I didn't know this knife even existed until now. Thank you for this video. This knife has the same intended purpose as Spyderco's Street Beat and Subway Bowie, but with the reverse edge and the improvements of textured scales. The blade being a little staggered from the scales seems like a thoughtful design, too. The reverse edge would be an adjustment for me, but the pull strength you mention makes all the sense in the world.
I watched the video and I learned a lot. I thought about the sheath positions you showed and i tried it with my TOPS MSK 2.5 between the waistband and my belt and it works great. It's comfortable and very easy to access. I like your videos because they are informative and helps me learn new techniques. I have been doing survival preparedness and I do not believe it's tactical fantasy. Either a person is trained and ready for when crap hits the fan, or they're totally unprepared and will not survive if it gets bad. Thank you for what you do.
I really like your videos. The description and features of your knife reviews are accurate and helpful in determining whether it is wise choice to purchase the knife. Furthermore, in many of your tactical knife reviews you include training and possible application's on how the blade could be used in a possible "defensive" encounter. With that being said, one should also consider the "legal" ramifications and justifications if a knife must be deployed in a sef-defense situation. Obviously, a knife is considered a deadly weapon. In all states of the union. Especially, if the alleged incident occurs in a "woke" or liberal state like Washington, Oregon and California. 9 times out of 10. If a knife is involved in an alleged self-defense situation. The district attorney will usually charge the person using the knife . Especially, if there is serious bodily injury or death. I recall about 5 or 6 years ago a self-defense case involving a student named Jarred Ha from Seattle , Washington . Attending, the University of Washington, he was attacked and severely beaten and had his head slammed against a car door all the while trying to get away from his attacked a very large muscular ROTC student attending the same University. To make a very long story short. He deployed a Fox 599 karambit and showed his attacker the knife and told him " Its not worth it". Allegedly, the attacker continued the attack. Jarred Ha , started to use the karambit. Which resulted in a total of 6 slash wounds to the legs, groin and also a partial desembowelment to his attacker. Jarred Ha was criminally charged by the police and also expelled from the University. He took his case to a full jury trial and found Not Guilty. He was reinstated in the University and I believe graduated. It did cost his parents several thousand dollars in legal fees. But he was found innocent. I live in California . Which is very difficult to obtain a CC permit. However, California is not too bad with there knife laws. I am permitted to carry any size folding knife concealed if I want. Any size fixed blade knife or double edged knife can be "open carried". Theoretically, I can legally put a sword on my belt without breaking any laws in most jurisdictions in California! So my normal EDC in my pants pockets consists of one "waved" , Spyderco Yojumbo knife , tactical pen, small Swiss Army knife on "weak" side. On my "strong" side I carry the WE Titanium frame lock "waved" karambit as well as my Spyderco Police model. However, I would not deploy any of these tools unless my first line of defense fails. I legally carry the following self defense tools . Which are in my jacket pockets. Which consists of a Taser pulse + , which has a range of 15' . Additionally, I also carry some of the "nastiest" pepper spray available, called Heatwave. Sold by Defense Wharehouse. There is another TH-cam channel that has tested many of the popular pepper sprays by getting deliberately sprayed in the face. According to his tests Heatwave acted the fastest and burned the worst and caused the worst chocking effect than any Pepper Sparay he has personally tested. He also got tazzed with the Taser pulse ÷ . It totally incapacitated him as long as the current was on. He is a big 6' former marine and currently works in a prison as a CO.
shall not be infringed, brother. it applies in all states and in all jurisdictions. there are laws against actions that can be done with certain items, not against inanimate items themselves.
Awesome review. Clear and effective. For my pratice level, i choose push dagger. The most easy way for me, but with some practice, this inverted blade is destructive. You can pierce and slice very effectively
Though I carry a knife daily(and most times a firearm) my self-defense techniques and philosophy are not totally geared to the use of a knife(or firearm). In colder months where most people wear layers of clothing, cutting or stabbing the torso is not going to be as successful as in the summer months. However, most times attacking the legs with low line kicks (leg kicks from Muy Thai or Escrima work pretty well). They do take a higher level of skill to execute, but a knife takes skill also. The added benefits of attacking the legs is that many times it allows you to escape because the attacker mobility is slowed down and many times when you attack the legs the attacker drops his hands which makes it easier to strike or cut the upper body.
shall. not. be. infringed. put a double edge on that sucker if you want to. it enhances the function and you do NOT need to ask your OWN EMPLOYEES for permission to do so!
