Videos tagged with 440A Steel

This video reviews the Gerber Big Rock camp knife, highlighting its performance exceeding expectations for its $25 price point. Despite the reviewer's dislike for 440A steel, the knife demonstrated good durability over several outings. The reviewer praises its thin profile, light weight, excellent balance, and suitability as a high-value camper or wilderness blade. The Soldier blade potential is also discussed. While the included sheath is considered 'regrettable' but appropriate for the price, it's suggested that an aftermarket Kydex sheath would make the combo ideal. The video also includes a mention of a discount code for purchase.

This review of the Kershaw Blackout 1550, presented by veteran reviewer Nutnfancy, covers its design as both an EDC and tactical folding knife. Key aspects discussed include its Polyamide handle with functional checkering, a weight of 3.8 ounces, internal steel liners, and blade geometry. The review highlights the assisted opening mechanism, solid lockup, and critiques the pocket clip and lanyard hole size. Older models feature 440A steel, while newer ones use 13C26 Sandvik.

This review covers the KABAR Marine Combat Knife and the Sage Green Utility Knife (02-5011). It highlights the affordability and ruggedness of KABARs, comparing 440A steel's toughness and ease of sharpening against D2's edge retention but brittleness. The utility knife is praised for its sharpness and comfortable grip, with a focus on practical field use and sheath security.