Nick, wonderful video. One of the hardest things a man can do is acknowledge the good, the bad, and the ugly in his father, and acknowledge that many of those same things are in himself. I'm in awe that you can do it publicly. I hope your fiance appreciates the quality of man that she has.
The best thing you can do is accept your father as a human being and realize he probably tried to do his best, from his perspective. I had to forgive YEARS of abuse I endured as a child and make peace with my father. I was incredibly cathartic.
You guys are the epitome of what we mean when we talk about "knife people" or "gun people". The person who will take a half hour in the middle of a gun/ knife show to answer a question or do a demonstration just to help you out. Really, down to earth- nice folks!
It's funny how we don't really see the good, the bad and the ugly of our parents until later in life. As a child, my Dad was either all good or all ugly. He just passed away in Oct at age 83. Brilliant man who designed missles for Raytheon. However, a lot of hidden ugly in my family. Alcoholism effected everyone in one way or another. I inherited the demons early on in life. Great and heartfelt tribute to your Dad. You have a way of connecting with people.Thanks for sharing.
Not sure what to say, Nick. This is very moving. Nothing I can add other than what you said resonates with me. The older I get the more I realize how much of me is my father. I try to live up to his "good" but my own "bad" and "ugly" often disappoint me. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Nick, that was amazing. Of all the knives I own, the one that matters most is the Old Timer that I gave my dad for Father's Day the first year I was old enough to legally buy one. He was still carrying it the day he died, and I've carried it on every important day in my life since then. All these years later, he's still with me on every busted knuckle, thrown tool and procrastinated chore, but he's also the co-owner of every time I manage to triumph over a machine. Thanks again for the reminder.
I've got something similar from my great uncle. it's a stockman knife made by kutmaster, best I can tell it's from the 1940s. he didn't have any kids himself, so when he passed he gave it to his brother, who eventually passed it on to me. he used to sharpen it on a bench grinder, so it had an ugly edge, but he didn't ruin the temper and with about 45 minutes on a set of oil stones and a bit of stropping it became three of the sharpest blades in my collection. he might have even inadvertently improved the temper, that thing holds an edge damn near as good as some of my stuff in way more modern steels. I don't carry it every day since I'm pretty good at losing things and it has no provisions for a pocket clip or lanyard, and you need both hands to open it, but whenever I get a hankering to carry a traditional its my first choice.
"The unexamined life is not worth living." ~ Socrates. Sharing perspective borne of love, pain and introspection is a valuable gift to those open to receiving it. Thanks, Nick, for taking the "risk" intimacy demands. I feel sorry for the viewer who felt compelled to give a "thumbs-down." Hopefully one day they'll understand.
Glad you enjoyed, of sorts, and I appreciate the Socrates. And don't worry about the downvote. Somebody hate-subscribes, I get one down-vote within 45 minutes of every video going live. You'd think Ernest Emerson would have better things to do.
Hey Nick, as someone who is losing their Dad currently, despite five years later, the message rings true. Great honor to your father. Glad I found you as I refound my enjoyment of good blades. I always look for your reviews before I will buy something I like. Thank you.
Nick, you have no idea the crap I've been going through. For some reason I saw this video and something told me to watch it in its entirety, I wanted to go for a smoke and was about to turn it off but I'm glad I didn't, a video like this is something very personal and I'm sure may have been a little difficult to share with us but thank you .. The last half of this video was absolutely amazing and it's exactly what I needed to hear today, thank you for taking the time to make a video such as this. A million thumbs up, and keep the wicked knife reviews coming please!!
Glad it helped. My email's in my about page. If you're going through a creative hell and you need to talk to somebody who also went through a creative hell, I'm around to email or chat or Skype or something. But one foot in front of the other will go surprisingly far.
Nick, SOG warranties all of their knifes for life. I know that the paratool is not one of your favorites but for the cost of return postage you can send it in to them and they will rebuild it to factor new. I have had one as my EDC for 25+ years now and still use it every day and have had it rebuilt a few times over the years.
This is swiftly becoming my favourite channel on UA-cam, thanks Nick. A lot of what you say resonates with me, keep doing what you're doing and I'll keep watching.
I was having a real rough time in my life a couple of years ago, and everything came to a head. I was fortunate enough to have the right people either on my life or come into my life and I worked through it. Hearing other people echo the realizations I came to is encouraging and refreshing. Thank you for opening up to us. It’s hard, but the help we can give others is one of the best things in life. Thank you again.
Nick.. You're one of my favorite people. I've always enjoyed the messages you his hide in your videos. Your reviews, your opinions and your self corrections... All tell a story of someone who tries his best to make the world better in any way he can, even if it's something as simple as helping someone upgrade their EDC. Our spirits, our perspectives, our influences are our EDC. Thank you for sharing and helping me see that. I think I'm ready to upgrade my own kit. Much love, Brother.
