David Bowen
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Review of the TRM Bulldog
The TRB Bulldog is a new offering for 2024. It features the thickest blade the company has made to date resulting in a knife that's tough as the name entails. This is a review of the knife and how it performs.
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Відео

Review of the Benchmade Dacian
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The Benchmade Dacian is a new fixed blade for 2024. It features a denim micarata handle and Magnacut blade. It's a great blade for EDC carry and is able to be carried in your pocket instead of belt carry.
Review of the Nextorch TA30C
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The Nextorch TA30C is a flashlight that's aimed at law enforcement but is well suited for civilians. It features an amazing build with easy to use interface and long battery life.
First look at the Sanctum The Hard Bar
Переглядів 26314 годин тому
Sanctum is a new brand but Rob can Dyck in Canada. The Hard Bar is a titanium pry bar with a built in fixed blade. Kickstarter will be launching soon and I will update when that's available. Final product will be made to these specs: Grade 5 titanium and ultem inlay (pry bar), 14C28N stainless steel (blade) Specifications: OAL: 134 mm / 5.28" Total Weight: 73 g / 2.57 oz Check him out at sanctu...
Review of the Windeler tools
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Review of the unique Windeler tools. Windeler makes a modular system with magnets before it was popularized by the big guys. For more information about this tool system go to: windeler.co/en-us
Kizer Muskrat Review
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Review of the Kizer Muskrat fixed blade. You can find more information about the Muskrat here: www.kizerknives.com/products/muskrat-1064c1
Review of the Kizer Mini Harpoon
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Here is my review of the Kizer Mini Harpoon. For more information you can click this link: www.kizerknives.com/products/harpoon-mini-1040s5
Review of the Xarilk portable sharpener
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Xarilk is fairly new to the sharpening scene. They offer fantastic budget options for getting razor sharp knives. You can check out the Xarilk portable here: a.co/d/d4yGaR4 And the additional stones here: a.co/d/iFGHTGQ
Taking a look at the Kansept Tarkin
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The Kansept Tarkin is new for 2024. For more information on this knife: shrsl.com/4qghg
Roxon Flex Companion overview
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Taking a look at the new Roxon Flex Companion. The Flex Companion is available for preorder. Roxon is giving our members an exclusive 15% off the Companion and other tools via the link below. www.shareasale.com/u.cfm?d=1245358&m=159854&u=4277008 Side note: Tool is preconfigured, additional tools available separately.
What's happening lately
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Just a ramble about what's happening and what I'm working on.
Taking a look at the Rocktol Gen-R multitool
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Rocktol's original 19-in-1 turned a lot of heads and the company is back with an updated model. The Gen-R features a lot of improvements over the first generation.
Taking a look at the Kizer Towser K
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Today we are taking a look at the Kiser Towser K in Ultem. For more information on the Towser K you can go to Kizers site: www.kizerknives.com/collections/towser-k If you like reviews like this you can go to our main site at: www.multitool.org
KosiM sharpening system review
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Review of the KosiM sharpening system. You may find more info about the system by going to: KosiM.company If you would like to read my written review you can find it at: www.multitool.org/gear/sharpening-systems/kosim-sharpener
Xarilk Gen3 Review and demonstration
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Xarilk Gen3 Review and demonstration
Taking a look at the new Tennable knives
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Taking a look at the new Tennable knives
Warthog Elite A4 review
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Warthog Elite A4 review
Work Sharp Precision Adjust Elite review
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Work Sharp Precision Adjust Elite review
Kansept Loki review
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Kansept Loki review
Roxon Flex review
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Roxon Flex review
Multitool Minute - CMB Predator
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Multitool Minute - CMB Predator
Checking in...
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Checking in...
Review of the Nextool Sailer Pro
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Review of the Nextool Sailer Pro
Overview of the Nextool Flagship Pro
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Overview of the Nextool Flagship Pro
First look at the Roxon Flex
Переглядів 4,2 тис.8 місяців тому
First look at the Roxon Flex
Viperade VE18 Review
Переглядів 2,2 тис.8 місяців тому
Viperade VE18 Review
Roxon M4 Review
Переглядів 1,5 тис.8 місяців тому
Roxon M4 Review
Vosteed Thornton review
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Vosteed Thornton review
Vosteed Corgi Pup review
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Vosteed Corgi Pup review
Taking a look at the Rocktol multitools (SK02, 05, and ST02)
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Taking a look at the Rocktol multitools (SK02, 05, and ST02)

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @andrewmohs4734
    @andrewmohs4734 8 годин тому

    This is my first fixed blade EDC knife as well. Strange enough, I like the factory sheathe! My brother-in-law even makes custom kydex. I like the sheath as its easier to reholster the knife as apposed to a slimmer kydex one. As long as the spine of the knife slides against the sheathe, it locks in every time.

