Thank god! I hope more makers latch on to this. I hate when my fingers feel cramped between the guard and a swell at the pommel or when my pinky is has nothing to hold on to. I typically don't find myself wishing for a longer blade but pass on many interesting knives because of inadequate handle length. This is particularly true of folders. IMHO, any type of wood processing requires a full, four-finger grip. I suppose handle length is less of an issue for box opening and game processing but honestly I can use a car key for boxes and I process a LOT more firewood than game.
Thanks for the review, I wish more knife makers were hip to this idea. I love smaller belt knives but hate the compromised handles. My top pics (and personal rotation) for small idc fixed blade are the Essee Xancudo fixed, Lionsteel M4, Bradford 3.5, WhiteRiver M1 Backpacker AND LT Wright Next Gen. Cheers.
Geez. I played MechWarrior/Battletech when it was a turn-based quasi-RPG game, but not the console/PC version. I hadn't even thought of it in years. Like an AC20 blast from the past. 😄 Zeke does great work. I have a couple WTGs and they take a beating well and keep on working tuff. Thanks for the look and be well, Aaron.
Hi Aaron . Although a very different knife and sheath , I believe the Steel Will 315 roamer would be a good " budget " alternative to this knife. I have the 315 and the handle is very pleasant. I have you and DBad ( Donnie B ALL Day ) to thank for bringing Steel Will fixed blades to my attention . Thanks for another great review . Thanks
This looks very nice with decently thin blade stock. I wish they would offer a version in 14C28N. By the way, the handle scales are common across a number of models (Tayal, Mini-Tayal, Uni-Hart, RedWold, and Timber Wolf), and they offer alternate handle scales.
Great video as always. Really intriguing blade. Also wanted to thank Aaron for tipping me off on the now discontinued Maxpedition line. I was able to get one crazy cheap, and I'm loving it. I'd never be able to afford a Mad dog blade, but I guess it's really the next best thing!
It's not unusual to get a full handle, it's normal. What is not normal is knife manufacturers making knife handles to small. I have small hands and you cannot get full range of grips on alot of knives. Saying your pinky finger hangs over the end of a handle is bloody pointless. This looks like a proper knife. Looks like my esee 4 clip point with a full handle! Thanks for showing. I am trying to find a UK dealer. That is a tidy sheath to go with it. A loop of para cord on it to use as a belt loop, for inside waist band carry. I want one!
How is the balance with most of the steel in the handle? The blade height seems too high. So, you end up at a tip with a very large angle that is a bit more difficult to use. They could have shortened it and dropped the flat saber part to give you a more centered to the handle edge. Also, drop about $50 from the price to get any interest from me for a 1095 type blade.
I like good sized handles on fixed blades and pocket knives. There's a lot of pocket knives I'd like better if the handles weren't so thin. It seems there's more people that like those really thin pocket knives so that's how most are made.
None of the links, except for the actual Work Tuff link, took me to anywhere I can find this knife, or even Work Tuff in general. Am I missing something?
The work Tuff Your website is the only one that seems to be caring it right now. They are often on Amazon but I’m not seeing any as of today. If you are wanting one would go to their site first.
I love everything about this blade, except the steel. I mean, it's good high carbon steel, and it's extremely well done, but I want a knife with these specs from Work Tuff in a decent stainless steel. This exact same knife in S35VN would be spectacular!
@@st-buttzooka I thought about that very thing. I also thought, "I keep begging Work Tuff to do some stainless options." This is episode fiddy-lebben of that discussion.
I really like a lot of WTG designs, however, I think they're getting just a bit greedy with their pricing as of late. While it's a bit longer and uses different material, the Steel Will Roamer R315 is going for just over $50 on Amazon, and is designed for the same types of tasks as the Timber Wolf. Only problem is, it's made in China.
Dig the knife! Man, Mechwarrior used to be everything! My favorite thing to pilot was a Shadow Cat. Pump up that engine size, run a MASC and double jump jets and run circles around fools!