I'm 58. When I heard my father died I think I said "oh...would you please pass the salt"...My Mother died 8 years ago and I still suffer. Thanks for that Nick. That was awesome, can't wait to share it.
Hard truths cut both ways, but we must forge on and be better than what we were, and where we came from. Thanks for posting this Nick, it hit hard to remember that abyss we sometimes stare into for too long.
I've been watching your videos for a few months now, but don't think I've commented on any of them. Thanks for posting this. The EDC aspect reminds me of my grandpa, who has been gone for almost a year. He always had a pocket knife, pencil, pad of paper, change purse, 22lr naa. Christmas is hard this year without him. Alzheimer's is the worst. The deeper and darker part of the video and our lives, reminds me of my dad who has been gone since 95. Took me a long time to let go of the darkness of him and just acknowledge that he was a broken man like all of us.
I lost my Dad nearly three years ago Nick. I appreciate how much courage it must have taken on your part to share this. Posting about something unique to your own father (his EDC kit) must have been massively difficult. You have my respect. God bless ya dude.....
Came for the review, stayed for the great advice. My father was not a good father. However, having been a father for five years now, I see a lot of my father in me. Way more than I ever noticed or cared to admit in the past. BUT, I AM a much better father than he'll ever be, and that is what matters. Ironically, I think I'm a better person because I don't want to be what he was. Still good, bad and ugly, but I work on that every day. Thanks for sharing, Nick.
There is so much bad and downright ugly on the youtube and internet in general. But then you stumble upon something good, so great that in fact, it shines light on you like a real gem. Thank you, Nick.
Most of the time you make me laugh real good but I didn't know you coul make me cry... 😥We can feel the pain just through your voice... Unsettling... I sure don't look forward to the day I'll lose my dad. Anyway just wanted to say you're the best reviewer out there in my opinion love you're style, keep up the good work!!👍
UA-cam decided I needed to see this. Sounds like right about five years from Nick's dad's passing. Hit me deep. Here's to you Nick, and here's to your dad, may he be resting in peace.
Introspection and self-reflection are what keeps us grounded and real. A man without them is a hollow shell, being led only by his basic instincts and lowest desires. Lots of bad in the world could be remedied through those two simple, personal acts. Thanks for sharing, everyone should appreciate the message you're trying to send here.
Well put. And I think that as you ponder your father and his reflection in you, you'll find not only concerns that you mention but over time a mellowing and reconciliation that will in due course bring an unexpected warmth. Thanks for doing this video.
A very powerful and inspirational video. I had a terrible and broken relationship with my father and I never thought of categorizing his life into the Good, the Bad and the Ugly. Unfortunately my father also had more than his fair share of Ugly. Thanks for sharing your experience and story. One if the best UA-cam videos I have ever watched.
Hello Mr. Shabazz. I've been watching your show for a few years and only now I've decided to sub to it. In this segment you have show me & your loyal fans & groupies who you really are as a person. You're not just a knives freak but a knives connoisseur and evidently a person with a heart. I find all your shows entertaining but at the same time educational & informative. Your reviews are honest and not judgmental. I apologize for taking such a long time to subscribe but now you have one extra viewer, a little contribution to your channel. I thank you sir. Stay safe for 2022 & don't stop being funny. Greetings from Australia.
Nick, I think this helps to prove the point that in many cases, we are defined by what we carry. The thought that goes into it, the usefulness and the reasoning behind it. Thanks for sharing. Keep being real.
Nick giving us the motivation we've needed, whilst looking at knife reviews to escape reality. Thank you for saying such vulnerable and powerful words for all of us. Youve helped me today
Nick I’ve only been subscribed to your channel for only a few weeks. I am so impressed with your channel, your reviews, and just you as a person. When I first started watching I at first thought you might be some sort of knife snob but then I watched the vid where you were talking about some guy showing off his collection of 2 knives that wasn’t the most expensive knives or best and how he was ashamed of his collection, or maybe it was you using it as an example and wasn’t factual but anyways it made me rethink a lot of things about my collection and just about life in general and about how the important thing is things that bring me joy regardless of the price. Now I watch this vid and wow powerful stuff. Just wanted to thank you for being real and giving me the motivation to rethink things. Keep on putting out the great content
That moment when the video you are watching on UA-cam somehow perfectly synchronizes with your personal life and time stops. Thank you, Nick, I needed to hear this today.
Great video. You got me thinking about my Dad. He was a mechanic when they actually fixed things, not just swapped out parts. He always carried a 2 bladed Barlow knife, a small pair of pliers, and miscellaneous bolts and washers. He always managed to break his pliers. He was a great guy. I haven't thought about him in a while. Thanks.
