You got the old version. They have since moved the hole further away from the handle and the logo is on the other side. Mine opens and closes completely fine and I love it. Mine came direct from Gerber.
good for them for correcting some issues with the, I got 2 of them and they are both identical, maybe Ill try a newer version down the road, Id be very open to trade for one to compare
The new version has a larger, rectangular over travel that I heard is designed to reduce the pressure you put on the frame lock. With the smaller, circular over travel stop, your Palm pressed against the frame lock, making it harder to open
@@cutlerylover I also have the second one and I can open it with a "spidy flick" with my middle finger and it just flys out also with a few pennies under the pocket clip over night solved the tight clip
I just purchased this knife and I get your points and agree. It is totally not an EDC blade. However, the niche I got it for is food prep when i am camping. It will stay in my camp box and when I am grilling steaks or chicken on the grill and chopping potatoes, etc I am hoping it will perform well. That was my reason for the purchase, definitely not for EDC.
I have the newer version tan g10 and its awesome, detent is sweet, flicks open ala spyderco, thumbhole is different and it drops shut after i oiled it. Hasn't left my pocket since i bought it and i have plenty of higher end knives.
Jeff can u throw a ziptie or two on it and try to wave it out of your pocket?? Also curious if that wold help with the one handed opening as a makeshift thumbstud too.
I just mailed mine back to Gerber at the suggestion of customer support for the exact same issues. Have you attempted to use the one you got in the battlbox? If you haven't checked see if the one in battlbox has a different over travel stop and then see if that one is easier to open. That's the redesigned model and I've seen several people thumb flicking those out of the box.
Thanks for sharing Jeff, It is definitely not my favorite battle box knife for 2018. But I did sharpen it CRAZY! Sharp & I now use it as a Straight Razor. Unfortunately this makes the EDGE weak for day to day use. I have had fun & humorous moments shaving with it. Would I regularly daily carry it. No. Figured I would share how I decided to use my FlatIron Take Care friend.
Hi man. U dont have a couple dull blades u can give me? Im actually getting into knives and im learning how to sharpen them so a couple knives to practice would be grate
Don’t they have an updated version of this out now. You reviewing the original. Not sure what all diff n changed on second version. I know you can tell them apart by the round lock stop and new one has like a boxy looking one down lower
I don't mind mine. I edc it. Then again I love my buck 110. I also have the G10 version. I treat it like a Pocket utility knife. The pocket clip is tight. I took mine off and bent over a bit.
I EDC one... my go to for food prep and such. Best folding chef's knife I've used. Opens one handed as easy as any spiderco and unless you have majorly soft skin, it's not painful to open with a thumb. Washes easy, internals clean simply, all around good knife and unless you have paper thin skin, try before you count it out. This guy makes good points, but non of his issues are things I've encountered at all.
From what you said I like it, i carry a buck 110 so I’m fine with two handed open, I like it being hard to unlock because I’ve ad locks fail on me so I have a fear of that, I like very tight pocket clips because I’ve had knives like my rat 1 slide out of my pocket. I have not purchased a flatiron yet but I’m planning on it
you can fix most of the probs, Take the knife apart. sand the detent down a little or make the hole smaller with superglue. bend the clip out slightly. put either a nut\bolt in the thumb hole or use a ziptight for a wave. jmo
Bruh I got a generation 2 of the same knife and it's pretty easy to open, the thumbhole is bigger and more down so it's more comfortable and it is more reinforced. Got it for under 30 at bass pro and it's pretty good for the price.
That's the old version, there is a new version available now it's repositioned the opening hole so it's easier to open one handed and the over travel stop is larger, I own the newer version. The pocket clip is the same, I've had no problems with the lock or the ergonomics.
#cutlerylover I would be interested in seeing your opinion on the updated Flatiron that Gerber recently came out with. Looks like they made a larger thumb slot and changed the over travel stop.
For everyone saying they added zip ties or it’s uncomfortable to open, stop complaining and use the knife lol. I flip mine flawlessly with no problems, with my thumb just like a stud. It’s a beautiful knife, the only issue I have is how quick it loses its edge.
I 1000% agree!!!!! I hate mine. The pivot screw is cemented in. I tried to loosen it and striped the screw.... now I am stuck with a two handed opener. I contacted gerber who said send it in and if there is anything wrong they will fix it... waste of time because it will be to their spec. I am likely just going to throw mine away...
