Bark River Fox River and Gunny knife
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 ต.ค. 2024
- My demands for my hunting knives have been almost determined. No knife has satisfied them perfectly except for Bark River Fox River and rampless Gunny. Anyway I hope BRKT will give a good sheath to a good knife. Both the crappy and the great sheaths are made by the same Sharpshooter. It's really ridiculous!! But over that ridicule I love their Fox River and Gunny most of all the hunting knives out there almost definitely.
I must have watched this vid 10 times since it was made and it always brings a smile to my face. To see someone enjoy their collection so much is inspiring. I have just purchased my own gunny hunter in purple, green and gold elder burl and i absolutely love it. Keep up the vids doc, they are informative and enjoyable.
great video - what camera are you using? - i like the great detail in near macro.
still waiting for my 3v bravo necker - been 16 days now!!! from dlt trading (how much longer)
the bark river 3v full convex is a very nice blade.
wako is now mr. bark wako
ha ha ha
thanks
darren
Sensei Wako,
Thank you so much for sharing all of your knowledge, hunting trips and inviting us into your home. Your videos, by far, are truly the best on YT!! Your extensive knowledge in reference to knives, has helped us tremendously over the years. I'm sure I share the same sentiments, of so many others. Just wanted to take the time to say, "THANK YOU". Wish you and yours, good health and continued success.
Preston
"I need female tenderness in snowy mountains.." LOL.. you rock. Great knives, great video. thanks for the presentation.
Where did he say that?
J Nguyen 12:30
wako recommended both to me - dlt had $30 off the price
had no idea it takes so long
last tracking entry was in Chicago on the 8th of may - naff all since then :(
are you in the UK like me?
Those are indeed beautiful. Thank you for sharing so many wonderful things with us.
Yeah , orange is awesome
theonly
Correction * What is your favorite bark river knife or knives now ? Can you do a current video for 2019 ?
Thank you
I love your expressions of love for your knives. Very enjoyable!
WOW! These knives are mouth watering. To think that they are an addition to you current collection is even more appealing. I really like all the wood species very much, they are unique and beautiful. Great vid!
What is your favorite bark river knife or I moved now. Can you please do another video for 2019 ?
"Hello, knife people" I hate hearing that! It means I will spend money. Thank you so much for your commentary sir. I have just purchased my first Bark River, a Fox River with matte micarta scales and a strop. You are a genius and I watch your videos religiously. Thank you.
If i buy a Bark river it will be in the Blaze Orange G10 with black liner - looks great and hard to lose in the field
It's awesome that you took my style of deer dressing! It is the fastest and the cleanest in my personal opinion and I am happy that you took it. Thank you!
Wow, what a great collection of your favorite knives! Your camera is superb, the close ups are so clear. Thanks for sharing.
I really enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing your amazing collection with us :)
wow great video. Shows your love and passion for well made knives- great steel, handle materials, and craftsmanship.
Whoever loved it? I think it adds just coldness and heaviness. I feel like 3V Fox River edge geometry is shallower than A2 one. I am nervous about its chipping. Anyway they put the bolster to increase the weight IMO. In the 3V Bravo1 case they increase its geometry and add the weight. Their way on each model is completely different. The field test will say what it is. Thanks.
Very encouraging and educational video - thank you
You have a very beautiful collection of Bark River knives, I am so envious.
Thank you.
Yes. I always love Bamboo. It is a simple beauty and it is typically light and tough. Thanks.
I agree that these are the best two Bark River knives for deer. Thanks for the video
Thanks for sharing your collection.
Excellent Video~! If you want to see something that will put a smile on your face, watch this video. I knew I was going to like the video after his first three words. "Hello... Knife People"
I don't believe I have ever seen anyone so engrossed and enamored with Custom fixed-blade knives. He is one of the most enthusiastic fixed-blade knife collectors ever. His enthusiasm is contagious and very entertaining. I started purchasing Bark River knives after watching this video. Thank You Virtuovice~!
Same here. I bought 2 BRKT's so far and I'm getting my first Gunny this week from KSF.
Very nice collection Dr...I've always enjoyed your videos. Keep them coming!
These videos never become outdated or irrelevant.
What is a current decent usb microscope?
