There are only 2 knives I have purchased purely upon the strength of feel, the very 1st time I held them at the retailer; this knife and the model 1213 KBar stainless. A superb and beautiful product. I am impressed by the feel, strength, style and form.
I've had one for awhile now. I've also used it, batonning, feather sticks, shelter making and other general camp uses. I have found this knife to be of sound performance. Takes a shaving sharp edge, retains it and has not chipped. It is probably not the most indestructable bowie on the market. It has its limits. Any knife does. Lets face it, bring an axe or saw when you need a ton of wood and a durable shelter done quickly. It fills the roll as a heavy bowie rather nicely. It is what it is.
@Eurotrash4367 First of all, there are 3 different series of 440 stainless; A,B,and C. This blade happens to be 440C. 440C is a good performing steel, that used to be the industry standard for stainless. It holds an edge well, is tough for a mid HRC stainless, and has good rust resistance.
A Potato That's not why i corrected him. I corrected him, because he was clearly quoting Crocodile Dundee and he fucked it up. But if he wasn't, he should not use quotation marks.
Fair enough. Not everyone looks after their knives as well as may be, and blood is rather corrosive unless cleaned off quickly. That knife was a fine looking piece and I was wondering just how long it would stay that way in normal use.
@Josemitasam52 I understand that's just the way it turned out. They were going for the look, not a specific target length. I think the 12" in the first cut must have been more of a guess than a measurement and was corrected in the released version.
@michaeleffmeredith No argument there. The Outback is clearly intended to be a "Dundee knife", not a US frontier piece. I'm no expert, but to me it feels more like a short sword than a dedicated knife fighter's blade.
No doubt inspired by the "Iron Maiden" interpretation of a bowie knife. With the exception of the actor Paul Hogan, in the made for "American market" film Crocodile Dundee, I haven't seen any one who lives "Down Under" actually carry anything like this. I'm glad you enjoy using it. thumbsup. Kind regards Mick
@ALECL93 I think most of their current distributors offer international shipping. I know Teräasekeskus has sold some to Australia, and you're right... It is kinda funny when you think about it. I guess if there are any large distributors in Australia, they just haven't found this knife yet.
Not quite what you would call full tang, but I understand the latest production run only has enough thread on the end to tighten the pommel on the handle layers. Best value for money I've seen in a big Bowie, hands down. Anything better tends to be at least twice the price.
@ironmistress78 Paraffin oil is what they used where I bought mine, and I really like what it did to the colors of the handle. Darkens the lightest stripes quite a bit for a more blended, almost antique look. I think they also started using it at the factory on the latest production run. I guess the main thing is not to use mineral or synthetic oils.
@MuscaVolitans There's a picture on their homepage - 7x17 mm flat with 8 mm thread at the end, no welding whatsoever. It's all shaped from a single chunk of 440C.
@Shienajou what? where did you get your info? 1095 is a lower quality then 440 c. and carbon steel is not as hard as the 440 c because of the chromium, which makes the steel harder and thats the main metal that gives it, its resistance to oxydation. 440 c contains high cabon and high chromium witch makes it one of the perferable metals for knives. why is the metal over 6 inches shitty?
I don't work for DUK so I've never seen the internals - and I've never really used a Natchez. At the price, I don't expect I ever will. For what it's worth, I can't imagine damaging either in anything remotely resembling normal use. Both are nicely balanced, but with a very different feel to them. The fit is probably marginally better on the Natchez, but a single piece of Micarta will always be more consistent than layered wood and leather. Just a matter of taste, really.
That's my only gripe with the Natchez - the slender handle and the blade profile do make it look and feel kinda like a kitchen knife. The blade starts narrowing early, which makes it nimble for its size, but not that great for chopping. Personally I much prefer the almost machete-like bulk and balance of the Outback, and the beefy handle is just right for when you're serious about going through stuff. The Natchez is great as a dedicated fighting knife, but the Outback does feel more versatile.
I agree that a standard 440C steel wouldn't be a great choice for a blade of this size, 440C is used allot in cheaper pocket knives but when properly heat treated as this seems to be its a excellent steel, good edge retention and corrosion resistance.
