"You don't have one that's like super good value do you" Yeah we all knew the answer to that one... 🤣

I could probably watch an hour of you and you as the Fallkniven rep character exchanging laughs. I love your vids, especially your more goofball stuff.

I think the regular F1 in CoS hits a sweet spot for wet/cold weather bushcraft. Still expensive, but worth it to me.

I've got the 'standard' F1 with a left handed zytel sheath. I really like the unobtrusive low profile sheath, means I can EDC the knife without getting too weird looks... and it's left handed too! Let's not talk about the price ...

Agree with your points here; if money is no object, I'd have several of these knives, but it is, so I don't. I do know a couple people that swear by this company, however there is plenty of other knives out there that are just as good and without the issue of price and a weak warranty. Appreciate the review, Pete.

Imagine trying to baton and featherstick in Australia, especially redgum. Any knife that gets through our wood is good enough for me

Fore the price point of these knives I personally think they could manufacture them here in Sweden. We have a long tradition of making blades, originally swords and weapon manufacturing but also kitchen cutlery and scissors. Not much of it left but the knowledge is still there, and the steel production in Sweden is also a good one;-) But i also understand the fact that to make something exclusive you have to have a high price point.

That tang meat makes a difference! Maybe they'll discover skeletonization in a few years. Thanks for the great video Pete!

I love my A1 over all my high-end knives. Just need a custom kydex sheath for it and you're set. Carry a smaller carbon knife or a ferro rod in combo, no need for a high carbon blade.

Good videos. As I go back and forth deciding on Bark River vs Fallkniven, your videos are amongst the most realistic, funny, informative and unique. Thank you for putting in the work.

Couple things... I’ve used the warranty twice. It was incredible. Shipped me a new knife to the USA in 3 days! And paid for return postage. They will send clips and washers for folders free as well. I have fucked up the finger guard on an a1 standard. The pro is a welcome upgrade. Next cos is the shit! Awesome stainless steel. It’s expensive to make knives in Japan, but they have the BEST steels. Also the pro kit, as in the box sheath stone and knife is warranted for life. I guess only if you buy the set. With the waterproof box

Great, great vid. One remark: the NL series (Northern Light) have a stacked leather handle. I understood from the DBK boys that COS is much easier to sharpen than the VG10 and 3G.

LMAO at the "Super Value" Joke 😂

I have a standard F1 and A1. Given what they cost me ($100 and $120 US) and the full convex grind I think these are the best overall performance relative to cost. "Better" is the enemy of good.

Thanks for the video. Wish there was more of the 'S' series for a comparison to the 'F' as they are the two I was dithering over. However, the bit about their warranty is a bit of an eye-opener and something I hadn't previously considered. Appreciate the time you've taken over this, cheers.

I own a f1 pro and love it but I agree, They need to stand behind their product better with a lifetime warranty. For the amount of actual replacements they would do they would get many more purchases and multi knife owners

Just got my F1x and love it, love it so much I'm selling my standard A1 as I got it years ago and never really had a use for it. Fallkniven are expensive but you only need to buy it once. I have also owned a A2 and a S1 but have sold the A2 as it was too big for any practical use for me if I need to get into log I use an axe I mostly use my knives for hunting not bushcraft or survival. I think most people including myself got carried away with survival and survival knives its just not realistic if I were lost or injured while outdoors in the bush I would just hit the PLB gps beacon and just wait for rescue is more realistic scenario for me. Great videos really enjoy them keep up the good work.

I'd love to see a comparison between S1x and the Lionsteel T5 !!

That Fire Emblem soundtrack, you sir are great with your choices - knives and music!

Hovered over the down thumb in case Cedric dint' get pats, but good boy, Pete! Thumbs up, and you get a biscuit!

I have the Modern Bowie which is more than many of my firearms still deciding if it was worth it.

I just picked up a standard F1 in COS steel. It's the best of both worlds.

