in a survival situation you can use the cutting edge to spark a fire steel, yes it will dull it, but only in 1 small spot and not enough to make the knife useless, when it comes to staying alive now,, the edge can be re done later,, now matters
I am a big fan of esee 5, I went for the G10 option from TKC. I put my own 90 deg on and have a ferro rod added to all my sheaths for all my large knives. This knife will get you through any bad day and instills a lot of confidence when in the bush. I have used it a lot in the Zululand bush on east coast south africa and place it only 2nd to my steel eagle delta which is a phenomenal survival knife. Great Channel Dan.
JOE X channel did a destruction test on both the Esee 5 and the Tops Steel Eagle, both were among the toughest knives he’s had tested, I think in the top 3 from one comment I saw he write
This was a good video - thanks for sharing. Concerning the mentioned fire-starting capabilities of the Esee 5, if I have a ferro-rod with me, I also have a small striker to go along with it so that's not an issue, although the use of one's knife spine seems to be the popular way to do it these days. I do bow-drill frequently and very much like the bow-drill divot in the Esee 5 since it makes prep for that task just a little easier. I've filed the choil of an Esee 6 I have, to use for creating an ember on a piece of char cloth using a ferro rod as shown in one of my videos. I like both the Esee 5 and 6, with each having it's own advantages.
Good information, and you are correct regarding the lack of a 90-degree spine and the coating. It's a shame that most reasonably priced "survival" knives come like that! Mustard and Worksharp fixes my knives!! I went to the U.S.A.F. S.E.R.E. course in Washington State while in 2nd Ranger Battalion back in the 1970s FYI, its: Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape
I had to go back and listen to myself speak. I don't know how I said RESCUE, I must have been not thinking at all. Total tongue slip on my part. Thanks for catching that.
Both great knives, could not go wrong with either. Whatever knife you have on you will be your survival knife, but wise to have a heavy duty one that can finish the task.
All around. I’d pick the BK10. It’s not as stabby which is important. But I think it crosses over to surviving in an urban environment better. Stronger tip from the profile. Good for digging a foxhole. And going through doors. Thumb ramp a big plus for old hands but it needs to be moved Back an inch. The esee 3D is the winner in handle ergo. I think the BK10 is a better SEER knife.fill that pocket with iodine tabs and a honing rod and a fine draw file to keep that spine sharp.
Interesting ideas, have you done much digging with the BK10? I’m actually considering it as a garden knife (so mostly digging with some light chopping and brush clearing). I can’t find a hori hori with good tool steel, so this looks like the next best thing, even if a bit less good at moving dirt. I wish the BK10 were a bit longer, like the BK7, but the 7 doesn’t seem to have the trowel-like front end.
Both knives are great knives. Give it to esee because oh heat trear,sheary,and warranty. However in that situation I'll take my bark river bravo 1 or martin knives t3 sere. Esee and becker just to bid.
I removed the thumb ramp on my BK7, and like it way better than with the thumb ramp. The two things that give the Essee’s the edge to me, are they are not skeletal tang like the BK’s, and their unconditional warranties.
Check out JOE X channel destruction test of the Esse 5, amazing for a knife that is also great for all survival tasks (except perhaps primitive trap construction…as you say a smaller carver would be better) One of the first things that a downed pilot would need the knife for is actually to cut and smash their way out of damaged helicopter wreckage, the esee 5 pointed pommel is a glass breaker, but JOE X just smashed through the car windows with the blade 🤷🏻♂️😆 not sure how much stronger aircraft windows might be though, be he also stabs into the car paneling etc suggesting you may well be able to stab and lever (like stabbing and then prying/levering open a can of beans) your way into or out of the fuselage of an aircraft. The problem with a lot of his tests is that at some point to be the toughest knife he can test, it will likely end up being a crow bar, which isn’t much use as a knife, but Esee 5 stands out as being great at both qualities His test of the Gerber Strongarm and also Becker BK2 were interesting to compare, not sure if he has tested the Becker BK10 (that you have there) yet? 🤔 Dutchbushcraftknives tested the BK2 directly to the Esee 5 and preferred the BK2, but for a survival knife to get from an urban environment to and wilderness environment and then back, I think the Esee 5 with the mods you have done is the best, maybe pair it with a Mora Companion in stainless for carving, food prep, fishing and tasks in and around salt water etc and for my beginner level skills I would feel I had the best survival combo any knives could ever give me
GREAT VIDEO AS ALWAYS....I just got my Esse 5 the other day thanks to you and its a great Knife...but I want you to try the Kbar Bk2 Knife I think you would really like it...I think the Bk2 is a little bit Thicker then Esee 5....thats not a big deal unless your like me and really like thick Knives... the Bk2 is almost same Knife as Esee...the Difference is the tip come to a better Point on the Esee5...but Bk2 is a Great Knife don't miss out on Great Knife because it going up in Price...
