A Fixed Blade 4 EDC? TOPS Knives C.A.T. (Covert Anti-Terrorism)

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@alpine1600s 4 жыл бұрын

3x dot, 3x dash, 3x dot is SOS in Morse Code. Fun fact: The first message sent via Morse Code across a telegraph is "What hath God wrought?"

@JohnSmith-gs4lw 4 жыл бұрын

Tops uses dit-dah-dit which is an R in Morse. That being said, I don’t know as they intended it to be Morse. I remember this discussion on a Wingman 115 video so you might check with him. I don’t remember what the final verdict was. I think he asked Tops.

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

The •-• on the TOPS Knives stands for the letter “R”. Which according to Mike Fuller, the creator of TOPS Knives, means “Roger” or “All is Well” , as it was when he was in the Special Forces.

@SailfishSoundSystem 2 жыл бұрын

@@arctodussimus6198 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Jon_Hand

@williambrown4304 4 жыл бұрын

TOPS did the • - • "R" for two reasons 1. If you have a TOPS Knife then Roger that 👍 And 2. • - • to prevent counterfeiting Because if you can make that mark ...You can make your own knives . I edc the TOPS Tom Brown Scout and M&P600

@TheGenovski 4 жыл бұрын

Superb video! I love the field testing and all the slicing. Great work!

@scottfergusson8411 4 жыл бұрын

I have been carrying the tops Tom Brown scout knife for years and I love it and don’t leave home without it.

@JohnRuby-cs3rx 4 жыл бұрын

You're the man Aaron, another great watch....while I'm at work!

@CunoWiederhold 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a fan of Top's knives. I have 3 myself. Tom Brown, Black Rhino and Woodsman. I'm looking at the "C.U.T." (combat utility tool) for my next purchase. What folks don't realize is that (at least with the Tom Brown) sharpening is absolutely free (you must pay to-and-from-shipping). Most knives are easy to sharpen but the Tom Brown has 3 different edges, so it's better left to the pros at the factory for this. Hedge Hog makes some sick leather sheaths too. They're not cheap, but are probably the very best money can buy. I also have an ESEE 6, a buck 110 that's 44 years old (present from mom and dad), a host of Swiss Army knives (very useful!), and a few other decent quality knives. All my bags have at very least a Leatherman multi-tool, and a medium or large knife packed away. I am entertaining a Zombie Tools purchase in the near future as well.

@nevillesavage2012 4 жыл бұрын

Tom Brown Scout Knife I have been eyeing for a while

@Wildwestwrangler 4 жыл бұрын

You finally found it!!! I had to reprofile mine, then it cut pretty good!!!

@lmac8463 4 жыл бұрын

Just bought one from smkw bc of your review! Great review great knife! Thanks for all the hard work you and your channel does

@megacab 4 жыл бұрын

Just picked up this in the black g10 version. I love the ergonomics of the blade. This knife is a great option if you want a fixed blade to carry daily. Very pleased.

@Sherrodja 3 жыл бұрын

I'm sold. Exactly what I was looking for. I was going to get the CRKT SIWI (still might. nice little knife also) Perfect EDC for city or country. As a back up to a folder it excels.

@jerryjohnsonii4181 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome Fixed Blade from TOPS knives. Great price point for the quality !!!!!!!! Thanks for showing it , Aaron !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@TOPSKnivesofficial 4 жыл бұрын

Nice Video!

@rcompton 3 жыл бұрын

I daily carried this knife for 4 years and loved it. I still carry it occasionally, but I am retired now and switched to a small bush craft knife.

@Elrond_Hubbard1 3 жыл бұрын

Did you have the tanto shape? Close to pulling the trigger on it.

@rcompton 2 жыл бұрын

@@Elrond_Hubbard1 Same as the knife the in video, but desert tan.

@MDR-hn2yz 2 жыл бұрын

Great review on this blade. I’m looking for a new TOPS and this might be the one.

