Oz Machine Co. Roosevelt- Let’s dig deep. Plus value discussion

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  • Опубліковано 15 лис 2024

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  • @paddyspotatopeelers2154
    @paddyspotatopeelers2154 2 роки тому +9

    Thank you Jim that was genuinely one of the most comprehensive, informative, knife reviews I've had the pleasure of watching.great advice for the newer and older collector of mid tech knives.atb paddy 😀 ☘️👍

  • @workinhard23
    @workinhard23 6 місяців тому +2

    Dude! Finally someone explained the secondary perfectly! I have never made money-just enjoy making connections. BUT you're not wrong-100$ is my max. After that I'm like hey ill do without before I vote to support the flippers. Great video!!

  • @davidmarshall7752
    @davidmarshall7752 2 роки тому +2

    For me, a perfect pocketknife, no ifs ands or buts: it is the *first high-end knife I have ever been moved to carry and use regularly,* and I've been collecting for forty years. It actually reminds me of my Jeremy Robertson *el Patron* just better-ground, lighter, more comfy in pocket & hand, and much easier to get (believe it or not). The only thing I'd like to see is a somewhat smaller version...but *God it's good* --- the double detente, a clip that's secure in pocket but melts into the hand, *ingenious* finger choil, and the *attention to detail.* What a knife !

  • @diablogt90
    @diablogt90 2 роки тому +8

    I went for a rosie at blade show on a whim, ended up getting the second to last one. It has become one of my favorite knives and really surprised me. I paid 750 table for it and was offered 1700 for it and turned down the offer I like it so much!

    • @tyarnold4088
      @tyarnold4088 6 місяців тому +1

      Damn. That's a bold statement.

  • @oscarsouthbloom1630
    @oscarsouthbloom1630 2 роки тому +5

    When I first saw this knife I immediately thought, "I have to have it!" The only reason being that Oz has been my nickname my entire life. Then I saw what they are actually selling for second hand... the novelty of a nickname isn't worth that to me.

  • @DEATHMETALRUST
    @DEATHMETALRUST 2 роки тому +6

    I waited 2 or so years for a TRM Atom because I wouldn’t pay over retail for it. Gonna do the same with the Roosevelt. I would love one but not for over maker price.

  • @jlinda977
    @jlinda977 2 роки тому

    I’m that guy who payed over table. I’m not mad at all. Good job Jim this is the best review on UA-cam. 💯

  • @JakeFerrin
    @JakeFerrin 2 роки тому +1

    I love my Rosie, I've got the dark stonewashed golf putter, but I can't rest until I get one of these silver bullets. They look so good.

  • @conquest911
    @conquest911 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the awsome review. Very informative! Will not pay over table for it after watching this video. Thanks again

  • @kevinlynch3588
    @kevinlynch3588 2 роки тому +3

    Two things that would improve the looks, being nit picked, would be matching milling on the clip and an internal lock bar cutout

    • @davidmarshall7752
      @davidmarshall7752 2 роки тому

      Good calls, what about hidden screws... and I don't miss a lanyard hole.

  • @shaunharrison9618
    @shaunharrison9618 2 роки тому +1

    I was able to get number 696 at Atlanta Blade Show this year. I paid $960 table price but mine has the Zircuti backspacer and clip. It is one of my favorite knives in my collection and don't see myself ever selling it even for double the price.

  • @everythingsharp
    @everythingsharp 7 місяців тому +1

    The new Koenig Arius is going for $990-$1000 in carbon fiber…. now is that worth it?

  • @tylergirouard8395
    @tylergirouard8395 2 роки тому

    Radial is the config you commented that you like.
    I Learned a lot, Unfortunately I’ve been that guy that’s made moves in poor taste and have since changed my style. Great video with lots of insight.

  • @georgecostanza2695
    @georgecostanza2695 Рік тому

    I agree with your critique of the frame design. The offset pivot doesn’t bother me too much but to my eye, that rearward lean almost evokes a sense of misalignment.

  • @bawhite125
    @bawhite125 Рік тому

    Jim has the greatest announcers a voice ever. He sounds almost exactly like Mike Rowe.

  • @brian_watson
    @brian_watson 2 роки тому

    I just picked up an Alliance Designs Kraken by Mathew Christiansen. And love it. Some how I got a lotto spot and got myself a Rosie this week. The Rosie is so far and away better I can’t even describe it. Absolutely worth every bit of the $750.