Nick, thank you... This is probably the most important YT video I've seen for a long time... And I'm just so sad that I found it today, not 6 years ago.
Bravo. There is a little good, bad, and ugly in pretty much everything and everyone and it's a great lifeskill to recognize those facts and to be able to evaluate those proportions to find the people and things you want to surround yourself with in this life.
Great video as always Nick! I buried one of my best friends on this day three years ago and it was due to some bad things he did in his life, but your video really reminded me to reflect on all the good he did...thank you.
Very powerful video Nick. I found myself glued to this video more then any of your other videos, especially the part right after you were done with reviewing your Dad's gear and started talking about your Dad and life.
This is your best review. Makes me remember my father who was a jack of all trades and could fix anything. Rest In Peace to your father and mine. Thank u
Nick, a very touching video. I think that, unfortunately, there are a lot of us kids out there. But it’s the best reminder that no one is perfect and we all deserve a little forgiveness. But we’ve gotta accept reality and try to do better. Wow, you made me cry man. Thanks.
Nick Thank you for sharing what must of been hard to do. You are a gem of a person. Life lessons are tough but have their rewards. Keep looking up and forward and you'll do just fine.
Been a long time viewer of your channel Nick, but really followed the channel. This video changed my whole impression of you, you've earned yourself a now loyal subscriber. Takes guts to post a video like this. I admire that.
Awesome video Nick...thank you for sharing this part of your life with us...like all family stories...they come with artifacts that help us connect the dots as to who we are...and sometimes who we're not....great job!
I feel like little things like what you showed in this video that are passed on are some of the most invaluable and most meaningful items you can have. To even have anything to remember someone you loved so much is something you just can't put a price on. "which is a beautiful thing"
I suffer from addiction and alcohol problems. I've thankfully been of the hard stuff for about 5 years, and off everything for almost 2 years. The things you've said in this video really resonate with me. For such a long time in my addiction I believed there was only bad, and ungly i was capable of. Which helped reinforce the vicious cycle i was stuck in. It's not a good place to be. A lot of pain, and misery. I just want to thank you for this video, and wish you the best.
My dad's EDC gear was butcher knives. After working at his butcher shop, he'll bring them all home to be resharpened. I would watch him as he resharpened the types of knives he would use in cutting and slicing up the meat. He'll explained what each knife is use for, and the technique in using the knife. I never became involved as a butcher, but I appreciated my dad in sharing his trade with me. These stories are personal gems!
Beautiful of you to share this, Nick. I love your reviews, but this talk speaks to me on another level. Feel free to do so again. Remember that those dear to you are always ready to help, if you feel bad. This goes for everyone.
Not sure if you'll still see comments on this video, but I wanted to tell you that I appreciate it. It sounds like you had a similar relationship with your dad as I did with mine. I still struggle with how to feel about him, and this video helps to put things in perspective. People are too complicated to simply label as good, bad, or ugly. There is some of each to us all. Thanks for sharing this
Nick, thanks for taking the time to make this video. It reminded me of my own father and brought me to tears. As time passes, the good memories remain and the ugly ones will fade away. If anything, my father taught me to not be like him. Nick, please know that you are a great person and you are loved my friend. Now, go do what you do best and tell us what you really think about the Norseman!
Nick, I love your videos, you dont have to be right all the time. You are just one person in this world sharing your thoughts and being humble. Keep what you are doing. I have similar history with my father, but we rekindled and I will never let him go in my mind again. Hes an important part of me as well. I feel fortunate and will treasure all the moments together with him. You got some really wise words. I subbed in both my accounts, personal and work account :D
Just came across this by accident even though I have been enjoying your reviews for about a week. Never cried after watching a u tube video until today. In fact the last time I shed a tear was when the dog was very ill. You woke a few paternal demons of my own. Time to review them and look in the mirror. Of all the things I've seen on the internet this "takes the cake ". Thank you from my heart.
Your dad taught you good life lessons. This video hits home, my father has good, bad, and ugly. To say that our relationship is strained is an understatement (monumental). He too has a love and need for tools, and passed it on. On a lighter note zip ties can be used a few times, when cutting a tie cut at the head to make a shortie tie. Many can be found during the course of the day, like pennies pick up shortie zip ties too.
Thank you nic my name is John and I have a very difficult relationship with my father this video put a few things in perspective for me thank you again
Nick: You have the ability to say words, or communicate thoughts that many of us feel, like w/ our fathers. Made me think about my father who died early, but as you said we lost him way before that...Thank you for putting those thoughts down on "paper" for us...
Thanks Nick - for this, and all of your contributions to the community. I'm closing in on the fourth anniversary of losing my mom,, probably due to some of her own vices and missteps, and I appreciate the insight to look at the lessons she taught me - good, bad and ugly. Be well and know that your dad would be awfully proud of you.
