Fallkniven A1 and Bark River Bravo 1.5
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
- Hi folks, I'm sharing two larger knives, the Fallkniven A1 Survival Knife and the Bark River Bravo 1.5. Both knives offer professional grade quality and are very popular with serious outdoor people, adventurers and preppers. The specs are listed below. Enjoy.
Fallkniven A1 -- Survival Knife w/Kraton handle in a custom Kydex sheath with large belt loop, drain hole and firesteel loop
Overall Length: 11 inches or 27.9 cm
Blade Length: 6.3 inches or 16 cm
Blade Steel: Laminated VG10 @ 59 HRC
Blade Thickness: .24 inch or 6 mm
Weight: 11 ounces or 311 grams
The A1 comes with either a Zytel or leather sheath. The Kydex sheath is an optional upgrade. Some of these ultra-hard super steels can be prone to micro chipping, but any knife can chip if it strikes the wrong surface with enough force. VG10 takes a hair popping edge.
Bark River 1.5 -- Black Canvas Micarta with Red Liners
Overall Length: 11 inches or 27.9 cm
Blade Length: 5.8 inches or 14.7 cm
Blade Steel: CPM 3V @ 58 - 59 HRC
Blade Thickness: .217 inch or 5.5 mm
Weight: 9.8 ounces or 277 grams
This knife came with a brown sheath and firesteel loop. This is another great knife and comparable to the A1, but a bit lighter in the hand.
Bark River Mini Fox River - Black Canvas Micarta with Red Liners
Overall Length: 6.6 inches or 16.7 cm
Blade Length: 2.9 inches or 7.3 cm
Blade Steel: CPM 3V @ 58 - 59 HRC
Blade Thickness: .150 inch or 3.8 mm
Weight: 3.8 ounces or 107 grams
The mini Fox River came with the sheath shown in the video. This sheath will mount onto the 1.5 sheath, but it will hang down by about 1 ½ inches. The min Fox River excels at food prep, cleaning game, skinning, and small camp tasks.
by far my two favorite blade makers
Currently running with an A1 + Gunny Hunter M4 + GFB SFA + Silky
So far has been an absolutely fantastic setup. Definitely not minimalist
I have them both as well. Great knives. Thanks for sharing.
Two beautiful outfits with a lot of versatility! I’d be proud of either in my collection. Thanks for sharing
Both of these are really fantastic blades. You can't miss with either one. I love that tension knob on the Fallkniven. I have that on my ESEE 5 and Junglas that stay on my pack. That is a great piece of added security in keeping your blades where they belong.
I just bought the Fallkniven A1 last night, now I watch this video and I want to buy the other one! Good review subbed!
John McBride just be happy that you have the one thats better in wet and cold conditions
Atleast in theory
@@kloschuessel773 you’re wrong there, 3V is fabulous all year round. When it first came out people didn’t know much about 3V but I’ve got a few & they’re fantastic in wet/winter/wilderness/whatever 💪
@@richroc7 these are both excellent knives
The fällkniven is great and i prefer the rubber grip when its cold and wet…
Is just better then imo
The bark river is the more luxurious and beautiful knife of the two and will probably do the same as good.
To me its a tough choice anyway…
I love both. I also love the srk with a nice steel.
Its a great length for an all around knife and they do all chores quite well
@@richroc7 cpm 3v is obviously a great steel
And we have a lot of great steels these days
@@kloschuessel773 agree, I’m not putting down the falkniven, I just lost interest in those kraton handles several years ago but I still have two CS with the kraton. Bark River I can never own enough variety of handles but I’m pleased with what I have.
Excellent knives. Both are top quality for sure. That's a beautiful sheath you have for the Bark River. I have the A1 and it has performed very well. It's quite heavy and stout, but it can take battoning.
I have transitioned to the F1 and a Silky folding saw lately. Thank you for the video. Well - done as always.
I'm with you on the F1 and a folding saw combo. But, I use a F1 that I custom handled with burl maple with custom pins along with a custom leather sheath that I also made that allows me horizontal carry, standard belt and dangler. I use a Bahco Laplander saw and also a Bravo 1.5 V3 rampless and a custom ferro rod with the same handle wood as my F1.....that is until last week end. I was in the woods doing my thing, young man came up and said I will give you $1000 for your "setup". I told him the F1 was not for sale but he insisted.....so he ended up giving me $800 for everything. Except my F1. Which I will never sell, love that knife! He had an F1 handled by Bark River that fit the sheath like a glove.
David Mathews It sounds like you got the better end of that deal! I wouldn't have parted with the custom F1 either. Some things have are more valuable than money. Surely that knife will mean a great deal to a family member who can use it if it is eventually passed down.
