Japanese woodsmen and hunters carried these knives in old days. They work as a wood chopper, an emergency weapon, a game dressing knife, and a utilitarian knife. They have versatility. Thanks.
@tylerwilliams2272
2 жыл бұрын
@virtuovice i have never heard of Toyokuni but I have many Kanetsune bushcraft knives which look identical, is there any relationship between these two brands?
@arielgarcia5065
2 жыл бұрын
@@tylerwilliams2272 I don't think so they just look identical because traditions. Just like nata hatchets and stuff which also look similar no matter the brand
@virtuovice
12 жыл бұрын
I am a Japanese and I want to support Japanese traditional knife makers in general. I guess western people like full tang construction very much for choppers. But I prefer Japanese short tang and ring construction very much for choppers because it shifts the balance pretty forward and is still tough enough. And I feel the Japanese wood sheath very cool. But my favorite Toyokuni company doesn't have its English website while Kanetsune has. I prefer Toyokuni personally and made this video. Thanks.
@plank3000
11 жыл бұрын
"This knife is defeated in the test" best review ever
@thomasjefferson1457
7 жыл бұрын
I stumbled onto this video and I was happy to see such a unique and interesting knife that shows how different cultural idea's can be a thing of beauty. I love the design of the handle that is both unique and practical. I like the wood sheath idea and the use of copper to reinforce it. Something you don't see very often in the United States is wooden sheaths. Very interesting.
@SurvivalRussia
11 жыл бұрын
One of the most interesting knives i have seen for a while. Thanks for posting it. Regards, Lars
@StephenAR
4 жыл бұрын
Never noticed you watched him too! Cheers from Australia
@SurvivalRussia
4 жыл бұрын
@@StephenAR I don't comment a lot :)
@ernesthemingway9094
10 жыл бұрын
I LOVE THAT KNIFE. But then again... I love just about everything Japanese. Thanks for video.
@bigbuglicker
12 жыл бұрын
"Prejudices are what fools use for reason." Voltaire
@bodhi974
3 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel. Had to subscribe. I really love that knife. I am going to try and track one down for myself! Keep up the excellent videos.
@dewaynechappell4767
7 жыл бұрын
I just got my Frontier 150 from Toyokuni with Japanese evergreen oak handle and Japanese Magnolia ovovata case a great knife double edge tosa original steel 6 mm thick 5 and fourth inch blade. I love it. Thanks for turning me on to Toyokuni. I have watched you for a few weeks now and say to you thanks and told toyokuni that you are the reason I buy from them or even know of them. Thanks again. Pistol Packin Preacher from Tennessee USA. God Bless You in the name of Jesus.
@AwesomeCowface
11 жыл бұрын
This man has the best KZitem comments I've ever seen, without acting sad or pathetic, just telling people what he knows. Maybe partially because people who watch videos on weapons are intelligent enough to not hate on those who give.
@ianfeltell9041
10 жыл бұрын
Loved the review! Typical Japanese attention to detail, with an element of the olde Bushido Spirit! Thank you Sensie! Ian
@Antipodean33
12 жыл бұрын
The Japanese make very good quality tools. The stories i've read about the samuri sword makers is fascinating, the effort time and love they put into their work is second to none. Great culture
@dlrmon1
10 ай бұрын
I miss you’re old collection videos. Survival, Bushcraft and/or Hunting favorites. Any chance of a few 2023 updates???
@SamuraiChris78
8 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous knife!
@virtuovice
11 жыл бұрын
We have many survival stories from bear attacks. They survived it even if wounded heavily. All the survivors had a hatchet. When a single chop hit a bear, it will get away almost always. All the killed people didn't carry anything. So almost all the fresh water fishermen and wild edible plant or mushroom gathering people carry a hatchet in the forests. It is very famous and popular in Japan. Thanks.
@NeillWylie
9 жыл бұрын
stunning bit of kit!
@Flippinfunwaffle
10 жыл бұрын
That Japanese survival knife looks awesome!
@1USASOLDIER
10 жыл бұрын
I really like that knife. Your review was excellent. Thank you for your attention to detail.