Hello to you and to my fellow fans. FYI, this is my first time ever commenting on UA-cam. I was compelled because you really put your heart out there in this one. After discovering "The Nick" a couple weeks ago, I've enjoyed several of your reviews so far. I'm proud to say I ordered my first "real" knife this week (0452CF), largely due to your showcasing it and I'm VERY excited (arriving Monday). Ironically, my first folder was a Cryo, which I bought 6 months ago. Please have faith that your efforts to share your knowledge and humour are well respected and appreciated. All the best to you from your newest Canadian viewer.
So many of us have so much in common personally... not much of it seen on UA-cam or content of any kind... So it's easy to forget... or maybe never even know... that in many cases and ways... we're more alike than it seems. Thanks Nick. I literally laugh from you (in a good way) at least once during every vid I've seen. I smiled during this one. 🤙✌️
Exodus 20:12 is a beautiful thing. Really appreciate you sharing part of your life with us, Nick. The book of Job gives me solace. All of the terrible things that happened to him, he got up, tore his robe, shaved his head, fell to the ground in worship, saying,"Naked I came from my mother's womb, and naked I will depart. The LORD gave and the LORD has taken away; may the name of the LORD be praised." Amen.
God bless you and your family Nick.This video has been very insightful and deeply meaningful for every one of your viewers I believe.Lots of love and all the best from my family to yours.
Nick, much love brother, my dad an I were as adults best friends, he passed July 2 2015, I still reach for the phone from time to time, I have his weapons an his edc, I would take all the money in the world for them. Bless you sir!
Nick, i know this is one of your older videos but i just wanted to say thank you for the wise words about “healing” included at the end. I’ve been dealing with some stuff that has had a negative impact on my life and i really needed to hear your input on those things. Hope all is well!
Yep. It's very real. Hard to complain about a heavy pack when it's the lightest thing on your shoulders. Everybody's got something up there, but nobody sees it.
Thanks for sharing Nick. You are amazing. Keep pushing on mate. I can see all your good and the work you put into staying that way. All the way from Australia 🇦🇺
This video is a beautiful thing
ComUnSas it’s a gem
Cant say the same for that edc bag though. If you offered that to someone on a desert island they would take it but there would be some hesitation.
Very worthwhile view thank you for taking the time to share
Nick, wonderful video. One of the hardest things a man can do is acknowledge the good, the bad, and the ugly in his father, and acknowledge that many of those same things are in himself. I'm in awe that you can do it publicly. I hope your fiance appreciates the quality of man that she has.
Brian Taylor I agree with you %100
The best thing you can do is accept your father as a human being and realize he probably tried to do his best, from his perspective. I had to forgive YEARS of abuse I endured as a child and make peace with my father. I was incredibly cathartic.
I don't have a father... It makes it very difficult for me to do so indeed.
We love you Nick, powerful video. Some tears.
You guys are the epitome of what we mean when we talk about "knife people" or "gun people".
The person who will take a half hour in the middle of a gun/ knife show to answer a question or do a demonstration just to help you out.
Really, down to earth- nice folks!
You are a wise and brave young man. I am sure your old man would be proud of you.
It's funny how we don't really see the good, the bad and the ugly of our parents until later in life. As a child, my Dad was either all good or all ugly. He just passed away in Oct at age 83. Brilliant man who designed missles for Raytheon. However, a lot of hidden ugly in my family. Alcoholism effected everyone in one way or another. I inherited the demons early on in life.
Great and heartfelt tribute to your Dad. You have a way of connecting with people.Thanks for sharing.
Not sure what to say, Nick. This is very moving. Nothing I can add other than what you said resonates with me. The older I get the more I realize how much of me is my father. I try to live up to his "good" but my own "bad" and "ugly" often disappoint me. Thanks for sharing.
Arthur Leyenberger ya I wasn't sure what to say at the end of the video
My father taught me a lot about what to be and sometimes more importantly, what not to be. Thanks for sharing this video Nick.
Thanks Nick, that was amazing. Of all the knives I own, the one that matters most is the Old Timer that I gave my dad for Father's Day the first year I was old enough to legally buy one. He was still carrying it the day he died, and I've carried it on every important day in my life since then. All these years later, he's still with me on every busted knuckle, thrown tool and procrastinated chore, but he's also the co-owner of every time I manage to triumph over a machine. Thanks again for the reminder.
Jack Paris this broke my heart in the best way, kindest regards my friend.
