Scrapyard Knives: Military Regulator by Nutnfancy

Published on February 15, 2013
Duration: 23:39

This review covers the Scrapyard Military Regulator, a robust fixed blade knife designed for heavy-duty use. The reviewer highlights its thick SR101 steel, full tang construction, and impressive durability, making it suitable for bushcraft and survival tasks. While it excels in chopping and splitting wood, its weight and front-heavy balance make it less ideal as a fighting knife. The lack of an included sheath is noted as a significant drawback, requiring an additional purchase or custom solution.

Quick Summary

The Scrapyard Military Regulator is a robust fixed blade knife featuring 0.33-inch thick SR101 steel and a full tang construction for exceptional durability. While its weight and front-heavy balance make it less suitable for combat, it excels as a woods and survival knife, effectively chopping and splitting wood. A notable drawback is the absence of an included sheath, requiring an additional purchase.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction: Secret Blade Revealed
  2. 00:27Expedition History
  3. 01:04Reviewing Strategy & Discontinuation
  4. 02:27Tabletop Review Begins: Busse Scrapyard Military Regulator
  5. 03:05Knife Purpose: Woods Knife vs. Fighting Knife
  6. 03:36Steel Thickness and Chopping Capability
  7. 04:05Weight and Chopping Performance
  8. 04:27Primary Calling: Great Woods Blade
  9. 05:05Wilderness System & Blade Length
  10. 05:49Weight and Sheath Discussion
  11. 06:32Is it a Good Fighting Knife?
  12. 07:00Collectible Status
  13. 07:05Scrapyard Knives Business Model
  14. 07:42Overall Dimensions and Balance
  15. 07:52Steel Performance and Rusting
  16. 08:31Tool Steels for Wilderness Blades
  17. 08:38SR101 Steel Composition and Toughness
  18. 09:04Extreme Testing and Durability
  19. 09:48Crinkle Finish and Wear
  20. 10:34High Drag and Wedge Shape
  21. 10:49Full Tang Construction and Radiused Curves
  22. 11:17Tang Protrusion and Corrosion
  23. 11:26Value and Quality Control
  24. 11:39Penetrant Inspection and Warranty
  25. 12:26SR11 Steel Grain Structure and Heat Treat
  26. 12:48Edge Retention and Relief Grind
  27. 13:12Handle Material: Reine C
  28. 13:21Comparison to Kraton Handles
  29. 13:40Grip and Shock Isolation
  30. 14:03Handle Durability and Guards
  31. 14:27Handle Length Preference
  32. 14:35Lanyard Hole and Handle Protrusions
  33. 15:02Sheath: The Missing Component
  34. 15:33Custom Kydex Sheath from Red Hill Kydex
  35. 16:13Sheath Weight and Downside
  36. 16:36Custom Sheath Availability
  37. 17:48Quality and Durability Summary
  38. 18:05Packability and Weight Considerations
  39. 18:14Comparison: Next Generation Knife
  40. 18:36Hacking Capability Comparison
  41. 18:41General Camp Knife Needs
  42. 19:04Phenomenal Quality and Durability for Price
  43. 19:09Price Point and Total Cost
  44. 19:30Competitive Options: Buck Hoodlum
  45. 20:27Competitive Options: Cold Steel Trail Master
  46. 20:59Scrapyard Fans vs. 1095 Steel
  47. 21:20SK5 vs. 1095 Steel
  48. 21:26Ontario RAT-2 Comparison
  49. 22:12Radiused Curves vs. Sharp Transitions
  50. 22:43Spyderco Hooligan Comparison
  51. 23:10Overall Value Proposition
  52. 23:26Conclusion: Worth the Money

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Scrapyard Military Regulator knife made of?

The Scrapyard Military Regulator features a blade made from SR101 steel, which is proprietary to Busse/Scrapyard and is believed to be a variation of ball bearing steel similar to 52100. The handle is made from a synthetic material called 'Reine C'.

How durable is the Scrapyard Military Regulator?

The knife is exceptionally durable, featuring a 0.33-inch thick full tang blade with radiused curves to prevent stress points. It has undergone rigorous testing, including chopping logs and hammering the tip, with no failures reported, and comes with a lifetime guarantee.

What are the main uses for the Scrapyard Military Regulator?

The Scrapyard Military Regulator is primarily designed as a heavy-duty woods knife or survival knife. Its thick blade excels at chopping and splitting wood, making it suitable for bushcraft and wilderness tasks. However, its weight and balance make it less ideal for fighting.

Does the Scrapyard Military Regulator come with a sheath?

No, Scrapyard knives, including the Military Regulator, do not come with a sheath. Buyers must purchase or create a sheath separately, which adds to the overall cost and effort involved in acquiring a complete package.

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