@jeepraceing Totally right, 440C is actually a pretty good steel if you ask me; I`d chose it over 1095 if I were to be in a more humid climate than where I live now. Besides, even "good high carbon steels" like 1095 can, without the proper heat treatment, suck at times. Likewise, lower grade steels like 420HC (especially from buck) can be great. But I doubt high carbon blades rust that much if you lube it from time to time. I mean, my RAT 7 has held up pretty good against corrosion.
@Eurotrash4367 440 "C" . Big difference. I made knives from 440C and could do the same tests. Especially with a heat treatment by Paul Bos with a cryogenic quench.
@spacemonkey898 I haven't really used a WSK (who really has?) but in terms of usability, my guess is pretty damn well. As far as durability goes, there's not a lot that can break on either one. You would have to be pretty deliberate about it if you wanted to inflict any noticeable damage on either knife.
@85wifebeater Well, IT is made of Stainless steel, so it is corrosion resistant. However, like any knife/sword/firearm reguardless of what it is made of, you should still wipe it down after getting it wet, and give it a light coat of oil to protect it.
If you cant sharpen stainless you cant sharpen regular carbon steel either. I find it no harder than any other steel. Sad you all repeat what you saw somewhere else with no real research . Stainless is harder to sharpen but carbon steel holds a better edge? Another dumb comment. By the way 1095 can be brittle to. I don't know why I get on here and deal with the unfounded foolish remarks. If it has a good heat treat I don't care if its 420HC or D2 its good steel period. Problem is most tools don't know how to use their tool.
***** Yeah you are right, it really depends on the stainless steel grade, quality and use. I'd prefer to be sure its not 440A/420HC instead of 440C, though I think it depends what you use the knife for, some people are abusing them a fair bit judging from the comments.
Well said. The real problem is that people think making a good, sharp, knife or tool is some sort of alchemy when it's nothing more than applied science. All toolmaking conforms to science and is expressed by the maker as craftsmanship and in the best cases ... art. What to make the knife out of and which to choose as a consumer just depends on what you're trying to accomplish and how hard you want to work at it.
bought this knife nigh on 9yrs ago... the sheath was garbage and i broke the pommel within a year... Thinking it was a peice of shit I rebuilt the handle under the pretense that I would 'see how much it could take' and proceeded to absolutely abuse it for years afterwards thinking I would inevitably break the tang or snap the blade.. I never did...and never rehandked it since. Now,many years later I find this promo with comment after comment slating this knife as a show piece and it made me realise,this blade is about as indestructible as you can get...I have literally processes hundreds of tones of wood with it by this point and its the one tool I always reach for to baton or make kindling... if you look past the shoddy sheath and handle what you're buying is a serious chopper that holds its own against most,if not all of these fancy super steeled blades(and iv used a few). this blade is no joke...just expect to rehandle it eventually if its used for actual work. a real knife if ever there was one...
@nard0911 I can't tell you where it's made (NDA), but it's not Taiwan. As for the partner selection and QC, I've heard they actually had some difficulty keeping up with the demand because they went with someone who can do it right rather than someone who can make enough. I personally watched them destroy almost half the knives from the first production run to catch any tempering problems, at a time when they probably most needed to get some revenue going. That's about as serious as it gets.
@anotherFinn Scorpion Swords & Knives says they do custom orders. You could email the guy and see what his going rate would be. I don't imagine it would be to much since, in essence, it would just be a 20 inch bowie with a custom handle. traditional archery bows (all one word) dot you know what fyi
I have one and have had it for 5 years used it all the time before i got my Damascus blade Bowie knife that I carry with me everywhere the knife that shown here the Down Under is a really really really good knife it's never let me down don't even have any chips in it I used it for three four years straight and it never failed not once and I had cut down trees with it bigger than my legs. I wish it was full tang but still a wonderful knife
@skotup Quite honestly, no. A proper axe might, but the point is you won't be screwed if you don't happen to be carrying one. The Outback is actually pretty good for chopping firewood or building a shelter.
Definitely a Rambo - Crocodile - Dundee - Jim Bowie look alike that seems fully functional. I wonder what is it's weight? The weight is one of the best indicators of what this big knife is for i.e. camp work, hiking, jungle, backyard only, display, show and tell, etc.
