Which Is Better For You? ESEE JG3 vs. Izula2

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[@BudgetBugout]

I like that you aren't just reviewing items sent to you like a lot of KZbinrs out there... Keep up the good work!

[@gideonstactical]

Thank you very much!

[@jagersilva2169]

+gideonstactical shows that you actually review an item for what it is and not for benifit.

[@tr0ubl3mak3r]

Great comparison video again Aaron. Thoroughly enjoyed it!

[@FingersFew]

Great review. I've carried the Izzula2 for awhile now and love it. It's my EDC choice, backpack choice and served as a primary back up when I worked undercover. Now that I'm retired I still find it as my favorite all around knife.

[@MS-zb5fr]

Thank you for sharing. Why did you choose the Izula 2? May I ask you how/where positioned did you carry it as a backup?

[@BAMFsTactical]

I tell you what man, when I’m shopping for knives this channel always has the best reviews

[@gideonstactical]

Thanks so much

[@dougmorgan7481]

Excellent video...as always. Thanks for all your reviews

[@danielk6999]

Great vid man! Keep on making them.

[@pinkbrisingr78]

Another great job buddy!

[@Julian-bq9qv]

I just had to give a shout out to the beautiful dog who kept you safe during your cardboard test cutting.

[@gideonstactical]

He had my back!

[@Cr0cket20]

Great comparison between the two. I love it when knives have that slight curvature from tip to butt like the JG3 has. The Buck Punk has it as well and I've found I really like that design. Hence the reason the JG3 is so interesting to me.

[@gideonstactical]

That curve in the body of the knife really helps it feel like part of your hand.

[@terpsfan5193]

Friend just bought the JG3. He sold me his barely used Izula II (what looks to me like never used is more like it) for $35, so I'm a very happy camper, love that little knife. Using it as my neck knife right now. It fits my hand better than any small knife I've ever had. While I love leather sheaths, I really like the plastic sheath with the Izula II.

[@Mills141]

Thanks for the info

[@Andrew-fu9lf]

My first video where I found you was your esee series and particularly the esee 4, and my favorite Item is still the silent hero (particular with the handle upgrade). What a great knife.

[@patriotbill1156]

Very good and impartial review.

[@mattwilson7344]

Awesome as always! I ended up grabbing a Hogue ex-f01 7in like we discussed on one of your other videos last month. I'm pleased with it. The A2 tool steel is awesome and takes a beating. Did cause a hot spot in my palm though. I'm tempted to send it to you for your opinion. Keep up your reviews though. You and I have a lot of the same opinions and I really use you reviews to help purchase decisions when I can't always get the products in hand first. Looking forward to you doing one on the Survive Knives GSO 4.7 in the future too.

[@MuskratJim]

Great comparison video!

[@gideonstactical]

+Muskrat Jim Thanks!

[@shanelivesay9507]

I just bought both of them. 👍🏼

[@MDR-hn2yz]

Great review of a classic blade. I think I’m going with the Izula 2. 👍

[@DB.KOOPER]

Love them both. I love the JG3 for whittling next to the campfire at night most of all (it's a more specialized knife to me) and I love the Izula II as a more general slightly more versatile camp/woods knife capable of processing small fire/resource-wood up to a certain level or in a real pinch. PS, I think I recognize that "cutting-test paracord" you're using, I have a bunch I got at Home Depot on the cheap myself ; )

[@danofiremano]

I have the original Izula and like it a lot even though it's just cord wrapped. It's my ESEE-5 companion knife. I wear medium sized gloves so either of these knives would work for me, but I'm waiting on the RB-3 Scandi.

[@gingebrien2408]

Didn’t know the JG3 existed. But I would say the JG3 is significantly bigger. The JG3 seems to compare better with Esse’s RB3 which is an awesome bush knife. Aaron another good review.

[@mikedifeo8344]

Great vid. Would be nice to see how they compare to the BK24, BK14 and BK11. I have the all the BKs and an Izula2. I prefer the BKs. I had to make another handle for he Izula2 because he hole was uncomfortable for my small finger.

[@Teachering]

I like both ESEE knives, but favour the Izula2. I like the Izula primarily as an EDC. Probably down the road I'd be looking to add the JG3 to my collection. A good presentation.

[@markburns1226]

Prefer the izula 1 over all blades fo sho

[@jerichofawkes1911]

I really like your very fair reviews. I've made several purchases based on your review and I have never been disappointed. Thank you and keep up the good work.

[@gideonstactical]

Glad you enjoy them and they help!

[@refaiabdeen5943]

Cheers Mate!

[@norby0418]

The Izula and Izula 2 both are now available in stainless and do hold an edge well and have no coating (stonewash). Personally I have a large hand but prefer the Izula as it pocket carries quite well in a KSF pocket sheath.

