You know, I really think Kunwu will eventually get on a list like this. Their knives are so good, and for the price their knives are almost magical. Really looking forward to their Django coming out.
There's SOOO many choices out there right now for high quality knives it's almost mind boggling!!!! If you actually look at how many makers are actually out there making knives right now... its truly something.....a great time to be into knives none the less!!!!! Great video great makers and brands!!!
I agree. The knife market whether folding or fixed is absolutely exploding. That gives you an idea how many of us there are that spend money on these products. The American market is huge but I’d sure like to see more American made product. Not just American companies, but companies that actually produce their products in America. Some of us are willing to pay a premium to keep the money here in the states👍🏻🇺🇸
Great vid Jerad! I would only add these companies for now, that I can think of: 1. Custom Knife Factory 2. Chris Reeve Knives 3. Pro-Tech 4. Reate 5. Bestech 6. Quiet Carry I would have added Spyderco, & they're definitely worth consideration, but I do occasionally hear crap talked about them. But then againm when that does happen, people are very quick to defend (myself included), so yeah... 7. Spyderco Oh & how could I forget! 8. Kizer 9. Three Rivers Manufacturing 10. Koenig Knives 11. Demko Knives I'm DEFINITELY missing more...
Strider is a brand I don’t get or want. Medford is one that seems to have some good stuff ,but they bug me on price and disassembling policy, 59 HRC for magnacut really Greg?
There's still a MASSIVE misconception when it comes to magnacut steel. If HRC doesn't start at a MINIMUM of 63HRC then this "premium" steel is no better than most mid grade and even some budget steels.
i got so excited seeing you cover the cold steel knives, as a kid i loved watching the videos from cold steel and pining after them. i got my first recon 1 a few years back and its been in my pocket ever since. al though my first knife was the buck 110 from my grandfather, the recon 1 is my favorite. nice video
Hey Jerad , Nice vid , I’m sure there could have been many more companies on this list , Like Chris Reeves , and Koenig should have been on the list, as someone mentioned this needs a part 2
Indeed a few left out but I can wait for part 2 and maybe 3 to come out😂😂nice people/companies brought up without a doubt. Thanks for the video. Awesome idea brother 💯💯💯
BANG ! Jered, I got my Demko AD20.5 3V TI back in February of this year. The lock tensions is no longer comfortable (the spring has weakened)and the blade moves up and down considerably/you can feel the shark lock caming on the blade. I need to order some new springs, I do prefer the accessibility of the shark lock, but the Tri-Ad for longevity, and overall durability takes the cake to this day. and I’m a huge Demko/sharklock shill. Quick edit: I have used the ad20.5 hard, everyday, dropped, scratched etc. it’s my understanding the spring is a consumable part and needs reading. All good.
I got my first VBR the same time you did and i absolutely love it, i pre-ordered the large 3.7 VBR and i can't wait till they finally get here. I'm also dying to get my hands on a Voodo
Im with you on the arch nemesis, def not my typical style but my lord! Just the absolute quality that it gushes is absolutely ridiculous. MC's "plain" ti is my absolute favorite one, jesus just look at that thing its absolutely beautiful 😍!
A Holt is the only actual “grail” knife for me, aside from the VCEdge Interface. Owning an Interface is seriously like a bucket list thing for me. No idea why it’s not talked about more. But I’m a big hiker, so the ultra lightweight aspect really does it for me.
Hey, jerad! I just ordered the Rosalinda from Monterey Bay knives that came out on August 28th I believe, was wondering if you I've had a chance to check it out yet- would love to hear your thoughts. They also use zdp-189 on this knife and its rated 66 to 67 HRC. It's the first knife I've ever bought from Monterey Bay knives and it was kind of an Impulse buy LOL. I bought it so quickly that I didn't realize that it only had a thumb stud on one side and I'm a lefty LOL😂 but damn it looks like a wicked knife! Thanks for everything you do man! you've got the best knife Channel on RUclips
It seems that the longer a company makes good solid knives the more the fanboy base grows especially if the quality is on a consistent basis. Cold steel are renowned for thier overbuilt toughness, Spyderco for thier use of steels and heat treat quality as examples. When they are known for some specific quality and they shine in that area the fanboy base increases and people are more likely to defend that brand. Thanks for the great vid Jerad and keep making sharp things fun and enjoyable
this was cool concept and video, would enjoy more like this which present a group or category some sort (others-Koenig, Strider, Craig Brown-FSD, Chris Reeves, Trevor Burger, A2, etc etc)
Now this is the video I needed in my life. I have graduated to premium knives after about 18 months of collecting, starting with the ZT 0562. Now I own a bunch of Reates and a couple Hinderers. I have my first Shiro, and a Hog House Knife on the way as well.
