I picked up that exact MKM pocket Tango when they first came out. It is my first fixed blade pocket knife and it hasn’t left my pocket since I bought it. Couldn’t be happier with it.
I feel the same way. Breaking it all down as a knife maker these prices are way bloated. Companies are getting greedier and greedier. I understand times have been tough and we've all had to raise our prices a bit, but some of these companies margins are absurd.
There’s still plenty of budget options out there that work great, but like any hobby out there, the internet has made a ton hobbyists who care about really small details and will pay tons of money to get them. The average person who just wants a decent knife to cut stuff in day to day life can ignore most of this, keep using cheap knives and just replace them every few years as needed. I say this as one of the those dumb knife snobs lol
@@k0pper yup. Most (all of them) of my ridiculously expensive knifes are way under used and i would not even use them heavily because sharpening supersteel takes so long xD. I carry one always and its nice to have a nicely shaped knife thats not trash material but i still feel like the price is artificial. Even the "cheap" and "budget friendly" knives from normal steel are 80€$ and if you tell any normal person about an 80$ knife they think you are retarded for paying that much for something a 8$ knife can do. They cant even imagine that there are 300$ or 500$ knives. Because its completely silly. But i still got one
Wish it had more flat on the blade, the way it's designed really only works for cutting on a board, so great for food prep, less great for cardboard and rope. If only Spyderco would make a fixed blade PM2 I'd buy 5 of those and never buy another knife in my life.
Yeah I rotate between the Izula in S35v and the CR 2.5 great pocket carry knives. I just loop paracord through the bottom of the sheaths and hang them upside down in my pocket.
I think we need to remember controlling prices is an actual necessity. We are talking about for the most part ancient technology, but also mass-produced so a tiny knife really shouldn't get over $100 almost without exception
Korvid S really grew on me...came scary sharp out the box. I got the copper mesh fiber scales, S35vn steel blade...this specimen is the one that showed me the potential of S35 as a blade steel.
Love the cold steel safe maker. I keep it in my edc rotation. Obviously, this dagger is intended for self defense purposes. I have the 4.5 inch blade. Highly recommend
Just wish there was more 14C28N sandvik steel available... It's hands down my favorite steel... Anyways, thanks for the video and your time as always 😎✌️
I purchased the Muk and Cleaver versions of the Pocket Tango and they are as good as it gets! I wear mine inside my waistband and they ride weightless and invisible, even in PJ shorts! Fantastic work!
I swear I'm not a paid shill, but the Pocket Tango is an excellent, classy design. I have the nessmuk version in olive wood and I love it. I also pocket carry an ESEE Izula 2 and a Boker BFF Packlite, both just dropped right into the pocket without a clip and they do fine. They're the perfect size for it: I can just get a 4 finger grip on both with average-sized hands. I'm glad to see so many good options for this style of knife, it's really an underrated style.
@knifecenter another confirmation on how good it is! Also, I love your MKM collab and hope to get my hands on one, straight out of Italy 😅 Greetings from Austria
My EDC fixed-blade is a 1950s-era Imperial Prov RI hunting knife with a bakelite handle and the original leather sheathe. You have to keep it stupidly clean because of the steel composition, but it's a great knife all around. A bit bigger than some areas may allow at almost 9 inches. 😅 I put my belt through the sheathe slot and then let the sheathe sit in my pocket.
Made a big mistake not including the Artisan Cutlery Sea Snake. For 40 bucks the length weight and sheath are one of the most pocket friendly on the market. I tried several of these and ended up with the sea snake. Highly recommend!!
A real budget option would be the Schrade Delta Class Adder with a 2.75" AUS10 blade and injection molded sheath. Don't know what that sheath looks like. I sometimes carry its predecessor, the Schrade SCHF66 that has 7Cro17MOV steel and a nylon sheath. The old nylon sheath has a belt loop but I always just put the whole thing in a pocket, not suitable for jeans but looser cargo pants with multiple pocket options, which is what I usually wear these days, makes it easy to carry in a pocket.