  • @lord.needham
    @lord.needham 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video Jim.

  • @Din4747
    @Din4747 2 роки тому +3

    I love it Jim .I have one , but it is a frame lock spyderco native 5 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  2 роки тому +1

      Ohhh so not even close LOL

    • @Din4747
      @Din4747 2 роки тому

      @@JimSkeltonKnives lmfao Jim that’s what people tell me , great knife great quality but I’m also more in to full custom cnc is great and all but theirs nothing like full handmade custom

  • @foxracer457
    @foxracer457 Рік тому +2

    Was finally able to score one from a friend that won a lotto at table price + shipping. Beyond excited to get it and try it out! Same model you did the review on. Curious to see if it will kick the McNees MAC 2 3.5” out of my pocket. If you haven’t done a review on one of them I recommend it, fantastic knife!
    Do you happen to know how these Roosevelts are sharpened by Daniel? Awesome review by the way! 👊🏻 🍻

  • @jonduncansakurawallknifegarden
    @jonduncansakurawallknifegarden 2 роки тому +7

    I’m really glad that you ended up getting it from the scammer who had 1 million left to sell and just needed your entire family’s social security numbers and all incriminating info that you may have to offer lolllllll. In all seriousness, I’m glad that you got ahold of one !

  • @jimgrey393
    @jimgrey393 10 місяців тому

    Absolutely great review, thank you

  • @ugnuggets
    @ugnuggets 2 роки тому +3

    I'm a machinist, I didn't know they were 100% cnc machined. That's insane. R&D on the tool path alone would take forever. If this is how he's making just this one model, I can't imagine what this guy will be making in 5 years.

  • @knifetech101
    @knifetech101 Рік тому +1

    I took a bath on shiro’s over the years lol.

  • @Legitonion
    @Legitonion Рік тому

    I buy almost all my knives on the secondary for less than retail just because I am willing to wait. Excited to grab one of these in a year or so.

  • @rogerevartt9749
    @rogerevartt9749 Рік тому

    Great job! Lots of great info. Thanks man!

  • @simplestedc4412
    @simplestedc4412 Рік тому

    Im so glad he did this video

  • @craze77
    @craze77 2 роки тому

    Great review Jim, I take back my “yawn” 😁👊

  • @kimbalxyz2
    @kimbalxyz2 6 місяців тому

    One year later, production number is at # 3000 +. Lottery is still hard to win, secondary market seems to have dropped to $900 up to $1400, The new XL version seems to be the hot one right now $1700 to $2000 + .

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  6 місяців тому

      Yep, secondary is much easier. I see many people selling at maker price in the Oz fb group. Except for the new xl because once again, people don’t learn to stop being impatient.

  • @Antimatter.
    @Antimatter. 2 роки тому

    Jim thanks for the review, It reminds me of the Quiet Carry Drift did OZ machine copy there design? There is 3 things I see better designed on the Drift,The plunge grind look like it will create a smile when sharpened It’s not completely rust proof , and why didn’t OZ reverse the relief cut for the lock bar ? I’m sure it’s an amazing knife with common flaws and I’m not taking that away , it’s just the few things I can see from not even holding one

  • @kf_boston
    @kf_boston 2 роки тому +2

    One of my favorites! Well said
    I drastically overpaid
    From a MF friend! 😂
    But for me it’s a forever piece

  • @boogiemanedc910
    @boogiemanedc910 2 роки тому

    Good content. That knife would definitely be on my short list if I wasn’t so chronically left handed.

  • @alvinharp3437
    @alvinharp3437 Рік тому

    Hinderer's drop pretty often, but you gotta be quick because they still sell out very fast. But your point is well taken, be patient.

  • @DiamondEDC
    @DiamondEDC Рік тому

    This one is out of my league right now... I still enjoy learning about it though!

  • @Nerdferly
    @Nerdferly 2 роки тому

    I lucked out and hit his lottery on his last one way back when you got to pick your options. My only gripe now, is that you have no pick in what you want other than entering or not into the lotto. I understand he can turn out more this way, but your chances of hitting out of 10 and 5k+ people if almost nonexistent.

