TOPS Knives Factory Tour: Hard to The Core

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  • čas přidán 6. 06. 2014
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Komentáře • 529

  • @preparedmind101
    @preparedmind101 Před 10 lety +59

    TOPS has already slid into first place as my favorite knife brand.

  • @stereosonix2000
    @stereosonix2000 Před 9 lety +2

    Real craftsmanship+quality. Way to go TOPS.

  • @lmglange
    @lmglange Před 9 lety +10

    I gained a lot of respect for Tops knives after watching this video !

  • @Josh-im1lh
    @Josh-im1lh Před 8 lety +54

    didn't realize that tops is practically a family operation

  • @MrAwesomeglock
    @MrAwesomeglock Před 10 lety +2

    I never know they were a small shop and a lot of hand building . Nice to see american workers making knifes. This is why I like TOPS. Thanks for the tour.

  • @solesearched
    @solesearched Před 10 lety +8

    I now have a new found respect for TOPS Knives. I love seeing a company that still does things by hand. It makes me much more willing to spend the extra cash knowing that someone put their time and care into the product. Its also nice knowing that the extra cash spent is helping to keep a man or women employed instead of a computer and machine taking their job.

  • @carravagio16
    @carravagio16 Před 8 lety +27

    respect level just went through the roof, guess what company i will be purchasing a knife from next....Tops!

  • @Wingman115
    @Wingman115 Před 10 lety +7

    Outstanding video.

  • @MiroAcronymity
    @MiroAcronymity Před 10 lety +9

    The work Tops does looks incredible! So much handwork... Explains why everyone I know who owns a top knife is completely satisfied.

  • @davelindin5132
    @davelindin5132 Před 9 lety +2

    I love Topsknives! I got a Steel Eagle with all the possible perks on it, camo, serrations, saw back, and rocky mountain tread: one of my prized possessions. I got a copy of one of their daggers to test the toughness, and I have tortured that thing and it is still alive. The coating will smooth out after pretty extensive use.

  • @chrismckibbon8134
    @chrismckibbon8134 Před 10 lety +5

    Thanks for the tour! Makes me appreciate my TOPS Tracker even more.

  • @Larnsdoon
    @Larnsdoon Před 10 lety +7

    Thank you for making vids that I watch to the end.

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 10 lety +1

      Thanks for watching them till the end! Helps the video get out to more people when you like n share.

  • @joeboiseidaho
    @joeboiseidaho Před 9 lety +1

    After much research I asked Santa and got a Tops B.O.B KNIFE for Christmas. OUTSTANDING knife. The only one I carry now. Thanks Andy and InnerBark Outdoors for the video. I now have even a greater appreciation for the TOPS Knife Company. Idaho knife for life!

  • @drtracyst
    @drtracyst Před 8 lety +1

    I bought a tahoma field knife last year. took it out when getting ready for deer season, beat the heck out of it, chopping trees, brush etc. i found it to be just as good if not better than a hatchet. all it took was a few strokes on the stroping belt on my belt sander and it was shave sharp again love it

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 4 lety

      Ahhh love to hear that about your TFK *thumbs up* *thumbs up*

  • @shotokido678
    @shotokido678 Před 10 lety +4

    Excellent video. Really eye-opening in a very good way. I've had the pleasure of meeting Leo, Oscar, and Chris, but I didn't realize how hands-on they all are in the process of producing the knives. The small, attentive, family-based and family-like nature of the company makes me respect them even more.

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 4 lety

      Glad you liked it. Makes me happy to know I'm showing people how amazing they are

  • @kbbjedi
    @kbbjedi Před 10 lety +2

    Wow what an awesome place, after seeing the hard work and attention to detail TOPS puts into their products it just makes me love and appreciate my Tahoma even more!

  • @behemothsuperknife
    @behemothsuperknife Před 10 lety +1

    I met Mike Fuller about 14 years ago in Reno Nevada. He was very inspirational. The Sparrow Hawk I bought from him. Probably had a handle shaped by Benny. Thank you for filming and posting this.

