Nutn, I carried the desert dagger on a deployment to Iraq in 2005 loved it used it all the time. I too had to re-edge the blade. Lost in in 2007 on a convoy. Sad day.
In my state, I could carry 10 guns at once if I wanted to under my carry permit, but that knife would get me arrested if I concealed it- because it has 2 edges. How dumb is that?
I cannot beleive they're asking this much for 440C steel?! They have to be smoking crack. I do however like the design, but think their pricing is way out of wack.
Also, blade steel plays very little in the price of a knife. The difference between the lowest and highest quality steels (especially in the quantities they're buying steel in) is only
If that's the case, that's even more of a reason that they could have made it with a higher end steel. I'd at least consider that price if it were made of CPM S35VN or a similar steel.
Hey Nutn. Would love to see a review on an H&R Handi Rifle! Maybe not that rifle specifically, but a single shot rifle review would be cool. It isn't tactical but at the same time the POU for a bug out system might very well benefit from lighter weight and shorter OAL rifles like a break open Handi Rifle. Keep up the great work my friend!
It's 2020 and for another $20 you can hav a coldsteel tai pan in san mai 3 vg10! Or $30 more 3v model. Boker are extracting the urine! On their prices.
Nutn, try the Etevon! I looked at the SMAEL but wasn’t pleased with the overall reviews so I found this awesome watch! I’m a mailman and needed a light weight, rugged, an reliable watch and this fits the bill.
What about the Cold Steel drop forged boot knife? It's a 5 inch dagger, so pretty close, and it's a lot cheaper and lighter. Plus it comes razor sharp. I bought one for everyday carry; tired of breaking expensive pocket knives.
300 bucks for a 440c little dagger?! That's crazy! I could make a fully functional super tough and more versitile double edge blade out of a prybar and a hand grinder in a few hours. Why do they charge so much for double edge?
i LOVE!!!!!!!! the smael, but its pretty big and i keep on bumping it on everything. i have since switched back over to the very best watch i have ever had the casio pag-240T tough solar pathfinder. i've had that watch for maybe two years now, and i could not complain. i love your review on it too. i remember when i first got my watch i couldnt find any reviews on it until maybe a year after when you came along (thank you). i also learned how to use the stopwatch from your video :)
This may have not been deliberate but to have a weekly GRV, KRV, and WRV the way you did this week was awesome. Also, you didn’t mention the Glock dagger as a competitive option. Any particular reason? I believe you reviewed it a few years back. Cheers
Can you take a look at the original versions of the FS dagger? Same applys to other SOE/OSS knifes, like lapel or thumb dagger/knives. There is at least one small internet shop in the uk where you can get them "custom" for mostly under 100 £ made.
Mr D Wilkinson actually still produces the 3rd pattern FS fighting knife, from what I understand in the same facilities & with a great deal of the same equipment as they did during WW2. They're rather expensive, but it's cool that this amazing piece of history is still being made by the original company. I'm a bit surprised Nutn doesn't keep one around just for reference, as it's truly the gold standard for dagger design.
I`m aware of several producers of FS knives in the uk, germany(eickhorn), maybe poland (Gerlach wz98A) and even Czech Republic (mikov commandos). Most are third pattern, sometimes with different handles or sheath. They range from about 35€ (polish/glockish one), 60-70€ (cheapest from the uk) to several hundreds or even more. The problem is, that people say there are qualety issues with em and at least i can`t tell which ones are for show and which for use.
My EDC knife is the SOG Trident in Black TiNi with the seatbelt cutter also reviewed by "Nutnfancy". And my full tang knife is the SOG Seal Pup, but do not like the look of the blade of my SOG Seal Strike. Thank you for the video ! tjl
No MOLLE on those sheaths because you're meant to lace the paracord through your MOLLE. Actually makes for a really solid attachment to your vest. Had a sheath like that for one of my KBARs.
My go-to blade picks are: Combat- Seal Team elite Bush knife- Gil Hibben IV Bush machete Various folders, 20-50$ range I can't bring myself to spend handgun amounts of funds on a knife.
