Schrade SCAXE2L: Affordable Yet Effective Survival/Camp Axe

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Schrade SCAXE2L: Affordable Yet Effective Survival/Camp Axe

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10 жыл бұрын

Preparedmind101 gives a breakdown on my thoughts on the Schrade SCAXE2L. I've had this in my possession longer than any other item I've had before reviewing it. I've done everything I could come up with to make it fail, and have not been able to.It's a solid affordable tool that can do more than just "chop".
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@bryanprilliman1044 10 жыл бұрын

We are in a pivotal times and most of society is unaware that there is great change challenges ahead of us and it is going to be rough. Preparedmind thank you for making down to the business simple very well explained videos that get the point across and are personable. I will promote your page and knowledge to those around me would be cool to meet up with you one day and learn from you brother. THANK YOU! see you down stream blessings.

@CountryBoyPrepper 10 жыл бұрын

I just got the SCAXE2 today. I've been wanting one for awhile. Love it! Extremely good value!

@brutalbrital 10 жыл бұрын

Mate I love this axe, as you know I am also not a big battoning with knives fan, although I do think you should, to a point, but I always carry an axe for overnight/multi-night stays,I would love one of these but being in Australia the price almost doubles with postage, if you find a way to get these or anything else to Australia please let us know.....btw I have given you a hard time on other films, it's not personal mate. Please don't take anything I say to heart you are doing a great service to many showing off new stuff. I'm just a crusty old bloke sometimes. Cheers and thanks for sharing, and please never stop doing what you do.

@jamescooper2618 8 жыл бұрын

I am one of those who is prepping on a VERY low budget. I would get a Schrade over others. Thanks Chris! Great Vid

@toma674 10 жыл бұрын

I have never had a problem with shrades,I used and sharpened an old folding knife for about 8 yrs.so much it wore down the blade about an 1/8"..another great review

@bill218mn 10 жыл бұрын

Great review! Thank you for taking the time to make it. These days, before I buy anything, I research online and see what people are saying before I spend my hard earned money and it's guys like you that make that possible. Schrade sold me on their customer interaction and satisfaction long ago, but their reasonable prices makes it a whole lot easier for a guy like me to stand behind them.

@jaredmbennett 10 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love the prove it in a video response. Exactly the reason people love you and absolutely trust you. I have stopped subscription to others because I found out they wouldn't review the product if it sucked they would just return it so they don't have to do a negative review and risk losing free stuff. Sell outs! I know you will never have that issue.

@preparedmind101 10 жыл бұрын

Well I don't like doing that either. For one, it's a waste of time and money. There are more crap products than good ones out there. But I WILL do stuff some people SAY is crap to prove otherwise. The other reason is when you do videos knowing you are going to end up bashing it the people that like it still or have already bought it take it personally and your trolling goes through the roof. Best way to know if I think a (commonly affordable) brand is crap is you don't see it. I also won't review something I'm already biased about. I've gotten a couple things from Cold Steel. They didn't ask what I wanted to review and one of the knives was a Leatherneck. It might be fine for its intended purpose as a fighting knife, but I'm not testing knives that way. I dont believe the 4116 Krupp steel is right for Bushcraft. Therefore it would have been an unfair review so I sent it back. Same thing with the Condor TRT tomahawk. That's made for chopping/ripping car doors. Not for woods at all so that too would have been a skewed video. However on that note, they redesigned the grind to make it more universally useful, and I'm going to review that version.

@matthewjeffres1289 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great review! I have been a fan of Schrade for a long time. I really like the new products that are coming out. Schrade listens to their customers and that is a very refreshing notion.

@jeremymalatt2221 9 жыл бұрын

Just baught mine off Amazon last night. Can't wait to take it out in the woods.

@BloodSweatnBass 9 жыл бұрын

You're the reason why I bought the Sog Kurki and now I'm going to invest in the hatchet as well. Thanks for sharing a great review

@nigelobrien7933 10 жыл бұрын

Hey great review here. I am from Ireland and schrade is a less known brand over this side of the ocean. But ever since I got my first schrade folder I converted from gerber which has big standing here. Really enjoyed your honesty here after all it is the best policy eh. My only regret is schrade is not available widely in Ireland. Have to agree with everything you say they offer great value for money and an excellent customer service. The axe well its a great piece craftmanship. Great channel. Regards Nigel.

