After watching Nick Shabazz give this knife high praise and listening to Cedric's synopsis on the steel, I got my first Atom in the mail today after the April 2021 drop. And it's everything and more. Thanks for all the info from both of you
I have a feeling that thinly ground knives that actually cut well are going to be the next big trend from knife companies. People seem to coming around on this lately. I've always thought it was funny that a $400 wonder knife can't cut as well as a $15 Opinel.
Unfortunately that also means if you ever have to use your knife for cutting anything harder than fruit you'll need a new knife... Thats why you should carry 2 XD
@@antimatter4733 :- We, as knife owners, are still influenced by the bane of consumerism, and corporated greed. Change the style, make it more manly, make movies about this or that knife's extraordinary performance, and we suck it up, and in a fit of impulse purchases, buy the newest & greatest. Medford is a good example of the extreme over built knife, almost never carried after the initial purchase "rush". The Sinclair folding knife is an example of a seldom used thin bladed knife, too dangerous to consider for EDC. As in women's fashion (and more and more in men's as well)...change is a tool to sell more to a gullible public. Take a look at knives that have stood the test of time, not fashion, and from that lot take your pick. You would probably buy fewer knives but carry the ones you buy more often.
Hopefully, the "RUclips bushcraft" phenomenon is starting to peter out a bit. People who actually utilize a knife for tasks other than batoning and firestick making are reawakening to the idea that 5mm blade stock *may* not be terribly versatile... :)
I love my Atom to tiny little pieces. And I second Nick's "Told you so." When any of us says that we're fanbois, I'm going to point to this video since you are the unassailable unbiased saint of knife reviews.
Thanks for the review. We have started loctiting the pivots due to customer request. We had thought most liked to adjust after purchase, but customer preference seems to be leaning towards shipping with loctite on the pivot. Definitely working hard to increase availability. The challenge is to maintain the quality.
I can imagine - and yes I would definitely suggest even a weak-ish loctite at factory would be a good idea. I would imagine mostly enthusiasts are buying, but some folks who arent as familiar may not know whats going on. Thanks for stopping by!
Hi Marianne. I have a couple of your knives. Sadly, not this one. Please put the quality first. It's got to be a real challenge to get production dialed up and not lose what makes these knives special. We can wait.
I actually prefer to dial the pivot in and loctite it myself, but as long as it is not red loctite I have no problem at all with you guys putting a little on there in the factory.
Thanks Pete. This could end up being knife of the year. A top contender, for sure! : - ) Make sure you buy the purple Loctite. Permatex 24024, or Loctite 222. And as you likely already know. Use a dab on a paperclip, and dab it on the internal threads. Then let it sit overnight, laying with the screw-side down. You're right of course, about the thumb-studs. That does need to be changed. As you mentioned. It's exciting that TRM has been working on some new CF contoured scales for this model, that'll bring the weight down to 2.55oz/72g. How crazy is that! It's also nice, that they are also making some Ti scales for it. Which should be available later this year.
Same here. Almost embarassing when I look back on reviews that I've done on knives that have gone into a drawer, like an old girlfriend who is a bit of an embarrassment now, especially when with your new beauty. How sad are we!
6:55 re: thumb stud access for lefties (of which I am one)... I recently discovered that this can more of an issue than I expected, such as on the Tangram Santa Fe which I frequently carry. Since I've gotten used to middle finger flicking with my left hand it hasn't been a problem. It's just another thing I do as a lefty in a righty world.
The pivot on mine backed out a lot as well. I tightened it many many times. I tried the blue loctite stick but it would still back out. Finally just used the trusty blue loctite liquid and have had no problems since. It seems like a good knife and I hope their hrc is actually at 61 or higher.
Great review start to end. I do like your quick comparisons at the end of your review. I’ve noticed you have done that before and appreciate your giving options to the knife you are reviewing.. I am very sad you have said goodbye to your SpydieChef, as it is one of my favs...but great job anyway.
Got my atom yesterday. Sold my viator and neutron in anticipation of getting the larger atom. $189 for the grey g10. Love, love, love it! The texture of the g10 is nice and grippy without being uncomfortable. This is the sharpest knife out of the box I've ever gotten, glides through magazine paper as if it's not even there. Action is very smooth. Nice deep carry clip. Perfect edc.
