This Folding Knife is so good it's Literally illegal...But we couldnt resist.

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  • Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
  • Cold Steel makes some crazy knives... from machete's to katana's... and... to one of the biggest folders one can buy. The Espada XL in S35VN. This €650,- folder is a beast... so big and beasty actually that it's illegal in the Netherlands! But as DBK it is of course our duty to test this knife to it's limits and see if it is worth your money right!? So let's see if we can destroy this folder!!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 664

  • @Marc43666
    @Marc43666 2 роки тому +173

    "The discord member" (Me) is finally satisfied awsome boys 💪👏❤

    • @DutchBushcraftKnives
      @DutchBushcraftKnives  2 роки тому +17

      hahahahaha awesome to hear

    • @RadDadisRad
      @RadDadisRad 2 роки тому +5

      Thank you for this. I am a HUGE Espada enthusiast.

    • @BOOSTEDLASER
      @BOOSTEDLASER 2 роки тому +1

      @@DutchBushcraftKnives YO BIG M, I THOUGHT THIS WAS ABOUT KNIVES? AT THE LAST SECOND IT TURNED INTO THE GUN SHOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
      SEMPER FI
      GUNNY

    • @Lurifaks707
      @Lurifaks707 2 роки тому +1

      Not even on the discord anymore smh.. good reason for that tho lol

    • @FalkOutdoors
      @FalkOutdoors 2 роки тому

      ex discord member🤣

  • @DL-ij7tf
    @DL-ij7tf 2 роки тому +107

    I love how Cold Steel is the knife company to turn to when you want to just be ridiculous but also when you're actually serious. If I was going on a legit survival trip or something of the sort and was taking a folder it'd probably be either my American Lawman, my Code 4, or AD10.

    • @nasty98772
      @nasty98772 2 роки тому

      Which of the three would be most durable?

    • @DL-ij7tf
      @DL-ij7tf 2 роки тому +11

      @@nasty98772 Almost certainly the AD10 for overall comfort and strength. Its the largest and has full aluminum liners inside the G10. You can get a really solid grip, almost like a good fixed blade handle. The Code 4's handles are solid aluminum which is strong but the over knife profile is so thin that you won't be able to grip it as tightly (and it's painful to try) and they're slick. The Am. Lawman has G10. All have the same blade steel and are stout but the ranking would be the same. The Am. Lawman is the easiest to carry though I'd say. The AD10 is pretty big for pocket carry but doable. I daily carry my Code 4 since it's in the middle and the least expensive, I got it to not be shy about "abusing" it. Also it has a great spine for firesteels and scraping.

    • @nasty98772
      @nasty98772 2 роки тому +8

      @@DL-ij7tf thanks for the info. Was leaning towards ad10. Now I have to sneak it into edc rotation without my better half noticing another knife.

    • @justafloridamanfromthe75thRR
      @justafloridamanfromthe75thRR 2 роки тому +1

      *recon 1

    • @DL-ij7tf
      @DL-ij7tf 2 роки тому

      @@justafloridamanfromthe75thRR I don't have any of the Recon series. Almost pulled the trigger many times but I didn't feel like I'd use it much since they're pretty large and are known for tearing up pockets with the aggressive G10. Also I don't like how the choil area on the Recon handle is a big flat section. I'd prefer it be an actual choil like the Am. Lawman.

  • @redactedcanceledcensored6890
    @redactedcanceledcensored6890 2 роки тому +188

    I have always wondered how this would hold up. When law becomes tyranny, resistance becomes duty. Thanks guys.

    • @justafloridamanfromthe75thRR
      @justafloridamanfromthe75thRR 2 роки тому +11

      That's bullshit

    • @gaslampnation735
      @gaslampnation735 2 роки тому +26

      Interesting you say that. The Espada XL is a modern format of the Spanish Navaja. The Navaja was a knife carried by the peasant class because only royalty were allowed to carry swords. To even the playing field with some arrogant prince subjecting his serfs to his tyrannical whims, the Navaja’s were made ridiculous large. Humans are basically useless without their tools and naturally the tools are an extension of the human. It is only natural to defend ones life tooth and claw so to speak. It is another thing entirely to be subject to Institutional Violence. As Kung Fu Kane was taught when robbed on the darkened path with his master, some arrogance can not be tolerated.

    • @chemislife
      @chemislife 2 роки тому +5

      @@gaslampnation735 That is also not the only instance of the peasants getting crafty with knives. A german Messer was developed for the same reason. The awkward handle is because it had to have a handle of a knife in order to skirt the laws banning swords from the general public.

    • @NoMusicTheory
      @NoMusicTheory 2 роки тому +22

      @@justafloridamanfromthe75thRR not much of a florida man are you?

