THE BEST BUTTON LOCK EDC KNIVES OF ALL-TIME!!! 😱👌🏼🔥🔥🔥
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- Опубликовано: 14 окт 2024
- This EDC knife review takes a look at some excellent button lock EDC folding knives. These button lock EDC knives are made with quality materials and boast attractive aesthetics with great action. These button lock EDC knives would be a perfect addition to any man or woman’s EDC knife and gear collection.
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Links to purchase…
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Shop ALL button lock knives at Blade HQ: shrsl.com/3v876
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Shop ALL button lock knives BladeOps:
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Pro-Tech Malibu: shrsl.com/3v87a
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Pro-Tech Mordax: shrsl.com/3v87f
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Vosteed Thunderbird: shrsl.com/3v86z
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Kizer Mini Sheepdog: www.kizerknive...
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Kizer Gemini: www.knifecente...
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Kizer Original: shrsl.com/3v87k
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CJRB Pyrite: www.knifecente...
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Kizer Towser K: whitemountaink...
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Kizer Assassin XL: amzn.to/3ZoC0K3
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Vosteed Raccoon: shrsl.com/3v86z
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Civivi Conspirator: shrsl.com/3v87n
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Civivi Altus: shrsl.com/3v87o
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Kizer Hic-cup: shrsl.com/3v87q
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Kizer Cormorant: shrsl.com/3v87s
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Civivi Cogent: shrsl.com/3v87u
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CJRB Lago: shrsl.com/3v886
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Kizer Begleiter: shrsl.com/3v87w
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CJRB Feldspar: whitemountaink...
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I love my Feldspar button lock! Just replaced the pocket clip on my wood scales Conspiritor!
I'm buying a first time "nice knife" for my son and was looking for a flipper button lock and you made that decision much easier. Thank you for your insight!
Glad I could help, Jason! 👊🏼
I got into collecting knives back in 2021. The first button lock knife I bought was a CRKT BT Fighter. I then bought a Tighe Tac Two (which I have since sold). Some time in August or September, I decided to check out the newer button locks. I first bought a Conspirator (which is still my favorite), a Sentinel Strike, a Chevalier, a Sencut Wattauga, a QSP Swordfish and just got delivery of a second Conspirator the other day (11/28/2023). Tells you how much I love that model. I think I overdid it.
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The amount of these that didn’t have the option for a left handed clip placement was astounding, I would’ve probably bought most of these if not for that one specific hang-up. Also the Conspirator should for sure be tier one!
Isn't the button on the wrong side for a left-handed user anyway? I'm left-handed and I haven't really considered buying a button lock for that reason. I'm disappointed with how few knives of any design have reversible pocket clips as well.
Maybe I should search for a video ranking left-hand friendly pocket knives.
@@Mark-xv9qi I'm left handed but primarily use a knife in my right hand, but I whole heartedly get it.
My lament? Not more tip down options.
Now hold on before you laugh or mock me hahaha, it's more ergonomically efficient to how I most often use a pocket knife-
(Knife in back right pocket, tip down, blade facing in)
Reach down and pinch grip with thumb and middle finger.
Slide it out of my pocket while pulling my hand forward.
Knife falls into hand, forefinger flips blade.
Make whatever cuts.
Close blade(changes with locking mechanism).
Hand goes to pocket while my middle finger works the clip and the knife slides out of my hand into the pocket.
Done.
Sorry about the lengthy reasoning why I prefer it, but I've been given endless(good natured) ribbing about it over the years.
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Yeah need lefty models no left buying any of this shit
I share your frustration. Button locks are fantastic for lefties because it’s possibly even easier to manipulate the button with your index finger than your thumb.
Why oh why is the pocket clip on the KnifeCenter exclusive version of the Pyrite not reversible? It is infuriating!
@@dbhertz Agreed. That version is so cool I may even just deal with it. I dealt with it for years on the Elementum.
That KC exclusive CJRB Pyrite is value incarnate. Looks super sharp, is super sharp, and the action is just 👌🏻
Well said! 👌🏼
Wayne thanks for the honest real talk about these knives. Listening to others one would think all knives are perfect. I appreciate your honest warts and all reviews, especially because you like all these knives. I would like to see more info on how you fix or adjust the imperfections you do find.
