hey, jay. just wanted to say thank you for helping me get through a hard time in my life. I just want to drop a few points that I like. the vids are straight to the point. you have a good vibe that always cheers me up. and you actually really appreciate your subscribers. a lot of people don't care about the fans that support them
I just found your channel and am already a big fan. A little over a year ago, I got turned on to some of the knives from China and bought quite a few of them. Some were good and some were okay. We had a house fire at the end of last year and many of the knives that I really liked were destroyed in the fire. Now, it's time to take a fresh look. This video is going to be my guide to replace some of what I lost. Thank you for your choices, specs and insight!
First, omg, so sorry to hear about your home. I hope everyone is ok. I know what you mean about the Chinese knives, some are great and others not so much. I'm really glad this video has helped. Welcome to the channel, glad to have ya.
New sub here I have been a knife guy since the age of 13 and I'm 59 now. I'm really amazed at the quality of knives that are available at such low prices. How ironic yesterday I ordered a couple Feldspar knives before watching your video and I'm really feeling confident I will like them after watching your rundown.
I'll mention a few goodies like the raven, squid, tenacious, and of course, you know I gotta name drop it like it's hot, the BRIGAND! Thanks for sharing the great list Jay!
I'm soon ordering the Ganzo FH41 because of what you and other youtubers say about it. I lost my old CRKT Drifter in a lake and I don't have a lot of money. I DROP this video a thumbs up too, maybe I'll get some more of the knives on the list when I get some cash.
I hear ya, this hobby starts to get expensive in a hurry. You really can't go wrong with any of the Ganzo Firebird FH knives, especially if you don't have a lot to spend. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for DROP - ing some knowledge on these budget knives! I just hit subscribe and looking forward to going back through previous videos over the weekend!
Good list. The blur by kershaw always leans just above 60 where I live. Drop. Props for adding a Ganzo in there. Will definitely have to try that Tangram. Looks pretty cool. Hope all is well with you and yours. Stay safe.
Great point. I've noticed that too with the Blur, the price seems to always fluctuate, especially the S30V version. The Tangram Santa Fe is a nice little inexpensive slicer. Thank you Byron.
Hello Jay. You certainly know how to pick a good list. All fantastic knives. All my knives fit in this category exept a couple that were gifts from family. Ganzos as you know are my high end and i mean that in quality regardless of the price. Of the five or six i have there is not one that has given me problems or that i would not buy again. I would add to this list though in a totally different style, the SAK Huntsman. At 35/38euros it has quality and utility and is legal carry in nearly all places. I know most people would class this as a multitool but it's principal tool is after all the blade as opposed to leatherman where it is the pliers. All the best my friend.
@@TheKnifeBeater Hello again. I have three saks that i use as discrete edc. (they don't frighten non knife people, lol). In town , a climber, for urban edc i find this perfect. At home and suburban carry is the Huntsman. same as the climber + a saw. And finally for hikes, camping and general outdoor carry i use an Atlas. This has sentimental value as well as my wife gave it to me as a first wedding anniversary gift 30years ago.
One knife per brand, that's a very good idea... Twosun should be a part of it imo. Your channel definitely deserve more subscribers as you always deliver great reviews with a nice drop of good mood. Keep the good work going on!
You just made my day, thank you for that! I'm really trying here. Maybe someday I'll get there, so until then, I will just keep clawing my way forward. Thanks again.
Drop it on me Jay! Great Video! I would have to say my medium Honey Badger in D2 is my favorite budget, although the Kershaw Link is a great one as well!
Hey, Jay. I'll drop a few details of my own experience with the FT903. I bought the knife based on the video you posted about discovering it. Loved it ever since, and ended up buying a second one in gray. I've disassembled both knives without much trouble at all. I don't know if I just got lucky, but any Loctite that was present wasn't a problem for a fairly new knife enthusiast.
So glad to hear you like it. That's great about the disassembly, maybe they stopped using it or something, but still good to hear. Thank you for the heads up Todd.
I wanted to drop by and say thank you Jay. You put a lot of effort into your videos and make them entertaining to watch. I was a little surprised the SPYDERCO Tenacious didn’t make the list.
I appreciate that! Thank you for taking the time to let me know. You're right about the Tenacious, I kinda thought it might be missed. I had one, but gave it away. I have a new one on it's way to me though. Thank you czredhead.
Great vid jay I have the leek but need order replacement torsion bar but still enjoy it as slip joint and shredder but broke detent ball on shredder thou 😭
Totally agree about the large Feldspar. I have two; the g10 one came near-perfect, but the bhq exclusive had massive dangerous lockstick due to a burr on the lockbar. After disassembly and some filework, it's perfect too. I would add the CRKT/Ruger LCK, the Tenacious, and the Morakniv Eldris to the list.
