You know, the knife has some positive attributes: Good looking, excellent ergonomics, excellent quality, military usage, Italian style, premium brand. Like a Ferrari. Is it worth the price? no. But people still buy them, because people want to own something unique and top of the line. At the end of the day, when one buys any product, it is the emotional content that connects and makes the final decision. We humans are not fully rational people in a material sense.
Totally agree...talking about "the emotional content", every time I handle a knife like this Extrema Ratio, when I cherish its blade, I do feel shivers of pleasure!!!
Damn, I love it. It is highly unique, well secured in the hand with a lock. You can adjust the pressure for engaging the blade and can break glass with the hilt/handle. All of that without looking like a wilderness survival knife. I say go for it.
@@gagelink2457 It looks like mall ninja shit but it's actually very well built and serves a purpose: to stay in the hand without risks of slipping away, it's not the smoothest mechanism because it's reinforced to not break easily. Extrema Ratio knives are purely made for military applications and by that, it's not about cutting wood sticks in your backyard but taking out baddies out of the gene pool. It's made to kill if TH-cam allows me to say it. And several militaries already were issued some of their knives.
I like it and I see the wisdom of the design. I cannot justify the expense on my wages as a school bus driver but I can still admire it from a distance. I usually carry 2 or 4 knives, this would be the 1 does all knife. But in the real world it likely will be a safe queen or a collection display centerpiece. But thank you for reviewing it, and I hope you keep it for yourself, I just think you deserve it!
I have the Extrema Ratio Rao II, and are now going for the Extrema Ratio HF2D. If you get the chance to get the Rao II, then buy 2 if you can, cause if you loose one you could not live without it after gotten around to know it 😎👌
Extrema ratio silente is the best dagger you would ever want and don't need. Check out the Extrema Ratio Dobermann IV, Defenately a Jessika Killer... It chops and cuts. like no other knife at that size... It's a real beast!!!
Well, I purchased the ER T-Razor out of curiosity and because it had a low, discounted, sale price. Surprise: great design + fit & finish. I am very happy with ER!
Bohler-Uddeholm steel, recommended working hardness 58-60HRC. Similar to VG-10. Later, Aichi produced pretty much identical(with N690), ZA-18 steel, promoted to be better a performer than VG-10.
I love the knife. Im prob going to get one. Most of my knives are SOG upper end. You get what you pay for. I do not baton with any of my knives because after a period of time the handles gradually get lose. Any ways I want one. Im going to get one........Charles
I can only imagine how many critics you would be dealing with on a regular basis by the amount of justification you are giving to review a knife of 'your' choice on 'your' own channel.. I feel you brother.. I Salute your patience. Great review👍
I think you gents in the USA are lucky to be able to buy most knives at good prices . A Condor that you's would pay $40.00 would cost around $120.00 here in Australia . So you would expect a knife imported from Italy will cost more and you can see the quality .
Would love your country, if not for the foolish laws they have imposed on you guys, mainly the gun laws, if ever a man needed weapons it would seem to me you guys would,
its a cool knife, but put it against the sr1 and its no comparison! i had a few extrema ratio knives. sold em all. they feel really nice in hand but its just waaaaaaaay overpriced! buy a cold steel recon 1 for 1/3 of the price ( half the price of the mf2 in europe ). and i feel confident that the cold steel recon 1 is gonna be better in doing ANYTHING!
Sure it can outperform cold steel. Just like any cheapest axe can also outperform the indestructible foldable sr1 in cutting wood. It outperforms in style, quality, fame, and other aspects. A good-enough lock is good enough. If you use your knife as intended, it will last a lifetime. If you abuse it, it will be ruined. Depends how you use it, isn't it? Do you want to fix tank tracks with Cold Steel? no. Do you want to baton with this? no.
Extrema Ratio has always felt like the slightly more "out there" and expensive brother of Fox Knives Military Division (another Italian mfg.). I have FKMD's Parang in Bohler N690 Co and love it. Great steel, imho.
Excellent review. I own at present, 6 Exterma Ratios'. I stumbled onto my first quite by accident at an estate sale. And now I'm hooked. I have an MF2 encounter as I write this. I have to save to buy them. It's worth it. Once you own one you'll know. I own 200+knives presently. Peace.
