I have carried a knife since I was a kid. I am 65 now, still carry one. I have a homemade 5" fixed blade in a horizontal homemade sheath. I live on a ranch. The knife is used all the time.
I just started carrying one for usefulness, but it does help me feel safer and more prepared for anything when I'm out and about, especially with kids in tow.
Fortunately, I've never needed a knife for defence, but, due to health, have found it advantageous to have a knife to gain access to packaging that others can open with their hands. Victorinox makes several small pocket knives that can fit on to a keychain. I still have a Spydercard knife in my wallet in case I encounter a particularly tough container that I need to open. Of course, for convenience, especially if camping or fishing, I can add a one-handed folder like a KaBar Dozier folding hunter. To those of us by with limited dexterity, a small,handy pocket knife is a Godsend.
Ferro rods do NOT require carbon steel to ignite. I've used Stainless Steel (yes, I know carbon can still be in those metals), broken glass, obsidian, sharp spots on granite. The striking object only needs to be harder than the ferrocerium, with a sharp edge.
Ive carried a knife since i was 8 havent left the house with out one since high school ive carried all types but my favorites are traditional slip joints as they are very basic and easy to use
About two years ago, I bought a buck 110. The only reason I did is it’s one of the few knives still made in the United States by Buck. I can tell you it’s one of the best purchases I ever made.
@@theresalways-1Get the Slim version, it has a slimmer polymer handle with a pocket clip and thumb studs to open it with one hand. The two negatives are that the action is hard when opening with one hand and the studs get in the way when sharpening.
I’ve carried a Buck 110 on my belt everyday for 47 years. My Dad gave me my first on my tenth birthday and there hasn’t been a day since I’ve not had a Buck 110 on my belt. Duty Belt for 25 years LE career, edc urban carry, hiking, camping, hunting that Buck knife has been my constant companion.
Yes. Having trudged through Iran, Afghanistan, SE Asia, and other places, it would be a number one choice. I have at least a dozen in an ammo can for shtf. I wear work out shorts so I carry something else.
I think everyone should see this video. The knife and watch are two of (imo) the most important inventions in humankind. I carry one every single time when I leave the house and living in Texas, I use mine about 4-6 times a day at least. In any case; it's better to have it and not need it every single time.
my edc knife opened up a pack of 2 new kitchen knives that were donated to my mosque, my late dad carried a Buck 110. . a few years ago I found one nearly identical to that 110, the one I found lives in my tackle pocket in m rod bag. I have gotten a few people out of a jam with my edc knives as well as open alot of boxes and packaging in my mosque especially just before and during Ramadan
As a patriotic, American, and a patriotic channel you left out the best American knife money can buy. The Koenig arius made in Boise Idaho. Yes they’re obscenely and extremely extremely expensive. But they are the best American knife money can buy. Thanks for sharing that wonderful video.
The Black Legion folding trench knife is my pocket knife of choice. Very powerful and durable. Has a set of knuckles for punching, glass breaker, and seat belt cutter. Great knife. Peace out!!!
One overlooked knife I have always carried is the Klein electricians knife Drop point blade and a locking flat tip/scraper blade. Plus I also carry another locking blade as well
I also carried a TL-29 until the Leatherman became popular in the late '90s but for someone who just isn't into multi tools the TL-29 is a great option.
I keep flip knives in each of my vehicles that include a seatbelt cutter and glass breaker. You can find sturdy ones at military surplus stores for $15 or less.
I've been carrying a knife every day since I was a kid. Started out with a Case with two blades. (I'm 57). People know I always have a knife and people are constantly asking to borrow it. Lol. I tell them to carry one
Victorinox is my every day carry when traveling. Their one handed trekker series is fantastic. Their little key chain knives are extremely useful as well and will take care of a lot of daily tasks. The Victorinox given to me 40 years ago is still a favorite. Buck 110 rides in a Nylon pouch on my belt when I’m at home working on our property.
I've carried a folder or small fixed blade accompanied by a Victorinox farmer or hiker as my EDC as long as I can remember. I couldn't imagine not having them. Every single day, they both come in handy for something, especially if you work in the trades.
