" A knifeless man is lifeless man. " Scandinavian motto......Great Vid!!!

*CANTERBURY TICKS ME OFF!* *Regardless how long his videos are it takes least 3x as long to watch because I have to keep pausing every few seconds to take notes on the incredible gems! Luv ya, Dave!*

Dave, You are the master! I know this video us 8 years old, but it's still relevant today. You've aged brother, but you are still the master! Thank you for sharing your life experiences and skill sets with us on your channel and in your "hands on" outdoor training program classes.

I love the fact that you don't try to sale the most expensive knife to people, straight forward and simple. Great vid brother.

second time I am talking about this type subject. My question is, Why doesnt anyone talk about BUCK knives anymore. Am I too old school that I still like mine, or are they just not top of the line anymore? I still have both my Bucks that I acquired over 30 years ago and Im still happy with them. Please post about the merits, or demerits about Bucks.

Old video, still rings true with a vengeance. Skill level destroys a review.

I've been really impressed with my fallkniven f1. It's super sharp, durable, laughs at rusts, and the zytel sheath is great for saltwater areas. It's fairly reasonably priced. The Scandinavians really know how to make a nice blade.

I am , well just turned 59 and have spent my youth and a majority of my adult life in the woods of N Texas in the Red River area . I fully enjoy your videos and the way you are influencing our youth about our outdoor past !! You have even encouraged me to change the way I now go Camping ! Thank you Dave , GOD Bless You your Family and Friends . Looking forward to your next video !!

Wow! Canterbury really delivers a comprehensive analysis of what matters in selecting a good survival knife! With so many products on the market these tips help to narrow down the useful from the useless!

Thanks for making this comprehensive video to include virtually every nuance that these blades are designed to do. I haven't viewed such a complete & fact filled training video. At 72, I still manage to learn something new each time I view your content.

Hey Dave, I am a knife collector and user, I have collected over 200 knives. Some are art knives strictly for my collection and others are working knives, when I choose a knife to help do my work it is almost always a carbon steel blade, and if a person is skilled enough in the use of a blade anything he chooses to work with will get the job done. I am also a flint knapper and have made blades of stone that were sharper than steel but performed better than my steel blade knives. I once made a week long trip to the wilds and used nothing but stone to survive. I took a homemade bow with flint tipped arrows, a flint blade knife and a stone axe, I hunted and gathered my food, gathered wood for my fire and did everything I needed to do with stone tools and I survived my trip quite well, I stayed warm by my fire, I cooked and ate well, built and maintained my camp all with primitive tools. It's not so much of what you have, it's what you know and what you know how to make. Our ancestors were smarter than today's people give credit for, we would not be here today if they did not know how to survive and make what was needed

I’m here just sucking in the knowledge. Been out knife shopping but came home empty handed every time. Holding out for exactly the right one, for me. Thanks again, you are awesome!

Its videos like this that illustrate why wildernessoutfitters is the most valuable bushcraft related channel on youtube. There are so many knife related videos on here that just make me cringe while watching them. The most important aspect of bushcraft is safety and eliminating risks. Right tool for the right job and everything you carry should be a force multiplier in some way. The person who thrives out in the bush is the one who can turn 8 hour chores into 4 hour chores. Dave you rock!

As comprehensive as you can get about knives in under an hour. We appreciate showing us that it's not all about money, and those knives all looked tried and tested. Opened my eyes about videos with a shiny new knife.

Been waiting for a video like this! Keep doing your thing Dave, professional, modest, rational. One of the top outdoor channels out there.