The lock is very much like the CRKT Liner Safety lock from a decade ago, I do not see the point if your liner is sturdy enough. I like the lockable pivot tightness too. The price, mid tech range, not a shocker as a collectable, too high for a user. Aluminum frames regardless of coating scratches as the metal is soft and the manufacturers know this (kills the secondary market). Put an aluminum knife in a pocket with keys, ooops. It is a cool looking knife. Thank you for showing this innovative design.
Boehler n690 is easily the best blade steel out there. There’s a reason it’s used in most military issue weapons, extrema makes their knives for special forces, not really designed for civilian use. Most of their knives are meant to actually kill someone not cut paper all day long like most people. N690 is the best because it holds a wicked edge, edge retention is awesome, yet it can be sharpened easily with basic tools. The steel is resilient and hardy yet just soft enough for hard use so blades don’t chip. IT IS the ultimate blade steel. Any TH-camr that tells you elmax or s35v or any of those crazy steels that weren’t made for knives are complete idiots and never intend on actually using a knife.
No I think you are wrong. S35VN, M390, S90VN, these steels are not made just for knives you know, it's not like the knife making industry on its own is that profitable for steel makers. It's also used in industrial applications. If you think that CPM steel makers just think about selling ingots to knive makers, you are wrong on so many levels. But N690 and its subvariants are also seen in kitchen knives because it's easy to sharpen and maintain, yet quite versatile, corrosion resistant and so on. And turns out, in military applications, this is pretty logical choice even if you see 1095 being still commonplace with Esee knives that various combattants use. Many military knives if not Sandvik 14C28N emphasize on corrosion resistance, decent edge retention and overall pretty reliable without being too expensive.
bohler n690 has a lot of cobalt added to it, it has good edge retention but its better for a folder than a fixed blade as its not very tough....in my opinion!!!
Love their knives and the fit and finish of their knives is awesome. But i think they should upgrade their steels for the money they ask.. but besides the prices i love their basic folders a lot! I like my BF2 alot.
I think it's an interesting concept that needs more refinement. Too many protruding areas to catch on clothing. The lock looks like it could hurt your thumb. Reminds me of Medford Knives a bit based on price and meaty design.
Overpriced knife with a European equivalent of CPM 154 . Cold Steel eats these up in cutting performance and strength all day long. Novelty item only. Thanks for video
My honest opinion is this while its an interesting design and it seems according to your review that it functions well for $380 I would expect the handle to be made out of titanium not aluminum. Most higher end folders use titanium or carbon fiber they generally use aluminum for the spacers not for the handle.
Glad you reviewed this Chris because I think they take alot of pride in what they make. I mean I think it's pretty tuff. Thanks for the video. All the best
I remember the first time I came across this brand years ago and have always wanted one, recently i have found counterfeits online, and I think im gonna get one. All I cut are cardboard boxes for recycling day and the odd thing around the house. I dont need an actual italian military knife to break down cardboard. I will spend 30 bucks on ebay for a copy tho.
ER built their reputation that some special forces are using it. I 'm very curious on their handle design. It's not the usual 'coke bottle' or 'finger grove' handle. They said it got help with some university study. I'm surprise American knife makers are not trying out the handle design. They also do lots of test to destruction. Cold Steel does that, with a lower price tag.
Cool looking knife. People shouldnt get there panties in a twist on the price. Different needs,wants,and budget for everyone. Nice to see new products.
love your videos especially love lighters reviews and br knives :) good luck and keep that good job.. i bought exotac titanlight i see it first on your video and i love it.. ofcourse it have overfill issues but it is a very good lighter if you know how to use it safely ;)
When you go back to Extrema Ratio, you should look at the Mamba, it is a fixed blade for 150€ here in Europe and it is really slim so it does not bother you at all when you take it with you.