I have one of the earliest versions of the A1. It has a non-laminated VG10 blade and a kydex "dangler style" sheat. I also have the F1 and S1 w/leather sheat. My choice would def. Be the S1. The F1 is to thick to be that small (what she said) And the A1 is to big and heavy/clumsy, without offering much more than the S1, due to it beeing "short for its size. (Here we go again) I think the S1 is a perfect do it all knife, that could do fine in a emergency/survival role. Like that would ever happen... I don't quite get the steel choice for the A1, as it is more of a chopper style knife. But then again, it's what Hattori makes i guess. GREAT customer service btw. I mailed them some questions, and Peter answered me personally, whit a long, informative and polite mail.

I don't own any. I do own a lot of Bark River and LTWK though and I'd say you get a much better warranty from both. It doesn't hurt that I live an hour from BRK too so that makes warranty work and spa much easier.

I fell in love with the S1x over the last weeks... thanks to feeding the addiction, Pete. Dammit, I've got to buy it soon...

So glad you’re not slow to point out the ridiculous bullshit in the knife world. A warranty more than anything just tells me what the knife company thinks of their own product. Bark River also has an unconditional warranty on their blades.

I was thinking of getting the "simple" A1. Now, i want them all...… And especially the X series......

20 years ago I got the standard F1, and it came with a nice wraparound black leather sheath. Then I got the standard A1 that came with a leather drop sheath. I just recently picked up an S1 Pro, and ordered a leather drop sheath from Lamnia that dresses it up, and added a ranger band and firesteel to it. After I bought it I started thinking that since I have large hands that I should have bought the S1X instead, as I heard its handle is slightly longer. (?). Plus I could eventually add aftermarket scales to it, but agree with you that the Pro seems pretty nice, and I feel it’s strong enough for my use, although I can see why people would like the more balanced 50 gram plus weight of the X series. My sole objection is that with large hands that lanyard hole on the Pro is fairly useless, but that’s not a big thing. I like that I can hold it in cold temps comfortably. By the way, 20 years ago I was lucky enough to get in on a group buy on a knife site with a Fallkniven rep, and also got an NL5 and NL4, a Frei and an Idun. The 5” NL4 and S1 easily use the same leather drop sheath, although the NL knives both came with wraparound style leather sheaths. I think if I could only choose one Fallkniven it would be the NL4, although in practical applications you could do more hard use work with an A1. I appreciate your detailed (and very humorous intro!) comparison on the three standard lines, haven’t seen that anywhere else. 👍

Good video Pete. Also Fallkniven use 3G steel in some knives such as the F1.

Hey! You pronounced Fällkniven correctly in the opening! :p

2:03 I think the A1 standard is good value actually. I own it myself and it is one of the best ones I've ever had. Currently cost around EUR 210, AUD 345, USD 250. I own knives twice the price and are not better than this one. Not a tiny bit. The thickness is just perfect for it's lenght and is very well made. Anything else is just too overpriced and not even better. The pro series is too thick in my oppinion. They should have stayed with the same thickness but updated steel. A1 standard is CoS, 3G or CPM 3V, man, I would get it no matter the costs.

I own the smallest one and love it and it is sharp I strop it and off I go!

Stoked for your upcoming fixed blade video!

Two wraps of black electrical tape around the sheath over the locking mech solves the problem immediately. Not that one should have to but its a solution that has retained my limited edition SGPS f1 since I bought it many years ago.

One of the earliest knife reviews I seen of yours was a fallkniven I’m always so close to buying being a sucker for a drop point and they have done a sexy career of using it right. The price is never warranted compared to the steel they use. The hype of the new x series and finish would be where I’d buy but still won’t. Just been in the custom world for several years. Fallkniven also has some great folders. I want one of the budget versions.

Hi mate but they are sooooooo thick. Just picked one up in a shop and gave it the good old calliper test. 7 points on the Richter scale LOL! The guy in the shop told me it would be good for tenderizing some tough pork chops, I split my sides open right then and there, nearly had to carried out of the shop!

