In this era of knives, nobody should be choosing between design and specs. Finding a knife with both at just about any price range is doable. Once your collection gets up over 20 knives or so, you find yourself making the choice not to settle on either, otherwise you'll never really end up with knives you actually desire.
@@druidic4353 I think we all start there. You buy some bad knives in order to discover what you do and do not like. Then you look at your collection and try to figure out who to give the junkers away to lol.
@@erickvazquez6518 I sold a few, but end up usually giving those cheapo knives that don't see carry time away to friends and most often they're a good step up for them
I have a small handful of American knives my native five is just my straight-up go to. And my other ones are a lot nicer and have better materials but there's something about a comfortable everyday carry that just works
Love my Native 5. Perfect EDC knife that often gets overlooked by people. Probably because it has a back lock and isn’t as fidgety as other knives out there.
@@abc456f Sage 5 lw, with the pivot bushing, is excellent! However, I would love to see a larger version of the same exact design. 4 inch blade would be outstanding
Hi DCA & Thomas! I am considering building an "a la carte" kitchen knife set. Will you please show and discuss a variety of good options for storing them (variety of blocks, magnets etc)? Thank you!
Three years ago I quit buying knives, and started making them...What a rabbit hole! Now if I want a folder, I find someone to trade one of my fixed blades for it. I acquired a nice Shaman, & a sprint Endura that way.
I think it would be interesting if you could tell us a little bit about the Knife Center. Like how long have you been in business, who founded the company, how many employees do you have and most importantly about how many knives do you sell each year. Thanks for all the great content!
Y’all do a great job in relating to people…thus building trust and sales…appreciate y’all and hope you have a wonderful New Years! Use to live in Fredericksburg and appreciate that you do now…. Love from Texas!
LT Wright illuminous is a dream. And despite what you said you can chop all day and strip it back to shaving g sharp. It’s 3V. Pretty dam indestructible if done right.
For the Crooked River Vs Griptilian guy, I have both and have XL hands. Both knives are plenty big enough for my hands. IMO the Griptilian is a more form fitting handle and is a better size for EDC. The Crooked River is awesome, but I generally carry it for camping or outdoor activities, because its pretty dang big. Can't go wrong with either for large hands tho, so really comes down to cost and appearance.
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! David C. Andersen for a great video. It does my heart good to see American-made knives on your program. It would be great to see one 2 or 3 times a year. When you have models in stock to sell us, it'd be great to see makers featured such as Bark River, L.T. Wright, White River, Esee, Bradford, Ontario, etc. Thank you again for an excellent video.
I clicked on this saying to myself “they’re going to overlook the Native5 yet again.”🙄🤣 I carried a Native5 LW exclusively for 6 years (s90v). Perfect choice, tho I highly recommend a Lynch clip
DCA you should make a new knife. Call it the ‘Fingersworth’. Make it so your larger than average paws can get a full hand grip w a Fingersworth of space behind the pinky.
I’ve never had a problem with my hest yet & it’s taken some abuse. I know most new dpx knives are being made in USA now, and some being produced by toor knives. So they’ve definitely stepped it up.
Re: Best American made knife for everyone... I didn't mean to imply that my choice of the Kershaw Blur met all of your criteria except length, my comment was just worded poorly. I just meant that the Blur is the knife I recommend most times when someone asks. Thanks for putting me on blast and making me look like a goober in front of 300k people! (To clarify, I'm not actually upset or hurt at all). :) KNIFEAQ QUESTION: If you were going to carry a slipjoint for EDC, I mean as your primary knife, not as a backup, which one would you pick? I think it would be cool if you did a "traditional", and a "modern" pick. You rock as always, eager to hear your thoughts!
Owned all the Spydercos, Cold Steels, etc. Emerson CQC-8 is really the ultimate. If your on the fence about the money. Get the Kershaw version. I had 2 of them before I got the real thing.
DCA, another one for you. The Kabar Dozier, Buck Bantam, Buck 112 slim, and the Cold Steel Finn Wolf all share some common DNA. I really enjoy using these as edc knives but I’d really like to get something new along these same lines maybe under the $80 mark. Any recommendations?
DCA your reviews have not only reignited my interest in knives after a several year hiatus but they have also influenced well over half of my current collection. I grew up with knives as my father was an EDC guy many years before it was a thing. He collected hundreds of knives, pens, zippos, and the like. Lately I’ve been been enjoying one of my most recent purchases, the CJRB Gobi. This knife gets very little attention but I think it’s awesome. Is there anything out there that’s a similar design that you recommend under the $100 mark? Doesn’t seem to be a lot out there.
Knife that's well designed but not well spec'd: the VG-10 Delicas. Often criticized for subpar materials by 2022 standards, and for not having a good blade to handle length ratio. They also just raised the price another $7 since the last time I checked (it was $81 last year, now it's $88).