@@markp4401Recon1 received a batch of Velis last week but they were sold out in less than 30 minutes. You really just got to be on top of it if you don't want to end up paying more on the secondary market.
Not as premium as all these companies but there is a grip of rat 1 and rat 2 fans out there. Rightfully so, they are pretty good no nonsense edc knives for sure.
Holt and Herman are my 2 favorite custom knife makers. As far as production knives go I really like sharp by design, I would love to get one of his customs someday. Anyway great video Neeves, I agree on everything you said except maybe 2 of the brands you mentioned. 👍👍
I bought both of my Holt's from the Holt's and let me tell you there customer service sucks. So I wouldn't buy a Holt at all. They can't even provide a tool for me for my adjustable detent system. I'm pissed off about it also.
I forget exactly what it is, a precision hex wrench, 5/32" or something, maybe 5/64. Commercially available almost everywhere. I spent something like $10 for one, to have if I ever get the urge to use it. They gave you a trick authenticity card, not the wrench. Doesn't make them lousy because they didn't give more than you bought simply because you asked them to. I'm not giving you my wrench either, for certain. smirk. Buyer beware, don't buy it if it isn't what or is less than what, you want. Old commerce law, been settling that squabbling for 500 yrs. The other side of that coin is a seller coming back after the sale demanding more money, claiming it wasn't sold for enough. Would you pay that seller? I wouldn't.@@paulmills426
Your comment at the 1:15 mark at the beginning of the video about being let down by a high end knife - that was CRK for me. I had never handled one before, and after hearing all the hype finally bought a Small 31 Sebenza Insingo blade with micarta inlays. I hated it. Stiff action (even for washers), pokey thumbstud, spongy lockup, awkward feeling inlays, etc. I don't know if mine was just an exception to the norm (it was purchased 2nd hand), but it had a TON of that lock flex that some people have talked about with the Sebenza 31 with that new ceramic ball lock interface. Completely left a bad taste in my mouth about spending that kind of money on a knife. Great video - there's a lot of knives on here that I can only dream about obtaining.
Nice job, nailed it. Got 'em all except Cold Steel. Something about them, I think it's my perceived elegance the rest have in spades, that Cold Steel leaves me cold with....Left outs, I'll vote Koenig and that other ID knife, what's its name. LOL!
I have a Sharp by Design mini. Maybe 4 out of 5 stars. The pocket clip is ridiculously tight. Always a frustrating struggle. Now I have to engineer a solution on an expensive knife where the pocket clip should work as good as my now EDC production Benchmade.
I think i might own a Holt or Herman someday. But Rockstead is on another level. I probably won't ever want to spend that on a knife. That's full out handmade Handgun money.
Vero, you did NOT mention VERO. Joeseph is a GODSEND to the knife community and him and his wife do well to talk and interact with ANYONE who is interested in talking. Their knives sell out instantly and they are MADE beautifully (mostly at REATE now).
Glad to see you talking about Cold steel. I’m only a Cold steel fan Cause my 20yr Career as an Arborist. I put my Cold Steel knives through living hell and they never ever have Failed me. Honestly I would be Scared as Hell to Try any of the other knives you have Mentioned. Why cause the Price and How Beautiful these knives are. Another Great video
It shocks me Hinderer still has a following. I purchased one of his knives and the blade was butter knife dull. Terrible customer service. Medford should be on that list.
