Underwhelmed: Fallkniven F1 Survival Knife

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[@highplains7777]

"Fantastic blade performance from handle to tip," but he doesn't like the handle. There, I saved you 19 minutes.

[@fabianbecker6242]

If you look closely you will see that he means the blade itself and not the handle. He indicates it with his fingers which he moves from the end of the handle to the end of the blade. There, I saved you from a wrong comment.

[@justincase4382]

Thanks and I’m out

[@Mat-kr1nf]

@@fabianbecker6242 4:45 The blade portion of this knife guys is really mind blowing! Watch the video again Einstein!!🤣😂 Dick Tracy was perfectly correct.🧐

[@GoogleUser-es5td]

@@fabianbecker6242 "Blade awesome, handle eh..." 5:57

[@seanb6986]

There isn’t much that’s not good about this knife, considering that the completely usable handle is the only bad thing that you found about it. You just proved to me that this is a great knife!

[@markushofer4874]

I use the S1 for 10 years now, still my most used one. You will like it.

[@Levidanielz]

The S1 rocks.

[@steved573]

Man I love going back and watching these older vids, Aaron. Damn we are OLD, Brother! God Bless!

[@dpc7630]

Your wrong the sheath is great, I love it, doesn't hold water, it's easy to get in and out, has a small foot print and it's super light.

[@zantigar]

This reviewer is full of it - I'm with you, man, I LOVE the sheath it comes with. It's EXCELLENT!

[@tommysoderholm8305]

Two things: 1: the F1 and most Fällkniven knives come with small and thin handles compared to most other knives. Gideons pet peeves with the handle seems to be mostly because his hands are too big for the handle. Unfortunately Gideon does'nt seem to realise this and admit that people with smaller hands would appreciate it. 2: Gideon does not understand the use of the Zytel sheath and therefor he can't properly review it. What boggles is how he has'nt even tried the leather sheath but is still able to rate it. The Zytel sheath, and most fällkniven knives, is designed for arctic climates. The space of rattle allows for the knife to actually freeze, if wet, inside the sheath and the user would still be able to draw it. When moving from heat to cold condensation can build up on the blade. This condensation later freezes in the cold environment and if the blade is in a kydex sheath you would be hard pressed to get it out. I carried Fällkniven model G1, S1 and PRK with the Zytel in boot camp and during deployment and they never failed. During basic training in the most northern regiment in the world i saw weapons freeze over due to condensation and poor maintenance. The knife F1 and sheath are compatible with the toughest climate of survival, namely, arctic. As for the fingerguard I agree with Gideon, on the other hand, many mora knives lack it and they still sell. I'd prefer to have it bigger though.

[@live2hunt388]

For him, the Zytel sheath sucks. Because in comparison to the leather option, it does. And FYI, he didn't "rate" the leather sheath.

[@tommysoderholm8305]

+LIVE2HUNT Is not! He did too (well technically he did)! At 13:17 he rates package value and gives knife with leather sheath a 4/5 without having tested the leather sheath. Also the leather option is not better than the zytel (personal opinion).

[@live2hunt388]

+Tommy Holm Must have missed that. To each his own i guess.

[@LiquidBlackWolf]

Cold weather knife made to work whit big winter/pilot gloves. Small slim design for easy carry on a flight suit. Not 100% tight sheath designed for sub zero temperatures so that the blade don't freeze in place. But can be drawn at all times. And with proper paracord and at a good length it makes a loop that acts as a secure grip even whit big gloves or freezing fingers.

[@gideonstactical]

I understand that, so if I am a pilot in Scandinavia, great knife, for the all the rest of us not so much.

[@jakw97]

This knife works for anyone, for anything. Its fan fuxking tastic.

[@mastershooter1533]

I own this knife and I love it. I use it for camping in the Mojave desert and I bought it because its small and light. I think you were looking for a knife for a bigger task that this knife was not designed for. Mine has the leather sheath that is Galco quality. I also own the Fallkniven S-1 you might like that better, its a little bigger but not as big as the A-1. I hate to carry extra weight especially if its 115-120 degrees.

[@kinghenry056]

Great video and honest assessment. I have the F1 and overall It is one of my favorite knives. One of the key things in buying a knife that people really need to look into is ergonomics. Often it is one of the finer points that get overlooked.

[@waldschnepfe9673]

Regarding the knife: With this kind of slip-proof handle you don't need a bigger finger guard. If your hands are to big you have to choose another knife, but this is the same as if you would buy a small bicycle and you are 7 feet high. So please compare apples and apples...

