It's called Campero because it is the classical shape of the knife folks used in the countryside (el campo) when working here in Spain. It is a totally Spanish knife, included its history :)
Man! I just picked up a Joker Campero with Olive Wood handle. So nice! I got the one with the fire steel. The Value is outstanding. This is my third Joker knife. These Spaniards really know how to make beautiful practical value knives!
I ordered this knife this morning based on Aaron's recommendation. For $76, it looks insane. The sheath alone would have to be worth $35 or $40. And, the one that I ordered comes with a fire steel...it's nuts!
Started looking for a bushcraft knife 3 months ago... Wanted... full tang, decent steel, NOT made in China, and under $50. Joker knives were about the only option I found. Bought the Joker Pantera and was so impressed I am a Joker fan boy now.
I’m moving to Australia in the next couple of months. I thought knives were illegal? Has there been a change in laws there? I’m preparing to give away my knife collection to my kids as I was under the impression that I couldn’t take them with me from the US.
@@onemetallifan5824 I’m in Victoria Australia. Always have a knife on me. Camping,fishing in the bush. Just not in the city as they are very precious and special people
@@onemetallifan5824 G'day mate, our laws, (and I paraphrase), allow carry for a lawful purpose, such as for your job, but does include recreational activity like camping, fishing. Just don't go walking the streets with one, lol. Btw; autos and assisted openers are a no go. Not sure how that would go in your luggage either, perhaps you could mail them to yourself. Cheers Duke.
@@timbo8486 G'day Tim, I'm in Vic too and you're quite right mate, very precious. The nutters are gonna do the wrong thing anyway. At least it's all good in the bush. Cheers Duke.
Very cool. No experience with Joker Knives, but a good bit of experience with Bohler steels like N690 and K720, and Sandvik 14C28N has become one of my favorites to be honest. I grew up in south Florida and live in the East Appalachian Temperate Rain Forest. I learned to appreciate a good stainless blade many years ago and with the right heat treat and cryo-quench the 14C28N is an impressive blade steel.
Over 40 years in Florida and have never once had an issue with a non-stainless knife. The terrible edge retention on 14C isn't worth the 5 seconds it takes to maintain your knife IMO.
@@Swearengen198014c28n has better edge retention than the overwhelming majority of carbon steels on knives like this. it beats out 1095, 80crv2, sk5, 1075, O1 etc for edge retention. while also being tougher than most of those steels except maybe 80crv2, and super stainless. you need to stop using cheap knives apparently.
@@acid6urns You shouldn't make assumptions. My most common EDC is 14c28n, a Kershaw Blur. And it's not shit compared to my cruwear or magnacut blades. One of my other EDC's is an MKC, so what was that about cheap blades? And you're wrong on 28n having better edge retention than 80crv2....It sure as shit doesn't hold an edge better than my Winkler.
Thanks, Aaron, for introducing me to this brand... after watching your videos, I ordered a Joker Ember, and never looked back. You were absolutely 100% correct regarding the fit and finish... it's comparable to many CUSTOM knives! LOVE the leather sheath with the dangler, too... GREAT quality!
I bought a Joker Canadiense with walnut handle scales a few years back. In short, I love it. The build quality is superb, the steel really holds an edge and is tough, and it came shaving sharp. I did eventually put my own edge on it (just a bit thinner), because I'm so used to it, but it's really just fine the way it comes. And, like you said, the sheath is outstanding. You would pay a lot for the sheath alone to have one made. My only regret is not buy the micarta version, for the added texture/grip. I felt like staying super traditional at the time, lol.
All I can say is that I have watched your Joker Lynx and Nomad videos. There was even a bit on the Joker Nessmuck. You made the choice for me to choose Joker. They are a phenomenal knife all around. It is hard to find something wrong with them. I currently own the Nomad. Simply awesome and will be adding the Joker Nessmuck soon. I wanted to carry the Nessmuck as I am from the Adirondacks and would find it honorable to carry a knife so similar to the one carried by George Washington Sears. Again, I can attest to the craftsmanship and the durability of these knives. They are kinda stand alone. I am so glad that you opened the door to the Joker company and that I took your advice. Truly the best knife maker out there. The Nomad is a beast.
Even Larin Thomas (knife steel nerds and the developer of MagnaCut) agrees. He broke down the composition to its chemistry and compared it to other budget ingot steels. Its basically the best mix of toughness and edge retention you can get until you more into powderform steels. Check out his posts about it specifically or his video breaking down most of the common knife steels in toughness vs edge retention on his youtube channel.
@@tarinindell8217 I do love reading knifesteelnerds, I felt pretty vindicated when I saw 14c28n was named the overall champ for non pm steel, always performed really well for me and I never understood why it wasnt a more popular option.
I've just bought the Joker Compero for hunting. Haven't yet used it on a deer but I'm keen to see how it handles field butchering compared to my original Coldsteel Master Hunter in carbon V steel which is what I judge all my other knives against. I'm very pleased with the design and overall finish of the Compero especially considering the overall price of $145 Australian delivered. If Joker offered a Kydex style sheath I would probably have gone with that over the leather purely for practical reasons. Great reviews, keep it up.
They're awesome. Thanks for covering them. I have three and love them. I'm planning on getting a couple more, just because. Thanks Aaron once again for great content!
Yeah man i live at 150 miles to Joker factory in Albacete Spain and i visited them Its amazing the passion and love that these men and women put in her job.... Its incredible how they keep her masterpieces under 100€ or $. Great video compadre i have the trampero and grandfather and sometimes i sleep with one under my pillow😂 Thumbs up from Spain
Been looking at this specific knife for a few months. I am going to be picking one up soon. Thanks for the review. They are beautiful, and come at a great price.
Just got one the other day. Very impressed !!! For the price and quality can't be beat. If this company keeps this up, they are definately going somewhere.
Probably the reason I have 20+ of them. And they are all good! I also have some models in Böhler K720 carbon steel but where I go I usually prefer stainless. They also have extremely well made traditional puukkos in 3 lengths. All you have to look for is the BS-9 stamp on the blade (Grupo BS-9 are 9 professional bushcraft and survival instructors) and/or designed by J. Sabater. The Nomad and Ursus have the thicker spine for when you need that.
