Hi Chris, Thanks for this latest video! Completely understand your comments about updating & upgrading your knife inventory. Really glad to hear that you intend to do some upcoming videos on products available at The Knife Connection. They currently have a great package deal on a customized Esee 6 with a complete Sheath unit. Hence, I am REALLY interested to see & hear your thoughts in an upcoming PM101 video on a direct comparison between the Becker BK7 and the Esee 6 since those seem to be the two most frequently used Bushcraft knives in that size (and price range) by You Tubers. To be honest, it occurred to me that it would also be a perfect subject matter for one of your PM101 videos for that very same reason! Since many of us subs highly value your thoughts and opinion on a matter like this subject, I respectfully ask you to consider making that type of video when you have the time & opportunity to do so. I really think A LOT of your PM101 viewers would really appreciate seeing a video from you on that topic. Thanks again for all of your work on this channel!
Got my BK7 long before I found your channel. Found you because of my knife. The belt loop on the sheath is one piece. You have to take your belt loose to hang the sheath on it. Also mine came with a BK13 in the small pocket. Super to have found both of you. BK7 and PM101. You're honest thanks for everything you do for us.
It blows my mind that you get blow back from people about the knives YOU like. Some people are just idiots...plain and simple. I am new to the blade fan ranks having lived the first four and a half decades on Earth with knives given to me as gifts, "hand me downs" knives, or cheap blades in giveaway membership promotions. Thank you for your insight and opinions on various knives. Between you (and other knife youtubers) and a good friend who is into knives, my budding knife appreciation continues to grow. Although my wish list doesn't include the high end knives you review, your insights into the positives and negatives of any knife is valuable to many of us that can't always pick up a knife and hold it before buying. We live in an age of Amazon where "trying before you buy" in a brick and mortar store is becoming more rare. You just can't find many stores that carry decent knives and your reviews help us out here to form valuable opinions and learn what to look for. So again, thank you! Your take on the Junglas II is one of the primary reasons I have it on my list to buy. I have been on the fence between it and the Esse 6 but I think I am going with the Junglas II. It looks like a knife that is well suited for many tasks in the woods. Coupled with a small fixed blade (like the CRKT Siwi in SK5 steel that I am very fond of -- and that Santa may leave under the tree this year) the Junglas II should be a great woods blade to have around. Keep the videos coming!
Thank You for keep in the bk7... I remember that's what brought me to this channel... I knew i was gonna buy it but I had to see reviews... u were the first one o e the list so I watched ... and watched more and I was introduced to this beautiful we now all call jessica....not to get mushy but the bk7 HAS ICON STATUS in my book... mine is named elizabeth btw lol
Looking at that one makes me want to get one I know I have to customize it to look like a personal knife but it will be worth it when I have a cool leather Sheeva, my father had a very cool old knive he made a sheeve out of a old custom gun holster that went great with the knife someone stole it it's one of a kind it had some kinda eached in Spanish writing so if any of my family member's and I see it could be ID who ever stole it made shire we would never see it again.
I love my EXT-1. I bought the EXT-2 first because I thought the additional size would perform more tasks. I found the smaller size of the EXT-1 to be more useful and comfortable. I carry the EXT-1 on my belt, a T-17 on my pack for batoning, a BK24 on my drop holster as a small back-up, and a Mora Pro-S thrown in my pack for "just in case". I know I carry too many knives
I've actually used the MSK briefly and didn't particularly like it. For being a knife that was built from the ground up to be a "one tool" option it performs poorly at even basic tasks. For being as heavy as it is it doesn't chop well. The blade is relatively short, so it has real issues batoning large logs. And it carves like a sharpened crowbar. I'm sure there's a niche market for it, but IMO it's more of a gimmick than an actual practical blade.
@Barry Bueler No doubt. The "benefits" of this knife are that it's different, and it has a specific purpose. Well, transvestite prostitutes are also different with a specific purpose. I'm quite sure I can do without both.
@@barrybueler3356 - yeah i almost drank the MSK kool aid. got sucked into all the hype marketing plus it looked so unique. ((sigh of relief didnt waste money on it)).
Esse provides all my needs other than a 6 inch handmade folding fillet knife! To each their own though! I don't knock anyone knife choices it's none of my business! We all have different needs and uses! Good video!
I think the thing is as you get more involved in collecting knives, your taste changes as well. And if you can you do start looking at more expensive knives to add to your collection.
@@ashmerch2558 the 4 and 5 are completely different knives. The 5 doesn't really fit well in the line-up. It's thicker, heavier, and has a different blade shape. The 3, 4, and 6 all look like the same line, but progressively bigger. I wish ESEE made a 5 that truly fit in that line. The 5 is like a sharpened crow-bar
This channel ...... this damn channel .... it’s ....just FREAKIN AWESOME !!! Because of you ! You insidious bastard I have the greatest two combat knives ever made ! (For my price range and budget) the TOPS OPERATOR SEVEN , and my re-scaled BECKER BK-9 ! Thank you 🙏 Chris for feeding the only good addiction I have ....
