Top Belt Knives Under $100

[@mistersmith3986]

And the winner for under $100.00 is: Terava Jääkäripuukko 110 & 140 BAM!

[@maaflyaa8571]

You are damn right :D.... Nothing can beat that beast!

[@danroxas9846]

Totally agree on this!

[@mattkandel2449]

I got the 140 and wish I had gotten the 110... The extra length feels unnecessary. I'll have to get the 110 to complete the collection.

[@danroxas9846]

Matt Kandel I got the 110. I have some knives that I get to use every now and then but somehow I always end up with the terava. It is just an awesome knife. My son is starting to like it, so I might just order the 140. We’ll see... or I might try the real steel gardarik...

[@mattkandel2449]

@@danroxas9846- Honestly it's so similar to the 110 that I don't think it's worth it. Would be more fun to experience different knives from some different companies. Real Steel, Steel Will, Kizlyar Supreme. My Kizlyar Supreme Urban in niolox is one of my favorite edc knives.

[@youtubevoice1050]

One thing to mention on the Garberg's thickness (0.13" or 3.2 mm) is that due to the low scandi grind 2/3 of the blade stock remain untouched and intact, thus making it just as tough as some thicker knives with flat grinds or high saber grinds.

[@jamesaritchie1]

That doesn't even make sense. Even if it did, stainless is a horrible choice for any knife you're taking into the wilderness, and Mora carbon steel is third rate, at best. Even Mora stainless isn't very good steel, but Mora carbon is pretty bad. There is no other carbon steel that chips as easily, or that is as easy to chip along the edge apex. I've even seen sizable chunks blown out of a Mora spine with a ferro rod.

[@brianf9619]

For me , CS Master Hunter's . I own both , the 3V and SanMai. The SanMai version is 3/16" all the way to the tip and it has a full flat convex grind with basically a secondary bevel , it's kind of Bravo 1 esk, imo, you should really try one they are $75.00 on Amazon right now and the SW 3v model is $99.00 , great deals . Also the SanMai is easier to sharpen than the VG1steel alone , they must do a different heat treat , because it also has incredible torxtional capabilities , you can pry the crap out of this knife with no problems, watch the CS videos , it's all true .

[@csh6220]

I like the fact that different grinds (scandi, saber, ffg) were represented. I was surprised that the Gerber is about $100 with S30V steel, and it has no serrations! The sheath looked nice as well.

[@jamesaritchie1]

I'm surprised anyone would pay more than fifty bucks for any version of any Gerber. S30V, my left hind leg. That knife is junk, and the steel is worthless.

[@cdhrtsc]

You should try out a Terava Jakaaripuukko and give it a review. I have one and its a great carbon steel knife. They have a great leather sheath for it too all for about $60, or just the knife for about $30. Great for those on a budget. I think it beats the Garberg.

[@mh-ey4wf]

Jaakaripuukko 140 stainless is 70 euros atm..

[@ironfae]

Kinda surprised there aren’t any Schrades or Ka Bar Beckers on this list.

[@Mr_Santo5]

I own a Gerber Gator Premium that's been heavily used and just picked up another with the gut hook. In case you don't know the gut hook version has a little longer blade length. Love these knives.

[@dougotuber]

I want to thank you for all your videos, finally chose my first knife for camping/hiking/bushcraft. The Mora Garberg! I’ll also carrying a hatchet with me too. Just starting out and your vids have been great👍

[@basednorsegael1089]

What hatchet are you thinking?

[@islandpainter3964]

Stole his 5 year old niece sunglasses

[@gideonstactical]

Derek Davies and she isn’t getting them back

[@mknoxjackson]

Plus he moves his face up into the camera and growls. What a real outdoor survivalist , what a real man. Just look at that iron-fisted grip he maintains on that knife....I'm impressed....

[@michaelphillippi4676]

Derek Davies She gave the glasses to him because her second grade friends told her they looked lame.

[@ccmogs5757]

He had to steal them , he spent his last $100 on a knife :)

[@charlescollier7217]

I got the Steel Will Argonaut because of your original video on it, and I've never had a moment's regret. When I'm on the trail, even if I'm belt carrying another knife, either the Argonaut or the Strongarm is in/on my pack as backup. They both just do anything that's needed, and are ideal for maintenance in my high-humidity, coastal environment.

[@davidaltemeyer4501]

Hey how about the cold steel SRK I've carried one for years and love it! It might be a little big for this list? But I paid $72 for mine I have been carrying it ever since! Thanks for another great video!

[@PerceptionVsReality333]

The one I've had my eyes on is Ka-Bar's Jarosz Globetrotter. I'm surprised you didn't mention that one.

