I got the Steel Will Argonaut because of your original video on it, and I've never had a moment's regret. When I'm on the trail, even if I'm belt carrying another knife, either the Argonaut or the Strongarm is in/on my pack as backup. They both just do anything that's needed, and are ideal for maintenance in my high-humidity, coastal environment.

And the winner for under $100.00 is: Terava Jääkäripuukko 110 & 140 BAM!

@maaflyaa8571

5 жыл бұрын

You are damn right :D.... Nothing can beat that beast!

@danroxas9846

5 жыл бұрын

Totally agree on this!

@mattkandel2449

5 жыл бұрын

I got the 140 and wish I had gotten the 110... The extra length feels unnecessary. I'll have to get the 110 to complete the collection.

@danroxas9846

5 жыл бұрын

Matt Kandel I got the 110. I have some knives that I get to use every now and then but somehow I always end up with the terava. It is just an awesome knife. My son is starting to like it, so I might just order the 140. We’ll see... or I might try the real steel gardarik...

@mattkandel2449

5 жыл бұрын

@@danroxas9846- Honestly it's so similar to the 110 that I don't think it's worth it. Would be more fun to experience different knives from some different companies. Real Steel, Steel Will, Kizlyar Supreme. My Kizlyar Supreme Urban in niolox is one of my favorite edc knives.

I own a Gerber Gator Premium that's been heavily used and just picked up another with the gut hook. In case you don't know the gut hook version has a little longer blade length. Love these knives.

I want to thank you for all your videos, finally chose my first knife for camping/hiking/bushcraft. The Mora Garberg! I’ll also carrying a hatchet with me too. Just starting out and your vids have been great👍

@basednorsegael1089

2 жыл бұрын

What hatchet are you thinking?

Wow...great video!! I love all of those knives. The hardest part is trying to figure out which one to get next!!

Another great video! Thanks a bunch didn’t know about the cold steel or mora version you showed. Still love the fixed gator

Nice lineup! I like all of these, only own 3 Mora's but my dad has the Gator and swears by it, had it all through the military and it's still in decent shape.

One thing to mention on the Garberg's thickness (0.13" or 3.2 mm) is that due to the low scandi grind 2/3 of the blade stock remain untouched and intact, thus making it just as tough as some thicker knives with flat grinds or high saber grinds.

@jamesaritchie1

4 жыл бұрын

That doesn't even make sense. Even if it did, stainless is a horrible choice for any knife you're taking into the wilderness, and Mora carbon steel is third rate, at best. Even Mora stainless isn't very good steel, but Mora carbon is pretty bad. There is no other carbon steel that chips as easily, or that is as easy to chip along the edge apex. I've even seen sizable chunks blown out of a Mora spine with a ferro rod.

I was just looking at the steel will knife last week thinking about trying one out- and happen to find you did a review on it!

I like the fact that different grinds (scandi, saber, ffg) were represented. I was surprised that the Gerber is about $100 with S30V steel, and it has no serrations! The sheath looked nice as well.

@jamesaritchie1

4 жыл бұрын

I'm surprised anyone would pay more than fifty bucks for any version of any Gerber. S30V, my left hind leg. That knife is junk, and the steel is worthless.

You should try out a Terava Jakaaripuukko and give it a review. I have one and its a great carbon steel knife. They have a great leather sheath for it too all for about $60, or just the knife for about $30. Great for those on a budget. I think it beats the Garberg.

@mh-ey4wf

5 жыл бұрын

Jaakaripuukko 140 stainless is 70 euros atm..

Joker knives would fit into this list quite nicely. That Campero man, so sweet. And the Trampero is also extremely comfortable with a wicked scandi. Hmmm, those Gators are looking better and better. I might have to look around for one. I appreciate a nice, comfortable handle.

All the knives shown are good knives. I would've liked to have seen the Kizer Little River Bowie among them. Great knife for edc, camp,hiking,hunting and can do bushcraft if need be. I'm really enjoying the one I have.

