Alex please give the model or number of this Kershaw knive. To find it exactly where to buy it. Thanks for your excellent videos as usual. Greetings from Chile.
I have the Kershaw Camber in S30V,..although it was $80 at the time,..it's one of the most underatted knives in my opinion..Speed safe design with a Flipper action,..if it had tumb studs,..I would love it that much more..
Thank you so much Cody for the review. It really means a lot to me for you to take the time and create a video that I requested. Also thanks to everybody in the comments for all the support. We really appreciate it. - Alex
Someone pointed out that the assisted opening is used by companies cause its easier to do that than it is to make a knife that opens well without it. Makes good sense after that was pointed out
Cody: The fact that you chose to support a young follower and his recently departed father is one of many reasons I continue to follow your channel. I have said many times: I found you because of the ram pump video. I continue to watch, even if a given video isn't particularly interesting to me, because I believe you're a decent man with good intentions. Yes, this is how you make your living. That's still legal in America....I think. Good on ya for recognizing a young follower who's day you probably just made!
I think what gives me the fizz about this is here's a 15 year old young man who's carrying on the family tradition by carrying his own pocket knife. Shockingly, not many of the younger generation does, and that's a huge knock for me. I mean I'm 30 years old, and I am always in shock when I go to a gathering and I'm the only person pulling out a knife or multitool. I'm not saying a knife makes a man, but I will say that the men who carry knives everyday definitely have a certain character that makes them stand above in my eyes. Bravo kiddo, I'm sure your a great man!
I know exactly what you are talking about. I really hope I can instill the proper morals and manlyness in my son that is sorely missing in this generation. Due to not having a father that could really teach me anything, I had to learn all of my skills in 2 ways, through my grandfather(whom I lost before I got all of the lessons I needed) and through trial and error.
I don't typically comment, but sometimes I feel compelled to tell creators how they have influenced my life. I once watched, many years ago now, your "worst knife" video. It was the Emerson Mini A100 and despite all your complaintes the only thing I could think was "where can I get one" lol. We do not agree on many things, but that is why I watch you and your content. Always top notch and enjoyable! Keep up the good work.
My EDC has, 80% of the time, been a Kershaw since I got my first Leek (1660) over 15 years ago. I keep an eye out for deals on their "entry-level" offerings and I've picked up more than a few in the $15-25 range with particular purpose as the "not worried about abusing it" knife and/or to give a guy who was without one. If anyone knows of a better manufacturer for bang-for-the-buck folder, I'd like to hear it. Alex, thanks for sharing. I hate that you lost your dad, especially so young. I'll be praying that you will find good, strong, honorable, real men who show what it means to be Servant as Leader. That, while no one can fill that void, there will be men who can help you as you're learning how to carry the mantle of manhood. Just that you reached out to Cody and trusted because of the times that you shared with your father, it says a lot about you already. I have absolutely zero doubt that you'll do awesome things and grow to become the kind of man that would make your dad proud and make the rest of us take inventory within ourselves. I sure hope that we hear from you again.
I've carried Ken onion Kershaws for many years. The Leek is my favorite. Good size yet streamline in the pocket. Not great for really greasy hands though.
I've been carrying a Kershaw assisted opener for about 10 years. I really love them. I'm very tough on my knives and the Kershaw holds up. I'll probably get one of this model soon.
Looks like a good one. I have probably a dozen Kershaws, most are inexpensive like this one and a couple USA made ones, they have all held up really well. I love the assisted open, once you get used to it there is no going back! My go-to is the Clash (yup, awful name) but looks like prices are about double what they were.
That is one nice knife, definitely gives me the fizz. My knife addiction can go on for so long til it breaks the bank! Self restraint is key. My current carry is a Civivi full size Bullmastiff flipper with a 9Cr18MoV blade and black G10 scales. First thing I did was remove the belt clip and get a wide nylon sheath for it.
Been a fan and have been watching your channel for awhile now and I FINALLY bought a Benchmade 940 Osbourne I had broken my other EDC and I remembered your love for the knife. All I can say is I am not disappointed and thank you for doing what you do and sharing these videos, thoughts, and most importantly real-world experience. It is not too often anymore that people genuinely know what they are talking about and test things as you do for us (the viewer). Have a blessed rest of your day.
That is a nice looking knife. I have had a Kershaw for my EDC for years now. They are great knives I have so many knives but my Kershaw has been a blessing. It's a frame lock and the pocket clip is deep and super strong even holds on through the washer and dryer
Alex, My dad died when I was 27, as I just was making my career and becoming an adult. I still miss him and doing woodwork in the shop, which was his hobby, I wonder how he feels about my workmanship. I feel for you and may God bless you and your family.
Been carrying a Kershaw Cryo for many years. It has never failed (well, the spring did and the company sent a replacement which was easy to replace). I also paid about $25 (10 years ago). This looks like the "next gen." Great review and big Nutnfancy fan as well!
Review on the Benchmade CLA 4300? It’s been my everyday carry for a long time and it’s been through a lot of tough situations and is still cutting paper like butter. Very highly recommend, Thanks Cody.
I lost my Dad when I was 1 year old, he passed on his 22nd birthday, I can not put into words the feeling that I felt the day I understood,.....it became a part of me, a part of who I am........Now I’m 71 and the older I get the more I feel what that little boy felt. But, even so, I have always been a doer, a fixer, a creator with my mind and my hands, growing up in the corn belt around farmers and their I can do it mentality. Every winter the farmers would gather around a pot belly stove at the one gas station in town and talk about the past season and what they dealt with, along with a lot of colorful stories and I would run up there every morning and lean against the wall and listen, I was 6.