Null knives is ABSOLUTELY killing it!!!!couldn't agree more.... have you ever checked out anything from ruebens titanium tools? They look extremely well made!!!!!a little out of my price range... but maybe one day!! Lol😊
Andre Thorburn & also his second knife company, called “A2 knives”, in which Andre Thorburn partnered up with with Andre Van Heerden and they put out magnificence. I could thro in a couple more: “Cultotech Knives which are actual engineers that make the smoothest washer folders in exsistence highly complex designing, fit function, etc. knives Bull Gareth : Shamwari Herucus Bloomerus Koenig knives Todd Begg Black Snow custom Jikknives 🤙
It's amazing that you can get a $40 production knife with better quality and action than these highly regarded collectibles now. The game has completely changed over the last 10 years.
Lots of amazing knives here but end of the day I'm gonna spend crazy money it would be rockstead with mirror polish. And prices really are not bad for what you get. This is one of few knives id call a LIFETIME knife or hand me down object.
John McNees makes a hell of a knife. There pm mac 2 series are amazing. The 3.5” that I have is like a guillotine and insanely solid lockup for a knife that isn’t nearly as heavy as it looks.
That's so awesome that Herman knives are an affiliate now! They do make some truly gorgeous looking knives that, before knife modding got on its rocket ship to where it is now, was one of the few companies who could come out with knives that were certified pieces of art. You gotta get into the really boujee niche of the knife community but when you do get in there they are highly regarded for their attention to detail and perfection on nearly every facet of knife making. And you are right about those Cold Steel fan boys. I am a Cold Steel hater and every time I let that be known I get confused looks from the fan base. I am not a fan of the aesthetic Cold Steel has going on and I think the triad lock is redundant and overrated because fixed blades exist. But my gripes are bigger when you get into their sword and non-knife blades weaponry. They seem to be a "quantity over quality" maker where they make hundreds of designs but anytime someone else makes a product following the same designs the other companies put out a better product 9 times out of 10. So I think they are overrated and I think they do a disservice to the guys who are trying to get knife laws repealed because they are unabashedly tacticool weaponry.
@@markp4401 I own Nepalese khukuris and Filipino Ginuntings. Aside from being able to fold there's not much I think I am missing out on. I got better in the collection, somebody else would appreciate the Espada XL more than I would so they can have it.
The prices on grimsmos direct from John are fucking insane when you can get one second hand for half the price on the Norseman and 2/3 of the price for a rask
I just got a ABW model 1 magnacut. Made a little review on their group page. Tip is burnt, blade is about 1.5mm shorter that specs. Grind is wonky at tip making it look bent. Also the cut out for the stop pin is ridiculous. No need to change something that works. Imo this design should not jave that cut out. So I make the post and at least eight people jumped on my post saying I was wrong this is better this is how it's supposed to be. Small company strong following. This knife was so close to being a home run that these small flaws hit hard. Oh in the tip is extremely pointy pointier than most Spyderco so pointy I would say that it's not stable. That said I love the knife one sharpening will get rid of the burnt tip and bring the steel back to a thick enough place where it would be stable. But then my blade will be 2 or 2.5 mm shorter than it should be new and I haven't even cut with it yet. I could also send it in not for repair but for replacement but then I would be going without the that I just ordered. Love the knife wish it didn't have these flaws. But this also gives me good reason to beat the shit out of it let's see what this Magnacut can do.
I thought the Norseman looked like an alligator or crocodile 🐊 nose but the horse wang is funnier. When we were kids we were at the fair and they had this horse called big Jim who decided to take a leak when all us 8-9 yr old kids walked in and that donker came down like a hose and almost touched the floor while he was unloading and then slinkied back up . Some things a person can’t forget .😂
Great video brother! Agree with everything you said aside from Medford heat treats. I’ve sharpened several of their s35vn blades that were awful to debur. That’s obviously not necessarily across the board but because I’ve experienced it several times now it makes me question it. Curious if you have ever experienced anything similar! Keep killing it! 👊🏼😁
I just give them a couple whacks with a butcher's steel ("slick") for the really sharp stuff. A light slice through a wine cork (natural cork) works well too. Sharp enough to package a 500# animal carcass, sharp enough for what Medfords do. Dull knives are panty waists!
Hello I stumbled across this video while researching a knife, and I can't find much information on it. I can only find some photos. Anyways the knife is the ( Boker 120588 Damascus Hunter Knife, Ziracote Wood Handle, Nickel Silver Guard & Pommel MANUFACTURER: Boker Knives) . Even Boker website doesnt list it as one of theirs, but I own this knife and it even has a cert. of auth. that came with the display case. I can't find one for sale anywhere so I'm trying to find out if that is because they have no value or because no one wants to get rid of theirs. Sorry if this comment is frounded upon, this is my first time stopping by, and thought I would see if anyone had any information on this knife.
