New collector here, just ordered this exact style Copperlock and I’m pretty anxious. How do you feel about it one year later?
@TheKnifeRaven3 күн бұрын
Welcome to collecting! This model is still perfectly sound, a year later. Sadly, I selected it in-person, so I knew what I was getting. Good luck if you ordered one online! Cheers!
@decibellone69610 күн бұрын
these are great knifes but, not for carry IMO. i love them in my tackle box or camp site.
@TheKnifeRaven9 күн бұрын
They're a little bulky in terms of dimension, but extremely lightweight. I can certainly see how they'd make a great camp knife, but I enjoy them for daily carry! Cheers!
@lewisgreenway506510 күн бұрын
Like the blade dislike the handle to slab sided and I would send it back with gap being so bad at the back end, like French knives but not this one. 🙄
@TheKnifeRaven10 күн бұрын
@@lewisgreenway5065 Perfectly fair. I can certainly see how the gapping could be a nuisance! Regardless, it's still a shockingly sturdy little knife-and hey, my Dad enjoys it! Cheers, as always, Lewis!
@davidkurle541812 күн бұрын
What??? A French knife with no blade rap??? 😆Nice looking piece, buddy!
@TheKnifeRaven12 күн бұрын
I know! Shocking, isn't it? 🤣 Cheers, as always!
@RandysWSG12 күн бұрын
That's a great looking one! Excellent video as well!!
@TheKnifeRaven12 күн бұрын
Thanks, as always, Randy! Cheers!
@Yellow_Devil_12 күн бұрын
So the knife has both a blade kick AND a stop pin? What is the point in that?
@TheKnifeRaven12 күн бұрын
I'm not exactly sure, really! 😅 Nothing I've seen regarding the Pradel's history seems to explain why such a choice was made. Perhaps this is unique to Coursolle? I do not know. Cheers!
@Yellow_Devil_11 күн бұрын
@@TheKnifeRaven Umh, I checked a couple of other reviews for Pradel patterns manufactured by other makers and they also seem to feature both blade kick and stop pin. It would be interesting to find out how the original model was as intended by Mr. Pradel... As it is, I guess you can still get either blade rap or proud tips, depending on which stops the blade first, the stop pin or the kick, respectively!
@TheKnifeRaven10 күн бұрын
@@Yellow_Devil_ This has only increased my curiosity! I'd thought that, maybe, this was something Coursolle did, specifically, but I see that I must be wrong! I suppose this leaves more room for research? 😁 Cheers, as always!
@IanRosie-mx6rn13 күн бұрын
Until the penny dropped, it used to confuse the hell out of me that there was a Pradel pattern and a Pradel knife manufacturer. I think that handle is called a coffin handle. It looks like it's been constructed with typical French 'joie de vivre', and to be honest you could find similar on the Taylor's basic Barlow at one time, if not still, which I can't help but compare it to. Like the Taylor's, it also looks like it will last a lifetime. It's funny, but since collecting French knives myself, I've also stopped letting knives snap shut.
@TheKnifeRaven12 күн бұрын
A 'coffin handle' is actually a very accurate term to describe the Pradel's shape. I certainly appreciate the construction for the cost. It's far from perfect, but I can't really fault it as a work knife. Oh, and yes, Taylor's basic Barlows features the same tang style. Cheers, as always!
@IanRosie-mx6rn12 күн бұрын
@@TheKnifeRaven Yeah, I forgot to say, I really dig the bolster design. I think traditionally, the 'coffin handle' has more of a slope to the shoulders than this Pradel is exhibiting, but it's the closest pattern that I can see.
@TheKnifeRaven11 күн бұрын
@@IanRosie-mx6rn I love the shape, too. It's pretty much just the French take on a Spearpoint knife, but the lines seem a little more elegant, to me. Cheers!
@patrickmunneke834813 күн бұрын
I was thinking about this one.
@TheKnifeRaven12 күн бұрын
Certainly a nice worker! Cheers!
@crossxcats16 күн бұрын
neat little knife
@TheKnifeRaven16 күн бұрын
@@crossxcats Indeed! Cheers!
@This_Old_Man_Prays17 күн бұрын
I'd classify that as a "Cigar jack". Sleeveboard Jacks are slightly narrower at the blade end.
@TheKnifeRaven17 күн бұрын
Thank you for the assessment! Cheers!
@cinders30219 күн бұрын
May I ask where in AB you are located?
@TheKnifeRaven19 күн бұрын
I'd prefer not to say. I try to remain as anonymous as possible-sometimes bordering on being paranoid! 😂 (That’s why I have yet to do a face reveal) If it helps, I have been to Sundre, before. Sadly, Mr. Tamer's shop was closed for the day! A shame, indeed. Cheers!
@cinders30219 күн бұрын
Metal frets on wooden guitar necks raise or show burrs when the wood around them shrink. It's especially noticeable when wood dries out in places such as here in Alberta where winters are harshly dry and our overall humidity is low compared to areas near large bodies of water. It means taking off the strings, taping off the neck, re-filing, and reburnishing the steel frets. I would imagine the same goes for knives - especially when the wood isn't indigenous to the location of harvest
@TheKnifeRaven19 күн бұрын
A worthy assessment-you could very well be correct. Cheers!
@cinders30219 күн бұрын
Nice review.
