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MC I'm sure you do know this knife has an adjustable tension for the springs "Clutch" you only have to take scales off and slide the spring into your desired tension very very easy. I bought both immediately I love them so perfect for my tasks for work. Knife of the year 💯🔥🥇
I really like how Kizer did this Clutch lock/Crossbar lock which also has 5 adjustable tension settings, and how easy it is to access to change the tension or even swap the springs. Kizer has been doing so great the last 2 years. The $120 Price might put some people off but I think it's completely reasonable with the aluminum scales. They can always make some Lightweight micarta or even G10 versions later to drop the price down some.
Cool knife, I like Kizer and have a few of them but this isn't a $119 Knife. For $27 you can get a EF BearFly. Granted its D2 not 154cm but it's also almost $100 cheaper.
Kizer put some thought into this one. The coating on my blacked-out Drop Bear didn't pass the nitpick test, but the design and action is superb. Even the name is appropriate for a smaller, chunky design. The movement is excellent. It is smooth right out of the box and doesn't require a break-in period. The blade is unlocked easily with just the thumb and does not need the index finger at the other side to assist. Super fidgety as you are able to close and open on repeat, quickly. Additional springs are included for those concerned about something breaking. It is a little heavy in the pocket, and this opens the possibility of Kizer making lightweight versions in the future.
I'm starting to like Kizer. I love my begleiter XL and I'm ordering the drop 🐻 bear in a few days have to wait till next paycheck Thanks for the review/content MC.
Unfortunately they are sold out most places so I guess I'll wait until the next shipment. I'm looking forward what sort of scale options they come up with, and I hope it gets some aftermarket support.
3 reasons the clutch lock is better: 1. The buttons stick out allowing for more grip 2. Adjustable tension 3. It’s REALLY easy to just use one side of the lock. I know on benchmades’ it’s very difficult especially with their locks being sort of recessed, and you have to really pull on it. The drop bear is incredibly easy with one finger.
I just ordered this yesterday on Amazon(only place this is available atm that I've been able to find) and can't wait for it. I wanted the black blade bc I also don't care for satin finishes, but I dont like how any blade finished blade looks after repetitive use and I intend to use this as my primary work knife( mechanic fyi) so maybe I'll stone wash it 🤷♂️🤔🤔
I don't think they recessed the liners because of the adjustable crossbar lock and having super easy access to it, which I assume you will cover in the full review. I can't think of any other Crossbar lock knives that have done the same and are probably one of the main selling points of the Drop Bear.
Great looking knife. It would be worth the purchase for me alone with the fact that it has 5 different slot holes for the omega springs to fit in. You can make it as strong as you want or as weak as you want, and I really like that aspect; wish Benchmade would consider that design feature on future models. Anyways, great unboxing MC!
I have a question maybe you can answer....i have an older Coldsteel ak-47 with a axes lock...it is one off my first knives... I can not find anywhere when it first came out... I hear that Benchmade had the first axes lock but i think the Coldsteel is older...
I've been looking at other knife channels, just because sometimes there's a knife that you haven't reviewed. I just want to say that it's made me appreciate your videos (content, and personality). Literally every other channel I have watched is "HELLO UA-cam! LOOK, KNIFE! AHHHHHH"! Like, settle down, fellas.
I really hope they either offer more scale options either factory or after market. Love everything else about the knife but never like solid metal scales
I'm currently looking for an axis style lock knife but under 100 bux. Yeah, I know... Cheap. My dream knife is a Benchmade 940 but it's just more than I can afford.
BM might be the original but they certainly don't make the best "axis" lock. I have handled several and my BM is the worst of them so far and that is coming from the s90v full size bugout.
agreed..hogue, kizer and even cheap stuff like ganzo, they all do a better job with their axis lock. fit'n'finish on high-end bm's sadly isn't better, i have seen $800 gold class benchmades with warped blades and crappy grinds, it's just sad.
@@UA-cam-Censorship-Police Agreed with Hogue, I haven't tried Kizer, but the Ganzo axis locks I've tried aren't as good as BMs. I've had to jam open multiple ganzos to adjust or "break in" the spring several times since they were so uncomfortable to use. Needing to do some adjustment is fine with a 20 dollar or whatever knife, but it's not better than the BM axis locks I've handled. The old sanrenmu 7063's axis (idk if they still make them or not) was better than the Ganzo's but the opposite, they were light tension wise. Both are good gateways into knives though.
When are we going to stop pretending that the axis lock is bad 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 most people will disagree with you they are 100% right or left handed and single hand opening the lock is soild af and I've owend and so has my dad several axis locks and variants and never had a spring break.
