friend! I look forward to talking with you again soon! -Dave

[@davidglazener7921]

I bought an "antique" one at a yardsale for $1.50!! It is so old and used the imprint lines across the length of the blade (on a new one) are almost invisible! Yet it still has a 90° spine and I can get it super sharp. I put a large ranger band on the whole handle. It gives a much better grip and reinforces the "supposedly" weak rivets. Great channel by the way!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your awesome comment, David! Sounds like you got an outstanding deal and I am happy to hear that it's working out well for you! Ranger band is an excellent idea! -Dave

[@woodscrafter1971]

Great video, I do love this knife. I don't know how they do it so inexpensively but sure wish more American companies would. Anyway, thanks for the video. The patina on your blade looks fantastic!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you for the kind words, Rick! I agree about this knife and its price! I believe I used a simple mustard patina for this one! Thank you for taking the time to stop by and leave your awesome comment! -Dave

[@live4wild968]

Nice blade on a budget. Thanks

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

***** Its not bad at all, my friend! There are better 7+ inch blades but for the price, you cannot go wrong with this one. Thanks for watching! I appreciate it and it's great to hear from you, brother! -Dave

[@mt_baldwin]

My favorite line of fixed blades, great knives to do knife work. The one I use the most is this knifes lesser known big brother the 8" slicing knife, same blade stock and handle just a different profile, based on a frontier era english trade knife style, I just find it more aesthetically pleasing and equally useful. I'm not nice to these knives and have never had any problems with the blades or with the grips coming loose, even using the 14" butcher knife as a machete to cleave through 2" frozen hardwood repeatedly and batoning it, they are tough enough and will break only if that's your intention, which is true of any knife.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you for watching and leaving your awesome comment, my friend! I agree, the old hick 8" slicing knife is very aesthetically pleasing and sounds like a joy to use! I haven't heard of anyone ever having any problems with the grips or handles. You are exactly right, they are tough enough and excellent knives! -Dave

[@masonbaylorbears]

Just re-handle it, you dont need to buy another if the scales come loose.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Mason Lantz That is true, however, the knife itself is very inexpensive and it wouldn't hurt to have another one around. Although there has been not problem with this knife, at all! It's outstanding! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave your comment, my friend! -Dave

[@masonbaylorbears]

Thank you for putting the video up it was great to watch! i have one on the way to ace hardware now so i can start using it. you never know i might buy another couple for different get home bags. I also want to try the kephart mod to it.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Mason Lantz Excellent, my friend! You are going to love it! -Dave

[@OutandAboutWest]

Good video, as always. Would slightly reshaping the handle to get rid of the hot spot be an option? Keep up the good work! -Bas

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Out and About West Thanks for the kind words! Nice to hear from you! Some work on the handle could definitely be an option but it really isn't too bad. I appreciate you stopping by, my friend! -Dave

[@davidleasure9138]

the handle is held on with compression rivets. When they come apart and they will save the pieces and epoxy everything back together and it will not come apart again. Those are good knives are a good bang for the money. There are several mods you can do with them. I made a Kephart clone with one of them.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you for the info, david! So far, years later, no signs of weakness, my friend! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by! -Dave

[@OGFreedom1776]

First thing I do with old Hickory knives is pop off the scales and put some epoxy on it

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Very nice! Thank you for taking the time to stop by, my friend! -Dave

[@WildGingerBruce]

wow I have one of these knives, it was only £9,99 form amazon delivered to the uk . But its just been sat in a draw, mainly down to the fact it hasn't got a sheath ...but now i know there is one I will be using it a lot more for game prep etc atb Bruce

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Ginger Bruce Hey, Bruce, how is everything going, my friend? Great to hear from you! I was also thinking of going without the sheath, initially, but I knew I would not use a knife without a sheath, so it would have sat without a sheath. Amazon also has a KA-BAR sheath that fits this knife perfectly, but I wanted a thicker leather sheath so I got this package from thepathfinderstore.com. Having a nice fitting sheath is half the fun, brother! I look forward to talking with you again soon! -Dave

[@WildGingerBruce]

HighCarbonSteel Love Thanks for the heads up , Ill go look now

[@WildernessWarriors1]

I like it. thanks for sharing.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Wilderness Warriors Thank you, my friend! It really is a great knife. I appreciate you watching! I look forward to talking with you again soon! -Dave

[@dutchknivesandtools7358]

Pretty cool knife !! And performed pretty good !!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Dutch Knives and tools Thank you for watching! Nice to hear from you and look forward to talking with you again soon! -Dave

[@ssrknivesandguns8741]

HA HA!!