That first minute is me and my Benchmade Triage 915, despite dozens of other knives I always go back to her, been through so much together (Emergency Services).
Questions for a future video: Is there a cutting technique that diminishes fatigue? Do certain blade shapes make cutting the sisal rope easier? Over a long session of cutting, is grippy G-10 more prone to promote blisters? Which body joints suffer the most? How much of an effect does a thin spine have on efficiency?
re: the pivot/thread-locker, TRM were giving out little tubes of blue thread-locker with their Atlas and Neutron knives if memory serves. Don't know if they're still doing it with the Atom, maybe just not with the giveaways?
That's a pretty sweet knife but oh damn just realized they're based in three rivers,Massachusetts that's a section of palmer that's like a 20 min drive from where I live I'll have to check out their shop/factory or whatever they got setup out there sometime.
Here's another fairly large piece of criticism...that inset liner lock is pretty slick, but it's an example of what to avoid in locks. Not all liner locks are created equal, and for food prep and thinly slicing lemons, you're fine. But if I have to use a large EDC for anything heavy, and that's generally what large knives are for, I wouldn't touch that knife. If you don't have a Rat, I strongly suggest you get one. Check the lockup on a non-inset liner lock Rat compared to that Atom. I think you'll find that a Rat lock provides a good bit more stability than those liner locks that sit at the very edge of the blade. When you hear that $40 Rat snap in, you know it's pretty solid, and when you check it, you'll find there's far less risk of catastrophic failure and injury (imho). The only thing this video managed to do is to get me to shop around for a nice Code 4. The ergos on the Paramilitary 2 feel like they were custom made just for me.
I got on the notification list - Waited about six months. They started sending me notices of availability within the next month. Never saw them available. That was a month ago. Was really looking forward to paying top dollar for a knife.
Interesting comparison to the SpydieChef. Can you please say more about how the Atom’s blade performance seems better than the SpydieChef’s? I get that it holds an edge longer. My SpydieChef is my best slicer and is 0.013 inches behind the edge at the rear. For use on a cutting board, my Neutron has the blade low enough to only put about 1.25 inches of blade on the cutting surface. The SpydieChef has more than twice the blade length touching the cutting board for my hand. How does the Atom do in that regard? I haven’t tried a lot of thumb studs, but I like the feel of those on the Neutron. Nice review. Thanks!
Hey Pete how would you compare the atom, and the native chief. I know the steel is different, but performance wise? Since you’ve had both in hand, what are your thoughts? Thanks Pete
Bro you killed in the first 5 minutes of this you had the wife laughing. I dig the shirt, misheard knife reviews is a stand up , cool dude. I appreciate the review, i like a few of the changes. I might actually give one of these a go. Thanks man.
Interesting that the handle scale screws are in the middle of the scale (top to bottom) instead of along the top. Do they go into nutserts or is the liner threaded?
Have a 0562CF, PM2, Para 3, Native 5’s, Mini-Grip, Bugout, and I can say the Atom is the real deal. It has benched my entire collection! The Bugout may actually be the closet comparison, and the Atom blows it out the water.
I think the thumb studs r about perfect. I wouldve liked to seem them further out of the slicing path just a smidge. Not that its really in the slicing path but judt further up. Wouldve been cool to see the thumb studs lock up to the liners like some other knives ive seen. Also would like to see recessed pocket clip screws
Can I sell one of my children to get a lefty friendly Atom Developed?? Maybe in a few years IF demand ever gets down to a normal range we goofy footers may get lucky. I just wish this were a left hand sebenza alternative... I love the quality and feel of these knives.
Informative, but wish you would also list the knives in the description/comments. Would make it easier if on the lookout for your comments on a particular knife.
The longer blade and the fact the studs are behind the angle of the plunge make it less of an issue. Typically I agree with you though and think that makes front flippers the best for EDC slicers.
