CANADIAN KNIFE GOUGH RESOLUTE
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- GOUGH RESOLUTE MKIII
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Thanks for the review Jerad! Really glad you like the knife so much, and I appreciate the feedback regarding the position of the plunge line! Not something I had thought about before, or heard from a customer, so it's great to hear a new thought! I will definitely keep that in mind for the next version, the Resolute MkIV.
Worth noting that you might have seen Canadian pricing and thought it was USD! The model you had in the video is USD$390, and I would personally not describe it as a 'mid-tech' because I do all the work myself in my own workshop.
I do understand that the price tag is still hefty, and I often wish I could lower prices but honestly the overhead involved in making knives full time just has to be seen to be believed... If I make 15 knives in a month then the best case scenario is that I take home about $2,400 that month assuming that nothing breaks and that I have no debt to repay, which is never the case lol. I did a more detailed response regarding this in a reply to 'Schmidty the Kid' just below.
The one thing I will say: I aim to deliver high, well above people's expectations and I'm proud to say that I seem to usually manage that! I know from experience that when something is really nice to use, you forget the price quickly but still have the pleasure of using it for a long time to come... That is the feeling I aim to deliver! 🙂
EDIT: Regarding the glow scales - if you are in a dark area (like a tent in the woods) you will still be able to see the glow liners the next morning if they were well charged the evening before 🎉 developing the process for making those was hilariously painful, and I sank more money into that than I probably should have lol. However I have always wanted to do that and I LOVE the way they come out now, so I think it was worth it! END EDIT
Thanks again for the review! Feel free to contact me if you ever have any questions about the process, materials or design choices! aaron@goughcustom.com
-Aaron Gough (Gough Custom)
Thank you for watching, others did inform me about the price difference, and I stand corrected I think your prices are more than fair and I will be sure to mention that in my lives to the audience and also pin your comment, your knife is extremely well done and very impressive one of these days hopefully I can get one for some use/Sharpening exc.. and do one of my full reviews and testing videos which are far more indepth. I'm always open to trying anything you have coming in the future, I can tell you put a lot of hard work passion and love into these, after testing and reviewing so many knives I could tell the second I laid my hands on it, which is more difficult to appreciate through pictures. Thank you again Mr.Gough 👊 and thank you for your amazing talent and hard work
@@NeevesKnives cheers Jerad! I will keep you up to date! I have been (very) slowly working on the next iteration of this knife for a couple of years, it is getting closer to happening!
@@GoughCustom I'd buy it. Fuckin same price for Bark River knives and you can't take those to a rave
@@jhtsurvival 🤣
Love my Resolute!
Cuts like a laser.
Took it camping and batoned through some knotted fir with the back of an axe. Barely marred the dlc. Frankly, I cringed with every whack having seen larger blades fracture under similar beatings and honestly won't do it again, it was stupid but it held up.
It is pretty thin behind the edge, I don't feel any need to knock down the edge bevel.
What makes it great is just how applicable the entire design is, making for a great daily carry. From food prep to fire making to skinning to breaking down cardboard, it's just about perfect all around knife.
I purchased a knife from Aaron in 2016 after watching many of his a videos and admiring his skill and ethics as much as his Resolute knife. At that time I think the price was 350 USD. I received delivery in 2 months even though at that time deliveries were projected to be much longer. It arrived in pristine condition with detailed provenance. I admired it for days and then put it away unused. At 78 (72 when purchased) I was not a bushcrafter but as a collector, only bought it with an eye toward gifting an heirloom to my Grandson (who was 16 at the time) in the future, when warranted, for a special accomplishment. I took it out of the original shipping box (exactly like the one in this video) just now to admire it again and soon it will be in his hands as a West Point graduate, class of 2023. Worth every damn penny!
He`s been maing knives and videos for 10 years and his shop is fucking clean man. He is opsesive perfectionist. He has some of the best videos on how to start making knives with hand tools only.
He does all of his own design and machining. Truly a beautiful process and if people would go watch his videos of how he tested the steel and hardness he ended up with, you would be impressed.
