Thank you. That was the most complete run down of autos I have seen. I added 4 to my list of must haves that I didn't know existed. Stay strong brothers.
@@BryceKimball7.3 Knives come in many interesting shapes and mechanisms but some people will assume you are a killer because you like them. I remember i once cut down a large slushie cup (that was about 3/4ths empty) to a smaller size so i wouldnt awkwardly reach around inside of it with the little disposable spoon I had. My de-assisted Kershaw knockout came in handy and nobody seemed to notice i used it. Edit- most of the time i used one nobody gave me crud for it.
My country is TERRIFIED by autos. Funny thing is we kinda "made autos popular" with the stiletto but still police will freak out if they find you in possession of one or anything even spring assisted.
Blade HQ give this man a raise! My man keeps coming on camera and just keeps getting better. His nice/smooth personality shows and makes the videos very enjoyable!
I have to take exception to something that you said. You labeled many of these knives as great outdoor knives. I live on 40 acres out in the woods, in the Northwest. Four months out of the year a metal handled knife is going to be uncomfortable to use. And if you want to warm it up, just leave it on a picnic table, in July. After 30, or 45 minutes, it will no longer be cold. As I used all of my knives, a metal handled knife is a deal-breaker, for me. Yet, it seems like half the knives out there are metal handled. I would love to hear from other people, why this isn't a big deal, for them.
Except that according to the Blade HQ site, there aren't any of the Pro-Tech Whiskers in stock. And they rarely are in stock anywhere. My suggestion would be to pick up a Buck Paradigm Shift Auto (which they do have in stock). Same type of bolster release mechanism. A 3 inch S35VN blade with G10 handles that, in my opinion, has really nice ergonomics.
i have the boker kalshnikov! i'm so glad that it made its appearance on this video! the only downside that i found about it is the clip moves overtime.
I like Buck since I grew up using them hunting and carving sticks but man their edges are rough and sharpened past the plunge so you get a smile right out the gate. I think I’d definitely go protech or Kershaw for design and quality.
I like the Kalashnikov it looks nice and it's fast deployment. I don't really like Benchmade myself but everyone is different. The best knife for anyone is the one they like and want; everyone is different. Thank you for the review.
Been carrying the Benchmade Osborne 9400 since it came out. Very suprised with how well it holds an edge, is easy to get crazy sharp and still springs open just as fast as the day I bought it which is crazy because I've probably deployed the knife over 100k times by now...
Nice video and description....The only problem I find with some of these is the lack of safety, like stilettos.OTF knife can open in your pocket.Same with the knives with no lock.
If you want a good quality USA made Auto that doesn't cost a ton, get a Kershaw Launch. They are really great and use great materials. I had the Launch 1 and absolutely loved it. I was very surprised how well made they are for the price.
First off, great video, I really enjoyed watching all those different blades, having a few of them myself I can say my Spyderco Autonomy 2 w/ 3.5" LC200N Drop Point Plain edge is one of my top 3 Autos, BUT MY 06 AUTO IS THE SLOWEST OPENING KNIFE I OWN! It's such an OXYMORON! NO matter what I try it's so slow it doesn't always engage, only about 60-70% of the time!
Under the Benchmade brand, you completely missed the Mediator. A great bridge between EDC and defense knife. Thin and lightweight enough to be a daily pocket knife, strong enough to plunge cut and slice with.
Taller grind also leaves a bigger wound channel so I think many here crossover the categories but nice job separating them. You have hit your stride man. You have terrific knowledge and opinions with a good personality I can tell you’re comfortable now and your videos get better and better.
I'd never thought about wound channels! Man, I really need to go to a tactical knife course or something one day. Thanks for the kind words, and thanks for watching! -George
What do you mean by taller grind? Also never got to the part of the video that explains what that little hole is. I was thinking it was a thumb rest or a bow drill hole
Have the Kershaw Launch 1, Gerber 06 Auto, Benchmade Casbah, and a Benchmade Infidel along with some cheaper state fair style autos. I have an addiction to them and pretty much always have at least one on me unless I'm visiting somewhere that doesn't allow their carry.
That's funny man cuz I live in Bakersfield California oildale and they are illegal to Cary here but they are usually all I do Cary anyway lol cuz I do what I want
I find it hilarious DA otfs are iffy in many states but much saver that any folder for most people. It’s just a button no fumbling around the blade. And can barely break skin with auto deployment, with proper build of the derailing mechanism.