Leocernask8 800 grams = (28 ounces) The traditional kukris weigh usually 600 grams (21 oz) My Gransfor Bruks Small Forest axe weighs 952 grams (33.6 oz) I'd say that bowie is a heavyweight.
the heat treament helps it keep up with higher quality steel. It really makes it a great knife.... iono about the price tag though... but it is a big knife if u think about it
@Eurotrash4367 So very true. I would much rather have something that holds a fine edge over a long period of time, and have it be slightly brittle and rust if I didn't take good enough care of it, than something that will never hold an edge, but will bend instead of snap, and never rust. That said, the stuff in the video is still 440C, which I believe has a slightly higher carbon content, making it that much harder. Not the best, but it is a hell of a lot better than regular 440 (A, I believe.).
Oh, and one tip about the handle - the materials will shrink a little when transported to a more arid climate, which applies to about 90% of the planet. I highly recommend you get some paraffin oil and soak the handle in it overnight. This will saturate the wood and leather, preventing the individual discs from working loose and giving the handle a darker, more dignified look. It was done once before it left the shop, but a second treatment is a very good idea if you live in a dry area.
@MrJapaneseboy1111 Yeah, if you had read the comments you would know I also recommend doing it. That has nothing to do with being good or bad, but everything to do with being wood and leather. I'm glad you still find it funny, because frankly I would be kinda pissed at myself for ruining an expensive knife like that. My own Outback is from the first batch and the sheath could be stiffer, but I've had no issues with the stitching. I heard they've improved it in current production.
@P0Psyckle Yeah, they wanted to be honest about using tacked on sound so they insisted on making the effects almost cartoon-like... Although the original sound was almost less believable in the echo chamber the video was shot in. I hope we'll be able to shoot another one in better light and sound conditions at some point.
2:55 the blade chipped. 440C, while a pretty good steel, is too brittle for this kind of work. Remember folks: When buying a knife for batoning or chopping like this, it's always easier to correct a fold in the blade than it is to correct a chip.
400C, if heat-treated properly, has better edge-retention than 1095 carbon, which is used by many reputable companies including Ka-bar. The only reason I'd have to doubt this knife is its country of origin; some sources say Finland, some say China.
hello, would not in any way question the quality of your knife, just commented that here in Brazil the host country Tramontina she is considered inexpensive tool and reasonable quality, beginner tool, including my first 3 Tramontina knives were, that there about 20, 25 years ago and since then I have been collecting knives, I've had over 60 of them
Guys this blade is a differently tempered 440c not to be confused with the less desirable 440a or 440b. This is a very nice knife. carbon steel blades can be great with the right heat treating just like list like stainless blades. however carbon steel will rust and stain VERY easily, even sitting in the sheath. Stainless does not mean rust free but rather rust/ stain resistant.
One of the problems with an axe in a snowy environment, other than that it requires more experience to use well and that it requires a lot of energy, is finding a solid base to properly split wood.
If they made a full tang version of this knife it would be one of the best bowies out there. But that rat tang has snapped at the brass pommel end on so many people I know that's used them. It's a shame really. MAKE A FULL TANG VERSION PLEASE
I have a 16 inch and am now finishing a 19 inch 5160 spring steel knife that Id put up against 440 stainless any day. But those are good looking knives and sheaths.
Unless youre a collector of movies knives or whatever there is not really much reason to get this knife at that price, if youre planning on using this knife for actual wilderness work i would get another knife for that kinda money... Damn you could get a CS trail master in san mai for that kinda money
Strangely enough, it's not even a rip - I actually shot about half the material, edited the video for them and I'm the guy doing most of the heavy chopping. If you like big Bowie knives, you're going to love this one :D Check out their website (URL in the tags) for an updated list of distributors and online dealers. There's a direct link to the first online source on the "About us" page.
That is a good knife I never seen one not break how did you do that what is the steel titanium if you forge did you're the best forger I've ever seen of a knife you can do a good job making one I like it that's kind of my fault one good job
FINALLY someone who TESTS the knives reviewed. Thank you.
As Mick would say, "Now that's a knife!" Well done, Aussies!