@javiercapo9667
10 жыл бұрын
I just stumbled across this video today, job well done. I am looking into Toyokuni now. I love the design and the sheath. Thank you for sharing.
@javiercapo9667
10 жыл бұрын
Just subscribed to your channel.
@Frostliche
11 жыл бұрын
Knife looks incredible.
@YasumotoUS
11 жыл бұрын
Well-stated, sir. Let's stick to the present day and figuring out which tools can best serve our outdoor needs.
@Ubermacht334
9 жыл бұрын
Your knife is a very beautiful knife with a traditional and functional design. In a way, it reminds me of some traditional western "cowboy" style knives. I really enjoyed the test. Thank you.
@blatantmisconception
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing. I am like a racoon, I am attracted to shiny metals, so I really like the copper bands
@parigino60
7 жыл бұрын
Un progetto perfetto. Affidabile, di qualità e romantico. Ciao!
@WalkingCasino
11 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for your videos. As always they have taught me so much. They are great to watch and relax with after a hard day of work.
@julesthurongi1223
8 жыл бұрын
Beautiful piece sir!
@RonRay
12 жыл бұрын
I have always wanted one of those knives. Very sweet knife! Thank you for demonstrating it.
@What_If_We_Tried
7 жыл бұрын
Excellent knife performance demonstration, and I enjoyed learning about the [classic] style of Japanese survival knives. Thank-you...
@joemazmo7981
10 жыл бұрын
Good, informative video. I liked the look of the Japanese knife but then again I do admire Japanese craftsmanship. Thanks again Dr.
@virtuovice
13 жыл бұрын
@MisterMinnesota I have never batoned wood with a Japanese style knife. However I have ever chopped wood with a Japanese style hatchet with the same connection between the blade and handle many times. And then No play took place in the connective portion, never. From that experience I guess its construction is tough enough to be batoned. I am not sure but guess. Thank you.
@virtuovice
11 жыл бұрын
Almost all of Japanese fresh water trout fishermen carry this kind of knife to protect themselves from a bear attack. It is basically an emergent weapon and isn't used much. As a wood tool we traditionally use a square blade called Nata hatchet. The both has the same tang, pins, and ring construction and it holds well. But in many cases the ring gets loose after some uses. But it doesn't result in loosening the blade because the ring doesn't move forward pinched between the handle and the blade.
@officialjbbeverley
6 жыл бұрын
Your videos are always great! Many thanks!
@Julian-bq9qv
9 жыл бұрын
lovely knife. And only the Japanese would think to make a real decorated wooden saya for even a smaller knife, because they like to put beauty into every detail. And the brass pins are well done, like metal mekugi. So nice!
@rpergola101
6 жыл бұрын
Julian 3 is
@Fretfeeler
11 жыл бұрын
Thank you for another great video! Looks like another great knife, and I also like what you did to your BK-2!
@user-no5yc2sp8e
5 жыл бұрын
when only this is being sharpened beautifully,it's an artwork.
@themoodybobby1
11 жыл бұрын
I want that knife!!!!! Watched this video several times and just love the looks of it.
@thiagocorrealobo
5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful, it's a pieace of art.
@snickelfritz4179
5 жыл бұрын
I like the fact that Japanese value round handles on so many of their knives. I am a big fan of the French Opinel design for exactly that reason.
@golfdom1987
12 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous knife. Looks like a real work-horse!
@xSHIELDBREAKERx82
7 жыл бұрын
The blade style is called a clip point. It is designed for piercing ease without having to create a tanto style blade thus saving the belly of the blade. Wonderful video and knife as always :)
@jamesmustang144
11 жыл бұрын
Konichiwa. Lived in Japan for 5 years with my family. We climbed to the summit of Mount Fuji and have the Fuji sticks. Japan is an incredible country. Enjoyed your knife video.
@mrapple3702
9 жыл бұрын
Beautiful knife.
@jeremiahb22
2 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your videos. Thank-you for your time. Keep up the good work.