I have carried Case and other brand Trapper pocket knives since I was a teenager. I'm 62. I always have a pocket knife, but usually carry a bigger folder as well. Also, if I'm in the field I carry a good fixed blade knife as well. Good Video
I carried a girly little folding knife for most of my life, but when I started crafting my EDC, I replaced it with the K-bar fixed-blade Acheron. It's perfect.
Civivi Mini Praxis 3" D2 steel with G10 handle. My EDC blade. $30. I've found it to be good quality and a great value. You could buy several of these instead of say the Fastball. It's easy to spend too much and collect too many.
I carry SAK Hiker for a multi tool great for yard, camp, and general. I also carry CIVI Mini Praxis, blade less than 3 inches, good feel in the hand, and inexpensive to replace.
I am retired now but have been carrying a knife since I inherited my 1st one in 2nd grade from my grandfather. Even in my retirement, some type of blade is part of my edc, although it might be a lot smaller these days.
1. good comments and advice. 2. I have been to places in the world and under conditions that 99% of the audience will never experience. 3. I won't give my choice among the tools you aptly presented. I will say this. Develop the skills to use any of those tools and you will be far ahead of the learning curve if you need to use the knife. The skills are in cooking, skinning, self defense, making objects out natural material, safely opening packages. 4. Having had an avocation of buying used tools and restoring the same and also having been a knife dealer, start with learning how to maintain and sharpen knives. Having handled hundreds of seized, used knives, what I have observed is a lack of maintenance. Learn that skill and you will never have to pay retail for a knife.
I’m a diesel technician. I carry Benchmade adamas for 3 years now. I use it daily, to cut boxes, rubber hoses, air lines, small pry bar tasks, gasket scraper using the spine, and flick it at my co workers as they walk by lol
I am thankful to live in Florida. My little city is insanely safe & secure, even still, I carry a kershaw something. I don't use it very much, though. I did use it while camping during a spur of the moment trip. Along with my edc 357mag & 2 speed loads. I usually carry a tactical pen if not carrying the kershaw. In a different, less polite shtf situation. I keep on stand-by my Vietnam era M7 Bayonet & scabbard, and my (for now) bushcraft knife is a Gerber Strong arm (I do need a suggestion for a better Bushcraft knife)... Im a chef, in a shtf situation. I know what types of knives i need for food prep, skinning wild game, taking down big game, cutting fish, vegetables, or wild edibles. Those knives do not look tactical. They aren't fighting knives. They have a kitchen purpose. Carried in my Chef Bag, I have enough tools to do any type of cutting job. Love Floridas Freedom, but we need to do more to stifle the crime in our big cities like Miami, Jacksonville, Tampa, St Augustine, and St Petersburg, to name a few problem areas. I do not always carry a firearm, but I always have a self defense Tool in my pocket. Something is better than nothing. Get a Tactical Pen if you're stuck in a Less-Free Infringed State.
Great video ! My go to knife (cutting tool( is the SOG Trident with the seatbelt slot. This SOG knife locks open and is safer then the Swiss Army knife that I used to carry. Also have the SOG KEY knife to attack the card board boxes ! My other cell phone/knife pocket I carry the olight Warrior 3S (2300 lummens) ! And my NATO/EDC watch band carries a digital watch set for 24-Hour time. Also the watch band carries the Suunto button compass ! Timothy Lipinski
He's got some really good knives on here. The first 2 do not have locks. They're called slip joint knives. Good for light work but not the best for "heavy work". The longer lock knives are the ones that have the inside "liner" that acts as the lock when the blade is deployed. The frame lock is the one where the "handle" or frame acts as the lock when the blade is deployed. Those are the most common. Then you have the "cross bar" locks and button locks. Those are knives that some consider safer as it applies to opening and closing the knives because your fingers are out of the way when opening and closing. You can get a really good knife that says for $50 and up. I would recommend getting a blade in D2 or better steel. Also, just because a knife company is an "American company" doesn't mean the knife is made in the USA. Often the less expensive knives are made in China or Taiwan. Both countries are good at making knives these days if you go with the right knife company. Kershaw makes the most affordable USA made knives that typically are just south of $100. As a matter of fact, they make an assisted opening knife in 20cv, which is an EXCELLENT steel, for around $90. If you're willing to spend more companies like Hogue, yes that Hogue, Spyderco, and Microtech are good to start with as they, typically, have good QC and are solid and reliable. If you're wanting to spend somewhere around $50-$80 companies like Civivi, Kizer, Kershaw, and Cold Steel are good to start with. Those companies also make good knives north of that price point. Knife nerds, like me lol, can really get into the weeds on types of steel but to be honest as long as you properly maintain your knife you should do fine with anything above 9cr. Also, Worksharp makes an excellent sharpener for those who want to maintain their pocket knives which goes for $60-$100. That will help you maintain your knife. If anyone who's bothered to read this far has any questions I'll be glad to help. Be safe and have fun!!
