Unboxing ANOTHER Hoback Sumo Folding Knife! - STILL REALLY COOL!

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  • @metal_complex
    @metal_complex  3 роки тому +1

    These are NOT made in the USA. China OEM.
    Thanks for watching! My Patreon - www.patreon.com/metalcomplex

    • @propblast82nd
      @propblast82nd 2 роки тому

      Knife center lists it as made in China

    • @metal_complex
      @metal_complex  2 роки тому

      They do now that the controversy has unfolded with Jake Hoback. I made a video about it in my "knife guy" playlis. (Be Transparent is the name of the upload)

  • @sverresteinsland5582
    @sverresteinsland5582 3 роки тому +34

    Starry night by Van Gogh. Lovely knife!

  • @jacobmartinez4699
    @jacobmartinez4699 3 роки тому +8

    MC those scales are based off the starry night painting bu Van Gogh dugh

  • @sirchadwick7210
    @sirchadwick7210 3 роки тому +6

    Starry night is gcarta! Trm also uses it for scales

  • @PockeTanK
    @PockeTanK 3 роки тому +6

    That fixed blade reminds me of a Norseman grind for some reason.

  • @WhoIsSerafin
    @WhoIsSerafin 3 роки тому +1

    That fixed blade depending on price could make a good gift for my father on his horse ranch

  • @Revenant483
    @Revenant483 3 роки тому +3

    WOW all of those knives are amazing and awesome! That SUMO is talking to me. The Choppa is insane. I love the Starry Night scales, they are so Van Gogh. Love all three!!

  • @superrad1659
    @superrad1659 3 роки тому +2

    That "starry night" micarta looks amazing. Its most likely done by layering multiple colors of linen/canvas/etc. Not sure Ive ever seen scales done that way tho. I actually really dig it, I like seeing knifemakers try new processes/innovation with traditional materials.

    • @justinhensley6465
      @justinhensley6465 3 роки тому

      Check out Three Rivers Manufacturing… great knives and they do a ton of scale designs like this

    • @superrad1659
      @superrad1659 3 роки тому

      @@justinhensley6465 sweet 👍 finding them isnt so hard, its finding them for less than a black market kidney that i struggle with! 😂 lol

  • @honaypie
    @honaypie 3 роки тому

    That fixie is the mp6. The choppa has the straight spine and no hole. They all in the same family though. I love my mp6 for the same reason...looks cool and those sharp edges! Not your typical knife.

  • @ryanrussell6155
    @ryanrussell6155 3 роки тому +1

    Just ordered my Sumo! Super pumped to get it, it looks like a fantastic knife from a fantastic company

    • @rebellucy5610
      @rebellucy5610 3 роки тому

      I bought one when they first came out. They are pretty cool, but the flipper tab is very small. I had trouble opening it and ended up returning it.

    • @ryanrussell6155
      @ryanrussell6155 3 роки тому

      @@rebellucy5610 i usually use thumb studs or reverse flick, so the smaller flipper tab shouldn't be too much of an issue for me. Thanks for the info though, didnt even think about the size of the tab being a possible issue

  • @stevenoberg4277
    @stevenoberg4277 3 роки тому +2

    The fixed blade Choppa is stunning.

  • @jn651
    @jn651 3 роки тому +2

    That sumo is a sweet design. Makes me start thinking... but not actually considering... If that 'Starry Night' micarta is from where I think it is, the Knife Junkie did an interview/conversation with the guy who created it. Incredible work. Pretty pictures

  • @djtears8591
    @djtears8591 3 роки тому

    Purchased the black and purple Sumo. Didn't even hesitate. Thanks MC

  • @raffie6206
    @raffie6206 3 роки тому +2

    Those sumos look awesome. Wish they were a little bigger. 👍🏼

  • @redbirdmatches6881
    @redbirdmatches6881 3 роки тому +1

    Loving your content man keep it up👍 hopefully the algorithm pushes your content to more people yo

  • @ahhcrickets
    @ahhcrickets 3 роки тому +1

    Really nice. That fixed blade was a real shocker. It takes a lot for me to be taken back by a fixed blade. Props!

  • @namieamuro7639
    @namieamuro7639 3 роки тому

    Can you show some left handed fidgeting of the sumo? Wanted to know how well it works left handed. Thanks in advance.

  • @mickyashey9818
    @mickyashey9818 3 роки тому

    IF U MISS OUT ON DLT, Knifecenter has a few PURPLE or Gold/Tan ones

  • @GLOCKsh00ter24
    @GLOCKsh00ter24 3 роки тому +1

    The Sumo is definitely available right now at DLT. Just used your link to pick one up. The day after I bought a Brown LHC-X from Knaf Sergeant and I told myself I was done buying anything over $250 for a while. Dammit! haha

    • @metal_complex
      @metal_complex  3 роки тому +1

      Wow that was lucky! They weren't there this morning 🤷‍♂️ nice score!

    • @GLOCKsh00ter24
      @GLOCKsh00ter24 3 роки тому

      @@metal_complex they've got 3 different versions. All in stock at the moment. You should probably go pick one up for yourself, you know you want to haha.