@@jimlahey5623 BS-9 means Grupo BS-9. 9 Spanish bushcraft and survival instructors who tested and approved the J. Sabater design. It should be on the blade near the handle. I have two Nomads and both have them. Maybe you have a very early design? In fact all my Joker knives have this stamp except the traditional Puukko designs. They are designed by J. Sabater but don't have the BS-9 stamp. Joker does make knives without the stamp, even pocket knives, but the Nomad should have it.
@@StevanOutdoor thanks, it is here :) what fo you think about the difference between extrema ratio which top models are in same steel as joker, n690, and it costs 4x more than joker nomad? Is there something special in extrema ratio?
Aaron, I just received my Campero, and the belt attachment is different. Yours has a D-ring and a simple belt keeper. They are updating these. My Campero's sheath came with a circular carabiner and a belt keeper. So they basically give you an accessory similar to the LT Wright dangler one.
If the knife were any thicker it would be a club! Still, it's not as thick as some. I had a Falkniven, stupid thick! Back in the day, 100+ years ago people didn't beat their knives with a club, they simply gathered small wood to start their fires. The modern criteria for a bush craft knife, according to You Tube, is how well it survives abuse from couch potatoes.
I wish they would make a Micarta (OD green of course) version of the Nessmuk cause I LOVE mine but the walnut handle scales were SO slippery that I had to make my own scales and it was a bit of a PITA.
I have 3 x Jokers in my collection & all are great utility/camp/bushcraft knives. I was (still do) using Condor knives for this purpose but they only offer a limited number of stainless options. I checked out Joker and haven't looked back. All three are either Sandvik 12C or 14C - 1 x wood handle & 2 x micarta. All of your comments are spot on. Quality is excellent for the price & I love the leather sheaths. Just great affordable all-round user knives. Thanks for the vid and happy trails.
I watched this video at least twice, if not more. I think your videos are what introduced me to Joker Knives. As good as Joker Knives are, I’m surprised i don’t see more about them out there. I feel that they are flying under the radar a bit. At their price point, they’re a great value. The sheaths are awesome also. I have a Trampero. It’s a pretty neutral handled knife. Yet when you slide the knife in, it lightly snaps into place. Colour me impressed.
Would you choose the Joker Ember F over the Lynx?! Since like you mentioned in the video you might prefer stainless (14c28n) more, over the MoVa 1.4116 - to have better edge retention and corrosion resistance, compared to the Mova that for my understanding has more carbon content in it making it weaker than the 58-61 Rockwell Sandvik full stainless is able offer.. Right?!
Can someone please explain to me what's a point of having a thick knife like this joker and flat grind at the same time? Too thick for the kitchen and at the same time performs worse than any scandi for wood work.
I've been looking for a larger knife for heavier work. Something like a 6" plus blade. I keep going back and looking at the Joker Nomad. Pretty sure that will end up being the winner.
I have 3 of their knives... Trampero, Bushcrafter and Nomad. I love them. Welcome additions to my collection. The only thing I did to them is wet molded the sheaths and added custom lanyards I made for them. You get a knife ready to go at good price.
My friend the Nomad is producing right now, could be it isn't at your Amazon warehouse right now but it will be. Check it few days later. Greetings from Spain J.Sabater
@@bushandforge5065 G'day from Australia Jose, I have only experience with the Nomad, but it's obvious to me you know what you are doing. Appreciate your work mate, I look forward to adding a couple more of your designs to my inventory. Best wishes for the future. Cheers Duke.
@@eyeofthetiger4184 thanks a lot for your words. We're working in new models but we're plenty of work, if you like something a bit bigger I'll wait for this year, could be the bigger Nomad's brother. 😉 Almost, i release this month my own brand Taxus Knives, I hope it will be in Australia really soon, could be on March, but I have to wait for the distribution.
@@bushandforge5065 Many thanks for the reply Jose, great to hear from you as the designer of one of my favorites and good to know about some larger models and your own brand. I like to match a big with a smaller one to cover all tasks and have some backup. Happy to wait for them, I am moving house at the moment, its like a nightmare, but for real, hahaha. My knives and other tools will get special packing attention though.
J&V Knives, Cudeman, Muela, Miguel Nieto and Joker, of course... As a Spanish guy I own several of every brand and You should take a look at Cudeman or Nieto too. You will not regret it. For example, one of my preferits is my Nieto Chaman in Bohler N690co or, if I had to choose between any beast type like my BK2 or the Cudeman Entresierras for a humidity situations, definitly I'll choose the Cudeman. Just saying.
Same... I own several knives from Miguel Nieto, Muela, Joker, Cudeman etc ... And I love them all. Great knives ! My favourite ones are the Nieto Chaman MK140 + and my Cudeman (I forgot the exact name sorry). Speaking about the Chaman I just got its neck knife variant : the Chaman Micra. And for a small neck knife it's beautiful , very thick and sturdy balade and has the same AN-58 Steel. I'm impressed. Anyway I can't recommend enough those spanish knives brands.
When you did the video on the Joker Nomad, I had to have it and I bought one me myself and my Dad soon after. It has a great shape and very comfortable in the hand.
Hey, Aaron, I appreciate you coming around on stainless steels. It's hard to explain how important that is when you live in a humid environment. You're right about Joker. That Campero is on my short list for all the reasons you said.
G'day Charles, I thought these might get your attention mate. I've had a Nomad quite a while now and the N695, (my understanding similar to 440C), has performed admirably. Not quite sure why to be honest; it is quite thick stock, high sabre and convex ground, but I suspect the HT is just right to go with it. In any case it bodes well for their other models too. Cheers Duke.
I just got a folder from them that had broken scales, 2 rust spots and a jacked up knife edge. I have 6 jokers. I'm guessing the new guy made it and nobody caught it because the others are my best knives and I have about forty in my collection.
Manly Knives Crafter or Manly Drugar or Manly Patriot in CPM 154 . Perfect heat treatments, BEST blade and edge geometries on the market!!! A step above Jokers, both in heat treatment and in edge geometry. Their Drugar, cuts better than a Victorinox (CPM 15 carbides) and has similar slicing abilities. Thinest behind the edge fixed blade, I ever had, gives not only great cutting performance, but longevity of that slicing performance too!!
And also Check „Manly Knives“ from Bulgaria. The Manly Patriot and the Manly Comrade are also Hard to beat. :) in That Price Range. And in the higher Price Range you Need to Test the TRC South Pole and the awesome TRC Apocalypse. :D you will love it. 😃👍
I’ve been thinking about this brand ever since your first review. Given my respect of your opinion and the price I think it is time to take the leap. Thanks!