I collect high end knives so spending 4 or 500 on a good quality knife doesn't bother me but n690 is like vg10 in my experience that's just not worth it to me but like you always say it's just subjective. Great video
Ive been known to buy a few pricey knives , but that piece sticking out of the middle of the handle not a big fan of that..........I have the ER Shrapnel ,, , cool knife
For a knife at that cost . An for the use they are going for. It should have a Emerson wave feature. It is really nice but it is an over priced fox knife. An what’s with the bow drill divot.
Shit damn near nobody reverse grips a pocket knife. I work with knives everyday and have had many jobs where I made my living or preserved my life with my knives and can honestly say that there's literally almost never a time where a reverse grip is needed. Certain martial arts need a reverse grip, but it's mostly Hollywood.
That is a cool knife! Love the adjustments an locks! Makes it kid safe, that is pretty cool feature, more knives should do that! I'm forever laying my knives on my table.
@@nevillesavage2012 it seems to me that u are confused first you say CS is safe because no one can open it (women and children) then you say it opens easily Take a break Ken!! however cold steel is ok if you want waste ur money away I know because I had the 4max scout go see the videos of dutch bushcraft knives there are tons of better and cheaper knives your money is your money bro COGL1!
@@primateproductionisverysma2253 Whatever. Learn about knives Yourself. If You want to crap on somebody else's opinions that comes from true use and ownership You should find a new hobby. Maybe cooking videos or political videos would be more up Your Alley (A-Hole)
Criss I would never buy a 380 dollar folder but its cool to see one and what you think of it, so the people who bitch about it should stop and think about it that way
Great review mr. Tanner. I personally would not pay $380 for that knife as it is not to my taste. I have though paid an exorbitant amount of money for my cold steel 4 Max. Living in Canada unfortunately means I pay from 50 to 75% more for anything made in America. That being said my 4 Max is worth every penny paid. It is my blade of choice for everything from camping 2 frightening the sheeple as I cut a bagel LOL take care awesome Channel as always. I would love 2 hear your expert opinion of a 4 Max
I don't have a favorite knife channel, but I love a quality blade. Italians are excessively flashy.... But damn sure is sexy. I wouldn't consider that beast a EDC. That was built and designed to dish out a world of hurt to whoever is in the other side of that blade. Sharp you say? They exude attitute, and raw sex appeal. Quasi- Art, if you will. There are some who would pay more for them if they had to. Im one. It's the best thing going today.....Whooooo!!!
I'd sooner pay 380.00 for a zt or Chris reeves. But Mr. Chris Tanner. Nice review sir. Love your insights and input. Would you do a video on sharpening, techniques
N690 is VERY close to 440C (I would say more then 99%), ER is producing very expensive knives made generaly only of N690 (there can be exceptions). They have got great designs (military/agresive) and sheats with average steel, but I personaly wouldn´t buy any of their folders. To the knife. Price and generaly the linerlock keeps me away from the knife. My tests shows, that linerlocks doesn´t have problem to move beck (and let the blade close) but go to the other side, they simply bend. In my eyes good only for light using small and cheap folders. If folder for a good price, then CS:-) Thanks for the video. FM
Could you do a vid of a woody handmade knife, also do you ever buy anything on Arizona custom knives because they have some beautiful knives from different makers. As always love the content and the vids.
I had to laugh when I saw the thumbnail: Chris holding an ER. People either love or hate Extrema Ratio. Wish they sent you a fixed blade to review though. Either a Doberman, Selvans or Ontos would have been better knife for you to review for the outdoors. But thanks for going outside of your normal comfort zone in presenting this folder.
Chris. Love your channel always entertaining and informative. But if your going to review a 380 dollar knife take 5 minutes to read up on warranty and steel please. I look to you for info on knives and what you tell us helps us decide of we want a closer look. Thank you
To me aluminum scaled knives over $100 are all but a joke. Cheap material with low strength. Should be carbon fiber over titanium at that price. Seems a rip off compared to my Spyderco Mamba
Could I see myself spending that much on a folder? Yes. Bot not on that one. I'd want a better lock, better blade centering, and a finger choil at the least. A different handle material would also be a better selling point.