I really need to get one like that how.much tell me the next step I'll be waiting
"That's not a knife. This is a knife" XD
lol i love the sound bites when he chops with the knife lmao
There are only 2 knives I have purchased purely upon the strength of feel, the very 1st time I held them at the retailer; this knife and the model 1213 KBar stainless. A superb and beautiful product. I am impressed by the feel, strength, style and form.
Impressive.
I like the strength of the blade.
I'm currently looking for a large survival knife.
Definitely keep U in mind.
Thanks for the demo.
I just bought one...CANT WAIT FOR IT TO COME!
That is a piece of art!!
I must say how impressed I am. Carl from Calif.
this is going to be my birthday present!!!!! yay
I've had one for awhile now. I've also used it, batonning, feather sticks, shelter making and other general camp uses. I have found this knife to be of sound performance. Takes a shaving sharp edge, retains it and has not chipped. It is probably not the most indestructable bowie on the market. It has its limits. Any knife does. Lets face it, bring an axe or saw when you need a ton of wood and a durable shelter done quickly. It fills the roll as a heavy bowie rather nicely. It is what it is.
@Eurotrash4367 First of all, there are 3 different series of 440 stainless; A,B,and C. This blade happens to be 440C. 440C is a good performing steel, that used to be the industry standard for stainless. It holds an edge well, is tough for a mid HRC stainless, and has good rust resistance.
Usually I don't give a thumbs up but when i do, i mean it.
This is one beast of a knife.
Nice video. To the point. No crapy rambling.
*points to your poket knife* "that aint a knife" *pulls out this bad boy* "this, is a knife"
"That's not a knife"* "That's a knife"*
+Alex Missi ain't is officially a word, just so you know.
+Alex Missi and he was referring to "this" knife as in his knife.
A Potato That's not why i corrected him. I corrected him, because he was clearly quoting Crocodile Dundee and he fucked it up. But if he wasn't, he should not use quotation marks.
Alex Missi oh, well I never seen that movie.
I ordered one. Can't wait to put it through it's paces.
Fair enough. Not everyone looks after their knives as well as may be, and blood is rather corrosive unless cleaned off quickly. That knife was a fine looking piece and I was wondering just how long it would stay that way in normal use.
@Josemitasam52 I understand that's just the way it turned out. They were going for the look, not a specific target length. I think the 12" in the first cut must have been more of a guess than a measurement and was corrected in the released version.
@michaeleffmeredith No argument there. The Outback is clearly intended to be a "Dundee knife", not a US frontier piece. I'm no expert, but to me it feels more like a short sword than a dedicated knife fighter's blade.
No doubt inspired by the "Iron Maiden" interpretation of a bowie knife.
With the exception of the actor Paul Hogan, in the made for "American market" film Crocodile Dundee, I haven't seen any one who lives "Down Under" actually carry anything like this.
I'm glad you enjoy using it. thumbsup.
Kind regards
Mick
@ALECL93 I think most of their current distributors offer international shipping. I know Teräasekeskus has sold some to Australia, and you're right... It is kinda funny when you think about it. I guess if there are any large distributors in Australia, they just haven't found this knife yet.
OMG. I need that knife.
Not quite what you would call full tang, but I understand the latest production run only has enough thread on the end to tighten the pommel on the handle layers. Best value for money I've seen in a big Bowie, hands down. Anything better tends to be at least twice the price.
@ironmistress78 Paraffin oil is what they used where I bought mine, and I really like what it did to the colors of the handle. Darkens the lightest stripes quite a bit for a more blended, almost antique look. I think they also started using it at the factory on the latest production run. I guess the main thing is not to use mineral or synthetic oils.
Mine will arrive this Thursdsy, I'm looking forward to it.
Where did you buy yours?
@zanuha Mine measures 10 7/8" from the front edge of the handguard to the tip of the blade.
the added chopping sound effects are extra cool
@MuscaVolitans There's a picture on their homepage - 7x17 mm flat with 8 mm thread at the end, no welding whatsoever. It's all shaped from a single chunk of 440C.
@Shienajou what? where did you get your info? 1095 is a lower quality then 440 c. and carbon steel is not as hard as the 440 c because of the chromium, which makes the steel harder and thats the main metal that gives it, its resistance to oxydation. 440 c contains high cabon and high chromium witch makes it one of the perferable metals for knives. why is the metal over 6 inches shitty?
