I've been exposed to it a bit through yoyoing since both are in the same genre of a skill toy. I think they're great if you can do the tricks, but as a tool, I'd rather carry any other knife. I'd rather not carry a karambit either. I know a friend of a friend who acts all badass with his, but everyone knows he's just an edge lord with it. I carry an OTF, but at least it's usable as a knife.
Grim, this is exactly how I imagine them interacting, I feel like the Ka bar guy in the background, I love my Ka bar Edit:never thought I’d get this many likes on a comment lol
In Indonesia, karambit knife is actually a hidden weapon that is often associated with Tiger style silat. This particular style has a very low stance with finishing their opponents on the floor so you could imagine how dangerous it would be if they had a knife in their hands
Fun fact: The karambit belongs to the list of dedicated tools weaponized. It started life as a knife used for cutting material into strips and root cutting more specifically. That's why it has a strange curve to it and is held in reverse grip. It allows the user to get a good pull going. The butterfly knife is just an unusual switchblade style knife, and is illegal to carry in a lot of places.
@@josephcometa1992 Yeah I imagine it was a way to carry a fairly large pocket knife that you could open with one hand, but didn't require a spring.. Because springs that small require fairly advanced equipment to make.
No it was made to use in an fist combatlike a brass knuckle there are even versions of it fused with brass knuckle the thing is they are both useless and just for fun
@@ekremguler6796 no they are not useless, it used to have a small blade and used in a fist, when in a battle situation people sometimes dont notice the small blade in his enemy hand and when the enemy not aware slit the throat, you know nothing
@nedkelly3436Most people aren't effectively trained. A karambit is perfect for someone like me as I avidly train to disable joints and go for arteries in combat. Plus I like grappling so hooking my opponent with the blade is very appealing.
@@No_man777 It weirded me out when people called it Butterfly knife since I live in the country that made THE Balisong. So when someone asked me about it, I just stared confused.
The Karambit was actually notably lethal due to its application, usually used to target presses points. One example I saw was driving into the top of the shoulder.
I am trying to be an expert about knives, nope. Karambit is trash when it comes to cutting stuff like sticky things, tapes etc. It is true that karambit is made for combat.
@@sethklikesgunsyes it is great at cuttings like skinning but as i said, it is bad when things sticky. Karambit is a great knife I'm really fond of it, I have two karambits.
@@gigachad481 "The Karambit knife was actually used as a farming tool in the 11th century. Overtime it developed uses for every day carry and defense as a weapon that was affordable and easy to use and conceal." Sited several different sources and they all say the same thing It was originally just a small hand scythe used for hacking through roots in farming.
For combat, Karambit all the way. Its difficult to disarm a Karambit with that ring loop. Also, the ring loop helps you grapple without dropping your blade. We cant play jitter spinners in a knife fight xD Practicality over flashiness.
Fun fact: Karambit was made larger after being used in a martial art (Silat warriors. Creditto the guy in replys ) they enlarged it to make it look cooler but is supposed to be really small and concealed within your hand.
Karambits are used in Indonesian Pencak silat, originating in West Sumatra by the Minangkabau people where, folklore believes it was inspired by tiger claws. Another fun fact, it was originally used for rice thrashing and planting like a sickle.
the bali is designed as a simple tool, they where even given to soldiers, its meant to be as simple as possible but still being able to fold, but people started flipping them.
Balisong is one of the most enjoyable things ever. Learning new tricks and all of that. Never learned to skate or anything really because my parents were too afraid of me hurting myself. So now that im older, taking up balisong was not only a rebellious slap in the face, but it taught me that practice makes perfect and to take pride and patience in what i do.
Me with a Buck 119 and 110: haha, I have the good ones They work really well Heavy, yes, but not that hard to handle. They're really good for hunting and basic kitchen use - however, they could both be used well in a combat situation
Okay, I hate to ruin dreams but the karambit is for, dun dun duh, gardening. Any knife with a curved blade like that is usually to cut roots while you're digging or to graft branches
nope, karambit was initially developed to chop offf thumbs if someone tried to grab your hand youd thust forward and their thumb would come off making it impossible to use guns meaning you won the gun fight with a knife!
id rather take the balisong~ already does the slicing and stabbing with minimal effort compared to karambit thats prolly good for hooking and just sticking it in there with slight difficulty in slicing but anyways im reading too into it~ i love and own both~
I own both. Butterfly knifes are way more fun to fidget with and have more use. In terms of if I needed on for self defense? I'm going karambit. The curved blade would be absolutely brutal and due to its small size, it can be useful for a surprise attack.
