Well, I haven't been able to put the AEB-l version to the true test yet, but the preliminary results are showing a definite cutting improvement with the AEB-l version. This knife is fantastic.
This knife design is doing incredibly well. This AEB-L option is a huge plus for a lot of different reasons. I’m looking forward to seeing what this year brings to WC Knives llc. All it takes is for people to get one of Williams knives in their hands and it’s all over. Great job my friend!
I was glad to see you "field sharpen" your knife after rough use. If a knife cannot be field sharpened fairly quickly I don't want it. Your knife was impressive in toughness and being able to sharpen so easily. At 11.5 degrees per side, I know it is sharp. The fact that it didn't roll/chip was impressive. Great Job!
The testing is very impressive! I have enjoyed testing the 01 version myself and spent the day with it in the woods yesterday. The design is so versatile and this AEB-L seems to be a fantastic option for a fantastic design. Happy New Year William! No doubt 2019 will bring you continued success.
I would still pick o1 there is just something about a patina, wow would u have thought U would be in this position a year later w the WCSK? What a great knife thanks for all the hard work
Bladecollector 7 it is a very popular knife for sure with the limited publicity it has gotten this far. Expect it the knife to pick up steam even more this year. Thanks!
I m happy it s done on ss I was afraid on the design of the blade that it will be hard to sharpen but u demonstrate it s quite easy I will definitely look at u r inventory
I’d still prefer O1 over AEB-L, only because it’s serves me so well. It’s been tested through and through and I have no complaints with O1, so no need in Switching.
This is grt. People hav an option. Ths SK is a phenomenal knife and exited to see what comes out in 2019. Keeping an eye out for the Nessy. Hav a grt year
@@wcknives Thanks. By the way I'm planning to get a wilderness survival meetup started next year and I'll recommend your blades for the high end option to people in the group once I do.
Hi William, great job on another inspiring achievement! Because it's a stainless, will it not throw sparks from a ferro rod; or work like flint and steel? Obviously I have no experience with either of these fire starting methods, just a question. Thanks
Goes to show like I tell alot of people asking about steel. In normal even pretty harsh conditions it isn't what steel it is. It is the maker and the treat. I will end up with a wcsk one of these days just gotta find someone to trade out of it. Only been a year and can't find anyone yet.
Carl Levingston this is a playlist on my home page about the knife including the research and development of the design. th-cam.com/play/PLlbS3ilO_URqSM24T3JEzUOw5MilRXUiG.html
if I understood correctly from Blackie's channel there are slight differences between model A,B,C - Am I mistaken and if not does anyone online know the differences?
A, B and C Blackie is talking about were prototype’s during R & D tested several years back. Prototype C was the final design that became the base model that has a B designation at the end of the serial number. Custom build models like the 3v limited run available at the end of this week that will be listed on my available custom knives webpage will have a C designation at the end of the serial number. Hope this explains it.
Mr colli s i would like to seeabout buyi g your knife but i could not navagate the website how do i go about perchesing a knife from you in stainlesssteel
Marcus Hibdon this is the direct link to the listing. www.wcknives.com/production-knives this is a video on how to navigate the website. th-cam.com/video/qeeU9vCFzh4/w-d-xo.html
Francis Hutter sorry but as the listing explains any changes is a custom build and not enough time to provide everyone a custom build option. Appreciate your interest.
I'd rather have a steel that has real good edge retention and is easy to get an edge back on than one with great edge retention but takes a long time to get the edge back. I think most woodmen would be the same way.
The heat treatment you do is amazing!!
Well, I haven't been able to put the AEB-l version to the true test yet, but the preliminary results are showing a definite cutting improvement with the AEB-l version. This knife is fantastic.
great job sir its a awesome knife!!
This knife design is doing incredibly well. This AEB-L option is a huge plus for a lot of different reasons. I’m looking forward to seeing what this year brings to WC Knives llc. All it takes is for people to get one of Williams knives in their hands and it’s all over. Great job my friend!
I was glad to see you "field sharpen" your knife after rough use. If a knife cannot be field sharpened fairly quickly I don't want it. Your knife was impressive in toughness and being able to sharpen so easily. At 11.5 degrees per side, I know it is sharp. The fact that it didn't roll/chip was impressive. Great Job!
csh 62 thanks
The testing is very impressive! I have enjoyed testing the 01 version myself and spent the day with it in the woods yesterday. The design is so versatile and this AEB-L seems to be a fantastic option for a fantastic design. Happy New Year William! No doubt 2019 will bring you continued success.
Black Hat Bushcraft thank you and the same to you. Appreciate you sharing your thoughts on the WCSK.
That knife is a beast. Well done, sir.
EverydayPatriot thank you!
I would still pick o1 there is just something about a patina, wow would u have thought U would be in this position a year later w the WCSK? What a great knife thanks for all the hard work
Bladecollector 7 it is a very popular knife for sure with the limited publicity it has gotten this far. Expect it the knife to pick up steam even more this year. Thanks!
Yes! I’ve been waiting for this!!
