Wow! SOG Force Survival Knife Review - Best Survival Knife Under $100?

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thank you for what you do! We appreciate the volunteer firefighters. Good to hear that you are impressed with the SOG Force. Have a great day!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Yes... I know... and I agree... most people don't care about throwing their survival knife. I just happen to enjoy throwing so I do... But honestly, knife throwing can be a practical survival skill if you develop the ability to throw any knife that you have. Practicing is a bit hard on knives though, so I don't really recommend to everyone. BK2 is on my list. But my list is pretty full. Lots of great knives out there. Thanks for the comment! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Yep... still making my way through the BG Line up... just don't want to burn everyone out on it. Just posted my review of the BG Scout Essentials Kit... Enjoy! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks for the comment. Glad you found the review to be helpful! Take care. ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks for the encouragement. Yes... all the Schrade Extreme Survival knives are promising... reviews on the way... ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Good question! The biggest problem with using anything as a throwing knife is the abuse the knife takes when it doesn't stick. Secondly, little slices get taken out of throwing knife handles as they hit or are hit by other knives... So, I don't think the handle will break... it's tough... but on the Force I use for throwing, the handle is nicked up quite a bit! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Yes. Unfortunately I don't make enough casholla to buy most of the knifes and pieces of gear I review... so I depend on companies to send me gear to review... I have approached them and they have not responded. I would certainly review their stuff if they wanted to send me a knife or two. I expect at some point they will... more and more companies are interested in having us review their gear. Thanks for the comment and suggestion! Maybe I'll approach them again at some point. ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Grind is simply the angle at which each side of the blade is cut. Most survival knives have somewhere around a 40 degree blade angle... or a 20 degree grind on each side of the blade. Hope this helps...

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Wow! That is a tough question... there are pluses and minuses to just about every knife. And I have new "favorites" coming in all the time... To top my list I carry 1 or 2 knives always... either the Gerber Covert or the Schrade 1st Response. When I carry a larger knife I usually grab my Gerber LMF II ASEK. But I have a lot of knives that I have not reviewed yet that look promising.

[@BByahz]

I watch this channel religiously, and would just like to say thank you for all the things you've taught me David. Your reviews are extremely helpful and I've actually purchased some of them simply because of your reviews. You are the ultimate survival authority. Thanks again man

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

If you can live without the butt end pommel, I like the Cold Steel SRK also. Check out my review on this channel. I also like the Schrade First Response and the Gerber Hinderer Tactical folders for a clip on all day carry knife for many situations. Both have butt end pommels and strap / cloths cutters also... These are the two knives I carry all the time. Reviews will be coming on the folders early in 2013. Hope this helps. ~ David

[@SmokeRingsPipeDreams]

I clicked that link in the description and ordered my SOG Force from there (amazon) and got a great deal, thank you and thanks for the great review!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Excellent comment! Yes, my LMF II is showing quite a bit of wear also... I love the handle but the rubberized grips do wear quite a bit quicker. FYI... if your LMF II handle wobbles... I'd contact Gerber and see if they will replace it... worth a try. ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Hey Glen... Thanks for the encouragement! Actually in 2013 - Kershaw selected us as one of 10 reviewers they are going to send knives too... so I'll be doing some Kershaw reviews in the future... We're already on SOGS list of reviewers... was there some model in particular... Maybe I already have it here... Thanks for the suggestion! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

A very sharp fine blade that you maintain the edge well. Or a part serrated edge... I EDC knives like the Gerber Hinderer Tactical Combat folder... tough as nails, good steel, serrated edge for many tasks. Hope this help.

[@MistaWok]

Ive had this knife for about five months now because of this review, and its the best! ive cut down two trees, and even split wood with it. The grip seems to be great for me. the blade is just a monster, i love it! thank David for the awesome review

[@InjunOutdoors]

David, based on your review,I purchased the SOG Force. Am very impressed with it. Have not had to use it yet, but it stays in my ( volunteer ) fire department EDC pack. After the 2011 fires we went through in Texas, I made a pack to carry on every call. Still tweaking the contents but have got it down to what I need. Thanks for the great reviews!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Yeah. Heard about the Parang recall... contacted Gerber and got the "scoop." Gerber acted very responsibly and is replacing all Parangs... Mine is going back tomorrow. I'm almost through the Bear Grylls gear (you'll be glad to hear that) and have a lot of other non Gerber gear coming up. More stuff from SOG, some cool stuff from Old Timer and Schrade... But also have some other great, Made in the USA, Gerber gear to review also... Thanks man. ~David

[@staylor450]

Keep up the series Dave, it keeps getting better and better.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Ben, I'm honored! You don't have to worry about 10 videos a day though... Man, if I could do only 2 or 3 videos a week that would be cool. We have a really packed and AWESOME line up of knife and gear reviews through the Fall and Winter but I as per your request, I have approached Scorpion Knives - the manufacturer of the Lofty Survival tool to see if they will send me a knife to review sometime this Fall. Looks like good stuff! We'll see how it goes. The ball is in their court! Thanks! ~David

[@gregingemunson5127]

I’ve had this knife for 3 years. Play in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Outstanding knife.