@SwitchModeMutations 10 жыл бұрын

Agree with you on the Schrade product line quality for the price. Had a dozen Schrade knives over the years and have to say that I bought them on a whim expecting to field test them prepared for the disappointment associated with buying cheaper knives but.. I still have half of them in use today with nothing but pleasant memories. Now Ima get me a couple of these because they look awesome.

@bryangrim6021 5 жыл бұрын

I’m pretty sure I’m going to get this axe. I’ve watched several of your videos on knives and axes and appreciate the depth you put into them. Thanks for sharing! Nice job!

@semco72057 5 жыл бұрын

I have had schrade knives before and they really lasted and I just ordered a knife from their company store and will buy an axe from them next month. I have a folding knife which was issued to me while in the Air Force and still have it in the same condition it was issued to me in new. I have several survival knives also and love each of them, but don't abuse them.

@BestBugOutGear 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your great reviews Chris! Glad to see you got the attention of Schrade on the scaxe2. The larger 2L looks great!

@marksides9757 9 жыл бұрын

I have Schrade knives old enough that they were still made in the US. I still buy Schrade ( you can never have too many sharp tools). Maybe one day, we will get them back in the US. Good video and good eval

@garyhowe9347 8 жыл бұрын

Just what I was looking for. Don't care about brands but do care about performance. Looks rugged and something that I wouldn't break easily. Thank You. Gonna get one for my kit.

@MrKelso159 10 жыл бұрын

I've owed Schrade knives all my life and never had a problem, but I use them for what their used for. Just because you may pay 150 or 200 bucks for a knife doesn't mean their better. Your just buying a name. Great video and good job !

@BibleStudent4U 10 жыл бұрын

Hey Prepared Mind, 1st. You always have great vids man! I like your 101 mode of thinking, trying to save us money thanks. As to Schrade, they have been known in the knife market for many years as a "every man's knife" meaning that they make inexpensive knifes that are decent in quality and materials for the people who can't afford other makers. They have been frowned upon by many knife collectors over the years. Their steels tend to be softer and their handles tend to be some form of plastic. I do own Schrade knives and I find that for the most part I can use them hard and be satisfied with their quality, And if they break I don't have a huge investment in them.

@sevensurvival 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris for Your good reviews. I've bought Schrade products , and I like every one. Schrade may not be the very best knives , and stuff, but they are very well built using excellent materials, and they are worth two or more times what they charge. I see them as the best deal in knives that I've found. They may not be as fancy, but they work better than those knives costings over three times more built out of the same 1095.

@steveabner 10 жыл бұрын

I love Schrade products! I've beat the hell out of my SCHF9, and it keeps asking for more. I've been wanting to get one of these axes for a while. Thanks for the kick ass review.

@lasvegasjasonb21 10 жыл бұрын

Nice to see independent reviews

@joevanblarcume8469 10 жыл бұрын

The best light weight axe to have with you for any survival need. With all it's multipurpose uses, you couldn't go wrong. I would love to have one of these for my B.O.B. plus I need one

@exoticreplayyz3255 9 жыл бұрын

I love schrade a lot and so I bought the axe being scared of what would happen but it turned out the schrade axe cuts wood like a piece of cheese!!!!!!!! Thank you so much for posting this video otherwise I would have never bought the axe!!!!!!!😃😃😃😃😃😃😃 thanks again😄😄😄

@MartyBugg 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great reviews and for your integrity when doing them.

@MrsBee-uo2lc 7 жыл бұрын

You are quite the amazing wood chopper!

@toddklekotka3340 10 жыл бұрын

My first knife was a schrade folder. I had that thing for years...until I really ABUSED it, then it broke the tip off and I tossed it. Same goes for the BG Gerber. They had issues at first, but they seem pretty good for what they cost. I even use knives that are 420 ss, as long as they have a really thick blade, I have nothing but success! Just made my own knife, excited to see how it holds up!

@chrishunt4749 10 жыл бұрын

Great video, love the look toughness and versatility. This would be a great addition to any BOB or camping gear.