For me , CS Master Hunter's . I own both , the 3V and SanMai. The SanMai version is 3/16" all the way to the tip and it has a full flat convex grind with basically a secondary bevel , it's kind of Bravo 1 esk, imo, you should really try one they are $75.00 on Amazon right now and the SW 3v model is $99.00 , great deals . Also the SanMai is easier to sharpen than the VG1steel alone , they must do a different heat treat , because it also has incredible torxtional capabilities , you can pry the crap out of this knife with no problems, watch the CS videos , it's all true .

Can you please give a little more information on that Esee 4 sheath and the extra backing you mentioned? Where would I find that?

I love these cold steel master hunters so much that I have bought 6 of them

Hey how about the cold steel SRK I've carried one for years and love it! It might be a little big for this list? But I paid $72 for mine I have been carrying it ever since! Thanks for another great video!

Steel Will Argonaut is a great knife...my question is why didn’t you consider one of the mini Druids by steel will for belt knife or the schrade schf 55 or 56 LM or even 59?

I'm a huge Cold Steel fan, but i need to get one of those Esse knifes. Awesome episode Aaron and keep up the great content Sir.

@bp-hx9ts

5 жыл бұрын

Jerry Johnson II I wouldn’t get an esee but to each there own

What is your personal procedure for removing that type of surface rust on the ESSE ??

Those are all good looking knives and any one of them would be great to have, but I would probably get the Gerber since I am one of their best customers, and because I trust their quality.

Awesome video as usual! You've never let me down with your recommendations. Thank you

Kinda surprised there aren’t any Schrades or Ka Bar Beckers on this list.

Great video, always love the concept videos! God bless!

The Esee 6 seems to be a very good all-round camp knife. So want one.

I bought an Enzo Trapper 115 full flat grind in 12c27 for £88, couldn't be happier.

So have a itch to buy another knife now lol decisions decisions tks for another great brief review!

ESEE JG5 $114-$130 nessmuk style fixed blade ... 1095 steel ... shines @ food prep , skinning , & light camp chores

My favorite fixed belt knife is the TOPS C.U.T 4.0 for $110-120.

The one I've had my eyes on is Ka-Bar's Jarosz Globetrotter. I'm surprised you didn't mention that one.

@gideonstactical

5 жыл бұрын

Uncommon Guest too small to fit in the lists size

Maybe for a future video check out the VZ grips daggers

How does Cudeman come in to play?

2 years later on this one.i carry basic mora spark mora garberg carbon.and Black.

Great choices. An alternative to the Garberg would be the Bushcraft Black. I can't recall if that was on your under $50 list.

@gideonstactical

5 жыл бұрын

Doug Lloyd I would take the kansbol

@jc433j5

5 жыл бұрын

Right now the garberg stainless with the leather sheath is under 60$ on amazon

yes, i love gerber too

Are your blades just covered in rust?

Are wearing a G-Shock 5600?. I carry my Puukko knife in my tough sheath

Very Nice revieuw again Arron

Stole his 5 year old niece sunglasses

@gideonstactical

5 жыл бұрын

Derek Davies and she isn’t getting them back

@mknoxjackson

5 жыл бұрын

Plus he moves his face up into the camera and growls. What a real outdoor survivalist , what a real man. Just look at that iron-fisted grip he maintains on that knife....I'm impressed....

@michaelphillippi4676

4 жыл бұрын

Derek Davies She gave the glasses to him because her second grade friends told her they looked lame.

@ccmogs5757

4 жыл бұрын

He had to steal them , he spent his last $100 on a knife :)

Hey Aaron, I think I've found the best budget friendly knife for bushcraft under 100.00,seen it on prepared mind101,it's jaarkariipukko110 knife,awesome steel, full tang an thick spine an it's has a big brother th 140,the 110 is around 65.00 an that's if you get the leather sheaths with it from Sweden, 9.00shipping an handling, ty though I'd let you know unless you've already reviewed it.

good list for the most part! gerber gator, why would you have a finger choil on a 4" knife..... those esee's are a very nice design but too soft to take or hold a good edge, ive been somewhat dissapointed with mine in that regard

#1 Cold Steel Bushman $20-$25 #2 BK5 $65-$90 #3 Tops Backpacker Bowie $95-$110 #4 OKC Rtak2 $85-$95 #5 BK9 $80-$90

i really hope this video acknowledges those crazy shades before the end.

