Kind of fun to start watching a knife video and be able to say, "Hey, I have that same model of knife in my own pocket right now!" Then get it out and appreciate it in person while it is also discussed onscreen. Doesn't happen often for me because I don't own as many knives as I wish I could, but that scarcity makes it all the more fun when it does happen.
Benchmade's Lifes-harp is more than just sharpening. They will also, clean, tune, and replace parts if needed, all included in the service. I never fail to mention this to people when they talk about Benchmade's "butterfly tax". The Presidio 2 CF elite has been my go-to EDC do everything knife since I got it when it first came out. One of my favorite knives, not just right now, but of ALL TIME. They hit it out of the park with this one.
Like “Haymaker” said in his comment, it’s fun to see knives that you own in a knife reviewer’s video. I have the Recon 1, the RAT 1 and the Civivi Praxis. I will never spend $400+ on a pocket knife ( Sebenza ) that can be easily lost. One of my favorites that I have and consider large is the Zero Tolerance ZT0562.
I couldn't agree more Johnathan, I love that knife. In fact, I like it so much that I have the large and mini and the old version. Maybe more people will like them with the new CF-Elite scales. Welcome to the channel, glad to have ya.
@@TheKnifeBeater I actually found your channel because of an older video you had on the original precidio. I agree with the comparison. The old on is a bit on the heavy side. But it is built like a tank. The aluminum scales were a bit slippery at first. The paint has worn a bit on the pocket clip as well. The new version seems to have resolved all its downfalls. The blade on it is great for most uses. Just a great all around hard use edc.
Great list, big knives are fun! Have you tried a Microtech socom elite? I need to try a new large Presidio. The only knives I’d add to your list that I enjoy is the Spyderco Military, Shirogorov F95NL, the Koenig Arius.
For large folders is usually carry two cold steel xl tanto plain edge voyagers, a cold steel raja 2 and a sog pent arc. I usually also carry a sog pentagon, a sog trident, a cold steel counter tac1, a boker kalashnokov to play with and a kabar 8 inch tanto. I definitely have a knife problem haha. Great videos. Keep it up.
Some of my favorites are as follows. Cold Steel- Ti-Lite, Counterpoint and Rahja, Harnds Warrior, General, CRKT Hammond Cruiser and Gerber Fast I've got a lot of big folders but these are the ones that I prefer.
@@TheKnifeBeater They are great blades. Mine tried to kill me lol. I was sharpening it when my cat started to jump on a hot plate I just used to make some coffee with. I had the knife balanced on my knee and when I reached to stop the cat from getting burned it fell and sunk close to an inch in my lower leg. I completely soaked two rolls of paper towels and was seriously starting to think I was going to bleed out. I've been stabbed and cut several times but never bled anything like this time. After this experience I concluded that the counterpoints would be pretty formidable self-defense tools. I guess this would be a good example of letting the tool do all the work. I think the rest of my tools are a bunch of lazy bums cause they never do any work and I end up having to do it all myself. :)
I know this is for large “user” knives, but I am a big fan of “big” knives. I EDC a CS Frenzy on my person. It’s light, it’s big, I forget that it’s in my waistband, and it gives me 5.5 in of pointy S35vn for ~$125. What’s not to like. Also, Put a Snaggletooth on it. Awesome.
The ST helps that Triad lock fly open with a very loud and satisfying snap. That’s the catch tho, you are not getting this thing out quietly unless you intentionally draw it to miss the ST catch. Have you ever tried a Snaggletooth? I know a couple people who have them on their Recon 1’s.
Thanks a bunch, J! A great group there, for sure. You know which ones I love. Most of the ones you have laying there, I'll have to keep in my rotation, forever! : - )
Great videos J! Thank you for sharing. You guys don't even realize how lucky you are living in US. I am collecting EDC knives and I am proud of my collection, especially of a few mega expensive ones. But the hoops I had to jump to acquire them here in Australia - that's another matter. The bladed weapon laws not only prohibit possessing any kind of pocket knives, but the most idiotic and beyond comprehension is a legislation stating that even Leatherman pocket multitool is a weapon as long as it is steel and one must not carry it unless it is a tool in a toolbox to perform work. Forget a MacGyver swiss army knife. Obviously, the only knives you are allowed to have (at home only) are the kitchen knives. And of course your right to self-defense (even in your own dwelling) doesn't exist.