Thx for the video. No I wouldn't pay that amount but I like watching videos on these kind of knives. There have been some knives on ur channel that are out of my price range but enjoyed watching. U do a wide range of knives & prices. Thanks for the video
that there is a pocket folding fix blade capable of stopping the Alien covident during first contact at harvest (Halo lore) I like the length of the blade shape and idea but holy shit $380 for just a few more hundred I could invest in a new Springfield XDM or sig p320. if I wont buy a 100 dollar folder why would I ever in my life consider that. its a great looking blade yes and thank u Chris for the review, it adds some different content knife wise but u are right most of use are going to say no to this blade and continue on what we like and know
Appears priced for tactical teams spending other people's money. That said, the longevity of the flipper with capability to be set at correct tension over the life of the folder actually brings the cost more in line since replacement due to lost tension is significantly delayed.
hi chris, heres a link to the pronounciation. www.rightpronunciation.com/languages/latin/extrema-ratio-5777.asp Thank you for introducing a knife that is not American. Regardless of whether its good or not, its nice to know that theres a world of knives out there and it great to see them.
That’s a lot for a folder or a tool as I see a knife as a tool. But I like that knife if I had cash maybe I would buy it. I’m on disability I’ll never own a 350$ blade
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You know, the knife has some positive attributes: Good looking, excellent ergonomics, excellent quality, military usage, Italian style, premium brand. Like a Ferrari. Is it worth the price? no. But people still buy them, because people want to own something unique and top of the line. At the end of the day, when one buys any product, it is the emotional content that connects and makes the final decision. We humans are not fully rational people in a material sense.
Totally agree...talking about "the emotional content", every time I handle a knife like this Extrema Ratio, when I cherish its blade, I do feel shivers of pleasure!!!
I feel like if it were actually intended for military use, it would have fewer bells and whistles and cost a lot less
@@gobot90 Military collectors?
Damn, I love it. It is highly unique, well secured in the hand with a lock. You can adjust the pressure for engaging the blade and can break glass with the hilt/handle. All of that without looking like a wilderness survival knife. I say go for it.
Bro it literally looks like mall ninja garbage
@@gagelink2457 It looks like mall ninja shit but it's actually very well built and serves a purpose: to stay in the hand without risks of slipping away, it's not the smoothest mechanism because it's reinforced to not break easily. Extrema Ratio knives are purely made for military applications and by that, it's not about cutting wood sticks in your backyard but taking out baddies out of the gene pool. It's made to kill if TH-cam allows me to say it. And several militaries already were issued some of their knives.
I like it and I see the wisdom of the design. I cannot justify the expense on my wages as a school bus driver but I can still admire it from a distance. I usually carry 2 or 4 knives, this would be the 1 does all knife. But in the real world it likely will be a safe queen or a collection display centerpiece. But thank you for reviewing it, and I hope you keep it for yourself, I just think you deserve it!
I have the Extrema Ratio Rao II, and are now going for the Extrema Ratio HF2D. If you get the chance to get the Rao II, then buy 2 if you can, cause if you loose one you could not live without it after gotten around to know it 😎👌
Extrema ratio silente is the best dagger you would ever want and don't need. Check out the Extrema Ratio Dobermann IV, Defenately a Jessika Killer... It chops and cuts. like no other knife at that size... It's a real beast!!!
Well, I purchased the ER T-Razor out of curiosity and because it had a low, discounted, sale price. Surprise: great design + fit & finish. I am very happy with ER!
Me too
Where I usually buy my knifes, pricing is:
MF0 USD 322
MF1 USD 336
MF2 USD 391
MF3 USD 417
Bohler-Uddeholm steel, recommended working hardness 58-60HRC. Similar to VG-10. Later, Aichi produced pretty much identical(with N690), ZA-18 steel, promoted to be better a performer than VG-10.
I love the knife. Im prob going to get one. Most of my knives are SOG upper end. You get what you pay for. I do not baton with any of my knives because after a period of time the handles gradually get lose. Any ways I want one. Im going to get one........Charles
I can only imagine how many critics you would be dealing with on a regular basis by the amount of justification you are giving to review a knife of 'your' choice on 'your' own channel..
I feel you brother..
I Salute your patience.