The brand is good just don't order the Nessmuk, it's dull and useless as far as a knife is concerned! Order any knife, just not this dull chisel they call a knife..
@@RamBowMike I respectfully disagree. I have the Joker Nessmuk, and there is nothing wrong with it. In fact, it came very sharp. Generally, I love the Nessmuk design, so I will admit my opinion is probably quite biased. It does food prep, wood carving, and other camp tasks very well. I haven’t used it to process any game, but given how other Nessmuks work on game, I’m quite confident this one is up to the task. No regrets from me on my purchase of the Joker Nessmuk. The Trampero and Canadiense are fantastic too!
Thanks Aaron for the video. Okay, now I have to check this brand out. Arizona is mostly desert and most of my knives are carbon steel, although last year we drove to Cape Cod and some of the southern states and saw a lot of humidity and rain. Guess I need some stainless blades too. Good review!
While traveling through Spain in December of 2022 I wanted to get a fixed blade to help with cooking dinners and such, I went to a local hunting shop and found the Joker Arrui 9 for the whopping price of €27 euros at the time was essential the same value as the USD. When I first saw the handle o thought it was plastic b/c of the price. But the owner told me it was olive wood which is a very dence and hard wood, it has a full tang and stainless I was sold immediately. It's sharp but I can't shave with it.. regardless it's been a great tool. I wanted to see what other thought about its quality and I landed on your video. I'm now thrilled that I was lucky enough to stumble on a quality brand knife that will last me a lifetime and for such a great price! Thanks for the review of the other blades too! Best of luck with 2023!
Hi, I bought the Joker Nomad (the small one) last year because of you and yeah its all your fault! I love IT and was thinking of getting him a Little Brother. Which one would you recommend to complete him the best? Campero? Lynx? Else? Thank you and Happy New year!🎉
If it was a straight woods tool I think the joker becomes if the convex edge. But the nose is very blunt and the handle is lower traction so if it was the T5 is a better all arounder
Great review! I've had a Joker Pantera, but it just didn't work for me. However, the fit and finish were flawless. I have the Joker Erizo and will never part with it, I find it to be the perfect companion and EDC knife. I'm buying another Joker knife today, and the Campero is at the top of the list, but I need to finalize my decision between it and the Montanero or Bushcrafter with a full flat grind. I'm sure that it'll be the Campero that gets the nod. Thanks again for the great review.
Ruike knives (pronounced 'Rake') makes a nice fixed blade model called the Jager F118. The blade steel is 14C28N with a 4.3" length. At about $63 on Amazon, it is a very nice knife. The handle may be a bit short for large hands, but the contour of the handle and fit & finish is very good. I have used it and it makes a very good camp knife. Seems competitive to the Joker knife.
Owning a bunch of Joker knives , i must say that for the price is hard to get anything better . And that Sadvik steel performs like a slightly more robust D2. If you are considering about buying one , just go ahead . Just that seath of them of that great quality , for me is at least a 50 dollar item!
Manly Knives, similar prices, BEST full flat grind geometries on the market, better steels, better heat treament plus Kydex sheath. PS Made in Europe too.
@@greekveteran2715 I also like Manly. I have the Patriot at D2 . But i can say the fit n finish of Joker is at slight upper level. For example the kydex seath of Patriot has a bad design at the holes , i could only reverse the fixed loop at a scout carry position
@@panagiotissoufliotis6558 Λογικό είναι, αφού έπεσα σε Έλληνα!! Τώρα είδα το όνομα σου, πριν δε το διάβασα!! Καλή δύναμη φίλε, κράτα τα ακονισμένα, έχουμε περιπέτειες μπροστά μας!
I have the nordico and it's great .high quality fit and finish all things mentioned I agree. Relatively new to scandi grinds it seem like it's a little too thick with too shallow of a grind to do anything other than carving or wood craft well. I know that's where scandis shine but compared.to terasaur , Mora, or the bushlore seems less useful overall. Any body have a thought on it? Think it was a design choice or trying to add strength? I like it and am happy with it just less likely to carry it by itself
I have the BushCrafter, the Ember, the Lynx, and the Ursus is on its way. Almost all other brands in the same league here in Canada are close to twice the price. The quality, fit and finish on these are second to none ( and I have Benchmade, Casstrom, Esee, Tops, Cudeman, Mora, etc. ). The quality of the leather sheaths alone on the BushCrafter and the Ember are fantastic. I was showing the BushCrafter to a local Leathersmith and he was very impressed with the quality, and his estimate to build the sheath was almost as much as I paid for the knife with the sheath. Here in Canada we deal with a lot of humidity and the stainless steels are pretty much a necessity. The Bohler steel is a joy to work with and holds and edge. There is a long history of knife \ sword making in Spain and one of those places is in Albacete dating back to at least the 1600s and its where Joker knives are made today. Spaniards make good knives!
Yes actually did a video on them a year or so ago call Blades but nowhere near the fit and finish levels that Joker is producing and nowhere near the quality of materials. But at least here in the states bps Knives is a budget option when you’re looking at him compared to Mora knives.
This just oozes quality. Haven't seen them irl, but i am reminded of an audi car. they look simple, but the lines, creases, paintjob is just flawless. still happy with them? Saw them in Walnut wood.... just hmm
Hey Aaron, love all the work you do. Thanks for what you’re doing. Fox Knives carries a lot of stainless. And they’re really good. They’re a little more pricey. Yes, then the Joker Knives. You also have Lion Steel and Joe-Tec. I have recently purchased really recently they haven’t even been delivered yet. Three Joker knives. Looking forward to putting them to use.
Hi! Thanks for the info, here in Spain we also have 2 more amazing knife brands that are worth to be checked. Cudeman and Muela. Both, are great brands with amazing steels.
I bought two jokers the nomad and bushcrafter.... Normally I buy upscale knives but I took a chance on these jokers buying knives that I usually like to spend a lot more for quality... But these two jokers I got r by far my most favorite knives. The edge sharpness is beyond unreal. I have no high end knife that even gets close to compare. They cut thru wood like a razor thru a pear. I try to grab other knives going out but I always end up just grabbing my jokers.they r true outdoor knives. I normally dont like leather sheaths but there's r soo well made. Buy joker knives cuz you'll have ur best go to knife that surpasses yur supposedly higher end more spendy knives. Best knives I ever used.
