Ummmm, spoiler...it's not going to matter much to the brisket. Get in touch with me at: jimislashyoutube@yahoo.com Interested in helping the PIF program: / jimislash
Great review. I received my Black Talon 2 serrated blade last week and liked it so much I bought a second one. All my other knives are EDC type folders but I was looking for a purely self defense type strong folder and settled on this. Figured I'd keep one in my car and the other can take with me at times. No, I'm not some tactical guy-- But since I can't legally carry a concealed gun in the County I live in, I figured this was the next best option--well, along with top brand pepper spray at all times.
Awesome seeing you in the Cold Steel promo! Great exposure and recognition for all the awesome things you do. Keep it up 👍👍 just made up my mind, was on the fence between an Espada and the Talon, went ahead on the Black Talon serrated!
Jimislash, a very big thank you. You da man! An excellent demonstration. You never disappoint. much appreciated. I love the Black Talon 2 an awesome blade. I think it looks even meaner with a serrated edge and as a self defense knife probably just beats the plain edge especially if there are layers of clothing involved. Enjoy the brisket with the family, you deserve it. 😎
Hey, thank you for the great idea. I always appreciate that. I was going to do a cook the brisket video, but my back porch is wrecked. I'll get one soon.
If you're going for all out damage to save your life I would probably use serrated in case they had clothes on it tears through everything but I personally prefer plain edge on most of my knives but I'm sure either one would destroy whatever you're using it on lol
+Jimislash here in the bay area California that's just about the only way. to many liberals taking the gun rights away. if I had my way I would have a CWC and my knife would be back up. but sadly my knives are my main source of self protection.
+Jimislash I live here and it's bizarre to me. moved here from Florida 13 years ago to be close to my wife's family. worth the move for family. Miss my 2nd amendment
Hello Mr jimislash. I have a question. I have a BT2 serrated. And I was wondering how your tip was holding up on the knife? Because mine after the first time I did cardboard cuts with it for testing purposes. That needle like tip it had was gone almost instantly. And was wondering if your tip has fast wear on it?
Hi Jimislash, I cant see clearly as in which is the better "slicer"? I wasn't into any folding blades in my knives collection but after seeing on youtube on both the Black Talon 2 and Tiger Karambit, I am fascinated by their outlook alone. I dont really will use my knives as all are just my collection as my hobby. But now although i am set to these 2 beast of a blade, i am not sure to purchase the serrated or non serated...the most i will do with the knives, is slicing paper or slash some fruits/meat like you. Which blade again as in serrated or non serrated as you own both on hand for reccomenation?
I carry the serrated more than the plain edge Black Talon. But that's just for back up self-defense, last ditch stuff. For a normal use, the plain edge will be easier to maintain. So, if you are going to get some normal use out of it, I'd go plain edge. I totally understand the hobby aspect of knives. :)
Impressive! Definitely the knife I want on me when someone starts stealing my tennis shoes ;) Great brisket video, and I bet the meat tastes better after a good slashing haha!
I bought a spyderco Matriarch 2 and then just pounced on the Black Talon 2 non serrated. I think the Matriarch is awesome, but I think the BT2 non serrated can be a knife that I can actually get some use out of, besides just filleting people. Something about a Cold Steel knife, quality of build and a longer blade which catches my fancy. The Spyderco is nice but its cheaper in my opinion, less materials and more of hype on name. My daily carry is a Large Espada, but honestly I really like the Rajah 3 as well as a practical use knife.
WOW jimislash this brisket is terrific ..whats your secret ...Oh i just stab, hack, slice and generally mutilate it ,,,then,, i stick my fingers up in the wounds to season it a little ............................................... keep up the good work Brother i love your vids.
Nice knives! I would go for the non serrated Black Talon 2 myself. But I respect the serrations on the other version. Hawksbill knives are considered the "Wino's Friend", so be wary of hobos that go into their pockets and pull out of these blades. You may have an angry crowd of hobos brandishing Black Talon 2's coming after you if they have seen your earlier videos! Anyway, nice Cold Steel stuff!