Great comparison. Even though I have a BK 10 I would consider the Esee to be one stage up because it has a true full-tang handle compared to the BK 10 which has a hollowed out handle. I have seen a few videos where the BK 10 broke inside the handle, one guy even showed a video welding it back together.
Nice video as always. I know this might be a lot to ask but, if you're able to get your hands on a SLYSTEEL/TOPS Shark Tooth Hunter, I would love to see you put it through your usual tests. The split finger guard is appealing to me as you can use both hands without having to put the knife down/away. I know it's expensive and not very common so absolutely no worries if you can't find one but just wanted to put it on your radar. Thanks!
Another gr8 video. Good comparison. Wait till you handle my BK10 that I re-profiled the blade on. I took the thumb ramp off and changed the clip point to a drop point! You WILL like it! When I see you next month, I have a custom made gift for you I will drop off in person! I think you will find Uses for it!
I think if that thumb ramp was gone I would like the BK 10 better than the Esee. Have to send mine up to you again one of these days. One big plus that I really like on both knives is NO finger choil.!
I always carry multiple fire making systems my best striker is a tactical gearz pocket knife that's D2 steel so I don't need my main carry knife to do it
You are the first one who has ever commented on this. Nice! Even making a video, I am still tuned in to any change in sounds. A sudden quiet, A bird or squirrel alarm, etc. Will always cause me to check. There are cougar, and you really never know. My dad was stalked by a cougar many years ago.
It would be nice to strike a rod on the factory spine . However ,I don't believe it to be that critical simply because there are other ways to start a fire. If you were in a situation where you lost all your belongings in a mishap except the one knife strapped to your side, then the right angle spine would be of no good without the rod. Also the rod would be another item to carry. If I were stranded in the Bush, I know I would have the necessary items right there in the bush . Could make a bow drill with some tree branches & natural twine for the cordage. A magnifying glass would work great too provided the sun was shining. But again , another item to pack. Great video and very informative comparison. Thank you.
Yeah but sometimes you have to rescue the hungover boomer that got shot down with you (stretcher, splint, tourniquet, etc.). That's what "Rescue" could be for lol
Interesting comparison. I still would have compared the ESEE 5 to the BK 2, since they’re so much alike, but the BK-10 is an interesting alternative. The part that seemed a bit unreal is modding both knives before comparing them. Unless you have a source the buy the knives already in that configuration, I think most people would benefit from a comparison of both knives in *STOCK* condition. Still, for anyone with a few *$$$* to spare, the video showed what’s possible, and does provide a bit of _”knife fantasy”_ (or _”porn”?)_ for the rest of us. (My use case would be a form of _”urban survival”,_ anyway.)
I wasn't in the military. My apologies if I gave that impression. Over the years, however, I have had the opportunity to take both active duty and military veterans into the mountains for survival training. We often did extended exchanges of training, knowledge, etc.
The 1 feature missing in both these knives is you can't unscrew the handle like Rambo. Never know when I'll need my 3 matches, 4 ft of fishing line, and shitty sewing needles.
For any survival knife. Has to be a true full tang. Anything less is just setting yourself up with problems in the future. Esse easily wins this.. the kabar becker bk2 is the correct comparison of course.. id take either the esse 5 or bk2...
Hi from Italy, I love survival and bushcraft and I'm enjoying your videos. I have a question, what do you think about the Becker harpoon knife? Can it be a good s.e.r.e. option? Thanks. Woods behind you re beautiful, were are you filming your videos?.
I haven't used the Harpoon yet, but based on the performance of the BK16, I think it would be an excellent knife. I have actually been considering getting one myself. If you get one, please let me know how you like it.
P.s. if your shot down behind enemy lines,you ain't making a fire! Trust me I know. Spent 12 1/2 years of my life training and picking up downed air crew,among other things.
