Nice knives. I started with modern knives, then they started looking too similar to each other. Like automobiles of today compared to those in the 1940s and 1950s. When I turned to traditional knives like those from Case, GEC, etc, I was in love with knives again. Those frames, those covers, and 1 to 4 blades in one knife!
My kizer zipslip is the first slipjoint ive carried at work for a couple of years,i didnt expect much from it to be honest but its performed extremely well for me.Razor sharp and edge retention is simply amazing.It just feels like a much more expensive knife than it is👍🏴
I only RECENTLY, began to learn about traditional / slipjoints. I collect all sorts of knives, and I usually avoid slipjoints... But, no more! The more I learn, the more beautiful varieties, materials, and interesting history, I find
Paddy, while you are probably not the only reviewer making the "modern slipjoint" vs modern traditional (oxymoron) 😉 distinction. I'm glad to see you and I share this opinion. I have nearly all of Mikes lionsteel exclusives and Otnat is a definite favorite. My top (5) Modern Slipjoints: 1. JE Made Combustion 2. Chris Reeves Impinda 3. Hinder Slippy (XM18) 4. LS CK Otant 5. Fallkniven LTC (gr)
I need to do a video of this. Enzo PK70, Zipslip, JE Made, Cellina, and a detent perhaps? I’ve very few modern slipies left that I haven’t sold or given away. Plenty of traditionals though!
Very entertaining video thus far; sub well-earned! I kind of stepped away from slipjoints besides SAK's in recent years, but the gift of a Spyderco Urban Ivory Damasteel by my gf made me dive right back in :)
@@paddyspotatopeelers2154 Great to be back! Mainly focussed on Spyderco for the past decade, but you're causing a reawakened appreciation for the slipjoints in my collection. Eyeing some new possible purchases because of it :)
Nice set of knives Paddy. Think my current favourite edc slip joint is crkt pilar, just love the forward choil on it. Replace your benchmade, nice knife but that back spring is to soft.
I think if you like a knife you will use it and be happy. Modern slip joint like these have the advantage of newer materials and steels. Being able to take them apart is ok however; tiny parts get lost. That happens and getting replacements is a pain. You can clean a traditional one it just takes a little more time. I like the look of the Fox blade shape and the hidden lanyard pin on the Lion and its modern looking blade. The problem with customs is they come and they go like the wind. They all might have great ideas but fighting to get one and their high cost doesn’t make them everyday users. That makes the one that costs less the one I like the best. (Black Fox Coil)
I have some TwoSun modern slip joints. They are fine and well made. I also have the Manly Wasp which a good worker. I strongly believe modern slip joints should have a 1/3 stop rather than a 1/2 stop. It's as easy to do and much safer.
My proper is the clip blade and the backspring is ok. Not strong or heavy but positive. I've cut a lot of zip ties filled umpteen kerb side recycling boxes with cardboard and its never failed on me yet.
My only modern slipjoint is a Viper Key designed by Jesper Voxnaes, but I've been thinking my next overall purchase will be a Hinderer slipjoint and you're not changing my mind (that said and however, the Lionsteel otnat looks really enticing)!
I too loves slip joints and one of the things I like to see on them are a pocket clip I don't like to have a lot of stuff in my pockets. you're five or beautiful knife I hope I can get to that point in my collection one day
#3 for me is the Lionsteel Gitano for its Spanish Navaja influence and strong locking when opened. Lovely lines and beautiful blade. Your #1 and #2 choices, stay. Once opened, it is neither a traditional or modern slip joint, but a beautiful Italian crafted, Spanish influences joy to look at as well as to handle.
