Can we not all get together and try to overturn the precedent against locking blade knives? It's a decision that makes absolutely no sense at all, and means people are at risk of seriously hurting themselves because it's harder to have a safe knife for the job. And it's not even a law, it's just a precedent set in court. And what's more, it does absolutely nothing to curb knife crime, since no one is going around stabbing people with a 3in or less locking blade pocket knife!
@@jo3sk1 Then say "utility knife". Banning all locking blade knives cause you want to ban Stanley knives is like banning four wheel vehicles off the road cause you don't want people to drive ATVs.
that is what these knives are about, most of the opinels sold are gardening knives, and picnic/cheese knives, I have a couple, no7 and and no10, but I keep at home, because they are really cumbersome to open, build quality is not great, but for the price... the blade is very sharp, with good sharpness retention, but overall it;'s cheaply made and I would not rely on it outside the house to even slice an apple. Because I would probably break 3 fingernails trying to pry it open.
Great video as always. I’m in the US but your insight is universal. While I don’t have to abide by the same guidelines as the UK I still got a good bit of info from this.
Opinel uses Swedish steel Sandvik 12C27, which is the same as in stainless Morakniv models. It holds an edge quite well, especially if sharpened at 25° per side. But I keep mine at stock 20° and it still holds. Also, AFAIK, you can get a №6 Opinel, remove the locking ring and it will still be legal in UK.
Thank you Jon. I am in the US, we can carry just about anything, but I am a big fan of slip-joint knives, have carried a Case Trapper for over 30 years. Nice to see such a good review of so many great slip-joint options.
I watch a ton of knife channels both UK and USA based , and you are the first person I've ever heard call CRKT ( columbia River knife and tool ) "CRICKET!" none of the US knife channels call it that ( SMKW the knife centre BLADE HQ ) and now I've heard you say it I can't unsee ( un-say ) it !! 😂😂😂
Glad to see Byrd is still making “recommended” lists in 2022. It’s an older brand, but I only recently discovered the Meadowlark/Harrier/Cara Cara line (in the US) and love them! I’ve got a TERN too.
Blimey I bought a Byrd Tern about 8 years ago and it was about £31. Which just shows you how prices change. It has shown great service so far and continues to do so especially in circumstances when I don't want to carry an expensive knife.
They're back in stock at moonraker knives for just £40 each, well worth it. I bought mine a couple of months ago for £50 from another site, before moonraker restocked them.
@@RHC78 I don't own a UKPK but I think the Tern is better from all accounts (i.e. reviews etc) and because of it's specifications being better on the whole - the UKPK only has half a backspring and weaker detente/retention as far as I know. But I liked the Tern so much - prior to that I'd only used two handed opening knives - that I went on to buy the Spyderco Urban which is better than both I believe and I now carry that most days. I just wish it had G10 scales instead of FRN but honestly that doesn't effect it's performance which is excellent. I did pay £73 for it though which is more than I'd ever spent on a knife before but I think it's worth it.
I've had a Boker XS for sometime, a great knife if I want something more robust than a Swiss Army knife blade. I carry this most of time and definitely take it when I go wild camping.
Great list Jon! I’ve a Luna, a ZipSlip and UKPK in constant rotation. Wish I’d picked up the black and bronze Luna but the Heinnie red is great. Especially with the KwikStud!
The Opinel is a gem for apples, bagels or something like the occational triangular tuna sandwich consumed in the office. :) If I chose myself I will go for the Victorinox Waiter. That little extra tool is very useful in an office environment. Thankyou sir for the video. 😉🙏🏼
As someone who's been getting into whittling, it's nice to see a sheepsfoot blade get a mention. I'd love to see a rundown of straight blades. At the moment I use a non-foldable Morakniv knife, and would love a pocket carry knife (UK legal) for taking to the allotment.
Duncan with you looking for a knife for the allotment that comes under good reason to carry a locking blade for a small heavy duty workhorse at a budget it is hard to beat the QSP penguin it comes in D2 steel with a mikarta handle and like a straight razor out of the box. Although locking as stated it would fall under good reason to carry when going too and from allotment also the lock is security for doing heavy work. As to how good I have used a penguin for fitting carpets instead of stanley blades it is sharp enough to do the work and comes with a decent sheepsfoot blade shape.
Hi Jon , I enjoyed your review , bought a couple of Honeybadgers recently and really like them , no problem carrying them here in NZ ( not yet anyway ). All the best
I wanted to tell you thanks for reccomnding that little clear s12 flashlight roxyvon lion or whomever makes it 😂. Seems to be one they all been putting their names on at different prices .😂. It’s a cool little keychain flashlight Jon 👍👍.
