Will the Artisan Cutlery Proponent Survive a SHTF Scenario??

In this video I continue hard use testing of the Artisan Cutlery Proponent. This scenario is a bug out, SHTF wilderness hard use test to see if the Proponent can keep me safe as my one and only available tool. If you are interested in seeing my prior videos that are the basis of this test, please see the following:
Part 1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6qUhWd4nJhrfdk
Part 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWLCamSGgMabkJI
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[@artisancutleryknife]

That was a seriously wild ride! Thank you so much for putting the Proponent through its paces. We set out to make a tough knife and THIS is the kind of testing that we are happy to see!

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks for watching! This project has been great! 3 solid episodes so far, and I have a couple thoughts to wrap this project up. More to come in the upcoming weeks!

[@elcavi44]

outer limitless love the work! I have this with brass scales/d2 blade, very sturdy rig..take it urban!

[@outerlimitless]

@@elcavi44 that's the plan! I'm trying to line up the proper resources!

[@outerlimitless]

@@elcavi44 thanks for watching!

[@youngking6254]

I got my first of your products about 3 months ago, the carbon fiber Cygnus. I swear by your brand. Beautiful knives yet every bit as useable as grandpappies knife that got handed down!

[@danclark9522]

The screw in pin definately needs a spot on the knife itself for storage. Maybe a tapped.out hole somewhere on the blade or even better , a screw hole that allows the pin to sit flush in the handle area.

[@DanielFuller91]

Big thanks for this video - it clinched my decision to buy a Proponent, and a year later, it's still my absolute favorite knife.

[@jameslehner2433]

We need to see an in depth review on what if any damage to the knife. If it loosened up or not and what you thought of its performance. Also we need to see a good close up of the knife at ALL ANGLES so the viewer's can see. GREAT VIDEO 👍👍👍👍

[@TheLateBoyScout]

Great video concept, and really well done!

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks! I wanted to think outside the box and expand beyond the traditional video review. It was a fun video and I'm very happy with how it came out! Thanks for checking it out!

[@a.toddmoore7262]

Dooood! Way to step it up! This vid is freaking great! Luv it!

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks...definitely trying to keep it fresh and think a little outside the box. Was definitely fun...maybe a Part 2 if I can work it out??

[@area51.52]

I love these SHTF scenario videos. Great job!

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks...wanted to mix things up a bit and thought this would be fun.

[@axemanmike4390]

Hey Eric! WOW! I was researching the Proponent & YT algorithm put you 1st! VERY COOL! I was teetering in my decision to buy, but YOU just clinched it with your bug out documentation! Thanks so much for putting this together! SOLD! I'm ordering one NOW! Also.........SUBBED! Your content is right up my alley!! Greetings from the Pacific NW!! 🌲🪓🌲🪓

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks a bunch and welcome aboard! Glad to have ya! I try to mix things up...a very wide variety of gear and styles throughout my channel...but all around making solid content and enjoying the excuse to get outdoors! Comment anytime...I try to answer as much as I can! Thanks for the support!

[@fedir_sh]

Thanks, it was a great idea and perfomance!

[@pdiddy5186]

Nice work bro, really enjoyed the suspense factor. I know it much take a lot of extra work but it is appreciated.

[@outerlimitless]

I wanted to try something new. Can't keep doing all the same old reviews!! Glad you liked it!

[@rustycleaver8231]

I received my Proponent today. It’s a beast! Can’t wait to put it to work.

[@outerlimitless]

How do you like it?? Did you get the large or EDC size?

[@guitarman9922]

I was wondering this and knew there had to be a video out there! Don’t have one yet, but maybe soon!

[@jerrymuns]

Do you think that the m390 version could take a beating like that without the blade breaking? I like the idea of better edge retention, but I’m having my doubts about the durability.

[@LordEagle]

Great improvised scenario,,,,I enjoyed this. 👍👍👍😎

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks! Have to have some fun from time to time! I was tired of the same old video format! I mean, that was a scary SHTF situation...glad we returned to normal. Or DID WE?

[@kristophercole]

I really enjoyed this. We all talk about SHTF and try to prepare so it was cool to see you build the environment. The video did good giving off the vibe of being right outside a hotspot. Crazy this cake out right before shit really did start hitting the fan haha

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks...I wanted to try something different and have some fun. Crazy that it did turn into SHTF after all!! Thanks for watching!