I've got something similar from my great uncle. it's a stockman knife made by kutmaster, best I can tell it's from the 1940s. he didn't have any kids himself, so when he passed he gave it to his brother, who eventually passed it on to me. he used to sharpen it on a bench grinder, so it had an ugly edge, but he didn't ruin the temper and with about 45 minutes on a set of oil stones and a bit of stropping it became three of the sharpest blades in my collection. he might have even inadvertently improved the temper, that thing holds an edge damn near as good as some of my stuff in way more modern steels. I don't carry it every day since I'm pretty good at losing things and it has no provisions for a pocket clip or lanyard, and you need both hands to open it, but whenever I get a hankering to carry a traditional its my first choice.
"The unexamined life is not worth living." ~ Socrates.
Sharing perspective borne of love, pain and introspection is a valuable gift to those open to receiving it. Thanks, Nick, for taking the "risk" intimacy demands. I feel sorry for the viewer who felt compelled to give a "thumbs-down." Hopefully one day they'll understand.
Glad you enjoyed, of sorts, and I appreciate the Socrates. And don't worry about the downvote. Somebody hate-subscribes, I get one down-vote within 45 minutes of every video going live. You'd think Ernest Emerson would have better things to do.
Hey! You're too earnest for Ernest! lol! Take care, Irène.
I generally get the same, I suspected that Onion guy, but Ernest makes more sense.
Great video Nick! I always imagine the down-vote is some old guy without his glasses that thinks he's giving a thumbs up lol.
Good thoughts, Mitchell
Hey Nick, as someone who is losing their Dad currently, despite five years later, the message rings true. Great honor to your father. Glad I found you as I refound my enjoyment of good blades. I always look for your reviews before I will buy something I like. Thank you.
This is my favorite Nick Shabazz video of all time. As Nick would say, "It's a real gem."
Nick, you have no idea the crap I've been going through. For some reason I saw this video and something told me to watch it in its entirety, I wanted to go for a smoke and was about to turn it off but I'm glad I didn't, a video like this is something very personal and I'm sure may have been a little difficult to share with us but thank you .. The last half of this video was absolutely amazing and it's exactly what I needed to hear today, thank you for taking the time to make a video such as this. A million thumbs up, and keep the wicked knife reviews coming please!!
Glad it helped. My email's in my about page. If you're going through a creative hell and you need to talk to somebody who also went through a creative hell, I'm around to email or chat or Skype or something. But one foot in front of the other will go surprisingly far.
No Delica size comparison in this video!
"How does one take the true measure of a man?" "Well, you do a size comparison with a Delica."
Jimmy Darrell not appropriate here. Although, never stopped him in other videos.
Thanks for this video in so many dimensions. Very personal. Thanks for the life insights and sharing this. Very emotional. Take care Nick!
I can honestly say, I have never teared up watching an EDC video.
Nick, SOG warranties all of their knifes for life. I know that the paratool is not one of your favorites but for the cost of return postage you can send it in to them and they will rebuild it to factor new. I have had one as my EDC for 25+ years now and still use it every day and have had it rebuilt a few times over the years.
Nick, thank you very much for this video. Now go and get an extra long hug from your fiancé from all of us.
This is swiftly becoming my favourite channel on UA-cam, thanks Nick. A lot of what you say resonates with me, keep doing what you're doing and I'll keep watching.
Thanks for sharing your personal story Nick. You have a great outlook - a positive, real, and healthy one.
I was having a real rough time in my life a couple of years ago, and everything came to a head. I was fortunate enough to have the right people either on my life or come into my life and I worked through it. Hearing other people echo the realizations I came to is encouraging and refreshing. Thank you for opening up to us. It’s hard, but the help we can give others is one of the best things in life. Thank you again.
Nick.. You're one of my favorite people. I've always enjoyed the messages you his hide in your videos. Your reviews, your opinions and your self corrections... All tell a story of someone who tries his best to make the world better in any way he can, even if it's something as simple as helping someone upgrade their EDC. Our spirits, our perspectives, our influences are our EDC. Thank you for sharing and helping me see that. I think I'm ready to upgrade my own kit. Much love, Brother.
Beautiful comment
I'm 58. When I heard my father died I think I said "oh...would you please pass the salt"...My Mother died 8 years ago and I still suffer. Thanks for that Nick. That was awesome, can't wait to share it.
Hey Nick...thanks for sharing --caring ---and being ...we appreciate you buddy ...
Wow. I really appreciate your reviews, but this was above and beyond. Hope you are well. Cheers.
This is so great, Nick. I'm glad you see the "good, bad, and ugly," in all things. You're a good man.
Dude right in the feels. I have a questionable father as well. I will someday have a video like this with much the same message.
I'm sorry to hear that, Justin. Makes everything harder, at least internally. One foot in front of the other. This too shall pass.
You are absolutely awesome for putting yourself out there like you did. It's a very beautiful thing...Much Love - Andrew
Hard truths cut both ways, but we must forge on and be better than what we were, and where we came from. Thanks for posting this Nick, it hit hard to remember that abyss we sometimes stare into for too long.