Only issue with them is weak springs that break on Benchmades. Hogue fixed that issue by buying their springs from a gun manufacturer. Time will tell how well other manufacturer's springs hold up.
@@Sheepleton If you want a slightly thicker gauge wire or just don't want to send it in and would rather fix it yourself if one happens to break (I've only had one snap and it was an old 154cm mini that I fidgeted the heck out of), you can pick up bm compatible springs super cheap on ali. It's like 5 bucks for a couple of pairs or so.
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MC I'm sure you do know this knife has an adjustable tension for the springs "Clutch" you only have to take scales off and slide the spring into your desired tension very very easy. I bought both immediately I love them so perfect for my tasks for work. Knife of the year 💯🔥🥇
That’s sweet. This might be one hell of a knife! Can’t wait to hold one in my hand to find out. Thanks for the videos man!!!
Bought the purple thumb stud version for my fiancee ,and she absolutely LOVES it!
I really like how Kizer did this Clutch lock/Crossbar lock which also has 5 adjustable tension settings, and how easy it is to access to change the tension or even swap the springs. Kizer has been doing so great the last 2 years. The $120 Price might put some people off but I think it's completely reasonable with the aluminum scales. They can always make some Lightweight micarta or even G10 versions later to drop the price down some.
Cool knife, I like Kizer and have a few of them but this isn't a $119 Knife. For $27 you can get a EF BearFly. Granted its D2 not 154cm but it's also almost $100 cheaper.
Also the different spring placements is awesome for the different feels
You can also adjust the spring tension on the lock bar.
BTW, You can move the omega springs into 5 different holes to tune the action however you please.
Kizer put some thought into this one. The coating on my blacked-out Drop Bear didn't pass the nitpick test, but the design and action is superb. Even the name is appropriate for a smaller, chunky design. The movement is excellent. It is smooth right out of the box and doesn't require a break-in period. The blade is unlocked easily with just the thumb and does not need the index finger at the other side to assist. Super fidgety as you are able to close and open on repeat, quickly. Additional springs are included for those concerned about something breaking. It is a little heavy in the pocket, and this opens the possibility of Kizer making lightweight versions in the future.
That black with purple is a beauty can’t wait to get my hands on one!!!
Ditto
Love that thumbstud
Is there a lot of blade play with the blades being so amazing at opening?
I'm starting to like Kizer. I love my begleiter XL and I'm ordering the drop 🐻 bear in a few days have to wait till next paycheck Thanks for the review/content MC.
Great knife. Had mine a couple weeks and it's been getting lots of pocket time.
Love that black variant. That purple pop of color looks great.
I want that black and purple finished one so bad, but currently can't find it. I think either that or the 20CV Bugout will be my next knife purchase
I really want to try this knife at the highest tension spring placement with stronger springs. Just curious how strong it would be
I want to try making some stronger springs with memory wire!
Love the name. A drop bear is a mythical Australian koala.
Shhh... It's not mythical 😋
Unfortunately they are sold out most places so I guess I'll wait until the next shipment. I'm looking forward what sort of scale options they come up with, and I hope it gets some aftermarket support.
3 reasons the clutch lock is better:
1. The buttons stick out allowing for more grip
2. Adjustable tension
3. It’s REALLY easy to just use one side of the lock. I know on benchmades’ it’s very difficult especially with their locks being sort of recessed, and you have to really pull on it. The drop bear is incredibly easy with one finger.
i love those clips easier to get them started on thick work pants
I just ordered this yesterday on Amazon(only place this is available atm that I've been able to find) and can't wait for it. I wanted the black blade bc I also don't care for satin finishes, but I dont like how any blade finished blade looks after repetitive use and I intend to use this as my primary work knife( mechanic fyi) so maybe I'll stone wash it 🤷♂️🤔🤔
I love that blade shape and also am a fan of 154cm.
But it's a Platonic Ideal of "knife", and therefore is a copy! 🤣🤣
I don't think they recessed the liners because of the adjustable crossbar lock and having super easy access to it, which I assume you will cover in the full review. I can't think of any other Crossbar lock knives that have done the same and are probably one of the main selling points of the Drop Bear.
Great looking knife. It would be worth the purchase for me alone with the fact that it has 5 different slot holes for the omega springs to fit in. You can make it as strong as you want or as weak as you want, and I really like that aspect; wish Benchmade would consider that design feature on future models. Anyways, great unboxing MC!
i'm pretty sure benchmade can't pull that off.
i mean they even can't get basic stuff right like blade centering, screw length and grinds.
I think it would be hilarious if Kizer got a patent for the adjustable springs so benchmade could not do it
Hi,, I just got this from Kizer in the mail... it is awesome.
I have a question maybe you can answer....i have an older Coldsteel ak-47 with a axes lock...it is one off my first knives...