  • @Cletus_the_Elder
    @Cletus_the_Elder День тому

    Here's a great example of why the small-market independent knife reviewers are worth views and subscriptions. There's a lot of shilling going on with the major reviewers these days. Would they include audio of the blade contacting the plastic sheath showing just how thin and insubstantial that sheath is and then actually comment on how cheap it feels? Nope. They're going to just go on about how it's light and reversible.

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 21 годину тому

      So I did things justice? 😁 I'm just trying to tell things like they are.

  • @Dracomies
    @Dracomies 3 дні тому

    Did yours come with spacers? My issue is that if you only use a few of the tools then the whole thing becomes wobbly and unstable.

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 3 дні тому

      The Companion will come preloaded and it's best to use it that way or swap with the other tools in the kit. Doing so will keep the proper tension and you won't have that problem. Unlike the standard Flex I don't believe the Companion will have spacers. My unit may be different because I had mine before the preorder

    • @Dracomies
      @Dracomies 3 дні тому

      @@DavidB-MTO Ah thank ye!

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 3 дні тому

      You're welcome

  • @dougbrown7150
    @dougbrown7150 4 дні тому

    Pretty good review. 2 things though.moving the pocket clip to where you want it is maybe a 3 minute fix and vg 10 while not an over the top steel is still a far cry better than anything 420 adjacent

  • @haiku-dude
    @haiku-dude 7 днів тому

    Love the Windeler look and idea, but the customer service is bad.

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 18 годин тому

      I agree communication can be slow. I think it's due to being a one man show and demand being larger than supply. He's currently working on some improvements so things should get better.

  • @lifeondisplay92
    @lifeondisplay92 9 днів тому

    Nice review, man. Just ordered myself one after a buddy recommended it to me. Been looking for small fixed blade to EDC for a while now. Super stoked for it to come in.

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 18 годин тому

      Its a sweet little blade, check out the Kizer Baby Banter as well. I'll review that one shortly.

  • @petersymons7817
    @petersymons7817 11 днів тому

    Nice

  • @Amybnuy
    @Amybnuy 13 днів тому

    180cad is a lot for this. I wish they had a no-stone version! but not bad.

  • @robblincoln2152
    @robblincoln2152 18 днів тому

    Sure hope they offer a led flashlight tool. Also hope to see some small shops offer tools/ blades for this system.

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 17 днів тому

      Me too a small light add on would be a cool addition. I do think other companies and shops like Etsy can offer some nice add ons. After all look what they've done for the tool modding community. I'm going that same drive for innovation comes to the Flex.

  • @ParkerBinion
    @ParkerBinion 18 днів тому

    I love the VE18 series! I have the Small (which is the subject of your review) and the Regular sizes.

  • @ParkerBinion
    @ParkerBinion 18 днів тому

    Nice review. I looked at this, but decided to go with the LeverGear Edge XT.

  • @ParkerBinion
    @ParkerBinion 18 днів тому

    Love the Raccoon. I much prefer the Top Liner Lock version.

  • @spac9745
    @spac9745 20 днів тому

    Great knife. I have eye on it.

  • @bplus2625
    @bplus2625 24 дні тому

    Those brushes and diamond sharpener file would be great for upkeep of the Victorinox in my main pocket. 😂 The protractor and comb might be nice to have as well as extras but that's about all I would go for.

  • @pecosR0B
    @pecosR0B 24 дні тому

    also you're doing fine, I didn't realize you just started doing this, you have a good narration voice that's not monotone. you don't waste time - you're on the right track, I can tell you've definitely watched a lot of these types of videos like I have lol good luck

  • @pecosR0B
    @pecosR0B 24 дні тому

    I'm interested because of the comb but I don't know about getting oil in my hair lol

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 24 дні тому

      I don't think it's going to be an issue 😉

    • @pecosR0B
      @pecosR0B 24 дні тому

      @@DavidB-MTO lol my hair is long as hell now, this pic is old lmao

  • @sergey79
    @sergey79 25 днів тому

    Great tool but agree 100 percent - pocket clip is the weakest part on this. Def needs to be slightly longer and not taper.