  • @andrewkirchner7417
    @andrewkirchner7417 7 місяців тому

    Can we talk about how fire this synth wave intro track is ???? 🔥 🔥 🔥 Jim, which track is this !!!!!! Came here because I’m debating on finally pulling the trigger myself for a 🥀 🔪

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  7 місяців тому

      lol thanks. Yeah it’s from White Bat Audio. Track called terminator.

  • @jkstdstang
    @jkstdstang Рік тому

    Great review and insight! Well said.

  • @romanm3538
    @romanm3538 2 роки тому

    Thanks Jim,Love the review ...I hope to get a Rosie one day at Table price Not at Inflated price...

  • @boboschnoggins965
    @boboschnoggins965 2 роки тому

    Very thorough review, great work.

  • @zebulunstadler9902
    @zebulunstadler9902 2 роки тому

    The knife is just fine, the Ozbros are goofballs and I'm ready to fight.

  • @hornethandler5312
    @hornethandler5312 2 роки тому

    That in house mentality is what I love about My Norseman. I believe the Grimsmo Brothers did it first.

  • @joshuarubin37
    @joshuarubin37 2 роки тому

    0932 reporting in. Love this config. Congrats!

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  2 роки тому

      Thanks but it’s not mine. It goes back to Dan tomorrow. Congrats on yours though! I’ll be trying my luck in the lottos

  • @kreed4
    @kreed4 2 роки тому

    He’s not wrong, eventually all prices come down…but I saw this same video 2 years ago. Worth at least mentioning that the fad staying lower of the Rosie is unparalleled.

  • @rami3860
    @rami3860 2 роки тому +3

    I've owned 2 Rossies. Great little flippers.. but BARELY worth MSRP. Sure as hell not worth secondary pricing - the only ones that say it is, are owners who want to preserve their equity stake in their knives. Practically speaking, get yourself a Quiet Carry Drift for a similar form factor, and save yourself a thousand (or more) dollars.

  • @bwd8664
    @bwd8664 2 роки тому

    One of the major reasons I've hesitated to pursue this knife (at maker price) is the lockbar location. It seems like the knife very readily drops the edge to your finger making it something you have to pay attention to. I wouldn't mind hearing your or anyone else's opinions and experiences with that specifically, is it ever a problem?

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  2 роки тому

      I’d bet about 75% of my collection is smooth and fast enough to do that, honestly. You just have to know which ones drop that freely and not hold the lock as long. You get used to it fast. That’s definitely not a reason to avoid this one though. Especially since it’s not a .220” thick blade that’ll come down like a guillotine on you lol. It’s a light blade so it doesn’t really do anything.

    • @bwd8664
      @bwd8664 2 роки тому

      I have a few guillotines myself but the tang hits my finger and prevents an unwanted drop. The lock access looked low on this one, but if it's light enough not to cause a problem then all's good. Thanks for the reply, I may have to start the hunt.👍

  • @brandonthomas6516
    @brandonthomas6516 8 місяців тому

    Here lately 60 of them on a lotto or drop go stupid insane in 5 seconds. So you have a better chance of winning the lottery.

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  8 місяців тому +1

      Yeah but now you can get them on the secondary at significantly more reasonable prices. When I made this video, the secondary was stupid and as I predicted, it didn’t take too long for supply to push the market back into place.

    • @brandonthomas6516
      @brandonthomas6516 8 місяців тому

      That is true

  • @davidmarshall7752
    @davidmarshall7752 2 роки тому

    BTW: No lanyard hole. Pretty cool.

  • @alvinharp3437
    @alvinharp3437 Рік тому +1

    Just saw one on ebay for $1350. I'll take my chance and luck on Dan's lottery.

    • @TinyIslandMaine
      @TinyIslandMaine 8 місяців тому

      They are down around 1100 for a BNIB. Less used 👍

  • @wslaught7379
    @wslaught7379 2 роки тому +1

    I don’t see weekly drawings. Last was on the 11th

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  2 роки тому

      Unless something comes up, they’re weekly. His next one is tomorrow

  • @everydaybladesinc
    @everydaybladesinc 2 роки тому

    Dam Jim!! Great Review!!!

  • @everydaybladesinc
    @everydaybladesinc 2 роки тому +1

    I purchase 2 on the secondary. I planned on checking them out and keeping one. They are so great I can’t let go of either of them. I paid way to much but I’d do it again. I never plan on selling them.

