Sootch Limited Edition Fortitude 2 Fixed Blade Knife : Sale Ended

Published on June 4, 2024
Duration: 6:39

This video reviews the Olight Fortitude 2 Sootch Limited Edition fixed blade knife, a collaboration between Olight and YouTuber Sootch00. It highlights the knife's CPM S35VN steel, Micarta scales, G10 spacers, and a traditional leather sheath with versatile carry options. The knife is presented as a durable, hard-use tool suitable for survival and everyday carry, with a limited production run of 3,000 units.

Quick Summary

The Olight Fortitude 2 Sootch Limited Edition knife boasts CPM S35VN steel, known for its enhanced toughness, chip resistance, and edge retention, making it a durable choice for survival and EDC. It features comfortable Micarta scales, gold G10 spacers, and a versatile leather sheath, all part of a limited 3,000-unit production run.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Survival Knives
  2. 00:16Fortitude 2 Sootch Edition Overview
  3. 00:28CPM S35VN Steel Properties
  4. 00:44Blade Markings and Edition Details
  5. 01:02Blade Finish and Micarta Scales
  6. 01:25Blade Shape and Ergonomics
  7. 01:30G10 Spacers and Lanyard Loop
  8. 01:42Scale Fasteners and Feel
  9. 01:55Leather Sheath Features
  10. 02:07Sheath Carry Options
  11. 02:31Hard Use Knife and Warranty
  12. 02:43Sootch Challenge Coin
  13. 02:54Comparison to Fortitude 1
  14. 03:19S35VN vs. D2 Steel
  15. 03:25S35VN Edge Retention and Toughness
  16. 03:37Sharpening Ease of S35VN
  17. 03:51Edge Retention Scale Comparison
  18. 03:59Blade Length and Aesthetics
  19. 04:14Corrosion Resistance and Sharpness
  20. 04:25Collaboration with Olight
  21. 04:33Price and Discount
  22. 04:53Full Tang Importance
  23. 05:02Overall Knife Assessment
  24. 05:10Link and Bundles
  25. 05:19Olight ARFI Pro Bundle Mention
  26. 05:58Conclusion and Availability
  27. 06:03Closing Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the CPM S35VN steel in the Olight Fortitude 2 Sootch Edition special?

The CPM S35VN steel used in the Fortitude 2 Sootch Edition is an upgrade over S30V, offering improved toughness (15-20% more), better chip resistance, and superior edge retention, while still being relatively easy to sharpen compared to other high-end tool steels.

What are the key features of the Olight Fortitude 2 Sootch Limited Edition knife?

This limited edition knife features a 4-inch CPM S35VN steel blade with a black powder coat, Micarta handle scales for excellent grip, gold G10 spacers, a drop point blade shape, and a versatile leather sheath that can be worn vertically or horizontally.

How does the Olight Fortitude 2 Sootch Edition compare to the original Fortitude 1?

The Fortitude 2 Sootch Edition uses CPM S35VN steel, an improvement over the Fortitude 1's D2 steel, and features a more traditional leather sheath instead of the Fortitude 1's Kydex sheath. The blade shape also differs, with the Fortitude 1 having a more bowie-style blade.

What is the significance of the Sootch Limited Edition aspect of this knife?

The Sootch Limited Edition designation means this knife is a collaboration with YouTuber Sootch00 and is part of a limited production run of 3,000 units. It also includes a custom challenge coin and features design elements chosen by Sootch00.

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