Got a few of my favorites to drop in Jay.........Starting with the Ganzo FB760, the Kershaw Dividend, Kershaw Blur, Bestech Swordfish, Kizer Begleiter Mini....and the Tuyaknives Bruiser in both the G10 and micarta scales. Lastly, the deployment and Drop action on my Steel Will Shaula, its overall handle shape and blade shape and black stonewash finish make it hard to put down.....just a fantastic flipper IMO....Stay Well!
Those are some good ones. I've been trying for a while to get my hands on a Bruiser, but for some reason they are tough to find. The Shaula is another I'll get soon. Thanks Andrew.
Hey Jay. Another great video. Happy to drop you a note and tell you I enjoyed your Top 15. Your number one choice of the CJRB Feldspar almost made me drop my glass of ice tea. No kidding. I didn't see that one coming.
I enjoyed another great video, I can see why you like so many of those knives and brands. I must say I have to drop some coin on at least three from your list. Have to say I had my eye on these for a month at least!
Thanks for the review, Jay. Just starting out, so i only have two: Buck 112 with finger grooves, and a Kershaw Emerson. Love both, and will be acquiring more, though they tend to be expensive here in Singapore, so I buy secondhand. We don't have the choices you have there in the States, so I'm planning to get some when we visit again.
I need to get the Free Tiger and Feldspar. I have the Ganzo Firebird FH41, and absolutely love it. Many family members go one for Christmas. Not a fan of the looks of the shredder but love my praxis, in fact I love all of my many CIVIVI knives. Great video.
Yeah, you're gonna love those 2 knives. Believe me, i really wanted the Praxis on this list, but I went with the Shredder because of it's multi-deploy options and blade steel. I'm still a huge Praxis fanboy. Thank you Eric.
Great video, Jay! In no particular order, my top favorite 15 budgets are: Cold Steel Voyager CJRB Feldspar Bestech Kendo TwoSun TS27 Kershaw Select Fire Ganzo G7531 Tangram Santa Fe Real Steel G5 Gerfalcon CH 3504 Ontario Rat 1 in D2 Kizer Beglieter Steel Will Intrigue Civivi Wyvern Ruike P108 Free Tiger 903 Never had a Drop, would definitely love one!
Wow Ed, now that's a list! I had a tough time choosing between the CH3504 or CH3001. I found a Micarta version of the Feldspar on Blade HQ, but I think I bought the last one. Thank you for watching my friend.
I swear dude, you're my spirit animal. I have a lot of the knives on this list and I have the exact same thoughts that you expressed. Most budget knives have crappy clips. The feldpsar is my favorite carry right now but I still love my Mini Cutjack and the P801 is great but not now that it's been shorts weather. I've been trying to decide which Civivi knife to get next, you just made the case for the shredder. Great video.
great selection Jay :). the stedemon and the tangram are great. I have them both and I love them. that best tech looks amazing also. But my favorite is the honeybadger.
This was a great video. I’m glad that you decided to drop it. Such an awesome list, and I’m happy that I already own a bunch of these knives, but now (thanks to you) I have some more to consider.
Nice rundown. My top fifteen under $60 is very close to yours. I agree the fh41 is the best overall Ganzo. I picked up an extra fh41 in a nice new grey color from the power cutlery. I think the only substitute I would make is a swordfish instead of the texel, but its a close one. "Drop".
I did consider the Swordfish for a minute because I know a lot of people love it. I figured our lists might be similar since you and I like many of the same knives. Thank you Andrew.
I like that we have the same 'budget' mindset and I have a few of those brands but not the exact models . Looks like I'll have to drop some cash for some new knives! Thanks !
That's awesome you like the budget stuff too. I do have some expensive knives, but showing those excludes a lot of people that can't afford them. Thank you Aaron.
I love it every time you drop a new video Jay! Great list as always! I just got a large Feldspar and I love it. The only complaint i have is the detent is a little stiff. But it might break in over time. Thanks!
Thank you Scott. Maybe if you disassemble your Feldspar and slightly bend the lock bar in the opposite direction. It might take some pressure off of the detent.
Nice list. I love the Santa Fe. The Harnds Talisman is another budget knife with incredible action. I wish they'd gone with 14C28N but their AUS8 is decent. I also like the Petrified Fish 818. It's like the +1 version to Ganzo's FH series. I finally got my large Feldspar from Drop. It's nice but I've got three complaints. The liners aren't skeletonized but that's minor. The inner scale edges were a little rough on mine but I fixed that with an emery board. The real issue is that mine has lock stick. It was difficult to disengage from the box. Cleaning and lubing helped a little. I'm going to EDC it for a while and see if it breaks in.
Nice choice with the Talisman. I will eventually get my hands on a Petrified Fish. Sorry to hear about that lock stick trouble. Did you try drawing on the top of the lock bar with a pencil yet? Sometimes it helps. Thank you Chronovore.