Is the one current on ebay for less than 20 dollars ok?
Yes. A cheap one works ok.
@@virtuovice 👍
@@virtuovice Do you have a preferred X magnification? Thx
@@Thetinebroken Mine has two focal points at 40× and 200×. I think this is enough for practical edge observation.
Beautiful as always. You have reached the top with those knives, wonderful collection.
Hi Virtuo,
Enjoying your enthusiasm, and that you are speaking from real world experience.
A question please, the first Gunny you show with the red maple handle, the shape of the top of the handle up where your thumb is when you pinch hold the knife is different to the handle shape on the other Gunny knives you show. I cannot see anywhere on the Bark River site where they show this handle shape - why is it different? Does it have a particular name or is it a different model? Is it better for the pinch grip than the normal Gunny handle shape?
Thanks,
Gus
I sold off that Gunny. Then the buyer didn't like the odd handle and sent it back to BRKT. And BRKT said to him that the odd handle was their mistake and replaced it to a normal handle for free. That had to be a trial model or such. Thanks.
such beauty! I really love the second to last one, the rosewood burl, it's amazing!
I didn't know it was such a beauty before I got it in my hand. The-Knife-Connection website still has it as a sold knife. Thanks.
The Gunny King of Fox River has the most beautiful handle materials. Thanks for sharing.
Great Bark River collection. My favorite is the Orange Micarta handle! - I truly enjoy your video's, especially your sharpening and sharpening techniques. Keep them coming.
Greetings from NH doc,Nice collection of Fox River and Gunny knives.
Thank you! I am drowning in the Bark River.
Is that first red maple burl knife a Gunny or Gunny Hunter? Thank You
vary nice collection of knifes. may i ask how much they all add up to !
Wako, if you had to choose just one knife, would you choose the Fox River, Gunny, or Bravo I? If you can answer that, which version of that knife would you get? A2, 3V, what handle scales etc....
Hey Wako,I haven't been writing much lately so I thought I would drop a little note on you.I think your knife collection is great.Every man needs some kind of hobby to occupy his time.I love the shape of both Gunny and Fox River,Bark River.They have some nice sheaths too.It is hard for me to pick a favorite from these knives but I tend to lean towards the wood scales on your knives.The dark wood handle with the scales is my favorite.I think you called it Lace wood..I am always glad to see you.
I once owned a small mosaic pinned Bamboo handle of Fox River. It also had green liners. It was a fabulous one and I traded it out for the Mr. Itou hunting knife. Anyway I agree with you. The large aluminum pins look odd. Even the pins will be one of their sales tactics as well as exotic wood scales or colorful liners. The next batch will be with the thinner brass pins again. Thanks.
virtuovice - Thank you for your videos. I purchased a Fox River based on your recommendations. I am thinking of buying TK2. Do you think it worth the price?
TK2 is a difficult knife. Its 3G holds long and won't take chipping. It's a very good steel like Bark River A2. But it comes with a micro V edge from factory. As long as it has it, it won't take stropping, and we need to remove it if we like stropping more than stone sharpening. So I gave up purchasing any more Fallknivens and my eyes are only for Bark Rivers in A2 tool steel. Thanks.
Apologies if you covered it in earlier videos but why do you always buy the rampless Bark River knives?
You are the best! i don't watch cable anymore
That's an amazing collection of Bark River's. Thanks for the comparison.
I am looking for your fox river reprofile video for the information on the stones... but I must watch this full video. These are beauties for sure... It is nice to see the true difference between gunny and fox also. Also love the orange and black with the black sheath, perfect halloween knife. I just traded a benchmade 940 for a Spyderco Delica in Hap 40 with Orange scales... very excited to have an orange folder. Thank you
"I need female tenderness in snowy mountains" This is why you are my favorite youtube person, Doc
Bravo1 is large for hunting. Fox River is only for hunting. Gunny is versatile. I would choose A2 rampless Gunny in Lignum Vitae handle. I am used to taking care of A2 edge. Lignum Vitae seems like pretty dense and tough wood. I like beautiful exotic wood , but sometimes burl wood can be weak. Thanks.
Which size Dakota sheath fits the rampless Gunny? On the DLT website they sell large medium and small versions.