Geez, so i dont know a huge amount about super high end knives. The highest end knives that i actually knew the name of before watching your channel was Benchmade. How do you feel about those in particular?
The only two knives that I cannot ever get to "flip fail" are the Holt Morpheus and the Grimsmo Rask. Lots of great knives out there but those two are failsafe flippers for me.
Cold Steel is solid, especially for the $$$. What I love about them is it's not just knives. It's everything. Knives, shields, blowguns, swords, etc...
Didn't watch the whole video. Just want to make sure......you didn't say anything negative about Cold Steel? Trips to the US are expensive, but can be arranged...🤣
Shiro is the only one on the list that I will not tolerate hate. You can dislike certain ones but reading some of the Reddit bros trashing on them just to be edgelords.
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You know, I really think Kunwu will eventually get on a list like this. Their knives are so good, and for the price their knives are almost magical. Really looking forward to their Django coming out.
Definitely a cult already for those who have them, I pre ordered the Django, there knives truly are great
@@calebhyde6028 for sure. I adore my Padre.
I just got my first Kunwu, I got the Padre and I love it
@@chiefelephanttuskbong8081 good choice
I 100% agree,I have a padre and s tao, definitely top tier and imo hit harder than their price point. I’m really hoping they do another run of chads!
There's SOOO many choices out there right now for high quality knives it's almost mind boggling!!!! If you actually look at how many makers are actually out there making knives right now... its truly something.....a great time to be into knives none the less!!!!! Great video great makers and brands!!!
I agree. The knife market whether folding or fixed is absolutely exploding. That gives you an idea how many of us there are that spend money on these products. The American market is huge but I’d sure like to see more American made product. Not just American companies, but companies that actually produce their products in America. Some of us are willing to pay a premium to keep the money here in the states👍🏻🇺🇸
Great vid Jerad! I would only add these companies for now, that I can think of:
1. Custom Knife Factory
2. Chris Reeve Knives
3. Pro-Tech
4. Reate
5. Bestech
6. Quiet Carry
I would have added Spyderco, & they're definitely worth consideration, but I do occasionally hear crap talked about them. But then againm when that does happen, people are very quick to defend (myself included), so yeah...
7. Spyderco
Oh & how could I forget!
8. Kizer
9. Three Rivers Manufacturing
10. Koenig Knives
11. Demko Knives
I'm DEFINITELY missing more...
Strider is a brand I don’t get or want. Medford is one that seems to have some good stuff ,but they bug me on price and disassembling policy, 59 HRC for magnacut really Greg?
Overpriced. It's a shame
There's still a MASSIVE misconception when it comes to magnacut steel. If HRC doesn't start at a MINIMUM of 63HRC then this "premium" steel is no better than most mid grade and even some budget steels.
I have no interest in either of those companies products for some reason
i got so excited seeing you cover the cold steel knives, as a kid i loved watching the videos from cold steel and pining after them. i got my first recon 1 a few years back and its been in my pocket ever since. al though my first knife was the buck 110 from my grandfather, the recon 1 is my favorite. nice video
Hey Jerad , Nice vid , I’m sure there could have been many more companies on this list , Like Chris Reeves , and Koenig should have been on the list, as someone mentioned this needs a part 2
I so truly want me a Herman!
Indeed you do. The Mantis by Herman is one of my all time favorites. You won't be disappointed
Indeed!
@@briangulvin4095 mantis and other Herman’s need a little jumping on their deployment tabs, slippery when wet. But great knives.
Bring us more higher end knives. Knives with Art AND Function !!
Null knives are in my opinion the all around best moneywise usefullness function and beauty. Haands down.
Indeed a few left out but I can wait for part 2 and maybe 3 to come out😂😂nice people/companies brought up without a doubt. Thanks for the video. Awesome idea brother 💯💯💯
What a great video. Enjoyed it very much.. 👍 The only Co. I'm surprised wasn't on there was Chris Reeve.. Knocked it out of the Park Jared... 👏
I am a fanboy of a good knife regardless of brand! 🤣
Always great information. I appreciate your passion and knowledge, keep up the good work!