  • @NewtonWashinton
    @NewtonWashinton Před 5 lety +1

    Tops is my favorite knife, i just bought the Operator Seven, and the Silent Hero, i did not know the knife is almost hand made. Really enjoyed this video.

  • @oldpup4810
    @oldpup4810 Před 10 lety +1

    Wow, all that work done by hand. I have a new appreciation for TOPS.

  • @TacticalOwl7
    @TacticalOwl7 Před 10 lety +4

    One of your best videos yet! I loved watching this.

  • @bikersandbushcraft9545
    @bikersandbushcraft9545 Před 10 lety +1

    I own quite a few Tops knives and you can't beat the quality which makes the price easier to understand.

  • @BushOgre
    @BushOgre Před 8 lety

    Don't know how many times I've watched this video but I'm glad you took the time to make it and glad Tops allowed you in to see the magic.

  • @NATEaBERGERturtle1
    @NATEaBERGERturtle1 Před 10 lety +3

    Out freakin standing dude!

  • @stefanwolf88
    @stefanwolf88 Před 10 lety +14

    After this video my opinion about TOPS knives changed from good quality tools to great quality tools - love to see CNC and skilled hand work go together.
    Thanks and have a great day!

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 4 lety

      Glad you liked the video and I could shed light on your about TOPS ! Hope you got a few more knives from them

  • @dadickin
    @dadickin Před 8 lety +13

    Great video - TOPS is definitely going to be my next purchase. Amazing detail coming from a small, AMERICAN company!

  • @MichaelTravis12c27
    @MichaelTravis12c27 Před 10 lety +6

    That was a great video tour Andy. Thanks for making it! Now I need to go fondle my Tahoma.

  • @TREX3151
    @TREX3151 Před 9 lety +5

    Great video. I bought a Tom Brown Scout awhile ago and that knife is still as good now as it was when new. Loved seeing the process. Before becoming a IT nerd I was a machinist and can appreciate the work and quality I see in this video. Very nice. I don't know which one it will be but my next knife will be a Tops!

  • @Eliteacademyofmartialarts
    @Eliteacademyofmartialarts Před 10 lety +1

    Awesome video. I got my first 2 Tops knives at the 2014 Blade show and I'm very impressed. After watching this video and the work that goes into making a Tops knife, I'm even happier with my purchase.

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 10 lety

      Most folks are just happy with how they perform, but are blown away by the handcrafted quality.

  • @Douphipp455
    @Douphipp455 Před 10 lety +4

    I absolutely love this video! I can't wait to get my hands on a tahoma field knife and a brothers of bushcraft now. Thanks man!

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 10 lety

      The TFK and the BOB seem to be pretty popular these days. Thanks for watching!

  • @MatoNupai
    @MatoNupai Před 10 lety +1

    Andy; thank you very much for uploading this vid; and thanks goes to Tops for allowing you to film the tour.

  • @MrTimmsn
    @MrTimmsn Před 10 lety +1

    I really enjoyed watching this. Tops is doing an outstanding job with their knives!

  • @knifeNguns
    @knifeNguns Před 10 lety +1

    Awesome video! Thanks for taking us along. Great people there at TOPS.

  • @angelheart7643
    @angelheart7643 Před 7 lety

    As a knife collector I have lots of knives. But my Surv TAC 5 and 7 as well as my Tahoma and B.O.B are absolutely outstanding. Thank you Tops for that fine pieces of art.

  • @art-e-mouse6210
    @art-e-mouse6210 Před 9 lety

    All I can say is... Wow! I have a new respect and appreciation for Tops as a whole and it make me like my CSAR-T all that much the more. I'm going to be looking at them again with different eyes. Thanks for the vid! A real eye opener...

  • @michaellaird9262
    @michaellaird9262 Před 10 lety +1

    Fantastic video Andy. Makes you appreciate Tops Knives that much more.