[@gideonstactical]

Uncommon Guest too small to fit in the lists size

[@4everStrong1]

I love these cold steel master hunters so much that I have bought 6 of them

[@bilakos1987]

Joker knives would fit into this list quite nicely. That Campero man, so sweet. And the Trampero is also extremely comfortable with a wicked scandi. Hmmm, those Gators are looking better and better. I might have to look around for one. I appreciate a nice, comfortable handle.

[@maysdogus]

Nice deal on the Garberg right now at $55/56 for the two different satin versions.

[@PerceptionVsReality333]

What website?

[@maysdogus]

@@PerceptionVsReality333 amazon, just use the link in the description.

[@PerceptionVsReality333]

@@maysdogus Thanks, I just ordered it, the regular Sandvik model w/ leather sheath.

[@charlespangilinan6351]

Compact self-defense fixed blades under $100 vid please lol

[@boscokid9524]

Great choices. An alternative to the Garberg would be the Bushcraft Black. I can't recall if that was on your under $50 list.

[@gideonstactical]

Doug Lloyd I would take the kansbol

[@jc433j5]

Right now the garberg stainless with the leather sheath is under 60$ on amazon

[@kennywheelus6857]

Hey Aaron, I think I've found the best budget friendly knife for bushcraft under 100.00,seen it on prepared mind101,it's jaarkariipukko110 knife,awesome steel, full tang an thick spine an it's has a big brother th 140,the 110 is around 65.00 an that's if you get the leather sheaths with it from Sweden, 9.00shipping an handling, ty though I'd let you know unless you've already reviewed it.

[@jtuck5366]

I have two of the five. Esee stays in the jeep and the garberg stays in my bug out bag. Edit cause spelling is hard.

[@Atheistbatman]

Blue Alpha is the best and cheapest... $45 and stiff as hell for over 5 years...washing and drying it too. I have 5 of their belts

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

I'm a huge Cold Steel fan, but i need to get one of those Esse knifes. Awesome episode Aaron and keep up the great content Sir.

[@bp-hx9ts]

Jerry Johnson II I wouldn’t get an esee but to each there own

[@pauljohnston9446]

ESEE JG5 $114-$130 nessmuk style fixed blade ... 1095 steel ... shines @ food prep , skinning , & light camp chores

[@Mike-ul1xn]

i really hope this video acknowledges those crazy shades before the end.

[@hervue85]

Them shades are really annoying to me, especially the ones with the line green frame. Smh... Good contents nontheless.

[@brianmccann666]

#1 Cold Steel Bushman $20-$25 #2 BK5 $65-$90 #3 Tops Backpacker Bowie $95-$110 #4 OKC Rtak2 $85-$95 #5 BK9 $80-$90

[@squirrelsurvival]

Nice lineup! I like all of these, only own 3 Mora's but my dad has the Gator and swears by it, had it all through the military and it's still in decent shape.

[@bosse641]

The Esee 6 seems to be a very good all-round camp knife. So want one.

[@yorkshireboy9801]

I bought an Enzo Trapper 115 full flat grind in 12c27 for £88, couldn't be happier.

[@Sherrodja]

All the knives shown are good knives. I would've liked to have seen the Kizer Little River Bowie among them. Great knife for edc, camp,hiking,hunting and can do bushcraft if need be. I'm really enjoying the one I have.

[@obliviontactical9183]

Nice choices. Just can’t seem to like the Gator though. Just think it’s fugly.

[@gideonstactical]

oblivion tactical no way it’s beautiful lol

[@RazelVideo]

My favorite fixed belt knife is the TOPS C.U.T 4.0 for $110-120.

[@MrFomhor]

You might want to try the Ruike F118 Jager. ;)

[@mikewyd53]

Give me a DH Russell original belt knife from Grohmans in Canada. Top quality, and unique and very useful design. $85 USD.

[@glbwoodsbum2567]

I've often wondered about that knife. Maybe someday I'll buy it. Very unique design.

[@Mr_Santo5]

Excellent choice knife. Cold Steel even copied a version of that knife.

[@amo757]

Excellent video, but you missed a good one. Check out the Hess Outdoorsman.

[@mattbrennan8088]

I was just looking at the steel will knife last week thinking about trying one out- and happen to find you did a review on it!

[@davidtate166]

2 years later on this one.i carry basic mora spark mora garberg carbon.and Black.

[@guillermomelendez7950]

Little detail you left out from this video, being about belt knifes; how they carry on the belt and how practical the sheats are. JMHO Great video anyways.

[@shonuffisthemaster]

good list for the most part! gerber gator, why would you have a finger choil on a 4" knife..... those esee's are a very nice design but too soft to take or hold a good edge, ive been somewhat dissapointed with mine in that regard

[@genoburgess6817]

I'd just buy a strong arm and call it a day

[@artthemouse2795]

It used to be only $100 when I bought mine 3 years ago (now it's $140?).... but the Tops/Buck CSAR-T fixed blade w/ 154CM steel, Rocky mountain tread grips and a slightly under 5" blade IS the best fixed blade. Oh... and Gerber instantly eliminated 12-13% of the population with their right hand only sheath. Not too smart... lefties do a lot of outdoors stuff. I do.