I love my work tuff ive tried everything to break it and it seems to just amaze me. its a batoning beast. Worth every penny and personally like them better than Esse or even tops Victor is a awesome guy and doing big things with cool bad ass designers.. A+ for WT
I played the crap outa mech warrior on my PS1 I never beat that game. My PS1 broke. Got a PS3. Still have my PS1 memory cards full of games.somewhere Love Work Tuff Knives. Getting the Puzon as soon as it’s available.
Vic lives in his native of Taiwan they are produced in Taiwan and then shipped here. You’ll just have to go to their site to check if they’re shipped to you
The point of a bigger handle is for chopping so on a edc 3-4 inch blade, it's as pointless as a neck knife. The Becker Harpoon which I just scored onsale for $69 at SMKW . It's a way better deal.. even at it's regular price point.
@@Matthew_Australia No ! I'm always right ! 🤣 Just messing around.. I like big handles , Ive made many bushcraft puukkos that way but I'd rather have a palm filling grip than an extra inch of real-estate. It's all taste I guess, the knife world is loaded full of options and one of them that's rare is EDC fix blades with doable handles. Makers seem to think we all got midget digits.
Just tried to WTG website link took me right over. I discovered they’re not available on Amazon at the moment so the WTG website is only place to get them. They might be available at some point in the future on Amazon but not sure.
@@gideonstactical Love the videos, also love knives but never on my radar searching for new blades. Your videos help find what I mite be interested in.
Too big for my EDC,only fixed blades I EDC is my Bradford Guardian 3 and my ESEE Izula..I love my S35VN ESEE 3 but even it is bigger than anything I want to EDC
@@gideonstactical Esee are already slowly phasing out their flat handles. Thicker handle for your large hands sounds good for you but it will leave the others who have medium or small hands behind. Also visually, the handle may look longer but the practical handle length are about the same after factoring away the length of the guard and pommel.
I don’t disagree that it is on the high side for the materials But if you’ve never had a work Tuff gear Knife the fit and finish and performance is extremely good.
Thank god! I hope more makers latch on to this. I hate when my fingers feel cramped between the guard and a swell at the pommel or when my pinky is has nothing to hold on to. I typically don't find myself wishing for a longer blade but pass on many interesting knives because of inadequate handle length. This is particularly true of folders. IMHO, any type of wood processing requires a full, four-finger grip. I suppose handle length is less of an issue for box opening and game processing but honestly I can use a car key for boxes and I process a LOT more firewood than game.
Timberwolf was my favorite mech! I loved that game. The jet pack mechs were cool too.
Thanks for the review, I wish more knife makers were hip to this idea. I love smaller belt knives but hate the compromised handles. My top pics (and personal rotation) for small idc fixed blade are the Essee Xancudo fixed, Lionsteel M4, Bradford 3.5, WhiteRiver M1 Backpacker AND LT Wright Next Gen. Cheers.
Geez. I played MechWarrior/Battletech when it was a turn-based quasi-RPG game, but not the console/PC version. I hadn't even thought of it in years. Like an AC20 blast from the past. 😄 Zeke does great work. I have a couple WTGs and they take a beating well and keep on working tuff. Thanks for the look and be well, Aaron.
Timberwolf was a boss mech but the Zeus was my go to. Another favorite was the bombardier mech. Love the video
Hi Aaron . Although a very different knife and sheath , I believe the Steel Will 315 roamer would be a good " budget " alternative to this knife. I have the 315 and the handle is very pleasant. I have you and DBad ( Donnie B ALL Day ) to thank for bringing Steel Will fixed blades to my attention . Thanks for another great review . Thanks
Nice initial review. Thanks for showing us. Take care.
This looks very nice with decently thin blade stock. I wish they would offer a version in 14C28N. By the way, the handle scales are common across a number of models (Tayal, Mini-Tayal, Uni-Hart, RedWold, and Timber Wolf), and they offer alternate handle scales.
I like it, I can’t get over how much I dig that handle. Thanks Aaron enjoy your day
It’s really good
NICE Mechwarrior reference. Killer box art. Coolest looking mech in the game. Really caught my imagination as a kid.
And oh yeah, good knife 😁
Great review, spot on with the handle discussion. Cool knife 🔪
Looks perfect for my size XL ham hands!
