A Versatile Survival Knife

This review of the HX Outdoors Rock Apex survival knife highlights its robust construction, including DC53 steel and a full-tang design, making it a capable tool for outdoor tasks. The reviewer, demonstrating high expertise, praises its value under $100 and the functional hybrid sheath, while noting its weight might not suit ultralight backpackers.

This "I Carry" episode showcases the Taurus GX4, a new micro-compact, double-stack 9mm pistol. The video highlights the firearm being carried in a Crossbreed Reckoning holster, a popular choice for concealed carry. Additionally, a Cold Steel Mini Recon 1 pocketknife is featured as part of the everyday carry setup, suggesting a focus on practical, personal protection items.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Ontario SP53 survival knife, focusing on its performance in wood processing tasks like chopping and batoning. The reviewer, nutnfancy, highlights the knife's bolo grind and 5160 steel construction, but expresses disappointment with its chopping efficiency and notes issues with handle looseness and minor chipping after heavy use. He compares it unfavorably to other knives in its class, suggesting alternatives like the SP50 or Cold Steel Kukri for better chopping performance.

This review of the Camillus Waorani survival knife, branded by Les Stroud, highlights its performance in field tests. The knife features a 420 stainless steel blade with a carbon nitride coating, a quad sawback, and a full tang construction. It is presented as a budget-friendly option for outdoor enthusiasts, offering surprising capability for its price point.

This review of the Boker Vox Rold fixed blade knife highlights its robust D2 steel blade with a full flat grind, making it suitable for various outdoor tasks like wood splitting and carving. The knife features a comfortable G10 handle and a Kydex sheath. Despite initial reservations about D2 steel, the reviewer found it performed exceptionally well, retaining its edge impressively after rigorous testing.

This video critically analyzes the hype surrounding the Tom Brown Tracker knife, primarily driven by its prominent feature in the movie 'The Hunted.' The instructor, Nutnfancy, uses his extensive experience in survival schools and field use to debunk unrealistic portrayals of the knife's capabilities as depicted in Hollywood. He highlights how media marketing amplified the knife's popularity beyond its practical applications.

John Hickok, an experienced firearms instructor, demonstrates the Zastava M92 PV, a legally converted full-auto AK variant. He highlights the NFA's role in restricting civilian access to such firearms and showcases the weapon's performance with both standard and drum magazines. The video emphasizes the AK selector design for quick semi-auto transitions and the manageable recoil of this compact full-auto platform.

This video provides an expert-level accuracy test of the Micro Draco AK, a short-barreled variant imported by Century Arms, chambered in 7.62x39mm. Instructor John Hickok demonstrates techniques for assessing mechanical accuracy using shooting supports and discusses the ballistic trade-offs of its 6-inch barrel. The assessment highlights surprisingly practical accuracy at moderate ranges for this compact firearm.

This video demonstrates a practical marksmanship drill using a rare Marlin 1895 STP in .45-70 Government. Instructor John Hickok challenges viewers to clear a field of animal-shaped steel targets efficiently. The drill emphasizes accuracy and shot economy, framed as a hypothetical survival scenario. It highlights the capabilities of the Marlin 1895 STP, a limited-run rifle known for its historical significance and robust performance.

This guide details techniques for controlling a full-auto firearm, specifically the Glock 17, as demonstrated by John Hickok. It emphasizes the importance of grip, anticipating muzzle rise, maintaining sight alignment, and practicing controlled bursts. Hickok, an experienced shooter, highlights that mastering full-auto requires understanding the firearm's specific characteristics and dedicated practice.