My older brother (a typical non-knife guy, who grew up in the 70s & 80s) got one of these for me (most generous guy you've ever met), thinking he made a great score, handed it to me (his geeky knifeaholic little brother) and said, "How much do you think I paid for it?" I said "$15-$20?" He nodded resignation and and then I consoled him and told him that boot daggers/knives don't need to be amazing quality, because as Skall said, they're kind of one trick ponies... It's an amazing piece, especially for the money. Great Review Skall! :)
That one trick can save your life. I recommend this knife, mainly because of the sheath. The draw is reliable, as I have k-bar with the same thumb snap sheath. This is a quick draw blade system and I highly recommend it for self defense. I wear them inverted around the waist, for fast, stealth draws. The knife itself looks good, as well. Never use your knife for anything other than self defense. It needs to stay sharp, always!
iTheGeek - Once you use your self defense knife, you will use it again and again, til it's dull and wont cut through clothing or even, perhaps, skin. Dont mix up your tools! I never use my defensive knives for anything other than self defense. If I never use it, then good! If I do have to use it for self defense, that is good too. I carry a Spyderco Stretch for light utility work. Some people, like me, dont have permits to carry guns, so I carry the next best thing. A dull knife is a shitty knife. Don't ruin the value of your self defense by using it for utilities. You defeat the purpose of it.
iTheGeek mate, a knife attack is over in about three seconds. If they’re close enough to use a knife you don’t have time to draw a pistol. Although, frankly, you wouldn’t have time to draw a knife, either. If you get attacked, the best thing you can do is run. Also, America is the only first world country where guns are common. In my country they’re straight up illegal.
I have the exact same dagger as this, but labelled with Mtech and a different sheath. I bought it because it was cheap and I wanted something else to practice sharpening on, but my wife liked it so much that she now has it. I think it's a nice little dagger for the budget.
I also have the same knife with a different branding. Mine is from "Wolf Creek Knives" (I think, I threw the box away). My sheath looks similar, but the clip is a stiffer silver clip and the snap release is reinforced to stay in place once it is released. However, the steel on mine does not seem like 440C. In fact, it doesn't even seem to be tempered steel. It looks very soft with a noticeable grain to it. Fairly easy to sharpen, but definitely won't hold an edge like some of my other knives with a better steel. Of course, as you said, it only needs to hold an edge once. ;) I didn't buy mine though, I got it as a Christmas present from my brother, since I had a fixed blade knife on my Christmas list. I guess he thought a dagger was a similar substitution for a fixed blade tactical knife.
I know which knife youre talking about and had one too. Dont ever use it as self defense. It is not a full tang and will snap after only a little abuse. By snap i mean the blade will remove itself from the handle and potentially injure your self
I own this knife. It sharpens very well and is an incredibly well-built knife. For the price, you cannot beat it. Grip, point, edge retention, very strong clip on the sheath....all A+.
@@KickADooDoo yes I know.. A stabbing weapon still Needs a Good Edge though.. I’m Nasty with a pair of those Daggers!! Called the Double Dragon Form of Hung- Gar Kung Fu.. Double Daggers form!
I own this exact knife now as a civilian and carried a similar one with my field gear as a Marine back in the day. More useful than you can imagine, and not just to kill.
I find this knife the perfect replacement for my ancient K-bar original version. It is an exact copy, dimension wise and has made improvements in all the right ways. A hardened rubber handle, has great grip and is not cold to the touch, in winter, as the metal k-Bar handle is. The sheath is also perfect and improved, as well, making it easier to detach from your waist or boot, without having to fight it, just to get it off your person. It is lighter and feels even better in the hand than the K-Bar version. The edge has a bit more belly, as well, for better cutting and slashing and not taking away from thrusting at all. Perfect blade! I carry it inverted, on my belt, for a fast and stealthy draw. By the time someone realizes that I have a knife, they will already be bleeding. I am glad to carry a knife like this, again. Thank you S&W!!!
I used to carry this as a pdw while in uniform around Fayettenam. The knife is just a bit too bulky to properly blouse your uniform around while wearing a boot so I preferred to carry it on my belt. The clip gripped the wide strap rigger style belt quite well as it was stated that this is intended for military or police use. In civilian attire it does fine as far as fitting in your boot and having your pants cover it with no lines. (Not that I EVER did that, that would be illegal! ) I will say that if you have it strapped to your ankle it's going to be fumbly and awkward if you intend to bear it to use, so I would recommend switching it to your waist if you feel your situation is leading to a confrontation. Again, since I NEVER carried it in civilian attire I wouldn't recommend wearing it on your waist full time if personal reassurance without freaking anyone out is your goal, it makes clear lines under lighter fabrics of non combat uniform. This knife is clear in intent and purpose of design so if you do pull it out you ARE going to freak people out, it meets every hallmark people expect of "stabby hurty knives" you wouldn't really want to use it full time anyway, as the steel it's made of rates somewhere between "bad milk" and "good cheese" and dulls easily.
Love this knife. I’m a us army infantrymen and I keep one of these on my flick in case of an “o fuck” situation. But mostly for opening the occasional stubborn mre
Great video! I've been looking for a decent boot knife and I found this model. This review really helped me make the decision for there is only so much you can view from the store so this video was great. Going into detail and all keep up the good work!
I just gotta say that I'm extremely grateful for the self defense laws we have here in Utah, USA. You can conceal or open carry any knife, dagger, or heck, even a literal sword if you wanted. Age is not restricted, either. As long as you're not a restricted person (some kinds of criminals or mentally unstable people), and as long as you don't act dangerously to others with your knife, you're pretty much good to go. And we have some of the most free gun laws in our country, which allow most people over 18 (that's right, not 21 in Utah) to open carry (or concealed carry with a permit) a handgun. Also, we have laws that say you do not have to try to run before using lethal force against an imminently dangerous attacker out in public (Stand Your Ground laws), and if someone enters your house/car/other private property illegally while you are in it, you are almost always justified to shoot them on sight (Castle Defense laws). It is vitally important to not have to hesitate to defend your life in a life-or-death situation, because that hesitation may be what gets you killed. Having laws like we have in Utah is wonderful in my opinion, because I don't have to worry that I'll go to prison for defending myself and my family.