@TheKnifeRaven19 күн бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@cinders30219 күн бұрын
The brand has been around along time. Generational family steelsmiths/knife builders from Turkey. Joseph is the son who of all things, chose Sundre, Alberta as his home base. The family builds numerous steel items back in Turkey. Joseph also sells numerous other items not related to knives, but is still part of the family business. He has some amazing blades of various styles. I'm helping him with his English so that he doesn't have to rely on a translator app.
@cinders30219 күн бұрын
Oh, and yes, he has a working craftsman shop in the back of his retail store.
@TheKnifeRaven19 күн бұрын
Pinned! Thank you for sharing this information! I appreciate the clarifications. 😊 I was unaware he had a workshop within his storefront. Does this mean the knives are actually crafted/assembled here in Canada? Or are other products made utilising the shop? I'd be happy to know! Thanks again. Cheers!
@tramp-r1c19 күн бұрын
☎️🐂💩
@ianrankin129319 күн бұрын
Love Otter knives,just added a Mercator Safari to the collection 🇩🇪
@TheKnifeRaven19 күн бұрын
@@ianrankin1293 I just saw the Safari model, yesterday! Great choice, in my opinion. Cheers, as always!
@BryansKnivesKy21 күн бұрын
Baxter Blades sent me over! Thanks for the video. First I’ve heard of this knife company!
@TheKnifeRaven20 күн бұрын
Oh! I was unaware I'd be given a shoutout! I'll have to go thank Baxter. This is a pretty excellent brand in terms of traditional, French knives. I'd highly recommend them, especially at their price! Cheers!
@BryansKnivesKy20 күн бұрын
@@TheKnifeRaven Thanks! I ordered one. Can’t wait to get it.
@TheKnifeRaven20 күн бұрын
@@BryansKnivesKy Ah! Which model did you go for? 😃
@BryansKnivesKy20 күн бұрын
@@TheKnifeRaven The Coutellerie au Sabot Barrel Oak
@TheKnifeRaven20 күн бұрын
@@BryansKnivesKy Great choice, friend! 😊 Cheers!
@BaxtersBlades22 күн бұрын
Thats a fantastic looking knife!
@TheKnifeRaven22 күн бұрын
Simple, yet elegant! Cheers, as always!
@davidkurle541823 күн бұрын
Nice looking knife! Cheers, buddy!
@TheKnifeRaven23 күн бұрын
Cheers, David!
@dirtypatwalsh23 күн бұрын
The recruit and the classic SD are all I need in my pocket for sure. I’ve carried larger SAK’s all my life but like this one best as it’s just a jackknife with a few extras. Awesome! Hey! I’m in Ontario Canada…you said you paid Canadian dollars…🇨🇦👍
@TheKnifeRaven23 күн бұрын
The Recruit and Classic make for a great pair. Both are excellent knives. Alberta, here! 😁🇨🇦 Cheers!
@ianrankin129323 күн бұрын
I will need to check out Knives of France again,thanks for showing us that one KR
@TheKnifeRaven23 күн бұрын
'Tis a great website-certainly worth a look! Thanks for watching. Cheers, as always!
@lewisgreenway506523 күн бұрын
Like the Opinel in regards to the blade full cutting edge, no frills work knife. 😁
@TheKnifeRaven23 күн бұрын
Much agreed, there! Cheers, as always, Lewis!
@patrickmunneke834824 күн бұрын
Man I got to pick one up. I just bought the Squirrel from the same company that makes douk douk
@TheKnifeRaven24 күн бұрын
I'd like to try the Squirrel! Very neat knife. Cheers!
@tonnynijholt709026 күн бұрын
I've just started watching knife videos a couple of weeks back. I was like, how do these different channels sound like the same person. Then I saw TheStreamingElderman uploaded his last video more then a year ago when this channel started. I asked a question on your old channel which I will repeat here if you don't mind. As I told you I bought my first Opinel. The only complaint I would have is that it's kinda tough to open. I wonder if I could and should use some oil, since it's the steel against the wood. Didn't just want to start spraying around with WD40. Greetings from the Netherlands
@TheKnifeRaven25 күн бұрын
My apologies if I left any questions unanswered. I almost never use that channel, so I suspect I'd have a lot of comments to get through! To answer your question regarding Opinel, I'd suggest using camellia blade oil, or plain mineral oil. Flood the pivot/joint area with the lubricant and simply work the action for a while. This is how I've managed to loosen my Opinels in the past. Bear in mind, it isn't such a significant change so as to make the knife unsafe or overly loose, but it does help if the action is too stiff. Hope this helps and apologies, again for having not responded to the question, sooner! Cheers from Canada!
@tonnynijholt709025 күн бұрын
@@TheKnifeRaven Cheers mate and no apologies needed! I'm going to order some oil with my next purchase, thanks for the tip! I need exactly what you say, it's just a little to tight for me not to worry about my nail every time haha. Would you also use that on the wooden handle? Keep up to good work!
@TheKnifeRaven25 күн бұрын
@@tonnynijholt7090 Both oils work wonders on handles, pivots and blades, alike. It'll keep the blade free from rust, the handle shiny, and the pivot nice and smooth! Cheers!
