L.T. Wright GNS Bushcraft Knife Review, After One Year of Use!

#ltwright #knifereview #bushcrafttools After over 1 year of use I have become very familiar with this knife. Please tune in to watch me demonstrate its uses and give my thoughts.
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[@leemichel8199]

You say your not an expert feather sticker ! But, in my personal view ,your a heck of a lot better than loads of so called experts who review knives and are the worst at feather sticking I have seen ..I think your content is brilliantly put together and your honest , thorough, you have a lot of experience and your entertaining, so for me that makes you as professional as any expert... God bless you and your family and happy camping 🏕 🙏 😊 and happy new year to you and your family 👪..thanks for the hard work you put into the channel... lee

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks so much my friend, I appreciate your support and kind words👍☕️🔥⛺️

[@thomasgradine9433]

LT Wright knives are addicting. Got my first last year a Genesis then the Gen 3 and have an Outlander Machete on the way as we speak. I think the GNS Saber will be my next one 👍. Awesome quality well built knives.

[@Woodswalker1965]

That’s awesome, thanks so much for watching 👍

[@ramonrodriguez5728]

I own 4 LT Wright knives, the large northern hunter-flat grind(aeb-l), buchcrafter-flat grind(a2), genesis-flat grind(a2), gns-sabre grind(3v). Love them all.

[@Woodswalker1965]

That a awesome collection, well thought out I'd say. Thanks for sharing and enjoy those knives my friend👊

[@rickjohnson4009]

Like LT Wright's very much. I just made a trade with my brother. His LT Wright GNS Saber grind in O1. For my BHK Salt Fork also in O1 flat grind. Can't wait to get the GNS out into the Bush up here in Montana.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Good choices in knives Sir! I’ve owned a few BHK knives in my day and still own the Jump Jak. Enjoy that GNS👍

[@daryooshfatemi]

This is the very best video out of many I have watched with GNS as its superstar. I have already bought the LT Wright Trekker, not in my hand yet, but seems I have to get this one too. Thanks for this mesmerising video.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you, you're very kind! The Trekker looks pretty awesome to me and you won't be disappointed by the GNS as well! Take care👍

[@cctvspystore]

I also bought the Trekker in the Maple Paper Richlite, which handle did you get?

[@daryooshfatemi]

Mad Hatter Maple Paper :))

[@williamprendergast6510]

Another excellent video my friend,im still amazed at how easy you make feather sticks,great knife great skills.Stay safe Wade.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks so much my friend! I appreciate your support and comments! See you on the next one 👍

[@KevinOutdoors]

Great video Wade, beautiful knife!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Kevin, she is a beauty, I like it a lot! Still waist deep in the white stuff?

[@KevinOutdoors]

@@Woodswalker1965 No actually, we have had a nice warm spell and have lost 70-80% of it. +10C yesterday and today.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Very nice, a few patches of green in my area now. 🌞

[@rickjohnson4009]

My brother wants to trade me for my BHK Salt fork. He swears I will like the LT Wright GNS. he has the exact same one as yours. Found your review to be very informative. Showing the many Bushcraft skills the GNS can do. Thank you !

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks very much for watching and glad the video was helpful.

[@cimbrerbushcraft-vikingheritag]

Thanks Wade 👍🏻😁 looks like a great knife … and great tutorial of processing fire wood 🔥 It doesn’t seem that spring has arrived yet 🤔 still lots of snow 😏. Hope you’ll have a wonderful week 🌤 Atb Tom

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hey Tom thanks for watching. Spring is coming soon...I hope🌞🌲🌷🌻 haha. Take care my friend , talk to you soon! Wade

[@redhedkev1]

I appreciate the safety tips while batoning. I've seen MANY videos on KZbin about bushcrafting knives, processinging wood for fires, feather-sticking (You could spend an entire rainy Saturday just watching "feather-stick making" on KZbin) Yours was the first I've seen telling you which direction the blade should be, thumb on the pommel.... thank you!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you very much. I've seen too much dangerous use of knives on KZbin. I thought I would explain what I was doing so people can think about it when they are using their own knives. Take care my friend and thanks for watching 👍

[@snaponjohn100]

Great video Wade, my friend. I have several of the GNS Knives. I like them. I have the Scandi GNS in CPM-3V Dash 3V steel. God bless you. John

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hi John so nice to hear from you! I hope all is well brother, these are certainly strange times. Wade

[@mfavia620]

Very cool video Wade. The saber grind GNS performed flawlessly. Nice demo on the wood splitting and pot hook. I’ve got 3 LT Wright ‘s. My GNS is probably like 7 years old. It’s the Pout House SRO model (Dave Canterbury) in a Scandi. One of my favorites and most used knife. Thanks for sharing your video and look forward to seeing the next episode. Thanks again and ATB Mike

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Mike, sounds like you have a great collection, thanks for sharing that! Take care my friend👍

[@scottnorvell2955]

Great review. Based on this video I bought one in the Sabre grind. Love it!