By the way, I also have the Knife Center Exclusive CRJB Pyrite. It's awesome! I use it for "dress up" duties. It looks like a premium knife. Your assessment is right on.
Glad you enjoyed it, Jim, and thank you for the kind words. Honesty is my ONLY policy when it comes to knife reviews. 👌🏼🤘🏼👊🏼
I have the exact same Kormorand and it is such a great fidgety knife. Couldn't agree more about the front flipping.
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i got a elementum, cogent, and pyrite…thought they were all pretty good. but then i got the kizer cormorant 20CV and holy shit it’s fucking incredible
Yessss!! 👊🏼🙌🏼🔥
Really like that Cormorant, with that mean hollow grind! I wouldn't have been disappointed if they left the front flipper off, as I think the other two forms of deployment are a lot faster, IMO.
Totally agree! 👍🏼
Found the Kizer Hiccup organically and have been waiting to pull the trigger on it.
Thanks for the recommendation
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Awesome knives and great video as always Wayne. Can't wait for the mini sheepdog button lock to get restocked.
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I've got most of the button lock knives that have came out so far as many are affordable. Besides Protech button locks, I think the CJRB pyrite has the best action. Some of the kizer button locks make a really satisfying noise when you deploy them.
I just picked up the Pyrite and man oh man, what a knife! I wish it had a flipper tab! Such a great knife though. I have the kizer hic-cup too. pretty good but the detent is a little stiff.
I just ordered a Knifecenter Pyrite special! That thing is gorgeous. My first CJRB. Nice reviews man!
Thank you!!
Malibu ProTech they were one of the first ones is clipper and button locks but now we have more choices and at a fraction of the cost
Just got an original for Christmas and I am massively enjoying it.
Glad to hear that, bro! 👊🏼
My Kizer button lock Beglieter 2 came with solid lockup no blade play and it also feels like a magnet closing it, very addictive action! Great vid!
Thank you! 👊🏼🙌🏼
I am loving the WE MINI MALICE
That was good, I just want a bigger version.
Love my CJRB Pyrite in regular g10. At first, I found the detent to be too light. But after fidgeting with it, I realized it made it so easy for reverse flicking. Although a great EDC size, wish they also made an XL version.
Saaaame!! 🔥🔥
I got the Pyrite in all black because it was what was in stock the fastest. I absolutely love it but am tempted to get a plain steel one as well. It’s just such a delight.
Wow!!! I got my Kizer Cormarant , same as yours with the 20cv and frag titanium for around $130. I was shocked when you stated they were $180. I must have gotten one that was sold for the wrong price. Can’t complain about that , guess I got lucky!!
I’d rather be lucky than good any day! 😎👊🏼
I love civivi's Nitro V steel. I thinks its a super underrated steel. Its great for the price. Holds a decent edge and is super beginner friendly to sharpen
Couldn't agree more!
Thanks Wayne! Completely agree on the Cogent. I wish it didn’t have that cutout design on the handle. Waiting for the Pyrite to make it here to 🇨🇦!
Hope it arrives soon!
I love my mini sheepdog, thumbhole only (no flipper) in micarta and 154cm black stonewash blade… the new option you showed here with thumbhole + button lock is tempting to add
It’s sooo freakin good!
Excellent 👍 video!!
Nice list Wayne! Own a few of them. Glad the Thunderbird made the list, and Vosteeds newest the Valkyrie is awesome too. Thanks for the video!
Love the Thunderbird and I just got the Valkyrie today. Both outstanding knives and great values.
I can’t wait to check out the Valkyrie!! 🔥🔥
I really love my medford smooth criminal. The button lock almost feels like it pulls the knife closed.
Unfortunately the company is owned by a bigot so no one buys their shit anymore. Tough to see him double down and rapidly lose credibility, but glad to see the community reject xenophobic nonsense.
Yeah. The smooth criminal is really on a level above all these. More expensive too though.
I still love my smock above all else I've tried
I have a button lock Civivi Elementum on the way, very excited
Ooooo very nice!
22:51 I agree on the gimping!! That would have been huge on the Gemini buttonlock!!
Thanks, Wayne! I will definitely check the Vosteed Thunderbird out!
SO good!! 👌🏼🔥
Love my titanium frag cormorant though my first one was a lemon had to get another knife but kizer did me very right.