  • @tr0ubl3mak3r
    @tr0ubl3mak3r Před 10 lety

    I love my T.F.K, thanks Andy! And thanks for the tour of the Tops workshop, love your work brother!

  • @markj7579
    @markj7579 Před 10 lety +1

    Great vid. I have two Tops knives and had no idea how much hands-on crafting went into them. I definitely believe Tops is worth every penny now. Thanks again for the video.

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 4 lety

      Thanks for watching Mark. Hope you have a few more you added to your collection

  • @LOADEDF1ST
    @LOADEDF1ST Před 10 lety +10

    This is one sexy video Andy. Its nice to see all the hard work everyone at TOPS does. Leo is prolly my favorite knife designer. He has great designs and he's Latino lol. This video makes me proud to be a TOPS knife owner. Thanks for all your hard work Andy.

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 10 lety +3

      Thanks! It's jaw dropping stuff. The guys n gals at TOPS really make it all come together.

  • @stephenward6886
    @stephenward6886 Před 8 lety +1

    Great video. I recently purchased a Tops Silent Hero. It is by far the best fixed blade I have ever owned. It was really nice seeing the factory tour of the Tops facility and how they create these beautiful knives.

  • @jimspinasbook
    @jimspinasbook Před 10 lety +1

    I have a new found respect for Tops now, thanks!

  • @brianminkc
    @brianminkc Před 6 lety

    Thanks Andy... and thanks TOPS. Awesome blades.

  • @inamess1202
    @inamess1202 Před 10 lety +2

    Great vid!! when I received my TFK, the first thing I inspected was the edge. I could tell it was not done by a machine and it was perfect. nice to see the craftsmanship put into such a wonderful knife.

  • @reinenruud390
    @reinenruud390 Před 10 lety +1

    Great video. Thanks. Love to see the real hand work that is in the knives. +1!

  • @The_Dave_1776
    @The_Dave_1776 Před 10 lety +2

    Absolutely awesome. I love your Tahoma Field Knife design. It is not only a functional design, but positively gorgeous. I can't wait until I can scrape up enough money to get one. Keep up the good work!

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 10 lety +1

      Thanks! You'll really dog the knife once you get it in hand :)

  • @BladesRKing
    @BladesRKing Před 9 lety +1

    I love the "how it's made" videos, especially knives! Have the Tex Creek...now it's just a little more special. Thanks for video!!

  • @shramj
    @shramj Před 4 lety

    Awesome video, love how they make most of it all by hand.

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 4 lety

      Not many of those companies around - so mad respect to them. They are awesome!

  • @ericsmith1737
    @ericsmith1737 Před 4 lety +1

    Great video and what a fantastic American company, I had to break out my TOPS Wild Pig Hunter Blackout Edition while watching and now I appreciate it even more and that says a lot.

  • @ramonvelasquez8431
    @ramonvelasquez8431 Před 4 lety

    The heat treatment and handle guy is such a pro, kudos to that guy!

  • @fred7705
    @fred7705 Před 10 lety +1

    Nice video, i used to think that these knives were expensive for production knives but thanks to your video i see alot of care is being put in these knives. the day will come i ll buy myself this beautiful mocassin ranger knife. again Very nice factory tour video.

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 4 lety

      Everyone of them are touched and it really shows! *thumbs up*

  • @flamaest
    @flamaest Před 4 lety

    Wow, that was a great factory tour. Those guys really know what they're doing.

  • @Spitzrock
    @Spitzrock Před 10 lety +2

    Awesome vid! Well edited and very informative. I won't be wasting my money on cheaper knives when I see the craftsmanship that goes into these knives!

  • @AlexReyes-zb8jf
    @AlexReyes-zb8jf Před 10 lety +1

    Now that sells knifes! !
    Awesome vid Andy!
    Tops has been on my list but this nails it!
    Cheers!