When ever I do a knife review, it is a knife that i have chosen personally to try out for Bushcraft. The one you mentioned is not something I would purchase for myself. Sorry about that.
I have never used the Rat7. My main reason for not liking the Esee6 as much is the finger choil. I like a blade that comes all the way to the handle. Weight on Esee 5 is an advantage in my thinking too, for chopping. For a blade in the 6 or 7 inch range, I really like the Apache Dawn by TOPS.
This will ruffle a few feathers but in a S.E.R.E. situation a fero rod is overrated, buy a Bic lighter or ten. I carry 2 or 3 on my person everyday, I have a pack of 3 in my car I have 3 in my car, I have 3 in my wifes car. I have 3 each of our escape bags and there are 4 of us, husband, wife and 2 children. I have 3 in our first aid kit I have 3 in my personal 1st aid kit as do my wife and children. Every knife we have that has a pocket we have a Bic lighter so at a minimum we have 45 Bic lighters. In a S.E.R.E. situation your not going to be stuck in the bush for years waiting to be rescued, a Bic lighter will light a couple of thousand fires and after the gas is finished you have about fifteen hundred on the flint striker. In a real shit hit the fan scenario with a minimal of 40 plus Bic lighters I will have all the time in the world to learn how to use a bow drill.No I dont have shares in Bic but maybe i should. Keep It Simple Stupid is one of my motto's.
Same here, I have used the Bics lots over the last 40 years or so, including when I got caught out in a white out in Colorado. When its that cold, you want a fire and hot soup now!
Many a military person has found themselves in a survival situation in non hostile territory. For example, mechanical failure on an aircraft. In these situations fire may be necessary for survival, or signaling for rescue. Good thought though. Thanks for watching!
@@ochocobushcraft1742 As i sad i am not an expert on SERE. The knives looked great and did the job . Thanks for making the video . I am a fan of becker knives.
Hi , what is very cool with these knives is that they are real robust knives . Thx for your video
in a survival situation you can use the cutting edge to spark a fire steel, yes it will dull it, but only in 1 small spot and not enough to make the knife useless, when it comes to staying alive now,, the edge can be re done later,, now matters
S.E.R.E.------Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape. My apologies to everyone for mispeaking and saying rescue. A tongue slip on my part.
instablaster.
Binge watching older UA-cam videos. This is a great comparison video. Awesome job.
Thank you! Greatly appreciated!
@@ochocobushcraft1742 Been a huge fan of the channel for long time. Thanks for the effort and hard work you put into every video. Great information.
I am a big fan of esee 5, I went for the G10 option from TKC. I put my own 90 deg on and have a ferro rod added to all my sheaths for all my large knives. This knife will get you through any bad day and instills a lot of confidence when in the bush. I have used it a lot in the Zululand bush on east coast south africa and place it only 2nd to my steel eagle delta which is a phenomenal survival knife. Great Channel Dan.
Thank You very much! Using your Esee in Zululand is quite a testimony.
JOE X channel did a destruction test on both the Esee 5 and the Tops Steel Eagle, both were among the toughest knives he’s had tested, I think in the top 3 from one comment I saw he write
I like both knives but the BK10 is just the bomb.
This was a good video - thanks for sharing.
Concerning the mentioned fire-starting capabilities of the Esee 5, if I have a ferro-rod with me, I also have a small striker to go along with it so that's not an issue, although the use of one's knife spine seems to be the popular way to do it these days. I do bow-drill frequently and very much like the bow-drill divot in the Esee 5 since it makes prep for that task just a little easier. I've filed the choil of an Esee 6 I have, to use for creating an ember on a piece of char cloth using a ferro rod as shown in one of my videos. I like both the Esee 5 and 6, with each having it's own advantages.
Good information, and you are correct regarding the lack of a 90-degree spine and the coating. It's a shame that most reasonably priced "survival" knives come like that!
Mustard and Worksharp fixes my knives!!
I went to the U.S.A.F. S.E.R.E. course in Washington State while in 2nd Ranger Battalion back in the 1970s
FYI, its:
Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape
I had to go back and listen to myself speak. I don't know how I said RESCUE, I must have been not thinking at all. Total tongue slip on my part. Thanks for catching that.
Both great knives, could not go wrong with either. Whatever knife you have on you will be your survival knife, but wise to have a heavy duty one that can finish the task.