[@Woodswalker1965]

That’s awesome! I just had mine out on my last camping vid. Still a keeper🔪👍

[@BushCraftBums]

Awesome video, review, and display of skills my friend! Thoroughly enjoyed! Thanks for sharing. Have a blessed one, and may the forest be with you!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks brother, nice to hear from you!👊😎

[@geoffreydlin8043]

Excellent demonstration of its capabilities!!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you for the kind comment my friend🔪👊

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Great execution of tasks and nice knife 👍🏻

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks so much Michael! I appreciate that👍

[@cmoore7780]

Great video as I've had mine for sometime and it's my main knife in my kit. I've got several but always go back to my gns

[@Woodswalker1965]

You can’t go wrong with this classic Woodlore design good choice my friend 👍

[@hikingwithrosy]

Great to see fire prep start to end done properly - and all with just one tool! Thanks mate! Great video! ATB, Mark.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks my friend. I think it's a great test for a bushcraft knife. Take care👍

[@JunkyardFox]

Great review buddy, the GNS is a classic

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks James much appreciated! Wade

[@gman6216]

Sold! I was debating between a GNS and Genesis, as well as a BHK Highlander. All great knives and sooo hard to choose. This helped a lot. Cheers!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for the feedback. All great choices my friend, enjoy that knife!👍

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Morning, Wade ; Great seeing your GNS put to the test & Performed without a hitch Thanks for the Tea ATB T God Bless

[@Woodswalker1965]

Good morning Terry, thanks for watching I always appreciate you stopping by to say hi!😀✌

[@steveb8001]

Excellent wood prep

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you my friend, I appreciate your support and kind words👍

[@seantanner1859]

Awesome video bud. I am a huge fan of the gns. I have 3 gns knives in different steels and grinds all of them are great knives.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Very cool😎. Thanks for sharing that! May I ask what your favorite grind is?

[@seantanner1859]

Woodswalker 1965 , it’s a toss up between scandi and sabre, but my favourite steel is A2

[@Woodswalker1965]

Very nice, thanks!

[@elwynsmith5092]

Looks like a good knife and you do have skills my man keep up the videos , Really enjoy your videos !!!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you very much for watching and for your kind words! 👊

[@chrisdolin1859]

I have several LT Wright knives.. I don’t have the GNS but am seriously thinking about getting one..! Cool vid brother..👍

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks brother much appreciated! Let me know if you pull the trigger on a GNS. Stay safe 👊

[@chrisdolin1859]

Woodswalker 1965 Ya mite have to put the brakes on ordering a new knife with what’s going on in the world.. My Genesis has served me well and with my new arrival of my LT Wright Frontier Valley.., they are a pretty good pair.. Mite be Rocking them indefinitely.. You stay safe as well my brother..!! Have a bad feeling about this one..

[@Woodswalker1965]

@@chrisdolin1859 These are serious times indeed brother👊Be safe

[@brettlashbrook8527]

Really nice review. Excellent knife. Thank you. All the best Brett.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Brett, much appreciated👍

[@pierrejohnson6264]

Just ordered same knife today. Direct from LT WRIGHT. Had the best price.

[@Woodswalker1965]

You will love it!

[@pierrejohnson6264]

@@Woodswalker1965 THANKS

[@projectknifehand]

Nice pack. I rock the same one. So far the best bushcrafty type pack I have seen for the price.

[@Woodswalker1965]

I have to agree with that, it's great! Take care and thanks for watching!

[@doctoordan]

“I’m not the best at feather sticks” he says while displaying a huge pile that would have scared Smokey Bear! I’m still using a Mora, if I decide to upgrade this knife may be on the list. When I decide on which one to get I’ll send you a link to my “go-fund-me” page. Enjoyed the video Wade.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Good morning my friend, thanks for watching!😀 Nothing wrong with a Mora, it can do a lot of work , enjoy it brother. Take care👊

[@KansasPrepper]

Boy Wade, that is a nice knife and the sheath is beautiful. I looked up both, well It will be a long while before I can afford that. Super sweet though. On my list for sure. Thank you as always for sharing with us.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks my friend. Keep your eyes peeled for used items on FB but and sell forums. Sometimes you can find a great deal. I appreciate your support! Take care 👍

[@abelrosario2918]