I've been watching your videos for a few months now, but don't think I've commented on any of them. Thanks for posting this. The EDC aspect reminds me of my grandpa, who has been gone for almost a year. He always had a pocket knife, pencil, pad of paper, change purse, 22lr naa. Christmas is hard this year without him. Alzheimer's is the worst. The deeper and darker part of the video and our lives, reminds me of my dad who has been gone since 95. Took me a long time to let go of the darkness of him and just acknowledge that he was a broken man like all of us.
Gear AND life lessons. Wasn't expecting that, but a pleasant surprise!
I lost my Dad nearly three years ago Nick. I appreciate how much courage it must have taken on your part to share this. Posting about something unique to your own father (his EDC kit) must have been massively difficult. You have my respect. God bless ya dude.....
Came for the review, stayed for the great advice.
My father was not a good father. However, having been a father for five years now, I see a lot of my father in me. Way more than I ever noticed or cared to admit in the past.
BUT, I AM a much better father than he'll ever be, and that is what matters. Ironically, I think I'm a better person because I don't want to be what he was. Still good, bad and ugly, but I work on that every day.
Thanks for sharing, Nick.
There is so much bad and downright ugly on the youtube and internet in general. But then you stumble upon something good, so great that in fact, it shines light on you like a real gem. Thank you, Nick.
Way to go Nick. We can lighten our EDC when we acknowledge and examine the good, the bad and the ugly.
Most of the time you make me laugh real good but I didn't know you coul make me cry... 😥We can feel the pain just through your voice... Unsettling... I sure don't look forward to the day I'll lose my dad. Anyway just wanted to say you're the best reviewer out there in my opinion love you're style, keep up the good work!!👍
UA-cam decided I needed to see this. Sounds like right about five years from Nick's dad's passing. Hit me deep. Here's to you Nick, and here's to your dad, may he be resting in peace.
Introspection and self-reflection are what keeps us grounded and real. A man without them is a hollow shell, being led only by his basic instincts and lowest desires. Lots of bad in the world could be remedied through those two simple, personal acts. Thanks for sharing, everyone should appreciate the message you're trying to send here.
Well put. And I think that as you ponder your father and his reflection in you, you'll find not only concerns that you mention but over time a mellowing and reconciliation that will in due course bring an unexpected warmth. Thanks for doing this video.
A very powerful and inspirational video. I had a terrible and broken relationship with my father and I never thought of categorizing his life into the Good, the Bad and the Ugly. Unfortunately my father also had more than his fair share of Ugly. Thanks for sharing your experience and story. One if the best UA-cam videos I have ever watched.
Hello Mr. Shabazz. I've been watching your show for a few years and only now I've decided to sub to it. In this segment you have show me & your loyal fans & groupies who you really are as a person. You're not just a knives freak but a knives connoisseur and evidently a person with a heart. I find all your shows entertaining but at the same time educational & informative. Your reviews are honest and not judgmental. I apologize for taking such a long time to subscribe but now you have one extra viewer, a little contribution to your channel. I thank you sir. Stay safe for 2022 & don't stop being funny. Greetings from Australia.
Its beautiful reflection Nick, the way you balance between down to earth review and personal touch like these really make this channel a definite gem.
Nick,
I think this helps to prove the point that in many cases, we are defined by what we carry. The thought that goes into it, the usefulness and the reasoning behind it. Thanks for sharing. Keep being real.
... If we're defined by what we carry, I guess I'm a tool. :)
(thanks, Scott!)
Nick giving us the motivation we've needed, whilst looking at knife reviews to escape reality. Thank you for saying such vulnerable and powerful words for all of us. Youve helped me today
Nick I’ve only been subscribed to your channel for only a few weeks. I am so impressed with your channel, your reviews, and just you as a person. When I first started watching I at first thought you might be some sort of knife snob but then I watched the vid where you were talking about some guy showing off his collection of 2 knives that wasn’t the most expensive knives or best and how he was ashamed of his collection, or maybe it was you using it as an example and wasn’t factual but anyways it made me rethink a lot of things about my collection and just about life in general and about how the important thing is things that bring me joy regardless of the price. Now I watch this vid and wow powerful stuff. Just wanted to thank you for being real and giving me the motivation to rethink things. Keep on putting out the great content
Sorry about the grammatical mistakes of my previous post, it was lazy posting for sure but I got all caught up into ace ventura on tv
That moment when the video you are watching on UA-cam somehow perfectly synchronizes with your personal life and time stops. Thank you, Nick, I needed to hear this today.
Great video. You got me thinking about my Dad. He was a mechanic when they actually fixed things, not just swapped out parts. He always carried a 2 bladed Barlow knife, a small pair of pliers, and miscellaneous bolts and washers. He always managed to break his pliers. He was a great guy. I haven't thought about him in a while. Thanks.