[@watermain48]

Another nice video, thanks for sharing it.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Thank you, Bill! This was my initial video on the knife and it has been awesome ever since! Thank you for watching and leaving your very nice comment, my friend! -Dave

[@survivorjohnny44]

This takes me back to the 70s. I bought one of these from Kroger with grass cutting money and it did everything I wanted. Great memories and video brother

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

John Tewelow Thanks, my friend! Great to hear from you! How's the job? Everything going well? I really appreciate the view and comment and glad I could bring back some memories for you, my brother! Talk with you again soon! -Dave

[@ssrknivesandguns8741]

NICE! WHERES THE CROW!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Sean Roberts Thanks, Sean! It was in the video, didnt you see it? It actually becomes more clear and easier to see after watching the video about 4 times. After the 5th view, it starts to do tricks..lol! Thanks for watching, my friend! Nice to hear from you! -Dave

[@maplehouseknives]

May I ask what you paid for this knife with sheath and ferro? Thanks in advance!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

I believe I paid about $25, if I remember correctly, from the pathfinder store. Thank you for stopping by! -Dave

[@maplehouseknives]

25 bucks? Can't complain about that price! Thanks for sharing!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Maplehouse Knives and Bushcraft You are exactly right, my friend! Nice talking with you! -Dave

[@karlatiller-barclay1965]

wonderful looked fun. have a great day Karla

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Karla Tiller-Barclay Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment! I really appreciate it! Its nice to hear from you. I wish you a great day, as well! -Dave

[@karlatiller-barclay1965]

Your welcome. I love the woods live in them here in Oregon. Karla

[@MattSalgeKNIFEJUNKIE13]

Great vid my friend Jeff sent me over and I modified mine to a drop point and I have the big one more machete size

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

KNIFEJUNKIE 13 Thanks for taking the time to watch, brother! I appreciate the kind words! Jeff is a great guy with an outstanding channel! The modified drop point sounds cool. I have seen Ontario's bigger butcher knives, too. I am not much of a large blade user, but I do love this old hickory. I am much more of a Morakniv guy, myself. Thanks, again, my friend and it's great to have you here! -Dave

[@MattSalgeKNIFEJUNKIE13]

Anytime and that he is Jeff has a great channel and a great personality I'll make a update vid on my old hickories so u can check it out when u have some free time

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

KNIFEJUNKIE 13 I would love to see your old hickory's, my friend! I look forward to it! -Dave

[@MattSalgeKNIFEJUNKIE13]

U got it have a good one brother !

[@adamalford1167]

$10 on amazon and another $10 for a Kabar sheath for it.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Adam Alford Nice deal! I went through the pathfinder store because I wanted a bit heavier of a leather sheath with the ferro rod & holder included. Thank you for watching! -Dave

[@adamalford1167]

HighCarbonSteel Love Yeah I got mine in last night and it is a good sheath. Ill have to buy a firestarter at harbor freight though

[@mykmichaud]

+Adam Alford You might want to study up on that harbor freight magnesium, I saw a vid where it was junk.

[@adamalford1167]

Spike Sherman Have you tried it?

[@mykmichaud]

Adam Alford A vid I saw on KZbin showed that the cheap magnesium in the HF product had trouble lighting. Look for it on KZbin vs. others.

[@saradreaming]

Another very nice video. Your sound and video quality are very good. With out that mike, It sounds like it would have been a marginal day for recording. I liked your review and demo of the knife even though, In my humble opinion, I still think it's a "bottom drawer butcher knife.." :-D I agree it's a very good price for a carbon steel knife. And yes, it throws wonderful sparks.. I just think its too long to be a practical wood carver, and too thin to be a practical wood splitter on a regular basis. If I'm going to have a longer blade like that, I would prefer something with more mass. It gets by just fine in a pinch but so will most kitchen knives.. :-) That being said. I find it much more interesting watching someone skillfully handle a knife like this, like you just did, as opposed to someone wielding some $300 super blade..

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

saradreaming Thanks for the kind words, Sara! I appreciate hearing from you! Thanks for the compliment on the sound & quality. I learned from my early videos and in order to film in all conditions, a mic is absolutely necessary. I am not really a "big" knife fan, myself, but I have friends that swear by this knife so I needed to see what the hype was about. Its not tremendous at one thing (except throwing sparks!), but very functional at several things. A thicker knife would be much for comfortable to baton with and smaller blades excel at carving but this one can do a little of both. This wont replace my Moras but it will be fun to take into the woods and play around with. Thank you, very much, for taking the time to watch and comment! -Dave

[@peternorthrup6274]

Pure 100% junk. But it works. I've had mine for years. Everyone should have 1.

[@kevinsluder3711]

great review.

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

+Kevin Sluder Thank you for watching, Kevin! I appreciate the kind words, my friend! -Dave

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Dave, Shades of Baucus. Everytime I see a Ole Hickory Modification it reminds me of my Stromeng KS-9 Leuku. Suprisingly it's a pretty strong knife even though it has a StickTang. So they must of Tempered it right. Infact Lars Munson Crossed Canada using his Stromeng KS-9 Leuku as his Belt Knife. Yeah I like it. But for our type of wood, I really like my Bark River Golok in A2 with Ghost Green Jade g-10 handle. Infact I have a 4Knife Set of Bark Rivers, My Woodland Special which I use as my Neck Knife, My Bravo 1 which I also have (2) in 3V also, I love that knife. My Bravo 2 and the Golok, all in A2 with Ghost Green Jade g-10 handles. A choose and pick.,,. p

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Sounds great! Thank you for watching! -Dave