@ThomasConnolly 4 жыл бұрын

I actually like a lot of TOPS knife designs. But what I really hate about TOPS is that they always seem to use 1095 high carbon blade steel(low corrosion resistance/need to keep oiled) and then just cover the entire 1095 blade with a thick truck Bedliner spray, which I hate and can't stand. I wish that TOPS knives would finally use other less rust-prone blade steels like CPM 154 or CPM S35VN or better and when just stonewash their blades!!! For example, TOPS did make a folding knife called the Mini Scandi Folder MSF-4.0 Flipper that had tan micarta scales. The blade on the Mini Scandi Folder MSF 4.0 was a stonewashed drop point blade with a modified scandi grind made of very rust-resistant Bohler N690 steel, and the knife was actually done extremely well with really good quality control and fit&finish!!! I wish that TOPS would release pre-existing knife models with other blade steel options like the Little Bugger. If the Little Bugger was made in CPM 154 instead of it's standard 1095 I would but it in a heartbeat!!!

@GolfRemoEchoGolf2 4 жыл бұрын

I thought about getting one several times , definitely getting one now !

@anthonytoth1495 4 жыл бұрын

Nice knife ! I would go with the Gerber Principal for a short stubby blade . Great vid.

@snowboarding1984 4 жыл бұрын

I definitely like the sheath. Knife looks cool.

@badger7950 4 жыл бұрын

I have the Tom Brown Scout which is almost identical to this one. Love it for an EDC fixed blade.

@recycled3654 2 жыл бұрын

It is probably one of the most robust knives in it's size category, there's a lot of fixed blade knives in this outdoors EDC grouping. It's definitely on the heavy duty end of the scale, which seems overkill for casual around town. I do like the Tops CAT series of knives, the ergonomics are nice to grab right out of the scabbard, the handle fits flat against the body comfortably and the build quality is unquestionably dependable. The clip does bother me some in use when carried horizonal front position mainly because of it's blade width size seems restrictive, so I normally would carry it strongside behind the hip. Though I think it's overall best option for me, riding on my backpack hip belt where I believe this blade will really be handy and not obtrusive in any way.

@bodhi974 4 жыл бұрын

I have a few TOPS blades. Hadn’t really looked at this one. This would be a great pack strap knife. May have to grab one.

@NGMonocrom 4 жыл бұрын

3:42 ~ The *dot dash dot* is Morse code for the letter *R.*

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

@jeffwrinkle575 4 жыл бұрын

$80 is great price point for a small fixed blade and sheath. Not sure about the handle size but looks interesting. Going to add to by BladeHQ wish list.

@3wheelmannc860 4 жыл бұрын

Solid video as usual. I like that, but I would prefer a different steel for an EDC as you note the potential rust issues around sweat. I keep my knives clean and they do not get abused, but a more durable steel would be my preference, even for an uptick in price.

@ks4545 4 жыл бұрын

funny how one man's urban jungle is another's rural landscape.

@chriszablocki2460 2 жыл бұрын

I like Tops knives. It's kind of a soft steel but it sharpens easily. I have a bob. I'm interested in picking up a mini scandi also.

@TictacAddict1 4 жыл бұрын

That is 'R' . _ . in Morse Code.

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

@Wildwestwrangler 4 жыл бұрын

I wish they offered this bullseye pattern on more handle scales!!!

@freddiedorris3788 4 жыл бұрын

I have the Tom brown scout, look purdy much the same ,, really love mine a lot .

@130bowman 4 жыл бұрын

Freddie Dorris me too, was going to say the same thing

@WalrusBones 4 жыл бұрын

I edc the white river firecraft 3.5 pro. love it.

@thomasmaloney843 4 жыл бұрын

I EDC a Mora Eldris in my coat pocket, and many times a Marttini Little Classic. I also have a Buck Maxlite 673 and 684 which would compete with this as well. All for about 20 dollars and stainless. Except the Eldris, those knives get little media coverage.

