The most used Survival Knife on Naked and Afraid! Good or bad?

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  • The most used Survival Knife on Naked and Afraid! Good or bad?
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Komentáře • 809

  • @SurvivalLilly
    @SurvivalLilly  Před 2 lety +38

    ► Please check out EJ Snyder on CZcams:
    czcams.com/users/EJSnyder333
    ► SXB Knife reviewed in this video:
    ejsnyder.com/sxb-skullcrushers-x-treme-blade/ref/SurvivalLilly
    ►EJ Snyders online survival course:
    ejsnyder.com/product/survival-and-outdoor-skills-series/ref/SurvivalLilly

    • @MarkRuslinzski
      @MarkRuslinzski Před 2 lety

      Other then being naked I would go on that show and most likely win, I would like to do the show alone to

    • @jasonmilam7204
      @jasonmilam7204 Před 2 lety +1

      Well the website doesn't show either of the SX knives you have been using, Lilly. So sad.😮‍💨 Great review though, keep up the great work!!! 🥳

    • @vincedunn9983
      @vincedunn9983 Před 2 lety +1

      He is a great leader.
      I served with him.

    • @robertstrohlin6051
      @robertstrohlin6051 Před 2 lety +1

      Also. I need to point out the fact that Tops Knives Does Not,advertise there blade as the Tom Brown Tracker. Which Should be Copyright Infringement. Whereas every company I have seen selling "His" creation. Sells them as The Tom Brown Tracker. I won't go into the history of this iconic knife which I Love Dearly. As a member of the Artist. Blacksmith Association of North America, a Knife Specialist. Enthusiast and history buff. You don't see Bowie Knives,Not referred to as anything other than Bowies. Do you? I give Tom the credit he is due. I hope you will as well. Because I do like you and you videos.

    • @SurvivalLilly
      @SurvivalLilly  Před 2 lety +3

      @@robertstrohlin6051 the only thing is that Tom Brown was probably not the original inventor of the Tracker knife. Watch this video to see the evidence and website: czcams.com/video/p8J9tnRNAoI/video.html
      Also there is no copyright on knives. they are not patentable.
      Also EJ Snyders tracker looks so much different than the one from Tom Brown.
      Next thing is that all knives are basically "copies" of each other. There are only a few shapes and handfull of grinds. So all look somehow similar. How many companies make machetes that look really similar? but still it is not a copy because there are small differences?

  • @jamesalexander6417
    @jamesalexander6417 Před 2 lety +94

    Hearing Lily describe that big knife sent my mind to dirty places and was absolutely hilarious 🤣

    • @craigcook1571
      @craigcook1571 Před 2 lety +9

      Yea there for awhile I was wondering if it was a knife or something else she was talking/thinking about! 🤪

    • @craigcook1571
      @craigcook1571 Před 2 lety +7

      @@DIRTYdeeds613 wake up brother, your dreaming again, Lol

    • @PappyHolliday
      @PappyHolliday Před rokem +4

      That’s what she said!

    • @warrax111
      @warrax111 Před rokem

      ok, perv.

    • @mbenjamin292
      @mbenjamin292 Před rokem +1

      It's never dirty unless the person is nasty.l9l

  • @xale8702
    @xale8702 Před 2 lety +52

    The reaction to the big knife was priceless 😂
    Great review!

    • @andrew-ij1or
      @andrew-ij1or Před rokem +1

      Priceless reaction.

    • @BeefT-Sq
      @BeefT-Sq Před měsícem

      I bought one. It should be called the John Holmes SXB. 9" of cutting blade 1/4 " thick and tall / long handle = heavy and big. If you have extra money, add it to your collection. I paid $227.00 and it is a beauty but if you are on a budget or a serious outdoorsman, weigh the alternatives such as the Ka-bar fighting knife, Becker BK-9, Ka-bar Kukri, British MOD and the smaller, but sensibly sized, Cold Steel SRK. Of course, the little brother Skullcrusher may be just right for all-around-practical.

  • @SCSlimBoiseID
    @SCSlimBoiseID Před 2 lety +106

    Tops knives are made in my home state of Idaho. We're not just about potatoes here! They offer a very nice line of cutting tools for outdoorsmen. Thanks for giving those two offerings a look. Cheers.

    • @SoloHiker1
      @SoloHiker1 Před 2 lety +2

      I spend alot of time in Mountain Home ID, have to look up this company.

    • @SCSlimBoiseID
      @SCSlimBoiseID Před 2 lety +2

      @@SoloHiker1 Their headquarters is in Ucon, Idaho, which is in the eastern part of the state, 15 miles or so north of Idaho Falls.

    • @Khemtime
      @Khemtime Před 2 lety +4

      Well potatoes aren't going to just cut themselves. Miss Idaho. Outdoor paradise.

    • @Jesuslovesamericans
      @Jesuslovesamericans Před 2 lety +4

      American made Buck knives are also made in Idaho. Respect given.

    • @rfross771
      @rfross771 Před 2 lety +2

      I own several TOPS knives. Love em and live seeing the tops truck rolling through western Montana. If you're into GOOD knives, check out Ruana knives made in Bonner Montana since 1937.