@@1800moonSugar considering that is where they are sold and the other info is correct... so I'd have to say that's the best info you are getting. But no, go on, you seem to suddenly be an expert on information because you were too lazy to go look for yourself. I do like how are trying to tell me I'm wrong though... When you are the one too blind to read basic information.
I carried a Spanish made boot knife in Vietnam think it was an Aitor . Served me well and saved my ass one time . I lost it some place over the years or someone pinched it . My father was a master swordsman and he told me that Spanish blades are very good he had numerous ones made in Toledo . However my drug addict sister sold them all when I was in Vietnam . I never spoke to her ever again .
I just received in the mail my first Joker knife, it literally arrived yesterday. I bought the LUCHADERA with a stag handle and Mo V 1.4116 steel I have no idea if it's a good steel or not but I love the look and feel of the knife and the sheath compliments it nicely it will probably be my new EDC belt knife and I'll see how the steel performs over time.
4116 is a German stainless steel that other brands have used such cold steel, and thats what they use on the pocket bushman which is really tough. As long as you know how to sharpen that steel won't bother you, doesn't hold an edge the longest but its good and tough (assuming it has a proper heat treat, which im sure it does lol)
3:33pm eastern standard on 1/15. I just ordered this knife. You had me on the Nomad review, but timing and $ never worked out. You just twisted my arm on this review. Used your link to purchase the knife and Gerber fire 🔥 starter.
Oh man, Aaron. Why do you keep doing this to me. I got my first lionsteel this month along with about 4 other knives. Now I want a joker. I'm really into the full flat gring right now and these knives are beautiful. My lionsteel is in m390. Another knife I got this month is the white river backpacker in s35vn. How does 14c28n and n695 compare to these steels? Thanks and God bless you and you beautiful family!
You said it for me with the comment on Mora,Martinni, and now Joker. Value , quality , low cost! Hard to beat for sure! Also LionSteel can be found at a rather low cost if you look around enuff…and they are fantastic as well. Appreciate the reviews!
Hi Gideon, I keep going back and forth between 2 different knives and I’m stuck on deciding between these knife steels: Joker Nomad [N695] Lionsteel T5 [Niolox] And ^ plus the coating on the knife as option “3” How much more corrosion resistant is one metal over the other? And to what degree does one hold an edge over the other? I have a kit that I’m building and I already have a hatchet/hammer…
You can also check Manly Knives from Bulgaria :) These are quite popular in EU as an example of good price to quality ratio , though I'm not sure about US prices,.
So which one of these knives can you recommend that has a clip on a Kydex sheath that can attach to your shorts if you don’t wear a belt? Something along the size of 8 inches or smaller
Joker knives are excellent. I bought one for myself and got my son a beautiful bowie for Christmas. I'm glad we're getting in on them now before they get popular and the price rises.
It's called Campero because it is the classical shape of the knife folks used in the countryside (el campo) when working here in Spain. It is a totally Spanish knife, included its history :)
Man! I just picked up a Joker Campero with Olive Wood handle. So nice! I got the one with the fire steel. The Value is outstanding. This is my third Joker knife. These Spaniards really know how to make beautiful practical value knives!
I love those Joker knives. Great value.
I ordered this knife this morning based on Aaron's recommendation. For $76, it looks insane. The sheath alone would have to be worth $35 or $40. And, the one that I ordered comes with a fire steel...it's nuts!
Hope it serves you well!! 👍
Started looking for a bushcraft knife 3 months ago... Wanted...
full tang, decent steel, NOT made in China, and under $50. Joker knives were about the only option I found. Bought the Joker Pantera and was so impressed I am a Joker fan boy now.
G’day from Australia I bought a joker 6 years ago all these years later finally got a Lynx based on your video you made a while ago. They are so good!
I’m moving to Australia in the next couple of months. I thought knives were illegal? Has there been a change in laws there? I’m preparing to give away my knife collection to my kids as I was under the impression that I couldn’t take them with me from the US.
@@onemetallifan5824
I’m in Victoria Australia. Always have a knife on me. Camping,fishing in the bush. Just not in the city as they are very precious and special people
@@onemetallifan5824 G'day mate, our laws, (and I paraphrase), allow carry for a lawful purpose, such as for your job, but does include recreational activity like camping, fishing. Just don't go walking the streets with one, lol.
Btw; autos and assisted openers are a no go.
Not sure how that would go in your luggage either, perhaps you could mail them to yourself. Cheers Duke.
@@timbo8486 G'day Tim, I'm in Vic too and you're quite right mate, very precious. The nutters are gonna do the wrong thing anyway. At least it's all good in the bush.
Cheers Duke.
@@timbo8486 or Fraser island, special there too. People have been fined for not having a fishing knife stored in the tackle box.
Very cool. No experience with Joker Knives, but a good bit of experience with Bohler steels like N690 and K720, and Sandvik 14C28N has become one of my favorites to be honest. I grew up in south Florida and live in the East Appalachian Temperate Rain Forest. I learned to appreciate a good stainless blade many years ago and with the right heat treat and cryo-quench the 14C28N is an impressive blade steel.
Over 40 years in Florida and have never once had an issue with a non-stainless knife. The terrible edge retention on 14C isn't worth the 5 seconds it takes to maintain your knife IMO.
Doesn't 14c have better edge retention then 1095 or other budget carbon steels?
@@Swearengen198014c28n has better edge retention than the overwhelming majority of carbon steels on knives like this. it beats out 1095, 80crv2, sk5, 1075, O1 etc for edge retention. while also being tougher than most of those steels except maybe 80crv2, and super stainless. you need to stop using cheap knives apparently.
@@acid6urns You shouldn't make assumptions. My most common EDC is 14c28n, a Kershaw Blur. And it's not shit compared to my cruwear or magnacut blades. One of my other EDC's is an MKC, so what was that about cheap blades? And you're wrong on 28n having better edge retention than 80crv2....It sure as shit doesn't hold an edge better than my Winkler.
Thanks, Aaron, for introducing me to this brand... after watching your videos, I ordered a Joker Ember, and never looked back. You were absolutely 100% correct regarding the fit and finish... it's comparable to many CUSTOM knives! LOVE the leather sheath with the dangler, too... GREAT quality!