I think it is great how your not to big to reach out to your subscribers like this. I've been following for several years and your content is golden. Love my Kershaw 1555ti "cryo" also a great budget knife
Cody, this was a great knife review, and an even better example at the end of the video of how to rally around a young man who has lost a father. I came to your channel a LONG time ago when I happened to see a thumbnail of you and your very young son as you were teaching him how to use a chainsaw to remove a stump. Your love and patience with him was so inspiring, and the real honor and respect that he showed to you were so attractive to me as a father of two sons and two daughters. I subscribed right then and there, and have not missed a video since. Thank you for your love of God, family, and brotherhood . . . God bless you and your beautiful family . . .
I’ve never been an active viewer of survival related content on RUclips but if I’m ever looking for some good advice it’s always a pleasure to find this channel 😃
Cody, a great video once again. Enjoyed every bit of it. I was wondering if you are planning to do a follow up video on that 40$ axe "ochsenkopf". Remember? You said you will strip the paint and treat the handle with boiled linseed oil. I would love to watch a video of that!
Cody I think you hit the nail on the head with the way Kershaw names their products. Now that you say it I'm realizing I've been avoiding Kershaw mostly for that reason!
Good point re. liner locks. My two favorite knives are a PM2 and Griptilian. With the axis lock you still need to get your hand out of the way when you close it. I have had an assisted Kershaw for 10 years and have never found it dangerous and it has never self deployed.
Just wanted to say God bless you for still managing to upload videos in your physical state 👍 best of luck on your road to recovery! Sending my prayers to Alex 🙏 🕊
Like you and many others, Nutnfancy has cost me tons of money. I know this is certainly not for everyone and its tough if you CCW IWB at the 4 or 5 o clock but lately I have been carrying a small fixed blade knife IWB on my belt like a Esse Izula, CRKT minimalist, Bradord Guardian, Benchmade hidden canyon, and a few others. I will also carry a victorinox farmer or victorinox hiker in my back pocket right alongside my wallet. Small mundane tasks I use the victorinox like packages and whatnot I use the victorinox. It's also great having the extra tools like the screwdrivers and saw as well. Bigger tasks I use the small fixed blade to cut food or process game or fish. cutting rope and rigging at work, small bushcraft tasks, and whatever general knife stuff comes about. If I'm lazy or sore or it's a million degrees out and don't have heavy clothing on I'll just throw a folding knife in my pocket but I do like having that stout fixed blade and my right jeans pocket free for whatever I want to put in it. You can also throw the small fixed blade in your jeans pocket at well where you carry your folder but I don't find that super comfortable.
You should look into the opinel( carbone) my grandfather carried it my father carried the same knife and now I am carrying the same knife. It cost about $20 and is a knife that can be passed down thro generation
I’ve been carrying the Kershaw Select Fire for years as a landscaper. The driver tips mean you’ll never risk your knife tip and the driver actually holds enough to fix small motor issues, use it on fence gates, a lot. I’ve hacked 1” vines with it. Divet cut 2”branches. Hell my father in law liked it so much my wife bought em one for a gift. Runs about $40, holds an edge, has useful gizmos. Perfect for a 15 year old. Edit: Driver bits will rust after being sweated on during hard work but the blade holds finish.
I bought a little, Camillus Wedge flipper around 2 years ago from Walmart for $13 bucks; i use it often and have had no issues. I like Kershaw, Buck, Gerber, Camillus and I'm really impressed with the, Holtzman Gorilla Survival folding knife, I've seen some reviews on it and I see it in my future. Thank you for your video, for $20 bucks you can't go wrong. I like the Kershaw Blur as well. I hope people who can't spend alot on a knife know that there are many budget knives of good quality that can last you years under normal use and taking care of it. Many knife experts say most people aren't going to use their expensive knives for EDC; there going to get roughed up anyway. My philosophy is if you buy a budget knife and it farts on you after a couple years it doesn't really matter, by that time your looking to buy another knife anyway and probably have already bought other knives since. 😂😎👍
I have been carrying a kershaw for about 3 or so years. It's not that model but has a 1inch blade, with a bottle opener and a tie off. The blade has withstood many a different things and it is an awesome little knife.
I got this exact knife for Christmas. It came with a good factory edge and after stropping it a few times it was razor sharp. For new years I dressed and butchered an entire sheep with it since it was the only knife i had on me. It worked great
Alex, I'm so sorry that you've lost your dad at such a young age. I can't imagine what that must be like. (I had mine 'til he was 90, and I was 47. I just turned 68.) I can echo Cody's words of advice to you. And I would add: I pray that God will bring other men into your life, not to replace your dad, but help you learn to grow up honest, true, free and honorable. As your Dad would have, I'm sure. Keep plugged in here, even if it's sometimes painful with memories or "empty places" where you wish your dad could have shared that moment with you. Grief will come in stages, and in times that are unpredictable. Embrace those moments, they are the price of loving someone, and that's not a bad thing. We'll be praying for you as well.
Good review of a good edc knife. Alex, I’m really sorry for your loss. I was also 15 when I lost my dad. I’m 46 now. It’s been a long road but life is good. Take care and stay close to your loved ones and you will carry on. All the best young man.
I I carry a Keyshawn 1830 ODSW as my EDC it has been flawless for years now. The model you are showing here has the pocket clip on the opposite end of wear mine is, which I do not like as well. Mine cam be reversed. The handle on mine is also a green with a sort of random pattern grip. Making it very comfortable and slip resistant. The assisted blade opener has always been good for me although a thumb bolt would have been nice as well. I personally prefer a lock back or push button blade lock over the lock liners for the reasons you expressed. But so few knives today seem to have the other two so I have gotten used to it and so far have not lost any blood.
