Thanks for posting and validation for saving me some money! I had it saved in my wish list for quite some time and deleted it last week prior to your review. I feel better now. Thanks for taking one for the team.
I like the looks of this knife enough to possibly overlook the weak spring. I just think it's a good looking piece. Thanks for showing it off, and for the honest review! Cheers, buddy!
Bought these for my three youngest grandsons for their stockings for the coming Christmas Springs seem to be a little weak but the fit and finish is beautiful Thanks
Thats a great looking knife, i would rather 7cr than D2 thats why i went with the micarta version which i like , the pull on mine is around 5 i would like a stronger pull 5 is about minimum for me otherwise its a paper weight & i like using my knives i don't collect paper weights. Great review buddy👍
I couldn't agree more JP. I had the same experience with my black micarta version, borderline "5". This one took a hike back to SMKW. The channel/viewers deserve better.
Thanks for showing this knife. I've been curious about it. The spring is not awe inspiring. I just don't understand putting jimping on the spine of a non-locking knife. I really like the looks though. The copper bolsters are a great looking compliment to the bone.
Just Checked SMKW. No mentions of it being exclusive. Their Trapper model is also available in this configuration (Gadsden) Will you look at their new 2022 Slipjoints, the Iredale, Parley, and the Allegory?
@@ThriftyKaniffy Ah maybe I misheard it then when you mentioned the Copper exclusive There's two copper versions as you said. The one with the backspring is SMKW exclusive whereas the version with detent balls does not mention anything about exclusivity
Been a little overwhelmed with personal things lately. You should watch RJ's live where I talked about your fantastic gift. Thanks again for the side draw, it's a beauty. J.O. did a great job on it. Cheers, Terry.
@@ThriftyKaniffy Yeah I guess I must have missed it I had company here and as I said it’s been a trying couple of months I hope to be able to talk to you about it sometime
TK ... that's too bad about this 'Kershaw' (could RR or Queen be the actual oem for this possibly contract knife?). Looks great, but I would not want to use this with a "3" pull.
If you are going to make a work knife it has to have a very strong pull or make it an old fashioned liner lock with the brass block with "press" on the lock like the old Schrade's had or a back lock like Buck.
That would help, but why not just a strong spring. And don't make the linerlock interfere with the grip and make it uncomfortable to use if you do go that route.
It seems to me that making a knife with a decent pull should not be a difficult part of the manufacturer’s process ...Have you ever tried the trick where you hit bolster with a mallet to tighten it up?
I have. Unfortunately, if it does fix it, it's a sure way to have the pin become clearly visible. In the end though it's the spring that's the problem, whether the heat treatment or the material, or perhaps the dimensions.
Great looking knife but yes it’s sad the back spring is so weak. I would be contacting them to get a replacement. Especially for the price they are asking.
Now may I ask a question…. Why is that one in 7CR and the brass one is D2 huh 🤔 very interesting makes no sense to me…. And the jigging on that one is fantastic I got the brass one I should pick up that one as well!!!!
@@ThriftyKaniffy light it’s light…. Most of these lower end knives that’s what your going to get if you seen the way there spitting them off the production line it would blow your mind!!!!! And sometimes you get lucky and get a good one……. Most of these companies don’t care because there already made and they have a steady income of cash….. the little companies just starting out you’ll find much butter fit and finishes because there trying to get there name out there!!! Kershaw is so big they can care less!!!!! Thanks thrifty stay well out there!!
Looks like a short-long pull and Baby Daddy instead of Big Daddy. It is interesting. Odd that it has brass liners but copper tone bolsters This really seems more like a boys knife with a clip blade because of the short bolster. Thanks for the review and your thoughts. I wasn't even on the fence for this one and you confirmed my "nope, not for me" feeling.
That’s a bummer about the weak pull. I was kind of interested in those but maybe I should pass. I appreciate the honest review. We all get a knife like that from time to time.
First thoughts nice looking knife, think makers are jumping on the bandwagon calling everything Barlows, to me the ratio of handle to bolster is wrong,Old Barlows had longer bolsters and definitely strong pulls, was this made as a working knife or just pretty to look at, as its blade length over three inches not one for UK anyway, good honest review Kershaw made a mess of this one.
If that knife was a lockback, I'd have one. Too often, slip joint knives with blades over 3" have weak springs. I can't stand a slip joint knife that might close up. I like for a slip joint to take a reasonable amount of effort to open or close the blade with a loud snap........like my Taylor's Eyewitness Barlow that was made in England.
I agree, but too be fair the Taylor's knives have some the stiffest opens of any knife I own. Even an improvement to near that level would go a long way to making these better.