i really love big knives. just got a spyderco resilience. my sanrenmu 1005 and 1006, kizer rattler, civivi naja, praxis Kizer V4423. ruike 121, Eafengrow EF28, Canku C229
Thats a great list. Here's my list of pocket swords in no particular order. Kershaw Emerson cqc4kxl Spyderco resilience Buck 110 slim pro Spyderco manix2xl Cold steel swift Benchmade barrage Spyderco native chief Cold steel code 4 And last but not least the harnds assassin this one not being on your list stunk because your review of it is the reason I bought it. Since you didn't have it on your list I'll take it. Your loss is my gain 😉
@@ericblade8330 I like that name(loved the movie too) I'm not attacking him I was poking fun at him for not mentioning that knife. Its a long ass knife with a great budget steel for the price. Jay has steered me to fee gems and he's 1 of the few that will openly discuss ganzos among other less known companies.
@Me With Knives Absolutely no offense taken at all. I knew what you meant. In regards to the Assassin, it will be on my top 10 list of large budget knives for sure. Especially since Harnds went back and added a pocket clip to the design. I like your list. Does your Cold Steel Swift have a safety lock on it? I noticed that some versions come with a lock. Thanks for watching.
@@TheKnifeBeater i actually got the updated assassin if you get that one youll like it even more. My swift was the one without the safety so i got it for less.
New here, I like the content and how enthusiastic you are. Nice to not see calipers and a scale in every video lol. I'd add maybe a cold steel sr1 the only thing I don't like is like what you mentioned about the recon 1 which is the aggressive g10 and it's a pocket destroyer. The other would be the cold steel AD10. Ok, so it does have a 3.5 inch blade supposedly but it sure does feel like a big knife. Again, thanks for the content.
Thank you much Orendz, welcome to the channel. You're right, the the AD10 is a big knife, regardless if the blade measures 3.5" or 3.6". The only reason I left it off the list was because I honestly don't carry it much. Now, if the COVID-19 situation was followed by a zombie apocalypse, you better believe the AD10 will be in my pocket.
This is the first time my list is drastically different. Thought it was going to be the same when it started with the Recon 1, them it went drastically different. I'd throw in the Benchmade 810, Strider SMF, XM-24, Buck 110, Spyderco Endura, Police and Resiliance, ZT0200, ZT0560, Microtech Socom.
Nice choices Len. I'm sure your ZT0200 is a tough knife to find nowadays. Those are some really nice old school ZT designs. It seems like ZT is trying to get back to those roots with their latest, the 0308. Thanks Len.
Thanks Tom. I know you and I like a lot of the same designs. You're good at seeing the potential in a knife because you know exactly what mods it might need.
Some very good knives on that list. Some I can't speak to because have never owned or held them. Really enjoyed the list. I would have had the AD10 and the Code 4 along with the PMP Revenge by Maxace.
U Sir if you haven't, have to try The Civivi Astricus, the knife is crazy, will rock the gentleman seen or a great lightweight medium duty large! Check it out!
Cold Steel Voyager XL! It's huge at 5.5 inch, but incredibly light. Check your laws, Ok with Texas, but too long for some other states. #2 Esse Avispa in D2 Great video Knife Beater!
Thank you Wayne. I have a friend that absolutely loves that Voyager, it does have a good looking blade on it. The Avispa is a knife I really need to get my hands on, love the blade on that one too. Thanks for watching.
I hear ya Mike, I pay attention to the weight of what I'm carrying as well. Sometimes I'll go heavy if I need to, but I appreciate knives with a lot of blade without the excess weight. Thanks for watching.
I define a large knife with a blade length of 7 inches plus, a large folder with 6 inches plus. The only knife I know which is large in my eyes is the Opinel 13, and I don't have it because I don't like the locking mechanism.
@@TheKnifeBeater Well, my number 10 with the corkscrew has such a springy collar, that it guarantees front-to-back blade wiggle, and I can open the lock by wiggling the blade in seconds. I would choose a reliable back lock or a liner lock for utility any day. The wiggly locking collar is not fun with a humongous pocket sword like the 13. The corkscrew is pretty solid though.