The Omega springs that power the Axis lock on the Benchmade Adamas will break after about six months of use (on the auto, not the manual). The remedy is to buy piano/music wire and fabricate your own springs. The diameter of the music wire is considerably larger than the stock wire. You'll know the Omegas are on the verge of breaking when you start getting rock lock.
All auto knives are weaks. Springs on all autos will break. Autos are toys. Bencmade will replace springs for free. A Benchmade auto toy will live forever.
@bob neutron I had a microtech stitch for five years of daily use. No issues. Protech Don, 3 years, no issues. These issues could be resolved, but when they overcharge for a knife, why bother. They can give you a lifetime of springs and not make a dent in the profit margin.
If you work for a living like I do then you may be able to purchase one of the bokers. Those benchmade knives look great. Congrats to whoever's buying that.
DANG YOU!!! I just ordered one more!!! BTW, Please consider putting together a review of autos that are truly left handed or ambidextrous. We lefties really don't like making due with right handed autos that mostly work left handed. Thanks!!
We didn't have any side-opening Microtech autos in stock at the time of filming. Watch for our OTFs video coming soon, you'll see a ton of Microtech! -George
Hey I couldn't watch this with valium cuz of where I am right now but what was up with the first knife in this video wy did it have 2 buttons on it? What does the other one do?
I’m confused I went to the website and tried to buy a Boker Kalishnikov. Auto knives are legal to own in my state but I couldn’t get the order to go through because it says you cant ship one over state lines?
Great video, but no Protech TR1 & 2? They are my favourite production side opening autos, with lots of variants, but seem to get overlooked a lot. If our stupid laws allowed autos, they'd be my first purchase. Just a heads up, i don't know if you noticed, but there was a big crack the length of the wood handle of the AGA Campolin.
Loved this review. I. In the market but not knowledgeable. Whose blades keep their edge best, whose keeps them worst, amd is the margin of difference between them all that large? Also wondering, is their a disadvantage in a partially serrated blade ?
@@BladeHQhahahaha I'd love to give them a proper lesson of buttoning but I don't have enough assests to do that yet, but you can stay alert because it's a matter of time untill I will do that
The Lundquist or "Alluvial" has a major design flaw. The lock up is not perfect. The blade can come out slightly while remaining locked. This plus being a tip up carry means a very bad time. I learned this the hard way. Gave myself about a 15mm long 5mm deep gash right in the pad of my thumb. Probably should have gotten stitches on this one but super glue works. Its a great knife otherwise but this flaw means I will not be carrying it until I reprofile the blade. They say is drop point its more of a straight blade but I will be making mine more a drop point so if they blade comes out a bit the tip will not be what I encounter. Seriously my first day carrying it and that happened. I am a little upset.
I've never held one, but from what I can tell they're purpose-built tactical blades. If you're after a self-defense knife, they will probably serve you well. If all you need is something to open boxes and slice apples with, I might go for something more traditional. But knives are a choose-your-own-adventure hobby! If a Regiment Blade speaks to you, send it! You have my blessing! -George
I like your videos. I'm not a game person but I would assume that a folder is never good for skinning game. I would think it's going to all kinds of stuff in it's mechanism. I would prefer a fixed blade for that job. It can be easily cleaned.
I grew up using a buck for deer. They come clean. Most modern knives are relatively easy to clean. Fixed blades work better of course. But plenty of deer in my youth got processed nose to tail with a buck knife
Do you guys sell benchmade to us average peons that aren't LE? They act like we're all serfs or something. They not only wouldn't let me send my Stryker auto in when the spring broke, they wouldn't even sell me a spring to do it myself.
Launch 1 is probably the only good-looking one of the series. Don't be fooled by the reinforced tip bevels and try to plunge. Stick to slicing if you don't want to lose a finger or put so grip tape and hope for the best.
I would like a recommendation for a really good tactical knife under $200. Something even $100 would be even better if possible but it's just something I'm curious about
Thank you. That was the most complete run down of autos I have seen. I added 4 to my list of must haves that I didn't know existed.
Stay strong brothers.
Nobody likes automatic knives. Everybody loves them
Autos are fun to play with but i like the extra control of a manual thumbstud knife if im going to nervously use it In public
@@Tony-bo3rw why would you “nervously” use it..?
@@BryceKimball7.3 Knives come in many interesting shapes and mechanisms but some people will assume you are a killer because you like them.
I remember i once cut down a large slushie cup (that was about 3/4ths empty) to a smaller size so i wouldnt awkwardly reach around inside of it with the little disposable spoon I had. My de-assisted Kershaw knockout came in handy and nobody seemed to notice i used it.
Edit- most of the time i used one nobody gave me crud for it.
