Ha ha, I didn't even remember until now that magic moment from Kids in the Hall circa 1992-ish when Kevin McDonald summons Dave Foley from under the table as Hecubus.
For the guy asking about D2 rusting: I live in the Dallas metroplex, where the air can get pretty humid. I carry an Izula in 1095, and the edge will take a patina within seconds of use, but it never goes and further than that, and not even the entire edge patinas. I have a buddy who carries a D2 flipper that I sharpened as a favor, and I noted little spots of surface rust. It’s only a problem if you’re vain enough to have totally patina-free blade profile, but a little steel wool polishing should keep it shiny.
You say the air can get pretty humid where you live, but you live in an air-conditioned house, right? Your car has AC, right? And you probably work in an air-conditioned office. There's a reason almost zero percent of knives from 100 years ago are still around: They got rusty so people discarded them.
That’s a good point. 🤔 Modern conveniences would definitely make it much easier to preserve knives that are more prone to rusting. I hadn’t considered that before.
It depends on what you do and where you live. I live in San Antonio, Texas (hi, neighbor) and I work outside. It can be a bit humid where I live at times, but nothing like Houston's humidity. I've used D2 from different manufacturers and all of them rust. The reason being is because they're in my pocket and wear jeans type material. It gets damp w sweat, humidity, etc. I love D2 in my field because I can abuse it and not worry about it chipping. S35vn works really well, too. Anyway, if you use EDCI solution on your D2 blades, they help stop the rust. I have had tremendous success w it and kept rust to a very bare minimum. Of course YMMV. Hope this helps!
I carry a RAT Model 1 in D2. It's in my jeans pocket every day for years. Am north of Texas on the arid Great Plains. My workplace isn't air-conditioned. I've not seen any rust or patina on the blade. I haven't yet figured out how to sharpen the thing. It quickly goes from scary sharp to almost sharp . And then stays fairly sharp for a long time.
I can help with one question. Everyone should feel as confident and comfortable weather you are carrying a $25 Rat 1 or a $750 Microtech. At the end of the day it's not what other people think it's about what you think.
LoL nothing to do with what you think, it's skill level, how well designed the tool is, the blade geometry, and if it's the right knife for the job one is using it for.
Hi David, My first question was answered brilliantly, so here I go again! Hope you can help me out with another one similar to my 1st question: I'm looking for a folding knife, with the following features: 1) Flipper (that becomes a "guard") 2) Axis or Similar Cross-Bar Lock (**MUST** be bank-vault, bomb-proof strong) 3) Thumb Hole, either oval or round, doesn't matter, but **MUST** have it... 4) About 3" or more Blade Length 5) Pointy, not Wharncliffe, but needs some belly. 6) Optional, but would be game-winning: Full Flat Grind, finger choil, assist or bearings in the pivot and Deep Carry Pocket Clip 7) See if you can recommend me a budget and a premium version each. Thanks so much!
I love the Sage 5 lw, which is odd for me, because I very seldom ever carry a 3" or under blade. I normally go for a 3.5 area blade, but that darn Sage 5 lw is such a great knife, it finds it's way into my rotation quite often.
Hey David, it's great you love Nessmuk knives, there is a certain "bolo" here in the Philippines that resembles a Nessmuk blade... it is called "Bakukang". It has a very distinct curve like a Perang knife but a lot like the Nessmuk in a hulk size...
I have a D2 knife that was in my truck when I left my windows open during a rainstorm. It stayed in there for about 24h in the Florida humidity and got little rust spots all over the blade. It cleaned right up with a blade eraser.
@@danefuentes3877 I agree I like to put my edge on it right from the start. makes it easier to touch up later in the field do yourself a favor and learn how to sharpen your own knife
I'm glad you guys are starting to highlight the SOG Kiku XR a little more. I got the LTE model when it came out, and it's been in my pocket every day since. Super sharp, great blade steel, handle feels comfortable in any grip you would need to use, and the XR lock is easily one of my favorites.
Thank you for all the detailed info. I've been really missing this aspect from a lot of knife dealer channels. Love the facts and not having to put up with gimmicks.
I loved the DCA/Seth segment. I think you two complimented eachother very well. Love both your views on first big boy knife and agree 100% for all the reason you guys mentioned.
On the topic of keeping your fingers out of the blade path while still having a flipper I think the kizer swaggs swayback is by far the best between 50 and 130 dollars.
Awesome stuff! I've actually been hoping someone would put that set of mini Halo 3s in a video. I noticed they were the priciest Microtech/Marfione item, but I didn't realize that set was the most expensive thing in your whole inventory! Since I understand I'll probably never see or handle them, I'm very happy to be able to see them in operation, in any capacity. Tho wonderfully high-res photos at Knifecenter make everything look big, but now I can actually comprehend the amazing work the Marfiones have created, and exactly how very wee they truly are. Thanks DCA!
The compression locks are awesome I love how they always say it is safe. It does help you keep your fingers out of the way very cool information thanks dnc and Seth
Need a suggestion for a emplacement knife for work, I currently have a CRKT M16 3 inch Tanto that I have to carry appendix as my front pocket is covered by my duty holster. I want a tough knife that can go a while without needing to be sharpened, can be deployed with a gloved hand if needed, is a bit slimmer or less poky in the stomach and preferably under $100 but can go as high as $150. The only thing it can’t be is a fixed blade as my department policy doesn’t allow us to carry them. My secondary knife in my left pocket is a Kershaw Dividend Composite. Thanks for your videos as I find them very educational and entertaining.
I have recently been getting back into traditional knives. I was hoping you could show some brands other than Case and GEC. I'm just wondering what else is out there in the traditional world. Thanks for the info.
Boker makes some Bohler M390 slipjoints, You've always got Buck. Currently carrying the 110 Pro Hunter right now and I'm loving it. Tbh, Case doesn't live up to the legacy with what they are offering in terms of quality.
Love D2 but treatment does make a difference. Only time I've had it rust is when I put a knife away wet/dirty after camping. Even then it was surface rust that cleaned up with only moderate effort (had to disassemble to clean) and no edge damage. I agree with DCA - steel has some relevance but just buy what you like and leave the steel snobs to fight each other over which is best. Perfection never comes so buy whatever makes you happy - these great vids will help you make a good choice!!
