I just received one for a gift, went to the shop and whittled two different woods with it. And I agree. Less $$ is not all bad , and I can put in in my pocket and do some fun things. Thanks for your review. Good info.

Great review, I like how you gave a good amount of information and demonstration of the knife, didnt feel the need to skip any parts of your video; subscribed!

For those who want it, it's not a 240-T, it's a 24-OT. The OT stands for Old Timer, and all the knives they make end with OT.

just wanted to say I've been watching your videos for some time now..and I like your personal and down to earth demeanor. . there are way to many wannabe expert/teachers out there..and the work you do on your knives is fantastic. . thanks for being real..

I am so glad you did this review. I have been thinking about this for a little while for the exact reason you got it for. You are the reason I just finished making my first knive. Thanks for your channel.

I often wonder about these combination carving knives. Thanks for testing it out. Take care.

Thanks for the review I've been wondering about this knife and I respect your opinion thanks again

I bought one after watching your video fam. I just got done carving all my chess pieces and it's fantastic.

Very nice video, with all thoose birds singing behind you! Your place looks awesome bro! Cheers from France!

William it's good to hear the thoughts of a knife maker with these reviews. Good stuff thanks for posting.

Good video, I've been debating whether to get one of these carvers, I may just go ahead and get one, thanks Will.

Hey Will! Thanks for the review buddy!

I have a left handed flexcut carving knife. It works really well and with locking blades it is a bit safer to use. You are right it is speedy. But, you get what you pay for in this instance. Like your videos. Keep them coming

Been eyeing one of these for 2 years. Just looks cool is all.

Good review William. Looks like a winner.

I am glad you done this video. l have been thinking about buying one just because of the price and the fact that I usually only carve in basswood. I think you hit the nail on the head using the hardwood. It's performance in hardwood not so great but for thirty bucks I could live with that. I will most likely purchase this carvers. Great video Will

Cool idea for a folder. Thanks for the video.

I ordered one of these the other day from KnivesPlus. The price was really good at $18.97! I am hoping it fits the bill for a fun carving knife at camp, something light, small, and easy to carry in pocket or pack.

I ordered one from Cabela's last night free shipping it's going to give me something to do in lockdown. Flexcut is good if you're a professional. Starting off this is going to be perfect.

I love the birds in the background haha

just got my 24OT. I'm convinced it's excellent; if used appropriately.

I don't have one, but the FlexCut Carving Jack comes with rubbing compound and a wooden block formed to strop both sides of all the blades which lock. That might be enough to justify the extra cost, if you felt the need for a multi-carver. I don't. Right now, I'm content with my WC crooked knife and a couple of Moras.

Nice. Thanks Mr.

It’s a lot bigger than I imagined. Just picked one up out of curiousity

Sounds like Spring down where you are. Enjoy it, I have 3 feet of snow on the ground.

good review, doint think its for me but that is why i like to watch reviews on stuff

Been mulling over whether to buy this knife for awhile now and just ran across your video. Thanks for putting it out. After watching, I decided to go ahead and pick one up. Found them on Amazon for $11.13, so it will be hard to go wrong at that price. Thanks again! BTW, what's the best way to sharpen those odd shaped blades?

Yeah, mine needed some attention when I first bought it but it does the job, was a good price and is compact in your backpack. Like you said, its not going to replace the proper tools but it's a lot less weight and size than a tool roll full of carving knives.

Thanks for the review. Something to consider. TC - Stan

That does seem like a neat little tool kit.

From the little I saw of the blades actually working on the material they held up quite nicely. I'd get one.

That carolina wren is tearing it up!

Good review of this pocket whittler.

Just ordered one on amazon for 30 bucks reviews were pretty good

Out of the box it is worth $20 it’s not for new carvers I feel, it’s not sharp enough so extra effort is needed which is not good for safety, needs honing. I have used the felxicut jack for years now and it holds its edge and blades lock into place, we all know using this type of tool has its limitations including folding blades but to a seasoned carver it’s a nice tool, but flexicut Jack is better but you get what you pay for. (I don’t work for them by the way)😀

Say Heah William, I have a Flexcut Carving Jack, With my Flexcut, I had to make sure if I wanted a Right Handed or a Left Handed Tool. Maybe Schrade has that too ? I also think I read at a Forum the steel is 1095. That's a spring steel, so it might not chip as fast. Is it worth it, I went from a "V" Cut Spoon made from a stick, to a semi-pro spoon carver. Dilly, Dilly.,,.p

Hey bud. Just got this knife and wanted to see if it was just me or if that bevel was on the wrong side of the hook blade. If you do make that modification I would be really interested in seeing if it helped. Thanks for the review. After playing with it I'd definitely say you have the most realistic and honest video on this particular knife. Thanks again.

always good to see slipjoint knives.

Just F.Y.I. The Flex Cut tool (which I do have), has the same grinds as the Old Timer and I do see what you are saying about it being on the wrong side of the scorp. I think that is because of the angle at which one cuts into the wood to form a bowl. If it was on the other side, I think it would tend to dig a bit too much. Just my opinion though. Thanks for the review.

Been watching your videos for some time now. been thinking of purchasing one of your knives. then came across this. it's one thing to review a knife that is similar to another one but to say it is really high priced. kind of funny coming from a knife maker who also made a video on the fact a veiwer said he could never afford one of your knives. but we all have our opinions and I am sure your company will do well with your great knife designs. but this was like calling the kettle black to me. but best wishes.

Did you sharpen the blades before you used them in this test? Or just debur them? Do you have any long-term thoughts on the knife?

A friend of mine gifted me this whittling knive I love it I just use the small blade though

I've been playing with one for awhile now. And I,m getting ready to do a review on it. On my channel. The thing I like is its affordable to the average guy. What's better is its affordable to kids like boys scout groups and such. As a kid in Boy Scouts I would have never been able to buy the expensive versions but the old timer version is doable for just about anyone.