    • @gaslampnation735
      @gaslampnation735 2 роки тому +3

      ​@@chemislife Thank you for the history. I heard the Saxon's who wore the seax on their hip constantly used it to not only reap a harvest but have a weapon at a moments notice should marauders come rolling through. interestingly in their culture you could differentiate between a slave and a free man based of weather they were carrying a seax. but even when folks are totally oppressed they make due in numbers. the greatest weapon of mass destruction in its day was the war scythe. just a reaper Sycle pointed up instead of a hook. check out the old paintings. a ghastly sight. they tried to outlaw those too. you can have it but it cant point up... all this sounds too familiar...

  • @ssunfish
    @ssunfish 2 роки тому +36

    SO! My Dutch uncles got themselves a knife I had admired for YEARS! IM not surprised, after you managed to secure thousands in Rocksted knives! Good on you! A real pocket sword!

  • @dlrmon1
    @dlrmon1 2 роки тому +80

    Ouch! That’s costly...it’s been a few years but I think I paid $230ish US. And yes, in my neck of the woods not only can I own it...I can legally carry it...last I checked anyway. Keep it Hidden Wooden Boys...

    • @RadDadisRad
      @RadDadisRad 2 роки тому +5

      Not true about the cost because they have released 3 different polished XL Espadas. The 62NX which is Aus8, 62NCX which is CTS-XHP, 62MA in’s S35VN. The Aus8 blade is the cheapest to purchase on the secondary market with the CTS-XHP one being the most expensive on the secondary market.

    • @dlrmon1
      @dlrmon1 2 роки тому +8

      Just shopped around...you can buy it new now for $290. And yes, I have the Large version in XHP also. And Yes, I purchased the XL S35vn version in 2019 for $230ish New...

    • @donjuanmckenzie4897
      @donjuanmckenzie4897 2 роки тому +2

      @@dlrmon1 Americans get the best pricing

    • @eliteknowledge7298
      @eliteknowledge7298 Рік тому +4

      @@donjuanmckenzie4897 exactly, you cant compare the price of an American made knife in the US to the price in Europe.
      Everybody would understand that but an American 😅🤦‍♂️

    • @zeuqramjj2002
      @zeuqramjj2002 Рік тому

      But was it S35VN or aus8? Because the Amazon had em at 3 for the S35VN.

  • @mossfett3563
    @mossfett3563 2 роки тому +22

    As a Dutchman living in Texas this brings a smile to my face. Owning the Espada XL, Rajah II, Z-max and AD10 folder I can only tribute to the build quality of these folders. I carry the Rajah II on a daily basis. Sometimes I will take the Espada XL. Because I can . I was sold on CS knives ever since I got my Gurkha Kukri in 1095 steel in the early 90-ies. The collection has only grown ever since. I agree with a lot of folks on here. Test the Rajah II next time. Groeten uit Houston mannen! Ga zo door.

    • @meccagold2009
      @meccagold2009 7 місяців тому

      The big rajah is definitely easier to carry than this. I have three. They’re the ultimate end of the world knife and the best outdoor folder in my opinion.

    • @adods9824
      @adods9824 6 місяців тому

      XL Voyager Vaquero serrated. 10/10!

  • @MrCander000
    @MrCander000 2 роки тому +41

    The large Espada is surprisingly easy to carry in the pocket. I carried mine a few times just to freak out my friends.

    • @robinhardwood1593
      @robinhardwood1593 2 роки тому +1

      I noticed the same with my Large Espada 👍

    • @Baruch-Hashem
      @Baruch-Hashem 2 роки тому +6

      Espada XL, so rediculous and excellent, it is a collector must have IMHO

    • @RedShiftedDollar
      @RedShiftedDollar 2 роки тому +2

      The XL Espada is surprisingly easy to carry too.

    • @unclescipio3136
      @unclescipio3136 2 роки тому

      How big are your pockets???

    • @RedShiftedDollar
      @RedShiftedDollar 2 роки тому +2

      @@unclescipio3136 Normal Levi’s jeans pocket can carry. The handle does stick out from the clip up though.

  • @sethpyles9952
    @sethpyles9952 2 роки тому +16

    You two are the greatest knife reviewers of all time. Keep up the great work. You make owning knives so satisfying.

  • @richardhenry1969
    @richardhenry1969 2 роки тому +37

    I personally like the G10 version. Mostly because I'm lefthanded.
    I carried the large G10 version for years only stopped because my model is not replaceable. I have the xhp version.
    Coldsteel makes the best folders on the market.

    • @sticksnstonespatriot1728
      @sticksnstonespatriot1728 2 роки тому +1

      I agree...Cold Steel are the only folders i buy/use.
      Now the fixed blades i use are Verustaleka and BPS for more budget...and William Collins for a grail knife...
      The only fixed blade i have from Cold Steel is the Finn Hawk. And i do like it.