David Mathews I have two F1’s and I will never part with them either. I have a custom F1 and a regular F1 in 3G. Both are practical premium blades. I like my Silky 170 a bit more than my Bahco, but the Bahco is no slouch. Enjoy
Superb review. Clear and concise. Great kit setup.
I have never had a single problem with Fallkniven ( I have 12 Fallkniven I use in the outdoor like camping or hunting) or Bark River, both are fantastic knives! I love BR changed the steel from A2 to 3V.
Hi mike65, I believe this to be true. It is my experience as well. They are both premium grade knives. Some people like Cadillac while others like Lincoln, but both are luxury cars. Enjoy your summer:)
I am with you dude, same experience here plus1
Say heah, this video helped me find a small knife for my 3V Bark River Set, that Mini Fox River is it, I have the Bravo 1 and the Bravo 1.5, my A2 Set started with tge Bravo 1 too and I also have the Fallkniven A-1 which sometimes I pair it with my Cold Steel Mini Pendleton in VG-1 it's not laminated but it's VG-1 and both do compliment eachother. or I simply carry my Victorninox Delemont Collection Ranger Grip 78 with my A-1, But it was great to see that Mini Fox River with that Bravo 1.5. I also had a pretty good knife customised, I like that 6" blade size, I don't have alot in tgat size but I do have a few, even a CarbonV S.R.K. But anyhow when I was build ending my Swamp Rat stable, when I got to the y" size, I didn't like that Tactical look and it was just a little too thick for what I do with my knives, especially I'm the bush, so I had the top gaurd taken off and thinned down, it came out great and it still chops good for tgat size and slices good too, it now has a high Saber vex grind and I can make good feathers with it. Thanx for sharing your knivrs, I enjoy your videos.
I would take the bark river all day....Mike Stewart is a knife genius
I have both and I love both knives. My bravo 1.5 is A2 steel and (in my opinion) is easy to show stains if you don't take care in a wet environment or just after cut something wet as food or wood resins. But awesome anyway. My A1 is just the best, but you have to be carefully with small nuts, bones or little stones because the edge can crack!! showing titles bites, as a micro chips later .but easy to fix using a strop. (sorry about my English).
Great comparison video, appreciate the correct pronunciation of the F word ! , I think it's gonna be the Bark River for me, purely on aesthetics, also, I just love polished micarta, , and leather, (despite it's draw backs,) , thanks again, , John.
Excellent video my friend,im a hunter and I carry a Mora companion knife in my game bag and a Buck light knife on my belt for field dressing Deer.They are two beautiful looking but expensive knives,what about if you used the Becker bk2 and paired it with the Mora Garberg,that's two reasonable price knives,keep you hunting and camping for decades.Stay safe.👍
Fallkniven any day .....every day !
Awsome knives! very good Review :)
Say Heah, I too have both knives and the 3V defenetly is a super steel, But the A-1 with the laminated blade, makes for a extremely strong knife against breakage, Check out the destruction video on the A-1. That video bumped my A-1 a couple notches in my Survival Knife Stable, and the VG-10 also holds a decent edge, But I still like my BK's in 3V as well as my A-2's.
Thanks for the review i think i'm going to get the falkniven a1 but i like the sheath and handles of the bark river more, they look better if you sak me
I hear you. Leather sheaths can be very aesthetically pleasing and most functional. They will last a lifetime if you take care of them. I am also partial to wooden handles because of their beauty and warm feel, but Thermorun or Kraton can be very practical in adverse conditions. There are some custom Fallkniven’s (S1) with wooden handles available on the DLT Trading website and you can always order a custom sheath if you can bear the long wait times. Of course, the custom Fallkniven’s with wooden handles are more expensive. I’m sure the knife you choose will be right for you. Enjoy.
TheAmericanOutfitter it would be amazing if you did a video to compare them in action.
Thnanks for your advice
Hi, I have not used it on deer since I have other knives designed hunting like the Fox River, Gunny Hunter or Classic Drop Point.
thanks for the vid
GREAT vid beautiful knives,now I have field dressed hundred of deer over a thirty year period and I've used Buck,Boker and Mora knives in 440 stainless Steel never had a problem with them.Yes I have Helle and martini knives in a case in the gun room but these are collector's knives.NOW my question is will you use those knives hunting and fishing and Bush craft,also what price are they.Stay safe.
Hi, these knives can be used for survival and bushcraft, but I prefer other knives for hunting, like the Fox River, Gunny Hunter, Bravo Hunter, Drop Point Hunter or Springbok. The price can vary significantly depending on handle material and steel type. Check them out online to see accurate figures. Thanks
Sweet!