I understand why you like this knife. For me personally I prefer the much smaller Fällkniven U2 for various reasons. Let us agree that each preference is highly personal
Been seeing a lot of these on ig. Can’t wait too see what yah think of ad10. It just got kicked out of pocket by ad15. I wish I could send it to you. Cleveland to Australia isn’t cheap and too be without it would make me cry.
Cedric & Ada Gear and Outdoors nice I just got mine in the last month. Found it brand new from gpknives for 159$ it’s 202 everywhere else. I sold a Manix s110v for it which worked out perfectly. You will def like it. Yeah it’s heavier than most but it’s just so well made and it’s lock is very cool. Def my #1 for now
Great review. Though I’d dispense with all of the levity in the beginning. I like the fact that you show a lot of video of the knife in use. I hate those 30 minute videos of just a knife on a table and a pair of hands.
Dearest Pete: Told you so. ❤️ Nick
The TRM Atom is well made and a great design. I have other knives like that as well but for some reason, I'm not crazy about the Atom.
After watching Nick Shabazz give this knife high praise and listening to Cedric's synopsis on the steel, I got my first Atom in the mail today after the April 2021 drop. And it's everything and more. Thanks for all the info from both of you
I have a feeling that thinly ground knives that actually cut well are going to be the next big trend from knife companies. People seem to coming around on this lately. I've always thought it was funny that a $400 wonder knife can't cut as well as a $15 Opinel.
Grey Holm as far as trends go, its one i’d definitely encourage!!
Agree and hope so. Took a while for the Chaparral to catch on. People wanted thick, overbuilt frame locks for a while. Glad to see that changing.
Unfortunately that also means if you ever have to use your knife for cutting anything harder than fruit you'll need a new knife... Thats why you should carry 2 XD
@@antimatter4733 :- We, as knife owners, are still influenced by the bane of consumerism, and corporated greed. Change the style, make it more manly, make movies about this or that knife's extraordinary performance, and we suck it up, and in a fit of impulse purchases, buy the newest & greatest.
Medford is a good example of the extreme over built knife, almost never carried after the initial purchase "rush".
The Sinclair folding knife is an example of a seldom used thin bladed knife, too dangerous to consider for EDC.
As in women's fashion (and more and more in men's as well)...change is a tool to sell more to a gullible public.
Take a look at knives that have stood the test of time, not fashion, and from that lot take your pick. You would probably buy fewer knives but carry the ones you buy more often.
Hopefully, the "RUclips bushcraft" phenomenon is starting to peter out a bit. People who actually utilize a knife for tasks other than batoning and firestick making are reawakening to the idea that 5mm blade stock *may* not be terribly versatile... :)
I love my Atom to tiny little pieces. And I second Nick's "Told you so." When any of us says that we're fanbois, I'm going to point to this video since you are the unassailable unbiased saint of knife reviews.
Thanks for the review. We have started loctiting the pivots due to customer request. We had thought most liked to adjust after purchase, but customer preference seems to be leaning towards shipping with loctite on the pivot. Definitely working hard to increase availability. The challenge is to maintain the quality.
I can imagine - and yes I would definitely suggest even a weak-ish loctite at factory would be a good idea. I would imagine mostly enthusiasts are buying, but some folks who arent as familiar may not know whats going on. Thanks for stopping by!
Hi Marianne. I have a couple of your knives. Sadly, not this one. Please put the quality first. It's got to be a real challenge to get production dialed up and not lose what makes these knives special. We can wait.
I actually prefer to dial the pivot in and loctite it myself, but as long as it is not red loctite I have no problem at all with you guys putting a little on there in the factory.
@@Justinlmd never red
I can wait as well, keep the quality number one and I will purchase whenever available, just let me know!!😀
Your intros are always so creative, and make me unsure how to feel emotionally. I feel bad for the poor spydiechef
Thanks Pete.
This could end up being knife of the year. A top contender, for sure!
: - )
Make sure you buy the purple Loctite. Permatex 24024, or Loctite 222. And as you likely already know. Use a dab on a paperclip, and dab it on the internal threads. Then let it sit overnight, laying with the screw-side down.
You're right of course, about the thumb-studs. That does need to be changed.