Alot of awesome choices! Great video brotha 👍
Thanks J! 👊🏼
I had the exact same problem with the Kaiser begleiter as you did. I took it apart and cleaned it then put it back together and it's a little better but it's not perfect. Really surprised to get a knife like this from Kaiser!!!
Love the CJRB Pyrite. I have the White Mountain exclusive one with Gmascus handles. Great knife especially for the price.
Maybe I'm stupid or I didn't see it in the video but what's your opinion of the civivi button lock, just picked one up and I love it.
I’m not sure exactly which Civivi button lock you’re talking about, but in general Civivi has done an excellent job with them. My favorites so far are the Cogent, Altus and Conspirator.
I’ve got a few additions for you… Hogue -01 and 04 both in 154 with aluminum scales…Benchmade Mini Adamas…etc
The Mini Adamas isn’t a button lock
@@WaynesSharpWorld True.. I goofed…
Server: "Are you ready to order?"
Wayne: "I'm bad at decisions, and a case can be made for any of them. So, I've separated the dishes into tiers..."
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(Great vid, though. Thanks for uploading. Cheers!)
I have legitimately ordered two different sandwiches before because I couldn’t decide. Ya boi ALWAYS hungry!! 😂😂
Hey glad to see my ole Feldspar button lock made the list 😆 and Is this a fact about Larren Thomas supervising the heat treatment at ProTech? If so, that's freaking awesome 😂 makes my Magnacut Mordax that much better lol.
They sure do! They even posted about it on insta before releasing the first new batch of Mordax’s.
You 100% missed the Boker Kwaiken Button Lock (non-auto). Your review style is amongst my favorite, and I would love to see you review that knife.
Thanks Aaron! I’ll try to get my hands on one! For what it’s worth, I did handle one at Shot Show and like it.
amazing list couldn’t agree more! Pro tip for the conspirator you can pick up a banter clip on amazon super cheap and it’s the biggest upgrade!
Ooooooo nice!!
@@WaynesSharpWorld i’m curious what are your thoughts on the WE mini malice? i always wanted one but they seem overpriced
@@colinclarke9379 it was solid. That design just needs to be bigger for me. Full size Malice BL would be 👌🏼🤌🏼🔥
Great list, love me some button locks!
Got the Cormaran in my pocket right now. One of my favorite EDCs
Good choice for #1. Was not expecting that until I saw the Mordax. Protech knocks it out of the park. Been eyeballing the Malibu for quite some time. I would like the wharncliffe Blade one though. I do have to say I think the Conspirator sould have been in the tier One. 🙂
I’m really hoping some retailers come out with an exclusive for the Conspirator!
Ahhhh….
So I stil have to save up for a Malibu. Man, these things are expensive here in Europe.
Would be nice to also include the type of steal n it should also factor into the button lock and assisted type knives
Orion Solaris, Orion Scorpio & Sencut Sachse are all worthy 2022 mentions... 👍
Saving my couch pennies for the next drop of the Vosteed Thunderbird, but the Scorpio is very next after that, followed by the Lago.
I love my Conspirator however can’t argue with your gripes tier 1 to me but you ain’t wrong either! Wanted the Knife Center Pyrite but no lefty clip unfortunately same with mini sheepdog.
Just ordered a malibu dragon scales can't wait
Nice pickup!! Enjoy! 👊🏼🔥
You missed the Kizer XL Button lock Begleiter. Came out with the Assassin but IMO is a more notable button lock.
Last year I went from zero button locks in my collection to 15 (17 if you count my two automatics). I have several of the knives in your video and pretty much agree with your assessments. What is missing from your list are my two best button locks - the WE Mini Malice and the WE Culex. The Culex has a perfect detent and is an excellent knife. The Mini Malice is also fantastic. I would be hard pressed to pick one over the other but would probably give the edge to the Mini Malice due to better ergos. I love my button locks and will no doubt buy more.
The Mini Malice really just made me want a bigger version. I will admit, the Culex is one of the few I have not handled yet!
Wow great timing, I ordered the towser k button lock a few minutes before this video went live lol
Did you get the mini or the large one?
@@poseidons_636 I got the large one, the mini was sold out. I also have big hands and like a blade long enough to cut a sandwich in half without getting the pivot dirty
@@wasabijoe323 nice, I've been waiting for the mini to come back into stock for a while now, might get the large one though
Nice! 👊🏼
Great list Wayne. My list would be
Kizer Towser K WMK exclusive mine has a weak detent. IMP right now.