Holly crap that one rockstead with the hideaway clip is insane. What a freaking knife.
Any of those would be a awesome addition, it would be a grail knife for sure. That Voodoo was sweet. Thanks for sharing.
Don't have a single custom knife in my collection. Maybe someday. Good video, Jerad. Thanks
Damn dude you missed maybe the biggest cult following in the American knife scene. Koenig. That's a big omission in my opinion.
AHHHH , this was great, Yes do part 2 and 3 , Rock On 🤘🤩🤺
BANG ! Jered, I got my Demko AD20.5 3V TI back in February of this year. The lock tensions is no longer comfortable (the spring has weakened)and the blade moves up and down considerably/you can feel the shark lock caming on the blade. I need to order some new springs, I do prefer the accessibility of the shark lock, but the Tri-Ad for longevity, and overall durability takes the cake to this day. and I’m a huge Demko/sharklock shill.
Quick edit: I have used the ad20.5 hard, everyday, dropped, scratched etc. it’s my understanding the spring is a consumable part and needs reading. All good.
Now I'll never see a Norseman without thinking about what you said about the horse🐓 🤣
Hey my knife made the video! Arch nemesis on the top at 22:52! You are right, Brian's customs are some of the best around.
Nice!! To bad I had to steel it 😆
that BANG hits different when you forget the volume is set way high
Thanks for sharing bud!👊🏻I personally got nothing bad to say about any of those knives so I guess I don’t have to look over my shoulder lol😂
I totally guessed it when you started talking about Cold Steel! Metal Complex can definitely attest to the existence of the Cold Steel junkies.
Kinda surprised the OG cult knives, CRK, aren’t on here.
Nah.. OG cult knife is definitely the Buck 110. Never say a word against their shitty steel having brick.
@@not-a-raccoon ha, you got me there
I got my first VBR the same time you did and i absolutely love it, i pre-ordered the large 3.7 VBR and i can't wait till they finally get here. I'm also dying to get my hands on a Voodo
Im with you on the arch nemesis, def not my typical style but my lord! Just the absolute quality that it gushes is absolutely ridiculous. MC's "plain" ti is my absolute favorite one, jesus just look at that thing its absolutely beautiful 😍!
I hate it when MC shows that off. Makes me jealous.
A Holt is the only actual “grail” knife for me, aside from the VCEdge Interface. Owning an Interface is seriously like a bucket list thing for me. No idea why it’s not talked about more. But I’m a big hiker, so the ultra lightweight aspect really does it for me.
Herman is definitely on my want lists. Waiting for the perfect one to come across.
Hey, jerad! I just ordered the Rosalinda from Monterey Bay knives that came out on August 28th I believe, was wondering if you I've had a chance to check it out yet- would love to hear your thoughts. They also use zdp-189 on this knife and its rated 66 to 67 HRC. It's the first knife I've ever bought from Monterey Bay knives and it was kind of an Impulse buy LOL. I bought it so quickly that I didn't realize that it only had a thumb stud on one side and I'm a lefty LOL😂 but damn it looks like a wicked knife! Thanks for everything you do man! you've got the best knife Channel on RUclips
It seems that the longer a company makes good solid knives the more the fanboy base grows especially if the quality is on a consistent basis. Cold steel are renowned for thier overbuilt toughness, Spyderco for thier use of steels and heat treat quality as examples. When they are known for some specific quality and they shine in that area the fanboy base increases and people are more likely to defend that brand. Thanks for the great vid Jerad and keep making sharp things fun and enjoyable
this was cool concept and video, would enjoy more like this which present a group or category some sort (others-Koenig, Strider, Craig Brown-FSD, Chris Reeves, Trevor Burger, A2, etc etc)
All amazing choices, I need to do a prt 2
Best reviewer in the knife game
Now this is the video I needed in my life. I have graduated to premium knives after about 18 months of collecting, starting with the ZT 0562. Now I own a bunch of Reates and a couple Hinderers. I have my first Shiro, and a Hog House Knife on the way as well.
I want a Hog House but I want the Veli which I haven’t seen available yet.
