I miss mine.... Always had it on my hip, lost it in a car accident. Paramedics cut my pants off, and that went with them, and they left my pants on the side of the road. Never saw it again. Cleanup crew cleaned them up along with the other debris from the accident. I'm sure if one of those dudes saw it and knew what it was, they acquired it. Hope it's being used and not just thrown away
@@topreview3791 I'm sure I could, and definitely is worth the money for it. But at my financial standings at the moment, that would be an unnecessary splurge I cannot afford. Someday I will be able to get another one, and most likely will.
Just to clear the air, the kbar wasn't kept in the Marines because of its use in survival. It's really good at the whole stabbing thing. That's why we like it
Yep, it's a combat knife designed for hand to hand close in fighting. It just got used for everything else. I bought a k-bar 20 years ago, been a great knife the whole time.
You think the people writing the checks care about its effectiveness? It was kept in the marines because it was a good value. It doesn't particularly excel at any 1 thing, it's just a decent midgrade knife the government could get in bulk at a decent price point.
@@samandrews7856 if said knife got wet and sat for awhile that tang would rust in half I had the same one and it was doomed after it sat in a damp basement for a month.
@@abstractgamer8543 that's fair. I definitely don't think it's a good knife by any standard. I'm just tired of people acting like it'll explode if they look at it wrong.
I carried a KaBar in Iraq in 2005. Mostly for nostalgia and it worked just fine for what I needed…opening MRE’s, concrete bags, cutting rope and as an impromptu shovel/hammer. Also, Spartan is releasing an updated design soon with 3V.
I've had a k-bar that was manufactured from the '70s. I have had it since I was a kid in the '80s. This thing has been wonderful as a knife. I've never had any complaints. Never any issues used it all. My life had one little nick in the blade but that was my stupidity. You don't cut electrical cord while it's plugged into the wall. Did that when I was a kid and the sheath. The leather sheath finally wore out a few years ago so I replaced it with a kydex one that was made by K-Bar. I have had people tell me how stupid I was for having that knife or how stupid I was for using it camping. How stupid I was for needing a knife that big in camping. I took it on a trip with me to Canada on a boy scout trip and literally had several of the adults. Tell me that you don't need anything more than a pocket knife, but yet they had filet knives. They had other knives and it just was they were hating on me for that knife but when they needed a solid knife they came to me while telling me how stupid I was for having that knife I'd never trade my k-bar in for anything. Still have that knife today and it's still just as good as what it was when I had it when I was a kid. I also have a model o Navy knife that I've also had. Just as long things great. I've used it just as long it's I wouldn't trade it either
I wouldn’t really call it a survival knife rather more of a combat knife. When everything goes wrong and all you have left to fight with kinda thing. That said it’s still a good knife and fits it’s role well.
You're way more likely to need tent stakes and cans opened more than you'll need to shank a Japanese Imperial. That being said I just learned that 2 men in India were killed by roosters with knives strapped to them back in January so I can't say there's no way anyone would never have a chance...
@@JohnSmith-xv2ob well i supposed since it says fighting utillity knife and not a utillity fighting knife, that the utillity part is just a side feature
The Kbar is a cqb fighting knife, not a survival tool. They're made with soft steel to allow for ease of sharpening in the field. I know this because I bought one a long time ago before I did any research. Now, it's held up for the last 10 or so years, and had done what I needed it to do. I've beat it all to hell and it's still trucking on. I even used it to change oil once because I didn't have anything to remove the oil filter, which some jackass apparently torqued into place. The old filter became a holy relic, but the Kbar made a great wrench after it was ran through. I love my Kbar and will never get rid of it. But do your research before buying something. The type of knife you get should be made for what you're going to use it for.
Or .....now hear me out.....buy a knife that's multi purpose driven...full tang hunting knives that can kill camp skin and be used on metal and stay sharp. They are out their. I recently purchased a Gerber that is all of that . So comfortable it feels like an extension of my hand
@@keithmccartney8970 uh... being multi purpose is still a purpose. You literally just described a blade made to be a survival tool. A blade with utility. Gerber is great for the price. I have 2 multi tools I was issued in the army and I love them. I also have a skinning folder that has lasted quite a while.. it's older, with softer steel but it works.