@StarshipSmoochers
11 жыл бұрын
I´ve just ordered one for testing, thank you for sharing!
@MrSteveC
11 жыл бұрын
In my opinion the Japanese truly are the blade masters of the world. These knives are amazing, good video, thanks.
@8099jc
11 жыл бұрын
Hey virtuovice. I watch your videos all the time. Thanks for taking the time to show us your skills. I've picked up allot of things from your videos especially the differences between knives and how to get a good edge on them. Thanks gain
@nutsforknives
13 жыл бұрын
Just like you said, that knife is sweet! Thanks for showing Japanese knives. It is very refreshing!
@MrTLobo
10 жыл бұрын
Beautiful knife!
@MrPeter0201
11 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience! We all have a rich resource available because of what you produce. Thanks again!
@schlaznger8049
9 жыл бұрын
Hey man I really enjoyed your video. Thank you for such a good detail on everything and have a great day!
@TheKimjoh560
6 жыл бұрын
You can tell this video is recorded in asia because other youtubers from 2010 were using potatoes to film thier videos. This is excellent quality fotage for this era. Awesome knife, awesome video. As always :)
@samthompson593
11 жыл бұрын
entire conversation went right over your head. thanks for playing.
@CupcakePyro
12 жыл бұрын
I LOVE the wooden sheath. The knife is awesome as well. Great video.
@papatorr3669
9 жыл бұрын
I love watching your videos, great reviews, good info, watching helps me relax. I hunted and got a Sika deer in Texas USA back in 1996; 220 yds with a 300 Win Mag. I still have the mounted head.Win Mag too expensive for me now. I backed down to a 30-06, then .270, now I have a .308 and .243. Thanks for the Videos.
@virtuovice
11 жыл бұрын
I understand what you meant very well now.
@6brettes
10 жыл бұрын
beautiful japanese handmade knife the lamination makes it very hard interior spine softer edges excellent flexibility and hardness combination! love the copper and wood combination i have never seen one so flashy and nice!! lovely in sunlight!
@Mr2at
11 жыл бұрын
Real quality kit. Makes Bear Grylls knifes look like toys.
@digitalartwerks
13 жыл бұрын
Wow.. I love the details of this beautiful knife. Thanks for sharing.
@frankdrebin1023
12 жыл бұрын
I don't ever want this guy mad at me. Nice knife.
@ratroddiesels1981
9 жыл бұрын
i like your japanese knife very high quality. your english is very good better than some americans.
@insomb
9 жыл бұрын
haha
@scouttroop291
6 жыл бұрын
はい yes
@trollgoal
13 жыл бұрын
that is a gorgeous knife!!!
@qlcmusic
11 жыл бұрын
Love that knife and sheath, beautiful design.
@BushWhackinIt
11 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all of the reviews that you do, I have learned a lot. From Canada.
@virtuovice
11 жыл бұрын
You say the greatest idea in the shortest.
@cbarsonfire
12 жыл бұрын
Very nice traditional heavy knife. I like the shape of the blade and handle.
@deceptivepanther
13 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. Beautiful blade.
@thetoxicmonkey22
11 жыл бұрын
Beautiful knife and great vid!!
@727rumble
11 жыл бұрын
That was the nicest 2x4 I have ever seen.
@z3160200
13 жыл бұрын
that is a really beautiful knife, it looks very functional as well.
@MrPrimitiveman
11 жыл бұрын
beautiful blade and sheath. truely functional art
@crampip
13 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness! I got the exact japanese knife you have there. Its super super cool. I Love it!
@49giants3
7 жыл бұрын
That is a beautiful Japanese knife. Thanks for sharing
@KeithPetrone
11 жыл бұрын
Wow... that knife is beautiful.
@EDINBURGSTAR
13 жыл бұрын
Fantastic knives.
@kderules
13 жыл бұрын
thanks i enjoyed your clip. both good knifes.
@mikebondurant1772
11 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your prompt reply. I love the knife and it will be displayed with my 600 year old tanto...the new and the old.
@thomasjefferson1457
3 жыл бұрын
Very unique and beautiful knife.