Great review👍
I think you gents in the USA are lucky to be able to buy most knives at good prices . A Condor that you's would pay $40.00 would cost around $120.00 here in Australia . So you would expect a knife imported from Italy will cost more and you can see the quality .
Would love your country, if not for the foolish laws they have imposed on you guys, mainly the gun laws, if ever a man needed weapons it would seem to me you guys would,
I SAW A HARDCORE HARDWARE AUSTRALIAN KNIFE FOR $120 DOLLARS IN AUSTRALIA, SAME KNIFE AT EBAY $20 DOLLARS.
For $380 can it out perform a Cold Steel folder at the same price? I'd like to see that video
its a cool knife, but put it against the sr1 and its no comparison! i had a few extrema ratio knives. sold em all.
they feel really nice in hand but its just waaaaaaaay overpriced! buy a cold steel recon 1 for 1/3 of the price ( half the price of the mf2 in europe ).
and i feel confident that the cold steel recon 1 is gonna be better in doing ANYTHING!
Dutch Bushcraft Knives did that video. The answer is no. The SRK ate it up.
Its already missing a screw
lol there are comparison videos on the internet of cs vs this shit, this shit is overpriced dummies
Sure it can outperform cold steel. Just like any cheapest axe can also outperform the indestructible foldable sr1 in cutting wood. It outperforms in style, quality, fame, and other aspects. A good-enough lock is good enough. If you use your knife as intended, it will last a lifetime. If you abuse it, it will be ruined. Depends how you use it, isn't it? Do you want to fix tank tracks with Cold Steel? no. Do you want to baton with this? no.
Extrema Ratio has always felt like the slightly more "out there" and expensive brother of Fox Knives Military Division (another Italian mfg.). I have FKMD's Parang in Bohler N690 Co and love it. Great steel, imho.
Excellent review. I own at present, 6 Exterma Ratios'. I stumbled onto my first quite by accident at an estate sale. And now I'm hooked. I have an MF2 encounter as I write this. I have to save to buy them. It's worth it. Once you own one you'll know. I own 200+knives presently. Peace.
The lock is very much like the CRKT Liner Safety lock from a decade ago, I do not see the point if your liner is sturdy enough. I like the lockable pivot tightness too. The price, mid tech range, not a shocker as a collectable, too high for a user. Aluminum frames regardless of coating scratches as the metal is soft and the manufacturers know this (kills the secondary market). Put an aluminum knife in a pocket with keys, ooops. It is a cool looking knife. Thank you for showing this innovative design.
Boehler n690 is easily the best blade steel out there. There’s a reason it’s used in most military issue weapons, extrema makes their knives for special forces, not really designed for civilian use. Most of their knives are meant to actually kill someone not cut paper all day long like most people. N690 is the best because it holds a wicked edge, edge retention is awesome, yet it can be sharpened easily with basic tools. The steel is resilient and hardy yet just soft enough for hard use so blades don’t chip. IT IS the ultimate blade steel. Any TH-camr that tells you elmax or s35v or any of those crazy steels that weren’t made for knives are complete idiots and never intend on actually using a knife.
No I think you are wrong. S35VN, M390, S90VN, these steels are not made just for knives you know, it's not like the knife making industry on its own is that profitable for steel makers. It's also used in industrial applications. If you think that CPM steel makers just think about selling ingots to knive makers, you are wrong on so many levels. But N690 and its subvariants are also seen in kitchen knives because it's easy to sharpen and maintain, yet quite versatile, corrosion resistant and so on. And turns out, in military applications, this is pretty logical choice even if you see 1095 being still commonplace with Esee knives that various combattants use. Many military knives if not Sandvik 14C28N emphasize on corrosion resistance, decent edge retention and overall pretty reliable without being too expensive.
I have some of their knives and love them all if your use to paying that price for knives it's not a big deal
bohler n690 has a lot of cobalt added to it, it has good edge retention but its better for a folder than a fixed blade as its not very tough....in my opinion!!!
Awesome, Chris. do they come in 6 packs?
Love their knives and the fit and finish of their knives is awesome. But i think they should upgrade their steels for the money they ask.. but besides the prices i love their basic folders a lot! I like my BF2 alot.
