The Aqua Salt is a fave fixed blade here. It weighs nothing, it's razor sharp, and the H1 is the best steel I've used in salt water. Highly recommended. -nutn
Great review Nutn! Wish you had discussed/demonstrated various carry options in and around the water. So many opinions about wearing wet suit and keeping a blade on the a waist belt vs wrist vs ankle etc. Your thoughts?
Thanks for finally reviewing the resurrected Aqua Salt! I purchased one as soon as it came back into production. I agree about the handle. I wish they would make a non-coated yellow handled version, in addition to the cool blacked out model. Also, just my mileage, the "rust spots" on the H-1 steel are probably mineral(iron) deposits from the water. I got some similar spots on my H-1 ladybug, but it came right off with a tooth brush. Keep up the knife reviews, Nutn! I love it when you go into the details of a knife.
hey nutn new viewer to The Knife Show and I was totally unaware that Spyderco even made fixed blade knives just wanted to say thanks for introducing me to these great knives that Street Bowie is going in my cart on Amazon right now thanks to u
I have had a salt 1 for 3 years or so and decided H1 is second to none in carefree use. Now I know I need a carefree fixed blade as well! Thanks nutn for a great review!
The rust spots on the Pacific salt are the result of residua from the metal on the stamp used to put the H1 logo on the knife. Wipe that off and the rest of the knife should not rust.
I haven't watched the review, but I wanted to share my real world experience with an H1 Spyderco. I worked on dive boats in the Caribbean for several years, and a few of us picked up H1's for daily use. I carried mine clipped inside the waistband of my swim trunks for a couple of years, and if I wasn't sweating all over it in the heat, it was submerged in seawater for up to an hour or so at a time 2-4 times a day. I won't say that I never rinsed it with fresh water., but I'm certain that I never did it more than once every few weeks, and sometimes not for a few months. No traces of corrosion whatsoever. The edge held up great, and that "ugly" hole for thumbing them open worked perfectly for me. TL;DR: The H1 still is no BS when it comes to not corroding in the crappiest environments. Also, if you want a free one, mine is on the edge of the Bahamian shelf somewhere well south of Gun Cay.... damn it. (It's been there since 2010 and I guarantee it's still 100% corrosion free.) EDIT: To be clear, the H1 steel *can't* rust. It isn't simply corrosion resistant. It's definitely the **** in seawater environments.
I just got into spear fishing a few months ago, ever since I saw that the FIsh Hunter was on it's way I've been eagerly awaiting it's release. Looks like a perfect dispatching knife.
Love how Nutn and Doodle dated themselves over that copyright friendly Slowpoke sticker. It is interesting that you showed the rust on your classic Pacific folder, my Caspian blade also has pitting at the same places (namely the H1 logo). Guess the laser etching compromises the steel's immunity to corrosion at the molecular level or something. I missed my chance to pick it up years ago and now its back!!
As a avid snorkeler and diver I really want a better sheath that's more fitted and sturdy for under water use. Either like a sleeve for calf carry or a thigh carry option. I never use arms cuz its not ambidextrous. But each blade I get is okay, but the sheath sucks for all carry options. Its never comfortable and slides arounds
Man I love spyderco. That salty would be good for most any application I can think of and would be pretty ideal for any coastal or saltwater environment. Give me the salty over the fisher, much more versatile imo.
Great review. I carried Salt 1 for years. Beat the snot out of it. One issue I had because of humidity and sweat with all my other knives was rust. H1 negates that nearly 100%. However for any of you on the fence I have to say H1 steel is probably one of the best every day work steels. It's relatively hard, holds a good edge and can be sharpened easily on a random rock if need be.
You should review the proficient for the handle, if nothing else. I have the bushcraft and the handle is great. I only use my Spyderco for wood since I have the Knives of Alaska cub bear/elk hunter combo for dressing game and food processing.
Perhaps you could just spray paint the handle with a neon orange and keep the full grip properties of the volcano grip. I've actually been thinking of getting this for a backpack load-out. Thanks for the look!
Another great review. I love hearing about the different situations involving being out on the water. I've got a quick question for you. How would you concealed carry on a boat? Not swimming but prepared for accidental submersion without losing the gun. I'm not worried about needing to use it on the boat. It's more about the area I have to go through to go to and from the boat and no place to disarm. Any advice would be appreciated. Regardless, keep up the great reviews. Always informative to hear your perspective and experiences.