@smokingbean 10 жыл бұрын

Good company with good knifes everyone I know that has one including myself has had no complaints

@THEBIGBOSS1978 10 жыл бұрын

I have a schrade schf9 and love it. I dont understand the schrade hate. i also have the really old schrade cliffhanger lol if you guys remember that, I got it when i was a kid

@Richard-mz7qu 9 жыл бұрын

Hi Preparedmind101, I checked out your Amazon store and noticed you are selling the Schrade SCAXE2L for $ 41.35; yet Amazon is selling it for $ 63.00. When it comes time for me to make the purchase, I will be sure to pick it up at your store. Nice web store by the way. As always, thanks for the entertaining and informative videos!

@AntoniusRome 10 жыл бұрын

I like your reviews Chris. If I were in the market for a medium sized axe I'd buy the SCAEX2L. I've a few Schrade products and they've all been great.

@allenwhite6946 10 жыл бұрын

I love my schrade knifes and appreciate your review. I have always like your reviews, you actually put them through abuse to test there durability and that is what I appreciate. I know marbles has a good hatchet as well that is nice and inexpensive as well. keep up the good work

@mikemccormick7731 6 жыл бұрын

Great stuff as always love the pretention analysis. I love my schrade plus its a tool, its meant to be used

@Countryprepper 10 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to get one! Thanks for the review. I had a Fiskars hatchet on my website for one of my recommended survival tools, but think I'll change it to this.

@iansanderson2838 8 жыл бұрын

Such a wise man you are

@ryanlee2754 10 жыл бұрын

A must have on my list for sure !

@gofasttshirts7504 10 жыл бұрын

thanks for your honest reviews.

@robertjeffery3237 10 жыл бұрын

Excellent rant! Thank you for your time and attention to detail!

@azm1azm1azm1 8 жыл бұрын

Bought mine on Amazon. Wanted a pack axe. This Sharade was a little heavy for that purpose. On the first log i tried to chop, about 8" round, I chipped up the edge on the first attempt. Returned it. Will get Fiskars X17

@azm1azm1azm1 8 жыл бұрын

+azmediaone Also bought Council Tool 20HB18P01 #2 Hudson Bay Camp Axe .An GREAT axe. Also got the Cold Steel Trail Boss for $26 shipped. AMAZING axe

@Forewarned76 10 жыл бұрын

My suggestion, lay the axe flat on a hard surface and lay your tinder in the nook of the blade, then lay the ferro rod against the corner and pull towards you

@robertlindsay7527 7 жыл бұрын

I have used Schrade knives & other products for years, I have no problem with any of them.

@GunznGear 10 жыл бұрын

I'm very glad I came across you channel recently. I'm enjoying your videos very much. I have to say that I was disappointed when Schrade began shipping knives from China. I have 1 or 2 old models that I like very much. I assumed that their quality went down the drain, so I'm glad you are showing otherwise. Thanks

@preparedmind101 10 жыл бұрын

I'm not allowed to say why, because it's done sort of trade secret stuff, but rest assured they are on top of what happens in their overseas plants. That's why their stuff doesn't break like most dept store stuff does. I wouldn't worry until I see Schrade in Walmart.

@MrPlatinumepic 10 жыл бұрын

PREPAREDMIND101 my scaxe2 tends to get dirty when i chop does yours ?

@texasgreazer 10 жыл бұрын

some great reviews. Really want one of these SCAXE2L so I can compare it to my SOG ax.

@maureenrear5866 10 жыл бұрын

Love his honesty and it is a great axe that I will buy

@remfj40 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for standing up and keeping it real. Reason why I subscribe and watch. Truly Thank you. PS. don't let them see ya sweat or get to ya. Just keep it flowing.

@ChrisWilkesSurvival 10 жыл бұрын

Great review. Good to hear this is an axe worth having. We need more common man gear reviews like this. Definitely the message people get is that you have to have high end gear if you want good gear. And it's just not true.

@obewanlazyone 10 жыл бұрын

Cool contest thank you for the chance.

@covita100 10 жыл бұрын

Like the blade - good grip from the looks of the video

@oHalfBreedo 10 жыл бұрын

This would be the ultimate camping ax, size and make seem to be going together perfect...and the fire starter is an added complement.

@Wingman115 10 жыл бұрын

The SCAXE2L is a great axe. I did a video of a budget bushcraft kit and it performed great!!!