@@tombob671 "You can kill someone with a BiC pen with a stab to the neck." True. And it you admit that you are purposely carrying a BIC pen to stab someone you are now carrying a concealed weapon.
You should always refer to it, organically, as a tool. Mine always has been for manufacturing work but even at home/EDC. People who dislike them hear “knife” and it’s a bad thing for whatever reason. If I must, I’ll say pocket-knife. Cause that’s what they are.
Several people gave the best advice. A knife is a tool and that's what you should say. But be ready to have some examples of how you use it as a tool. I mainly use mine for opening Cheetos bags.
The only place for a serrated edge is at the dinner table with cheap cuts of meat. In my opinion, if you love a serrated blade, you haven't yet mastered the art of creating a truely sharp edge. Happy Days!
@@richardelliott9511 "if you love a serrated blade, you haven't yet mastered the art of creating a truely sharp edge. " You haven't yet mastered the laws of physics. How many saws have you seen that are fine edge? A knife is a tool. One blade type does not fit all applications.
The Case knife & Swiss Army knife are called "friction folder" or slipjoint style knives. A liner lock is INSIDE the handle. The ones your showed were called FRAME locks.
Hey Don, I had a friend (who is now retired as a federal agent) who told me if he had to choose between a knife and gun…….he would choose a knife because of the many things you can do with it in a survival situation!
When you see the IDF training videos of a gun verses a knife in close quarter, it will open your eyes to how effective a knife really is. Thanks Skeeter!
Eh in a survival scenario I’d still rather have a gun. I can take 2 rocks and chip off a piece for a stone knife. I can then pry one of the rounds apart carefully and use the powder as a fire ignition aid if really necessary then I’ll have char for a bunch of stuff (making dry coal, water filtration char, char cloth, boiling water in a found or wood vessel made by hot coals burning out a log etc). I’ll be armed with an effective weapon and can drop an enemy with ambush tactics and probably acquire better gear.
Can you break a car door window with an ordinary pocket knife? My one car has a tactical pen in it with window-breaking tip, but the other car has a regular stockman knife. I'm particular with where I store the knife, and people call me "OCD" but I don't want to be hunting through stuff to find it! BTW- use mineral oil to coat the blade so it doesn't rust.
I still have my old KA-BAR locked up in my closet. I don't plan on patrolling the streets of the DMV with it.....but I'm sure its dull by now (had it with me while in Iraq). Can I sharpen it with the same tool I sharpen my kitchen knives with?
My edc went from a Dragonfly 2 to aManbug 12 or so years later. (Love that Victorionox SD classic too). Edit: that first orange knife looks very good too. I've carried everything man... Rat one, rat 2, Kershaw Burst, Ken Onion leek, Spyderco Tenacious... Etc. Some are just too thick, too big, not easy enough with one hand... Etc.
You can have the best knife in the world but if you have a crappy sheath you won't carry it! When looking at fixed blade knives always look carefully at the sheath and if it is adjustable or you can add a utilaclip or a cold steel C clip or something similar. A lot of people just buy a knife they think looks cool or whatever but don't pay attention to the sheath and ultimately they don't carry the blade because of it. It's at least as important as the knife unless you or someone you know can make a custom sheath. ⚔🗡⚔ And yes benchmade has gone off the rails💯 I no longer buy them or carry the ones I own! It's a shame really! 😢 🤷🏻♂️
I have three benchmades, a triage, griptilian and mini barrage in my collection. I've had spyderco and don't like them and I cannot stand liner locks. I won't carry anything else, regardless of their politics.
