I have tears in my eyes watching this video thinking about my grandfather and the story he told me of how he got his D.H. Russell belt knife whick now belongs to me since his passing in the spring. Its a wonderful knife holds a edge well and is easy to sharpen. From what i was told his was one of the fist given on a trial run in the forces.
@bugoutbubba3912
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave, you made my daughters day. She was your cashier at TSC the other day and now she's begging me for money to attend your school. Guess dad's expertise just doesn't get it. Oh well I don't blame her. See you when we get some spare cash.
@TangoDown48
5 жыл бұрын
I have the smaller version of this that they call the Trout and Bird knife. It's so light and comfortable in the hand. I think it fills a niche that not a lot of knives do, everyone should own one. It's a shame that Grohmann doesn't get more love outside of Canada. They have a great range of knives and are priced very fairly.
@bluecow2655
Жыл бұрын
1st and foremost thank you for the video. I once read that you give away more useful information for free than anyone. I couldn't agree more. Born and raised in Northern Maine, closer to the Grohmann than Buck or even Case, the Canadian belt knife was well represented with woodsman when I grew up. I've carried the #2 trout & bird for years. I know for a fact that it's big enough to easily process moose and black bear as well as an all-around camp knife. As for maybe not a "bushcraft" knife, well if you somehow managed to miss the invention of the axe and think you have to split every log and twig with a knife, I guess you're right. ;)
@valkryii
5 жыл бұрын
Bought both my daughters Grohmann # 1's with rosewood handles for when we are out camping. Awesome knives. It's one of those things that when you pick it up it just feels good in your hand.
@jamesfleming555
5 жыл бұрын
I have a Grohmann, DH Russell, #1 and use it as my daily carry knife in the woods. I love this knife! And I've used it for about everything you can think of using a knife for in the woods. And it still strops to a razors edge. Thanks for covering this great knife Dave.
@recall5811
5 жыл бұрын
Love that Classroom
@teddahrable
5 жыл бұрын
Corporals Corner you're biased, Shawn.
@jonathonprestonemail
9 ай бұрын
Still using my father's that he got in 1961working as a wildlife officer in Labrador. It has cleaned hundreds of birds and trout and will continue to so for many more years. Great video.
@dougallen7890
5 жыл бұрын
SOOOO GLAD YOU BROUGHT BACK THAT INTRO.
@TheStreamingEnderman
2 жыл бұрын
Grohmann knives, such a classic. Truly amazing.
@richardreeves3596
5 жыл бұрын
Dave. I am retired from The Canadian Armed Forces, and we used to use the Russel Knife there. It is one of the best knives I have ever use. Pro Patria
@robertlogan9682
5 жыл бұрын
I too live in Nova Scotia. Been carrying one of these knives for 40 years. Skinned a lot of deer with it.
@theodoreharrold
5 жыл бұрын
Aww man that intro makes for so nostalgic! Remembering when I was 12 and found your channel and was out everyday in the woods practicing what I watched you do....
@stevenlein4772
5 жыл бұрын
I have one of these sold by Herters in the late 70's as a bush knife with african iron wood scales, it still is one of my favorite knives, thanks for the back story on this design. And yes it looks small but its capable of field dressing everything from a squirrel to a deer no problem. I think that I spent $7.50 on mine. I also learned the benefits of a carbon steel blade with this knife.
@TylerSnyder305
5 жыл бұрын
Don't have one, but I do have a Grohman mini Russell lockback which I love. Out of all knives I've ever held that were designed to be particularly " ergonomic " it's one of the best feeling in hand. Hand a grohman to anyone and their instant reaction will be " wow ", because they feel so good in hand.
@sniperbait1
5 жыл бұрын
old school intro!
@tekknorat
5 жыл бұрын
Nah, I personally liked the older one, where Dave carries a boar on his back, something like that.