[@Petrichorscreen]

NOW THIS IS A QUALITY REVIEW! Thank you good sir, i wish more people would post such detailed and relevant reviews.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Yeah... I don't know if the grip is a "problem"... it's just not great for chopping for more than a few minutes unless you don't mind horrendous blisters... This won't effect most people at all... it's just a bit of a design feature thing. I like paracord better than electrical tape though. Thanks bro! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Do you have one? Looks interesting... Not sure how the saw back will hold up to bushcraft... Could not find where the steel composition is published.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks! Cool that you have been enjoying your knife.

[@kostya121212]

I love the dedication! Not everyone will break a car window for a knife review.

[@benkenobi229]

I love your videos because they are concise and to-the-point. I think I have watched this video more than any other video on youtube. Thanks for the great reviews. I finally just got this knife after watching a ton of reviews on 5-8 in survival knives.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

SRK is a great knife. And is on "the list." Probably won't be until early winter though before I can get to reviewing it. If cold steel wants to send one my way I might work it in earlier... haa, haa... Have a great night bro! ~ David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Depends what you want to do. For a general survival / utility knife the force. For a tactical knife the Seal Team. Take care. ~David

[@calebmoody9175]

i think its awsome how your reviews cover all the points

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks for the help...

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Hard for me to make the call. Depends on what you want in a knife. If you want a heftier blade point and thicker drop point blade end for survival stuff I'd go with the Force. If you want the clip point blade tip (better for piercing) for military or tactical use and really want the rasps on the blade spine, go with the Seal Team Elite. Plus the Seal Team Elite does look cooler. But I'd be a bit more concerned about the tip snapping than the SOG Force. Hope this helps. ~ David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks for the compliment bro! I used to be in corporate marketing for years... I am so glad now that I can work at home, test cool gear and just speak my mind on stuff without having to please anyone. If I worked for SOG or Gerber or any other brand that may be compromised... Cool comment though... Thanks again. You will like your SOG Force knife. Let me know how it goes. Blessings ~ David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks! Glad you like what we do! ~ David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

General use... go with the SRK... more comfortable handle but no pommel...

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Hmmm, interesting Andrew. I'd just stick with the GRN handle... it works really good. I would just use gloves if I had to use it for a few hours... if I had them in my pack, that is. Thanks for the comment man! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

It really depends what you want / need and how much you want to spend. For less than $40... I have not seen a better survival knife for bushcraft and general survival abuse than the Extreme Survival (see my review if you have not yet). If you want more of a tactical / military knife you will definitely want the SOG. My recommendation, save up and grab both... you'll be glad you did. ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

"Straight to the point"... I like it! Hey, yeah... it is truly my pleasure... I have a great "job." Comments like yours make all the late nights up till 2 AM working on video reviews worth it! Have a really blessed day! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

???? Nope... have both... they are WAY different... but no matter. Do you have the SRK?

[@ukpiktonraq7451]

I liked your review of this knife, however, I prefer a bk9 , for those who don't know this knife, it's reviews are awesome. as a citizen of Alaska, survival is key too everyday life here. The Ka Bar becker line is one of the best line of knives, I have seen. My personal choice is the BK9. I urge you too look at this as an all around survival knife. Oh, yes it's heavy, but in our changing climates, and never knowing the changing situations from hour too hour, I prefer a somewhat heavier knife for all work. I got mine from Amazon for about $80 with shipping. hey keep up the reviews, it's nice too watch, an form real world opinions.

[@stevemartin4696]

You even make negative points sound nice, really enjoy your reviews.

[@Melonos]

Hey, really like your reviews mate. Well done and great job.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Hey... thanks Kevin for the heads up... I'll check the links... Thanks for the encouragement and support bro. Take care man! ~David

[@horrorfan13666]

Taiwan. I own the knife, and love it. It was one of my first experiences with a higher-end knife, and a big reason why I don't judge a knife by country of origin.

[@pauldodds6271]

You guys make the best reviews, I really appreciate all of the effort you put forth, keep up the great work! This review was super helpful!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Oh... no comparison... the SOG Force for bushcraft. The SEAL Pup is more of a Tactical Combat knife that could be used for survival. But for batoning... it's a bit small. GREAT knife... just not for Bushcraft as much as the Force... Plus Serrations can get in the way of fine work. Hope this helps! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Glad to help bro! ~David

[@OvertRex21]

I have one yes, so does my brother and we both love it.