@hervue85

5 жыл бұрын

Them shades are really annoying to me, especially the ones with the line green frame. Smh... Good contents nontheless.

I'd like to see a viddy about your views on tactical specs👊😎

Pks scorpion with curly maple handle and its sheath

You might want to try the Ruike F118 Jager. ;)

I have two of the five. Esee stays in the jeep and the garberg stays in my bug out bag. Edit cause spelling is hard.

Nice knives for the price. Thanks for sharing.

@jamesaritchie1

4 жыл бұрын

No, not great "for the price". There is no such thing. Either a knife is great, or it isn't. And any knife over about a hundred bucks is overpriced because a cheaper knife can do everything it does, and often more.

If you were picking one and preferably USA made for a hunting knife which one would you go with?

@gideonstactical

5 жыл бұрын

Osborn Outdoors Gerber gator

Compact self-defense fixed blades under $100 vid please lol

Excellent video, but you missed a good one. Check out the Hess Outdoorsman.

Hey there, I am missing some great European made knives in your reviews. Would like to see a review on the JEO-TEC Nº21 to throw a Spanish knife in the round. Have one my self. Great steel, nice grind, good sheeth with some great addons. Very good price for what you get. Boy does this grind eat it self into wood! Check it out! Cheers.

If I may ask your personal opinion on the one knife that I have on in you used for now over 38 years it is ready for replacement I would like to keep the same knife but I am looking at other possibilities my personal life is a Buck 110 it has been my favorite knife for over 38 years what is your opinion on it if you don't mind

@glbwoodsbum2567

5 жыл бұрын

Buck 110 is a very proven knife. Nothing wrong with that knife at all!!!

I cant follow along for those shades

Personaly I prefere a rounded knife back close at the handle. Ir's much more comfortable for carving

how about ESEE 4?

Blue Alpha is the best and cheapest... $45 and stiff as hell for over 5 years...washing and drying it too. I have 5 of their belts

My favorite channel

no Buck 119?

Nice deal on the Garberg right now at $55/56 for the two different satin versions.

@PerceptionVsReality333

5 жыл бұрын

What website?

@maysdogus

5 жыл бұрын

@@PerceptionVsReality333 amazon, just use the link in the description.

@PerceptionVsReality333

5 жыл бұрын

@@maysdogus Thanks, I just ordered it, the regular Sandvik model w/ leather sheath.

I really prefer the non-reflective blades; more easily concealed even when drawn.

@jamesaritchie1

4 жыл бұрын

Well, any carbon steel will take a patina, and stainless is a horrible choice for wilderness use, so that shouldn't be a problem, if you buy quality knives. But who are you trying to conceal the knife from? Real life isn't a Rambo movie, and no one is going to care one way or the other whether they can see your knife.

I agree with the field knives choices but if you pick a tactical knife for that price, go with the cs recon tanto

@gideonstactical

5 жыл бұрын

DeadCanto own it, and the SW trumps it in handle ergos for me.

I ASKED FOR THIS VID!

Jeff white bush or bush 2 60-80$ best knife hands down

Little detail you left out from this video, being about belt knifes; how they carry on the belt and how practical the sheats are. JMHO Great video anyways.

Master Hunter or OKC Cerberus for small fixed blade camp knife ?

@gideonstactical

5 жыл бұрын

CS MH

@MustHaveJustice

5 жыл бұрын

gideonstactical thanks for getting back!

Is it impractical to carry a good kitchen paring knife in your kitchen/cook kit for food prep so you are not dependent on 1 knife for everything.

@landonblazer3417

5 жыл бұрын

No, it's a great idea for camping

ESEE 4HM. Belt knife perfection.

GT where are you finding the Esee with the Kydex?

@gideonstactical

5 жыл бұрын

Boweimer 1 check out the amazon links when you click the the Esee description and some will have leather and some will have kydex.

@sski1971

5 жыл бұрын

gideonstactical thank you sir

Someday i would like to see some other knives and not only Gerbers, Cold Steels or Moras (exp Enzo etc)

Nice man. I really like my Mora Garberg in stainless it's a great bushcrafter and a fantastic 90 degree spine.