Great knife!! For some reason the “Old School” knives with brass bolsters and wood handles never seem to make the list. The 110 is virtually indestructible.
You're mistaken when you say that your knife needs carbon content to be able to strike a Ferro rod the only criteria you need is that the material is harder than your Ferro rod and has a sharp edge or corner, you can use a stone or a piece of broken glass as a striker.
My top ten reasons to carry a knife. 1. Because I can 2. To cut 3. Because I want to 4. The 2nd Amendment 5. To fondle 6. To slice my way through obstacles 7. They never run out of ammo 8. To open things 9. Not to fight with since I don’t have training 10. Because I am a man among men
Definitely American, sadly most of those knives shown are illegal in the UK. A locking knife of any description, what ever is illegal to carry (but not to own). Non locking 3inch or less is legal to carry. HOWEVER carrying one for self defense is also illegal, YOU CANNOT CARRY ANY ITEM DEEMED TO BE A WEAPON FOR SELF DEFENSE IN THE UK. Nice video but not for the UK.
I have carried a knife since I was a kid. I am 65 now, still carry one. I have a homemade 5" fixed blade in a horizontal homemade sheath. I live on a ranch. The knife is used all the time.
I live by the Buck knife factory. I take advantage of their tent sales. I got a $140 knife for $30 because the handle was scratched.
I just started carrying one for usefulness, but it does help me feel safer and more prepared for anything when I'm out and about, especially with kids in tow.
Fortunately, I've never needed a knife for defence, but, due to health, have found it advantageous to have a knife to gain access to packaging that others can open with their hands. Victorinox makes several small pocket knives that can fit on to a keychain. I still have a Spydercard knife in my wallet in case I encounter a particularly tough container that I need to open. Of course, for convenience, especially if camping or fishing, I can add a one-handed folder like a KaBar Dozier folding hunter. To those of us by with limited dexterity, a small,handy pocket knife is a Godsend.
Ferro rods do NOT require carbon steel to ignite. I've used Stainless Steel (yes, I know carbon can still be in those metals), broken glass, obsidian, sharp spots on granite. The striking object only needs to be harder than the ferrocerium, with a sharp edge.
Ive carried a knife since i was 8 havent left the house with out one since high school ive carried all types but my favorites are traditional slip joints as they are very basic and easy to use
My EDC knife is basic Smith & Wesson with a thumb stud. Blade is half-serrated and also has a glass breaker and pocket clip.
Yep...S&W makes some decent utility folders. I still own and carry may S&W S.W.A.T. First Millennium Run knife which is nearly 24 years old.
About two years ago, I bought a buck 110. The only reason I did is it’s one of the few knives still made in the United States by Buck. I can tell you it’s one of the best purchases I ever made.
@@theresalways-1Get the Slim version, it has a slimmer polymer handle with a pocket clip and thumb studs to open it with one hand. The two negatives are that the action is hard when opening with one hand and the studs get in the way when sharpening.
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That’s a frame-lock on the Sebenza, which is not the same as a liner-lock.
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Also, another frame-lock on that ZT.
I’ve carried a Buck 110 on my belt everyday for 47 years. My Dad gave me my first on my tenth birthday and there hasn’t been a day since I’ve not had a Buck 110 on my belt. Duty Belt for 25 years LE career, edc urban carry, hiking, camping, hunting that Buck knife has been my constant companion.
Yes. Having trudged through Iran, Afghanistan, SE Asia, and other places, it would be a number one choice. I have at least a dozen in an ammo can for shtf. I wear work out shorts so I carry something else.