Stripping the coatings off was definitely a boss move. The beefy pry knives just growl the word survival.
All around. I’d pick the BK10. It’s not as stabby which is important. But I think it crosses over to surviving in an urban environment better. Stronger tip from the profile. Good for digging a foxhole. And going through doors. Thumb ramp a big plus for old hands but it needs to be moved Back an inch. The esee 3D is the winner in handle ergo. I think the BK10 is a better SEER knife.fill that pocket with iodine tabs and a honing rod and a fine draw file to keep that spine sharp.
Interesting ideas, have you done much digging with the BK10? I’m actually considering it as a garden knife (so mostly digging with some light chopping and brush clearing). I can’t find a hori hori with good tool steel, so this looks like the next best thing, even if a bit less good at moving dirt. I wish the BK10 were a bit longer, like the BK7, but the 7 doesn’t seem to have the trowel-like front end.
Both knives are great but i have to say the BK10 which i own is just pure Badass!
Couldn't agree more!
Both knives are great knives. Give it to esee because oh heat trear,sheary,and warranty. However in that situation I'll take my bark river bravo 1 or martin knives t3 sere. Esee and becker just to bid.
I removed the thumb ramp on my BK7, and like it way better than with the thumb ramp.
The two things that give the Essee’s the edge to me, are they are not skeletal tang like the BK’s, and their unconditional warranties.
Check out JOE X channel destruction test of the Esse 5, amazing for a knife that is also great for all survival tasks (except perhaps primitive trap construction…as you say a smaller carver would be better)
One of the first things that a downed pilot would need the knife for is actually to cut and smash their way out of damaged helicopter wreckage, the esee 5 pointed pommel is a glass breaker, but JOE X just smashed through the car windows with the blade 🤷🏻♂️😆 not sure how much stronger aircraft windows might be though, be he also stabs into the car paneling etc suggesting you may well be able to stab and lever (like stabbing and then prying/levering open a can of beans) your way into or out of the fuselage of an aircraft.
The problem with a lot of his tests is that at some point to be the toughest knife he can test, it will likely end up being a crow bar, which isn’t much use as a knife, but Esee 5 stands out as being great at both qualities
His test of the Gerber Strongarm and also Becker BK2 were interesting to compare, not sure if he has tested the Becker BK10 (that you have there) yet? 🤔
Dutchbushcraftknives tested the BK2 directly to the Esee 5 and preferred the BK2, but for a survival knife to get from an urban environment to and wilderness environment and then back, I think the Esee 5 with the mods you have done is the best, maybe pair it with a Mora Companion in stainless for carving, food prep, fishing and tasks in and around salt water etc and for my beginner level skills I would feel I had the best survival combo any knives could ever give me
GREAT VIDEO AS ALWAYS....I just got my Esse 5 the other day thanks to you and its a great Knife...but I want you to try the Kbar Bk2 Knife I think you would really like it...I think the Bk2 is a little bit Thicker then Esee 5....thats not a big deal unless your like me and really like thick Knives... the Bk2 is almost same Knife as Esee...the Difference is the tip come to a better Point on the Esee5...but Bk2 is a Great Knife don't miss out on Great Knife because it going up in Price...
Great comparison. Even though I have a BK 10 I would consider the Esee to be one stage up because it has a true full-tang handle compared to the BK 10 which has a hollowed out handle. I have seen a few videos where the BK 10 broke inside the handle, one guy even showed a video welding it back together.
Any knife will break if you hit it 3,000 times with a hammer, whether it has a skeletonized fill tang or a non-skeletonized full tang.
Thanks for the vid glad I watched. I have a bk 10 in cart already, the esee is a little out of my price range. Thanks again.
Enjoy your new BK10.
Nice video as always. I know this might be a lot to ask but, if you're able to get your hands on a SLYSTEEL/TOPS Shark Tooth Hunter, I would love to see you put it through your usual tests. The split finger guard is appealing to me as you can use both hands without having to put the knife down/away. I know it's expensive and not very common so absolutely no worries if you can't find one but just wanted to put it on your radar. Thanks!
I will check into it. Budget is a little tight for a while. Thanks for watching!
I have the BK-7 and I took the coating off of it and I used my file to put a 90° spine on it and I can make fire with mine no problem.
How did you take the coating off?