@ed5042
5 жыл бұрын
I cannot say often enough how much I appreciate your channel and your efforts, thanks
@DavidCanterbury
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you brother
@yellowdog762jb
5 жыл бұрын
Dave, great way to start a new series. I've wanted one of those knives for years and I finally got a #1 a few months ago! I've cleaned a whitetail and a hog with it so far, and I love it! The blade is perfect for turning animals into meat and the handle fits your hand like no other knife I've ever held. The stainless blade holds a nice edge, something that you really appreciate when processing a wild hog due to the grit embeded in their thick skin and course fur. The knives are offered with several types of handle materials, including wood, buffalo horn, and stag antler. I went ahead and sprung for the antler and I'm glad that I did. I'm sure the antler weighs more than the standard wood handles, but it is beautiful, and the extra heft feels really good in your hand. These knives are heirloom quality, and still one of the most practical blades made for processing game.
@PhiLeo7973
5 жыл бұрын
Dave, remember the now defunct Herter's? Their killer catalog was a bathroom and mancave staple. They had a version of the Canadian/Grohmann blade. Great vid. God Bless your family, friends and school.phil
@Nebulax123
5 жыл бұрын
I have carried the number one and the larger survival model for many, many years and they work as well as you could want for both tasks.
@MarkYoungBushcraft
5 жыл бұрын
I purchased my Grohmann #1 when in 1972. I now have four Grohmann knives. But then, I have to...I live in Nova Scotia CANADA...Home of Grohmann
@treerat6959
5 жыл бұрын
Hard to beat the design on this knife for a very basic all around knife as it handles camp chores,cleaning fish and game with ease . I haven't used it to baton wood with as I use a ax or hatchet for this chore .
@teddahrable
5 жыл бұрын
I've been to the workshop in Truro. I have 3 Grohmans. My belt knives have a tab that comes down over the knife and buttons in place. Probably 30+ years for the belt knife. 10 years ago, we got kits so that all of our scouts could "make" their own knives. Came with a fully assembled sheath, decently crafted knife blank, rosewood scales, brass pins. We had gotten each persons name engraved on one side of the blade, and the name of the Scouts Canada group on the other. At the end of the 2 hour meeting, each of us walked out with a brand-new, freshly sharpened, Grohman bird and trout knife of our very own. All we had to do was clean up the scales (I'm a perfectionist) and finish with linseed oil. A tool and keepsake for life.
@teddahrable
5 жыл бұрын
Tree Rat69 it batons fine.
@sosteve9113
5 жыл бұрын
Looks like a decent knife Mark
@stephenalexander6721
5 жыл бұрын
When I was about 19 I bought a knife in the Russell pattern from Herters. At 67 I still have it. The knife has, and does, done well for me.
@trynsurviven2440
5 жыл бұрын
Nice to see the old intro. The Canadian belt knife is one I have seen my entire life. I never bought one because I am not a trapper as the old advertising stated.
@sosteve9113
5 жыл бұрын
Agreed great intro imo
@davidbeason3399
5 жыл бұрын
I'm glad the Badhorse intro is back. It's nice to have a little throwback once and a while
@JasonBelliveau
5 жыл бұрын
Love the Russell knife. I have one from 1958 the first year they were open. They offer a great deal on sharpening them and they still make them to today. I also live only a few hours away.
@ROE1300
5 жыл бұрын
Excellent knife. My hands are a little too big for the Grohmann #1, but the Grohman #3 is perfect for me and I’ve used mine for decades. Thank you for highlighting the original knife of this design
@jaydendyck7327
5 жыл бұрын
As a canadian it's great to see this knife get a shout out. The conservation officers I've worked with all carry these for hunting and processing. I personally own the #2 bird and trout version which I use for most of my small game tasks, overall it's a classic in canada for good reason.
@ratroddiesels1981
5 жыл бұрын
i was first introduced to the grohmann thru the wooded beardmens . that is a high quality knife.
@williamlinch5718
5 жыл бұрын
Very significant design and it is interesting how form follows function.
@ADKwarriors
5 жыл бұрын
The Bark River Canadian Special is also an excellent knife made in the same design.
@andreasjanes9977
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave for this video. I love this knife and its my favorite hunting knife. I have the H.D. Russell no. 1 stainless. It was a birthday present from my wife. Greetings from Germany
@shadowstalker130666
5 жыл бұрын
Love having the intro back. And I have one, late 50's, that was my grandfathers hunting knife and now its mine. Onlly hunting knife ill ever use.