Karambits kind of suck for a fighting knife because you can’t thrust with them, which means you’re going to have to get into grappling range to do any real damage. You’re going to have to work twice as hard as opposed to using a straight or fixed blade.
I think karambits technically are better cause in fighting ya just want a blade trying to make concealed contraptions have been proven time and time again to waste time and break easy.
In a fight?a karambit is gonna make you more vulnerable than if you just were using fists, unless you legitimately get professional training for several years Those knives are legitimately ornamental at the most But c'mon lmao
@@greennightcrawler9715well supposedly your supposed to drag it across your opponent which would probably be worse then just getting stabbed but idk if I was going into a melee fight I'd probably bring something bigger then a knife.
As a karambit owner the cutting into the leg thing hit home. Although more often than not it’s actually my hand cause it pokes through my jeans and catches on my hands
As someone who does Filipino martial arts. Balisongs are actually quite practical. Makes a great less lethal weapon when closed too. Good for edc tasks as well. Just don't edc a super cheap one because looks and parts come lose on those.
The carambit is actually really good for combat since its easier to maneuver and harder to evade. Good for slashing tendons and maybe a little lung opening action
@@nateianovici5739 no no no, lumberjacks and pyromaniacs aren’t the same. Don’t compare me to some forest fella. If you want an example of a maniac with an axe, look at the American Psycho scene or a few parts of The Shining. Or just play Pyro in Team Fortress 2.
I’ve had balisong as a hobby for about 3 years now and it’s sad that there are parts of the community that are like this, luckily most people in the social aspect of balisong aren’t like this so I can flip a karambit at meets if I need a break from balis
At first I was like this is stupid, then it actually got really funny. Especially at the end when the "dad" walks in (with a knife) and points to the grandfather's picture with a sword. LOL
Everybody knows a clip point folder with brass handle is best. Even if it's dull it still functions as a blunt implement. Kids these days just don't appreciate classic efficiency.
Reverse grip is bad if you're sword fighting, if you brought a knife to a sword fight you fucked up anyways. If you know what you're doing the reverse grip for knife fighting is very effective. Just think about how dangerous a mma fighter or a boxer is, then attach knives to his fists.
When it comes to knives, I personally prefer the stiletto switchblade. It seems classy in a way that helps to... withdraw money from helpful strangers.
i’ve got both and i prefer the karambit, i like the balisong as well but it’s system is more complicated, lots of screws and tiny pieces, if you don’t do constant maintenance it will definitely jam mid combat
dad with the fix blade, grandad with the cutlass XD
Great great great grandad with the sharpened rock
And me with the gun
@@jonahtheilen7562British
Saber
@@mjmoffatt6097 anerican*
As a bali owner this is unfortunately what some of the community is like
I've been exposed to it a bit through yoyoing since both are in the same genre of a skill toy. I think they're great if you can do the tricks, but as a tool, I'd rather carry any other knife. I'd rather not carry a karambit either. I know a friend of a friend who acts all badass with his, but everyone knows he's just an edge lord with it. I carry an OTF, but at least it's usable as a knife.
What the hell are you talking about dawg
Bali?, you ar an owner of Bali island?, wut the hek, u can't claim a full of island just by yourself without any proof or anything that prefers to :)
@@Irkham_MdL01 damn u right-
i will spread ur cheeks lil bro 😭🙏🏾🙏🏾 I betta not catch you in my comments again or it’s finna gon be OVER for you 👾
Tf2 fans vs csgo fans
a complete draw
Lol
csgo vs csgo
@@zzzvortxwhat?
British vs British
The butterfly being a trainer just made it even funnier
Grim, this is exactly how I imagine them interacting, I feel like the Ka bar guy in the background, I love my Ka bar
Edit:never thought I’d get this many likes on a comment lol
Same
Same
Same
@@rexinicle1942 Ka-Bar is a fudd knife.