I would buy one in a heartbeat if he ever had any in stock but he is always sold out.
Imagine jade G10 scales on top of those glow in the dark liners! 😍🤩😍🤩
That’s a good idea
Bbadd ☝
I can tell you it is a great looking combo, and EXTREMELY bright! I have some photos of that combo here: goughcustom.com/products/resolute-dlc-green-glow hope you like it!!
@@GoughCustom man you’re gonna make me bankrupt myself with that gorgeous combo.
@@bushguy9710 haha sorry bud! I promise not to sell you one 😉
He's been making this knife model for years. Started with O1 tool steel and each one made using a file and hacksaw. Check out his youtube. The guy has been doing amazing work for a long time.
The purportions of that design are excellent, and it manages alot of black without looking tacticool. Very nice! Kinda gives a Tron Kepart vibe.
Now for some reason, I need glow in the dark scales on my knives..all of them. 😆
The glow in the dark liners are great! Fantastic vid sir!
Thanks for the share, Jerad. This looks like a great fixed blade and the glow liners is a plus, albeit pricey. I remember watching Gough's YT channel several years ago.
Gough is so under priced, I have put my Resolute through so much. Amazing knife
Haha thanks mate! I am really glad you are still loving your Resolute!!
Dang now that's a good looking fixy
I'm surprised More knife makers don't do that it's brilliant.
I'm guessing you're referring to the glow liners?? They were actually a hilarious pain in the ass to get right lol... I have a drawer full of failed attempts to make it come out the way I want! I plan to do a video soon showing how I make them, I actually machine pockets into the G10 handle material and then cast the glow liners into those pockets! They are basically 100% solid 'Strontium Aluminate' glow powder, mixed with some epoxy and a bright green pigment to get the great daylight color! Lots of work to get it right, but I am so happy with the way they come out!
If I had the money I would get thus knife. I just looks so good from the first glance. And the glow in the dark is cool. UnfortunatelyI'm not even close to being able to afford this.
Love the glowing "liner" around the Nerves Knives logo 👍🏽
Been following this guy for a while! awesome looking fixed blade! He does tutorials and I’ve learned a lot from him already! Hope to see more from him! 🤟🏻
I've been watching Aaron Gough's CZcams channel for years. He used to make awesome videos about knife making, but has tapered his video production a lot to focus on producing his knives. I really want Dutch Bushcraft Knives to get ahold of one of these knives and put it through the ringer.It's a beautiful knife, but over priced for what it is especially considering the amount of automation he has in his shop. I understand overhead, material costs, and the fact that he is a custom knife maker, but $400-$500 USD for a fixed blade knife with A2 steel is kind of ridiculous. That being said I have been coveting one of Aaron's knives for years and if I had the money I would buy one despite what I just said about it being overpriced.
Do you remember when he hand filed all of his knives with a homemade file jig? No belt grinder bevels done in his shop. His work then was very impressive. The price is steep but I will have one one day, that's if I could ever get on his books.
Hey Schmidty!
I honestly wish that I could lower prices, but the overheads associated with making knives full time are more than you would believe! I think the knife market is a little skewed in some ways because there are so many great makers that are part-time and subsidize their knifemaking with their day jobs, and honestly there's a reason for that: to make knives full time is just SUPER expensive, and making enough money to actually live off is REALLY hard!
My DLC coated knives are USD$390, materials for the knife is right around USD$100 - USD$120 (bear in mind I ONLY use materials made in the USA, and prices are going up FAST), that leaves about CAD$340 per knife. My workshop rent is $2,000 a month, plus $280 for power, $230 for insurance, $100 for internet, $100 for bookeeping/accounting/banking, and I'm sure there's more that I have forgotten! That's $2,700 a month in expenses before I get to take anything home...
On average I'm able to make about 15-20 knives per month currently, which means that in the absolute best case I get to take home $4,100/month. However that never really happens because there's always extra expenses, something breaks and I have to fix it, or I'm paying off debt from things like having to move workshop or having electrical work done, etc... In 2020 I made $29k for the year lol. Bear in mind that housing and cost of living prices in Canada tend to be a fair bit higher than in the US, and I live in Toronto which is the one of the most expensive part of Canada, so unfortunately $29k does not go far!