I have the Boker plus tech tool and Byrd Tern and can vouch for both. Very different knives, but both decent. The Byrd is more of a rough and ready work horse and the Boker has a more elegant feel. Both sharp out of the box. Keep up the good work Jon, always informative reviews that are excellent. 👍🏽
Great video! Potential wild card?: Svord Peasant Mini, uk legal, extended tang so you palm soft locks the blade open, high carbon stainless steel and best of all they range from £20 for plastic scales to £30 for wood. Plus if you're so inclined if you're into modding your gear then it also has a lot of options.
Jonathan, I love your videos and creative style. I'm curious about your studio, video/audio setup, and editing software that you use. Would it be possible to do a behind the scenes video? Cheers, Chris
A good UK legal alternative to the Opinel without a locking collar (I can't buy into the insanity of making that safety feature illegal to carry) if you like the more traditional look is the range of smaller Jokers. There are slipjoint models with different handle materials, blade shapes and steels all at around 2.5 inches blade length. I got a carbon steel slipjoint model with olive wood scales and it is superb quality for not much money and it looks good. Do really like the Real Steal Luna too and I'm not a modern knife guy in the least.
@William Tell Considering the current trend is towards doubling down on government overreach, no I'm not hopeful. Maybe we shouldn't mention the law isn't water tight or they'll wack through more badly thought through laws for the sake of a few brownie points in the press for a day or two. Zombie knives anyone??????
One thing about the Byrd Tern's choil that is better than other slip joints with the choil is that it stays protective even if the knife starts to fold. On the boker for example when the knife starts to fold the choil gets invaded by the frame of the handle and pushes your finger out of safety - same with other knives. With the Tern you finger can stay safely in the choil even to the point of full closure
A good overall video Jon, with a decent line-up 👌 I am surprised you didn't feature the Spyderco Urban Lite with S30V steel, at £70 - that would be my choice on the higher end of the budget and for the lower end it's the Luna - 💯% Atb Gus 👍
@@toolslover3645 that is very kind of you to say so buddy, but Jon features some great videos with some amazing products, most of which I know and some I don't - mostly, the expensive stuff, which is always nice to see, especially when I cannot afford it... Filming another video + giveaway tomorrow 😉 be well, Atb Gus 👍
Happy Friday Jon, disappointed that you did not include a Victorinox single blade knife in the line up - the budget priced ones like the Celidor handled 84mm Bantam, Alox 84mm bantam & even the Alox 93mm Solo ( AKA Swiss Army 1 ) are all very reasonably priced. Also something like the very budget friendly UK legal Rough Ryder Denim Micarta Folding Pocket Knife RR2181 Wharncliffe. As for Opinel - I have a strong dislike of a French gardening tool which doubles as kitchen knife for cutting garlic & stinky French cheese being described as a pocket knife for EDC when it belongs in the garden shed or kitchen cutlery draw. I understand the insane legal limitations in the UK have made it a Captive Market for knives that would not get a 2nd look in the rest of the world & if I was still resident in the UK I would be carrying a range of Victorinox pocket knives for EDC & certain other slip joints like the RR2181
The list is pretty endless Steve for options - I wanted to show some I've not showcased before. Agree the Opinel is basic - but it's nostalgic and cheap!
@@JonGadget Fair enough Jon, a real shame that the UK's knife laws are so restrictive on the honest law abiding tax payer yet fail to resolve the UK's knife crime epidemic.
Crkt ceo is a sweet thin knife 👍 how nice would that ceo be with some aftermarket carbon fiber scales ? They’re actually pretty easy to make . Trace the outline , figure the hole size and drill carefully . Attach the Dremel drum to a drill press or Dremel and run it around with the liners attached and blade off . It’s actually time consuming what am I saying ? It is easy enough though to make a knife by hand but very time consuming . Sometimes there’s not much to do in the winter cold so messing around in the garage is a thing around there 🎉❤
Civivi altus is a good one but pricey to most people , conspirator is my favorite with unlocked composite scales and Damascus blade . A manix 2 makes a good one and done or begleiter button lock . Actual,y there’s so many good knives out there lately around $40 -$80 . Still the praxis is a great deal or elementum or baby banter . These are all civivis for a reason becasue a person can’t go wrong with them or the new button locks from sencut seem like a great value as well the ones you showed here . I checked out a srm 2102 for $30 and it broke in real nice . I dare say it’s like a benchmade freak but it certain,y is , haha . Nice and light
I owe several Opinels, love them. But I am fairly certain that an Opinel wothout the lock ring is just a serious accident waiting to happen. Nothing keeps that blade open, the "friction" you mentioned is just two pieces of wood rubbing against the blade on an area smaller than a child's pinky nail...