It doesn’t hold an edge as good at first but after you use it and dull it and sharpen it over and over again it work hardens enough to hold an edge better than lc200n
im hoping for some fixed blades in lc200n (what they use for the tusk mariner). looks like a far better steal with perhaps a tiny bit less rust resistance
Was a commercial diver for 7 years. The one you don't see is the one that gets you, knife just won't matter. When tender, boat operator, other diver say, "Did you see that seal" ? Nope, "But it was right near you" nope. A seal round here goes about 400lbs. Sure I've seen 'em zooming around me like a pickpocket on speed. So many I have not. Been Great Barrier reef, Belize, Bonaire, The Keys, etc night diving all. Seen sharks, touched sharks, and the one you do not see, unless you are Jet Li.
Nutn I had no idea you were a fellow diver. I spearfish regular in the gulf of Mexico. Had many shark encounters all just interested in my catch or they ignore me completely. Still need more stories like these of your ocean going ventures.
I have the original AquaSalt yellow handle PE. Actually bought it for a "kitchen knife" application for rust resistant properties. Also have the Pacific Salt Spyderedge. The Spyderedge models seem to hold edge far longer than the PE counterparts. H1 is a love hate relationship for me. I hope the day will come that Spyderco does some sort of limited run in the AquaSalt line with the same steel they used in the SpydieChef folder, since that steel is nearly as rust resistant as H1 and holds a better edge.
Serrated edge H1 blades cut faster, longer. The plain edge version will dull relatively rapidly, due do H1 properties. I usually don't favor serrations, but in this case, the serrated edge compensates for the poor edge retention of H1.
If you're really concerned about losing it in the water you could easily attach a small amount of floatation via the lanyard hole and some high-vis cord!
that blade shape on the aqua salt is just fantastic all around. Yes, high vis scales would make it way better. Lame you gotta put tape on a handle sorta thing.
I watch the Blade HQ video on Salt folders and they noticed it rusted right where they did the etching and the hardware. Looks like the same place yours rusted. Just curious after you cleaned the rust up did it continue to rust in that same spot or was it just rusting the etching off? Also I'm considering a knife for a combo tactical blade/bushcrafting blade. Do you think this fits the bill?
I know it might get in the way, but some cordage and a small float, like a bobber, would keep you blade afloat if you drop it overboard. Just an idea, live all you vids especially the adventure and knife vids. Thanks Nutn.
What's up NutN? Just got into knives. (thanks to you) I haven't purchased anything that would impress you. However my 9y/o son is VERY interested in the knife platform. Can you point a novice in the right direction, as to what would be a good first knife/1st edc knife for a 9y/o? (though he would not take it to school, of course) He is already dead set on being S.W.A.T. when he grows up. 👌 Thanks in advance.
Big believer in the "murphy is always along for the ride" concept. That being said, did you know that humans are 20 times more likely to be killed by a cow than a shark? (seriously!) How do you think it will perform against bovine attacks?
The logo etching on the Salt series can rust...wipe that off properly and you'll find that it's just the logo etching that rusted. The actual blade of the knife itself won't rust however.
Have seen knives pop out of sheaf underwater we have a spiral wire attached usually. Always carry one when diving in the uk but have dived on holiday before now without a knife just have to trust the guides feels wrong though. I know a commercial diver says the worst areas are Malaysian and he would not dive without a knife on one leg and a knife on each arm or a knife and line cutter. But only because of all the trailing line in the water. Looks a bit overkill though Just remembered a story he was an Aussie and in their army he became a 'marksmen' so they present him with his 7.62 when he finishes his service. Later he is out shooting Roos laying the rifle across the hood of his tricked up pickup truck has a lovely top dollar paint job as the roo jumps up down he adjusts his aim and boom. Massive great groove across the hood.