I acquired one of these knives in 2010 when it was pulled on me in a subway in NYC luckily I was able to take control of the knife and situation and quickly subdued the threat I love the way it felt in my hand almost live it was attached to it, the knife performed extremely well easily sliced through thick leather and denim but I'm not sure if the tip was broken before I got it or the night I got it either way I repaired the tip and it never leaves my side. I recommend this blade it saved my life a few times since I've owned it
I picked up one of these in 2007, had to resharpen it a few times and get the snap clip on the sheath replaced toward the end of last year (broke during some rough handling). Aside from that, never had a problem with it. Due to the softness of the steel, I wouldn't say it's 440C.
I had one of those. It is an exelent design (very well balanced) for knive throwing purposes, good edge keeping properties and penetraton on logs. On the downside i had problems with the rubber handle getting destroyed after one month or so of throwing. When the handle got completely wasted the balance wasn't as good as before.
if you live where double edges are illegal the single edge works for edc purposes as good as anything else tough enough to widle as for edge retention if you try keeping it razor sharp it'll need a touch up after a days work
I've got the the single edge version and it's identical to this, just with a single edge and it's 7Cr17MoV High Carbon Stainless Steel which I believe is the Chinese equivalent of 440C or (more likely) 440A. I hope this helps.
@Aniquin Dude, I'm going to have to rethink my statement. I looked into California knife laws, they are pretty cool. You can have a dagger, or fixed blade with no length restrictions, so long as it is openly carried. Folding knives can be concealed and be any length. I did not realize how good we have it as far as knives go. But not guns!!!
I've had this knife for about a year and a half and have absolutely no complaints. I have the false edge version (SWHRT9BF) because it complies with New York State laws.
I have one, mine has an edge on one side, with a spine on the other. The spine can be used to strike a Ferro rod quite easily and allows you to use the spine for precise cuts. I even used it to whittle a wooden knife. Quite good
As a proud zombie slaying couch potato myself, I appreciate this video. I just bought this as a cheap edc. I definitely plan on getting something nicer soon, but this looks like a pretty good option for right now.
I've been carrying mine on my hip for protection and I've never had a it snag n anything clothing wise. I did get it stuck in my leg, but that's another story.
Hello Skalla, I've buy one in France, at the USMC shop in Paris, but it's a little bit different : the handle is in inox steel with a black teflon coating, and there is no brass ring into the hole; the blade is in 440 C, with the same black coating, what is not smooth like the dagger from the video; on the blade, one side have the same silver printing;Smith&Wesson, with H.R.T Under, but on the other side, there is the "circle logo" SW on the ricasso. Blade is 13 cm,lenght (overall lengt; 24,5cm) weight : 220gr, the black leather sheath is the same...And the price was 27,70 euros in 2009; that's all folks, guys!
I like the simplicity of it, but I'd have no more use for it, than I have for my Fairbairn-Sykes repro or United Cutlery "Special Agent Stinger". In fact, the only thing I've ever used them for, is for spearing cheese puffs out of a bowl.
Skall, Smith and Wesson used 440C before (my Search and Rescue Tanto, for example), but now they migrated toward cheaper 440A. It's kind of sad, since my S&W SAR is virtually indestructible, but my father bought a new one for comparison, which utterly failed against dead branches.
I have taught myself to throw mine with good result, I bought two in anticipation of breaking/losing one and I still have both. however I did wear finish mostly off the tip of the blade, the clips hold well, you must break in the sheath though
This knife is well built and you can sharpen it to a hair shaving level. Its tactical design is for self defense . It would work great for using it in tactical situations. If you have to leave it in an assailant's chest because he attacked, you it is priced such that you can replace it at a nominal cost. This is not a suggestion but merely an observation
I got gifted the same one but made by spanish manufacturer RUI. It came with a different sheath though. Canvas I think. I like the sheath, it is nice to the touch and has a big belt loop. Anyway, It looks almost identical barring the brand markings and the RUI version actually has "Stainless steel 440 titanium coated" written on it. The giftor (?) paid 15 bucks for it all these years ago, still serves me quite fine on climbing and camping trips and such. I admit, other knives would be more useful overall, but in the end, with imagination you could get everything done with nothing but a rock, so the sentimental value wins on that one. ^^
I lost my first one of these due to that loose clip. The second one, the plastic guards and about and inch of the rear busted off, as they're not reinforced whatsoever. It's a neat little blade for $15 but they break easily if actually used.
I've owned one of these S&W boot knives for a number of years now, and have generally been happy with it. I have carried occasionally in my boot, and I will say that if you are going to carry it that way it is best to wear long & thick socks that stay pulled up. I once rubbed a blister on my left calf walking around all day with the knife in my boot while wearing short socks & the rubber grip rubbing against my leg. Other than that, I would have only positive things to say about this knife, and carried it on my last vacation last year when I wore it on several hikes. With proper socks on you'll quickly stop noticing it in the boot, and will be wearing it everywhere as I did on that vacation. I would find my self coming back to the hotel at night and finding myself surprised when I realized I was still wearing it in my boot. For the price it is a capable blade that just might save your life, so get one.
It has been my experience that the 'couch potato' crowd rarely takes into consideration the full ramifications of self-defense. How it is done and what happens after. The mental state of mind one must possess. Are you willing to *kill*? Up close and *very* personally? Additionally in a knife fight the winner goes to the hospital. You won't walk away untouched. When put in those terms, most people are not actually willing to do what it takes to fight with a knife. I have no training but sadly I do have the state of mind.
Exactly. I generally recommend to carry a non-lethal self-defense tool. You can still carry a knife for tool use and maybe as a last ditch backup when things can really ugly.