  • @edporter9355
    @edporter9355 Před 2 lety +9

    A great review and presentation Lilly . I absolutely love hearing you laugh which our world needs so much more of these days. Thank you Lilly and please stay safe...Michigan, USA.

  • @ronschramm9163
    @ronschramm9163 Před 2 lety +38

    I lived 20 years in Alaska, 12 in Arizona, did private contracting in Africa, and so far, my favorite knives are two by Cold Steel..they were the made in USA blades. My Cold Steel Recon Tanto is the bomb. It is my go-to field and tactical knife. My other favorite, which I have had going on 30 years, is the Cold Steel LTC Kukri. It was rated a factory second due to a bit of the krayton handle being smooth without checkering and cost me $30.00 in 1990. But I have used and carried it in weather from +120F to -72F and carried in salt water as well. Still holds an edge and works fine.

    • @rook5712
      @rook5712 Před 2 lety +1

      Very few cold steel knives are made in the USA, a couple are but most are made it Japan and Taiwan etc etc, nothing wrong with that I like some cold steel stuff. I have a trail master and several of their hawks

    • @kakashi1234777
      @kakashi1234777 Před 2 lety

      I really like the SRK great knife. Will have to get the recon at somepoint

    • @hildolfrdraugadrottin7279
      @hildolfrdraugadrottin7279 Před 2 lety +1

      Those are both great knives. I've still got my Recon Tanto I bought over 20 years ago, back when they were made in the USA out of Carbon V steel. I did have one of their big Kukris years ago that was a great chopper but it broke at the handle when I was riving some cedar. I was pounding on it pretty hard and it wasn't really designed for such work. Their kukri machetes aren't bad either for lighter work.
      A lot of people think Tantos are only good for one thing but it's no true. I use to do a lot of carving and my Gunsite Tanto was one of my favorites for carving. They were handy for limbing shooting lanes when I didn't have a fixed blade. I liked it so much I bought a second. I wish they still made them because both of mine were stolen. They still make the big tanto folders but imo the new handle design suck.

    • @ronschramm9163
      @ronschramm9163 Před 2 lety +2

      @@hildolfrdraugadrottin7279 I am not a huge fan of folders in general. But, I am restricted at work to an "ordinary" pocket knife. But, to be fair, I use the hell out of my knives. I broke a Buck folder when I was climbing and one of my crampons came loose. I opened the blade one-handed and rammed it in the rock crack. Broke it off levering myself up on it.

    • @hildolfrdraugadrottin7279
      @hildolfrdraugadrottin7279 Před 2 lety

      @@ronschramm9163 I agree I'll almost always pick a fixed blade over a folder.
      But there are times when one doesn't have a fixed blade to use and a good folder comes in handy. I've got a lot of folders but the ones I have the most faith in are the Cold Steel folders because I trust their locks. I've abused them badly and have yet to have one fail.
      I use to do a little free climbing myself and had a close call, it will definitely get your heart racing. Saving yourself with a Buck 110 is pretty impressive. I had one years ago I used a lot on the farm. They are pretty tough knives and back then they were probably the toughest one available. I need to get another one someday, I gave mine to my dad. They make a switchblade 110 now that seems pretty interesting. I'm not a switchblade fan but might make an exception for that one. 😊

  • @winterspirit9620
    @winterspirit9620 Před 2 lety +16

    I love TOPS knives and I have the SXB and cannot wait to see Lilly's take and opinion on it. Awesome stuff coming up.

  • @daniel-oo5jl
    @daniel-oo5jl Před 2 lety +42

    Hi Lilly. Just remember, EJ Snyder is a military veteran and survival instructor. And according to him in a interview, he had a knife break his first go on Naked And Afraid. So he spent time making a blade that met his needs and standards. A knife for survival and combat.

    • @tylersingleton9284
      @tylersingleton9284 Před 2 lety +21

      And to make money off of.

    • @rook5712
      @rook5712 Před 2 lety +5

      I met him at blade show, he seemed like a cool guy

    • @knokname6466
      @knokname6466 Před rokem +7

      @@tylersingleton9284 The man has to make a living some way, may as well do what he knows.

    • @livingiseasywitheyesclosed
      @livingiseasywitheyesclosed Před rokem +1

      He was on lost as one of the mercenaries sent to get Benjamin Linus

    • @Allan_aka_RocKITEman
      @Allan_aka_RocKITEman Před 9 měsíci

      ​@@tylersingleton9284>>> That is called _"earning a living."_

  • @friskywildthing
    @friskywildthing Před 2 lety +10

    Lilly! You’ve got my SXB❤! I’ve got a Tops Tracker, an SXB and some other knives. The SXB is what I’d choose if I had to make do long term with just one knife. I keep it with a rifle on a gun belt for when the cr💩p hits the fan - or for hunting season. BTW, those saw teeth aren’t for sawing, they’re for making notches for building traps, etc.

  • @Ekdog
    @Ekdog Před 2 lety +38

    Lily: Please be a contestant on "Naked and Afraid".

    • @blueduck9409
      @blueduck9409 Před 2 lety +4

      I agee with you. Please, Lilly!

    • @savage22bolt32
      @savage22bolt32 Před 2 lety +3

      Only if I get to go too!