Really cool vid dude! Do you think that the BK 1.5 could be too big for ultralight backpacking and overall use(like cooking, carving and slicing? Thx a lot
Thales Rezende It would be not be too heavy for me, but it might for a true ultra-light
backpacker. It weighs 9.8 ounces or 277 grams. For me, it would be a matter of
use and utility. If I have a use for it, I’m bringing a big blade and more. If
I don’t need it, I will simply go with a 5 or 6 ounce knife, but I always have
a quality at my disposal. Thanks.
Hi I'm torn between the A1 and the Bravo 1.5. Which would you recommend or is it just preference? Strictly from looks the BR looks way better. That knife looks like it has soul and the sheath is classy.
+budaflash Hi, I’m not really comfortable with making purchasing recommendations. There are simply too many variables and at the end of the day, it’s your own hard earned money. I can say that both knives offer premium build quality. If I only had to choose one, it would probably select the Bravo 1.5 because like you said, it looks classier and will likely retain more value over time. It also offers more handle options and can be paired with another Bark River companion knife to create a truly custom set-up. Follow your instinct. I’m sure the knife you choose will be the right one for you. Respectfully
thanks went with the brkt
would you care to sell the Bravo 1.5 3V ?
I've never handled thermorun before, and curious why the winter/summer preference? Is this due to differences in handle material?
cdb8315 Hi cdb8315, Thremorun and Kraton are very similar materials. They have a
tacky like feel to them, but are not rubber. They are impervious to dirt, grim,
sand, rain or snow. Fallkniven designed then for use in cold environments and the
F1 actually serves as the official survival knife for the Swedish Air Force. Polished
micarta scales look better but offer less traction than Thremorun. The handles
on the Fallknivens are a little narrower than the Bark Rivers. Having said that
both Fallkniven and Bark River make professional grade knives and it is a pleasure
to work with either. I will share more premium knives in the future. Thanks.
I really wish bark river would make a s1 clone or something similar, the bravo doesn’t have enough of a point and the aurora has to much point
Why would you a laminate 2 pieces of steel the other can't you get a piece of steel that thick
It’s actually three pieces of steel laminated together. The core piece of steel is hard and holds a good edge, while the “cheeks” or cladding steel is softer and more rust resistant. The idea is to increase the toughness and rust resistance of the knife while also having a hard edge.
Почему не говорите ширину клинка-- 3см или 2,8 см?
HELP ! After much review I spent 200$ on amazon and got a Fallkniven A1 in silver. I am concerned if it is a fake or the real deal. The box has the hologram, barcode, and brown box BUT my big concern is that the lamination lines on both sides are not even. At the tip of the knife the lamination lines do not meet at the same point one curves back at a different angle vs the other, also they have some imperfection not very straight. I want you to look at your A1's and let me know if your knife exhibit the same build quality.
knightnox5
Hi, it is unlikely that it is a fake, but you can weigh
and measure the knife to confirm the specs. There are other knives that are much
easier to counterfeit, but the Fallkniven A1 would not be one of them. The box
should say A1 Army Survival Knife and Fallkniven AB with all the company
information below. It should have the Swedish crown in the lower left corner of
the box. The description on the box should be in both Swedish and English. It
will also say Zytel sheath on the box. The oval stamp on the satin blade should say A1
Fallkniven LAM VG10. My lamination line is wider towards the tip and thinner
towards the ricasso. The VG10 blade steel blanks are made in Japan. It is very
possible you received one with an uneven lamination line (poor workmanship). I
have a Cold Steel laminated blade from Japan and the lamination line is all
over the place. The fit and finish was terrible, but I am certain it is the
real deal because I purchased it from a very reputable dealer. I do not buy
high quality knives from Amazon or eBay. I only buy my knives directly from
authorized dealers. If the quality control is not up to standards I will simply
send it back for an exchange. I once had to return a Bark River and received a
new one within a week. I paid $179 for my A1 satin finish brand new in
the box, but that was a while ago. DLT Trading is currently selling them for
$194.95. I hate to hear stories of dissatisfaction, but we have all experienced
this at one time or another. I’m sorry you received one that was not up to
snuff. Perhaps you can exchange it. Thank you for sharing your story
TheAmericanOutfitter Thanks for the detailed reply. I discovered more scratches on the knife and have completed a RMA and will send it back to Amazon. I did order a new one and it will arrive tomorrow. I am keeping my fingers crossed.