@emilychippie277126 күн бұрын
If it really bugs you, you could get a local knife maker with a belt sander to reprofile the spine of the blade so that it goes back to the Ettrick pointed shape. A place to find a 'berta knife maker may be Canadian Knifemaker Supply - they have a link to knife maker profiles on their site. Another option is to do it yourself with a progressive series of stones. Trace the profile from an untouched Ettrick onto the blade with a marker. Clamp the blade in a vise with soft jaws . Wear hand protection & watch out for the cutting edge and point. Have at it - takes forever but the advantage to doing it with stones is low $$$ cost and no chance of overheating the tip of the blade. Best of luck,
@emilychippie277126 күн бұрын
The replacement Lambfoot sent to me by the FSS as compensation for the first broken backspacing Lambsfoot also broke in the same manner in less than a week. Lots of other world knives to look at Spain, Portugal, Japan, Eastern Europe and of course France all have interesting historic contributions to pocket cutlery. French Friction folders have become one of my favourites to collect. No problems importing from Knives of France in TX. The world is your oyster - you know what to do. Cheers,
@TheKnifeRaven26 күн бұрын
I've got nothing against Sheffield-far from it. I love English knives, but for now, I'll be trying something different. It's interesting how you mention Knives of France...friction folders, specifically. I just received an order from Stèphane, which included a lovely Montpellier! I'm very excited to make a video on it. 😁 Thanks again for watching and commenting. Cheers, as always!
@tonnynijholt709028 күн бұрын
Nice video man! I bought my first Opinel last week, a No 08 to accommodate me on my first camping trip! :D And now I think I want a 06 as a EDC. Would love to try the carbone steel one but I agree they should offer it with other wood handles. Here in the Netherlands, you can get the Opinel No 06 pretty cheap via the web though. €10,80 for Inox and Carbone with beach wood. Oak, Walnut and Olive are €16,50 and Padouk with polished blade is €21,90.
@TheKnifeRaven28 күн бұрын
I'm glad you're enjoying your Opinel! The No.6 is a perfect EDC. I'd suggest Beechwood/Carbon as a first choice, but the Padouk model makes for a lovely gentleman's knife. All in all, they're great knives! Thank you for watching and commenting! Cheers from Canada!
@slick_slicers29 күн бұрын
Having been an officer in the British Royal Naval reserve, I bought one of these as soon as I saw it. I bought the small one initially, but added a large one soon after. It has white smooth bone and a blue blade. It really is a beautiful piece, but as you say marginal for Carrie in the UK. I’ve never actually cut anything with it, because I’m not sure how well the bluing would hold up!
@TheKnifeRaven29 күн бұрын
I forgot you bought both sizes. I just remembered the small one- great video, by the way! The blued model is gorgeous, but it would end up being a 'Safe Queen' for me...I couldn't justify risking that finish! Thanks for stopping by, as always. Cheers!
@BrilukieАй бұрын
A locking knife is illegal in use UK
@JowleadАй бұрын
Have owned 3 and all 3 back springs broke within one week of ownership. This is a very validating video to see. 1 - lambfoot barlow in ebony; 2 - small lambfoot swayback; 3 - lambfoot barlow in whiskey barrel oak. Third one broke on my yesterday.
@TheKnifeRaven29 күн бұрын
Oh my goodness!! That's very sad to hear. You should certainly contact A. Wright about this. Considering there's strength in numbers, that could potentially prompt them to overdue action. Again, I'm very sorry this happened to you. Thanks for sharing your experience. Cheers!
@jezzynottes1177Ай бұрын
Why do all you desktop knifeboys have those feminine hands? It's weird, but when guys have those soft women hands, I'm out. Don't trust reviews from deskboys when they talk about gear and stuff. Don't you guys ever do some hard work?
@S.C.KnivesАй бұрын
Why did you put a black and white filter on this vid ? We can't see how is the green micarta scales
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
Poor choices made during the journey of progress! 😁 Now, I just reserve the filter for my thumbnails. Cheers!
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
I should note, there's a full review on my other channel, @TheStreamingEnderman If you're interested!
@S.C.KnivesАй бұрын
Okay i understand haha I will check your full vidéo soon 😉
@S.C.KnivesАй бұрын
Wait, you are @TheStreamingEnderman I have already watch your vid haha Good review So I want to ask you, I see many photos of this knife and the green micarta scales are very light. But in your vid the scales are really darker, near black. They became very darker with use or your model was darker at start ? Or maybe it's the lightning in the vid
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
@@S.C.Knives Ah, well thank you! I was hoping to use that channel for something new, but I've yet to go through with it. As for the Micarta...it came relatively light to begin with, but over time (and after a few uses of mineral oil) it darkened to a deep, forest green. Micarta, like wood, tends to darken when oiled. I use mineral or camellia blade oil to ensure my knives stay in good condition- handle and joints, alike! Hope this helped! Cheers!
@dongkhamet1351Ай бұрын
The version I have regarding Sheepsfoot, Ramsfoot and Lambsfoot is that they are the blades best suited to the trimming of the hooves of the respective animals from which they take their names. I don't know this for a fact but it came from someone who claimed as much. Further research required.
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
I had never heard that, but it certainly makes sense! The Lambsfoot is the smallest, most fitting for a lamb. Ramsfoot, the largest. Sheepsfoot, in-between the two. Further research indeed! Cheers!