Case came out with 3 new flippers last summer and I love them, I have used benchmade and the case flippers and I love the case a LOT more. Much better handles and feels higher quality
My favorite folding knife is Kershaw Freefall. It seems very similar to this knife. I would recommend Kershaw to anyone. Thank you for helping this young man that is going through tough times.
100 agree with the naming. Make it like a vin number. Country of origin, steel type, blade length, blade shape, etc. Great idea.. I just got a Cold Steel Voyager with AUS 10A Japanese steel. Love it. Check it out.
The warehouse knife sale was awesome. I remember going at midnight the night before and sitting out in the cold all night. I walked to McDonald's for some warm food and something to drink. Maybe I was in line with you at some point
“You’re all packing around dull knives anyway” that cracked me up because it’s so true lol. I have had many kershaws and loved all but one. All got lost except for one special leek I still have that got destroyed in a motorcycle accident
A solid work knife that I've used and beat up the most has been my ontario knife company rat 1, it's a great knife for the price and has good steel to boot
Steal does matter to some but one thing I think people forget is a knife you have to sharpen more helps novice owners learn how to sharpen your knife and at a budget that seems like the main audience great review
I carry a Kershaw 1555t1 it's a cheap and easy carry for a EDC doing mechanic work is hard on a knife and it preforms well in the battle field !! Have a great day!!
I have carried a Kershaw cryo for years. Love the little budget tank. But I've been a good boy, and decided to treat myself to something new. Order the Civivi Odium and it comes in tomorrow. Pretty excited to fondle it. It's a gentlemanly lil heathen. And btw- love TNP
Cody, I have carried Kershaws for years. My first one was a Menards exclusive picked up on Black Friday for 5 bucks. It was the best knife I had ever owned. I have Spydercos, Gerber's, SOG, etc. It had a cast handle. It was a assisted opening, I never had it open in my pocket or flip out of my hand. Sadly, I lost it. I Kershaw didn't sell it direct as it was built for Menards that one year. I found one on ebay for 20 bucks, new. I carried those to identical knifes for almost 15 years with no issues. I finally wore out the plastic bushing. Contacted Kershaw and sent it in for repair. They said it wasn't repairable and told me they would credit me the value. I ask what was the comparable model was and they sent it to me. I didn't even pay shipping. It also has a cast handle and is assisted opening. Again, no issues carrying or flipping out of my hand. No hot spots and keeps an edge fairly well. I don't remember what silly name they call it. I have had it going on 5 years now. About a year ago I had a gift card and thought I would upgrade to a "high" quality knife. I couldn't find one that gave me any fizz close to the Kershaw, including the 940. Mine has a lanyard hole big enough for paracord, the blade is centered, it has none of the negatives you mentioned. I think Kershaw price is closer to 40.00 but to me Kershaw is a top shelf knife at a budget price. Awesome job and supporting a young viewer keep up the great content. Prayers to you an your family.
Kershaw had their annual Christmas sale until the pandemic hit. The past couple of years they haven't had the warehouse events. Hopefully they resume the warehouse sales in December 2022!
Cody the advice you gave the young man has to be the most standup manly thing I have heard in a looong time. Not since my dad when I was little. I'm 50 now and he is gone. He went when he was 93, and I carry his knowledge to this day and am now passing it to my son. As long as he sticks to your advice and stays true in his heart that young man will do just fine. Love the channel, stay blessed and keep on keeping on brother.✌🏼❤️🇺🇸🌲
With my just arrived 940 in hand, thanks to your repeated endorsement, i’d like to see a similar review… Benchmade Osborne 940 > tumbled finish on blade > not open back > no lanyard hole > not deep carry clip > big name on carry clip Lots of the same negatives as the $23 knife but… lots of positives.
I've been using a little Gerber "Bear Grylls" knife for a few years now. I originally thought it would be cheap with the celebrity endorsement and all but it's held up great.
A Kershaw 1555TI assisted opening has been my EDC for the better part of the last decade. I've never once had it "fly" out of my hands when opening lol. Nor have I ever had it open in my pocket. I'm also not super diligent about cleaning it either. Yes...if it gets dirty, I'll rinse it off to get whatever gunk is on it off but...never any issues with the mechanism. I get that some models could be more susceptible to this than others but, I've got nothing but great things to say about it. To the point where I don't even know what I'd replace it with if I had to. Possibly this knife. Occasionally I'll check out some other knives as a possible replacement but I can never find one that comes remotely close to it.
Cody, I'm pretty sure you meant James Bowie(1796-March 6, 1836) of Alamo fame. My EDC is Buck USA 285 camo with a Compass Industries Silver Falcon in my back pocket for back up.
i agree with the assisted, I have the s30v blur and the assisted almost seems like it hinders the speed of the opening, id rather if they invested more in a better pivot than spring assist. I will say though with the track tech on the blur it does keep it in your hand a bit better.
My condolences go out to you Alex. I've carried the Ken onion Kershaw Scallion for over 20 years now. In on occasion when I'm dressed up I carry my great grandpa's 3 blade case folder. The blades are a little worn down from years of Widdling and other uses. I have a bench made 940 but like the size of the Scallion better. Well I think you doing this review for Alex is really nice.
I like large knives with around a 4" blade, and those with thick blades. For the past 5 or 6 years, I've carried an. Artisan Cutlery Jungle. For the previous 15-20 years, I carried Kershaw assisted opening knives, and never had a problem opening them, or their opening in pockets. Before that, I tried carrying automatic knives, but I DID have accidental "discharges" with them, so I no longer carry them in my pocket.