Having trouble getting mine ti sharpen, how do you go about sharpening the tools on this?

using one; have found "factory edge" sharp, but not ready for whitlin'; have been adjusting taper for better results...well made, sturdy..."whitler"- not "edc"(everyday carry)...worth the money

Amazon 22$....simple, and for portable carving. ..it'll do. Thanks for your vid

Great video! I've had the flexicut version for a few years and really enjoy using it. The Schrade handle looks more comfortable (rounded vs very square) though I do like that the flexicut blades all lock. At first mine was prone to chipping and rolling in hardwoods, but after taking it to the slips and stones twice, I've had no further issues and maintain the edges using only the honing block supplied. It serves as a very good "second stage tool", after roughing in with a belt knife or axe. A good tool to pass some time in the evenings in front of the bush TV at camp.

if william says its a good knife ..then i gotta have one

I just ordered the 240T, should I cancel and order and order another knife?

I have both this and the Flexcut. The Flexcut is much better, but if course, much more expensive. It's ready to cut out of the box. The Oldtimer isn't nearly as sharp and some of the grinds on the blade are bad. If you know how to sharpen carving tools and don't mind taking the time to do some serious sharpening, then this is definitely worth the cost. But, if you aren't confident in sharpening, then get the Flexcut. It's an amazing tool. Each has its place. For the cost, I'd definitely get the Oldtimer, if for nothing else, as a backup and something to practice sharpening with.

Could have been a great review if all of it was in frame, good job though!!

Seems like a great little whittling knife. But I see if you knew you were gonna carve some spoons it wouldn't be practical. Great video.

When I got mine, you could have rode bare assed to China on any of the blades. That's how dull they were.

Say Heah William, Which is better steel, 1095 or 65Mn. Well that's the difference. Plus you get a nice leather pouch, plus some compound and stopping block for every individual blade. I use to like Schrade when they were American made, I have the Deerslayer, SharpFinger, plus a few pocket knives in great condition. All in the 0170-6C steel they use to use. That steel now is called 1995 CroVan. I hope more companies start using it again. I say that because a few of my friends got the Splinter. There definitely is a difference. Dilly Dilly.,,.p

I've been waiting for Leatherman to make a dedicated woodsman carver multi tool with interchangeable bits.

how would you fix that bevel?

Good review, but my worry is about the broader picture. This is the pattern with Chinese knockoffs: they don't do well with innovation, but they do a very good job of stealing from someone else who's already innovated and then undercutting them on price until they've run the guy who created the market right out of it.... and then once they've killed the competition, their prices start to climb. I don't see the problem with the price of the flexcut: $108.95 (amazon)... for a quality tool made in the USA is not unreasonable by any stretch. How will you feel when you start to see the first Chinese "King Forrestman" knock-offs of your Master Woodsman hit the market? How bout when a respected peer of yours decides to put up a "review" of the Chinese product and he says "well, its not as good as Will's knife, but I would never pay $300 and wait 2years for one of his knives... so send your $50 to these Chinese crooks, it's a great value!"

Bit and shrade are two different companies? They both sell them on amazon. Bit says nothing about the steel quality, while Schrade says 65mn high quality stainless steel. Think there's a difference? Would one have to be a knock off?

At 3:31 I was highly unimpressed with the tool

The small blade is to be used for chip carving, no general slicing. Enjoy.

Hell, I just found these after grabbing a cheapo 12x crap handled set of scoops/etc to rehandle, first I was looking at the old timer 22uh set, then the excel woodcraft set, and naturally NOW I see a bunch of old bearded dudes playing with this one so that kinda settles it, as a younger bearded dude I need one huh?

I have the left handed version of the FlexCut Carvin Jack, I was lucky in that I know somebody who works for a international tool supplier who got me a staff discount of a third off, This looks like a very good copy, Especially for the money, Although unlike with the FlexCut Carvin Jack, This one has no locking mechanism, So I feel with just slip joints, You will have to develop a lot of patience and be very careful with your technique

This tool is fine just sharpen it up your good to go and you learn to sharpen tools its only 20$

all the blades are set up the way they should be.

I was a made in the USA kinda guy, but I've given up on that, we don't make anything anymore. but I refuse to buy anything made in China. my boots are made in the Dominican republic, I own mora and Swiss army knives made in Europe. imho if you can buy American do so, if not buy anything but made in China.

A fair review. Camera angles were off. Unable to see each demonstration. Fair review though. Thanks.

You may want to watch your video again. You did not call it a Chinese Knock off. Some say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. In this case I don't think Flex cut would find this true. Flex cut does have a patent on the design of these blades. I have the Flex cut, it's a Very good steel, great design except for the edges of the knife needs to be filed down and best price at Woodcraft when on sale . You should try one then you will understand. Nothing more dangerous for carving then a blade that dull fast and does not lock in place. Another good pocket knife for carving is made by Oar. Thanks for your video.

Bevel shouldn't be on the other side on the large curved blade bevel should be lower angle and it should be a bit convex it must be flat on inside. Those rounded... "blades" are gouge and scorp by the way.

For those of you in the comments saying that this is a counterfeit knife like the fake Benchmade and Spyderco knives being made: no it is not. Whether or not Old Timer has the right to the design might be up for debate, but that's unlikely. And it is not in anyway being marketed as an actual Flex-Cut knife.

Chinese knock off of The Flex Cut Carving Jack.

Can’t get it to take an edge ! Swiss Army knife takes and holds edge much better.

Most of the action was not in frame might want to address that

Sad that Old Timer is importing Chinese junk. I wouldn't buy it but I hope it works out for you.