Dave, I want to sincerely thank you for everything that you do for us, for all the videos you post and for the always informative and interesting content, I could not live without. You manage to awnser my questions even before I knew I had them. I'm always trying to learn something new at anytime, so please keep posting these awesome videos. Can't thank you enough! Greetings from Austria, Lukas

I just wanted to say thank you Dave for all of the great information you put out in your videos. You have completely flooded my brain with so much knowledge that you could keep to yourself but you choose to share. I have elk hunted in dry pine wilderness lands in Idaho and never had problems getting fires started. Last year in Colorado was the first time I have ever been frustrated by having several fires burn out because of marginal fire materials. The environment we were in was very damp. I've always believed that if you have a bic lighter you have fire. Not always true! I found out first hand you still have to back that bic lighter up with some knowledge and skill especially in a wet environment .I'm so ready to head back this year and test my skills. I felt like I owed you something so I bought a trail pro cook set,DF 4, and some #36 bank line. I'm trying to decide which knife to buy. I like several of them. Thanks again!

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This may be the best and most objective review of a product category that I've ever read/seen on the Internet. Good job! Please continue to keep giving us this kind of information on the products and processes you have experienced. .

Thank you. This video is the best knife video I've seen on youtube with real information for real survival/camping skills.

Distilled wisdom still appreciated 8 years after publication, in 2022. Thank you, Dave.

Dave, thank you so much for your videos. I grew up with a father that was an amazing hunter and fisherman and never spent his money on over-priced gadgetry. I also grew up with a Grandfather that was a trapper and outdoorsman that spent his money on the right equipment once. The minute I heard those principles in your videos, I knew I hadfound a like minded person. Great stuff Dave.

watched this vid a few times now, and every time I watch it find something new about it. Love your vids and the information you provide to others including myself.

This was a great vid. It's actually one for the history books. I can't believe that I missed it for 3 years. Thanks Dave, keep up the great work!

Great job Dave...one of your best videos to date. I get so tired of these KZfaq wannabes doing "reviews" of kit they clearly have never used. It means a lot more coming from someone who walks the walk every day and has for decades. Keep it up and keep the videos coming!

I always sharpen my Rambo knife when I watch Dave’s excellent KZfaq videos.

thanks for another great video dave. Every part of your criteria is what led me to my esee hest I was able to pick up before they went out of production. I had to mod it on the spine and take off that coating to have a nice 90º and I also modded an aluminium bow drill divot into one of the scales. Then wraped the handle with empty 550 shell to give it a rounder handle. It does everything I want it to without complaint. Anyways just glad to see I was on the right track when I picked it out

Watching this video 7 years after it first came out, and learning so much from it. Thank you for your honest advice.

Say what you will about Dave, but I've learned so much from him about packs, edged tools, making fire, shelter, not to mention the overall 5 and 10 C's mentality. Still one primary go-to source for info on emergency preparedness / bushcraft. Thanks man. I know these videos take some time to produce. The more we carry in our brains, the less we carry on our backs. Shabbot Shalom.

Mate that was the best video on knives, ever. 12 years military. Now 65 and looking for my lifetime blade. Thanks.

Thanks Dave. A lifetime of wisdom in a little over 30 min vid. Learned a lot !

I've made them out of high cabon steel saw blades and they work like a charm ! but I found this informative !

I carry two to 3 knives every day. I also keep one in my truck at all times. I have my BHK Frontier Valley and a folder from the Dicks Sporting Goods that was 20 buck that I use to beat on at work only because there are times I do things I would not want to do to a good knife. I then have my one tool option and moras and have others. There are different knives for different tasks. And this video explains that very well. Many people think a knife should do it all, that is not true in my opinion.

I never liked the cutting edge of my knife facing my thumb and forefinger webbing for flint striking the spine of my knife. It's a serious accident in the making eventually I always thought. Your method for flint ignition from the spine of our knives is the one for me. Thank you Dave for this very useful skill and tip you provided in this video, much appreciated!

I keep my USMC Ka-bar on my hip, and a pair of Felco #2 pruners. I did commercial landscaping for thirty years, and the felco is an essential tool that no bushcrafters ever mention, but should.

Dave, i have to say i admire your thoroghness, you really have a way of explaining things. Thank you.