Hi there, I own several bushcrafting fixed blades (Mora's and other Scandi grind knives) but am looking for an EDC fixed blade with slightly different characteristics. I would like a thiner slicing blade, capable of skinning/gutting and daily food prep, but also strong enough to do other daily tasks. I won't be abusing it like a work knife on a building site, and would carry a small keychain pry bar as well. I like wooden handles and leather sheaths, but am happy to go aftermarket for the sheath. I am thinking a little bit of an updated version of that wicked sharp carbon steel knife your grandmother might have had in the kitchen, but in a smaller, tougher package. In an ideal scenario I would carry it either on my belt or inside the waistband. I have larger than average hands. Blade length doesn't need to be that long. Open to different blade steels. I actually quite liked the L.T. Wright Camp MUK, but am open to lots of options.
Hi, DCA, I have recently purchased a Bradford guardian 3 and an L.T Wright Genesis. I like your camp MUK. I would love to order the same camp MUK as yours from L T. For skinning. Looks great
Wow, maybe I should just chime in on all of your suggestions, but the Spyderco amalgam has been good to me. Benchmade grizzly ridge is awesome for a smaller, lighter use blade with a recurve but without the cool steel.
Gotta say the sage5 was a great pock. I think $75-150 is the best price range. Dave what is the best small chopper knife. Let's say 6-7 inches under 9. What is the most useful camping/ hunting/ fishing. Then the big issue lefthand friendly. Most people don't realize many fixed blades are not lefthand friendly.
D.C.A.,Since you were discussing the Spyderco PM 3 and Sage, I own a PM 3 lightweight. I recently bought a CRKT Pilar 3 and was amazed at how close it compares to the PM 3 when opened! I'll bet it would be even more similar to a Sage with a frame lock, though maybe a bit heavier.
I work in a bar and the D2 elementum is my work knife. I have, after months of abusing it, started to get some minor discoloration and small rust spots. Like I said I have abused the knife and considering what I put it through it has held up really well. I am switching to an N699 Kizer with a coating on it anyways.
The only rust I've seen on my original Paramilitary with CPM D2 steel was when my dad flipped his small sailboat with me in it and we wound up in the saltwater bay. The rust on the blade came right off, except for some very minor pitting. The scale standoffs got very rusty, very quickly. Each time I see the remaining slight damage to the knife, I think of my dad. Good times.
We all come from different backgrounds, obviously, and I may believe that last question wasn’t a joke. Although my background involved combat handgunning, close quarters combat, and trench warfare, my experience with “high end” knives was VASTLY limited until I actually got into the knife game. My questions, back in the days, would’ve been the same, since Marines pretty much carried Cold Steel, KaBar, and of course everything Gerber sent us. So I think the question eluded more to of what DCA might consider a solid, hardcore, combat war fighting knife. Right now I am VERY satisfied with the Protech SBR Fixed Blade and for folding knives, I’m really enjoying the Adamas in Cruwear.
DCA - You are wise and you are good. Talk to us about knife steel and edge retention. I tend to get shaving edges on my folders using (for instance) the Spyderco Gauntlet. When I take down boxes whether using my Buck 110 in 420 HC, my Spyderco Endura in VG10, my Para 3 in CTS BD1N, etc. I seem to get similar results. After a box or two, none will shave. Then they all sharpen back to shaving sharp pretty easily. I guess I don't see much difference. Are those steels too similar? Are my expectations goofy? What is an example of good edge retention vs. average?
Talk about amazing D2 budget knives. I wont say what of where from out of respect for DCA and the KC, but I just got a D2 ball bearing flipper with black micarta (good too!) and it cost $26.00!! This thing is insane. Soooooo good! Hard to believe just how good of a tool you can get without breaking the bank. People say that knives have gotten too expensive, but I think the budget knife category is so chocked full of quality, I really can complain. Again, this knife is 10/10. Worth 80 bucks. Not kidding
I was wondering if there was any news about the gen 2 Hogue Deka? Hogue said they had redesigned and I’m loving the carbon fiber, deep carry pocket clip, and reduced hardware they showed off recently and blade show!
Thanks for all advice DCA, I have purchased several knives under your recommendations. Do you have a knife sharp enough to shave with and if so would you consider rocking a sweet 'stache like Seth?
Hey DCA - love your work. My job has me deployed to disasters throughout the US and Territories 11 months out of the year. So - constraints are I almost always fly and I could end up anywhere. For choppers / small machetes I always go for something fast, hard hitting, and which can rock a snap cut - which I find exceptionally effective and satisfying. I am currently using a Tops Armageddon (fantastic blade) but interested in trying something else which could go in my kit but perform like the Armageddon, which also baton like a beast. Must be able to maintain and not break the blade while on travel status. Currently I am in the Pacific Northwest for a while, but might have to jump up to Alaska to deal with some landslides. I have an affinity for compound grinds and don’t need anything with a full flat grind. Preferred steel is 1095 and with a full multi position long handle that’s grippy enough to not use a lanyard. Able to fit in a 5.11 Rush 72 pack is a plus.
DCA is right saying steel doesn't matter. My CRKT SPEW, Artisan Cutlery Sea Snake, Morakniv Bushcraft and Kershaw Hotwire have been pounded for a year. Building bushcraft shelters, tent stakes, bushcraft furniture, whittling, carving walking staffs, processing firewood (breaking the branches down & batoning) and various bushcraft projects. I stay outside in the humid but mild summers & subzero temps winters. None need sharpening. They need periodic cleaning & stopping but no need for 'sharpening'. All a variety of budget steels & still sharp AF. All the premium steel sales pitches are a money grab. Keeping up with the Jones.
DCA, I bye no means am an expert on knife steels. I can say that if you have knives, an I have a good two hundred. Keep them for the most part in my den I "including some old gas station knives" have never had a rust problem. The highest steel I currently have is S35vn, so the long way around is simply store your knives in the proper place. I grab a few almost every night an will strap them while watching our shows with my wife.an I live within a half mile of the Indian River in Titusville Florida. Also work for the most part outdoors!
