1:07 So close but. A switch blade is actually categorized as a blade that opens with a spring mechanism and a button or switch. Something like the classic stiletto switchblade has a button that is pushed and flicks the blade out. Spring assisted knives have the obvious little steel nub or lever that needs to be pushed in and therefore its assisted by the spring to open all the way. So switch blade can also open straight out, but other switch blades open just like any other pocket knife but with a button or switch. Still a excellent video just wanted to inform y’all.
Yep, like you said a switchblade/auto typically opens from the side like a regular folding knife. An OTF (out the front) comes straight out of the handle. Single actions (microtech halo series for instance) must be manually retracted into the handle. Double action (microtech ultratech, guardian tactical recon series, heretic manticore, etc.) retract themselves typically with the same switch used to deploy the blade in the first place.
Seth Griffin Yeah I’m not too informed with many of these knives different opening mechanics. I however have dealt with automatic and assisted knives so I have a good understanding of the difference as well as just checking my resources. Thanks for the further explanation 👍
Great video would love too see more knife videos in the future we must be on the same wave length tho because I’m getting ready to do a knife unboxing tonight
I find the belt clip should be placed so that the knife is upside down when clipped to the belt or waist of your pants, so the belt clip would be upside down when holding the knife upright. This is because when your belt clip is placed so the knife is right side up you must fumble with the knife and flip and spin it over to get into position to deploy, but if the belt clip is placed so the knife is upside down your pulling the knife out already upright and in proper position to deploy. Also you should place your right handed knife of the left side of your belt contrary to popular opinion because you reach, grab and all In one motion have the knife retrieved, removed, deployed and ready by the time you move your arm from your left to the point it’s out at you right side and in ready position, especially with a upside down belt clip. Then as soon as you move it from the left to your right side you are moving the way the knife opens so you don’t have to move your arm in the opposite direction of any movement not directed at your deployment destination. Every moment in the left to right retrieval allow for the perfect retrieval, then trigger activation while moving the knife outward then is deployed as your arm is moving out and to the right then at last moment knife is open and ready to use. There’s no fumbling with proper grip position just grab, trigger, out to the right and ready!!
I want one of the new presidios with cf-elite or whatever benchmade calls it. I typically carry a spyderco pm2 or Cold Steel recon 1, but ever since I got my first griptilian I've fallen in love with the Axis lock.
Been thinking about a pocket knife. My dad always carried one (old school Case folding). Yours seems perfect. Is yours all stainless? All I can find is grey and blue.
It's a type of knife I don't have as they are illegal to carry in the UK as with all locking knifes (without a reasonable justification). Most of mine are fiction folders or slip joints so I can EDC them
Man I hate my knife with that safety. So annoying compared to ones with out it. I don't see any benefit to having one. Never had it open on accident in my pocket and I wear it every day
Spring assisted knives are not good for discrete opening. Also, they don’t have a detent to keep the knife closed should the spring break, making them useless.
Why would you want to open a knife discretely? I'm genuinely curious. I don't care if it's discrete or not because it's a tool. Just like I wouldn't care about discretion with a hammer or screwdriver when I need to use those tools for the job they are intended for either. Good point on the detent. I've never had a spring break on me though.
Jeremiah Craig because some people get freaked out if you open a knife with one hand, thinking it’s an automatic knife. Opening it with two hands and not making a show of it seems to ease that anxiety unless the knife is large.
True but only if you don't have a hunting/fishing license in NY. I didn't want to touch on the legality of them because laws change and I want this video to be relevant for years to come
1:07 So close but. A switch blade is actually categorized as a blade that opens with a spring mechanism and a button or switch. Something like the classic stiletto switchblade has a button that is pushed and flicks the blade out. Spring assisted knives have the obvious little steel nub or lever that needs to be pushed in and therefore its assisted by the spring to open all the way. So switch blade can also open straight out, but other switch blades open just like any other pocket knife but with a button or switch. Still a excellent video just wanted to inform y’all.
Yep, like you said a switchblade/auto typically opens from the side like a regular folding knife. An OTF (out the front) comes straight out of the handle. Single actions (microtech halo series for instance) must be manually retracted into the handle. Double action (microtech ultratech, guardian tactical recon series, heretic manticore, etc.) retract themselves typically with the same switch used to deploy the blade in the first place.