Funny thing is, I got the plain edge black talon completely by accident off of Amazon when I paid for a Recon 1 tanto. The second time was a charm since I got the Recon i’m still carrying, but I totally would’ve kept the Black talon if I could’ve dished out a separate payment for a Recon.
Well, the Black Talon is modeled after the Spyderco Civilian (with permission, sort of), and that knife is made to do major damage with no real training. If you put clothes or a leather coat over the meat, you should see that the serrated version is definitely better.
Isee this as a summer knife.I live in a cold country where peoplr wear alot of clothes in the winter and you must stabb to get things done. Can it be lethal,absolutly. And it is a less lethal tool if you want to incapsitate someone instead of killing a person. It will leave some gruesome wounds but not so lethal as a stabbing knife and that is a pluss.slash slash and run the hell out off the situation. Just my wiew on it. I have the non serrated one in mail,cant wait for the beauty to arrive.And the large Espada and the magnum tanto IX in san mai.;-))
@@Jimislash No it is normally not dangerous here at all. Just my thoughts on the blade in use for what it meant for. But things can allways happen you know,and we have dangerous places here to. That you sometimes has to wisit,and i live in Norway. With more people comming in from other countrys,and they dont like us very much. The knife violence have escalated alot. And the use of machetes in robbings on the streets in our main capitol. And general crasy knife stabbers even on public transports and stabbing of pregnant women and so on. And to keep others safe to. So better safe than sorry. And in these crasy times,people are not allways sane eather. And allmost no psyciatric care left to deal with the crasy people.
@@bushcraft_in_the_north i carry serrated no matter what, serrated knives have 3 times the cutting power according to Lynn Thompson ex president of coldsteel.
@@steveo13757 that is fine,i have serrated knives too. But i dont need to cut 10"deep in summertime with light clothes. It will cut😏deep enough. And in the winter here,it is time for a stabbing knife anyway. This is a very cold country,looots of clothes. And relax,i am not a crazy knifestabber😄 this is halfway knife theori too.🤜🏻🤛🏻
hook shape blade aren't meant for good cutting, they don't cut as good compared to curves blade, it may look mean but it suck for cutting or stabbing, its like a race car with a honda civic motors.
It's obviously not designed for stabbing, but most self defense experts would certainly disagree with you about it's cutting prowess. That blade design is specifically made for slashing cuts in a defensive situation. The tip digs in to give it positive purchase on contact, forcing the swept belly to bear down and slice through while dragging the tip along as you follow through with the cutting motion to cause maximum damage and a deeper, larger wound channel. It works extremely well in that role and can be devastating even in the hands of an untrained person.
Great review. I received my Black Talon 2 serrated blade last week and liked it so much I bought a second one. All my other knives are EDC type folders but I was looking for a purely self defense type strong folder and settled on this. Figured I'd keep one in my car and the other can take with me at times. No, I'm not some tactical guy-- But since I can't legally carry a concealed gun in the County I live in, I figured this was the next best option--well, along with top brand pepper spray at all times.
Where has this gem been this
Is what TH-cam should be
Awesome seeing you in the Cold Steel promo! Great exposure and recognition for all the awesome things you do. Keep it up 👍👍 just made up my mind, was on the fence between an Espada and the Talon, went ahead on the Black Talon serrated!
That's a good choice.
Jimislash, a very big thank you. You da man! An excellent demonstration. You never disappoint. much appreciated. I love the Black Talon 2 an awesome blade. I think it looks even meaner with a serrated edge and as a self defense knife probably just beats the plain edge especially if there are layers of clothing involved. Enjoy the brisket with the family, you deserve it. 😎
Hey, thank you for the great idea. I always appreciate that. I was going to do a cook the brisket video, but my back porch is wrecked. I'll get one soon.
If you're going for all out damage to save your life I would probably use serrated in case they had clothes on it tears through everything but I personally prefer plain edge on most of my knives but I'm sure either one would destroy whatever you're using it on lol
I have to agree.