@Jon - the Boker War Toad, was that UKPC legal? It seems to comply and was friction only. The tang (?) At the back afforded it closure protection without a lock. I can't find one anywhere though sadly.
@@JonGadget it's incredibly thick and scary looking - I like its simplicity and concept though I have yet to see one IRL. Getting hard to find now sadly.
Any idea if there are import restrictions beyond the carry criteria? My wife and I will be traveling to the UK soon for vacation and I am used to having a pocket knife at all times. I don’t want to cause trouble entering the UK with a knife in my checked luggage but would like to have something handy as we explore both the cities and the countryside.
Great content as always 👍🏻 Never heard CRKT being called "cricket"! My favorite was Real Steel Luna When I was abroad recently I wanted to come back home with my first pocket knife. Went to a very nice blade shop, held a Byrd knife, don't know which model, but the handles were unpleasantly sharp. Would've taken it otherwise. Bought a white scales Huntsman instead, which is less exciting, but Victorinox doesn't sell them in white here so it still feels unique
What is the difference in what kind of steel these knives are from if you are not allowed to buy knives with reliable locks? In that case, Victorinox is the best option.
Do y'all get classic grandpa knives from brands like Case and Old Timer over there? Would seem like great options as well given the legal restrictions!
My tiny Swiss Army keychain knife (Manager?) with pen,scissors, tweezers, toothpick, main blade..is always everything I hardly ever need! Honestly, as I don’t use a knife tool for work I don’t see the need for edc-ing a knife. The same goes for a tiny, but potent Olight keychain light. Instead of EDC I call them GWS goes without saying lol. They are unnoticeably, always on my keychain and enough, if not more than I typically need. Not being a killjoy; it’s just reality for me .
Beware of the Boker XS! I have 3 with broken back springs !I have a forth that i tightened so tight that it is virtually a fixed blade. Tried to contact Boker both in the U.S and in Germany. No reply.
I'm confused, what does "locking" mean in UK law? Because as far as I can see the Opinel - one of which I do own (but with a large enough blade to make the question academic) - does lock, but apparently is legal?
Hi Jon, While watching the knives I couldn’t help but notice the great looking black vest with yellow tag hanging by the collar you’re wearing. What brand is that please? Is it Parajumpers? Thanks!
I’m surprised the Sodbuster JR didn’t make the list. It’s a great folder and stays in rotation with my locking folders. It holds its own against modern designs.
Man, so silly you can’t have a locking blade in the uk. I think we sometimes take that for granted here in the states. We can have cannons over here lol
Great video, but you didn't say which of the 8 was your favourite and whether any would take the throne from your Victorinox 91mm. I currently own the Real Steel Luna which is a great little knife. Chose it over the Boker Tech Tool because it seemed to be a better knife.
I stopped short of picking a favourite! The Vic has added functionality so not really a replacement for me but could be additional carry! Luna is best value in my view. Kansept I purchased after the review 😊
@@JonGadget I actually had the Luna as my primary carry, then someone did a video on the Pioneer Alox X and Victorinox had a sale and the Luna got demoted lol
Throughout the early years of my almost eight-decades-long life I usually carried many different non-locking folding pocket knives, and never (seriously) hurt myself with any of them. However after using my first locking-blade knife, I ONLY use and carry those now, because they are arguably safer and always feel more secure in use. I absolutely understand the fact that there are legal prohibitions against carrying them in many jurisdictions throughout the world, but I think those are all examples of legislation (or regulation) gone insane. Limiting blade length make much more sense, but even the usually legal three-inch models are sufficient to severely injure or kill people, so perhaps that kind of prohibition also is ridiculous. That said, I would not care to find myself in a crowd anywhere in the world where a lot of people are carrying butcher knives. Given the concealed-carry gun laws in most U.S. states where I live, I suppose that concern is also very silly of me. We live in a world gone mad, but I suppose that first happened eons ago.
@@RollrightKnightsI wonder how they keep their government in check then? I guess it doesn't matter much because mostly everyone in every major country believes their government isn't that bad 😂. Imagine thinking your government isn't that bad no matter where you live😂. Maybe if their government gets too tyrannical they can sharpen sticks and throw stones🤷 😉. Everyone in the world needs to have a gun and an armed society is a safe and polite society. History always repeats itself, governments will "always" abuse their powers and at some point stand on the neck of the citizens. Sic Semper Tyrannis ✊.