I recently picked up the Boker Plus PryMini Pro. It's a Vox design and for the size, it's amazing. Relatively comfortable, VERY sturdy, edge is quite thin, legal in many places. I was thinking, do you have any other tips or recommendations for small but comfortable to use fixed blade knives?
That is probably because of your skins and sweat ph that is acidic enough to rust d2.since its only in that part i dont think that is an environmental thing.dont worry btw its normal to have acidic ph on your skin or sweat
Hey DCA, love the channel and your work! Question: what is your top pick for a folding knife to use in the kitchen? What have you used? Also, what outdoor fixed blade survival knife have you used in the kitchen? By kitchen I mean not camping. Thanks!
Question: are Byrd knives worth getting to “test” Spyderco EDC? I know that they’re a budget subsidiary, but I wasn’t sure if the general fit and finish was similar enough to test the Spidey-flick, and I’m trying to curb my bias against Spyderco’s aesthetics without spending too much on something I don’t know if I’ll like. General box opening and cardboard cutting for EDC use, plus plastic straps and seatbelt straps. Thanks for all the info, love the series
Generally harder to do the Spidey flick with a lockback knife. They Byrd knives are good and I will continue to recommend them, but they are maybe a half-step lower in quality than the inexpensive China-made Spyderco branded knives. -DCA
Question: I do a lot of BBQing ( often for large groups so large quantities at once)... what knife would you recommend for trimming fat off of Boston butts and brisket before they go into the smoker?
@@ilijabosnjak76 Thanks for the recommendation... price isn't the biggest point with me... I want something that will hold its edge, be comfortable to use, and make short work of removing large fat caps... if that happens to be inexpensive even better :) but not required I'll check it out
@@aPoxOnUsernames I bought it specifically for kitchen use because I was using Shrade half machete which was fine and ok ✅ but just a little too big for kitchen ,,if you want fancy Shyt buy Solingen from Germany 🇩🇪 good steel no rust and not that expensive..With proper care will outlast you and your kids…
Spyderco Native 5 LW is underrated. Probably because it’s a lockback. Great knife for EDC. Really great knife. Love mine. Carry it as a companion to my PM 2.
We talk alot about about bushcraft knives. But, what about Bushcraft axes/hatchets? What's a good entry level axe? What is your top pick? What do we need to look for?
It looks like the Spyderco knife can be possibly locked from a kid with a master #10 lock. I have a few of these floating around on my cabinets. Can you see if you can put a padlock on one of these.
Are there any dagger style folders on the market that are truly double edged? I understand the reasoning for being sharpened only on one side, but are there are any knives where the grip layout can safely accommodate 2 edges? I have never really liked the look of OTF's so those are out.
@Knifecenter @DCA Hope y'all are having a good summer! I know scalpel-type knives are something I rarely see the knife community talk about but they are handy and very useful. Im looking at the TOPS Street Scalpel and the Boker Ylvi (sp?) Are there any other suggestions that y'all guys have? Thanks in advance! Cheers from San Antonio, Texas! 🍻
Hey DCA, I love my cleaver blades. Berg Blades Golem, Kizer Sheepdog XL and mini, civivi bullmastiff and bullmastiff mini, CJRB tigris and crag… are there any beefy hall of fame large folding style cleaver blades that I’m missing?
DCA, love the videos. I have a question for the next FAQ. I have a couple of folders that came stiff out of the box. what is the best way to get the knife to open smoothly. I have tried oil and loosening the pivots and they either become too loose or they are back to stiff. is it a use issue? will they eventually loosen? Some I won't be using everyday so that may take forever. Thanks
Hi David. I really enjoy your vids! I almost exclusively use my old Nieto 440c lockback knife for fruit peeling and slicing and for steak cutting. I m thinking of upgrading to a Cold Steel Lucky and I wonder if you can recommend any alternative or anything similar preferably with locking blade. Thanks and keep up the good work!
Hi DCA. I love the Condor mini Duku (and all the other J. Flowers designs actually). Do you consider it a small machete, a big knife or juste the perfect mix? Do you have other blades that fit the same category? Best regards
Hey DCA and/or Seth, What's the best way to contact production companies and convince them to make more knives how we want? For example, I love my SOG terminus xr but want a wharncliffe version, and cjrb's recoil lock just needs a little work on the lock "actuator" to be amazing and should be put on more flipper knives. Thanks!
MiniGriptillian got me into knives. I started buying them. The next one was Leeks. Still like them both & collect them. Never had any use for spyderco.
Question: One of my friends showed me his pocket knife and the blade on it wasnt anything i've seen before and cant find. He called the blade edge a H blade and its not like a serrated blade. How the H blade is used is just to cut straight down. No need to do any sawing motion at all. Hopefully you can help me out. Thank you for all your work.
Hi DCA, not sure if it has been asked before but I'd love to hear your thoughts on what knife you would take with you if you were a contestant on the series "alone"? Thanks for all your efforts to entertain and inform. Cheers Mick.
Great show as always, and this time I have a question! Any recommendations when it comes to a folding tanto style blade? They don't seem very popular, at least when I was looking for some options, and I would love so have your insight on the subject. Price range I'm looking for is around $100, lower or slightly higher is fine. Thank you for your time.
Oh wise DCA, sage of knife knowledge, do you have any thoughts on the advantages and disadvantages of carrying a folding knife in a belt sheath for EDC?
Basically newbie here on start/building collection, great 1st question~Want that Red SOG for my next now!! That Seth Entrance effect was Amazing btw...ha!
Aside from CRK, what are some mid-tech non-automatic folders for lefties that are good for the price? Would consider saving for something like a Grimsmo or similar. Rockstead is a bit beyond what I want to spend at this point in my collection journey. But if I drop the coin, I’d much prefer something intentionally designed for my hand. Thanks!
Or at least more or less ambi (really appreciate Spyderco for intentionally designing to be mostly or fully ambi, but I’m thinking about grail knives).