@dongkhamet1351Ай бұрын
Aber du sprechts zer gut, mein freund! By my lights this is clearly a Ramsfoot profile - but splash an anchor into that scale and lo you have a Rope Knife. I trace this profile to the advanced maritime cultures of Atlantis and Hyperborea, and being a professed expert in precisely nothing, I'm pretty sure I can get away with it. Ooh you just said Ramfoot - Hi five! It's cool you lend consideration to the UK market and knife laws. It's also something I think about a lot, although I moved away and now regularly carry knives the mere possession of which could land me years in prison back in the auld country. Thank you for the excellent review. Now I want one
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
Danke, mein freund! I'd put my money on Atlantis, but I haven't studied enough! 🤣 I always try to offer UK-based blade measurements, as I know many of my viewers are British! Not to mention, slipjoints have a reputation of being more popular in the UK due to the more restrictive laws. Besides...I don't feel a need to worry about my U.S. viewers-after all, you can get away with carrying swords over there! 😁 Cheers, as always!
@dongkhamet1351Ай бұрын
@@TheKnifeRaven depending on where you are in the USA I gather the knife laws can also be quite restrictive. Where I am I can EDC a sword no bother, but where I'm headed when I cross the state line in about 15 minutes, having my Presto automatic knife I just received yesterday from Pocket Knife Therapy in my pocket could theoretically land me jail time.
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
@@dongkhamet1351 All in jest, my friend! I understand California is particularly restrictive. (If memory serves me, correctly) Here in Canada, it's all the same throughout the provinces. Our knife laws are certainly more relaxed than the UK, but even then, they could be better! Cheers, as always!
@RandysWSGАй бұрын
Very nice knife!
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
It certainly is! Cheers, as always!
@davidkurle5418Ай бұрын
I really like the looks of this one👍Thanks for showing it off, buddy!
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
My pleasure! It's a great piece. Cheers, as always!
@MesserHQАй бұрын
Excellent knife, one of my favorite patterns 🔥
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
Great choice, friend! I'd love to get the klein variation, now. I think it would be a great knife to carry around for smaller tasks. Cheers, as always!
@lewisgreenway5065Ай бұрын
Like a traditional knife with comfortable handle German makers seem to do these well, still prefer brass liners and Spearpoint or Drop point blade but yes a very good work knife built to a high standard I think QC does a good job at German companies, better than most. 😁
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
I agree with you regarding their quality. Otter seems to have improved within the few years I've been buying them, which is certainly worth celebrating! Thanks for stopping by. Cheers, as always!
@emzed1275Ай бұрын
Löwen messer used to make these anchor knives also, may be hard to find, but also look great. Otter have a new Mercator out at the moment with a buckel blade on it, so you can spread your butter in the wild. Ps thanks for your videos ,always on point.
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
I've been looking for a Löewen Messer, but have yet to find them available. I wasn't aware they used to make Anchor knives. Very interesting! Thanks for watching! Cheers!
@paulhanley5811Ай бұрын
sweet knife , I do prefer the 3 rivet variant , but the blade on the anchor is really strong
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
I prefer the 3 Rivet, too, but the spring on the Anchor is something special! Cheers!
@disarmyouwithaАй бұрын
I had to have one of these after owning a Mercator and Hubertus, since Otter makes both now! =]
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
All excellent knives! I hope you enjoy them. Cheers!
@xWEISSxАй бұрын
Otter is the best german Solingen's manufakture if u ask me. Btw, it's nearly impossible to buy 1 from here (russian Siberia). I've got Akermesser with white bone handle and blue steel.
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
While I'd consider Böker's Solingen manufacturer, Otter is probably my favourite German maker, overall. It's unfortunate you can't get a hold of them easily. Here in Canada, we can get them, but they're *very* expensive! Thanks for watching. Cheers!
@DandenongkellyАй бұрын
Very unfortunate for such an A Wright supporter. I have around 40 A Wright's in various designs. Also many TEWS and Egginton Group brands. And by way of comparison French, German, Italian, American and more. Victorinox etc etc. In other words I'm like most of you with this affliction and love of traditional knives. I always carry a Swiss Champion, it's an older one early 1970s. And usually an A Wright is my preferred second carry. I haven't experienced any problems with any of my Wright knives and while my TEWS are beautifully presented specimens I think the Wright's are very appealing heavy duty work ready pocket knives. My instinct is, without thinking, to grab an A Wright Barlow, why? Because they are not just a good knife they are a great knife. We can have problems with any manufactured products, that doesn't mean it's acceptable. Traditional knife making is probably a dying art in that training people in such a specialised trade and being able to pay them adequately is incredibly challenging. I believe we need to support our traditional knife makers and if they have quality problems, let's try and help them get better. Overall I have many Sheffield knives, they are not all perfect but compared to the many and various in the rest of my collection they are pretty good. By the way I have watched most of your videos and have greatly enjoyed your channel. Keep it up.
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
Thank you for the brilliant assessment! I'm of a similar mindset regarding A. Wright. I always reach for them when I want a sturdy, no-nonsense knife to carry. Usually, I'd go with a Lambfoot, but my bias tends to result in me carrying an Ettrick! I really want to keep supporting them, but I'd at least like a confirmation from the firm that they are willing to do something regarding this problem. If they would just do that, I'd likely be buying them again. Thanks again for the comment. Cheers!
@IanRosie-mx6rnАй бұрын
That was an excellent review. I often come across the French Anchor knife, the Pradel version you could easily mistake for the Otter. And wondered what was going on. Nicely explained. I'm not a great Wharnie fan, but I do like that webermesser you were showing. They're all nice really. They look like a set.
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
Funny you should mention the Pradel...I just got one for my Dad! 😂 It's a great knife that I'll probably have to do a video on. Thanks for stopping by, as always! Cheers!