[@skillmaster2255]

I love my Falkniven and never go camping without it, but thanks for the review...always respect your point of view.

[@MIIIB]

I had the Sk2 Embla. It's the F1 pro blade witth the wood handle. EXCELLENT 👌🏻 knife. Companion the A1XB . Heavy beast

[@outbackeddie]

I have this knife and I like it. The VG-10 steel is the main reason I bought it. I do a lot of backcountry rafting and fishing, and in those environments, stainless steel is a must. It's also an excellent knife for camp chores (especially cooking). I wouldn't baton with it or do certain other things but for my purposes, it's an excellent choice.

[@Malok03]

If you don't like the sheath, Jaktkit have an amazing kydex sheat for the F1.

[@Invading-Specious]

from SWEDEN, Fällkniven. 🥰

[@COWBOYJDUB]

I loved the blade on this knife as well. I kept it for years trying to ignore the hotspots in the handle. Eventually I realized I was more in love with the idea of it than the knife itself. I found the same for the S1. I eventually sold it as well due to hotspots in the handle because it was too small. I have played with both the A1 and A2 and found the handle far better. But in that bigger size range there are better buys.

[@gideonstactical]

Right on!

[@bradwjensen]

Get yourself an A1. Longer, thicker handle with the lanyard hole further back, and it has a bigger finger guard. The handle on mine also feels more tacky than the F1s I have. I LOVE the A1. The F1 fits me decently too, and I love it as well, but the A1 is amazing.

[@gideonstactical]

Brad Jensen I will have to do that!

[@bubbamaxx7969]

I think I would like this knife as well. I don't have meat hooks for hands so it would probably fit me fine. Let me know how to purchase it, I'm interested for sure. Thanks for the review.

[@Chrish-wz3oy]

+Bubba Maxx www.bladehq.com/?search=fallkniven+f1

[@markbreidenbaugh6033]

If you want to try more convex grinds you need to try some Bark River Knife and Tool knives. They are worth every penny, I have two and love them. I have the Aurora and the Bravo 2 both in A-2 tool steel, but I think if you look at their line up just find one you like the look of and go for it I do not think you will be disappointed.

[@gosutuan]

You are totally correct on this one. There is no perfect knife for every type of situation, but each person must choose the knife that fits the tasks and also the environment that he is in. Lastly, the knife must also be with him in those situations and times that he needs it most.

[@kderules]

Strangely I quite like the sheath. You're totally right about the lanyard hole.

[@TKDLION]

I am glad that I got the leather sheath for my S1. Most people seem to like the handle and the sheath. After the SRK, Fallkniven handles are a little disappointing.

[@BatColonyEvictor]

Greatly appreciate the honest review. I was looking hard at this knife, but it doesn't appear that the handle is going to work for me either. XL glove wearer and I definitely appreciate a lanyard. I'll look elsewhere.

[@ReasonAboveEverything]

I was just handling the one I purchased 7 years ago. It's nice, it's slim but somehow it feels like the blade is too robust for the handle. It never really saw any use because of the handle. I have been contemplating trading it but it's just such a compact and nice design I won't do it. It's so close to a superb design and yet so far. If you have large hands don't buy it.

[@micheletennis87]

Hello, I'm thinking of taking this knife, is it you, is it one of the best survival knives on the market today? How much do you use it? I've read that some users claim that glue under the handle after a glossy glue under the mitts started to get out of the top of the handle, did you ever have anything like that? Thanks Michele

[@BrayonBushcraft]

I agree completely not a fan of the handle or sheath either, I also got rid of it but also love the cold steel master hunter its a great knife, sheath and the cpm 3v is so nice.

[@Frd4Lf]

Isnt a srk much cheaper and the same knife?

[@harrisquicksilver6595]

Dude i love it, did i hear a low "tsss" at 5:15 ?? I hope it was cause it seemed without saying an actual word, u managed to let everyone know , "damn this is a bad m*f* and its eating up this wood like a great white on some whale blubber". If that wasnt what happened, sorry ....if it was, u rock bro!!

[@knivenkniven3848]

The sheath is supose to pe cheap, functional, slim, basic and indestructebal. Zytel is very durebale and wont change chape in hot temperatures as kydex can. Several people i know that have been in Afghanistan complain on kydex. I prefer the a1 or a2 the have the better handels with bigger gard and thicker handle for chopping.