@@markp4401Recon1 received a batch of Velis last week but they were sold out in less than 30 minutes. You really just got to be on top of it if you don't want to end up paying more on the secondary market.
Not as premium as all these companies but there is a grip of rat 1 and rat 2 fans out there. Rightfully so, they are pretty good no nonsense edc knives for sure.
My Rat 1 in D2 is always in my edc rotation along with my Hogues, ZTs, TwoSuns, etc LOL. I love that simple knife.
Just bought the shiro quantum ursus. Great knife, so smooth
In terms of cult like following.
Something Obscene Company is up there. But the community is for the most part soooooo awesome.
Holt and Herman are my 2 favorite custom knife makers. As far as production knives go I really like sharp by design, I would love to get one of his customs someday. Anyway great video Neeves, I agree on everything you said except maybe 2 of the brands you mentioned. 👍👍
Avoid dealers like the plague when purchasing Holts.
I bought both of my Holt's from the Holt's and let me tell you there customer service sucks. So I wouldn't buy a Holt at all. They can't even provide a tool for me for my adjustable detent system. I'm pissed off about it also.
I forget exactly what it is, a precision hex wrench, 5/32" or something, maybe 5/64. Commercially available almost everywhere. I spent something like $10 for one, to have if I ever get the urge to use it. They gave you a trick authenticity card, not the wrench. Doesn't make them lousy because they didn't give more than you bought simply because you asked them to. I'm not giving you my wrench either, for certain. smirk. Buyer beware, don't buy it if it isn't what or is less than what, you want. Old commerce law, been settling that squabbling for 500 yrs. The other side of that coin is a seller coming back after the sale demanding more money, claiming it wasn't sold for enough. Would you pay that seller? I wouldn't.@@paulmills426
awesome off to great start some of most spectacular built knives on Earth
Your comment at the 1:15 mark at the beginning of the video about being let down by a high end knife - that was CRK for me. I had never handled one before, and after hearing all the hype finally bought a Small 31 Sebenza Insingo blade with micarta inlays. I hated it. Stiff action (even for washers), pokey thumbstud, spongy lockup, awkward feeling inlays, etc. I don't know if mine was just an exception to the norm (it was purchased 2nd hand), but it had a TON of that lock flex that some people have talked about with the Sebenza 31 with that new ceramic ball lock interface. Completely left a bad taste in my mouth about spending that kind of money on a knife. Great video - there's a lot of knives on here that I can only dream about obtaining.
Nice job, nailed it. Got 'em all except Cold Steel. Something about them, I think it's my perceived elegance the rest have in spades, that Cold Steel leaves me cold with....Left outs, I'll vote Koenig and that other ID knife, what's its name. LOL!
Cold Steel and Spyderco are the only 2 companies whose folders I trust with significant use. Else I use a fixed blade.
I have a Sharp by Design mini. Maybe 4 out of 5 stars. The pocket clip is ridiculously tight. Always a frustrating struggle. Now I have to engineer a solution on an expensive knife where the pocket clip should work as good as my now EDC production Benchmade.
I think i might own a Holt or Herman someday. But Rockstead is on another level. I probably won't ever want to spend that on a knife. That's full out handmade Handgun money.
Vero, you did NOT mention VERO. Joeseph is a GODSEND to the knife community and him and his wife do well to talk and interact with ANYONE who is interested in talking. Their knives sell out instantly and they are MADE beautifully (mostly at REATE now).
Glad to see you talking about Cold steel. I’m only a Cold steel fan Cause my 20yr Career as an Arborist. I put my Cold Steel knives through living hell and they never ever have Failed me. Honestly I would be Scared as Hell to Try any of the other knives you have Mentioned. Why cause the Price and How Beautiful these knives are. Another Great video
Great list! I’m surprised Chris Reeve and strider weren’t on here with their followings.
It shocks me Hinderer still has a following. I purchased one of his knives and the blade was butter knife dull. Terrible customer service.
Medford should be on that list.
Medford was on the list. Right before Herman.
Great video man chris Reeve maybe and microtech. Love the channel man.
Null knives is ABSOLUTELY killing it!!!!couldn't agree more.... have you ever checked out anything from ruebens titanium tools? They look extremely well made!!!!!a little out of my price range... but maybe one day!! Lol😊
Check out Katsu Knives. Rockstead quality at 1/10th the price.
