I love this knife. I have been packing it in with a smaller companion knife casstrom woodsman. The handle is very comfortable. ( though not sure how long the rubber texture will hold up. Feels too soft for a knife handle! But thats why its comfortable ). I like how light it is considering its blade stock size. The swedge was way too sharp for me. I flattened it with a dremel. Found mine for 110 US. Quickly became one of my favorite knives. Glad REvans is chuffed with it too!
Cheers Rob, as always, a great video and i was a little surprised with the feather sticking of the SRK.......me thinks it also has something to do with the person holding the knife as i am sure i wouldn't quite get the same result.......nice saw though but still prefer a bow saw
Hey Rob, thanks for the great content as always! Btw...I finally got my hands on one of your knives! SBT clone in 01. Fantastic knife! I was super happy to get this in used condition so I will USE IT, instead of having bought another safe queen. Thanks again!
Thankyou as always Rob , I do like the look of that SRK I have been looking to buy one and am not quite sure where to get that particular knife, lots of different SRKs with different grinds , dont want hollow grind any advice would be welcome thankyou
Hi Rob. I relooked at this video and one thing struck me that I missed before. Since then I've viewed many videos comparing Silky and Bahco saws, and they had one thing in common. The reviewer almost invariably used the same technique for both saws! Now when I saw your technique again, it was obvious why your style is so effective. There is a clear difference between the pull stroke and the return stroke, and you take your time about it, and do it carefully. The others just pound away as if speed is the only criterion that counts. Who cares if it takes 16 seconds longer to cut the log? Frantic activity like that probably uses up more calories anyway. Just thought I'd share that. Have a great day. I'm watching cricket and F1 today. Becoming a real couch potato! 😂
The Laplander is less prone to snapping than a silky and as most folks started off on a Laplander then use the silky the same way, which is obviously wrong.
This video reminds me, I'm looking for a knife and folding saw for a last minute grab and go camping bag. The bag may end up not being used for months on end so I don't want to tie up too much money, but not so cheap they are just crap and end up being annoying. (The knife needs to have a bit more heft than a Mora). Any suggestions?
Cold steel fin bear, fin hawk, outdoorsman lite. I'd probably put two Mora's in there, carbon robust and something stainless for cooking. There's always the bahco hacking knife for splitting wood and dirty jobs , cheap and bombproof. Hultafors also have a lot to offer.
Awesome coldsteel knife,I was ,you got the cpm3v version, I saw a sanmai version as well,is either of the two great,better than the sk5 steel,wanted to ask before I bought one,saw these at bladebshow this year,didn't really get a chance to stay an ask questions,but I know coldsteel torture tests their stuff,this is a tough as is,thanks again
@@RobEvansWoodsman ,oh ok,so either than,is cpm3v better,I know it's strong stuff,stays wicked sharp,but a pain if you let it dull,as long as you stroke it time to time should be great or unless you have a worksharp,pr ken onion
@@RobEvansWoodsman ,ok ty so far the only one I can find full size is 3v but price isn't listed,also sk5,skr-c an sanmai version, I'll probably have to order from coldsteel
Quick question, Rob - Has the SRK San Mai ever come out in a sabre or convex grind? Or has it always been hollow ground? I'm beginning to develop a strong hankering for that knife! This test review came as a bit of a revelation, especially your comments about the comparison to the Falkniven! Those were pretty damn good feathersticks, and I know how particular you are about that. Is that saw not a bit more awkward to pack than a Silky folder? It certainly cuts like a dream. I seem to come across numerous videos where they complain bitterly about Silky saws snapping blades. I had a chat to the arborist who works here on the Park, and he says that is entirely down to bad technique. He claims it's almost impossible to break a Silky blade IF you use the correct method, correctly. Then in this video you also mentioned it. Your view on this? Cheers mate!
Go slow and put pressure on the pull and the silky will be your best friend. As far as I know the SRK SanMai only came in hollow grind but the carbon versions came in a sabre grind , I might be wrong on this.
I've been humming and hawing over getting the San Mai version but the hollow grind was off-putting to me., had it in and out of my shopping cart half a dozen times . Now 3V with sabre grind sems like a no brainer at $240cad
👍Nice one Rob. Hmm the 3v model is Sabre grind,💪 now I need to think about my next acquisition. I have a vg10 San Mai version with hollow grind. Now do I go for a 3v or an a1x. The 3v is half the price and easier to keep sharp for my level of expertise. 😊👌
@@RobEvansWoodsman Yes! That was definitely the majority of it Rob. And i don't have really big mits either. Just did not feel like it would be comfortable with extended use. I like nice things and thought the investment might be worth it. But when i got it I just wasn't in love with it with that handle, and it was also $100 more than the srk 3v i just ordered. I also think the longer blade fits a good place with some other knives i have. Hope to get it delivered in a few days.