I love the company. Overpriced IMHO. Great steel Bohler N690. But love their Kukri. I just got the Cold Steel SR1. Perfect for me.
ER is garbage! I have two of their blade, foxknives is 1/3 of ER price and the same quality and better, stay away from ER
I think it's an interesting concept that needs more refinement. Too many protruding areas to catch on clothing. The lock looks like it could hurt your thumb. Reminds me of Medford Knives a bit based on price and meaty design.
An amazing knife by a really good brand
Overpriced knife with a European equivalent of CPM 154 . Cold Steel eats these up in cutting performance and strength all day long. Novelty item only. Thanks for video
Non powder steel closer to 154cm but with very different chemistries. Closer to vg10 with added edge retention
nowhere near cpm 154....vg10 yess
I'd take cpm154 over N690 anyday! 154cm on the other hand, bout the same performance between N690, 154cm, and VG10, from my personal experience.
Richard Davis triad lock... don’t need to worry about your hand keeping the lock closed 🖐🏻🤣
i dont own any er folders, but i own their contact c and a requiem. couldnt have asked for a better couple knives.
My honest opinion is this while its an interesting design and it seems according to your review that it functions well for $380 I would expect the handle to be made out of titanium not aluminum. Most higher end folders use titanium or carbon fiber they generally use aluminum for the spacers not for the handle.
Glad you reviewed this Chris because I think they take alot of pride in what they make. I mean I think it's pretty tuff. Thanks for the video. All the best
I remember the first time I came across this brand years ago and have always wanted one, recently i have found counterfeits online, and I think im gonna get one. All I cut are cardboard boxes for recycling day and the odd thing around the house. I dont need an actual italian military knife to break down cardboard. I will spend 30 bucks on ebay for a copy tho.
ER built their reputation that some special forces are using it. I 'm very curious on their handle design. It's not the usual 'coke bottle' or 'finger grove' handle. They said it got help with some university study. I'm surprise American knife makers are not trying out the handle design. They also do lots of test to destruction. Cold Steel does that, with a lower price tag.
Cool looking knife. People shouldnt get there panties in a twist on the price. Different needs,wants,and budget for everyone. Nice to see new products.
Great giveaway Chris👍👍 I’m in 😎👏
I'm really liking these knives. Thanks for the review
It looks just WICKED BAD ASS BUT... Will it take a beating? I just looked on eBay & found some going for only like $40...
I really like that knife
For that price I can get a mossberg 590 and a bayonet and possibly some ammo
I like alot of Italian knives. This one mmmmmeh. Have you ever reviewed any Fox Knives from Italy. Not nearly as pricey...& oh sho shexy.
just got it in around 300, that's a cool knife.
Hey man I’m glad you do these expensive reviews too because contrast and comparisons matter
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Ñ j you have two dads you fuckin moron
love your videos especially love lighters reviews and br knives :) good luck and keep that good job.. i bought exotac titanlight i see it first on your video and i love it.. ofcourse it have overfill issues but it is a very good lighter if you know how to use it safely ;)
How strong do you find the lock to be? Is there be any activity that you would be concerned about it closing on your fingers?
When you go back to Extrema Ratio, you should look at the Mamba, it is a fixed blade for 150€ here in Europe and it is really slim so it does not bother you at all when you take it with you.
Good review! If I wanted it I’d pay the price. From a tactical POV I’d pick Bradford over this.
If I bought that the "News Headlines" would read, "Wife stabs husband with $600 dollar pocket knife". "LOL" 🤣🤣🤣
Hey not my style. But Chris I really appreciate you reviewing stuff that’s out of the box for your channel. Love your content.
I collect high end knives so spending 4 or 500 on a good quality knife doesn't bother me but n690 is like vg10 in my experience that's just not worth it to me but like you always say it's just subjective. Great video
Heat treatment matters more than steel itself. A well heat treated n690 will be better than poorly treated magnacut
Didn't you get an Emerson karambit way back in the early days? I may be mistaken though
Chris a little off topic but hows Will doing?
Dude I didn’t know something was wrong with will??