Love the looks of that knife. Would be a great knife to have, and can live with the fact that it doesn't have a super steel or lock. What I can't tolerate is it is made in China. Same goes for Queen, Rough Rider, Marble, etc.
I bought three of them for my grandsons for Christmas when SMKW had them on sale for $24 Like a smaller granddaddy Barlow I found the pull to be very weak They could use a stronger back spring Otherwise they are beautiful and have great fit and finish Thanks for another fine video
If you are into traditional knives I’m surprised that you did not go with a knife maker known for making traditional knives like Case, of GEC. 40 $ for a traditional knife is a steal. You want a quality knife but do not want to pay a quality price. I would expect that knife to be closer to 100.00 $ To have a really good build quality, and polished gigged cow bone.
There's plenty of great traditional knives at $40. While Case and GEC do make quality knives, you don't need to spend $100 to get one. If Kershaw had made the spring stiffer this would be one perfectly well made knife. Follow the channel and you'll see plenty of such examples.
Actually I like d2 , too strong breaks my nail but too weak closes on me. Looks like it so weak that it want snap back into liners .maybe a lemon I actually got aSchatt and Morgan heritage that was too weak
Thanks for posting and validation for saving me some money! I had it saved in my wish list for quite some time and deleted it last week prior to your review. I feel better now. Thanks for taking one for the team.
You gotta have pull strength or its nothing more than a dangerous toy.
I like the looks of this knife enough to possibly overlook the weak spring. I just think it's a good looking piece. Thanks for showing it off, and for the honest review! Cheers, buddy!
You're very welcome David. If you end up purchasing it, please provide your feedback.
Love mine. Bought it at smkw for 24.99!!! I love the bigger single blade Barlows, just not spending 100 to 200 for a boker.
Hope your backspring was stiffer than mine. Bought mine at 24.99 as well.
Bought these for my three youngest grandsons for their stockings for the coming Christmas Springs seem to be a little weak but the fit and finish is beautiful Thanks
With good tension/pull, I'd have no issue with them. Thanks Terrill.
Good you returned it. It also had a center pin crack on the show side.
Thanks for pointing that out. I can live with a small crack, but a weak pull is a deal killer for me.
This is an awesome version of the Culpepper!! The Copper is a very nice compliment to the brown jigged bone! Thanks for showing this one TK!!!
Thanks for watching JB. Nice handles.
Just checked my BLACK Culpepper and like you mine is about 5/5.5 pull and just barely acceptible, but I do like it as a "Worker" knife when needed.
Sounds about right. Boston Blade Review and BigJ showed theirs on a live and both were much better than mine.
Top notch!! I really like how Kershaw made that Barlow. Killer blade&killer vid knife bro!!
Thanks for watching Dion.
@@ThriftyKaniffy I was on my way out the door when I heard the ya say the pull was weak but its still a killer lookin knife lol!!
@@dionpage7948 No worries Dion. Glad you came back to finish watching.
Thats a great looking knife, i would rather 7cr than D2 thats why i went with the micarta version which i like , the pull on mine is around 5 i would like a stronger pull 5 is about minimum for me otherwise its a paper weight & i like using my knives i don't collect paper weights. Great review buddy👍
I couldn't agree more JP. I had the same experience with my black micarta version, borderline "5". This one took a hike back to SMKW. The channel/viewers deserve better.
Thanks for showing this knife. I've been curious about it. The spring is not awe inspiring. I just don't understand putting jimping on the spine of a non-locking knife. I really like the looks though. The copper bolsters are a great looking compliment to the bone.
Looks, good. Works, poorly. Thanks Joshua.
Just Checked SMKW. No mentions of it being exclusive. Their Trapper model is also available in this configuration (Gadsden)
Will you look at their new 2022 Slipjoints, the Iredale, Parley, and the Allegory?
This one is not, sorry if I was unclear. They have an all copper one that is the exclusive. Thanks Kommissar.
@@ThriftyKaniffy Ah maybe I misheard it then when you mentioned the Copper exclusive
There's two copper versions as you said. The one with the backspring is SMKW exclusive whereas the version with detent balls does not mention anything about exclusivity
Definitely agree that it needs a strong pull. My preference is 7 or 8.
Same here. That's ideal.
Missed you this week Nice to see this pop up again TK
Been a little overwhelmed with personal things lately. You should watch RJ's live where I talked about your fantastic gift. Thanks again for the side draw, it's a beauty. J.O. did a great job on it. Cheers, Terry.
@@ThriftyKaniffy
You and me both
Seriously TK
When I don’t see you I’m concerned Hope you’re okay
@@ThriftyKaniffy
Yeah I guess I must have missed it I had company here and as I said it’s been a trying couple of months
I hope to be able to talk to you about it sometime
I just bought 3 from Kershaw direct for 19 bucks a piece. All three are very light pulls.