I have a GNS scandi and it’s wonderful.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Great I'd love to try a scandi from LT. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@beorngolden7923]

Great stuff Sr. Very nice

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks so much my friend take care 👍

[@isaiaseliseudasilva1006]

Hi Wade! What a great knife! Especially in the hands of a skilled bushcrafter like you. Thanks for sharing the video! Greetings from Brazil! 🇧🇷🌳🌲🏕🔥

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you so much my friend! I appreciate your kind words but I have a long way to go in my skills though 😀👍. Take care!👊

[@ForsytheBushcraftBlades]

Great video! Love long term reviews!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you! Long term reviews carry more weight with me as well. Thanks for watching!👍

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Been looking at the GNS since it came out. Love the sabre grind. And oh yeah, not bad bushcraft skills there Wade😉. Thanks for sharing

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hello Mark , thanks very much! I enjoyed watching the haversack build this morning and I'm looking forward to your other projects my friend. Take care!👍

[@davidbarnhart6228]

Nice knife! AWESOME campfire! :)

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you, I enjoyed that fire too👍🔥Take care!

[@christopherfletcher375]

Awesome review!! It's great seeing actual hard use of a great tool!. Very intuitive and great execution of the skill sets for fire prep. Heard so much about L.T. Wright knives, read a lot of reviews of guys demonstrating this and that, how it works for this or that. But seeing how you were able to show its function properly was just refreshing. Really enjoyed the video and actually subscribed! Looking forward to owning my first LTW blade!! Awesome, awesome stuff.!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks very much for watching and of course for subscribing and commenting! Drop me a line when you get your LT and let me know how you like it! Take care!

[@christopherfletcher375]

Dropping the line!! Picked up the L.T. Wright GNS in the scandi grind....an absolute awesome blade....the ergos are so spot on..it just feels amazing!! It handles like a beast. Feather sticking no problem ...hot spots ..so far I've not felt any...I just love this little knife. And I've paired the gns with the uberleben pro fire steel... I highly encourage checking those out...really nice fire steels. Fall is around the corner and I'm stoked about putting my gns through so grit and grime!!! Thanks so much for the video!! I found it super helpful and it really sealed the deal on my LT purchase...and possibly a few more!

[@Woodswalker1965]

That's awesome to hear, actually at the moment it's my most used knife for sure! I'm glad my review was useful to you buddy. Enjoy!

[@onedollah49]

Have been looking to purchase a Genesis model but after your video will look more closely at it’s little brother.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Both really good knives can’t really fault either one of them. The main difference is the genesis has a rounder neutral handle. The GNS has more of a contoured handle. It’s just your preference. Both a slightly different blade design as well. I have both I couldn’t decide lol thanks very much for watching my friend 👍

[@SouthernPatriot1]

Great review, Wade, and btw you have some pretty mad featherstick skills, my friend! Awesome video. God bless you and yours, take care, Nikki.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you Nikki!👍👊

[@SouthernPatriot1]

Woodswalker 1965 👊👍👍 you’re very welcome 😊

[@martinmiller1087]

Greetings Woodswalker. ... I've owned an LT Wright GNS for a couple years. Mine's also saber ground, but in 3V steel with drunken coffee bag micarta scales, fish eye bolts, brass lanyard tube and dangler sheath. It's my only saber ground knife. As you have, I also find it very capable at batonning. The sharpened spine is very useful for scraping and striking sparks. I much prefer the saber grind to a scandi, a full flat grind, or a hollow grind for a fire-making camp knife. For my money, some of Bark River's high convex grinds on general purpose knives are also in the running for all around EDC consideration. Within my battery of fixed blades, I consider the GNS to be a nearly ideal EDC woods knife. It excels at camp chores. It's certainly pointy enough should you need to defend yourself from belligerent mammals. In my opinion, if those mammals are bipedal, you haven't gotten far enough into the woods yet! The GNS doesn't have enough belly for me to consider it to be a field dressing knife for big game. I think the hollow grind with a nice belly comes into its own when performing that task. ... Incidentally, our Alaskan bull moose is the big brother in the clan with your Ontario moose and those tiny Maine moose. LOL. ... I own several small, traditional puukko style scandi ground knives and enjoy using them. But, I consider them to be rather specialized for woodcrafting in camp. If I carry one, it is in the pack for puttering around in camp, rather than in a place of honor on my belt where my GNS rides. ... I like a Silky 170mm Pocket Boy with fine tooth blade for hard wood, bone and antlers; the large tooth blade for conifers. ... I use a tub of Obenaufs LP to nourish and protect my leather. I apply it with my fingers. When I'm finished, both my hands are usually a bit "oily". Some of the coffee bag burlap on my GNS handle is exposed from the grinding when it was shaped by LT's crew. So I thoroughly rub down the handle with my Obenaufs wet hands before washing them. I like the protection, feel, grip and appearance that process does for the handle. A quick strop, and its ready for another walk in the woods. ... I'm enjoying and learning from your videos which I recently discovered and now subscribe to. Thanks for posting them. Til next time ... ...