    • @gng4life
      @gng4life Před 2 lety +2

      That would be great!

    • @ironfae
      @ironfae Před 3 měsíci

      I seriously doubt you perverts want to see Lily’s survival skills.
      GROW UP!

    • @BeefT-Sq
      @BeefT-Sq Před měsícem

      I'll settle for just naked. 🥸

  • @jimosage6499
    @jimosage6499 Před rokem +4

    Only a real woodsperson can get that much glee out of a new knife. You're the greatest. Love your videos.

  • @AwesomeFish12
    @AwesomeFish12 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for your honest review Lilly.

  • @d.b.hemlock
    @d.b.hemlock Před 2 lety +2

    Excellent video Lilly. I've had the pleasure of speaking with EJ many times and I made his Hemlock Custom SXB Skullcrusher for him. He is one hell of a guy, larger than life and he's put the SXB Skullcrusher through more torture than anyone else. A do everything knife that would make Rambo blush. Keep up the good work Lilly!

  • @hawkknight4223
    @hawkknight4223 Před 2 lety +3

    I gotta say I am impressed not only that the knife baton an entire actual log. But you did as well. Nice work. And I really like the camo pattern and colors on your backpack.

  • @loverboy4515
    @loverboy4515 Před 2 lety +10

    Lilly seems to be very happy just like when a kid gets chocolates

  • @johnlone207
    @johnlone207 Před 2 lety +4

    My buddy let me used his knife processing a pig, and that blade design is really functional opening up a pig, chopping the feet, etc.

    • @blueduck9409
      @blueduck9409 Před 2 lety +3

      I had a similar experience with a buddy of mine when we went hog hunting. I dont know what was going on with his Gerber, but it was not working. I lent him my Uncle Henry golden spike and it skinned, gutted, and sliced that pig like a hot knife thru warm butter.

    • @johnlone207
      @johnlone207 Před 2 lety +2

      @@blueduck9409 Can't go wrong with Uncle Henry. My first knife was Uncle Henry Hunter growing up in the Philippines in the 80s, my Father got it for me since he worked in the US embassy & had access to the PX. I used the heck of that knife, from cutting elephant/talahib grass to chopping guava branches & carving it to make a slingshot, to butchering chickens, goats, & pigs. Never failed once.

  • @chaaazgould4828
    @chaaazgould4828 Před 2 lety +12

    Similar in design and function to the JAB Ka-Bar “Potbelly” knife, which also comes with a small companion knife. Also 1095, large, weight forward 1/4” blade. Both equally functional in the woods.

    • @arctodussimus6198
      @arctodussimus6198 Před 2 lety

      I have a JAB Potbelly in one of my bags, and would definitely trust my life on it. It’s a good knife. 👍🏻👍🏻

    • @MrDonc78
      @MrDonc78 Před 2 lety

      Ive got one too! You don't hear about them much. I misplaced the scales because i wanted to make some others. Didn't like the looks of the original. If you haven't found out yet, the mora classics fit perfectly in the piggyback sheath. I just got the bark river bravo 3 to replace my choppers tho. My first brkt and Im sold on them.

  • @5trider29
    @5trider29 Před 2 lety +15

    Solid knife review. The knife is similar in design to the Tom Brown Tracker Knife. I first saw that knife in the 2003 film "The Hunted".
    If I had to get a survival type knife, that would be it.

    • @lindasano1552
      @lindasano1552 Před 2 lety

      That what I was thinking as well.

    • @EJSnyder333
      @EJSnyder333 Před rokem

      YESSS AGREED YOU WILL LOVE THE SXB FOR SURVIVAL...ITS THE REAL DEAL OUR THERE!

  • @techguy666
    @techguy666 Před 2 lety +9

    Good review. The teeth on the back are not really meant for sawing, they are useful for making a quick square notch in the wood for traps, snares etc.

    • @SurvivalLilly
      @SurvivalLilly  Před 2 lety +1

      yes for notch making it is perfect

    • @melaniedebagheera7082
      @melaniedebagheera7082 Před 2 lety

      Which you would have to "saw" with the "teeth" on the back. We all know these are not going to be effective at "sawing trees", but you still have to saw to make notches.

  • @anthonypalac3879
    @anthonypalac3879 Před 2 lety +5

    Great content keep up the great work

  • @edhenn9934
    @edhenn9934 Před 2 lety +11

    That ain’t a knife, that’s a short sword and dagger. Really cool ones!

    • @BeefT-Sq
      @BeefT-Sq Před měsícem

      I bought the SXB. No, it is not a sword or dagger in any sense of the word. It is a modification and enlargement of the Tracker-style knife concept. One might be able to accomplish the same tasks with a Kukri for all I know. But this thing is definitely worth adding to a collection.

  • @joannearduin7801
    @joannearduin7801 Před 2 lety +2

    Yes yes more knife reviews love them.