Kizer komorant
Civivi Cogent
Kizer Towser K WMK exclusive
Kizer Beglieter XL
Civivi Conspirator
Civivi Altus
CRKT Tighe Tac Two
Protech Malibu
Kizer Original
CJRB Pyrite WMK exc.
Protech TR-4 Chris Kyle Foundation.
Missed the Thunderbird and Raccon but the Valkyrie will be in the mail today from WMK.
Very nice bro 👌🏼🔥🔥🔥
I wish they’d make more of those button lock feldspars
You can get nice milled ti clips from the civivi store. I did my conspirator and Deff makes it seem like a very premium knives
Got one on order. 👊🏼
Lol don’t never say I didn’t teach ya something lol
Hey bro how do you like the new clip. Have you bought 10 more?
I need a full size titanium sheep dog button lock, also if like button locks I highly recommend ADV knives. Midtech made in Africa they are very pretty
A full size Sheepdog BL would be 👌🏼🤌🏼🔥🔥
I have that same beglieter 2, which also had the same exact issues out of the box. Took it apart, and now it’s fine but yeah, weird..
Great list, like um all!
Larrin Thomas came up with the original composition of MagnaCut, so he’s the creator of it for all intents and purposes. Crucible helped make his dream come true, of course, but it wouldn’t be possible without him.
On my end, I now have most of the BLs you had here, but still missing out on the Protechs. I’m craving for one for a while now lol. I’d take either, Mordax or Malibu. Or both haha
I would love to see Protech come out with a completely new model! 🔥🔥🔥
@@WaynesSharpWorld I will be skipping take out for a few months to get one, if a new one came out haha
Good choices 👌
Thanks 😁👊🏼
I was gonna say….no ProTech? I own 3 Malibus and 1 new Mordax. Best button locks USA made knife
is there a specific name for a flipper with a button lock? Like a sub category?
I don’t think there’s anything too specific.
Thanks, WSW, pretty good list. Begleiter XL and Raccoon a little higher in lineup for me.
Both great blades!
Just ordered the small but mighty Altus for traveling across the country.
Excellent choice! 👌🏼🔥
Great list. Ones I would add would be the Orion knives solaris and scorpio. Love those knives.
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32:02 - You mentioned that it’s a lot easier to get ahold of the Protec Malibu, but do you have any specific stores that you might recommend checking to try to find it?
At BladeHQ, for instance, which you linked to in the description, they basically have none in stock other than the ultrapremium one for multi thousands of dollars.
Yea… turns out they’re still selling like crazy! DLT had a pretty big shipment of like 6 different versions and they’re all gone already! Craziness! I just checked around and can’t really find anything either now. I swore I saw some here and there.
@@WaynesSharpWorld I appreciate your reply all the same!
Just preordered the KC Exclusive Pyrite.
Nice! 👊🏼🔥
I can’t decide between kizer assassin and the kizer original? Out of those two which would you pick. My only button lock is the conspirator and I love it
I’d go original all day 👌🏼🔥
@@WaynesSharpWorld thank you! Why is it so much better?
@@michaelgeorge5197 I just prefer the thumbstuds and aesthetics over the Assassin.
I love my pyrite. I have the stainless steel handle version
Looking a recommendation on a button lock. I have had and returned the Cormorant and Conspiritor. My problems with them were lackluster action, button stick or effort required and finally the irritating to me “tunk” sound on deployment. The “tunk” to me sounds like plastic tubes being hit together. Maybe there isn’t one that fits my criteria.
Lol, Did you let them break in Or add a drop of oil to the button usually changes it. I have two conspirators I’d like them so much
@@Hungrybird474 I had them both about three weeks. Disassemble and oiled the Cormorant, oiled the Conspirator.
I don't own any button lock knives myself. Is the button only for closing them, or do you need the button to open them as well?
I'm looking for a flipper, possibly an assisted flipper, that won't open without pressing the button.
Any recommendations would be welcome, especially in the 3.5" to 5" blade length.
No you don’t need the button to open them. You can press the button and flick it out but there’s also some other form of deployment such as a flipper or thumbstuds
Thank you Wayne. Orion Knives Scorpio or Solaris?
I’d go Solaris I think.
