For those of us who use knives every day, like the tools that they are, one just can't go wrong with the Esee's. Esee 3 or the Ashley Game Knife are always on my belt for work, doing Wildlife Control. If I'm heading out for beaver work or coyote control, we always pack along the 4 or the 6, depending on what we'll be doing. Although I have never broken an Esee, I don't worry about what I do with them. They don't need to be babied and their built FOR WORK. For the money, they're an excellent value.

Just a tip for people reading. Remember to use nature if you can saves on gear -Leverage to help brake branches, gravity etc.

My wife just bought me an Esee 6, loved it right off the bat, but watching this video makes me appreciate it even more.

After SEVERELY abusing my kabar USN mk 1 for several years, the grip finally began to loosen a bit on the tang which made me a bit weary. I've been trying to decide pretty much since last fall what I wanted to get to replace it, and this video sealed the deal. Thanks for the time and thought you put into your content. I know it's not much, but did use the link in the description. Keep up the good work.

i bought the Esee 6 a few years back on behalf of your video. Today i still feel secure having it on me when i`m on a bushcraft weekend in Belgium or the Netherlands. Last year i was in Sweden were it really was put into the test. So my answer is yes still the number one survival bushcraft knife for me.

@WhatsthePOINT_EDC

Жыл бұрын

I just got the Esee 6 with the contored g10 scales. Man it’s a beast and the scales look amazing. I can’t wait to get to the shop in the morning to chop some wood and all that good stuff I’ve been waiting to do forever.

Excellent review. I have been looking at this new version for a few months now. It looks like a real winner! Thanks for sharing!

Love my Esee 6. Bought the knife connection handles about a year ago. Just a great knife!

It was funny to me when you were chopping because I was thinking how it would be more efficient to cross baton. And then you did it! I think Cross batoning is such an underrated technique. You can use it to get a small knife like a bk16 to do jobs similar to a large knife. Well done, sir 👍

As usual, great vid. I carried a BK16 for years and went with the Brakimo for a while. Both great knives but totally different grinds. Since watching your vids I recently got the Esee 6. I haven't had it in the field yet but I am looking forward to taking it out on the Colorado trails. It has a longer blade like the Brakimo but has a full grind like the BK16. I personally prefer a full grind in this size of knife. Thank you.

Well balanced, the ergonomics are amazing, the fit & finish is top-notch, the sharpness from the factory is still there. The little details built into the knife, like extended full tang that allows you to use it to pommel, the notches at the back/top of the blade gives your thumb good purchase to whittle, stab, & maneuver the blade. Mine still has the original coyote brown micarta handle and I love it & the original sheath keeps it very secure but is still easy to pull out with a thumb push as you pull.

ESSE 6 my 1st fixed blade bk in 2014. Since I have some of my favorite custom makers build me knives. That 6 still is my most used. I have several esse knives and more to be had. This with new addition will also have to come home.

I was at Smoky Mountain Knife Works Wednesday of this week and that have plenty of Esse knives in stock ready to go!!!!!! FYI this is off subject if your looking for Tops knives there shelf’s a bear and don’t have much in stock!!!! Awesome vid as always!!!

Love mine, i got tkc micarta contour scales to replace the flat scales. Best upgrade ever, i like micarta more than g10 so i went that route. Its processed cords of wood over the years and ive even cut and exhaust pipe in a pinch with it and it ate it for breakfast. Its an epic knife.

Hey Aaron! I bought my Essee 6 a few years back after watching your review on the knife. I still absolutely love it... Its a beast

I bought an ESEE 6 on your recommendation a few years ago. Went G10 scales from TKC along with Keydex sheath, leather belt loop, and ferro rod attachment. Came in about £180 delivered to the UK, and paid £30 import tax on top. Love it.

After a couple of weeks researching, that’s the EXACT knife I’ve chosen to get. Thanks for the review.

@gideonstactical

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

I’ve been using my esee 6 for a year now,and I love it!

Just purchased an ESEE 6P-B plain edge from Amazon. Cannot wait to get it.

I've been on the fence about what size, model. You convinced me with your video. Thank you ! 👍🤠

Great video Aaron. I built my E6 with the beefcake sheath and scales from the knife connection and love it. Throw in the altoids tin fire kit in the sheath and you have a one stop survival option that you wear out in the woods. Love it

I have the candiru, izula II, cr2.5,pr4,4,junglasII and i just wanna say i love evry esee knife in ny knife team !!! From the tip to the handle i only trust esee knifes 😁 my buddy and me was on a bushcraft trip in the black forest (south germany) for 5 days. On my buddys axe broke the handle, knife broken tip but my junglas II in combination with my cr2.5 did evry job great ! I resharpend both by an flat river stone and i love it ! Baton trough big beech no problem. Evry esee worth the money 🥰 thank you

I have been looking at the ESEE 6 for a while, this updated review and comparisons was very helpful.