I think everyone should see this video. The knife and watch are two of (imo) the most important inventions in humankind. I carry one every single time when I leave the house and living in Texas, I use mine about 4-6 times a day at least. In any case; it's better to have it and not need it every single time.
my edc knife opened up a pack of 2 new kitchen knives that were donated to my mosque, my late dad carried a Buck 110. . a few years ago I found one nearly identical to that 110, the one I found lives in my tackle pocket in m rod bag. I have gotten a few people out of a jam with my edc knives as well as open alot of boxes and packaging in my mosque especially just before and during Ramadan
As a patriotic, American, and a patriotic channel you left out the best American knife money can buy. The Koenig arius made in Boise Idaho. Yes they’re obscenely and extremely extremely expensive. But they are the best American knife money can buy. Thanks for sharing that wonderful video.
I’ve got the Cold Steel Spartan. I love how it deploys when you pull it out of your pocket if you need to. Good design.
I carry 2. Osborne 9400 for personal use ( food , clothes, medical) CJRB Crag for work ( rope,wood, plastics).
The Black Legion folding trench knife is my pocket knife of choice.
Very powerful and durable.
Has a set of knuckles for punching, glass breaker, and seat belt cutter.
Great knife.
Peace out!!!
One overlooked knife I have always carried is the Klein electricians knife Drop point blade and a locking flat tip/scraper blade. Plus I also carry another locking blade as well
I also carried a TL-29 until the Leatherman became popular in the late '90s but for someone who just isn't into multi tools the TL-29 is a great option.
I keep flip knives in each of my vehicles that include a seatbelt cutter and glass breaker. You can find sturdy ones at military surplus stores for $15 or less.
My dad bought, sold , collected and traded hundreds of those CASE knives in the 80s and 90s
When my grandfather passed away in the 80's I got his CASE collection some are from the 50's still in the boxes and will never part with them
I've been carrying a knife every day since I was a kid. Started out with a Case with two blades. (I'm 57).
People know I always have a knife and people are constantly asking to borrow it. Lol. I tell them to carry one
Victorinox is my every day carry when traveling. Their one handed trekker series is fantastic. Their little key chain knives are extremely useful as well and will take care of a lot of daily tasks. The Victorinox given to me 40 years ago is still a favorite. Buck 110 rides in a Nylon pouch on my belt when I’m at home working on our property.
I've carried a folder or small fixed blade accompanied by a Victorinox farmer or hiker as my EDC as long as I can remember. I couldn't imagine not having them. Every single day, they both come in handy for something, especially if you work in the trades.
Love my Knife and fire starting stuff, thanks Don!
I have carried Case and other brand Trapper pocket knives since I was a teenager. I'm 62. I always have a pocket knife, but usually carry a bigger folder as well. Also, if I'm in the field I carry a good fixed blade knife as well. Good Video
I carry a small, basic SAK, I've used it 3 times this week.
Love the channel been listening for years.
I love my O knife Rubato 3 is my EDC, a brilliant piece of kit.
Nice collection Sootch! I noticed that little cleaver you mentioned is actually a Kansept Korvid! Just thought Id mention for anyone looking!
I carried a girly little folding knife for most of my life, but when I started crafting my EDC, I replaced it with the K-bar fixed-blade Acheron. It's perfect.
Very informative. Thank you.
Civivi Mini Praxis 3" D2 steel with G10 handle. My EDC blade. $30. I've found it to be good quality and a great value. You could buy several of these instead of say the Fastball. It's easy to spend too much and collect too many.
I carry SAK Hiker for a multi tool great for yard, camp, and general. I also carry CIVI Mini Praxis, blade less than 3 inches, good feel in the hand, and inexpensive to replace.
I am retired now but have been carrying a knife since I inherited my 1st one in 2nd grade from my grandfather. Even in my retirement, some type of blade is part of my edc, although it might be a lot smaller these days.
For me, walking out the door without a knife would be like leaving the house with no pants on.
1. good comments and advice.
2. I have been to places in the world and under conditions that 99% of the audience will never experience.
3. I won't give my choice among the tools you aptly presented. I will say this. Develop the skills to use any of those tools and you will be far ahead of the learning curve if you need to use the knife. The skills are in cooking, skinning, self defense, making objects out natural material, safely opening packages.
4. Having had an avocation of buying used tools and restoring the same and also having been a knife dealer, start with learning how to maintain and sharpen knives. Having handled hundreds of seized, used knives, what I have observed is a lack of maintenance. Learn that skill and you will never have to pay retail for a knife.