@cavemansupreme4779 6 жыл бұрын

Wingman115 can you use the back as a hammer?

@Coldakin 9 жыл бұрын

I havent found a video i didnt like yet. You do a great job in all of them.

@alext.5727 8 жыл бұрын

Very useful review. Thanks! And fair comments about quality of the product vs. name on the product, I agree. Subscribed.

@fishman80 7 жыл бұрын

This is great. really hope they come out with one you can chop with 2 hands

@MrWeb49 8 жыл бұрын

I use schrade and and have zero fail i ove the new schrade sheath on this axe good video and thanks shrade this axe is perfect

@joevanblarcume8469 10 жыл бұрын

Now to be lucky to win this would be awesome. To put this with my SCHF12, and head for the woods. Nothing could really get in my way

@DirbyHunter62 10 жыл бұрын

Great video Chris I just wanted to chime in and tell you that on certain state and federal lands there is a $500 fine for cutting live trees even live branches, just thought I'd give you a heads up its happened to one of my buddies!

@preparedmind101 10 жыл бұрын

I'm on private property.

@DirbyHunter62 10 жыл бұрын

I was just telling you in case you ever go camping at any parks or hiking any state trails.

@xenoptryx 10 жыл бұрын

Great review. I like your attitude.

@rustymoore5867 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info and caring it in your store. Going to buy one. Later.

@mikono14 10 жыл бұрын

I could not agree with you more about shrade and their quality i have a lot of schrade knifes and i love them,and their customer service is just as good as their products and prices.i like how you test this stuff out and show every differnt use you can think of for that product and let people know if its worth it or not and i can tell you would nt say its good and put your name on the line if it was a bad product.i would love to win that axe because i dont have a compact axe and i cant afford to buy one for a long while because i have twins on the way in nov. So im saving as much as i can for that.

@eloracorne9760 10 жыл бұрын

i like that its made out of softer steel,easier to sharpen

@THENEWWRANGLER 10 жыл бұрын

Just ordered one, Your videos make me spend but I like them

@ljenkins1946 10 жыл бұрын

Great video / great value in a useful axe

@josephstidham939 10 жыл бұрын

That schaxe2l would be awesome for camping and hiking

@godrulzthe602 3 жыл бұрын

this guy sounds like Ash, "Hear a lot of yappin, and not enough happen." love it

@D00MTR33 10 жыл бұрын

Im not surprised that 3cr is holding up ok on an axe or a chopper. Reason being is wood has very low wear abrasion so even a steel like 3cr, that has very low wear resistance and why it sucks on folders, still does good on wood. What you need for wood chopping is toughness, thats why 10xx series of steels make good choppers and bushcraft knives is because they have high toughness and 3cr even though not as tough as carbon steels, still has enough toughness to chop wood especially at 52 to 56 hrc at which its ran by shrade.

@brentstewart4360 10 жыл бұрын

looks like a solid design

@SeaBeagal 10 жыл бұрын

"Swing and a miss!" LOL Great video as always Chris.

@mperkins37 10 жыл бұрын

Schrade, Old Timer and Uncle Henry Knives sent me - Subscribed - Thanks

@RichardSmith-gl6kj 7 жыл бұрын

Chris I am a Schrade man - I have put mine thru hell and I have no issues with their knives or this axe. I am the kind of person who will be straight forward about crap equipment and Schrade is not !! crap.

@svetlanaloskutova399 10 жыл бұрын

Great video, cool Schrade axe!

@ClaytonMoorhead 9 жыл бұрын

How can I contact you about an idea j have for schrade that you could recommend for me??

@hammocksponge3994 10 жыл бұрын

Love the Schrades... My best axe is a double edged type I got at a local thrift store for $5US... It destroys wood.

@davydmoerler7559 10 жыл бұрын

great looking axe, very informative channel, thanks

@jimmyjoslin282 10 жыл бұрын

Love this ax and this channel

@nasty1546 10 жыл бұрын

WOW!! That thing is awesome would be great for me to clean out my shooting lanes!! :)

@csh6220 6 жыл бұрын

Earlier I watched two videos on axes (Not "Fail" videos), one a Hults/Bruk, one a Gransfors/Bruk, and both had hickory handles that broke with one overstrike. They are expensive axes but were useless after a few minutes work. I will stick with synthetic or full steel handles/shafts. As for anti-batoning people, if the people in those videos had not had a knife they could baton with, they would have had no fire (it was very wet in both videos). It happens.