Thank you for sharing this with us Nick. It was a great tribute to your father along with the good, the bad and the ugly memories that shape us all.
Nick, thank you... This is probably the most important YT video I've seen for a long time... And I'm just so sad that I found it today, not 6 years ago.
Over the last year or so I've become a huge follower of the channel and this is by far my favorite video. A true gem!
This hit me so close to home, God bless you Nick thank you for sharing.
Bravo. There is a little good, bad, and ugly in pretty much everything and everyone and it's a great lifeskill to recognize those facts and to be able to evaluate those proportions to find the people and things you want to surround yourself with in this life.
Nick, you're over here cutting onions without even a blade in your hand.
I hear what you're saying, man.
Great video as always Nick! I buried one of my best friends on this day three years ago and it was due to some bad things he did in his life, but your video really reminded me to reflect on all the good he did...thank you.
Very powerful video Nick. I found myself glued to this video more then any of your other videos, especially the part right after you were done with reviewing your Dad's gear and started talking about your Dad and life.
Great video! I love the personal touch from you and your dad's life!
Thanks, Nick, for pulling it all out and looking at what needs an upgrade.
This is your best review. Makes me remember my father who was a jack of all trades and could fix anything. Rest In Peace to your father and mine. Thank u
Nick, a very touching video. I think that, unfortunately, there are a lot of us kids out there. But it’s the best reminder that no one is perfect and we all deserve a little forgiveness. But we’ve gotta accept reality and try to do better. Wow, you made me cry man. Thanks.
Nick
Thank you for sharing what must of been hard to do. You are a gem of a person. Life lessons are tough but have their rewards. Keep looking up and forward and you'll do just fine.
Been a long time viewer of your channel Nick, but really followed the channel. This video changed my whole impression of you, you've earned yourself a now loyal subscriber. Takes guts to post a video like this. I admire that.
Nick went back to watch this little gem... your best rant ever well done.
man, i'm glad i wandered this far down the nick shabazz rabbit hole. all your videos are fantastic, but this one went above and beyond. thank you
Awesome video Nick...thank you for sharing this part of your life with us...like all family stories...they come with artifacts that help us connect the dots as to who we are...and sometimes who we're not....great job!
Great one mate. Makes me all the more thankful for the relationship I have with my Dad. Never to be taken for granted.
I feel like little things like what you showed in this video that are passed on are some of the most invaluable and most meaningful items you can have. To even have anything to remember someone you loved so much is something you just can't put a price on. "which is a beautiful thing"
I suffer from addiction and alcohol problems. I've thankfully been of the hard stuff for about 5 years, and off everything for almost 2 years.
The things you've said in this video really resonate with me. For such a long time in my addiction I believed there was only bad, and ungly i was capable of. Which helped reinforce the vicious cycle i was stuck in. It's not a good place to be. A lot of pain, and misery.
I just want to thank you for this video, and wish you the best.
Nick, I have watched many many many of your videos, and by far this is the best one. Thank you so much.
This is so moving, Nick. Sounds like we have a lot in common, sir. You are a prince among men.
Yes, very interesting. Thank you for your honesty. You seem like a good man who is aware that one needs to work on oneself. Great video
My dad's EDC gear was butcher knives. After working at his butcher shop, he'll bring them all home to be resharpened. I would watch him as he resharpened the types of knives he would use in cutting and slicing up the meat. He'll explained what each knife is use for, and the technique in using the knife. I never became involved as a butcher, but I appreciated my dad in sharing his trade with me. These stories are personal gems!
Beautiful of you to share this, Nick.
I love your reviews, but this talk speaks to me on another level. Feel free to do so again.
Remember that those dear to you are always ready to help, if you feel bad.
This goes for everyone.
Ain't heavy Nick, you're speaking truth. You've shown a sincere vulnerability, that's what makes a man a man. Keep rocking dude!
You are always full of surprises Nick. Thank you for sharing!
Not sure if you'll still see comments on this video, but I wanted to tell you that I appreciate it. It sounds like you had a similar relationship with your dad as I did with mine. I still struggle with how to feel about him, and this video helps to put things in perspective. People are too complicated to simply label as good, bad, or ugly. There is some of each to us all. Thanks for sharing this
Nick, thanks for taking the time to make this video. It reminded me of my own father and brought me to tears. As time passes, the good memories remain and the ugly ones will fade away. If anything, my father taught me to not be like him. Nick, please know that you are a great person and you are loved my friend. Now, go do what you do best and tell us what you really think about the Norseman!