My country is TERRIFIED by autos.
Funny thing is we kinda "made autos popular" with the stiletto but still police will freak out if they find you in possession of one or anything even spring assisted.
@@Garzinz your state is dumb lol 😂
Blade HQ give this man a raise! My man keeps coming on camera and just keeps getting better. His nice/smooth personality shows and makes the videos very enjoyable!
I have to take exception to something that you said. You labeled many of these knives as great outdoor knives. I live on 40 acres out in the woods, in the Northwest. Four months out of the year a metal handled knife is going to be uncomfortable to use. And if you want to warm it up, just leave it on a picnic table, in July. After 30, or 45 minutes, it will no longer be cold. As I used all of my knives, a metal handled knife is a deal-breaker, for me. Yet, it seems like half the knives out there are metal handled. I would love to hear from other people, why this isn't a big deal, for them.
Gloves.
Interesting automatic knife review for camping, hunting, etc. I appreciate the prices being shown. Very helpful.
Except that according to the Blade HQ site, there aren't any of the Pro-Tech Whiskers in stock. And they rarely are in stock anywhere.
My suggestion would be to pick up a Buck Paradigm Shift Auto (which they do have in stock). Same type of bolster release mechanism. A 3 inch S35VN blade with G10 handles that, in my opinion, has really nice ergonomics.
So sad I lost my launch 4. Loved that little knife. Such a snappy action
My launch 15 is in the mail! Been waiting almost 2 years for my pre-ordered Autonomy 2.
I recently got a boker Kalashnikov somewhat recently and I absolutely love it, it goes with me everywhere I go, except for airports of course
Awesome information covering every use and price point
Video about axis and button lock comparison is a grear idea I would watch it 100%
Autos are amazing! Knives i personally carry a Boker Kalashnikov all black classic and Great knife!
The only automatic knife, I have accepted to buy was the leak but I took out the speed safe and now it’s my EDC for the last year and a half
i have the boker kalshnikov! i'm so glad that it made its appearance on this video! the only downside that i found about it is the clip moves overtime.
It's a real struggle, but Flytanium has an aftermarket titanium clip for the Kalashnikov, and it's 10/10! -George
@@BladeHQ hey George! Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely try that out if I get the money to change clips.
I like Buck since I grew up using them hunting and carving sticks but man their edges are rough and sharpened past the plunge so you get a smile right out the gate. I think I’d definitely go protech or Kershaw for design and quality.
I love Kershaw, excellent knives .
I like the Kalashnikov it looks nice and it's fast deployment. I don't really like Benchmade myself but everyone is different. The best knife for anyone is the one they like and want; everyone is different. Thank you for the review.
Been carrying the Benchmade Osborne 9400 since it came out. Very suprised with how well it holds an edge, is easy to get crazy sharp and still springs open just as fast as the day I bought it which is crazy because I've probably deployed the knife over 100k times by now...
Nice video and description....The only problem I find with some of these is the lack of safety, like stilettos.OTF knife can open in your pocket.Same with the knives with no lock.
For tactical autos, you missed the Benchmade AFO II. It's probably the most common auto I see in people's pockets in the army.
It’s discontinued.
@@davidgarrett5671That's too bad, I got one a few months ago and love it. It was to replace my Benchmade AFCK which was also discontinued.
I have a Launch 11 and it is a great knife to have and hold.
Also, I love the Benchmade Osborne 9400.
I have a lot of Benchmade knives. They are the best.
On the Company website The Protech Godfather is $400. What am I going to do with a $400 knife?
Well done. Lots to choose from.
Thx for this video, I am currently wanting to acquire my 1st automatic. Prior to last year I thought they were illegal
If you want a good quality USA made Auto that doesn't cost a ton, get a Kershaw Launch. They are really great and use great materials. I had the Launch 1 and absolutely loved it. I was very surprised how well made they are for the price.
the casbah doesnt get much attention but i love it.
First off, great video, I really enjoyed watching all those different blades, having a few of them myself I can say my Spyderco Autonomy 2 w/ 3.5" LC200N Drop Point Plain edge is one of my top 3 Autos, BUT MY 06 AUTO IS THE SLOWEST OPENING KNIFE I OWN! It's such an OXYMORON! NO matter what I try it's so slow it doesn't always engage, only about 60-70% of the time!
Under the Benchmade brand, you completely missed the Mediator. A great bridge between EDC and defense knife.
Thin and lightweight enough to be a daily pocket knife, strong enough to plunge cut and slice with.
Burner 06 auto
Good job great presentation.