That's interesting, when I think about it I probably could stab someone at least once before realising that I couldn't continue, as in if someone attacked me I would probably black out or freeze as soon as a significant amount of blood was drawn, and I most certainly wouldn't have the mind state to get over it easily afterwards. I've never been exposed to a great deal of violence, whether that is a good thing or not is a debatable question.
Sai's Afflicted To 'win' a knife fight you pretty much have to hit them hard and fast and often. Not stopping until either them or you fall down. It is ugly and horrible and no one should ever be in that situation. I never want to experience that. Because even if I 'won', something in me would most likely die.
That's a good attitude to hold, I wouldn't expect to be in a knife fight, mainly because I don't actually carry a knife and I'd probably flee if I could. Ideally people wouldn't need self defense, but I guess even now it is still necessary in some areas. That makes me sad.
Speaking only as a couch potato with some _very_ basic stick-them-with-the-pointy-end level training (and subsequently no delusions of actual skills) and as someone who has found himself in the necessary state of mind, I agree but I also have to say that I can't see how anyone can properly determine beforehand whether they would be willing to stick a knife into another person when push comes to shove. I'd also say that fighting with a knife is more mentally and emotionally demanding than simply stabbing (or shooting, for that matter) at a threat, which I suspect most couch potatoes would probably end up doing.
Unless you are dealing with at least a probable death threat I would never use knife as a self defense. It is extremely provokative thing to bring to a fight. The opponent will probably go to full attack "survival" mode instead of just giving you few blows to bring you down.
I live in Florida and carry this knife everyday (I only wear boots) I don't go waving it around but people at work have seen me use it to open packages or cut straps w/e Noone cares about knives here. only pistols.
I really like this dagger design, equal blades shapes in both sides, i dont know about your hands but we probably the same hand size my hand a pretty big, i just wish the handle was a inch or 2 inches bigger.
I wish you would show how it fits on a boot. I have never seen a boot knife on a boot, believe it or not. I guess I will look for videos that include that crucial detail. Excellent review, though. Thanks!
Hey Skall, just thought you should I found one of these on Amazon in the traditional silver steel as well. So the full black is just one option. The grip is different so its not exactly the same construction wise buts its an HRT.
I have one of these, it makes for quite beautiful wood shaving, Doesn't work so well on under bark, but the top just comes right off. (And that's pretty much what I use it for besides Krav Maga exercises.)
i have one of these, an older one, about 8 years old. i bought it to have a quick stabing knife on my ops vest shoulder. It was not sharpened at all when i got it and the point was rubbish and bent when struck into a table. I think they made some modifications, as the point seems a little more rounded, there is a makers mark on the boot clip and the cord hole has a brass filling in it wich the old ones did not It definatly cuts better than the one i have, you might want to test the point to see if they still have the bending point problem.
You'll find the Exact knife re-branded under the timberwolf tactical name. It's $12.99 from BudK. Litteraly the same knife just without all the S&W Name branding....
My first edc folder was a S&W M&P little knife. Unfortunately it was pretty bad steel I guess. Edge retention was horrible and would not hold one for long. My dad has sharpened knives for years and couldn't get a very good edge on it. I still have it sitting in my closet but I definitely put the money into a well made edc knife.
Your voice cracked at 1:06... Just to put your mind at ease, I played that part in a loop for 6 minutes and I laughed til I passed out. Seriously though, this looks like a cool little blade. I like the lanyard hole in the handle, I could run a cord through it and loosely tie it to my belt so I can yank it out of my boot without having to be so awkwardly bent over. Still wouldn't buy it though.
There is an old tadition, A game we all can play. You start by getting liquored up And sharpening your blade. You take a shot of whiskey, You grab your knife and pray And spread apart your fingers, And that is what you say: Oh! I have all my fingers, The knife goes chop! Chop! Chop! If I miss the spaces in between My fingers will come off! And if I hit my fingers, Blood will soon come out. But all the same I play this game Cause that's what it's all about. No, you can't use a pencil! You can not use a pen! The only way is with a knife, When danger is your friend. And some may call it stupid, Some may call it dumb. But all the same we play this game Because it's so damn fun! Oh! I have all my fingers, The knife goes chop! Chop! Chop! If I miss the spaces in between My fingers will come off! And if I hit my fingers, The blood will soon come out. But all the same I play this game Cause that's what it's all about. Oh! Chop! Chop! Chop! Chop! Chop! Chop! Chop! I'm picking up the speed. And if I hit my fingers Then my hand will start to bleed!
I am not interested in tactical knives however I do like the look of double edge blades and dagger style knives. I do a lot of outdoor work where carrying a knife just makes sense, I was wondering if there are any knives like this that wont make me look like an idiot and wont scare people. I come from the UK so I can only use a knife like this for work. What options do I have that is in a good price range, that is practical to work.
I bought one of these in a local Academy in Alabama, and it only had one edge sharpened. I assumed that it was for theft purposes, but I'm really not sure. I ended up just sharpening the top quarter or so of the blade so I could still put my thumb on the back of it.
Nice video, good review. A bit more time spent on the sheath and mounting method would be good especially in the boot position as that's the proposed description of the knife. Thanks.
I dropped this knife off of a staircase. The drop was like 20 feet and fell onto concrete. It was sheathed. But still I expected this to break and it is totally fine.
looks good...reminds me of Sam Fisher's first knife (the original one not the ridiculus recent one)...but i think the best grip and usability for a knife its the karambit....btw i've see many knives having circle gaps in the blade .whats up with that ???
Do some of them come double edged? Mine is single edge (bummer). The model is SWHRT9BF, while the video version is SWHRT9B. The Mtech MT-097and Scharade SCHF19L are identical though they both come as double edge on Amazon..
I used to carry one of these on my armored truck security job and mind you they are NASTY to get stuck with as far as going through a skull or bone like butter because of the double edge....