Love watching this guy review knives. My best friend was an avid camper and appreciated a good knife. I’m starting to plan out a camping kit for hiking out to our favourite spot, and been watching these videos to help me pick out a good knife
Honestly i think that the reviews by people who have no affiliation with the brand is amazing. Generally honest and intelligent people. I have a few knives and 2 i use for my duty kit. So this would make an amazing addition.
i agree but the important word is survival. if your stranded due to a plane crash in alaska and you don’t have a axe, can this knife stand up to the rigors of surviving a week.
Commenting on this journey has to start with the context for the Ka-bar. It was adapted in 1942 for the Marines to replace the Mark-1 which had many issues and the handle was a big one. The Mark-1 had brass finger grooves but in WWII there were rations on metal as most metal was used for more important military applications hence the stacked leather handle which served its purpose well. The entire knife was created for specific tasks over 80 years ago which most people don't take into account, usually they compare it to newer knives but in 1942 it was an incredible feat. It's a great knife and it did its job flawlessly and for that reason it has been kept around for as long as it has. It's a great knife and it was not made for the abuse this guys giving it. It usually only has to be sharp & strong enough to be pushed through humans not ammo cans. I love this video, Calculated Survival is a great channel, and this knife is one of the greatest of all time. It digs fox holes which is great when you're trying to hide in the ground before getting your ass shot off. The butt of the handle was a great stand-in for a hammer, and many other applications. The USMC Ka-bar is a great knife and thank you for your service bro.
As long as its not a cheap knock off Chinese ka-bar you are good. The Olean Ka-bars from NY are the top of line and won't break like all these other idiots want to say.
I know one really bad thing about that knife, actually. It isn’t full tang, meaning the metal in the handle is thinner than the blade. If the knife gets stuck, the handle bends and even breaks very easily when trying to get it out. If you take off the leather rings around the handle, you can clearly see the small tang and understand how easily it would break. Good temporary knife, but it should never be your go to if you’re using it for survival.
This comment 100% I can stab someone with my 20$ mora survival knife and have a robust full tang survival tool. The Kbar on the other hand is just shit as a survival tool and sure it can stab people but so can my mora.
@@JustSumGuy Its a damn combat knife, it was made on the cheap side so every solders could have one, yes they could of got a really good knife but then its more expansive when people die or lose them.
I was kind of surprised to see it did the paper after the wood. If you give me the knife I'll give it to my 11 year old for his birthday. After I fixed it up a bit of coarse. Lol.
@@joewamsley8004 Oh yeah it'll hit you quick enough. Was being dumb with an exacto when I nicked my thumb to the bone. Still got the scar and good knife safety to this day
@@TheFeedGreed when I was younger I was stabbing a Pepsi lable off a 2 l bottle an I stabbed my thumb to the bone had to get 4 stitches for that one lol now when ever I hot it on something it's hurts an tingles at the same time.
I admit that I always admired the K-BAR knife but it isn’t perfect. I copied aspects of it when I was a professional blade smith but added my own custom features, since I was a US Marine years ago and am well aware that you must be able to rely on a knife in the field! Great channel and information! Thank you very much and please keep it coming!
I've always wanted a kabar, I'm starting to collect and make knives and a kabar has always been one of the most prized goals I've had, good luck to everyone and have a good day
I'm legitimately impressed. My dad's old Ka-bar from his time in the Marines had the tip break off a long time ago from something. I forget what he said it was, but it wasn't anything extreme. I still have the old thing, and part of me wants to re-profile the tip to make it sharp again.
Was already subbed..liked and shared. Good point you made about the inability to discern orientation in the dark. But.. I do like this knife. It looks old school!
I have one that belonged to my grandpa. He got it from a friend of his, who carried it in Vietnam. The quality difference in the new Ka-Bar knives vs the old ones is VERY noticeable.
I’ve got the Kabar Fighting/Utility knife (an inch longer than your standard Kabar), a Kabar Mark I (Navy knife), and a Kabar Mule Folder, half-serrated. Love them!
I had a great friend that was in the conflict beruit, Lebanon. He told stories of his "sh*t mates" he done tours with. One in particular he would often repeat, and the way he would he'd break into tears after a fifth of his favorite drink, scotch whisky. I could never get tired of his stories... May God rest his soul. Semper Fi.
This needs to be a regular series. I like how you beat the shit out of the knife. I can’t seem to find a video on the 11” holtzman fireline in which someone beats on the knife.