For folks interested in the Mora Black, i'd check out the "Survival" version. It is about $14 more, but includes a diamond field sharpener, and a high quality firesteel w/ extra magnesium. Great value in an outdoors knife. It's light and strong, so makes a great hiking knife.

This is the best video I've watched on survival knives. Thanks, Ken

One of the best knife vid's I've seen, even from you. You always cut through the bunk and then tell it straight. That's why you're my number 1 tactics guy. Keep on rockin.

Amen Brother, as a knifemaker I am so happy someone qualified as yourself can simply explain how knives are to used to the masses. A + and thank you

Dave, great video with a lot of vital, useful, and extensive information. It gave me a whole new way of looking at what is important in choosing a knife, thank you.

Well said and articulated Dave, well done.

I use to watch a lot of gear reviews but have limited reviews to only a few channels (yours included). I trust your reviews because you have a great mentality about the use of a piece of gear. The dirt time you spend can not be matched by others and that means a lot. Thanks again Dave.

I have a Condor and love it. I used to work near Blind Horse Knives when they were in Cambridge, OH.

I've recently purchased 2 of you pks knives, the scorpion and the scorpion xl, I can't tell you how pleased I am with the quality of these knives

I'm so glad you said what you did about actually using the knife. I've had a favourite knife for a long time. Used it many of times for all sorts of cuts and things. This morning I needed to split some cedar for kindling and took a huge chunk out of the cutting edge first try

Thanks for the great information Dave you’ve definitely educated me on what to look for.

Thank you for taking the time to produce and upload these videos, they are filled with useful information!

Thanks so much Dave excellent over view of what it takes to be a David Canterbury approved blade! LOVE the look at the TLC!

Hello Dave, As I mentioned in a few other videos posted by you, GOOD STUFF. I learn something new every day. And your videos are a refreshing look at new knowledge and refreshing some old files in my mind,LOL..I've also learned a few things about what to incorparate into some of my knife builds. I build one or two, sometimes three at a time. I like the 3/16" rule and the high carbon issue. Thanks..Semper FI from here in Missouri Hap Smith Jr. 2112 U.S.Marine Corps (retired)

This man knows his stuff...period.

My main knife is still a PLSK1 and B/U is the PKS Scorpion II. Thanks for your hard work !! Lee, Indianapolis (20 minutes from the store.)

Great video Dave. I have never purchased a expensive bushcrafting knife. I always was happy with my Mora. However I ended up winning a custom made knife in a contest. All I can say is I sure do love that knife. It is beautiful and a joy to use. I can't say I can do more with it than my Mora but it makes me feel more of a bad a**. LOL

2022 and still like these old school videos from Dave Canterbury the OG

You have earned my respect over and over again. I think every time I watch another video. So when you say, "This is just my opinion". I think to myself, "I better write this down". The most valuable opinions in the world to me that I have learned from my elders are the ones that go like..."I think this is a good thing to do, now let me show you what I mean." That is how someone teaches you when they know what they're doing. I will continue to say this over and over. I am so thankful that you share this with us. You are so generous with your time and knowledge.

One of the best things from following your videos is watching you grow and change your mind. I tend to suspect people who never change their mind of not really practicing what they are preaching, and are only in it to make money. It's good to see someone willing to grow, and just happens to be smart enough to make some money while he's at it. Thanks for the free YT videos, and I shop at your store first when I need something to help keep this going.

Once again.. GREAT video! Thank you for taking the time to share that great knowledge you have up there in that head of yours.

You are the real deal Dave~ A rare and beautiful blessing~*~

Thank you Dave!! I learned a great deal from this video!! Keep them coming....

This video is really Great Dave! Thanks a lot for all the information you put out there for all of us. Ive just bought today my first PKS knife, I will leave a review after this summer season in the woods it's over. Thanks a lot again.

Thank you for elaborating on what to look for in a knife...Great vid...

Dave , I believe this is one of the finest videos you've made. Great job :-)

Excellent video, Dave. Super clear and right to the point.