@alpine1600s 4 жыл бұрын

For the more budget minded, and more variety, I recommend the Mini-Tac series from Cold Steel. I own the Bowie Mini-Tac and scout carry it almost every day. It is marketed as a neck knife, but it is the same size as the CAT.

@beckydorton7013 4 жыл бұрын

Good call imho - I've carried the tanto mini tac appendix cross draw daily for about two years now and it's impressed me so much I bought another for backup in case they discontinue it I use a kydex sheath that I made myself with 2 soft belt loops and keep it scalpel sharp on my homemade version of a wicked edge I'm a union electrician and strip wire of every size with daily, sometimes all day, and use it for everything under the sun I recommend it

@normcote270 9 ай бұрын

AWESOME REVIEW,....TY!!!

@gideonstactical 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@charlescollier7217 4 жыл бұрын

If you enjoy the CAT, Aaron, you might like the Ruike P815 Hornet. It's a slim EDC fixed blade in 14C28N, comes with a decent sheath, has more blade than a typical necker, has excellent ergos, and is concealable. The only challenge with it is that the sheath has standoffs that can make it print.

@PerceptionVsReality333 4 жыл бұрын

I'm going to buy the desert brown one.

@smartman123 Жыл бұрын

beautiful knive

@MoefoeAhole-gy9vd 7 ай бұрын

I like that knife, thanks Yukon Cornelius 👍🏻

@gideonstactical 7 ай бұрын

You got it!

@MrWegank 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! How would you compare this to the CUT 4.0? As capable, too big?

@yousufkarimmahmud1819 4 жыл бұрын

And i love your show very much 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

@fathersonsurvival 2 жыл бұрын

Aaron, hope your family adventure is going good. Would you recommend this or the tops blue otter for concealed carry utility / self defense ?

@rickjohnson4009 4 жыл бұрын

Love my Cat 200 it is my EDC knife. Worth every penny I have big hands and never have a problem holding it. Or using it wether in town or out in the woods in my state of Montana. Fantastic Tops knife.

@DevinAkin 3 ай бұрын

Excellent video. Just bought one.

@gideonstactical 3 ай бұрын

Nice! Hope it serves you well!

@jasonemploymentparkdale820 Жыл бұрын

I have one of these. All black. I have many tops knives

@jmrda30 3 жыл бұрын

Hi gideonstactical! I'm on the fence on this knife, checks out everything for EDC/basic outdoors, but concerned about the width of the handle...it's almost as wide as the blade itself. Can I ask if how wide is the handle in inches? Thanks!

@josho1459 4 жыл бұрын

This is the first Tops knife that I've seen under $100.

@bidensucks6806 3 жыл бұрын

They have several under $100. I have the UTE and love it. And have some that are more than $100 but worth the price for the quality of knives they make.

@davidrogers182 4 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of DPX hest

@qui-gone 3 жыл бұрын

TOPS CUT 4.0 also is a great EDC option i think.

@joshuaharvard2715 4 жыл бұрын

Will an azwelke hybrid drop belt loop fit on the sheath for the cat knife

@glenmo1 Жыл бұрын

Yes it's carbon steel but all the tops knives I own our carbon steel in the traction coating protects them from rust just wipe a little oil on the sharpened edge once in awhile.. if you're out in the field you could use chapstick in a pinch to protect the edge from rust

@herpingmad145 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Any plans to review the new Tops "earth skills knife"? I like the design

@gideonstactical 4 жыл бұрын

Justin d maybe

@ssunfish 3 жыл бұрын

It happened! Did you see it?

@Wildwestwrangler 4 жыл бұрын

The cut ins also are for oxygen bottle wrench

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

@zanderthompson6372 4 жыл бұрын

The r and Morse code could be for Rocky mountain bullseye which is the handle scales on a knife

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

@dragon0037 4 жыл бұрын

Hey what pack are you wearing in this?

@faceinthecrowd5810 3 жыл бұрын

I have the tops mil spie elite. 1/2 longer blade, weighs a little less. I like the cat 200, but my mil spie is too excellent to leave it home and take the cat.