I have a couple Kershaw and Gerber knives and love them!!! The Kershaw Blur is one of my favorite mine was about $80 5 or so years ago I think it’s a little cheaper now but it’s a great knife
My grandfather was an uncle henry fan ,and my father is an old timer fan. and i myself am an old timer fan i carry the trapper folding model and my father carries the traditional small 3 blade old timer .my wife got the one i have for me for our 1 year anniversary ,and that was going on 6 years ago i have zero complaints .
Its amazing to me that with all the great knife companies that are in our area they havent reached out to do a colab with you. If that due make sure you get paid a ton so cause I know a ton of subs will but the knife.
My dad gave me a Kershaw that he bought in the 90s it has 2410 steel made in japan has a thumb stud that would only work for a righthanded person and a partially serrated edge and is ground on one side.
I've had 5 Benchmade, love em and as far as the flip, I use a snap of the wrist and the blade snaps out. It does take practice but it's pretty intimidating when you do. Nice review by the way.
I have always liked knives but I just recently started getting into knives. I only had a few knives that have actually lasted longer then a year or so. Since i started this journey ive aquired a nice Gerber paraframe, CRKT S.P.E.W. warncliff, a Ruike (cant remember model), a Sencut sachse, and a Vosteed corgi. The corgi is my favorite EDC folder, and i carry the CRKT on my belt. I have an old Kershaw that ive had for years also, gonna have to upgrade my Kershaw now. Lol
I thought this was my secret, great one for the car (Camshaft). At this price I had to get 2 when they went on sale at Big 5. It's like a mini foldable Bowie. Great Review!
I've been carrying a Kershaw Ken Onion Leek(1660). Only complaint I have had has been the in pocket lock. I have broken atleast 3 of them. I keep 2 on hand, 1 for daily use and 1 as a shiny "dress" knife.
I've carried a Benchmade for a long time, the 940 mini. It has flew down stairs, off a roof, all kinds of things and it's still going. I even took your suggestion from a yesteryear video suggesting the TSPROF sharpening system and put my own edge on it that I maintain. I even took the clip off of it and carry it in my pocket watch jeans pocket, which amazingly fits perfect. I think these Kershaw's, even though not the most expensive of steels and that yours already has a bent tip, would still do just fine when sharpened for everyday tasks. Do you need to spend the $180 on a Benchmade to cut some boxes? No, not really. That's why I see the value in these kinds of knives. The average EDC'er is typically going to be people in retail, an office setting, or something relevant where the knife won't see much use regardless. It's a reason I never bash people for their choices of a knife. I understand the quality differences now that I've been sharpening mine for a long time & in comparison to cheaper knives I have (also a more expensive Fox one I have using M390), but a knife is a knife, it cuts things, including you. If I had to consolidate all my knives, I'd be down to my 940 mini, just saying :-)
Nice knife. I have always been fond of Gerber & Kershaw myself. My last 2 edc knives were made by them. They are still kicking but I just recently replaced my Gerber Auto 6 w/ an AL Mar design not too long ago.
I grabbed a few Kershaws at Christmas time and was very impressed with the quality for the price . I offered my friend a choice between a much more expensive CRKT and one of them . He hummed and hawed offer it for a long time , as I did thinking which one to give away , in the end he choose the Kershaw.
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Not a bad looking knife thx
Alex please give the model or number of this Kershaw knive. To find it exactly where to buy it. Thanks for your excellent videos as usual. Greetings from Chile.
@@robertocastillo2260 I think it is funny you replied to Cody's message with the link and model name...asking model or number of the knife on
I have the Kershaw Camber in S30V,..although it was $80 at the time,..it's one of the most underatted knives in my opinion..Speed safe design with a Flipper action,..if it had tumb studs,..I would love it that much more..
Kershaw has no affiliation with Gerber I think you have mistaken sir...
Thank you so much Cody for the review. It really means a lot to me for you to take the time and create a video that I requested. Also thanks to everybody in the comments for all the support. We really appreciate it. - Alex
awesome recommendation, I think I will pick one of those up for myself! thanks!
solide review, i was thinking o buying one, util i saw the tip bent from just a drop, sadly i think the stee is too soft
I wish you the best young man and keep your head up. Things will get easier in time.
Someone pointed out that the assisted opening is used by companies cause its easier to do that than it is to make a knife that opens well without it. Makes good sense after that was pointed out
Good luck young man.
Cody: The fact that you chose to support a young follower and his recently departed father is one of many reasons I continue to follow your channel. I have said many times: I found you because of the ram pump video. I continue to watch, even if a given video isn't particularly interesting to me, because I believe you're a decent man with good intentions. Yes, this is how you make your living. That's still legal in America....I think. Good on ya for recognizing a young follower who's day you probably just made!
Thank you, Ben
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Knife review for a young viewer.
Pays tribute to RUclipsr Nut N Fancy.
Straight up, honest assessment.
Class Act right there.
Thank you Cody for being a great role model. Alex, just know that you have a bunch of brothers praying for you and your family. Lord bless you both.
Yep and yep 💙
I was going to say the same . Alex you are part of a brotherhood I think it's fair to say we are all here for you
I think what gives me the fizz about this is here's a 15 year old young man who's carrying on the family tradition by carrying his own pocket knife. Shockingly, not many of the younger generation does, and that's a huge knock for me. I mean I'm 30 years old, and I am always in shock when I go to a gathering and I'm the only person pulling out a knife or multitool. I'm not saying a knife makes a man, but I will say that the men who carry knives everyday definitely have a certain character that makes them stand above in my eyes. Bravo kiddo, I'm sure your a great man!