My friend you don't need to be old to enjoy a nice Barlow or Canoe or Sow Belly. All easy on the pocket (I use a beautiful worked leather belt pouch), easy to use and depending on brand well made - what's not to like. Have a great day.
How popular are tracker-style knives, like the tops tom brown or the Becker? Are they worth the additional weight over a more traditional fixed blade? You've mentioned knives in the past that can fit chopping tasks and batoning, so I wanted to ask if tracker style knives had any real advantages to those knives considering tracker knives are heavy and quite expensive.
Would like to see a video on Top 10 investment quality production knives (e.g., Sibenza, AD20.5 Timascus, etc). Really enjoy all your videos DCA. My Knife Center wish list is really stacking up!
Great video and I agree with a lot of your picks.. I so wish you guys could open a brick and mortar because you guys are knowledgeable and have great customer service
I have used my Delica for years. Bought a Ladybug for my niece for Xmas. Since they were on sale I got myself an Endura. The Endura is now my new go to… feels better in the hand, Larger blade gives me more control IMHO, more cutting options than shorter delica.
Hey DCA, I know you are a big fan of Silky saws, wanted to get your thoughts on their Nata, Ono, and Yoki. Also your thoughts on a companion knife for the Nata, around 4" and sub $150.
I always recommend the OKC RAT 1 or 2. As the "everyman" knife. Mainly cause it's cheap and built like a tank. Bronze washers etc a person really can't go wrong.
Hi all, new to EDC and I am looking for a recommendation. I chose the Civivi Praxis as my first folder. Overall I am pretty happy with it (nice action, micarta scales, good weight), but I would like sth smaller. I work at a desk, so a bit hard to justify having a large knife in my pocket as a daily carry. I'd like sth with great action, multiple ways to open (the Praxis has no spidey flick option or thumbscrew, want sth more fidgety!), generally prefer a contoured handle. Drop point or maybe a tanto. Happy with a liner lock. I have seen some beautiful blades with a very high contour that look awesome. I'm not too fussed about the blade steel. I like the look of g10 for the handle. Thinking around $75-$100 USD, I am in Australia, so that won't really be 'budget here'. Can't be assisted as they are not legal here. Hope I am not being too picky with what I am looking for, with the prices we pay for knives here, I don't want to buy a bunch of them before find what I want. Thanks for the great content, keep it up :)
Hi knife center. Got the native in magnacut. For me it’s a edc that’s got a good price point. Had it for several years. Easy for me to take apart and clean. Just don’t wax your car with it in your pocket, the pocket clip will get your car every time. Lol
Hi DCA! Happy New Year! I actually have two questions: 1. Can you, at some point, do a video about the Joker line of knives. I’ve seen reviews, but I’d really like to hear your thoughts about them. 2) Are button locks safe? I’ve been watching a lot of videos about knives that I”m thinking of purchasing and I got to wondering if button locks were safe. It occurred to me that if you aren’t paying attention or wearing gloves or something, if you grip too high it might fail. Am I just overthinking it? Thanks so much!
Hey DCA, I have a couple of general question: 1. Why get rid of a knife? If you are a knife collector, why not keep the knife? Yes, I understand there is a possibility of storage space. But if you didn't have to worry about storage space, why give it away? Are there knives that are not worth keeping? Are there knives that should be thrown out, or recycled? 2. Why isn't Thomas in the videos? Is he hiding from law enforcement? Or is he part of the knife mafia and doesn't want his picture taken?
DCA and Tommy Boy, I am driving cross country to take my dog Bodhi to meet a French bulldog he met on the internet. I'm not sure if the owners are gonna be rough and tumble country folk or sophisticated city folk but I want a knife that would impress either. Is there a small fixed blade with hollow grind and micarta scales under 100 buckaroos?
I did a full search on the site and there was only 1 knife that met your criteria that I could find but it looks like a good match. CRKT 2382K Alan Folts Biwa. Looks like a nice lil blade.
Hi DCA & Crew - thank you for answering so many questions, I have learned a lot since I started watching. My question to you came up when watching recent news about the extremely cold weather. Are these temperatures low enough to affect the opening or locking mechanisms of our typical EDC knives, or to make some steels more prone to chipping or even breaking when prying or chopping? It would be good to to know when preparing for the worst this Winter.
DCA. Seems to me it’s been quiet at Nordsmith knives in 2022 as far as drops. Just curious. Own several. Thank you. Happy New Year to You, Thomas and every one at knikecenter.