Launch 11 is my EDC… perfect size
Taller grind also leaves a bigger wound channel so I think many here crossover the categories but nice job separating them. You have hit your stride man. You have terrific knowledge and opinions with a good personality I can tell you’re comfortable now and your videos get better and better.
I'd never thought about wound channels! Man, I really need to go to a tactical knife course or something one day. Thanks for the kind words, and thanks for watching! -George
What do you mean by taller grind? Also never got to the part of the video that explains what that little hole is. I was thinking it was a thumb rest or a bow drill hole
I really like that buck 112 auto elites bronzeish looking finish very pretty!
Have the Kershaw Launch 1, Gerber 06 Auto, Benchmade Casbah, and a Benchmade Infidel along with some cheaper state fair style autos. I have an addiction to them and pretty much always have at least one on me unless I'm visiting somewhere that doesn't allow their carry.
That's funny man cuz I live in Bakersfield California oildale and they are illegal to Cary here but they are usually all I do Cary anyway lol cuz I do what I want
I find it hilarious DA otfs are iffy in many states but much saver that any folder for most people. It’s just a button no fumbling around the blade. And can barely break skin with auto deployment, with proper build of the derailing mechanism.
You talked about using an automatic knife for fish and game. I have not taken one apart. How easy is that to do? In order to clean it
The Omega springs that power the Axis lock on the Benchmade Adamas will break after about six months of use (on the auto, not the manual). The remedy is to buy piano/music wire and fabricate your own springs. The diameter of the music wire is considerably larger than the stock wire. You'll know the Omegas are on the verge of breaking when you start getting rock lock.
I haven’t had this happen
All auto knives are weaks. Springs on all autos will break.
Autos are toys.
Bencmade will replace springs for free. A Benchmade auto toy will live forever.
@bob neutron I had a microtech stitch for five years of daily use. No issues. Protech Don, 3 years, no issues. These issues could be resolved, but when they overcharge for a knife, why bother. They can give you a lifetime of springs and not make a dent in the profit margin.
Great presentation…
Luv autos.
Great background also one of the best.
I will watch this again to decide which ones to add to my collection.
How would the microtech ludt compare to the adamas in strength? my votes on the microtech
If you work for a living like I do then you may be able to purchase one of the bokers. Those benchmade knives look great. Congrats to whoever's buying that.
Most people work for a living? 🤨
@@jsanc316most people? You live in America lately?
@@shanek6582 for over 3 decades. Try again, with a legitimate argument and not some nonsense.
Bring back WOW
DANG YOU!!! I just ordered one more!!! BTW, Please consider putting together a review of autos that are truly left handed or ambidextrous. We lefties really don't like making due with right handed autos that mostly work left handed. Thanks!!
How is there no Microtech (any version)? You even show an Italian stiletto, and multiple runt size options.
We didn't have any side-opening Microtech autos in stock at the time of filming. Watch for our OTFs video coming soon, you'll see a ton of Microtech! -George
well I was going to quite my job, but now I've added more things to my shopping list. God, I hate working, but I love knives😍😍
If we're talking about good modern Italian switchblade like knives. The benchmade Auto Fact is my go-to.
I’ve been carrying the launch 11 for a couple years now and it’s so f*cking good.
I’ve bought a couple full size Kalashnikov’s and they don’t hold up. The frame isn’t strong enough for the spring action.
Love the lineup. Thanks
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how do i order a automatic im in the military im just confused on the process
Hey I couldn't watch this with valium cuz of where I am right now but what was up with the first knife in this video wy did it have 2 buttons on it? What does the other one do?
11:09 you’re website has it listed $80-100, not 60
Great video… I’m always looking for a new auto … thanks
I’m confused I went to the website and tried to buy a Boker Kalishnikov.
Auto knives are legal to own in my state but I couldn’t get the order to go through because it says you cant ship one over state lines?
You guys should do a review on the Koschei Double Action OTF Knife Bronze Aluminum i haven’t seen any videos on those yet
What about the microtech Stitch and the microtech ludt???
In the Stitch they only have 2 Marfione customs starting at $2,700, they have no Ludts in stock so they would have nothing to show.
I love how the Gerber has huge white lettering “made in orgegon”. Just looks cool
Need some for us left handed people.
We're can I find protech BR-1 whiskers?
I love my Boker Kalashnikov with XHP, but sadly I've worn through the finish on one side of the handle lol.