Smith & Wesson made it for who ever wants to spend their money on it. A lot of knives are made and sold because people like them not that they plan to ever use it , because many places you can own a double edge blade but not carry them. I had one that's not double edged ,for collection purposes and it's so-so.
I got the single edged variant for general stabbing things. It works (against hogs, anyways, it'd probably work for people, but I don't want to find out). I carry it for self defense as well, since knives (small, single edged, and a bunch of other BS) and guns are the only things Texas says you can defend yourself with. Since I can't carry a pistol, and an AR-15 is unwieldy for anything inside of five feet, it's primary now.
+TriggerHappyTexan H. Actually, no, batons aren't legal. Texas law forbids the carrying of "clubs", which the law defines as "an instrument that is specially designed, made, or adapted for the purpose of inflicting bodily injury or death by striking a person with the instrument", including, but not limited to nightsticks, blackjacks, maces, or tomahawks. Since a baton is an instrument specifically designed to inflict injury by striking with it...that pretty much rules out legally carrying them.
+DShiflet01 Yeah I know, I actually just reread the laws again this morning. I'm not one to break the law, but if you're being searched, you deserve to be caught! But in all seriousness I don't see why night sticks are illegal. There great. Here's a little cheat though ;) You know those sharpening rods that come with knife sets? get one of those and fit it to you're knife sheath! It's a great night stick or baton! If you fit it to the sheath then you have a valid excuse to carry it! Most cops won't even take a second look if you're not being suspicious! and you can sharpen you're knife with it! If a cop does try to tell you it's illegal, just tell him you didn't know and you're SOOO very sorry and he probably will just give a warning and tell you to take it off!
That is a creative workaround. I too find it odd that batons are illegal, I mean, I can carry a 5 inch knife, or get a CHL and pack a .45, but carrying a baton is just too dangerous?
I love this knife, one thing I found strange on it is the box, for some reason it says Warning: "reproductive harm and cancer". IDK why it says that, but it isn't a consumable item.
It is a very cool looking knife, but not the best option for the outdoors. I agree with you, its a knife designed to stab people. But we can still appreciate how cool it looks
The version of this knife that has a fake double edge is made from 440C according to knifeworks (.) com. The version you show here, with the true double edge, has no information regarding the steel. I sent an email to Smith & Wesson customer support. We'll see if they answer...
Some new info. According to Bryan Boyd at Taylor Brands that make these knives, they are not made of 440C, but 7Cd17MoC, which is equal to 440A. Too bad. I wanted one, but now... not so much. I was happy when I first thought that my HRT Bear Claw was made from 440C but now I am sad... :(
I just found this knife on the ground and was happy you have a rewiew of my new free knife.
Strike The Spike wtf dude you're hella lucky
It was probably a murder weapon tbh
Jacob Keary Thank you, finally someone gets it!
I usually just find dog poo on the ground. How did you come up with a knife? lol
Boot knife. Someone probably was wearing it on the boot and it fell off. Now that I think of it, it's very likely that that's what happened.
My older brother (a typical non-knife guy, who grew up in the 70s & 80s) got one of these for me (most generous guy you've ever met), thinking he made a great score, handed it to me (his geeky knifeaholic little brother) and said, "How much do you think I paid for it?" I said "$15-$20?" He nodded resignation and and then I consoled him and told him that boot daggers/knives don't need to be amazing quality, because as Skall said, they're kind of one trick ponies... It's an amazing piece, especially for the money. Great Review Skall! :)
That one trick can save your life. I recommend this knife, mainly because of the sheath. The draw is reliable, as I have k-bar with the same thumb snap sheath. This is a quick draw blade system and I highly recommend it for self defense. I wear them inverted around the waist, for fast, stealth draws. The knife itself looks good, as well. Never use your knife for anything other than self defense. It needs to stay sharp, always!
iTheGeek - Once you use your self defense knife, you will use it again and again, til it's dull and wont cut through clothing or even, perhaps, skin.
Dont mix up your tools! I never use my defensive knives for anything other than self defense. If I never use it, then good! If I do have to use it for self defense, that is good too. I carry a Spyderco Stretch for light utility work.
Some people, like me, dont have permits to carry guns, so I carry the next best thing.
A dull knife is a shitty knife. Don't ruin the value of your self defense by using it for utilities. You defeat the purpose of it.
iTheGeek mate, a knife attack is over in about three seconds. If they’re close enough to use a knife you don’t have time to draw a pistol. Although, frankly, you wouldn’t have time to draw a knife, either.
If you get attacked, the best thing you can do is run. Also, America is the only first world country where guns are common. In my country they’re straight up illegal.
Good bro save some pussy for the rest of us...
@Oliver 5 knifes is such an overkill lol
I have the exact same dagger as this, but labelled with Mtech and a different sheath. I bought it because it was cheap and I wanted something else to practice sharpening on, but my wife liked it so much that she now has it. I think it's a nice little dagger for the budget.
Mtech has extremely low prices. It's kind of hit or miss, some of their stuff is pretty good for budget knives, some is rather junky.
I also have the same knife with a different branding. Mine is from "Wolf Creek Knives" (I think, I threw the box away). My sheath looks similar, but the clip is a stiffer silver clip and the snap release is reinforced to stay in place once it is released.
However, the steel on mine does not seem like 440C. In fact, it doesn't even seem to be tempered steel. It looks very soft with a noticeable grain to it. Fairly easy to sharpen, but definitely won't hold an edge like some of my other knives with a better steel.
Of course, as you said, it only needs to hold an edge once. ;)
I didn't buy mine though, I got it as a Christmas present from my brother, since I had a fixed blade knife on my Christmas list. I guess he thought a dagger was a similar substitution for a fixed blade tactical knife.
never buy mtech.
80% of their knives are total crap.