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

Lol, I agree on the handle at first use, but as I used it the more I liked it. the zytel sheath is great. so your opinion and advertisement

[@WOLFMAN2975]

A Man your hands look relatively stout in the video I wear 4xl gloves would the Fallkniven f1 fit my hand ok?. I have a slight hearing entitlement. What size gloves do you wear? Thank you. Tyler : )

[@gideonstactical]

Haha!

[@iyn1911]

Is the cold steel master hunter knife handle better?

[@gideonstactical]

Yes!

[@koalastudios1767]

Have you reviewed the Berber Evo mid-size yet? It's a really cool little pocket knife. You have the options of serrations and if you don't like them you still have more than have the blade length that's not serrated. It also is tanto style. Great deal for 20$

[@ClockCutter]

Convex grinds are the easiest to sharpen in the field. You can do it 2" x 2" inch squares of sand paper and your finger tips, or any flexible and abrasive material, as well as anything that will sharpen any other blade. After a few years of playing around with and working with convex grinds, I'm sold on them for wilderness/utility/survival knives.

[@ImmaculateRap]

I feel the same about that handle, my handle split on day 1 of using the knife.

[@TrueBladeOH]

Gideon, I hate what I call "stick handle" knives, (handles with no contours) and also knives with insufficient finger guards. Like you, I feel that the handle design is as important and the blade. I have large think hands so I like knives that have good contoured handles, prominent finger choils and effective guards. For that reason I would probably have passed on the F1, I also pass on most Helle knives for the same reason, they are excellent quality knives but their handles leave a lot to be desired. The Gill Hibben 2018 small Alaskan pro hunter is an example of the kind of knife I look for. I wish there were still in production.

[@preppingforbeginners1347]

Ya a review should be done in the conditions it was designed for

[@mostafiouqal9591]

What about the price ......who can provide me the real price and if ya guys have any link to allow me to get it online

[@mykhal]

Not bad review, unfortunately the sandwich steel or the "hammer" were not mentioned at all, despite of the video length. Handle ergonomics - I have realized that the grip is much better, at least for my hand, in the "wood scraping" position (rotated 180 degs around the long axis). Btw, it is possible to get the F1 without handle and make a custom one. I'm not sure whether they are no longer offered, or just sold out (www.fallkniven.com/en/shop/category/26/blades).

[@machodeth4822]

lot of blades seem to simply be overpriced in my opinion and this one goes on that list. For around 120$ I can think of a multitude of options, good review as usual Aaron. keep it real

[@Simon-talks]

this is a great knife

[@clapforboobies5892]

Convex grind is easiest with worksharp sharpener since that makes everything convex lol

[@kaiabbe2623]

where do you sell your knives? i may be interested in some

[@gideonstactical]

On my Gideonstactical Facebook page. Like the page and I will put some of my previously reviewed inventor up from time to time.

[@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241]

You need to get yourself into the X series line...

[@Adrian-hk2zw]

On mine the sheath is completely silent

[@wolfman011000]

I started out with the F1 due to all the great reviews and it is not a bad knife, then on a trip with friends one of them let me try her S1 man it felt great to my large glove size hands so after the trip i got my self an S1 and several more since (knifeoholic). Never regreted getting the S1 it is still my goto blade and i have also bought the A1 and A2 now those are in the realm of serious SHTF blades, i have paired my old F1 with the A1 and the S2 with the A2. All the sheaths leather or plastic pretty much suck so you need to factor in the replacement kydex , leather sheaths or cordura sheath into the cost of ownership. One alternative i have to the F1 is the cold steel Master Hunter in San Mai III it is FFG and comes with a good securex sheath, really good knife not many reviews on it especially compared to the F1. I would say the Master hunter is abit of a sleeper. eK7TafoqxKQ gideonstactical review of the Master Hunter in CPM-3v well worth watching like most of hiis videos. Tahnks for all your hard work in producing these videos, take care and God bless

[@newgunguy4176]

It's an EMERGENCY survival knife for PILOTS. It's gonna have some shortcomings.

[@gideonstactical]

Too many shortcomings for my taste.

[@lyman135]

What does that even mean? Because it's design for Pilots it's not going to be good?

[@bluegrasssurvival9423]

Gotta disagree with you here Gideon. IMHO the F1 is an amazing knife, and Id trust it over the Master Hunter any day just for the simple fact that its a much stronger blade due to the vg-10 lamination. While I do like the Master Hunter's extended knife guard that protects the hand, I can live without it. My hands are also rather small so the handle feels fine.