I had a few Opinel knives at one time, I used get one free with a shirt or Jumper when I bought them from Ernest Doe's here in the U.K. Nowadays rarely carry anything other than a Victorinox multi use. But for sure my go to when hiking fishing or out and about in the countryside is a lock knife, I have a good selection and having had a slip joint close on my fingers one time I would not use anything else. I keep all of my knives razor sharp too, as the saying goes a blunt knife is a dangerous knife!
As someone who is slowly recovering from a borrowed slipjoint knife folding on their fingers. I'll never use another. I'll stay with the added safety of a locking blade, regardless of UK law.
Can we not all get together and try to overturn the precedent against locking blade knives? It's a decision that makes absolutely no sense at all, and means people are at risk of seriously hurting themselves because it's harder to have a safe knife for the job. And it's not even a law, it's just a precedent set in court. And what's more, it does absolutely nothing to curb knife crime, since no one is going around stabbing people with a 3in or less locking blade pocket knife!
Criminals don't care about the law, that's why their criminals.
The most ironic thing is that 75% of all stabbings in the UK are with kitchen knives
It's to include Stanley knives I think, criminals use them to slash
@@jo3sk1 Then say "utility knife". Banning all locking blade knives cause you want to ban Stanley knives is like banning four wheel vehicles off the road cause you don't want people to drive ATVs.
I believe Roman legionaries were trained to stab around 3ins deep as that could incapacitate their victim.
Thumbs up from me on the Real Steel Luna Lite. Had mine for 2 years. strops up in no time, razor sharp. Adding the Luna Stripe this year :)
The Opinel reminds me of all the old blokes that cut apples and ate it off the blade 🤛💪
that is what these knives are about, most of the opinels sold are gardening knives, and picnic/cheese knives, I have a couple, no7 and and no10, but I keep at home, because they are really cumbersome to open, build quality is not great, but for the price... the blade is very sharp, with good sharpness retention, but overall it;'s cheaply made and I would not rely on it outside the house to even slice an apple. Because I would probably break 3 fingernails trying to pry it open.
True classic!
Great video as always. I’m in the US but your insight is universal. While I don’t have to abide by the same guidelines as the UK I still got a good bit of info from this.
I've been carrying a Byrd Tern for the last few months, and I love it!!!
My Opinel #7 is always on my belt. I use it for so many things. I keep a ceramic sharpener with it in a repurposed Leatherman sheath.
Too long to be legal for public carry in the UK. And that's assuming you've removed the locking collar as otherwise they'd get you on that too.
@@MPD90 I’m in California and it’s legal here to carry.
Opinel uses Swedish steel Sandvik 12C27, which is the same as in stainless Morakniv models. It holds an edge quite well, especially if sharpened at 25° per side. But I keep mine at stock 20° and it still holds.
Also, AFAIK, you can get a №6 Opinel, remove the locking ring and it will still be legal in UK.
Great list..I didn't know half of them
Thanks Dom - I think most in the US only consider locking options - good to see new makers though!
Thank you Jon. I am in the US, we can carry just about anything, but I am a big fan of slip-joint knives, have carried a Case Trapper for over 30 years. Nice to see such a good review of so many great slip-joint options.
Depends on where in America you are. You can't really use that as a blanket statement anymore.
@@illmade2 True, state laws!
I watch a ton of knife channels both UK and USA based , and you are the first person I've ever heard call CRKT ( columbia River knife and tool ) "CRICKET!" none of the US knife channels call it that ( SMKW the knife centre BLADE HQ ) and now I've heard you say it I can't unsee ( un-say ) it !! 😂😂😂
That Real Steel Luna is beautiful !
Liking the video, especially when showing the knife lengths on the screen .
Glad to see Byrd is still making “recommended” lists in 2022. It’s an older brand, but I only recently discovered the Meadowlark/Harrier/Cara Cara line (in the US) and love them! I’ve got a TERN too.
There are some great options with Byrd 👍
@@JonGadget CRKT = Columbia River Knife & Tool
I have several Opinel (locking) carbon steel knives and love them.
Great options for minimalistic edc. Affordability is good as well especially in the present economy. Great review.
Thanks for the feedback - I agree!
Great one, Jon. You have, by far, the most professional and well done knife reviews I've seen. A pleasure to watch!
Really kind Charlie - much appreciated
I love when Byrd gets some love. I have several and they are amazing for the money.
Blimey I bought a Byrd Tern about 8 years ago and it was about £31. Which just shows you how prices change. It has shown great service so far and continues to do so especially in circumstances when I don't want to carry an expensive knife.