@DrHavok1 3 жыл бұрын

This is from the item description when I ordered it on Amazon 7.25" Overall. 3.25" coyote tan traction coated 1095 high carbon steel hunter's point blade with lashing holes/slot and thumb ridge. Full tang. Green canvas micarta handles. Lanyard hole. Coyote tan molded Kydex belt sheath with rotating clip. Lashing holes/slots is what it says those cut outs are... Not sure what that is really unless somehow it's too lash out to a spear

@recycled3654 2 жыл бұрын

I think the holes and dash cutouts are a Tops trademark logo, representing Morse Code symbolizing a "ROGER THAT".

@doejon9424 2 жыл бұрын

This is a nice knife, for sure. I would like the G-10 version. I just think 90% of the TOPS knives are overhyped & over sized tacti-cool type of knives. Mall ninja specials. With premium price tags. I have the Air Wolfe. The thing it's giant. Borderline machete. No way you are putting that on your plate carrier or LBV.. and they claim it was designed for Air Crewmembers. It's like they specifically market their blades to WWF & world class body builder types. Who are taller & have bigger hands than the average person. They are usually very thick too. Which hinders cutting tasks, makes it extra difficult to sharpen as the years go on.. you are constantly fighting the increased thick angle of the saber grinds. All in all I don't recommend TOPS at all. However this C.A.T 200 is a solid knife. Again though.. have fun sharpening it & profiling the edge with that baked on cerakote (another fun thing to shave off while sharpening).

@fathersonsurvival 2 жыл бұрын

Can you tell me how much larger this is compared to tops blue otter ?

@ricky15210 3 жыл бұрын

Those blade cuts in Morris code is “R”

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

@JasonPatrick-tj4xj 2 жыл бұрын

What is that black chest rig. Pouch. Your wearing?

@FlashBang33 2 жыл бұрын

The cut ins either mean ETE or R.

@scottdunbar4898 4 жыл бұрын

That is the letter "R"...for what it's worth. Thanks for the video.

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

@HonoluluTita 4 жыл бұрын

Why are Tops knives so expensive compared to other companies. For the materials I mean?

@beckydorton7013 4 жыл бұрын

The "slot" in the blade is definitely for opening oxygen bottles That's why every "rescue" tool or blade has it

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

@Eric-ew8jt 4 жыл бұрын

Nice little knife, I know I’m a broken record Aaron, BUT a 2020 med/trauma kit update would be nice. Pound for pound you have the best videos on Medical

@gideonstactical 4 жыл бұрын

Eric Rosbottom I am aware of it and I am working on it and will be coming soon.

@bidensucks6806 3 жыл бұрын

Great video I love Top's and carry the UTE or Patriot daily. This one is on my list.

@Penjejak_Rimba 4 жыл бұрын

What's the blade grind for this baby here?

@iowafoxoutdoors_8838 4 жыл бұрын

This is the same knife as the TOPS Tom brown scout. Just a different handle and the holes on the blade are slightly different. Had one years ago loved it not sure what ever happened to it.

@130bowman 4 жыл бұрын

Iowafoxoutdoors _ think the scout is a tad thicker

@130bowman 4 жыл бұрын

Iowafoxoutdoors _ se sheath too

@thegreatflamdango5612 4 жыл бұрын

I didn't like this one. Handle too small and hard to draw from sheathe. Decided to get out the front for everyday carry and a fixed blade for everything else

@Tracy81258 4 жыл бұрын

Dot dash dot is the letter ‘‘R’ in Morse code, so I’m not sure what the significance would be.

@Wildwestwrangler 4 жыл бұрын

It's not a Morse code. It's an oxygen bottle wrench.

@alpine1600s 4 жыл бұрын

Tracy81258 Pirate?

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

@@Wildwestwrangler it doesn’t fit an oxygen tank. The •-• on the TOPS Knives stands for the letter “R”. Which according to Mike Fuller, the creator of TOPS Knives, means “Roger” or “All is Well” , as it was when he was in the Special Forces.