I know exactly what you are talking about. I really hope I can instill the proper morals and manlyness in my son that is sorely missing in this generation. Due to not having a father that could really teach me anything, I had to learn all of my skills in 2 ways, through my grandfather(whom I lost before I got all of the lessons I needed) and through trial and error.
I don't typically comment, but sometimes I feel compelled to tell creators how they have influenced my life. I once watched, many years ago now, your "worst knife" video. It was the Emerson Mini A100 and despite all your complaintes the only thing I could think was "where can I get one" lol. We do not agree on many things, but that is why I watch you and your content. Always top notch and enjoyable! Keep up the good work.
That Emerson was trash,
My EDC has, 80% of the time, been a Kershaw since I got my first Leek (1660) over 15 years ago. I keep an eye out for deals on their "entry-level" offerings and I've picked up more than a few in the $15-25 range with particular purpose as the "not worried about abusing it" knife and/or to give a guy who was without one.
If anyone knows of a better manufacturer for bang-for-the-buck folder, I'd like to hear it.
Alex, thanks for sharing. I hate that you lost your dad, especially so young. I'll be praying that you will find good, strong, honorable, real men who show what it means to be Servant as Leader. That, while no one can fill that void, there will be men who can help you as you're learning how to carry the mantle of manhood.
Just that you reached out to Cody and trusted because of the times that you shared with your father, it says a lot about you already. I have absolutely zero doubt that you'll do awesome things and grow to become the kind of man that would make your dad proud and make the rest of us take inventory within ourselves.
I sure hope that we hear from you again.
Leeks are pretty knives especially there damascus steel one!
@@master6435 Wait, there is a damascus Leek? Leeks are my EDC. Most comfortable clip on ever!
@@The_Chad_ yup part number KS1660DAMBK-BRK I pan on buying it and the gold plated and switching the demascus blade into the gold handles
Loveeeee love love the leeks. I have two currently. Knife center has a s30v exclusive leek right now.
Just ordered the Kershaw Link.
i am glad to see cody is still touching base with followers and has not lost touch with the fan base that has given him this channel and lifestyle 👍👍
Man, that single drop bent the tip of it pretty good. Can't say I've ever seen a knife do that.
I've carried Ken onion Kershaws for many years. The Leek is my favorite. Good size yet streamline in the pocket. Not great for really greasy hands though.
I have that knife, you are correct on it being slippery when wet.
I recommend the leek also
I miss your knife reviews Cody.
Great history of blade shapes, comparisons, and thoughts.
Thank you Alex, my condolonces.
Thanks for recommendation Alex, I recently lossed my Kershaw and need another affordable one. I use it to cut open bales. I’ll look for this one.
I've been carrying a Kershaw assisted opener for about 10 years. I really love them. I'm very tough on my knives and the Kershaw holds up. I'll probably get one of this model soon.
Your edc/bushcraft vids have always been my favorite
Looks like a good one. I have probably a dozen Kershaws, most are inexpensive like this one and a couple USA made ones, they have all held up really well. I love the assisted open, once you get used to it there is no going back! My go-to is the Clash (yup, awful name) but looks like prices are about double what they were.
That is one nice knife, definitely gives me the fizz. My knife addiction can go on for so long til it breaks the bank! Self restraint is key. My current carry is a Civivi full size Bullmastiff flipper with a 9Cr18MoV blade and black G10 scales. First thing I did was remove the belt clip and get a wide nylon sheath for it.
Such a kind and wholesome video Cody and Miss W. Thank you and God bless.
Sorry for your loss, Alex.
God bless you and your family.
Been a fan and have been watching your channel for awhile now and I FINALLY bought a Benchmade 940 Osbourne I had broken my other EDC and I remembered your love for the knife. All I can say is I am not disappointed and thank you for doing what you do and sharing these videos, thoughts, and most importantly real-world experience. It is not too often anymore that people genuinely know what they are talking about and test things as you do for us (the viewer). Have a blessed rest of your day.
That is a nice looking knife. I have had a Kershaw for my EDC for years now. They are great knives I have so many knives but my Kershaw has been a blessing. It's a frame lock and the pocket clip is deep and super strong even holds on through the washer and dryer
Alex, My dad died when I was 27, as I just was making my career and becoming an adult. I still miss him and doing woodwork in the shop, which was his hobby, I wonder how he feels about my workmanship. I feel for you and may God bless you and your family.
Been carrying a Kershaw Cryo for many years. It has never failed (well, the spring did and the company sent a replacement which was easy to replace). I also paid about $25 (10 years ago). This looks like the "next gen." Great review and big Nutnfancy fan as well!
The spring in my Cryo 2 failed too
Review on the Benchmade CLA 4300? It’s been my everyday carry for a long time and it’s been through a lot of tough situations and is still cutting paper like butter. Very highly recommend, Thanks Cody.
I lost my Dad when I was 1 year old, he passed on his 22nd birthday, I can not put into words the feeling that I felt the day I understood,.....it became a part of me, a part of who I am........Now I’m 71 and the older I get the more I feel what that little boy felt. But, even so, I have always been a doer, a fixer, a creator with my mind and my hands, growing up in the corn belt around farmers and their I can do it mentality. Every winter the farmers would gather around a pot belly stove at the one gas station in town and talk about the past season and what they dealt with, along with a lot of colorful stories and I would run up there every morning and lean against the wall and listen, I was 6.