Hi David. can you recommend some knives that are 3” or less that will work for someone with larger hands? I tried a rat 2 but it feels too small. I also own a para 3 and a delica, so I’d like to try something besides spyderco! Thanks!
Hey David: Explain the logic behind lanyard holes for both fixed blades and folders. They seem to compromise a knife’s aesthetics and ergonomics without offering enough benefit in return. Why do most knives possess a design element that seems better omitted? Thanks!
👍. Your L.T. Wright CampMuk is one beautiful knife. It also appears to be the right size to be very useful. I agree, the Nessmuk shape is very graceful. I have one made by a custom knifemaker in Dallas, Jim Eriksen, with a huge elk antler crown handle. My hands are large enough that they appreciate chunky handles. I’m headed to see if I can find CampMuk. 😂😂😂
Hi David, I own a fixed blade Milwaukee brand duct knife which of course is used for cutting foam or soft ducts for HVAC installations. However I found this to be a good all around knife, almost suitable for bushcraft. I would like your opinion on this knife if you ever had a chance to use one. Thanks
I've played with knives since 3 yrs. old, and spent 3 decades working in kitchens. Cuts are just a part of the deal, no matter how experienced you are. How BAD, and frequent, the cuts are depends a lot on experience. I have lots of scars on my hands and fingers, some of them recent.
DCA friend, I love washers and I'm sick of bearings (I don't hate them but I thing they're overhyped) I am looking for washer based flippers right now I have the skyline and the cutjack and both are absolutely amazing, do you have any other suggestions? And while you're at it possibly what are some washer based knives with good action in general. One last point I'm really into sleeper knives or under appreciated knives so anything unusual is always cool.
DCA---I'm having a bit of a battle on the Spyderco forum about warranty responses from different companies. Please inform us of what we SHOULD expect from a decent company as far as warranty and what companies have the best and worst warranty promises. I have excellent experiences with Essee, Buck and Benchmade but I wonder whether people or retailers have a particular favorite for warranty response.
Hey DCA, I think you are doing a great job in your presentations. I am looking for a somewhat premium knife. 150-300, 3.5” blade, good steel, nice handle and NO frame or liner locks. I like something similar to Benchmade axis lock. What do you have?
The Benchmade 300 and 300-1 are axis lock flippers. Mixed reviews, yes...but mine is solid and reliable and l personally have no complaints with this knife. Price range is within your stated parameters and it is difficult to go wrong with a Benchmade.
Hey DCA, is there a chance that you can introduce throwing knives. I recently gained interest in throwing knives but I don't know what brand to buy from with a price point around $50. Can you give me a few brands to choose from.
As far as which folder and fixed blade I would want in the Gladiator ring; I've gotta go with the Cold Steel Espada, and the sharpest, most expensive Katana in the catalog.
DCA, Hardly ever disagree with you but you missed it on the D2 steel rusting. It Rusts bad. I own a few and they've all rusted even after trying to keep clean. Heck my Benchmade S30V is now rusting. Live in Oklahoma where is hot... Maybe it's sweat, but during EDC you run into all kinds of fluids. Anyways, FYI.
Love Spyderco, but I'm not a fan of its lightweight series. The handles feel plasticky and cheap to me. I'm OK with some weight to a knife. Will the Andrew Demko become the next Pro-Tech Malibu?
Hi DCA. I just started my knife collection. I have $100. Would you buy two EDC folding knives around $50 each? Or one EDC folding knife for around $100? Thanks.
Where I work, I am constantly cutting boxes and opening bags, been looking for a tough blade with good edge retention. I have considered a delica in k390 or getting a native 5 in maxamet that looks to have better ergos. Do you have any other suggestions with comfortable ergos, somewhat lightweight, has good edge retension and toughness, and under 200?
Seth rising from the depths of hell is the point at which this channel has surpassed BladeHQs in quality
Oh yes. Long ago.
That was surpassed years ago.
Years ago.
Bladehq is purely for entertainment. I never watch it for real recommendations when shopping for knives.
Ha ha, I didn't even remember until now that magic moment from Kids in the Hall circa 1992-ish when Kevin McDonald summons Dave Foley from under the table as Hecubus.
For the guy asking about D2 rusting: I live in the Dallas metroplex, where the air can get pretty humid. I carry an Izula in 1095, and the edge will take a patina within seconds of use, but it never goes and further than that, and not even the entire edge patinas. I have a buddy who carries a D2 flipper that I sharpened as a favor, and I noted little spots of surface rust. It’s only a problem if you’re vain enough to have totally patina-free blade profile, but a little steel wool polishing should keep it shiny.
You say the air can get pretty humid where you live, but you live in an air-conditioned house, right? Your car has AC, right? And you probably work in an air-conditioned office. There's a reason almost zero percent of knives from 100 years ago are still around: They got rusty so people discarded them.
That’s a good point. 🤔 Modern conveniences would definitely make it much easier to preserve knives that are more prone to rusting. I hadn’t considered that before.
It depends on what you do and where you live. I live in San Antonio, Texas (hi, neighbor) and I work outside. It can be a bit humid where I live at times, but nothing like Houston's humidity. I've used D2 from different manufacturers and all of them rust. The reason being is because they're in my pocket and wear jeans type material. It gets damp w sweat, humidity, etc. I love D2 in my field because I can abuse it and not worry about it chipping. S35vn works really well, too. Anyway, if you use EDCI solution on your D2 blades, they help stop the rust. I have had tremendous success w it and kept rust to a very bare minimum. Of course YMMV. Hope this helps!
I carry a RAT Model 1 in D2. It's in my jeans pocket every day for years. Am north of Texas on the arid Great Plains. My workplace isn't air-conditioned. I've not seen any rust or patina on the blade. I haven't yet figured out how to sharpen the thing. It quickly goes from scary sharp to almost sharp . And then stays fairly sharp for a long time.
@@jerrybobteasdale buy yourself a lanskey sharpening system,with diamond hones will get you d2 super sharp
I can help with one question. Everyone should feel as confident and comfortable weather you are carrying a $25 Rat 1 or a $750 Microtech. At the end of the day it's not what other people think it's about what you think.
Yay!
Yay!