@allancrotch2953Ай бұрын
A stocky looking knife.I could be tempted to buy one.
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
Certainly a good looking user! Cheers!
@KennethKellogg-kt7bfАй бұрын
In popular vernacular, that central piece is called a cigar band.
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
Ah, thank you for the clarification! Cheers!
@ZEBULON181Ай бұрын
Thanks man
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
You're welcome!
@NorthStarKnifeReviewsАй бұрын
That’s a lovely knife.
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
'Tis indeed! Cheers!
@Yellow_Devil_Ай бұрын
Cute little knife. What with the briar scales and the small, narrow blade, I reckon it would make a nice pipe-bowl poker/scraper. These are typical from Maniago and are usually found with mother-of-pearl scales. They owe their name to knife-maker Giovanni del Tin, also known as Filiscjin, who in 1927 came up with the idea of recycling the small waste pieces from the manufacturing of larger mother-of-pearl handles, a valuable material at the time, alternating them with nickel-silver bolsters on the handle of small pen knives. Sometimes they feature multiple blades, in different shapes, and I believe that the layard loop was used for a colored ribbon, rather than for an actual lanyard.
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
Once again, your insight on Italian knives is exemplary. This knife sure has an interesting history. Thanks again for the clarifications, I much appreciate it! Cheers, as always!
@GurtTarctorАй бұрын
What is the weight difference between this and the Arthur Wright Ettricks?
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
The exact weight, I sadly don't know. But I can say with certainty that the Arthur Wright models are lighter, due to the smaller, singular bolster. Sorry I couldn't be more of a help! Cheers!
@GurtTarctorАй бұрын
@@TheKnifeRaven Thanks. Is the balance point different? It seems like it might be back-heavy but maybe it's about the same as the A. Wright?
@TheKnifeRavenАй бұрын
@@GurtTarctor You are correct regarding the balance. The M. May is a bit back heavy. Not uncomfortable, exactly, but it is something worth noting. Cheers!
@GurtTarctorАй бұрын
@@TheKnifeRaven Good to know, thanks again. I wish more manufacturers tried the Ettrick pattern, one day I'll order a really nice custom one I think.
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New collector here, just ordered this exact style Copperlock and I’m pretty anxious. How do you feel about it one year later?
Welcome to collecting! This model is still perfectly sound, a year later. Sadly, I selected it in-person, so I knew what I was getting. Good luck if you ordered one online! Cheers!
these are great knifes but, not for carry IMO. i love them in my tackle box or camp site.
They're a little bulky in terms of dimension, but extremely lightweight. I can certainly see how they'd make a great camp knife, but I enjoy them for daily carry! Cheers!
Like the blade dislike the handle to slab sided and I would send it back with gap being so bad at the back end, like French knives but not this one. 🙄
@@lewisgreenway5065 Perfectly fair. I can certainly see how the gapping could be a nuisance! Regardless, it's still a shockingly sturdy little knife-and hey, my Dad enjoys it! Cheers, as always, Lewis!
What??? A French knife with no blade rap??? 😆Nice looking piece, buddy!
I know! Shocking, isn't it? 🤣 Cheers, as always!
That's a great looking one! Excellent video as well!!
Thanks, as always, Randy! Cheers!
So the knife has both a blade kick AND a stop pin? What is the point in that?
I'm not exactly sure, really! 😅 Nothing I've seen regarding the Pradel's history seems to explain why such a choice was made. Perhaps this is unique to Coursolle? I do not know. Cheers!
@@TheKnifeRaven Umh, I checked a couple of other reviews for Pradel patterns manufactured by other makers and they also seem to feature both blade kick and stop pin. It would be interesting to find out how the original model was as intended by Mr. Pradel... As it is, I guess you can still get either blade rap or proud tips, depending on which stops the blade first, the stop pin or the kick, respectively!
@@Yellow_Devil_ This has only increased my curiosity! I'd thought that, maybe, this was something Coursolle did, specifically, but I see that I must be wrong! I suppose this leaves more room for research? 😁 Cheers, as always!
Until the penny dropped, it used to confuse the hell out of me that there was a Pradel pattern and a Pradel knife manufacturer. I think that handle is called a coffin handle. It looks like it's been constructed with typical French 'joie de vivre', and to be honest you could find similar on the Taylor's basic Barlow at one time, if not still, which I can't help but compare it to. Like the Taylor's, it also looks like it will last a lifetime. It's funny, but since collecting French knives myself, I've also stopped letting knives snap shut.
A 'coffin handle' is actually a very accurate term to describe the Pradel's shape. I certainly appreciate the construction for the cost. It's far from perfect, but I can't really fault it as a work knife. Oh, and yes, Taylor's basic Barlows features the same tang style. Cheers, as always!
@@TheKnifeRaven Yeah, I forgot to say, I really dig the bolster design. I think traditionally, the 'coffin handle' has more of a slope to the shoulders than this Pradel is exhibiting, but it's the closest pattern that I can see.
@@IanRosie-mx6rn I love the shape, too. It's pretty much just the French take on a Spearpoint knife, but the lines seem a little more elegant, to me. Cheers!
I was thinking about this one.
Certainly a nice worker! Cheers!
neat little knife
@@crossxcats Indeed! Cheers!
I'd classify that as a "Cigar jack". Sleeveboard Jacks are slightly narrower at the blade end.
Thank you for the assessment! Cheers!
May I ask where in AB you are located?