Don't expect the H1 steel to get the job done for fine-carving/shaving/wood work etc. It's edge is not as sharp as other steels imo (I've owned the Aqua Salt D. Knife for over a year). It's edge do harden with use... and it can perform okay on basic tasks (card board cutting/ cutting tape etc.), but not as with ease as other steels. The H1 is excellent for it's intended use: activities in or around water (due to less chance of rusting when compared to other steels). And the shape of the Aqua Salt D. Knife is great for stabbing fishes. One of my old coworker was a free-dive spear fishing fanatic, and he always carried his Aqua to his trips. The most current model of the Aqua Salt D. Knife has the option to have the black coating on the blade. It's marketed as a Tactical-friendly knife (I can see the military personnels who go out onto seas often using this). As I mentioned before, the shape of the blade would suffice for tactical usage. Just don't expect the knife to perform like other steels when it comes to the sharpness of the blade.
You could use a live stream Nut'n. It's one of the new trends for TH-camrs needing money, and it gives the audience a chance to bombard you with questions.
From what I've heard the rust on H1 has something to do with the black laser engraving and not the actually steel. My H1 dragonfly rusted around the H1 logo also.
I was once attacked by a 20 foot great white shark in South Africa and all I had on me was my Spyderco Dragonfly in H1(thank god). It did the job dispatching that nasty shark to ribbons but I would've been more comfortable with the Aqua Salt.
I look at the shark attack chances like this: Maybe less people are attacked by sharks then are struck by lightning. But virtually everyone attacked by a shark was in the ocean at the time, so I'd say being in the ocean greatly increases your odds. If you could be attacked by a shark while golfing or working in a field, I bet shark attacks would go up quite a bit. And I would also guess that if carrying a knife would give people even a small chance to fight off lightning, I bet many would carry one...just in case. Certainly during a thunderstorm. So why not carry a knife while in the ocean...just in case.
The Aqua Salt is a fave fixed blade here. It weighs nothing, it's razor sharp, and the H1 is the best steel I've used in salt water. Highly recommended. -nutn
Great review Nutn! Wish you had discussed/demonstrated various carry options in and around the water. So many opinions about wearing wet suit and keeping a blade on the a waist belt vs wrist vs ankle etc. Your thoughts?
Thanks for finally reviewing the resurrected Aqua Salt! I purchased one as soon as it came back into production. I agree about the handle. I wish they would make a non-coated yellow handled version, in addition to the cool blacked out model. Also, just my mileage, the "rust spots" on the H-1 steel are probably mineral(iron) deposits from the water. I got some similar spots on my H-1 ladybug, but it came right off with a tooth brush. Keep up the knife reviews, Nutn! I love it when you go into the details of a knife.
nutnfancy So the handle is big enough for a grown man? Some of Spyderco's fixed knife handles seem a bit short.
nutnfancy great video..just wondering if you have a interest in doing a vepr fm ak74-11 review? although hey seems like a good gun.
you should totally click bait that one.
6 minutes and you FINALLY mention the knife. The wait was killing me man haha
Awesome story about being out in the water surviving. Would love to hear a full length video on it, seriously.
hey nutn new viewer to The Knife Show and I was totally unaware that Spyderco even made fixed blade knives just wanted to say thanks for introducing me to these great knives that Street Bowie is going in my cart on Amazon right now thanks to u
I have had a salt 1 for 3 years or so and decided H1 is second to none in carefree use. Now I know I need a carefree fixed blade as well! Thanks nutn for a great review!
spyderco needs to make a fixed blade endura
the geth -that’s actually a dope idea 💡👏
Moving to OREM Utah this Summer
We will be Neighbors lol
Flarp13 this channel has made me want to move there hahaha. so I can hit gunnies and get out in the open land he shoots on
The rust spots on the Pacific salt are the result of residua from the metal on the stamp used to put the H1 logo on the knife. Wipe that off and the rest of the knife should not rust.
I haven't watched the review, but I wanted to share my real world experience with an H1 Spyderco. I worked on dive boats in the Caribbean for several years, and a few of us picked up H1's for daily use. I carried mine clipped inside the waistband of my swim trunks for a couple of years, and if I wasn't sweating all over it in the heat, it was submerged in seawater for up to an hour or so at a time 2-4 times a day. I won't say that I never rinsed it with fresh water., but I'm certain that I never did it more than once every few weeks, and sometimes not for a few months. No traces of corrosion whatsoever. The edge held up great, and that "ugly" hole for thumbing them open worked perfectly for me. TL;DR: The H1 still is no BS when it comes to not corroding in the crappiest environments. Also, if you want a free one, mine is on the edge of the Bahamian shelf somewhere well south of Gun Cay.... damn it. (It's been there since 2010 and I guarantee it's still 100% corrosion free.) EDIT: To be clear, the H1 steel *can't* rust. It isn't simply corrosion resistant. It's definitely the **** in seawater environments.