Nope, your 100% correct..and 14c28n is also maybe the best choice they could have made
I bought a Joker Canadiense with walnut handle scales a few years back. In short, I love it. The build quality is superb, the steel really holds an edge and is tough, and it came shaving sharp. I did eventually put my own edge on it (just a bit thinner), because I'm so used to it, but it's really just fine the way it comes. And, like you said, the sheath is outstanding. You would pay a lot for the sheath alone to have one made. My only regret is not buy the micarta version, for the added texture/grip. I felt like staying super traditional at the time, lol.
Bark River Knives in Escanaba Michigan are awesome as well...
All I can say is that I have watched your Joker Lynx and Nomad videos. There was even a bit on the Joker Nessmuck. You made the choice for me to choose Joker. They are a phenomenal knife all around. It is hard to find something wrong with them. I currently own the Nomad. Simply awesome and will be adding the Joker Nessmuck soon. I wanted to carry the Nessmuck as I am from the Adirondacks and would find it honorable to carry a knife so similar to the one carried by George Washington Sears. Again, I can attest to the craftsmanship and the durability of these knives. They are kinda stand alone. I am so glad that you opened the door to the Joker company and that I took your advice. Truly the best knife maker out there. The Nomad is a beast.
Would you get Flat or Scandi on your Nessmuk?
Im going to have to get one of these, 14c28n is an underapreciated great knife steel.
Even Larin Thomas (knife steel nerds and the developer of MagnaCut) agrees. He broke down the composition to its chemistry and compared it to other budget ingot steels.
Its basically the best mix of toughness and edge retention you can get until you more into powderform steels.
Check out his posts about it specifically or his video breaking down most of the common knife steels in toughness vs edge retention on his youtube channel.
@@tarinindell8217 I do love reading knifesteelnerds, I felt pretty vindicated when I saw 14c28n was named the overall champ for non pm steel, always performed really well for me and I never understood why it wasnt a more popular option.
Joker makes several knives in K720 (O2) steel as well.
@@mmiller73 have one in that steel K720.....came in an oiled plastic sheath on the blade.....makes me think it is more delicate than the 14c28n......
The metal snobs are rolling their eyes. 🙄
I've just bought the Joker Compero for hunting. Haven't yet used it on a deer but I'm keen to see how it handles field butchering compared to my original Coldsteel Master Hunter in carbon V steel which is what I judge all my other knives against. I'm very pleased with the design and overall finish of the Compero especially considering the overall price of $145 Australian delivered. If Joker offered a Kydex style sheath I would probably have gone with that over the leather purely for practical reasons. Great reviews, keep it up.
Thanks so much!!
They're awesome. Thanks for covering them. I have three and love them. I'm planning on getting a couple more, just because. Thanks Aaron once again for great content!
Yeah man i live at 150 miles to Joker factory in Albacete Spain and i visited them
Its amazing the passion and love that these men and women put in her job....
Its incredible how they keep her masterpieces under 100€ or $. Great video compadre i have the trampero and grandfather and sometimes i sleep with one under my pillow😂
Thumbs up from Spain
Awesome and glad to here how cool the team there is!
Been looking at this specific knife for a few months. I am going to be picking one up soon. Thanks for the review. They are beautiful, and come at a great price.
I have many Snap-on and Bahco pliers made in Spain. My son just got a rifle made in Sain. Spain does some excellent things with steel.
Just got one the other day. Very impressed !!! For the price and quality can't be beat. If this company keeps this up, they are definately going somewhere.
Probably the reason I have 20+ of them. And they are all good! I also have some models in Böhler K720 carbon steel but where I go I usually prefer stainless. They also have extremely well made traditional puukkos in 3 lengths. All you have to look for is the BS-9 stamp on the blade (Grupo BS-9 are 9 professional bushcraft and survival instructors) and/or designed by J. Sabater. The Nomad and Ursus have the thicker spine for when you need that.
Just received my Joker Nordico in K720 walnut handle. Easily could pass for a 300+ dollar knife. My only complaint is the sheath
@@jhtsurvival Does that one no longer come with the dangler leather sheath?
What is the bs9 stamp? I have nomad and i couldnt find it
@@jimlahey5623 BS-9 means Grupo BS-9. 9 Spanish bushcraft and survival instructors who tested and approved the J. Sabater design. It should be on the blade near the handle. I have two Nomads and both have them. Maybe you have a very early design? In fact all my Joker knives have this stamp except the traditional Puukko designs. They are designed by J. Sabater but don't have the BS-9 stamp. Joker does make knives without the stamp, even pocket knives, but the Nomad should have it.
@@StevanOutdoor thanks, it is here :) what fo you think about the difference between extrema ratio which top models are in same steel as joker, n690, and it costs 4x more than joker nomad? Is there something special in extrema ratio?
Aaron, I just received my Campero, and the belt attachment is different. Yours has a D-ring and a simple belt keeper. They are updating these. My Campero's sheath came with a circular carabiner and a belt keeper. So they basically give you an accessory similar to the LT Wright dangler one.
Awesome!
You haven't even gotten to the Cudeman or Nieto knives yet...
If the knife were any thicker it would be a club! Still, it's not as thick as some.
I had a Falkniven, stupid thick! Back in the day, 100+ years ago people didn't beat their knives with a club, they simply gathered small wood to start their fires. The modern criteria for a bush craft knife, according to You Tube, is how well it survives abuse from couch potatoes.
I feel your pain. I own 8 Jokers including the Campero. The struggle to not buy a 9th is real! I want the Nordico so bad!
One can never have too many knives brother :-D
Greetings from Germany
@@mr.b111 I agree. I finally broke down and bought the Nordico in K720 steel. It’s my favorite of the bunch!
I wish they would make a Micarta (OD green of course) version of the Nessmuk cause I LOVE mine but the walnut handle scales were SO slippery that I had to make my own scales and it was a bit of a PITA.
I have 3 x Jokers in my collection & all are great utility/camp/bushcraft knives. I was (still do) using Condor knives for this purpose but they only offer a limited number of stainless options. I checked out Joker and haven't looked back. All three are either Sandvik 12C or 14C - 1 x wood handle & 2 x micarta. All of your comments are spot on. Quality is excellent for the price & I love the leather sheaths. Just great affordable all-round user knives. Thanks for the vid and happy trails.
I've had Muela knives for years starting with the Spanish Army one.