I think it is great how your not to big to reach out to your subscribers like this. I've been following for several years and your content is golden. Love my Kershaw 1555ti "cryo" also a great budget knife
Cody, this was a great knife review, and an even better example at the end of the video of how to rally around a young man who has lost a father. I came to your channel a LONG time ago when I happened to see a thumbnail of you and your very young son as you were teaching him how to use a chainsaw to remove a stump. Your love and patience with him was so inspiring, and the real honor and respect that he showed to you were so attractive to me as a father of two sons and two daughters. I subscribed right then and there, and have not missed a video since. Thank you for your love of God, family, and brotherhood . . . God bless you and your beautiful family . . .
I’ve never been an active viewer of survival related content on RUclips but if I’m ever looking for some good advice it’s always a pleasure to find this channel 😃
I really enjoy my assisted opener. Different strokes for different folks. Keep walking with our KING!
Cody, a great video once again. Enjoyed every bit of it. I was wondering if you are planning to do a follow up video on that 40$ axe "ochsenkopf". Remember? You said you will strip the paint and treat the handle with boiled linseed oil. I would love to watch a video of that!
Cody I think you hit the nail on the head with the way Kershaw names their products. Now that you say it I'm realizing I've been avoiding Kershaw mostly for that reason!
Good point re. liner locks. My two favorite knives are a PM2 and Griptilian. With the axis lock you still need to get your hand out of the way when you close it. I have had an assisted Kershaw for 10 years and have never found it dangerous and it has never self deployed.
Just wanted to say God bless you for still managing to upload videos in your physical state 👍 best of luck on your road to recovery! Sending my prayers to Alex 🙏 🕊
Like you and many others, Nutnfancy has cost me tons of money. I know this is certainly not for everyone and its tough if you CCW IWB at the 4 or 5 o clock but lately I have been carrying a small fixed blade knife IWB on my belt like a Esse Izula, CRKT minimalist, Bradord Guardian, Benchmade hidden canyon, and a few others. I will also carry a victorinox farmer or victorinox hiker in my back pocket right alongside my wallet. Small mundane tasks I use the victorinox like packages and whatnot I use the victorinox. It's also great having the extra tools like the screwdrivers and saw as well. Bigger tasks I use the small fixed blade to cut food or process game or fish. cutting rope and rigging at work, small bushcraft tasks, and whatever general knife stuff comes about. If I'm lazy or sore or it's a million degrees out and don't have heavy clothing on I'll just throw a folding knife in my pocket but I do like having that stout fixed blade and my right jeans pocket free for whatever I want to put in it. You can also throw the small fixed blade in your jeans pocket at well where you carry your folder but I don't find that super comfortable.
You should look into the opinel( carbone) my grandfather carried it my father carried the same knife and now I am carrying the same knife. It cost about $20 and is a knife that can be passed down thro generation
I’ve been carrying the Kershaw Select Fire for years as a landscaper. The driver tips mean you’ll never risk your knife tip and the driver actually holds enough to fix small motor issues, use it on fence gates, a lot. I’ve hacked 1” vines with it. Divet cut 2”branches. Hell my father in law liked it so much my wife bought em one for a gift. Runs about $40, holds an edge, has useful gizmos. Perfect for a 15 year old.
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Driver bits will rust after being sweated on during hard work but the blade holds finish.
I bought a little, Camillus Wedge flipper around 2 years ago from Walmart for $13 bucks; i use it often and have had no issues. I like Kershaw, Buck, Gerber, Camillus and I'm really impressed with the, Holtzman Gorilla Survival folding knife, I've seen some reviews on it and I see it in my future. Thank you for your video, for $20 bucks you can't go wrong. I like the Kershaw Blur as well. I hope people who can't spend alot on a knife know that there are many budget knives of good quality that can last you years under normal use and taking care of it. Many knife experts say most people aren't going to use their expensive knives for EDC; there going to get roughed up anyway. My philosophy is if you buy a budget knife and it farts on you after a couple years it doesn't really matter, by that time your looking to buy another knife anyway and probably have already bought other knives since. 😂😎👍
I have been carrying a kershaw for about 3 or so years. It's not that model but has a 1inch blade, with a bottle opener and a tie off. The blade has withstood many a different things and it is an awesome little knife.
I got this exact knife for Christmas. It came with a good factory edge and after stropping it a few times it was razor sharp. For new years I dressed and butchered an entire sheep with it since it was the only knife i had on me. It worked great
Alex, I'm so sorry that you've lost your dad at such a young age. I can't imagine what that must be like. (I had mine 'til he was 90, and I was 47. I just turned 68.)
I can echo Cody's words of advice to you. And I would add: I pray that God will bring other men into your life, not to replace your dad, but help you learn to grow up honest, true, free and honorable. As your Dad would have, I'm sure. Keep plugged in here, even if it's sometimes painful with memories or "empty places" where you wish your dad could have shared that moment with you. Grief will come in stages, and in times that are unpredictable. Embrace those moments, they are the price of loving someone, and that's not a bad thing. We'll be praying for you as well.
You’re honestly my favorite RUclipsr! I love your videos. Also have you done a video recap of all the budget USA tools in one video?
Love these review videos. My favorite was the yes for all hatchet.
15 years of using spring assist knives and not once have I have had one jump out of my hand…. But I do agree with you about the locking system.
Good review of a good edc knife.
Alex, I’m really sorry for your loss. I was also 15 when I lost my dad. I’m 46 now. It’s been a long road but life is good. Take care and stay close to your loved ones and you will carry on. All the best young man.
I I carry a Keyshawn 1830 ODSW as my EDC it has been flawless for years now.
The model you are showing here has the pocket clip on the opposite end of wear mine is, which I do not like as well. Mine cam be reversed.
The handle on mine is also a green with a sort of random pattern grip. Making it very comfortable and slip resistant.
The assisted blade opener has always been good for me although a thumb bolt would have been nice as well.