[@HughJassle]

Great, informative video. I just found this out 30 minutes ago but did you know you can convert the polymer sheath that comes with the Izula 2 to scout/horizontal carry? When you turn the clip up/down to screw onto the sheath you only use 2 screws offset because all 4 holes won’t line up, but 2 holes do. Thought I’d share.

[@stalwart263]

I am looking for a skinning knife. Can these both have the scales removed for cleaning?

[@chrisgrave9216]

thank you good video

[@cgmislive]

couple noob questions..is there anything i can do to darken the sheath ? is mineral oil a good option to coat the carbon blades to prevent rust?

[@davidvincent3755]

Another awesome comparison vidéo Dude! God bless you and your family Greatings from France

[@gideonstactical]

Always cool to hear from our international GT family. Thanks so much!

[@curtwillet2624]

great video!!! i have been thinking about getting the izula2.

[@readyme]

I love my Izula 2. The JG3 seems like a good idea, but I'd really like to see it a little thinner... 3/32" probably. I agree with you, it is overpriced. At $120, I'd rather spend another $30 and get a custom. Great videos on the knife.

[@gunnar9274]

@ gideonstatical thank you very much idk which knife to purchase and now I know cause I wanted one for edc

[@gideonstactical]

Great! Glad to help.

[@borage123]

+David Armstrong ive been rocking the izula 2 for about 5 months now and it has been able to do everything i need it to. from work to fishing to even having to pull it out in self defense. i can honestly say that i trust my life with this knife. hope this helped.

[@gunnar9274]

+boage123 really sounds like an awesome blade I've been looking for a good smaller fixed blade for edc cause I have excellent folders I just don't trust them 100%

[@borage123]

David Armstrong it truly is and not to mention places like www.knifeworks.com who offer engravings on the blade and the countless options of handles and so that you can make it YOUR personal edc knife :D

[@gunnar9274]

boage123 I definitely will look it up thank you

[@woodlandfeatures1184]

Good vid. I wondered if you think it is comparable, as far as use goes to the the TOPS scandi trekker?

[@gideonstactical]

+Woodland Features This is better, because it has a better grind.

[@pascaldemas6908]

when is your next hikingtrip? awesome vids btw!

[@awesome3213]

another good vid

[@gideonstactical]

+awesome321 Thank you!

[@slowtaknow]

I have both, still pick up the izula 2 more often, skinned a deer with little effort

[@jesseallbright3404]

@gideonstactical what is the model of your see 2? i.e. what color is the blade and handles? the blade doesn't look black from what i can see in the video and i like that.

[@gideonstactical]

It's a green model off amazon.

[@bionautic]

What happened to the White River backpacker? You convinced me to buy it. Was somewhat disappointing as it came stock but after more skeletonizing done with lots of time with a dremel & re-wrapping the para-cord so it wraps further to the front, I like it. Haven't baton with it yet though.

[@gideonstactical]

Sorry you were not as impressed with it as I was. Great blade.

[@bionautic]

I must first confess that I did not understand your video compare theme. I though is was about comparing top small fixed blade knife options. I now realize it was a video to compare 2 similar offer in the ESEE line. PS. The backpacker is growing on me with the new mods, I am a bit crazy about weight & was surprised it weighted more than my izula 1 since the blade is thinner, great news lots of metal available in the handle to be removed. So work later they now both weight the same thing & the blade is a bit longer the handle quite a bit more room. As much as I like a good guard, I found the finger groove on the backpacker a bit too deep, I changed the para-cord wrap to go forward then back to fill in the finger groove a bit... comfy! : ) Tks for the videos & comments.

[@MrDavo1959]

Call me funny, (and I own the Izzy, and my wife owns the Izzy 2), but for the price, and size, I'm REALLY liking the Eskabar. The more I use it, the more I like it. :)

[@sweetcostarica]

The idea of the Camp-Lore series is to produce different knives for different tasks in the woods. Here are what those knives are designed to do: The Camp-Lore JG3 is ESEE's trapper/skinning knife. The Camp-Lore ESEE RB3 is their bushcraft/camping knife The Camp-Lore CR2.5 is the companies bird & trout knife The Camp-Lore DC6 is their old fashion big frontier knife You can use the JG3, RB3, CR2.5, or the DC6 for camping, skinning, chopping, or everyday carry. They can cross over. I'm just saying ESEE designed the knives to work best as specific tools. *Opinion Alert:* For their price there are a lot of better performing options out there that are cheaper.

[@matthewadler1329]

with the shape of the handle, I think the JG3 might actually be a pretty decent defense knife. it does have less of a guard, but it does have some, and more than a lot of tactical knives ive seen. I dunno,. Both awesome knives.

[@myersjx]

I think your dog has seen you cut cardboard before and wasn't interested. Thank you for the great review!

[@gideonstactical]

Haha true!