Personally the type of steel that I consider being a good quality or D2 and 440C. One of my favorite camp knives is the camp knife From knives of Alaska out of D2. With the stag handle. It stays sharp as a razor is tough as nails and one of the most practical knives I have ever used. Especially when taking it into the kitchen at the camp. The handle does not get in The way of chopping onions and other vegetables and meats. But besides that I carry all through the woods in every place I go. So when I saw that you had one that was made of D2 steel I was so happy. I Consider D2 some of the finest steal ever made. And it is of the highest-quality.
G'day Chris, Well, mate you created a real interesting video. I reckon it’s good to know what knives you like so much you decide to hang on to them. After all, you see just about every major knife release in the US and elsewhere, sometimes. Some of my knives are comparatively cheap Cold Steel knives that many, many people would sneer at but I don't give a dead wombat's ring what other people think. Some of my knives I have to save up for months in advance and some I've only got because of the generosity and kindness of good people at the Pout House, DLT and Dark Timber Brotherhood etc. The prices are immaterial. If I don't like a knife it doesn't matter if it costs $19.95 or $2,837. 99. And then again I reckon some of the highest priced 'custom', 'artistic' folders are just catering to a market who wishes to have the latest and the most expensive because they can. I’ve got no trouble with that. All my life I've wanted a Bentley motor vehicle. I'll never have one unless I snag the lottery and if I did I'd only buy the model I love the most and I'd enjoy it for the outstanding piece of British engineering that it is. I'd still have to park it at the 'mediocre market' and I'd still have to drag out the garbage bins every Sunday night. I guess what I'm awkwardly trying to say is that it just doesn't matter. Your taste in knives is just that, YOUR personal preference. If anyone get's hot and bothered about that then they might as well criticize you for your choice of house, wife, dog, running shoes... it's madness and it isn't worth your breath, however, I'm glad you said what you said. Good on you! Cheers, BH
Hi Chris! I just wanted to let you know that if/when you want to get rid of that Bark River Marauder 1, I'll be happy to accommodate you. Y'know, I want to be here for you! 😁
One you may want to check out... with a minimal amount of modification the ESEE CM6 is one of my all around favorite knives. Stripped, added handle liners and ground down the sharpened part of the swedge. AMAZING all around knife.
Bro I love that you show love to the BK7! I still have my BK7 since this channel and that blade got me back in to collecting. So thank you and appreciate you and your channel and these great vids!
I loved your video as always. I appreciate that you are going to do a review of Junglas 2. I have been trying to determine to pull the trigger on that knife or Tops Tahoma. I think your review will help me make that call. Can’t wait.
Kudos for your comments on the MSK1...which mirror my thoughts exactly! Any knife designer/ maker who trumpets his knife has 'the one' is going to take a spanking from a large section of the knife community...I actually enjoy using it a lot. The balance is superb - between choking up in that giant choil (when it feels like a standard 4" bushcraft knife) and a three fingered/ wrist snap end-of-handle grip - making it a reasonable chopper - it is always comfortable to use. My top tip is to take some time to profile the edge. I put a convex on the belly and narrowed the grind on heel and tip. Your comments on THIS D2 are spot on - it sharpens reasonably easily in the field and holds its edge well - I've had no issues with chipping when chopping! The marketing mistake was putting that price tag on a D2 blade - but this was a startup project and good luck field sharpening M390 or S90V! Does it do everything exceptionally? Of course not! But I think that David has come up with a good product and, with its companion mini neck knife, it's as good a combo for arboreal hardwoods as the Leuku/ Puuko combo is for the pine/ softwoods of Scandinavia.
Personal Preference is all that matters really. My BK9 is a Keeper for sure. And if anything happens to it, i will buy another ASAP. My two BRK-JX5-V1s are keepers. Too pricy to replace them though. So I'm more careful with them. My OCK Rtak2 is another keeper. Need to get a better sheath still. I prefer leather sheaths. And more...
Good selection of blades for this category Chris! Nice to see Jessica again. Brings me right back to when I first subscribed to your channel. As such, my first two knife purchases were a BK7 and a BK9. My collection has grown quite a bit since those early days, but, I still love those old Beckers.
I think the video's are great. I personally carry a first gen cold steel trail master and love it. Chis didn't care for it in his review but he did a great job with the tests. I'm good with his opinion and see no reason to talk badly or try to put the man down.
I think all of these are good knives without question. I own the Bravo-1 (thanks to you but in A2) and love it. I also have the the Jessmick and love it. We live in a great world where we can have knives like these.
I look at that Bk-7 and it’s the main reason I got a Becker myself damn fine inexpensive knives ...which is named Angel after my wife ....both are perfect for me ...
My preferences are the one's with fire starter outfits on the sheaths... But my all around favorite is the MSK1 because of the survival kit inside the handle... To me the idea survival knife...