I believe I have the 2nd revision or v2 model with the updated thumb hole opening, its longer and tapers towards the front of the blade. Also an updated frame lock guide, or stabilizer. The G10 scale handle is a pretty good handle scale and it provides a pretty solid grip. The frame lock is solid and easy to manipulate but slightly awkward for smaller hands. The blade is a good quality steel but soft like you said, and its great for chopping and shaving but the edge needed attention immediately for sharpening purposes. I like the knife but its almost a novelty and not an EDC, definitely a cool knife that I'll keep in the rotation. And Jeff for the knife clip i just took a flat chisel or screwdriver and bent out the pocket clip to make it move along easier
I've carried this knife for about 2 months. I really wish I could've got the newer version. I've wanted to try to loosen the pivot screw or lubricate it. I really have a love/hate relationship with it. I have a big callus on my thumb from flicking it open. It took me about 4 weeks of use before I can even get to that 'flick open' stage. And today I still have to use some wrist action. I work as a meat cutter at a grocery store so you can probably see how I was attracted to this knife lol. I'm probably going to start looking at other pocket cleavers like the CRKT ripsnort or Pilar large. The new gerber jukebox looks really interesting but before I pull the trigger on it, id want to watch some reviews about it first. I think the big problem with me (and other people) and the flatiron is that we bought it because it looked nice and we didn't really know how it would handle. I hope the jukebox isn't a disappointment, too.
Decent cleaver folders, ganzo F755 (like $15-$20 but an excellent value). The Artisan cutlery orthodox, more like a straight razor kinda, $440-$60 depending on size and grip materials.
"Most uncomfortable folder in the world" from you means a lot. For someone who's owned as many knives as you have over the years to say that with no hesitation to me is shocking. Personally, I'd like to see someone like Brouse blades come out with a cleaver out of their new budget line. Their pension for great design in a flipper style would be an awesome addition to their line.
I hope Gerber cleans up its image. My first pocketknife was a gerber that my dad bought me from a sports authority, wish i remembered the model. Hopefully they will be a respected company down the road.
I would have thought that the 2 major red flags would be that its a copy of spyderco roc and the price ive owned gerbers and for me price shows quality of gerber btw can anyone tell me a good strait razor style traditional folder not rough rider or ETC brands
The Gerber Flatiron. When I searched up "knife laws in China" a few years back, by my understanding and interpretations of their laws, the only type of knife that is legal to carry is under 6" of blade and has a tip of 60 degrees ( inclusive). Essentially an XXL Gerber Flatiron or a huge cleaver, either folding or fixed. The next time I visit China, I hope Gerber will make a XXL Flatiron in the $30 range.
So look at the kettlebrll as well it would been a amazing contest against the crkt pillar but somehow it passes inspection without being finished I had to regrind both knifes to get the to open cause the area the frame lock rest on is messy ezsposed non smoothed metal with butks all over it after that they become amazing
I don't think the problem is the knife... It would appear that you are suffering from acute ladyhanditis. If you work with your hands, or just don't locean them up twice a day for that matter, this knife will be plenty comfortable. I have no issue opening one handed just with the thumb hole.
I have this knife... And I mostly agree. The clip, the opening, and closing are pains in the ass. But using it in the hand... Not bad. It's a good worker.
I’ve got to respectfully disagree regarding the thumbstud on the Kershaw Vapor. I see how one can use it incorrectly and find it extremely uncomfortable, but if used properly, I find no discomfort in opening the knife. It’s as simple as approaching the thumbstud from the side, not from the top.
Maybe a nice EDC knife if you live in NJ, where all of knives laws are felony charges. A nice concept knife, I’ve actually thought about taking a different pocket clip a changing it out. Gerber has came out with some other knives like this at shot show but a little smaller
I have probably owned a dozen paraframes all three sizes not a fan, HOWEVER at some point in my youth I didnt mind them that much and enjoyed using it...
I love the aesthetics of this knife, and almost bought one. At last minute, my eye caught the Eafengrow EF11. Its a straight-edge, slight wharncliff tip knife for twelve dollars. Its a classic friction folder and claims to be D2. I haven't done enough cutting to properly compare it to my other knives with D2, but so far the steel is at least adequate.