Good to know Andy 👍
They're back in stock at moonraker knives for just £40 each, well worth it. I bought mine a couple of months ago for £50 from another site, before moonraker restocked them.
Same here. 35 I think I paid when the UKPK was about 70. Couldn't justify paying double. The Byrd has been great.
@@RHC78 I don't own a UKPK but I think the Tern is better from all accounts (i.e. reviews etc) and because of it's specifications being better on the whole - the UKPK only has half a backspring and weaker detente/retention as far as I know. But I liked the Tern so much - prior to that I'd only used two handed opening knives - that I went on to buy the Spyderco Urban which is better than both I believe and I now carry that most days. I just wish it had G10 scales instead of FRN but honestly that doesn't effect it's performance which is excellent. I did pay £73 for it though which is more than I'd ever spent on a knife before but I think it's worth it.
I bought a Byrd Tern 2 days ago. For the price I was pleasantly surprised at the build quality!
I think its good too - really sharp out of the box
Böker Wasabi is also great: affordable, non-locking, very elegant and beautiful
looks a bit like the CEO!
Great review and comparison for us here in the UK. Very useful!! Thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
I've had a Boker XS for sometime, a great knife if I want something more robust than a Swiss Army knife blade. I carry this most of time and definitely take it when I go wild camping.
Great list Jon! I’ve a Luna, a ZipSlip and UKPK in constant rotation. Wish I’d picked up the black and bronze Luna but the Heinnie red is great. Especially with the KwikStud!
I like the red Heinnie one too 👍
Nice selection, thanks!
Thanks for watching 👍
The Opinel is a gem for apples, bagels or something like the occational triangular tuna sandwich consumed in the office. :) If I chose myself I will go for the Victorinox Waiter. That little extra tool is very useful in an office environment. Thankyou sir for the video. 😉🙏🏼
Ooo, this should be good.
As someone who's been getting into whittling, it's nice to see a sheepsfoot blade get a mention. I'd love to see a rundown of straight blades. At the moment I use a non-foldable Morakniv knife, and would love a pocket carry knife (UK legal) for taking to the allotment.
Duncan with you looking for a knife for the allotment that comes under good reason to carry a locking blade for a small heavy duty workhorse at a budget it is hard to beat the QSP penguin it comes in D2 steel with a mikarta handle and like a straight razor out of the box. Although locking as stated it would fall under good reason to carry when going too and from allotment also the lock is security for doing heavy work. As to how good I have used a penguin for fitting carpets instead of stanley blades it is sharp enough to do the work and comes with a decent sheepsfoot blade shape.
Morakniv is inexpensive and excellent 👍🏻
Great vid, we have some really good options right now. Can't go wrong with a HH special.
Thanks Rob, agree 👍
Hi Jon , I enjoyed your review , bought a couple of Honeybadgers recently and really like them , no problem carrying them here in NZ ( not yet anyway ). All the best
Good stuff 👍 thanks for feedback
I wanted to tell you thanks for reccomnding that little clear s12 flashlight roxyvon lion or whomever makes it 😂. Seems to be one they all been putting their names on at different prices .😂. It’s a cool little keychain flashlight Jon 👍👍.
I have the Boker plus tech tool and Byrd Tern and can vouch for both. Very different knives, but both decent. The Byrd is more of a rough and ready work horse and the Boker has a more elegant feel. Both sharp out of the box.
Keep up the good work Jon, always informative reviews that are excellent. 👍🏽
Thank you for the info 👍
Would love to see an updated video to this since the latest UK knife law came into play. Such a frustrating system!
What’s the latest UK knife law??
@@mr_sn4k3ssingle hand opening is now illegal.
@@KernowEDC do you have a link I don’t see a mention of this on the gov website or is it just something they’re considering pushing into law?
@@KernowEDC That's not true?
Thanks for the video Jon, hoping to see more video on UK friendly knives in the future
Have to say I love the ZipSlip. I do find, like you, that it’s harder than most to actually deploy. Once out though-feels very safe.
Yes, I was impressed by the value with this one
Nice to know: You can detach the locking mechanism at any Opinel quiet easily, making it a non-locking knife.
CRKT stands for Columbia River Knife and Tool. Just in case you didn’t know.
I didn’t but i do now 👍🏻
Great video!
Potential wild card?: Svord Peasant Mini, uk legal, extended tang so you palm soft locks the blade open, high carbon stainless steel and best of all they range from £20 for plastic scales to £30 for wood.