This is not a sob story, rather I think it's important to highlight that I have actually done a LOT to not raise my prices. Over the last 9 years I've only raised my prices from USD$350 to USD$390, but in the same period of time my rent has gone from $650 to $2,000 and materials costs have more than doubled across the board...
Realistically going forward I either need to start making more knives, or raise my prices... I am trying to go the 'make more knives' route, but I will absolutely not compromise on quality to do so, which makes life really hard! Making more knives also means investing more in machinery and automation, which requires large up-front investments, and that's really hard to do when the business is not already making a lot of money. In fact I recently went back to working a day job just so the bank would not laugh at me when I tried to get a mortgage 🤣
Really appreciate that you like my knives so much, and I hope you get to make you one one day!
-Aaron
@@GoughCustom Aaron I have nothing but respect for you and what you do. Like I said I have been watching your videos for a long time. I think you were one of the first channel that I ever subscribe to back when you were using your big filing jig. I totally understand what you’re saying about overhead and cost of materials. And I appreciate that you will not compromise on the quality of your knives despite those costs. I hope you continue to do what you’ve been doing and producing a quality product. Like I said, one day I’ll be purchasing one of your knives.
Bang! I love the glowing liners idea!
Simplicity at its best. Good looking knife.
I have seen Gough before…. They are beautiful.
Gorgeous knife.
I’ve been looking for a new fixed blade. And I’m in Canada. I will definitely check these out , thanks for the review!!
This is a sick looking FB. The glow liners work amazingly. 👍
Yes a Canadian maker! Love it!
Beautiful piece of work and craftmanship. For this to be produced by one person with this level of fit finish and quality is awesome. Love everything about how it looks mind you out of my current price range but if I'm ever in a position to get one I'll be definatly getting on that list. Love seeing high quality products coming out of my home country that raise the bar when it comes to producing a great product that everyone wants. Thanks for the great vid Jerad and keep making sharp things fun and enjoyable.
Thank you Todd for always leaving a well thought out comment, it really means alot 🙏
Not familiar? This guy used to own the CZcams knife making algorithm lol
I have been wanting one of his knives for years I've just been picky about which one to get because it will be the most expensive knives I've ever bought I'd probably never use
Really cool knife
Another fixed blade nice! Wow quite a beauty! The price and always being sold out will make it a challenge for to actually get one.
Another good Canadian knife maker is Kyle Noseworthy.
1 USD is about 1.28-1.29 Canadian, so the $500 CAD price point is about $390-400 USD. As you said, that is getting into custom territory, or at the least higher end steels. I discovered him quite a few years ago through his youtube channel and they have always been quite high priced, it seems to be the biggest complaint you see about his knives. They are beautiful, and they work, but you can get as good or better for less from others.
Another Canadian maker, North Arm knives (Skaha fame), has the Lynx model, S35VN steel for $180 CAD (with G10 scales) which is $140 USD. A little less toughness but more edge holding for almost 1/3rd of the price.
I've been following Gough Customs on youtube for ages and I can say he definitely is meticulous in his craft of knifemaking. I hope someday to own one but they are always sold out!
Looking forward to making a knife for you one day! Are you signed up for the mailing list on my website? That's the best way to get the jump on a knife right when a batch is released!
@@GoughCustom I am signed up but I'm always a day late it seems.
@@lovescamaros1 sorry to hear that bud :( I am very lucky to have enough demand that I tend to sell out the whole batch quickly whenever I drop one, but I understand that must be frustrating when trying to grab one...
Great video Jerad! That sure is a great looking Fixed Blade!
Very nice fixy
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I think you might be overestimating the cost. Right now $500 CAD is equal to $390 USD. Far from "equal" and in comparison to other USA made knives of the same caliber, I would say its fairly priced. BGM is not really a fair comparison in fit and finish, they are quite a bit more "rough".