Learn loosen the tention screw, and to flick your wrist. It will for sure be the way to go for opening that kinda style blade. I would keep it , loosen it a bit, lube the bugger . Get your flick nice and strong . The hot spot will always be there tho lol
The one i got, didnt had the super tight Pocket clip. And I must say I have a pretty little hand and I dont have that much problems. Maybe let christina try it (sorry if i missspelled her Name)
I fully agree 100%, the original version really shit the bed. I just bought the updated version, it's much better, not perfect though. But what do you want for $28.00?(sale at Dick's sporting goods)
Man mine was fucked straight out the box I love the look and idea behind it but my lock was crap it took 2 hands to unlock it and when I tried to open it the and the screws stripped!!! Massive let down man
7cr17 can't cut poly rope. I have one and the edge folded over so bad that it was beyond repair. I could put a recurve on the blade, but that's ridiculous on a clever.
I don't agree I carry it and enjoy it and like it.(it's my pocket dropper) It loosens up nicely well mine has opens easy with the slot one handed for me. Well I do agree that clip is worthless as hell. Irritates me to so I guess I do have one issue. I do have a nice cleaver the zugang.
The Gerber 'Flatiron' Is not only a dissapointment, it's a complete rip-off of a Japanese design. The Japanese knife has been around since 2013. Artists often take from each other, but they acknowledge the other design. Credit where it's due. Even the new version of the flatiorn, is made more like the oriental version.
I'm just as disappointed in mine. The one I own was great at first. Didn't mind the clip being tight and I don't care that the steel was cheap with the price and the awesome design. But the lock bar sucked with the stiffness. And my blade developed horrendous play after 2 weeks of use and I couldn't couldn't fix it because they used cheap soft screws and 10 pounds of thread locker on all of them. Now I have a tactical aluminum maraca with chewed screws.
You should have bought an S-TEC folding cleaver, I have 1 and its reliable 1 handed flipper. I recently tested my folding cleaver and shredded paper with it. With just a few swipes, but I had to sharpen it first. It doesn't come razor sharp out of the box, but with a little work it will be razor sharp. I paid $29.99 for mine plus shipping and handling. My cleaver is better and I paid less!
Apparently by Gerber's standards, it's one of their best selling, most popular knives in their production other than the Gerber Strongarm & Ghostrike. One that they rave about, kinda like their center drive multitools. Just about everyone I know has a leatherman or some no name cheap $10 multitool. Another reason why I hell f'ing aint gonna buy a god damn Gerber. Only Gerber product I own and use is my Shard; and the only use for that is opening bottles.
Dude I used to use a real straight razor as a tactical EDC , and no I wasn't a pimp. it was before tactical folders existed... talk about difficult openings ! try a black zip tie through that hole and trim it close to the lock and then try a one handed opening. trust me it will work! I saw one latched on one of nutnfancys little edcs. so credit where its due good luck p.s. its a cool looker!
I remember seeing this knife and was like holy crap I need one! Ordered it, started fondling the knife and liked it at first. Then I tried opening it... and closing it... and attempting to clip it to my pocket... realized right then and there, why it was only like $25. Used the knife a little bit using a cleaving motion. The knife chipped right away (very small chip). I ended up trying to clean it up and gifting it to a friend, which it was barely worthy of gifting to be honest. EDIT: The pocket clip on this knife is hands down the WORST pocket clip I have EVER attempted to use. It's 99% useless. You have to pry it open to even use it, regardless of the type of fabric or it's thickness.
And here I thought Gerber would finally step up their game. Seems like they got things right on paper (nice design and features), but when you start handling the knives, their lack of experience really shows.
I lol'd at "tighter than a snake's cooter".
You got the old version. They have since moved the hole further away from the handle and the logo is on the other side. Mine opens and closes completely fine and I love it. Mine came direct from Gerber.
good for them for correcting some issues with the, I got 2 of them and they are both identical, maybe Ill try a newer version down the road, Id be very open to trade for one to compare
The new version has a larger, rectangular over travel that I heard is designed to reduce the pressure you put on the frame lock. With the smaller, circular over travel stop, your Palm pressed against the frame lock, making it harder to open
@@cutlerylover I also have the second one and I can open it with a "spidy flick" with my middle finger and it just flys out also with a few pennies under the pocket clip over night solved the tight clip
How do u make sure u order a new one and not a old ?