Confluence of events has forced it into more of a backburner project unfortunately (new kid, new house, more responsibilities at KnifeCenter). That said, got some cool things in store for 2023 :) -DCA
How many vids can be made about buck 110/112 it's the best and always will be.gerber gator ain't bad but it's just a buck copy.hard to improve perfection 👌🇺🇸
I agree the Kershaw Blur is a great knife for what it is. It was my EDC for many years and I still do occasionally. Edge retention isn't great, but a breeze to sharpen (for me) and I love the spring assisted. The Blur is my daughter's first folder. But these days my EDC is usually the Mini Adamas (unfortunately my action isn't nearly as smooth as the one in this video).
Well DCA, you threw “pig iron” out there as if it were a normal weekly reference, so I just had to look it up. With all this fancy steel knowledge in my brain, I was actually surprised I had never come across the term pig iron. Thank you for the knowledge and I agree that it would be about as bottom of the barrel as you could get as far as blade material goes.
QUESTION - Wife is letting me pick ONE knife for my bday. No limit. If you could pick ANY knife at a grand or under.... what would it be and why? What about half that at 5-600? Thanks
What knife strikes your fancy? Get something that means something, and makes you happy to use or hold. It's a present, which means it's for YOU, from someone who wants to make YOU happy. Figure out what that is, and go for it. Personally, I'd probably get the Case Equestrian because I'm a barefoot trimmer and it would be fun to carry and have to mark this time in my life and a wonderful person who gave it to me.
I would ask for a TRC Apocalypse, or a Zombie Tools Vakra! I would want something that I wasn’t afraid of beating the crap out of, for that kind of money! It would be easy to just pick a safe queen folder. Good luck
I’ve been using the blustery, midwestern winter to catch up on my UA-cam subscriptions, most of which are bushcraft focused. I’d be interested m in seeing your recommendations on Bushcraft tool combinations (hatchet, saw, axe, fixed blade, companion folder). I would also love to see your own personal set of tools.
I respect American made knives, but I think everyone should own a Boker Kalishnikov. It's 50 bucks, fully automatic, and very well made. I used to own a Benchmade 535 Bugout that cost $160 and it wasn't even remotely as nice as my Boker. It had thin plastic handles, and didn't spring out (automatic) and close easily. It actually hurt my thumb a little each time I had to close it. If you're super worried about your state laws in regards to automatic knives, then don't go for it, but what is law enforcement really doing if they find an automatic knife in a state where you aren't supposed to have one? Plus, when are they ever going to see it? It's in your pocket. I personally think people get too hung up on American made knives and assuming they're better just because they're made in America. Could you buy a much more expensive made in the US knife that's overall better than the Boker? Sure, but I would argue the return in investment is vastly diminishing.
Hey Steve Simmons, check out Survive Knives. They make beastly knives out west somewhere. Saber grinds, 20cv or 3v steel and g 10 handles. I think they make up to a 12” blade with kydex sheaths. I own five and love them all.
I’m wondering why when brining up a Buck knife as an all around USA made folding knife to recommend why go with the Buck 112 Tanger over the Buck Bantam 284? The 284 Bantam doesn’t have a pocket clip but it does have a nice lanyard hole, they have also thumb studs for both left and right handed and the kickback is mid handle lock back which makes opening the knife with that thumb stud easier than say the Buck 112 wheee the lock back goes nearly all the way down the handle and it’s more convenient to close the blade. It seems like to me the Buck Bantam 284 is a better user friendly knife to operate than the Buck 112 Ranger.
I have a full size Crooked River with normal man hands. I find the crossbar lock hard to actuate with such a large handled knife. my bugout and full size griptillian are much easier to use. The problem with the big handle is that I usually put the end of the handle into my palm to to give myself leverage with my fingers to pull back the crossbar axis lock. With the Crooked River the knife is too big to brace into my palm and I can't get leverage.
Good evening gents from your number 1 limey fan! 🇬🇧 My question is about recurves, how much is too little and how much is too much? What are your opinions on this? Take care Graham
Hey DCA - I’m on a quest to find the most fidgety folder possible BUT it has to be compliant with Canadian laws… No button locks, no axis or its variants, no automatics, no assisted… Best I could find so far is Buck’s Trunk, which I can flick open with lots of practice… Anything better out there? I know - not actual legal advice - just inspiration! Loved you in Stranger Things - thanks!
What would you recommend, for a Made in USA, small "key chain" knife? under 2in closed, closer to 1.75in would be even better, with a lanyard hole, to attach to a key chain.
What would you recommend for a full metal knife? One folder and one fixed, both sort of pocket size (could be carried in the back of the belt - hidden).
Hi DCA, I recently lost my edc knife(benchmade north fork). I have also discovered a love for hunting. Can you suggest a finger safe edc folder and complimentary fixed blade to cover the task of field dressing animals, big and small? $400 combined budget. Thank you for your fun and informative videos.
Hey, hey DCA! I did not get the kitchen knife I wanted for Christmas. Looking for a prep knife with a hand-filling grip, crowned spine, and stainless steel. Mostly for cutting pork and chicken meats in to smaller pieces and cutting vegetables. Thanks and Happy New Year to you and Thomas!