  • @donniedoobie9627
    @donniedoobie9627 3 роки тому

    Starry night is sick
    Ye olde cutlery has a few in stock if you have the cheddar.
    Nice...
    I'm a big fan of art... this speaks to me.
    I hope they do more runs of other artists and school's of art.
    Love to see some dada inspired knives or surrealist...
    Like I said very very Kool.

  • @kniffeine
    @kniffeine 3 роки тому

    Is the sumo in satin or stone washed?

  • @AudibleVisibIe
    @AudibleVisibIe 3 роки тому +2

    That Sumo is not something that is usually my style but damn is it sweet

  • @adammunger2288
    @adammunger2288 3 роки тому

    Ordered a Sumo from DLT through your IG story yesterday, thanks for the heads up!

  • @braydinq
    @braydinq 3 роки тому

    What are some other button locks you recommend?

  • @darrenzilisch2214
    @darrenzilisch2214 2 роки тому

    I get lock stick on my sumo that increases with intensity the harder I flip it out...is that normal for your sumo?or should i send it in for adjustment?

  • @touchmylucas115
    @touchmylucas115 3 роки тому +1

    The Frenchman laugh at 8:00 😂

  • @desertsmeagol7073
    @desertsmeagol7073 3 роки тому +3

    Damn it looks nice with the purple accents

  • @b4idie2
    @b4idie2 3 роки тому

    Vincent Van Gogh "Stary Night."
    C'mon Metal Complex!!!

  • @dustingilbert4882
    @dustingilbert4882 3 роки тому

    Awesome I love the last knife. I want one now. Thank you!

  • @paladin5133
    @paladin5133 3 роки тому

    Picked up a sumo today, can’t wait to get my hands on! 🙌🏽

  • @masoncalderbank8328
    @masoncalderbank8328 3 роки тому +6

    I wonder if MC has ever seen micarta scales like that

    • @darkcentury5676
      @darkcentury5676 3 роки тому +3

      I don't think MC has ever seen micarta scales like that

    • @desertsmeagol7073
      @desertsmeagol7073 3 роки тому +3

      I don't think MC has ever seen micarta scales like that

    • @metal_complex
      @metal_complex  3 роки тому +6

      I dont think I've ever seen micarta scales like that

    • @elileavitt4204
      @elileavitt4204 3 роки тому +1

      @@metal_complex They are G-carta by G.L Hanson and Son

  • @bluemari937
    @bluemari937 2 роки тому

    Ridges are so whatever your cutting be meat or cheese it won’t stick it the side of the blade as much

  • @dougdottery1284
    @dougdottery1284 2 роки тому

    Deluxe. That is a lifetime knife. Very nice

  • @tracertloopback
    @tracertloopback 3 роки тому

    could the ridges be a file-type component?

  • @knifeaddict1014
    @knifeaddict1014 3 роки тому

    How crazy, I’ve been looking at some jack hoback knife!!

  • @Lunarpreparedness
    @Lunarpreparedness 3 роки тому

    Wow those are really amazing models. Super nice

  • @1804unclesam
    @1804unclesam 3 роки тому

    Sharpened prybar is right, I love it

  • @adoseofdrew
    @adoseofdrew 3 роки тому

    Gcarta starry night 😂 in case nobody else mentioned it 🤣 that Sumo looks quite nice…

  • @michaelportier9636
    @michaelportier9636 3 роки тому +2

    Starry night refers to the painting by Vincent van Gogh

    • @michaelportier9636
      @michaelportier9636 3 роки тому +1

      So be carefull weilding the knife, it might cost you an ear.

  • @cole___train5200
    @cole___train5200 3 роки тому

    I love Hoback knives, I have that exact sumo on the way can't wait.
    P.s do a review on the Hoback Husky 🤙

  • @brendenw3615
    @brendenw3615 3 роки тому +1

    Does the ZT0456 still hold up as a good mid range option in the world of overbuilt folders? Have an opportunity to buy one NIB for ~$200

    • @cheese4987
      @cheese4987 3 роки тому

      Its a knife I still enjoy but I think u could get it at a lower price. I've seen it on knifeswap on reddit for as low as in the 120-170 range

  • @CRSMSN
    @CRSMSN 3 роки тому +1

    The first one looks like it would be great for battoning

  • @toomanytrades
    @toomanytrades 3 роки тому

    Can't wait to see the Hoback 5D Diamond scales

  • @David-vi9mm
    @David-vi9mm 3 роки тому

    Love those color combos. Good stuff. 😝🔪🙌

  • @David_DY
    @David_DY 3 роки тому

    Another cool thing about the sumo is you can use the studs as a wave when pulling it out of your pocket It's hard not to buy that fidget beast! 👍👊

  • @frankypickens7607
    @frankypickens7607 3 роки тому

    Stary night is a van gogh famous painting.

  • @flamingicearrow
    @flamingicearrow 3 роки тому +2

    I think the Choppa looks like a chunkier fixed blade Norsemen without the recurve lol

  • @tippmann2455
    @tippmann2455 3 роки тому

    Just got a green a black sumo super pumped

  • @Kraes-bt
    @Kraes-bt 3 роки тому

    You can also pocket deploy the sumo...super fidgety

  • @codyp1056
    @codyp1056 3 роки тому +1

    Gotta love some van gogh

  • @J1c80
    @J1c80 2 роки тому +4

    Did u know Hoback knives are made in china ?