  • @tomfury6276
    @tomfury6276 2 роки тому +10

    That’s a 10/10, do you ever give tens? That knife is the greatest! CS is the best!
    That knife is for men, that’s why it’s illegal in the Netherworld!

  • @GOxHAM
    @GOxHAM 2 роки тому +8

    That new camera of yours really shows a huge difference. So glad you guys invested in that!
    I love Cold Steel, that knife is the epitome of their triad lock folders. An absolutely must have for any folder collector. I own the cheaper g10 version with aus10a

  • @LordTywinLannistertheBased
    @LordTywinLannistertheBased 2 роки тому +6

    This is Lynn Thompson's legacy alive.

  • @kongandbasses8732
    @kongandbasses8732 2 роки тому +33

    Just one short sentence:
    This is why I love the large Cold Steel folders.
    From The first Vaquero Grande I have vor more than 30 years to the Voyager XL in Clip Point, the Rajah II and my dream knife, the Espada XL G 10, I love all this ridiculous knives.
    I am a big guy, so they do not look extraordinary "big" when I carry them.
    They are not illegal in Germany, but you are not allowed to carry them.
    But the Police never said a word when they saw my knives.
    It must have to do something with my friendly, calm personality....
    #22aday
    Stay safe everybody, and stay blessed.
    Greetings from Germany!

    • @sticksnstonespatriot1728
      @sticksnstonespatriot1728 2 роки тому +2

      Rajah 2 is my every day carry knife...
      Im getting the Voyager XL Drop Point for Christmas...
      And my dream knife is the Talwar XL

    • @kongandbasses8732
      @kongandbasses8732 2 роки тому +3

      @@sticksnstonespatriot1728
      You are right, the Talwar XL is a gorgeous knife.
      Maybe I'll have the Rajah II in my hands long before ihr Espada XL. Just because the Espada XL is quite expensive in Germany, even the AUS 10A version.
      We will see.

    • @junichiroyamashita
      @junichiroyamashita 2 роки тому +2

      What is the carry law in Germany?

    • @myfatassdick
      @myfatassdick 2 роки тому +1

      SticksNStonesPatRiot I wanted a talwar back in 2016 or 2017 but they were already discontinued so I went with the voyager XL tanto instead
      I was never a knife guy I just wanted a good knife that’ll last forever
      The voyager ended up being so good I bought an AD-10 and then the talwar when it finally came back after I voted for it on cold steels channel and would upvote like 100 comments a day to make sure it wins
      Glad I could help bring back the knife and maybe one day you can get it too because damn it’s so nice
      I payed $163 US on amazon for the talwar and $118 for the AD-10

    • @kongandbasses8732
      @kongandbasses8732 2 роки тому

      @@junichiroyamashita
      This is quite complicated, with a lots of exceptions.
      General rule says: 12 cm blade length max, no one handed folders, no double edged daggers. No concealed carry, knives longer than 12 cm have to be carried in an enclosure if you want to go to crowded aereas. Let's say, no Bowie knife on your belt if you go grocery shopping in the supermarket. But having the knife in a Rucksack makes it OK.
      For the blade length there are so much exceptions like fotoshooting, knives you use for work, hunting, regional customs and my favorite, the "cause of general use". Like when I go for walk in the forrest with my dog, and I want to cut a stick for the good boy, or if I intend to eat an apple and cutting it into slices before eating, I am allowed to carry literally everything, but no daggers and one hand opening folders.
      For one hand opening folders I just dismount the thumbstuds, and everything is fine and lawful.
      The officials state that the law is not to punish serious knive users, but to give the authorities something that they are able to confiscate knives from people with "bad intention".
      By the way, knives are not seen as weapons but as tools, so they do not fall under weapons law.
      Machetes are under no restriction whatsoever. You are free to carry them.

  • @natek1993
    @natek1993 2 роки тому +7

    Absolute incredible work DBK. Y'all are savages just like Lynn Thompson and the Espada XL Truly the best shots and film work in the biz. Keep killing it boys. Appreciate the weekly entertainment. Have a good one.

  • @vitalguillin1177
    @vitalguillin1177 2 роки тому +2

    In France, you can own it, but not carry it, or even have it in your car...Some prawl France is (or was) tha country of freedom...I'm a 60 ' old rockman, and i can tell you that's full bullshit, lol...It's almost became the opposite...And not just for weaponery concern...! Your channel is really good, funny, serious too...and you guys are surely a big fresh air in the knife world!!! Big up!!! I own the "large" espada (ordned to Amazon USA) got it in less than a week...!!! But, i can just have it in my home, anyway, it was only for the beauty of the object...

