Vespa Scarab II (Jia Chong II) Microtech Clone Review & Breakdown
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
- This is a review and breakdown of the Vespa Scarab II OTF clone, also known as the Jia Chong II.
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6:36 I meant to say springs*, not screws. Also, I just realized I repeated the parts about the aluminum and underwater use. I forgot I mentioned that when filming the breakdown. Thanks for watching!
Also - weight is 159.1 grams
The microtechs have hollow glass breakers so it helps clear water and allows proper action under water. That's what kept yours from firing
@@Elmax17.5dpsgreat info, thank you for letting me know!
@@GigiEDC welcome.
Thank you for doing this bruh. It really helps the community so if nobody else says so, thank you.
Thank you so much for your support brother! It really means a lot and I’m happy these videos are helpful to you.
Vespa makes top notch stuff. Worth every penny imo, thanks for the break down dude! 🙏
Thank you for your comment brother, I’m glad the video helped! Take care!
Like always bro. The most informative video about microtech knives out there. Don’t understand why don’t have thousands of views yet. People should see these videos. Btw i have two scarabs. Either of them does not fire under the water 100% times but both have only single spring
Thank you so much for your support brother! Your comment means a lot. Seriously. I’m going to keep giving unbiased reviews for as long as I can. Thank you for your input about your Scarabs too, that’s actually surprising to me that it’s not 100%. Take care bro!
@@GigiEDCI own a Gen III Scarab II, fires underwater. But granted I only did it for fun and did it no more than a dozen times, didn't realize it wasn't 100% on the previous model. I would have tested it underwater a bit more if I knew
@@ShinyFallingStarThat’s great your’s is working! I’m considering getting one to test and review myself. If you try it again please share your results! Take care
Just ordered their M390 Halo clone of AliExpress the other day. $270 shipped is a bit pricey but is a $700 genuine halo even $430 "better"? Let alone its almost impossible to find a real one for sale. Every review I have seen says their quality is on point. The main thing for me is that most higher price microtechs people probably dont even carry, they're safe/drawer queens. Sure its a knock off but if the quality is there and you wont be afraid to actually use it then i say go for it.
Been eyeing their DLC mirror polish halo clones - $700. But again a marfione custom would be what $2000???
That’s exactly my philosophy. I don’t want to spend $500+ on a real Microtech just to keep it in a safe or drawer. What fun is that? I want something I can use daily and not be worried about it. That’s why I got into Vespas and they’re perfect for this. They’re not cheap but not so expensive that you can’t use them. Vespa also uses 7075 aluminum and Microtech still uses 6061. They tell you it’s not a big deal but trust me, that 7075 is much tougher. I think you’ll be happy with a Vespa Halo. You can always message the seller and offer a lower price - they’re easy to work with. Let me know if I can help. Thanks for your comment and take care!
what really pisses me off on these knives is the moronic longitudinal grooves the top and bottom sides of the knife. if there was a flat surface, then you could use an anti-slip self adhesive tape, but no chance with these grooves (at least if you don't remove them manually). and about using underwater, well, again, this is marketing, partly for the above reason. the knife absolutely does not give a chance for reliable retention!
Its an homage. Clone and counterfeits brannd themselves like the knife they imitate. I dont know if Vespa has the permission to use the likeness of Microtech but its not branded Microtech.
Oh it’s a counterfeit, don’t let it fool you! It has all the markings of a real Scarab including the Scarab logo. Without this, you’d be right :) sometimes I use these terms interchangeably but your definition is spot on.
M390 is beyond underwhelming for that price my guy
Thanks for the comment! Are you referring to the real Microtech or the Vespa? Personally I wish they’d use other steels - Magnacut, S110V, Maxamet, etc. It would be nice to have variety.
@@GigiEDC m390 is m390 and it is outdated tech here in 2024…it works yes but 1095 will outperform it across the board. Your paying a premium for something that was premium 30 years ago is my point. And I would bet when microtech doesn’t list the steel in their knives that they are m390, like they’re ashamed of it, otherwise they would list blade material.
@@JohnDavis-tj1blI hear you. 1095 is a great steel from the little experience I have with it, now I’m interested in trying it out more. Hopefully they and other OTFs makers will start using more premium steels because for whatever reason, all the big makers rarely update their materials. Microtech only began using 7075 aluminum this year. Take care!
@JohnDavis-tj1bl 1095 is way older than m390 and not stainless. I don't think I've ever seen a folding or otf pocket knife using 1095.
The vespa scarab 2 is the best otf I own and better than my genuine microtechs
It’s already my daily carry, I love it!
Gigi, What is the store name? Thank you for sharing your time and expertise. Have a most awesome evening!
Thank you, and you’re welcome! The store I typically use is China High-End EDC. I believe they’re on DHgate also. I have no affiliation with them, I just find them to be reliable. There are several others though. Just pay attention to reviews with photos. Have a great evening as well!
Nice. Yours came with the blue ringed hardware
If you or anyone else want the screws email me at lacorsiogigi @ gmail.com - I’ll be happy to mail them to you. I swapped them so they’re just collecting dust.
Hello , it’s a real tungsten glass breaker ?
Thanks
To be honest, I’m not sure! Since they used 7075 aluminum for the handle I wouldn’t be surprised if it is. I can message them on AliExpress if you want.
@@GigiEDC yes of course :)
My friend, they said it’s a ceramic bead for this particular model. I hope this helps!
It's not full tang. This is like one of those hollow handle Rambo knives made by Jimmy lile or jack Crain. Your knife is zero tang. It's going to snap off at the moment of truth.
Thank you for your comment! Wouldn’t that be every OTF? You’re right, it’s zero tang although they can take a beating. Nothing will ever out perform a full tang fixed blade though.
My moment of truth is when my Amazon package arrives, then my OTF springs into action.
@@GigiEDCAnd, that is exactly why I carry a Civivi fixed blade with a pocket scabbard. There's not a folder made that can stand up to 8 inches of solid steel. I've been carrying this knife for 2 years. I slice, chop,scrape, pry, hammer and everything in between. Oh yeah, zero blade play.
@@scottwilliams8334Absolutely understand you brother, nothing will ever compete with a fixed blade in terms of strength! I just love OTFs because of the mechanisms, they have some impressive engineering. Take care!
Most pocket knives have no tang.