Thanks to you, Mr Anderson, I’ve been hooked on fixed blades. I need to snag some more aftermarket sheaths… but I have thrown my LT Wright Frontier trapper in my pocket, I’ve carried my WRKT Backpacker in my pocket and my WRKT Aways There Knife with an ulticlip. I really want something t more slicey than these. WRKT make some knives for Argali I want to try… but that Boker and MKM are super enticing.
The MKM Mikro was a great little pocket fixed blade until I lost it. Might have to get a Makro or Pocket Tango. MKM's magnetic retention leather sheath is classy.
Nice selection! I do own five of the models on the table 😂 Pocket Tango is already on my list, but a couple of those more premium options are new to me. ❤️Bastinelli. I also have a La Sanction Akeron collab that would fit in this category.
I carry an Esee Xancudo, no clip, just slide in the pocket, and draw with a thumb push. The molded sheath doesn't have the kydex width bloat, and clipless there is no handle sticking out as some kind of prepper fashion statement. For shallower pockets I switch to an Esee Izula, the skeletonized version that I cord wrapped, feather weight.
I carry a little dragonfly daily. Walking around with a very obvious fixed blade really takes a certain type of person. I do love these sized knives for a nap sack.
I'll be ordering the Terzoul fixed in CF in 12/2024 I purchased Handy 2 in Green Micarta in 09/2024 and I am EDC as always great reviews and great tutorial
How come you left out the Viper Handy? That is my pocket fixed blade of choice right now and it work beautifully. I have one with the kydex sheath. After removing the straps on the sheath, it slipped into my pocket easily.
I feel like the mora eldris should be on here for a budget option. Its a hell of a knife i carried one for awhile for work and woodwork crazy sharp and tough as nails.
Like how those mini $20 tool boxes are popular right now(HF/Lowes); knife makers should take their popular full size fixed and folders and make some promotional pocket fixed blade versions of them. Imagine all the Cold Steel line in mini but usable versions.
While it does not come come with a sheath for your pocket you can get them easy enough and the Falkniven WM-1 is the best I could think of and what I carry in my pocket.
I love the pocket fixed blade movement, buuuuuuuuuuuut, how is a folder less dependable? In the last 15 years, cutting root balls, scraping gaskets, trimming drip line, and skinning squirrels, I've never had an issue opening my "flippers". Yes, they've been crunchy but never failed to open or lock, and after cleaning, always run smoother. Can we just say fixed blades are another option for those that have extra pocket space, or those big enough that can carry a fixed comfortably while driving/bending?
You have some great choices there, but you missed out on the three I think are among the best (and currently make up my fixed blade EDC rotation.) 1) Esee Izula in S35VN with the extended G10 grips. 2) Esee Sencillo in MagnaCut. 3) (and the best choice for me) Esee Pacaya, CPM-3V Olive color in an Armatus taco holster. I think my Christmas present to myself will be a TJ Schwartz Confidante, Overland, Overland Sport, or maybe all three.
DCA, timely review, thanks. One minor complaint from the husband of a video set designer: black blades and black grips disappear when held in front of a black polo shirt. 😄
You mention the Makro, but not the Mikro. Definitely a more "friendly" size and worth mentioning. The Buck paklite series is also noteworthy. Super slim and heck of a lot of grip area (too much for me, honestly). Lastly, not particularly relevant to the video since it is not out yet, but I am definitely looking forward to my Lander 4s.
Best trick for removing tape goo from knife blade... Cape cod clothes. Breaks down the glue and polishes the knife at the same time. A small cloth with a lubricant such as tri-flow or remoil works too but doesn't smell as nice as cape cod clothes.
I generally wear Wrangler cargo type work pants or wrangler blue jeans. I put an Ulti clip on my Cold steel AK-47 FIELD KNIFE an front pocket carry it regularly with no problems. occasionally I even carry a 7 1/2 inch Warcraft Tanto this way. of course I live in Texas so legality is not an issue.
I got a D2 knife like the bastinelli with a kydex sheath which is pretty nice. Bought my own ulti clip. Was like 26-28 all said and done. I know knives are pricey. I have a few. Just happy I guess for not paying a lot for something I hopefully won’t have to use.