440C is one stainless I'd pay a little more for, but still not worth what Boker wants for it. 440C is the closest you'll get to a good quality high carbon steel out of the stainless line, but it's still cheap to produce and shouldn't cost much more than 100, and then only if the rest of the knife is high quality.
i wish you would review the new tops produced american made almar mini sere operator in 154 cm with black g10 the ultimate soldier knife priced at 149.99 on bhq
Glock 78 has a bit mor utility and a very robust blade. It is light for it's size, easy to sharpen and it will cut. Other than that I really like the EK MkV. If KaBar would make one about 75%-80% the size with a slightly stronger profile I would consider that a keeper.
I live in Germany. Most knives by German manufactures are 440C, 440A or 420HC. Or proprietary variations of the same. It seems most Germans will not pay for premium steel.
I bought a (made in Germany)Boker Tennessee Whiskey Barrel (Congress) 3 blade for everyday carry with carbon steel blades and wooden handles made from 100 year old whiskey barrels.On day 5 the medallion fell out🤨 Never again Case all the way.
Nutn, i would love to see a review on the Ontario m3 trench knife. That thing is beautiful, although the leather washers would disqualify it from some POUs.
Fairbain wouldn't be to happy because insiders are aware that boker made the knives for the ss in W02.. It's a beautiful knife and I myself own a few boker knives, but it's always a tricky part of history..
Looks pretty cool but not a huge fan of daggers. In my use of fixed blades a dagger does me no good! The Benchmade socp or a push dagger are my two exceptions! And I don't use those for anything more than piece of mind!
Looking forward to the release of your review of SMAEL watches! I'm holding off on picking them up until I see your review. I'm interested in what functions they have. I can see "Temp" and "Baro" printed on the dial, but I"m pretty sure they don't have those sensors. Not a deal breaker for me if it has some of the basic function like stop watch, count down timer and (as a bonus) alarm functions. Amazon does not provide any details Nutn' so your review will be a real service to those of us considering these extremely cool looking watches. I think SMAEL may be related to Navaforce, which based upon your review I own and have a few more on order from amazon. Thanks for all you do Nutn'.
8 YRS USMC infantry here. I need a blade that dos a lot--slice, chop, wood prep, pry tool in a jam and fight. Kabar type blade is ideal--I grind off the top hilt. Carrying a knife for every purpose is b.s. when you hump everything (weight and over complication). I carried a multi tool and kabar or bayonet. Carried a Bowie during arctic ops in Norway. My fave camp knife--right now is TNP reviewed and recommended Boker Vox Rold with my own kydex sheath. BTW, I open boxes with this--saves edge on carry blades and takes up very little space on keychain: STRIX RHK-1 Mini OTF Pocket Knife - Replaceable blades - Ultra Compact - Only 10 grams! - Rugged Aluminum body - Micro Lightweight www.amazon.com/dp/B076ZQH638/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_b7pxAb4AVEH8H Pricy? Yes. Worth it? For everything it does and how it saves me time sharpening edc blades: YES!
It´s about time that people realsied that knife design was perfected many hundreds or years ago and it is time to stop making knives with poor and previously rejected design features.
Cool vid, but not an ideal knife for stabbing. I would not spend the cash with other better options out there. The philosophy behind it is pretty cool though. Speaking of philosophy you should write a book nutnfancy.
Josh Myers well I don't live in combat fantasy land, so aside from my brothers a couple times fighting with sticks at the ranch none. Look at the original Sykes fairbairn knifes. Little bit larger guard to protect the hand from going into the blade when you hit a rib. But hey to each his own.
The reason the FS fighting knife is such a well executed design has a lot to do with Fairbairn's experience serving as a beat cop in Shanghai pre-WW2. He had to deal with the results of knife fights on a daily basis at that job, and designed the FS fighter (and the accompanied POU detailed in his book "Get Tough!") based on a case study comprising thousands of real world knife fights which took place during his years in Shanghai. Unlike the BS armchair theory that goes into the design of most martial blades, the FS is based on very real data & backed up by extensive battlefield service during the war.
Just looked at my original and the handguard is adequate to keep your hand from slipping and the handle is grooved metal. Its like a small sword almost.