[@benkenobi229]

Thanks for the great knife reviews David. I like how you are methodical and concise in your reviews, unlike most of the knife reviews on youtube. I agree on your perceived short-comings of this knife, although I think this knife is my #1 pick at this point. Keep up the good work!

[@rullestaden]

i love you're reviews! you always go into detail with the pro's and con's of each product, and it seems you have good experience with what you do. the content is top-notch, and the picture quality is great! the only bad thing (or VERY minor in fact) is that the intro is a bit long, but thats all i can think off. btw are you going to do a review of the Fällkniven knife? i hear they are the best european knives out there and im thinking of getting one, but a good review would realy help.

[@mmabaddass]

Love your reviews. Very thorough. Thank you for your time and effort in bringing us these videos

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Hey... Yeah... I don't have this knife... but it looks cool. And CRKT makes good stuff in general.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks man!

[@glen7357]

Best survival reviews by far! Thorough and informative. Keep it up. BTW, can you review some of those bargain Kershaws and SOG's being sold at Wal-Mart for the holidays? Take care and God Bless.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Yes indeed!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Agreed!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thank you bro!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Thanks

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

There should be a link in the video description to one on Amazon with a fine edge. Hope this helps! ~David

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Hmmm... Good idea to try maybe. I don't know if it would hold. Velcro is probably better. But good idea... :)

[@DrCoconut465]

I apologize, I did misunderstand. Thank you for having a better way of thinking that the rest of KZbin!

[@VigilanteJustice17]

What a great knife review, you should become sog spokesman. I will most likely buy it now that you approve it. I always wanted a drop point sog fixed blade.

[@marcusrichardson4963]

Thanks for all the reviews im really under standing what seperates alright knives from great knives and you bear grylls review scored me the Bear Grylls Survival knife for Christmas!!! Keep the videos coming

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Sweet! You are gonna like it. Let me know what you think! ~David

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah David, I never thought much about a AUS 8 Stainless Steel, until I got my S.O.G. Seal Pup Elite, that knife actually changed my mind about the AUS 8 Stainless, I think it's the Cryo Tempering they do because mine really hold's a good edge. I think I have a decent and I know not the best, but what I do have I like or I wouldn't of got tgem except for one it sort of fell into my lap and boy am I glad I was at the right place at the right time. My friend was closing his knife bussiness and had a few knives that customers ordered them but never picked them up, among the knives were the Fallkniven Northern Lights Series #3 Njord, the Puma Oak Handle Eiche Wolf, a God Father Blue on Black Switchblade I think it's a ProTech, or something like it, but a very quality Switchblade, and a few others especially a throwing hawk, all for $400.00. Anyhow the Njord is part of my 6" Stable, a very beautiful knife. I also was able to buy a Bokor Vox 2011 Collection, I think it's a beautiful modern style 6" knife, it's in 440C and it's tempered great because it holds a great edge too. I also have a complete set of Rodent Knives by Swamp Rat, when it came to getting a 6" blade I didn't like the tactical look of the Rodent 6 for what I do in the woods, so I had the blade thinned down and the top gaurd taken off and now it look's like a beefy Ratmandu on steriods and became my Fav's 6" blade. Oh also I have the Fallkniven A-1, plus some others in that size. So you see I have a nice variety of steel. That's why I can compare the AUS 8 Stainless S.O.G. uses. If the S.O.G. Force uses tgat Cryo AUS 8 then I have no doubt it's a good Survival Knife. It's just that I have a decent stable of 6" blades, getting another 6" blade might be too hard to use it in rotation, But I defenetly will try to get it because I'm so impressed with the edge retention of my S.O.G. Seal Pup Elite. Dave you do some great reviews and this video sparked my interest on the S.O.G. Force. Thanx David. Oh last night I cleaned and consolidated some boxes and found a knife I was looking for. I found a Meyerco Bob Terzuala CQ -1 I know it's really a tactical knife but it wa also designed as a field knife, I'm getting into holding my knives differently when I carve and the pointy tip might just work out great to delicate carve. I know it's 5 1/2" but it's all about how you pinch the blade close to the edge to get better control when carving, I feel so happy I found it in time for coffee on the open fire. That's what I'm talking about., again Thanx David.

[@SmokeRingsPipeDreams]

You do very nice reviews!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Yeah bro... I don't know. Do you have Netherlands Amazon? Hope your quest yields you a SOG... great knife! ~David

[@Mr.56Goldtop]

UST has the best opening sequence on KZbin!

[@kross777rlsh9]

I love this knife ! CANT WAIT TO GET IT.

[@futuresonex]

Great review David! What do you think of the SOG Team Leader Survivor, the one with the saw on the spine of the blade? I'm undecided on the concept. The saw would certainly be useful, but it looks like it would make batoning rather difficult.