"That's not a knife..."
Eat your heart out, Dundee :)
I don't work for DUK so I've never seen the internals - and I've never really used a Natchez. At the price, I don't expect I ever will. For what it's worth, I can't imagine damaging either in anything remotely resembling normal use. Both are nicely balanced, but with a very different feel to them. The fit is probably marginally better on the Natchez, but a single piece of Micarta will always be more consistent than layered wood and leather. Just a matter of taste, really.
a buy i will never regret
That's my only gripe with the Natchez - the slender handle and the blade profile do make it look and feel kinda like a kitchen knife. The blade starts narrowing early, which makes it nimble for its size, but not that great for chopping. Personally I much prefer the almost machete-like bulk and balance of the Outback, and the beefy handle is just right for when you're serious about going through stuff. The Natchez is great as a dedicated fighting knife, but the Outback does feel more versatile.
Cable tang on the Natchez is crap
I agree that a standard 440C steel wouldn't be a great choice for a blade of this size, 440C is used allot in cheaper pocket knives but when properly heat treated as this seems to be its a excellent steel, good edge retention and corrosion resistance.
That is one badass knife. I love the rope cutting, really impressive.
@jeepraceing
Totally right, 440C is actually a pretty good steel if you ask me; I`d chose it over 1095 if I were to be in a more humid climate than where I live now.
Besides, even "good high carbon steels" like 1095 can, without the proper heat treatment, suck at times.
Likewise, lower grade steels like 420HC (especially from buck) can be great.
But I doubt high carbon blades rust that much if you lube it from time to time.
I mean, my RAT 7 has held up pretty good against corrosion.
@Eurotrash4367 440 "C" . Big difference. I made knives from 440C and could do the same tests. Especially with a heat treatment by Paul Bos with a cryogenic quench.
just ordered mine last week...hope i like it...im sure i will!!!
Awesome looking knife it's a beauty . Thanks AF👍
@spacemonkey898 I haven't really used a WSK (who really has?) but in terms of usability, my guess is pretty damn well. As far as durability goes, there's not a lot that can break on either one. You would have to be pretty deliberate about it if you wanted to inflict any noticeable damage on either knife.
@jassoe I bought mine from Teräasekeskus, the Finnish distributor. They do ship to Sweden, and would probably be your fastest option.
"YOU LITTLE RIPPER", I got to get myself one of these, I live in the outback, in Mount Isa, where can i get 1 and how much?
Guys who complain it isn't razor sharp can't sharpen a knife. No skills just keyboard warriors
That's what pisses me off if you're going to own a knife you better know how to sharpen it
+Honest Dave well said
+dirtrider169 thank you
You spoke the truth.
+dirtrider169 exactly
@85wifebeater Well, IT is made of Stainless steel, so it is corrosion resistant. However, like any knife/sword/firearm reguardless of what it is made of, you should still wipe it down after getting it wet, and give it a light coat of oil to protect it.
If you cant sharpen stainless you cant sharpen regular carbon steel either. I find it no harder than any other steel. Sad you all repeat what you saw somewhere else with no real research . Stainless is harder to sharpen but carbon steel holds a better edge? Another dumb comment. By the way 1095 can be brittle to. I don't know why I get on here and deal with the unfounded foolish remarks. If it has a good heat treat I don't care if its 420HC or D2 its good steel period. Problem is most tools don't know how to use their tool.
***** Yeah you are right, it really depends on the stainless steel grade, quality and use. I'd prefer to be sure its not 440A/420HC instead of 440C, though I think it depends what you use the knife for, some people are abusing them a fair bit judging from the comments.
Agreed
Amen!
Well said. The real problem is that people think making a good, sharp, knife or tool is some sort of alchemy when it's nothing more than applied science. All toolmaking conforms to science and is expressed by the maker as craftsmanship and in the best cases ... art. What to make the knife out of and which to choose as a consumer just depends on what you're trying to accomplish and how hard you want to work at it.
Was salivating when the video started....
It would also be awesome if they made a mini version of that knife.
bought this knife nigh on 9yrs ago...
the sheath was garbage and i broke the pommel within a year...