@@TheKnifeBeater Thanks. I hadn't though of that. Opening and closing it a bunch has worn in the parts a little and the lock stick is a little better now. Curiously, my Feldspar was dry as a bone out of the box. I actually couldn't deploy it normally with the thumb studs! Since taking it apart for a thorough clean and lube, tuning the action, and working it a bunch; it's gotten a lot better. If it still sticks after a bunch more actuations, I'll hit it with some pencil.
Nice usage of "the word" Tom. I think you would really like that Feldspar, but then again, I said the same thing about the mini Ritter Hogue. I kinda felt bad for recommending it.
So many knives... time to drop some coin! I think I got my Kershaw Blur in D2 for $59 and really enjoy that. Can't go wrong with the Rat-1. But I think I may have to try out that mini Cutjack. I like the design. Thanks as always, Jay!
Love this list, a lot of good budget knives on here. You didn't drop the ball on this video. I've been considering the Feldspar for several days now, think it's time for me to drop the hammer on that purchase.
Oh, my favs are.... 1) FH41(I have all the models).....2)Civivi Elementum(favorite is the bronze handled one)......3) Tangrim Vector(got both)..... 4)Ch 3504 Ti Skull knives(have all of them) .......5)CJRB Feldspar .....6) Sanranmu 913 & 912....7) Ganzo FH760.......8) Civivi Praxas.... 9) Kiser Dukes ..... 10) Ch 3501 (Aus 10) ..... 11) Boker Kalashninikov (S30VN) ...... 12) Civivi Fiend ....... 13) Kershaw Thistle ..... 14) Real Steel Griffin ..... 15) Free Tiger FT 903 (only because ive been waiting over 2 months for a replacement knife that got lost in the mail)
Very nice list Lemon, you put couple on there that I totally forgot about. Sorry to hear about your FT903 troubles, I hope that gets sorted out soon. Thank you my friend.
I love the feldspar. Hands down the best edc knife I have owned. Other than the cold steel super edge. By far the most used knife I have ever used. I use this knife every day and I am hard on everything I own. I am an industrial electrician and I swear I use this little thing every day please review this little Gem.
i have the cjrb large feldspar in micarta...you need to get this one it is a blade hq exclusive but it is still in your budget requirements feels like a high end knife and been in my pocket a lot!
My favorite budget knives are: Bestech - Texel Two Sun Knives - TS80 Real Steel - Griffin Ontario Rat Model 1(AUS8) CRJB - Centros Kershaw - Blur (I got mine for about $60 but can’t remember exact price) Cold Steel - Pro Lite QSP - Penguin CRKT - Caligo This was a cool. List. Thank you for doing it. Also drop.
I can tell we both like a good drop point design. You brought some knives to my attention that I was not aware of, thamks. Gotta agree on your top 2. Looks like your channel will be the 3rd one I can feel safe giving a thumbs up before watching . Respect on choosing $60 as the top end .
Good solid list Jay. I only have 1 that's on your list; the Ruike P801 plus one honorable mention, the Rat 2 in AUS 8. I do have several Ganzos but alas, no FH 41 although I do want one. Since you do top 10/15/20 lists so well, how about doing a top 10 button locks. I don t currently own a button lock but I've sorta been eyeing a Drop Perpetual but I need for them to drop the price a bit before I buy one. I'll just have to wait n' see I guess. Maybe a Tangram Vector would tide me over while I wait...or possibly the new Solaris that Blade Banter is going to soon be producing.
Doh!!! I'm such a frickin' idiot! It just now occurred to me that the Drop Perpetua isn't a button lock, it's a slide (axis?) lock! Sorry for any confusion I might have caused with my previous comment where I referred to the Perpetua as a button lock. Oh well, if that's the worst mistake I make today, it'll be a pretty good day. My comment on you doing a video on button locks still holds Jay. I really am interested in a button lock and I'd like to see your recommendations. Once again, sorry for getting my wires crossed and commenting without paying attention to what I was saying.
Lol. No biggie my friend. I like that idea for a top 10 list. The Real Steel Griffin is a button lock too for around $55. Sometimes they can be tough to find though. Thank you William.
Nice of you to drop some names in the budget range of the knife world! That civivi is on my list now, as I am in need of a budget hollow grind slicer. Do you think you might do your own knive one day? It will have at least the perfect pocket clip...
Lol! Yeah, the clip would probably better than the knife itself😆. Actually, I do have a design I'm working on. I can't wait to show you. Thank you Roel.
Love the Griffin! When I got my hands on one (a few months ago-it it was released well over a year ago, I think), I was super surprised that it hasn’t had more recognition.
hey, jay. just wanted to say thank you for helping me get through a hard time in my life. I just want to drop a few points that I like. the vids are straight to the point. you have a good vibe that always cheers me up. and you actually really appreciate your subscribers. a lot of people don't care about the fans that support them
HEY KNIVE COMMUNITY!!! PLEASE CAN WE ALL SAY THANK YOU TO JAY!!!