  • @StrangerOman
    @StrangerOman 2 роки тому +3

    Ah yes... Espada. I saw XL at knife exhibitions one time. The price was not only ridiculous at a time (now it's even worse). And it's illegal in Russia (though the seller was trying to convince me otherwise). But eventually, I bought the L version. And it's great. :) This knife is a beast, I unironically EDC it for a few days. But my leg sweated a lot with such a big banana in my pocket, lmao. I thought about buying specially designed aftermarket holsters for Espada, but now it's just in my collection. And I think it's the best knife in my collection. After seeing DBK tests, I'm convinced 100% of it. :)

  • @pistolpete4991
    @pistolpete4991 2 роки тому +5

    I love cold steel! Never been disappointed with any of their high end blades! Crazy strong 💪🏼

  • @DeathHugZ
    @DeathHugZ 22 дні тому +1

    "Stupidly good" is exactly how I would describe Cold Steel products. I just got my Espada large and I love it.

  • @TheTl33
    @TheTl33 2 роки тому +5

    I keep the g10, aus10a version in my truck for bush clearing, limb chopping. Amazing knife and the aus10a is a breeze to sharpen

    • @Lurifaks707
      @Lurifaks707 2 роки тому

      why... not just have an axe in the truck

    • @TheTl33
      @TheTl33 2 роки тому +3

      @@Lurifaks707 this fits perfect under my center arm rest. And I’m not cutting down trees with it. lol. It’s doing more machete style work. But this is more compact and honestly just fun

    • @jdseams
      @jdseams 2 роки тому

      Have this in S35
      Love it so much I want an aus 10 cheaper version. Too bad they're sold out....

    • @TheTl33
      @TheTl33 2 роки тому +1

      @@jdseams I hope you see this in time but Blade HQ has the g10 back in stock and priced at $180. Not terrible. Not amazing either

  • @BraxxJuventa
    @BraxxJuventa 2 роки тому +11

    Cold Steel makes great knives. I enjoy the Code 4 very much! 👍😁

  • @ClemonsHuntclub876
    @ClemonsHuntclub876 7 місяців тому +1

    I didn't know you guys had such a great channel, I'm bing watching your vids, oh love Cold Steel.

  • @Ztonken92
    @Ztonken92 2 роки тому +7

    Cold steel folders are hard to beat. If you want to try a more "reasonable" mega folder, then the Cold steel hold out 6 inch is amazing.

  • @saltyguerrilla
    @saltyguerrilla Рік тому +1

    I’m currently building my Cold Steel collection. I carry an XL serrated Tanto voyager daily and I never feel I’ll prepared for a sword fight. The XL & large Espada are next. Cold steel simply reigns supreme.

  • @realbroggo
    @realbroggo 2 роки тому +56

    It's ugly but you can't deny how tough this monster is. Lynn Thompson knows how to make a knife - I love that it has a pocket clip. Also, we can't forget Andrew Demko for designing the triad lock - most locks would not have survived this. Finally I'm Australian and after hearing you do the famous Crocodile Dundee quote I laughed so hard I fell of my chair - awesome. On the bright side, at least your australian is better than my dutch!

    • @John-mf6ky
      @John-mf6ky Рік тому +4

      It's honestly a pretty good looking knife in my opinion. It's based of traditional Spanish navaja knives. Which where actually used for fighting

    • @spectermad9180
      @spectermad9180 Рік тому +1

      What are you talking About this is Cool looking Knife...it looks better the the Kitchen Knive or should I say Bushcraft knives

    • @christoforospilitsis541
      @christoforospilitsis541 Рік тому +1

      You fell out your chair?

  • @GunGuy258
    @GunGuy258 Рік тому +1

    I have the large Espada, the XL is insanely huge.
    One of the most beautiful folding knives ever made.

  • @robinhardwood1593
    @robinhardwood1593 2 роки тому +8

    Yeeeeesssss, finally! I still own the Large Espada in XHP with G10 handles and I'm amazed how well it carries inside a regular front pocket. I doubt that this works with the XL version though 😅

    • @robinhardwood1593
      @robinhardwood1593 2 роки тому

      Oh wow! 😂

    • @hachimanjiro
      @hachimanjiro 2 роки тому

      Yeah I got one of them with the g10 & aluminium handle and an XL with s35vn blade great knives

  • @minnesotabasshound429
    @minnesotabasshound429 2 роки тому +1

    Lynn Thompson jumps in the comments......"I've killed an elephant with that knife alone"

  • @maxlvledc
    @maxlvledc 2 роки тому +3

    This channel keeps getting better and better.

  • @lucashornbrook78
    @lucashornbrook78 2 роки тому +11

    Cold steel is a truly good knife company. You guys should try out the new 3V laredo bowie! or the Natchez bowie in 3v!

  • @brandonhampton3533
    @brandonhampton3533 2 роки тому +23

    I'm really impressed by cold steel knives despite thier cringey marketing. They make good knives. Sharpest knives I've ever gotten from factory

    • @Freakmaster480
      @Freakmaster480 2 роки тому

      The evolution of coldsteel from mallninja stuff to kinda gimmicky, but legitimately high quality tools is fascinating.

