Videos tagged with Trailmaster

This video features a review and demonstration of the Cold Steel Trailmaster survival knife, specifically the Carbon V version. The reviewer, Nutnfancy, highlights its thick blade, good swing, shock-absorbing handle, wedge grind, and acceptable weight. The video showcases the knife's ability to chop down a 25-foot dead Quaking Aspen tree at an altitude of approximately 9,000 feet in the Rocky Mountains. The reviewer expresses high praise for the knife, rating it 10 out of 10 on their likeability scale and suggests the current SK5 Trailmaster should perform equally well.

The Cold Steel Trailmaster is a heavy-duty survival knife praised for its chopping and splitting capabilities due to its 9.5-inch blade and 5/16-inch thick spine. While the Carbon V steel is resilient, it requires maintenance to prevent rust. The traditional leather sheath is criticized for its weight and water absorption, with Kydex or nylon alternatives preferred. The knife's mass is considered a functional necessity for heavy tasks in the wilderness.