I’m pretty happy with mine with one exception. The Shango notch is a joke. I sharpened to whole spine and that took care of that issue. And you’re right the tip also works ok. By grinding the whole spine I can use it to strip cedar bark.
Ya I actually ordered from Amazon. The price has since dropped to 170.00 CAD, so maybe the purchase during covid was an unwise decision. Either way, live and learn I suppose lol I may still modify mine when I have the time to turn it into a true scandi grind, but I feel like the blade thickness is just too much for me. To each their own! Thanks for watching and commenting!
The Scandi is good for carving. For anything beyond carving it is too fragile. The modified Scandi edge reinforces and improves the edge where it is more durable and less prone to rolling, chipping and dulling. I prefer a modified Scandi for general camp and field use. Mine is a great knife.
Canadian or American? As I use it more, it's slowly growing on me. It's just taking me a long time to get used to the weight in comparison to my other knives.
I just got mine. Love it. I used to say a secondary bevel was a bad thing on a scandi grind, but I no longer hold that opinion. I’ve had too many scandi grinds chip out in colder weather….the Fieldcraft fits my hand great….it’s now in my top 5 favorites, right next to my Esee 5….I was expecting to be disappointed a little when I ordered mine, and I’m not disappointed at all, worth the money IMO….cuts like crazy, I didn’t think it would compete with my other bushcraft knives and it does….I’m pleasantly surprised by mine….
I'm glad you like it! Like I said, it definitely depends on personal preference. I really think I've just been carrying my mora for too long to appreciate the fieldcraft. Huh, I've never had any issues with a scandi in the cold. Maybe I've just gotten lucky. My Mora, Condor and even my Hultafors Aby have had no issues in the winter (so far). I don't have any Esee yet, but I'd love to pick one up. Thanks for your post!
@@tentingWT I own a couple Garbergs, Bushcraft Black and about 3 or 4 more, love em also….one of my Garbergs chipped out and also my Skookum Bushtool….they all do cut and carve a bit differently, with the scandi, and switching to the secondary bevel…. I own a fieldcraft 3.5 that had major issues, but a few hours and elbow grease, it works great now….
Nice. I've owned so many over the years, I usually end up giving them away. I wouldn't mind getting my hands on a Helle, but I have heard mixed feelings on their steel quality. I just love their curly birch handles. Maybe I'll put some effort into making the fieldcraft a true scandi and see how I feel about it. The steel is undeniably good.
I payed way less for mine. I hope you didn’t order directly from tops. They are about 30% higher than those sold through the retailers. Esee is the same way. It’s a weird thing but they want you buying through the retailers so they way overcharge you if you buy direct. Amazon is almost always the cheapest.
You're welcome! Always dry it before putting it away after every trip or you will get slight corrosion on the blade. Nothing to be concerned about though, any surface rust usually comes off with a polish
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I’m pretty happy with mine with one exception. The Shango notch is a joke. I sharpened to whole spine and that took care of that issue. And you’re right the tip also works ok. By grinding the whole spine I can use it to strip cedar bark.
Ya I actually ordered from Amazon. The price has since dropped to 170.00 CAD, so maybe the purchase during covid was an unwise decision. Either way, live and learn I suppose lol
I may still modify mine when I have the time to turn it into a true scandi grind, but I feel like the blade thickness is just too much for me. To each their own!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
The Scandi is good for carving. For anything beyond carving it is too fragile. The modified Scandi edge reinforces and improves the edge where it is more durable and less prone to rolling, chipping and dulling. I prefer a modified Scandi for general camp and field use. Mine is a great knife.
Mine costs $105 (3 yrs. ago) incl. shipping. I love the knife. Sorry you didn't have a better experience with yours.
Canadian or American?
As I use it more, it's slowly growing on me. It's just taking me a long time to get used to the weight in comparison to my other knives.
I just got mine. Love it. I used to say a secondary bevel was a bad thing on a scandi grind, but I no longer hold that opinion. I’ve had too many scandi grinds chip out in colder weather….the Fieldcraft fits my hand great….it’s now in my top 5 favorites, right next to my Esee 5….I was expecting to be disappointed a little when I ordered mine, and I’m not disappointed at all, worth the money IMO….cuts like crazy, I didn’t think it would compete with my other bushcraft knives and it does….I’m pleasantly surprised by mine….
I'm glad you like it! Like I said, it definitely depends on personal preference. I really think I've just been carrying my mora for too long to appreciate the fieldcraft.
Huh, I've never had any issues with a scandi in the cold. Maybe I've just gotten lucky. My Mora, Condor and even my Hultafors Aby have had no issues in the winter (so far). I don't have any Esee yet, but I'd love to pick one up.
Thanks for your post!
@@tentingWT I own a couple Garbergs, Bushcraft Black and about 3 or 4 more, love em also….one of my Garbergs chipped out and also my Skookum Bushtool….they all do cut and carve a bit differently, with the scandi, and switching to the secondary bevel….
I own a fieldcraft 3.5 that had major issues, but a few hours and elbow grease, it works great now….
Nice. I've owned so many over the years, I usually end up giving them away. I wouldn't mind getting my hands on a Helle, but I have heard mixed feelings on their steel quality. I just love their curly birch handles.
Maybe I'll put some effort into making the fieldcraft a true scandi and see how I feel about it. The steel is undeniably good.
@@tentingWT please do a video of you doing the true scandi on it, would love to see it. 👍
That's a great idea. Next time I'm out I'll bring my stones and record the process!
Shoulda got the Spyderco Bushcraft UK while it was available.
You are most correct. I'll be a little reserved during my next knife purchase for sure.
I payed way less for mine. I hope you didn’t order directly from tops. They are about 30% higher than those sold through the retailers. Esee is the same way. It’s a weird thing but they want you buying through the retailers so they way overcharge you if you buy direct. Amazon is almost always the cheapest.
Tell the cons last.
Is the sheath clip stainless steel?
I can't say for certain, but I would hazard a guess and say no. It is coated very well in any case. I don't see corrosion being an issue.
@@tentingWT I was worried because Japan, where I live, has very high humidity.
I honestly don't think it would be!
@@tentingWT Thank you for your reply. I want to use the knife for a long time, so I was wondering about it.
You're welcome! Always dry it before putting it away after every trip or you will get slight corrosion on the blade. Nothing to be concerned about though, any surface rust usually comes off with a polish