A Snipers Dream: J. Wolfe Cutlery Bravo4 Knife Review
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Definition seems like a pretty cool knife. Maybe second type of cool for some, but from my experience, knives that are 1/4 thick don't performing all that well. It's almost like having a sharpened pry bar. Generally 3/16 is about as thick as I'll go.
Also, I would be interested in hearing what he did to break other knives in the past?... Possibly a poor heat treat on those bladed? I've been pretty hard on blades in the past, and have even tried the "one tool option" on multiple occasions when on weeklong camping trips and have never broken a full tang knife. I've been through multiple classes also and I've only personally seen one person break a knife in the field and it was a rat-tail tang knife. Just some thoughts and thanks for another great review.
great... ANOTHER knife to add to the collection! dang man what a gorgeous blade!!!
Great Knife!Great Review! Keep up the splendid work Aaron!
Great craftsmanship, great material choices, very very cool
Lots of us don't do Facebook....wonder why? Don't ask.
So how is this knife maker suppose to get his product to the general non sheeple public?
+MrWinger1951 Agreed - Facebook fail.
+MrWinger1951 He'll probably get a website up and running sometime soon, or he'll go through blade selling sites.
Same i was in but dont do fb
that thing is a beast. Fun to hear the philosophy behind it from the knife maker and his experiences as well.
I just order B4 & Mako.
Thanks for yours great review,Aaron.
Wow, what an absolute beast of a knife. I want one, lol! Also very cool that they put the name of your channel on the knife
It is cool!
Looks like really nice super quality knife. Thanks for showing off :)
- Martin
Do you know of any of the production knives that he broke?
awesome knife
Great review as always definitely a beast! I'll be adding this to the list too I guess. But first I need to upgrade my edc fixed blade trying to decide between the guardian 3 m390 or cpm3v version or the white river caper s30v?
As a utility/woods knife it is impressive. However, I would personally want a longer blade for hand to hand situations. just my opinion.
Hi, wanted to ask you if you would compare this knife to GSO-5(5.1). I think these two are my choices for my new survival knife and wanted to ask an opinion on these two. Thank you very much
Will you be doing a review on the recon scout anytime soon?
That is the coolest blade I've ever seen, honestly its almost a hatchet knife hybrid prybar survival bush knife. I've never seen a blade baton that good that was cool to watch, two thumbs up....now all I need is a rich friend to buy me one ;)
Ok wow, this just became my new dream knife!
Hey everyone, I have a question for you. I currently own a SOG Seal Team Elite and it is great, but not the most practical of survival knives. I am looking to buy something that is more geared towards survival (more of a drop point, sabre or flat grind, etc.) but I don't want to spend to much on it either. What are your thoughts on Schrade SCHF37M? Or maybe you can recommend some other great knives? Thank you guys
The kydex sheath can be both left or right handed. It is custom made to each knife and customer.
I like that knife. I think a 1/4 inch version with that high hollow grind would still be very strong. Though I would like to see one that has about a 6-7 inch blade similar in design, with a longer handle, same steel, would be a monster in the woods, lol. Excellent review Aaron, keep'em coming!
This is Josh from J. Wolfe Cutlery.Due to the demand of the more popular thickness of the 1/4 inch version of the knife. I have opened that thickness up to civilians as well. This was decision that was just made due to so.many inquiries about the 1/4 inch knife. However, civilians will not receive the Army Sniper Association logo etched on their knife. This will obviously not effect the design and performance of the knife. I hope this answers any questions you all may have. Thank you all for the support!
Great choice, I think there will be server all who want that one!
Nice looking knife but I am stunned at it's thickness! Love 3V
Well done Josh...maybe also just a bit of a hook for holding on the handle...looks like a real hulk of a knife.
Looks great. Is the engraving on the B4's (military version) spine an added option? Can I choose to not have it engraved?
You can choose to have it engraved. It's a $10 upgrade.
I say don't change the handle length. 11b Follow Me
I luv knives and always have. It looks like a kitchen knife but performs like a field knife. Its design is like going back to the basics with a different purpose and i luv that. They still use that design to this day in the kithcen because it works. For the tactical field app it was designed for I dont think food prep was what they had in mind. Awsome performer. Luv the thickness of it and exposed full tang.