Seth Griffin Yeah I’m not too informed with many of these knives different opening mechanics. I however have dealt with automatic and assisted knives so I have a good understanding of the difference as well as just checking my resources. Thanks for the further explanation 👍
I'm glad to see you dabbling into knives, it's probably my second largest hobby besides boomsticks.
Dude this was nice. I'm currently on my work break trying to catch up on more videos but it was interesting to see you try something new.
Thanks for taking a chance on the new topic. Glad you liked it!
I carry a Kershaw Leek every day. Nice change in video reviews.
Thanks Woody! Gotta love Kershaw!
I always carry one on the side of my front right pocket. They’re not only useful but they knives look nice and shiny. Styling with cowboy boots.
Super useful! I don't know how more people don't carry them
Great topic! and top notch video
Thanks buddy!!
good detent and washers/bearings>spring assist
Great video would love too see more knife videos in the future we must be on the same wave length tho because I’m getting ready to do a knife unboxing tonight
Cool!
Yep loved the knife review
Thanks!
I find the belt clip should be placed so that the knife is upside down when clipped to the belt or waist of your pants, so the belt clip would be upside down when holding the knife upright.
This is because when your belt clip is placed so the knife is right side up you must fumble with the knife and flip and spin it over to get into position to deploy, but if the belt clip is placed so the knife is upside down your pulling the knife out already upright and in proper position to deploy.
Also you should place your right handed knife of the left side of your belt contrary to popular opinion because you reach, grab and all In one motion have the knife retrieved, removed, deployed and ready by the time you move your arm from your left to the point it’s out at you right side and in ready position, especially with a upside down belt clip.
Then as soon as you move it from the left to your right side you are moving the way the knife opens so you don’t have to move your arm in the opposite direction of any movement not directed at your deployment destination.
Every moment in the left to right retrieval allow for the perfect retrieval, then trigger activation while moving the knife outward then is deployed as your arm is moving out and to the right then at last moment knife is open and ready to use.
There’s no fumbling with proper grip position just grab, trigger, out to the right and ready!!
Love your boot vids and nice to see something new. Just placed an order for the 290. How about some vids on western wear, like belts, shirts, jeans?
I got some jeans videos and one about belt buckles. Some more about shirts to come in the future as well! Thanks for watching
Great content! I carry two actually. A small Case sawcut jig in clover bone and my larger pocket clip Benchmade mel pardue presidio auto
Thanks Lucas! That sounds like a badass knife!
I want one of the new presidios with cf-elite or whatever benchmade calls it. I typically carry a spyderco pm2 or Cold Steel recon 1, but ever since I got my first griptilian I've fallen in love with the Axis lock.
Been thinking about a pocket knife. My dad always carried one (old school Case folding). Yours seems perfect. Is yours all stainless? All I can find is grey and blue.
Mine is stainless. I haven't been able to find one like it recently but the blue and grey does look pretty cool too
It's a type of knife I don't have as they are illegal to carry in the UK as with all locking knifes (without a reasonable justification). Most of mine are fiction folders or slip joints so I can EDC them
Yeah it's too bad they aren't legal in some places. Makes no sense but hopefully awareness around them increases eventually and those laws change
Man I hate my knife with that safety. So annoying compared to ones with out it. I don't see any benefit to having one. Never had it open on accident in my pocket and I wear it every day
Spring assisted knives are not good for discrete opening. Also, they don’t have a detent to keep the knife closed should the spring break, making them useless.
Why would you want to open a knife discretely? I'm genuinely curious. I don't care if it's discrete or not because it's a tool. Just like I wouldn't care about discretion with a hammer or screwdriver when I need to use those tools for the job they are intended for either. Good point on the detent. I've never had a spring break on me though.
Jeremiah Craig because some people get freaked out if you open a knife with one hand, thinking it’s an automatic knife. Opening it with two hands and not making a show of it seems to ease that anxiety unless the knife is large.
Makes sense. I respect that
The 6th thing should've been they are illegal in some places like New York.
True but only if you don't have a hunting/fishing license in NY. I didn't want to touch on the legality of them because laws change and I want this video to be relevant for years to come
@@JeremiahCraig Damn, I could've had a spring assisted knife this whole time?