You're too kind, thank you.
I thank him every day I watch a video. Honest, hard-hitting reviews
QSP Penguin in D2 with blue jean micarta. Incredible value, excellent knife. Love it. Love it.
By far the best knife I own 50
I’ve got to check into QSP. Where do you normally pick them up?
I love when you drop a new video! My favorite budget knife right now is probably my QSP Penguin.
I just found your channel and am already a big fan. A little over a year ago, I got turned on to some of the knives from China and bought quite a few of them. Some were good and some were okay. We had a house fire at the end of last year and many of the knives that I really liked were destroyed in the fire. Now, it's time to take a fresh look. This video is going to be my guide to replace some of what I lost. Thank you for your choices, specs and insight!
First, omg, so sorry to hear about your home. I hope everyone is ok. I know what you mean about the Chinese knives, some are great and others not so much. I'm really glad this video has helped. Welcome to the channel, glad to have ya.
New sub here I have been a knife guy since the age of 13 and I'm 59 now. I'm really amazed at the quality of knives that are available at such low prices. How ironic yesterday I ordered a couple Feldspar knives before watching your video and I'm really feeling confident I will like them after watching your rundown.
I'll mention a few goodies like the raven, squid, tenacious, and of course, you know I gotta name drop it like it's hot, the BRIGAND!
Thanks for sharing the great list Jay!
All great choices. I actually did consider the Brigand, it was a semifinalist. Thank you Gman.
Thanks Jay! I really like the Cjrb Feldspar as I bought one because of your video. Thanks for the Drop of this video.
Glad to hear that Anthony. Thank you.
Thx! Always love me a good pocket clip on an EDC, but if it's less than 'perfect', never had any problem simply *_bending_* the clip to fit.
Drop in and liked this video!!👍actually got the fieldspar and I agree. Great budget knife. Looking at the griffin for the next one. Thanks
I'm glad you decided to "drop" by too. Thank you Jerry.
Looked like some nice choices for the money! Gotta love those drop points though. Thanks for the list video.
You bet Colt. Thank you.
Great presentation, Jay. lots and lots of great eye candy. Thanks.
Thank you kindly Sergio.
I'm soon ordering the Ganzo FH41 because of what you and other youtubers say about it. I lost my old CRKT Drifter in a lake and I don't have a lot of money. I DROP this video a thumbs up too, maybe I'll get some more of the knives on the list when I get some cash.
I hear ya, this hobby starts to get expensive in a hurry. You really can't go wrong with any of the Ganzo Firebird FH knives, especially if you don't have a lot to spend. Thanks for watching.
Great videos! I love your simple taste and reviews. Been looking at that Perpetua from DROP. Mmmm. Thanks
Awesome! Thank you so much CSBainter.
Great video, great bunch of knives, you never drop the ball. Thanks.
Lol. Thanks Clem👍
Great lineup of some sweet blades. Love my Ganzo fh41! Some solid knives, can't wait for you to drop another top list!
Thank you so much Badmunky.
Thanks for DROP - ing some knowledge on these budget knives! I just hit subscribe and looking forward to going back through previous videos over the weekend!
Thanks for the sub Aaron! Welcome to the channel, glad to have ya. You're very brave going back through my old stuff.
Just got my Civivi Pintail, wood & Damascus. Love it.
Thank you for the solid reviews, keep up the work.
I do love a knife that will drop shut and will be looking at some of these for my collection, thanks J!
No prob Mr H. Thank you.
Just gonna drop in and say hi. My Civivi Baklash came in today, loving it so far.
Nice wordplay. That's awesome you got a Baklash, such a good knife. Thank you Xaios.
Very fine list Jay! Thanks for the Video.
I expected you to put the Feldspar at no.1
Good call Luca! Thank you my friend.
Good list. The blur by kershaw always leans just above 60 where I live. Drop. Props for adding a Ganzo in there. Will definitely have to try that Tangram. Looks pretty cool. Hope all is well with you and yours. Stay safe.
Great point. I've noticed that too with the Blur, the price seems to always fluctuate, especially the S30V version. The Tangram Santa Fe is a nice little inexpensive slicer. Thank you Byron.
My favorite knife is the A.G.Russell K-93. I love it!!! God Bless!!!
I'm a big Ganzo fan. Excellent list. New subscriber here great vids
Hello Jay. You certainly know how to pick a good list. All fantastic knives. All my knives fit in this category exept a couple that were gifts from family. Ganzos as you know are my high end and i mean that in quality regardless of the price. Of the five or six i have there is not one that has given me problems or that i would not buy again. I would add to this list though in a totally different style, the SAK Huntsman. At 35/38euros it has quality and utility and is legal carry in nearly all places. I know most people would class this as a multitool but it's principal tool is after all the blade as opposed to leatherman where it is the pliers. All the best my friend.
Interesting choice with the Huntsman and you made some very good points. I really like the one with the Walnut scales (covers). Thank you Don.