As much as I am madly in love with the KaBar and it’s history, the fact that it has a fatal flaw (its partial or narrow tang) means it is time for official makers of the KaBar to upgrade the design into a “FullTang KaBar”! Also, with new and much better super steels out there now which are tougher and with much better edge retention, it is time to change that out as well! “Winkler” Knives and Hatchets are designed and made for top tier special operators for some time now. He uses 80CrV2 with a special type of heat treatment which makes the steal extremely tough and durable, while holding a great edge and yet is still serviceable in the field. (His basic words) There is a newer steal called “MagnaCut” which seems to be almost right smack dab in the middle of toughness and hardness (for edge retention) which could be a solid contender. I know Medford makes the “Fighter” which is their version of a KaBar but with a full tang and using a super steal. Check it out. Problem is? It’s like 500.00 plus bucks and back orderd by like a year or more! There’s a colab that just built a Becker but using a super steal. Could be very solid. Anyway, those are a few thoughts! 👍🏼😬👍🏼
Camillus, the Union Cutlery Co. (Kabar), Robeson (ShurEdge) Cutlery Co., and PAL Cutlery Co. made the WWII Marine utility/ fighting knife. My favorite is the Camillus.
You're right it's not a choper. I used mine to cut saplings in Peru to make survival huts, but that's not what it's for. Its primary purpose is to put deep holes in soft flesh. And it does that quite well.
When I was in Boot camp in Parris Island my senior drill instructor brought his out. After telling us how useful they are all the things he had done with his and then stabbing it into a filing cabinet he ended with if you are smart buy one ASAP when you hit the fleet. That's what I did and I still have it today.
My usmc k-bar was by my side from boot grad until a few months ago. 18 years... It finally snapped right at the guard. Honestly one of the saddest moments of my life. She will be always missed, and not easy to replace. The only drawback in my opinion, is not being a true full tang. With time you learn even in pitch black which way is what. They can dull quick, but they sharpen very easily.
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I miss mine.... Always had it on my hip, lost it in a car accident. Paramedics cut my pants off, and that went with them, and they left my pants on the side of the road. Never saw it again. Cleanup crew cleaned them up along with the other debris from the accident. I'm sure if one of those dudes saw it and knew what it was, they acquired it. Hope it's being used and not just thrown away
Can’t you buy another? Since you liked it so much it would be worth it.
@@topreview3791 I'm sure I could, and definitely is worth the money for it. But at my financial standings at the moment, that would be an unnecessary splurge I cannot afford. Someday I will be able to get another one, and most likely will.
@@randipinney7132 ka-bar is complete trash. You're better off with a pointed stick.
@@randipinney7132 get a OKC-3S. Far better knife that replaced the KABAR
@@lmaolmao8826 you just cannot let people have loves can you
Just to clear the air, the kbar wasn't kept in the Marines because of its use in survival. It's really good at the whole stabbing thing. That's why we like it
Yep, it's a combat knife designed for hand to hand close in fighting. It just got used for everything else. I bought a k-bar 20 years ago, been a great knife the whole time.
@@joeh4295 Marines using gear for things they aren't intended for? Sound like about right
You think the people writing the checks care about its effectiveness? It was kept in the marines because it was a good value. It doesn't particularly excel at any 1 thing, it's just a decent midgrade knife the government could get in bulk at a decent price point.
@@Mcbooglermorale as well. kbar is the mythological beast of the corps
@@joeh4295This is a tool knife. Kill knives don't really look like this. Tool knives definitely do.
You didn’t bring up the really bad tang, it is legit a tiny stick of steel
I think he proved that it doesn't matter for general use. If you abuse it more than he just did, you deserve to have a broken knife.
@@samandrews7856 if said knife got wet and sat for awhile that tang would rust in half I had the same one and it was doomed after it sat in a damp basement for a month.
It's a rat tail tang. Ka Bar is complete garbage.
@@abstractgamer8543 that's fair. I definitely don't think it's a good knife by any standard. I'm just tired of people acting like it'll explode if they look at it wrong.
Had one break after 2 throws. Fun fact, doing anything in this video automatically voids the lifetime warranty
I carried a KaBar in Iraq in 2005. Mostly for nostalgia and it worked just fine for what I needed…opening MRE’s, concrete bags, cutting rope and as an impromptu shovel/hammer. Also, Spartan is releasing an updated design soon with 3V.