LoL nothing to do with what you think, it's skill level, how well designed the tool is, the blade geometry, and if it's the right knife for the job one is using it for.
@@monkeylovemagic3339 lol no one needs a $750 Microtech 😂
@@LouieD2 at least the internet is good for laughs 😆
Hi David,
My first question was answered brilliantly, so here I go again! Hope you can help me out with another one similar to my 1st question:
I'm looking for a folding knife, with the following features:
1) Flipper (that becomes a "guard")
2) Axis or Similar Cross-Bar Lock (**MUST** be bank-vault, bomb-proof strong)
3) Thumb Hole, either oval or round, doesn't matter, but **MUST** have it...
4) About 3" or more Blade Length
5) Pointy, not Wharncliffe, but needs some belly.
6) Optional, but would be game-winning: Full Flat Grind, finger choil, assist or bearings in the pivot and Deep Carry Pocket Clip
7) See if you can recommend me a budget and a premium version each.
Thanks so much!
Love the vid … Question: can you dedicate an episode to knife mods … clips, scales, etc.
I love the Sage 5 lw, which is odd for me, because I very seldom ever carry a 3" or under blade. I normally go for a 3.5 area blade, but that darn Sage 5 lw is such a great knife, it finds it's way into my rotation quite often.
Exactly the same here!
Nice use of the plant to cover the outlet
26:13 I'd love to see Spyderco release a Para 2 or Para 3 in CPM-Magnacut, that be awesome!!
Yes...YEs...YES!!!
Pm2 everyone should own one! A absolute must-have
Hey David, it's great you love Nessmuk knives, there is a certain "bolo" here in the Philippines that resembles a Nessmuk blade... it is called "Bakukang". It has a very distinct curve like a Perang knife but a lot like the Nessmuk in a hulk size...
I have a D2 knife that was in my truck when I left my windows open during a rainstorm. It stayed in there for about 24h in the Florida humidity and got little rust spots all over the blade. It cleaned right up with a blade eraser.
Can you do a knife review on South African knife makers. Regards from the southern tip of
Africa.
I know a lot of people hate on the hole in the handle of the ZT, but I think it would well for a pinch grip for using it in food prep.
"Jon Goodman" asking about "big-bellied" folders that was a joke.. right? RIGHT? :)
YES! Buy the dang knife you want. Use the dang knife you buy. Stop worrying so much, people.
Well said
The people online are mostly to talk about the knife. The ones that are using it are, well.... using it !
Nothing irks me more than knife "youtubers" with factory edges. Damned, posers.
That’s right brothers,buy a knife use it and abuse it,,I don’t baby my knives,,they’re just tools 🧰…
@@danefuentes3877 I agree I like to put my edge on it right from the start. makes it easier to touch up later in the field do yourself a favor and learn how to sharpen your own knife
I'm glad you guys are starting to highlight the SOG Kiku XR a little more. I got the LTE model when it came out, and it's been in my pocket every day since. Super sharp, great blade steel, handle feels comfortable in any grip you would need to use, and the XR lock is easily one of my favorites.
It sure makes a really nice sound when opening from the videos that I've watched.
Thank you for all the detailed info. I've been really missing this aspect from a lot of knife dealer channels. Love the facts and not having to put up with gimmicks.
I loved the DCA/Seth segment. I think you two complimented eachother very well. Love both your views on first big boy knife and agree 100% for all the reason you guys mentioned.
So since comments help the numbers...I usually watch at 1.5 speed but it’s a giggle at .75. Sounds like mr. Anderson has had a few drinks. 😃🍺
For My Budget is the old Spyderco Cat. been in pocket for many years now Love It! Still available from some sources! Just me.
On the topic of keeping your fingers out of the blade path while still having a flipper I think the kizer swaggs swayback is by far the best between 50 and 130 dollars.
That Elementum is a great blade . Love that grind .
Awesome stuff! I've actually been hoping someone would put that set of mini Halo 3s in a video. I noticed they were the priciest Microtech/Marfione item, but I didn't realize that set was the most expensive thing in your whole inventory! Since I understand I'll probably never see or handle them, I'm very happy to be able to see them in operation, in any capacity. Tho wonderfully high-res photos at Knifecenter make everything look big, but now I can actually comprehend the amazing work the Marfiones have created, and exactly how very wee they truly are.
Thanks DCA!
The compression locks are awesome I love how they always say it is safe. It does help you keep your fingers out of the way very cool information thanks dnc and Seth
Need a suggestion for a emplacement knife for work, I currently have a CRKT M16 3 inch Tanto that I have to carry appendix as my front pocket is covered by my duty holster. I want a tough knife that can go a while without needing to be sharpened, can be deployed with a gloved hand if needed, is a bit slimmer or less poky in the stomach and preferably under $100 but can go as high as $150. The only thing it can’t be is a fixed blade as my department policy doesn’t allow us to carry them. My secondary knife in my left pocket is a Kershaw Dividend Composite. Thanks for your videos as I find them very educational and entertaining.
I love that you both picked Spyderco. Probably my favorite brand. I'm a Colorado native. Funny that I don't have either of those knives.
I have recently been getting back into traditional knives. I was hoping you could show some brands other than Case and GEC. I'm just wondering what else is out there in the traditional world. Thanks for the info.
Boker makes some really good ones
Boker makes some Bohler M390 slipjoints, You've always got Buck. Currently carrying the 110 Pro Hunter right now and I'm loving it. Tbh, Case doesn't live up to the legacy with what they are offering in terms of quality.
Check out Fox, Boker, James Brand slip joints. You will be pleased. 🔪💕🔪
Made me happy to see you happy showing off your custom muk. You deserved it, earned it.
Love D2 but treatment does make a difference. Only time I've had it rust is when I put a knife away wet/dirty after camping. Even then it was surface rust that cleaned up with only moderate effort (had to disassemble to clean) and no edge damage. I agree with DCA - steel has some relevance but just buy what you like and leave the steel snobs to fight each other over which is best. Perfection never comes so buy whatever makes you happy - these great vids will help you make a good choice!!