That Cirrus is nice! Love WE, if I had to make a list of fav large EDCs, my WE Streak would be #1. Others included in no particular order: lg clip Voyager, Two Sun TS27, Recon1, CH3504, Benchmade Freak, Benchmade Fact, Civivi Praxus, Two Sun TS127, Spyderco Wharncliff Endura. Honorable mention and quite possibly an addition to my list is the Artisan Cutlery Hyperion
Any knife that can slice through a bottle of water should definitely be #1. I've actually been eyeballing that TS127, I need it. I just opened up the Hyperion about an hour ago, it's pretty great. I'll get a hold of you later on tonight so I can brief you. Thanks Ed.
Great review Jay.. I have to admit I’m a big Knife kind of guy… I bought the freak a while back and I think it’s one of the most fun knives I’ve ever had… The night I got it I just played with it all night while watching TV… I don’t really carry it so the handle material doesn’t really matter that much to me I just take it out every once in a while sit down on the couch and just fiddle with it
Thanks Jim. The Freek is perfect for that. I'll bet yours is nice and broken in. Your family can probably tell exactly what room you're in when they hear you opening and closing that knife, kinda like sonar/echo location.
I hear ya, I love that size range too. I try to keep an open mind towards knives of all different shapes and sizes, but I do have limits. I would probably never carry a 4" blade, it's a bit much for me. Thanks for watching Jkris.
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Kind of fun to start watching a knife video and be able to say, "Hey, I have that same model of knife in my own pocket right now!" Then get it out and appreciate it in person while it is also discussed onscreen. Doesn't happen often for me because I don't own as many knives as I wish I could, but that scarcity makes it all the more fun when it does happen.
Thanks for putting the metric system!
Very thoughtful of you.
Thank you so much for noticing Roel.
Benchmade's Lifes-harp is more than just sharpening. They will also, clean, tune, and replace parts if needed, all included in the service. I never fail to mention this to people when they talk about Benchmade's "butterfly tax". The Presidio 2 CF elite has been my go-to EDC do everything knife since I got it when it first came out. One of my favorite knives, not just right now, but of ALL TIME. They hit it out of the park with this one.
Like “Haymaker” said in his comment, it’s fun to see knives that you own in a knife reviewer’s video. I have the Recon 1, the RAT 1 and the Civivi Praxis. I will never spend $400+ on a pocket knife ( Sebenza ) that can be easily lost. One of my favorites that I have and consider large is the Zero Tolerance ZT0562.
Love your Stuff! I saw other beat me to it, but You know youre a knife guy with all the wounds!! Great Info and video! Liked and Subbed
Thanks for a great video.
First time here. Saw plaid…. Subscribed! 😂
New sub because you included the precidio 2 in the videos. Great knife. Underrated.
I couldn't agree more Johnathan, I love that knife. In fact, I like it so much that I have the large and mini and the old version. Maybe more people will like them with the new CF-Elite scales. Welcome to the channel, glad to have ya.
@@TheKnifeBeater I actually found your channel because of an older video you had on the original precidio. I agree with the comparison. The old on is a bit on the heavy side. But it is built like a tank. The aluminum scales were a bit slippery at first. The paint has worn a bit on the pocket clip as well. The new version seems to have resolved all its downfalls. The blade on it is great for most uses. Just a great all around hard use edc.
Excellent list of knives Jay!! Thank you very much for sharing!!!
Thank you my UA-cam brother-in-arms.
Great list. Thanks for sharing
Thank you much keifer.
Great list, big knives are fun! Have you tried a Microtech socom elite? I need to try a new large Presidio. The only knives I’d add to your list that I enjoy is the Spyderco Military, Shirogorov F95NL, the Koenig Arius.
Thank you Cark. No, I haven't got my hands on a Socom Elite just yet, but plan to. I do like your additions.
Jay awesome video!! Really nice large knife choices!!! Thanks so much for sharing brother!!!!👊👊👊🍻🍻
Thank you GG. So glad you liked it.
Very solid list of knives ! Good presentation, thanks for sharing 👍😊
Thank you Patrick. I guess I had a few more large knives than I realized.