Okay, here's a question. I've got a Benchmade black series folder that I've had for a couple of decades. It's a big brute, 9-1/4" overall, 4" D2 half serrated blade. These days I mostly use it for cutting twine on hay bales with the serrated edge. The twine is tough stuff, multi-strand nylon under high tension. But I've noticed that stabbing the blade into a tight bale to bring the serrations into play takes the edge off of the rest of the D2 blade. Would any of the more modern steels stand up better for this? I haven't seen a half serrated edge recently, guess they are out of favor. Oh, and I'm a lefty!
David, Ive been looking for a lightweight, fixed blade knife for backpacking. I’d like about 3.5-4” drop point blade shaped like the one one the Benchmade Bugout or the ZT Sinkevich 0450. Ideally, the knife would have a full, skeletonized tang to maximize strength and minimize weight and handle that would be comfortable for large hands. I’d love for it to have a convex grind for a very sharp strong edge that can be maintained with a light strop and compound. I can’t find what I really want-I’d buy a bugout if they had stronger handles. I’ll accept more weight to get a knife I can depend on. Finally, I’d value a tough steel like 3V or maybe Cruwear. Are you aware of anyone making a knife like this?
I like SpyderCo knives, but their pocket clips are weak. I break them. The clips on the Buck Knives are far superior. I carry a 726 mini Spitfire. That would be my recommendation over the 112 slim for clip in pocket carry, but I love the 112 as well.
The native 5 needs to be in my pocket asap. I like the lc200n this time of year. All the corrosion resistance 👌🏻But the s110v is super high performing and also pretty corrosion resistant. What to do what to do 🤔
Hi DCA, I love your videos! Why do you think the Benchmade Valet was discontinued? Didn't like the design? Price too high? It is one of my favorite knives and my first Benchmade.
Can never get enough reviews on US made knives👍🏻
Got in today the new Knife Center Baby Banter in s35v. It's really sweet! And so is Knife Center getting it into my hands so fast. Thank you.
You guys need to do a “Beat the Icon” for the Hinderer XM-18. Loving the content and I can’t wait to see what you have coming for the new year!
The Xtreme Budget offering: Kershaw Cryo lol
I second that motion. The spyderco autonomy and the hinderer xm-18 are have been the hardest to get. For me anyways.
@@Squatch-sj3vg I never heard anything about that. I always knew him as a firefighter and EMS.
In this era of knives, nobody should be choosing between design and specs. Finding a knife with both at just about any price range is doable. Once your collection gets up over 20 knives or so, you find yourself making the choice not to settle on either, otherwise you'll never really end up with knives you actually desire.
True
I made this mistake
Same here had to sell a bunch that just sat there
@@druidic4353 I think we all start there. You buy some bad knives in order to discover what you do and do not like. Then you look at your collection and try to figure out who to give the junkers away to lol.
@@erickvazquez6518 I sold a few, but end up usually giving those cheapo knives that don't see carry time away to friends and most often they're a good step up for them
I have a small handful of American knives my native five is just my straight-up go to. And my other ones are a lot nicer and have better materials but there's something about a comfortable everyday carry that just works
Love my Native 5. Perfect EDC knife that often gets overlooked by people. Probably because it has a back lock and isn’t as fidgety as other knives out there.
I prefer the sage 1 in maxamet. Easier one hand operation. The sage 5 is also a good pick. My favorite native is the native chief.
@@abc456f Sage 5 lw, with the pivot bushing, is excellent! However, I would love to see a larger version of the same exact design. 4 inch blade would be outstanding
Hi DCA & Thomas! I am considering building an "a la carte" kitchen knife set. Will you please show and discuss a variety of good options for storing them (variety of blocks, magnets etc)? Thank you!
Just got a Buck 112 Pro TRX in orange for Christmas and I love it
Wifey got me a spiderco Yojimbo for Christmas and it made me really happy breaking down all the Christmas boxes with it
Three years ago I quit buying knives, and started making them...What a rabbit hole! Now if I want a folder, I find someone to trade one of my fixed blades for it. I acquired a nice Shaman, & a sprint Endura that way.
I think it would be interesting if you could tell us a little bit about the Knife Center. Like how long have you been in business, who founded the company, how many employees do you have and most importantly about how many knives do you sell each year. Thanks for all the great content!
Start the new year off with a new segment called “Knife Center Stuff” just remember to give me a shout out for the name! Haha
Happy the slim 112s got some love!!! One of my favorites
The Crooked River is one of those grail knives that you would want to collect. It’s heavy and too beautiful to beat. But you could.
Y’all do a great job in relating to people…thus building trust and sales…appreciate y’all and hope you have a wonderful New Years! Use to live in Fredericksburg and appreciate that you do now…. Love from Texas!