[@brettbrabble]

@Stratos Kokolakis well the bear grylls knife has a builg in firestarter and is cheaper but its your choice

[@wjc34est12]

David, you should do a how to video on how to throw knives even though i already know how but you seem to be pretty freaking awesome at

[@ConnorRuckman]

Great video and very professional. Matter of fact this is my main carry knife in the field right now! I definitely agree with the rating. I also have the Gerber lmf 2 and I used that knife for over three years. Over time the rubbery handle was showing extreme wear, the handle started wobbling after batoning so many logs:/. It's definitely not a long term survival knife sadly.

[@all4spl]

Would love to see you review the SOG Tech Fixed Bowie, I just picked one up for a general camping/survival knife. Was the best I could find local for the budget of $150 or less.

[@epspecialist]

thanks for the reply. I may take the SOG Force Survival Knife on my big hike this summer. Today, I bought the Cold Steel GI Tanto Knife. Any thoughts ?

[@BushCampingTools]

The human hand when it closes over any object especially a knife handle, wants a narrowing butt end not a wider butt end as many manufacturers and reviewers want you to believe. Don't believe me? Grab some modeling clay squeeze it between your hands and look at the rough shape it makes, Yes that's right, it's generally wider in the middle and narrower towards the end. This SOG handle is designed along with ergonomics taken into account, albeit not the greatest but none the less ergonomic for the human hand.

[@InjunOutdoors]

Would you recommend this for wildland search and rescue, high angle rescue? As a fire fighter am wondering what might be a good all round knife in the rescue department.

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

I would if I could... can't do that in comments... there is a link in the Description for the Video... Just Click the "See More" tab under the video on KZbin. Hope this helps! ~ David

[@xNANNA9]

Im not bothered about being overloaded by your videos make 10 a day and ill still watch them as soon as they come out :) oh and can you do a review on the true ways survival knife aka the lofty knife. i cant seem to find a good one anywhere. ~Ben

[@OddballOutdoors]

Excellent, thorough review, Brother :)

[@brodyarross5208]

i do not understand why most people hate partially serrated blades. I personally love a partially serrated blade in a survival knife because serrations are great for stripping bark off of branches, notching, and cutting rope. the only thing i dislike in a partially serrated blade is it makes it sometimes difficult to clean game cleanly. but thats why i carry an sak as well. and a cold steel kukri so i dont have to baton =)

[@BackwoodsBounty]

what would you prefer for a shelter making and bushcraft knife alongside a hatchet, this or the sog seal pup?

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Maybe next summer... It's really pretty easy... but I need A LOT more practice... Take care bro! ~David

[@vigilante1202]

It depends on what kind of stainless steel. 1095 is great for outdoors; it holds a edge well but is easy to sharpen and does not chip. A stainless steel such as 154cm is considered better than 1095 because it holds an edge longer and does not rust like carbon steel.

[@jugado219]

1095 High Carbon Steel or stainless steel which is better overall? For camping,hicks, bob , etc? What's a better material?

[@karapower4652]

Great reviews! This was really helpful, Thank You!

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

We are always looking to review new gear. Stay tuned!

[@marcusrichardson4963]

I like bushcraft and whitling so mainly camping jobs i will do some batoming as well so what would you recommend?

[@phrankus2009]

Change the steel to 1095 ... Change the handle to Kraton (squishier) ... Reduce the blade length to 5.5" or 5.4" (for legal carry) ... reduce the stock thickness to 3/16ths (as was done on the Condor Bushlore Rev2) ... A flat pommel would prolly be more useful (for driving stakes) than the glass-breaker point. I like the over-sized lanyard hole and the overall feometry. Oh ... A MOLLE adaptable Kydex (or nylon) sheath ... At under $60 ... Look at the KaBar USN MARK-1 for a clue. Gerber ??!

[@TheSlugKnownAsMike]

Very well done!! Great review

[@debonairedragon]

Great review u just got another subscriber

[@marcusrichardson4963]

which is better seal team elite or force??? thanks for the review

[@bowsouter1901]

im absolutely gutted that they discontinued the gerber lhr but im hopping to find a dealer that still has stock of this knife i was just wondering if you knew of any suppliars of this knife

[@Dries200]

great video but have you ever thought about reviewing a opinel folding knife?

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

I do have the Homeland Security... another BIG S & W blade.... it's crazy nice for the price!

[@mikegalinger]

only1 word can describe how it looks... awesome

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Let me know what you think. Take care. ~ David

[@legoy10]

Is this knife waterproof?

[@josephstone7229]

Last time I checked steel doesn't absorb water so your ok

[@Dod01]

Joseph Stone lmao

[@DarienSeminoff]

+legoy10 lol

[@nunesbarry1]

it may melt

[@UltimateSurvivalTips]

Cool! Thanks Richard! ~David

[@manuelr.flores5535]

Love your reviews they are really cool, finally found my knife. Do you know if another SOG knife coming out son?