Max Inpains Some of the VG10 steel blanks are from Japan for sure (Origin: Sweden& Japan). Some Cold Steel blades also come from Japan. The Japanese know athing or two about producing high quality steel. As for Chinese fakes, they arenot convex. The come with a flat grind and beveled edge. This is easy to spot.Creating a convex edge is a lot of work and not conducive to counterfeiting orthe production of fakes. Also, the lamination line on fakes is not real. It isonly an etched line. Again, easy to spot for any Fallkniven owner. The boxes onfakes are also different. They are white inside and outside. I own their entiremain line and all my boxes are identical with no fraudulent deviations. Anyonewho has a collection of Fallknivens can spot a fake with only one eye open.Only an inexperienced knife person will be fooled. If you want the facts aboutChinese made counterfeits simply go to the Fallkniven website or call themdireclty. If you are concerned about fakes, simply stay away from auctionsites, unknown dealers, street vendors or gun shows. I only buy from authorizeddealers like Knives Ship Free, DLT Trading or The Knife Connection. These folksdon’t sell fakes. The fact that Knightnox5 was able to return the knife for anexchange strongly suggests it was not a fake, but rather an issue of poor workmanship.Fraudsters don’t take knives back.
Me again, where did you get the sheath for this A1?
Hi, same place (LT Wright), but since the video, I have replaced it with a custom Kydex sheath from Red Rhino Customs. Here’s the vid on that build: ua-cam.com/video/pGlUDDXmgrU/v-deo.html
@@TheAmericanOutfitter Let me know if you are interested in selling the one in this video...
still have it because I have two A1's.
Hey AO, which BR has a more comfortable grip IYO; Gunny, EDC or Bravo 1?
Hi, the Bravo 1, offers the most generous handle of the three and therefore is the most comfortable to me. The Gunny is adequate, but the EDC is an entirely different feel. The EDC has a more slender profile and designed for lighter use. Respectfully
TheAmericanOutfitter Thank you! Would you say the gunny is similar to the F1 in terms of sizing? Thinking of ordering a BR online and I know how rough that can be without the hands on first. I love the F1 and even A1 for that matter.
Cheers,
Gunny Hunter Specs - Overall Length: 8.3 inches or 21 cm - Blade Length: 3.7 inches or 9.3 cm - Blade Thickness: .156 inches or 3.9 mm - Weight: 5.6 ounces or 159 grams - Blade Steel: CPM 3V. Fallkniven F1 Specs - Overall Length: 8.3 inches or 21 cm - Blade Length: 3.8 inches or 9.6 cm - Weight: 6 ounces or 170 grams - Blade Thickness: .180 or 4.5 mm - Blade Steel: 3G Laminated Powder Steel.
That is awesome, thank you!
Do you mean BRK gets rusty fast?
+sh .black Hi, A-2 tool steel will rust if left exposed and not maintained. 3V will also rust but not easy. 3V is a carbon steel, but offers some stain resistance. If you’re looking for stainless, VG10, 3G, Elmax, S35VN are all high grade stainless steels. Respectfully
+TheAmericanOutfitter , Thanks for Info, I live in NZ and rains a lot here every thing gets rusty now i know what kind of stainless steels i look for, Thanks again
who made the kydex sheath for u?.
Snake, I had the A1 Kydex sheath made for me a few years ago by the people at Blind
Horse Knives. I believe the company may have separated into two separate companies,
LT Wright and Battle Horse Knives. I have two high quality Kydex sheaths that
were custom fit, one for my A1 and one for my A2. Thanks.
is the a1 full or taper tang?
+Jake Shull Hi, this is from their website, “The full tang goes entirely through the handle, so you can strike the end of it without breaking the grip.” The tang sticks out of the Kraton handle about 1/8 inch and can be used for cracking crab shells, oysters or nuts. Respectfully
I'm sold - USA blade
3V > VG10. And; BRKs are beautiful, in their fashion. Falknivens look like they are made by robots, for robots. Just my own bias opinion...
@shannonandsheila1 I'm sure they could be MORE wrong.
@shannonandsheila1 oh snap!
@shannonandsheila1 you too!
Say Heah, Right off the top of my head, The Fallkniven A-1 is a stronger knife, Yeah welding a laminated steel to marry it makes it stronger, Yeah, watch the destruction video on the A-1, But as a nice camp knife that I like teaming with my 2Hawks Warbeast Tomahawk and my Wicked Tough Saw, makes the Bravo 1.5 one of my Fav. Trios, .. ,
VG10 survival knives, they are having a laugh. Get 3V or Cru-Wear
There too small.
Too small for what exactly? Both companies make longer versions of you feel you need it.