  • @Swearengen1980
    @Swearengen1980 Před rokem +2

    It's more accurate to call the SXB a type of machete, not a knife. My issue with all the popular brands in America, including Tops, is that 1095 is all the rage for survival knives. I have 1095, I like it. It's tough and easy to sharpen? But they don't hold an edge well at all, so as a survival knife, you better know exactly how to sharpen or realign it with natural materials. If you're hiking in the wilderness and only have 1 option in case you get lost, sure the SXB would be great. But if you're making a planned excursion and have options, it's far more logical to take practical, solid fixed blade and a good, lightweight folding saw. Energy expenditure is far less with the folding saw. If you're low on food and water, having to hack and baton wood for fire is a big use of energy. For naked and afraid, I get it. For an average survivalist, a combo of light, practical choices is smarter.

  • @dougrobbins7247
    @dougrobbins7247 Před 2 lety +2

    Love the tracker blade... love it Lilly

  • @sarge8632
    @sarge8632 Před 2 lety +47

    Mora knives work for me at 1/4th the price..

    • @jamieeakin1383
      @jamieeakin1383 Před 2 lety +11

      The price of that SXB will buy you a bucket full of Moras

    • @SilkyXShadowX
      @SilkyXShadowX Před 2 lety +2

      Aint nothin like a mora

    • @larryeddings3185
      @larryeddings3185 Před 2 lety +12

      I love Mora knives, but that is an apples and oranges comparison.

    • @FeeB556
      @FeeB556 Před rokem +3

      Mora is great

    • @jackvoss5841
      @jackvoss5841 Před rokem +2

      I have a couple of Mora knives too. For camp work, they are nice. Cleaning fish, pealing potatoes, cutting sticks for marshmallows, spreading mustard on hotdogs, etc. I don’t try to split wood with one, or any other heavy work. They aren’t designed for that.
      Some may not realize that Lilly, the lady in the video, has designed and sells her own survival knife. It’s a rugged, useful knife. It will handle cooking and camp chores, plus a lot heavier work.
      A knife is a personal choice, and we choose one for our uses. Be proud of your choices.
      Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

  • @TiredOfApathy
    @TiredOfApathy Před 2 lety +2

    7:20 Yup! Thats what she said! (In Michael Scott from "The Office" voice) Hahahahahahaha :) Sorry Lilly, Couldn't help it :D

    • @grover2727
      @grover2727 Před 2 lety

      I like to believe HER reaction and comments were directed to bring us here, she has a fun side . I still remember her very first CZcams video in that thin wetsuit when she come out of the cold water. ( pokies )

  • @forrestsecord7743
    @forrestsecord7743 Před 2 lety +18

    Tom Brown was the original designer of this knife. I highly encourage you to read the numerous books he wrote. He was very influential in the USA outdoor/bushcraft community in the 70's & 80's.

    • @EJSnyder333
      @EJSnyder333 Před 2 lety +1

      Ummm...sorry Tom Brown designed a Great Knife in the Tracker...but this is the SXB was different and even though my knife falls into the Tracker Class of knives it's main influence was TM Hunts M18 which I carried for a years before designing the SXB I have an Origins Video on my You Tube Channel on the SXB and a Review of the M18

    • @EJSnyder333
      @EJSnyder333 Před 2 lety +2

      I do love Tom he's the reason for getting into Tracking back in my Army Days after his books...he's one of the best Trackers alive.

    • @angelicupstart23
      @angelicupstart23 Před 2 lety +4

      @@EJSnyder333 oh yeah, bud. Your knife is WAaaAaay different than the Tom Brown Tracker that it looks almost exactly like.

    • @EJSnyder333
      @EJSnyder333 Před 2 lety +5

      @@angelicupstart23 Yes it is waayyyyyyyy different...it's in the Tracker Style Knife Class based on heavy belly and draw blade design...Tracker has misplaced MHO Tops Tri saw up front SXB are to the rear...Tom Brown Tracker has a curved handle SXB straight....Tom Brown Tracker shorter stumpier with a mere 7 inch blade. The SXB 9.5 Blade longer sleaker with a Skullcrusher at the end of the handle...BUT your right it does look EXACTLY like a Tracker...very observant! Thx for the comment. You rock!

    • @BeefT-Sq
      @BeefT-Sq Před měsícem

      See the videos that show Robb Rossen was the designer and Tom Brown stole the design.

  • @petewatson9866
    @petewatson9866 Před 2 lety +1

    Good 👍 to see the knife reviews are back on

  • @mountaingoattaichi
    @mountaingoattaichi Před 2 lety +2

    Love it!! Great review.

  • @williamwazere
    @williamwazere Před 2 lety +11

    This knife looks to be the style from the late 90's/early 2000s film 'The Hunted' with Tommy Lee Jones and Del Toro (it's a mid level rated film but always liked it for the survivalist and bushcraft themes, inlcuding the line between the two).

    • @youtubevoice1050
      @youtubevoice1050 Před 2 lety +7

      That was the Tom Brown tracker. But you're right, this here was definitely inspired.

    • @jacobbcox1985
      @jacobbcox1985 Před 2 lety +1

      Also made by TOPS

    • @asiapartridge138
      @asiapartridge138 Před 2 lety +1

      I guess is a tracker knock off

    • @jacobbcox1985
      @jacobbcox1985 Před 2 lety

      @@asiapartridge138 Tracker isn't that great to be honest. SXB is a great 1 tool option it has the advantages of a Hatchet and a knife. The Tom Brown Tracker is the most overrated 1 tool option. The best thing about it, is TOPS is the maker and it is quality knife.