  • @sigiligus
    @sigiligus Рік тому

    You can question the practicality and usefulness, but you cannot question the quality of Cold Steel's products. It's like a normal guy owning a tank. You don't need nor will ever seriously use a tank, but it's still a tank.

  • @Supraman7777
    @Supraman7777 2 роки тому +4

    Love your videos!! I have had this knife for many years and I loooooove it!! Great job testing this incredible knife!! Thanks for the wonderful content! I look forward to your videos each day 😊

  • @ActualSighs
    @ActualSighs 2 роки тому +2

    Don't forget that you can deploy one-handed from the pocket like the Emerson wave. Or, flip it out with the weight of the blade.

  • @brianlakwaz2825
    @brianlakwaz2825 2 роки тому +1

    I have a friend who’s fairly tall and can daily carry this in his front pocket which he does all year round, he was involved in a motorcycle accident (he’s fully recovered) and he slid on this knife which ground the pocket clip right off, and it’s still held up perfectly fine otherwise and he still carries it to the day.

  • @sharpandstabby2690
    @sharpandstabby2690 2 роки тому +4

    The one time Mikkie actually gets a fire going....I think Marten might have sabotaged the camera on purpose 🤔 Cheers and Merry Christmas you crazy bastards!

  • @nevillesavage2012
    @nevillesavage2012 2 роки тому +3

    Cold Steel EARNS My Money

  • @cyantadeo975
    @cyantadeo975 2 роки тому +4

    And people will still bash cold steel even though they’ve proven over and over their capabilities in both the higher and lower end folders, I had two swiss army knives growing up and long story short I never liked them so when I started working I bought a luzon (the small one) and I beat the crap out of it, I even cut a pvc pipe with it🤣 after that I got a voyager clip point which I also loved but I ended up gifting it to a friend but that thing took a beating and after I sharpened it at a lower angle it made good feather sticks, I’ve used it as a flathead screwdriver, pry bar etc now I have a leatherman p4 and a spyderco delica and the spyderco looks beautiful and it has a great finish but it is small, there’s some wiggle in the blade, the steel is decent if you sharpen it at a lower angle but I wouldn’t trust my life on it and I know I can’t abuse it like my cold steels. I’m planning on getting the kris voyager for purely self defense and a vaquero xl

    • @redactedcanceledcensored6890
      @redactedcanceledcensored6890 2 роки тому +1

      I have a large Luzon and I think the tip is weak. Otherwise it's enough for light bushcraft occasionally. My 4 years old Delica has no wiggle by the way.

    • @cyantadeo975
      @cyantadeo975 2 роки тому

      @@redactedcanceledcensored6890 I threw my luzon at trees a lot of times and it actually took some time for the tip to broke off

  • @scatj20
    @scatj20 2 роки тому +1

    Lynn Thompson and Stick would be proud of you boys, brings a tear to my eye

  • @bjenns_skog
    @bjenns_skog Рік тому

    It looks like a prop for a movie about a dystopian future that was made in 1979. There is a zero percent chance that I would buy one, but it is fun to see you run around the woods with it. Sometimes I get the feeling that when you were 5 years old, your parents told you to "Ga naar buiten en speel", and you just never stopped.

  • @muskyman1018
    @muskyman1018 11 місяців тому

    Gotta love that it has a pocket clip! There’s a guy in the states that makes nice leather scout sheaths for them too.

  • @rowgler1
    @rowgler1 11 місяців тому

    It's based on the Spanish Navaja a classic large folding knife. Traditional versions 'Click' when they open, there is a ratcheted locking mechanism. Cold Steel made it quiet and strong.

  • @nerdskiii
    @nerdskiii 2 роки тому +2

    that google search made me laugh so much

  • @Kleiner_Lutz
    @Kleiner_Lutz 2 роки тому +1

    "You call that a knife? THAT is a knife"
    "Uhm.... that's a spoon"
    "Ah, I see you played knifey-spooney before..."

  • @karrawr9538
    @karrawr9538 2 роки тому +2

    The skits you two do in your videos are amazing. Stay awesome!

  • @wilowhisp
    @wilowhisp Рік тому

    I own the Espada XL and always take it hiking and camping. My friends think I'm crazy! But I swear it does everything my small knives and big knives can, and it fits in my hiking pants pocket.

  • @lucat.1918
    @lucat.1918 2 роки тому +4

    Cold steel makes a cheaper version of the espada xl with g10 handles and aus 10a steel if you are interested. It would be interesting to compare them and see if it holds up as well as that one did.

    • @MP-oj6zo
      @MP-oj6zo 2 роки тому

      edge retention is weaker, but 10a dsnt chip like this one.