@@barryscott990 I know exactly what you mean, some people don't like the cold steel square and heavily textured handles, I do I think they have excellent grip.
@@RobEvansWoodsman I got it in today. Initial impression is I made the right choice for me. Handle felt great! Like the blade length, wouldn’t want longer though, like overall feel. Spine is sharp. This is Taiwan made so they must have shifted production from Italy. Like you say out of box is ok sharp but needs some polishing work. Fit to sheath is bit tight but might wear in. Overall great value imo with great all around steel. I’m happy, and you were spot on!
Ah the SRK, one of the best all-rounder survival knives ever IMHO. Lovely looking saw too, it looked really quick going through those logs. The Samurai Ichiban is the best saw I've used to far, even beats the zubat. They're only about £30 or something, worth a look👍🏻
@@RobEvansWoodsman hahaha of course you do!🤣 The Ichiban is Samurai's posh saw🤣, it's tapered like the silky and the teeth are harder than the cheaper ones. Honestly I'm chuffed to bits with it, even though I can't pose with it!🤣
Some good products but Cold steel treat customers like dog 💩. Had a few SRK blades & ALL of the handles came lose after mild splitting/batoning. Never came off but you could feel the movement & hear the rattle of the tang. Most annoying, & from my experience cold steel have ZERO interest in fixing/replacing their product. In fact you're lucky if they even reply to you. Luckily both HH & knives&tools are happy to send a replacement or give you a refund/credit.
Like the Master Hunter, the SRK 3V versions are flat saber grind that are thicker out to the tip compared to coldsteel's San Mai versions. Great video and enjoying your master level feather sticks! I completely agree with your assessment when compared to the Fallknivens, A1X > SRK 3V = S1X but I would put it very close to almost equal to the S1X. SRK has superior steel, but the S1X has convex grind and a more heft and girth for chopping and batoning.
Thanks Rob.
"clumbersome" I thought I heard you say. What a fantastic addition to the language.
Perfect video to watch as I'm packing my bag to head out to the woods!
Ah I too made my own necklace a few weeks ago 😊. Thanks for the vid!
I love this knife. I have been packing it in with a smaller companion knife casstrom woodsman. The handle is very comfortable. ( though not sure how long the rubber texture will hold up. Feels too soft for a knife handle! But thats why its comfortable ). I like how light it is considering its blade stock size. The swedge was way too sharp for me. I flattened it with a dremel. Found mine for 110 US. Quickly became one of my favorite knives. Glad REvans is chuffed with it too!
They are great knives, I've always had one , carbonV years ago then Sanmai now 3v.
I like the SRK (the handle is better than the skinny ones that Fallkniven keep doing).... very impressive and useful knife. Great video.....👍👍
Cheers Phil.
Cool knife, it seems like the perfect survival utility knife indeed, can’t go wrong with a 3V blade also, great vid Rob 👍🏻
Thumbs up for the SRK and Silky, 2 cuppa's tea for content creator!
Cup of tea ☕🫖☕🫖!!
Tidy - interesting that the SRK is so high up your list compared with A1/S1. Great as always.
Great video!
Since you only like nice comments I am telling you how much I enjoy watching your videos. :)
Thanks John from rural Missouri!
Good demonstration video...👍🤝
Thankx Rob
Cheers John
Thanks for bringing me along. :) I've been using my pocketboy a lot lately, along with my parangs..
Great video Rob!
Thanks Lance
👍👍👍
i just ordered an srk in 3V. cannot wait!
Another wonderful video, thanks Rob!
That's very kind of you.
Cheers Rob, as always, a great video and i was a little surprised with the feather sticking of the SRK.......me thinks it also has something to do with the person holding the knife as i am sure i wouldn't quite get the same result.......nice saw though but still prefer a bow saw
Cheers mate
The thumbnail " a lovely pair" reminded me of the " Carry on films ",
" That's a lovely pair Barbara ", "But it's an apple Sid "😂. Good review 👍.
Exactly what I was aiming for!
Glad someone noticed.
@@RobEvansWoodsman so in future when you take those two out together they'll be known as your Barbara Windsor's.😂
Brilliant, I love it.
Well done Rob !
Thanks Mike.