@@kuromew3489 buy it straight from Gerber instead of amazon
I really love the flat iron personally.
It has its place, but not as an EDC.
my buddy skinned and quartered a few hogs with one earlier this year. I was amazed at how well it worked for that picked one up after that.
I have two of these & use them for EDC. The only issue I have is the detent. Other than that it's a fine knife & I'm a "knife nut"
I did the old emerson zip tie mod to mine and worked perfectly
I just purchased this knife and I get your points and agree. It is totally not an EDC blade. However, the niche I got it for is food prep when i am camping. It will stay in my camp box and when I am grilling steaks or chicken on the grill and chopping potatoes, etc I am hoping it will perform well. That was my reason for the purchase, definitely not for EDC.
I have the newer version tan g10 and its awesome, detent is sweet, flicks open ala spyderco, thumbhole is different and it drops shut after i oiled it. Hasn't left my pocket since i bought it and i have plenty of higher end knives.
Jeff can u throw a ziptie or two on it and try to wave it out of your pocket?? Also curious if that wold help with the one handed opening as a makeshift thumbstud too.
Ghetto solution lol
I just mailed mine back to Gerber at the suggestion of customer support for the exact same issues. Have you attempted to use the one you got in the battlbox? If you haven't checked see if the one in battlbox has a different over travel stop and then see if that one is easier to open. That's the redesigned model and I've seen several people thumb flicking those out of the box.
The 2nd version and large hands makes this a great EDC knife. I love it!!!
Could be cool for a dedicated food prep folder. Not an EDC, but keep it in the kitchen or in a camp kit.
Can another company take this design and fix thisknifemakeit 60 with d2 or a nice steel
I'm surprised cold steel hasnt done a cleaver folder like this
@@kydd666 agreed axis lock cleaver cough dare I say on barings pls
Wait I meant the back lock they do not axis lol that's Benchmade xD right ah idk I'm tired Ben reaserching knives to far into the night
Thanks for sharing Jeff, It is definitely not my favorite battle box knife for 2018. But I did sharpen it CRAZY! Sharp & I now use it as a Straight Razor. Unfortunately this makes the EDGE weak for day to day use. I have had fun & humorous moments shaving with it. Would I regularly daily carry it. No.
Figured I would share how I decided to use my FlatIron
Take Care friend.
Hi man. U dont have a couple dull blades u can give me? Im actually getting into knives and im learning how to sharpen them so a couple knives to practice would be grate
Can it be middle finger flicked?? Or is the hole too high?
Don’t they have an updated version of this out now. You reviewing the original. Not sure what all diff n changed on second version. I know you can tell them apart by the round lock stop and new one has like a boxy looking one down lower
I don't mind mine. I edc it. Then again I love my buck 110. I also have the G10 version. I treat it like a Pocket utility knife. The pocket clip is tight. I took mine off and bent over a bit.
Really awesome review.
I EDC one... my go to for food prep and such. Best folding chef's knife I've used. Opens one handed as easy as any spiderco and unless you have majorly soft skin, it's not painful to open with a thumb. Washes easy, internals clean simply, all around good knife and unless you have paper thin skin, try before you count it out. This guy makes good points, but non of his issues are things I've encountered at all.
From what you said I like it, i carry a buck 110 so I’m fine with two handed open, I like it being hard to unlock because I’ve ad locks fail on me so I have a fear of that, I like very tight pocket clips because I’ve had knives like my rat 1 slide out of my pocket. I have not purchased a flatiron yet but I’m planning on it
Polished stone wash is a great finish at least. Looks great even with heavy use.
you can fix most of the probs, Take the knife apart. sand the detent down a little or make the hole smaller with superglue. bend the clip out slightly. put either a nut\bolt in the thumb hole or use a ziptight for a wave. jmo
I have one I wouldn’t say i love it I don’t like the pocket clip i put a thumb stud i got from bladehq that makes it easy to open but I do like it
Bruh I got a generation 2 of the same knife and it's pretty easy to open, the thumbhole is bigger and more down so it's more comfortable and it is more reinforced. Got it for under 30 at bass pro and it's pretty good for the price.