Great video as always. Really intriguing blade. Also wanted to thank Aaron for tipping me off on the now discontinued Maxpedition line. I was able to get one crazy cheap, and I'm loving it. I'd never be able to afford a Mad dog blade, but I guess it's really the next best thing!
Great review. I own the ESEE 4 and the handle is too small for me. The longer handle on the Timber Wolf is definitely a huge plus.
Kinda reminds me of the Bark River North Country Edc with obviously a much bigger handle.
The Red Wolf looks to be a better balanced looking knife with a 5" blade to match the 5" handle
I have that in rotation and plan on doing a video soon.
Hmmm this could be the knife I’ve been looking for ...
Wow Mechwarrior, now that's a throwback!
It's not unusual to get a full handle, it's normal. What is not normal is knife manufacturers making knife handles to small. I have small hands and you cannot get full range of grips on alot of knives. Saying your pinky finger hangs over the end of a handle is bloody pointless. This looks like a proper knife. Looks like my esee 4 clip point with a full handle! Thanks for showing. I am trying to find a UK dealer. That is a tidy sheath to go with it. A loop of para cord on it to use as a belt loop, for inside waist band carry. I want one!
How is the balance with most of the steel in the handle? The blade height seems too high. So, you end up at a tip with a very large angle that is a bit more difficult to use. They could have shortened it and dropped the flat saber part to give you a more centered to the handle edge. Also, drop about $50 from the price to get any interest from me for a 1095 type blade.
Skeletonized handle
Not only have I never held one of those, I've never heard of them.
I like good sized handles on fixed blades and pocket knives. There's a lot of pocket knives I'd like better if the handles weren't so thin. It seems there's more people that like those really thin pocket knives so that's how most are made.
They are really impressive. I don't think I've ever seen a bad design from them.
Looks like a great blade to pair with a larger blade.
Wow they are really coming out with some nice stuff! Gotta decide on one to get
Did you try the QYO brand from Norway 🇳🇴
If you made preview before can you send the link??
Or make oneplease thanks
None of the links, except for the actual Work Tuff link, took me to anywhere I can find this knife, or even Work Tuff in general. Am I missing something?
The work Tuff Your website is the only one that seems to be caring it right now. They are often on Amazon but I’m not seeing any as of today. If you are wanting one would go to their site first.
@@gideonstactical thank you sir! I enjoy the reviews and appreciate the info.
Looks strangely similar to the Bark River North Country EDC.
I prefer the Ka-bar Globetrotter.
Consider reviewing the buck csar t first responder
I'd like to see that one as well
I love everything about this blade, except the steel. I mean, it's good high carbon steel, and it's extremely well done, but I want a knife with these specs from Work Tuff in a decent stainless steel. This exact same knife in S35VN would be spectacular!
Why not get a Esee 3 in S35vn with 3D scales?
The Esee is an option.
@@st-buttzooka I thought about that very thing. I also thought, "I keep begging Work Tuff to do some stainless options." This is episode fiddy-lebben of that discussion.
I vote for 14C28N. It's stainless, but tough and has decent edge retention.
@@sheltermonkey6065 that was my first thought as well.
I really like a lot of WTG designs, however, I think they're getting just a bit greedy with their pricing as of late. While it's a bit longer and uses different material, the Steel Will Roamer R315 is going for just over $50 on Amazon, and is designed for the same types of tasks as the Timber Wolf. Only problem is, it's made in China.
Yeah, it does resemble the Roamer. As for other budget competition, don't forget the Mora Kansbol, which though basic is absolutely superb.
And at $125, it's getting into Lion Steel territory.
Dig the knife! Man, Mechwarrior used to be everything! My favorite thing to pilot was a Shadow Cat. Pump up that engine size, run a MASC and double jump jets and run circles around fools!
Oh my gosh you’re right the shadow cat was amazing! Double jump jets! I loved throwing some Gauss cannons on that thing!
I love my work tuff ive tried everything to break it and it seems to just amaze me. its a batoning beast. Worth every penny and personally like them better than Esse or even tops Victor is a awesome guy and doing big things with cool bad ass designers.. A+ for WT
Mid 90s??? Oh you were so close to the 80s. YOU KNOW!
There has always been a market for large-framed double-action revolvers with short barrels for those who don't carry for Hollywood.