I think the most worth it knife of all is the F1X it is my dream knife.

They have years of good design history, but I won't climb that price mountain to obtain one. The view isn't 'that' good.

Long-term Fallkniven F1 owner and recently got a S1 pro. I have beat the snot out of the F1 for 17 years and it is still my go-to for day hikes. It believe they are well worth the money. Also, I have owned my types of knives and I prefer the rubber handles. It provides better grip, doesn't get cold, and absorbs shock.

Great video. Appreciate your sharing your funny thoughts with us. Well done all the way around.

as a steel nerd i find it very hard to get to grips with fallkniven's line-up - because A2, F1, H1, S1, SK1, SK2, SK6 and V1 are all steel grades, and i find myself attributing spurious qualities to the knife models through association with that steel. for example, you say A2L and i think "wow, A2 steel's the bomb when given the right heat tr- ...wait, that's one of the VG10 ones".

Just got the s1x. Very nice knife! It feels like it can take anything

I agree with everything, especially the warranty which is the worst in the business. Now that they have the super rugged A1X I have finally come around to purchase one. I also purchased a Bark River that is 1/2 the size and is still more expensive but to me presents a better value.

Nice videos! Looking forward to see how carbide tungsten will look after some wear and tear.

Hi. I have an F1 pro in the basic sheath, and a S1 in a leather sheath. I like both. No rattle in my F1 pro sheath. I love these knives.

The non X models are definitely not a “stick” tang.

Survival knives, a very personal decision which will vary with age and experience. So, a self designed and self made knife guaranteed what I wanted. Trouble is, when it came time to use it in earnest, I couldn't bring myself to batter my baby. Enter the S1x which came closest to my design brief. No problems here with beating the crapola out of the CoS. Positive value is when the benefits outweigh the disadvantages, but because we all put a different value on the components of benefit and disadvantage, the equation will be different for each one of us. Or am I just blowing wind from the distal part of my alimentary canal?

F1 Pro is so pretty! Love the bolster.

I used a lil wax paper in my FK plastic sheath to get rid of the rattle. Worked great.

Fallkniven is expensive because the company does not really make the knives...they just design it and order some Japanese company to manufacture it...the combination of all the costs and the profits for these companies and the retail chain reflects the final price...does not necessary mean the knives worths that much...

Splendid choice of music for the show in hand . Good video . I do not own one but they look very nice . Cool t-shirts etc !

Sent in my damaged Buck folder no receipt. Got my choice of replacement as it was TWENTY years old and they did not make it anymore! That folder would gut and skin out a deer without sharpening.

Hi Cedric, thank you for the cool video and comparisons/explanations. I would like to mention that Fallkniven does have a life time warranty on their Pro line of knives... I just purchased the A1 pro and the MB Pro and both come with a waterproof plastic case, sharpening stone and sheath with a life long warranty. You can opt to spend a bit less and loose the case and downgrade to a 10 year warranty on the pro line as well, but then that is your own choice.

I believe the strongest competitor for Fallkniven is Bark River. Its knives are better off substitutes in most cases.

Great overview! I have a fair collection of Fallkniven knives. What I really wish for is A2X or A2pro.

I bought the basic VG-10 F1 when I found one for half the price in a local sporting store. I just couldn't walk past the grail knife of my teenage years that had a 50% sale tag on it. 6 months of use and I've loved it, though I am a bit paranoid about chipping every time I use it. I feel I got good value for my money.