when i first saw this knife it reminded me of a clinch pick on steroids, i own both now, and i got to say, i prefer my clinch pick, the scales on the unzipper tear up my hand
You can definitely do that unless you are heavy into certain ergonomics. Most people with blades like this tend to train more pulling in those positions but yes you can ultimately turn the blade
You still did not review the Tops Felony stop... The Cali. Cobra can be hold in FOUR grips and can do every kind if slash and stab. A normal knife ofers just two grips and limited number of possible slash/stab kinds, a Double edged knife nearly doubles the possibilities. A Double edged REAL PIKAL with the right angle or a Double edged karambit give you endless possibility ‼️ Those "pikal" crep is just a gimmick to pull money from knife addicts. Hold the Felony Stop in icepick grip and look to angle you have for a REAL pikal stab 😉 Be real and honest to yourself man 😉 Its a shame Tops discontinued the SCORPION TAIL‼️ Even if that one was a bit hardcore angle pistol grip but look at this unit and imagine the possibility it offers 😉 THAT is what Im talking about 😉 THERE IS ONLY ONE QUESTION you always have to ask yourself: Would I really bet my life on this fu*kin thing 😉
I would bet my life on the unzipper especially if one knew how to use. A lot knife designs try to hover between effectiveness and legality with carry options. That’s why I think it’s important to train with a single edge. Men should fear the Unzipper lest they be unzipped lol
@@411Outdoors btw, I trained a method for ages even I did Not know what pikal is: Just Twist the Blade downside-up and you have a Standard knive to a pikal. But make Sure your handle allows such a grip. Same Idea was Tops El Pionero So I keep my Opinion that pikal is Just Gimmick 😉 The perfekt knive was Not founded yet, so maybe I should make IT finally 😁
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Another well-done video, my friend. I purchased the California Cobra after the video you made. I am not disappointed.
Great to hear! 🙂👍
I didn't know this knife even existed until now. Thank you for this video. This knife has the same intended purpose as Spyderco's Street Beat and Subway Bowie, but with the reverse edge and the improvements of textured scales. The blade being a little staggered from the scales seems like a thoughtful design, too. The reverse edge would be an adjustment for me, but the pull strength you mention makes all the sense in the world.
The promised and long waited TOPS Unzipper review video finally here！❤🎉
Hope you enjoyed it!
I watched the video and I learned a lot. I thought about the sheath positions you showed and i tried it with my TOPS MSK 2.5 between the waistband and my belt and it works great. It's comfortable and very easy to access. I like your videos because they are informative and helps me learn new techniques. I have been doing survival preparedness and I do not believe it's tactical fantasy. Either a person is trained and ready for when crap hits the fan, or they're totally unprepared and will not survive if it gets bad. Thank you for what you do.
My pleasure, my friend. Thanks for watching!
Awesome Vid! Thanks for ALL the info on this Blade!!!!
Thanks for watching!
The serrations are a good add on for a back edge. Goes through denim & thick materials a lot easier.
I really like your videos. The description and features of your knife reviews are accurate and helpful in determining whether it is wise choice to purchase the knife. Furthermore, in many of your tactical knife reviews you include training and possible application's on how the blade could be used in a possible "defensive" encounter. With that being said, one should also consider the "legal" ramifications and justifications if a knife must be deployed in a sef-defense situation. Obviously, a knife is considered a deadly weapon. In all states of the union. Especially, if the alleged incident occurs in a "woke" or liberal state like Washington, Oregon and California. 9 times out of 10. If a knife is involved in an alleged self-defense situation. The district attorney will usually charge the person using the knife . Especially, if there is serious bodily injury or death. I recall about 5 or 6 years ago a self-defense case involving a student named Jarred Ha from Seattle , Washington . Attending, the University of Washington, he was attacked and severely beaten and had his head slammed against a car door all the while trying to get away from his attacked a very large muscular ROTC student attending the same University. To make a very long story short. He deployed a Fox 599 karambit and showed his attacker the knife and told him " Its not worth it". Allegedly, the attacker continued the attack. Jarred Ha , started to use the karambit. Which resulted in a total of 6 slash wounds to the legs, groin and also a partial desembowelment to his attacker. Jarred Ha was criminally charged by the police and also expelled from the University. He took his case to a full jury trial and found Not Guilty. He was reinstated in the University and I believe graduated. It did cost his parents several thousand dollars in legal fees. But he was found innocent. I live in California . Which is very difficult to obtain a CC permit. However, California is not too bad with there knife laws. I am permitted to carry any size folding knife concealed if I want. Any size fixed blade knife or double edged knife can be "open carried". Theoretically, I can legally put a sword on my belt without breaking any laws in most jurisdictions in California! So my normal EDC in my pants pockets consists of one "waved" , Spyderco Yojumbo knife , tactical pen, small Swiss Army knife on "weak" side. On my "strong" side I carry the WE Titanium frame lock "waved" karambit as well as my Spyderco Police model. However, I would not deploy any of these tools unless my first line of defense fails. I legally carry the following self defense tools . Which are in my jacket pockets. Which consists of a Taser pulse + , which has a range of 15' . Additionally, I also carry some of the "nastiest" pepper spray available, called Heatwave. Sold by Defense Wharehouse. There is another TH-cam channel that has tested many of the popular pepper sprays by getting deliberately sprayed in the face. According to his tests Heatwave acted the fastest and burned the worst and caused the worst chocking effect than any Pepper Sparay he has personally tested. He also got tazzed with the Taser pulse ÷ . It totally incapacitated him as long as the current was on. He is a big 6' former marine and currently works in a prison as a CO.