[@PREPFORIT]

Glad you had a bug out bag. That knife did a great job. Having a bug out location with a fire pit saved you a lot of grief. That blade strikes a ferro really well. Glad you said you have gloves. It sounds like danger is approaching be careful. I hope your family is safe. (as long as they remember what you taught them.)

[@outerlimitless]

What, no that's not a tripod on my bugout bag...haha! But I did seriously have my whole bag loaded up with a full kit. Had my sleeping bag, cooking gear, a bivy, winter hat and gloves. I wanted to simulate what it would feel like to carry that weight. Actually, I didn't mean simulate. I meant I am still on the run...danger lurking. I'm transmitting from a hidden bunker.

[@PREPFORIT]

@@outerlimitless -understood - switch to alternate frequency so they can not triangulate your position.

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

Nice job Eric!

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks for watching! Trying to mix it up a bit!

[@jerrydonquixote5927]

I'm probably going to order this knife I don't know that I would use it in this scenario but I believe it would work!

[@BIGGBULLxxx]

You are such an dramatic actor very well done for the knife company and KZbin 👍😇👍

[@BrandonFritz]

That was entertaining, great way to start the video. Got a new subscriber 🙂

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks! Wanted to try something a bit different from the typical review. Glad to have you aboard!

[@roguesheep1747]

Hi there hope all is good and well. Is this the D2 variant or S35Vn . It stood the test !

[@outerlimitless]

That was the S35vn version. Yes it did! Thanks for watching!

[@mrq1701]

Great scenario! You had to mention not having your fixed blade. I've never been a fan of such monstrous folders, but that knife would be a nice alternative. The locking pin makes all the difference. Now make one with a drop point and a little more blade length. Ideally I would have a few fixed blades and my Glock, but you never know...

[@outerlimitless]

Haha, yes, oops "forgot my fixed blade" in this episode...I mean, bugout. But yeah, that folder is a beast. I'm really happy with the performance!

[@roguesheep1747]

I just bought one should be here by tomorrow,and thats because of this video I've got the Extrema Ratio RAO II and have put it through the mill it will be fun finding out how the S35Vn feels on a lock . The Extrema R only use N690co. On all models . The BK72 S35Vn is a dream to use on a fixed blade . Double bubble mate hope yours is still in service . Peace ✌

[@NorwegianKnifeDude]

This whole video was out of breath. I love it!😂😂😂

[@jonnyboat2]

Artisan Cutlery should appreciate the crap out of you for making this video presentation of their knife in a survival situation. You won’t find a more interesting, entertaining and dramatic knife demonstration on KZbin. Not your run of the mill typical fact filled presentation. You’re bringing more to the table than the other outdoor gear channels. Is this the start of a new wave of videos for gear presentation? Will other channels follow suit? Way to think out of the box Eric. Very creative. Nice.

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks! I wanted to mix it up from the norm! From the beginning of this project I knew it had to be something different. There are still some more steps to finish up this project, but it's definitely going well!

[@stevenrobertson6656]

Had me running for cover there Eric 😀

[@outerlimitless]

Haha, I'm editing on the run...need to respond to comments while bugging out!!

[@vegetakijohnson4792]

That was outstanding artistry young man! If that didn't sell those people's knife than I would love to see them come up with something better. ...Again.. outstanding job!

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks a bunch! It was fun! I like mixing it up and thinking outside the box...I'm happy with this one! I mean...ummmm...I'm still on the run and this might be my final transmission. It was good to know everyone!

[@RenaissanceManEducation]

I bought this lnife because of this video. Thank you.

[@outerlimitless]

Thank you...I think you'll like it... definitely a beast of a folder

[@duaneraymond4252]

Just listening to this guy make me feel out of breath!!!

[@outerlimitless]

You should be out of breath...it was a very tense situation.

[@Bushwhacker-mb3uh]

Great video….less heavy breathing though. You sound like you just went full marathon with Jenna Jameson brotha!!! LoL

[@knifenoob5411]

Would this knife be good for opening envelopes and cutting duct tape?

[@outerlimitless]

I would get the small version... much more edc utility. Thanks for watching!

[@Razor6On3]

That locking pin design reminds me of something else from a long while back......what was it..oh yeah the Extrema ratio. They pretty much pioneered the locking pin through the scales to make a fixed blade. Good video though.