  • @Polarbear-nq9nd
    @Polarbear-nq9nd 2 місяці тому +1

    Switzerland FTW when it comes to knife and gun laws

  • @rosscurran5650
    @rosscurran5650 2 роки тому +1

    I live in the UK and I have the g10 version, not illegal to own but highly illegal to carry. In the UK you can only carry a non locking 3 inch blade. Legally of course

    • @naleenperera9902
      @naleenperera9902 2 роки тому

      Have the large and XL g 10s,but illegal to go out with them unless camping.

  • @billandrews
    @billandrews 2 роки тому +1

    The AD10s bigger Brother! And you know what a great folder that was.
    Build a Leanto with a tarp guys.

  • @douglasreed9237
    @douglasreed9237 Рік тому +3

    I have this knife and the large model as well. Great knives. Thanks for the crazy review.👍 Not so sure about it being a bushcraft oriented knife but for self defense that is where it would shine. Maybe in the woods fighting off wild predators also. I love big folders and have other XL Cold Steel folders too. I edc some of them. 😄

  • @tolerhousecookies69
    @tolerhousecookies69 2 роки тому +6

    The cold still XL espada is an awesome giant pocket knife I've seen a lot of videos of it taking a lot of beatings especially splitting wood I even used mine to cut a small little green tree out of my way dude that my knife cut through that like butter so quick cuz I was clearing a small trail behind a fence up on a hill where there was a neighborhood and stuff a lady paid me $100 to clear a pathway beyond other side of her fence so yeah I took care of that with just my giant pocket knife my cold steel XL espada is a pretty good handing big knife like I took this knife with me everywhere and so far nothing really has happened to me you know in self-defense wise

  • @sherlockbatmanholmes892
    @sherlockbatmanholmes892 2 роки тому +3

    Next could you guys try out an Italian stiletto switchblade. It would be neat to see how well one holds up since they are not super hard use knives

  • @jonnyboat2
    @jonnyboat2 2 роки тому +13

    You might regret peeling that protective tape off of the bolster. Those bolsters are polished aluminum and scratch by breathing on them. They scratch super easy.

    • @RadDadisRad
      @RadDadisRad 2 роки тому +5

      They scratch twice when you look at them. They double scratch when you do a double take to see if that was a scratch.

    • @Lurifaks707
      @Lurifaks707 2 роки тому +6

      I mean they shot the bolster

    • @MrJakedog104
      @MrJakedog104 2 роки тому +5

      They scratch REALLY easy when you shoot them with an air rifle

    • @sweetdrahthaar7951
      @sweetdrahthaar7951 2 роки тому +1

      @@RadDadisRad If you sneeze on those bolsters they’re trashed

    • @idiot1jerk2face3
      @idiot1jerk2face3 2 роки тому +8

      They literally shot it like 3 times and threw it in a bush... I don't think they care about scratching.

  • @alvaro7765
    @alvaro7765 Рік тому

    The knife was inspired by "navajas" from the south of Spain specially from Albacete this is why it is called Espada which is means sword in spanish

  • @jasonmiller9495
    @jasonmiller9495 2 роки тому +1

    Cold steels mid tear knives are the best on the market in my opinion. I either carry my AD 10 or my AD 15 everyday. Love both of those knives

  • @SsgtHolland
    @SsgtHolland 2 роки тому

    DBK: batons an Espada XL
    Lynn: furiously chokes on his pork chop

  • @Agent_Orange_Peel
    @Agent_Orange_Peel 2 роки тому +1

    Nice to see Cold Steel still killing it. Lynn Thompson is the man.

    • @couchcamperTM
      @couchcamperTM 2 роки тому

      only one problem: Lynn sold CS to a company that doesn't care if they sell knives or liver pate. CS is not what it used to be and will never be again. Just a brand with a great reputation from the past... We can be glad if the new owners keep these special blades in the catalogue. If we get very lucky, CS will not become the next Gerber (remember, the company which built great knives in the... 70s...)

    • @sticksnstonespatriot1728
      @sticksnstonespatriot1728 2 роки тому

      @@couchcamperTM Yes. I hate the new owner. The spokesperson,
      "Stticks", is a douche

    • @couchcamperTM
      @couchcamperTM 2 роки тому

      @@sticksnstonespatriot1728 ;-)

  • @LordEagle
    @LordEagle 2 роки тому +2

    I have this knife. It cuts me more than any other knife I own. IT'S FANTASTIC,,,,I love it. 💥👍💥😎

  • @badas45
    @badas45 2 роки тому +3

    It is not the obligation of a free man to comply with unjust laws

    • @naleenperera9902
      @naleenperera9902 2 роки тому

      😇🤩

    • @santiagoiglesiasgarcia9807
      @santiagoiglesiasgarcia9807 11 місяців тому +1

      Problem is, every person has his own sense of justice..., and that often leads to anarchy if not controlled. Which ends with overregulation and so on. Where is the limit for freedom and security?