    • @rskrzz6233
      @rskrzz6233 2 роки тому

      who cares where theyre made in, if you dont like the knife, dont buy it.
      you sure dont mind having your phone made in china so be quiet.

    • @J1c80
      @J1c80 2 роки тому

      @@rskrzz6233 the fact of the matter is the maker was lying about where they were made just because you one of the clowns that got juked by him & don't get mad at others because you spent $600 on a Chinese production knife when you thought you were buying a custom . Maybe you should be quiet you the one replying to my comment no go to your room & play with your draw full of $600 Chinese knives clown 🤡

  • @johnsomething145
    @johnsomething145 3 роки тому

    How has nobody made the connection look wise to that big fix blade and the norsemen

    • @metal_complex
      @metal_complex  3 роки тому

      Lots of people have. The norseman blade has a recurve though

  • @knflvr06
    @knflvr06 3 роки тому

    love that small one

  • @TheDontbeEvil
    @TheDontbeEvil 3 роки тому

    shovel knife, and you're the shovel knight!

  • @DeadDrop6109
    @DeadDrop6109 3 роки тому

    You definitely should send the purple Sumo to Slicey Dicey to look at, he would loose his mind!

  • @horromantix
    @horromantix 3 роки тому

    That fixed blade looks like the edc for an Aztec warrior

  • @marcocano335
    @marcocano335 3 роки тому

    Sumo available right now on DLT

  • @vinnie_baggadonuts
    @vinnie_baggadonuts 3 роки тому

    The Choppa exists ... And people make horse jokes about the Norseman 😂😂

  • @Jay1970c
    @Jay1970c 3 роки тому

    Starry Night is a famous painting

  • @vinhha6073
    @vinhha6073 3 роки тому +1

    Is this made from Japan ??? Sir

  • @TheMilkman2525
    @TheMilkman2525 3 роки тому +1

    The Sumo is such a cool knife. That Ps23 is a deal breaker unfortunately.

  • @fopdoodle777
    @fopdoodle777 Рік тому

    definitely based on the starry night painting

  • @SkunkPunch73
    @SkunkPunch73 3 роки тому

    Ohhh baby I really need to win the lottery lol, then again the collection I have in my head is massive lol 😘👍 stay safe and healthy M_C

  • @ahaubert80
    @ahaubert80 3 роки тому

    Awesome unboxing!

  • @sofakingphat8087
    @sofakingphat8087 3 роки тому

    Starry night as a Siri of 12 paintings by Vincent van Gogh. It’s a complicated math problem that describe turbulence many years before anyone had a theory or consider a exclamation about turbulence. Vincent van Gogh painted those 12 paintings from inside his sell at a insane asylum

  • @davidcovarrubias4793
    @davidcovarrubias4793 3 роки тому +1

    Why does it look like pause the video at 7:56 I just had to be a little childish right their

  • @BushRat253
    @BushRat253 2 роки тому +1

    I like that Sumo but can’t bring myself to pay $550 for a knife made in China.

  • @HobbyHobbit-ue6oi
    @HobbyHobbit-ue6oi Рік тому

    Black Panther knife.😂😂

  • @northernninety7
    @northernninety7 2 роки тому

    Now I want one.

  • @Azzy5146
    @Azzy5146 3 роки тому

    Cool! 🖤💜🖤💜

  • @willedward577
    @willedward577 3 роки тому

    Vincent Van Gogh's painting of Starry night

  • @randyf.9188
    @randyf.9188 3 роки тому

    Interesting Sumo

  • @michaelreed5704
    @michaelreed5704 3 роки тому

    No way in hell I’m paying 550 for the SUMO that’s nuts

  • @wellhattedgent4253
    @wellhattedgent4253 3 роки тому

    The starry night scales are by @G.L._hansenandsons on Instagram

  • @stick9078
    @stick9078 3 роки тому

    I have a knife similar to that. Even bigger. 10x better than using a machete when you're in the sh*t.

  • @johnruff7417
    @johnruff7417 3 роки тому

    YOU MUST EXPERIENCE THE HUSKY!!!!!

  • @wupwop
    @wupwop 3 роки тому

    Heck yeah

  • @skirtlethturtle7434
    @skirtlethturtle7434 3 роки тому

    I'd probably get myself the sumo if it wasn't $550

  • @jdogsdaddy8748
    @jdogsdaddy8748 3 роки тому

    Van Gogh

  • @robertdimaggio9086
    @robertdimaggio9086 3 роки тому

    Im sorry but 500 for that knife is absurd.

    • @metal_complex
      @metal_complex  3 роки тому

      Well all you have to do is not buy it. Everything will likely work out fine for you despite its existence 👍

  • @vspec17
    @vspec17 3 роки тому

    23rd Psalm

  • @joshalmightyblades
    @joshalmightyblades 3 роки тому

    Does anyone have any Hoback Sumo they would be willing to sell/ trade? If so let me know, Thanks!!!