Great Slip Joints & A Big Bowie
Published: 1 week ago
•In this episode of the *Nothing But Knives Podcast*, Ben and Andrew and Kellie take a deep dive into the world of traditional and modern slip joint pocket knives, test out a massive Bear & Son Bowie knife, and read through some of the funniest, most opinionated follower mail and YouTube comments.
We kick things off with a cold open shot in the woods comparing the practicality of modest slip joints against oversized fixed blades before moving into the studio to break down modern slip joint releases from Case, Jack Wolf Knives, Kershaw, and RoseCraft Blades. We also look back at vintage classics like the Buck 301 Stockman, Keen Kutter, and Imperial pocket knives passed down through generations. Finally, we review the Bear & Son Stag Bone Bowie and answer fan comments on survival gear, handle ergonomics, and knife pricing.
*Learn more about our favorite slip joint knives here* - https://www.nothingbutknives.com/best-slip-joint-knives/
*Case Crossroads Barlow Review* - https://www.nothingbutknives.com/case-crossroads-barlow-review/
Kershaw Federalist Review - https://www.nothingbutknives.com/kershaw-federalist-review/
*Bear & Son 502 Bowie Photo Tour & Review* - https://www.nothingbutknives.com/bear-son-american-bowie/
*Timestamps / Chapter Breakdown*
00:00 - Cold Open: Slip Joints vs. Big Bowies in the Woods
01:29 - Welcome to the Nothing But Knives Podcast
01:55 - Case Crossroads Barlow (S35VN Steel & Richlite)
03:20 - Case Ax Handle & Modern Folder Experiments
06:27 - The Modern Slip Joint Resurgence & Jack Wolf Knives
07:04 - Kershaw Saunter (154CM, Micarta & Pull Rating)
09:29 - Buck Limited Releases & Photogenic Blades
10:59 - Jack Wolf Knives Canine (Serpentine Pattern & Bottle Opener)
16:18 - RoseCraft Blades & Budget Traditional Knives
20:23 - Spyderco UK Penknife (UKPK)
21:53 - Vintage Buck 301 Stockman & American Manufacturing History
28:42 - Keen Kutter & Historic Multi-Blade Slip Joints
32:00 - Vintage Imperial Pocket Knife Details & Can Openers
33:50 - Bear & Son Bowie Knife (Stag Bone & Sandvik Steel)
36:44 - Reading Follower Mail & Subscriber Comments
37:48 - Comment 1: Best Survival Knives & "AI Voice" Feedback
39:24 - Comment 2: ESEE Handle Ergonomics & Scales
40:22 - Comment 3: Off-Grid Black Mamba Video Feedback
41:29 - Comment 4: Horizontal Carry & Knife Sizing
42:49 - Comment 5: ZT 0006 Pricing, Website Traffic & Outro
*Featured Knives in This Episode*
• Case Crossroads Barlow (S35VN & Richlite)
• Case Axe Handle, Kinzua, & Marilla
• Kershaw Saunter (154CM & Micarta)
• Jack Wolf Knives Canine (154CM & Nano Richlite)
• RoseCraft Blades Slip Joints
• Spyderco UK Penknife (UKPK)
• Buck 301 Stockman
• Vintage Keen Kutter & Imperial Pocket Knives
• Bear & Son Bowie Knife (Stag Bone Handle & Sandvik Steel)
*Connect & Follow*
Website & Full Reviews: https://www.nothingbutknives.com
Subscribe for More Reviews & Podcasts: Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! Leave your questions or critiques in the comments below for a chance to be featured in our next mailbag segment.
We kick things off with a cold open shot in the woods comparing the practicality of modest slip joints against oversized fixed blades before moving into the studio to break down modern slip joint releases from Case, Jack Wolf Knives, Kershaw, and RoseCraft Blades. We also look back at vintage classics like the Buck 301 Stockman, Keen Kutter, and Imperial pocket knives passed down through generations. Finally, we review the Bear & Son Stag Bone Bowie and answer fan comments on survival gear, handle ergonomics, and knife pricing.
*Learn more about our favorite slip joint knives here* - https://www.nothingbutknives.com/best-slip-joint-knives/
*Case Crossroads Barlow Review* - https://www.nothingbutknives.com/case-crossroads-barlow-review/
Kershaw Federalist Review - https://www.nothingbutknives.com/kershaw-federalist-review/
*Bear & Son 502 Bowie Photo Tour & Review* - https://www.nothingbutknives.com/bear-son-american-bowie/
*Timestamps / Chapter Breakdown*
00:00 - Cold Open: Slip Joints vs. Big Bowies in the Woods
01:29 - Welcome to the Nothing But Knives Podcast
01:55 - Case Crossroads Barlow (S35VN Steel & Richlite)
03:20 - Case Ax Handle & Modern Folder Experiments
06:27 - The Modern Slip Joint Resurgence & Jack Wolf Knives
07:04 - Kershaw Saunter (154CM, Micarta & Pull Rating)
09:29 - Buck Limited Releases & Photogenic Blades
10:59 - Jack Wolf Knives Canine (Serpentine Pattern & Bottle Opener)
16:18 - RoseCraft Blades & Budget Traditional Knives
20:23 - Spyderco UK Penknife (UKPK)
21:53 - Vintage Buck 301 Stockman & American Manufacturing History
28:42 - Keen Kutter & Historic Multi-Blade Slip Joints
32:00 - Vintage Imperial Pocket Knife Details & Can Openers
33:50 - Bear & Son Bowie Knife (Stag Bone & Sandvik Steel)
36:44 - Reading Follower Mail & Subscriber Comments
37:48 - Comment 1: Best Survival Knives & "AI Voice" Feedback
39:24 - Comment 2: ESEE Handle Ergonomics & Scales
40:22 - Comment 3: Off-Grid Black Mamba Video Feedback
41:29 - Comment 4: Horizontal Carry & Knife Sizing
42:49 - Comment 5: ZT 0006 Pricing, Website Traffic & Outro
*Featured Knives in This Episode*
• Case Crossroads Barlow (S35VN & Richlite)
• Case Axe Handle, Kinzua, & Marilla
• Kershaw Saunter (154CM & Micarta)
• Jack Wolf Knives Canine (154CM & Nano Richlite)
• RoseCraft Blades Slip Joints
• Spyderco UK Penknife (UKPK)
• Buck 301 Stockman
• Vintage Keen Kutter & Imperial Pocket Knives
• Bear & Son Bowie Knife (Stag Bone Handle & Sandvik Steel)
*Connect & Follow*
Website & Full Reviews: https://www.nothingbutknives.com
Subscribe for More Reviews & Podcasts: Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! Leave your questions or critiques in the comments below for a chance to be featured in our next mailbag segment.