[@paulie4x1]

Here's another $64,000.00 question, Cold Steel Master Hunter in 3V, or the Fallkniven F-1, I have the Master Hunter in the San Mai 3, Ok how about the Master Hunter in San Mai 3 vs. the F-1.

[@gideonstactical]

+paulie 4x Master Hunter still wins in my book.

[@paulie4x1]

gideonstactical Sorry for the late reply, But Thanx You, I just put the Master Hunter in 3V even though I have it in San Mai 3, It's going on my soon list, Again Thanx a Google. ,, .

[@fennec1248]

i have one but for survival i will buy the A1

[@gideonstactical]

+jean-marie Renard the A1 is on the way.

[@paulie4x1]

Although the Fallkniven A-1 is up there in my 6" blade knife stable.

[@torbenbusgaard6971]

Great review of an overrated knife from my brothers in Sweden. If you're getting in to Convex grinds then try checking out the Tops Kukri 7,0 Bushcrafter. It have a great convex blade and is half an axe in one...

[@torbenbusgaard6971]

I already know you're gonna hate the sheat, but this one is olive green... :-)

[@gideonstactical]

I hope to review that at some point.

[@spundj]

Well, if your using it in a survival situation as compared to the safety of terra firma, will you even notice this or that fault ,(annoyances etc) . i really really doubt it.

[@FloFloNL]

Good honest review !! Finaly somebody who can see through the hype.

[@johnrossi4607]

The fact that a Swedish company uses a foreign steel rather than a great Swedish steel bothers me and makes it a no deal. Kinda like the lanyard hole always in the back of your mind. I'm sure the Japanese steel is great...it just bothers me. Its like the great U.S. companies going to China ! I'd rather have well done 440c to be honest.....PAPA DUKES

[@moonrunner8791]

overpriced. want a good convex survival knife? brkt bravo 1. still expensive but you know where your money is going. or just get an esee and call it a day.

[@mikaelnoren8465]

Buy S1!

[@shamitoson]

Yeah, don't listen to him. It's an awesome knife. Much better slicer/wood knife out of the box then the S1. Way way way better bushcraft knife than an esee. All round excellent wood knife/camp companion.

[@stealthbraid765]

F-Ing awesome review. Subbed

[@howardvarley8795]

Rubbish review. Everybodies entitled to their opinion. Yours is Bull ****. PS . Has it occurred to you that the lanyard hole is placed there to make a great hand drill divot!! Think!! Before you jump in to criticise! And the sheath is lightweight, waterproof and frostproof unlike leather and kytel ... your review 1 out of 10.

[@robfromaz1977]

Might be a good knife for women.... Or midgets!!

[@silvanigra]

You're underwhelmed because you tested the knife from a point of view that's totally different from what this knife's purpose is. It was designed as a "pilot survival knife" - it is compact for a reason, it is built of excellent materials, and it never claimed to be anything else. Looking for a "pure buschcraft" knife? Look elsewhere.

[@kevm9724]

great knife you just don't like It,,,, most people will.

[@MovieGuy666]

it's a crap knife

[@carlswahn1080]

The sheath is intentionally made lose and “wobbly “ beacase the in extreme cold snow and ice can freeze in the tighter sheath so the knife is difficult to pull out. This is a Swedish knife and this version of the sheath is specifically made for extreme cold.

[@12345Sui]

Uhm, nope. The knife is as Swedish as my French aunt. They‘re all made in Asia (Japan).

[@KimballPrecision]

@@12345Sui Japanese stuff is arguably better than most of what either the US or Europe makes…

[@12345Sui]

@@KimballPrecision not arguing there. Point is they present themselves as „Swedish“ whereas their items are made in Asia.

[@daniellamberth7877]

@@12345Sui Source Please. They are tested on a University in Sweden, but manufacturing site I haven’t found.

[@polarborealis688]

​@@12345Suiso iphone is Chinese then? Logic?