I personally prefer a lock back or push button blade lock over the lock liners for the reasons you expressed. But so few knives today seem to have the other two so I have gotten used to it and so far have not lost any blood.
Case came out with 3 new flippers last summer and I love them, I have used benchmade and the case flippers and I love the case a LOT more. Much better handles and feels higher quality
My favorite folding knife is Kershaw Freefall. It seems very similar to this knife. I would recommend Kershaw to anyone. Thank you for helping this young man that is going through tough times.
the Kershaw Kuro with the partially serrated blade has been my favorite EDC knife for over 10 years
100 agree with the naming. Make it like a vin number. Country of origin, steel type, blade length, blade shape, etc. Great idea..
I just got a Cold Steel Voyager with AUS 10A Japanese steel. Love it. Check it out.
Thanks for this review Cody, I like to see how you are doing more interactions with your subscribers.
The warehouse knife sale was awesome. I remember going at midnight the night before and sitting out in the cold all night. I walked to McDonald's for some warm food and something to drink. Maybe I was in line with you at some point
Thanks for doing this one, Mr W. For Alex. He needed it, and you were probably able to make his day.
I love the Kershaw Leek and other onion series knives
One of the OG's of RUclips! Great to see it come full circle!
“You’re all packing around dull knives anyway” that cracked me up because it’s so true lol. I have had many kershaws and loved all but one. All got lost except for one special leek I still have that got destroyed in a motorcycle accident
I heard you say the 940 for years. I finally bought one 6 months ago. Amazing knife.
A solid work knife that I've used and beat up the most has been my ontario knife company rat 1, it's a great knife for the price and has good steel to boot
Steal does matter to some but one thing I think people forget is a knife you have to sharpen more helps novice owners learn how to sharpen your knife and at a budget that seems like the main audience great review
Been carrying my Kershaw blur since 2010 i love that thing
I carry a Kershaw 1555t1 it's a cheap and easy carry for a EDC doing mechanic work is hard on a knife and it preforms well in the battle field !! Have a great day!!
I have carried a Kershaw cryo for years. Love the little budget tank.
But I've been a good boy, and decided to treat myself to something new.
Order the Civivi Odium and it comes in tomorrow.
Pretty excited to fondle it. It's a gentlemanly lil heathen. And btw- love TNP
Once again, thank you not only for the great video, but for the great man that you are.
Bought the first kershaw Blur back in 2004 still have it, carry from time to time. But my daily for the last 6 years has been the 940. Love both.
Big fan of Kershaw Cryo G-10 also.
Cody, I have carried Kershaws for years. My first one was a Menards exclusive picked up on Black Friday for 5 bucks. It was the best knife I had ever owned. I have Spydercos, Gerber's, SOG, etc. It had a cast handle. It was a assisted opening, I never had it open in my pocket or flip out of my hand. Sadly, I lost it. I Kershaw didn't sell it direct as it was built for Menards that one year. I found one on ebay for 20 bucks, new. I carried those to identical knifes for almost 15 years with no issues. I finally wore out the plastic bushing. Contacted Kershaw and sent it in for repair. They said it wasn't repairable and told me they would credit me the value. I ask what was the comparable model was and they sent it to me. I didn't even pay shipping. It also has a cast handle and is assisted opening. Again, no issues carrying or flipping out of my hand. No hot spots and keeps an edge fairly well. I don't remember what silly name they call it. I have had it going on 5 years now.
About a year ago I had a gift card and thought I would upgrade to a "high" quality knife. I couldn't find one that gave me any fizz close to the Kershaw, including the 940. Mine has a lanyard hole big enough for paracord, the blade is centered, it has none of the negatives you mentioned. I think Kershaw price is closer to 40.00 but to me Kershaw is a top shelf knife at a budget price.
Awesome job and supporting a young viewer keep up the great content.
Prayers to you an your family.
Kershaw had their annual Christmas sale until the pandemic hit. The past couple of years they haven't had the warehouse events. Hopefully they resume the warehouse sales in December 2022!
Perfect naming suggestion! 100% agree!
Many names steer me away.
Old fashion Wranglerstar table top review...love it.
Glad you liked it!
Gave credit where it's due, and supported a young subscriber , 2 thumbs up *clap clap clap* well done sir .
Love My. Kershaws ,they we're my. First E. D C . Just Got A Tumbler .Awesome. 😀✌ , Great Video,,
Cody the advice you gave the young man has to be the most standup manly thing I have heard in a looong time. Not since my dad when I was little. I'm 50 now and he is gone. He went when he was 93, and I carry his knowledge to this day and am now passing it to my son. As long as he sticks to your advice and stays true in his heart that young man will do just fine. Love the channel, stay blessed and keep on keeping on brother.✌🏼❤️🇺🇸🌲
With my just arrived 940 in hand, thanks to your repeated endorsement, i’d like to see a similar review…
Benchmade Osborne 940
> tumbled finish on blade
> not open back
> no lanyard hole
> not deep carry clip
> big name on carry clip
Lots of the same negatives as the $23 knife but… lots of positives.
I've been using a little Gerber "Bear Grylls" knife for a few years now. I originally thought it would be cheap with the celebrity endorsement and all but it's held up great.
A Kershaw 1555TI assisted opening has been my EDC for the better part of the last decade. I've never once had it "fly" out of my hands when opening lol. Nor have I ever had it open in my pocket. I'm also not super diligent about cleaning it either. Yes...if it gets dirty, I'll rinse it off to get whatever gunk is on it off but...never any issues with the mechanism. I get that some models could be more susceptible to this than others but, I've got nothing but great things to say about it. To the point where I don't even know what I'd replace it with if I had to. Possibly this knife. Occasionally I'll check out some other knives as a possible replacement but I can never find one that comes remotely close to it.