True and I could of miss spoke
It looks kinda like a Becker not as thick...sweet my first knife crush was the bowie knife and the "Rambo" knife (1st blood) thanks for this video Jarrod👍🗡
Quality you can taste.
U should check out some of tkell knives he has some awesome knives
I want it ...
If you look at his video of making his knives you'll sort of understand the price. It's a long process that he's mostly formulated himself. Everything from the heat treat to grinding is done perfectly. Maybe a bit overpriced but he's still barely able to keep up with the orders so it's understandable.
Just got a Old Timer Sharp Finger and I'm in love with it. I paid around $20 for it. Praise the Lord.
GREAT STUFF BANG/SLAP, get ahold of me tomorow, will be home , talk soon > tom !
Looks extremely well made, but not something I would spend $500 CAD on... just for reference that's currently around $393 USD. Makes me want to start making my own knives now. My buddy and I already bought some blades to make our own knives. Will be fun!
I will say Kyle under 400$ isn't bad considering how well done this is by a one man custom operation, I've held a bunch of customs and this one's been one of the better ones, I was unaware of the price difference
What's up brother. If you're interested in custom fixed blades, I've got vintage ones by some of the old masters. Centofante, Fisher, Bone, Dew, ect...Anyways, great video man 👍 See you on the next one
Thank Joe I appreciate that
You should do a FZ knifes
I do love me some fixed blades since I'm out in the forrest a lot. Really want to get me a Fredrik Haakonsen custom knife in Vanadis 4 Extra or A8-mod, his knives is close to $1000 though some might be over (it's custom afterall), but built to last. He also got a background as a metallurgist and do custom heat treatment, so the price also reflects a lot of that in his quality of work. Once you got one in hand and actually use it, the price isn't that bad afterall. Specially comparing to other $500+ knives with a more basic heat treatment.
I just got a Old Timer Sharp Finger, the new large size one. About $25 I think is what I paid. I'm so happy with it bro.
Fixed blade??? What in the hell Bobby
But it's Canada? You know how we feel 🇨🇦
😆 🤣
Check out "William Collins" blades:
Is DLC better than Cerakote?
Yes
I noticed there's no compartment on the Sheath to keep the little dude who comes with it at that price to build your shelter fires and skin game. Surely it's bound to come with one. Haha
Anyone have an alternative to this knife that isn't priced over twice what it should be and is somewhat obtainable? I've been on the market for a fixed blade with blade shape/stock thickness similar to the Resolute and would appreciate any assistance that the comments section has to offer.
Check out LT Wright as well, esee has some great knives as well
I have a rat3 by onterio knives that caries well and gets stupid sharp check 'em out👍🗡🇺🇸
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All sold out 😬
Bark River, White River knives, LT Wright, Dan Winkler including all his collaborators. Even TRC Knives are cheaper. No comparison. Nice blade for sure. Price point, a bit much
Too much bread, J🔪nice though
Yeah I found out it's actually cheaper after the usa conversion
A nice knife but a semi custom fixed blade with plastic handles and a basic steel for this price seems off. Plenty of cheaper, US made options with advanced steels that are both tough and stainless.
Not even accurate. Watch Aaron's videos on CZcams and see how he tests his knives and selected A2 tool steel for this knife.
Beautiful.. Clever... But anyone that shows up in the woods with one, instead of a $25 Mora, should be laughed at back to his Mercedes SUV.
I’m thinking that laughing at someone over a fixed blade should be reserved for the guy with the stainless steel big Bowie knife with the deer and pine trees and NRA etched on it’s blade, not this well made, unostentatious tool.
Too expensive for A2 steel.
I've seen his videos and it's a cool knife but the cost is outrageous for something that's 99% CNC'd. And also he's French and I can't stand Frenchmen from K-bec. LOL.
Actually Aaron Gough is Australian with Canadian citizenship.
@@telemarktumalo6978 Good. I suddenly dislike him less all of a sudden. :)
Nope she aint for me.
Nice knife, but it’s not worth $500-$650. I would not pay more than $180 for it, especially only being A2 steel.
So overpriced
I like it 🔥🔥 thanks for the look