For large folders is usually carry two cold steel xl tanto plain edge voyagers, a cold steel raja 2 and a sog pent arc. I usually also carry a sog pentagon, a sog trident, a cold steel counter tac1, a boker kalashnokov to play with and a kabar 8 inch tanto. I definitely have a knife problem haha. Great videos. Keep it up.
Some good knives you got there FF. I really need to pick up a SOG Pentagon soon. Thanks for watching.
It's a cool knife. It's really light and actually pretty useful for a lot of tasks. Thanks for the great content.
Never knew that about the Chris Reeve! I Know that I want one but I have too many others at that price point that I want more but ill get it one day..
Some of my favorites are as follows.
Cold Steel- Ti-Lite, Counterpoint and Rahja, Harnds Warrior, General, CRKT Hammond Cruiser and Gerber Fast
I've got a lot of big folders but these are the ones that I prefer.
Nice choices. I used to have a Counter Point, I really need to pick one up again. Thanks for watching Hildolfr.
@@TheKnifeBeater They are great blades. Mine tried to kill me lol. I was sharpening it when my cat started to jump on a hot plate I just used to make some coffee with. I had the knife balanced on my knee and when I reached to stop the cat from getting burned it fell and sunk close to an inch in my lower leg.
I completely soaked two rolls of paper towels and was seriously starting to think I was going to bleed out.
I've been stabbed and cut several times but never bled anything like this time.
After this experience I concluded that the counterpoints would be pretty formidable self-defense tools. I guess this would be a good example of letting the tool do all the work. I think the rest of my tools are a bunch of lazy bums cause they never do any work and I end up having to do it all myself. :)
I think you like big knives :) . Nice selection and good presentation.
Yeah, that's all I ever bought when I first started with knives, the bigger the better. Thanks John.
I know this is for large “user” knives, but I am a big fan of “big” knives. I EDC a CS Frenzy on my person. It’s light, it’s big, I forget that it’s in my waistband, and it gives me 5.5 in of pointy S35vn for ~$125. What’s not to like.
Also, Put a Snaggletooth on it. Awesome.
That's a great idea putting the Snaggletooth opener on it.
The ST helps that Triad lock fly open with a very loud and satisfying snap. That’s the catch tho, you are not getting this thing out quietly unless you intentionally draw it to miss the ST catch. Have you ever tried a Snaggletooth? I know a couple people who have them on their Recon 1’s.
i edc a cold steel rajah II absolute monster and i love it
Thanks a bunch, J!
A great group there, for sure. You know which ones I love. Most of the ones you have laying there, I'll have to keep in my rotation, forever!
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Oh yeah, I know you and I like a lot of the same knives, especially that Bison. Thank you Steve.
wow i just bought a praxis in damascus. i really like the knife. the damascus is so beautiful
I agree, I love that knife. To be honest, I was never a big fan of Damascus blades, but the Praxis has changed all that.
Great videos J! Thank you for sharing. You guys don't even realize how lucky you are living in US. I am collecting EDC knives and I am proud of my collection, especially of a few mega expensive ones. But the hoops I had to jump to acquire them here in Australia - that's another matter. The bladed weapon laws not only prohibit possessing any kind of pocket knives, but the most idiotic and beyond comprehension is a legislation stating that even Leatherman pocket multitool is a weapon as long as it is steel and one must not carry it unless it is a tool in a toolbox to perform work. Forget a MacGyver swiss army knife. Obviously, the only knives you are allowed to have (at home only) are the kitchen knives. And of course your right to self-defense (even in your own dwelling) doesn't exist.
I'd love to see the Spyderco Manix 2XL & the S.O.G. Seal XR Flipper added to this list. Two of my most favorite EDC knives of all time.
How much does the WE knife cost?
i really love big knives. just got a spyderco resilience. my sanrenmu 1005 and 1006, kizer rattler, civivi naja, praxis Kizer V4423. ruike 121, Eafengrow EF28, Canku C229
Wow, you do like big knives. I really like your list, nice choices Sean. Thank you.
Thats a great list. Here's my list of pocket swords in no particular order.