That Tuya is just such a stylish detent. I'm so tempted. By the way my Proper clone has a very decent backspring ( actually better than the original) no one shoot me....👍
Very nice selection of knives ! My only modern slipjoints are the Maserin Scout (excellent tool), Rough Ryder VG10 (clipoint blade), Maserin E.D.C (great gentleman knife), and the Manly Comrade. If I had to pick one it would be rough to choose between the Scout and the Comrade... But I'd go with the Comrade : strong and reliable, great design, and 3 stops to avoid accidents with unexpected closure, good German D2 blade
I really rate the Byrd Tern because it allows a full grip yet is very small and light. Currently carrying the Ruike L11 for work which I also love but is not UK legal at 85mm 😒
Hi, do you own the lionsteel Bestman ? I live in France and it's illegal to go out with any knife there. Slipjoint are most of the time tolerated tho. I bought the Bestman 2 with ebony wood to "replace" my spydercos outside, and it's really great ! The slipjoint action is really good, midstop, there is even a blade stop on the closing.
That Bolus looks lovely, looking forward to your review, any news on the Tuya's availability? It's close call as I'm not to keen on the Proper due to the weak spring but I'd replace either rhe proper or the Fox Ciol as I'm not keen on recurves. Great upload♥️🔪
I love the way that BlackFox looks. It's a good size too. For some reason I had the impression that the blade steel was 440A, but C is totally fine for me. The thing is, I've spoken with lots of folks that were under the impression that all of the BlackFox knives are made in Italy, and I think it says that in the specs on some sites. Most if not all BlackFox, and FoxEdge knives are made in China. For that reason, I have been hesitant to get it. It's not cheap for what it's made of. Is it worth it?
I might be old fashioned but I hate pocket clips, I can’t think of a better way to lose your stuff ! knives, torches, tape measures etc, I have caught them on all sorts of things,and you’ve either got a bent open and useless clip or your knife gets flipped into the brambles ! The right place for a knife is at the bottom of a pocket either trouser or a square jacket pocket like a tweed sports jacket pocket. And don’t start me off about those stupid diagonal semi handwarmer pockets !
If have ASP Pepper Spray (refillable) inc. medium-“Key defender”, u.. or better…, then Ya could loose the Bruiser-odd man out (or 2nd in, from the right). *Usually I have SA Rambler; Palm & or Key Defender; and a good e.g. *Lumintop FW1aa (tail cap button too). *Where cowards-opportunists cannot see you, usually will decide to wait until “It’s for fun @ (100%) free”. *There is way less hesitation in using the light &/or ppr spray (& they can believe “oh, he’s shining (or strobe+) the light again”(an ez good spraying of it). U’d be better for the Misses. Even if it “wasn’t successful” , it can really help you+. **reapply as ya make it to safety or safer.
UK knife laws are tyrannical. Nothing about them are common sense at all, just utter foolishness. Imagine the knives you could own and carry if you lived where there are common sense knife laws.
Nice knives. I started with modern knives, then they started looking too similar to each other. Like automobiles of today compared to those in the 1940s and 1950s. When I turned to traditional knives like those from Case, GEC, etc, I was in love with knives again. Those frames, those covers, and 1 to 4 blades in one knife!
Some very good modern slipjoints Paddy!!!!
I think the Tuya knife should be No.1. Absolutely beautiful.
Good morning Paddy! I’m still trying to gain an appreciation for modern knives :) My heart still lies with the classics though :)
Lovely knives (most a bit out of my price range). I love my Artisan Cutlery Biome. Thanks for sharing.
My kizer zipslip is the first slipjoint ive carried at work for a couple of years,i didnt expect much from it to be honest but its performed extremely well for me.Razor sharp and edge retention is simply amazing.It just feels like a much more expensive knife than it is👍🏴
Great choices. I love that you included one that is more affordable. Thank you so much for another great video.
I only RECENTLY, began to learn about traditional / slipjoints. I collect all sorts of knives, and I usually avoid slipjoints... But, no more! The more I learn, the more beautiful varieties, materials, and interesting history, I find
Welcome to the madhouse 😜👍☘️
You can also squeeze together in a bench vise. A bit more control than the hammer method.
Nice video and good choices. 👍
My current favourite modern is the LionSteel Thrill. It’s astonishingly good. Thanks for this
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Thanks Paddy' I'm a openl or victorinox user but i do like a buck 110 thanks for sharing this one with us Paddy'☘️👍🏻
Paddy you always do a great video.
Paddy, while you are probably not the only reviewer making the "modern slipjoint" vs modern traditional (oxymoron) 😉 distinction. I'm glad to see you and I share this opinion.