Chodey pocket clip lmao.
That's the old version, there is a new version available now it's repositioned the opening hole so it's easier to open one handed and the over travel stop is larger, I own the newer version. The pocket clip is the same, I've had no problems with the lock or the ergonomics.
#cutlerylover I would be interested in seeing your opinion on the updated Flatiron that Gerber recently came out with. Looks like they made a larger thumb slot and changed the over travel stop.
me too perhaps Ill get one down the road to compare Id give it a second Chance for sure!
For everyone saying they added zip ties or it’s uncomfortable to open, stop complaining and use the knife lol. I flip mine flawlessly with no problems, with my thumb just like a stud. It’s a beautiful knife, the only issue I have is how quick it loses its edge.
I 1000% agree!!!!! I hate mine. The pivot screw is cemented in. I tried to loosen it and striped the screw.... now I am stuck with a two handed opener. I contacted gerber who said send it in and if there is anything wrong they will fix it... waste of time because it will be to their spec. I am likely just going to throw mine away...
Most cheap gerbers like that 1 in 50 are super hard to open if you loosen the top screw they work like a charm
I believe I have the 2nd revision or v2 model with the updated thumb hole opening, its longer and tapers towards the front of the blade. Also an updated frame lock guide, or stabilizer. The G10 scale handle is a pretty good handle scale and it provides a pretty solid grip. The frame lock is solid and easy to manipulate but slightly awkward for smaller hands. The blade is a good quality steel but soft like you said, and its great for chopping and shaving but the edge needed attention immediately for sharpening purposes. I like the knife but its almost a novelty and not an EDC, definitely a cool knife that I'll keep in the rotation. And Jeff for the knife clip i just took a flat chisel or screwdriver and bent out the pocket clip to make it move along easier
I have the same problem with the crkt squid
Cool looking. I like the cut up on the blade but the hole is way too small. I think Id stick to the Spyderco Roc
I've carried this knife for about 2 months. I really wish I could've got the newer version. I've wanted to try to loosen the pivot screw or lubricate it. I really have a love/hate relationship with it. I have a big callus on my thumb from flicking it open. It took me about 4 weeks of use before I can even get to that 'flick open' stage. And today I still have to use some wrist action. I work as a meat cutter at a grocery store so you can probably see how I was attracted to this knife lol. I'm probably going to start looking at other pocket cleavers like the CRKT ripsnort or Pilar large. The new gerber jukebox looks really interesting but before I pull the trigger on it, id want to watch some reviews about it first. I think the big problem with me (and other people) and the flatiron is that we bought it because it looked nice and we didn't really know how it would handle. I hope the jukebox isn't a disappointment, too.
Decent cleaver folders, ganzo F755 (like $15-$20 but an excellent value). The Artisan cutlery orthodox, more like a straight razor kinda, $440-$60 depending on size and grip materials.
Best clever folder - Kizer Sheepdog.
Try doing it with the pinch grip but instead of putting your finger in the slot, put your thumb below it. It works great for me
I was on the edge of buying it, but this makes me want something else. Also what do you think about the new Gerber "Fastball".
"Most uncomfortable folder in the world" from you means a lot. For someone who's owned as many knives as you have over the years to say that with no hesitation to me is shocking. Personally, I'd like to see someone like Brouse blades come out with a cleaver out of their new budget line. Their pension for great design in a flipper style would be an awesome addition to their line.
Price
I hope Gerber cleans up its image. My first pocketknife was a gerber that my dad bought me from a sports authority, wish i remembered the model. Hopefully they will be a respected company down the road.
“At first I thought it was choadey, then I realized it is tighter than a snake’s cooter...”
😂 😭 😂
I would have thought that the 2 major red flags would be that its a copy of spyderco roc and the price ive owned gerbers and for me price shows quality of gerber btw can anyone tell me a good strait razor style traditional folder not rough rider or ETC brands
Use an zip tie see if that would work like Spyderco and maybe bend the clip up some with pliers
The Gerber Flatiron. When I searched up "knife laws in China" a few years back, by my understanding and interpretations of their laws, the only type of knife that is legal to carry is under 6" of blade and has a tip of 60 degrees ( inclusive). Essentially an XXL Gerber Flatiron or a huge cleaver, either folding or fixed. The next time I visit China, I hope Gerber will make a XXL Flatiron in the $30 range.