I hope they come out with half coated version
Another gr8 video. Good comparison. Wait till you handle my BK10 that I re-profiled the blade on. I took the thumb ramp off and changed the clip point to a drop point! You WILL like it! When I see you next month, I have a custom made gift for you I will drop off in person! I think you will find Uses for it!
I think if that thumb ramp was gone I would like the BK 10 better than the Esee. Have to send mine up to you again one of these days. One big plus that I really like on both knives is NO finger choil.!
Excellent excellent video!!! I like both knives and both are equally capable. My preference E5 but regardless its just a preference.
Thank you!
I always carry multiple fire making systems my best striker is a tactical gearz pocket knife that's D2 steel so I don't need my main carry knife to do it
looking over your back so much, and the special forces shirt, makes me wonder what YOU KNOW is out there in the woods. 😜
You are the first one who has ever commented on this. Nice!
Even making a video, I am still tuned in to any change in sounds. A sudden quiet, A bird or squirrel alarm, etc. Will always cause me to check. There are cougar, and you really never know. My dad was stalked by a cougar many years ago.
I ordered the ESEE 5 in desert tan. I should have gotten the black blade like you have, I’ve read that it is a tougher finish than the tan.
Mine actually has the black finish removed, and a patina put on. I haven't heard if any of the different finish colors are tougher than others.
@@ochocobushcraft1742 I like the patina on your blade it looks good.
@@appalachiangunman9589 Mark at sagebrushcustoms@yahoo.com if you are interested. He has put a patina and 90 degree spine on most of my knives.
@@ochocobushcraft1742 thanks for the info, I’ll definitely keep him in mind if I have that done.
It would be nice to strike a rod on the factory spine . However ,I don't believe it to be that critical simply because there are other ways to start a fire. If you were in a situation where you lost all your belongings in a mishap except the one knife strapped to your side, then the right angle spine would be of no good without the rod. Also the rod would be another item to carry. If I were stranded in the Bush, I know I would have the necessary items right there in the bush . Could make a bow drill with some tree branches & natural twine for the cordage. A magnifying glass would work great too provided the sun was shining. But again , another item to pack. Great video and very informative comparison. Thank you.
Survive, Evade, Resist, Escape. Don’t need to escape if you’ve been rescued :) Another great video!
Tongue slip on my part. Sorry about that.
Yeah but sometimes you have to rescue the hungover boomer that got shot down with you (stretcher, splint, tourniquet, etc.). That's what "Rescue" could be for lol
Interesting comparison. I still would have compared the ESEE 5 to the BK 2, since they’re so much alike, but the BK-10 is an interesting alternative.
The part that seemed a bit unreal is modding both knives before comparing them. Unless you have a source the buy the knives already in that configuration, I think most people would benefit from a comparison of both knives in *STOCK* condition.
Still, for anyone with a few *$$$* to spare, the video showed what’s possible, and does provide a bit of _”knife fantasy”_ (or _”porn”?)_ for the rest of us. (My use case would be a form of _”urban survival”,_ anyway.)
Love those leather sheaths on the Esee
Thank you!
Painted Hills Custom leather makes them for me.
sagebrushcustoms@yahoo.com-----custom knife work
paintedhillscustomleather@gmail.com------custom sheaths
Just found your channel. Love your content. Great video!
Thank you!
Maybe you can go into some of your special forces background I'd really love to hear some of that.
I wasn't in the military. My apologies if I gave that impression. Over the years, however, I have had the opportunity to take both active duty and military veterans into the mountains for survival training. We often did extended exchanges of training, knowledge, etc.
The 1 feature missing in both these knives is you can't unscrew the handle like Rambo. Never know when I'll need my 3 matches, 4 ft of fishing line, and shitty sewing needles.
LOL! And cheap wire saw!
For any survival knife. Has to be a true full tang. Anything less is just setting yourself up with problems in the future. Esse easily wins this.. the kabar becker bk2 is the correct comparison of course.. id take either the esse 5 or bk2...
What are your thoughts on the Terava Jakkari Puukko?
Sorry, I don't have any experience with it.
Great video Dan
Thanks! Getting closer to fire season being over. Looking forward to that trip to the woods!
Did you make the leather loops on the back of Esee 5 sheath yourself, if not where did you pick them up?
I just used a couple pieces of scrap leather and used the screws that come with the sheath. Very easy to do and works well!
@@ochocobushcraft1742 Okay-Thank you Sir!