  • @RoxonTool
    @RoxonTool 27 днів тому

    Thank you for the video and the support! We truly appreciate it! ☺

  • @houseoquinnizyodaddy
    @houseoquinnizyodaddy 27 днів тому

    D2 is a tool steel. It has a moderate hardness, good edge retention, and is good at resisting corrosion. Most Chinese companies used to use 18crMOV which is trash

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 27 днів тому

      D2 is definitely a better choice. It's a good steel and people should be happy with its performance.

    • @shsb2355
      @shsb2355 26 днів тому

      8cr13mov

  • @platonicmetal
    @platonicmetal Місяць тому

    Excellent review! Thanks, David Martin Jacobsen

  • @ruffen1365
    @ruffen1365 Місяць тому

    Wish they would print the grit numbers on the rods themselves

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 24 дні тому

      Same here, having to remember what something is based on color is strange.

  • @wasabionthego5115
    @wasabionthego5115 Місяць тому

    Like the idea...but I think the look of it is terrible.

  • @ОлегЕрмаков-ш2т
    @ОлегЕрмаков-ш2т Місяць тому

    День добрый Дэвид. Сделайте обзоры у себя по камням как искусственным так и натуральным было бы интересно посмотреть.

  • @groverw7507
    @groverw7507 Місяць тому

    Helpful demonstration of the system. Thanks!

  • @MultiDavidlynch
    @MultiDavidlynch 3 місяці тому

    On a basic level this this is a good video, but I like how deep it gets referring to tools as “a piece of art”.

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 2 місяці тому

      Are we saying we need a video to flush this out? I know people on UA-cam don't necessarily read my reviews on the site. I have elaborated on this subject a few times.

  • @spac9745
    @spac9745 3 місяці тому

    Hello. Wire cutters in my "Sailor Pro" are replaceable. I was quite surprised. Great reviev btw.

  • @georgeschoonmaker5939
    @georgeschoonmaker5939 3 місяці тому

    I went to Lowe's and bought 1/4-20 x 3/4 in flat phillips machine screws to replace the hexagon shaped screws that you needed the allenwrench to tighten the screws. Now all I need to tighten the clamp is a phillips screw driver.

  • @georgeschoonmaker5939
    @georgeschoonmaker5939 3 місяці тому

    Is there an adapter that can be used to sharpen scissors?

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 3 місяці тому

      Not for the system, and TSProf adapters to make that possible would cost twice as much as the Xarilk

  • @clintonmccool2330
    @clintonmccool2330 3 місяці тому

    Fantastic review. Much appreciated. How would you compare this to the Xarilk Gen3 that you recently reviewed? The system you show (the version without the pedestal stand and included stones) is selling for about $234, while the Xarilk can be had for as low as $79 right now. Do you think this system is worth 3 times the price? For reference, I'm a complete rookie and don't own any crazy high quality knives. Mostly chef style knives under 60 HRC and angles between 8° and 20°. I'm doing basic home cooking. Just looking for a decent sharpening system and was going to get the Xarilk Gen3, but wondering if this unit would be worth the extra price or just overkill for what I need.

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 3 місяці тому

      If your just doing a few kitchen knives here and there I would get the Gen 3. If your looking at keeping your entire knife collection sharp then the KosiM. The Gen 3 isn't suited for pocket knives but it can be done. The flexibility of the KosiM allows it to sharpen a lot more than the Gen3. They're in two different categories, but it's hard to ignore the price between them.

    • @clintonmccool2330
      @clintonmccool2330 3 місяці тому

      ​​@@DavidB-MTOthanks for the great info. I have no pocket knives, hunting knives or anything like that. Everything is kitchen knives. Paring/utility knives, steak knives, santokus and chefs knives. Ordered the Gen3 today. 👍

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 3 місяці тому

      ​@@clintonmccool2330 if you want to pick up that Gen3 you can use this link: amzn.to/3AnDaxf and a 10% off discount code: 10KF85LZ

  • @adventurer3645
    @adventurer3645 3 місяці тому

    You need a microbevel on the apex around 2 degrees higher than the edge. So if your edge is 20 deg. use a ceramic honing rod on it at 22 deg. Amazon sells ceramic honing rods with plastic guides to help you get the angle you want. I just got one and it works great to get that next level of sharpness you (and I prior) didn't know we were missing. I guess you could try using your highest grit stone at 22 degrees (or sharpen at 18 and microbevel at 20 if you want). But you have to use a feather light touch. Good luck!