LT Wright illuminous is a dream. And despite what you said you can chop all day and strip it back to shaving g sharp. It’s 3V. Pretty dam indestructible if done right.
For the Crooked River Vs Griptilian guy, I have both and have XL hands. Both knives are plenty big enough for my hands. IMO the Griptilian is a more form fitting handle and is a better size for EDC. The Crooked River is awesome, but I generally carry it for camping or outdoor activities, because its pretty dang big. Can't go wrong with either for large hands tho, so really comes down to cost and appearance.
The magnacut and polymer Hogue Deka would be my go-to USA recommendation.
Where's Seth at???
Just like cowbell...
We need MORE Seth!!!
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Hey DAC ! Thanks for the help! He eventually went big and got the Crooked River just from seeing the size in hand.
Thank you! 3v for SURE. I appreciate the suggestions!
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David C. Andersen for a great video. It does my heart good to see American-made knives on your program. It would be great to see one 2 or 3 times a year. When you have models in stock to sell us, it'd be great to see makers featured such as Bark River, L.T. Wright, White River, Esee, Bradford, Ontario, etc.
Thank you again for an excellent video.
DCA is the Bob Ross of knifedom..
Top 3 favorite knife content channels... based on bad financial decisions
I clicked on this saying to myself “they’re going to overlook the Native5 yet again.”🙄🤣
I carried a Native5 LW exclusively for 6 years (s90v). Perfect choice, tho I highly recommend a Lynch clip
Hey DCA!
Beat the Icon:
Cold Steel American Lawman
The native 5 has held up for years. Great knife.. I have so many expensive stuff but I absolutely carry this. . Enjoy everyone, happy new year!
DCA you should make a new knife. Call it the ‘Fingersworth’. Make it so your larger than average paws can get a full hand grip w a Fingersworth of space behind the pinky.
I’ve never had a problem with my hest yet & it’s taken some abuse. I know most new dpx knives are being made in USA now, and some being produced by toor knives. So they’ve definitely stepped it up.
You should do a video that's just banter between you and Thomas
I would 100% watch that
I second this.
That would be hilarious
Baby Banter? (sorry ;)
You people are easily amused. Thomas's dad jokes aren't funny and get in the way of the show. I'd have sacked him by now.
Re: Best American made knife for everyone... I didn't mean to imply that my choice of the Kershaw Blur met all of your criteria except length, my comment was just worded poorly. I just meant that the Blur is the knife I recommend most times when someone asks. Thanks for putting me on blast and making me look like a goober in front of 300k people! (To clarify, I'm not actually upset or hurt at all). :)
KNIFEAQ QUESTION: If you were going to carry a slipjoint for EDC, I mean as your primary knife, not as a backup, which one would you pick? I think it would be cool if you did a "traditional", and a "modern" pick. You rock as always, eager to hear your thoughts!
Happy holidays and happy new year, DCA, Thomas, and Seth!! Thanks for consistently bringing awesome content to us from the knife world!
Owned all the Spydercos, Cold Steels, etc. Emerson CQC-8 is really the ultimate. If your on the fence about the money. Get the Kershaw version. I had 2 of them before I got the real thing.
I personally own the Reiff knives F6 and I love it!! Highly highly recommend it!
DCA, another one for you. The Kabar Dozier, Buck Bantam, Buck 112 slim, and the Cold Steel Finn Wolf all share some common DNA. I really enjoy using these as edc knives but I’d really like to get something new along these same lines maybe under the $80 mark. Any recommendations?
DCA your reviews have not only reignited my interest in knives after a several year hiatus but they have also influenced well over half of my current collection. I grew up with knives as my father was an EDC guy many years before it was a thing. He collected hundreds of knives, pens, zippos, and the like. Lately I’ve been been enjoying one of my most recent purchases, the CJRB Gobi. This knife gets very little attention but I think it’s awesome. Is there anything out there that’s a similar design that you recommend under the $100 mark? Doesn’t seem to be a lot out there.
Buck 110 is a great starter knife
No Hogue Deka?
Over three inches on the blade length, which violated one of my criteria I was adhering to. -DCA
“What’s the best kind of knife…A sharp one” Perfect answer.
Knife that's well designed but not well spec'd: the VG-10 Delicas. Often criticized for subpar materials by 2022 standards, and for not having a good blade to handle length ratio. They also just raised the price another $7 since the last time I checked (it was $81 last year, now it's $88).
I am old which may be why my EDC is an older 2 blade Barlow. Nice and slim and easy in the pocket.
My friend you don't need to be old to enjoy a nice Barlow or Canoe or Sow Belly. All easy on the pocket (I use a beautiful worked leather belt pouch), easy to use and depending on brand well made - what's not to like. Have a great day.