Please do a big SubCompact .45 Shootout and review. That watch is amazing for the price. Boss all Euro blades come dull anymore. It's for our safety :(
i wouldnt buy it either. in theory i like push daggers. i have the cold steel safe maker II and urban pal. want to add the safe keeper as well. i want a randal model 1 fighter. i think theyre beautiful
The grip seems a bit bulky. Daggers have only one purpose, and this dagger will do. The sheath looks awful: like some cheap Chinese eBay toy. The price is too high for the quality. I would add another $100 and get a Winkler NSW dagger instead.
Too heavy and bulky for a backup weapon for me. Something low profile and out of the way like the benchmade SOCP or the boker GITFO would appeal more to me. Takes up less space on a already way overcrowded carrier.
Yeah agreeing with others. That much cash for the blade steel, which could use a better stock edge and no kydex sheath? Eeehhh. I love love the design though
Makeveli Customs hey dude you get what you get , (as well as what you pay for), love what you are doing nutn the owl is on the shed (After all these years)
Nutn, I carried the desert dagger on a deployment to Iraq in 2005 loved it used it all the time. I too had to re-edge the blade. Lost in in 2007 on a convoy. Sad day.
In my state, I could carry 10 guns at once if I wanted to under my carry permit, but that knife would get me arrested if I concealed it- because it has 2 edges. How dumb is that?
Come to NH you can carry anything you want without any permit assuming you're not a criminal. No income tax either
In the uk, your get arrested just for watching this video.
I cannot beleive they're asking this much for 440C steel?! They have to be smoking crack. I do however like the design, but think their pricing is way out of wack.
M. mmilora..
How is France doing?
Uganda Knuckle ..I wonder how long it will take for a civil war to start?
Are any of the people waking up?
Also, blade steel plays very little in the price of a knife. The difference between the lowest and highest quality steels (especially in the quantities they're buying steel in) is only
$300?, no way.
If that's the case, that's even more of a reason that they could have made it with a higher end steel. I'd at least consider that price if it were made of CPM S35VN or a similar steel.
Love the Applgate design. The history...the real world performance.
Recently discovered a Joker knife with a similar design. It is a work of Art.
more knives! we love knives!
Fell in love with the Alleycat! That knife stole the show.
Hey Nutn. Would love to see a review on an H&R Handi Rifle! Maybe not that rifle specifically, but a single shot rifle review would be cool. It isn't tactical but at the same time the POU for a bug out system might very well benefit from lighter weight and shorter OAL rifles like a break open Handi Rifle. Keep up the great work my friend!
It's 2020 and for another $20 you can hav a coldsteel tai pan in san mai 3 vg10! Or $30 more 3v model. Boker are extracting the urine! On their prices.
As another option, the glock knife is light, strong and has a functional saw on the spine. Favored by a marine buddy of mine.
Uganda Knuckle na I’ve seen videos of it being batonned tip first through concrete, it’s ridiculously tough
mayor fugly cool has some good videos on the glock knife. he dug a fat root out and is generally pretty rough on stuff. it was impressive
Yeah...you've called it Nutn'...watching/listening at work...haha.
Very cool looking dagger. I really like the looks of the Smael watches too.
The Ka-Bar trench knife is 60.00 and is very sharp out the box
Nutn, try the Etevon! I looked at the SMAEL but wasn’t pleased with the overall reviews so I found this awesome watch! I’m a mailman and needed a light weight, rugged, an reliable watch and this fits the bill.
love this knife.
watch is a copy of G-shock mudmaster
he knows. he brought the SMAEL into his GShock mudmaster review as a cheap alternative option.
mud butt
What about the Cold Steel drop forged boot knife? It's a 5 inch dagger, so pretty close, and it's a lot cheaper and lighter. Plus it comes razor sharp. I bought one for everyday carry; tired of breaking expensive pocket knives.
Carried the full sized A&F by Boker for 3 combat tours. Also gad the Gerber folder version.