Very impressive. Like a more reasonably sized BK2. I'm glad the thick version is available if I'm reading the description correctly. I really don't agree with making military versions available only to military. But that's another conversation. Awesome knife.
Nice MRE opener, that is about all you would get use out of from a military application.
i got an idea why don't u demonstrate the knife we can buy instead military version that only military can buy? Or am I missing something?
Just knowing what it takes to heat treat CPM 3V properly tells me he is dead serious about making some serious quality blades. That thing is a monster that could probably cut through most production knives on the market.
Thanks very much for the kind words. I haven't tried that yet but I might now that you've said it lol.
Wow.. That thing is a beast ! Even with the civilian version at 3/16, it will still be a great knife..
"A sniper's dream" sounds like a Nutnfancy title. XD
Amazing blade josh! Got to use it and loved it! Always great review Aaron
Thanks bro!
Thanks Peter!!!
+Scott Witner Yes they are. All of these are made to order. Click the link to my page and PM me when you're ready to order. Thanks for the support!!
+Scott Witner Yes they are. All of these are made to order. Click the link to my page and PM me when you're ready to order. Thanks for the support!!
What is the material?
Damn shame that Josh doesn't do scandi grinds, I think it would be great. On my to buy list for sure, and of course great video like always!
Nice knife! :)
This blade looks brilliant. Odd that there is a military version, not complaining since I'm in the military myself but seems like odd marketing. Although the 3/16s version I think would be more than enough, though the 5/16s is just so MANLY. To correct the handle I would do a Becker style pommel for the 3 finger action and having the hammer, obviously make it a little different but something of that style would be nice. Might help with the chopping.
like the Prather war bowie the handle shape pulls the knuckles up out of the way of your work what ever that might be.
At 5/16 in. in cpm 3v, this is the toughest/strongest knife I have ever seen. The hollow grind saves on the weight, but for me, I would love to have the civi model at 3 /16 in. in cpm 3v with a convex grind, The tip would be super strong, and cpm 3v will hold an edge a long time. Not too hard to sharpen either. I hope they are affordable. Thanks for showing this!
+csh 62 No Problem.
Check out the tops field buddy 5.5, pretty much exactly what you are describing
Hi,
What are the differences between the military and the civil model?
the thickness of the blade
hyey gideonstactical, where can i buy/order this beast?? i googled it but found no page to order. can you help?? thanx!!!
Facebook search J. Wolfe Cutlery or email me at jwolfecutlery@gmail.com and I will help you out
nothing about weight. love the knife but not a mention if the weight of such a chunk of 3v. carrying it on hip all day wasnt noticable one way or another?
Hey Aaron, another great one. I know there is differences between size and blade material, but can you compare this knife to Tops Silent Hero - asking about camping and outdoor activity. I'm searching for medium size knife (around 5-7 inch) and on my top list are Esee 6 and Silent Hero, but if I buy just one I don't mind to throw more money on something better. You know just trying to do better informed purchase. Thanks in advance.
This is a great knife, but smaller then the other two and will not chop at all like the others will. If you are in need of a all on in one knife stick with the others.
+Georgi Ivanov Silent Hero all the way.
+Seventh Seal I hope that Tops will soon launch the version with the smooth handle
$250 is a great price for what you're getting with the J. Wolfe Cutlery Bravo4. For those that aren't military, the Bark River Bravo might be a good alternative.
I love the overall shape & length dimensions/ratios of this knife. I have little girl hands, so the handle is plenty long for me...and it's so cool that we can choose our own preferred grinds...I would def. go with a FFG for the looks, slicing performance, & weight reduction. Actually, I would be all over this if it came in a thinner stock...1/8" would be great for me. With CPM-3V & a great HT, I would never ever need this knife to be thicker than 1/8". Just a personal preference thing...
I'm surprised and impressed with price. Second just go to a 5" handle If you have small hands choking up should be no problem . I'm surprised it doesn't chop well .
And can veterans purchase the military version or only current military?
The large version is no open to all. No more civilian version unless requested.
Joshua Wolfe Awesome, thank you for the reply.
Cool knife. Why is it specifically for a sniper though?
That's and awesome knife for sure and great review as usual. I wish you could have done a side by side with a civilian version so those of us that are not military and cannot get the military version could see how the civilian version performs.