    • @asiapartridge138
      @asiapartridge138 Před 2 lety

      @@jacobbcox1985 I never said the tracker was good or bad I said is a knock off the tracker a blind person could see that a mile a away

  • @lycanwhisper2724
    @lycanwhisper2724 Před 2 lety

    Awsome info. Thanks Lily.

  • @louisaziz1235
    @louisaziz1235 Před 2 lety +2

    Lilly...
    Great video. You are correct in choosing the larger of the knives. A large knife can do what a smaller knife can do. But a small knife cannot always perform the same task as a large knife. I also like that the scales can be removed with a tool to fasten into a spear or lance. A lot of thought went into the planning and design of this beautiful tool. Any outdoorsman would be excited (?) to own one of these knives.

  • @KMV007
    @KMV007 Před 2 lety

    The attention to details in these knives is awesome. Amazing tools!

  • @thetovarish100
    @thetovarish100 Před 2 lety

    looking at the happiness on his face and his voice at having such power in his hands (the big knife) made me very happy! congratulations!!

  • @DamianBloodstone
    @DamianBloodstone Před 2 lety

    Great review. I always enjoyed your knife vids and reviews. Thanks.

  • @troymadison7082
    @troymadison7082 Před 2 lety

    Your passion is infectious! Love your videos!

  • @ecttreker9816
    @ecttreker9816 Před 2 lety +2

    "Now That's a knife"
    Love hearing ur infectious laugh. Great review.

  • @johnwyman5939
    @johnwyman5939 Před 2 lety +2

    Totally Awesome looking knife! Nice job on testing it out....

  • @dewaynecummings5210
    @dewaynecummings5210 Před 2 lety

    Great video Lilly, thanks.

  • @omecronrodneydheel349
    @omecronrodneydheel349 Před 2 lety

    Hey I just got thru watching your surviving the Canadian wilderness video and went to comment and they were turned off. So here goes....WOW. that was quite an adventure you had. I'm glad you are safe. Thank you again for sharing this and all your great content.

  • @themoosehillclimb8829
    @themoosehillclimb8829 Před 11 měsíci

    I need the SXB in my life. That would be a great addition to my collection! Excellent video and reviews Lilly! Keep sharing!

  • @Tmaxar
    @Tmaxar Před rokem +1

    These designs are essentially modifications of the kukri knife shape. A kukri chops like this and cuts like this. Has a better curve than the sudden shift in blade shape.

  • @lnfirefang6207
    @lnfirefang6207 Před 2 lety +6

    I have a cold steel srk compact, and it is about the same size as the smaller knife. The bigger knife is more like a machete than a knife. Anyway, great video Lily!

    • @EJSnyder333
      @EJSnyder333 Před 2 lety +1

      Def NOT a machete...the blade is only 9.5 Inches and Weighs 26 oz....Oz.... that to a issued military machete

  • @AB-C1
    @AB-C1 Před 2 lety

    Excellent video again Lilly! 👍❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

  • @benw2569
    @benw2569 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome review.

  • @danielwalker3319
    @danielwalker3319 Před 2 lety

    Great review ma'am, it looks good in your hand! I wasn't aware of the baby SXB. I have the big SXB, it's a beast no doubt! Best wood processing/demo tool I've ever owned!

  • @sarakajira
    @sarakajira Před 11 měsíci +2

    These are cool knives. But I always have to kinda wonder what people think they're going to be "surviving" from? Genuine survival knives come from the military, most often with pilots who need a sturdy knife when ejecting into hostile territory and need to S.E.R.E. (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape) their way back to friendly lines, or a safe evac point. But civilians on the other hand? Like I work on a mountain in Oregon and I see people doing long hikes on the Timberline Trail and Pacific Crest Trail all the time. People who need evacuating are not in some sort of S.E.R.E. situation. Instead they get into situation where they fall, or injure themselves, or run out of water. Sometimes I wonder what everyone thinks they are "prepping" for? It does seem a bit like LARPing in the woods at a certain point.

  • @petewatson9866
    @petewatson9866 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Lilly, Another excellent upload.👌👌👍👍

  • @RS4393
    @RS4393 Před 2 lety +10

    I plan to eventually get the knife you designed. Until I can afford that I'll keep using my BPS Adventurer. Absolutely love everything about my Adventurer but I'm sure I'll be equally as impressed with your knife.

    • @jamesdotson9006
      @jamesdotson9006 Před 2 lety +1

      I bought a APO-1 survival Lilly knife six months ago , very well made , worth the 170 dollars to get it shipped to you.

    • @richardhenry1969
      @richardhenry1969 Před 2 lety +3

      I'm a big fan of the bps adventurer myself. Really can't beat the quality for the price. I carry that and a bigger blade usually when I go camping. But if I only had the adventurer I don't feel like there is anything I couldn't do. Probably the sharpest knife I have.

    • @TheIndyspace
      @TheIndyspace Před 2 lety +4

      Those BPS Knives are awesome 😍👍, and you're helping a Ukrainian small business.

    • @ianbruce6515
      @ianbruce6515 Před rokem +1

      Love the BPS adventurer! And the other BPS knives.