Magnacut bro.
I've had a k-bar that was manufactured from the '70s. I have had it since I was a kid in the '80s. This thing has been wonderful as a knife. I've never had any complaints. Never any issues used it all. My life had one little nick in the blade but that was my stupidity. You don't cut electrical cord while it's plugged into the wall. Did that when I was a kid and the sheath. The leather sheath finally wore out a few years ago so I replaced it with a kydex one that was made by K-Bar. I have had people tell me how stupid I was for having that knife or how stupid I was for using it camping. How stupid I was for needing a knife that big in camping. I took it on a trip with me to Canada on a boy scout trip and literally had several of the adults. Tell me that you don't need anything more than a pocket knife, but yet they had filet knives. They had other knives and it just was they were hating on me for that knife but when they needed a solid knife they came to me while telling me how stupid I was for having that knife I'd never trade my k-bar in for anything. Still have that knife today and it's still just as good as what it was when I had it when I was a kid. I also have a model o Navy knife that I've also had. Just as long things great. I've used it just as long it's I wouldn't trade it either
I wouldn’t really call it a survival knife rather more of a combat knife. When everything goes wrong and all you have left to fight with kinda thing. That said it’s still a good knife and fits it’s role well.
Congratulations you defined it for what it is.
It is officially called the Fighting Utility Knife. So isn't it a utility knife technically? (Ik ik I'm a smartass)
@@JohnSmith-xv2ob hehe fuk
You're way more likely to need tent stakes and cans opened more than you'll need to shank a Japanese Imperial.
That being said I just learned that 2 men in India were killed by roosters with knives strapped to them back in January so I can't say there's no way anyone would never have a chance...
@@JohnSmith-xv2ob well i supposed since it says fighting utillity knife and not a utillity fighting knife, that the utillity part is just a side feature
I have had my usmc kabar since 1974. It's still a go to knife when headed out camping/hunting the weekend in the forest.
The Kbar is a cqb fighting knife, not a survival tool. They're made with soft steel to allow for ease of sharpening in the field.
I know this because I bought one a long time ago before I did any research. Now, it's held up for the last 10 or so years, and had done what I needed it to do. I've beat it all to hell and it's still trucking on. I even used it to change oil once because I didn't have anything to remove the oil filter, which some jackass apparently torqued into place. The old filter became a holy relic, but the Kbar made a great wrench after it was ran through.
I love my Kbar and will never get rid of it. But do your research before buying something. The type of knife you get should be made for what you're going to use it for.
Or .....now hear me out.....buy a knife that's multi purpose driven...full tang hunting knives that can kill camp skin and be used on metal and stay sharp. They are out their.
I recently purchased a Gerber that is all of that . So comfortable it feels like an extension of my hand
@@keithmccartney8970 uh... being multi purpose is still a purpose. You literally just described a blade made to be a survival tool. A blade with utility.
Gerber is great for the price. I have 2 multi tools I was issued in the army and I love them.
I also have a skinning folder that has lasted quite a while.. it's older, with softer steel but it works.
Any good recommendations? I've been looking at the LT Wright Genesis
I'm not sure what I would rather have in my pack, this K-bar or something from Morakniv.
Stabbing the oil filter to unscrew it is something that I have never even thought of, but I appreciate the brilliance haha
It's always hard to see a knife treated like that, but awesome to see it perform
Agreed
Love watching this guy review knives. My best friend was an avid camper and appreciated a good knife. I’m starting to plan out a camping kit for hiking out to our favourite spot, and been watching these videos to help me pick out a good knife
You forgot the Japanese soldier stab test
Germans work well too
And the Vietcongs too
Hajibs work well too
Panamanians also work well
Also my nipple and pubes work wel too hahahaha
I'm very impressed with the durability. You did put it through a lot of rigorous test.nice
Honestly i think that the reviews by people who have no affiliation with the brand is amazing. Generally honest and intelligent people. I have a few knives and 2 i use for my duty kit. So this would make an amazing addition.
I just started running across your videos and so far really impressed at how good they are and honest you are
That was the smoothest knife flip I've ever seen
Yeah, he's really good. Only took 79 takes!
Isn't this more for stabby stabby and less torture test in forest
This is the knife used to kill those Idaho kids.