Nick, I love your videos, you dont have to be right all the time. You are just one person in this world sharing your thoughts and being humble. Keep what you are doing. I have similar history with my father, but we rekindled and I will never let him go in my mind again. Hes an important part of me as well. I feel fortunate and will treasure all the moments together with him. You got some really wise words. I subbed in both my accounts, personal and work account :D
Just came across this by accident even though I have been enjoying your reviews for about a week. Never cried after watching a u tube video until today. In fact the last time I shed a tear was when the dog was very ill.
You woke a few paternal demons of my own. Time to review them and look in the mirror.
Of all the things I've seen on the internet this "takes the cake ".
Thank you from my heart.
You're very welcome.
I have to say that this is my favorite Nick video. A REAL gem.
Good for you for opening up Nick. It takes some amount of courage to let people in. Life is what you make of it. Fantastic videos sir!
Your dad taught you good life lessons. This video hits home, my father has good, bad, and ugly. To say that our relationship is strained is an understatement (monumental). He too has a love and need for tools, and passed it on. On a lighter note zip ties can be used a few times, when cutting a tie cut at the head to make a shortie tie. Many can be found during the course of the day, like pennies pick up shortie zip ties too.
This video encouraged me to spend some quality time with my old man today, so thanks for that, Nick.
I dread the day when he won't be here anymore.
Thank you nic my name is John and I have a very difficult relationship with my father this video put a few things in perspective for me thank you again
Thanks for posting this video Nick. It's a good word for us all especially in this day and age.
Nick: You have the ability to say words, or communicate thoughts that many of us feel, like w/ our fathers. Made me think about my father who died early, but as you said we lost him way before that...Thank you for putting those thoughts down on "paper" for us...
I'm here 2 years late but this video really came into my life at a good point. Thank you Nick.
Thanks Nick - for this, and all of your contributions to the community. I'm closing in on the fourth anniversary of losing my mom,, probably due to some of her own vices and missteps, and I appreciate the insight to look at the lessons she taught me - good, bad and ugly. Be well and know that your dad would be awfully proud of you.
I'm sorry for your loss. And thanks for the kind words.
WOW Nick! Thanks for sharing 'some wonderful things' from the heart and in memory of your Father,,,good stuff! For you, me and everyone else too.
Hello to you and to my fellow fans. FYI, this is my first time ever commenting on UA-cam. I was compelled because you really put your heart out there in this one. After discovering "The Nick" a couple weeks ago, I've enjoyed several of your reviews so far. I'm proud to say I ordered my first "real" knife this week (0452CF), largely due to your showcasing it and I'm VERY excited (arriving Monday). Ironically, my first folder was a Cryo, which I bought 6 months ago. Please have faith that your efforts to share your knowledge and humour are well respected and appreciated. All the best to you from your newest Canadian viewer.
+Bruce Banner Thanks muchly, Bruce! I'm glad you like the channel, because I wouldn't like you when you're angry. Appreciated!
So many of us have so much in common personally...
not much of it seen on UA-cam or content of any kind...
So it's easy to forget...
or maybe never even know...
that in many cases and ways...
we're more alike than it seems.
Thanks Nick.
I literally laugh from you (in a good way) at least once during every vid I've seen.
I smiled during this one. 🤙✌️
Exodus 20:12 is a beautiful thing. Really appreciate you sharing part of your life with us, Nick. The book of Job gives me solace. All of the terrible things that happened to him, he got up, tore his robe, shaved his head, fell to the ground in worship, saying,"Naked I came from my mother's womb, and naked I will depart. The LORD gave and the LORD has taken away; may the name of the LORD be praised." Amen.
God bless you and your family Nick.This video has been very insightful and deeply meaningful for every one of your viewers I believe.Lots of love and all the best from my family to yours.
I appreciate this video and I appreciate you.
Thankyou Nick for the heartfelt video, really makes you take a min to reflect on life.
Nick, much love brother, my dad an I were as adults best friends, he passed July 2 2015, I still reach for the phone from time to time, I have his weapons an his edc, I would take all the money in the world for them. Bless you sir!
Nick, i know this is one of your older videos but i just wanted to say thank you for the wise words about “healing” included at the end. I’ve been dealing with some stuff that has had a negative impact on my life and i really needed to hear your input on those things. Hope all is well!
A beautiful Video Mr Shabaz. Got me thinking of my Dad. Thank you for that.
There are things we carry with us everyday other than our gear. It's nice to hear someone talk about that. Great video.
Yep. It's very real. Hard to complain about a heavy pack when it's the lightest thing on your shoulders. Everybody's got something up there, but nobody sees it.
That SOG paratool is really good! Its blunt and needlenose at the same time as it functions in an angle too.
Thanks for sharing Nick. You are amazing. Keep pushing on mate. I can see all your good and the work you put into staying that way. All the way from Australia 🇦🇺
Thank you very much for sharing your personal life. With great respect to you and your father.