[@GearReviewDepot]

ESEE. ESEE all day and twice on Tuesdays. Great video!

[@gideonstactical]

+TheTacticalDefender Thanks!

[@SoldMyHat]

What does esee do to keep the uncoated knives from rusting under the scales?

[@yoadrian3814]

Nothing by the looks of it. Since it's micarta, it will absorb moister and so you handle will probably rust up fairly quick.

[@jonathanquiroa4463]

Great videos!! :D

[@gideonstactical]

Thanks my friend!

[@menacer26]

Aaron, can you review the crkt mah-chete? I would like to hear your take on it.

[@gideonstactical]

+menacer26 I plan too soon.

[@menacer26]

+gideonstactical you're the man! Love the channel brother.

[@Darofla]

Now I am even more unsure about which one I want to get. Thank you ;) Esee will never do an uncoacted Izula II in another steel than 1095 or? The short Izula1 in 440 is and will never be an option for me because its too short for my hands.

[@theleoj91]

What is your criteria while categorizing each knife in outdoor or tactical? I would really like to know your philosofy, clearly you are a very capable man and i like to know the "inside the brain" of people like you

[@bkdesignr]

Really love my Izula II! It's a BIG Little knife!

[@gideonstactical]

Haha that is true

[@dannymaciejewski]

Im pretty sure the coated blade is cheaper because they cut costs on blade finishing by whacking a coat of paint over a shitty finish. You need a decent finish before doing a stone wash finish.

[@bohica1252]

Great content as always. Would you know anything about what is happening with the Esee DC6?

[@gideonstactical]

At some point. I would think some time at the end of this year or early next year.

[@bionautic]

Would you mind giving the weight of the blades & gear in your reviews? Being a hiker that is important in my selection of gear. Tks for the great videos!

[@scottb5726]

Why would you baton 1 inch limb?

[@joenesiadicola3006]

totally off subject, but do u know of a small mini kukri made by a quality american company?

[@gideonstactical]

TOPS might have something like that, the TOPS DART?

[@papaitobonito]

In México they cost the same 100 bucks each.

[@jimmelnyk7506]

Wouldn't a comparison of the JG3 and ESEE 3 have been better? The ESEE 3 seems to be closer in size that the Izula 2 and the price is about the same.

[@jdssurf]

I was thinking the same thing. Also, screw value, if u need to save up for the right knife for your needs, then pick the right knife.

[@John-oz1do]

Strip the izula 2 ‘s coating with paint stripper and patina with white vinegar and then use a grinder and get a 90deg spine and solve all issues as well as learn a skill

[@calebwcraig9818]

it would be really cool if you made a patch of your KZbin logo

[@gideonstactical]

Coming out with a patch soon!

[@BassMaster.454]

As for the sheathes, I see where you are coming from, but prefer l leather sheathes because they are more slim and flexible. A leather sheath also makes the blade look less tactical and more like a tool if your carrying it in public. However, I'm not a fan of this sheath because there is not strap or cover.

[@grizzlycountry1030]

JG3 is fine tactically if you were gonna use it that way.

[@calecarlson907]

Oil/wax and wet mold your leather= no water and more friction

[@shadowdance4666]

For me the sheath is half the knife. A bad carry on a good knife is worthless. Izula 2 for me

[@jeredsyn1964]

Man Aaron, when do you think we'll see an Esee 9 with 1/4 in steel or super stainless?

[@gideonstactical]

I hope one day.

[@minorityfireteam3502]

Will you be doing an ESEE DC-6 review?

[@gideonstactical]

+Arizona Survivalist As soon as it becomes available and I will be comparing it to the ESEE6.

[@danielellisporter]

What is a tactical task? I'd love to know. Ps, the belly on the izulu seems made for skinning not stabbing(if that is the tactical task you r referencing😏).

[@tatianaarteaga6975]

Tactical tasks

[@tomas1000m]

ESEE looks like a bigger tops scandi trekker

[@GaryHorn]

Neither sheath is ambidextrous, right?

[@COWBOYJDUB]

Izula sheath is ambidextrous

[@paulmphoto]

I would remove the coating of the Izula 2 if I were you. I used Jasco to remove my coating and never looked back.

[@jesseallbright3404]

+gideonstactical

[@luvdacurvyones]

Those SMALL TWIGS you're chopping, why not just break them with your hands? 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@inkydigitz]

Watching this guy handle a knife is like watching someone without trigger discipline.

[@Player_Review]

DPx HEST Original... oh, wait, that wasn't an option. If I had to settle for an inferior knife, I guess I'd go for the Izula.

[@blackforestgrizzly]

You always look at the camera screen and not the lens 😂😂 Hahah sorry, but it's kinda funny

[@Hudson4426]

I’ll take the jg3 off your hands

[@shadowdance4666]

JG has the much better geometry with a shity worthless sheath