How popular are tracker-style knives, like the tops tom brown or the Becker? Are they worth the additional weight over a more traditional fixed blade? You've mentioned knives in the past that can fit chopping tasks and batoning, so I wanted to ask if tracker style knives had any real advantages to those knives considering tracker knives are heavy and quite expensive.
Would like to see a video on Top 10 investment quality production knives (e.g., Sibenza, AD20.5 Timascus, etc). Really enjoy all your videos DCA. My Knife Center wish list is really stacking up!
My favorite USA made knife is my DCA exclusive Benchmade Griptilian with the the red handle and the silver blade.
Great video and I agree with a lot of your picks.. I so wish you guys could open a brick and mortar because you guys are knowledgeable and have great customer service
Agreed, my best friend moved to VA last year, it'd be cool to be able to stop in and check out knives and see the legend DCA in person!
Ren and Stimpy song 4 Life.
I have used my Delica for years. Bought a Ladybug for my niece for Xmas. Since they were on sale I got myself an Endura. The Endura is now my new go to… feels better in the hand, Larger blade gives me more control IMHO, more cutting options than shorter delica.
Happy New Year..!!! All at The Knife Center. May all your knives come true..!!
Hey DCA, I know you are a big fan of Silky saws, wanted to get your thoughts on their Nata, Ono, and Yoki. Also your thoughts on a companion knife for the Nata, around 4" and sub $150.
I always recommend the OKC RAT 1 or 2. As the "everyman" knife. Mainly cause it's cheap and built like a tank. Bronze washers etc a person really can't go wrong.
Otter knives are a good all round carry!!!
Hi all, new to EDC and I am looking for a recommendation. I chose the Civivi Praxis as my first folder. Overall I am pretty happy with it (nice action, micarta scales, good weight), but I would like sth smaller. I work at a desk, so a bit hard to justify having a large knife in my pocket as a daily carry.
I'd like sth with great action, multiple ways to open (the Praxis has no spidey flick option or thumbscrew, want sth more fidgety!), generally prefer a contoured handle. Drop point or maybe a tanto. Happy with a liner lock. I have seen some beautiful blades with a very high contour that look awesome. I'm not too fussed about the blade steel. I like the look of g10 for the handle. Thinking around $75-$100 USD, I am in Australia, so that won't really be 'budget here'. Can't be assisted as they are not legal here. Hope I am not being too picky with what I am looking for, with the prices we pay for knives here, I don't want to buy a bunch of them before find what I want. Thanks for the great content, keep it up :)
COLD STEEL RECON 1 is the best all around folder for every American.
also the dpx has a hex driver holder as the lanyard hole
Hi knife center. Got the native in magnacut. For me it’s a edc that’s got a good price point. Had it for several years. Easy for me to take apart and clean. Just don’t wax your car with it in your pocket, the pocket clip will get your car every time. Lol
Hi DCA! Happy New Year! I actually have two questions: 1. Can you, at some point, do a video about the Joker line of knives. I’ve seen reviews, but I’d really like to hear your thoughts about them. 2) Are button locks safe? I’ve been watching a lot of videos about knives that I”m thinking of purchasing and I got to wondering if button locks were safe. It occurred to me that if you aren’t paying attention or wearing gloves or something, if you grip too high it might fail. Am I just overthinking it? Thanks so much!
Hey DCA, I have a couple of general question:
1. Why get rid of a knife? If you are a knife collector, why not keep the knife? Yes, I understand there is a possibility of storage space. But if you didn't have to worry about storage space, why give it away? Are there knives that are not worth keeping? Are there knives that should be thrown out, or recycled?
2. Why isn't Thomas in the videos? Is he hiding from law enforcement? Or is he part of the knife mafia and doesn't want his picture taken?
#1 - selling knives you aren't as fond of anymore can fund new purchases
#2 - I'm not at liberty to say -DCA
DCA and Tommy Boy, I am driving cross country to take my dog Bodhi to meet a French bulldog he met on the internet. I'm not sure if the owners are gonna be rough and tumble country folk or sophisticated city folk but I want a knife that would impress either. Is there a small fixed blade with hollow grind and micarta scales under 100 buckaroos?
I did a full search on the site and there was only 1 knife that met your criteria that I could find but it looks like a good match. CRKT 2382K Alan Folts Biwa. Looks like a nice lil blade.
@@arrowheadguys7637 excellent! Bodhi's play date is gonna be great! Thanks
Hi DCA & Crew - thank you for answering so many questions, I have learned a lot since I started watching. My question to you came up when watching recent news about the extremely cold weather. Are these temperatures low enough to affect the opening or locking mechanisms of our typical EDC knives, or to make some steels more prone to chipping or even breaking when prying or chopping? It would be good to to know when preparing for the worst this Winter.
Lion Steel… home of the 40 Rockwell HT
@text-3602 Blow me.