300 bucks for a 440c little dagger?! That's crazy! I could make a fully functional super tough and more versitile double edge blade out of a prybar and a hand grinder in a few hours. Why do they charge so much for double edge?
why so much for a chunk of 440c ???
i LOVE!!!!!!!! the smael, but its pretty big and i keep on bumping it on everything. i have since switched back over to the very best watch i have ever had the casio pag-240T tough solar pathfinder. i've had that watch for maybe two years now, and i could not complain. i love your review on it too. i remember when i first got my watch i couldnt find any reviews on it until maybe a year after when you came along (thank you). i also learned how to use the stopwatch from your video :)
This may have not been deliberate but to have a weekly GRV, KRV, and WRV the way you did this week was awesome. Also, you didn’t mention the Glock dagger as a competitive option. Any particular reason? I believe you reviewed it a few years back. Cheers
Can you take a look at the original versions of the FS dagger? Same applys to other SOE/OSS knifes, like lapel or thumb dagger/knives. There is at least one small internet shop in the uk where you can get them "custom" for mostly under 100 £ made.
Mr D Wilkinson actually still produces the 3rd pattern FS fighting knife, from what I understand in the same facilities & with a great deal of the same equipment as they did during WW2. They're rather expensive, but it's cool that this amazing piece of history is still being made by the original company. I'm a bit surprised Nutn doesn't keep one around just for reference, as it's truly the gold standard for dagger design.
I`m aware of several producers of FS knives in the uk, germany(eickhorn), maybe poland (Gerlach wz98A) and even Czech Republic (mikov commandos). Most are third pattern, sometimes with different handles or sheath. They range from about 35€ (polish/glockish one), 60-70€ (cheapest from the uk) to several hundreds or even more. The problem is, that people say there are qualety issues with em and at least i can`t tell which ones are for show and which for use.
Mr D usually the nice one are used for ceremony purpose, the "ordinar" are used in field, if they still use it
Good honest review. Gerber Mk II Wasp is wicked sharp!!!
Looks like the watches they sell in Ensenada outside the cruise ship terminal. Same prices $20-$25 bucks.
My EDC knife is the SOG Trident in Black TiNi with the seatbelt cutter also reviewed by "Nutnfancy". And my full tang knife is the SOG Seal Pup, but do not like the look of the blade of my SOG Seal Strike. Thank you for the video ! tjl
Love the new reviews.
Where is the backpacking video nutnfancy?
Have that exact watch only diff color. Love it.
No MOLLE on those sheaths because you're meant to lace the paracord through your MOLLE. Actually makes for a really solid attachment to your vest. Had a sheath like that for one of my KBARs.
Thank you nutn
My go-to blade picks are:
Combat- Seal Team elite
Bush knife- Gil Hibben IV Bush machete
Various folders, 20-50$ range
I can't bring myself to spend handgun amounts of funds on a knife.
Like others have said, cool design, but INSANE price for a 440 stainless. I hope coldsteel comes out with a version in cts xhp.
440C is one stainless I'd pay a little more for, but still not worth what Boker wants for it. 440C is the closest you'll get to a good quality high carbon steel out of the stainless line, but it's still cheap to produce and shouldn't cost much more than 100, and then only if the rest of the knife is high quality.
Hey NutN, can't seem to locate the review of the Smael- only comment references to it in the description section of various of your videos. 😕
i wish you would review the new tops produced american made almar mini sere operator in 154 cm with black g10 the ultimate soldier knife priced at 149.99 on bhq
What is your first choice of knife for the battle field?
what do you think about truckish shotguns Pardus AX12
when I was in Afghanistan always carried a KBAR as working knife, and a dagger in kidney carry 24/7, even when not carrying rifle
Love your vids Nutn. Curious why you review tactical daggers and yet seem so ice cold towards the Benchmade SOCP?
Glock 78 has a bit mor utility and a very robust blade. It is light for it's size, easy to sharpen and it will cut. Other than that I really like the EK MkV. If KaBar would make one about 75%-80% the size with a slightly stronger profile I would consider that a keeper.
Just picked up a Spyderco Street Bowie. Not sure if you have reviewed this fixed blade? Any thoughts?
I live in Germany. Most knives by German manufactures are 440C, 440A or 420HC. Or proprietary variations of the same. It seems most Germans will not pay for premium steel.
rascalMatt17 Merkel is the only thing that makes you ashamed of your German heritage?...
Mr. C ...