Nice choice. BTW, ESEE makes the only sheaths (to my knowledge) to possess 3 locking mechanisms. The pommel strap, the slide lock, and the back cover that comes over the pommel and gets cinched tight.Truly a jump worthy sheath. I own a few ESEEs and beat the shit out of them, they last. You mentionned "cheap steel", it doesn't matter what steel you use, if not properly treated, it will not perform the way it should. Rowen is the perfect example. The way they treat 1095 is above what others are doing. Love the BK7! Cheers
Agreed. Been through many a hurricane, but with my location and Irma last year, it was emotionally like nothing I have experienced before. God bless and stay safe.
Awesome Chris thanks for sharing always a pleasure to watch and to see what you keep! Helps give me ideas on my grail knifes and what's worth saving for. Always great to drool over your EDC knifes as we can't in the UK. That Finnish on the msk1 is awesome proper caught my eye always like something that is different, I have always kicked myself for not getting one of your jess-x knifes but keen to see your next knife.
I bought the tope recon and love it. I ground off the back hammer/lanyard thing at the end but otherwise love it. Might get a maurader in the future but glad I got the recon
Hey PM101, love the vid! Your unique perspective is why I watch your channel. My perspecrive is as different from yours as everyone else's is. I'm still luv'in Tops. My next step I think will be over to William Collins or maybe to a Yellow Hawk design. Thanks again Sir!
I debated on adding the new TOPS, but didn't based on I just like the knife because I don't have anything else like that, but I don't foresee using it much. I'm not in combat against armor plated dragons...
Your dedication to the knife world is great mate I really like to watch your reviews As down here we never see thpse knives we have some exceptional knife makers in Australia but the small production numbers makes them expensive Ad a general rule we have to put up with gerber pima and sog or russian makers Chee rds mate Phil
Chris, I love your reviews. I was hoping you would acquire and review the Ultimate Survival Systems. I was super interested in it but all the negative reviews made me leary about the price. I can't wait for your review.
Definitely a bangin list. You're the only person Ive seen with those scales for the Honey Badger, really dig em. But yea, that Junglas II is my next (and probably last) ESEE for a while. Not that ESEE did anything wrong, Ive just had alot of ESEE's lol. I'll be interested to see your review of that bad boy.
I've been wanting to see your take on the MSK 1. I know this will aggravate you and other people but part of me feels like since we watch your channel to give you the views and likes we should have the first chance on buying or trading your knives.
The MSK, (seriously) there is no crazy knives if it works for someone, People assume if it’s a certain shape and size etc it’s crap, But that is dependent on those same people thinking that everyone else thinks and functions like them, Wrong, play to your strengths, if it works for you don’t let anyone tell you otherwise, I personally don’t like Tom Browns Tracker, But it was designed and used by someone who I have no doubt knows what he’s doing, If it works for him, or anyone else I’m cool with that, each to their own, I like the variety, Chris post that video, “Damn the Torpedos” Lol
I was going to say: “WRONG WRONG WRONG, why didn’t you mention ESEE 6 or ESEE 5.” And then you did mention ESEE 6. I won’t unsubscribe. That was a close one.
I don’t think d2 is all that bad and I don’t think a lot of other people do either. When people say it’s a cheap steel they don’t mean it sucks and you shouldn’t make a knife with it, I think what they mean is the steel is cheap and they do not want to pay over 300 bucks for a very cheap steel when there are an insane amount of other knives that can do just about everything this can do but the have better steal and look better and you can a lot of times also get them cheaper.
As usual a great job on the video with lots of nice fixed blade knife porn. I really with however you could do some more on functional high end and budget EDC folders. Thanks for the great gob!
Like the list but don't care for the msk. Surprised the Fobos Legion wasn't on there or do you think blade shape is similar to the Squad Leader 2 minus the fuller? Keep us the vids,like the vids of what you have kept and use the most over time.
Hey Chris, nice knives for the most part. Enjoyed the vid, The Honey Badger still eludes me. I thought I would see the Bark River Cub, I love mine. My Tope Recon did make your list though, as well as mine. Do you still have your Bark River Cub?
My issue with the MSK is the price. Like you said it's D2, and the actual blade length is only about 4 1/2 inches. So tell me why on earth it so expensive, when I can get a Bark river or dark timber for a similar price with more versatility and better steel. I'm sure it is a cool fun knife to have and use, but saying it is a one tool option doesn't justify the the price tag, it's just incongruous.