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 3 місяці тому

      Thanks for the tip, I'll give it a try. I've got a ceramic rod that came with my Edge Pro along with some other stuff I have.

  • @clintonmccool2330
    @clintonmccool2330 3 місяці тому

    Do you think this unit would be capable of sharpening a chef knife with a recurved style blade? For reference, I'm specifically referring to a knife like the Dalstrong Gladiator Series 7-inch Barong. (I'd leave a link, but UA-cam won't allow it.) Thanks for a great video!

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 3 місяці тому

      At first I read this as convexed lol My poor brain is tired. I looked up your knife, I do believe this would work. The stones are only an inch wide and your recurve is gentle enough that the stone edges shouldn't have issues following the arc of the edge.

    • @clintonmccool2330
      @clintonmccool2330 3 місяці тому

      ​@@DavidB-MTOthanks for the reply and your expertise! I'll be purchasing this unit shortly... 👍

  • @DA_Fishman
    @DA_Fishman 3 місяці тому

    Good demo! It’s surprisingly similar to my Kadet Pro that cost 6x more. A wrap of kapton tape will firm up the grip of the clamps without the wiggle of rubber. What size are the clamp screws? A knurled or T-handle wrench should provide enough torque to adequately tighten the clamps. What is the diameter of the rod? Curious if other stone holders (like Hapstone) will fit to allow two-sided flat ended stones like Venev. Thanks!

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 3 місяці тому

      Yeah it's very similar, I would say a copy of it. I will look into the kapton tape. I don't know any sizes, I don't have any calipers to check but I'm sure I can get info from Xarilk. Yes I think a T shaped wrench would work better. The clamps from my pioneer fit the Xarilk so it would be whatever size those are. I will say the rods on the Xarilk sharpeners are no where near as nice as others. No polish or anything, I think it hinders the smoothess somewhat.

    • @bmwfish
      @bmwfish 3 місяці тому

      @@DavidB-MTO sorry, I meant which size hex wrench is needed to tighten the clamp screws? I think I could hear the unpolished rod. Maybe if it’s the same size as a TSPROF or Hapstone rod, it might be worth swapping out.

    • @saucyscrambler8710
      @saucyscrambler8710 Місяць тому

      ⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠@@bmwfish@davidB-MTO any update if the rod is able to changed? Are there any clamps you recommend swapping to over these? I’m trying to Frankenstein this into a beast😂

  • @EDCandLace
    @EDCandLace 4 місяці тому

    This system punches well above it's price range

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 4 місяці тому

      Absolutely, it has a lot of features people pay $$$ for.

    • @southside1975
      @southside1975 9 днів тому

      Mine needs adjustment with all the set screws to keep angel the same when i flipped knife.

  • @wyattbyrd3191
    @wyattbyrd3191 4 місяці тому

    WIll the stone holder accept dual sided stones like the Venev Centaur? Thanks

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 4 місяці тому

      I don't own any dual sided stones, but I would say no. There's no as much clearance between the arm and that brackets that hold the stones like some other brands. It feels like it was made to accept the ones included, but others will fit.

  • @wyattbyrd3191
    @wyattbyrd3191 4 місяці тому

    How are the locking mechanisms on the rotation bar and the angle set, compared to the TS Prof?

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 4 місяці тому

      No where near as good as TSProf, but for the price is serviceable.

    • @wyattbyrd3191
      @wyattbyrd3191 3 місяці тому

      @@DavidB-MTO Thanks

  • @mmarrugat
    @mmarrugat 4 місяці тому

    Do you know if this unit acepts the TSPROF stones?

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 4 місяці тому

      Yes it will accept all 6" stones

  • @chuckard3633
    @chuckard3633 4 місяці тому

    I like mine

  • @lances9895
    @lances9895 4 місяці тому

    Do you know if this unit accepts the TSPROF clamps?