Lots of beautiful knives!
Awesome video
Great video. I have carried a knife of some sort since I was in the single digits.
I’m a diesel technician. I carry Benchmade adamas for 3 years now. I use it daily, to cut boxes, rubber hoses, air lines, small pry bar tasks, gasket scraper using the spine, and flick it at my co workers as they walk by lol
I have carried a knife sense I was 18 it's come in very handy. There was a couple times it saved my life having it on me.
I am thankful to live in Florida. My little city is insanely safe & secure, even still, I carry a kershaw something.
I don't use it very much, though. I did use it while camping during a spur of the moment trip.
Along with my edc 357mag & 2 speed loads. I usually carry a tactical pen if not carrying the kershaw.
In a different, less polite shtf situation. I keep on stand-by my Vietnam era M7 Bayonet & scabbard, and my (for now) bushcraft knife is a Gerber Strong arm (I do need a suggestion for a better Bushcraft knife)...
Im a chef, in a shtf situation. I know what types of knives i need for food prep, skinning wild game, taking down big game, cutting fish, vegetables, or wild edibles. Those knives do not look tactical. They aren't fighting knives. They have a kitchen purpose. Carried in my Chef Bag, I have enough tools to do any type of cutting job.
Love Floridas Freedom, but we need to do more to stifle the crime in our big cities like Miami, Jacksonville, Tampa, St Augustine, and St Petersburg, to name a few problem areas.
I do not always carry a firearm, but I always have a self defense Tool in my pocket. Something is better than nothing.
Get a Tactical Pen if you're stuck in a Less-Free Infringed State.
Great video ! My go to knife (cutting tool( is the SOG Trident with the seatbelt slot. This SOG knife locks open and is safer then the Swiss Army knife that I used to carry. Also have the SOG KEY knife to attack the card board boxes ! My other cell phone/knife pocket I carry the olight Warrior 3S (2300 lummens) ! And my NATO/EDC watch band carries a digital watch set for 24-Hour time. Also the watch band carries the Suunto button compass ! Timothy Lipinski
He's got some really good knives on here. The first 2 do not have locks. They're called slip joint knives. Good for light work but not the best for "heavy work". The longer lock knives are the ones that have the inside "liner" that acts as the lock when the blade is deployed. The frame lock is the one where the "handle" or frame acts as the lock when the blade is deployed. Those are the most common. Then you have the "cross bar" locks and button locks. Those are knives that some consider safer as it applies to opening and closing the knives because your fingers are out of the way when opening and closing. You can get a really good knife that says for $50 and up. I would recommend getting a blade in D2 or better steel. Also, just because a knife company is an "American company" doesn't mean the knife is made in the USA. Often the less expensive knives are made in China or Taiwan. Both countries are good at making knives these days if you go with the right knife company. Kershaw makes the most affordable USA made knives that typically are just south of $100. As a matter of fact, they make an assisted opening knife in 20cv, which is an EXCELLENT steel, for around $90. If you're willing to spend more companies like Hogue, yes that Hogue, Spyderco, and Microtech are good to start with as they, typically, have good QC and are solid and reliable. If you're wanting to spend somewhere around $50-$80 companies like Civivi, Kizer, Kershaw, and Cold Steel are good to start with. Those companies also make good knives north of that price point. Knife nerds, like me lol, can really get into the weeds on types of steel but to be honest as long as you properly maintain your knife you should do fine with anything above 9cr. Also, Worksharp makes an excellent sharpener for those who want to maintain their pocket knives which goes for $60-$100. That will help you maintain your knife. If anyone who's bothered to read this far has any questions I'll be glad to help. Be safe and have fun!!
That sebenza and others like it are frame locks, Not a liner lock. Nice collection 👍🏼
If I carry a knife I cannot legally say it’s for self defence.
It's dumb. You can kill someone with a BiC pen with a stab to the neck. Ditto on just about every tool in the tool box.
@@tombob671 "You can kill someone with a BiC pen with a stab to the neck."
True. And it you admit that you are purposely carrying a BIC pen to stab someone you are now carrying a concealed weapon.