Same
In Indonesia, karambit knife is actually a hidden weapon that is often associated with Tiger style silat. This particular style has a very low stance with finishing their opponents on the floor so you could imagine how dangerous it would be if they had a knife in their hands
Fun fact: The karambit belongs to the list of dedicated tools weaponized. It started life as a knife used for cutting material into strips and root cutting more specifically. That's why it has a strange curve to it and is held in reverse grip. It allows the user to get a good pull going.
The butterfly knife is just an unusual switchblade style knife, and is illegal to carry in a lot of places.
The balisong is of Filipino origin originally used by fishermen
If it's good at cutting grass fiber or stabbing fish then it's good against human
@@rivalifritdarc2481 how about we just agree that sharp pointy thing=danger for living being
@@TigerwithAdrill couldn't agree more
@@josephcometa1992 Yeah I imagine it was a way to carry a fairly large pocket knife that you could open with one hand, but didn't require a spring.. Because springs that small require fairly advanced equipment to make.
Karambit was supposed to be a hidden weapon, slowly the design changed, now its opposite of the original use
No it was made to use in an fist combatlike a brass knuckle there are even versions of it fused with brass knuckle the thing is they are both useless and just for fun
@@ekremguler6796 no they are not useless, it used to have a small blade and used in a fist, when in a battle situation people sometimes dont notice the small blade in his enemy hand and when the enemy not aware slit the throat, you know nothing
Incorrect, the karambit was supposed to rake roots and mainly farm rice, never was meant to be a combat knife in the first place.
I like how through all the videos with the butterfly knife he still refuses to learn hardly any open😂
😂 It’s only weird if it doesn’t work 😅
@@grimgraniteI'll help you learn if you'd like
learn the helix and just repeat that throughout the video its not too difficult with some practice
He uses the quick draw xd
@nedkelly3436Most people aren't effectively trained. A karambit is perfect for someone like me as I avidly train to disable joints and go for arteries in combat. Plus I like grappling so hooking my opponent with the blade is very appealing.
Karambits hook perfectly on tape. Literally like opening a box with a sharp claw. So satisfying.
The greatest knife is the friends we made along the way
As a balisong flipper, this is what balisong reddit is like 💀
Edit: WHAT THE HELL 100 likes??!! Tysm
So true though, but I call it a butterfly knife and not a Balisong
@@No_man777 It weirded me out when people called it Butterfly knife since I live in the country that made THE Balisong. So when someone asked me about it, I just stared confused.
@@Re0Searchyeah, that's the western name for the knife
I’m a flipper aswell but I’ve never checked the Reddit
@@Re0Searchcsgo
damn these rap battles getting extreme
😂
Ay same profile pic just idfferent user🗿
@@luztabuada4038 both have a Huge L as their profile picture 🗿
The Karambit was actually notably lethal due to its application, usually used to target presses points. One example I saw was driving into the top of the shoulder.
the karambit guy saying “Maybe if your an amazon box” is funny because karambits are better on boxes in my experience
I think he said it because unboxing RUclipsrs use butterfly knives more
I am trying to be an expert about knives, nope. Karambit is trash when it comes to cutting stuff like sticky things, tapes etc. It is true that karambit is made for combat.
@@baris-icin-savasnope, the curved blade makes it great at cutting.
@@sethklikesgunsyes it is great at cuttings like skinning but as i said, it is bad when things sticky. Karambit is a great knife I'm really fond of it, I have two karambits.
@@baris-icin-savas How would it be bad at cutting sticky things? What the science behind this unfounded theory?
I am here to end all the arguments
Both types of knifes are good when used well
You are the manifestation of the song "heal the world"
"both, both is good"
I'm pretty sure the Karambit was designed as a farming tool before it became used as a fighting knife.
nope it was traditional weapon in Indonesian its inspire by Tiger claws
@@gigachad481
"The Karambit knife was actually used as a farming tool in the 11th century. Overtime it developed uses for every day carry and defense as a weapon that was affordable and easy to use and conceal."
Sited several different sources and they all say the same thing
It was originally just a small hand scythe used for hacking through roots in farming.
@@skel_raven
dam bro, did not have to do him so formal
@@theastroguy7417 He shoulda fact checked before trying to correct someone.