    • @TrevorSchneider
      @TrevorSchneider 6 місяців тому

      Yes but have you been to prison.

  • @rolandemilkautzky
    @rolandemilkautzky Рік тому

    Here in Hungary, the maximum that can be legally carried is an 8 cm blade. A knife with a blade this big would put me in prison for 100 years! 😂😂😂 You guys are so good, I love your videos! Keep it up! 🙂✌️

  • @MrSzundaraj
    @MrSzundaraj 2 роки тому +1

    thanks for reminding me how much i regret selling my g10 version...

  • @somaloignoto2988
    @somaloignoto2988 2 роки тому

    That's why I have it and I won't let go ever, this is not a woods knife, it's a luxury fighting knife

  • @mattkandel2449
    @mattkandel2449 2 роки тому

    Lynn Thompson watched this video and wondered why you were taking it do easy on the knife!

  • @DIRager
    @DIRager 2 роки тому

    The bush where mikkie pissed is where all the fallen knives are laying

  • @TheMobster450
    @TheMobster450 2 роки тому +1

    Please demonstrate how you use the workshop to sharpen the damage

  • @coryames1170
    @coryames1170 2 роки тому +1

    The world will be a sadder place when Lynn Thompson passes.

  • @greenman5255
    @greenman5255 2 роки тому +1

    This is a scary and sad video, because I just learned that you can be arrested for having that knife at your own home. May God have mercy on you.

  • @bryanwalter5752
    @bryanwalter5752 2 роки тому +1

    & I like the personal music! I'm an old punk at heart.

  • @alpine1600s
    @alpine1600s 2 роки тому +1

    The G-10 AUS-10a Espada XL is just as legendary.

  • @sodalines
    @sodalines 3 дні тому

    i worked in the netherlands in 2021 for a year doing firearm training. The officers do not care about pocket knives no matter the size. Just dont play with them and use them when you should or have to.

  • @eamon980
    @eamon980 2 роки тому +1

    I got 1 my self sits next to a knife which I’m gonna recommend to you lads. You gotta try the rajah 2

  • @Mark008able
    @Mark008able Рік тому

    There's no better example of the slippery slope than this; first they make knives illegal, then they make farms and food illegal lol. Great knife though!

  • @nevillesavage2012
    @nevillesavage2012 2 роки тому +1

    We want an ALL Dutch Episode!!! Thumbs up for this!!!

  • @nunninkav
    @nunninkav 2 роки тому

    My folders watched this and now they all need counseling, they feel... inadequate.

  • @dick_richards
    @dick_richards 2 роки тому

    Lol. Where have you guy's been?? You just bought this now????
    It is the best lock, by far.

  • @Shastavalleyoutdoorsman
    @Shastavalleyoutdoorsman 2 роки тому

    You know what money well spent Cold steel. Until I saw this review I kind of thought that thing was ridiculous. now I want one.

  • @c.r.b.6971
    @c.r.b.6971 2 роки тому

    I own both Espada’s the XL and the smaller one the large Espada since I live in Florida we have no restrictions on what we carry as long as it’s not concealed if you carry concealed the blade must be 4” or under to be legal to carry. I don’t use or carry either one they are still new in the box and I predict the values to increase on both especially after your great video. I could not believe you actually did a video on a knife I own and it proved it’s self to be such a great knife. They are becoming harder to find even the all G-10 version both of mine are the 7075 Aluminum frames so they are the same as the one you tested. I carry a custom Todd Begg Glimpse in CTS-204P steel and a titanium frame lock it’s value is about the same as a Rockstead folder but I’ve carried mine since it was new made back in 2018 so I paid much less for it. Thanks for the great video.

  • @wizzturk3872
    @wizzturk3872 2 роки тому +3

    All the cold steel knives are that tough you guys should do some more views on them

  • @jamesmiddleton6464
    @jamesmiddleton6464 2 роки тому +1

    This has been a grail knife for me since it was first made. I couldn't help but wince when you batoned on the steel barrel.

  • @robertthompsonii6657
    @robertthompsonii6657 2 роки тому +1

    Mickeys intro was great! Being from Texas it was hilarious! The intro that followed is due for a bad ass upgrade!

    • @DutchBushcraftKnives
      @DutchBushcraftKnives  2 роки тому +1

      Hahahahahaha thanks mate!
      That intro is 4 years old! It really should be better..

    • @robertthompsonii6657
      @robertthompsonii6657 2 роки тому

      @@DutchBushcraftKnives I know right lol! I’ve been watching for a while so it’s classic for most of us! But something with those new cameras would look dope as hell!