@@TheKnifeBeater Hello again. I have three saks that i use as discrete edc. (they don't frighten non knife people, lol). In town , a climber, for urban edc i find this perfect. At home and suburban carry is the Huntsman. same as the climber + a saw. And finally for hikes, camping and general outdoor carry i use an Atlas. This has sentimental value as well as my wife gave it to me as a first wedding anniversary gift 30years ago.
One knife per brand, that's a very good idea... Twosun should be a part of it imo. Your channel definitely deserve more subscribers as you always deliver great reviews with a nice drop of good mood. Keep the good work going on!
You just made my day, thank you for that! I'm really trying here. Maybe someday I'll get there, so until then, I will just keep clawing my way forward. Thanks again.
Great list. RAT1 in D2, CH30001,FT903 it just drops closed, Marbles D2 large trapper, Rough Ryder VG10 Trapper, and DAK Pioneer X
Excellent choices. Thank you Rusty👍
Great video! Really want to get a Feldspar, and now there is version in micarta that looks extra nice!
Thank you Christian. I just ordered that Micarta version from Blade Hq.
Love a drop shut knife..great choices for sure..thanks for sharing Jay...Gotta get me a Griffin for sure..
Thank you. Yeah, it's a really cool knife, definitely unique.
Drop it on me Jay! Great Video! I would have to say my medium Honey Badger in D2 is my favorite budget, although the Kershaw Link is a great one as well!
Good choices! You're right, the Link is a great knife and it came close to being on the list. Thanks Dude.
Function, form, aesthetics, and economics. This has to be one of the coolest hobbies, yet it's a tool that we don't leave the house without.
Glad I decided to drop by! Great video as always! Don’t have a big collection but really interested in checking out some of your choices
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Lol. Thank you Robert, I'm glad you did too👍.
Hey, Jay. I'll drop a few details of my own experience with the FT903. I bought the knife based on the video you posted about discovering it. Loved it ever since, and ended up buying a second one in gray. I've disassembled both knives without much trouble at all. I don't know if I just got lucky, but any Loctite that was present wasn't a problem for a fairly new knife enthusiast.
So glad to hear you like it. That's great about the disassembly, maybe they stopped using it or something, but still good to hear. Thank you for the heads up Todd.
I wanted to drop by and say thank you Jay. You put a lot of effort into your videos and make them entertaining to watch. I was a little surprised the SPYDERCO Tenacious didn’t make the list.
I appreciate that! Thank you for taking the time to let me know. You're right about the Tenacious, I kinda thought it might be missed. I had one, but gave it away. I have a new one on it's way to me though. Thank you czredhead.
Great vid jay I have the leek but need order replacement torsion bar but still enjoy it as slip joint and shredder but broke detent ball on shredder thou 😭
Great video!
And yes zancudo have an amazing drop point blade!
Yes it does! Thank you Osk.
Totally agree about the large Feldspar. I have two; the g10 one came near-perfect, but the bhq exclusive had massive dangerous lockstick due to a burr on the lockbar. After disassembly and some filework, it's perfect too. I would add the CRKT/Ruger LCK, the Tenacious, and the Morakniv Eldris to the list.
Great video as usual Jay! Keeping cranking and dropping (drop) them out Sir. Really enjoy the channel!!!
Much appreciated Kevin!
Great top 15 Jay. Always love to DROP in your channel
I appreciate you for that Lawrence.
Got a few of my favorites to drop in Jay.........Starting with the Ganzo FB760, the Kershaw Dividend, Kershaw Blur, Bestech Swordfish, Kizer Begleiter Mini....and the Tuyaknives Bruiser in both the G10 and micarta scales. Lastly, the deployment and Drop action on my Steel Will Shaula, its overall handle shape and blade shape and black stonewash finish make it hard to put down.....just a fantastic flipper IMO....Stay Well!
Those are some good ones. I've been trying for a while to get my hands on a Bruiser, but for some reason they are tough to find. The Shaula is another I'll get soon. Thanks Andrew.
Thank you knife beater. Great list I can't wait to get the free tiger and the honey badger.
You bet Jose. You're gonna love those 2 knives. Thank you for watching.
Another great video! I saw a couple I've never seen before. I know I can always rely on Jay to drop some knife knowledge!
Thank you Busbus, I try.
What a drop, Jay! That's awesome. For me, I have a Two Sun and a Ganzo Firebird, but I don't remember the model numbers. Keep up the good work, bro.
TwoSun Little Fish S90V (fixed blade) small but razorsharp.Can also be used as a neck knife
Thank you Brian, I will.👍
Great to see the Feldspar. One of the best knives for the price, and the action is just so good! Super fidget friendly and comfortable.
Fantastic list of knives Jay! So many great ones for sure!
Thank you as always Jody.