Dave, you give us so much information for free, for what other people would charge for. I don't doubt that your videos will come to save a life one day if they haven't already. You've done a lot for all of us. Thanks for passing on your experience, you've done a great deal for all of us. I'm glad you know better than to listen to idiots and trolls, but it does tick me off that there exist such stupid people out there. Take care.

Thanks Dave for posting these videos I trust your opinion on anything outdoors and would love to try one of your classes. Keep up the great work!

Love your channel. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

Thank you for the information Dave. My family and me enjoy all of your videos!

Not just humble opinion, but very educative. I've watched this a few times now, and find it very informative. Thank you Mr. Canterbury.

I believe a Blast Match is better than a regular faro rod. You dont have to use your knife and you can operate it one handed. I'm a big fan Dave, and always will be.

Dave, I've been learning as much as possible about survival/bushcraft and all that. Your videos helps me a lot. Thanks for the great and practical advice. I do the same with many reviews too. I only watch practical knife test videos in combination with reviews.

I have watched this video a half dozen times since it was posted & have been following Dave since 2007-2008. This is the first time I heard Dave say he did not like neck knives. Back in the early days it was the neck knife that Dave carried & promoted as it would always be with you. That is why I bought my neck knife in 2008. Experience changes knowledge & we learn the right way with experience. Just say'n so now looking for belt knife.

Dave, thank you soooooo much for this video. Having watched almost everything you've ever posted on YT, i think i have seen or heard your take on blades in bits and bobs over many different discussions. But this video was the penultimate for me making my final decision as to the "good" blade I was going to buy. Having been fearful of ordering something i wasn't going to be completely thrilled with, i kept searching and putting it off and never biting the bullet to just dish out for something great. Over time, my searches kept leading me back to LT Wright knives. I love the Kephart/Bushcraft style blade but the Bushcrafter blade from LTWK (the one in this video) seemed a little short to be a well rounded all purpose. And then i found the Bushcrafter MarkII and it was a done deal. I finally saved the money and got it recently. I havent had a chance to get dirt time with it yet but i am sure it will be a part of me for a lifetime. All said, I wanted to thank you for giving me the informational tools to make the best/right choice for me. Your criteria, opinions, and advice from experience all make so much sense. Sincerely, Long time Pathfinder disciple.

In case anyone was curious on purchasing a Blind Horse Knife...they ended their business. However, if you want the same quality and great customer service....then check out Battle Horse Knives. Dan Coppins (one of the original owners of Blind Horse Knives) owns this company with his daughter. Check them out, great stuff!

Hey Dave. I've been following you from the beginning and a lot of good and not so good channels have come after you but you are still the best. I know nothing will even come out of your mouth about a product or a skill or even a theory until you have proven it bomb proof or proven it crap through dirt time.Thanks for all you do and thanks for always pushing getting out there and making sure we own our skills with whatever gear we have.

Best vid on knifes iv seen and lots of good down to earth info and truth,thank you.

after fifty years of woodsrunning I've found that a blade of about 4-4 1/2 inches and with a thickness of 1/8 inch, full tang, convex grind and carbon steel to be best for my needs overall. I think I've gone through at least two dozen different configurations over the years. I've run the course from a through z and am finally happy with the style of knife I settled on some twenty years ago. I wish I had all that money now. but it sure gave me an education about blades so maybe it was worth it.

Excellent information! Thank you

dave i appreciate that you do this you tube channel for us that cant afford or come to your classes...you are a great teacher....your fan Ron Eells

Dave ...THANK YOU for the PHENOMINAL PRESENTATION on knives !! EXTREMELY EDUCATIONAL and INFORMATIVE !! PLEASE keep the videos coming BROTHER !!!

I love your honesty and your ability speak the truth. You and Nutn are my favorites on KZfaq - Nutn's a great gear reviewer....and your bushcraft/survival skills are second to none! Keep up the awesome vids brother.