  • @johnstamm5938
    @johnstamm5938 Před 6 lety

    Thank you very much for showing me this I really enjoy it I can watch the stuff for hours I love watching knives guns e made I love CNC machines thank you for showing this to me

  • @willan2451
    @willan2451 Před 8 lety

    Awesome, thanks Andy!

  • @NovaHiker50
    @NovaHiker50 Před 10 lety +3

    Wow, very impressive. I want a Tops knife now!

  • @LtSurvival
    @LtSurvival Před 10 lety +1

    Great tour , nice to see how they make them. good job.

  • @wrjames38
    @wrjames38 Před 6 lety

    Very nice video! You articulate well and your delivery is smooth and not rushed. Good job.

  • @maltasfinest85
    @maltasfinest85 Před 10 lety +2

    Thanks for sharing that Andy
    I have a
    Few TOPS products
    There customer service is as top notch as there products.
    Thanks everyone over at TOPS for a great experience

  • @shinedown394
    @shinedown394 Před 6 lety

    This is a really well done video, thank you!

  • @eagleeeyefull
    @eagleeeyefull Před 10 lety +2

    Great video! I always wondered how they make there knives so sharp and perfectly made.

  • @stephan123321
    @stephan123321 Před 10 lety +3

    A great view behind! Thumbs up!

  • @thevelointhevale1132
    @thevelointhevale1132 Před 4 lety +3

    Amazing .... you really get to appreciate the price point of these knives after the amount of care and attention to detail they go through during the many processes; clearly they are worth every penny!

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 4 lety +1

      That's the whole point of this video :) Thanks for watching!

  • @outthere79stefanobisanti31

    Awesome video man. Thanks! Just ordered the Bob and I can’t wait for it to get here in Japan!!

  • @jrwalker448
    @jrwalker448 Před 10 lety +1

    Solid video Andy, great knife.

  • @gage881
    @gage881 Před 8 lety

    Wow that's awesome love tops knifes and its cool to see the behind the scenes of there operation

  • @betweenfiveandseven
    @betweenfiveandseven Před 10 lety +1

    Topps is about a 4 hour drive from here and I end up traveling through Idaho Falls now and then. I've wanted to see the inside of their operation for a long time. Thanks!

  • @tberkoff
    @tberkoff Před 9 lety +1

    Very professional production and editing of the video. Impressive and very informative.

  • @apb2887
    @apb2887 Před 6 lety

    Love these videos.

  • @Feinhart
    @Feinhart Před 10 lety

    Nice :) thanks for showing your documentary on how Tops and their artists bring this art to life :)

  • @baseballman74
    @baseballman74 Před 10 lety +2

    Wow~ I didn't realize that how much craftsmanship involve to make a knife. I'm beginning to think that my BOB knife is a bargain. And the Tahoma knife isn't expensive after all. Thanks for the awesome vid. Andy!

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 10 lety +2

      It's hard to explain to people without showing them why they cost what they do. I was very fortunate to get the opportunity to go and visit.

    • @bobsullivan5714
      @bobsullivan5714 Před 10 lety +1

      InnerBark Outdoors
      If you ever do a Tahoma Field Knife Collectors Edition that's lazer etched with the signatures of yourself and the Tops Craftsmen who make them......SELL ME ONE WITH LOW SERIAL NUMBERS! Hey, I thought of it first....
      These, in low production volumes, will be serious collectables.

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 10 lety

      *****
      I might do special editions for raffle knives for non profits. Stay tuned.

  • @Dugas1669
    @Dugas1669 Před 9 lety

    That was super cool I enjoyed watching that

  • @norcalprepper8302
    @norcalprepper8302 Před 10 lety +1

    Just love to see quality craftsmanship!

  • @MatteoTSU77
    @MatteoTSU77 Před 10 lety +1

    Amazing! Thks for sharing

  • @knifedrago
    @knifedrago Před 10 lety

    Great tour thanks!

  • @KYBrown100
    @KYBrown100 Před 9 lety +1

    Been thinking about getting one. This video sealed the deal. Thanks!!