So look at the kettlebrll as well it would been a amazing contest against the crkt pillar but somehow it passes inspection without being finished I had to regrind both knifes to get the to open cause the area the frame lock rest on is messy ezsposed non smoothed metal with butks all over it after that they become amazing
It's Gerber. Their reputation went out the window a LONG time ago. Also a decent cleaver-esque knife is the CRKT Razel.
I don't think the problem is the knife... It would appear that you are suffering from acute ladyhanditis. If you work with your hands, or just don't locean them up twice a day for that matter, this knife will be plenty comfortable. I have no issue opening one handed just with the thumb hole.
I have this knife... And I mostly agree. The clip, the opening, and closing are pains in the ass. But using it in the hand... Not bad. It's a good worker.
I have the G10 version and have the same problems.
you should try the ganzo cleaver knife. i rely like mine
I’ve got to respectfully disagree regarding the thumbstud on the Kershaw Vapor. I see how one can use it incorrectly and find it extremely uncomfortable, but if used properly, I find no discomfort in opening the knife. It’s as simple as approaching the thumbstud from the side, not from the top.
Maybe a nice EDC knife if you live in NJ, where all of knives laws are felony charges. A nice concept knife, I’ve actually thought about taking a different pocket clip a changing it out. Gerber has came out with some other knives like this at shot show but a little smaller
Check out Artisan Cutlery they make a straight razor folder.. I just got a Steel Will Piercer and it’s awesome def get your mitts on one
Try the Gerber paraframe if you think that's bad
I like the paraframe
@@jaydnaliprandini9799 the lock was to hard on my thumb
Mine had rediculous blade play. Back and forth, side to side. You could use that thing as a fukin maraca
The Paraframes are way better and cheaper
I have probably owned a dozen paraframes all three sizes not a fan, HOWEVER at some point in my youth I didnt mind them that much and enjoyed using it...
I love the aesthetics of this knife, and almost bought one. At last minute, my eye caught the Eafengrow EF11. Its a straight-edge, slight wharncliff tip knife for twelve dollars. Its a classic friction folder and claims to be D2. I haven't done enough cutting to properly compare it to my other knives with D2, but so far the steel is at least adequate.
lol the problem is it’s a gerber.. nuff said 🥶
Learn loosen the tention screw, and to flick your wrist. It will for sure be the way to go for opening that kinda style blade. I would keep it , loosen it a bit, lube the bugger . Get your flick nice and strong . The hot spot will always be there tho lol
The one i got, didnt had the super tight Pocket clip. And I must say I have a pretty little hand and I dont have that much problems. Maybe let christina try it (sorry if i missspelled her Name)
I think they have a new version
It's uncomfortable to hear him repeatedly say "uncumftable"
I like giving this guy shit, but Kevin Cleary and his "ok?"/"all right? " every fourth word and the end of every sentence drives me crazy
I did the "nutnfancy" trick and put a zip tie in the hole and tightened it down. Gives it a makeshift thumb stud.
They updated the design and fixed the problems it has
I would still buy it I don't like pocket clips because I loose them to much toting knives that way
"Tighter than a snake's cooter" haha love ya man, keep doing what ya do
Dang, I really had high hopes for it... Damnit! Well thanks anyway Jeff, lucky I didn't buy it yet
It's a bit different now it's a lot easier to use now I highly recommend it
I wanted so badly to love it. I love cleaver folders. I own a Spyderco roc. But I just couldn’t do it. The flat iron was just so meh
I fully agree 100%, the original version really shit the bed. I just bought the updated version, it's much better, not perfect though. But what do you want for $28.00?(sale at Dick's sporting goods)
Review the 87
Man mine was fucked straight out the box I love the look and idea behind it but my lock was crap it took 2 hands to unlock it and when I tried to open it the and the screws stripped!!! Massive let down man
I nominate the copper Natrix as well.
7cr17 can't cut poly rope. I have one and the edge folded over so bad that it was beyond repair. I could put a recurve on the blade, but that's ridiculous on a clever.
But does it djent?