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for watching and for the great comment my friend. I do love coffee bag micarta scales very nice. You know your knives that's clear. I agree about Scandis , they can be quite fragile. I've just started using a Scandi in 3v and I must say I'm pretty impressed, so further testing is required lol. Take care and thanks for the sub👍

[@scotthill6807]

I've had this same knife for three years and really like it. I like the sabre grind on the thicker blade stock. If you want a thinner blade that's a great slicer and all around great camp knife try the LT Wright Bushcrafter HC. I've had that for a couple of years and it's become my favorite. Enjoyed the video, thank you. Thumbs up from me.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Scott I'll keep that in mind. I appreciate your support and comment!👍

[@paulygoneoutdoors2958]

Thanks for sharing, think i will be picking one up for myself. Good looking lid also ....

[@Woodswalker1965]

That's awesome to hear! If you do pick one up let them know over at LT you saw my video if you dont mind. Take care and thanks for noticing the lid😏👍

[@catskills7791]

Great video! LT, Scotty and the rest of the crew make some fantastic knives. I’ll be sure to check out your video where you did the food prep because while I prefer a scandi for wood work a sabre is a great all around knife.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for the comment buddy, much appreciated. I'm a fan of Sabre Grinds as well for the very reason you said!👍

[@Beowulfsurvival]

I received my first ltwk in the mail today, purchased a Marksman with Koa wood scales, I absolutely love the fit and finish of it and a GNS is next on my list, thanks for your review it earned you a like and new subscriber here.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Awesome I really appreciate your support my friend. My GNS is actually my most carried knife, love it! Enjoy that Marksman👌

[@greywolfwalking6359]

Good review! I have a knife that I' ve had for over 42 years .. It is still going strong! It was an issue from my military days ! Thanks for sharing! ATB👍😎👍!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hello my friend, that's awesome to have a trusted tool for so long!Take care and stay safe👍👊

[@schnarutdelgnarff8135]

Your decal-mail received me today, Thanks Wade. Took it on my Stanley-can (or whatever it is called in english, sorry about that😉) Looks pretty cool on it. People, those of you who doesent know by now: Great guy, great Channel -> absolutly worth it to subscribe

[@Woodswalker1965]

Awesome glad you received it! Take care!👊

[@billyblastoff7027]

Great video Woodswalker you look to be an expert on making feather sticks it is not meant to look pretty just make fires. I have the mantis outdoors knife made by LT Wright I am rough on my equipment he made 200 of them for Will Myers on his channel Mantis outdoors. Love that knife and it is built very rugged. Have a great week and hope to see you soon.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks my friend that looks like a nice blade for sure, thanks for sharing. I have my eye on a Lagom in the future. Take care 👍

[@ralphedwards5849]

Really liked this video. I have the LTWK Sospes. It's a great knife and I love it. I'll be gifting my brother an LT and possibly buying myself one as well for Christmas/December birthdays. I believe I will do the GNS

[@Woodswalker1965]

Awesome, let me know how the GNS treats you my friend!👍

[@bobkirchner2583]

Great video! Entertaining and informative as usual.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for all your support, it's very much appreciated my friend!

[@KevinCar-jx1jw]

Great video. I've got three Lt wright knives 2 gns an lagom .for all around good at everything I'd have to say the gns saber is my favorite.

[@Woodswalker1965]

It's becoming one of my favorites as well. I think maybe a Lagom is in my future! Thanks for watching my friend!👍

[@SantiagoMenendez]

Awesome blade! I’m saving up for an outback with a sabre grind as well. Great demo and skills Wade. Thanks for the upload.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks brother, that Outback looks awesome. There's a few LTs I've got my eye on as well!

[@bubba7626]

Great review! I have one in CPM 3V Scandi grind and want one in O! tool with a sabre grinde. Love this knife!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Very nice! CPM-3V is a awesome steel, especially for a scandi. Thanks for watching🔪🌲👍

[@59chevt]

Wade, looks like a great knife. enjoyed the video.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks brother, always great when you stop by to say hi!👍

[@markbailey2981]

Good morning Wade..... excellent video brother :) I have a couple of LT's knives, one being the GNS. Great knives!! I haven't tried the sabre grind version, but I have a couple of other knives with sabre grinds and I like them. Have a nice day, all the best, Mark :)

[@Woodswalker1965]

Good morning Sir. Nice to hear from you mate! Take care and talk to you soon! 👍Wade

[@rdpauley9824]

I’m now a LT Wight fan. 👍

[@Woodswalker1965]

You cant go wrong brother!👍

[@royjones59344]

Excellent review

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you very much!