I have nearly all of Mikes lionsteel exclusives and Otnat is a definite favorite. My top (5) Modern Slipjoints:
1. JE Made Combustion
2. Chris Reeves Impinda
3. Hinder Slippy (XM18)
4. LS CK Otant
5. Fallkniven LTC (gr)
My cat just died today so thanks for giving me some comfort material
I need to do a video of this. Enzo PK70, Zipslip, JE Made, Cellina, and a detent perhaps? I’ve very few modern slipies left that I haven’t sold or given away. Plenty of traditionals though!
I can't wait to get my hands on the Heinnie Spyderco Urban!
Very entertaining video thus far; sub well-earned!
I kind of stepped away from slipjoints besides SAK's in recent years, but the gift of a Spyderco Urban Ivory Damasteel by my gf made me dive right back in :)
Welcome back mate,and really glad to have you on board.atb paddy
@@paddyspotatopeelers2154 Great to be back! Mainly focussed on Spyderco for the past decade, but you're causing a reawakened appreciation for the slipjoints in my collection. Eyeing some new possible purchases because of it :)
Nice set of knives Paddy. Think my current favourite edc slip joint is crkt pilar, just love the forward choil on it.
Replace your benchmade, nice knife but that back spring is to soft.
Great video as always, Paddy. I really enjoy the TRM Viator, Kizer ZipSlip, Lionsteel Dom, and MKM Root. I am still undecided about the Artisan Biome.
Once again great selection of knives!!!! Be well mate!!!!!!
That reverse tanto also comes in some of the best looking Ram's Horn I've ever seen.
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I quite fancy the snakewood version
@@IanSmith465 it's great too
I think if you like a knife you will use it and be happy. Modern slip joint like these have the advantage of newer materials and steels. Being able to take them apart is ok however; tiny parts get lost. That happens and getting replacements is a pain. You can clean a traditional one it just takes a little more time. I like the look of the Fox blade shape and the hidden lanyard pin on the Lion and its modern looking blade. The problem with customs is they come and they go like the wind. They all might have great ideas but fighting to get one and their high cost doesn’t make them everyday users. That makes the one that costs less the one I like the best. (Black Fox Coil)
I have some TwoSun modern slip joints. They are fine and well made. I also have the Manly Wasp which a good worker. I strongly believe modern slip joints should have a 1/3 stop rather than a 1/2 stop. It's as easy to do and much safer.
I would just make it a top 6. if one had to go, my choice would be the benchmade, but just because it has a weaker backspring.
Favourite modern slipjoint…., wel for me it must be my Lionsteel/CK Shuffler.
A “classic” barlow in micarta, titanium and M390, modern enough I guess!
My proper is the clip blade and the backspring is ok. Not strong or heavy but positive. I've cut a lot of zip ties filled umpteen kerb side recycling boxes with cardboard and its never failed on me yet.
My only modern slipjoint is a Viper Key designed by Jesper Voxnaes, but I've been thinking my next overall purchase will be a Hinderer slipjoint and you're not changing my mind (that said and however, the Lionsteel otnat looks really enticing)!
I too loves slip joints and one of the things I like to see on them are a pocket clip I don't like to have a lot of stuff in my pockets. you're five or beautiful knife I hope I can get to that point in my collection one day
#3 for me is the Lionsteel Gitano for its Spanish Navaja influence and strong locking when opened. Lovely lines and beautiful blade. Your #1 and #2 choices, stay. Once opened, it is neither a traditional or modern slip joint, but a beautiful Italian crafted, Spanish influences joy to look at as well as to handle.
5 great choices Paddy.
I prefer modern knife reviews, though I use Opinels and higonokami at home and for edc.
That Tuya is just such a stylish detent.
I'm so tempted.
By the way my Proper clone has a very decent backspring ( actually better than the original) no one shoot me....👍
Very nice selection of knives !
My only modern slipjoints are the Maserin Scout (excellent tool), Rough Ryder VG10 (clipoint blade), Maserin E.D.C (great gentleman knife), and the Manly Comrade.