[@wav3s]

I have enjoyed some of your other reviews but think you are way off on your assessment of the Fallkniven F1 particularly your comments on the zytel sheath. You say that the retention without the button snap is so poor you have to use the snap and it's awkward to do with one hand? However in your review of the Spec Ops Combat master sheath that only has a button snap, you say it's "awesome" about 20 times? So the Fallkniven with a button snap and a retention device is really poor but the Spec Ops with just a button snap is really "awesome"? What's the difference? The spec ops needs the snap done up every time the knife is inserted in the sheath whereas the F1 can be put in the sheath whilst working without having to do up the button. I know which I prefer? The kydex sheath you now have would be totally useless in the environment that the F1's zytel sheath was designed for, one of my favourite features about it is it's slim no catch design which is perfect for carrying in a pocket (as it was designed to). Your kydex one with it's tek-lok is huge and can now only be carried on a belt and would crack up at the first sign of a scandinavian winter. When you select a knife you should take into consideration it's intended / design purpose and whether that makes it suitable for your use. I think you should have done this when giving your review and the fact you didn't makes me think that that your knowledge of knives and knife use isn't as comprehensive as I first thought. I realise people have different opinions but your comparison with the Master Hunter is not objective at all it's just what you prefer and what suits you. I've owned my F1 with zytel sheath for over ten years and none off the faults you mentioned have ever come to mind. In my opinion the F1 hits it's design brief 100% and I think it's "awesome" 10 out of 10.

[@cassanoa]

wav3s your right about the sheath - I like it - it was designed to be workable in a frozen environment where I could build inside and lock the knife in like in a kydex - I have the original - the leather - even a actual leather bush craft sheath and the kydex - dependent on the environment - I choose what I need

[@BF-cz9it]

I have had about 35 high-quality knives from various manufacturers, but so far I haven't found a better knife than the F1. It is my go-to knife for most purposes.

[@Mckeegan_head]

like another viewer said the sheath is loose fitting for a reason, if a knife gets wet then very cold it has the chance of freezing in which is why i wont carry a tight fitting kydex or like kydex sheath in the winter its happens to me on multiple occasions the sun comes out during the day starts to melt the snow everything gets wet and then the sun goes down and it drops to -40 ive had knives kinda freeze and become kinda annoying to take out and also freeze solid to the point where i had to stick the knife in my pants to thaw it out or put it next to a fire its extremely inconvenient

[@2005jes2005]

I just stumbled on this review. Very honest. BUT one must keep in mind the design constraints for this knife as it had to fit into already existing knife pockets of SWAF pilots' suits and not be too heavy, since a fighter ejection seat can peak close to 20G making it 20 times 'heavier' for a painful moment. We wore this on the side of our thigh so the bruise would be substantial if one had to eject...

[@Roadbikerider79]

Surprising review. But this shows how important ergos are. I use large size gloves to and like The F1. To me it feels nimble in the hand. No fancy shapes to get in the way when using different cutting grips. But like you say it can get uncomfortable with prolonged use but this is true for many knives. The hidden tang is nice in cold weather. Wish more knives came with Mora style handles simple durable an comfy. I think the F1 came with a kydex sheath in the past. But it was discontinued when they became brittle and broke in cold weather. If you put on a couple of ranger bands around the sheath where the retention tab is, it works ok. That beeing said i have a custom kydex sheath on mine. But im a sucker for desert tan😁

[@TJackSurvival]

Arguably some of the best bush craft blades on the market. I keep beating on mine. All I do is sharpen it with a strop and Bark River Black Magic. Then I use it again. I've been cleaning them with white ash from my fire and spit. That is essentially lye It leaves the blade polished looking, and even removes pine pitch.

[@strangelyjamesly4078]

This is a forces emergency survival knife designed for use in harsh Nordic/Arctic conditions. It is not a "take to the woods and play Rambo for the weekend" knife. It excels in what it was designed to do, not necessarily for what you want it to do.

[@lyman135]

Strangely Jamesly whatever that means. What would you be doing in the Arctic thats that much different than he's doing there. Cutting apart igloos?

[@TheJerry834]

Strangely Jamesly How to contradict yourself 101

[@realitycheck4296]

He has large size hands? LOL

[@edg3718]

The knife is what it is " a pilot survival knife " and not a camping knife ...

[@flashdamingo]

There's another youtuber that rated the nylon sheath higher than the leather and custom kydex options.....based on performance of wet sheath then frozen. It was pretty convincing....at least for cold climates...esp as the f1 was designed as a pilots survival knife.

[@waldschnepfe9673]

The plastic sheath isn't that bad you said. Frist of all it is 100% water resistant, leather is not. The next benefit is the sheath is really light and small, much better than the leather sheath. The worse snap or loose fit is easy to adjust. Just cut a piece of an old bicycle tube and put it over the notch. This is a easy way to remove this disadvantage. Furthermore the belt loop is big and sturdy. Basically this is maybe an "ugly", but very robust sheath. For me it is a very good supplement for this great knife.