Plus if you're so inclined if you're into modding your gear then it also has a lot of options.
It's not UK legal if the blade is unable to be pushed shut when open by law it's a locking knife so not UK legal.
I love the luna and the boker xs hennie, between these two which one is better for food prep?
After watching your video I ordered the Real Steel Luna Lite in Satin/Coyote from Amazon for $34.00. It just arrived and is everything you described!
Jonathan,
I love your videos and creative style. I'm curious about your studio, video/audio setup, and editing software that you use. Would it be possible to do a behind the scenes video?
Cheers,
Chris
Hi Chris, I could look at doing that if you think it might be of interest?
Them spydercos are sweet well heatmtreated blades from what I gathered after sharpening a few
Thank you nice informative watch ..more please.
I have an opinel nr6 and just removed the locking ring, its very easy and the friction gets better over time
Two other great options are the Manly Wasp and the Bestech Twisted Junzi.
There were lots of options but had to stop somewhere!
Here here! 🍺
Great comparison. Many thanks.
You should check out the ganzo F41s. I usually don't buy Chinese knives but I own this one. It would fit in perfect with the others listed here.
Jon do you have any recommendations about lanyard to put on my swiss a rny knife
Great review, the real steel line is a very durable blade. Check out the Swiss Tech Doppler a very esthetically pleasing and functional design 👍
the real steel is no longer available, any idea of a new version?
i really liked it....
A good UK legal alternative to the Opinel without a locking collar (I can't buy into the insanity of making that safety feature illegal to carry) if you like the more traditional look is the range of smaller Jokers. There are slipjoint models with different handle materials, blade shapes and steels all at around 2.5 inches blade length. I got a carbon steel slipjoint model with olive wood scales and it is superb quality for not much money and it looks good. Do really like the Real Steal Luna too and I'm not a modern knife guy in the least.
@William Tell Considering the current trend is towards doubling down on government overreach, no I'm not hopeful. Maybe we shouldn't mention the law isn't water tight or they'll wack through more badly thought through laws for the sake of a few brownie points in the press for a day or two. Zombie knives anyone??????
Nice EDC gentle blades. Legal virtually everywhere.
the SAK -Alox Solo is a really good one and it's about $20
One thing about the Byrd Tern's choil that is better than other slip joints with the choil is that it stays protective even if the knife starts to fold. On the boker for example when the knife starts to fold the choil gets invaded by the frame of the handle and pushes your finger out of safety - same with other knives. With the Tern you finger can stay safely in the choil even to the point of full closure
A good overall video Jon, with a decent line-up 👌
I am surprised you didn't feature the Spyderco Urban Lite with S30V steel, at £70 - that would be my choice on the higher end of the budget and for the lower end it's the Luna - 💯%
Atb Gus 👍
I love ur channel more than John's channel😇
🥰🥰😍
@@toolslover3645 that is very kind of you to say so buddy, but Jon features some great videos with some amazing products, most of which I know and some I don't - mostly, the expensive stuff, which is always nice to see, especially when I cannot afford it...
Filming another video + giveaway tomorrow 😉 be well,
Atb Gus 👍
Happy Friday Jon, disappointed that you did not include a Victorinox single blade knife in the line up - the budget priced ones like the Celidor handled 84mm Bantam, Alox 84mm bantam & even the Alox 93mm Solo ( AKA Swiss Army 1 ) are all very reasonably priced. Also something like the very budget friendly UK legal Rough Ryder Denim Micarta Folding Pocket Knife RR2181 Wharncliffe. As for Opinel - I have a strong dislike of a French gardening tool which doubles as kitchen knife for cutting garlic & stinky French cheese being described as a pocket knife for EDC when it belongs in the garden shed or kitchen cutlery draw. I understand the insane legal limitations in the UK have made it a Captive Market for knives that would not get a 2nd look in the rest of the world & if I was still resident in the UK I would be carrying a range of Victorinox pocket knives for EDC & certain other slip joints like the RR2181
The list is pretty endless Steve for options - I wanted to show some I've not showcased before. Agree the Opinel is basic - but it's nostalgic and cheap!
@@JonGadget Fair enough Jon, a real shame that the UK's knife laws are so restrictive on the honest law abiding tax payer yet fail to resolve the UK's knife crime epidemic.