I know which knife youre talking about and had one too. Dont ever use it as self defense. It is not a full tang and will snap after only a little abuse. By snap i mean the blade will remove itself from the handle and potentially injure your self
Mtech is a budget brand copier OF budget brands,
I own this knife. It sharpens very well and is an incredibly well-built knife. For the price, you cannot beat it. Grip, point, edge retention, very strong clip on the sheath....all A+.
How Well does it Keep an edge though?
@@tinopacino9400 not well, but it's a stabbing weapon and it does well.
@@KickADooDoo yes I know.. A stabbing weapon still Needs a Good Edge though.. I’m Nasty with a pair of those Daggers!! Called the Double Dragon Form of Hung- Gar Kung Fu.. Double Daggers form!
i sharpened mine a little, dropped it by accident, and it stuck into my matress with half an inch to spare from it going to the hilt/guard
those suckers are sharp as hell
+Justin Newton the handle is heavy and theyre made to stab, shouldve gone to the hikt
You need a better mattress.😁
Yo, what's your beef with Zombie Slaying Couch Potatoes?
They are just saving energy for the coming apocalypse.
Theyll go on for 2 months only on water lol
Rule #1 Cardio
It's too bad they'll just be so malnourished that we won't be able to distinguish them from the zombies, aim for the skull.
I own this exact knife now as a civilian and carried a similar one with my field gear as a Marine back in the day. More useful than you can imagine, and not just to kill.
bought this knife a few months ago. definitely one of my favorites.
How do I buy it I went to the site and it brought me to a website buying site
@@Ghxstboy.Official pretty sure they're on Amazon
Ya that’s we’re I got it
I lost mine on a beach 6 years ago and might get new one
@@Ghxstboy.Official academy sporting goods in fl
I find this knife the perfect replacement for my ancient K-bar original version. It is an exact copy, dimension wise and has made improvements in all the right ways. A hardened rubber handle, has great grip and is not cold to the touch, in winter, as the metal k-Bar handle is. The sheath is also perfect and improved, as well, making it easier to detach from your waist or boot, without having to fight it, just to get it off your person.
It is lighter and feels even better in the hand than the K-Bar version.
The edge has a bit more belly, as well, for better cutting and slashing and not taking away from thrusting at all. Perfect blade!
I carry it inverted, on my belt, for a fast and stealthy draw. By the time someone realizes that I have a knife, they will already be bleeding.
I am glad to carry a knife like this, again.
Thank you S&W!!!
I hate 'Tactical' word abuse.
darkblood626
color black = tactical
chinese suppliers just kinda slap the word on everything to appeal to people with 70 IQ and below who play call of duty
a very large fax machine Nah man it’s tactical
I used to carry this as a pdw while in uniform around Fayettenam. The knife is just a bit too bulky to properly blouse your uniform around while wearing a boot so I preferred to carry it on my belt. The clip gripped the wide strap rigger style belt quite well as it was stated that this is intended for military or police use. In civilian attire it does fine as far as fitting in your boot and having your pants cover it with no lines. (Not that I EVER did that, that would be illegal! ) I will say that if you have it strapped to your ankle it's going to be fumbly and awkward if you intend to bear it to use, so I would recommend switching it to your waist if you feel your situation is leading to a confrontation. Again, since I NEVER carried it in civilian attire I wouldn't recommend wearing it on your waist full time if personal reassurance without freaking anyone out is your goal, it makes clear lines under lighter fabrics of non combat uniform. This knife is clear in intent and purpose of design so if you do pull it out you ARE going to freak people out, it meets every hallmark people expect of "stabby hurty knives" you wouldn't really want to use it full time anyway, as the steel it's made of rates somewhere between "bad milk" and "good cheese" and dulls easily.
Love this knife. I’m a us army infantrymen and I keep one of these on my flick in case of an “o fuck” situation. But mostly for opening the occasional stubborn mre
Great video! I've been looking for a decent boot knife and I found this model. This review really helped me make the decision for there is only so much you can view from the store so this video was great. Going into detail and all keep up the good work!
I swear by this knife, carry one wherever i go, and i absolutely love the design, and if it breaks i can simply buy a new one.
I just gotta say that I'm extremely grateful for the self defense laws we have here in Utah, USA.
You can conceal or open carry any knife, dagger, or heck, even a literal sword if you wanted. Age is not restricted, either. As long as you're not a restricted person (some kinds of criminals or mentally unstable people), and as long as you don't act dangerously to others with your knife, you're pretty much good to go.
And we have some of the most free gun laws in our country, which allow most people over 18 (that's right, not 21 in Utah) to open carry (or concealed carry with a permit) a handgun. Also, we have laws that say you do not have to try to run before using lethal force against an imminently dangerous attacker out in public (Stand Your Ground laws), and if someone enters your house/car/other private property illegally while you are in it, you are almost always justified to shoot them on sight (Castle Defense laws).
It is vitally important to not have to hesitate to defend your life in a life-or-death situation, because that hesitation may be what gets you killed. Having laws like we have in Utah is wonderful in my opinion, because I don't have to worry that I'll go to prison for defending myself and my family.
I owned this knife for awhile, it was one of my absolute favorites
For awhile? What happened to it?
I acquired one of these knives in 2010 when it was pulled on me in a subway in NYC luckily I was able to take control of the knife and situation and quickly subdued the threat I love the way it felt in my hand almost live it was attached to it, the knife performed extremely well easily sliced through thick leather and denim but I'm not sure if the tip was broken before I got it or the night I got it either way I repaired the tip and it never leaves my side. I recommend this blade it saved my life a few times since I've owned it
I picked up one of these in 2007, had to resharpen it a few times and get the snap clip on the sheath replaced toward the end of last year (broke during some rough handling). Aside from that, never had a problem with it.
Due to the softness of the steel, I wouldn't say it's 440C.
They are 7CR17.
1:05 dolphin squeal
I'm dying.
@@erykborys please don’t die
I'm a zombie slaying couch potato and I'm proud of it
ive been stabbed by this knife before. it sucked, opened my leg right up.
You should be more careful with your knives....
By someone else or did you stab yourself by accident?