That's why seatbelt cutters and glass breakers are such great features to have on a flip knife.
You should always refer to it, organically, as a tool. Mine always has been for manufacturing work but even at home/EDC. People who dislike them hear “knife” and it’s a bad thing for whatever reason. If I must, I’ll say pocket-knife. Cause that’s what they are.
Several people gave the best advice. A knife is a tool and that's what you should say. But be ready to have some examples of how you use it as a tool. I mainly use mine for opening Cheetos bags.
Multi tool (with knife blade) is underrated.
My favorite edc is a gerber ez out skeleton. Light weight an good edge retention, easy to sharpen
@Sootch00 can u pls do a Video on your Martial Arts Training?
EWw when the ZT spits out fluid from its pivot 😆
Edit: and Cleaver blade at 7:00 isn’t OKnife, that’s a Kansept Korvid I believe 🤷
Do you have a video on multi tools?
Thanks for the great videos
Love the "x reasons" format, keep it up
I have a Civivi chronic flipper. Really comes in handy for Amazon boxes lol
Never underestimate the sharpness and cutting abilities of a good quality serrated knife blade 🔪
Yep. People do not understand physics. Serrations equal more cutting surface area in less linear space.
The only place for a serrated edge is at the dinner table with cheap cuts of meat. In my opinion, if you love a serrated blade, you haven't yet mastered the art of creating a truely sharp edge. Happy Days!
@@richardelliott9511 "if you love a serrated blade, you haven't yet mastered the art of creating a truely sharp edge. "
You haven't yet mastered the laws of physics. How many saws have you seen that are fine edge? A knife is a tool. One blade type does not fit all applications.
The Case knife & Swiss Army knife are called "friction folder" or slipjoint style knives.
A liner lock is INSIDE the handle. The ones your showed were called FRAME locks.
Hey Don, I had a friend (who is now retired as a federal agent) who told me if he had to choose between a knife and gun…….he would choose a knife because of the many things you can do with it in a survival situation!
Well what situation are we talking about? If a man’s challenging me to a gunfight, you can throw that knife option away…
When you see the IDF training videos of a gun verses a knife in close quarter, it will open your eyes to how effective a knife really is. Thanks Skeeter!
@@jasonsolis5416 I did say in a survival situation!
Eh in a survival scenario I’d still rather have a gun. I can take 2 rocks and chip off a piece for a stone knife. I can then pry one of the rounds apart carefully and use the powder as a fire ignition aid if really necessary then I’ll have char for a bunch of stuff (making dry coal, water filtration char, char cloth, boiling water in a found or wood vessel made by hot coals burning out a log etc).
I’ll be armed with an effective weapon and can drop an enemy with ambush tactics and probably acquire better gear.
@@user-nl4ir7cx5r ok, cool!
I always have my Victorinox tinker on me, in a belt pouch.
Can you break a car door window with an ordinary pocket knife? My one car has a tactical pen in it with window-breaking tip, but the other car has a regular stockman knife.
I'm particular with where I store the knife, and people call me "OCD" but I don't want to be hunting through stuff to find it!
BTW- use mineral oil to coat the blade so it doesn't rust.
I always carry my Spyderco para 3 FRN for EDC and my Shivworks Clinch pick 2.0 for self defense.
Thank you for the video
I still have my old KA-BAR locked up in my closet. I don't plan on patrolling the streets of the DMV with it.....but I'm sure its dull by now (had it with me while in Iraq). Can I sharpen it with the same tool I sharpen my kitchen knives with?
Lost two victorinox knives while travelling and the last trip i took an Opinel. Way less options but i like it.
My edc went from a Dragonfly 2 to aManbug 12 or so years later. (Love that Victorionox SD classic too).
Edit: that first orange knife looks very good too.
I've carried everything man... Rat one, rat 2, Kershaw Burst, Ken Onion leek, Spyderco Tenacious... Etc. Some are just too thick, too big, not easy enough with one hand... Etc.
Good video, I normally carry a benchmade bugout (favorite), or delica, or cold steel Range Boss, or my micro tech otf.