  • @pkfrisko29
    @pkfrisko29 Před 8 lety

    great video. I can't wait to buy one

  • @Ch33no
    @Ch33no Před 10 lety +1

    Much more hands on than I would've expected.

  • @aTallCool1
    @aTallCool1 Před 10 lety +1

    Great video tour. I did not realize there would be so much hand working in the making of these.

  • @ascarrillo1
    @ascarrillo1 Před 10 lety +1

    I think I saw my TFK being finished there...ordered her on 23 May 14. You shulda grabbed it for me Andy! Great video as always Andy

    • @innerbarkoutdoors
      @innerbarkoutdoors  Před 10 lety

      They are looking sharp. Keep your eye out! There should be a shipment going out soon :)

  • @alanottley
    @alanottley Před 3 lety

    I know this was made a long time ago, but now I know why I have so many Tops knives!

  • @WhyamIstillwatchingyoutube
    @WhyamIstillwatchingyoutube Před 10 lety +1

    Well im sold!! Thanks Andy!!

  • @Mulukuku74
    @Mulukuku74 Před 10 lety +1

    Cool video Andy, Thanks bro!!!

  • @MickR55
    @MickR55 Před 9 lety

    Very interesting! Thanks for posting the video

  • @dangerusgunvideo1632
    @dangerusgunvideo1632 Před 10 lety

    Thanks for factory tours, I always like to see how they make stuff that i buy:) now it's time to get me some more Tops Knives:)

  • @martywilkinson6722
    @martywilkinson6722 Před 10 lety +1

    Excellent video Andy. Very professionally done. Your cinmatography skills are impressive. I love Tops knives. I have a BOB in G10 and a Tex Creek XL, and both of them are first rate high quality knives. Keep up the good work!

  • @felixmendez6507
    @felixmendez6507 Před 10 lety +1

    Great video! I have a couple Essee knives but they play second string to my Tops BOB. The TFK is def on my Father's Day wish list.

  • @Will-Parr
    @Will-Parr Před 10 lety

    I'm impressed !!!

  • @chrillestefable
    @chrillestefable Před 3 lety

    Great video, thank you!

  • @UziNineMillomeetah
    @UziNineMillomeetah Před 10 lety +1

    what a great company. awesome video!

  • @areyouready22
    @areyouready22 Před 9 lety

    TOPS knives are awesome!

  • @cobrasniper555
    @cobrasniper555 Před 10 lety +1

    Fantastic tour! I just bought my first TOPS (B.O.B, duh!). I also found your channel the same day! Good videos. Keep 'em coming!

  • @redwolfcherokee2660
    @redwolfcherokee2660 Před 8 lety

    just subscribed. enjoy your videos & your great attitude. I like TOPS KNIFES. Now I like them even more.

  • @maika0staretza
    @maika0staretza Před 10 lety +1

    awesome inside view !!!!

  • @brr8888
    @brr8888 Před 6 lety

    Great video, my go to brand for fixed blades!

  • @ranflinestrella413
    @ranflinestrella413 Před 10 lety +1

    I love that knife it looks awesome!!! as soon as i'm able to i will get me one asap!!!

  • @hiroprotagonist525
    @hiroprotagonist525 Před 9 lety +1

    That was great!

  • @SoCalPatriot81
    @SoCalPatriot81 Před 10 lety +1

    very interesting! thnx for the behind the scenes look!

  • @davidharvey5672
    @davidharvey5672 Před 10 lety +1

    Really !! Enjoyed it more if possible please.

  • @haydenbriggs
    @haydenbriggs Před 6 lety

    That's awesome! Love to see that the things that should be done by hand are still done that way. But the things that can be done by a router or milling machine can be done that way as well! I'm about to buy their 107d Dealta Class!

  • @kiltedranger8878
    @kiltedranger8878 Před 10 lety +3

    No wonder their heat treatment rocks...perfected by experience and intuition!