Hi from Italy, I love survival and bushcraft and I'm enjoying your videos. I have a question, what do you think about the Becker harpoon knife? Can it be a good s.e.r.e. option? Thanks. Woods behind you re beautiful, were are you filming your videos?.
I haven't used the Harpoon yet, but based on the performance of the BK16, I think it would be an excellent knife. I have actually been considering getting one myself. If you get one, please let me know how you like it.
@@ochocobushcraft1742 Hi how are You? Finally I decided to buy the BK10 instead of the harpoon. The BK10 is now my
favorite fixed blade, I love it.
@@BladeWalker77 AWESOME! You absolutely cannot go wrong with the BK10!
P.s. if your shot down behind enemy lines,you ain't making a fire! Trust me I know. Spent 12 1/2 years of my life training and picking up downed air crew,among other things.
Thank You for your service!!!!
Any updates on the E5? kit changes,improvements?
Check out the video titled, bug out/ get home bag update and changes
Great video. Thank you.
Thank you for watching!
Could you do a review on Hogue EX-F01 7" Fixed Tanto Blade A-2 🇺🇸
When ever I do a knife review, it is a knife that i have chosen personally to try out for Bushcraft. The one you mentioned is not something I would purchase for myself. Sorry about that.
Great video. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
Is the micarta on the new esee 5 smooth or slippery? I found the handles on my esee 4 too slick.
Mine are very grippy. Like them a lot!
Cheers Mate!
Back at you!
We're you actually in the military? Whats your mos?
No, but I have been blessed to work with both veterans and active duty and am grateful for their service. Thanks guys!
Wanna see you take on BK7
would you choose an esee 6 or rat7 over those? and why?
I have never used the Rat7. My main reason for not liking the Esee6 as much is the finger choil. I like a blade that comes all the way to the handle. Weight on Esee 5 is an advantage in my thinking too, for chopping.
For a blade in the 6 or 7 inch range, I really like the Apache Dawn by TOPS.
How did you get the black coating off?
Paint thinner
How does that BK10 hold up on the point test?
So far so good.
it looks like you are in either colorado or northen arizona
Central Oregon
Why is the esee 5 2x the price in comparison?
I am assuming the better handles, heat treating, and unconditional lifetime warranty all attribute to it. Best warranty in existence!
Is that a roll on the edge of the esee 5?
No, Blade is in perfect shape.
They should give a BK 10 to every pilot. A BK9 to every infantry. A BK7 to every marine. And navy. And a BK18 to Rangers. Seals already got the SOG
Not bad, but somebody has to get the Esee junglas 2! LOL!
@@ochocobushcraft1742
LRSU
@@ochocobushcraft1742 The scouts ! : )
Can i get the contact info for the guy that customized your esee5 please?
sagebrushcustoms@yahoo.com
@@ochocobushcraft1742 thanks. Love what they did for your esee5.
This will ruffle a few feathers but in a S.E.R.E. situation a fero rod is overrated, buy a Bic lighter or ten. I carry 2 or 3 on my person everyday, I have a pack of 3 in my car I have 3 in my car, I have 3 in my wifes car. I have 3 each of our escape bags and there are 4 of us, husband, wife and 2 children. I have 3 in our first aid kit I have 3 in my personal 1st aid kit as do my wife and children. Every knife we have that has a pocket we have a Bic lighter so at a minimum we have 45 Bic lighters. In a S.E.R.E. situation your not going to be stuck in the bush for years waiting to be rescued, a Bic lighter will light a couple of thousand fires and after the gas is finished you have about fifteen hundred on the flint striker. In a real shit hit the fan scenario with a minimal of 40 plus Bic lighters I will have all the time in the world to learn how to use a bow drill.No I dont have shares in Bic but maybe i should. Keep It Simple Stupid is one of my motto's.
Same here, I have used the Bics lots over the last 40 years or so, including when I got caught out in a white out in Colorado. When its that cold, you want a fire and hot soup now!
Well I am far from an expert but I don't think fire is part of evasion . After all fire will gave away your position.
Many a military person has found themselves in a survival situation in non hostile territory. For example, mechanical failure on an aircraft. In these situations fire may be necessary for survival, or signaling for rescue. Good thought though. Thanks for watching!
@@ochocobushcraft1742 As i sad i am not an expert on SERE. The knives looked great and did the job . Thanks for making the video . I am a fan of becker knives.