It's literally only good for stabbing people. It has a tiny shitty tang and is made of shitty steal. It's a terrible knife.
Knife is a tool first and formost
Pretty sure it requires blood to function properly
Exactly. It’s for killing enemies not making fire wood
I’ve had mine for years and it’s still as good as when I first bought it, great bit of kit!
Man the only place I trust for legit knife and gear reviews. So refreshing!
I love my Kabar. It was my grandfather's, bought while he was in the Navy sometime between 1949 and 1980.
Knife: Is made for stabbing people.
Him: "But can it cut fire wood doe?"
🤣🤣🤣
I mean, apparently it does!
Proceeds to murder a steel box.
“DuLlEd It uP a BiT”
Well it was a survival and combat knife designed for utility in both, but it's hard to have both really
@@gallyun3363eh, if it can split a log it can split a skull, you just have to try hard enough.
Bought one in 30 year's ago and still have it
I think mine must be about the same age. I had to buy mine from an army surplus here in the UK as they were hard to come by.
Me too. I have other knives but the Kabar is the one I've had and kept.
That flip and stick was smooth as butter
I just found these videos and I'm really enjoying them. I really enjoy the stress testing of these knives
I really enjoy watching you test knives
Leather stack handles always look so nice, beautiful knife!
My dad had one from the 90s, unfortunately someone stole it 3 years ago. He always carried it with him because of how sturdy and useful it was.
I think you have to use the right tool to a certain task. It's easier to chop wood with an axe. Then keep your knife sharp for slicing tasks.
i agree but the important word is survival. if your stranded due to a plane crash in alaska and you don’t have a axe, can this knife stand up to the rigors of surviving a week.
I'm happy for doing more of these now, I've based some of my knife purchases from your videos.
Dude! That detail about knowing the orientation of the edge of the knife just by the feel of the handle was neat AF!!
Commenting on this journey has to start with the context for the Ka-bar. It was adapted in 1942 for the Marines to replace the Mark-1 which had many issues and the handle was a big one. The Mark-1 had brass finger grooves but in WWII there were rations on metal as most metal was used for more important military applications hence the stacked leather handle which served its purpose well. The entire knife was created for specific tasks over 80 years ago which most people don't take into account, usually they compare it to newer knives but in 1942 it was an incredible feat. It's a great knife and it did its job flawlessly and for that reason it has been kept around for as long as it has. It's a great knife and it was not made for the abuse this guys giving it. It usually only has to be sharp & strong enough to be pushed through humans not ammo cans. I love this video, Calculated Survival is a great channel, and this knife is one of the greatest of all time. It digs fox holes which is great when you're trying to hide in the ground before getting your ass shot off. The butt of the handle was a great stand-in for a hammer, and many other applications. The USMC Ka-bar is a great knife and thank you for your service bro.
Dude that is a nice knife and this video gave me more faith in my own personal kbar
Same here
As long as its not a cheap knock off Chinese ka-bar you are good. The Olean Ka-bars from NY are the top of line and won't break like all these other idiots want to say.
K-bar hardcore knives hardcore lives! -gunny time. Does anyone else remember gunny’s tv show? He was one good marine and may he Rest In Peace
I know one really bad thing about that knife, actually. It isn’t full tang, meaning the metal in the handle is thinner than the blade. If the knife gets stuck, the handle bends and even breaks very easily when trying to get it out. If you take off the leather rings around the handle, you can clearly see the small tang and understand how easily it would break. Good temporary knife, but it should never be your go to if you’re using it for survival.
It's not a survival knife, Sparky. It's a GP combat knife.
It’s a combat knife, it’s not meant to be a survival knife you imbecile.
@@noahh_613 He’s testing it for a survival and/or bushcraft situation, you imbecile
This comment 100% I can stab someone with my 20$ mora survival knife and have a robust full tang survival tool. The Kbar on the other hand is just shit as a survival tool and sure it can stab people but so can my mora.
@@JustSumGuy Its a damn combat knife, it was made on the cheap side so every solders could have one, yes they could of got a really good knife but then its more expansive when people die or lose them.
Love mine, was my old man's, holds and edge like no other! Glad to see Olean can make something useful.
Calculated survival I really do appreciate your videos I watch them all the time so I can figure out with knives or machete to use for outdoor use
There for a split second I thought Mr beast got into survival videos 🤣🤣
Some say you can still hear the knife screaming to this day after being brutally penitrated into metal
People on reddit will still call it a poop knife.