Just bought the esee6 od green for $120.95 at The Knife Connection. I can't wait til it arrives. You sold me on it over the BK7

Great video thanks. I like Esee and think they are one of the great quality knives out there. But for me I jumped on the chance to order the The Knife Connections Architect line: 6.5 Field Buddy in CPM 3V steel. Going to get the Kydex sheath as they are great but wanted the leather option for know. I will also get the kydex later as they have great options and I like to have both and can switch between the two. Like the tip is thicker and as for survival once I add the 90 degree spine it will be what I have been looking for. Liked your newer videos on their knives. Still plan on getting the jungles Esee in the future as they are great knives.

I have several Essee knives and use and abuse all of them for work (landscaping) and absolutely love them!

Just ordered it now I have them all the only good thing to happen in 2020 thanks for your channel Kim maga

I just ordered mine yesterday and I can’t WAIT to get my paws on it!

I've tried several knives from an inexpensive Mora to higher priced Bark Rivers. Can't say anything bad about any of the knives that I've carried. and they have all served me well. I've beat on my Esee 6 and tried to break it. I believe it is unbreakable The Esee 6 keeps a good edge and the ergonomics are a good fit for my hands. It is the outdoor knife I trust the most and my go to knife.

What sold me on Esee was the style and featuring is subdued - it isn't trying to look tough, and ready to go - nothing to bug me later, just works. I have the Izula, Esee 4, and Junglas.

Excellent Vid. I bought the Modified handle 6 about 130 on Ebay. Love the smaller handle.

Great content, thanks for the well thought out comprehensive evaluation. Liked & Subscribed. Keep it coming!

Excellent review. The one thing I wish is would offer is the black oxide coating instead of the black traction coating.

This Video brings back alot of Memories of all the knife comparison videos between the Esee 6 , Rat 7 and BK 7 I used to watch , I ended up going with the BK 7 and tricked it out over time and 1 big reason was the "full" grip of the handle , I have XL hands and the Becker Knives have some of the Best handle ergonomics around ,imo... But , If you like the full BK scales , Do Not buy any g10 scales from The Knife Connection , although they are nice and colorful, they are also Slim and they take away the nice fullness of the BK scales , so buy the Micarta scales , they are the same size as the factory Zytel ones and they are Awesome, they cost around $45 and you will not regret it ....👍⚔🖖

@daginn896

3 жыл бұрын

I have both the esee 6 with knife conection g10 scales and bk7 with both aftermarked micarta and knife connection g10 scales. And if I had to choose, I dunno. They are both so damn fine.

@greekveteran2715

2 жыл бұрын

or, get a low grit sandpaper, and put scratches on the factory scales of the Beckers. I've made mine, feel and grip very similar to matte finish micarta! That way, you don't have to spend more money, and you don't lose the weight and more important, the balance of the knife!

@brianf9619

2 жыл бұрын

@@greekveteran2715 I agree , I know a lot of people cry about the factory zytel BK scales , and I honestly think that's a KZread Thing , but I never had a problem with them , I think their fine , they are definitely strong , I've never heard of anyone breaking them ....🖖

@greekveteran2715

2 жыл бұрын

@@brianf9619 Marketing and KZread, have done a lot of "damage" on knives and in a lot of info about them. For example, because of newer marketing tricks, people now think, that it's the steel they should look for, and not the other aspects of a knife, something that is 100% wrong. If the heat treatment or the blade/edge geometry is off, doesn't matter what steel it's made of, knife will suck big time! Just an example..

Aw man I just bought and Ontario Rat-7 and love it! I wanted the ESEE but it was a bit out of my price range. A little disappointed you didn’t bring it up in comparison with those other knives since it is a direct competitor to the ESEE and almost the same design. Other than the trash sheath the Rat-7 is super awesome!

Absolutely the most professional knife review!!!

Love my ESSE CM-6! One of my very first fixed blade knives. It's in my pack every time I'm out on the trail... 🇺🇸🔪✊🏼💯

OMG - Is that the predator in the tree's behind your head around 1m40s?