That Obi Wan quote was masterful.

thx a lot for all the advises ! i will go with the S1X. can't wait for your review

Al Mar and the old Blakjack were some of the first to start the trent of buying high end Japanese knives to their design and badging them. Fallkniven taken this to the next level. Warranty is typical European/Japanese type where its limited. In truth why should a company pay for people being complete thugs? The US warranty model has become very accommodating but that comes at a cost: either added to the price or taken out of the product. Warranties are a cost and not free, somehow the customer is paying for them. No doubt the Fallkniven knives are well made and of stout design. They are riding the wave of popularity for tough combat/survival/utility/bushcraft products. I have to say I'm a succour for combat/utility knives too. Here comes the "but". The Kar-Bar, SRK, combat/utility knife can be the least useful knife to own because as a jack of all trades they do most things poorly. Not big enough to chop, not keen enough to cut, and on the big side to do all those little tasks that a folder can do so much better. I think the "one tool option" thing is pants. However, "blokes" will always buy into them. Is thick stock blades really that clever? If the new steels are that much better why do the knives need to be so thick too?? It seems the Fallkniven are made with a good amount of luck built in so should last. They are thick enough. Enough to survive long enough to carry the history of anyone's adventures. Thats a big plus. I'm unsure how well they keep their looks, or if carry the patina from use well. Many modern knives get to look rough fairly fast and don't do the "veteran" look well. Fallkniven owners can chip in here. Some of my Japanese made quality knives have done well. Not everyone I've had had the luck. Improvements in steel should give even more confidence that the older stuff. Though I'm a Brit, I think some of the USA top end made knives might actually be better??? With so many manufacturers, and quality differences, then its not easy to say what is good, what has plenty of luck built in. Buying into the reputation is the best one can do and Fallkniven has a solid reputation. I'm not trying to have a go at Fallkniven. Its just I haven't found a reason to get one yet. In truth struggling with both design and cost when there is so much competition; plus I have good knives already.

I just can't get past the price here in the US. When a NL3 is $400 right now and I just picked up a Bark River Bravo II in 3V for $280, it's hard not to wonder. Both are great convex grinds from companies that build top tier survival knives, one just costs a third less with premium steel.

Bad impersonations are the best 😂

If you put a small peace of packing foam in the sheath it stops the rattle and helps hold the knife.

I was drinking water when he said GET THE FOCK OUT! I nearly spit it out!

I still think you get good value for your money with the original S1, and A1 knives. They can still be found new on the American market today for around $158, and $186 repectively. Most American knives out of plain old 1095 are running $120 or $130, so why not spend a little extra for the laminated stainless vg10, and the Fallkniven quality.

Fallkniven finally has a "budget" option. The Taiga Forester 2. Just got one for $140 USD, is about the size of the S1, the good Zytel sheath, and still in COS steel. I like the enclosed handle just cause it keeps my hand isolated from the cold steel in winter. I personally don't see any reason to buy any of the other knives. You can get better price to performance smaller knives from places like Varusteleka and still have the great enclosed handle for cold weather, but having a very tough, cold resistant, and nearly rust proof knife is amazing and much harder to find under $200. Fallkniven may finally be learning.

I’ve been on a Bark River Knife kick as of late, but one of these days, I’ll pick up a Fallkniven.

I got the s1x in the black coating, quite nice and enjoyable

The Intro still hitting strong every time I see it 😆

I know that these are popular survival knives. But the s1 Falkniven and the a1 pro have failed in tests I've seen. The hilt came loose on the A1 pro after batoning some wood. While it split it fast the hilt came loose. Plus if people trust these knives watch Survival Lilly test and review her s1 falkniven laminated steel knife she tested for a survival situation. It totally failed and just looked up the A1 pro obtaining wood. that came loose and failed. These knives are sharp but are fragile and they chip and the tips break easily. I use my cold steel srk San Mai knife in my camping and survival training and it's never broken or chipped. And never came loose. I know that Falkniven has cult fans but just watched Survival Lilly's review ad and don't trust these Fakniven knives in a bug-out bag. Or emergency kit.

Perfect. What I needed to know.

"So you want the F1, the F1x, or the F1 Pro?" "Yes"

Why is your music choices always amazing?? Edit: hey Pete have you ever heard of Down Under Knives? I've always wanted one but they are kinda spendy for me. They make an exact working replica knife of crocodile dundee but they also have a ton of cool fixed blades with awesome aussie names! I would love to see you review one!

i got some 3g and lam cos,i like it very much

I changed my mind on the coating. It looks good

I do like that new coating.