[@outerlimitless]

I know Battle Horse has also done locking pin designs too...not unique to any particular maker. But a cool design regardless! Thanks for watching!

[@robertthurber4526]

I'd would like to see an after video showing any damages, bends, looseness, and scratches.

[@outerlimitless]

The knife is in amazing shape. I was going to do a follow up video but I can't get the pivot screw disassembled. It's not damaged, but I think it's locktighted and I can't get the scales off. But the knife is basically perfect with some minor blade play, but I do think if I was able to disassemble it and reassemble it then I would get all the tightness back the way I need. Action is spot on and the lockup is sound. Centering flawless...and the steel is almost factory perfect. It's shocking actually...I could almost sell this knife as like new.

[@psycowookie]

I had the same problem with my proponent until I figured out the problem! This is crazy and they should have definitely told the people buying this knife. The side of the pivot with the "slot" for the straight edge screwdriver is a D shaped pivot ON THE INSIDE! It will not turn lol! Trust me get a very fine edged driver and try the pivot side with the Artisan design and it'll unscrew! I hope this helps! I felt like such an idiot when I finally figured this out ha ha.

[@barrybueler3356]

Knives a beast I’d still always go with a fixed blade but your folder definitely looks like one of the toughest out there.Wheres the wife and kids u ditch him during SHTF hahaha heartless I love it 🥰.

[@outerlimitless]

Don't worry...got word from the wife that they're ok. Hiding out in a bunker...this might be my last transmission...but YES, the knife is a beast! I'm pretty impressed at that folder!

[@PhantomG909]

Where did you get the pin for the knife or does it come with it

[@outerlimitless]

It comes with the pin

[@PhantomG909]

@@outerlimitless thank you love the vids

[@joefrasca1549]

I don’t mean to come off as rude but I’m curious to know what survival situations require you to cut down a live sapling and a punky stump for firewood. I assume this was more of a torture test than anything, either way You clearly put a lot of effort into this video and it definitely shows me this knife can take a beating which is all I wanted to know.

[@outerlimitless]

Clearly just having fun...and clearly just finding ways to total wrack on a folding knife...which performed exceptionally well.

[@ramonvelasquez8431]

Bro, this is some serious story going on with the Proponent as the center. I mean, first of all A for the acting, stuff is on point! And second, Artisan Cutlery should give you a FREE Proponent for shooting this whole thing! 😄

[@outerlimitless]

Thank you! I appreciate it...I was looking to try something different and have some fun. Not the typical review that's for sure! Thanks for watching!

[@MrSudheerkenguva]

Hello, how is this knife compared to cold steel 4 max in terms of toughness? I am unable to choose between these two for hard use

[@outerlimitless]

This one is on bearings... not my first choice for hard use.

[@MrSudheerkenguva]

@@outerlimitless thank you...what is your first choice for hard use

[@outerlimitless]

Fixed blade knives definitely...but I think my definition of hard use might be different that others. Folders can't really handle hard use...nor are they intended for it.

[@MrSudheerkenguva]

@@outerlimitless ofcourse i agree with you, but if needed to use a folder...any suggestions?

[@outerlimitless]

@@MrSudheerkenguva What's your intended use? Everyday carry? Breaking down boxes? Wilderness use? I would start with the intended use and go from there.

[@patrickmccrea3455]

I have to have this knife what a beast😁

[@n.c.108]

Love the knife, looks nice. Blade just seems a little too thick to make nice feather sticks. A thinner blade makes little curly feathers better for fire starter.

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

@n.c.180 :- The whole idea of this video was to show the usefulness of the Proponent if it was your ONLY knife in a desperate survival situation. Of course there are better knives for feathering tinder, better tools for chopping and splitting fire wood, but this little scenario was designed to show if l would make it in a totally unexpected survival situation with only the things in my pocket.

[@JonathanDickens-kz8oz]

Had the knife failed making fine kindling you could always use that arm hair as a back up tinder alternative if the shit REALLY hits the fan!

[@outerlimitless]

And I have...

[@LionMetalMusic-videochannel]

keep in mind: i don't believe the liner lock are good, but here only titanium (more expensive-S35VN BLADE) versions have liner locks! cost 2 times more then (D2 steel) liner locks !!

[@my_rats_esaped]

That was genius!!!!

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks! I wanted to have some fun with this one, but show the practical limits. I'm not even sure I found the limits...what a tough folder!!