@saiiiiiii1

2 жыл бұрын

Saw the ESEE and instantly left.

@viralkaos930

Жыл бұрын

@@saiiiiiii1 so you couldn’t read Esee in the title?

@mjcole12

Жыл бұрын

@@viralkaos930 I believe he was referring to the predator the op posted about! Predator saw the esee 6 and left

@bruceleroy8063

Жыл бұрын

Only on the hottest days

@Slippindisc

Жыл бұрын

@@viralkaos930 come on man think before you comment

I love the ESEE 6 for the price and the warranty this is one of the best. Now my Survival Knife is the Survive! GSO 5.1. However, if someone wants a great good to go knife I would go with the ESEE 6. I still have mine.

I’m a basic guy my edc blades are a Buck 110 folder and an ESEE Izula fixed blade, if I’m going on a short day or two trip my ESEE 4 comes with me and any extended excursion into the wilderness it’s my trusty ESEE 6. I’d say 95% of my blades are either Buck or ESEE two brands I know and love had one warranty claim with a Buck years ago and they took care of me like a champ. Still trying like hell to break an ESEE to try there warranty but so far there blades have proven to be indestructible.

I’ve have my eyes on Ka- Bar Mark 1 and the Becker BK2 for a while now. Yesterday I chopped down a couple of small trees with the Esee 4 (440C) and put a few nicks on it. All I had with me was a pocket size sharpener but it took care of the blade. I’m impressed by the quality of Esee now, I’m debating if I should get an Esee 6 over the Ka-Bar.

You convinced me about this knife years ago.....I love mine!

@gideonstactical

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear John, hope it gives you a lifetime a good service.

Hey, Aaron. Great video, as usual. I really value your reviews and opinions. I went back and watched your review on the TOPS Brakimo, which I now own. How would you say this Esee 6 would compare with the Brakimo?

I have been running and loving the ESEE 4 or 3 in conjunction with my KABAR Large Heavy Bowie for almost 10 years? (moment of reflection and surprise) Yeah probably about 10 years. The big KABAR lives by my log burner, I have been known on occasion to split firewood in my living room with it... I went with the cheaper option for the true beater at the time and the large Bowie has been good enough, its mostly chopped crayfish and pumpkin I think. If I ever lost it I'd probably replace it with the ESEE 6.

Adoro gli Esee , ho preso ieri il 6 quello del video tuo identico!!!!! Fantastico ma possiedo anche i vari Esee Junglas , Junglas II , Esee 3 ed Esee izula II sono FANTASTICI 😎

It's on my Amazon Christmas list, If I get it I'm gonna take it on my Alaskan 10 item survival training, during my survival training I've seen 2 benchmade knives break under negative temps and excessive use, so far my mora garberg and bushcraft have survived the test of time over the past two years, but the esee 6 looks like its the perfect size for my monster hands. God willing I get one for Christmas and test it under excessive use conditions. My instincts tell me it will hold up very well.

Great video Aaron thanks buddy, I’ve never owned an Esee but I may have to change this

I have been on this train for a LONG time...so long, that my knife is badged an RC-6. I own countless knives. I always come back to the RC-6/ESEE-6. It is still my favorite field knife, after all these years.

This is also competing directly against TKC's Field Buddy Architect models now, which come at a similar price, with the same warranty, but offer a thinner stock and (soon) will come with 3V steel as an option.

Powerful video !! TY As a DAV every $$ valuable 2me so gleaned good intel fm this TY

This year I decided to get a new main field knife and ESEE 4 and 6, TOPS Brakimo, TOPS Tex Creek XL, TOPS Silent Hero, Survive Knives GSO 5.1, and some Work Tuff designs were on my list. I settled on the Brakimo, I just liked the size and grind, plus the sheath didn't need an upgrade. Overall I think I made a good decision, but I wish they had more handle scales available on the market. The factory scales are fine, I just wish there was more options. However, if I would have known about the Knife Connection coming out with the Field Buddy 5.5, I probably would have went with it.

Hi, love the review on the Esse 6. But after watching the review, it has made me question my choice on buying a fixed blade knife and was wondering which one you would recommend. The Esse 6 or the K-Bar Becker BK2 companion? Many thanks in advance.

Great video!! Im just now doing tests with The ESSE 6. Did a auick hitter video. But, the knife has grown on me gonna redo it! Wish id watched this before i tried jumping on the 8" log with my DBAD. Liked to killed me. Love your channel!