I’ve been toying with the idea of switching to a pocket fixed blade, but I wasn’t sure if I’d like carrying a fixed blade. So, I purchased a few inexpensive options to test. I bought the Joker Erizo, which is a really nice knife but too big. I got a Kizer Bowtie, and the Civivi Baby Banter, which I think I like the most.
I've only really owned fixed blade kitchen, skinning and fillet knives. I like the idea of a fixed blade, but not really sure what I would prefer. I'm used to carrying a Case mini stockman.
Actuality is waiting for the M390 MKM Makro 2 and hopefully in the near future the Pocket Tango Exclusive that I like will be available soon. Thanks DCA
I have the Mechforce Forager. It is very nice, but damn is it expensive. I was surprised about how small it really was when I got it. But I have bear hands. Its been a great EDC blade.
Love this channel and the fixed blades we’re seeing here. Just be sure to understand your local knife laws. These are illegal if “concealed” in my pocket in my state.
I picked up that exact MKM pocket Tango when they first came out. It is my first fixed blade pocket knife and it hasn’t left my pocket since I bought it. Couldn’t be happier with it.
Knife prices has gone waaay out of hand
I feel the same way. Breaking it all down as a knife maker these prices are way bloated. Companies are getting greedier and greedier. I understand times have been tough and we've all had to raise our prices a bit, but some of these companies margins are absurd.
There’s still plenty of budget options out there that work great, but like any hobby out there, the internet has made a ton hobbyists who care about really small details and will pay tons of money to get them. The average person who just wants a decent knife to cut stuff in day to day life can ignore most of this, keep using cheap knives and just replace them every few years as needed. I say this as one of the those dumb knife snobs lol
@@k0pper yup. Most (all of them) of my ridiculously expensive knifes are way under used and i would not even use them heavily because sharpening supersteel takes so long xD. I carry one always and its nice to have a nicely shaped knife thats not trash material but i still feel like the price is artificial. Even the "cheap" and "budget friendly" knives from normal steel are 80€$ and if you tell any normal person about an 80$ knife they think you are retarded for paying that much for something a 8$ knife can do. They cant even imagine that there are 300$ or 500$ knives. Because its completely silly. But i still got one
Yes
Understatement of the year.
Nothing better than waking up to coffee ☕️ and a table full of fixed blades with David's excitement!
White River M1 series makes a great pocket fixed blade when you throw an ulticlip on the sheath. Great knife.
Wish it had more flat on the blade, the way it's designed really only works for cutting on a board, so great for food prep, less great for cardboard and rope. If only Spyderco would make a fixed blade PM2 I'd buy 5 of those and never buy another knife in my life.
Aaaaahhh my favorite category… well small to medium fixed blades anyway. Thank you for the vid
I carry my pocket tango 1 everyday, hands down my favorite pocket fixie.
The Boker Barlow BFF is a small knife but it's actually a knife and a half; so good. I got the aeb-l and micarta variant.
Just got a Tops Street Scalpel a few weeks ago from KC and love it. Could've been a contender on this table, for sure.
I got a Böker Vigtig vs Wild... needs to be on the list... I got some scout straps and love it...
Is that a pocket fixed blade in your pocket or are you just happy to see me DCA!!!! Great video man 👍
Every folder dreams of being a fixed blade, congrats on Pocket Tango success! Much deserved!
Love some pocket fixies... and Christmas is coming
I carry at bbq, an old Hickory bird and trout. About $14 bucks. Nice patina on it.
DCA. You know I’m waiting for the Skipjack to become available. I love your new design MKM fixies. Great content from Knifecenter.
I’ve carried the esee cr 2.5 for a couple yrs. I used to carry the izzula2 for yrs. I found the older I get the smaller my knives get.
Yeah I rotate between the Izula in S35v and the CR 2.5 great pocket carry knives. I just loop paracord through the bottom of the sheaths and hang them upside down in my pocket.
That MKM tango reminds me AGK.
I think we need to remember controlling prices is an actual necessity. We are talking about for the most part ancient technology, but also mass-produced so a tiny knife really shouldn't get over $100 almost without exception
Seriously
Korvid S really grew on me...came scary sharp out the box. I got the copper mesh fiber scales, S35vn steel blade...this specimen is the one that showed me the potential of S35 as a blade steel.