I can not find anywhere when it first came out...
I hear that Benchmade had the first axes lock but i think the Coldsteel is older...
I am having trouble finding the one with the purple thumb stud. Any suggestions?
If you think the hogue ritter is better than benchmade freak how come it’s not on your list of recommended knives?
Love that reaction when first using the action, I hade the same, lol.
Drop Bear a awesome little knife with the "axis" crossbar lock. It and the hogue do it better then benchmade.
I've been looking at other knife channels, just because sometimes there's a knife that you haven't reviewed.
I just want to say that it's made me appreciate your videos (content, and personality). Literally every other channel I have watched is "HELLO UA-cam! LOOK, KNIFE! AHHHHHH"! Like, settle down, fellas.
I really hope they either offer more scale options either factory or after market. Love everything else about the knife but never like solid metal scales
Looking forward to that full review. I actually really like this knife.
I'm currently looking for an axis style lock knife but under 100 bux. Yeah, I know... Cheap. My dream knife is a Benchmade 940 but it's just more than I can afford.
Talk about how you can adjust the tension of the access lock.
Love my Drop Bear!! Thanks MC!!
I can’t wait to see some of the custom scales people are going to make for these!
I feel like the headline with this knife is the adjustable spring placement for lock adjustment.
Try the first giant mouse axis lock, on the nazca. It is how an axis lock should be.
I have just purchased my 1st Kizer
I have 2 SOGs that pre date Benchmades Axis locks.
Crazy good knife.
definitely wasn't cheap, not for the material you get. but I really like mine, so smooth . and best axis style lock I've felt.
Take it apart! It’s so much more inside. Just my opinion. That or see Beez video 😜
Really liking Kizer these days.
I would love to see an xl version
I love that blade shape
I'd like to see a bigger one. Something in the Benchmade Bailout size range.
It’s a copy a long sword they just made it smaller and thought we wouldn’t notice
very nice unboxing.
My man has 1000 knives yet uses that strange little tool to open all his packages lol
It must be good, it is sold out everywhere
Love everything about this knife except the butter knife blade shape.
This is my perfect EDC knife. And they are pretty much sold out already.
Maybe someone can make omega springs that don't break. We'll see....
I'm already thinking about tonight's GAW yeet
All the printing on the blade is exactly why I don't have any Microtech knives
HOPE they make a more premium version. Would be very cool
The first knife I’ve ever seen that offers enough jimping on the spine.
An actual affordable EDC. Looking forward to this one.
Kizer ‘SquidOut’
Kinnnnnnnndddaaaa liking this 👌
Love this because crossbar locks are unbiased lefty friendly knives. Thanks Kizer!
You are very welcome!😆
based on aesthetics alone it beats the hell outta the bugout
BM might be the original but they certainly don't make the best "axis" lock. I have handled several and my BM is the worst of them so far and that is coming from the s90v full size bugout.
agreed..hogue, kizer and even cheap stuff like ganzo, they all do a better job with their axis lock. fit'n'finish on high-end bm's sadly isn't better, i have seen $800 gold class benchmades with warped blades and crappy grinds, it's just sad.
@@UA-cam-Censorship-Police Agreed with Hogue, I haven't tried Kizer, but the Ganzo axis locks I've tried aren't as good as BMs. I've had to jam open multiple ganzos to adjust or "break in" the spring several times since they were so uncomfortable to use. Needing to do some adjustment is fine with a 20 dollar or whatever knife, but it's not better than the BM axis locks I've handled. The old sanrenmu 7063's axis (idk if they still make them or not) was better than the Ganzo's but the opposite, they were light tension wise. Both are good gateways into knives though.
But MC it the same as a Bugout 🤓
Too many of kiezers designs seem “inspired” by other makers for my taste. Seems to be a pattern there in general 🤷♂️
its pronounced Aighu-hzo
Copy of this!!
when are we going to stop pretending that axis locks are good
My honest opinion is that they are good. I've never had an issue.
When are we going to stop pretending that the axis lock is bad 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 most people will disagree with you they are 100% right or left handed and single hand opening the lock is soild af and I've owend and so has my dad several axis locks and variants and never had a spring break.
Only issue with them is weak springs that break on Benchmades. Hogue fixed that issue by buying their springs from a gun manufacturer. Time will tell how well other manufacturer's springs hold up.
@@Sheepleton If you want a slightly thicker gauge wire or just don't want to send it in and would rather fix it yourself if one happens to break (I've only had one snap and it was an old 154cm mini that I fidgeted the heck out of), you can pick up bm compatible springs super cheap on ali. It's like 5 bucks for a couple of pairs or so.
I think they have a mushy feel when opening. I still like my Ritter Hogue though.