Would love to see you make a video for the best wood processor. Batoning, splitting wood, feather sticks, etc. I know you love the esee 6 and tops silent hero, but are they the best wood processors in the mid weight survival knife category? Thanks!

Get it from the knife connection with a good kydex sheath and 3D scales much better. Also strip the powder coat, add petunia and sand and polish the choil. Great knife just needs some mods.

Great video, do you have any plans to review the ESEE CM-6?

I bought the blue contoured scale ESEE5 and absolutely love it. I even use it in the house for those occasional cutting tasks where I need a savage blade.

@joegreen8300

2 жыл бұрын

I was just About to ask…. Am I weird for using this to cut meat and veggies haha

@Madman6505

2 жыл бұрын

@@joegreen8300 not at all, but it's a little thick for a kitchen knife. Instead of machine oil I use olive oil on any knives that I'm going to use for food prep.

Hi there! Really liked this video! Can you please tell me about these "new" handles, do you prefer the micarta ou the G10 ones? I am thinking about buying one but not sure about the handle material... Thank you.

Hello first of all your videos are great 👍 after, following your advice, I have already bought a lot of equipment, and I have never been disappointed, and once again, I have just bought it, it is great for me, very large hands, but top thanks to you and many more videos please 😉 Luigi Belgian Ardennes

if you have extra large hands, I would recommend getting a silent hero in hand before buying one. a good friend of mine has one, and loves it. I really liked the blade geometry, and the weight and balance. but the handle scales were so small my hand was actually cramping after making a one stick fire. I wear XL leather gloves, and tend to need to stretch the knuckles out before they fit comfortably. I have been wanting an Esee 6 for several years, and haven't been able to swing the finances yet. but they definitely rock

@jonnyboat2

3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I read this comment. I have always wanted a Silent Hero, but after one other review saying the handle wasn’t centered very well to the blade and awkward feeling along with this comment and my xxl hands, the Silent Hero isn’t going to be a Silent Zero, but it drops lower on my list of knives to buy.

The Esee 6 is one of my favorite knives

I'm not sure how I got here and I don't know anything about knives .... but I think this video is really well done.

After going through some financial suffering where most all my guns and knives went down the road, and I was finally able to get a knife again, but only one, I went with this 3D esee 6!!!

@zacharykennedy922

Жыл бұрын

How do you like it?

@adods9824

9 ай бұрын

Me too, but HM handle. Now i am here researching a 3D handle. I have found a gorgeous one in black blade / tan 3D handle. Typing this has made me decide; am getting it next pay day !!! 😁👍🏻

I like that you say ‘mid weight’ survival knife. I personally don’t consider a knife a ‘survival’ knife unless it weighs at least sixteen ounces. I’m a big guy so a pound of steel isn’t that much of a problem for me on a five day backpacking trip through the mountains.

I went into the store expecting to want the new handles, i tried both the new and old version and actually dound the older version way more comfortable. The new handles i found for me, felt like it tapered way too much from the palm swell. Like they took the old scales ans sinpley took material off on the blade and butt end so its almost for small hands. Glad i found an older version.

In Colorado a 6 is a phenominal choice especially if you only pack a saw & a blade as it is really the smallest size that easily handles sheltercraft as well as splinting dead fall. Use the saw to buck it up, & the 6 to baton it. I owned a standard 4 & 6 years ago, & while they were great knives when I needed some money they were on the chopping block. I just picked up the 4HM in leather (I need good kydex), & a 6 with ESEE 3D scales & both knives are so much better in my opinion than the originals. Sure the 4HM isn't as good for self defense do to only the choil to stop your hand from sliding up on the blade, but a reverse grip with your thumb on the butt of the spine will work. So it may not be the best for LEOs & military where the thinner profile & the finger guard are benefitial, but for those of us using for EDC or campcraft they are amazing for working for long periods.

The ESEE 6 is my favorite survival knife. It checks all the boxes of survival knife attributes and has the best warranty in the industry.

@timrice5342

2 жыл бұрын

i am sorry but for what we are all buying survival knives for....... Warranty wont mean diddly........

also getting tons of lashing options on the polymer sheath versus losing chicago screws on the kydex sheath - but kydex is sexy

If anyone is still watching I just ordered one of these and had a couple questions. Even though the blade is coated, does the sharpened edge need to stay oiled? If so, is it smart to also oil the micarta for water repulsion? Regarding the Work Tuff Elbrus, the swedge seems more like a combat feature than a non-combat survival feature, right? Seems like the swedge would make batoning more difficult due to the spine having that apex, and would chew into whatever baton you were using. Elbrus looks like a great Ka-Bar replacement though.