My absolute favorite knife category. Let's freakin go.
Mr. Bigger than average hands! Glad to see your content pop up in my feed again
Love the cold steel safe maker. I keep it in my edc rotation. Obviously, this dagger is intended for self defense purposes. I have the 4.5 inch blade. Highly recommend
I've been waiting for this exact video for years
Just wish there was more 14C28N sandvik steel available... It's hands down my favorite steel... Anyways, thanks for the video and your time as always 😎✌️
I purchased the Muk and Cleaver versions of the Pocket Tango and they are as good as it gets! I wear mine inside my waistband and they ride weightless and invisible, even in PJ shorts! Fantastic work!
Love the Makro and sheath setup. My favorite pocket fixed blade is the Bastinelli Chopper with an ulticlip
Really like your Pocket Tango designs, but I think a kydex sheath would be great.
The prices are just insane! Think I will stick to my Kershaws.
I swear I'm not a paid shill, but the Pocket Tango is an excellent, classy design. I have the nessmuk version in olive wood and I love it. I also pocket carry an ESEE Izula 2 and a Boker BFF Packlite, both just dropped right into the pocket without a clip and they do fine. They're the perfect size for it: I can just get a 4 finger grip on both with average-sized hands. I'm glad to see so many good options for this style of knife, it's really an underrated style.
I got my favorite edc fixie from you guys !viper handy
hey David, I got one of those Castrom mini hunters you showed recently, and thats is about as perfect as you can get, its now my current pocket FB,
My ideal pocket fixed blade is the Buck 662 Alpha Scout Elite. Shouldve been on this list. Paired with an Oak City pocket sheath it’s perfection!
Love this video. Fixed blade rocks.
Kizer Muskrat should be on this list
Absolutely. We were sold out at the time we filmed unfortunately -DCA
@knifecenter another confirmation on how good it is! Also, I love your MKM collab and hope to get my hands on one, straight out of Italy 😅
Greetings from Austria
One hundred percent agree 💯💯💯
@@knifecenterexclusive muskrat - orange Dark matter CF & s90v
Lucky Dog knives is another option. I really like that pocket tango with the nessmuk blade!
These people on this RUclips channel seem to be so cool and down to Earth. Dave is a cool man. This is a real comment bTW lololololololo
My EDC fixed-blade is a 1950s-era Imperial Prov RI hunting knife with a bakelite handle and the original leather sheathe. You have to keep it stupidly clean because of the steel composition, but it's a great knife all around. A bit bigger than some areas may allow at almost 9 inches. 😅 I put my belt through the sheathe slot and then let the sheathe sit in my pocket.
Flitz and a dremmel polishing wheel. Suprising how good it makes my big blades look.
@@obsever97 A good tip. I don't have a dremel, but I may have to pick one up.
G Necker in Elmax steel is amazing.
I just got a Kizer harpoon mini in 3v. It’s an excellent choice for a pocket fixed blade.
I carry a Kizer Muskrat, I have the D2 version but it holds up amazingly well. Great video 👍😎
Made a big mistake not including the Artisan Cutlery Sea Snake. For 40 bucks the length weight and sheath are one of the most pocket friendly on the market. I tried several of these and ended up with the sea snake. Highly recommend!!
Esee Izula s35vn has been my throwback go to. Back loven, Esee!
I like the KaBar TD Investigator.
A real budget option would be the Schrade Delta Class Adder with a 2.75" AUS10 blade and injection molded sheath. Don't know what that sheath looks like. I sometimes carry its predecessor, the Schrade SCHF66 that has 7Cro17MOV steel and a nylon sheath. The old nylon sheath has a belt loop but I always just put the whole thing in a pocket, not suitable for jeans but looser cargo pants with multiple pocket options, which is what I usually wear these days, makes it easy to carry in a pocket.
Thanks to you, Mr Anderson, I’ve been hooked on fixed blades. I need to snag some more aftermarket sheaths… but I have thrown my LT Wright Frontier trapper in my pocket, I’ve carried my WRKT Backpacker in my pocket and my WRKT Aways There Knife with an ulticlip. I really want something t more slicey than these. WRKT make some knives for Argali I want to try… but that Boker and MKM are super enticing.