@richardjohnson8988 4 жыл бұрын

I like smaller knives like that

@babargillani3539 4 жыл бұрын

What is ur best pocket knif that u always have on u

@gideonstactical 4 жыл бұрын

Babar Gillani Spyderco Manix2 lightweight

@babargillani3539 4 жыл бұрын

@@gideonstactical hi i need a litle help i want to buy LEATHERMAN for self my Brother which one should i buy i am looking in to t4

@babargillani3539 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Friend i hope u r fine i want to buy a axe and sawe combo and. I need your suggestion for the best 2 in one

@yousufkarimmahmud1819 4 жыл бұрын

If you don’t mind may I ask you, what do you do for living ???

@csh6220 4 жыл бұрын

Not positive, but think Aaron is a preacher/minister. I think I heard him say it some time ago.

@willy0301 4 жыл бұрын

How does it compare to the esee3 for edc

@gideonstactical 4 жыл бұрын

mason williams I am not a big fan of choils in my sub 4” fixed blades. The Esee is a nice slicer.

@Wildwestwrangler 4 жыл бұрын

It carries better and has a better feel in hand for edc

@Wildwestwrangler 4 жыл бұрын

The Cat 200 is better

@beltfedTODDRULZ 4 жыл бұрын

I EDC an ESEE4 IWB at 5 O'Clock and a Milwaukee utility folder. I really like the capabilities it provides and it's lo profile

@davidkurle5418 4 жыл бұрын

The holes in the blade are a wrench for an oxygen tank.

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

@sentrieone 4 жыл бұрын

Dot dash dot is the letter R

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

@narkfly 3 жыл бұрын

dit dah dit is the letter "R" in Morse - not really sure why they would put an "R" on a knife.

@flyguy7836 Жыл бұрын

I wanna purchase this blade but they want $120 dollars I know this video was made three years ago. But that's a big push from $80 dollars to $120 is it worth that?

@gideonstactical Жыл бұрын

Just depends on what you are looking for. Lot of good options in that price range.

@flyguy7836 Жыл бұрын

@@gideonstactical I think I'm gonna go with the hornet it has tons of carry options and the price is under $50 dollars. I was just looking for something I can edc and won't rust.

@cpt7486 4 жыл бұрын

If it’s Morse code it’s the letter “R”

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

@jrapp1468 4 жыл бұрын

The clip is totally on the wrong side for IWB carry if you’re right handed.

@barrybueler3356 4 жыл бұрын

Wowy wow WOW!!!!! What a lady

@paulodacunhaalegre 4 жыл бұрын

I prefer TOPS CUT 4.

@yousufkarimmahmud1819 4 жыл бұрын

You are carrying a buck 119 !?!?!?!?!?!?!?

@gideonstactical 4 жыл бұрын

Yousuf Karim Mahmud yep, was doing some work with both that day. The buck video went up a few weeks ago.

@DimebagDan81 Жыл бұрын

. _ . In Morse code is just "R"

@johndanforth5382 4 жыл бұрын

SORRY BUT DOT-DASH-DOT IS JUST THE LETTER "R"

@arctodussimus6198 3 жыл бұрын

@redsorgum 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, but can you use it to shave wood thin enough to make toilet paper? 🧻😉😬💪🤙 Morse code, ... --- ...

@gideonstactical 4 жыл бұрын

Redsorgum hahah

@chriszablocki2460 2 жыл бұрын

Can we just call terrorism extortion, yet?

@youtubename1234 4 жыл бұрын

This is such a stupid design. Its not for edc its a typical tops couch soldier knife

@PerceptionVsReality333 4 жыл бұрын

That's why I don't like TOPS knives, ugly AF designs & rough blade coatings. I like a select few.

@youtubename1234 4 жыл бұрын

@@PerceptionVsReality333 they value looks over ergos. It's kinda sad. I had like 4 tops knives and all of them Feld like a 3 by 4 lumber in the hand

@PerceptionVsReality333 4 жыл бұрын

@@youtubename1234 It sure seems that way.