I m happy it s done on ss I was afraid on the design of the blade that it will be hard to sharpen but u demonstrate it s quite easy I will definitely look at u r inventory
That's very good! A survival knife should be stainless. AEB-L is a good choice since it's quite easy to sharpen. I'm sure it will be much appreciated.
Very impressive indeed. I will, for sure, be checking out the website over the next week or two. For me, this would be a big, big investment.
Great video on a great knife
Great job.
Ordered mine today! I can't wait to get it in the woods.
Corvus Koraxe thank you. Will get it done as soon as I can.
I’d still prefer O1 over AEB-L, only because it’s serves me so well. It’s been tested through and through and I have no complaints with O1, so no need in Switching.
The Apostle Pipe smoker Nothing wrong with O1. I like it myself.
This is grt. People hav an option. Ths SK is a phenomenal knife and exited to see what comes out in 2019. Keeping an eye out for the Nessy. Hav a grt year
LOL Just noticed I commented under someone else. 01 is a grt tough steel.
I really hope you sale the test models, I have my eye on the edition 2. Great video William. 😎
lilbit1016 they both went to the test group already.
I'm impressed by what you put that knife through. That's things would make me cringe doing to a knife.
Michael Brunner we cringed doing it too. But as I said we do that so you know the knife will do it if needed without having to abuse it first.
I liked the 01 tool steel wcsk. Decided I'd order one in AEB-L too.
mharm734 appreciate it. I have one in each steel as well. Both are awesome. I sent you an email with the latest serial number.
@@wcknives Thanks. By the way I'm planning to get a wilderness survival meetup started next year and I'll recommend your blades for the high end option to people in the group once I do.
mharm734 that is awesome, appreciate your support and trust in my knives.
Question: I live and play in a coastal environment. I'm I correct in thinking a stainless steel makes better salt water corrosion resistance?
Mike Somerset you are correct sir.
All the best for the new year, William! Has the short machete in AEB-L you introduced been nixed?
Charles Collier thanks and you too. Not nixed just put on the back burner for a bit.
@@wcknives okay, thanks for the update. I'll keep an eye out for its return to front stage :)
Hi William, great job on another inspiring achievement! Because it's a stainless, will it not throw sparks from a ferro rod; or work like flint and steel? Obviously I have no experience with either of these fire starting methods, just a question. Thanks
1banjrpkr it will not throw sparks with a rock like flint and steel but anything with a sharp edge will work with a fero rod, even glass.
Thanks for the feedback.👍
Happy New Year!
Goes to show like I tell alot of people asking about steel. In normal even pretty harsh conditions it isn't what steel it is. It is the maker and the treat. I will end up with a wcsk one of these days just gotta find someone to trade out of it. Only been a year and can't find anyone yet.
Would you do a video in regards to the design and the function of this knife? You create very nice knives but I do not understand this design. Thanks!
Carl Levingston this is a playlist on my home page about the knife including the research and development of the design. th-cam.com/play/PLlbS3ilO_URqSM24T3JEzUOw5MilRXUiG.html
if I understood correctly from Blackie's channel there are slight differences between model A,B,C - Am I mistaken and if not does anyone online know the differences?
A, B and C Blackie is talking about were prototype’s during R & D tested several years back. Prototype C was the final design that became the base model that has a B designation at the end of the serial number. Custom build models like the 3v limited run available at the end of this week that will be listed on my available custom knives webpage will have a C designation at the end of the serial number. Hope this explains it.
Mr colli s i would like to seeabout buyi g your knife but i could not navagate the website how do i go about perchesing a knife from you in stainlesssteel
Marcus Hibdon this is the direct link to the listing. www.wcknives.com/production-knives this is a video on how to navigate the website. th-cam.com/video/qeeU9vCFzh4/w-d-xo.html
Marcus Hibdon www.wcknives.com/production-knives/william-collins-survival-knife-wcsk
William? What’s the current Number being issued on WCSK??
In the 190’s
can I order mine with the orange handle ?
Francis Hutter sorry but as the listing explains any changes is a custom build and not enough time to provide everyone a custom build option. Appreciate your interest.
Is this the current steel in 2023 or not?
Nitro V or O1 till further notice.
This is for the WCSK. All other models AEB-L is an option. Still using up the WCSK blanks already cut from Nitro V .
@@wcknives ok thank you
Reminds me of a medford
Chris Sproles both knives do have a tanto tip. Can’t see any similarities past that.
@@wcknives both chunky tantos;) both b@d @$$. God bless happy new year my friend
No1 should do that to thers knife that s a crazy test
bobby bulan agreed!
Knife abuse is illegal.'''
Is this the current weather in TX !?
ogostaboy this was done in the summer. Looking for the knife police now.😂😂😂
LOL, looking for the knife police now. The knife testing was filmed in late summer.
I'd rather have a steel that has real good edge retention and is easy to get an edge back on than one with great edge retention but takes a long time to get the edge back. I think most woodmen would be the same way.
BAMA WOODSMAN then you will
Love AEB-L.