I watched this video at least twice, if not more. I think your videos are what introduced me to Joker Knives. As good as Joker Knives are, I’m surprised i don’t see more about them out there. I feel that they are flying under the radar a bit. At their price point, they’re a great value. The sheaths are awesome also. I have a Trampero. It’s a pretty neutral handled knife. Yet when you slide the knife in, it lightly snaps into place. Colour me impressed.
For sure, they are so good for the price
Another one that won't do as well here in Australia due to price gouging.
The Campero retails here in between $200-$390...
Man that sucks
Would you choose the Joker Ember F over the Lynx?! Since like you mentioned in the video you might prefer stainless (14c28n) more, over the MoVa 1.4116 - to have better edge retention and corrosion resistance, compared to the Mova that for my understanding has more carbon content in it making it weaker than the 58-61 Rockwell Sandvik full stainless is able offer.. Right?!
Yes I would take 14c28n if I have a choice
Can someone please explain to me what's a point of having a thick knife like this joker and flat grind at the same time? Too thick for the kitchen and at the same time performs worse than any scandi for wood work.
I've been looking for a larger knife for heavier work. Something like a 6" plus blade. I keep going back and looking at the Joker Nomad. Pretty sure that will end up being the winner.
I don't remember but the prime version of the Campero was a carbon steel k720 - olive wood and convex bevel a beautyfull version ....
I have 3 of their knives... Trampero, Bushcrafter and Nomad. I love them. Welcome additions to my collection. The only thing I did to them is wet molded the sheaths and added custom lanyards I made for them. You get a knife ready to go at good price.
Finally pulled the trigger and purchased my first Joker. The Ember is amazing.
Awesome choice!!
Is Joker just not making the Nomad anymore? I can't find them anywhere. I was wanting to get the Nomad CV125-P.
My friend the Nomad is producing right now, could be it isn't at your Amazon warehouse right now but it will be. Check it few days later. Greetings from Spain J.Sabater
@@bushandforge5065 G'day from Australia Jose, I have only experience with the Nomad, but it's obvious to me you know what you are doing. Appreciate your work mate, I look forward to adding a couple more of your designs to my inventory. Best wishes for the future. Cheers Duke.
@@eyeofthetiger4184 thanks a lot for your words. We're working in new models but we're plenty of work, if you like something a bit bigger I'll wait for this year, could be the bigger Nomad's brother. 😉
Almost, i release this month my own brand Taxus Knives, I hope it will be in Australia really soon, could be on March, but I have to wait for the distribution.
@@bushandforge5065 Many thanks for the reply Jose, great to hear from you as the designer of one of my favorites and good to know about some larger models and your own brand. I like to match a big with a smaller one to cover all tasks and have some backup. Happy to wait for them, I am moving house at the moment, its like a nightmare, but for real, hahaha. My knives and other tools will get special packing attention though.
J&V Knives, Cudeman, Muela, Miguel Nieto and Joker, of course...
As a Spanish guy I own several of every brand and You should take a look at Cudeman or Nieto too. You will not regret it.
For example, one of my preferits is my Nieto Chaman in Bohler N690co or, if I had to choose between any beast type like my BK2 or the Cudeman Entresierras for a humidity situations, definitly I'll choose the Cudeman.
Just saying.
Same... I own several knives from Miguel Nieto, Muela, Joker, Cudeman etc ... And I love them all. Great knives !
My favourite ones are the Nieto Chaman MK140 + and my Cudeman (I forgot the exact name sorry). Speaking about the Chaman I just got its neck knife variant : the Chaman Micra. And for a small neck knife it's beautiful , very thick and sturdy balade and has the same AN-58 Steel. I'm impressed.
Anyway I can't recommend enough those spanish knives brands.
Did you ever do the review of the Bushcrafter?
Not a dedicated one
When you did the video on the Joker Nomad, I had to have it and I bought one me myself and my Dad soon after. It has a great shape and very comfortable in the hand.
Hey, Aaron, I appreciate you coming around on stainless steels. It's hard to explain how important that is when you live in a humid environment. You're right about Joker. That Campero is on my short list for all the reasons you said.
Nice!!!
G'day Charles, I thought these might get your attention mate. I've had a Nomad quite a while now and the N695, (my understanding similar to 440C), has performed admirably. Not quite sure why to be honest; it is quite thick stock, high sabre and convex ground, but I suspect the HT is just right to go with it. In any case it bodes well for their other models too. Cheers Duke.
@@eyeofthetiger4184 thanks man! More confirmation!
I just got a folder from them that had broken scales, 2 rust spots and a jacked up knife edge. I have 6 jokers. I'm guessing the new guy made it and nobody caught it because the others are my best knives and I have about forty in my collection.
Yikes! Send that one bakx
How do you feel about dc53 steel? Like I’m Eafengrow ef128 knife? I cannot tell the difference in hand between it and D2.
Not sure
Manly Knives Crafter or Manly Drugar or Manly Patriot in CPM 154 . Perfect heat treatments, BEST blade and edge geometries on the market!!! A step above Jokers, both in heat treatment and in edge geometry. Their Drugar, cuts better than a Victorinox (CPM 15 carbides) and has similar slicing abilities. Thinest behind the edge fixed blade, I ever had, gives not only great cutting performance, but longevity of that slicing performance too!!
I have to look intonit
And also Check „Manly Knives“ from Bulgaria.
The Manly Patriot and the Manly Comrade are also Hard to beat. :) in That Price Range.
And in the higher Price Range you Need to Test the TRC South Pole and the awesome TRC Apocalypse. :D you will love it. 😃👍
I’ve been thinking about this brand ever since your first review. Given my respect of your opinion and the price I think it is time to take the leap. Thanks!
The brand is good just don't order the Nessmuk, it's dull and useless as far as a knife is concerned! Order any knife, just not this dull chisel they call a knife..
@@RamBowMike I respectfully disagree. I have the Joker Nessmuk, and there is nothing wrong with it. In fact, it came very sharp. Generally, I love the Nessmuk design, so I will admit my opinion is probably quite biased. It does food prep, wood carving, and other camp tasks very well. I haven’t used it to process any game, but given how other Nessmuks work on game, I’m quite confident this one is up to the task. No regrets from me on my purchase of the Joker Nessmuk. The Trampero and Canadiense are fantastic too!
@@KepmukNesshart I agree the Trampero and Canadiense arrived sharp but the Nessmuk was like an old dull chisel.