  • @robertgolden1080
    @robertgolden1080 Před 2 lety

    Excellent test and review. Outstanding video.

  • @sam2943
    @sam2943 Před 2 lety

    Good review. Can't wait for more knife reviews.

  • @jeffroyer869
    @jeffroyer869 Před 2 lety +3

    I have two Tops knives
    Very very good heat treating process
    My knives have remained very sharp even after hard use like chopping things

  • @jeffsherk7056
    @jeffsherk7056 Před rokem

    Hearing your laughter in this video gave my spirits a lift. I'm so happy to see you enjoying your work. I know you have expressed an interest in appearing on Naked and Afraid on TV. I don't think I could watch you endure days of hunger and suffer from thousands of bug bites. I enjoy watching you do what you love, but watching you suffer would be terrible.

  • @mikehutchison9589
    @mikehutchison9589 Před 2 lety

    Great road test. Thanks Lilly

  • @rayjon68
    @rayjon68 Před 2 lety

    WOW!!! Those are amazing Knifes. Thank You for the illustration. I love your channel.

  • @BigPictureYT
    @BigPictureYT Před 10 měsíci +1

    I've found that a Swede saw is much more efficient that any chopping device. I wish that they would incorporate a Swede saw into the entire spine of the knife.

  • @oxxnarrdflame8865
    @oxxnarrdflame8865 Před 2 lety +1

    Love them both (and yours).
    XSB is a one tool option and definitely the blade to take if you’re going to be on “naked and afraid” 😊

  • @chrisandrews7608
    @chrisandrews7608 Před 5 měsíci

    I’ve been a fan for years, started viewing on my iPhone. This is quality content over the years, much respect. I loved her polar dip survival video, bow videos, and her tropical catch and eat videos.

  • @ninjazxd
    @ninjazxd Před 2 lety +4

    Also it may do it like my tracker does but you can pull the knife toward you up the stick like a draw knife and it makes really awesome curls for tinder.

  • @toddk1377
    @toddk1377 Před 2 lety +2

    I bought the SXB when it was first released by TOPS. I have used and abused this knife to much more of an extreme than I have with any of my other knives. I've broken many and damaged even more, lol. The SXB has been the only one to not bend, break, or anything other than perform as usual.
    The nylon sheath definitely sucks, but an aftermarket kydex sheath is well worth it.
    The saw back is awesome for making really quick notches, especially for tent stakes.
    Another feature I really like about the SXB are the lanyard holes. Being able to run a Paracord lanyard from the front bottom hole to the rear lanyard hole truly makes this knife easy to handle as it keeps your hand locked on to the handle. No worries of slipping or sending the knife sailing in the distance when chopping, which I've seen people do before. Another feature is the blade design itself. The large sweep makes for easy chopping, but when used in other ways, skinning and processing game is very easily done.
    My experience with TOPS has definitely been good. A top tier manufacturer imo, as they pay close attention to detail and their quality is amazing. I've only had one TOPS knife fail, which was the Silent Hero. The last inch and a half of the blade bent while batoning a piece of oak. It didn't break, it just bent. When contacted, the customer service lady was very polite, she quickly took note of the issue and told me what to do. Needless to say I sent the bent knife in and got a new one. I did the same test again and this time no problems at all. Just have to keep in mind TOPS does a differential heat treat so the edge is harder than the spine, allowing the knife to bend under stress instead of breaking. They also do this by hand, so it's not a perfect system, but imo, it's what set them apart from other manufacturers who's process is more automated and less hands on.

  • @darrenparkes9805
    @darrenparkes9805 Před 2 lety

    This was an excellent review, you have done well

  • @frxa2739
    @frxa2739 Před 2 lety

    Lilly your laughter at silly situations is contagious 😆! Please keep smiling and thnx for reviewing these knives.

  • @MacMcNurgle
    @MacMcNurgle Před 2 lety +1

    Knife collector here. More of a tool collector really. Axes, machetes, hammers etc. Would love to see more reviews. Thanks.

  • @janetwithers7427
    @janetwithers7427 Před 2 lety

    Those are 2 really nice knives. Thanks for the reviews. 💖

  • @happynurse8706
    @happynurse8706 Před 2 lety

    Just came across your channel looking at Bows. Love your reviews thank you Lily

  • @yfryt69
    @yfryt69 Před 2 lety +2

    Good luck sharpening them in the field with small diamond block or stone. IMO flat grinde, simple shape of blade rocks!

    • @EJSnyder333
      @EJSnyder333 Před 2 lety +1

      Done it maby many times with river stones and other steel knives spines in the field. But Sharpens Best is a good fast choice plus I've used regular sharpening stones. Life long Knife users always can get the job done. But I see ur concern...it's a regular question

  • @BushBear
    @BushBear Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Lilly, thank you for this impressive knive-presentation and -review. Because i am a big guy, i like the SXP a lot. But as always i have to say: So many cool knives, so little money.
    But thanks to you, that i could see it at least. LG

  • @innerthoughts1706
    @innerthoughts1706 Před 2 lety +9

    When you be like: "that's not a knife" then pull out the bigger one: "that's a knife"
    😂 love you lily 🇺🇸

    • @BeefT-Sq
      @BeefT-Sq Před měsícem

      The SXB is roughly equal in length to the Becker BK-9 and the Onterio Spec Plus Survival Bowie. The major differences are in blade thickness, skullcruser pommel and blade hight. All of that equals weight. Needless to say, the Tracker-style configuration distinguishes it from the aforementioned.