I want a Grimsmo Norseman...
Andre Thorburn & also his second knife company, called “A2 knives”, in which Andre Thorburn partnered up with with Andre Van Heerden and they put out magnificence. I could thro in a couple more:
“Cultotech Knives which are actual engineers that make the smoothest washer folders in exsistence highly complex designing, fit function, etc. knives
Bull Gareth : Shamwari
Herucus Bloomerus
Koenig knives
Todd Begg
Black Snow custom
Jikknives
🤙
Great video jarred, you’ve gotten so good. You, Pete and stassa are three most trusted word on knives in game
I will say with Hinderer, they do run the s45vn to 60-61, which is good. Everything else is meh to ugh.
It's amazing that you can get a $40 production knife with better quality and action than these highly regarded collectibles now. The game has completely changed over the last 10 years.
any examples?
Love it just love it love it 💘
Am I first? Thanks for another video Jerad!
I think I’m going to go down the cold steel path….they look decent for me
At least the locks hold up when spine whacked! 🤣
I only really want a Koenig As far as super expensive knives. Maybe a Holt. The Norseman is pretty cool but I can’t be affording that many lol.
Hey that Norseman and footage looks familiar
The ad 10 scales look sweet dude 👍
Lots of amazing knives here but end of the day I'm gonna spend crazy money it would be rockstead with mirror polish. And prices really are not bad for what you get. This is one of few knives id call a LIFETIME knife or hand me down object.
Still watching but this is video ive ben waiting for 🤘🤩💘
Where did those ad10 scales come from? I like it!
Original Goat
I love the list. So damn epic. I guess I'd add CRK. And gerber....just kidding
John McNees makes a hell of a knife. There pm mac 2 series are amazing. The 3.5” that I have is like a guillotine and insanely solid lockup for a knife that isn’t nearly as heavy as it looks.
Yes it is a great one, and definitely one I need to get in the collection
Exact👍🏻
Oh to add to the conversation of the video, I dont own any of those high end pocket knives but I love my Benchmade!!
22:26 That Trump mugshot one is gonna be worth a small fortune just for the meme magic.
Too new to really say this for certain, but what about vero or chavez? Man i must get a null knife.
Omg I want the Trump knife. Brain Nadeau please 🙏 one day I need that.
That's so awesome that Herman knives are an affiliate now! They do make some truly gorgeous looking knives that, before knife modding got on its rocket ship to where it is now, was one of the few companies who could come out with knives that were certified pieces of art. You gotta get into the really boujee niche of the knife community but when you do get in there they are highly regarded for their attention to detail and perfection on nearly every facet of knife making.
And you are right about those Cold Steel fan boys. I am a Cold Steel hater and every time I let that be known I get confused looks from the fan base. I am not a fan of the aesthetic Cold Steel has going on and I think the triad lock is redundant and overrated because fixed blades exist. But my gripes are bigger when you get into their sword and non-knife blades weaponry. They seem to be a "quantity over quality" maker where they make hundreds of designs but anytime someone else makes a product following the same designs the other companies put out a better product 9 times out of 10. So I think they are overrated and I think they do a disservice to the guys who are trying to get knife laws repealed because they are unabashedly tacticool weaponry.
Go get yourself an Espada man. Lol.
@@markp4401 I own Nepalese khukuris and Filipino Ginuntings. Aside from being able to fold there's not much I think I am missing out on. I got better in the collection, somebody else would appreciate the Espada XL more than I would so they can have it.
@@SeemsLogical Touché
No Ganzos? I've never heard a complaint.
Just kind of joking, great video.
BANG!!!
I think TRM is a good one to add to the list😊
Definitely
The prices on grimsmos direct from John are fucking insane when you can get one second hand for half the price on the Norseman and 2/3 of the price for a rask
For military folks Cold steel/ benchmade/ Medford/ Emerson
Thank you for not puttin Hinderer or the GD Benchmade Bugshit in this list. Top notch killer blades&vid brother!!