Thinking it was a peice of shit I rebuilt the handle under the pretense that I would 'see how much it could take' and proceeded to absolutely abuse it for years afterwards thinking I would inevitably break the tang or snap the blade..
I never did...and never rehandked it since.
Now,many years later I find this promo with comment after comment slating this knife as a show piece and it made me realise,this blade is about as indestructible as you can get...I have literally processes hundreds of tones of wood with it by this point and its the one tool I always reach for to baton or make kindling...
if you look past the shoddy sheath and handle what you're buying is a serious chopper that holds its own against most,if not all of these fancy super steeled blades(and iv used a few).
this blade is no joke...just expect to rehandle it eventually if its used for actual work.
a real knife if ever there was one...
I just went to the link and what did I find? The Mistress. Beautiful also! I see a dent in my budget in the near future. My husband would love this.
@Thefight2012
You can find this knife on Ebay from an authorised dealer for 189.00, and free shipping.
Its functioned well under the branch to paper cutting tests don't you think? :)
since you also satisfied with the knife ?
has anyone in daily use ?
the test in the video , the knife is really so stable , sturdy?
@nard0911 I can't tell you where it's made (NDA), but it's not Taiwan. As for the partner selection and QC, I've heard they actually had some difficulty keeping up with the demand because they went with someone who can do it right rather than someone who can make enough.
I personally watched them destroy almost half the knives from the first production run to catch any tempering problems, at a time when they probably most needed to get some revenue going. That's about as serious as it gets.
@anotherFinn Scorpion Swords & Knives says they do custom orders. You could email the guy and see what his going rate would be. I don't imagine it would be to much since, in essence, it would just be a 20 inch bowie with a custom handle. traditional archery bows (all one word) dot you know what fyi
Beautiful knife!
The Australian Bowie is certainly my favorite knife.
That's a mighty impressive blade.
@RebelWrestler45 i agree. 440c is the best and the most suitable if you consider a really good blade.
I have one and have had it for 5 years used it all the time before i got my Damascus blade Bowie knife that I carry with me everywhere the knife that shown here the Down Under is a really really really good knife it's never let me down don't even have any chips in it I used it for three four years straight and it never failed not once and I had cut down trees with it bigger than my legs. I wish it was full tang but still a wonderful knife
That's not a knife, that's a sword!
Quiero uno esos donde lo consigo...
@skotup Quite honestly, no. A proper axe might, but the point is you won't be screwed if you don't happen to be carrying one. The Outback is actually pretty good for chopping firewood or building a shelter.
@ 2:54 looks like the blade is dinged and chipped unless thats the bark
Definitely a Rambo - Crocodile - Dundee - Jim Bowie look alike that seems fully functional.
I wonder what is it's weight? The weight is one of the best indicators of what this big
knife is for i.e. camp work, hiking, jungle, backyard only, display, show and tell, etc.
In the web page says 800 grams
Leocernask8 800 grams = (28 ounces)
The traditional kukris weigh usually 600 grams (21 oz)
My Gransfor Bruks Small Forest axe weighs 952 grams (33.6 oz)
I'd say that bowie is a heavyweight.
Yes i know, ounces=pounds. Pounds= pain
The weight is 38 oz over 2 pounds I have one they are heavy and they are made like a tank
the heat treament helps it keep up with higher quality steel. It really makes it a great knife.... iono about the price tag though... but it is a big knife if u think about it
@Eurotrash4367 So very true. I would much rather have something that holds a fine edge over a long period of time, and have it be slightly brittle and rust if I didn't take good enough care of it, than something that will never hold an edge, but will bend instead of snap, and never rust. That said, the stuff in the video is still 440C, which I believe has a slightly higher carbon content, making it that much harder. Not the best, but it is a hell of a lot better than regular 440 (A, I believe.).
"That's not a knife...Now THAT's a knife!" -Crocodile Dundee
They're great blades. Chopped my whole Christmas tree into firewood in 10 minutes.
hey, what is the angle of your flat grinding?
Oh, and one tip about the handle - the materials will shrink a little when transported to a more arid climate, which applies to about 90% of the planet. I highly recommend you get some paraffin oil and soak the handle in it overnight. This will saturate the wood and leather, preventing the individual discs from working loose and giving the handle a darker, more dignified look. It was done once before it left the shop, but a second treatment is a very good idea if you live in a dry area.