"angry please don't take my tennis shoes" lmao
Lol, it seemed like a good way to keep a shoe thief at bay.
+Jimislash here in the bay area California that's just about the only way. to many liberals taking the gun rights away. if I had my way I would have a CWC and my knife would be back up. but sadly my knives are my main source of self protection.
Yeah, I've heard it's kind of tough out there. It's bizarre to me.
+Jimislash I live here and it's bizarre to me. moved here from Florida 13 years ago to be close to my wife's family. worth the move for family. Miss my 2nd amendment
Great vid, I love the look of the non-serrated but the serrations are just better for cuts through any clothing. Hoped the brisket was good
It was good. And those serrations are evil on flesh and clothes. Thank you for watching.
Hello Mr jimislash. I have a question. I have a BT2 serrated. And I was wondering how your tip was holding up on the knife? Because mine after the first time I did cardboard cuts with it for testing purposes. That needle like tip it had was gone almost instantly. And was wondering if your tip has fast wear on it?
I have cut and stabbed a lot of cardboard without any problems.
I need the serrated version lol. Awesome video dude
Hi Jimislash, I cant see clearly as in which is the better "slicer"?
I wasn't into any folding blades in my knives collection but after seeing on youtube on both the Black Talon 2 and Tiger Karambit, I am fascinated by their outlook alone. I dont really will use my knives as all are just my collection as my hobby. But now although i am set to these 2 beast of a blade, i am not sure to purchase the serrated or non serated...the most i will do with the knives, is slicing paper or slash some fruits/meat like you. Which blade again as in serrated or non serrated as you own both on hand for reccomenation?
I carry the serrated more than the plain edge Black Talon. But that's just for back up self-defense, last ditch stuff. For a normal use, the plain edge will be easier to maintain. So, if you are going to get some normal use out of it, I'd go plain edge. I totally understand the hobby aspect of knives. :)
You should get both :D
how to sharpen this knife and make again that factory edge?...I would like to have one but I am afraid to sharpen this
I used my Spyderco Sharpmaker on the non-serrated. It worked great. I was also able to use my DMT stones for some of the edge, as well.
theblocksharpener.com
I use this for cold steel serrations
Impressive! Definitely the knife I want on me when someone starts stealing my tennis shoes ;) Great brisket video, and I bet the meat tastes better after a good slashing haha!
Ah, the Cleveland West Side 3:00am Brisket Test, good to see that's still the industry standard.
Lol, well, naturally I had to use that test. It is better for smaller channels who can't afford the Lynn Thompson Side of Beef Whack.
First impression.....The Blade Will Cut!!!! Love it...new steak knife!
Lol, it will cut. Definitely a conversation starting steak knife.
Scary sharp Both of them ..
I bought a spyderco Matriarch 2 and then just pounced on the Black Talon 2 non serrated. I think the Matriarch is awesome, but I think the BT2 non serrated can be a knife that I can actually get some use out of, besides just filleting people. Something about a Cold Steel knife, quality of build and a longer blade which catches my fancy. The Spyderco is nice but its cheaper in my opinion, less materials and more of hype on name. My daily carry is a Large Espada, but honestly I really like the Rajah 3 as well as a practical use knife.
All good choices. I agree with your Matriarch vs BT assessment.
I love to see this test with a cold steel broken skull
I will see if I can get my hands on one. :)
who win? i dont understand.
I think serrated won.
WOW jimislash this brisket is terrific ..whats your secret ...Oh i just stab, hack, slice and generally mutilate it ,,,then,, i stick my fingers up in the wounds to season it a little ...............................................
keep up the good work Brother i love your vids.
General mutilation makes sure the smoke gets into the ventilated areas. My brother, who taught me, would kill me if he knew. :)
Nice knives! I would go for the non serrated Black Talon 2 myself. But I respect the serrations on the other version. Hawksbill knives are considered the "Wino's Friend", so be wary of hobos that go into their pockets and pull out of these blades. You may have an angry crowd of hobos brandishing Black Talon 2's coming after you if they have seen your earlier videos! Anyway, nice Cold Steel stuff!