I just got into spear fishing a few months ago, ever since I saw that the FIsh Hunter was on it's way I've been eagerly awaiting it's release. Looks like a perfect dispatching knife.
Love how Nutn and Doodle dated themselves over that copyright friendly Slowpoke sticker. It is interesting that you showed the rust on your classic Pacific folder, my Caspian blade also has pitting at the same places (namely the H1 logo). Guess the laser etching compromises the steel's immunity to corrosion at the molecular level or something. I missed my chance to pick it up years ago and now its back!!
As a avid snorkeler and diver I really want a better sheath that's more fitted and sturdy for under water use. Either like a sleeve for calf carry or a thigh carry option. I never use arms cuz its not ambidextrous. But each blade I get is okay, but the sheath sucks for all carry options. Its never comfortable and slides arounds
Still want to see nutn review that Whale Rescue Blade.
Man I love spyderco. That salty would be good for most any application I can think of and would be pretty ideal for any coastal or saltwater environment. Give me the salty over the fisher, much more versatile imo.
I got a Atlantic salt for a friend that works on a tug. he has cut through kevlar rope in one pass.
Loving the new knife reviews
Great review. I carried Salt 1 for years. Beat the snot out of it. One issue I had because of humidity and sweat with all my other knives was rust. H1 negates that nearly 100%. However for any of you on the fence I have to say H1 steel is probably one of the best every day work steels. It's relatively hard, holds a good edge and can be sharpened easily on a random rock if need be.
You should review the proficient for the handle, if nothing else. I have the bushcraft and the handle is great. I only use my Spyderco for wood since I have the Knives of Alaska cub bear/elk hunter combo for dressing game and food processing.
Perhaps you could just spray paint the handle with a neon orange and keep the full grip properties of the volcano grip. I've actually been thinking of getting this for a backpack load-out. Thanks for the look!
Shark Shield 7 - look into it. Have one. Definitely something you'd want if you go overboard and pull that PLB.
You could always slap a key floater through the lanyard hole so it does float
I actually have my Pacific Salt on my pocket today. Necessary for those hot humid, sweaty days at work. Those murder my blades.
Didn't know Spyderco made so many fixed-blades...
I've been using the aqua salt when I dive mostly use it to pry scallops of rock and sometimes kill a fish that's not dead all the way .
Hey Nutn' that sticker is a slow-poke pokemon, not a bear!
fish hunter all day, that strengthening rib while stabbing plus that serrated edge for cutting tough shark hide, it would also be great for rope
How did you end up off the coast of Santa Cruz? Got friends and family out this way?
Really like that blade shape.
Another great review. I love hearing about the different situations involving being out on the water. I've got a quick question for you. How would you concealed carry on a boat? Not swimming but prepared for accidental submersion without losing the gun. I'm not worried about needing to use it on the boat. It's more about the area I have to go through to go to and from the boat and no place to disarm. Any advice would be appreciated. Regardless, keep up the great reviews. Always informative to hear your perspective and experiences.
Is the Spydie catalog free? I believe Cold Steel's is/was.
How does H1 compare to N680?
It doesn’t hold an edge as good at first but after you use it and dull it and sharpen it over and over again it work hardens enough to hold an edge better than lc200n
im hoping for some fixed blades in lc200n (what they use for the tusk mariner). looks like a far better steal with perhaps a tiny bit less rust resistance
Not a bad looking knife, nice purposeful blade for fishing or food prepping. Looks like it would even go alright as a fillet knife in a pinch.
Was a commercial diver for 7 years.
The one you don't see is the one that gets you, knife just won't matter.
When tender, boat operator, other diver say, "Did you see that seal" ?
Nope, "But it was right near you" nope.
A seal round here goes about 400lbs.
Sure I've seen 'em zooming around me like a pickpocket on speed.
So many I have not.
Been Great Barrier reef, Belize, Bonaire, The Keys, etc night diving all.
Seen sharks, touched sharks, and the one you do not see, unless you are Jet Li.
143DREWID I can't read this. 😂
Just look behind.