I bought a (made in Germany)Boker Tennessee Whiskey Barrel (Congress) 3 blade for everyday carry with carbon steel blades and wooden handles made from 100 year old whiskey barrels.On day 5 the medallion fell out🤨
Never again Case all the way.
was that an " on fleak" I heard?
com-plete...my bad.
Will you please review the Victoronox day packer Mr.Nutnfancy
Great dagger is OkC LSA .
Can't find that watch review
Could you do a review on benchmade bugout?
Don't know whats up with Boker lately but just returned a Kwaiken to BladeHQ for being so dull it wouldn't cut butter unless it was heated first.
If you can find a serrated or Besh wedge variant they are more interesting and go for a decent price.
Nutn, i would love to see a review on the Ontario m3 trench knife. That thing is beautiful, although the leather washers would disqualify it from some POUs.
What's with the thumbnail?
Great review. Not for me but enjoyed your description and elaborating on the subject of daggers
Where is the Alley Kat review? :o
Wow, I thought I was the only person who owned a Alley Kat. I have a old one it has XT70 stainless steel.
Looks super cool to me.
Heard the price and just tuned out.
Fairbain wouldn't be to happy because insiders are aware that boker made the knives for the ss in W02.. It's a beautiful knife and I myself own a few boker knives, but it's always a tricky part of history..
You should review the Besh Wedge dagger from Blackhawk and the Hissatsu from CRKT.
Hey nutn and crew! Can you do a review of the cold steel tuff lite?
Looks pretty cool but not a huge fan of daggers. In my use of fixed blades a dagger does me no good! The Benchmade socp or a push dagger are my two exceptions! And I don't use those for anything more than piece of mind!
@nutnfancy, What system do you use for putting an edge on your blades?
Hey Nutn! Can you do a review of the Cold Steel AK 47 Field knife?
Looking forward to the release of your review of SMAEL watches! I'm holding off on picking them up until I see your review. I'm interested in what functions they have. I can see "Temp" and "Baro" printed on the dial, but I"m pretty sure they don't have those sensors. Not a deal breaker for me if it has some of the basic function like stop watch, count down timer and (as a bonus) alarm functions. Amazon does not provide any details Nutn' so your review will be a real service to those of us considering these extremely cool looking watches. I think SMAEL may be related to Navaforce, which based upon your review I own and have a few more on order from amazon. Thanks for all you do Nutn'.
8 YRS USMC infantry here. I need a blade that dos a lot--slice, chop, wood prep, pry tool in a jam and fight. Kabar type blade is ideal--I grind off the top hilt. Carrying a knife for every purpose is b.s. when you hump everything (weight and over complication). I carried a multi tool and kabar or bayonet. Carried a Bowie during arctic ops in Norway. My fave camp knife--right now is TNP reviewed and recommended Boker Vox Rold with my own kydex sheath. BTW, I open boxes with this--saves edge on carry blades and takes up very little space on keychain: STRIX RHK-1 Mini OTF Pocket Knife - Replaceable blades - Ultra Compact - Only 10 grams! - Rugged Aluminum body - Micro Lightweight www.amazon.com/dp/B076ZQH638/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_b7pxAb4AVEH8H
Pricy? Yes. Worth it? For everything it does and how it saves me time sharpening edc blades: YES!
Price = royalties. They all look nice, but the SOG Pentagon is really nice for a collectible yet functional knife.
Nutnfancy! Please review the heritage rough rider .357 mag. I cant buy it until you do lol
Cool looking knife, though the only knife I have ever used or needed was my old reliable Ka-Bar.
Got this one a few years ago, was shocked it took you so long to get to this review.
Being a double edge knife it could land a person in jail in some states. But I do like a dagger as a "get off me" tool.
Woodrow 103 most of the subs are probably ccw permit holders so I don't think it will be an issue
john smith hope you`re right. In many states the CCW allows a concealed pistol only. Just don't want to hear of anyone getting in trouble.
It´s about time that people realsied that knife design was perfected many hundreds or years ago and it is time to stop making knives with poor and previously rejected design features.
I love that watch name! so funny! Something smaels!
Sucks we can't own / buy double edged blades in The PRMA.