[@TripleEEDC]

Cool premise for a video. Can we get some video of some zombie deaths though?

[@outerlimitless]

Haha, I almost ended the video with some self defense concepts...bu not zombie death. Maybe there will be a part 2??

[@TripleEEDC]

outer limitless yes!

[@grumpyoldwizard]

Great video. Very creative. Thanks!

[@outerlimitless]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. I figure leave it on a cliff hanger...maybe there will be a part 2?? Not sure yet.

[@thomasrooney6404]

Great sound effects lol

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

Would l carry it...yes, and l do carry the mini Proponent...a very servicable heavy duty pocket knife.

[@albertbrady712]

This knife design is dope. Lol on the end of the vid

[@outerlimitless]

Haha, glad you saw it to the end! That was an impressive performace by that blade! It's a beast!

[@flashforce699]

I got mine in Bronze , its a great knife .

[@outerlimitless]

I have something for you...can you reach out to me at [e-mail] . Thanks!

[@realUlfricStormcloak]

Where's the rest of that blade???

[@NICKGUTTED]

Knife review: 10/10 Acting: 2/10

[@outerlimitless]

So 6/10 overall average?

[@grandelfe]

That is far from a ordinary knife, and is heavy ,tough, and badass.

[@motoknivesandgunsbyjt]

That was entertaining

[@travissoff9521]

"I was a little bit nervous about beating on that tip aaaahhh"

[@outerlimitless]

Always gotta be a bit nervous...always let the tool do the work!

[@Hungrybird474]

Yaaaaaaaa

[@youtubethrowaway9324]

And how is the action now ? :)

[@outerlimitless]

It actually still MINT. The whole knife, apart from just some finger prints, is still in almost brand-new condition. I will be doing a follow up video to continue with this project. But so far...the only damage is the lanyard I cut by accident. Quite impressive. HOWEVER...I do believe this should be built with washers instead of bearings. You are absolutely correct about that. The amount of work I performed was still ok with the bearings, but I didn't push beyond what they FELT they could sustain. I think if I pushed harder I could break the knife...but that is to come!

[@youtubethrowaway9324]

OK 👍

[@doctoruttley]

🤯👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@shawnstpierre3689]

Anybody else wondering when this dude is ever gonna catch his breath argh, ouf, arrgh

[@michaelcampbell9541]

Should have used some of your arm hair to get that fire going

[@outerlimitless]

It would probably work... I'll actually try that one of these days... great idea!

[@michaelcampbell9541]

@@outerlimitless 😂🤣😂

[@adammcguinness9950]

That was entertaining I guess. You had so much dry tinder that you bought with you, the whole forest could’ve been saturated with water and you still would’ve had a fire. Fatwood, a fire briquette and dry shavings…..it was good for a laugh.

[@TBONE82]

With all that moaning my wife thought I was watching porno!!😱😱😱🤣

[@outerlimitless]

Did she like it?

[@TheArabConservative]

Shalom fellow jewjewBee

[@Zaque-TV]

AaaaAAaaahh

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

Instead of spending all that time chopping that wood into usable size, those branches could just be wedged between two trees, or a tree root, or even some boulders and pushed/pulled broken into smaller sizes. Any dry wood, in lengths of 10 feet or so can be effectively "chopped" up in this manner. Using a knife (any knife) for this purpose is rediculous. The Proponent is much more useful in the splitting of the wood to expose the dry inner wood.

[@outerlimitless]

Do you not realize the point of this entire video was ridiculous. It was a video do demonstration abusing the knife. None of this time needed to be spent... I could have gathered everything for that fire... But then no need for the video right?

[@The_knifeaholic]

He looks like discount Steve carell

[@Sleepwalkyr]

Could have side kicked that first tree down and save some calories. And less moaning lol Great vid though

[@ericwilliams3413]

How tf you gonna act out of breath for a while half hour dude

[@JimmyCasket02]

Don’t watch this without ear buds unless your by yourself the groaning and heavy breathing makes people look at you funny

[@edgodin1389]

A good test without the theatrics would have been better.

[@outerlimitless]

It was called having fun. Do you see how many videos I've produce? How many knife reviews I've done? You go do the same thing 1000+ times and tell me how easy it is to keep pushing forward. If I don't enjoy what I do I won't do it. So you can go watch someone else's standard video if you want... But I'll be here enjoying what I do... Even if theatrics from time to time.