143DREWID, many people have fought off sharks after being attacked, so I think your outlook is way too fatalistic.
Of these "many people" John.
How many utilized the knife they carried for such occasion ?
Do you even know, or simply rationalizing finality.
I would totally watch another Spiderco full catalog video! great work Nutn!
Oh yea, and a quick question: how did you do that great etch on the blade "nutnfancy 2016" that is very fine, did you use a dremmle?
Love the longer KRVs
I have waited for this video for a while now. Thanks Nutn.
Nutn I had no idea you were a fellow diver. I spearfish regular in the gulf of Mexico. Had many shark encounters all just interested in my catch or they ignore me completely. Still need more stories like these of your ocean going ventures.
Hey brother what's the lockup like on the sheath? I would assume being Spyderco it should be pretty sweet.
Benchmade 112 h2o locking retention, can pry, and cut through the occasional gill net.
The rust at 14:00 looks like it is only on the logo.
I have the original AquaSalt yellow handle PE. Actually bought it for a "kitchen knife" application for rust resistant properties. Also have the Pacific Salt Spyderedge. The Spyderedge models seem to hold edge far longer than the PE counterparts. H1 is a love hate relationship for me. I hope the day will come that Spyderco does some sort of limited run in the AquaSalt line with the same steel they used in the SpydieChef folder, since that steel is nearly as rust resistant as H1 and holds a better edge.
Water survival knife. You mean shower defense knife. I live near the ocean and been looking for a good fixed blade when I am out.
What is you opinion on serrations vs no serrations?
Hows this compare to the fish hunter? They seem like the same knife just the fish hunter is serrated and yellow grip.
Can you do a video on how you sharpen your ffg knives on the edge pro apex.
Serrated edge H1 blades cut faster, longer. The plain edge version will dull relatively rapidly, due do H1 properties. I usually don't favor serrations, but in this case, the serrated edge compensates for the poor edge retention of H1.
If you're really concerned about losing it in the water you could easily attach a small amount of floatation via the lanyard hole and some high-vis cord!
AZNwannabe06 I thought the same thing, but then you got extra stuff bouncing around on your vest and Nutn already has so much on his vest.
Don't they make it with a yellow handle, like the folder Doodle has?
that blade shape on the aqua salt is just fantastic all around.
Yes, high vis scales would make it way better.
Lame you gotta put tape on a handle sorta thing.
Loving the story time bro. It helps me live vicariously through you :)
Hey nutnfancy would love to hear your feedback on the new sig romeo 4 !
could it also be used for field use?
I watch the Blade HQ video on Salt folders and they noticed it rusted right where they did the etching and the hardware. Looks like the same place yours rusted. Just curious after you cleaned the rust up did it continue to rust in that same spot or was it just rusting the etching off? Also I'm considering a knife for a combo tactical blade/bushcrafting blade. Do you think this fits the bill?
Nice Review of the Knife. Do you take PayPal for payments of your item's?
Do you have any videos on knife maintenance? What oil do you use?
Any thoughts on Froglube use for blades?
Nice video by the way.
Fabian Gonzalez-Cortes thanks for the info.
omg nutnfancy I gotta crash out... I'll watch five more minutes!
I know it might get in the way, but some cordage and a small float, like a bobber, would keep you blade afloat if you drop it overboard. Just an idea, live all you vids especially the adventure and knife vids. Thanks Nutn.
What's up NutN? Just got into knives. (thanks to you) I haven't purchased anything that would impress you. However my 9y/o son is VERY interested in the knife platform. Can you point a novice in the right direction, as to what would be a good first knife/1st edc knife for a 9y/o? (though he would not take it to school, of course) He is already dead set on being S.W.A.T. when he grows up. 👌 Thanks in advance.
can you do a review on the spyderco polestar please. I'm not sure wether I should save and buy it or not.
Review the proficient. That is the most comfortable handle on the market imho.
Big believer in the "murphy is always along for the ride" concept. That being said, did you know that humans are 20 times more likely to be killed by a cow than a shark? (seriously!) How do you think it will perform against bovine attacks?
Is it full tang?
The logo etching on the Salt series can rust...wipe that off properly and you'll find that it's just the logo etching that rusted. The actual blade of the knife itself won't rust however.