@Endogamy
9 жыл бұрын
You have an excellent channel. Thank you.
@bobhatesrainbows
11 жыл бұрын
That is a beautiful knife.
@hyonjun
11 жыл бұрын
That Japanese knife is dopeeee. Nice knife! Looks comfortable with interesting character in the design. Natural materials are a nice touch.
@sae1095hc
13 жыл бұрын
A beautiful knife! I think I'd put some boiled linseed oil or tung oil on that sheath, if it's not varnished, to prevent cracking. After a few years the copper will oxidize to a beautiful patina.
@Masterfighterx
6 жыл бұрын
Isn't the black part the Kurouchi? Which is the ''blacksmith finish'' where they leave on the scales from the forging. And the 2 tones on the bevel is the 2 types of steel, if you take a stone that's soft enough you can make the softer jacket steel have a matte finish while it isn't hard enough to scratch the core steel.
@kendon81
12 жыл бұрын
Thanks..... i will keep that in mind for when i do decided to order it but at the moment i am just browsing and admiring well made knifes, lack of funds :D
@NorwegianKnifeDude
11 жыл бұрын
I love the design of japanese knives! A Kanatsune knife is on my wishlist.
@chiefchipstick7320
8 жыл бұрын
Beautiful knife! Great video. :)
@mu99ins
11 жыл бұрын
That is a beautiful wood sheath. I love the copper, since I am a retired pipe fitter who has worked with copper extensively. I have an old Cold Steel Tanto II, San Mai III, made in Japan. The black leather sheath is okay, but the knife deserves better. I am considering making a similar oak sheath for it, but it would have to be longer, slimmer and curved. New topic - I found a uTube video on Knife Research "Rasul". Here is the exact title, "KR Rasul - Taglio perno da 8mm di diametro"
@iammorbius4925
9 жыл бұрын
The hilt on the Japanese knife is good. It prevents the fingers from sliding forward onto the blade, if the handle is wet with water or blood or whatever. All knives should have this guard.
@alexbedel6320
8 жыл бұрын
+Benjamin Dover A lot of knives do...
@zackworrell535
9 жыл бұрын
the Japanese knife is a true piece of art. BK 2 stamped out knife for everybody else.
@virtuovice
13 жыл бұрын
@pelahale Thank you very much for your comment. Honestly I did the same test on the Japanese knife next morning and the result was worse. The swing moment of BK2 is far stronger than the Japanese knife, so the BK2 chops wood very fast. But to think of actual utility in survival situation, I don't think the Japanese one is far behind BK2. I love its light weight and easy handling.
@sevendays00
13 жыл бұрын
that is an awesome knife!!
@skullcollector29
11 жыл бұрын
That is a Sweet very nice knife I love the design..!
@bossmodus5020
8 жыл бұрын
Nice Knife 👍
@brk932
8 жыл бұрын
17850 yen ... that's about $165 ... considering the steel qualiy that's a fair price .. Hitachi Aogami is better than O1 ... probably has similar qualities to 52100 ... but heat treating is crucial for both ... 52100 can be on the brittle if it's not well heat treated ..excellent edge retention and wear resistance, very fine grained ... tougher and generally better than Shirogami (except for edge retention) because of alloying
@Ray-se1fy
6 жыл бұрын
Subbed. Love this channel. Greetings from Germany to Japan!
@arielgarcia5065
2 жыл бұрын
No matter if it was defeated. Still a very functional knife which can do almost everything
@metalflesh1
8 жыл бұрын
Great work.
@notsuferatu
12 жыл бұрын
that is a really beautiful knife
@NeillWylie
12 жыл бұрын
Lovely looking blade.
@BushCampingTools
3 жыл бұрын
People are going to hate me but that Becker is just about useless for mot jobs around the camp. 5mm, 1mm down from 6 makes a big difference. I own several Japanese made knives I actually bought in SEKI when I lived there (in Ichikawa actually, not Seki), I love them. Saw some try and cut a watermelon with the Becker, we almost died of hunger waiting LOL. I see no problem with the half tang.
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