As you mentioned. It's exciting that TRM has been working on some new CF contoured scales for this model, that'll bring the weight down to 2.55oz/72g. How crazy is that!
It's also nice, that they are also making some Ti scales for it. Which should be available later this year.
I'd still pick the chef
The first minute of your intro is me with almost every new knife I get lol
The first week anyway, then I need another one.
Same here. Almost embarassing when I look back on reviews that I've done on knives that have gone into a drawer, like an old girlfriend who is a bit of an embarrassment now, especially when with your new beauty.
How sad are we!
Right?!?! Lol
I'm so happy you did a review of this knife!!! I cant wait to get mine, order #157....
6:55 re: thumb stud access for lefties (of which I am one)... I recently discovered that this can more of an issue than I expected, such as on the Tangram Santa Fe which I frequently carry. Since I've gotten used to middle finger flicking with my left hand it hasn't been a problem. It's just another thing I do as a lefty in a righty world.
top view comparison - the greatest idea!!! thanks, makes a lot of sense, but almost no one does it
Twisted Sisal and you are frontman D2 Snider
Never thought I'd see Big Kev again .. "I'm excited!"
The pivot on mine backed out a lot as well. I tightened it many many times. I tried the blue loctite stick but it would still back out. Finally just used the trusty blue loctite liquid and have had no problems since. It seems like a good knife and I hope their hrc is actually at 61 or higher.
Great review start to end. I do like your quick comparisons at the end of your review. I’ve noticed you have done that before and appreciate your giving options to the knife you are reviewing.. I am very sad you have said goodbye to your SpydieChef, as it is one of my favs...but great job anyway.
Got my atom yesterday. Sold my viator and neutron in anticipation of getting the larger atom. $189 for the grey g10. Love, love, love it! The texture of the g10 is nice and grippy without being uncomfortable. This is the sharpest knife out of the box I've ever gotten, glides through magazine paper as if it's not even there. Action is very smooth. Nice deep carry clip. Perfect edc.
Purple loctite is the proper one for screws of pocket knife specification. Loctite and permetex both have purple.
Great to know! Thx
I can’t believe you toss all your knives in a metal box!! Greetings from Cape Town, keep the great reviews coming.
That first minute is me and my Benchmade Triage 915, despite dozens of other knives I always go back to her, been through so much together (Emergency Services).
Blad shape reminds me of SOG Aegis. Which is also an amazing slicer!
No doubt, you've outdone yourself with that intro...gold sir!
Questions for a future video: Is there a cutting technique that diminishes fatigue? Do certain blade shapes make cutting the sisal rope easier? Over a long session of cutting, is grippy G-10 more prone to promote blisters? Which body joints suffer the most? How much of an effect does a thin spine have on efficiency?
I found that putting an O ring over the thumb stud completely fixed the problem of the thumb stud being too sharp..
Dudley Warner they sell a little O-ring pack on their website too, I’m sure it was to address the issue.
@@tcj2185 I think they got the idea from the CRK Umnumzaan which comes standard with O rings on its thumb studs.
re: the pivot/thread-locker, TRM were giving out little tubes of blue thread-locker with their Atlas and Neutron knives if memory serves. Don't know if they're still doing it with the Atom, maybe just not with the giveaways?
Yes
Another day another knife!
That's a pretty sweet knife but oh damn just realized they're based in three rivers,Massachusetts that's a section of palmer that's like a 20 min drive from where I live I'll have to check out their shop/factory or whatever they got setup out there sometime.
Where do you live?
@@mariannehalpern4009 south hadley,ma
@@J_Dukes We can give you a mini-tour.
Here's another fairly large piece of criticism...that inset liner lock is pretty slick, but it's an example of what to avoid in locks. Not all liner locks are created equal, and for food prep and thinly slicing lemons, you're fine. But if I have to use a large EDC for anything heavy, and that's generally what large knives are for, I wouldn't touch that knife. If you don't have a Rat, I strongly suggest you get one. Check the lockup on a non-inset liner lock Rat compared to that Atom. I think you'll find that a Rat lock provides a good bit more stability than those liner locks that sit at the very edge of the blade. When you hear that $40 Rat snap in, you know it's pretty solid, and when you check it, you'll find there's far less risk of catastrophic failure and injury (imho). The only thing this video managed to do is to get me to shop around for a nice Code 4. The ergos on the Paramilitary 2 feel like they were custom made just for me.