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 4 місяці тому

      I think there's enough of a difference that they won't. I'll check it out for you though. My Etsy adapter for the TSProf fits the Xarilk of I modify it slightly and get some different bolts

    • @خالدالمالكي-ص1و
      @خالدالمالكي-ص1و 4 місяці тому

      if it's 2 cm where you fit the clamps in the frame then it should fit very well

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 4 місяці тому

      holy smokes your right! I'll take a pic tonight. My pioneer clamps with L adapters works perfectly! Very interesting indeed

    • @lances9895
      @lances9895 4 місяці тому

      @@خالدالمالكي-ص1و So any TSPROF Pro or Kadet clamp should work then? Wish I would have taken advantage of the Prime Day price.

    • @saucyscrambler8710
      @saucyscrambler8710 Місяць тому

      @@DavidB-MTOlink to pioneer clamps? This review was awesome but the clamp is probably second most important feature behind the angles being true

  • @1Lexicon
    @1Lexicon 4 місяці тому

    This size is great compared to the rest of their models

  • @stevendunnuck
    @stevendunnuck 5 місяців тому

    thumb stud version should be available soon :(:

    • @briandunn5861
      @briandunn5861 4 місяці тому

      Dude i think the hot dog hole is unique and its extremely effective. Its too bad all the youtube reviews have been so hard on that one aspect. I think you killed it on this design.

    • @stevendunnuck
      @stevendunnuck 4 місяці тому

      Thanks I really tried to do something a little different. The knife scene is plaqued by the same old same old. Also a new design is in the works and hopefully it works out because it's pretty wild. The lock up may be difficult to get right so we will see@briandunn5861 ​@@briandunn5861

  • @Bob-I-am
    @Bob-I-am 5 місяців тому

    I suppose the reason for combining a pry tool and a utility knife in the same tool is so that it can be used to open large packages which are both stapled and taped shut. Some other people mentioned that the locking button fell off their older Prybid Utility tool. I hope that won't happen with this updated version. Thanks for the review. MTO is a great forum.

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 5 місяців тому

      The button issue doesn't seem to be a problem on the new model. I can see how the tool is aimed at being a multipurpose for boxes and large packages. Thanks for supporting us ☺️

    • @Tomdatruth
      @Tomdatruth 2 місяці тому

      As a painter and decorator this is the perfect knife. The utility blade can cut the tips of caulk tubes etc. and the prybar opens my tins of paint .. unreal!😊

  • @jjohnson1835
    @jjohnson1835 5 місяців тому

    I’ve got the same one. I like it

  • @DanielTAGyota
    @DanielTAGyota 6 місяців тому

    Are they shipping out Flex's to influencers only first?

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 5 місяців тому

      The pre-orders have been shipping. I got mine months before launch for testing/review

  • @sosonggosanusi5766
    @sosonggosanusi5766 6 місяців тому

    I bought one of these for around US $20 here in Indonesia. I like its size, not too big and not too small. The main blade is very sharp and the scissors cut through not just paper but also cloths, paracords, cardboards, etc. I haven't tested the other tools yet. But overall I'm satisfied with it as far as price and quality are concerned.

  • @MrNb131
    @MrNb131 6 місяців тому

    I was hoping that I was wrong and that this multi-tool doesn't actually require unlocking to open. At its price I like almost everything else about it. It looks cool, has a solid tool-set, and all outside-opening tools. But every time I pick it up that lock drives me nuts and I put it back in the drawer with the 10 or so other multitools gathering dust. Great review!

  • @SupaFastRacing
    @SupaFastRacing 6 місяців тому

    Add me

  • @kellypainter7625
    @kellypainter7625 6 місяців тому

    I got mine this week. Haven't had a lot of time with it yet but pretty nice. I bought a bunch of the blades that I thought I would like and the ones I have tried are pretty good.

  • @ParkerBinion
    @ParkerBinion 6 місяців тому

    How much does it weigh when all decked out?

  • @maxlvledc
    @maxlvledc 6 місяців тому

    Glad they got one to you guys

    • @DavidB-MTO
      @DavidB-MTO 6 місяців тому

      Yes sir, glad we could cover this. Appreciate what you do.

  • @Viperadeedc
    @Viperadeedc 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing🎉🙌👍