Very funny intro. I like the F1 as a survival knife because of it's slim profile but the handle is to thin for me for prolonged use. In fact the only handle I like so far is that of the H1. I like the beefy handle for my XL size gloves hands. Also the H1 is not tapered down and has no swedge making it a strong point. I have no real problem with zytel sheaths but preferred the old kydex ones. There are kydex sheaths available for the F1 (different maker) but this adds to the price of course on these not cheap knives. Good review.

I was given a bunch of Fällkniven knives in my service

Very useful video. Thank you.

@ 6:26 LOOK AT THE GRAIN ON THAT WOOD! Is that stuff suitable for wood working, because it must look freaking gorgeous cleaned up.

Loved the intro. Greetings from Texas.

Wow really awesome video!!! :D

The closet one to being a “value” I have seen is the basic F1 with leather sheath for a bit over $100. In a bigger knife I would rather either carbon steel or maybe N690 or a well done D2 in a less expensive knife than the large Fallkniven’s.

I haven't owned a fallkniven, but if i was going to spend that much money on an outdoor, heavier style fixed blade i think i would go for another maker. Bark river springs to mind

That accent, it's like I was really there... Great video, though. If I didn't already own a S1 Pro I'd go out and get one. Thinking about getting the Black S1X and gifting it to my son when he comes of age in 20 years or so.

Falkniven are expensive and get complaints for price because where they are made taxes are high!!! Very much more of the profits are lost in translation! The simple thermorun for so much money hurts. But it's designed for cold weather use. I'd say most of the money you pay is in the laminated steel and hand ground convex, which machines can't do. That only leaves room to save on sheathes and handles which is knife enthusiasts bread and butter after steel alloy.

Fallkniven finally designed a sheath that does not use the strap around the handle which has always been an irritation to me. The rattle of the sheath is still a concern. The size of the small handles should also be addressed. Then when SHTF and desperate survivors escaping bondage collapse on your doorstep begging for a blade to slice all cordage into 1/2 inch pieces you can tell them GTFO (Get The Fallkniven Out).

I have the A1 and put it trough some hard task, batoning thick hard logs : not a problem. Did the same with a Ontario BK9 and the edge/bevel came back all wavy ~~ on a 2 cm spot (the steel actually conformed to the shape of the wood fibers, permanently: too soft 1095? ). Anyways, fallkniven are good knives. Major downside is their prices that go high very quickly.

Esee is so great. The 5 and 6 are all you need

Not a fan of the x series looks, you’re right in that I’m assuming they’re shooting for the Esee type of market. Never liked those knives and if you say that their cult following roasts you. Had a few and you’re paying a huge price for 1095 steel, I’d rather buy a bk2, Kabars 1095 crovan and heat treatment is superior and cheaper.

The x series looks over heavy. The standard line is super tough the tang is really thick even if it's not full tang

So, what’s your opinion on the A2 in 2023? Is it still in your rotation?

Supper high value I go for the F1 in Elmax

My first is an S1 pro and it is a monster love it. Looking at f1 and bark river gunny as my next one s

Thumbs' up for the cardboard signs that routinely appear in the "lab." Not so much for the acting 😉

Nice to see the immortal Cedric!

A1x for me... got it new for 268euro 😇

Nice comparison, but I hate the zytel sheaths that look cheap for what you pay for the knife.

I shot coffee out my nose when he said get the f out to the value one lmfaooo

I found the review on the lack of prowess of the A1 pro knife hilt coming loose. Look up big brown bear review on the A1 pro. He used it to baton wood and did what you’d need to do in an emergency survival situation. The falkniven knives are dung imo. All hype vs function. Stick with the cold steel san mai srk or 3v srk. These knives fail every time i see them doing what they’re famous for

I’m curious what happens if the handle material is damaged, is it user replaceable ?