Wrong channel lol
I don't agree I carry it and enjoy it and like it.(it's my pocket dropper) It loosens up nicely well mine has opens easy with the slot one handed for me. Well I do agree that clip is worthless as hell. Irritates me to so I guess I do have one issue. I do have a nice cleaver the zugang.
It's more of a conversation piece than anything
The Gerber 'Flatiron' Is not only a dissapointment, it's a complete rip-off of a Japanese design. The Japanese knife has been around since 2013. Artists often take from each other, but they acknowledge the other design. Credit where it's due. Even the new version of the flatiorn, is made more like the oriental version.
Thanks, you just saved me $35 bucks. I was about to buy it and was googling to find the best price and found your video review.
Its actually a good knife.
Bravo
I LOL'd just hearing you talk about the clip. I had the exact same frustrations trying to like this knife after the fact.
I'm just as disappointed in mine. The one I own was great at first. Didn't mind the clip being tight and I don't care that the steel was cheap with the price and the awesome design. But the lock bar sucked with the stiffness. And my blade developed horrendous play after 2 weeks of use and I couldn't couldn't fix it because they used cheap soft screws and 10 pounds of thread locker on all of them. Now I have a tactical aluminum maraca with chewed screws.
Hi
Two hand opening is perfect for germany. Onehanded knives are Not allowed here, they count as weapons
You should have bought an S-TEC folding cleaver, I have 1 and its reliable 1 handed flipper. I recently tested my folding cleaver and shredded paper with it. With just a few swipes, but I had to sharpen it first. It doesn't come razor sharp out of the box, but with a little work it will be razor sharp. I paid $29.99 for mine plus shipping and handling. My cleaver is better and I paid less!
Apparently by Gerber's standards, it's one of their best selling, most popular knives in their production other than the Gerber Strongarm & Ghostrike. One that they rave about, kinda like their center drive multitools. Just about everyone I know has a leatherman or some no name cheap $10 multitool. Another reason why I hell f'ing aint gonna buy a god damn Gerber. Only Gerber product I own and use is my Shard; and the only use for that is opening bottles.
Lol I saw a shot show vid they said it was a big seller and made another one I think larger blade hq vid great vid
Please do a best knives under 50 dollars
Can I have it please?
would make a good flipper in a v2
I bet if you gave this design to civivi or bestech they would have killed it!
Any other cleaver style knives? I might buy one since i am a fan of the design.
It's like Hi Point pistol. You have to break it in.
For about a decade.
I've got 938,000 rounds through mine. It's almost broke in.😂
Always been a fan of Gerber. It's a shame they outsourced a lot of their mid and lower range products overseas.
Dude I used to use a real straight razor as a tactical EDC , and no I wasn't a pimp. it was before tactical folders existed... talk about difficult openings ! try a black zip tie through that hole and trim it close to the lock and then try a one handed opening. trust me it will work! I saw one latched on one of nutnfancys little edcs. so credit where its due good luck p.s. its a cool looker!
Ill take it man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!👍👍👍👍👍😁👍👍👍
So glad you did this vid cause I was thinking about it. Now could u review the large Pilar? Or the Pilarge??
I remember seeing this knife and was like holy crap I need one! Ordered it, started fondling the knife and liked it at first. Then I tried opening it... and closing it... and attempting to clip it to my pocket... realized right then and there, why it was only like $25. Used the knife a little bit using a cleaving motion. The knife chipped right away (very small chip). I ended up trying to clean it up and gifting it to a friend, which it was barely worthy of gifting to be honest.
EDIT: The pocket clip on this knife is hands down the WORST pocket clip I have EVER attempted to use. It's 99% useless. You have to pry it open to even use it, regardless of the type of fabric or it's thickness.
Bahahahaha "tighter than a snakes cooter" that's gonna be stuck in my head for awhile!!
I’ve had the same experience with it so far. Impossible to open with one hand. I love the way it looks but it shouldn’t be that difficult to open
Middle finger flip it
Send me one of your flatirons and i guarantee i can fix all those issues for you for free
And here I thought Gerber would finally step up their game. Seems like they got things right on paper (nice design and features), but when you start handling the knives, their lack of experience really shows.
I'm watching and Spyder flicking mine.
The hole and logo on yours are flipped🤔