Hey Jay. Another great video. Happy to drop you a note and tell you I enjoyed your Top 15. Your number one choice of the CJRB Feldspar almost made me drop my glass of ice tea. No kidding. I didn't see that one coming.
Lol. Thank you Randy. I know what you mean though, I didn't expect to like the Feldspar as much as I do now.
I enjoyed another great video, I can see why you like so many of those knives and brands. I must say I have to drop some coin on at least three from your list. Have to say I had my eye on these for a month at least!
That's the beauty of these budget knives, they are cheap enough to buy a couple at a time. Thanks so much Timothy.
Great video Jay! The Drop looks nice
Thanks so much Rick👍
Thanks for the review, Jay.
Just starting out, so i only have two: Buck 112 with finger grooves, and a Kershaw Emerson. Love both, and will be acquiring more, though they tend to be expensive here in Singapore, so I buy secondhand. We don't have the choices you have there in the States, so I'm planning to get some when we visit again.
Thanks for Drop 'in knowledge on these Budget Knives. You've sold me on the Griffin...love that button lock.
You bet zaskarclf. Yeah, that Griffin is a good time. Once you pick it up, it's tough to put down. Thank you for watching.
I need to get the Free Tiger and Feldspar. I have the Ganzo Firebird FH41, and absolutely love it. Many family members go one for Christmas. Not a fan of the looks of the shredder but love my praxis, in fact I love all of my many CIVIVI knives. Great video.
I also love my Honey Badger.
Yeah, you're gonna love those 2 knives. Believe me, i really wanted the Praxis on this list, but I went with the Shredder because of it's multi-deploy options and blade steel. I'm still a huge Praxis fanboy. Thank you Eric.
Great video, Jay! In no particular order, my top favorite 15 budgets are:
Cold Steel Voyager
CJRB Feldspar
Bestech Kendo
TwoSun TS27
Kershaw Select Fire
Ganzo G7531
Tangram Santa Fe
Real Steel G5 Gerfalcon
CH 3504
Ontario Rat 1 in D2
Kizer Beglieter
Steel Will Intrigue
Civivi Wyvern
Ruike P108
Free Tiger 903
Never had a Drop, would definitely love one!
Wow Ed, now that's a list! I had a tough time choosing between the CH3504 or CH3001. I found a Micarta version of the Feldspar on Blade HQ, but I think I bought the last one. Thank you for watching my friend.
I swear dude, you're my spirit animal. I have a lot of the knives on this list and I have the exact same thoughts that you expressed. Most budget knives have crappy clips. The feldpsar is my favorite carry right now but I still love my Mini Cutjack and the P801 is great but not now that it's been shorts weather. I've been trying to decide which Civivi knife to get next, you just made the case for the shredder. Great video.
Lol! I can confidently say I've never been someone's "spirit animal", but I love that Kile. Thank you!👍
drop drop I just subscribed love the video Jay. Im a knew collector. look forward to watching more of your videos. Thanks
Thanks for the sub! Welcome to the channel Amy, glad to have ya.
Great review Jay..Happy to say I have at least two of those knives
Thank you Jim👍
Great video. Thank you Jay!!
Great video Jay! Man, did my jaw drop when I saw all those affordable knives! Some I have and others I am now ordering. Take care.
Thanks Sam, I really hope you like them.👍
I always appreciate it when you drop a new list Jay. Great work as always!
Thank you Shane.
great selection Jay :). the stedemon and the tangram are great. I have them both and I love them. that best tech looks amazing also. But my favorite is the honeybadger.
Totally agree Gonzalo, that HB is tough to beat. Thank you👍
This was a great video. I’m glad that you decided to drop it.
Such an awesome list, and I’m happy that I already own a bunch of these knives, but now (thanks to you) I have some more to consider.
Glad it helped. Thank you Attic.
Nice rundown. My top fifteen under $60 is very close to yours. I agree the fh41 is the best overall Ganzo. I picked up an extra fh41 in a nice new grey color from the power cutlery. I think the only substitute I would make is a swordfish instead of the texel, but its a close one. "Drop".
I did consider the Swordfish for a minute because I know a lot of people love it. I figured our lists might be similar since you and I like many of the same knives. Thank you Andrew.
I agree with you jay, Drop points are great!
Thank you David.
That Drop Laconico Keen is drop dead gorgeous! Another great video. Just saved a lot more to my "wish list".
Yeah, the Keen really is a beautiful knife. I'm right there with ya, my wish list is getting ridiculously long, Lol. Thank you Cheryl.
love the videos especially love all the Drop shut knives
Thank you Mark.
I like that we have the same 'budget' mindset and I have a few of those brands but not the exact models . Looks like I'll have to drop some cash for some new knives! Thanks !
That's awesome you like the budget stuff too. I do have some expensive knives, but showing those excludes a lot of people that can't afford them. Thank you Aaron.
