DuraCoat Project: Ontario RAT 1 folding knife

The Ontario RAT Model 1 is highlighted as a 'value perfected' tactical folder, especially at its sub-$40 price point. It features a highly utilitarian AUS-8 blade with good out-of-the-box sharpness, a solid liner lock, and functional ergonomics despite somewhat slick Zytel scales. The black blade finish is noted as prone to chipping, but overall build quality and deployment are excellent.

This video details a project to refinish a Cold Steel Long Hunter fixed blade knife using DuraCoat epoxy in Coyote Brown. The purpose is to create a low-visibility finish suitable for deployed soldiers, as the original bright finish is not practical for such use. The description also mentions the use of CamoForm camouflage wrap in MARPAT Desert on the sheath and fitting a desert-colored 550 paracord lanyard to the handle for easier extraction from the friction sheath. The video positions this as a modification project to enhance the knife's utility for tactical applications.

This video showcases a custom "Tactical Charge" Leatherman multi-tool modification performed by Nutnfancy. The creator takes a Leatherman Charge Ti, known for its medium-duty capabilities, and applies Lauer Weaponry's "Tactical Desert Earth" DuraCoat for a low-reflectivity, tactical finish. The process is described as a challenging but rewarding project, involving extensive disassembly, part preparation (steel wool and sandpaper), and reassembly. The end result is a unique, one-of-a-kind multi-tool that the creator finds highly appealing.

This video focuses on a DuraCoat finish applied to a "Rat 1" knife. While not a firearm, the mention of "DuraCoat" suggests a potential application or interest in firearm finishes and customization. The term "Rat 1" likely refers to a specific knife model, possibly the Ontario RAT 1, which is a popular budget-friendly outdoor and tactical knife often subject to custom modifications. The video's content is likely to involve the application process, aesthetic results, and potentially the durability of the DuraCoat finish on the knife.

This YouTube video reviews the CRKT/Ruger LCK knife, highlighting its value, decent steel, and performance in cardboard cutting. The reviewer praises its slim, lightweight design, deep carry clip, and fast deployment. The description also teases upcoming reviews of several Eafengrow value brand Chinese blades and mentions comparisons with other popular knives like the Ontario RAT 1 and 2, SOG Mini Aegis, Enlan EL06, SOG Flash 1, and Boker Urban Trapper.

This video showcases a DuraCoat finishing project on several knives, including the Cold Steel Laredo Bowie, CS OSS, Benchmade McHenry Williams 710, Spyderco Endura4, and a Glock field knife. The creator details the process of modifying both the utility and appearance of these blades, highlighting DuraCoat's rust resistance for non-stainless steel and its aesthetic appeal. The video emphasizes the time-consuming nature of takedown and surface preparation to achieve a factory-quality finish that is durable and visually striking. Future DuraCoating projects are teased.

This video captures a raw, unfiltered moment of nature as a weasel hunts a ground squirrel, observed by vlogger Nutnfancy while riding his KTM 690 Enduro R. It highlights the primal struggle for survival in the wild and the observer's philosophical reflection on the food chain. The footage was captured using an iPhone during a wilderness adventure.

This video compares the AK-47 and AR-15 platforms, highlighting the AR-15's advantages in accuracy, recoil management, and modularity due to tighter tolerances and inline stock design. The AK-47 is noted for its simplicity in operation for beginners and superior reliability in austere conditions with looser tolerances. Weight, ergonomics, and value are also discussed, with the AR-15 often preferred for lighter, more adaptable configurations.

This video critiques the trend of over-accessorizing AR-15 platforms, arguing that many additions are unnecessary and hinder performance. It explores reasons like ignorance, online posturing, industry marketing, media influence, and skill compensation. The presenter emphasizes defining a rifle's 'Philosophy of Use' (POU) before adding accessories, using stock examples to illustrate weight differences.

This review focuses on selecting the best AR-15 scopes based on practical, real-world performance rather than trends. Key considerations include engagement ranges, with recommendations for red dots at close range and variable scopes for mid-to-long range. The speaker emphasizes value, rejecting 'glass elitism' and highlighting lightweight options under 20 ounces. Technical features like eye relief and field of view are crucial for usability, while reticle complexity should be balanced with situational needs.