@@gigachad481 no it weren't
For combat, Karambit all the way. Its difficult to disarm a Karambit with that ring loop. Also, the ring loop helps you grapple without dropping your blade. We cant play jitter spinners in a knife fight xD
Practicality over flashiness.
They're both farm tools in their respective countries of origin
@@youdontknowmeitshouldstayt7213 Karambit is a sickle while balisong is a grasscutter 😆🤣😂😹
Bro is the guy from the video💀
@@youdontknowmeitshouldstayt7213 wasnt the balisong a fishing knife originally, and the karambit was a farming tool
I mean, Karambits are martial art weapons (and farming equipment), Meanwhile balisongs are literally just knives, there's no contest lmao
Fun fact: Karambit was made larger after being used in a martial art (Silat warriors. Creditto the guy in replys ) they enlarged it to make it look cooler but is supposed to be really small and concealed within your hand.
Karambits are used in Indonesian Pencak silat, originating in West Sumatra by the Minangkabau people where, folklore believes it was inspired by tiger claws. Another fun fact, it was originally used for rice thrashing and planting like a sickle.
the granddad wit the sabre is just PERFECT. and is the thing that got me cracking up.
the reason why this is so accurate is because of the "It's akshually called a balisong"
Actually* 🤓
the bali is designed as a simple tool, they where even given to soldiers, its meant to be as simple as possible but still being able to fold, but people started flipping them.
Yes lmao 🤣 this is 10/10 definitely cool and dangerous.
I feel like most of the bali community has humility in the fact that really we are just people playing with knives
The fixed, folder, gravity, and automatic guys in the background all eating some food watching this fight go down:
Balisongs are classed as gravity knives in some areas though
@@worthle22human generally speaking though, not so much
Folders are so underrated. 100% concealability
@@ryneagheilim9782 same applies for the rest of those if ya know what you're looking for
Balisong is one of the most enjoyable things ever. Learning new tricks and all of that. Never learned to skate or anything really because my parents were too afraid of me hurting myself. So now that im older, taking up balisong was not only a rebellious slap in the face, but it taught me that practice makes perfect and to take pride and patience in what i do.
You should do a argument between balis and pocket knives! This would make a cool series of inter-knife-nerd community competition
😂😅
This feels like the opening to a food battle video 💀
Come on. Every one of us as a kid loved playing with a butterfly knife acting like they were the coolest guy in the world
Nah
Me with a Buck 119 and 110: haha, I have the good ones
They work really well
Heavy, yes, but not that hard to handle. They're really good for hunting and basic kitchen use - however, they could both be used well in a combat situation
Both people were subliminally influenced by counters strike and it is now a major part of their identity
i will spread ur cheeks lil bro 😭🙏🏾🙏🏾 I betta not catch you in my comments again or it’s finna gon be OVER for you 👾
Bali songs are fun. Impractical af though, utility wise, they are probrably the worse option you can pick
The production level of your videos is crazy good for a young channel
I appreciate that!
@@grimgranite make one where they get drunk and stab the sh*t out of each other 😂
Butterfly knives are such fun fidget toys. Even with no tricks, they feel good to swing around.
Okay, I hate to ruin dreams but the karambit is for, dun dun duh, gardening. Any knife with a curved blade like that is usually to cut roots while you're digging or to graft branches
nope, karambit was initially developed to chop offf thumbs if someone tried to grab your hand youd thust forward and their thumb would come off making it impossible to use guns meaning you won the gun fight with a knife!
I thought they were made to actually be weapons. Unlike the kunai which are literally gardening trowels
Karambits were originally made for combat if I'm not mistaken, it is a nasty ass cut
Karambits were originally really small and were designed to cut the backs of legs and throats but we're enlarged and became unaffectivr
@@The_FlamingPhoenix there are still small ones the looks like a tiger tooth, not as popular tho that's for sure
id rather take the balisong~ already does the slicing and stabbing with minimal effort compared to karambit thats prolly good for hooking and just sticking it in there with slight difficulty in slicing
but anyways im reading too into it~ i love and own both~
M9 Bayonet at back: Are you guys gonna shut up already?