  • @natehoover5266
    @natehoover5266 2 роки тому +4

    When everyone goes nuts over something, it makes me want it less. Don't get me wrong, I'd buy one of these, but not at double the cost.

  • @Ben-hx5yr
    @Ben-hx5yr 2 роки тому

    More wine in that group than the Napa Valley

  • @droks510
    @droks510 Рік тому

    I've handled a few rosie's and no offense to daniel but I just picked up a dustin turpin mini strife and it absolutely blows this little guy out of the water. If you want to talk about a knife to chase after chase after a turpin.. you know what I'm talking about. Great video as always jim👍

  • @Alex-hw2me
    @Alex-hw2me 2 роки тому

    problem is Oz MAchine is a one man show (now 2), so if Daniel doesn't want to expend it won't become more available any time soon.

  • @everydaybladesinc
    @everydaybladesinc 2 роки тому

    That is the only knife I reverse flick.

  • @MultiMachinist
    @MultiMachinist Рік тому

    QC Drift is close enough for less than half the price

  • @wsmaga
    @wsmaga 3 місяці тому

    All hype, it should have 3 3/4” to 4” blade for that price.

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  3 місяці тому +1

      @@wsmaga if you want that, then buy the Roosevelt XL. Problem solved. Also: “for that price…”. Blade size doesn’t dictate prices on folders. Maybe it does with machetes and swords, but I wouldn’t know.

    • @wsmaga
      @wsmaga 3 місяці тому

      @@JimSkeltonKnivesthank you, I’m definitely looking into that XL.

  • @S8NSAYS
    @S8NSAYS 2 роки тому +1

    The Koenigs are dropping a bit finally. That’s another knife that sits in the same space as far as popularity/availability. Can’t wait to have one of each. With that said, I will be patient.

  • @experienceprecision5406
    @experienceprecision5406 Рік тому

    I hate this knife more than almost a select few I hate more. Because I want one so bad and can't 😅

  • @ydq3410
    @ydq3410 2 роки тому +1

    I’m sorry guys. This knife is extremely overrated. It’s a solid knife that is wayyyy overhyped and overvalued. Even $750 table price is too high. This is a $500 knife max. There are many other exciting alternative options at this price point.

  • @illiniarmory3142
    @illiniarmory3142 Рік тому +7

    Overpriced……….it’s insane

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  Рік тому +2

      Not at all. They’re $750-$800. The secondary market was insane for a while. People were paying double and more.

    • @ARes13FOX
      @ARes13FOX Рік тому +3

      Yup. $750 😂😂😂😂

    • @tyarnold4088
      @tyarnold4088 6 місяців тому

      Then you probably think Koenig, Medford and Holt are overpriced too. They are all priced around this price point.

  • @kreed4
    @kreed4 2 роки тому +1

    Pretty sure the blade is made out of house.

  • @Beans_blades_VMOGroup
    @Beans_blades_VMOGroup Рік тому

    Grimsmo Norseman for 500? What?

  • @pateralus9
    @pateralus9 Рік тому

    It's 9 months since this video, & for this model I wanted to ask if $950 for a radial frag stonewashed with green ano, stonewashed blade is exorbitant at this point?
    I understand that milled scales increase the cost on these, so I was wondering if $975 use a crazy price or not.
    The one I'm looking at was just made in the last couple weeks as of June 2023.

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  Рік тому +1

      Not high at all. That’s very close to direct, maker price if I’m not mistaken.

    • @pateralus9
      @pateralus9 Рік тому

      @@JimSkeltonKnives Thanks Jim! I was just talking to someone who says the radial frag doesn't have much of a tactile feel to it, but based on the way light hits it in video, to me it looks like you'd definitely feel it. This would be my first knife over about $700 so I'm trying to learn as much as I can. 😀

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  Рік тому +1

      @@pateralus9 I think you’ll dig it. I haven’t handled the radial Frag in person but I love how it looks. It’s just milled grooves, no raised pattern like regular Frag. And let’s face it, none of us are knife fighting in the jungle with blood soaked hands, so we probably don’t need the grippiest texture on earth anyway.