Something I really detest on larger bladed knives.
Sorry you were a bit dissapointed. I do like the look of it. Thank you for sharing.
You bet. It happens, no worries. I've got plenty of others I'm thrilled with.
TK ... that's too bad about this 'Kershaw' (could RR or Queen be the actual oem for this possibly contract knife?). Looks great, but I would not want to use this with a "3" pull.
The bone sure looks similar, but who knows "trade secrets". Its too light to use. I sent it back.
I love a good barlow and those are sweeeeet... 👌
Thanks for sharing TK,
Atb Gus 👍
Thanks for watching Gus. Be well.
I was contemplating on picking this one up. The weak pull is a deal breaker. Not to mention the spring pin crack on the mark side!
Yea I didn't even see the crack until I rewatched. Thanks Spyder. It's been returned.
@@ThriftyKaniffy No, Thank YOU! I was considering picking this up. At least until I watched your review. Your review saved me forty dollars.
Noticed a pin crack as well when you were showing the back spring. :/
Hmm didn't notice. It's on its way back anyhow. Good riddance.
If you are going to make a work knife it has to have a very strong pull or make it an old fashioned liner lock with the brass block with "press" on the lock like the old Schrade's had or a back lock like Buck.
That would help, but why not just a strong spring. And don't make the linerlock interfere with the grip and make it uncomfortable to use if you do go that route.
Yeah, the strong pull (a 7 or 8) is the best choice/solution.
I prefer the D2 over 7Crxxmov. BUT alloy doesn't mean it's been heat treated properly or ground well. 🤔
You're right, that's always a bit of a wild card. Thanks Alpine.
It seems to me that making a knife with a decent pull should not be a difficult part of the manufacturer’s process ...Have you ever tried the trick where you hit bolster with a mallet to tighten it up?
I have. Unfortunately, if it does fix it, it's a sure way to have the pin become clearly visible. In the end though it's the spring that's the problem, whether the heat treatment or the material, or perhaps the dimensions.
@@ThriftyKaniffy I have polished the pin marks out with my buffer...It works great.
Thanks for the review TK.
Good to see you KD. Thanks for watching.
Great looking knife but yes it’s sad the back spring is so weak. I would be contacting them to get a replacement. Especially for the price they are asking.
I just returned it for a refund. I'll find something I like more. Thanks Steve.
Now may I ask a question…. Why is that one in 7CR and the brass one is D2 huh 🤔 very interesting makes no sense to me…. And the jigging on that one is fantastic I got the brass one I should pick up that one as well!!!!
They provided bad info, this one is D2 as well.
Oh ok you answered my question thanks!!!!
Hows your pull strength?
@@ThriftyKaniffy light it’s light…. Most of these lower end knives that’s what your going to get if you seen the way there spitting them off the production line it would blow your mind!!!!! And sometimes you get lucky and get a good one……. Most of these companies don’t care because there already made and they have a steady income of cash….. the little companies just starting out you’ll find much butter fit and finishes because there trying to get there name out there!!! Kershaw is so big they can care less!!!!! Thanks thrifty stay well out there!!
@@jerseyknifeguy6382 This one is on the way back to where it came from. RMA . Refund pending.
Hermosa navaja !!! Saludos desde Chile 🇨🇱🍷
Gracias amigo. Buenos dias KOKE.
Great looking knife! Just needs a stronger back spring!
Yep, what a shame. Thanks Mike.
Looks like a short-long pull and Baby Daddy instead of Big Daddy. It is interesting. Odd that it has brass liners but copper tone bolsters This really seems more like a boys knife with a clip blade because of the short bolster. Thanks for the review and your thoughts. I wasn't even on the fence for this one and you confirmed my "nope, not for me" feeling.
They sale price lured me in. And like I fish, I'm returning it back to which it came.
I was disappointed in the Backspring & unfortunately, I paid the $39.99 when it first came out.
I just completed my return forms and sent it back. I'll find something better to replace it. Thanks Tim.
@@ThriftyKaniffy I'm gonna eat this one, sorry I bought it. I would do the same but I think I waited too long.
That’s a bummer about the weak pull. I was kind of interested in those but maybe I should pass. I appreciate the honest review. We all get a knife like that from time to time.
It happens, but nothings worse than weak pull. It just renders the knife useless.
Too bad about the weak pull, as it looks great. Thanks TK!
DD, it does look good. It's a real shame.
First thoughts nice looking knife, think makers are jumping on the bandwagon calling everything Barlows, to me the ratio of handle to bolster is wrong,Old Barlows had longer bolsters and definitely strong pulls, was this made as a working knife or just pretty to look at, as its blade length over three inches not one for UK anyway, good honest review Kershaw made a mess of this one.