My thoughts on knives. My EDC knifes vary depending on where I’m going and what I’m doing. My going to Lowe’s and Walmart knifes are USUALLY either a Purple Spyderco Endura 4, or a Cold Steel Voyager 4” tanto blade. My working knives carry too I have a Kutmaster hawksbill and several “Sodbuster” pattern knives. One of those is an old Queen Steel knife the others are Case XX. I’ve had most of them for years. My wood craft, camping, hiking knives are various high quality sheath knives that I carry on my side, a Mora Companion, a Kepheart pattern knife that I made out of a truck leaf spring, a Leatherman, and a cheap paring knife (maybe Mercer brand). All of those I carry in, or on my Maxpedition jumbo side pack. (Yes That is a lot. I might eventually carry less). I carry so many knives, because I have had knives break. Sometimes I also carry an Ontario machete, or one of a couple machetes that are made in somewhere in South America. But I like the Ontario ones a little more because I have the ones with the D handle guard. But I’m happy with either. My defensive knives carry too much to give a direct answer. The shortest one is a 4inch Blade. Usually I like at least a 6 inch blade for “social work.” However, I do carry Cold Steel push daggers a lot. And I like the Cold Steel Recon and Voyagers in this application too. But I have many others. Slim daggers are my favorite type for this application. (Probably due to my training). But my requirements are a blade that is unlikely to break, has a very sharp edge, and does not have a slippery handle. I love my push daggers, it I always back them up. And I’m sure I have left something out. I do carry a Benchmade Osborne knife often. And of course I always have at least one firearm too . . .. Just my thoughts and experiences . . ..
Very nice selection of keepers! Whatever happened to your black and blue Master Woodsman with the yellow hawk kydex? I love that knife and sheath combo
I actually don’t mind the looks of the knife but If I would’ve made it a lot thinner and and better at slicing because a knife that long isn’t gonna be great at chopping.
Hey Chris, let me give you a tip you will love! Any handle you want to Wilson wrap, coat in about 4 layers of plasti-dip, (the dip not the spray). over the Wilson wrap. The grip you get is amazing! Do each coat about 45 minutes apart and let the fourth coat dry about an hour, then pick it up and give it a nice squeeze and it will somewhat custom form to your hand. Then let it dry for 24 hours. You will LOVE the results of this mod on any handle you want to Wilson wrap!
Still do for the most part. There IS a better version called CPM-D2, but I don't know anyone who uses it. That being said, if done right it can work well. The MSK1 is done right.
It's too bad that you have to justify to some people your picks. Why will someone get bent out of shape over your personal picks? I like every knife you showed, but my list would be different than yours. I won't let that ruin my day though. You have shown over the years so many great blades. Keep up the good work.
Eventually someone is going to ask about the new watch. It's a Samsung Galaxy Gear S3 Frontier.
Nope...not interested 😂😂only joking! Nice collection of keepers.
Hi Chris, Thanks for this latest video! Completely understand your comments about updating & upgrading your knife inventory. Really glad to hear that you intend to do some upcoming videos on products available at The Knife Connection. They currently have a great package deal on a customized Esee 6 with a complete Sheath unit. Hence, I am REALLY interested to see & hear your thoughts in an upcoming PM101 video on a direct comparison between the Becker BK7 and the Esee 6 since those seem to be the two most frequently used Bushcraft knives in that size (and price range) by You Tubers. To be honest, it occurred to me that it would also be a perfect subject matter for one of your PM101 videos for that very same reason! Since many of us subs highly value your thoughts and opinion on a matter like this subject, I respectfully ask you to consider making that type of video when you have the time & opportunity to do so. I really think A LOT of your PM101 viewers would really appreciate seeing a video from you on that topic. Thanks again for all of your work on this channel!
@squatchdad52 No. You're mixing up DC and Marvel. You can't do that!
I didn't really notice the watch I did how ever noticed that u have what I believe to be a new hoodie. and it looks awesome
I still like the BK15 lol great size for a combo.
Sitting with a knife on hand while watching Netflix... takes "Netflix and chill" to another level 🤣 good stuff Chris!
Me too. Shining like sterling
Got my BK7 long before I found your channel. Found you because of my knife. The belt loop on the sheath is one piece. You have to take your belt loose to hang the sheath on it. Also mine came with a BK13 in the small pocket. Super to have found both of you. BK7 and PM101. You're honest thanks for everything you do for us.
It blows my mind that you get blow back from people about the knives YOU like. Some people are just idiots...plain and simple.
I am new to the blade fan ranks having lived the first four and a half decades on Earth with knives given to me as gifts, "hand me downs" knives, or cheap blades in giveaway membership promotions. Thank you for your insight and opinions on various knives. Between you (and other knife youtubers) and a good friend who is into knives, my budding knife appreciation continues to grow. Although my wish list doesn't include the high end knives you review, your insights into the positives and negatives of any knife is valuable to many of us that can't always pick up a knife and hold it before buying. We live in an age of Amazon where "trying before you buy" in a brick and mortar store is becoming more rare. You just can't find many stores that carry decent knives and your reviews help us out here to form valuable opinions and learn what to look for. So again, thank you!
Your take on the Junglas II is one of the primary reasons I have it on my list to buy. I have been on the fence between it and the Esse 6 but I think I am going with the Junglas II. It looks like a knife that is well suited for many tasks in the woods. Coupled with a small fixed blade (like the CRKT Siwi in SK5 steel that I am very fond of -- and that Santa may leave under the tree this year) the Junglas II should be a great woods blade to have around.
Keep the videos coming!