    • @pateralus9
      @pateralus9 Рік тому +1

      @@JimSkeltonKnives Speak for yourself! I'm in a jungle knife fight as I type this! Oh wait I'm sorry I'm sitting in front of my laptop drinking a Red Bull, my mistake. Yes thank you so much for the advice, I'll think about it for a little bit and if it gets snapped up in the meantime I'll just wait for the next one, haha!

  • @trinajska
    @trinajska 2 роки тому +4

    This knife to me is just underwhelming, the double detent seems unnecessary, I much prefer the Chris Reeve system with one detent ball that serves two purposes, this seems like a copy of that but different for the sake of being different.

    • @arlensethos6863
      @arlensethos6863 2 роки тому +1

      ...But have you ever had one? Beats my CRK EVERYDAY.

  • @TraditionalToolworks
    @TraditionalToolworks 2 роки тому +2

    Wow, yet another CNC knife... Creating hype over an overpriced CNC'd knife needs to stop...I'm not anxious to join a lottery for a $700 knife, no matter how much hand crafting he does on it, there are makers that create entirely handcrafted. Being a toolmaker who doesn't use NC, it's just a different area of toolmaking. There are other makers like me however.

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  2 роки тому +3

      You do realize… I make knives. By hand. By myself. No CNC, not even a manual mill. But I still have respect for the guys who do use CNC. As I said in the video… the CNC doesn’t make the knife. It doesn’t even make finished parts. Every CNC assisted knifemaker is making knives PLUS coding, running and troubleshooting the machines. So they’re doing what we do and MORE. They’ve had to learn an additional trade above and beyond just the knifemaking trade. Unless you’re making knives with hand tools and a grinding stone operated by your foot… there’s someone out there stuck in an even older time looking down on you for taking the easy way out.

    • @TraditionalToolworks
      @TraditionalToolworks 2 роки тому

      @@JimSkeltonKnives Absolutely, I have nothing against all the NC manufactured knives, just that for my own purpose I only own manual machines. Ironically I am a software engineer, but woodworking, metalworking and leather are my hobbies. It sure seems like good money for the folks getting $750-$1,000 for a manufactured knife. I do like the fact that he is in America. I think Chris Reeve is a good example, he is 4 years out for a new order, it's a money making machine for the right people. Shirogorov seems similar. When I went to Oz Machine Co., there was a CNC pictured on the bottom of the home page. I look at the lottery is basically being a money maker for him. 10 lotteries possibly each week, or 2 weeks, but 10 knives is probably enough profit for most people to live pretty good. I currently struggle is this horrid economy. And yes, I have forged knives and have several i like, a patch knife made out of of coil spring (5160 ???), one made out of O1, and another out of 1095. I have a drawknife I made also. Oil quenching tool steel works for me. No offense meant Jim, seriously, I like the deep belly, similar to a skinner.

  • @Adamas11
    @Adamas11 2 роки тому

    Great review. One of the most over-rated and over-hyped knives in history. Good for everyone that is/was able to get one at table price. I feel sorry for you fucks that paid double and triple table price 🤣

  • @unfi6798
    @unfi6798 2 роки тому

    Cowabunga.!

  • @fnc5369
    @fnc5369 5 місяців тому

    The Rosevelt is different. It’s more of a rip off base price. Are you kidding me 750 base for that basic frame lock design that could have from so many makers at like 450-600.
    One ugly as hell thing people would criticize heavily in the past on an expensive folder is how the corner of the tang doesn’t meet the handle scale when closed. Also on such an expensive knife such a small torx on the pivot is confusing choice. Does he even grind these blades himself at this price.
    No these are hype knives.

  • @jeririce4928
    @jeririce4928 Рік тому

    it’s aiight but it’s not baller

  • @domjdm9987
    @domjdm9987 10 місяців тому

    frame lock lol, no thanks

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  10 місяців тому +1

      What a bizarre comment. Thats like watching a review on a Ferrari and saying “wheels lol, no thanks”

    • @domjdm9987
      @domjdm9987 10 місяців тому

      @@JimSkeltonKnives sorr¥ but button locks/side locks are better in every single way, frame locks are old school and its the cheap n easy way of making a knife

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  10 місяців тому +1

      LOL ok. 👌 They’re absolutely not better “in every single way”, and there is no difference in cost between making a knife a framelock or buttonlock. And I’ve never seen a price disparity based solely on a choice between buttonlock or framelock.