@jamesaritchie1

4 жыл бұрын

Stainless is a very poor choice for any wilderness knife. It can make the difference between life and death.

@mikey13b

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamesaritchie1 why is that?

Cant decide between the esee hm or laser strike

@gideonstactical

5 жыл бұрын

J MAR have had both, Esee 4hm

I suggest doing 10 over $100 cuz then you get I to some great knives like bark river and other american made knives

HOW COULD YOU FORGET THE Ontario Black Bird SK5 😭. Have a great weekend, and farther god keep you and your family safe in this treatable time that we live in.

@bp-hx9ts

5 жыл бұрын

john weiser the sk5 is kinda meh

#mailbag Hi Aaron, thanks for carry on with the channel, I really like the videos and the way you do it. I would like to ask you... if you had to have a tattoo what would it be and where would you do it?

Nice choices. Just can’t seem to like the Gator though. Just think it’s fugly.

@gideonstactical

5 жыл бұрын

oblivion tactical no way it’s beautiful lol

did you consider the Cold Steel SRK knife? Several steels available.

@gideonstactical

5 жыл бұрын

M. Myrick yep. Like my argonaut more

I just checked master hunter at coldsteel web page, it is $200 in 3v and $170 in sanmai.

Aaron got a touch of the Elton John's.

Love your chanel can you make review to svord peasant?

2:24 for start

The Garberg is interesting. I own the SS version & its marketed as a survival knife. Like GT said it excels as a bushcraft knife. For this reason I personally can’t say it’s worth the 100 dollar price point, I wouldn’t of put it on this list, it’s to expensive for what you get. You can buy a different Mora that does the same for a 1/3rd of the price. IMO

@youtubevoice1050

5 жыл бұрын

Now you can get it for nearly half that price, though, as other commenters mentioned. I'm not sure it's marketed as a survival knife, just as Mora's toughest knife. It's definitely a bushcraft knife, but with the ruggedness suited for hard use.

@sski1971

5 жыл бұрын

KZreadVoice just saw that. 55 dollars on Amazon is a good deal.

Thank you for this series excellent content. Gerber strong arm in Urban Grey ..is hot for teacher.

Those green shades, what are they??

@dansmith7465

5 жыл бұрын

Trash.

@gideonstactical

5 жыл бұрын

SeagullG awesome knockaround glasses. Check out the link in the description. Friends and family are rocking different styles and love them.

Give me a DH Russell original belt knife from Grohmans in Canada. Top quality, and unique and very useful design. $85 USD.

@glbwoodsbum2567

5 жыл бұрын

I've often wondered about that knife. Maybe someday I'll buy it. Very unique design.

@RafaelSantos-vg3jd

4 жыл бұрын

Excellent choice knife. Cold Steel even copied a version of that knife.

What’s going on that apple?

I'd just buy a strong arm and call it a day

It used to be only $100 when I bought mine 3 years ago (now it's $140?).... but the Tops/Buck CSAR-T fixed blade w/ 154CM steel, Rocky mountain tread grips and a slightly under 5" blade IS the best fixed blade. Oh... and Gerber instantly eliminated 12-13% of the population with their right hand only sheath. Not too smart... lefties do a lot of outdoors stuff. I do.

@errolhook3975

5 жыл бұрын

Art the Mouse carry it in reverse. A right handed guy carries on the left a lot. If carrying a side arm I use a crass draw or weak hand carry. No big deal.

The 3v cold steel for the win. Though after years that handle might sketch out

Great video

The teep of the knife

You should put them sunglasses on eBay

Esee laser strike ...115$.... phenomenal

Why’s it called gideons and not Aaron’s tactical

Every thing about these knives seems to be "great", "amazing", fantastic" "awesome", " mind blowing" etc, words that are banded about far too easily in my opinion in our days.... makes me wonder just how valid these reviews actually are when you bombard practically everything with complements.

great video! lose the green shades.

not sure why but before this video started, there was an ad about a birth control product called annovera. some ring you stuff in the vag. I'm a dude and I've been single for years. LOL

My shtf work knife is the buck 119 who agrees?

Esee 4 all the way.

Cool