@brianspencer4220
5 жыл бұрын
Hey Dave: You've got my knife there My brother gave it to me in 1980. It is still my companion on every trip to the woods. I was in my kit on my September solo canoe trip. Thanks Brian 78
@douglasreeves9938
5 жыл бұрын
I own the Grohmann #1 and the D.H. Russell #300S Lockblade. Bought them about 20 years ago, as I recall. The only difference I see with your knife is at the rivet near the end of the knife handle, I have a lanyard hole, whereas you have a rivet. I bought both of them from A.G. Russell, a knife retailer and manufacturer out of Arkansas. I have purchased many knives from them and would highly recommend them.
@jmoore6972
5 жыл бұрын
Finally, the Canadian belt knife gets the credit it deserves.
@GrayBeardedGreenBeret
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome, going to like this series! Appreciate the history lesson.
@Mike_the_Machine
5 жыл бұрын
Makes me proud to be Canadian, I own a total of 6 Grohmann knives #1, #2, #3, 6” fillet and 2 boning poly knives
@Ideo7Z
5 жыл бұрын
How are their kitchen knives? Been eyeing the forged chef's knife.
@michaelrgonzales
5 жыл бұрын
In The Woods Crafting Juhgosswwa
@treerat6959
5 жыл бұрын
This is my go to knife in my top three mine is a R. Murphy copy and my other two favorites are the green river camp knife and a western made wood craft type blade design from Marbles. All do great for trapline,game processing and camp chores IMO.
@ChadWorthman
5 жыл бұрын
I've got a pair of Grohman. My Canadian Forces flat grind has the sheath with the flap, which makes it jump rated.
@jamesellsworth9673
5 жыл бұрын
I had one of these in stainless. The handle, as you point out, is AMAZING. It invites trying different grips. The leaf-shaped (elliptical) blade gets in anywhere. I am not good at keeping knives sharp and I let mine go. Maybe I'll give today's Grohmann carbon steel another look!
@livingsurvival
5 жыл бұрын
Can you imagine the woods those guys had to enjoy. Jealous.
@YllwNinja82
5 жыл бұрын
we still have em! :D
@phillipkarnehm7712
5 жыл бұрын
Living Survival if there would have been honeysuckle in the 18th century Daniel Boone Never Would Have Made It!
@highiqretardbear33
5 жыл бұрын
Old School intro, I love it!
@thomasmcgehrin4205
5 жыл бұрын
I just got Kephart's "Camping and Woodcraft" book. Its a great read.
@NoMissOutdoors
5 жыл бұрын
My grandfather ran a trapline in Alberta.... he had a #4... from Mink to Muskrat and then on to Moose and the rest...it was the only knife he used....
@joemedeiros46
5 жыл бұрын
I wish we could all reset our lifetime so that this guy’s info (in between his comical commitments) would apply to everyday living. 👍Dave
@urbanredneck968
5 жыл бұрын
My favorite intro! Thanks for bringing it back. Great series.
@edwardmartin1831
5 жыл бұрын
Dear Dave Great video the series should be wonderful Thank you very much for going back to the old intro I have missed it Edward
@vincedunn9983
5 жыл бұрын
I've got an Alaskan knife brand like this, and I absolutely love it!
@shovelhead8
5 жыл бұрын
I have five Grohmans of different models and sheath options. Thank you for showcasing these great knives.
@shovelhead8
5 жыл бұрын
I have 5 Grohman belt knives in three different models. I used the survival model as a kitchen knife for a while when I was stuck. Still a great knife. Thank you for the video
@NickBrooks35
5 жыл бұрын
I had one issued to me in the Canadian Armed Forces as a jump knife. Unfortunately the CAF stopped issuing the original Grohmann and went with a cheaper version with not the best steel. Then in 2015 we were issued the SOG pup knife as a jump knife instead.
@neo57611
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks David stay cool brother. The lord does provide even in the wilderness.
@addisonesslinger3653
5 жыл бұрын
Dave, judging by the grommet I think your #1 might have a #3 sheath. Love your work!