Karambit and Butterfly: Yes sir
Bayonet 😂😂😂
This thing is ass
Ok
As someone with butter knife I see this as a lose
I just use a balisong trainer and accept that they aren't for fighting or survival. I just like doing tricks tbh
i will spread ur cheeks lil bro 😭🙏🏾🙏🏾 I betta not catch you in my comments again or it’s finna gon be OVER for you 👾
You'd be surprise how balisong is widely used for MA in the Philippines.
Boys: karambit fan
Men: balisong enjoyer
I don't like how much you looked like general sam in that last angle
Nah bro who gave Sam a knife 💀
*Me, who is an old ww2 Ka-Bar Stan*
"Amateurs."
Not a big knife guy but I love flipping and collecting balis. Thats pretty much most of the bali community as well.
Yeah, only teenagers act the way this guy does in this video. Most of the Bali community is just collectors and people who like doing tricks.
I own both. Butterfly knifes are way more fun to fidget with and have more use. In terms of if I needed on for self defense? I'm going karambit. The curved blade would be absolutely brutal and due to its small size, it can be useful for a surprise attack.
The Glock 17: ladies ladies let’s all just agree that I’m da biggest bird
Grandad cannon in the background: ...
@@hekmatyar4476 tank*
literally anything with more stoppjng power than 9 mil is better
@@CICellDirectorCairmann true
Karambits kind of suck for a fighting knife because you can’t thrust with them, which means you’re going to have to get into grappling range to do any real damage. You’re going to have to work twice as hard as opposed to using a straight or fixed blade.
Tbh the karambit is more for stealth encounters while the balisong is for head on
the karambit is just an apple skinner
The little "ow" when he was flipping it was hilarious
I think karambits technically are better cause in fighting ya just want a blade trying to make concealed contraptions have been proven time and time again to waste time and break easy.
They dont stab they only cut
@@greennightcrawler9715 wanna bet? Because I got $100 I can stab you with one 😂
Bayonet or tent is better choice
In a fight?a karambit is gonna make you more vulnerable than if you just were using fists, unless you legitimately get professional training for several years
Those knives are legitimately ornamental at the most
But c'mon lmao
@@greennightcrawler9715well supposedly your supposed to drag it across your opponent which would probably be worse then just getting stabbed but idk if I was going into a melee fight I'd probably bring something bigger then a knife.
It's not about the tool, but the user.
I think that's something we all can agree on.
As a karambit owner the cutting into the leg thing hit home. Although more often than not it’s actually my hand cause it pokes through my jeans and catches on my hands
Dudes showing off his karambit like it's gonna be more useful in a fight than a kitchen knife.
why doesn’t this have more views and comment lmao
As someone who does Filipino martial arts. Balisongs are actually quite practical. Makes a great less lethal weapon when closed too. Good for edc tasks as well. Just don't edc a super cheap one because looks and parts come lose on those.
I’m voting for balisongs if this it’s being flashy but a Karambit might be more stable
Can't we just all agree that all knives are beautiful and have their uses?
"It could be you. It could be me! It could even be-"
"WOAH WOAH WOAH WOAH WOAH!"
The carambit is actually really good for combat since its easier to maneuver and harder to evade. Good for slashing tendons and maybe a little lung opening action
I'll keep my shoulder mounted ninjato thanks lol
Youre scorpion from Mortal Kombat. GET OVER HERE!! Youre gonna need a chain xD
I've seen a karambit butterfly knife before lol
Wtf
Where!
Me who uses an axe in combat: *_[laughs in maniac]_*
*laughs in lumberjack
@@nateianovici5739 no no no, lumberjacks and pyromaniacs aren’t the same. Don’t compare me to some forest fella. If you want an example of a maniac with an axe, look at the American Psycho scene or a few parts of The Shining. Or just play Pyro in Team Fortress 2.
@@nateianovici5739*laughs in maniac Viking*
@@hellstormroblox7296 “laugh in napoleonic”
@@ludwigvanbeethoven7778 *Laughs in butter knife*
Honestly a Balisong knife and a Karambit will never compare to how intimidating a sword is.