Xanatos712 Katarina probably stabbed him while she was drunk.
Same
Is this a positive or negative review?
That is a gorgeous lookin knife
Bout to get one of these cuz of these killer clown fuckers that are gettin sighted all over the place lol
I had one of those.
It is an exelent design (very well balanced) for knive throwing purposes, good edge keeping properties and penetraton on logs.
On the downside i had problems with the rubber handle getting destroyed after one month or so of throwing. When the handle got completely wasted the balance wasn't as good as before.
just got this knife today and i love it and it is super sharp shaves my arm easily.
Fullscreened this without seeing the creator and was thinking "man this guy really sounds like skallagrim". Didn't know you made retail knife reviews
if you live where double edges are illegal the single edge works for edc purposes as good as anything else tough enough to widle as for edge retention if you try keeping it razor sharp it'll need a touch up after a days work
I have the cheaper ( Timberwolf ) and I absolutely love this knife, very comfortable in your boot
I've got the the single edge version and it's identical to this, just with a single edge and it's 7Cr17MoV High Carbon Stainless Steel which I believe is the Chinese equivalent of 440C or (more likely) 440A. I hope this helps.
I have one of those, but mine is only sharpened on one side :(
I guess I could just sharpen it.
You are not alone.
I also have it sharpend only on one side.
Legalities boss, legalities!!! You must be in a liberal state
@Aniquin Dude, I'm going to have to rethink my statement. I looked into California knife laws, they are pretty cool. You can have a dagger, or fixed blade with no length restrictions, so long as it is openly carried. Folding knives can be concealed and be any length. I did not realize how good we have it as far as knives go. But not guns!!!
@@JulioMo are you still following the laws like a good lad?
@@Jtoob-z5n I have too, I'm a grey man!
I've had this knife for about a year and a half and have absolutely no complaints. I have the false edge version (SWHRT9BF) because it complies with New York State laws.
10 years on and this knife is still a best seller
Also good from Smith & Wesson is the Search and Rescue, I have it and the one you showed, excellent knives for the price, great videos
I have one, mine has an edge on one side, with a spine on the other. The spine can be used to strike a Ferro rod quite easily and allows you to use the spine for precise cuts. I even used it to whittle a wooden knife. Quite good
As a proud zombie slaying couch potato myself, I appreciate this video. I just bought this as a cheap edc. I definitely plan on getting something nicer soon, but this looks like a pretty good option for right now.
I've been carrying mine on my hip for protection and I've never had a it snag n anything clothing wise. I did get it stuck in my leg, but that's another story.
I used to do the same I changed to my boot tho
Hello Skalla, I've buy one in France, at the USMC shop in Paris, but it's a little bit different : the handle is in inox steel with a black teflon coating, and there is no brass ring into the hole; the blade is in 440 C, with the same black coating, what is not smooth like the dagger from the video; on the blade, one side have the same silver printing;Smith&Wesson, with H.R.T Under, but on the other side, there is the "circle logo" SW on the ricasso. Blade is 13 cm,lenght (overall lengt; 24,5cm) weight : 220gr, the black leather sheath is the same...And the price was 27,70 euros in 2009; that's all folks, guys!
I have had one for years, reliable back up knife.
I have the single edged model. I think that's the only one legal in my state. It's a little short for a bushcraft knife, but it's worked well for me.
Your reviews are always the best.
I like the simplicity of it, but I'd have no more use for it, than I have for my Fairbairn-Sykes repro or United Cutlery "Special Agent Stinger". In fact, the only thing I've ever used them for, is for spearing cheese puffs out of a bowl.
***** Hah. I did it just so that I wouldn't get dirty fingers. :D
Skall, Smith and Wesson used 440C before (my Search and Rescue Tanto, for example), but now they migrated toward cheaper 440A. It's kind of sad, since my S&W SAR is virtually indestructible, but my father bought a new one for comparison, which utterly failed against dead branches.
Can you teach us how to throw a throwing knife and how exactly they would of been used?
I have taught myself to throw mine with good result, I bought two in anticipation of breaking/losing one and I still have both. however I did wear finish mostly off the tip of the blade, the clips hold well, you must break in the sheath though
This knife is well built and you can sharpen it to a hair shaving level. Its tactical design is for self defense . It would work great for using it in tactical situations. If you have to leave it in an assailant's chest because he attacked, you it is priced such that you can replace it at a nominal cost. This is not a suggestion but merely an observation
I got gifted the same one but made by spanish manufacturer RUI. It came with a different sheath though. Canvas I think. I like the sheath, it is nice to the touch and has a big belt loop.
Anyway, It looks almost identical barring the brand markings and the RUI version actually has "Stainless steel 440 titanium coated" written on it.
The giftor (?) paid 15 bucks for it all these years ago, still serves me quite fine on climbing and camping trips and such. I admit, other knives would be more useful overall, but in the end, with imagination you could get everything done with nothing but a rock, so the sentimental value wins on that one. ^^
I lost my first one of these due to that loose clip. The second one, the plastic guards and about and inch of the rear busted off, as they're not reinforced whatsoever.
It's a neat little blade for $15 but they break easily if actually used.
I've owned one of these S&W boot knives for a number of years now, and have generally been happy with it. I have carried occasionally in my boot, and I will say that if you are going to carry it that way it is best to wear long & thick socks that stay pulled up. I once rubbed a blister on my left calf walking around all day with the knife in my boot while wearing short socks & the rubber grip rubbing against my leg. Other than that, I would have only positive things to say about this knife, and carried it on my last vacation last year when I wore it on several hikes. With proper socks on you'll quickly stop noticing it in the boot, and will be wearing it everywhere as I did on that vacation. I would find my self coming back to the hotel at night and finding myself surprised when I realized I was still wearing it in my boot. For the price it is a capable blade that just might save your life, so get one.
I personally bought it because it seems good enough for my woodland tomfoolery.