I'd prefer not to say. I try to remain as anonymous as possible-sometimes bordering on being paranoid! 😂 (That’s why I have yet to do a face reveal) If it helps, I have been to Sundre, before. Sadly, Mr. Tamer's shop was closed for the day! A shame, indeed. Cheers!
Metal frets on wooden guitar necks raise or show burrs when the wood around them shrink. It's especially noticeable when wood dries out in places such as here in Alberta where winters are harshly dry and our overall humidity is low compared to areas near large bodies of water. It means taking off the strings, taping off the neck, re-filing, and reburnishing the steel frets. I would imagine the same goes for knives - especially when the wood isn't indigenous to the location of harvest
A worthy assessment-you could very well be correct. Cheers!
Nice review.
Thank you! Cheers!
The brand has been around along time. Generational family steelsmiths/knife builders from Turkey. Joseph is the son who of all things, chose Sundre, Alberta as his home base. The family builds numerous steel items back in Turkey. Joseph also sells numerous other items not related to knives, but is still part of the family business. He has some amazing blades of various styles. I'm helping him with his English so that he doesn't have to rely on a translator app.
Oh, and yes, he has a working craftsman shop in the back of his retail store.
Pinned! Thank you for sharing this information! I appreciate the clarifications. 😊 I was unaware he had a workshop within his storefront. Does this mean the knives are actually crafted/assembled here in Canada? Or are other products made utilising the shop? I'd be happy to know! Thanks again. Cheers!
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Love Otter knives,just added a Mercator Safari to the collection 🇩🇪
@@ianrankin1293 I just saw the Safari model, yesterday! Great choice, in my opinion. Cheers, as always!
Baxter Blades sent me over! Thanks for the video. First I’ve heard of this knife company!
Oh! I was unaware I'd be given a shoutout! I'll have to go thank Baxter. This is a pretty excellent brand in terms of traditional, French knives. I'd highly recommend them, especially at their price! Cheers!
@@TheKnifeRaven Thanks! I ordered one. Can’t wait to get it.
@@BryansKnivesKy Ah! Which model did you go for? 😃
@@TheKnifeRaven The Coutellerie au Sabot Barrel Oak
@@BryansKnivesKy Great choice, friend! 😊 Cheers!
Thats a fantastic looking knife!
Simple, yet elegant! Cheers, as always!
Nice looking knife! Cheers, buddy!
Cheers, David!
The recruit and the classic SD are all I need in my pocket for sure. I’ve carried larger SAK’s all my life but like this one best as it’s just a jackknife with a few extras. Awesome! Hey! I’m in Ontario Canada…you said you paid Canadian dollars…🇨🇦👍
The Recruit and Classic make for a great pair. Both are excellent knives. Alberta, here! 😁🇨🇦 Cheers!
I will need to check out Knives of France again,thanks for showing us that one KR
'Tis a great website-certainly worth a look! Thanks for watching. Cheers, as always!
Like the Opinel in regards to the blade full cutting edge, no frills work knife. 😁
Much agreed, there! Cheers, as always, Lewis!
Man I got to pick one up. I just bought the Squirrel from the same company that makes douk douk
I'd like to try the Squirrel! Very neat knife. Cheers!
I've just started watching knife videos a couple of weeks back. I was like, how do these different channels sound like the same person. Then I saw TheStreamingElderman uploaded his last video more then a year ago when this channel started. I asked a question on your old channel which I will repeat here if you don't mind. As I told you I bought my first Opinel. The only complaint I would have is that it's kinda tough to open. I wonder if I could and should use some oil, since it's the steel against the wood. Didn't just want to start spraying around with WD40. Greetings from the Netherlands
My apologies if I left any questions unanswered. I almost never use that channel, so I suspect I'd have a lot of comments to get through! To answer your question regarding Opinel, I'd suggest using camellia blade oil, or plain mineral oil. Flood the pivot/joint area with the lubricant and simply work the action for a while. This is how I've managed to loosen my Opinels in the past. Bear in mind, it isn't such a significant change so as to make the knife unsafe or overly loose, but it does help if the action is too stiff. Hope this helps and apologies, again for having not responded to the question, sooner! Cheers from Canada!
@@TheKnifeRaven Cheers mate and no apologies needed! I'm going to order some oil with my next purchase, thanks for the tip! I need exactly what you say, it's just a little to tight for me not to worry about my nail every time haha. Would you also use that on the wooden handle? Keep up to good work!
@@tonnynijholt7090 Both oils work wonders on handles, pivots and blades, alike. It'll keep the blade free from rust, the handle shiny, and the pivot nice and smooth! Cheers!
If it really bugs you, you could get a local knife maker with a belt sander to reprofile the spine of the blade so that it goes back to the Ettrick pointed shape. A place to find a 'berta knife maker may be Canadian Knifemaker Supply - they have a link to knife maker profiles on their site. Another option is to do it yourself with a progressive series of stones. Trace the profile from an untouched Ettrick onto the blade with a marker. Clamp the blade in a vise with soft jaws . Wear hand protection & watch out for the cutting edge and point. Have at it - takes forever but the advantage to doing it with stones is low $$$ cost and no chance of overheating the tip of the blade. Best of luck,
The replacement Lambfoot sent to me by the FSS as compensation for the first broken backspacing Lambsfoot also broke in the same manner in less than a week. Lots of other world knives to look at Spain, Portugal, Japan, Eastern Europe and of course France all have interesting historic contributions to pocket cutlery. French Friction folders have become one of my favourites to collect. No problems importing from Knives of France in TX. The world is your oyster - you know what to do. Cheers,
I've got nothing against Sheffield-far from it. I love English knives, but for now, I'll be trying something different. It's interesting how you mention Knives of France...friction folders, specifically. I just received an order from Stèphane, which included a lovely Montpellier! I'm very excited to make a video on it. 😁 Thanks again for watching and commenting. Cheers, as always!