IMO paying over $100 for a 440C dagger is loco
Cool vid, but not an ideal knife for stabbing. I would not spend the cash with other better options out there. The philosophy behind it is pretty cool though. Speaking of philosophy you should write a book nutnfancy.
How many people have you stabbed?
Josh Myers well I don't live in combat fantasy land, so aside from my brothers a couple times fighting with sticks at the ranch none. Look at the original Sykes fairbairn knifes. Little bit larger guard to protect the hand from going into the blade when you hit a rib. But hey to each his own.
The reason the FS fighting knife is such a well executed design has a lot to do with Fairbairn's experience serving as a beat cop in Shanghai pre-WW2. He had to deal with the results of knife fights on a daily basis at that job, and designed the FS fighter (and the accompanied POU detailed in his book "Get Tough!") based on a case study comprising thousands of real world knife fights which took place during his years in Shanghai. Unlike the BS armchair theory that goes into the design of most martial blades, the FS is based on very real data & backed up by extensive battlefield service during the war.
Just looked at my original and the handguard is adequate to keep your hand from slipping and the handle is grooved metal. Its like a small sword almost.
E T what’s more ideal than a dagger for stabbing lol
Please do a big SubCompact .45 Shootout and review.
That watch is amazing for the price.
Boss all Euro blades come dull anymore. It's for our safety :(
i carried the gerber folder version in Iraq 03-04 hate that i lost it stateside
I just got a WW2 original thats $700 and sad to say that Im pissed that its not really legal to carry double edged blades here bc its sick.
I wood and had a variation of it when i was in the sevice
Would like to have seen that John Ek 44 with these.....jesayin. :)
i wouldnt buy it either.
in theory i like push daggers. i have the cold steel safe maker II and urban pal. want to add the safe keeper as well.
i want a randal model 1 fighter. i think theyre beautiful
I would probably make my own knife instead of paying $300 for this
I’ll take...
All of it. Wrap it up.
The grip seems a bit bulky. Daggers have only one purpose, and this dagger will do. The sheath looks awful: like some cheap Chinese eBay toy. The price is too high for the quality. I would add another $100 and get a Winkler NSW dagger instead.
me and my squad members were fans of the ka bar tdi
Too heavy and bulky for a backup weapon for me.
Something low profile and out of the way like the benchmade SOCP or the boker GITFO would appeal more to me. Takes up less space on a already way overcrowded carrier.
Cold steel tiapan all day, probably for price the counter tac 1
Nice review! I don’t think I would be spending $300 on a knife though... poor college student
Another great review! Kooks like a great knife. Love the fit and finish. But HELLO price point! If I had f*** you mony I'd probably get one.
Good review.Too much dough,not enough go!
Yeah agreeing with others. That much cash for the blade steel, which could use a better stock edge and no kydex sheath? Eeehhh. I love love the design though
My EDC knife as a cpo
I like the dagger. Too bad it is so expensive :(
$300 for a short 440c non-custom dagger?! Boker's management has been drinking some awful schnapps to induce brain rot.
that desert dagger is hot, looks very german to me
Hey nutn, tell Verilioness I still think of her and rub one out occasionally. 10-4 good buddy!
$300 is nuts for a 440C knife. $150 would be more appealing.
If I take you prisoner and find you with a serrated bladed combat knife instead of a KBar then we can wait and see the out combe😊😊
Really cool knife, but not worth the $300 price tag. Not even close, not for 440C.
The sheath that came with my desert dagger is way cooler.
Ive Ben waiting for a Gun review but instead get 10 watch reviews 😳😢
Makeveli Customs hey dude you get what you get , (as well as what you pay for), love what you are doing nutn the owl is on the shed (After all these years)
john smith that's funny I don't remember you even existing to me let alone speaking to you! You can keep you're worthless 2 cents!!!
Cool story bro. Why don't you just meander back to the "world star hip hop" rock you crawled out from under. :-)
john smith go look at Jack dishel while playing with yourself 😅😅😂😂 I'm done talking to idiots like you. I like woman not gay man like you..
Wine bag
hey nutn can you ask gunnies for a Beretta 1301 combat shotgun and review it please. I think it will be an awesome combat shotgun for the money.