A fail. Thanks Lewis.
I'll leave a comment for the algorithm, but I have nothing nice to say about this one.😆 Thanks for the review.
Haha, that's a comment from a creator if I ever saw one. Thanks Michael.
Solid review 💥👍👍100% agree
I'm glad you see it that way. Take care buddy.
Mushy mushy backspring
Reminds me of benchmade proper
It's become a pet peeve. Deliver a strong spring. TEW has fantastic spring tension. Make it like they do I say. Thanks bomtrady.
now now come on
@@BenchmadeBro Harshing the mellow, I know.
Speaking of Barlows eagerly awaiting my New "4 set" of pin up novelties. $27.00 free ship.
Pretty to look at least. Hope you don't get any cracked handles. Cool set.
@@ThriftyKaniffy Friday fun carry. All 4 at the same time.
I'll accept some crackage...
@@ThriftyKaniffy Good for Friday fun carry.
Shame it’s not a lockback! Beautiful knife otherwise. And KAI/Kershaw can put out a good grind and sharp blade. Thank you for the review.
Just one flaw, but unfortunately it's a deal breaker for me. Thanks Dave.
If that knife was a lockback, I'd have one. Too often, slip joint knives with blades over 3" have weak springs. I can't stand a slip joint knife that might close up. I like for a slip joint to take a reasonable amount of effort to open or close the blade with a loud snap........like my Taylor's Eyewitness Barlow that was made in England.
I agree, but too be fair the Taylor's knives have some the stiffest opens of any knife I own. Even an improvement to near that level would go a long way to making these better.
Why why why no half stop!?!?
Yea, pass on this one.
You have a point.just have to be careful.that thing will hurt you.
One of my pet peeves when the tension is that light.
@@ThriftyKaniffy you are fite.thanks
Love the looks of that knife. Would be a great knife to have, and can live with the fact that it doesn't have a super steel or lock. What I can't tolerate is it is made in China. Same goes for Queen, Rough Rider, Marble, etc.
Man I tell ya. That phone or PC you used to post has Chinese parts too, better not accept that either so you remain consistent.
Gee Thrifty! Tell us how you really feel!
I don't like weak pulls. I guess I made that clear. Thanks Robert.
I’ll take it!
Ok thanks brittain.
I'll pass on this one. Good honest review TK.👍
Thanks for watching Steve. Win some, lose some.
I bought three of them for my grandsons for Christmas when SMKW had them on sale for $24 Like a smaller granddaddy Barlow I found the pull to be very weak They could use a stronger back spring Otherwise they are beautiful and have great fit and finish Thanks for another fine video
It's a pretty paper weight. Thanks Terrill.
If you are into traditional knives I’m surprised that you did not go with a knife maker known for making traditional knives like Case, of GEC.
40 $ for a traditional knife is a steal. You want a quality knife but do not want to pay a quality price. I would expect that knife to be closer to 100.00 $ To have a really good build quality, and polished gigged cow bone.
There's plenty of great traditional knives at $40. While Case and GEC do make quality knives, you don't need to spend $100 to get one. If Kershaw had made the spring stiffer this would be one perfectly well made knife. Follow the channel and you'll see plenty of such examples.
Actually I like d2 , too strong breaks my nail but too weak closes on me. Looks like it so weak that it want snap back into liners .maybe a lemon I actually got aSchatt and Morgan heritage that was too weak
It could be a lemon. I've not been happy with Kershaw overall. Thanks, Randy.
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Thanks for watching.
Knife is pretty. maybe you got a lemon,
Maybe, but I tend to doubt its an isolated incident given some of the other feedback.
too bad, like you say, it makes them unsafe to use.
I could not agree with u more.if it don't have that gator spring.its worthless as a work knife
Yep too light. Can't stand that on a blade of this size. Thanks, Ubaldo.
3 ? / Wow.
Oh yea, it's bad. Floppy.
Terrible pull! I can never work out if it is the strength of the spring or the dimensions of the blade tang that determines the pull.
That's their job to figure out. A big fail. I returned it. Thanks Matthew.
Thanks, I'll pass.
Take care,
Roget that, thanks Richard. Wasn't impressed either.
Return it.. get your 25!!! For me it's all wrong and possible safety issue.
Can't even get the ad for steel right.
Massive pass.
Exactly what I did , Rick. Thanks buddy.
Hi Thrifty. 2 thumbs up on your review. Thumbs down on the knife
Much appreciated Andrew. I take no pleasure in these types of reviews.
Deal breaker, made in China.
Alright. Have a good day.
You're being a bit picky, in my opinion. Wow!
Ehhh. I don't like a weak pull.