Hi there, I own several bushcrafting fixed blades (Mora's and other Scandi grind knives) but am looking for an EDC fixed blade with slightly different characteristics. I would like a thiner slicing blade, capable of skinning/gutting and daily food prep, but also strong enough to do other daily tasks. I won't be abusing it like a work knife on a building site, and would carry a small keychain pry bar as well. I like wooden handles and leather sheaths, but am happy to go aftermarket for the sheath. I am thinking a little bit of an updated version of that wicked sharp carbon steel knife your grandmother might have had in the kitchen, but in a smaller, tougher package. In an ideal scenario I would carry it either on my belt or inside the waistband. I have larger than average hands. Blade length doesn't need to be that long. Open to different blade steels. I actually quite liked the L.T. Wright Camp MUK, but am open to lots of options.
Hi, DCA, I have recently purchased a Bradford guardian 3 and an L.T Wright Genesis. I like your camp MUK. I would love to order the same camp MUK as yours from L T. For skinning. Looks great
Wow, maybe I should just chime in on all of your suggestions, but the Spyderco amalgam has been good to me. Benchmade grizzly ridge is awesome for a smaller, lighter use blade with a recurve but without the cool steel.
I am a proponent of the 940 for a first knife despite benchmade miststeps over the last several years. It’s a fantastic design.
Gotta say the sage5 was a great pock. I think $75-150 is the best price range.
Dave what is the best small chopper knife. Let's say 6-7 inches under 9. What is the most useful camping/ hunting/ fishing. Then the big issue lefthand friendly. Most people don't realize many fixed blades are not lefthand friendly.
D.C.A.,Since you were discussing the Spyderco PM 3 and Sage, I own a PM 3 lightweight. I recently bought a CRKT Pilar 3 and was amazed at how close it compares to the PM 3 when opened! I'll bet it would be even more similar to a Sage with a frame lock, though maybe a bit heavier.
I work in a bar and the D2 elementum is my work knife. I have, after months of abusing it, started to get some minor discoloration and small rust spots. Like I said I have abused the knife and considering what I put it through it has held up really well. I am switching to an N699 Kizer with a coating on it anyways.
The only rust I've seen on my original Paramilitary with CPM D2 steel was when my dad flipped his small sailboat with me in it and we wound up in the saltwater bay. The rust on the blade came right off, except for some very minor pitting. The scale standoffs got very rusty, very quickly. Each time I see the remaining slight damage to the knife, I think of my dad. Good times.
holy hell. that campmuck is outstanding. Great choices there. its quite a knife.
We all come from different backgrounds, obviously, and I may believe that last question wasn’t a joke. Although my background involved combat handgunning, close quarters combat, and trench warfare, my experience with “high end” knives was VASTLY limited until I actually got into the knife game. My questions, back in the days, would’ve been the same, since Marines pretty much carried Cold Steel, KaBar, and of course everything Gerber sent us. So I think the question eluded more to of what DCA might consider a solid, hardcore, combat war fighting knife. Right now I am VERY satisfied with the Protech SBR Fixed Blade and for folding knives, I’m really enjoying the Adamas in Cruwear.
Can you recommend a fixed blade food prep knife for camping? Desired features: 4-5 inch blade, durable sheath, easy to maintain, under $100.
DCA - You are wise and you are good. Talk to us about knife steel and edge retention. I tend to get shaving edges on my folders using (for instance) the Spyderco Gauntlet. When I take down boxes whether using my Buck 110 in 420 HC, my Spyderco Endura in VG10, my Para 3 in CTS BD1N, etc. I seem to get similar results. After a box or two, none will shave. Then they all sharpen back to shaving sharp pretty easily. I guess I don't see much difference.
Are those steels too similar? Are my expectations goofy? What is an example of good edge retention vs. average?
Talk about amazing D2 budget knives. I wont say what of where from out of respect for DCA and the KC, but I just got a D2 ball bearing flipper with black micarta (good too!) and it cost $26.00!! This thing is insane. Soooooo good! Hard to believe just how good of a tool you can get without breaking the bank. People say that knives have gotten too expensive, but I think the budget knife category is so chocked full of quality, I really can complain. Again, this knife is 10/10. Worth 80 bucks. Not kidding
I was wondering if there was any news about the gen 2 Hogue Deka? Hogue said they had redesigned and I’m loving the carbon fiber, deep carry pocket clip, and reduced hardware they showed off recently and blade show!
My Sage 5 lightweight gets a lot of carry. Even though the compression lock isn’t my fave. It just works.
Thanks for all advice DCA, I have purchased several knives under your recommendations. Do you have a knife sharp enough to shave with and if so would you consider rocking a sweet 'stache like Seth?
Haven’t had many if any of my D2s rust, but many stain. My kershaw highball XL was completely stained from using it and not oiling after
DCA & Seth. What is your go to/ preferred handle material for a fixed blade or folder ??
Hey DCA - love your work. My job has me deployed to disasters throughout the US and Territories 11 months out of the year. So - constraints are I almost always fly and I could end up anywhere. For choppers / small machetes I always go for something fast, hard hitting, and which can rock a snap cut - which I find exceptionally effective and satisfying. I am currently using a Tops Armageddon (fantastic blade) but interested in trying something else which could go in my kit but perform like the Armageddon, which also baton like a beast. Must be able to maintain and not break the blade while on travel status. Currently I am in the Pacific Northwest for a while, but might have to jump up to Alaska to deal with some landslides. I have an affinity for compound grinds and don’t need anything with a full flat grind. Preferred steel is 1095 and with a full multi position long handle that’s grippy enough to not use a lanyard. Able to fit in a 5.11 Rush 72 pack is a plus.
Also - non-tactical, so for instance, not the new Smatchet by Sniper Blade Works.
DCA is right saying steel doesn't matter. My CRKT SPEW, Artisan Cutlery Sea Snake, Morakniv Bushcraft and Kershaw Hotwire have been pounded for a year. Building bushcraft shelters, tent stakes, bushcraft furniture, whittling, carving walking staffs, processing firewood (breaking the branches down & batoning) and various bushcraft projects. I stay outside in the humid but mild summers & subzero temps winters. None need sharpening. They need periodic cleaning & stopping but no need for 'sharpening'. All a variety of budget steels & still sharp AF. All the premium steel sales pitches are a money grab. Keeping up with the Jones.