The xl asassin and xl beg r kickass . Asassin had to break in but for only one deployment it’s up there for sure , orion solaris 👍. And kizer has the ti clips now so they all got them and it makes ergos even better imo .
Yea those new clips are 👌🏼👌🏼🔥🔥🔥
I got a Beglieter xl that was a lemon 154cm steel which is a steel I like but Idk? I must-have gotten a bad heat treat bc it just doesn't sharpen up all that well
Sweet reviews dude
Thank you so much!! 👊🏼
I need Kizer to put reversible pocket clips on their sheepdogs and originals. Such a damn shame they didnt put them on there.
Surprised yet not surprised the Civivi Chevalier did not make the list. What was your biggest gripe with it? Action? Light detent?
Probably because the Conspirator and Chevalier are one in the same knife when it comes down to it. And the Conspirator will always be favored because the Chevalier resembles a penis more or less.
Light detent
I like that sheepsfoot blade. Didn't think it looked like a penis, but an enlarged Swiss army knife blade
Nice choices!
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Great list, thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it! 👊🏼
Conspirator should be in tier 1, I have green micarta/black blade. It has no button stick, gets extremely sharp, has extended jimping on the spine, the ergos are very good and it sounds great. I also put the black Civivi milled Ti clip on it. I had a Pyrite and the centering was off because the scales weren't straight. Garbage.
I’ve had 3 Pyrites now and all have had great centering. I’m actually in the middle of getting a different Conspirator that may change my opinion. Might make a video about it when it’s done.
I guess he really likes his Kizer knives!
Yes Larrin did design the steel
My CJRB Lago is PERFECT. Easily one of my favorite knives.
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That Vosteed Thunderbird is super nice! Too bad they are sold out everywhere/not being made anymore.
I believe there’s another run coming.
@@WaynesSharpWorld Knife Center has Vosteed Thunderbirds listed as out of stock but ship in 2-3 days. Not sure how accurate that info is...
I have the begleiter 2 and XL and I would put the XL in tier 3. In my opinion (at least with mine) the detent isn't strong enough for a great action with the flipper tab. The Begleiter 2 (at least mine) I'd say is at least a tier 2 maybe even a low tier 1. I do like the action on the assassin xl a little bit better.
Glad you got a better Beg2 than me! 👊🏼
Does your Mordax have lock stick like mine? If I use the flipper tab to open it, it locks up so hard that I need to press decently hard on the button to get it to release. You literally hear a "ting" when it unlocks. Any thoughts or help on this will be greatly appreciated 🙏
Mine has a little but nothing close to that bad
If it’s as bad as you say, I’d return it if not too late
Great list Wayne!
Thanks Mitch! 👊🏼
D10 🔥🔥🔥
The grey richlite on the mini sheepdog feels like cardboard to me. But i totally agree the action on it is unique and fantastic!
Agree. Isn’t richlite essentially paper though?
I’m worn out now. All that and end on two Pro-techs. Great.
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The spartan pallas is the only button lock knife ive handled that is better than the malibu and the mordax. It is a big knife but damn its good!
Ketou Triad should make the list
That is why I don't buy button locks that are cheap I like for the detent to be tuned properly and no lock stick. Thanks for the review.
Yea they can become inconsistent on budget offerings
No Spyderco Smock??
My bad in leaving that one out. 🤦🏻♂️
I still love my Spiderco Smock.
Which is the thinner of the two Pro tech’s?
They’re actually almost the exact same, but the Malibu is wider so it sits and feels a tad better in the pocket. However when compared with the Malibu, they’re both very very similar.
Be nice if you’d added blade length to your selections. Important to some of us!
I always do for reviews, but left them out for this list. I’ll be sure to include them next time.
They didn’t inset the liners like the original t1 but it’s still ok . Oh my bad it’s a Gemini so there’s hope to see a t1 button lock…with inset liners
Pyrite KC exclusive for the win!!
Yesss! 🔥🔥🔥
no we knife ziffius/exciton?
Love a button lock and Kizer has done a good job on several models, but on some others the button protruded too much and could be released accidently while using the knife
My Kansept tac EDC is my favorite button lock. Great knife.
I must be turning into a knife nut, but I will not buy one not having an inset pocket clip attachment. The cormorant is my favorite out of the ones in the video and thinking of getting the fat carbon version.