The Military version is now open to Civilians so only one model now
You compared this boss of a knife to the BK-2. Would you agree that it is more closely related to say the ESEE 5 rather than the BK-2 in design? And then how does it compare to the the ESEE 5? The handle looks fairly similar and and the blade thickness is close as well. The BK-2 is more of a survival knife designed more for woodworking whereas the ESEE 5 has a more tactical design to it like this does so just wondering if this knife at all reminded you of the ESEE 5? Also I know you're big on handle ergonomics and simplistic handle designs, but I think I asked about the Buck 245 tactical knife that has a very similar story behind it like this knife does. Being a replication of a knife made by a navy seal who designed it to fit his needs in the military. That being said the Buck 245 does have finger placements on the handle that I think you said you wouldn't prefer. After doing some research on the 245 I read some product reviews and people commented saying that the handle really didn't
Have any hotspots even with those multiple finger humps on it. I don't know maybe something you might look at. It's a 5160 steel blade and like the above knife a portion of each of the sales go to the Navy Seal foundation in honor of them and the man who was a seal and unfortunately died during a training exercise. So again, it does give the appearance that it would have some hotspots but it might be worth a shot at trying it out. Just a thought. I love your videos, keep up the good work!
a dream indeed...
Needs to come out with a model for firefighters, a sharpened pry bar, He'll yeah!
I've had a couple of firefighters order this knife. From what they have said they have found a lot of good uses for it. The version in the video is open to everyone now as well.
I'm going to have to get an order in.
Tons of uses in the fire industry., Any time I'd need to get under something for a purchase point to get leverage, plus the cutting and thumping aspects when we can't swing an axe.
first! sick knife really want one!!
+Sid Organ Thanks!
but I dont think its cool to say you cant have this type of knife because your not in the millitary
+Sid Organ This is Josh from J. Wolfe Cutlery.Due to the demand of the more popular thickness of the 1/4 inch version of the knife. I have opened that thickness up to civilians as well. This was decision that was just made due to so.many inquiries about the 1/4 inch knife. However, civilians will not receive the Army Sniper Association logo etched on their knife. This will obviously not effect the design and performance of the knife. I hope this answers any questions you all may have. Thank you all for the support!
Yes I understand thanks!!
Justin Gingrich
Ontario Signature Series.
5/16 inch thick.
Afghan and RD7
Only 100 of each ever made.
He will make a custom if you ask him.
Tactical Innovations.
Any other way to contact him ? I don't do Facebook and never will. Does he have a store in Columbus GA or do I need to drive out to sniper school lol it is only down the street from me.
Right now Facebook only
+gideonstactical I'll track down his email or stop by the schoolhouse. Thanks Aaron. Looks like a fantastic knife.
Convex grind on that thickness for sure!
What's the blade made of?
CPM 3V
Joshua Wolfe
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will he give me left side full flat, right side full convex?
I would think a snipers dream would be a programmable, target specific bullet that can't miss at any range.
Say Heah Arron, I'm getting one.,,
Why do you say on this knive the cpm 3v is easy to sharpen in the feild but on the survive knives gsos you say it isnt
*this knife
Is that because of the heat treat
GOOD GOD.
Oh comon! Make the civilian 5/16!
Bark River makes a very similar knife, just not quite as big. Theirs is called the Bravo 1. images.knifecenter.com/thumb/1500x1500/knifecenter/barkriver/images/BAR07126MGCnb.jpg
Like to see it compared to a survive 5.0
where can I buy this?
+joachim singh have to go to his facebook page and message him to order one
well i will never be able to afford this but i hope is company does well.
I wear XL gloves and thought the same thing, handle looked short.
The handle has now been made larger based off of this review. I changed it to the length specified.
How much do they cost
$250
Joshua Wolfe are you able to make these knives with a full guard?
And a 90 degree spine!?
Thought process? That knife was invented a very long time ago, it's called a kitchen knife, LOL. :-) I do like it though. Relay to him again that the handle is way too small.
Great knife, for the kitchen? Kydex sheath..no go! This all should of been looked at before production send out...
This knife has an interesting shape but I do not like the handle bolts, handle must be removable easily replaceable,
Huge issues with shortage of this knives.
Would he ship to Canada?!
would def like to get one!
Yes I will ship to Canada. Go to J. Wolfe Cutlery on Facebook and message me if you want to place an order.