Beautiful collection of knives! I have a question about your chosera stones ,, do you buy them in Japan or online? If in Japan are they cheaper in price? thanks john
Hi Wako,
I need your wise man advise. I am a small woman and I don't know what to choose between the fox river or the bravo EDC. Hunting is a new experience for me, but I also go fishing a lot. I am afraid that the fox river is too heavy.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge, Radi.
Hi Radi,
Fox River is genuinely designed for big game dressing. So it doesn't fit other purposes in my opinion. You had better not purchase Fox River.
I have never held Bravo EDC. But from its catalog spec I can assume it is a bit small for a large game. And a stainless steel should be preferable for fishing. Thanks.
Thank you Wako for your respond. I stop my choice on the Little Creek 3V. Cheers, Radi.
The Gunny King of Fox River has the most beautiful handle materials. Thank you
P.S. My understanding of a honing steel is that it recovers an edge by realigning it without abrasion. Thus to extend sharpness between times when an abrasive process is truly needed. You use the strop for regular maintenance, does it perform the same function, I get the impression it is still mild abrasion & thus still removing blade material?
Fox River is a bit more efficient skinner. And I like the clean design of Gunny as well. But each has each problem. Current A2 Fox River seems to have long and thick handle scales. 3V Fox River and 3V Gunny have thick geometry and a micro bevel to make a large edge angle like 30 degrees. A2 Fox River and A2 Gunny will come in a zero grind 25 degree convex edge in high probability. Their products can have problems at times. Thanks.
Haven't seen any appearance of a honing (or "sharpening") steel in your videos such as chefs use etc. Perhaps my ignorance, but I wondered if you have any use for them.
The Handy Hunter has a lower grind and a shallower belly than BJ125. It doesn't seem so sharp nor so useful as BJ125. Scagel Medium Hunter is pretty long but doesn't have a choil. BJ125 is just good as Fox River in choking up holding. So I don't like the both knives personally. Thanks.
“I need female tenderness in snowy mountains”? Hahahaha. Love it.
Nice vid and beautiful knives!! Do you prefer old gunny sheath sur-loc or latest 2012 sheath?
3V Fox River has a different handle than A2 one. More contoured and longer. Its front end is a bit annoying in side holding compared to the short handle of A2 version. The ramp removal service will cost you $15 to $20 at any BRKT dealer when you purchase it. Of course BRKT will take it directly from you. Thanks.
about your chosera stones ,, do you buy them in Japan or online? If in Japan are they cheaper in price? Please share the link with me also. I Love your collection of Bark River Knifes.
Thank you very much
The ramp removal service is for free at the stocking dealers. The ramp location is ridiculously close to the handle and its gimping is ridiculously sharp and aching. It's not a practical thumb ramp at all but just an aesthetic design. They explain it as a fire steel striker or for a military purpose. But I cannot believe it at all. It seems completely useless for any purposes and interferes the thumb stretching onto the spine very badly. Thanks.
It interesting how much more attractive looking the smaller pins are than the larger ones like on the bamboo Fox River.
Each of those knives is its own work of art. Is the bamboo handle still one of your favorites?
Hello dear Wako, I´m Armando from Mexico; I was follow you since the last two years and have to say that I have learn so much from you and your videos, gtreat point of view on hunting knives.
have a question for you, what do you think about this two knives: Bark River Handy Hunter and Scagel Medium Hunter (both look similar to Blackjack125). will wait your comments, apreciate your time.
Arigato Gosaimasita :)
Wako, what size is the replacement Gunny sheath? Thanks.
What do you think of the lanyard loop on the end of the Fox River?
The orange and black combination is really cool. But if it was Bravo1, G10 will make it substantially heavier. Thanks.
You are right Wako, even so like the blade lenght of Scagel, without a choil si out of list. I will try with the Handy Hunter's choil and handle to see what happen..!
Again sincererly appreciate your comments! Gracias.
Wako-sama many thanks for your reply that makes sense looking at the pictures. Regards Guy
have to agree with you virtuovice about the fox river sheath.fox river is one of my favourite bark river knives .bought one new 12 months ago,knife was fantastic,sheath was so dry and too small for the knife.even though i was extremely careful the knife sliced right through the side of the sheath and ruined it on my first outing.ended up having a custom kydex sheath made,which is pretty ridiculous considering bark river are reasonably costly knives
I already got rid of some. And now my collection is tighter and nicer. Thank you!