[@tpav4291]

Great video. I just got my first LT Wright yesterday. A GNS in A2 steel. I have to say it seems like a very well made knife, I’m very excited to take it out into the bush this weekend. The handle is nice and roomy, not cramped at all, and the blade shape is really useful. Great video 👍🏽

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you my friend! Have fun with your new blade!👍

[@thewimpycamper7692]

Great overview Wade! It’s officially on my wish list now 😄👍

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Michelle, glad you found it useful. Sorry about making that list a bit longer lol. Take care.

[@inspectorclouseau3880]

Thanks buddy for the video

[@Woodswalker1965]

You're welcome, and thanks to you for watching!

[@bobhabsolute4995]

I have the GNS with the scandi grind and 3v steel. I am often wondering if I should have choose the saber grind. The 3v steel I love, it takes a very fine edge and will hold for a long time. If I strop the blade regularly I don’t have to sharpen it. It’s my first cpm steel knife and the only thing you need to be aware of is to not get the edge too fine as it will obviously roll, it’s just worth mentioning because it surprises me how easy it gets this fine edge. Great video.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks very much for the info!👍I just got my first 3v blade a few months back actually in Scandi. I'm liking the 3v that's for sure, especially in a Scandi, the extra toughness helps out a lot!

[@bobhabsolute4995]

Woodswalker 1965 To be honest, I think I have sharpened my knife only once so I am probably not on the best steel of this knife. Unfortunately, I dropped it on a rock once and ,at first, I believed that I had lost my very fine tip (the tip of the tip) only to realize it had rolled: thank you 3v.

[@redcanoe14]

Wade, this is a good, honest and thorough review...well done! This knife reminds me of the knife I built for my own use, it started as a scandi grind and I deepened the grind and made it more like a 'scandi vex sabre', the blade on my knife has a more acutely radiused sweep on the first 1.5" from the tip...then a straight cutting edge back to the handle. Typically I like a sweeping edge/ belly on my blades for the full length of the cutting edge and, like you I prefer 4" or less. blade length...much more power and control :)

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hey Chris, thanks very much, I appreciate that! This blade is a bit out of my comfort but like many things we can get used to it and after a while really enjoy it. I particularly like how robust the edge is, very strong. Take care👍

[@AdirondackBadger]

Great video man. This is the next knife on my list.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Sweet, you'll love it! Thanks for watching👍

[@Scottles293]

Great review thanks

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you, much appreciated!

[@spider5001]

Great job friend🙂 i think the GNS is about the only I haven’t owned lol. Never had a saber from them either. I’ve had a genesis, camp MUK, Lagom, Boat tail Scandi, and a 2nd gen native survival from LT. All had to be sold for medical issues in the family. My favorite of them all was the Lagom. You really do a great job of narrating the videos👍🏻 I just recieved an adventure sworn Mountaineer the other day. I did a one stick fire video with it. Didn’t say one word😐 it would be great for some tips on making videos. Glad you like your knife so much friend🙂 stay warm

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hello my friend, I'm glad you liked the Lagom because it would be my next choice from LT. The A.S. is a gorgeous blade well done! I'll check out your channel👍👊 🍻

[@LTWrightKnives]

Great video! Thanks!

[@richardcranium6554]

A fan of the simple Mora, putting handles on blanks,(mad fun:) I recently purchased a Viking blade blank from Helle. Laminated carbon. Absolutely love it. I rarely leave my own woods here, which is a nice blend of trees, but where i camp, there are tons of softwoods. Those dead bottom branches are perfect for me. I rarely need to baton. When i do, I break out my Gerber Strongarm. (The one knife they got right lately:) Love the vids, wade. Thanks for making them. You went a bit overboard on the feathersticks, tho:) Glad you love your knife. Maybe someday. But then theres bark river....sigh. so many knives, so few dollars. Ha. Be well.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks a lot my friend! I've actually heard a lot of good things about the Strongarm, glad you like it. So many great knives out there it can get very addictive! Take care buddy!👍

[@drewlucero3916]

Awesome thanks for sharing 📸 👍🏻 👍🏻 👍🏻 👍🏻 📸🙏

[@Woodswalker1965]

I appreciate your support my friend!👍👊

[@nicholasallan9248]

Some of if not the best production bushcraft knives. My GNS scandi 3v performs as well as any if my customs

[@Woodswalker1965]

I agree completely, great knives and great value. Thanks for watching my friend!👍

[@joesanders6898]

The knife of my dreams.