@DavidCanterbury
5 жыл бұрын
It's possible for sure
@Sean_Dunn
5 жыл бұрын
Hey Dave, I just received my Pathfinder bottle/cup set in the mail from Self Reliance. Thanks for the time and quality inherent in your products, saving up for the Pathfinder wool blanket now. Thanks for all the great advice.
@paulmphoto
5 жыл бұрын
Loved this video can't wait for the rest of series! Canadian belt knives have been a tradition in my family for 3 generations in NH.
@coleslavpiesboi
5 жыл бұрын
That old intro made me so nostalgic!!
@BLACKIETHOMAS
5 жыл бұрын
i have looked at this design before but never handled one in person..after your review i might ..seems like a great fishing small game knife and camp cook process design
@outdoordauber
5 жыл бұрын
It's a great knife shape, Blackie. I have an R. Murphy version, the included sheath is a piece of junk, but I'll be remedying that soon!
@toneyjohnson8910
5 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the series.
@jasonlumactod339
5 жыл бұрын
Love the old school intro.
@mattyduncan4679
5 жыл бұрын
Keep the old intro. LOVE IT
@kevotoolz6158
5 жыл бұрын
Keep gettin done Dave. Love the intro again. Thanks
@dustinspring8825
5 жыл бұрын
Love the videos I was glad I was able to meet you at blade show west. Thank you for all info and and skills you share with us.
@DavidCanterbury
5 жыл бұрын
My pleasure
@davidhutchison7567
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, I will enjoy this series!
@PhillipJones5350
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave going to enjoy this series
@radscientist
5 жыл бұрын
One of the few knives perfectly suited for its intended use.
@woodslore8537
5 жыл бұрын
D H Russell also made knives for the Canadian forces. Not sure the number off hand but it is called the boatmen/ or yachtsman/ or jump knife. Good knife. Never go into the woods without it.
@realmetis8002
5 жыл бұрын
number 3
@simonforget280
5 жыл бұрын
@@realmetis8002 @woods lore The Grohmann #3 was also issued to the Navy. At least one SAR Tech that I know has requested and issued a Grohmann as well.
@sgnguy2027
5 жыл бұрын
Woods Lore They also made a version for the Canadian army engineers. It was made of a much softer steel that would not spark when struck against metal or even a ferro rod. Essential when cutting c4, det. Cord, etc. The soft steel also made it very easy to sharpen but also made for some hilariously stunted blades for the more senior members of the unit.
@williammccleery4368
5 жыл бұрын
Woods Lore, All of the knives you named are the #3. The names refer to the sheaths. The "Jump knife" sheath has a flap. :The Yachtsman" has an open sheath with a marlin spike. I'm not sure of the name of the third one. I use the Jump knife all the time.
@teddahrable
5 жыл бұрын
They also made the "Aircrew Survival Knife". It's a little bigger than the #3.
@christophererben5102
5 жыл бұрын
That good old intro....i love it :)
@gierhedd75
5 жыл бұрын
Glad to see the old intro again!
@sosteve9113
5 жыл бұрын
Agreed great intro imo
@savedmonkoutdoorschannel8930
5 жыл бұрын
love the original pathfinder intro! keep this intro Dave it fits your persona so good!!!
@gregwright392
5 жыл бұрын
Great stuff young man! Never heard of the knife until I started watching the Wooded Beardsman.
@wanderingthewilderness
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Never seen that design before. Looks like a great backup in the pack for camp cooking.
@FreeAmericaChannel
5 жыл бұрын
Very nice. I have the original #1, 1960s era, an R Murphy #1 and the Cold Steel in stainless. I love the shape of the blade, it is all around skinning and processing knife. If you have to buy just one, spend the money on a Grohmann. You will not regret it.
@outdoordauber
5 жыл бұрын
I have the R. Murphy as well... couldn't spring for the Grohman as much as I wanted to.
@James-ke5sx
Жыл бұрын
Great knife. I have from numbers one to four of the original Grohmann Russell knives. These were issued to some of the Canadian Armed Forces since 1964. They are also in the Smithsonian Institute. I use the one by Cold Steel for food processing every single day really good knife. Canada.