[@errolhook3975]

Art the Mouse carry it in reverse. A right handed guy carries on the left a lot. If carrying a side arm I use a crass draw or weak hand carry. No big deal.

[@82DannyB]

Steel Will Argonaut is a great knife...my question is why didn’t you consider one of the mini Druids by steel will for belt knife or the schrade schf 55 or 56 LM or even 59?

[@semco72057]

Those are all good looking knives and any one of them would be great to have, but I would probably get the Gerber since I am one of their best customers, and because I trust their quality.

[@stevenmills8269]

How does Cudeman come in to play?

[@AMERICANPRIDE1100]

Jeff white bush or bush 2 60-80$ best knife hands down

[@jayballard9944]

Wow...great video!! I love all of those knives. The hardest part is trying to figure out which one to get next!!

[@HoppyinthePNW]

Another great video! Thanks a bunch didn’t know about the cold steel or mora version you showed. Still love the fixed gator

[@DeadCanto]

I agree with the field knives choices but if you pick a tactical knife for that price, go with the cs recon tanto

[@gideonstactical]

DeadCanto own it, and the SW trumps it in handle ergos for me.

[@TheSunday29]

yes, i love gerber too

[@johndinneen1222]

Can you please give a little more information on that Esee 4 sheath and the extra backing you mentioned? Where would I find that?

[@davealbertsen9387]

I really prefer the non-reflective blades; more easily concealed even when drawn.

[@jamesaritchie1]

Well, any carbon steel will take a patina, and stainless is a horrible choice for wilderness use, so that shouldn't be a problem, if you buy quality knives. But who are you trying to conceal the knife from? Real life isn't a Rambo movie, and no one is going to care one way or the other whether they can see your knife.

[@jb4950]

So have a itch to buy another knife now lol decisions decisions tks for another great brief review!

[@CHEPE219]

Maybe for a future video check out the VZ grips daggers

[@convex7456]

The 3v cold steel for the win. Though after years that handle might sketch out

[@michaelpetridis4126]

Someday i would like to see some other knives and not only Gerbers, Cold Steels or Moras (exp Enzo etc)

[@sski1971]

The Garberg is interesting. I own the SS version & its marketed as a survival knife. Like GT said it excels as a bushcraft knife. For this reason I personally can’t say it’s worth the 100 dollar price point, I wouldn’t of put it on this list, it’s to expensive for what you get. You can buy a different Mora that does the same for a 1/3rd of the price. IMO

[@youtubevoice1050]

Now you can get it for nearly half that price, though, as other commenters mentioned. I'm not sure it's marketed as a survival knife, just as Mora's toughest knife. It's definitely a bushcraft knife, but with the ruggedness suited for hard use.

[@sski1971]

KZbinVoice just saw that. 55 dollars on Amazon is a good deal.

[@matthewshannon6946]

What is your personal procedure for removing that type of surface rust on the ESSE ??

[@slickydicky]

Pks scorpion with curly maple handle and its sheath

[@paulschambach8273]

Personaly I prefere a rounded knife back close at the handle. Ir's much more comfortable for carving

[@BigGuyJacking]

2:24 for start

[@janvandenbos7085]

Very Nice revieuw again Arron

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

Nice knives for the price. Thanks for sharing.

[@jamesaritchie1]

No, not great "for the price". There is no such thing. Either a knife is great, or it isn't. And any knife over about a hundred bucks is overpriced because a cheaper knife can do everything it does, and often more.

[@osbornoutdoors8778]

If you were picking one and preferably USA made for a hunting knife which one would you go with?

[@gideonstactical]

Osborn Outdoors Gerber gator

[@wayneprice2737]

Aaron got a touch of the Elton John's.

[@DGOutdoorLife]

Nice man. I really like my Mora Garberg in stainless it's a great bushcrafter and a fantastic 90 degree spine.

[@jamesaritchie1]

Stainless is a very poor choice for any wilderness knife. It can make the difference between life and death.

[@mikey13b]

@@jamesaritchie1 why is that?

[@vincentpicard6619]

My favorite channel

[@ctford27]

I cant follow along for those shades

[@Robin6512]

You should try these if not done yet: Terävä Jääkäripuukko 140 . Google them

[@ThePaultap]

Every thing about these knives seems to be "great", "amazing", fantastic" "awesome", " mind blowing" etc, words that are banded about far too easily in my opinion in our days.... makes me wonder just how valid these reviews actually are when you bombard practically everything with complements.

[@davidwolicki3684]

I ASKED FOR THIS VID!