The karambit looks good for cutting carpet ngl
Guys guys we all know both of them are absolutly amazing
I love having a karambit but a karambit was originally used as a farming knife for women
What? is it less credible as a functional tool because women used to use it or something😂
Scissor action knives are the middle child of the knife family
😅😂
A trusty 1911:
Great grandpa's Bayonet is always the coolest you can have. Cool fidget button included too and a nice ring so you can use it to hold napkins.
Gotta say, I would rather have a balisong.
The sword at the end hand me going 😂😂😂
USMC K-Bar superiority
Amen brother I keep mine on. the. READY.
Eickhorn KM2000 superiority
This looks like a show that would blow up
Pull up with the longsword
Pulls out zweihander
As a messier owner, I see this as a absolute win.
As an M1917 Lee Enfield mounted bayonet owner, I see this as an absolute win.
I personally prefer a scaled down version of the optimus prime sword from the 2014 movie for self defence
@@deeznuts23yearsago based
Calling the Karambit a fidget spinner while using the literal fidget spinner knife
Definitely being listened to, currently fidgeting with both a balisong and a karambit
Gotta love the cutlass
I like every knife they are cool and unique
I wouldnt mind more karambit slander
Both deserve slander, knife is knife
I for some reason expected a Smosh Food Battle but with knives for some reason
Both, both are cool, that's why I have both lmao
I’ve had balisong as a hobby for about 3 years now and it’s sad that there are parts of the community that are like this, luckily most people in the social aspect of balisong aren’t like this so I can flip a karambit at meets if I need a break from balis
And fixed blade is better than both
And i can put mine in my pocket instead of a special holster
A Karambit is a fixed blade
@@Sully_bc_yes No. There are fixed karambits and folding karambits.
@@vinceabbott5438originally it’s a fixed blade
@vinceabbott5438 so I was half right
Also I know there are both
At first I was like this is stupid, then it actually got really funny. Especially at the end when the "dad" walks in (with a knife) and points to the grandfather's picture with a sword. LOL
People are now actually calling butterfly knives as balisong?
Edit: oh wow, I didn't actually realized that it originated in the Philippines
They both originated from the Philippines
Bros got the cod background
Did the painting just eat an ONION LIKE AN APPLE
Chanson de l'Oignon
@@GrandOvertureLaughter huh?
No he ate an apple like an apple
high tier csgo trader
I’ve played with Karambits, far prefer my butterfly’s, and it’s hilarious to show someone your routine for the first time 🤣
Everybody knows a clip point folder with brass handle is best. Even if it's dull it still functions as a blunt implement. Kids these days just don't appreciate classic efficiency.
The butterfly knife was originally a farm tool
I think 🤔
I don't know about that but I know the karambit is.@@Akotawolf
They made a karambit butterfly knife
they did! and it's probably the scariest knife to weird and do tricks with!
As a fixed blade owner I can say with the utmost confidence, the best one is the one that stabs guys.
You know what people say about reverse grip. And the Karambit is basically a knife meant to be held in a reverse grip normally, so... Oof
Reverse grip is bad if you're sword fighting, if you brought a knife to a sword fight you fucked up anyways. If you know what you're doing the reverse grip for knife fighting is very effective. Just think about how dangerous a mma fighter or a boxer is, then attach knives to his fists.
@@-jax-3631 now imagine the same guy with a bigger knife and a regular grip, he’s gonna be far more effective than the karambit clown 🤷🏻♂️
There are plenty of effective reverse grip techniques for knives, they just don’t translate well to a full size sword blade
@@Max-ni3ltimagine dropping or losing grip on said knife. must suck only carrying 1 big knife too, rather than multiple different blade shapes
When it comes to knives, I personally prefer the stiletto switchblade. It seems classy in a way that helps to... withdraw money from helpful strangers.
We need more saber representation in media
Bro that last one is absolutely baller
As a kukri enjoying individual:))
i’ve got both and i prefer the karambit, i like the balisong as well but it’s system is more complicated, lots of screws and tiny pieces, if you don’t do constant maintenance it will definitely jam mid combat
can anyone tell me how to clean my hunting knife without getting it to rust
You can use fine steel wool and then wipe it down with oil, any oil, to prevent rust.
Thanks bro
Really appreciate it 🤗
Use oil and u have many options, hell I use engine oil on my beater knife lol