Kend be nívea kézkrémmel kék fémdobozos nívea miutánn beszívta pamut ruhával töröld át szép fényes lessz!
The best knife ever.
@MrJapaneseboy1111 Yeah, if you had read the comments you would know I also recommend doing it. That has nothing to do with being good or bad, but everything to do with being wood and leather. I'm glad you still find it funny, because frankly I would be kinda pissed at myself for ruining an expensive knife like that. My own Outback is from the first batch and the sheath could be stiffer, but I've had no issues with the stitching. I heard they've improved it in current production.
hopefully I'll get it for my birthday
@P0Psyckle Yeah, they wanted to be honest about using tacked on sound so they insisted on making the effects almost cartoon-like... Although the original sound was almost less believable in the echo chamber the video was shot in. I hope we'll be able to shoot another one in better light and sound conditions at some point.
2:55 the blade chipped. 440C, while a pretty good steel, is too brittle for this kind of work.
Remember folks: When buying a knife for batoning or chopping like this, it's always easier to correct a fold in the blade than it is to correct a chip.
Mine just arrived its BADASS! I'll post pics soon.
This guy is very good at showing how not to use a knife.
400C, if heat-treated properly, has better edge-retention than 1095 carbon, which is used by many reputable companies including Ka-bar. The only reason I'd have to doubt this knife is its country of origin; some sources say Finland, some say China.
MAN THATS A GREAT LOOKING KNIFE!! GOT TO HAVE ONE!!!
hello, would not in any way question the quality of your knife, just commented that here in Brazil the host country Tramontina she is considered inexpensive tool and reasonable quality, beginner tool, including my first 3 Tramontina knives were, that there about 20, 25 years ago and since then I have been collecting knives, I've had over 60 of them
Guys this blade is a differently tempered 440c not to be confused with the less desirable 440a or 440b. This is a very nice knife. carbon steel blades can be great with the right heat treating just like list like stainless blades. however carbon steel will rust and stain VERY easily, even sitting in the sheath. Stainless does not mean rust free but rather rust/ stain resistant.
One of the problems with an axe in a snowy environment, other than that it requires more experience to use well and that it requires a lot of energy, is finding a solid base to properly split wood.
Yes, but would you sully that mirror finish knife with piggy blood, or is it just something to look at and gloat over?!
The foley editing on this video is hilarious!
If they made a full tang version of this knife it would be one of the best bowies out there.
But that rat tang has snapped at the brass pommel end on so many people I know that's used them.
It's a shame really.
MAKE A FULL TANG VERSION PLEASE
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The fun fact...good made rattail tang has a very low faling rate..
I have a 16 inch and am now finishing a 19 inch 5160 spring steel knife that Id put up against 440 stainless any day. But those are good looking knives and sheaths.
@BlueTiger368
Brand-DownUnderKnives
Model-The Outback
Unless youre a collector of movies knives or whatever there is not really much reason to get this knife at that price, if youre planning on using this knife for actual wilderness work i would get another knife for that kinda money... Damn you could get a CS trail master in san mai for that kinda money
What is up with the "swoosh" effects?
It actually makes that sound when you use it
Strangely enough, it's not even a rip - I actually shot about half the material, edited the video for them and I'm the guy doing most of the heavy chopping. If you like big Bowie knives, you're going to love this one :D
Check out their website (URL in the tags) for an updated list of distributors and online dealers. There's a direct link to the first online source on the "About us" page.
I have one and it's one HELL of a knife!
awesome video great looking knife
donde se puede conseguir esta muy bueno
that blade is a beast
Hurts my soul when I see you cutting paper and chopping wood with that fine blade :(
@redeemer61190 6mm, so about 1/4in.
That is a good knife I never seen one not break how did you do that what is the steel titanium if you forge did you're the best forger I've ever seen of a knife you can do a good job making one I like it that's kind of my fault one good job
got mine today, cut me thumb after 15min, well worth the money boys!!
Gorgeous blades! I want one!
bought this and an sp10 at the same time, no comp, outback is the one for me
Forged 440c???