    • @Aurelius_01
      @Aurelius_01 2 роки тому

      @@DutchBushcraftKnives it’s perfect as it is

  • @Nick-lm5lz
    @Nick-lm5lz 2 роки тому +1

    I love Cold Steel knives

  • @jwfisher08
    @jwfisher08 2 роки тому +2

    Here in FL, we can carry lots of things. Great videos, guys. Love your work.

    • @scootermcgee8064
      @scootermcgee8064 Рік тому

      I think it’s funny that(at least when I looked into it) one in Florida can only carry an automatic knife with a CCW permit.
      My tiny Boker AK-47 auto is a more dangerous weapon than the Espada

  • @andrewtucker7990
    @andrewtucker7990 2 роки тому

    I love this knife. I own one. So glad it's not illegal where I'm from. The lock is strong as hell, made from great steel. I've used mine pretty hard but damn sure not gonna abuse it.
    Cold steel makes some high quality knives, axes, hatchets, swords, etc.

  • @Dudemania3000
    @Dudemania3000 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome review guys, I'm lucky enough to own this knife and it G10 brother !!!

  • @TheHaughtyOsprey
    @TheHaughtyOsprey 2 роки тому

    Every time I get on UA-cam I'm reminded of how blessed I am to live in Florida. I collect knives and swords, and I've worn my swords around town a few times. It's legal to open carry black powder pistols here as well. You can do some serious Halloween costumes here. My kids have their own rifles, machetes, bows etc (16yo boy/8yo girl) and are youth organizations that use them as well. I truly hope that you guys, and everyone else, get to live in a free world someday. Florida has its share if ridiculous laws, but I feel like we're the most fortunate people in the entire world right now. Subscribed.

  • @coldstiil
    @coldstiil 5 місяців тому

    Grown ups making expensive knife destruction videos. I luv it. Tanx know I have to put the Espada XL on the list to Santa.

  • @danielcrutchley4858
    @danielcrutchley4858 5 місяців тому

    got a couple of cold steel knives. Absolutely bombproof

  • @jacklowe9017
    @jacklowe9017 5 місяців тому

    Its funny how a folding knife with a 7.5 inch blade can be illegal, while a fixed blade knife with the same sized blade is often legal in most areas.

  • @herrjott9389
    @herrjott9389 2 роки тому

    it is a fighting knife, it should stab right and slice right, it does and hasthe best lock as bonus. legendary piece.

  • @frank2067
    @frank2067 2 роки тому

    This is the best espada review I’ve seen, it’s surprising to see how buttery smooth feathersticking and firemaking was

  • @topolino_0094
    @topolino_0094 2 роки тому +1

    In Germany one-hand opening folders are illegal, but we can carry a blade up to 12cm - halt mich fest! :-D

    • @Martin.Krischik
      @Martin.Krischik 2 роки тому

      Fixed blade up to 12 cm - no restrictions on the length for a folder. So you can carry Cold Steel Espada XL.
      Also you can have one hand open - but then the blade must not lock. You can choose one but not both.

    • @Dhari1
      @Dhari1 2 роки тому

      @@Martin.Krischik Your second sentence is (part of) the reason your first doesn't make sense. You're generally not allowed to carry the Espada in Germany. Because it's both one hand opening and locking.

    • @Martin.Krischik
      @Martin.Krischik 2 роки тому

      @@Dhari1 if you ever wondered why thumb studs (or disks) are screwed in: that's the reason. 😉 remove disk and it's not one hand any more.

  • @Priapos93
    @Priapos93 7 місяців тому

    This knife is taking me all kinds of places

  • @charlesdeshler202
    @charlesdeshler202 Рік тому

    I love those big cold steel knives

  • @user-qk1cx6gs2z
    @user-qk1cx6gs2z 14 днів тому

    - Back before "Cold Steel" became hot shit, this folding sword was without peer.

  • @NoBrakes23
    @NoBrakes23 Рік тому

    This reminds me of US car videos that say, "Filmed in Mexico," to avoid legal issues.

  • @KingKiavash
    @KingKiavash 2 роки тому +1

    The test results are crazy.

  • @slaffkoAS
    @slaffkoAS 2 роки тому

    If you like big folders I would recomend Cold Steel Luzon. I bought it as a joke becouse o the size and good price, but I love it. I have it everyday with me. Great size for a pocket knife. It make me smile everytime I open it.

  • @mattpaisley8706
    @mattpaisley8706 2 роки тому +1

    You boys should test OTF knives to see which one will work for bushcraft

  • @IIRiPPII
    @IIRiPPII Рік тому

    I am an Aussie and have to say u started off aussie but yeah ended up scottish lmao luv ur vids boys

  • @imanshuhairi
    @imanshuhairi 2 роки тому +1

    Its so sick its illegal. By the way im so happy to get to see your face again. Been waiting for this since 3 days ago. 4:47 sounds like "farrttt" 😂