I have a crkt m4 folder as my edc. But for bush craft or outdoors I like esse
I have a SAK deluxe tinker that I carry and also a ZT 0770CF as well
I have plenty of knives and dont need anymore reasons to carry 1 but anytime theres a knife video i click 😂
Since the age of 8 years old, their isn't a day I haven't had a pocket knife on me! The only thing I'd have anxiety if I didn't have..
Wow, great video!
You can have the best knife in the world but if you have a crappy sheath you won't carry it! When looking at fixed blade knives always look carefully at the sheath and if it is adjustable or you can add a utilaclip or a cold steel C clip or something similar. A lot of people just buy a knife they think looks cool or whatever but don't pay attention to the sheath and ultimately they don't carry the blade because of it. It's at least as important as the knife unless you or someone you know can make a custom sheath. ⚔🗡⚔ And yes benchmade has gone off the rails💯 I no longer buy them or carry the ones I own! It's a shame really! 😢 🤷🏻♂️
I’m 46 years old. I’ve had a knife on me my entire life other than when it was restricted by law.
I'm not seeing a Buck! everyone has opinions favorites ECT. I carry a buck 110 gets the job done
Almost every one of these knives is lighter, faster, bigger blade, have clips, etc. That being said, the buck 110 is a great choice for an EDC anyway
You can't beat a TKell fixed blade! Check em out! They're second to none! 💪⚔️
The Benza #3 knife is not liner lock as you suggested. It is frame lock.
When you say you don't carry Benchmade any longer because they have 'gone left', what do you mean?
Excellent
He called the sabenza a linerlock lol
I always have my skeletool on me! People in my area are softies so its not so scary to see a mulitool vs a folding knife..
Hey sootch Isn't the last little cleaver from kansept?
I have a small Kershaw lock blade on my keychain.
Multitools are good or a real slim basis SAK.
That ain’t a knife, THIS is a knife! 🔪
I have 10 reasons why you should carry TWO
6:49 - that's a Kansept Mini Korvid, not an Oknife
I have three benchmades, a triage, griptilian and mini barrage in my collection. I've had spyderco and don't like them and I cannot stand liner locks. I won't carry anything else, regardless of their politics.
What about Dynamis knives and TOPS knives
Several terms not defined here, for beginners. EDC= Every Day Carry.
You don’t carry a brand of knife because they went “left” who cares if it’s a good knife it’s a good knife
I’m partial to my ESSE knives.
They are nice but a little bulky for EDC.
@@papimaximus95 the Izula II is a nice little belt knife. I carry that one every day.
@@brucekaren6693 Nice!
A Buck 110 should be on that list imho
Great knife!! For some reason the
“Old School” knives with brass bolsters and wood handles never seem to make the list. The 110 is virtually indestructible.
You're mistaken when you say that your knife needs carbon content to be able to strike a Ferro rod the only criteria you need is that the material is harder than your Ferro rod and has a sharp edge or corner, you can use a stone or a piece of broken glass as a striker.
My top ten reasons to carry a knife.
1. Because I can
2. To cut
3. Because I want to
4. The 2nd Amendment
5. To fondle
6. To slice my way through obstacles
7. They never run out of ammo
8. To open things
9. Not to fight with since I don’t have training
10. Because I am a man among men
Definitely American, sadly most of those knives shown are illegal in the UK. A locking knife of any description, what ever is illegal to carry (but not to own). Non locking 3inch or less is legal to carry. HOWEVER carrying one for self defense is also illegal, YOU CANNOT CARRY ANY ITEM DEEMED TO BE A WEAPON FOR SELF DEFENSE IN THE UK.
Nice video but not for the UK.
ZT and Sebenza are framelocks, not linerlocks.
7:19 - what do you mean, that they've "gone left"?
Last Christmas, I bough a box of knives confiscated by the TSA, and put them in the stockings for the guys.
I feel necked without my blade!
You stopped carrying a knife because the manufacturer has gone...left? Lame.
I'm left and I carry a 1911, a MRK IV and a M1A, SOCOM.
I used carry knife when I didn't trust my dad, well since I am not living at home i can sleep without fear of being killed in my sleep.
Bench made?
I use a leather-man wave