I've always use the bowl in the spyderco button to measure out my 🍀bowls 😂
Hi，Protech Magic BR-1 still in stock？
I'm disappointed that you didn't even mention the Operator colorway from Pro-tech. I own 3 and they are awesome.
why is there only one that is serrated? what is a good knife that has aat least a bit of serrated part
Discreet delivery ?
I was actually looking at an axe video to find out what that was because I seen it while searching for a camping axe on safari
Nice chip in the blade of the spyderco autonomy
Don't care for autos in general, but I am a Spyderco fan boy.....
How do I order them I keep having to choose a box at checkout
"It doesn't have a lot of edge but it's enough to get the job done"...yep, I hear you 😂.
Great video, but no Protech TR1 & 2? They are my favourite production side opening autos, with lots of variants, but seem to get overlooked a lot. If our stupid laws allowed autos, they'd be my first purchase.
Just a heads up, i don't know if you noticed, but there was a big crack the length of the wood handle of the AGA Campolin.
Loved this review. I. In the market but not knowledgeable. Whose blades keep their edge best, whose keeps them worst, amd is the margin of difference between them all that large? Also wondering, is their a disadvantage in a partially serrated blade ?
Freaking Awesome , love the content.
You have found yer stride, George!
Awesome
You guys raised your prices I can get a leek cheaper in the store than on your website!
The lock fails on the Benchmade adams if you baton with it
Why are you batoning with a folding knife? If you have to baton with a pocket knife, disengage the lock, it puts less stress on the mechanism.
No OTFs?
What about crash test with outdoor automatic knives to see what they are truly capable of?
Sounds like a good time... -George
@@BladeHQhahahaha I'd love to give them a proper lesson of buttoning but I don't have enough assests to do that yet, but you can stay alert because it's a matter of time untill I will do that
The Lundquist or "Alluvial" has a major design flaw. The lock up is not perfect. The blade can come out slightly while remaining locked. This plus being a tip up carry means a very bad time. I learned this the hard way. Gave myself about a 15mm long 5mm deep gash right in the pad of my thumb. Probably should have gotten stitches on this one but super glue works.
Its a great knife otherwise but this flaw means I will not be carrying it until I reprofile the blade. They say is drop point its more of a straight blade but I will be making mine more a drop point so if they blade comes out a bit the tip will not be what I encounter. Seriously my first day carrying it and that happened. I am a little upset.
Do you guys have any thoughts on Regiment Blades knives?
I've never held one, but from what I can tell they're purpose-built tactical blades. If you're after a self-defense knife, they will probably serve you well. If all you need is something to open boxes and slice apples with, I might go for something more traditional. But knives are a choose-your-own-adventure hobby! If a Regiment Blade speaks to you, send it! You have my blessing! -George
Let’s get a bird and trout knives video!!
Do you have anything in a John Deere green color?
I'll do you one better! Case Knives has some John Deere co-branded folders! -George
@@BladeHQ thanks, I’ll check them out.
I like your videos. I'm not a game person but I would assume that a folder is never good for skinning game. I would think it's going to all kinds of stuff in it's mechanism. I would prefer a fixed blade for that job. It can be easily cleaned.
I grew up using a buck for deer. They come clean. Most modern knives are relatively easy to clean. Fixed blades work better of course. But plenty of deer in my youth got processed nose to tail with a buck knife
Ultratech?
No OTF options?
Oh don't you worry! We have an entire OTF video coming out next week! -George
Love Georges rhetoric. Great imagination
George always seemed like a butt-on lock guy. Great vid as always .
I like big Buttons as well George!😂😂😂
No microtechs?
I want it!
I have been checking daily for Boker Strike Desert Warrior but never in stock.
Where's the auto adamas for the tactical knives.
So when we doing the diamond casino heist again lest?
am I the only one kind of aggravated that everyone's using the axis lock
Do you guys sell benchmade to us average peons that aren't LE? They act like we're all serfs or something. They not only wouldn't let me send my Stryker auto in when the spring broke, they wouldn't even sell me a spring to do it myself.
I just bought 3 of these bevause of this video. 😮
Launch 1 is probably the only good-looking one of the series. Don't be fooled by the reinforced tip bevels and try to plunge. Stick to slicing if you don't want to lose a finger or put so grip tape and hope for the best.
9:46 don't take that out of context xD
As a 40+ year knife collector, even if these knives were 50% off in price, they'd still be not worth it. Value to price ratio is WAY OFF!
I would like a recommendation for a really good tactical knife under $200. Something even $100 would be even better if possible but it's just something I'm curious about
And you still can’t ship them across state lines.
I really only like automatic otfs
Lucky for you, we have an OTFs video coming next week! -George