Ive been known to buy a few pricey knives , but that piece sticking out of the middle of the handle not a big fan of that..........I have the ER Shrapnel ,, , cool knife
For a knife at that cost . An for the use they are going for. It should have a Emerson wave feature. It is really nice but it is an over priced fox knife. An what’s with the bow drill divot.
Excellent review as always. Beautiful knife. It cost what it cost, quality and style.
$380 isnt extreme for a good folder, but imo it is extreme for N690!! Fit and finish dont seem to be there either!
Thanks for taking the time to review it, with that said a reverse grip would at the very least uncomfortable 🤓
Shit damn near nobody reverse grips a pocket knife. I work with knives everyday and have had many jobs where I made my living or preserved my life with my knives and can honestly say that there's literally almost never a time where a reverse grip is needed. Certain martial arts need a reverse grip, but it's mostly Hollywood.
That is a cool knife! Love the adjustments an locks! Makes it kid safe, that is pretty cool feature, more knives should do that! I'm forever laying my knives on my table.
No child and most women cannot close(or open) my Cold Steel SR1. Definitely a safe choice
@@nevillesavage2012 bc Cold Steel sucks bro !
@@primateproductionisverysma2253I take back what I posted. It took alot of use. Now it opens easily. So Please RELAX KAREN :)
@@nevillesavage2012 it seems to me that u are confused
first you say CS is safe because no one can open it (women and children)
then you say it opens easily
Take a break Ken!!
however cold steel is ok if you want waste ur money away
I know because I had the 4max scout
go see the videos of dutch bushcraft knives there are tons of better and cheaper knives
your money is your money bro
COGL1!
@@primateproductionisverysma2253 Whatever. Learn about knives Yourself. If You want to crap on somebody else's opinions that comes from true use and ownership You should find a new hobby. Maybe cooking videos or political videos would be more up Your Alley (A-Hole)
It’s all style
Criss I would never buy a 380 dollar folder but its cool to see one and what you think of it, so the people who bitch about it should stop and think about it that way
Great review mr. Tanner. I personally would not pay $380 for that knife as it is not to my taste. I have though paid an exorbitant amount of money for my cold steel 4 Max. Living in Canada unfortunately means I pay from 50 to 75% more for anything made in America. That being said my 4 Max is worth every penny paid. It is my blade of choice for everything from camping 2 frightening the sheeple as I cut a bagel LOL take care awesome Channel as always. I would love 2 hear your expert opinion of a 4 Max
I don't have a favorite knife channel, but I love a quality blade. Italians are excessively flashy.... But damn sure is sexy. I wouldn't consider that beast a EDC. That was built and designed to dish out a world of hurt to whoever is in the other side of that blade. Sharp you say? They exude attitute, and raw sex appeal. Quasi- Art, if you will. There are some who would pay more for them if they had to. Im one. It's the best thing going today.....Whooooo!!!
Its like looking at a Lamborghini i cant arrord it but i still enjoy looking
i owned an extrema ratio for a couple of years but it sat on a shelf until i sold it....won it in an auction for 60.00 and sold it for 250.00
...the locking screw is reminiscent of the way Mauser locked screws on it 98 Mausers
Chris is that intended to be a Bow Drill Divot on each side ? Stay Safe !
Cool knife.....and it has a bow drill divot for tactical bushcraft! I’ll stay with my PM 2. Thanks for showing something different
Wow, for about $100 less (for their best knife) than that I can get a Raven Crest Tactical OTF custom made, made in USA w/lifetime warranty!
I'd sooner pay 380.00 for a zt or Chris reeves. But Mr. Chris Tanner. Nice review sir. Love your insights and input. Would you do a video on sharpening, techniques
A friend from the army gave me this when I left the unit... I didn't know how much it costs till now 😳
Thanks for your perspective. Did I hear Halo review in the future?
Wow! Whoa!
N690 is VERY close to 440C (I would say more then 99%), ER is producing very expensive knives made generaly only of N690 (there can be exceptions). They have got great designs (military/agresive) and sheats with average steel, but I personaly wouldn´t buy any of their folders. To the knife. Price and generaly the linerlock keeps me away from the knife. My tests shows, that linerlocks doesn´t have problem to move beck (and let the blade close) but go to the other side, they simply bend. In my eyes good only for light using small and cheap folders. If folder for a good price, then CS:-) Thanks for the video. FM
Would be interesting to compare fit and finish, smoothness and design to USA folders, i.e Zero Tolerance.