Are we gonna get a full catalog review??
give the inquiring minds what they want.... badass knife reviews
please do more KRVs!
Have seen knives pop out of sheaf underwater we have a spiral wire attached usually.
Always carry one when diving in the uk but have dived on holiday before now without a knife just have to trust the guides feels wrong though.
I know a commercial diver says the worst areas are Malaysian and he would not dive without a knife on one leg and a knife on each arm or a knife and line cutter.
But only because of all the trailing line in the water.
Looks a bit overkill though
Just remembered a story he was an Aussie and in their army he became a 'marksmen' so they present him with his 7.62 when he finishes his service.
Later he is out shooting Roos laying the rifle across the hood of his tricked up pickup truck has a lovely top dollar paint job as the roo jumps up down he adjusts his aim and boom.
Massive great groove across the hood.
that blade looks so cool!
Nutn can you review the RPR?
Nice knife.
Don't expect the H1 steel to get the job done for fine-carving/shaving/wood work etc. It's edge is not as sharp as other steels imo (I've owned the Aqua Salt D. Knife for over a year). It's edge do harden with use... and it can perform okay on basic tasks (card board cutting/ cutting tape etc.), but not as with ease as other steels.
The H1 is excellent for it's intended use: activities in or around water (due to less chance of rusting when compared to other steels). And the shape of the Aqua Salt D. Knife is great for stabbing fishes. One of my old coworker was a free-dive spear fishing fanatic, and he always carried his Aqua to his trips.
The most current model of the Aqua Salt D. Knife has the option to have the black coating on the blade. It's marketed as a Tactical-friendly knife (I can see the military personnels who go out onto seas often using this). As I mentioned before, the shape of the blade would suffice for tactical usage. Just don't expect the knife to perform like other steels when it comes to the sharpness of the blade.
might get one of these as a diving knife
so you saying you like yours better cos you want your sea blade to be black, and high vis?
Please Spyderco bring back the aquasalt satin yellow handle!!!!!
Good stuff Nutn, wouldn't mind seeing another backpacking vid. I love the firemaking stuff.
i like it. but i like that yellow color better. actually, i have a hawkbill ladybug in H1 and that color.
Nutn. More LBE reviews?! Any type. Tactical, Hiking, Auto.
I like the red tape wrap! Super visible and matches the zodiac!
So H1 or Lc200n?
You could use a live stream Nut'n. It's one of the new trends for TH-camrs needing money, and it gives the audience a chance to bombard you with questions.
'Fred Perrin rest his soul?' Did he pass away?
in the water for shark self defense I'd hands down go with the wasp injection knife
surely piecing the dry suit would fill it with more water??????
Love you Channel buddy been watching it you're very entertaining very professional
I have absolutely little to no use for this but I really want one LOL. Just like the snap it salt
Please tell me Fred's not passed over?
440, the Dane Cook of knife steels.
I didn't know they made kitchen knives, cool.
Would you please do more knife reviews? Especially tactical, and martial blades.
great looking knife. nice review. looks like a great multi purpose blade
From what I've heard the rust on H1 has something to do with the black laser engraving and not the actually steel. My H1 dragonfly rusted around the H1 logo also.
Would kill for some more knives in tuxedo coloration...*wink wink.*
I was once attacked by a 20 foot great white shark in South Africa and all I had on me was my Spyderco Dragonfly in H1(thank god). It did the job dispatching that nasty shark to ribbons but I would've been more comfortable with the Aqua Salt.
Adua Salt is my go to Hot Tub time machine knife.
Why do I need a water knife when I have my Glock Maritime Firing Pin Spring Cups?!
10mm is the best shark round BTW.
I look at the shark attack chances like this: Maybe less people are attacked by sharks then are struck by lightning. But virtually everyone attacked by a shark was in the ocean at the time, so I'd say being in the ocean greatly increases your odds.
If you could be attacked by a shark while golfing or working in a field, I bet shark attacks would go up quite a bit. And I would also guess that if carrying a knife would give people even a small chance to fight off lightning, I bet many would carry one...just in case. Certainly during a thunderstorm. So why not carry a knife while in the ocean...just in case.
Awesome! Keep the KRVs coming!!
Scandi grinds are in general....crap, they mean you have to hold your knife at an uncomfortable angle for slicing or fine work.