Thank You for keep in the bk7... I remember that's what brought me to this channel... I knew i was gonna buy it but I had to see reviews... u were the first one o e the list so I watched ... and watched more and I was introduced to this beautiful we now all call jessica....not to get mushy but the bk7 HAS ICON STATUS in my book... mine is named elizabeth btw lol
Looking at that one makes me want to get one I know I have to customize it to look like a personal knife but it will be worth it when I have a cool leather Sheeva, my father had a very cool old knive he made a sheeve out of a old custom gun holster that went great with the knife someone stole it it's one of a kind it had some kinda eached in Spanish writing so if any of my family member's and I see it could be ID who ever stole it made shire we would never see it again.
Isn't Becker D2 steel?
I love my EXT-1. I bought the EXT-2 first because I thought the additional size would perform more tasks. I found the smaller size of the EXT-1 to be more useful and comfortable. I carry the EXT-1 on my belt, a T-17 on my pack for batoning, a BK24 on my drop holster as a small back-up, and a Mora Pro-S thrown in my pack for "just in case". I know I carry too many knives
I've actually used the MSK briefly and didn't particularly like it. For being a knife that was built from the ground up to be a "one tool" option it performs poorly at even basic tasks. For being as heavy as it is it doesn't chop well. The blade is relatively short, so it has real issues batoning large logs. And it carves like a sharpened crowbar.
I'm sure there's a niche market for it, but IMO it's more of a gimmick than an actual practical blade.
Doesn't look like a good skinner, and 90% of knife work is skinning. IMHO. 😉
=polarized....
@Barry Bueler No doubt. The "benefits" of this knife are that it's different, and it has a specific purpose. Well, transvestite prostitutes are also different with a specific purpose. I'm quite sure I can do without both.
@@random_eskimo_in_the_rockies - lol
@@barrybueler3356 - yeah i almost drank the MSK kool aid. got sucked into all the hype marketing plus it looked so unique. ((sigh of relief didnt waste money on it)).
I took a mora bushcraft black to pier was amazed how I could scale fish with back side of the blade then fillet sea bass an crooker
Esse provides all my needs other than a 6 inch handmade folding fillet knife! To each their own though! I don't knock anyone knife choices it's none of my business! We all have different needs and uses! Good video!
The BK7 is still my favourite on that table for many reasons. Thanks Chris
I think the thing is as you get more involved in collecting knives, your taste changes as well. And if you can you do start looking at more expensive knives to add to your collection.
The Esse Jungelas II was the first Esee I bought, and I love it. I paired it with the Izula II, and the combo is amazing.
Very nice combo ! I am considering a Esse-4 or Esse-5
@@ashmerch2558 the 4 and 5 are completely different knives. The 5 doesn't really fit well in the line-up. It's thicker, heavier, and has a different blade shape. The 3, 4, and 6 all look like the same line, but progressively bigger. I wish ESEE made a 5 that truly fit in that line. The 5 is like a sharpened crow-bar
This channel ...... this damn channel .... it’s ....just FREAKIN AWESOME !!! Because of you ! You insidious bastard I have the greatest two combat knives ever made ! (For my price range and budget) the TOPS OPERATOR SEVEN , and my re-scaled BECKER BK-9 ! Thank you 🙏 Chris for feeding the only good addiction I have ....
Personally the type of steel that I consider being a good quality or D2 and 440C. One of my favorite camp knives is the camp knife From knives of Alaska out of D2. With the stag handle. It stays sharp as a razor is tough as nails and one of the most practical knives I have ever used. Especially when taking it into the kitchen at the camp. The handle does not get in The way of chopping onions and other vegetables and meats. But besides that I carry all through the woods in every place I go. So when I saw that you had one that was made of D2 steel I was so happy. I Consider D2 some of the finest steal ever made. And it is of the highest-quality.
G'day Chris, Well, mate you created a real interesting video. I reckon it’s good to know what knives you like so much you decide to hang on to them. After all, you see just about every major knife release in the US and elsewhere, sometimes. Some of my knives are comparatively cheap Cold Steel knives that many, many people would sneer at but I don't give a dead wombat's ring what other people think. Some of my knives I have to save up for months in advance and some I've only got because of the generosity and kindness of good people at the Pout House, DLT and Dark Timber Brotherhood etc. The prices are immaterial. If I don't like a knife it doesn't matter if it costs $19.95 or $2,837. 99. And then again I reckon some of the highest priced 'custom', 'artistic' folders are just catering to a market who wishes to have the latest and the most expensive because they can. I’ve got no trouble with that. All my life I've wanted a Bentley motor vehicle. I'll never have one unless I snag the lottery and if I did I'd only buy the model I love the most and I'd enjoy it for the outstanding piece of British engineering that it is. I'd still have to park it at the 'mediocre market' and I'd still have to drag out the garbage bins every Sunday night. I guess what I'm awkwardly trying to say is that it just doesn't matter. Your taste in knives is just that, YOUR personal preference. If anyone get's hot and bothered about that then they might as well criticize you for your choice of house, wife, dog, running shoes... it's madness and it isn't worth your breath, however, I'm glad you said what you said. Good on you! Cheers, BH
That piMped BK7 is BLOWING me away. Sucker looks a step up from the BRK’s!