This year I got my first fixed blades one of them being the pocket tango and it gets carried more than my Sebenza xD
IMO the best are tkell blades and stroup knives , amazing for self defence and can do anything every EDC can
I thought the Makro was a Pocket Tango at first glance, good looking knife. I like the red lava carbon
I’ve had the Schrade SCHF57 for a while now and love it! Just bout the cpm 3v srk but still carry the Schrade because of its size. Love the srk though
Not sure if you carry Kunwu, but the Stiffy P in Vanadis 8 is really nice. Stays razor sharp.
The MKM Mikro was a great little pocket fixed blade until I lost it. Might have to get a Makro or Pocket Tango. MKM's magnetic retention leather sheath is classy.
Nice selection! I do own five of the models on the table 😂 Pocket Tango is already on my list, but a couple of those more premium options are new to me. ❤️Bastinelli. I also have a La Sanction Akeron collab that would fit in this category.
I carry an Esee Xancudo, no clip, just slide in the pocket, and draw with a thumb push. The molded sheath doesn't have the kydex width bloat, and clipless there is no handle sticking out as some kind of prepper fashion statement. For shallower pockets I switch to an Esee Izula, the skeletonized version that I cord wrapped, feather weight.
CRKT Obake and Cold Steel Bird & Game are in my daily carry rotation using MKC clips. Esee Izula and Old Timer Sharpfinger are good alternatives
My pocket fixed EDC is a Bradford G3 Sheepsfoot, with a kydex sheath and UltiClip
Mine is a Bradford G3.2 drop point, kydex sheath and tek-lok.
G3 with a kydex sheath here also. One kydex sheath has a ulticlip and the other has a tek mount.
I carry a little dragonfly daily. Walking around with a very obvious fixed blade really takes a certain type of person. I do love these sized knives for a nap sack.
I'll be ordering the Terzoul fixed in CF in 12/2024 I purchased Handy 2 in Green Micarta in 09/2024 and I am EDC as always great reviews and great tutorial
How come you left out the Viper Handy? That is my pocket fixed blade of choice right now and it work beautifully. I have one with the kydex sheath. After removing the straps on the sheath, it slipped into my pocket easily.
YES!!! fixed blades!!!
I feel like the mora eldris should be on here for a budget option.
Its a hell of a knife i carried one for awhile for work and woodwork crazy sharp and tough as nails.
I like the L T Wright Small Northern Hunter as a pocket fixed blade, you just need a different sheath than the one that comes with it.
I love this video format. I still dont have a good pocket fixed blade.
I have two Kizers in CPM 3V, the Smolt and the Harpoon Mini, both fit in the coin pocket of my jeans.
Like how those mini $20 tool boxes are popular right now(HF/Lowes); knife makers should take their popular full size fixed and folders and make some promotional pocket fixed blade versions of them. Imagine all the Cold Steel line in mini but usable versions.
I just ordered the Korbid one
I've been carrying my mkm makro 2 recently. Can't go wrong with getting it used for $75
The Reiff F3 has become my favorite EDC fixed blade. Not sure if KC carries them; but if not, you should.
I am missing Ben Peterson‘s Baby Banter Fixed made by Civivi. So good!
For self defense i have a Bastenelli picour and spade. i love how the ring sits just above the pocket. would love that dopamine 🤤
While it does not come come with a sheath for your pocket you can get them easy enough and the Falkniven WM-1 is the best I could think of and what I carry in my pocket.
Cute lil Civivi
I love the pocket fixed blade movement, buuuuuuuuuuuut, how is a folder less dependable?
In the last 15 years, cutting root balls, scraping gaskets, trimming drip line, and skinning squirrels, I've never had an issue opening my "flippers".
Yes, they've been crunchy but never failed to open or lock, and after cleaning, always run smoother.
Can we just say fixed blades are another option for those that have extra pocket space, or those big enough that can carry a fixed comfortably while driving/bending?
Great video as always. Tpf sheath?
The Boker AK1 with a drop point blade has been my EDC for two years straight. All I really end up swapping are the folders I carry.