DCA, I bye no means am an expert on knife steels. I can say that if you have knives, an I have a good two hundred. Keep them for the most part in my den I "including some old gas station knives" have never had a rust problem. The highest steel I currently have is S35vn, so the long way around is simply store your knives in the proper place. I grab a few almost every night an will strap them while watching our shows with my wife.an I live within a half mile of the Indian River in Titusville Florida. Also work for the most part outdoors!
I recently picked up the Boker Plus PryMini Pro. It's a Vox design and for the size, it's amazing.
Relatively comfortable, VERY sturdy, edge is quite thin, legal in many places.
I was thinking, do you have any other tips or recommendations for small but comfortable to use fixed blade knives?
Flipper on my D2 Sog Terminus has rust on it, none of my other D2 knives have ever gained any real rust
That is probably because of your skins and sweat ph that is acidic enough to rust d2.since its only in that part i dont think that is an environmental thing.dont worry btw its normal to have acidic ph on your skin or sweat
Hey DCA, love the channel and your work! Question: what is your top pick for a folding knife to use in the kitchen? What have you used? Also, what outdoor fixed blade survival knife have you used in the kitchen? By kitchen I mean not camping. Thanks!
Question: are Byrd knives worth getting to “test” Spyderco EDC? I know that they’re a budget subsidiary, but I wasn’t sure if the general fit and finish was similar enough to test the Spidey-flick, and I’m trying to curb my bias against Spyderco’s aesthetics without spending too much on something I don’t know if I’ll like. General box opening and cardboard cutting for EDC use, plus plastic straps and seatbelt straps. Thanks for all the info, love the series
Generally harder to do the Spidey flick with a lockback knife. They Byrd knives are good and I will continue to recommend them, but they are maybe a half-step lower in quality than the inexpensive China-made Spyderco branded knives. -DCA
Question: I do a lot of BBQing ( often for large groups so large quantities at once)... what knife would you recommend for trimming fat off of Boston butts and brisket before they go into the smoker?
Old Hickory butchers knife 🔪 is your answer if you want inexpensive knife 🔪…
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Thanks for the recommendation... price isn't the biggest point with me... I want something that will hold its edge, be comfortable to use, and make short work of removing large fat caps... if that happens to be inexpensive even better :) but not required
I'll check it out
@@aPoxOnUsernames I bought it specifically for kitchen use because I was using Shrade half machete which was fine and ok ✅ but just a little too big for kitchen ,,if you want fancy Shyt buy Solingen from Germany 🇩🇪 good steel no rust and not that expensive..With proper care will outlast you and your kids…
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Thank you!
Spyderco Native 5 LW is underrated. Probably because it’s a lockback. Great knife for EDC. Really great knife. Love mine. Carry it as a companion to my PM 2.
We talk alot about about bushcraft knives. But, what about Bushcraft axes/hatchets? What's a good entry level axe? What is your top pick? What do we need to look for?
It looks like the Spyderco knife can be possibly locked from a kid with a master #10 lock. I have a few of these floating around on my cabinets. Can you see if you can put a padlock on one of these.
Are there any dagger style folders on the market that are truly double edged? I understand the reasoning for being sharpened only on one side, but are there are any knives where the grip layout can safely accommodate 2 edges? I have never really liked the look of OTF's so those are out.
The Seth part of the video was cool and interesting - as well as the whole video though
@Knifecenter @DCA Hope y'all are having a good summer! I know scalpel-type knives are something I rarely see the knife community talk about but they are handy and very useful. Im looking at the TOPS Street Scalpel and the Boker Ylvi (sp?) Are there any other suggestions that y'all guys have? Thanks in advance! Cheers from San Antonio, Texas! 🍻
Would you have picked the PM2 of those dips at Spyderco would actually manufacture them? Or anything for Spyderco not made of plastic.
Hey DCA, I love my cleaver blades. Berg Blades Golem, Kizer Sheepdog XL and mini, civivi bullmastiff and bullmastiff mini, CJRB tigris and crag… are there any beefy hall of fame large folding style cleaver blades that I’m missing?
DCA, love the videos. I have a question for the next FAQ. I have a couple of folders that came stiff out of the box. what is the best way to get the knife to open smoothly. I have tried oil and loosening the pivots and they either become too loose or they are back to stiff. is it a use issue? will they eventually loosen? Some I won't be using everyday so that may take forever. Thanks
Hi David. I really enjoy your vids! I almost exclusively use my old Nieto 440c lockback knife for fruit peeling and slicing and for steak cutting. I m thinking of upgrading to a Cold Steel Lucky and I wonder if you can recommend any alternative or anything similar preferably with locking blade. Thanks and keep up the good work!
For an awesome big belly folding knife, the Parata from Spyderco is quite something !
The ZT 0308 is one of the few ZT knives that still give that old ZT feel and tankiness.
Hi DCA. I love the Condor mini Duku (and all the other J. Flowers designs actually). Do you consider it a small machete, a big knife or juste the perfect mix? Do you have other blades that fit the same category? Best regards
Hey DCA and/or Seth,
What's the best way to contact production companies and convince them to make more knives how we want? For example, I love my SOG terminus xr but want a wharncliffe version, and cjrb's recoil lock just needs a little work on the lock "actuator" to be amazing and should be put on more flipper knives.
Thanks!
I like this guy! Comes out with a Doppler Seb and my fav Spidie, the Sage 5 (also Sage 2). Nice watch as well! More pls!
Dear DCA. Good Evening from Cyprus. THANK YOU VERY MUCH. I am a BIG fun of your presentations. They are really EDUCATING .
MiniGriptillian got me into knives. I started buying them. The next one was Leeks. Still like them both & collect them. Never had any use for spyderco.
Question: One of my friends showed me his pocket knife and the blade on it wasnt anything i've seen before and cant find. He called the blade edge a H blade and its not like a serrated blade. How the H blade is used is just to cut straight down. No need to do any sawing motion at all. Hopefully you can help me out. Thank you for all your work.