DCA. Seems to me it’s been quiet at Nordsmith knives in 2022 as far as drops. Just curious. Own several. Thank you. Happy New Year to You, Thomas and every one at knikecenter.
Confluence of events has forced it into more of a backburner project unfortunately (new kid, new house, more responsibilities at KnifeCenter). That said, got some cool things in store for 2023 :) -DCA
How many vids can be made about buck 110/112 it's the best and always will be.gerber gator ain't bad but it's just a buck copy.hard to improve perfection 👌🇺🇸
I agree the Kershaw Blur is a great knife for what it is. It was my EDC for many years and I still do occasionally. Edge retention isn't great, but a breeze to sharpen (for me) and I love the spring assisted. The Blur is my daughter's first folder. But these days my EDC is usually the Mini Adamas (unfortunately my action isn't nearly as smooth as the one in this video).
the blur does come in s30v if edge retention is the important thing to you
@@acid6urns No need for that when I have Cruwear and Magnacut.
@@Swearengen1980 oh i agree i have a pm2 in cruwear and a viper vale in magnacut, i love both of them but s30v isn’t anything to sneeze at still
Well DCA, you threw “pig iron” out there as if it were a normal weekly reference, so I just had to look it up. With all this fancy steel knowledge in my brain, I was actually surprised I had never come across the term pig iron. Thank you for the knowledge and I agree that it would be about as bottom of the barrel as you could get as far as blade material goes.
I like this guy! He knows his knives!
QUESTION - Wife is letting me pick ONE knife for my bday. No limit. If you could pick ANY knife at a grand or under.... what would it be and why? What about half that at 5-600? Thanks
Buy a nafs lander and get a great bottle of tequila and a Cuban cigar
What knife strikes your fancy? Get something that means something, and makes you happy to use or hold. It's a present, which means it's for YOU, from someone who wants to make YOU happy. Figure out what that is, and go for it. Personally, I'd probably get the Case Equestrian because I'm a barefoot trimmer and it would be fun to carry and have to mark this time in my life and a wonderful person who gave it to me.
Just my opinion, but Chris Reeve knives are the best production knives.
I would ask for a TRC Apocalypse, or a Zombie Tools Vakra! I would want something that I wasn’t afraid of beating the crap out of, for that kind of money! It would be easy to just pick a safe queen folder. Good luck
I love my Blur. I have been carrying one for over 10 years now.
What do you use to sharpen the recurve, half round stone?
Have one in s30v. Was one of the earliest knives in my collection. Love how comfortable it is in hand.
@@tmurray1972 A professional friend who knows what they are doing. :)
@@tmurray1972 spyderco sharp maker, hands down is one of the best for recurves!
@@powers1776reset Thanks👊🏻
I’ve been using the blustery, midwestern winter to catch up on my UA-cam subscriptions, most of which are bushcraft focused. I’d be interested m in seeing your recommendations on Bushcraft tool combinations (hatchet, saw, axe, fixed blade, companion folder). I would also love to see your own personal set of tools.
Gotta throw in the Hogue , Doug Ritter is a great tough knife for Adam
With all those "pivots" and "front and backs" I guess that Ross is you favourite Friend?
Fabulous Knives Like Always
I respect American made knives, but I think everyone should own a Boker Kalishnikov. It's 50 bucks, fully automatic, and very well made. I used to own a Benchmade 535 Bugout that cost $160 and it wasn't even remotely as nice as my Boker. It had thin plastic handles, and didn't spring out (automatic) and close easily. It actually hurt my thumb a little each time I had to close it. If you're super worried about your state laws in regards to automatic knives, then don't go for it, but what is law enforcement really doing if they find an automatic knife in a state where you aren't supposed to have one? Plus, when are they ever going to see it? It's in your pocket. I personally think people get too hung up on American made knives and assuming they're better just because they're made in America. Could you buy a much more expensive made in the US knife that's overall better than the Boker? Sure, but I would argue the return in investment is vastly diminishing.
For outdoors working with gloves, the big crooker river is my choice hands down against the griptilian
Hey Steve Simmons, check out Survive Knives. They make beastly knives out west somewhere. Saber grinds, 20cv or 3v steel and g 10 handles. I think they make up to a 12” blade with kydex sheaths. I own five and love them all.
Great table this afternoon!
I’m wondering why when brining up a Buck knife as an all around USA made folding knife to recommend why go with the Buck 112 Tanger over the Buck Bantam 284?
The 284 Bantam doesn’t have a pocket clip but it does have a nice lanyard hole, they have also thumb studs for both left and right handed and the kickback is mid handle lock back which makes opening the knife with that thumb stud easier than say the Buck 112 wheee the lock back goes nearly all the way down the handle and it’s more convenient to close the blade.
It seems like to me the Buck Bantam 284 is a better user friendly knife to operate than the Buck 112 Ranger.