Looking at the design and ergonomics, the best TRM knife is Shadow, but unfortunately I do not have access to these knives in my country
I got on the notification list - Waited about six months. They started sending me notices of availability within the next month.
Never saw them available. That was a month ago.
Was really looking forward to paying top dollar for a knife.
jake legg yeah they’re a pain in the ass to get
The waiting list was open a couple weeks ago but only lasted about a day before it filled up. It should open again in September, I think
Love the Toy Story-esque intro
The intro was hilarious. So was the shirt. 😁 Interesting knife. It looks incredibly Slicey. The spydey chef is sad now. Thanks for the video Pete.
👍. What would your recommendations be for a hard use folder knife? Ie bushcraft, trade some tip prying.
The beginning made me cry
Interesting comparison to the SpydieChef. Can you please say more about how the Atom’s blade performance seems better than the SpydieChef’s? I get that it holds an edge longer. My SpydieChef is my best slicer and is 0.013 inches behind the edge at the rear. For use on a cutting board, my Neutron has the blade low enough to only put about 1.25 inches of blade on the cutting surface. The SpydieChef has more than twice the blade length touching the cutting board for my hand. How does the Atom do in that regard?
I haven’t tried a lot of thumb studs, but I like the feel of those on the Neutron. Nice review. Thanks!
Good unbiased information as always, Thanks.
Hey Pete how would you compare the atom, and the native chief. I know the steel is different, but performance wise? Since you’ve had both in hand, what are your thoughts? Thanks Pete
Big Kev was excited!
Already got my name down for one! Really looking forward to it now!
Im sold Pete. This is exactly what I look for in an edc, nothin too fancy, just gr8 quality. Thanks for the reveiw. Im gettin one.
Btw they’re making an all black code 4.
Excellent review once again mate...top notch work! Looks like a cracking knife as well.
Should I get this or the spydiechef whatcha reckon? Have no real justification for any of my knives but if you could only have one of them?
How is the detent on your atoms? On mine i think its quite weak, asvit does not "suck" the blade in...
The opening reminded me of how Woody felt when Buzz Lightyear showed up in Andy’s room.
Bro you killed in the first 5 minutes of this you had the wife laughing. I dig the shirt, misheard knife reviews is a stand up , cool dude.
I appreciate the review, i like a few of the changes. I might actually give one of these a go. Thanks man.
Interesting that the handle scale screws are in the middle of the scale (top to bottom) instead of along the top. Do they go into nutserts or is the liner threaded?
My only issue with it, is that it is a bit vanilla. But damn, that’s a nice knife!
I've started to embrace vanilla. I just got a fancy custom. I like it, but... how much better does it cut?
For sure, but the spydiechef is both striking and awesome.
Vanilla is my favorite flavor!
Have a 0562CF, PM2, Para 3, Native 5’s, Mini-Grip, Bugout, and I can say the Atom is the real deal. It has benched my entire collection! The Bugout may actually be the closet comparison, and the Atom blows it out the water.
On the waiting list for this. Great video. I know this is a dog themed channel, but would really like to see a Basil themed T shirt....
there is a couple! check the teespring store
When do we get to see a video on Basil's EDC gear?
those some Redback boots in the background!? Dope boots, boot review!
Cash Dingo those are for the cold steel boot chop demos
I'm left handed and it spidey flicks via the left hand quite well.
Question mark?
I think the thumb studs r about perfect. I wouldve liked to seem them further out of the slicing path just a smidge. Not that its really in the slicing path but judt further up. Wouldve been cool to see the thumb studs lock up to the liners like some other knives ive seen. Also would like to see recessed pocket clip screws
That liner lock is identical to spyderco's military, which is a good thing.
They need to use a high volume friendly steel so they can nail the heat treat every time.
I gotta get on that waitlist.
The TRM Atom is well made and a great design. I have other knives like that as well but for some reason, I'm not crazy about the Atom.