Hi Chris!
I just wanted to let you know that if/when you want to get rid of that Bark River Marauder 1, I'll be happy to accommodate you. Y'know, I want to be here for you! 😁
That Honey Badger is a very nice looking blade. No wonder everyone is back-ordered on that!
... not exactly what I would choose but they're all nice knives.
Very nice of you to sell your most iconic Jessica to help a person in need!
One you may want to check out... with a minimal amount of modification the ESEE CM6 is one of my all around favorite knives. Stripped, added handle liners and ground down the sharpened part of the swedge. AMAZING all around knife.
Bro I love that you show love to the BK7! I still have my BK7 since this channel and that blade got me back in to collecting. So thank you and appreciate you and your channel and these great vids!
I loved your video as always. I appreciate that you are going to do a review of Junglas 2. I have been trying to determine to pull the trigger on that knife or Tops Tahoma. I think your review will help me make that call. Can’t wait.
Kudos for your comments on the MSK1...which mirror my thoughts exactly!
Any knife designer/ maker who trumpets his knife has 'the one' is going to take a spanking from a large section of the knife community...I actually enjoy using it a lot. The balance is superb - between choking up in that giant choil (when it feels like a standard 4" bushcraft knife) and a three fingered/ wrist snap end-of-handle grip - making it a reasonable chopper - it is always comfortable to use.
My top tip is to take some time to profile the edge. I put a convex on the belly and narrowed the grind on heel and tip.
Your comments on THIS D2 are spot on - it sharpens reasonably easily in the field and holds its edge well - I've had no issues with chipping when chopping! The marketing mistake was putting that price tag on a D2 blade - but this was a startup project and good luck field sharpening M390 or S90V!
Does it do everything exceptionally? Of course not! But I think that David has come up with a good product and, with its companion mini neck knife, it's as good a combo for arboreal hardwoods as the Leuku/ Puuko combo is for the pine/ softwoods of Scandinavia.
Personal Preference is all that matters really.
My BK9 is a Keeper for sure. And if anything happens to it, i will buy another ASAP.
My two BRK-JX5-V1s are keepers. Too pricy to replace them though. So I'm more careful with them.
My OCK Rtak2 is another keeper. Need to get a better sheath still. I prefer leather sheaths.
And more...
Good selection of blades for this category Chris! Nice to see Jessica again. Brings me right back to when I first subscribed to your channel. As such, my first two knife purchases were a BK7 and a BK9. My collection has grown quite a bit since those early days, but, I still love those old Beckers.
Stay True to Thy Self !!
Awesome Knives !!
Excellent Video !!
Thank You. H.
Where is the tops silent hero?
I love the bk7 I have one and use it all the time. I still remember The good all days where the BK seven was all you talked about.
Hagen Rudisaile ... BK9 too.
I think the video's are great. I personally carry a first gen cold steel trail master and love it. Chis didn't care for it in his review but he did a great job with the tests. I'm good with his opinion and see no reason to talk badly or try to put the man down.
I've never reviewed the Trail Master. Never even held one.
My bad but I know you have mentioned it once
I'm sorry I thought it was you. It was patriot36 guy. Anyway at least I wasn't talking shit.
K . All of the above . I would just like to say that beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder , I personally think the MSK1 is a beautiful design !
All around good keepers. The ESEE Junglas 2 is a keeper in my book. I like what Pete did with the BK.
Great list of keepers, I gotta say though. I'm kind of surprised the Bark River Cub didn't make the list.
That's one of the ones I really liked that I had to let go. There's a new batch dropping end of this week BTW...
Ohhh yes, I'm watching DLT like a hawk!
I think all of these are good knives without question. I own the Bravo-1 (thanks to you but in A2) and love it. I also have the the Jessmick and love it. We live in a great world where we can have knives like these.
I look at that Bk-7 and it’s the main reason I got a Becker myself damn fine inexpensive knives ...which is named Angel after my wife ....both are perfect for me ...
My preferences are the one's with fire starter outfits on the sheaths... But my all around favorite is the MSK1 because of the survival kit inside the handle... To me the idea survival knife...
The DTimber is very BR Cub like. Epic blade.
Like you said its what you like! I understand that! Glad you put the bk7 in there.
Shoulda kept the Silent Hero...
Nice choice. BTW, ESEE makes the only sheaths (to my knowledge) to possess 3 locking mechanisms. The pommel strap, the slide lock, and the back cover that comes over the pommel and gets cinched tight.Truly a jump worthy sheath. I own a few ESEEs and beat the shit out of them, they last. You mentionned "cheap steel", it doesn't matter what steel you use, if not properly treated, it will not perform the way it should. Rowen is the perfect example. The way they treat 1095 is above what others are doing. Love the BK7! Cheers
Awesome knife candy! Really look forward to the Junglas and the MSK1 reviews. Thanks for the update
Lots of huge knives here. My personal top 3 are a JX2, a Yakut knife, and a classic kauhava puukko.