Kershaw Emerson cqc4kxl
Spyderco resilience
Buck 110 slim pro
Spyderco manix2xl
Cold steel swift
Benchmade barrage
Spyderco native chief
Cold steel code 4
And last but not least the harnds assassin this one not being on your list stunk because your review of it is the reason I bought it. Since you didn't have it on your list I'll take it. Your loss is my gain 😉
Me With Knives yeah he told me he dont make much bread doin these vids. He gets 💵and endorsements
@@ericblade8330 I like that name(loved the movie too) I'm not attacking him I was poking fun at him for not mentioning that knife. Its a long ass knife with a great budget steel for the price. Jay has steered me to fee gems and he's 1 of the few that will openly discuss ganzos among other less known companies.
@Me With Knives Absolutely no offense taken at all. I knew what you meant. In regards to the Assassin, it will be on my top 10 list of large budget knives for sure. Especially since Harnds went back and added a pocket clip to the design. I like your list. Does your Cold Steel Swift have a safety lock on it? I noticed that some versions come with a lock. Thanks for watching.
@@TheKnifeBeater i actually got the updated assassin if you get that one youll like it even more.
My swift was the one without the safety so i got it for less.
New here, I like the content and how enthusiastic you are. Nice to not see calipers and a scale in every video lol. I'd add maybe a cold steel sr1 the only thing I don't like is like what you mentioned about the recon 1 which is the aggressive g10 and it's a pocket destroyer. The other would be the cold steel AD10. Ok, so it does have a 3.5 inch blade supposedly but it sure does feel like a big knife. Again, thanks for the content.
Thank you much Orendz, welcome to the channel. You're right, the the AD10 is a big knife, regardless if the blade measures 3.5" or 3.6". The only reason I left it off the list was because I honestly don't carry it much. Now, if the COVID-19 situation was followed by a zombie apocalypse, you better believe the AD10 will be in my pocket.
@@TheKnifeBeater lol agreed. I'd probably have it and probably sr1. Thanks bud for the content
I almost missed the boat on the 615. I'm glad I didn't. I too bought two.
What knife is that model number?
@@christopherskipp1525 We knife model number 615. Name = Cirrus
@@BAtadCrazy Thank you.
@@BAtadCrazy Thank you.
Sorry, who makes the bison?
Your two Cirrus' have 2 different sized flippers. The coated blade's flipper is smaller. Yes? Or is it just me?
Wow, you don't miss a thing. Yeah, I modded the flipper on the gray one and I'm planing on doing it to the other.
This is the first time my list is drastically different. Thought it was going to be the same when it started with the Recon 1, them it went drastically different. I'd throw in the Benchmade 810, Strider SMF, XM-24, Buck 110, Spyderco Endura, Police and Resiliance, ZT0200, ZT0560, Microtech Socom.
Nice choices Len. I'm sure your ZT0200 is a tough knife to find nowadays. Those are some really nice old school ZT designs. It seems like ZT is trying to get back to those roots with their latest, the 0308. Thanks Len.
Great choices Jay, I think my choices would be a lot of the ones you chose too 👍
Thanks Tom. I know you and I like a lot of the same designs. You're good at seeing the potential in a knife because you know exactly what mods it might need.
What about the Maseru Reactor? Large lightweight tactical that's well made at a fair price.
Some very good knives on that list. Some I can't speak to because have never owned or held them. Really enjoyed the list. I would have had the AD10 and the Code 4 along with the PMP Revenge by Maxace.
Thanks Rick. I actually did consider those Cold Steel's, they were definitely in the running. I had to make some really tough choices.
I love my AD-10, hell of a knife. Probably has the smoothest action of any of my CS knives.
U Sir if you haven't, have to try The Civivi Astricus, the knife is crazy, will rock the gentleman seen or a great lightweight medium duty large! Check it out!
Okay, thank you.
I like big knives and I cannot lie 🙃
I think I carry my voyager the most, of the large knives I own
2nd place is my rat 1
I hear ya, I have a friend that absolutely loves that Voyager too.
Cold Steel Voyager XL! It's huge at 5.5 inch, but incredibly light. Check your laws, Ok with Texas, but too long for some other states.
#2 Esse Avispa in D2
Great video Knife Beater!
Thank you Wayne. I have a friend that absolutely loves that Voyager, it does have a good looking blade on it. The Avispa is a knife I really need to get my hands on, love the blade on that one too. Thanks for watching.
Altho I own a Sabenza 21 Insingo large and small, I almost never carry them. I do carry a Spyderco Manix 2 lightweight or my Sage 5 lightweight.