Nice video man! I bought my first Opinel last week, a No 08 to accommodate me on my first camping trip! :D And now I think I want a 06 as a EDC. Would love to try the carbone steel one but I agree they should offer it with other wood handles. Here in the Netherlands, you can get the Opinel No 06 pretty cheap via the web though. €10,80 for Inox and Carbone with beach wood. Oak, Walnut and Olive are €16,50 and Padouk with polished blade is €21,90.
I'm glad you're enjoying your Opinel! The No.6 is a perfect EDC. I'd suggest Beechwood/Carbon as a first choice, but the Padouk model makes for a lovely gentleman's knife. All in all, they're great knives! Thank you for watching and commenting! Cheers from Canada!
Having been an officer in the British Royal Naval reserve, I bought one of these as soon as I saw it. I bought the small one initially, but added a large one soon after. It has white smooth bone and a blue blade. It really is a beautiful piece, but as you say marginal for Carrie in the UK. I’ve never actually cut anything with it, because I’m not sure how well the bluing would hold up!
I forgot you bought both sizes. I just remembered the small one- great video, by the way! The blued model is gorgeous, but it would end up being a 'Safe Queen' for me...I couldn't justify risking that finish! Thanks for stopping by, as always. Cheers!
A locking knife is illegal in use UK
Have owned 3 and all 3 back springs broke within one week of ownership. This is a very validating video to see. 1 - lambfoot barlow in ebony; 2 - small lambfoot swayback; 3 - lambfoot barlow in whiskey barrel oak. Third one broke on my yesterday.
Oh my goodness!! That's very sad to hear. You should certainly contact A. Wright about this. Considering there's strength in numbers, that could potentially prompt them to overdue action. Again, I'm very sorry this happened to you. Thanks for sharing your experience. Cheers!
Why do all you desktop knifeboys have those feminine hands? It's weird, but when guys have those soft women hands, I'm out. Don't trust reviews from deskboys when they talk about gear and stuff. Don't you guys ever do some hard work?
Why did you put a black and white filter on this vid ? We can't see how is the green micarta scales
Poor choices made during the journey of progress! 😁 Now, I just reserve the filter for my thumbnails. Cheers!
I should note, there's a full review on my other channel, @TheStreamingEnderman If you're interested!
Okay i understand haha I will check your full vidéo soon 😉
Wait, you are @TheStreamingEnderman I have already watch your vid haha Good review So I want to ask you, I see many photos of this knife and the green micarta scales are very light. But in your vid the scales are really darker, near black. They became very darker with use or your model was darker at start ? Or maybe it's the lightning in the vid
@@S.C.Knives Ah, well thank you! I was hoping to use that channel for something new, but I've yet to go through with it. As for the Micarta...it came relatively light to begin with, but over time (and after a few uses of mineral oil) it darkened to a deep, forest green. Micarta, like wood, tends to darken when oiled. I use mineral or camellia blade oil to ensure my knives stay in good condition- handle and joints, alike! Hope this helped! Cheers!
The version I have regarding Sheepsfoot, Ramsfoot and Lambsfoot is that they are the blades best suited to the trimming of the hooves of the respective animals from which they take their names. I don't know this for a fact but it came from someone who claimed as much. Further research required.
I had never heard that, but it certainly makes sense! The Lambsfoot is the smallest, most fitting for a lamb. Ramsfoot, the largest. Sheepsfoot, in-between the two. Further research indeed! Cheers!
Aber du sprechts zer gut, mein freund! By my lights this is clearly a Ramsfoot profile - but splash an anchor into that scale and lo you have a Rope Knife. I trace this profile to the advanced maritime cultures of Atlantis and Hyperborea, and being a professed expert in precisely nothing, I'm pretty sure I can get away with it. Ooh you just said Ramfoot - Hi five! It's cool you lend consideration to the UK market and knife laws. It's also something I think about a lot, although I moved away and now regularly carry knives the mere possession of which could land me years in prison back in the auld country. Thank you for the excellent review. Now I want one
Danke, mein freund! I'd put my money on Atlantis, but I haven't studied enough! 🤣 I always try to offer UK-based blade measurements, as I know many of my viewers are British! Not to mention, slipjoints have a reputation of being more popular in the UK due to the more restrictive laws. Besides...I don't feel a need to worry about my U.S. viewers-after all, you can get away with carrying swords over there! 😁 Cheers, as always!
@@TheKnifeRaven depending on where you are in the USA I gather the knife laws can also be quite restrictive. Where I am I can EDC a sword no bother, but where I'm headed when I cross the state line in about 15 minutes, having my Presto automatic knife I just received yesterday from Pocket Knife Therapy in my pocket could theoretically land me jail time.
@@dongkhamet1351 All in jest, my friend! I understand California is particularly restrictive. (If memory serves me, correctly) Here in Canada, it's all the same throughout the provinces. Our knife laws are certainly more relaxed than the UK, but even then, they could be better! Cheers, as always!
Very nice knife!
It certainly is! Cheers, as always!