This tool is great! But I hope that there will be a video introducing all the tools of relative budget.worth about 20 dollars.Thanks for sharing!

The Esee factory 3D contoured handles were intended for use with gloves.

Nice update. Thanks, Aaron.

Just bought mine 2 weeks ago i love it

I dig the ESEE6, classic blade shape and serviceable steel.

Plus it'll stick alot easier when throwing it at trees unlike the tracker it'll hit almost Everytime but most time it's to heavy and broad to stick

I have to get an Esse 6 after seeing this. Would G10 be as good or better than micarta? 85% of use will not be in the rain/wet. But I don’t usually wear gloves and I don’t want hot spots.

Thank you so much for your reviews!!

This is a great video. Consider doing a video similar to this on the esee 5 and then the 4, 3, etc.

Agree with all your inputs here. For $120 it's still awesome and still VERY capable. My favorite 3D handle colors are the coyote and black ones.

The two serious competitors to the Esee 6 out there right now is the WorkTuff Wilderness Warrior and the Architect Field Buddy 6.5. I would absolutely love to see those three knives in a direct comparison/field competition.

I go combo with an Esse 4 and a Silky Folding pull saw. Reasonable weight and enhanced capability. Hatchets are for trucks.

@gideonstactical

Жыл бұрын

Love the Esee 4 HM but the original with the choil was never for me.

Would u choose the esee 5 or 6 for the do all survival knife?

Thanks again for another in-depth review. I think I’ll be going for the Esee 4 but it was interesting to see you put this model through it’s paces. Looks like a great knife!

I’m thinking of getting this or the TOPS Knives Apache Dawn are they similar in chopping?

My survival Knife for yrs has been a TOPS BOB,But the ESEE is very Nice.

I have a lot of knives, and I always go back to the Esee 6 and the BK7. And I carry the Esee 6 the most and use it the most. Something about the feel and carry. Outstanding knife. Great review! thanks!

@markveganism5003

Жыл бұрын

I'm currently going for either the esse 6 or bk7 ..not got a chance to hold either ..or the onterio rat 7 ..the rat 7 is like £ 80 cheaper in UK..why is this when using the same 1095 steel 🤔

Is this a good replacement for a Gerber Strongarm (my truck got broken into and it got stolen) im looking at replacing?

I just picked up the same exact knife for a great deal recently. I have always wanted a 6 but didn't care for the coating. Thankfully the previous owner felt the same way and had the Esee stripped and gun-blued. It feels awesome in hand and I'm super excited about taking it out on my next camping trip.

I have esee 6 the black coating has been removed due to overuse. What do we need to do, to make black again

I'm not a huge fan of choils. The ESEE 6 does look ok with the choil the way they designed it. I own a BK 7 and the grips were slick. I took a wood burner and stippled the grip scales taking care of the slippery problem. The sheath that comes with the BK is ok at best so yeah and upgrade would be worth the money.

Just ordered one with the new 3d handles. Since I can't get my DTK Honey Badger

Esse 4 so far is my favorite. I almost ways carry HATCHET with me in the field. So I can get away with smaller blade . If I didnt carry that HATCHET for sure it would be Esse 6..

I love my ESEE6. Big chunky, but very usable and easy to maintain. It's a tie between my Fallkniven A1, and this. I just wish the A1 came with a micarta handle. But I've had a kraton handled cold steel Kukri since 98, and the handle is still fine...so it may not be an issue.

WTG the nomad or cudeman entries 155-mc im looking at them two for an all rounder everyday spec

normal handles or 3D ones?! which one is suitable for big hands and feel more komfy?

Is there ONE knife that you suggest to have with you in the woods?

The essee six is ok but a better option is the condor low drag it has the same blade basically and micarta handles with a nice leather sheath for only 80$

How does this compare to the 6 HM as far as handle comfort?

I really like the new ones the handles. They are better. One day I will get a ESEE 6 . I messed with the sc4 don't really like it ,it's okay but it's hard to replace my BK 16 .

Just ordered the ESEE 5 the 6 is next on my list

10:31 Did Bryan flip us off? 😂 Serious question: Esse 6 on fire steel? I bought this knife, using your link I believe, a couple years ago. I love the knife for all the reasons you talk about in this video, but I noticed you didn’t do any fire starting. I have found that either the spine geometry or the blade coating or both make using the Esse 6 on fire steel like using a butter knife :( Your thoughts?