I hear ya Mike, I pay attention to the weight of what I'm carrying as well. Sometimes I'll go heavy if I need to, but I appreciate knives with a lot of blade without the excess weight. Thanks for watching.
Anybody own a cold steel code 4; if so how do you like it (good and bad points)?
To slippery!
Traded it away.
@@A_Meek_lake_Dweller 10-4
You forgot the Spyderco Manix 2 XL
Did I? Sorry.
I define a large knife with a blade length of 7 inches plus, a large folder with 6 inches plus. The only knife I know which is large in my eyes is the Opinel 13, and I don't have it because I don't like the locking mechanism.
Yeah, that knife is more of a utility type blade and it's not really the fastest to deploy. Good for the money though. Thanks for watching HR.
@@TheKnifeBeater Well, my number 10 with the corkscrew has such a springy collar, that it guarantees front-to-back blade wiggle, and I can open the lock by wiggling the blade in seconds. I would choose a reliable back lock or a liner lock for utility any day. The wiggly locking collar is not fun with a humongous pocket sword like the 13. The corkscrew is pretty solid though.
Cold Steel makes a lot of great 6"+ knives. They are almost indestructible and are fairly priced as well.
Cold steel Voyager and two sun TS107 my two fav big knives...Loved the Vid...
Hey thanks so much Zombie. I love the blade shape of that Voyager.
Are you the gas station guy from cabin in the woods? 😮
Anyway, good vid 😉
Lol. I could be.
That Cirrus is nice! Love WE, if I had to make a list of fav large EDCs, my WE Streak would be #1. Others included in no particular order: lg clip Voyager, Two Sun TS27, Recon1, CH3504, Benchmade Freak, Benchmade Fact, Civivi Praxus, Two Sun TS127, Spyderco Wharncliff Endura. Honorable mention and quite possibly an addition to my list is the Artisan Cutlery Hyperion
Any knife that can slice through a bottle of water should definitely be #1. I've actually been eyeballing that TS127, I need it. I just opened up the Hyperion about an hour ago, it's pretty great. I'll get a hold of you later on tonight so I can brief you. Thanks Ed.
The bench made presideo must be expensive, no?
Let's be a little more careful with our thumb....we can't afford to lose you, Jay! 😎
Lol. I appreciate you saying that. Thank you.
Great review Jay.. I have to admit I’m a big Knife kind of guy… I bought the freak a while back and I think it’s one of the most fun knives I’ve ever had… The night I got it I just played with it all night while watching TV… I don’t really carry it so the handle material doesn’t really matter that much to me I just take it out every once in a while sit down on the couch and just fiddle with it
Thanks Jim. The Freek is perfect for that. I'll bet yours is nice and broken in. Your family can probably tell exactly what room you're in when they hear you opening and closing that knife, kinda like sonar/echo location.
Do you carry a firearm?
These are big knives lol? Guess I’ve been carrying the Rajah 2 for too long.
Large folders should at least have a 4 inch blade.
When the adjective for them is "big ass," we've probably found the right video.
at most, I call that medium sized
I never got into carrying large blades. Always been attracted to 3.25-3.5in blades
I hear ya, I love that size range too. I try to keep an open mind towards knives of all different shapes and sizes, but I do have limits. I would probably never carry a 4" blade, it's a bit much for me. Thanks for watching Jkris.
A new addition to me is the ZT 0308.
That is a good looking knife, especially the blade. I didn't realize it weighed 7 oz. Thanks Scott.
Lol. The military is the best option out of all these.
CRKT clever girl
Bestech paladin
I hear ya. I know the Scimitar and Paladin are similar, but I like the Paladin so much more. Thanks for watching Kengy.
What’s the difference between a shit knife and a quality knife? A t.
Do ya get it?
I NEED TO KNOW WHICH ONE ('S) GOT YOU. GOTTA TRUST A MAN TALKING ABOUT KNIFES WITH KNIFE WOUNDS TO PROVE
...you call that a knife?
I said big knives not veg knives
Lol!
That tiny little knife was your opening choice?
PATHETIC!
cold steel pocket bushman for me.
Actually, that would be a great knife to have on my large budget knives list. Thank you.