Ok, Jessica Prime = still the dream knife. Saw that vid when it came out. Kept me watching till now, man! -long time subber, longer time viewer.
I’m prepping for hurricane florence
Stay safe!
Agreed. Been through many a hurricane, but with my location and Irma last year, it was emotionally like nothing I have experienced before. God bless and stay safe.
You should be driving west at a high rate of speed.
Right on the VA/nc eastern boarder... I might need to go guy a boat.
God Bless, be Safe !! H.
YES! A 30 min PM101 video. This Pleases me. It looks like you're out ''Surviving''
Custom esse6 and love it
Have to say the BK 7 Becker has to be the eye candy to me!!
Awesome Chris thanks for sharing always a pleasure to watch and to see what you keep! Helps give me ideas on my grail knifes and what's worth saving for.
Always great to drool over your EDC knifes as we can't in the UK.
That Finnish on the msk1 is awesome proper caught my eye always like something that is different, I have always kicked myself for not getting one of your jess-x knifes but keen to see your next knife.
I bought the tope recon and love it. I ground off the back hammer/lanyard thing at the end but otherwise love it. Might get a maurader in the future but glad I got the recon
Awesome choices
I really like the grain patterns in the wood background.
i wouldnt use the GEN 2 neither...amazing blade
Great choice in knives Chris.
You have a great eye for knives. Some great knives in there.
D2 is one of the best steels for hard use knives in my opinion.
Dude, where’s the hollow handle survival knife from the 80s?!?!
That’s it....
Click....
Just Messing 😎
Scotty Jarrard It broke!
It's reincarnated as the Schrade SCHF1.
Hey PM101, love the vid! Your unique perspective is why I watch your channel. My perspecrive is as different from yours as everyone else's is. I'm still luv'in Tops. My next step I think will be over to William Collins or maybe to a Yellow Hawk design. Thanks again Sir!
I debated on adding the new TOPS, but didn't based on I just like the knife because I don't have anything else like that, but I don't foresee using it much. I'm not in combat against armor plated dragons...
Your dedication to the knife world is great mate
I really like to watch your reviews
As down here we never see thpse knives we have some exceptional knife makers in Australia but the small production numbers makes them expensive
Ad a general rule we have to put up with gerber pima and sog or russian makers
Chee rds mate
Phil
You picked well ! Except that Survival Tips blade. You like it so there has to be something to it. Nice video !
I don't know if it's intentional but dude you are hilarious!
Very nice collection 👌
Chris, I love your reviews. I was hoping you would acquire and review the Ultimate Survival Systems. I was super interested in it but all the negative reviews made me leary about the price. I can't wait for your review.
Okay Chris, It's Red Dawn and you can only take one knife into the woods. Which one do you pick?
Joe Akers An AR15
Probably that Tope Recon
@@MrSenset is that because the rocket launcher is to big? lol
Terry Zumwalt LOL!
@@MrSenset He asked which *knife* so, a bayonet with an AR15 attached.
Definitely a bangin list. You're the only person Ive seen with those scales for the Honey Badger, really dig em.
But yea, that Junglas II is my next (and probably last) ESEE for a while. Not that ESEE did anything wrong, Ive just had alot of ESEE's lol. I'll be interested to see your review of that bad boy.
I've been wanting to see your take on the MSK 1. I know this will aggravate you and other people but part of me feels like since we watch your channel to give you the views and likes we should have the first chance on buying or trading your knives.
love your knife designs and videos
Good Video.
I know it'll suck; but how about a how to camp in damp/wet weather video? Kind of like the lemons/lemonade thing.
Don't worry Chris your awsome!
Got cool out finally
Forgot to mention -- great video Chris!
The MSK, (seriously) there is no crazy knives if it works for someone,
People assume if it’s a certain shape and size etc it’s crap,
But that is dependent on those same people thinking that everyone else thinks and functions like them,
Wrong, play to your strengths, if it works for you don’t let anyone tell you otherwise,
I personally don’t like Tom Browns Tracker,
But it was designed and used by someone who I have no doubt knows what he’s doing,
If it works for him, or anyone else I’m cool with that, each to their own,
I like the variety,
Chris post that video, “Damn the Torpedos”
Lol
I was going to say: “WRONG WRONG WRONG, why didn’t you mention ESEE 6 or ESEE 5.” And then you did mention ESEE 6. I won’t unsubscribe. That was a close one.
@Jun McLean
The ESEE 6 is shit? It's damn good beater. I prefer it uncoated, but it is a workhorse.
I don’t think d2 is all that bad and I don’t think a lot of other people do either. When people say it’s a cheap steel they don’t mean it sucks and you shouldn’t make a knife with it, I think what they mean is the steel is cheap and they do not want to pay over 300 bucks for a very cheap steel when there are an insane amount of other knives that can do just about everything this can do but the have better steal and look better and you can a lot of times also get them cheaper.
Nice collection I like the last one the most
1:26 blocking the on line eye poke ! LOL
As usual a great job on the video with lots of nice fixed blade knife porn. I really with however you could do some more on functional high end and budget EDC folders. Thanks for the great gob!