Hey Rob, thanks for the great content as always! Btw...I finally got my hands on one of your knives! SBT clone in 01. Fantastic knife! I was super happy to get this in used condition so I will USE IT, instead of having bought another safe queen. Thanks again!
That was a lucky find, thanks for the support, definitely use it, that's why I make them.
👌 the SRK 3V from Italy or the Taiwan Modell? Thanks
Taiwan
@@RobEvansWoodsman thanks Rob
Thankyou as always Rob , I do like the look of that SRK I have been looking to buy one and am not quite sure where to get that particular knife, lots of different SRKs with different grinds , dont want hollow grind any advice would be welcome thankyou
This 3v model (Taiwan) with a sabre grind is the best I've used mate, worth the extra money.
Hi Rob. I relooked at this video and one thing struck me that I missed before. Since then I've viewed many videos comparing Silky and Bahco saws, and they had one thing in common. The reviewer almost invariably used the same technique for both saws! Now when I saw your technique again, it was obvious why your style is so effective. There is a clear difference between the pull stroke and the return stroke, and you take your time about it, and do it carefully. The others just pound away as if speed is the only criterion that counts. Who cares if it takes 16 seconds longer to cut the log? Frantic activity like that probably uses up more calories anyway.
Just thought I'd share that.
Have a great day. I'm watching cricket and F1 today. Becoming a real couch potato! 😂
The Laplander is less prone to snapping than a silky and as most folks started off on a Laplander then use the silky the same way, which is obviously wrong.
@@RobEvansWoodsman Yeah, I read something about that somewhere. Bout time they got clued up, yeah?
Laplander users are up their own arses.
Ray Mears this and Ray Mears that......🤣🤣
Impressive sparks off the back! Not sure Cold Steel is still making the 3V though.
Amazon, about a buck fifty
This video reminds me, I'm looking for a knife and folding saw for a last minute grab and go camping bag. The bag may end up not being used for months on end so I don't want to tie up too much money, but not so cheap they are just crap and end up being annoying. (The knife needs to have a bit more heft than a Mora). Any suggestions?
Samurai saw is a good place to start, I'll think about the knife.
@@RobEvansWoodsman appreciate it Rob, thanks
Cold steel fin bear, fin hawk, outdoorsman lite.
I'd probably put two Mora's in there, carbon robust and something stainless for cooking. There's always the bahco hacking knife for splitting wood and dirty jobs , cheap and bombproof.
Hultafors also have a lot to offer.
@@RobEvansWoodsman Thank Rob, I'll check them out. Really appreciate it 🙂
More rubber might mean more comfort. But does it mean more fun?
🤣🤣
Awesome coldsteel knife,I was ,you got the cpm3v version, I saw a sanmai version as well,is either of the two great,better than the sk5 steel,wanted to ask before I bought one,saw these at bladebshow this year,didn't really get a chance to stay an ask questions,but I know coldsteel torture tests their stuff,this is a tough as is,thanks again
I sold my San Mai SRK the week after I had this one, this is an excellent mid size utility survival knife.
@@RobEvansWoodsman ,oh ok,so either than,is cpm3v better,I know it's strong stuff,stays wicked sharp,but a pain if you let it dull,as long as you stroke it time to time should be great or unless you have a worksharp,pr ken onion
@@RobEvansWoodsman ,thanks Rob,I'll get one as soon as I can,utility is definitely what I'd use it for
Not so much the steel but the sabre grind and smaller ricaso make this one the best choice in my opinion.
@@RobEvansWoodsman ,ok ty so far the only one I can find full size is 3v but price isn't listed,also sk5,skr-c an sanmai version, I'll probably have to order from coldsteel
Quick question, Rob - Has the SRK San Mai ever come out in a sabre or convex grind? Or has it always been hollow ground?
I'm beginning to develop a strong hankering for that knife! This test review came as a bit of a revelation, especially your comments about the comparison to the Falkniven! Those were pretty damn good feathersticks, and I know how particular you are about that.
Is that saw not a bit more awkward to pack than a Silky folder? It certainly cuts like a dream.
I seem to come across numerous videos where they complain bitterly about Silky saws snapping blades. I had a chat to the arborist who works here on the Park, and he says that is entirely down to bad technique. He claims it's almost impossible to break a Silky blade IF you use the correct method, correctly. Then in this video you also mentioned it. Your view on this?
Cheers mate!
Go slow and put pressure on the pull and the silky will be your best friend.
As far as I know the SRK SanMai only came in hollow grind but the carbon versions came in a sabre grind , I might be wrong on this.