@everlastinglusts841 5 жыл бұрын

.....you making progress........

@imsurroundedbyidiots7664 10 жыл бұрын

Subbed and love the look and size. Flexible in the field.

@stronglikemonkey 9 жыл бұрын

Do you prefer the original or Ken Onion Worksharp to sharpen these axes?

@chazjordan6248 10 жыл бұрын

Have you looked into the buck hood line? Id love to see what you have to say about them. I really like the punk

@hillboy-pq9qp 10 жыл бұрын

schrade make good stuff i have a knife by them but it is made in america and really like it but for an axe i like condor boys axe it is also made in america for fourty bucks but i also think you should start out with some dependable gear but doesn't have tobe top line upgrade as you learn

@ryanlee2754 10 жыл бұрын

Chris, If you had to choose between SCAXE2 and SCAXE2L, which one would you pick and why?

@snakemonkey555 10 жыл бұрын

Great video Chris, thanks for posting. Do you know the warranty by Taylor on the axe? No mention on there website?

@icepopstart 10 жыл бұрын

I enjoy your videos. Is there any way of doing searches to see if you have reviewed a piece of gear or to find a review I know you have done? Thanks

@rod.thehollerhound9791 4 жыл бұрын

I love shrade. Even though they in china now. I've used them all my life.

@shyster27usa1 9 жыл бұрын

Quick question, my 9yo son just got his totin' chip today and I was wondering if you think this would be a good first ax for him. I've never held one and only found them on the internet tonight. Any assistance you can give would be greatly appreciated.

@zaqg5183 7 жыл бұрын

How does the JesX compare to a hatchet or small axe. Something youd put in/on a pack.

@005658able 10 жыл бұрын

Really liked the video AND the commentary at the end. Well done. Charles

@horned0wl 10 жыл бұрын

I have been on the fence which axe/hatchet/hawk to add to my shtf gear. Any ideas what to look at for an urban environment?

@tannermcmahon5428 10 жыл бұрын

You should do a fire fighter style axe reveiw

@monniefox6410 10 жыл бұрын

its a sold, tough piece of awesome..thats why i want it

@dennislane4972 6 жыл бұрын

Oh I m looking for a serious cheap organizer for my fire start ers excetra , but not high doler like the one you got . Budget friendly . You have any of those?

@cowboysam1957 6 жыл бұрын

I like your videos…great reviews…you also make my feel like I’m in the forest

@Theoutdoorproject80 10 жыл бұрын

Can you please do a video of the crtk kangee t hawk.

@axlvixn3174 9 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, I really want to buy one, sad to say can't find it here in UAE...how can I buy one online that I can surely receive the item here. sorry having bad experiences before with ebay.

@dennislane4972 6 жыл бұрын

Like I said what's you're stores name , how's you're shipping, I have plans soon to get silky saw ,this axe of coarse. , The crt Jethro knife I think it's name and the Shrade Bolo , do you have any of these?

@user-gq7ez6cl7f 10 жыл бұрын

the reason people knock schrade is because up to about 3 to 4 years ago they were kind of crappy. the market and economy has demanded more from affordable knife companies. i am glad schrade improved its standards.

@preparedmind101 10 жыл бұрын

Agreed. People need to know that this is a whole new Schrade.

@evgenymaslay721 10 жыл бұрын

Good review

@nerdgirlinatardis7373 10 жыл бұрын

Here's my thought or question. How well can female handle it? I know that next year were spending the summer in the country and it would come in handy to help with wood cutting. I would love to see from a female stand point how it feels and handles.

@preparedmind101 10 жыл бұрын

I think it would be fine for the fairer sex.

@dchkerries1 9 жыл бұрын

I'm a 52 year old disabled veteran female, and I love this axe! It works awesome and is lightweight. You won't get so tired swinging or carrying this axe. I even had my mom used it and she's 73 years old. She is much weaker than I am, with little hand and arm strength, and she liked it a lot. (I've always been a lot stronger than my mom.) I don't think you would regret getting this axe. Extremely easy to sharpen with the stone it came with.