[@dazzpol]

Horses for courses really. I have owned the F1 longer than any other knife I've purchased (either factory or custom) I've owned knives from TOPS, ESEE, Gerber, Extrema Ratio, Blind Horse and many many others. Like yourself I use them and end up finding something wrong with every one. Handle this! Blade shape that, cutting geometry the other!! The thing is I always turn back to the F1. I agree the handle is perhaps a little small (I have medium/large gloves) and the lanyard hole is pointless - actually unless I'm working over water I never use one on a small knife anyway. This is a survival knife in the truest sense IMO. I would be more likely to carry the F1 with me than any other and let's face it, the knife you've got on you at the time is your survival knife. I doubt I'd have my ESEE 5 or 6 on me as often. The smaller blades are more likely to be on my person. Like I say. I have issues with every knife, but for size, cutting ability, use in any environment F1 takes beating

[@saddiqiqbal1333]

f1 I would buy everytime

[@silvarredonda1]

Thanks for the review, I feel less lonely, as I share the same thoughts on my A1. I went for the leather sheath version but I'm not satisfied with it neither, even if it's way better than the zytel one. I also feel that the handle is too thin and I'm constantly getting my index over the guard to have a better grip which is neither comfortable nor safe....but I'm stuck with the awesome blade that hinders all the other less attractive aspects...I f#%$* love it! You get easily a wicked edge on it, it lasts and don't rust...I also love it's thickness and shape....

[@scottb.0185]

You could strip rubber and make your own custom A-1.

[@rhino1904]

This knife is FANTASTIC ... no it's not a tactical, that's not its purpose, but you know, it'll do damage in the right hands ... The balance is one of the best of any knife I own...the steel is great ...will withstand harsh weather/treatment ... The balance is superb ... The handle is great ... It's on the "thin" side ... but it is VERY comfortable, non-slip and doesn't fatigue .... It may not be built in the "US of A" ... oh, wait, that's also a good thing ... It's not a Rambo knife, it's not a Hollywood special...it just works and if you needed it in an emergency ... Guess what ... It will work just great....the Swedes are some pretty clever people ... Buy it ... It's way better than some of the crap I've bought based on this type of review ...

[@MrBikboi]

Convex is the easiest to sharpen lol.... loosen your wrist on your whetstones and there you go. Most people always end up with convex.... if someone is seriously into knives and doesn’t have a decent set of Japanese whetstones shapton, naniwa you’re really doing it wrong

[@stiggywatts4258]

I returned my master hunter due to poor quality issues, the F1 however still has excellent consistency in quality and development.

[@bdcochran01]

Your review and the comments illustrate two things: 1. research or think about the market (minus any advertising hype) for which the knife was designed; and, 2. make sure that the knife works for you. Take another knife, the Ontario 499 or its contemporary with a different handle. They are also referenced as "military survival knives". And the complaints roll in. The complainers don't understand the market. The blade is somewhat dull. That is one of the main complaints. Sure it is dull. But why? A military fixed blade knife was not designed or sharpened to filet a fish or skin a deer. It was designed to stick and twist and do damage to the target. The next complaint is that is that the serrations on the knife don't work because it fails as a fire starter. The serrations weren't designed to be a fire starter. They are there to cut through the thin metal of an aircraft skin. Take another two knives. Cold Steel doesn't manufacture knives as some people believe. My father lived less than 5 miles from the "headquarters" in Oxnard. It is a warehouse. Many years ago, Cold Steel contracted with the Fallkniven people to make the excellent military survival knife that retails for about $50. After the two companies stopped doing business together, Fallkniven designed the A1 based upon what it had been producing for Cold Steel. It then contracted to have the A1 made by a top shop in Japan. They are designed for different purposes. However, you can take the $50 knife and if you put in the effort at changing the Cold Steel blade, you can have an excellent hunting knife (just remember folks to bill your grinding time labor at $100 per hour and include the cost of the materials). It also will not be in a stainless steel (the trade uses that term, but all steel rusts ultimately). Choosing for yourself and what works. I took an F1 and compared it to the Esee 4 with factory sheath option. Well, I don't walk around with a fixed blade strapped to my waist. On the few occasions, one is worn, the knife with its sheath must go in a suit pants pocket. Can't do that with the Esse 4. Can do it with the F1 with the factory sheath. Doesn't matter that I would prefer the Esee 4. It doesn't work in that carry situation.