Hinderer is in the list my man
I just got a ABW model 1 magnacut. Made a little review on their group page. Tip is burnt, blade is about 1.5mm shorter that specs. Grind is wonky at tip making it look bent. Also the cut out for the stop pin is ridiculous. No need to change something that works. Imo this design should not jave that cut out. So I make the post and at least eight people jumped on my post saying I was wrong this is better this is how it's supposed to be. Small company strong following. This knife was so close to being a home run that these small flaws hit hard. Oh in the tip is extremely pointy pointier than most Spyderco so pointy I would say that it's not stable. That said I love the knife one sharpening will get rid of the burnt tip and bring the steel back to a thick enough place where it would be stable. But then my blade will be 2 or 2.5 mm shorter than it should be new and I haven't even cut with it yet. I could also send it in not for repair but for replacement but then I would be going without the that I just ordered. Love the knife wish it didn't have these flaws. But this also gives me good reason to beat the shit out of it let's see what this Magnacut can do.
the medford 187 just speaks to me...
So why isn’t Koenig on this list? Serious question. I’ve been wondering why they are not talked about very much?
Maybe because their knives are fairly hard to get.
@@markp4401 wouldn’t that suggest even more of a possible “cult following”?
@@airadaimagery692 sure
@@airadaimagery692 I agree Koenig should be included. I love their knives. Fit and finish is perfect and they’re made in the USA.
No TRM? Or CRK?
W👀wser!
CRK did not make a list huh?
I thought the Norseman looked like an alligator or crocodile 🐊 nose but the horse wang is funnier. When we were kids we were at the fair and they had this horse called big Jim who decided to take a leak when all us 8-9 yr old kids walked in and that donker came down like a hose and almost touched the floor while he was unloading and then slinkied back up . Some things a person can’t forget .😂
I always thought they looked like a Spoonbill 🤔
I’ve always thought it ugly but I’ve heard the Norseman is such an amazing piece of machining and workmanship that I had to get one this year.
Great video brother! Agree with everything you said aside from Medford heat treats. I’ve sharpened several of their s35vn blades that were awful to debur. That’s obviously not necessarily across the board but because I’ve experienced it several times now it makes me question it. Curious if you have ever experienced anything similar! Keep killing it! 👊🏼😁
I just give them a couple whacks with a butcher's steel ("slick") for the really sharp stuff. A light slice through a wine cork (natural cork) works well too. Sharp enough to package a 500# animal carcass, sharp enough for what Medfords do. Dull knives are panty waists!
Hello I stumbled across this video while researching a knife, and I can't find much information on it. I can only find some photos. Anyways the knife is the ( Boker 120588 Damascus Hunter Knife, Ziracote Wood Handle, Nickel Silver Guard & Pommel MANUFACTURER: Boker Knives) . Even Boker website doesnt list it as one of theirs, but I own this knife and it even has a cert. of auth. that came with the display case. I can't find one for sale anywhere so I'm trying to find out if that is because they have no value or because no one wants to get rid of theirs. Sorry if this comment is frounded upon, this is my first time stopping by, and thought I would see if anyone had any information on this knife.
To me the Norseman's blade looks like a Dodo's bill.
Bang...I'm early again and looking for sweet knives...keep em comin jerad
Don't forget Cultrotech
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Geez, so i dont know a huge amount about super high end knives. The highest end knives that i actually knew the name of before watching your channel was Benchmade. How do you feel about those in particular?
Doh!!!!
Don't waste your money paying for the butterfly tax on overpriced, overrated gear.
Benchmade has a dedicated cult following butterfly tax or not! 🤣
The only two knives that I cannot ever get to "flip fail" are the Holt Morpheus and the Grimsmo Rask. Lots of great knives out there but those two are failsafe flippers for me.
Hinderer is a great knife but the guy that makes them is such a prick that i wouldn't own one😊
Cold Steel is solid, especially for the $$$. What I love about them is it's not just knives. It's everything. Knives, shields, blowguns, swords, etc...
Lessgo spyderco 🤣
2:20 😮😂😂😂
Did I miss Chris Reeve? I apologize if I did as I was listening while at work 😅
Didn't watch the whole video. Just want to make sure......you didn't say anything negative about Cold Steel? Trips to the US are expensive, but can be arranged...🤣
Shiro is the only one on the list that I will not tolerate hate. You can dislike certain ones but reading some of the Reddit bros trashing on them just to be edgelords.