[@Onizans]

Aaaaaaah

[@sAssclown]

*heavy breathing*

[@natetheaxebattles2898]

I had to watch the whole video on mute. Neighbors will think I couldn't get to the good spot in the freakin porn alread. jeez

[@danhertander4048]

OMG so bad

[@jaydorsett1580]

Sorry, i meant INCREDIBLY dumb

[@tomtjung]

Am I watching a knife field test or porn ?????

[@oregonbushcraftoutdoorchan5357]

The bible says that even the animals will turn against man in the last days. People running for the mountains will simply become animal fodder! The best course of action is become a believer upon Christ (1 Cor 15:1-4 & Eph 2:8-9) and escape (Rev 3:10, John 14:1-4, 1Thes 4:13-18) through the rapture what is to come.

[@outerlimitless]

Good thing I have a solid self defense blade to fend off the beasts! I'll survive as long as I can! Thanks for watching!

[@jonnyboat2]

Oregon Bushcraft & outdoor channel That’s what I tell people too. When we die, it’s only our bodies that die. We are eternal spirits that inhabit these bodies. We all live forever whether we are ready for it or not. We have the time that we’re here in our bodies to realize who and what we are and what this life is about. There’s only one way to the Father and that’s through Jesus. Otherwise, you live eternally without God, and if people knew what that entails, they wouldn’t want it. It’s a choice and we make it one way or another. Understanding and knowing who and what we really are and who made us and what He has for us all starts with a simple prayer. This life here is short and these bodies are like hour glasses that only last so long. No one can stop their body from dying, but we can be made right with God ensuring we have a place with Him eternally where real life as it should be starts.

[@jonnyboat2]

Oregon Bushcraft & outdoor channel It seems the full meaning of prophetic scripture is understood more clearly after it’s fulfilled. This may be one of those cases. What is a coronavirus? Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that cause disease in animals. Seven, including the new virus, have made the jump to humans, but most just cause cold-like symptoms. Two other coronaviruses - Middle East respiratory syndrome (Mers) and severe acute respiratory syndrome (Sars) - are much more severe, having killed more than 1,500 people between them since 2002. The new virus, officially called Covid-19, is also dangerous - so far, around 20 per cent of confirmed cases have been classed as severe or critical. So far, around 15 to 20 per cent of hospital cases have been classed as "severe" and the current death rate varies between 0.7 per cent and 3.4 per cent depending on the location and, crucially, access to good hospital care. This is much lower than fatality rates for Mers (30 per cent) and Sars (10 per cent), but still a significant threat. Scientists in China believe that Covid-19 has mutated into two strains, one more aggressive than the other, which could make developing a vaccine more complicated. It made the jump to humansfrom where it started, in animals.

[@corduroyepps4700]

I don't want S to HTF. I want it to go down the toilet and away from me likes it supposed to. God Bless America.

[@capttwitch]

I like the video idea but you showed that on that knife can save u in a day's worth but you should make a follow up or at the end of that video show the sharpness on a page or something thag edge could have been beat to hell therefore could have been a gorrible shtf knife, and pls we know it's a parody kinda of shtf because your just focusing on what the knife can do but the heavy breathing that was way too much man I would put more humour j took it and you will shine at the end instead of being super scared say something like damn their killing my chickens!!!! Or. J do t know. J thin NK k h would gain alot. More that wag just my opinion!

[@jeffb.3075]

This dude has been out of breath the entire 1/2 hour video, I felt like throwing him an inhaler or something. Whaddya smoke like 3 packs of Marlboro's a day? Nice beating on the knife review, but you need to work on the cardio before the SHTF, just sayin'

[@outerlimitless]

The whole video was a spoof with some actual hard use testing... did you miss the memo? Or did I need to point out captian obvious?

[@outerlimitless]

Just saiyn...

[@DG__3]

Why are you breathing so hard???? 😂😂😂😂😂

[@outerlimitless]

Bad acting...

[@DG__3]

​@@outerlimitlessLove it, lol.

[@jericosha2842]

You should groan and moan more. I don't think we heard enough.

[@angelus_solus]

Yeah, there's no way I'd spend the average price of $200 on such an ugly piece of steel...especially when the Osprey is only $53 on the knifecenter website.

[@outerlimitless]

You can also get $200 versions of the Osprey. Or the Proponent for $60. It just depends which version you buy.

[@mikarantanen180]

In Finland the g-10 version of Proponent is around 86€.