I really like the looks of this one👍Thanks for showing it off, buddy!
My pleasure! It's a great piece. Cheers, as always!
Excellent knife, one of my favorite patterns 🔥
Great choice, friend! I'd love to get the klein variation, now. I think it would be a great knife to carry around for smaller tasks. Cheers, as always!
Like a traditional knife with comfortable handle German makers seem to do these well, still prefer brass liners and Spearpoint or Drop point blade but yes a very good work knife built to a high standard I think QC does a good job at German companies, better than most. 😁
I agree with you regarding their quality. Otter seems to have improved within the few years I've been buying them, which is certainly worth celebrating! Thanks for stopping by. Cheers, as always!
Löwen messer used to make these anchor knives also, may be hard to find, but also look great. Otter have a new Mercator out at the moment with a buckel blade on it, so you can spread your butter in the wild. Ps thanks for your videos ,always on point.
I've been looking for a Löewen Messer, but have yet to find them available. I wasn't aware they used to make Anchor knives. Very interesting! Thanks for watching! Cheers!
sweet knife , I do prefer the 3 rivet variant , but the blade on the anchor is really strong
I prefer the 3 Rivet, too, but the spring on the Anchor is something special! Cheers!
I had to have one of these after owning a Mercator and Hubertus, since Otter makes both now! =]
All excellent knives! I hope you enjoy them. Cheers!
Otter is the best german Solingen's manufakture if u ask me. Btw, it's nearly impossible to buy 1 from here (russian Siberia). I've got Akermesser with white bone handle and blue steel.
While I'd consider Böker's Solingen manufacturer, Otter is probably my favourite German maker, overall. It's unfortunate you can't get a hold of them easily. Here in Canada, we can get them, but they're *very* expensive! Thanks for watching. Cheers!
Very unfortunate for such an A Wright supporter. I have around 40 A Wright's in various designs. Also many TEWS and Egginton Group brands. And by way of comparison French, German, Italian, American and more. Victorinox etc etc. In other words I'm like most of you with this affliction and love of traditional knives. I always carry a Swiss Champion, it's an older one early 1970s. And usually an A Wright is my preferred second carry. I haven't experienced any problems with any of my Wright knives and while my TEWS are beautifully presented specimens I think the Wright's are very appealing heavy duty work ready pocket knives. My instinct is, without thinking, to grab an A Wright Barlow, why? Because they are not just a good knife they are a great knife. We can have problems with any manufactured products, that doesn't mean it's acceptable. Traditional knife making is probably a dying art in that training people in such a specialised trade and being able to pay them adequately is incredibly challenging. I believe we need to support our traditional knife makers and if they have quality problems, let's try and help them get better. Overall I have many Sheffield knives, they are not all perfect but compared to the many and various in the rest of my collection they are pretty good. By the way I have watched most of your videos and have greatly enjoyed your channel. Keep it up.
Thank you for the brilliant assessment! I'm of a similar mindset regarding A. Wright. I always reach for them when I want a sturdy, no-nonsense knife to carry. Usually, I'd go with a Lambfoot, but my bias tends to result in me carrying an Ettrick! I really want to keep supporting them, but I'd at least like a confirmation from the firm that they are willing to do something regarding this problem. If they would just do that, I'd likely be buying them again. Thanks again for the comment. Cheers!
That was an excellent review. I often come across the French Anchor knife, the Pradel version you could easily mistake for the Otter. And wondered what was going on. Nicely explained. I'm not a great Wharnie fan, but I do like that webermesser you were showing. They're all nice really. They look like a set.
Funny you should mention the Pradel...I just got one for my Dad! 😂 It's a great knife that I'll probably have to do a video on. Thanks for stopping by, as always! Cheers!
A stocky looking knife.I could be tempted to buy one.
Certainly a good looking user! Cheers!
In popular vernacular, that central piece is called a cigar band.
Ah, thank you for the clarification! Cheers!
Thanks man
You're welcome!
That’s a lovely knife.
'Tis indeed! Cheers!
Cute little knife. What with the briar scales and the small, narrow blade, I reckon it would make a nice pipe-bowl poker/scraper. These are typical from Maniago and are usually found with mother-of-pearl scales. They owe their name to knife-maker Giovanni del Tin, also known as Filiscjin, who in 1927 came up with the idea of recycling the small waste pieces from the manufacturing of larger mother-of-pearl handles, a valuable material at the time, alternating them with nickel-silver bolsters on the handle of small pen knives. Sometimes they feature multiple blades, in different shapes, and I believe that the layard loop was used for a colored ribbon, rather than for an actual lanyard.
Once again, your insight on Italian knives is exemplary. This knife sure has an interesting history. Thanks again for the clarifications, I much appreciate it! Cheers, as always!
What is the weight difference between this and the Arthur Wright Ettricks?
The exact weight, I sadly don't know. But I can say with certainty that the Arthur Wright models are lighter, due to the smaller, singular bolster. Sorry I couldn't be more of a help! Cheers!
@@TheKnifeRaven Thanks. Is the balance point different? It seems like it might be back-heavy but maybe it's about the same as the A. Wright?
@@GurtTarctor You are correct regarding the balance. The M. May is a bit back heavy. Not uncomfortable, exactly, but it is something worth noting. Cheers!
@@TheKnifeRaven Good to know, thanks again. I wish more manufacturers tried the Ettrick pattern, one day I'll order a really nice custom one I think.