Lol! I'll watch out for them. Thank you. :)
@@JimislashLol You are welcome!
do an edc video jimislash
I think an "after" video is in order. ;)
I can do that. :)
💪💪💪
Funny thing is, I got the plain edge black talon completely by accident off of Amazon when I paid for a Recon 1 tanto. The second time was a charm since I got the Recon i’m still carrying, but I totally would’ve kept the Black talon if I could’ve dished out a separate payment for a Recon.
Oh, yeah, I understand. Talon is fun. Recon is useful.
Jimislash You said it! I’ve installed a Snaggletooth and a custom deep carry clip on the Recon, made it so much better.
Well, the Black Talon is modeled after the Spyderco Civilian (with permission, sort of), and that knife is made to do major damage with no real training. If you put clothes or a leather coat over the meat, you should see that the serrated version is definitely better.
I need to set up a better brisket testing facility. :) I'd love to dress one up.
Imagine one of these blades hitting someone (in self defense) ofcourse, getting caught between the fingers area with a fast swipe... 🤦🏻
when are we gonna watch you grub on that brisket?
I really need to do a full brisket video. Soon.
Did anybody eat plastic?
Not enough to complain about.
Mmmmm. Brisket.
Only eight hours to go. :)
Cook up the brisket put some good sauce make sandwiches & you can sell them
Good idea!
Try the spyderco matriarch 2
I will keep my eye out for a deal on one.
Isee this as a summer knife.I live in a cold country where peoplr wear alot of clothes in the winter and you must stabb to get things done. Can it be lethal,absolutly. And it is a less lethal tool if you want to incapsitate someone instead of killing a person. It will leave some gruesome wounds but not so lethal as a stabbing knife and that is a pluss.slash slash and run the hell out off the situation. Just my wiew on it. I have the non serrated one in mail,cant wait for the beauty to arrive.And the large Espada and the magnum tanto IX in san mai.;-))
Oh wow! I didn't think of that. Where do you live? It sounds dangerous.
@@Jimislash No it is normally not dangerous here at all. Just my thoughts on the blade in use for what it meant for. But things can allways happen you know,and we have dangerous places here to. That you sometimes has to wisit,and i live in Norway. With more people comming in from other countrys,and they dont like us very much. The knife violence have escalated alot. And the use of machetes in robbings on the streets in our main capitol. And general crasy knife stabbers even on public transports and stabbing of pregnant women and so on. And to keep others safe to. So better safe than sorry. And in these crasy times,people are not allways sane eather. And allmost no psyciatric care left to deal with the crasy people.
@@bushcraft_in_the_north Oh, ok. Dang, I'm sorry to hear you all are having problems like that.
@@bushcraft_in_the_north i carry serrated no matter what, serrated knives have 3 times the cutting power according to Lynn Thompson ex president of coldsteel.
@@steveo13757 that is fine,i have serrated knives too. But i dont need to cut 10"deep in summertime with light clothes. It will cut😏deep enough. And in the winter here,it is time for a stabbing knife anyway. This is a very cold country,looots of clothes. And relax,i am not a crazy knifestabber😄 this is halfway knife theori too.🤜🏻🤛🏻
hook shape blade aren't meant for good cutting, they don't cut as good compared to curves blade, it may look mean but it suck for cutting or stabbing, its like a race car with a honda civic motors.
It's obviously not designed for stabbing, but most self defense experts would certainly disagree with you about it's cutting prowess. That blade design is specifically made for slashing cuts in a defensive situation. The tip digs in to give it positive purchase on contact, forcing the swept belly to bear down and slice through while dragging the tip along as you follow through with the cutting motion to cause maximum damage and a deeper, larger wound channel. It works extremely well in that role and can be devastating even in the hands of an untrained person.
EpicWins You don't know anything about knives or racing.