Great vid Pete thanks for the laugh always appreciated.
Spidey: “noooooooooooooo not dark green box of neglect!” “Oh the humanity” “what a world, what a world”
Can I sell one of my children to get a lefty friendly Atom Developed?? Maybe in a few years IF demand ever gets down to a normal range we goofy footers may get lucky. I just wish this were a left hand sebenza alternative... I love the quality and feel of these knives.
Informative, but wish you would also list the knives in the description/comments. Would make it easier if on the lookout for your comments on a particular knife.
I'm not a fan of a thumb stud for my edc slicer....something about it strikes me as bothersome.
The longer blade and the fact the studs are behind the angle of the plunge make it less of an issue. Typically I agree with you though and think that makes front flippers the best for EDC slicers.
TRM crowdsourced for the Atoms dimensions, etc.
What size shirt you got on? Extra medium? Lol, great video.
Intro. Brilliant
Lol who’s the artist of the intro song. I know it’s a different version of when she loved me?
Nice review. Why dual thumb studs if the clip can't be moved for lefties? Guessing it was a design/aesthetic choice.
yeah, i would guess a symmetry thing, too
It also enables finger-flick deployment from the backside with right-handed carry.
I don't like thumb studs, if it can be opened with a wrist flick I'd lose them. That's all. Nice knife.
Aww. I miss big Kev. You could have paid homage to the Pointer Sisters ‘Neutron Dance’. I’m sure Uncle Randy remembers them from...
Got a real Nick Cave feel my man. I dig it.
I understand why you like this knife. For me personally I prefer the much smaller Fällkniven U2 for various reasons.
Let us agree that each preference is highly personal
Been seeing a lot of these on ig. Can’t wait too see what yah think of ad10. It just got kicked out of pocket by ad15. I wish I could send it to you. Cleveland to Australia isn’t cheap and too be without it would make me cry.
ive got a 15 on the way too 😬😬😬
Cedric & Ada Gear and Outdoors nice I just got mine in the last month. Found it brand new from gpknives for 159$ it’s 202 everywhere else. I sold a Manix s110v for it which worked out perfectly. You will def like it. Yeah it’s heavier than most but it’s just so well made and it’s lock is very cool. Def my #1 for now
❤️ *Twisted Sisal*
Thanks for the shoutout, but I suggest you get the next smallest size. Leave less to the imagination.
What compound do you use on your strop?
Noticed a Skaha 2 in the box, still got it? Also, looks like someone is smuggling diamonds in that grey t-shirt lol
Wow, that s110v had one or 2 sharpenings am i right?))
That into actually made me a little sad. Poor chef, it's worked so hard.
My red micarta version is outstanding and makes me question my customs...
I prefer to do my own pivot adjustment / loctite.
I'm excited. For my preorder to get here.
Not enough cats and dogs for my liking but nice review though
Another knife I think I gotta have. RIP spydiechef
Ok it's been a while, do you still feel?
yep, still my all around best
@@CedricAda thank you!
Pure comic genius!
Almost shit myself laughing...
Man that’s a tight shirt. And I don’t mean like....Ryan George tight. Like Italian tight.
Disappointed there was only 2:16 of funny business, we need feature length!
I have already passed my knife budge for July. But the little devil on my should keeps whispering that my wife doesn't have to know...
The beginning of the video reminds me of toy story or something lol.
Great review. Though I’d dispense with all of the levity in the beginning. I like the fact that you show a lot of video of the knife in use. I hate those 30 minute videos of just a knife on a table and a pair of hands.
The Atom and Neutron both seem like great knives. Shame that they also seem to be essentially unobtainable.
Certainly working to change that. Both models are in continual production.
Spidiechef would have never been so popular if it wasn’t lc200n. There I said it 😂
Matthew Forrest definitely a big drawcard for the knife!
Had a good laugh at your into 😂
Funny video Pete.
I feel so bad for the Spydiechef. How could you?
😢😢😢 poor spydie chef!!!!
Looks a bit like a kershaw ken onion design
Hrc on this 20cv?
60-61
@@CedricAda supersteelSteve wouldnt be happy about that) 63-64, ok at least 62-63. I agree