Hi DCA, not sure if it has been asked before but I'd love to hear your thoughts on what knife you would take with you if you were a contestant on the series "alone"?
Thanks for all your efforts to entertain and inform. Cheers Mick.
Great show as always, and this time I have a question! Any recommendations when it comes to a folding tanto style blade? They don't seem very popular, at least when I was looking for some options, and I would love so have your insight on the subject. Price range I'm looking for is around $100, lower or slightly higher is fine. Thank you for your time.
Oh wise DCA, sage of knife knowledge, do you have any thoughts on the advantages and disadvantages of carrying a folding knife in a belt sheath for EDC?
Basically newbie here on start/building collection, great 1st question~Want that Red SOG for my next now!!
That Seth Entrance effect was Amazing btw...ha!
Aside from CRK, what are some mid-tech non-automatic folders for lefties that are good for the price? Would consider saving for something like a Grimsmo or similar. Rockstead is a bit beyond what I want to spend at this point in my collection journey. But if I drop the coin, I’d much prefer something intentionally designed for my hand. Thanks!
Or at least more or less ambi (really appreciate Spyderco for intentionally designing to be mostly or fully ambi, but I’m thinking about grail knives).
These are some of the best videos on RUclips! Thanks DCA!
Hi David. can you recommend some knives that are 3” or less that will work for someone with larger hands? I tried a rat 2 but it feels too small. I also own a para 3 and a delica, so I’d like to try something besides spyderco! Thanks!
Great idea. Microtechs out of their minds. but I'll carry two spyderco matriarch 2's .... for negotiations. Thanks DCA!
Hey David: Explain the logic behind lanyard holes for both fixed blades and folders. They seem to compromise a knife’s aesthetics and ergonomics without offering enough benefit in return. Why do most knives possess a design element that seems better omitted? Thanks!
Style, my man. Isn’t that enough?🔪
👍. Your L.T. Wright CampMuk is one beautiful knife. It also appears to be the right size to be very useful. I agree, the Nessmuk shape is very graceful. I have one made by a custom knifemaker in Dallas, Jim Eriksen, with a huge elk antler crown handle. My hands are large enough that they appreciate chunky handles. I’m headed to see if I can find CampMuk. 😂😂😂
Hi David, I own a fixed blade Milwaukee brand duct knife which of course is used for cutting foam or soft ducts for HVAC installations. However I found this to be a good all around knife, almost suitable for bushcraft. I would like your opinion on this knife if you ever had a chance to use one. Thanks
"Cuts happen man." Every knife guy .
Too often for some of us. When you play with knives ALL of the time, band-aids and super glue are worthwhile investments.
It's not your knife until first blood.🩸
I've played with knives since 3 yrs. old, and spent 3 decades working in kitchens. Cuts are just a part of the deal, no matter how experienced you are. How BAD, and frequent, the cuts are depends a lot on experience. I have lots of scars on my hands and fingers, some of them recent.
DCA friend, I love washers and I'm sick of bearings (I don't hate them but I thing they're overhyped) I am looking for washer based flippers right now I have the skyline and the cutjack and both are absolutely amazing, do you have any other suggestions? And while you're at it possibly what are some washer based knives with good action in general. One last point I'm really into sleeper knives or under appreciated knives so anything unusual is always cool.
DCA---I'm having a bit of a battle on the Spyderco forum about warranty responses from different companies. Please inform us of what we SHOULD expect from a decent company as far as warranty and what companies have the best and worst warranty promises. I have excellent experiences with Essee, Buck and Benchmade but I wonder whether people or retailers have a particular favorite for warranty response.
Hey DCA, I think you are doing a great job in your presentations. I am looking for a somewhat premium knife. 150-300, 3.5” blade, good steel, nice handle and NO frame or liner locks. I like something similar to Benchmade axis lock. What do you have?
Is "Moorhaus" Any Good? They Have A Lot Of Fixed Blades Of D2 Steel. Would You Reco. That Budget Brand?
The Benchmade 300 and 300-1 are axis lock flippers.
Mixed reviews, yes...but mine is solid and reliable and l personally have no complaints with this knife.
Price range is within your stated parameters and it is difficult to go wrong with a Benchmade.
Discontinued unfortunately -DCA
Hey DCA, is there a chance that you can introduce throwing knives. I recently gained interest in throwing knives but I don't know what brand to buy from with a price point around $50. Can you give me a few brands to choose from.
That little "ask me questions" animation reminds me of the old Nickelodeon, as in "You Can't Do That On Television." 😁
Great content, thanks!
I thought it as well. . ?
I wasn't sure of it or which show .
Hey dca and Seth, what folder would you recommend around the $500 price point? Something edc friendly and unmistakably looks and feels high end.
As far as which folder and fixed blade I would want in the Gladiator ring; I've gotta go with the Cold Steel Espada, and the sharpest, most expensive Katana in the catalog.
DCA,
Hardly ever disagree with you but you missed it on the D2 steel rusting. It Rusts bad. I own a few and they've all rusted even after trying to keep clean. Heck my Benchmade S30V is now rusting.
Live in Oklahoma where is hot... Maybe it's sweat, but during EDC you run into all kinds of fluids. Anyways, FYI.
Love Spyderco, but I'm not a fan of its lightweight series. The handles feel plasticky and cheap to me. I'm OK with some weight to a knife.
Will the Andrew Demko become the next Pro-Tech Malibu?
Hi DCA. I just started my knife collection. I have $100. Would you buy two EDC folding knives around $50 each? Or one EDC folding knife for around $100? Thanks.
Seth and DCA together?....man you guys are living Dangerous...ya got my blue thumb
What he doing under the table thooo?
Nice dodge on the gladiator question, DCA.
You know the folder would be Cold Steel, either Talwar or Espada XL
Where I work, I am constantly cutting boxes and opening bags, been looking for a tough blade with good edge retention. I have considered a delica in k390 or getting a native 5 in maxamet that looks to have better ergos. Do you have any other suggestions with comfortable ergos, somewhat lightweight, has good edge retension and toughness, and under 200?