Yeah I'm sending out emails to companies today. There's some Cold Steels I'm waiting patiently for that I'm interested in.
Like the list but don't care for the msk. Surprised the Fobos Legion wasn't on there or do you think blade shape is similar to the Squad Leader 2 minus the fuller? Keep us the vids,like the vids of what you have kept and use the most over time.
I have my FOBOS Legion to Doug at Yellow Hawk so he could make sheaths since demand was so high.
@@preparedmind101 Just sent my Legion off to Doug Saturday, my build slot is now up. Can't wait to see how mine turns out.
Hey Chris, nice knives for the most part. Enjoyed the vid, The Honey Badger still eludes me. I thought I would see the Bark River Cub, I love mine. My Tope Recon did make your list though, as well as mine. Do you still have your Bark River Cub?
great list id be happy with any of your list cheers be safe
My issue with the MSK is the price. Like you said it's D2, and the actual blade length is only about 4 1/2 inches. So tell me why on earth it so expensive, when I can get a Bark river or dark timber for a similar price with more versatility and better steel. I'm sure it is a cool fun knife to have and use, but saying it is a one tool option doesn't justify the the price tag, it's just incongruous.
Are you going to do a small knife keeper, that would be interesting ?
doublegit That’s Will’s job. LOL!
My thoughts on knives.
My EDC knifes vary depending on where I’m going and what I’m doing. My going to Lowe’s and Walmart knifes are USUALLY either a Purple Spyderco Endura 4, or a Cold Steel Voyager 4” tanto blade.
My working knives carry too I have a Kutmaster hawksbill and several “Sodbuster” pattern knives. One of those is an old Queen Steel knife the others are Case XX. I’ve had most of them for years.
My wood craft, camping, hiking knives are various high quality sheath knives that I carry on my side, a Mora Companion, a Kepheart pattern knife that I made out of a truck leaf spring, a Leatherman, and a cheap paring knife (maybe Mercer brand). All of those I carry in, or on my Maxpedition jumbo side pack. (Yes That is a lot. I might eventually carry less). I carry so many knives, because I have had knives break.
Sometimes I also carry an Ontario machete, or one of a couple machetes that are made in somewhere in South America. But I like the Ontario ones a little more because I have the ones with the D handle guard. But I’m happy with either.
My defensive knives carry too much to give a direct answer. The shortest one is a 4inch Blade. Usually I like at least a 6 inch blade for “social work.” However, I do carry Cold Steel push daggers a lot. And I like the Cold Steel Recon and Voyagers in this application too. But I have many others. Slim daggers are my favorite type for this application. (Probably due to my training). But my requirements are a blade that is unlikely to break, has a very sharp edge, and does not have a slippery handle. I love my push daggers, it I always back them up.
And I’m sure I have left something out. I do carry a Benchmade Osborne knife often.
And of course I always have at least one firearm too . . ..
Just my thoughts and experiences . . ..
Very nice selection of keepers! Whatever happened to your black and blue Master Woodsman with the yellow hawk kydex? I love that knife and sheath combo
Whoa, I sure did not see number 3 coming.
Awesome knife collection brother!!! Do you still have your Cub? I remember you saying you loved that one..
You like what you like, screw em if they have something negative to say
Great video
That is a badass bk
loved this vid! i would like another one in 6 months
Nice knives
I also love the ext1
I was expecting the BRK Los Lobos to be in there somewhere!!
I actually don’t mind the looks of the knife but If I would’ve made it a lot thinner and and better at slicing because a knife that long isn’t gonna be great at chopping.
How is an Esse Junglas in the mid sized category lol. Or the DT Honey Badger gen 2 for that matter
Nice Knives, All of them!!!
Hey man what are your thoughts on the toor field knife 1.0 it's made with cpm154.
Hey Chris, let me give you a tip you will love! Any handle you want to Wilson wrap, coat in about 4 layers of plasti-dip, (the dip not the spray). over the Wilson wrap. The grip you get is amazing! Do each coat about 45 minutes apart and let the fourth coat dry about an hour, then pick it up and give it a nice squeeze and it will somewhat custom form to your hand. Then let it dry for 24 hours. You will LOVE the results of this mod on any handle you want to Wilson wrap!
Sooooooo COOOOOOOOL!!!!!
Wow chris cant believe you thought D2 was junk steel
Still do for the most part. There IS a better version called CPM-D2, but I don't know anyone who uses it. That being said, if done right it can work well. The MSK1 is done right.
It's too bad that you have to justify to some people your picks. Why will someone get bent out of shape over your personal picks? I like every knife you showed, but my list would be different than yours. I won't let that ruin my day though. You have shown over the years so many great blades. Keep up the good work.
Because I happen to be a huge fan of the knives made by my sponsor. Ergo, choose your conspiracy....
Man, I WANT a Honey Badger!!
Man I gots a Honey Badger!! But like he said...it's just too nice to use 😄