If I had to pick one it would be rough to choose between the Scout and the Comrade...
But I'd go with the Comrade : strong and reliable, great design, and 3 stops to avoid accidents with unexpected closure, good German D2 blade
I wouldn't replace any of the five, just make it my top six modern slip joint ☺️or get four more for the top ten slip joints
Having fun watching from SOBX
Hey Mr paddy good stuff
I really rate the Byrd Tern because it allows a full grip yet is very small and light. Currently carrying the Ruike L11 for work which I also love but is not UK legal at 85mm 😒
I think + 1 is a Otnat - love your vids, that Tuya is one sexy beast
I know its irrational but I get really annoyed when I see a slipjoint that I cant carry in the UK:) the gianto would be a no brainer otherwise.
I really like that CK/Lionsteel, but how do we get them in the EU/UK? Collectors Knives say they don't ship internationally.
Me too, but isn’t the blade on it to bigger for U.K. carry?
@@kylethedalek Blade is 2⅞ inches according to Collectors Knives (2¾" cutting edge), so just about perfect.
Plus lionsteel appear to no longer offer the Otnat blade shape on their Bolus according to thheir website
The Gitano is a grail knife for me...but the cost here in canada is prohibitive. 😞
Hi Paddy, great run-down.
Have you got links for where you purchased the Tuya knife and that Bolus knife too please.
I would replace number 5 only because it isn't UK legal
That Otnat is amazing. Did you know that Otnat is Tanto backwards?
He did that because it's a reverse tanto so Otnat .
😀.taht wonk t'ndid I
Sorry,, it's UKPK,,,
every time for me,,..
But seriously considering an Urban now..... Lol..
(maybe the new HH version,, ? )
Hi, do you own the lionsteel Bestman ? I live in France and it's illegal to go out with any knife there. Slipjoint are most of the time tolerated tho. I bought the Bestman 2 with ebony wood to "replace" my spydercos outside, and it's really great ! The slipjoint action is really good, midstop, there is even a blade stop on the closing.
That Bolus looks lovely, looking forward to your review, any news on the Tuya's availability? It's close call as I'm not to keen on the Proper due to the weak spring but I'd replace either rhe proper or the Fox Ciol as I'm not keen on recurves. Great upload♥️🔪
I love the way that BlackFox looks. It's a good size too. For some reason I had the impression that the blade steel was 440A, but C is totally fine for me. The thing is, I've spoken with lots of folks that were under the impression that all of the BlackFox knives are made in Italy, and I think it says that in the specs on some sites. Most if not all BlackFox, and FoxEdge knives are made in China. For that reason, I have been hesitant to get it. It's not cheap for what it's made of. Is it worth it?
Where did you get reverse tanto proper i searched it up and it just show the 940
I might be old fashioned but I hate pocket clips, I can’t think of a better way to lose your stuff ! knives, torches, tape measures etc, I have caught them on all sorts of things,and you’ve either got a bent open and useless clip or your knife gets flipped into the brambles ! The right place for a knife is at the bottom of a pocket either trouser or a square jacket pocket like a tweed sports jacket pocket. And don’t start me off about those stupid diagonal semi handwarmer pockets !
I would replace the Benchmade.
If have ASP Pepper Spray (refillable) inc. medium-“Key defender”, u.. or better…, then Ya could loose the Bruiser-odd man out (or 2nd in, from the right). *Usually I have SA Rambler; Palm & or Key Defender; and a good e.g. *Lumintop FW1aa (tail cap button too). *Where cowards-opportunists cannot see you, usually will decide to wait until “It’s for fun @ (100%) free”. *There is way less hesitation in using the light &/or ppr spray (& they can believe “oh, he’s shining (or strobe+) the light again”(an ez good spraying of it). U’d be better for the
Misses. Even if it “wasn’t successful” , it can really help you+. **reapply as ya make it to safety or safer.
No...your knife laws are not archaic...they are, unfortunately modern...heh
UK knife laws are tyrannical. Nothing about them are common sense at all, just utter foolishness. Imagine the knives you could own and carry if you lived where there are common sense knife laws.