This looks just like a high end silent hero
Ok try a cold steel Trail Master kick`s this one`s ASS ok great knife 5.5 but trail master 5.9 on scale Really I have used one, or if weight is way important try the bone collector 15002 period!
Regarding the sheath: let's not forget us lefties. Is that Kydex sheath reversible?
Thats one of the benifits of kydex, it isnt side dependant, unlike leather you just adjust you carry option to suit.
+BrendonKinsey So, are you saying that all Kydex sheaths are made reversible?
+Gary Horn absolutly! the eyelet holes you can see down the side of this style sheath (called a taco style as it one piece folded over) are literally hole you use to screw your attachments too. you can out a teklok like in the vid, you can also get a mollie lok, basic belt clip and much more. you can also get fire steel clips and numerous other accessories. I am a lefty and make my own or buy kydex sheaths for all the knives i buy/make as they are easily aquired for us poor bastards who cannot often use default sheaths and can be very quickly swapped to other size carry in about a minute.
with the eyelets you can mount the clips any way you want, from horizontal to vertical or diagonal.
with the eyelets you can mount the clips any way you want, from horizontal to vertical or diagonal.
It might be valid to wonder if reviewing the military model is helpful to us.
+Gary Horn This is Josh from J. Wolfe Cutlery.Due to the demand of the more popular thickness of the 1/4 inch version of the knife. I have opened that thickness up to civilians as well. This was decision that was just made due to so.many inquiries about the 1/4 inch knife. However, civilians will not receive the Army Sniper Association logo etched on their knife. This will obviously not effect the design and performance of the knife. I hope this answers any questions you all may have. Thank you all for the support!
Thanks for that info Josh.
Gary Horn I had the same question... glade to see this knife will be available to civilians as well .. I'm going to order one soon... thanks Josh
+Gary Horn
I'm retired Army Abn - Ranger - Pathfinder and not about to have to "prove my military credentials " in order to purchase ANY product .
The civilian version sounds better than that one sounds too thick
I was just going to leave a rather acerbic comment about how well Oakley has done by dividing their sales to civilian and service. Got to say it just pisses me off. But I read the info he passed on to you Gideon and it's good to know that the 1/4 inch blade is available to everyone. I felt the same about the PP. When it gets down to it, civilians are paying as much for their knife as the military and were getting much less of a knife. This is the point I am making about the 2 different standards for manufacture and price.
I have to agree. The arrogance the designer showed is galling. Yes, soldiers do provide service to the country. So do bakers, teachers, police, fire fighters, and many other honorable professions.
I also agree if iam looking at this for a main knife why would i settle for 3.16ths ??if i have to be in the military well here in canada armed forces to get his knife in quater inch i would just go buy a knife from a different maker and he looses a sale that rule makes no sense at all its stupid!!!!!!
WOW this this is as thick if not thicker then a kukri i wont 1 that has the same specs as this hey Gideons tactical how much would you sell thick sweet sexy knife😉
That's a beast of a blade. Thank you for staring it and the story behind it. I have an ex-military sniper friend in Kentucky who makes precision weapons like these: vimeo.com/227439719 Okay, not an ad for him there, but it shows that snipers are seriously zero tolerance precision guys in anything they do. Knives and otherwise.
I like the look of the knife but there was absolutely no need for that thick of a knife for a 5inch blafe . you don't even need a quarter inch let alone more than a quarter inch little Overkill
gimme
nice knife I like the design And the steel but the military version's just way to fat omg! iv been in the usmc and have a navy commendation metal with combat v! for retrieving a downed tank from an enemy mine field iv never ever needed a knife 5/16 thick! as a mater of fact 1/4 thick is way to much! I can get a splitting mall if I need something that big! im not trying to be a pain in the butt I just dont see a use for it other than mabe for a fireman trying to pry open a car door while waiting for the jaws of life to get hooked up!
Why discriminate against the public? That's just ignorant.
10:00 omg... will you please stop giving the impression that chopping is a good idea, good practice, good habit, good attribute for a sub-8" blade, efficient, effective, good for your knife, safe, smart, or even actually useful?? Its not, and its not necessary, ever.
As for this knife.. I wonder how its stacks up to the First Edge 5050?
Don't buy it if it's not 5/16 ths
It’s some defunct company that never really made knives what a joke
Company never went defunct. We rebranded. The B4 is still out best selling blade today. Please do actual research before speaking.
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