[@Woodswalker1965]

It sure is nice! Take care and thanks for watching 👍

[@roseprendergast6572]

Wade you have to get a Kelly Kettle,that kindling you had would run a Kelly Kettle for two weeks seriously.I don't have a LT Wright but I'm sure going to get one,looks and cuts like the Bark River Gunny or Bravo.Greetings from Ireland Wade,long time subscriber.How are you keeping in these strange times.Stay safe my friend. 🤠✌

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hello my friend thanks for the recommendation on the Kelly Kettle, they do look pretty efficient👍. I hope you're well. I'm doing ok, just a bit of an injury I'm waiting surgery on so vids have been sparse lately. Let me know if you get a LT and if you like it.👍

[@huejanus5505]

Did enjoy the video, and liked the knife too. I'm a fan of sabre and high scandi grinds. They work well for what i do. I do tend to drop the points more on my knives to give it more of a spearpoint, but maybe i should just man up and get one like yours that's ready to go. I picked up a jakaripuukko from varustaleka about 1.5 years ago and love that thing. Costs about $20 in duty when it arrives. Check them out, all kinds of cool stuff.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks very much, I appreciate that! The Jakaaripuuko looks like a great knife to me at a great price. Everybody who owns one seems to rate it highly. Maybe one day! Take care👍

[@craigturton4940]

Great vid mate.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks very much, I appreciate it!👍

[@BackcountryKing]

Missed this in notifications .. giving it a watch now

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Steve, cant catch em all! Lol. Take care👍

[@SpartanEDSWarrior]

nice video thanks for sharing

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you my friend!👍

[@pinkiewerewolf]

My GNS has been my go to knife since I got it a couple of years ago. The 3V steel is pretty wonderful stuff. My one complaint with the knife is going to get corrected, I’m sending it in to LT’s to get thumb scallops , it’ll be the perfect all around Bushcraft knife then.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Cool, that might be a good little mod to do. Let me know how it turns out👍

[@pinkiewerewolf]

@@Woodswalker1965 I definitely will. 👍

[@luketcg]

How'd it go? And did they charge to mod it for you? I'm in the market for a belt knife and I'm considering a gns saber or a lt rogue river convex (from knivesshipfree)-any thoughts?

[@pinkiewerewolf]

@@luketcg Even before the pandemic I had some things come up. Illness in the family. I haven’t sent it in yet. I’ll have to wait until life stabilizes. The saber works OK. I think I’d go with the convex edge. The saber’s strength is in splitting but the convex is universally good.

[@JEFLeb35712]

Tha was a few feather sticks. Nice demo prep for a successful fire.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks brother, much appreciated!

[@amo757]

Excellent review; subscribed.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you very much my friend!

[@snowpuppy77]

This is a very nicely executed knife review. No doubt that scandies are a real pleasure to use, I will always use them, but the edge is simply not as strong as a saber grind. The quality of the steel and the handle are a biggest priority to me then having the right geometry for the task. There will always be compromises when it comes to geometry. I think you summarize it well that it is a good all around camp knife with good versatility. I may eventually upgrade my knife and will put L.T. Wright on my shortlist. I am also considering a nice Bark River. May come down to which one I am more confident to effectively sharpen in the field.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for watching my friend! I agree with what you have said for sure! I appreciate your support and input. It's great to try out different styles, grinds and steels. Take care buddy!👍

[@Berniewojewski]

Nice knife. I like the spear point. I only have 2 knives. My first one is the Condor Bushlore. Spear point. My second is the Garberg carbon. I find the spear point is so much easier to sharpen evenly. I have difficulty with the garberg tip.

[@Woodswalker1965]

I agree with the comment on the Garberg it takes a bit of practice Thanks for sharing Bernie 👍

[@max_fjellstorm]

I never really liked the ltw knives since they aren’t that common over here in Germany but I find this design is there best by far! Especially the Sabre grind version is an Allround bush tool

[@Woodswalker1965]

I do really like the GNS design. I actually bought a Genesis about one year ago and enjoy using it as well. A very well made semi custom knife in my opinion. Thanks very much for watching👍

[@max_fjellstorm]

@@Woodswalker1965 as you own a real Skookum bushtool, would you say it’s Performance is a lot better then your other knives? Is there something really special about the Skookum that makes it that much better?