Could you do a vid of a woody handmade knife, also do you ever buy anything on Arizona custom knives because they have some beautiful knives from different makers. As always love the content and the vids.
don't see that much material in the cost. Would like to see it in the 100 to 125 range.
The MoFo-2
I had to laugh when I saw the thumbnail: Chris holding an ER. People either love or hate Extrema Ratio. Wish they sent you a fixed blade to review though. Either a Doberman, Selvans or Ontos would have been better knife for you to review for the outdoors. But thanks for going outside of your normal comfort zone in presenting this folder.
Extrema ratio vs browning, whats your choise sir..??
ZT everytime! and at a fraction of price! ✌
I sure like large folders, and that MF2 is certainly space warrior ready! The blade seems to be riding off-center though.
Duuuuude .u forgot to do the baton test. Gotta see how well it chops and splits logs .
Its a solid knife, i like it and great video
Sick I need that take my money lol
Chris. Love your channel always entertaining and informative. But if your going to review a 380 dollar knife take 5 minutes to read up on warranty and steel please. I look to you for info on knives and what you tell us helps us decide of we want a closer look. Thank you
To me aluminum scaled knives over $100 are all but a joke. Cheap material with low strength. Should be carbon fiber over titanium at that price. Seems a rip off compared to my Spyderco Mamba
Could I see myself spending that much on a folder? Yes. Bot not on that one. I'd want a better lock, better blade centering, and a finger choil at the least. A different handle material would also be a better selling point.
you mean like.... a better knife?🤣
It's not the price tag that's bothers me, it's because it looks like a flea market knife. Add some zombie green scales while you're at it.
Thx for the video. No I wouldn't pay that amount but I like watching videos on these kind of knives. There have been some knives on ur channel that are out of my price range but enjoyed watching. U do a wide range of knives & prices. Thanks for the video
Whoa! I mean--Whoa! It looks nice and I could see using one... Yeah, nice.
that there is a pocket folding fix blade capable of stopping the Alien covident during first contact at harvest (Halo lore) I like the length of the blade shape and idea but holy shit $380 for just a few more hundred I could invest in a new Springfield XDM or sig p320. if I wont buy a 100 dollar folder why would I ever in my life consider that. its a great looking blade yes and thank u Chris for the review, it adds some different content knife wise but u are right most of use are going to say no to this blade and continue on what we like and know
Thing looks like a grasshopper when closed. It's still cool though
For 380 bucks a knife should be perfect but this isn’t quite that. It doesn’t mean I don’t like it though.
can get a $250 taurus handgun on Craigslist.
Or 108 bags of Doritos when they aren't on sale.
Good one for shure
It's just so silly, but thank you for the entertainment.
Half the price ok. Otherwise naaa , don’t despise the day of other things. It was nice to see it though thanks again.
Appears priced for tactical teams spending other people's money. That said, the longevity of the flipper with capability to be set at correct tension over the life of the folder actually brings the cost more in line since replacement due to lost tension is significantly delayed.
hi chris, heres a link to the pronounciation.
www.rightpronunciation.com/languages/latin/extrema-ratio-5777.asp
Thank you for introducing a knife that is not American. Regardless of whether its good or not, its nice to know that theres a world of knives out there and it great to see them.
Pass. Thanks for the review.
Great knife. If someone has the cash to buy it...go for it or save up for it.
I'm in, even tho it looks goofy and expensive as faq! I got tons of cheap knives on my "gotta get" list that could take care of....
Best Damn Geek channel on you/tube . Thanks Mon
I just can't see going over $40 on a folder, I lose them too easily. 😉😁👍👍
Same reason I buy Mora fixed knives. You’ll find them all over the wilderness where I left them.
good review. sweet knife!
That’s a lot for a folder or a tool as I see a knife as a tool. But I like that knife if I had cash maybe I would buy it. I’m on disability I’ll never own a 350$ blade