I love it every time you drop a new video Jay! Great list as always! I just got a large Feldspar and I love it. The only complaint i have is the detent is a little stiff. But it might break in over time. Thanks!
Thank you Scott. Maybe if you disassemble your Feldspar and slightly bend the lock bar in the opposite direction. It might take some pressure off of the detent.
@@TheKnifeBeater Thanks for the tip Jay! I hadn't thought to try that but I definitely will have to give it a try!
Drop -- Thanks for the video --- i learned some new knife brands to look at
Nice selection glad I could drop in and see it
You and me both Kevin. Thank you.
Nice list. I love the Santa Fe. The Harnds Talisman is another budget knife with incredible action. I wish they'd gone with 14C28N but their AUS8 is decent. I also like the Petrified Fish 818. It's like the +1 version to Ganzo's FH series.
I finally got my large Feldspar from Drop. It's nice but I've got three complaints. The liners aren't skeletonized but that's minor. The inner scale edges were a little rough on mine but I fixed that with an emery board. The real issue is that mine has lock stick. It was difficult to disengage from the box. Cleaning and lubing helped a little. I'm going to EDC it for a while and see if it breaks in.
Nice choice with the Talisman. I will eventually get my hands on a Petrified Fish. Sorry to hear about that lock stick trouble. Did you try drawing on the top of the lock bar with a pencil yet? Sometimes it helps. Thank you Chronovore.
@@TheKnifeBeater Thanks. I hadn't though of that. Opening and closing it a bunch has worn in the parts a little and the lock stick is a little better now. Curiously, my Feldspar was dry as a bone out of the box. I actually couldn't deploy it normally with the thumb studs! Since taking it apart for a thorough clean and lube, tuning the action, and working it a bunch; it's gotten a lot better. If it still sticks after a bunch more actuations, I'll hit it with some pencil.
Hey Jay, thought I'd drop by and say great list, that CRJB looks really good, haven't tried one yet
Nice usage of "the word" Tom. I think you would really like that Feldspar, but then again, I said the same thing about the mini Ritter Hogue. I kinda felt bad for recommending it.
@@TheKnifeBeater no don't feel bad Jay, the hogue has a couple of issue, but they can be fixed👍
DROP 🤙🏼🙏🏼 great list brother I have the tangram Sante fe awesome little knife I was very pleasantly surprised lol
I know what you mean. I was expecting much from the Santa Fe, but man can this thing slice. Thank you for watching.
Great list. A lot of knives I haven’t owned. I hate when a new knife comes out and I miss the “drop” though.
Hey nice wordplay! Thank you.
Drop has produced some killer knives!! Great video as always
Thank you Pat👍
I've got a mini cutjack and I love it. There's something about a simple drop point blade that just looks so good.
Yeah, it's a good one to have. Thank you Aaron.
So many knives... time to drop some coin! I think I got my Kershaw Blur in D2 for $59 and really enjoy that. Can't go wrong with the Rat-1. But I think I may have to try out that mini Cutjack. I like the design. Thanks as always, Jay!
You won't be unsatisfied. The cutjack is such a great blade.🍻
Lol. You're gonna love that mini Cutjack. Thank you Howard.
I got my Kershaw Blur about 3 years ago for $55 on a cyber Monday sale, oh and did I mention that it’s a S30V Blur?
Love this list, a lot of good budget knives on here. You didn't drop the ball on this video. I've been considering the Feldspar for several days now, think it's time for me to drop the hammer on that purchase.
Nice wordplay Scott! Thank you.
Love blades that DROP shut smooth...luv my Griffon, good knife to give the thumb a break at times....good video Jay!
Oh, my favs are.... 1) FH41(I have all the models).....2)Civivi Elementum(favorite is the bronze handled one)......3) Tangrim Vector(got both)..... 4)Ch 3504 Ti Skull knives(have all of them) .......5)CJRB Feldspar .....6) Sanranmu 913 & 912....7) Ganzo FH760.......8) Civivi Praxas.... 9) Kiser Dukes ..... 10) Ch 3501 (Aus 10) ..... 11) Boker Kalashninikov (S30VN) ...... 12) Civivi Fiend ....... 13) Kershaw Thistle ..... 14) Real Steel Griffin ..... 15) Free Tiger FT 903 (only because ive been waiting over 2 months for a replacement knife that got lost in the mail)
Very nice list Lemon, you put couple on there that I totally forgot about. Sorry to hear about your FT903 troubles, I hope that gets sorted out soon. Thank you my friend.
Very interesting top 15 great job Jay
Thanks so much Larry!
I always drop by to see what I like if I ever come into the money
I love the feldspar. Hands down the best edc knife I have owned. Other than the cold steel super edge. By far the most used knife I have ever used. I use this knife every day and I am hard on everything I own. I am an industrial electrician and I swear I use this little thing every day please review this little Gem.
i have the cjrb large feldspar in micarta...you need to get this one it is a blade hq exclusive but it is still in your budget requirements feels like a high end knife and been in my pocket a lot!