@@RobEvansWoodsman Ta.
I've been humming and hawing over getting the San Mai version but the hollow grind was off-putting to me., had it in and out of my shopping cart half a dozen times . Now 3V with sabre grind sems like a no brainer at $240cad
Get it, it great!!
There's a second video filmed on this pair as I was so happy with them both.
👍Nice one Rob. Hmm the 3v model is Sabre grind,💪 now I need to think about my next acquisition. I have a vg10 San Mai version with hollow grind. Now do I go for a 3v or an a1x. The 3v is half the price and easier to keep sharp for my level of expertise. 😊👌
Srk 3v mate!!!
@@RobEvansWoodsman 👌👍😁
I just sent an F1 pro back for refund, and have ordered the srk 3v. Subscribed
Was it the handle?
@@RobEvansWoodsman Yes! That was definitely the majority of it Rob. And i don't have really big mits either. Just did not feel like it would be comfortable with extended use. I like nice things and thought the investment might be worth it. But when i got it I just wasn't in love with it with that handle, and it was also $100 more than the srk 3v i just ordered. I also think the longer blade fits a good place with some other knives i have. Hope to get it delivered in a few days.
@@barryscott990 I know exactly what you mean, some people don't like the cold steel square and heavily textured handles, I do I think they have excellent grip.
@@RobEvansWoodsman I got it in today. Initial impression is I made the right choice for me. Handle felt great! Like the blade length, wouldn’t want longer though, like overall feel. Spine is sharp. This is Taiwan made so they must have shifted production from Italy. Like you say out of box is ok sharp but needs some polishing work. Fit to sheath is bit tight but might wear in. Overall great value imo with great all around steel. I’m happy, and you were spot on!
Glad I can help.
We're did you get this with a sabre grind ?
Second hand but unused.
@@RobEvansWoodsman I could only find one with a hollow grind, I thought they must be discontinued.👍
heinnie.com/cold-steel-srk/
@@RobEvansWoodsman I seen this but it says it's a hollow grind not sabre.
@@TheDavewatts I'm pretty sure it's a sabre, buy it and if it's not right for you send it back.
Really enjoyed the review. My brother loves his san mai srk, he always wanted an A1 but it didn't fit his hand said it was uncomfortable.
Fallknivens have narrow handles unfortunately.
@@RobEvansWoodsman he's definitely got some paw's on him, really liked the silky saw .
Glad you like that knife rob never had a cold steel knife it makes a change from the usual suspects
I like it
Ah the SRK, one of the best all-rounder survival knives ever IMHO.
Lovely looking saw too, it looked really quick going through those logs.
The Samurai Ichiban is the best saw I've used to far, even beats the zubat. They're only about £30 or something, worth a look👍🏻
I have the small samurai saw and it's excellent, I still prefer Silky because they cost more and I'm a poser 😜🤣🤣🤣
@@RobEvansWoodsman hahaha of course you do!🤣
The Ichiban is Samurai's posh saw🤣, it's tapered like the silky and the teeth are harder than the cheaper ones. Honestly I'm chuffed to bits with it, even though I can't pose with it!🤣
@@RhysTucker2603 a real poser has a katanaboy 1000, bigboy outback and pocketboy.
I’m guessing that’s a new version of the 3V SRK and not the old Italian version. I wasn’t to happy with the old one...
This one has Taiwan on it.
Cool...I’ll have to find me one!
That's not WALES WET, you've still got your waist above water.
The made in Italy SRK CPM3V is much better the the Taiwan version with the black coating
I am liking this knife!
Some good products but Cold steel treat customers like dog 💩.
Had a few SRK blades & ALL of the handles came lose after mild splitting/batoning. Never came off but you could feel the movement & hear the rattle of the tang.
Most annoying, & from my experience cold steel have ZERO interest in fixing/replacing their product. In fact you're lucky if they even reply to you.
Luckily both HH & knives&tools are happy to send a replacement or give you a refund/credit.
That's good to know, I once had a recon tanto that had the wobbly handle.
Like the Master Hunter, the SRK 3V versions are flat saber grind that are thicker out to the tip compared to coldsteel's San Mai versions. Great video and enjoying your master level feather sticks! I completely agree with your assessment when compared to the Fallknivens, A1X > SRK 3V = S1X but I would put it very close to almost equal to the S1X. SRK has superior steel, but the S1X has convex grind and a more heft and girth for chopping and batoning.
I just find the S1 just too light for a knife that size.