  • @nordicson2835
    @nordicson2835 Před 2 lety +5

    As a Marine , l have to say there isn't a thing that can't be done with a KBar ... l have made my own sheathing for it but l do hear alot if disagreement with my position , good review , it is a very cool looking knife effective knife like the ability to affix it to a spear. Thank you.

    • @SurvivalLilly
      @SurvivalLilly  Před 2 lety +4

      The kbar rocks !

    • @nordicson2835
      @nordicson2835 Před 2 lety +4

      @@SurvivalLilly l love you 😍!

    • @EJSnyder333
      @EJSnyder333 Před 2 lety +4

      Semper Fi carried K Bars for years...even tho I was a Ranger

    • @Nebula_Bass
      @Nebula_Bass Před 2 lety +1

      When I started out doing outdoor survival/bushcraft or what ever you wanna call it alls we had was kbar like knives mine was a Case usmc with the guard cut off

    • @BeefT-Sq
      @BeefT-Sq Před měsícem

      While the K-bar might do the job, I suspect that the SXB will be superior for chopping like an axe.

  • @robertstrohlin6051
    @robertstrohlin6051 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Lily, I don't need to give the world my credentials I just want to tell you that I am a trained knife fighter and ex-military. But that is not why I am commenting today. What is bothering me is the fact that you're not giving credit where it is due. The knife that you are reviewing is a Tracker knife designed and created by Tom Brown jr. Now I am very happy you're giving the tracker itself a good review but I feel that you must make note that this knife was created solely by Tom Browne and the anything after is a copy no matter how well it's made or by who. I just needed to mention that I also couldn't sleep tonight.

  • @robertrobert7924
    @robertrobert7924 Před rokem +1

    Both knives are nice. But the BEAST is a great combination of knife, machete, axe, saw and drawknife. A big multipurpose tool. As an American, I would rather have a Bowie Knife and a tomahawk with a hammer poll, but that is probably because I am so familiar with their use as a Mountain Man re-enactor of the American Fur Trade Era for 30 years. Lily, you should visit a Rendezvous re-enactment Encampment pf the Colonial/Rocky Mountain Fur Trade Era in the USA. I know you would love it. There may even be groups that do this in Germany.

  • @BravoJulietAlpha
    @BravoJulietAlpha Před 2 lety

    Great job Lilly!

  • @graynano8695
    @graynano8695 Před 2 lety

    I haven't been on here much lately so idk when you hit it, but congratulations on 1 million!!! ❤

  • @wearandtear6692
    @wearandtear6692 Před 2 lety

    I will get such a tracker knife one day, maybe in a trade or so. My gear philosophy is more to keep knives small and instead also bring a specialized tool (i.a. a hatchet and definitley a saw). Under a pure survival viewpoint a one tool option might be great though. Thank you for showing, your hard work and dedication. Greatings from a fellow Austrian, Markus :-)

  • @samstewart4444
    @samstewart4444 Před 2 lety +1

    Good review.

  • @marodriguezsr
    @marodriguezsr Před 2 lety

    Great review Lilly & awesome knives. Take care & keep enjoying the great out of doors. - Marco

  • @mratlguy
    @mratlguy Před 2 lety

    At 5:39 she said, "wow, look at this! It's really big. Oh my God! 🤣🤣🤣

  • @joannearduin7801
    @joannearduin7801 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video you are so real lots of fun

  • @asaaaa489
    @asaaaa489 Před 2 lety +3

    One lesson I learned in life that I can share with you is, be naked, but don’t be afraid while naked 🙏🏾 god bless you all

  • @nicholaskarako5701
    @nicholaskarako5701 Před 2 lety +8

    Even though I am sure TV shows like Naked and Afraid must get thousands of people applying to their show each season. You seem just as qualified as the small percentage of people that actually have the necessary survival skills that don't for what ever reason make on the show. Why you haven't been selected for the show yet is anyone's guess. In one of your videos you made a comment about maybe you're English speaking skills weren't good enough. I haven't had any problems understanding you so keep applying and hopefully you'll get picked to be on the show.

  • @Wolf-xu1fj
    @Wolf-xu1fj Před 2 lety +1

    There is a lesson here guys, one knife is big and one knife is small, they can both do the job

  • @chrisdegraaf8515
    @chrisdegraaf8515 Před rokem

    Great video and very informative. Keep up the good work and give us a follow up later if you still use it. I just purchased the sxb and can't wait to get it in my hands.

  • @johnthomas4096
    @johnthomas4096 Před 2 lety +15

    This knife was designed by Tom Brown jr back in the 70s
    An amazing outdoorsman and tracker!
    His books are filled with a wealth of knowledge!

    • @joerodriguez3002
      @joerodriguez3002 Před 2 lety +1

      I was going to say the same.