Yep, I bought the last one. It's on it's way to me. Thank you Donald.
You really didn’t talk about the steel as much as I would’ve liked but all in all it was a great review I will definitely check these guys out
You're right Matthew, I should've spent more time on the blade steel. Thank you for the feedback.
Good list got to DROP what I'm doing and order the freetiger. Thank Jay
Great wordplay Harry. Thank you
My favorite budget knives are:
Bestech - Texel
Two Sun Knives - TS80
Real Steel - Griffin
Ontario Rat Model 1(AUS8)
CRJB - Centros
Kershaw - Blur (I got mine for about $60 but can’t remember exact price)
Cold Steel - Pro Lite
QSP - Penguin
CRKT - Caligo
This was a cool. List. Thank you for doing it. Also drop.
Very nice list. I recently got the Penguin and I did not expect to like it as much as I do. Thank you Nick.
I can tell we both like a good drop point design. You brought some knives to my attention that I was not aware of, thamks. Gotta agree on your top 2. Looks like your channel will be the 3rd one I can feel safe giving a thumbs up before watching . Respect on choosing $60 as the top end .
Wow Tom, thank you. That means a lot to me.
Good solid list Jay. I only have 1 that's on your list; the Ruike P801 plus one honorable mention, the Rat 2 in AUS 8. I do have several Ganzos but alas, no FH 41 although I do want one.
Since you do top 10/15/20 lists so well, how about doing a top 10 button locks. I don t currently own a button lock but I've sorta been eyeing a Drop Perpetual but I need for them to drop the price a bit before I buy one.
I'll just have to wait n' see I guess.
Maybe a Tangram Vector would tide me over while I wait...or possibly the new Solaris that Blade Banter is going to soon be producing.
Doh!!! I'm such a frickin' idiot! It just now occurred to me that the Drop Perpetua isn't a button lock, it's a slide (axis?) lock! Sorry for any confusion I might have caused with my previous comment where I referred to the Perpetua as a button lock. Oh well, if that's the worst mistake I make today, it'll be a pretty good day.
My comment on you doing a video on button locks still holds Jay. I really am interested in a button lock and I'd like to see your recommendations.
Once again, sorry for getting my wires crossed and commenting without paying attention to what I was saying.
Lol. No biggie my friend. I like that idea for a top 10 list. The Real Steel Griffin is a button lock too for around $55. Sometimes they can be tough to find though. Thank you William.
Drop-ing by. Great video as always.
Thank you so much Vincent.
Drop! I was glad to see the only 1 knife per brand,more options for us. Thank you
I'm glad you said that Nathan because I was worried how it would play out. Thank you.
Nice of you to drop some names in the budget range of the knife world!
That civivi is on my list now, as I am in need of a budget hollow grind slicer.
Do you think you might do your own knive one day? It will have at least the perfect pocket clip...
Lol! Yeah, the clip would probably better than the knife itself😆. Actually, I do have a design I'm working on. I can't wait to show you. Thank you Roel.
I'm so glad I dropped in to watch this video. Great list!!
Thank you Gleb👍
Hey J the Griffin has Roller /Needle Bearings! I love my Griffin! Its thick behind the edge, and slick but I love and appreciate it!
Love the Griffin! When I got my hands on one (a few months ago-it it was released well over a year ago, I think), I was super surprised that it hasn’t had more recognition.
@@attic42 I am happy that you like your Griffin!
Griffin is pretty sweet 🍻
Yes it does, thank you. Such a great knife with a unique design.
Hello. Lionknives. Finally someone else who likes the Griffin as much as you. Take care my friend.
It’s great to see you drop so many amazing budget knives :) I love my civivi elementum for budget it’s just a laser
That's a good one to have Casey. Not easy to find in stock nowadays. Thank you.
I'm still building my collection but so far my favorites under $60 are the Rat2, fh41, qsp parrot, CJRB Centros, and a little Walmart Kershaw Hotwire
That's okay, you'll get there. You're off to a great start, you got some good ones.
I can't wait till you Drop your next video. What will be your midrange knives selection.
Yeah, I will have to make some tough choices for that list. Thank you Bill.
I carry a Tangram Vector every day. Solid little button lock, love to flick open and drop shut.
I do like the design, but mine didn't have the best action. Could've just been the one I had. Thank you Elliot.
Drop? Love your videos man. Feldspar was off my radar, gotta get one for sure.
Thank you Jiva. Yeah, I really like that Feldspar and it even comes in two sizes.
Hey J, you did it again with another drop of a awesome video
I appreciate that Dustin, thank you.
Great list. I like the CJRB Centros and the Artisan Cutlery Shark with Bronze scales. Thanks for the GAW. DROP.
Thank you Jason. That Shark does look awesome with the bronze, very nice.
Sitivien ST102 is absolutely unbelievably awesome!