Cody, I'm pretty sure you meant James Bowie(1796-March 6, 1836) of Alamo fame.
My EDC is Buck USA 285 camo with a Compass Industries Silver Falcon in my back pocket for back up.
Alex, God bless you little brother. You for sure have brothers on here, and this place is full of good men.
i agree with the assisted, I have the s30v blur and the assisted almost seems like it hinders the speed of the opening, id rather if they invested more in a better pivot than spring assist. I will say though with the track tech on the blur it does keep it in your hand a bit better.
Love kernshaw. My favorite is the OSO Sweet that I had for 10 or more years. Still a working champ and often use it to this day.
u can pinch the compression lock on the para 3 between index and thumb and flick shut.. similar motion to your 940
ZT 0450CF has been my EDC past year or so. Love it. Forget it's even there.
My EDC has been the Kershaw Dividend in M390. Fantastic item, USA made and very high quality.
Absolutely agree with the names and a great suggestion on the part numbers
My condolences go out to you Alex.
I've carried the Ken onion Kershaw Scallion for over 20 years now. In on occasion when I'm dressed up I carry my great grandpa's 3 blade case folder. The blades are a little worn down from years of Widdling and other uses.
I have a bench made 940 but like the size of the Scallion better. Well I think you doing this review for Alex is really nice.
I like large knives with around a 4" blade, and those with thick blades. For the past 5 or 6 years, I've carried an. Artisan Cutlery Jungle. For the previous 15-20 years, I carried Kershaw assisted opening knives, and never had a problem opening them, or their opening in pockets. Before that, I tried carrying automatic knives, but I DID have accidental "discharges" with them, so I no longer carry them in my pocket.
I have a couple Kershaw and Gerber knives and love them!!! The Kershaw Blur is one of my favorite mine was about $80 5 or so years ago I think it’s a little cheaper now but it’s a great knife
As a Kershaw fan boy I like my 1920 multi tool . Has a nutdriver with 4 slots for bits
You mentioned a Sebenza, I’d like to see you review the one of them. My Large21 has been my edc for the past decade. It’s the perfect knife for me.
My grandfather was an uncle henry fan ,and my father is an old timer fan. and i myself am an old timer fan i carry the trapper folding model and my father carries the traditional small 3 blade old timer .my wife got the one i have for me for our 1 year anniversary ,and that was going on 6 years ago i have zero complaints .
Its amazing to me that with all the great knife companies that are in our area they havent reached out to do a colab with you. If that due make sure you get paid a ton so cause I know a ton of subs will but the knife.
My dad gave me a Kershaw that he bought in the 90s it has 2410 steel made in japan has a thumb stud that would only work for a righthanded person and a partially serrated edge and is ground on one side.
To give thanks to those who came before you is such a nice thing. Nice review.
I've had 5 Benchmade, love em and as far as the flip, I use a snap of the wrist and the blade snaps out.
It does take practice but it's pretty intimidating when you do.
Nice review by the way.
Yes very intimidating🥱
I have always liked knives but I just recently started getting into knives. I only had a few knives that have actually lasted longer then a year or so. Since i started this journey ive aquired a nice Gerber paraframe, CRKT S.P.E.W. warncliff, a Ruike (cant remember model), a Sencut sachse, and a Vosteed corgi. The corgi is my favorite EDC folder, and i carry the CRKT on my belt. I have an old Kershaw that ive had for years also, gonna have to upgrade my Kershaw now. Lol
I thought this was my secret, great one for the car (Camshaft). At this price I had to get 2 when they went on sale at Big 5. It's like a mini foldable Bowie. Great Review!
I've been carrying a Kershaw Ken Onion Leek(1660). Only complaint I have had has been the in pocket lock. I have broken atleast 3 of them. I keep 2 on hand, 1 for daily use and 1 as a shiny "dress" knife.
I've carried a Benchmade for a long time, the 940 mini. It has flew down stairs, off a roof, all kinds of things and it's still going. I even took your suggestion from a yesteryear video suggesting the TSPROF sharpening system and put my own edge on it that I maintain. I even took the clip off of it and carry it in my pocket watch jeans pocket, which amazingly fits perfect. I think these Kershaw's, even though not the most expensive of steels and that yours already has a bent tip, would still do just fine when sharpened for everyday tasks. Do you need to spend the $180 on a Benchmade to cut some boxes? No, not really. That's why I see the value in these kinds of knives. The average EDC'er is typically going to be people in retail, an office setting, or something relevant where the knife won't see much use regardless. It's a reason I never bash people for their choices of a knife. I understand the quality differences now that I've been sharpening mine for a long time & in comparison to cheaper knives I have (also a more expensive Fox one I have using M390), but a knife is a knife, it cuts things, including you. If I had to consolidate all my knives, I'd be down to my 940 mini, just saying :-)
Those knife names at 7:33 were hilarious. It sounds like Kershaw is randomly grabbing words out of a dictionary to name their knives.
Nice knife. I have always been fond of Gerber & Kershaw myself. My last 2 edc knives were made by them. They are still kicking but I just recently replaced my Gerber Auto 6 w/ an AL Mar design not too long ago.
I grabbed a few Kershaws at Christmas time and was very impressed with the quality for the price .
I offered my friend a choice between a much more expensive CRKT and one of them . He hummed and hawed offer it for a long time , as I did thinking which one to give away , in the end he choose the Kershaw.
The assist spring is inside the handle so anything that gets in the pivot screw should clean up like any other knife.