Excellent info! Thank you for sharing
shall not be infringed, brother. it applies in all states and in all jurisdictions. there are laws against actions that can be done with certain items, not against inanimate items themselves.
It would be better in double edge.
Awesome review. Clear and effective. For my pratice level, i choose push dagger. The most easy way for me, but with some practice, this inverted blade is destructive. You can pierce and slice very effectively
Glad it was helpful!🙂
Though I carry a knife daily(and most times a firearm) my self-defense techniques and philosophy are not totally geared to the use of a knife(or firearm). In colder months where most people wear layers of clothing, cutting or stabbing the torso is not going to be as successful as in the summer months. However, most times attacking the legs with low line kicks (leg kicks from Muy Thai or Escrima work pretty well). They do take a higher level of skill to execute, but a knife takes skill also. The added benefits of attacking the legs is that many times it allows you to escape because the attacker mobility is slowed down and many times when you attack the legs the attacker drops his hands which makes it easier to strike or cut the upper body.
Cool videos bro I have the California cobra think I will go for the clinch pick next due to your comparison 👍
You’ll love it
Hell I use to wear a steel chain mail and good luck cutting through that!😊
The skull teeshirt is a smart add on.
Pikal Style, Pikal Grip the best in real self-defense...........thank you for video
My pleasure🙂
Awesome new intro
Try out the TOPS Cockpit Commander 😉
And use the knive blade downside-up
Never trained in Pikal. So my first instinct is traditional grip, with my thumb on the spine. How hard is it to break that habit?
After a few days of drawing it and doing some drills it all starts to click👍
Looks good. Nice review 👍👍👍
Thanks 👍
Yeah, I use to wear chainmail shirt . Can't cut through that easy.
👍
Is it just me, or is the ONLY reason to not carry a double-edge defensive knife a state's/city's (stupid) laws?
Pretty much bro👍👍 double edge is superior but enough training can make certain blades relevant
shall. not. be. infringed. put a double edge on that sucker if you want to. it enhances the function and you do NOT need to ask your OWN EMPLOYEES for permission to do so!
Do you own the Tops Back Bite.
I sure don’t my friend
@@411Outdoors another one I'd like to see you review is TOPS HKT01 HKT (Hunter Killer Tracker) Fixed Blade Knife with Black Linen Micarta Handles
Which tops did you mention @7:50 ?
Could not undersand?
Tops Loner
Thank you
My pleasure!
@@411Outdoors I just ordered the tops.
sadly now i do have little beer belly so i would end up Hari kari myself when drawing it lol. but i did just order a TOP's Street Scapel 2
Awesome blade!
Now thats cool
when i first saw this knife it reminded me of a clinch pick on steroids, i own both now, and i got to say, i prefer my clinch pick, the scales on the unzipper tear up my hand
Can you replace the loop on the kydex with a belt clip?
Yes a discreet carry concepts clip would Do good
I just got a brain storm, left and right knife and sheath
For fighting? Double edge
Double edge is always an advantage. It’s just more loopholes if you have to use it.
It's a lioness with a sharpened spine.
God....... that really is a un zipper, damn.
😂 for real
Just twist a knive blade downside-up and you have every knife to a pikal.
Safe your money for gimmicks 😉
You can definitely do that unless you are heavy into certain ergonomics. Most people with blades like this tend to train more pulling in those positions but yes you can ultimately turn the blade
Disable mechanically so they can not continue to attack or chase you so you can run like hell 😊. Get to safety
You still did not review the Tops Felony stop...
The Cali. Cobra can be hold in FOUR grips and can do every kind if slash and stab. A normal knife ofers just two grips and limited number of possible slash/stab kinds, a Double edged knife nearly doubles the possibilities. A Double edged REAL PIKAL with the right angle or a Double edged karambit give you endless possibility ‼️
Those "pikal" crep is just a gimmick to pull money from knife addicts.
Hold the Felony Stop in icepick grip and look to angle you have for a REAL pikal stab 😉
Be real and honest to yourself man 😉
Its a shame Tops discontinued the SCORPION TAIL‼️ Even if that one was a bit hardcore angle pistol grip but look at this unit and imagine the possibility it offers 😉 THAT is what Im talking about 😉
THERE IS ONLY ONE QUESTION you always have to ask yourself:
Would I really bet my life on this fu*kin thing 😉
I would bet my life on the unzipper especially if one knew how to use. A lot knife designs try to hover between effectiveness and legality with carry options. That’s why I think it’s important to train with a single edge. Men should fear the Unzipper lest they be unzipped lol
@@411Outdoors yes of course the Thing with legality... I See your Point, more Training with single Edge. ☝️
@@411Outdoors btw, I trained a method for ages even I did Not know what pikal is: Just Twist the Blade downside-up and you have a Standard knive to a pikal. But make Sure your handle allows such a grip.
Same Idea was Tops El Pionero
So I keep my Opinion that pikal is Just Gimmick 😉
The perfekt knive was Not founded yet, so maybe I should make IT finally 😁