    • @bobhabsolute4995
      @bobhabsolute4995 Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you for educating the younger.

    • @EJSnyder333
      @EJSnyder333 Před rokem

      Ummmm it's not Tom Browns Little Tracker....It's MY SXB design a much bigger and different knife

    • @bushcraftcostarica808
      @bushcraftcostarica808 Před rokem +1

      Rob Russon actually invented the Tracker design, Tom Brown made a lot of money off of it.

    • @davidglazener7921
      @davidglazener7921 Před rokem

      ​@@bushcraftcostarica808 SO TRUE!!!!

  • @Dracobyte
    @Dracobyte Před rokem

    You have gained a new subscriber!

  • @savage22bolt32
    @savage22bolt32 Před 2 lety +3

    The larger knife seems to have more horse power!
    Like a 357 magnum vs a 38 special.

  • @royberry4981
    @royberry4981 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks Lilly. For the knife review. And I take your carbon knife with Me on all my canoe trips in Boundary waters Mn USA . I can trust it . My next trip. End of June , Ill be 70 yr old ,how cool is that . Keep up the great vids . Roy Boy

  • @GOBRAGH2
    @GOBRAGH2 Před 2 lety +1

    I've never seen a knife as large as a monster truck. Imagine seeing that sticking out of your back pants pocket. :)

  • @STUFFWEDO
    @STUFFWEDO Před 2 lety

    Great knife. Thanks for sharing.

  • @starlingblack814
    @starlingblack814 Před 2 lety

    Good review Lilly; I agree, the larger knife would be my choice too. Thanks for a fun video.

  • @sifusasdo2314
    @sifusasdo2314 Před 2 lety

    Cool Video 👍
    Thank U for the Info and the Links 👍
    I love Tops ordered Allrounder 7 month ago at Böker the Storm Vector the Yacare and the Slingshot..still waiting 😢

  • @Waldhandwerk
    @Waldhandwerk Před 2 lety

    Coole Messer und Vorstellung liebe Lilly! Interessantes Design! Von dem Rundling abzuspalten hat mich beeindruckt. Schönen Sonntag dir und euch! Sepp

  • @MIAPhilly
    @MIAPhilly Před rokem

    Lilly was practicing for "Blacked" in this review. She read the script beautifully and i imagine get reaction will be genuinely the same once filming starts lol

  • @mikaaalto3135
    @mikaaalto3135 Před 2 lety +1

    "It is really big! Oh, my God!" - Lilly, 2022.

  • @briansherrillruralliving9708

    I'm sure it's a quality knife, I have no doubt on that. I just don't care for that blade design. Keep in mind I'm your typical old school woodsman so I adapt to changes very slowly hahaha 😆

    • @EJSnyder333
      @EJSnyder333 Před 2 lety +2

      Brian I hear ya...I built it after my knife broke in Africa and I was like oh helllll no never again...poor K Bar...I abused it and push it too far my fault

    • @briansherrillruralliving9708
      @briansherrillruralliving9708 Před 2 lety +1

      @@EJSnyder333 I have to admit I am interested in it. I have so many knives I normally don't even pay attention but this is an interesting knife. I'm not sure about the blade design but I'm interested. Where do you get these knives? You know I need another knife like a hole in the head but can you have too many knives? Lololol

    • @briansherrillruralliving9708
      @briansherrillruralliving9708 Před 2 lety +1

      @@EJSnyder333 oh and I just subscribed to your channel😉

  • @ferrisbueller9991
    @ferrisbueller9991 Před 2 měsíci

    7:00 The meme of You vs the guy she told you not to worry about. A truly nematic moment, don't know the level of self awareness lol/ Great vid.

  • @mcporter03
    @mcporter03 Před 2 lety +2

    A good test, nice attitude!

  • @ms.annthrope415
    @ms.annthrope415 Před 2 lety

    Hey Lilly, those snaps are most likely the "snap the dot" design. It will pull off easily on one side but will be very difficult to peel off if you're pulling off thr other side. Same with snapping it back. Place it on one side and press it across to the other side. If you look at the button, you shoukd see a dot on the outside or a dot on the back inside. The purpose is to prevent accidental opening.
    Those holes on the handle is for attaching a hand/wrist strap. Yes it can be used to strap to a pole to make a spear but it works better as a wrist strap.

  • @ShoeManReview
    @ShoeManReview Před 2 lety

    Those snaps are designed to snap together uneven. The part of the snap that is closest to the end of the loop snaps down after you push the other side of the snap down first. You can see that the snap top is not round there is kinda crimped looking and that is the part that you push down first and then push the other side. It makes it lock in and is harder to unsnap unless you pull the correct side first. Congrats on 1 Million subs!!!

  • @CS-in3pg
    @CS-in3pg Před 2 lety

    Lilly, a well done test in all regards of what are quality durable useful knives for EDC and the apocalypse. You did, however, have me blushing and laughing so hard when you got so excited about the bigger knife and the "Strip Test" tip test!!! 🤣😍

  • @chrishamberg8028
    @chrishamberg8028 Před 2 lety

    I have the tanto tracker, and polish tracker from GCS Custom Knives. I never see people talking about GCS Knives, but these trackers are awesome. Absolutely love them.