I like the last one the best :) tell me, what do you prefer, A2 or 3V?
Thanks for showing us you BR collection.
Im going to pick out one for myself and place an order :)
I don't like the lanyard loop on the S35VN Bravo1. It's odd. But I like the loop on the Fox River as a design. Fox River Recurve doesn't have it and looks like lacking something to me. Thanks.
Thanks - I did not realise it was an option until I was brousing the BR website yesterday. Personally I think it detracts from the aesthetics of the knife but wondered if it added anything to the performance.
Dear Virtuovice,
I really appreciate your posts.
I badly need Bark River Gunny Rampless ; Do you know where I could find this knife ?
Many thanks my friend !!!
So many knives! WOW!!! I'm really impressed. Take care Wako.
Yes I see what you mean DOC, but that's the fun in collecting and using your knives! You find that one that's just right and all the others you form them into what you want
I prefer Bravo1 by far as a survival knife. As a hunting knife Bravo1 is a bit heavy and bulky. ESEE3 is good. But ESEE4 has a short handle for the blade length and it always compelled me to choke up onto its narrow choil. So, I got the TKC custom handle on it. Thanks.
Nice collection of BRKT I have never owned a bark river but I think I would like the Gunny or Bravo 1 in Curly Maple or Ebony. I hope you do not loose interest in knifes I really enjoy your knife videos I do not understand about the sheath either as many bark river knives as you have bought they should litsen to you,, you have lot of knowledge about BRKT.
What size is the replacement sheath for the Gunny?
The dealers are reducing stocks of their Bushcraft sheaths. I guess Sharpshooter already quit production of it. Current Rising Wolf comes with a sweel looking sheath, which formerly came with a Bushcraft sheath. I hope all the Bushcraft sheaths will be replaced to new ones. Thanks.
In the coming season at the second priority to Bark River Loveless Drop Point Hunter I will go to the edge durability test of the 3V Fox River. It is expected to hold for 10 deer in a row. Thanks.
Nice to see more Gunnys in your collection.
I love rampless Gunny in A2 tool steel the best along with their A2 and 3V Fox River. Thanks.
Hunting question: what happened to your rifle with the broken stock when you got back home?
All beautiful... orange G10 my fav!
Hey Wako,beautiful knives,I like the wood handles the best,,how about you?
Thank you for the advice. Actually I was interested in K6 not K2 but I knew you had no experience with K6 Hunter which is similar to K2 except of the shape of the blade. K6 is better for skinning than K2. Also, Bark River changed the steel in the new Fox River knives. They are using CPM3V instead of A2. They said it has better edge retention than A2 tool steel. I wish you have a chance to test one with CPM3V.
You say very well. They deserve the money I believe. Thanks.
Excellent knives all of them.
I love thos man's blunt talk!
Wako - Have you tested the Fox River with addition of a bolster - I guess you don't like it?
The old Gunny sheath is short and I don't like it. The current sheath has two kinds, one has a 1.5 inch belt loop and the other has a 2 inch one. Anyway it feels bulky for the knife and I love KSF Forest Sheath better for Gunny. Thanks.
Nice collection
I like wood handles too. They give me soft and warm feelings in the hunting field. But I would prefer rubber handles like Mora for fishing where the knife can be soaked in water long. Thanks.
You've got a great collection of knives. I'm jealous...
Man i wish i could afford a gunny! Great knives wako. Keep up the awesome videos.
It's DLT Dakota Vermillion Medium Sheath. Thanks.
My camera is Sony Handycam. But it has no iFrame mode which is optimized for Mac iMovie, and the data transfer from the camera to the Mac takes much time. Thanks.
What company do you get your knives from.
Timothy Mcvay From KnivesShipFree, DLT Trading, or TheKnifeConnection.
What is the best deer hunting knives and type of steel with low maintenance
Timothy Mcvay I think Fox River in 3V is it.
What are you doing making knife videos ? I ordered curry chips 3 hours ago and I'm still waiting.