[@tonchecker]

Hey there, I am missing some great European made knives in your reviews. Would like to see a review on the JEO-TEC Nº21 to throw a Spanish knife in the round. Have one my self. Great steel, nice grind, good sheeth with some great addons. Very good price for what you get. Boy does this grind eat it self into wood! Check it out! Cheers.

[@johnweiser170]

HOW COULD YOU FORGET THE Ontario Black Bird SK5 😭. Have a great weekend, and farther god keep you and your family safe in this treatable time that we live in.

[@bp-hx9ts]

john weiser the sk5 is kinda meh

[@billyhooks99]

Is it impractical to carry a good kitchen paring knife in your kitchen/cook kit for food prep so you are not dependent on 1 knife for everything.

[@landonblazer3417]

No, it's a great idea for camping

[@xDEMONIZEDx]

Are your blades just covered in rust?

[@KISH351]

Are wearing a G-Shock 5600?. I carry my Puukko knife in my tough sheath

[@lavioyantoos7390]

If I may ask your personal opinion on the one knife that I have on in you used for now over 38 years it is ready for replacement I would like to keep the same knife but I am looking at other possibilities my personal life is a Buck 110 it has been my favorite knife for over 38 years what is your opinion on it if you don't mind

[@glbwoodsbum2567]

Buck 110 is a very proven knife. Nothing wrong with that knife at all!!!

[@m.myrick7086]

did you consider the Cold Steel SRK knife? Several steels available.

[@gideonstactical]

M. Myrick yep. Like my argonaut more

[@TimAZ]

great video! lose the green shades.

[@thenorthernwoodsman3455]

ESEE 4HM. Belt knife perfection.

[@blahizo3915]

I suggest doing 10 over $100 cuz then you get I to some great knives like bark river and other american made knives

[@daryooshfatemi]

I just checked master hunter at coldsteel web page, it is $200 in 3v and $170 in sanmai.

[@MustHaveJustice]

Master Hunter or OKC Cerberus for small fixed blade camp knife ?

[@gideonstactical]

CS MH

[@MustHaveJustice]

gideonstactical thanks for getting back!

[@Sugardaddy501]

Cool idea but I would rather just a folding buck knife. Still watching out of respect though.

[@esoteric5277]

I'd like to see a viddy about your views on tactical specs👊😎

[@cappierising1774]

not sure why but before this video started, there was an ad about a birth control product called annovera. some ring you stuff in the vag. I'm a dude and I've been single for years. LOL

[@edwardosanchez4748]

Wait a minute did you say that. Knifes bolster had a bolster on it? I'm sorry you said that bolster had a really nice bolster on it hahaha.. Yeah nice bolster

[@gideonstactical]

Edwardo Sanchez ya bro the bolsters bolster is best friends with its bolster lol hahah

[@zacharychambliss6346]

My shtf work knife is the buck 119 who agrees?

[@darthblade2016]

Great video, always love the concept videos! God bless!

[@Adam666...]

Esee laser strike ...115$.... phenomenal

[@codynevins9013]

The Argonaut is no longer available.

[@sski1971]

GT where are you finding the Esee with the Kydex?

[@gideonstactical]

Boweimer 1 check out the amazon links when you click the the Esee description and some will have leather and some will have kydex.

[@sski1971]

gideonstactical thank you sir

[@gregkis]

Those green shades, what are they??

[@dansmith7465]

Trash.

[@gideonstactical]

SeagullG awesome knockaround glasses. Check out the link in the description. Friends and family are rocking different styles and love them.

[@chriss.9398]

I don't understand why you want a huge chopper knife in a survival situation? Essentially you get a jack of all trades and master of none situation. You get a large heavy knife that is very poor for fine details/food prep and doesn't chop as good as a hatchet or axe. In a survival situation you would be exuding more energy/calories trying to chop wood with the thing than a regular or even small axe/hatchet. I guess if you can only take one tool then maybe but you wouldn't survive very long with the one tool. IMO bring a smaller, lighter, yet strong blade and a hatchet. Survival suddenly got a million times easier.

[@mastermastromastello]

The only thing I can not understand of this video are that pair of eyeglass

[@merlynquasar6214]

Maybe do a under 300 dollar fixed blade video next

[@gideonstactical]

Merlyn Quasar I have $150/$200/$300 videos planned out over the next several months.

[@merlynquasar6214]

@@gideonstactical sweet

[@arrisdebruin]

Esee 4 all the way.

[@Catastrophic-hk3mh]

no Buck 119?

[@LegionTacticoolCutlery]

cold steel ad steel will fixed blades!!!!

[@AlexanderBushcraft]

no buck knifes under 100?) nice video anyway

[@idongedher2427]

Why’s it called gideons and not Aaron’s tactical

[@coreyroddy40]

You should put them sunglasses on eBay

[@josh4154]

Awesome video as usual! You've never let me down with your recommendations. Thank you