It has been my experience that the 'couch potato' crowd rarely takes into consideration the full ramifications of self-defense. How it is done and what happens after. The mental state of mind one must possess. Are you willing to *kill*? Up close and *very* personally? Additionally in a knife fight the winner goes to the hospital. You won't walk away untouched. When put in those terms, most people are not actually willing to do what it takes to fight with a knife. I have no training but sadly I do have the state of mind.
Exactly. I generally recommend to carry a non-lethal self-defense tool. You can still carry a knife for tool use and maybe as a last ditch backup when things can really ugly.
That's interesting, when I think about it I probably could stab someone at least once before realising that I couldn't continue, as in if someone attacked me I would probably black out or freeze as soon as a significant amount of blood was drawn, and I most certainly wouldn't have the mind state to get over it easily afterwards. I've never been exposed to a great deal of violence, whether that is a good thing or not is a debatable question.
Sai's Afflicted To 'win' a knife fight you pretty much have to hit them hard and fast and often. Not stopping until either them or you fall down. It is ugly and horrible and no one should ever be in that situation. I never want to experience that. Because even if I 'won', something in me would most likely die.
That's a good attitude to hold, I wouldn't expect to be in a knife fight, mainly because I don't actually carry a knife and I'd probably flee if I could. Ideally people wouldn't need self defense, but I guess even now it is still necessary in some areas. That makes me sad.
Speaking only as a couch potato with some _very_ basic stick-them-with-the-pointy-end level training (and subsequently no delusions of actual skills) and as someone who has found himself in the necessary state of mind, I agree but I also have to say that I can't see how anyone can properly determine beforehand whether they would be willing to stick a knife into another person when push comes to shove. I'd also say that fighting with a knife is more mentally and emotionally demanding than simply stabbing (or shooting, for that matter) at a threat, which I suspect most couch potatoes would probably end up doing.
Unless you are dealing with at least a probable death threat I would never use knife as a self defense. It is extremely provokative thing to bring to a fight. The opponent will probably go to full attack "survival" mode instead of just giving you few blows to bring you down.
Hello Skallagrim .. This boot dagger is 420 steel .
I live in Florida and carry this knife everyday (I only wear boots) I don't go waving it around but people at work have seen me use it to open packages or cut straps w/e Noone cares about knives here. only pistols.
I have two at home and I love them so much. I gave one to my wife for self defense.
I really like this dagger design, equal blades shapes in both sides, i dont know about your hands but we probably the same hand size my hand a pretty big, i just wish the handle was a inch or 2 inches bigger.
I wish you would show how it fits on a boot. I have never seen a boot knife on a boot, believe it or not. I guess I will look for videos that include that crucial detail. Excellent review, though. Thanks!
"Couch potato into a seasoned war veteran" 🤣😂🤣😂
My family served in every war I know what you mean
these knives come single edged in most places, but it is designed to be easy to make a dual edged blade
I just got one today. I like it.
Hey Skall, just thought you should I found one of these on Amazon in the traditional silver steel as well.
So the full black is just one option.
The grip is different so its not exactly the same construction wise buts its an HRT.
I have one of these, it makes for quite beautiful wood shaving, Doesn't work so well on under bark, but the top just comes right off. (And that's pretty much what I use it for besides Krav Maga exercises.)
I like the S&W brand knives, every one of them I have gotten have been sharp out of the box (some even shaving sharp as you put it).
They are good knives I had one while deployed A Co 126 they are cheap but reliable in my opinion
i have one of these, an older one, about 8 years old. i bought it to have a quick stabing knife on my ops vest shoulder.
It was not sharpened at all when i got it and the point was rubbish and bent when struck into a table.
I think they made some modifications, as the point seems a little more rounded, there is a makers mark on the boot clip and the cord hole has a brass filling in it wich the old ones did not
It definatly cuts better than the one i have, you might want to test the point to see if they still have the bending point problem.
Exactly the same knife as Mtech MT-097.
Made at the same production line in China.
Junk pure junk
For self defense purposes consider that slashing means less jail time for you than stabbing.
ABC XYZ Lol, true.
ABC XYZ You can go to jail for self defense?
ABC XYZ if you murder or seriously harm someone
Personally, i think if you have to kill someone out of self defense because it gives you a higher chance of surviving then so be it.
If you prefer slashing, then a single a edge knife is better. One with lots of belly or curve.
You'll find the Exact knife re-branded under the timberwolf tactical name. It's $12.99 from BudK. Litteraly the same knife just without all the S&W Name branding....
My first edc folder was a S&W M&P little knife. Unfortunately it was pretty bad steel I guess. Edge retention was horrible and would not hold one for long. My dad has sharpened knives for years and couldn't get a very good edge on it. I still have it sitting in my closet but I definitely put the money into a well made edc knife.
I got drunk one time and had a S&W HRT related accident and BOY LET ME TELL YOU they stab good. Got a bigass scar on my thigh to prove it.
Just an fyi for anyone wondering. Blade is "7Cr17MoV High Carbon Stainless Steel" copied straight from s&w website
Your voice cracked at 1:06... Just to put your mind at ease, I played that part in a loop for 6 minutes and I laughed til I passed out.
Seriously though, this looks like a cool little blade. I like the lanyard hole in the handle, I could run a cord through it and loosely tie it to my belt so I can yank it out of my boot without having to be so awkwardly bent over. Still wouldn't buy it though.
There is an old tadition,
A game we all can play.
You start by getting liquored up
And sharpening your blade.
You take a shot of whiskey,
You grab your knife and pray
And spread apart your fingers,
And that is what you say:
Oh!
I have all my fingers,
The knife goes chop! Chop! Chop!
If I miss the spaces in between
My fingers will come off!
And if I hit my fingers,
Blood will soon come out.
But all the same I play this game
Cause that's what it's all about.
No, you can't use a pencil!
You can not use a pen!
The only way is with a knife,
When danger is your friend.
And some may call it stupid,
Some may call it dumb.