@jon Gadget you may want to look at the Civivi trailblazer, its an awesome slip joint and may be UK legal
Crkt ceo is a sweet thin knife 👍 how nice would that ceo be with some aftermarket carbon fiber scales ? They’re actually pretty easy to make . Trace the outline , figure the hole size and drill carefully . Attach the Dremel drum to a drill press or Dremel and run it around with the liners attached and blade off . It’s actually time consuming what am I saying ? It is easy enough though to make a knife by hand but very time consuming . Sometimes there’s not much to do in the winter cold so messing around in the garage is a thing around there 🎉❤
I love your channel!!!
thank you 👍
Nice. I just bought a QSP Penguin off of Heinnie, just to use around the house ofc ;)
There is now a Penguin slip joint. It's lovely
@@SkipperTyrrel yes, I have one. I drilled and tapped holes for a pocket clip on mine.
The Real Steel Luna appeals to me over all the others, with the Boker coming in second.
It is a great knife 👍
I never heard CRKT pronounced "cricket" before, is this a thing? Can't find anything on the Columbia River Knife & Tool website about it.
Some good choices on here although I am suprised there was not at least one victorinox on there. I cannot go a day without my tinker.
Civivi altus is a good one but pricey to most people , conspirator is my favorite with unlocked composite scales and Damascus blade . A manix 2 makes a good one and done or begleiter button lock . Actual,y there’s so many good knives out there lately around $40 -$80 . Still the praxis is a great deal or elementum or baby banter . These are all civivis for a reason becasue a person can’t go wrong with them or the new button locks from sencut seem like a great value as well the ones you showed here . I checked out a srm 2102 for $30 and it broke in real nice . I dare say it’s like a benchmade freak but it certain,y is , haha . Nice and light
What model was that black victorinox? 2 layer?
Hi where do I get the one handed thumb stud?? For the Luna
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I owe several Opinels, love them. But I am fairly certain that an Opinel wothout the lock ring is just a serious accident waiting to happen. Nothing keeps that blade open, the "friction" you mentioned is just two pieces of wood rubbing against the blade on an area smaller than a child's pinky nail...
@Jon - the Boker War Toad, was that UKPC legal? It seems to comply and was friction only. The tang (?) At the back afforded it closure protection without a lock. I can't find one anywhere though sadly.
Not seen it before but it looks UK legal albeit a bit strange!
@@JonGadget it's incredibly thick and scary looking - I like its simplicity and concept though I have yet to see one IRL. Getting hard to find now sadly.
Any idea if there are import restrictions beyond the carry criteria? My wife and I will be traveling to the UK soon for vacation and I am used to having a pocket knife at all times. I don’t want to cause trouble entering the UK with a knife in my checked luggage but would like to have something handy as we explore both the cities and the countryside.
Great content as always 👍🏻
Never heard CRKT being called "cricket"!
My favorite was Real Steel Luna
When I was abroad recently I wanted to come back home with my first pocket knife. Went to a very nice blade shop, held a Byrd knife, don't know which model, but the handles were unpleasantly sharp. Would've taken it otherwise.
Bought a white scales Huntsman instead, which is less exciting, but Victorinox doesn't sell them in white here so it still feels unique
What is the difference in what kind of steel these knives are from if you are not allowed to buy knives with reliable locks? In that case, Victorinox is the best option.
The Victorinox Alox family are Superb !
the opinel stainless is great! it's 12c28m
Hi new subscriber, thanks good info✌🏻
Has the Spyderco UKPK doubled in price I don't remember it cost that much?
Great Video my Friend and are Fixed Blade Knives Legal in the UK.? I just think it’s odd that locking pocket knives are frowned upon. Semper Fidelis
Hey, so the Opinel sold in the UK never have any locking system ? Didn't know that.
They do - but are not legal to carry
@@JonGadget Thanks. Hi from France
Do y'all get classic grandpa knives from brands like Case and Old Timer over there? Would seem like great options as well given the legal restrictions!
Thanks Jon - lovely lineup.
I've got the Vagnino (which I love), but you really should check out the Fox Babycore..
Let me know your thoughts.
Cheers
My tiny Swiss Army keychain knife (Manager?) with pen,scissors, tweezers, toothpick, main blade..is always everything I hardly ever need! Honestly, as I don’t use a knife tool for work I don’t see the need for edc-ing a knife. The same goes for a tiny, but potent Olight keychain light. Instead of EDC I call them GWS goes without saying lol. They are unnoticeably, always on my keychain and enough, if not more than I typically need.
Not being a killjoy; it’s just reality for me .
Totally get that - some need more heavy duty and some just like to collect - each to their own
Beware of the Boker XS! I have 3 with broken back springs !I have a forth that i tightened so tight that it is virtually a fixed blade. Tried to contact Boker both in the U.S and in Germany. No reply.