Beat the icon: Benchmade 940.
thank u gentlemen, merry christmas & happy new years
Particularly enjoyed this one. But, I've been USA focused lately blade wise of late. Have thought of or toned some of these...
You sound like me DCA, been batting a stubborn cold since Christmas
I have a full size Crooked River with normal man hands. I find the crossbar lock hard to actuate with such a large handled knife. my bugout and full size griptillian are much easier to use. The problem with the big handle is that I usually put the end of the handle into my palm to to give myself leverage with my fingers to pull back the crossbar axis lock. With the Crooked River the knife is too big to brace into my palm and I can't get leverage.
Good evening gents from your number 1 limey fan! 🇬🇧
My question is about recurves, how much is too little and how much is too much?
What are your opinions on this?
Take care
Graham
That LT Wright Illuminous is amazing! #GrailKnife! It's like the Condor Aqualore but bigger! What a chonk!
Can you pretty please do a comparison. A new brand you carry, Kubey Coeus vs the most comparable Spyderco.
A most fantastic Beat the Icon.
Hey DCA - I’m on a quest to find the most fidgety folder possible BUT it has to be compliant with Canadian laws… No button locks, no axis or its variants, no automatics, no assisted… Best I could find so far is Buck’s Trunk, which I can flick open with lots of practice… Anything better out there? I know - not actual legal advice - just inspiration!
Loved you in Stranger Things - thanks!
What would you recommend, for a Made in USA, small "key chain" knife? under 2in closed, closer to 1.75in would be even better, with a lanyard hole, to attach to a key chain.
Very serious question: does a rusted blade inflict poison damage on enemies?
What would you recommend for a full metal knife? One folder and one fixed, both sort of pocket size (could be carried in the back of the belt - hidden).
Hi DCA, I recently lost my edc knife(benchmade north fork). I have also discovered a love for hunting. Can you suggest a finger safe edc folder and complimentary fixed blade to cover the task of field dressing animals, big and small? $400 combined budget. Thank you for your fun and informative videos.
Can we get a “best reverse tanto episode, folders and fixed blades “?
Your welcome Thomas.
Hey, hey DCA!
I did not get the kitchen knife I wanted for Christmas.
Looking for a prep knife with a hand-filling grip, crowned spine, and stainless steel.
Mostly for cutting pork and chicken meats in to smaller pieces and cutting vegetables. Thanks and Happy New Year to you and Thomas!
i wouldn’t suggest the lightweight spyderco knives 5:07
Okay, here's a question. I've got a Benchmade black series folder that I've had for a couple of decades. It's a big brute, 9-1/4" overall, 4" D2 half serrated blade. These days I mostly use it for cutting twine on hay bales with the serrated edge. The twine is tough stuff, multi-strand nylon under high tension. But I've noticed that stabbing the blade into a tight bale to bring the serrations into play takes the edge off of the rest of the D2 blade. Would any of the more modern steels stand up better for this? I haven't seen a half serrated edge recently, guess they are out of favor. Oh, and I'm a lefty!
FAQ: Benchmade Bugout in S30v VS. Hogue Deka in CPM Magnacut. Pros and cons? I absolutely love your videos btw!
You look exactly like Santa from Violent Night omg
David, Ive been looking for a lightweight, fixed blade knife for backpacking. I’d like about 3.5-4” drop point blade shaped like the one one the Benchmade Bugout or the ZT Sinkevich 0450. Ideally, the knife would have a full, skeletonized tang to maximize strength and minimize weight and handle that would be comfortable for large hands. I’d love for it to have a convex grind for a very sharp strong edge that can be maintained with a light strop and compound. I can’t find what I really want-I’d buy a bugout if they had stronger handles. I’ll accept more weight to get a knife I can depend on. Finally, I’d value a tough steel like 3V or maybe Cruwear. Are you aware of anyone making a knife like this?
That's the finest gas station knife Italy has to offer I imagine
I like SpyderCo knives, but their pocket clips are weak. I break them. The clips on the Buck Knives are far superior. I carry a 726 mini Spitfire. That would be my recommendation over the 112 slim for clip in pocket carry, but I love the 112 as well.
The native 5 needs to be in my pocket asap. I like the lc200n this time of year. All the corrosion resistance 👌🏻But the s110v is super high performing and also pretty corrosion resistant. What to do what to do 🤔
Those icemelt bags ain't gonna open themselves!
@@arrowheadguys7637yep, you got it 💪🏻
@@landscapingspecialist Yup, busy week last week. I used the red Griptilian shown in the vid.
Hi DCA, I love your videos! Why do you think the Benchmade Valet was discontinued? Didn't like the design? Price too high? It is one of my favorite knives and my first Benchmade.
I love it too. Still have a first production in m collection. As to why they disco'd it, they must not have been selling as many as they wanted. -DCA
Love my Case Marilla.