[@zantigar]

You are full of it - the plastic sheath is fine! Thumbs down, WAY down on this "review"!

[@MovieGuy666]

the handle sucks and the company is vastly overrated.

[@Wastelander13]

Sorry, but I dont agree with you! The handle of the F1 is made to be comfortable with gloves, a thicker handle is not as perfect in that conditions! The knife is short because its a pilot-survival knife and pilots cannot wear bigger knives on their belt! The VG10 convex grind holds a sharp edge forever as I experienced myself, no need to resharpen often! I especially like the sheath, its light weight and small and very durable! The knife is held safely and no risk to loose it! Yes it rattles a little but that has a good reason! The knife in the sheath can get filled with water and freeze but you will always be able to take the knife out of the sheath! if dirt, sand, etc gets into the masterhunters sheath it can work like sandpaper on the blade wich will less likely happen in the F1 sheath!Regards, Dan.

[@MrBikboi]

Horrible review not saying much of anything. Baiting views by making a negative review of the fallkniven in the title. VG 10 is an extremely balanced steel, lam cos is obviously better as far as the price for the F1 you’re getting one of the best designed knives in the world. Review channels are the worst, these people don’t even use the knife for an extended period of time. It’s mostly them getting it out of the box using it for a day then making a conclusion and onto the next video. I am blown away that you’re recommending a cold steel master hunter over this lmao...

[@drgdfhfdhfd498]

Very overpriced for nothing special.

[@tberkoff]

I'm not sure why you are hating on the F1 sheath. Its light, durable, and the blade locks in tight. Also, the F1 sheath is nearly identical to Cold Steel's "Secure-Ex" sheath -- both are made of a hard plastic/zytel material with nylon upper. It is the same sheath.

[@cosmikvratch]

Todd Berkoff Hi, sorry, to disagree. this sheath is not durable in wet environment. the rivets rust and break, unlike on a secure-ex sheath (from my experience). That doesn't imply that the knife isn't good, though.

[@tberkoff]

cosmik vratch Wet environment?! I don't think the sheath or knife are designed for being submerged in water...or acid...or whatever you are doing to the sheath. That being said, these knives are designed for survival situations in harsh cold weather climates - like in Sweden - I don't think moisture or water or snow will do anything to it. My point to Gideon was that the two sheaths are VERY similar in design and material, but he was particularly harsh toward the F1 sheath for some reason.

[@cosmikvratch]

concerning the sheath, we don't have the same definition of "reasonable", obviously!;) I would agree 100% on the knife itself, though.

[@fuzzy9235]

I`m 12 years old and this knif fitts perfect!!!

[@eu3145]

🤣 Probably this knife was made for kids...!

[@haroldclark9794]

The handle size is very subjective. I find the handle most satisfactory as well do both my sons and other friends and fsmily

[@Lars1540]

Aaron, why in the world would you go and spend an additional $45 on a custom kydex sheath for a knife you said you don't even like??? This makes no sense man! You said it yourself, "you can't use this knife for more than a few minutes before you want to switch to using another knife." So it seems silly to then spend extra money for a custom kydex sheath for a knife you don't like. Lol

[@gideonstactical]

***** I had it made before I started using the knife. haha

[@Lars1540]

Well, you already know what I'm gonna say. LOL

[@mrbz900]

My point exactly. The lanyard hole has got to be the dumbest idea of any knife I've seen. Ridiculous !!

[@goef3281]

You don't have to use the lanyard hole but it gives you the option. Better than if there is no hole and you want one you have to drill a hole or whatever you would do to get through vg10

[@LordEdricus]

It is made as a pilot survival knife for scandinavian climat, the grip is thin because most of the time you will be wearing gloves. It goes down to -30c -22f at times. Same thing with the zytel sheath, kydex will crack below -0c 32f. Leather will be to heavy on the flight suit.

[@UNDERST0RY]

Thanks for the honest review. The knife community, like the bushcraft community, can be very trendy, and I think the zeal for the Fallkniven is more a result of those trends than of reality. Fallkniven makes a quality blade, but it's overpriced, too small, the hilts too small, the sheaths poor. The sheaths, in particular, remind me of those cheap plastic sheaths I used to get with $3 fish fillet knives when I was a kid. But there are many better, more reasonably priced options out there now. Philosophy #1 about knives and bush living--Never spend so much on a knife that you're afraid to use it.