I'm confused, what does "locking" mean in UK law? Because as far as I can see the Opinel - one of which I do own (but with a large enough blade to make the question academic) - does lock, but apparently is legal?
there is a non-locking version of the Opinel - the locking version would be classed as not legal for carry in the UK without good reason
I think you'd be mistaken. Best to get an Opinel #6 and pry off the locking mechanism. Or even doing the same with a Nō7 and grinding the tip off.
@@JonGadget I'm wondering what is considered a "good reason" for having a locking version of any small pocket knife?
Hi Jon, While watching the knives I couldn’t help but notice the great looking black vest with yellow tag hanging by the collar you’re wearing. What brand is that please? Is it Parajumpers? Thanks!
Hi! Yes, Parajumpers it is 👍
Thank you Jon!
Nice Parajumpers gilet Jon I’m a Parajumpers customer too quality stuff
Well spotted - love that gear 👍
I’m surprised the Sodbuster JR didn’t make the list. It’s a great folder and stays in rotation with my locking folders. It holds its own against modern designs.
so many options.....I will check it out though 👍
Gawd that intro music is so jarring !!
I thought your Compact was red.....?, the Boker techtool is really posh for the money 👍👍
Great video, have you tested the Boker Atlas?
Surprised that you overlooked or neglected to include the Victorinox Alox Solo (a.k.a Swiss Army 1 Alox)?
I don't think the Boker XS is EDC anymore wince the law stated that its not just the cutting edge anymore but the blade length
Man, so silly you can’t have a locking blade in the uk. I think we sometimes take that for granted here in the states. We can have cannons over here lol
Great video, but you didn't say which of the 8 was your favourite and whether any would take the throne from your Victorinox 91mm. I currently own the Real Steel Luna which is a great little knife. Chose it over the Boker Tech Tool because it seemed to be a better knife.
I stopped short of picking a favourite! The Vic has added functionality so not really a replacement for me but could be additional carry! Luna is best value in my view. Kansept I purchased after the review 😊
@@JonGadget I actually had the Luna as my primary carry, then someone did a video on the Pioneer Alox X and Victorinox had a sale and the Luna got demoted lol
Where did you get a luna for thirty pounds 😵💫
Would the Opinel be legal UK carry?
Yes, but has to be non locking version
Throughout the early years of my almost eight-decades-long life I usually carried many different non-locking folding pocket knives, and never (seriously) hurt myself with any of them. However after using my first locking-blade knife, I ONLY use and carry those now, because they are arguably safer and always feel more secure in use. I absolutely understand the fact that there are legal prohibitions against carrying them in many jurisdictions throughout the world, but I think those are all examples of legislation (or regulation) gone insane. Limiting blade length make much more sense, but even the usually legal three-inch models are sufficient to severely injure or kill people, so perhaps that kind of prohibition also is ridiculous. That said, I would not care to find myself in a crowd anywhere in the world where a lot of people are carrying butcher knives. Given the concealed-carry gun laws in most U.S. states where I live, I suppose that concern is also very silly of me. We live in a world gone mad, but I suppose that first happened eons ago.
Great feedback 👍 I agree!
It's always the wrong-uns that end up ruining it for the rest of us unfortunately
True.But i prefer a backlock over a liner lock.
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Thanks!
Can you carry a fixed blade knife or gun in the UK?
No, not at all on either
@@RollrightKnightsI wonder how they keep their government in check then?
I guess it doesn't matter much because mostly everyone in every major country believes their government isn't that bad 😂.
Imagine thinking your government isn't that bad no matter where you live😂.
Maybe if their government gets too tyrannical they can sharpen sticks and throw stones🤷 😉.
Everyone in the world needs to have a gun and an armed society is a safe and polite society.
History always repeats itself, governments will "always" abuse their powers and at some point stand on the neck of the citizens.
Sic Semper Tyrannis ✊.
I had a few Opinel knives at one time, I used get one free with a shirt or Jumper when I bought them from Ernest Doe's here in the U.K. Nowadays rarely carry anything other than a Victorinox multi use. But for sure my go to when hiking fishing or out and about in the countryside is a lock knife, I have a good selection and having had a slip joint close on my fingers one time I would not use anything else. I keep all of my knives razor sharp too, as the saying goes a blunt knife is a dangerous knife!
Nope
Can't beat the trusty victorinox swiss champ
As someone who is slowly recovering from a borrowed slipjoint knife folding on their fingers.
I'll never use another.
I'll stay with the added safety of a locking blade, regardless of UK law.
fair point
As the Opinel is equipped with the Viroblock locking system, it is not exactly a non-locking knife.