[@Woodswalker1965]

The Skookum is a special knife because of its heritage. Mors Kochanski had a direct hand in the design and Rod Garcia executed it beautifully. At the end of the days it's just a knife and many excellent copies have been made. A outstanding one is made by Robert Evans in the U. K. The GNS is a Woodlore copy, another classic design by Ray Mears. The GNS probably performs much like the original. They all work well my friend, have fun out there. 👍🔪

[@randygarmon7382]

Great video review, looks like you put it through some fair tasks. If you were going to have only one knife would the LT Wright be the one? Thanks for sharing.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for watching. The GNS is very capable and I think it could be a great one knife option, paired up with a saw and axe. I would hate to limit myself to one though lol! Great question my friend and thanks for sharing!👍

[@loaferx5409]

Great job Brother Wade! The LT love runs deep over here. At last count I had well over 30 of them, with probably 20 different models. If you ever want to test drive something, I might be able to help you out. We can arrange a drop off at Ere's over a giant pizza.

[@Woodswalker1965]

I can see why you love LT so much Doug. I've really enjoyed this knife over the past year, I think a Lagom may be in my future. And you had me at Eres my friend lol. We should be down that way this fall😎👊!

[@alexandergutfeldt1144]

I'm no fan of battoning. My office jockey hands tire fast and my wrists ache when I whack the knife. So I prefer to use a hatchet to process down to ca 1/2 to 1 inch thickness. But from there one I use the knife too, since I perceive it to be faster and safer. That is one cool knife you have there, btw. Unfortunately it would be way too expensive to buy from overseas (I'm in Switzerland). Shipping an taxes add up!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks very much my friend, I normally use a axe or a hatchet for most of my fire prep but this knife handled the tasks very well. I really appreciate your input and support!😀👍

[@paulsoutdooradventures1790]

It's a lovely knife and sheath not had the chance to try and use a saber grind but one day lol great video wade 👍🤞

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Paul, much appreciated my friend!

[@paulsoutdooradventures1790]

Woodswalker 1965 more then welcome mate love your videos the camping ones and the reviews etc etc I find a pleasure in watching the landscape u have to go to to be able to camp in and to hike walk and so much more THANKYOU for sharing 👌👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@buzzboykin9982]

Just got my GNS in 3V steel today. I think it will beat out my Bark River Bravo 1 Lt as my favorite. Squinch bigger handle and just a bit grippier. But, I got the convex grind and did not expect the large secondary bevel. I see that its there for edge strength because the blade is thinner than the Bark river, but I don't baton so it has to go to create a real convex. I see some serious waterstone time coming!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Sounds awesome brother. I agree the secondary on a convex probably isnt necessary. Enjoy!

[@sticksnstones5407]

I much prefer the sabre grind over the scandi for durability and versatility. The Scandi grind is great with wood and that's it. The sabre grind is better for food prep, opening tins and much easier to sharpen than the scandi.

[@Woodswalker1965]

I agree, scandi has its place but a sabre grind is more durable and multi purpose! Thanks for watching👍

[@bosse641]

Sure want one. Very nice knife. How do you sharpen it ? I have no experience with saber grind. Maybe a video on the sharpening of it ?

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hi John, thanks for watching my friend. I talk about it briefly in this video. Sharpening is easy, and to be honest quite fast once you find the right angle. Take care! kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5nLXomAj8Zgnrc

[@Sharpbevel]

Really excellent video. I may have missed it, what steel is this? I have this knife in 3V.

[@Woodswalker1965]

3V is my favorite steel but this one is 01 I believe, possibly A2? I absolutely love this knife! Thanks for watching my friend👍

[@barra650]

I bought my GNS scandi with orange liners a month ago here in Australia . All in all a good solid knife and happy to have it on my belt . The thing is , I'm a bit disappointed with the quality . The handle pins have gaps , the lanyard hole has sharp and ragged egdes and out of the box the knife was no where as sharp as a Mora . I want to buy the Genises when one becames available , but I'm a bit wary now .

[@Woodswalker1965]

Wow that's unfortunate. I would take it up with LT, they are known for producing great quality knives at their price point. I'd love a Genesis as well, maybe one day!

[@johnlavoy3256]

Love your videos, very informative. Could you tell us or do a video on the fero rod you use if there is a brand you like better than another

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks very much John! I will mention ferro rods in a future video! 👍

[@IsleofWightBushcraft]

Like your batoning method. I came over to your channel and subbed you, from campfire gossips channel, he did a review of our channels.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Yes I saw your channel as well, I'm on my way over to say hi!👋 Campfire Gossip is a very interesting channel and he does a great job I think👍. Take care brother👍, Wade

[@IsleofWightBushcraft]

Woodswalker 1965 you too Wade, thanks bud

[@mityjoeyoung8855]