@J_C_Firelocks
5 жыл бұрын
Dave it's great to see you doing these kinds of videos again. When I saw the old intro I had to check the date on it! Awesome to see that old intro along with this topic. Looking forward to what comes next.
@traphammer7445
5 жыл бұрын
Great little video Dave correct on not to many people know of that knife keep them vids coming
@joshbabb7470
5 жыл бұрын
Was just watching your 21st long Hunter series. Thanks for bringing back the intro. That made me smile. Keep up the good work Dave. - Josh
@martinparmer
5 жыл бұрын
Dave, this series is great. Thanks man, your experience and perspective really helps understand the history.
@USNVET81
5 жыл бұрын
Love and carry the bird and trout!!!
@istinklikebutt45
5 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite knife designs. I think I'm gonna order the original. Bark River makes a very good version of this knife. The Canadian Special and Canadian Special LT. I like the LT version better for a hunting knife because of its thinner stock.
@ryanpowell244
5 жыл бұрын
Damn what great info. Thank you for this Dave !! I have one of these knives here in Australia and I knew the design was Canadian but you have answered most of my other Questions about this little gem !! It skins amazingly. Thanks for the help.
@adrianjagmag
5 жыл бұрын
1.4110 is still used by Victorinox and is comparable to 420hc and 12c27...it's definitely not comparable to AISI 4140. Good video as always, very informative 🙂
@JH_1095
5 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to more in this series.
@kgrimm5576
5 жыл бұрын
Love these knives, pretty cool that grohmann is still traditional in design & materials. I have their skinner and treatment seems great. Said 4140 is a low alloy steel for axes & tools but could tell you ment to say 4116 SS. Btw, I've been looking at their "survival" version, it looks like a great camp knife, should see if you can get one, as it crosses into many area's, take care. God bless.
@MTwoodsrunner
5 жыл бұрын
A great choice to start this series David!...thanks!
@rexromana
5 жыл бұрын
I have a cold steel version and I love the blade design, I use it for food prep.
@tonynapoli5549
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this very interesting subject. Looking forward to part 2 👍🇬🇧
@oxxnarrdflame8865
5 жыл бұрын
Great idea for a series, I'm looking forward to more.
@DavidCanterbury
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@CristianoNogueiraBushcraft
5 жыл бұрын
I've missed you on KZitem, man. Besides, that's the best intro on KZitem ever. Thank you!
@chrome_is_gold
5 жыл бұрын
That intro was nostalgic lol
@zioazalin
5 жыл бұрын
I have one Grohmann, in the modern "survival" rendition (#4, in their catalogue), and it's one of my favourites. Really really comfortable and versatile knife. Also, hello from Italy :)
@drokg4931
5 жыл бұрын
I have owned both the jump knife and #1. Gave my buddy the jump knife and still have original, this knife is Sabre grind stainless and sits in my kitchen knife block to use everyday. Easiest knife to use I have ever had, gripping up on it to core an apple or slice a tomato. If you are lucky to catch one in the seconds store for 50$cdn its a steal.
@bushcraftdan6969
5 жыл бұрын
thanks for the share
@TrueNorthOutdoorsTV
5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely great knives!
@TheMongo1357
5 жыл бұрын
YAYYYYYY!!!! DAVE IS BACK!!!! Thanks Dave😎
@DavidCanterbury
5 жыл бұрын
Where'ed I go? LOL
@SailfishSoundSystem
5 жыл бұрын
Great history of this knife. Thanks for explaining it.
@JepsOutdoorAdventures
5 жыл бұрын
The Canadian belt knife design is a great one. I have one by Cold Steel and I love it.
@southernyert7597
5 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video. Looking forward to the series
@DavidCanterbury
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@robertlynn8802
5 жыл бұрын
That was a great video! That is one of my favorite game processing blade designs. A classic. Nice to see.
@yaro07
5 жыл бұрын
Love the intro! Great video dave
@stevebrown9547
5 жыл бұрын
Sure is good to hear your original soundtrack--sort of akin to Rush's intro music--once you hear it you know it's Dave!
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