I have one and the worst part is, it’s a damn rat tail. Wish it was full tang. Still take it with me when I go fishing tho.
Facebook people will still call it a good knife just because of what it's called.
@@scottbates100 it’s not bad, just not the best out there.
@@scottbates100 its great for what its meant to do, and survival/bushcraft is not what it was meant to do. Its for combat, period.
I believe that a couple of good knife manufacturers make a full tang version of this knife, and with a modern stainless steel.
"Does it stab people good enough?"
"It Does"
"Give it to the Marines "
I really like your knife comparison videos. You earned a liker and subscriber! The KaBar has always been one of my favorite knife designs.
I was kind of surprised to see it did the paper after the wood.
If you give me the knife I'll give it to my 11 year old for his birthday. After I fixed it up a bit of coarse. Lol.
My son's 12 an he's has a nice little knife collection. 👊
@@ronniewilliz153 it's a little scary to see how easy and natural knife skills are for kids.
@@joewamsley8004 Oh yeah it'll hit you quick enough. Was being dumb with an exacto when I nicked my thumb to the bone. Still got the scar and good knife safety to this day
Joe Wamsley: So you're going to dull the blade, or rub off the finish? I mean, you did refer to something rough.
@@TheFeedGreed when I was younger I was stabbing a Pepsi lable off a 2 l bottle an I stabbed my thumb to the bone had to get 4 stitches for that one lol now when ever I hot it on something it's hurts an tingles at the same time.
For a knife that costs $114 at Cabella’s it better be the absolute best knife ever
One of the best American made knives ever 🇺🇸
I admit that I always admired the K-BAR knife but it isn’t perfect. I copied aspects of it when I was a professional blade smith but added my own custom features, since I was a US Marine years ago and am well aware that you must be able to rely on a knife in the field! Great channel and information! Thank you very much and please keep it coming!
I love my Kabars. Only knife I will buy for hunting/fishing/camping etc.
military grade doesn't mean good. it means as cheap as possible.
Never forget, your weapon is made by the lowest bidder.
@@calculatedsurvival yes sir.
That being said these knives hold up good enough.
Cool knife. I really need it because I could be homeless soon.
It's a shit knife
@nelsoncruise if you're using it as a crowbar maybe. But that's not what knives are for.
@@JCTheSniper15 Those survival dumbass dont know what an axe is, this knife do just fine for cutting which is what a knife is meant to do.
I have always wanted one of these. I love the look and the history of the knife.
I've always wanted a kabar, I'm starting to collect and make knives and a kabar has always been one of the most prized goals I've had, good luck to everyone and have a good day
I love them in my hand & are thrilled to see them in a museum
I'm legitimately impressed. My dad's old Ka-bar from his time in the Marines had the tip break off a long time ago from something. I forget what he said it was, but it wasn't anything extreme. I still have the old thing, and part of me wants to re-profile the tip to make it sharp again.
I love the KA-BAR . Wish i could get one. But they are too expensive in my Country. Love your videos. Thank you for making them.
I had one years ago that disappeared when I PCS’d to Sicily. Awesome knife and need to get another one!
Was already subbed..liked and shared. Good point you made about the inability to discern orientation in the dark. But.. I do like this knife. It looks old school!
I have one that belonged to my grandpa. He got it from a friend of his, who carried it in Vietnam. The quality difference in the new Ka-Bar knives vs the old ones is VERY noticeable.
I've had mine for nearly 40 years, it's traveled around the world with me, better now than when I bought it.👍👍👍👍👍♥️🇺🇸
I’ve got the Kabar Fighting/Utility knife (an inch longer than your standard Kabar), a Kabar Mark I (Navy knife), and a Kabar Mule Folder, half-serrated. Love them!
I love these knives. Always wanted one myself. It performed about as well as I expected.
Always loved my Kabar. Didn't need one for any reason whatsoever, but I carried it on me all throughout my time in Iraq.
Always wanted a kabar fighting knife, ill add one to the collection eventually, thanks for sharing!
I love watching your videos and they do provide great information
I had a great friend that was in the conflict beruit, Lebanon. He told stories of his "sh*t mates" he done tours with. One in particular he would often repeat, and the way he would he'd break into tears after a fifth of his favorite drink, scotch whisky. I could never get tired of his stories... May God rest his soul. Semper Fi.