@@RamBowMike Sorry to hear you had bad luck with that one. Again, mine came screaming sharp.
Thanks Aaron for the video. Okay, now I have to check this brand out. Arizona is mostly desert and most of my knives are carbon steel, although last year we drove to Cape Cod and some of the southern states and saw a lot of humidity and rain. Guess I need some stainless blades too. Good review!
Joker Ember my go-to camp knife.. And I use a QSP canary neck knife (14c28n sandvik).. So I hear you 😎👍
They sure looks nice. And looks to be quality. At a decent price. That's good.
While traveling through Spain in December of 2022 I wanted to get a fixed blade to help with cooking dinners and such, I went to a local hunting shop and found the Joker Arrui 9 for the whopping price of €27 euros at the time was essential the same value as the USD. When I first saw the handle o thought it was plastic b/c of the price. But the owner told me it was olive wood which is a very dence and hard wood, it has a full tang and stainless I was sold immediately. It's sharp but I can't shave with it.. regardless it's been a great tool. I wanted to see what other thought about its quality and I landed on your video. I'm now thrilled that I was lucky enough to stumble on a quality brand knife that will last me a lifetime and for such a great price! Thanks for the review of the other blades too! Best of luck with 2023!
Hi, I bought the Joker Nomad (the small one) last year because of you and yeah its all your fault! I love IT and was thinking of getting him a Little Brother. Which one would you recommend to complete him the best? Campero? Lynx? Else? Thank you and Happy New year!🎉
Campero is the easy choice
I am tossing up between the Joker Nomad and the Lionsteel T5. If price wasn’t an issue which would you pick? And why?
If it was a straight woods tool I think the joker becomes if the convex edge. But the nose is very blunt and the handle is lower traction so if it was the T5 is a better all arounder
Great review! I've had a Joker Pantera, but it just didn't work for me. However, the fit and finish were flawless. I have the Joker Erizo and will never part with it, I find it to be the perfect companion and EDC knife. I'm buying another Joker knife today, and the Campero is at the top of the list, but I need to finalize my decision between it and the Montanero or Bushcrafter with a full flat grind. I'm sure that it'll be the Campero that gets the nod. Thanks again for the great review.
Ruike knives (pronounced 'Rake') makes a nice fixed blade model called the Jager F118. The blade steel is 14C28N with a 4.3" length. At about $63 on Amazon, it is a very nice knife. The handle may be a bit short for large hands, but the contour of the handle and fit & finish is very good. I have used it and it makes a very good camp knife. Seems competitive to the Joker knife.
Owning a bunch of Joker knives , i must say that for the price is hard to get anything better . And that Sadvik steel performs like a slightly more robust D2. If you are considering about buying one , just go ahead . Just that seath of them of that great quality , for me is at least a 50 dollar item!
Manly Knives, similar prices, BEST full flat grind geometries on the market, better steels, better heat treament plus Kydex sheath. PS Made in Europe too.
@@greekveteran2715 I also like Manly. I have the Patriot at D2 . But i can say the fit n finish of Joker is at slight upper level. For example the kydex seath of Patriot has a bad design at the holes , i could only reverse the fixed loop at a scout carry position
@@panagiotissoufliotis6558 Λογικό είναι, αφού έπεσα σε Έλληνα!! Τώρα είδα το όνομα σου, πριν δε το διάβασα!! Καλή δύναμη φίλε, κράτα τα ακονισμένα, έχουμε περιπέτειες μπροστά μας!
@@greekveteran2715 Χαχαχα. Καλό ξημέρωμα αδελφέ, έτσι... δίκιο έχεις
I have the nordico and it's great .high quality fit and finish all things mentioned I agree. Relatively new to scandi grinds it seem like it's a little too thick with too shallow of a grind to do anything other than carving or wood craft well. I know that's where scandis shine but compared.to terasaur , Mora, or the bushlore seems less useful overall. Any body have a thought on it? Think it was a design choice or trying to add strength? I like it and am happy with it just less likely to carry it by itself
Campero it is the tipical spanish knife, you can check also other spanish brands like; Cudeman,Nieto,Muela..
Greetings from Spain!!!
Hey could we see a comparison between there blade steels if your looking for a video idea, I'm curious of the performance difference
I'd love to see a review of the Joker Arrui line. I'm curious if the bottom end of their line is still decent quality. Thanks!! Keep up the good work!
I have the BushCrafter, the Ember, the Lynx, and the Ursus is on its way. Almost all other brands in the same league here in Canada are close to twice the price. The quality, fit and finish on these are second to none ( and I have Benchmade, Casstrom, Esee, Tops, Cudeman, Mora, etc. ). The quality of the leather sheaths alone on the BushCrafter and the Ember are fantastic. I was showing the BushCrafter to a local Leathersmith and he was very impressed with the quality, and his estimate to build the sheath was almost as much as I paid for the knife with the sheath. Here in Canada we deal with a lot of humidity and the stainless steels are pretty much a necessity. The Bohler steel is a joy to work with and holds and edge. There is a long history of knife \ sword making in Spain and one of those places is in Albacete dating back to at least the 1600s and its where Joker knives are made today. Spaniards make good knives!
Joker or Mora? Could only choose one.
Lools like a good knife, haven't used them yet. Have you heard of BPS Knives? A little cheaper though in the arena.
Yes actually did a video on them a year or so ago call Blades but nowhere near the fit and finish levels that Joker is producing and nowhere near the quality of materials. But at least here in the states bps Knives is a budget option when you’re looking at him compared to Mora knives.
This just oozes quality. Haven't seen them irl, but i am reminded of an audi car. they look simple, but the lines, creases, paintjob is just flawless.
still happy with them? Saw them in Walnut wood.... just hmm
I just wish they would have a better consistent heat treatment, they range from terrible to perfect ...
Hey Aaron, love all the work you do. Thanks for what you’re doing. Fox Knives carries a lot of stainless. And they’re really good. They’re a little more pricey. Yes, then the Joker Knives. You also have Lion Steel and Joe-Tec. I have recently purchased really recently they haven’t even been delivered yet. Three Joker knives. Looking forward to putting them to use.
What you think of joker nomad? It is a good survival knife?
It’s a good all arounder for sure
Who is a good survival knife for you? A knife that do not break easily and can do tuff work? Thanks!
Looking for a Nomad...
Does any one know in which angle Joker flat blades get sharpened?