Crystal clear, no BS here! Lol...Definitely helps me and gives me a better understanding of what I want. A true test for knife is its ability to fulfill the tasks put upon it over time. I think a lot of reviews are silly but yours was educational and made perfect sense. Good job!!

Very well done Dave .. It made me think a lot about my choices and how i use them..

I'm a huge self proclaimed Knife guy, I have bushel of different knives. I showed my friend Morgan Garret my go bag knife. he laughed at my tacticool Benchmade Fixed Presido and referred me to this video. By the end of the video I was digging into my cupboard for a couple old hickory butcher knives I kept that were my grandfathers.

Thanks Dave you made me think about knives in a different way and to made me think about some mistakes I 've done with carving and handling my knife live and learn

Thanks Dave!!

The best review ever! Thanks!

Very nice humble opinions expressed on the best knife for the job and what characteristic to look for. Thanks for posting this informative video.

Dave, I really enjoyed this video, VERY INFORMATIVE and a different point of view from my own. I used knives, professionally, for about 15 years. I learned a lot from this video and thank you for that. FINO

Dave, the video is fantastic. I gained good knowledge watching it. I will watch as many of your video's as I find. Little side note, I live near Oso WA. and my best friends buddy disappeared in the Mt. Baker area last spring. I am always prepared, studying more as things happen. I believe in repeating the basics to death. Also I like your mindset and enjoyed watching you on Dual survival. Properly prepared people will never know they could of perished in a 2 or 3 day survival situation. I have seen moderate woods folk get lost or worse because they are not always prepared. A good knife is all you need. Thanks again for the education of selecting a knife that is a proper go to tool. MW

Very informative video Dave. Just like all your videos. Definitely learned quite a bit. Thanks!! When it comes to survival you make the best and most knowledgeable vids out there!

Hi Dave, For a few years now I have been learning from your videos and recently I bought a mora companion for learning with as I recently turned 18, so far I have made feather sticks, chopped firewood, struck firesteels, made arrows, bows, tent pegs, you name it I have attempted it, every time it held up and only recently started to show signs of the beating I have put it through, great knife to me, but as I am in the UK I fear my abillity to use the skills I am learning as our woodland coverage is nearly non-existent, I would love the opportunity to come and learn more as I wish to keep this kind of knowledge alive and you may be able to show me things I would never have thought of. thank you for sharing the knowledge and skills that you do, I hope to keep learning from you

Great info! I love my stainless cause it rains here all the time, but I hear ya on the throwing sparks thing.

Thanks Dave, I found this very informational!

Dave thanks so much for the fero rod demo. I have heard you say this before, and also knew most of this info. Altho i have had the handle come off my ferro rod and had no clue what to do til, you mentioned duck tape, so that is what ill be doing. Very glad you shown that, thanks alot bro.

Very informative, Thank you!!

Your all good Dave. I like your slicing motion in making feather sticks. You make feather sticks look like slicing butter. Awesome.

When I was in scouts we where not allowed the non- folding knife, and even though I have a rather large survival knife that is a good balance of what your prefrances are I still carry my Swiss silver kniff for EDC and small work. Love it, it works just right for me. Thanks for your advise and opinions Dave.

(continued) The point is narrow enough to drill well, as well as be used to pierce and cut things like cactus, the blade long enough to keep your hand out of the needles. Unlike previous bayonets, it was designed to be a field knife that could also mount to a rifle, and will take and keep a sharp edge. There is one feature I'm fond of that may be a problem in less free States: the top swedge is sharpened. It throws wonderful sparks, and can be used in skinning to control the depth of cut.

Thanks again to sharing your skills and Knowledge with us.

Great video Dave! I've spent most of me free time in the last week doing nothing but watching your informative videos. I wish I had had all this great information when I was still spending all my free time exploring the back-country of Kentucky & Idaho! I don't always agree with you 100%, but it's pretty close. (I like small neck knives for instance.) This has got to be the best channel on KZfaq!