But all the same we play this game
Because it's so damn fun!
Oh!
I have all my fingers,
The knife goes chop! Chop! Chop!
If I miss the spaces in between
My fingers will come off!
And if I hit my fingers,
The blood will soon come out.
But all the same I play this game
Cause that's what it's all about.
Oh!
Chop! Chop! Chop! Chop! Chop! Chop! Chop!
I'm picking up the speed.
And if I hit my fingers
Then my hand will start to bleed!
You can use this for EDC. I carry it on my ankle for work when I have to open boxes. Dosent bother me at all.
I am not interested in tactical knives however I do like the look of double edge blades and dagger style knives. I do a lot of outdoor work where carrying a knife just makes sense, I was wondering if there are any knives like this that wont make me look like an idiot and wont scare people. I come from the UK so I can only use a knife like this for work. What options do I have that is in a good price range, that is practical to work.
I bought one of these in a local Academy in Alabama, and it only had one edge sharpened. I assumed that it was for theft purposes, but I'm really not sure. I ended up just sharpening the top quarter or so of the blade so I could still put my thumb on the back of it.
Nice video, good review. A bit more time spent on the sheath and mounting method would be good especially in the boot position as that's the proposed description of the knife. Thanks.
The ones we sell, it says on the package that the blade steel is an odd ball 7Cr17Mov
Its chinese materials code for 420 series.
Reminds me of a fairbairn sykes dagger. An old favorite.
I understand that this is an old video, but on the occasion you read this, have you ever thought of getting a Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife?
I dropped this knife off of a staircase. The drop was like 20 feet and fell onto concrete. It was sheathed. But still I expected this to break and it is totally fine.
I have all my fingers, the knife goes chop chop chop!
I would have liked to see you try and fit it in a boot maby walk around test it out. Just a thought for future boot knife vids
i like folding knives but for self defence and bush craft this is perfect
I just order it hopefully it’s good for EDC
looks good...reminds me of Sam Fisher's first knife (the original one not the ridiculus recent one)...but i think the best grip and usability for a knife its the karambit....btw i've see many knives having circle gaps in the blade .whats up with that ???
Hey Skall, two quick questions: Do you listen to Ghost BC. Also I got a 'special agent stinger' as it's called a few days ago. Do you approve?
Do some of them come double edged? Mine is single edge (bummer). The model is SWHRT9BF, while the video version is SWHRT9B.
The Mtech MT-097and Scharade SCHF19L are identical though they both come as double edge on Amazon..
Haha I always think of one of his veins bursting when the subject pseudo "razorsharp" blades occures. :)
I used to carry one of these on my armored truck security job and mind you they are NASTY to get stuck with as far as going through a skull or bone like butter because of the double edge....
Scary tactical black so you can play action man in the forest without getting spotted due to glare
Beautiful dagger 👍
Smith & Wesson made it for who ever wants to spend their money on it. A lot of knives are made and sold because people like them not that they plan to ever use it , because many places you can own a double edge blade but not carry them. I had one that's not double edged ,for collection purposes and it's so-so.
I got the single edged variant for general stabbing things. It works (against hogs, anyways, it'd probably work for people, but I don't want to find out). I carry it for self defense as well, since knives (small, single edged, and a bunch of other BS) and guns are the only things Texas says you can defend yourself with. Since I can't carry a pistol, and an AR-15 is unwieldy for anything inside of five feet, it's primary now.
pepper spray and batons are also legal in Texas.
+TriggerHappyTexan H. Actually, no, batons aren't legal. Texas law forbids the carrying of "clubs", which the law defines as "an instrument that is specially designed, made, or adapted for the purpose of inflicting bodily injury or death by striking a person with the instrument", including, but not limited to nightsticks, blackjacks, maces, or tomahawks. Since a baton is an instrument specifically designed to inflict injury by striking with it...that pretty much rules out legally carrying them.
+DShiflet01 Yeah I know, I actually just reread the laws again this morning. I'm not one to break the law, but if you're being searched, you deserve to be caught! But in all seriousness I don't see why night sticks are illegal. There great. Here's a little cheat though ;) You know those sharpening rods that come with knife sets? get one of those and fit it to you're knife sheath! It's a great night stick or baton! If you fit it to the sheath then you have a valid excuse to carry it! Most cops won't even take a second look if you're not being suspicious! and you can sharpen you're knife with it! If a cop does try to tell you it's illegal, just tell him you didn't know and you're SOOO very sorry and he probably will just give a warning and tell you to take it off!
That is a creative workaround. I too find it odd that batons are illegal, I mean, I can carry a 5 inch knife, or get a CHL and pack a .45, but carrying a baton is just too dangerous?
Texas actually forbids the carrying of clubs, but if you can pass the "stick" off as a walking stick or something you can maybe skirt that law.
I just read on knifecenter that the steel is 7cr17mov high carbon stainless. Now I'm even more confused with the differing steels it says it is.
good review and seems like a pretty nice knife for just what it is
I love this knife, one thing I found strange on it is the box, for some reason it says Warning: "reproductive harm and cancer". IDK why it says that, but it isn't a consumable item.
That’s a reprint from the brand Reaper but smith and Weston asked reaper to produce one
It is a very cool looking knife, but not the best option for the outdoors. I agree with you, its a knife designed to stab people. But we can still appreciate how cool it looks
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The version of this knife that has a fake double edge is made from 440C according to knifeworks (.) com. The version you show here, with the true double edge, has no information regarding the steel. I sent an email to Smith & Wesson customer support. We'll see if they answer...
Some new info. According to Bryan Boyd at Taylor Brands that make these knives, they are not made of 440C, but 7Cd17MoC, which is equal to 440A. Too bad. I wanted one, but now... not so much. I was happy when I first thought that my HRT Bear Claw was made from 440C but now I am sad... :(
They are 7cR17 which is equivalent to 420 not 440.
Lonewolf6565 Which one of you is incorrect? Proof is what I need...