Hi! Thanks for the info, here in Spain we also have 2 more amazing knife brands that are worth to be checked. Cudeman and Muela. Both, are great brands with amazing steels.
And Nieto, and almost anything from Albacete or Toledo.
There are artisans ones as well, marvelous ones as for example jj Martinez.
Nieto is also from Spain and are very similar knives for a similar price and I believe they apart of guild in their region
3:58 big hand referenced
I bought two jokers the nomad and bushcrafter.... Normally I buy upscale knives but I took a chance on these jokers buying knives that I usually like to spend a lot more for quality... But these two jokers I got r by far my most favorite knives. The edge sharpness is beyond unreal. I have no high end knife that even gets close to compare. They cut thru wood like a razor thru a pear. I try to grab other knives going out but I always end up just grabbing my jokers.they r true outdoor knives. I normally dont like leather sheaths but there's r soo well made. Buy joker knives cuz you'll have ur best go to knife that surpasses yur supposedly higher end more spendy knives. Best knives I ever used.
As someone that loves sharp steel I would go for the K720 carbon steel @63-64 HRC in the scandi variant. Thanks for the review, awesome looking knife!
@@1800moonSugar yep, if you go to Amazon and read the description it's all listed right there.
@@1800moonSugar considering that is where they are sold and the other info is correct... so I'd have to say that's the best info you are getting. But no, go on, you seem to suddenly be an expert on information because you were too lazy to go look for yourself. I do like how are trying to tell me I'm wrong though... When you are the one too blind to read basic information.
Had my Ember, scandi in curly birch for a few months now. It's beautiful. Just had to oil up the sheath and strop a little.
In Florida. Can't have a non stainless knife. If you hike or camp, you will wake up with rust on your blade.
I have two of their Campero with different handles and their Trampero ....have the 4 different handle types.....
I wish I could get them either without a sheath or with a left hand sheath.
Do you prefer the Bushcrafter or the Campero?
Your feather sticking has gotten so much better. You can tell you have really practiced and it’s payed off
Have to agree. I have the Erizo, Nessmuk and SWAT. All excellent knives and sheaths and very affordable.
Would be interested in your opinion about differences in Joker v Helle knives.
after all this years you still look into the side articulate screen and not into the lens ...
I carried a Spanish made boot knife in Vietnam think it was an Aitor . Served me well and saved my ass one time . I lost it some place over the years or someone pinched it . My father was a master swordsman and he told me that Spanish blades are very good he had numerous ones made in Toledo . However my drug addict sister sold them all when I was in Vietnam . I never spoke to her ever again .
What stainless does Joker use. What type of steel is it
They use a number of steels as he said including Bohler N360 but also 14C28N, MoVa steels like 1.4116, right down to 420.
@@simonh6371 I got a beautiful joker but doesn’t state steel on it
@@longrangex6083 You can look on websites to find out, you might even have to look on a Spanish site. Does it have the name of the knife on it?
I just pulled the trigger on their Trapper/trampero knife. we'll see if it works for me.
I really wish they made their Nomad knife in 14c28n
I just received in the mail my first Joker knife, it literally arrived yesterday. I bought the LUCHADERA with a stag handle and Mo V 1.4116 steel I have no idea if it's a good steel or not but I love the look and feel of the knife and the sheath compliments it nicely it will probably be my new EDC belt knife and I'll see how the steel performs over time.
4116 is a German stainless steel that other brands have used such cold steel, and thats what they use on the pocket bushman which is really tough. As long as you know how to sharpen that steel won't bother you, doesn't hold an edge the longest but its good and tough (assuming it has a proper heat treat, which im sure it does lol)
That steel gets used a lot in high-end kitchen knives. It's more on the toughness end, but for an outdoors knife that's a good thing IMHO.
After doing some research on 4116 I would probably go with 14c28n next time. It seems to be an all-round performer.
3:33pm eastern standard on 1/15. I just ordered this knife. You had me on the Nomad review, but timing and $ never worked out. You just twisted my arm on this review. Used your link to purchase the knife and Gerber fire 🔥 starter.
Awesome choices
Hey Aaron. What knife would you say you have used the most out of the collection that you have?
The campero 👍
@@gideonstactical wow. So out of all of your fixed blades and folders it's the campero? Ok.
I got a Lynx and it’s nice for sure. Full tang, leather sheath. But man, that handle is slick as goose shit.
wrap it in hockey tape....
You could sand it using fine sand paper?
Oh man, Aaron. Why do you keep doing this to me. I got my first lionsteel this month along with about 4 other knives. Now I want a joker. I'm really into the full flat gring right now and these knives are beautiful. My lionsteel is in m390. Another knife I got this month is the white river backpacker in s35vn. How does 14c28n and n695 compare to these steels? Thanks and God bless you and you beautiful family!
Can you check the ontario huny plus camp knife? it's about 30 usd
I have many N695 steel knives and I can't reccommend them enough, great steel it is a very good 440C.
Try also Cudeman. I have been in their factory that is in the same road as the Joker brand is placed and they are also top of the line
Just bought a Campero for 73 USD including shipping. Let's see, hoping it lives up to the review
You said it for me with the comment on Mora,Martinni, and now Joker. Value , quality , low cost! Hard to beat for sure! Also LionSteel can be found at a rather low cost if you look around enuff…and they are fantastic as well. Appreciate the reviews!
They are the flavour of the moment. Steel is steel.if you get the recipe,heat treatment right all these sandvik stainlesss steels are great.
Hi Gideon,
I keep going back and forth between 2 different knives and I’m stuck on deciding between these knife steels:
Joker Nomad [N695]
Lionsteel T5 [Niolox]
And ^ plus the coating on the knife as option “3”
How much more corrosion resistant is one metal over the other? And to what degree does one hold an edge over the other? I have a kit that I’m building and I already have a hatchet/hammer…
You can also check Manly Knives from Bulgaria :) These are quite popular in EU as an example of good price to quality ratio , though I'm not sure about US prices,.
So which one of these knives can you recommend that has a clip on a Kydex sheath that can attach to your shorts if you don’t wear a belt? Something along the size of 8 inches or smaller
The Trampero looks like a Kephart style blade and looks to be shorter than the BK62 kephart. That one's on my list.
Joker knives are excellent. I bought one for myself and got my son a beautiful bowie for Christmas. I'm glad we're getting in on them now before they get popular and the price rises.