I am missing the bradford guardian 3 in this line up. My go to edc fixed blade!
Great knife, but it does not have a pocket sheath included. -DCA
Another great video
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You have some great choices there, but you missed out on the three I think are among the best (and currently make up my fixed blade EDC rotation.) 1) Esee Izula in S35VN with the extended G10 grips. 2) Esee Sencillo in MagnaCut. 3) (and the best choice for me) Esee Pacaya, CPM-3V Olive color in an Armatus taco holster. I think my Christmas present to myself will be a TJ Schwartz Confidante, Overland, Overland Sport, or maybe all three.
I think the Spartan Blades Phrike and Formido knives should be in the lineup
DCA, timely review, thanks. One minor complaint from the husband of a video set designer: black blades and black grips disappear when held in front of a black polo shirt. 😄
You mention the Makro, but not the Mikro. Definitely a more "friendly" size and worth mentioning.
The Buck paklite series is also noteworthy. Super slim and heck of a lot of grip area (too much for me, honestly).
Lastly, not particularly relevant to the video since it is not out yet, but I am definitely looking forward to my Lander 4s.
This vid was a sequel to one we did in 2021, which did indeed feature the Mikro. You can check it out here: ruclips.net/video/5JXBoex_Q9A/видео.html
@knifecenter I see. The sad part is I probably watched it and just don't remember.
Best trick for removing tape goo from knife blade... Cape cod clothes. Breaks down the glue and polishes the knife at the same time. A small cloth with a lubricant such as tri-flow or remoil works too but doesn't smell as nice as cape cod clothes.
I am surprised you didn't mention the CRKT Siwi
I’ve been waiting for an update to this topic. I’ve looking for a way to pocket carry my Ontario SPL or something like it.
Lionsteel m1 and h1 ❤
Kizer smolt is a nice budget option
Where's the White River Backpacker Pro?
I generally wear Wrangler cargo type work pants or wrangler blue jeans.
I put an Ulti clip on my Cold steel AK-47 FIELD KNIFE an front pocket carry it regularly with no problems. occasionally I even carry a 7 1/2 inch Warcraft Tanto this way.
of course I live in Texas so legality is not an issue.
I got a D2 knife like the bastinelli with a kydex sheath which is pretty nice. Bought my own ulti clip. Was like 26-28 all said and done. I know knives are pricey. I have a few. Just happy I guess for not paying a lot for something I hopefully won’t have to use.
I’ve been toying with the idea of switching to a pocket fixed blade, but I wasn’t sure if I’d like carrying a fixed blade. So, I purchased a few inexpensive options to test. I bought the Joker Erizo, which is a really nice knife but too big. I got a Kizer Bowtie, and the Civivi Baby Banter, which I think I like the most.
Although it has a bit of length, the Civivi Stormridge is actually very comfy in the pocket.
@ thanks for the recommendation. I really like the one with the desert tan finish.
I've only really owned fixed blade kitchen, skinning and fillet knives. I like the idea of a fixed blade, but not really sure what I would prefer. I'm used to carrying a Case mini stockman.
Why no Giant Mouse or Viper, both excellent pocket fixed blades?
Actuality is waiting for the M390 MKM Makro 2 and hopefully in the near future the Pocket Tango Exclusive that I like will be available soon.
Thanks DCA
I wish ya'll could strike a deal with TKell knives. Tim's Gideon is an absolute beast of a "pocket style" fixed blade.
I still would like a weekly new fixed blade video.
can you do a budget edition of this?
Hey state of michigan! Look how cool these are! Fix your laws! I don't want to have to get a CCW to carry a pocket fixie
Could you do a list or mentions for small to large daggers for edc?
50 for a tiny paper thin cheap steel knife is CRAZY
I have the Mechforce Forager. It is very nice, but damn is it expensive. I was surprised about how small it really was when I got it. But I have bear hands. Its been a great EDC blade.
Love this channel and the fixed blades we’re seeing here. Just be sure to understand your local knife laws. These are illegal if “concealed” in my pocket in my state.
Just picked up the twosun ts247 m390 mini fixed blade and an ulticlip for $69
I’m still waiting for a skipjack!