Thanks for your videos! Helps me know what knives to trust!
This needs to be a regular series. I like how you beat the shit out of the knife. I can’t seem to find a video on the 11” holtzman fireline in which someone beats on the knife.
Works well as a defensive knife. Don't trust the tang enough to call it the ultimate survival knife .God bless . Lee
This design has been in the milltary for over so many years it is just so cool and iconic
I had one years ago. Loved it
I subbed not only because I love your vids, but because that epic as fuck knife flip at the beginning
Those are badass knives, kbar was the best knife manufacturer for the longest time
As others have mentioned the little rat tail tang tends to break but then it isn’t made to be a pry bar. Good review!
I always have loved the look of the k-bar knives. Its simplistic blade with the stacked leather handle goes great togather.
As a former Marine, i support this video!
Great channel. Love everything about it. Love from Idaho
K-Bar has made some pretty cool blades. I'd love to have it! Great video and review..👍
Great job on ALL of your videos! Thank you!
Always wanted a KBar. Thanks for the info.
These are neat knives, my grandfather liked his a lot.
Timeless design, very nice blade
keep up the good testing your knowledge is appreciated
As much as I am madly in love with the KaBar and it’s history, the fact that it has a fatal flaw (its partial or narrow tang) means it is time for official makers of the KaBar to upgrade the design into a “FullTang KaBar”! Also, with new and much better super steels out there now which are tougher and with much better edge retention, it is time to change that out as well!
“Winkler” Knives and Hatchets are designed and made for top tier special operators for some time now.
He uses 80CrV2 with a special type of heat treatment which makes the steal extremely tough and durable, while holding a great edge and yet is still serviceable in the field. (His basic words) There is a newer steal called “MagnaCut” which seems to be almost right smack dab in the middle of toughness and hardness (for edge retention) which could be a solid contender.
I know Medford makes the “Fighter” which is their version of a KaBar but with a full tang and using a super steal. Check it out. Problem is? It’s like 500.00 plus bucks and back orderd by like a year or more!
There’s a colab that just built a Becker but using a super steal. Could be very solid.
Anyway, those are a few thoughts! 👍🏼😬👍🏼
Really one of the best mass produced knives out there.
I've got one love the Ka-Bar my dad had one and so did my uncle
really wanting one. great review, great channel
Love your reviews bro!
I love the Ka-bar, it has so many uses, besides chopping, lol, it's an amazing knife.
I love a kbar I've put them through hell still my favorite blade for hunting and camping
Camillus, the Union Cutlery Co. (Kabar), Robeson (ShurEdge) Cutlery Co., and PAL Cutlery Co. made the WWII Marine utility/ fighting knife. My favorite is the Camillus.
Loving the videos and recommendations ! 👌🏻
Good point, I'd be interested in the optimal cross section based on hand physiology that enables night orientation awareness.
I’ve always wanted one, but for some reason it just hasn’t made it into my collection yet. Iconic knife.
Idk when you posted this vid, but I love it. Ty
I'd love that knife, I'm in the UK so I'm a long distance subscriber. That pretty much secures me the tool. 👍
You're right it's not a choper. I used mine to cut saplings in Peru to make survival huts, but that's not what it's for.
Its primary purpose is to put deep holes in soft flesh. And it does that quite well.
When I was in Boot camp in Parris Island my senior drill instructor brought his out. After telling us how useful they are all the things he had done with his and then stabbing it into a filing cabinet he ended with if you are smart buy one ASAP when you hit the fleet. That's what I did and I still have it today.
It’s an icon now, it’s not that good of a survival knife - but it’s a lot better than no knife 👌🏻
My usmc k-bar was by my side from boot grad until a few months ago. 18 years... It finally snapped right at the guard. Honestly one of the saddest moments of my life. She will be always missed, and not easy to replace. The only drawback in my opinion, is not being a true full tang. With time you learn even in pitch black which way is what. They can dull quick, but they sharpen very easily.
A Great knife, good for all seasons!
I have the Ontario 498 Marine corps Combat Utility knife and absolutely love it. Use it as a knife and it will serve you well for a long time.
It's amazing some designs are so perennial. There are better designs and newer materials but this tool is still a contender.
I think I just heard dozens of marines in the distance all moan when you pulled out the knife.