Been a while since playing it , but love the throwback to Mechwarrior!
RealSteel CVX80 it's a good knife ?
IMO, very well made knive, I would compare it to the Druid lane from steel will
I have learned to do a lot with 4 inches as well
I played the crap outa mech warrior on my PS1
I never beat that game. My PS1 broke. Got a PS3. Still have my PS1 memory cards full of games.somewhere
Love Work Tuff Knives. Getting the Puzon as soon as it’s available.
Where's the company itself based?
Do they ship from the US?
Vic lives in his native of Taiwan they are produced in Taiwan and then shipped here. You’ll just have to go to their site to check if they’re shipped to you
@@gideonstactical Thank you good sir...
The point of a bigger handle is for chopping so on a edc 3-4 inch blade, it's as pointless as a neck knife.
The Becker Harpoon which I just scored onsale for $69 at SMKW . It's a way better deal.. even at it's regular price point.
Yep, Smoky Mountain had some excellent prices on the Beckers.
@@Matthew_Australia No ! I'm always right !
🤣
Just messing around..
I like big handles , Ive made many bushcraft puukkos that way but I'd rather have a palm filling grip than an extra inch of real-estate.
It's all taste I guess, the knife world is loaded full of options and one of them that's rare is EDC fix blades with doable handles. Makers seem to think we all got midget digits.
Ok seriously wtf, I was just reminiscing about playing Mech Commander. Even went as far to try and find it in the steam game store. Sadly no luck lol.
Have you tried the Campo yet?
Working with it now
Looks good. I trust your judgement. Sure it works great buuuut.....sk-85 paired with a $125.00 tag!?? Ahhh probably when I got a lot of extra moolah.
Thanks Aaron! 👍
Good review, it makes me consider this knife.
Please review Marttini Silver Carbinox. Sort of similar knife.
i have globe trotter but im starting to want this...
thanks for braking my bank.
None of the buy links worked for me
Just tried to WTG website link took me right over. I discovered they’re not available on Amazon at the moment so the WTG website is only place to get them. They might be available at some point in the future on Amazon but not sure.
My biggest complaint with ANY knife company is the lack of left-handed holster options. Gun holster companies accommodate us, but not knife companies.
This is a completely ambidextrous sheath.
mechwarrior ftw...nova was cool too
Made in Taiwan I do believe. Looks great just wish it was US made.
Correct
@@gideonstactical Love the videos, also love knives but never on my radar searching for new blades. Your videos help find what I mite be interested in.
One of the designer is associated with darktimber knives.
Too big for my EDC,only fixed blades I EDC is my Bradford Guardian 3 and my ESEE Izula..I love my S35VN ESEE 3 but even it is bigger than anything I want to EDC
Play Mech Warrior Online and MW5 when you get a chance man.
This company should make this in a four inch mode, no?
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Nice but for 60$ USA made gerber spine good size handle great sheath easy edc
Seems like a skewed review to make Work Tuff look better than they are. The Esee 3 or Ontario Rat-3 would be a better comparison.
Actually these make the Work Tuff Look even better next to those. No choil, way thicker and longer handle. 👍
Finger choils and thin handles blow. There's a reason why the market for changing out eese handles is so popular. Not to mention they're soft.
@@gideonstactical Esee are already slowly phasing out their flat handles. Thicker handle for your large hands sounds good for you but it will leave the others who have medium or small hands behind. Also visually, the handle may look longer but the practical handle length are about the same after factoring away the length of the guard and pommel.
I really dislike finger choils, like the ESEE 3 has, but I think that $90 - $100 would be a more appropriate price for this Work Tuff.
I do like the wide blade though
Sk5 is used by cold steel knives for years.fyi.
Yep 👍
Ill say it again, as a knife guy NOT paying that much money for a knife made in Taiwan.
I don’t disagree that it is on the high side for the materials But if you’ve never had a work Tuff gear Knife the fit and finish and performance is extremely good.
Nice i like that one?
500👍🏻
GREAT GAME !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I just cant see you as a gamer =P Not even old enough to know it. You're what..35?
Review the msk 1 from ultimate survival
That is a nice looking knife!
nice shirt bro lol