How are you liking the GNS saber grind ? Any hot spots with that knife handle ? & How is that grind working for you ? Do you prefer a saber grind over a scandi ? & why... Maybe you can answer when you have time thanks man. I've watched all your videos & liked them very much.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hello my friend. Having owned the GNS for over a year and it being my main belt knife over the last several months I can say I have no issues with it. The handle is comfortable for me, it works great for me. As far as Scandi vs Saber I have no preference. The Saber is more robust I will say that for sure. I find that once you get using any grind, saber, scandi, flat, convex you adjust for it and it becomes very natural. Hope that helps maybe I'll chat about that in a future video. Take care, Wade👍

[@mityjoeyoung8855]

@@Woodswalker1965 No problem thank you. I only ask because I have heard a few slightly complain about the handle area closest to the blade being a little to narrow. I am considering getting one just not sure between the GNS or Genesis. I'm worried about hand fatigue and which one would suit me best. But thanks for the response. Any information is helpful. Glad you like it I'm sure.its anger at knife. It sure looks nice.

[@mityjoeyoung8855]

@@Woodswalker1965 I'm sure it's a great knife * My phone likes to speak for me sorry about tbe.type O

[@sturmgewehr70]

Good review! Where did you pick up that firesteel?

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you very much! I actually made the Ferro rod myself. It's a pretty simple process actually Take care👍

[@schnarutdelgnarff8135]

Hi Wade, thanks for the video. My eagleeye discovered a Woodswalkersticker on your can. Do you sell some own stuff now? Would be cool. The Knife is a nice one, no question, but i like the privateer more. Anyways, unfortunatly i own none of them... thats why my opinion just base on my visual preferences. Have a good time in the woods, i'm looking Forward to your next upload.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks very much for watching and commenting my friend! If you email me your address I'll mail you a decal. I have a limited amount😏

[@OUTDOORS55]

The lt wrights have quite the reputation. Great looking knife, saber grind, loveless bolts, and hard to beat o1👍

[@Woodswalker1965]

Loveless bolts lol, I swear it was on the tip of my tongue! I'm loving this saber grind , absolutely! Take care, Wade

[@airpaprika]

Next to Koster Bushmaster, my favourite bushcraft knife

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for commenting my friend. It's certainly in my top 3 knives for sure!👍

[@airpaprika]

@@Woodswalker1965 Which are other two? By the way, I truly enjoy your channel. Thank you for that.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Great question haha. My top 3 changes quite often but I use a BHK Jump Jak quite a bit and my Mora Garberg in SS is always handy for canoe tripping or wet weather camping. Triple X knives are a favorite company as well, I've just received another knife from them. It's always changing my friend!

[@jeff6989]

Do you like your triplex knives better then the lt. wright knives? What knives would you say is better quality? witch knives do you like better?

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hi Jeff, that's a great question but a real tough one! Knives are pretty person, I enjoy using both of them. You couldnt go wrong with either. Thanks for watching my friend!👍

[@Woodswalker1965]

I do like the thinner blade stock on the LT. 1/8 inch is my preferred thickness.

[@elwha6025]

Good video! LT makes awesome blades. What did you put on the handle to darken it? Or is that just from use?

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you my friend. What you are seeing is a natural patina. I usually polish the flats of my blade with a product called Autosol but left this one alone. I quite like it! Thanks for watching and commenting my friend!👍

[@FWild-eb1rd]

Whats the reason why you choosed the saber grind over the scandi? :) great review

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks you very much. I have several scandi grinds, I've tried convex so I was ready for a saber grind. They all work, they just cut slightly different. Thanks for watching👍

[@FWild-eb1rd]

@@Woodswalker1965 and which one is your favorite grind? I know both are great

[@Woodswalker1965]

Well favorite I'm not sure but I've been using this saber almost exclusively lately and I'm very comfortable with it and it is very robust Great for fine feather sticks. I like flat, saber and scandi equally. Sorry I couldnt give you a definitive answer my friend but that's the best I can do. 👍

[@FWild-eb1rd]

@@Woodswalker1965 thank you my friend. Maybe If you got time can you make a short tutorial how to sharpen the Saber? I found your channel via sharpening and testing the Bob

[@Woodswalker1965]

Sure I'll try to fit it in. Not really an expert though, I get them sharp despite my technique.

[@hsaurid]

Hi Wade, thanks for the video. How have you found gripping the micarta handle under different conditions? That is, wet, dry, bare hands, gloved, sweaty, slimy, oily, and any other conditions where a sure grip may be problematic. Thanks!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for watching buddy. So actually I find the grip on this micarta pretty good but I modified it slightly. From the factory it's a high polished finish but I gave it a scuff with sandpaper to roughen it up slightly. Much better now👍