[@johnwalker91]

That's one review to take with a grain of salt

[@kayasper6081]

Here another knive enthousiastic; I have used the Fällkniven F1 3G steel intensively during over 150 days living in European nature. In my opinion, it is the very best small/moderate sized knive known to mankind! Well, known to me at least😂. But seriously, I really think it will be very hard, not to say impossible, to improve it.

[@sstteevvwee]

Good thoughts except for the sheet. Its quite robust and simple and is used widely by swedish military that often operate and train in around -30C bigger part of the year and there it shows its durability and you will see whats holding up and what don't. I agree that its not a funny or cool to deal with but in our case, it does its job i think. About the handle i think its so personal cause of the human differences. i think people likes it is because it feels light small and nimble to handle. Perfect in my hands which is small. Good review !

[@gideonstactical]

sstteevvwee Thank you for the comment!

[@BrothersCinco]

It's funny that with the Esee 4, you didn't want to even bother batoning with it because it was "too short." Yet here you are batoning with the F1 that's even shorter and just as thick.

[@gideonstactical]

It’s been so long since that first happened.

[@BrothersCinco]

Lol yeah going way back into oldies I know 😅

[@red303dat]

as a survival knife i think its too small, checkout the Fallkniven A1. At that size you are better with a large folder to compliment your bigger fixie.

[@ActionHero29]

red303dat I agree, F1 is too small for a one knife, survival type scenario.

[@gibrigg]

Thanks for the review. I have an s1 and find its handle is small for my medium hand, but I'll be interested in your review-- they're always well, done. Cheers!

[@gideonstactical]

gibrigg Thanks!

[@BruceNitroxpro]

You do yourself a disservice by dissing this knife. I own some of the best knives in the world... and this is one of them.

[@gideonstactical]

As do I, and not impressed. Just my opinion.

[@inquisitor4635]

I dislike this knife for exactly all the reasons you cite. Great review.

[@vincelok894]

I think the opposite. He's critiquing it. It's good to have different opinions and he tells us what's good and what is not as good.

[@ANYONE3041937kyc]

I had it too and it chips like crazy.

[@BruceNitroxpro]

Nah, chopping out cut nails from oak planks can chip a bit, I'll agree.

[@jsmith2121]

Great observation about the lanyard hole. I have the F1 with leather sheath. Remember the knife was designed for pilot survival, thus, lightweight. The convex blade is incredibly versatile, just chops through any task and is, I think, the strongest possible grind.

[@dragan796]

This is what a REVIEW should be like, going through every feature on the product.. good and bad.. no sugarcoating it.. The most things this guy says makes really good sense. I have baught a shitload of products just from watching reviews by people making more commercials than actual reviews. When I held a friends F1 in my hand I remember thinkin "wow ..thats all?, all this hype over this?.. It's true that the blade is superb, but no convex and thick spines is not for everyone...and yes handle is way to thin if you have larger hands. One thing that the F1 for sure has going for it over the master hunter is the tang going through the handle making a pommel.

[@TheNisgaa]

Not singling you out whatsoever, but I find it quite amazing at how CRITICAL human beings have become lately. This blade for instance would be in terms of quality & design & function only a hundred years ago for us Westerners. NOW, humans have to complain about things that those past humans wouldn't have even considered. "re-adjust my hand sometimes" "stubby guard" & OH NOOO the handle is too short with the lanyard hole in too much... Damn people, it's time to learn & to adapt to products that you pay for, rather pout about small petty shit. When other Humans say that the handle is sooo bad that after 5 - 10 Min. They want to use something else... to me that says MAJORLY SPOILED. Again, this video was just a chance rant & could have taken place anywhere & i'm not singling you out. It just makes me chuckle inside when I see the complaining of the human race these days. I have felt the F1 & played with it a bit. I too have large+ hands but the feel of this knife is something my human body can easily handle & adapt to with no complaints. Noticeable handle size was the first neg. impression but something I would never even consider when purchasing. It's a knife that works well & that's that. Great video B.T.W. & you gave honest feedback on your experience with this tool. I just find the complaints nit-picky thats all & am sorry it had to come out in your vid. (everybody is spoiled enough nowadays which is evident in the majority of their vids.) I guess I'm a 39 year old with an old school way of thinking. Anyways... all the best from Canada EH;~)

[@jonbracher7830]

I had to make a new handle for my (F1) and (S1) they were way too small But the A1 and A2 are perfect