Apparently I was unclear on my position concerning Benchmade knives because several people have expressed their dismay that I would feel that way. I am not in any way trying to influence anyone to boycott anything, just stating my personal position. If you like Benchmade that's cool. I think they make great knives. As I have said before, my issue was really when I learned the ownership are large supporters of democratic party politicians. So I choose not to indirectly fund that support since my party affiliation is decidedly "anti-democrat". I also had a few comments about Big Daddy Unlimited being involved in a gun buyback by showing up and offering free gun safety locks. And, to be clear, I think their explanation that they just wanted to showcase the gun industry in a positive light may have been true, but it was still a really bad decision in hindsight. But, the MAJOR difference to me is that I have met the owners and management at Big Daddy Unlimited and they are 100% pro-gun, pro-2nd Amendment and pro-freedom. Having said that, I know there are probably a lot of other things I use (like my cellphone or my cell service provider) who support causes I disagree with. I get that. But you have to pick your battles. There are a LOT of other good knife companies so I can pick that battle pretty easily.
There's no shortage of guns for sale. Anyone that wants to buy one can. It is a slippery slope when law enforcement starts selling confiscated property for a profit. Before you know it, some small town needs a new cruiser and they start pulling over BMW's and Lexus and confiscating them., while they let the Chevy's and Toyotas keep on criming. Will I be more likely to get arrested if I wear a Rolex instead of a Timex ? The conflict of interest/optics problems with the police profitting from their booty is bad all around. This isn't a gun control issue, its a political integrity problem. Benchmade didn't do anything wrong.
Your doing a great gob!! Don't sweat the small stuff, worry about the big BIG STUFF. Please keep doing what you do, may yours and you be well, and safe. Regards
Those are all great choices for a folding knife. One suggestion, on the Pocket Bushman (which I like very much) the cord can wear through and break when it is used a lot. I replaced the cord with a large split ring for keys and it will not break and is actually easier to use than the cord. The blade will take and hold a razor edge and the all-steel construction makes it one of the sturdiest folding knives you can buy.
Love my Buck 110 long time. Love my Buck 112 just a little longer. For my folders its those Buck's or nothing! Wait...had a brain fart and forgot about the Buck 55 in my pocket. Dang it! I love all three. Its those three or nothing!
Can't blame you at all for keeping that Emerson in your pocket. I've never seen or even heard of First Edge, but that thing is really cool. If I could actually find one on the secondary market, I'd probably cry at the price. Hate to see a great product disappear. Thanks for showing it though Brian. Hope you're well man.
My favorites are the Cold Steel AD10, Voyager, and 4max Scout. I have a Benchmade Freek in M4 that is cool, and love my USA made vintage Old Timer Golden Bear. And yes my SAR forester! Oops also forgot my USA made Kershaw Onion, and the CASE tribal lock, and Buck 112 in SV30. I guess I have too many favorites like you!
With all the knives they own the one I carry mostly for EDC is the Spyderco DELICA .. serrated.. it just fits my needs.. lightweight.. slim.. and easy to open and close with one hand... Second would be Spyderco endura.( Salt & Pacific salt for snorkeling diving and fishing).. next would be the cold steel voyagers...& Vanquaro voyagers..a Rajah 3..
So a knife company allowed law enforcement to destroy guns from unknown sources instead of selling them ? I'm a veteran and gun owner and would like to say thanks to Benchmade for keeping them off the streets I think I'll go order that new Tagout they just introduced to go along with the other 20 knives I have from them
Not sure what you mean by "unknown sources". They are just guns. As for "keeping them off the streets", if they had been offered for sale it would had to have been through a standard legal process with a background check. So there would be no difference between those guns and any other sold. If you like Benchmade that's cool. I think they make great knives. As I have said before, my issues was really when I learned the ownership are large supporters of democratic party politicians. So I choose not to indirectly fund that support since my party affiliation is decidedly "anti-democrat".
Best collection boss . Do you still have that Schrade SCH305 folder ??? I like that knife .By the way I want to send you famous "INDIAN RAMPURI CHAKU" follding knife .
Love my Buck 110 as well. Also, I sure can’t give you any crap about Benchmade. I have the same opinion about Carhartt. I have hundreds of dollars in their pants, and their coats. I live in Wyoming, I need quality and warm clothes. So, (like you with Benchmade) I am not about to get rid of what is already bought and paid for, but I can’t support their future endeavors either. Great vid, and really great choices on the folders.
👍 Good selection of knives. Once a person has a Buck 110 they don’t need any other folding knife. Hubertus made some of the best auto-opening knives. I noticed you were able to insert 3 advertisements into this video - Big Daddy, Council Tools, & Thunder Ranch.
Actually the hat and the hoodie just happened to be what I was wearing. Although I do like both of those companies. But big daddy Unlimited is the only one that pays me.
@@SurvivalOnPurpose No explanation necessary. At least those other 2 companies should do is send you a nice thank you note. 😂😂😂 I purchased something in a Cabela’s store once and the employee tried to also sell me a Cabela’s cap. I told him if I was going to be a walking billboard Cabela’s ought to pay me. I sometimes just can’t help myself when I see branded clothing. I’ll try to exercise more restraint in the future.
If you are storing your Buck 110 in the sheath, that is why you are getting a “patina”. It will be green crud soon . Polish the brass then store it away from the sheath. The leather of the sheath has salt in it. Thx fir another 10 best!
I love the CS Finn Wolf for camp/field/wood work. Tough as they come and great value. (I'm actually on my second one.) Might only be AUS-8 but great blade shape/profile and takes a nice keen edge while easy to maintain. Love the vid - a few classic blades here.
If you excluded any of the following because you haven't tried them yet, you might want to. They are all great. Victorinox Bantom Alox, Opinel #8, Ontario Rat 1 or 2, Kershaw Onion/Leek, Kabar Dozier and the QSP Parrot V2
I TOTALLY support your position with Benchmade. If a company decides to go anti 2A, they need a wake up call. A shot to the pocketbook is most effective. There are plenty of good knife makers out there. We the People have the power. Use it wisely.
They deserve everything they get. And to your statement about them doing “damage control” I recall it a bit different. Instead of apologizing or clarifying, they instead doubled down on their horrible stance. Their version of damage control was pouring gasoline on a fire. You said it: tone deaf. And you said it, and Bob said it here: lots of other great knives from great manufacturers that don’t play politics.
I've always felt Benchmade knives were overrated and overpriced anyway! For the money I like cold steel..BUT my favorite is Spyderco.. the DELICA serrated seems to be the perfect life for me for my EDC.... Next would be the endura.. (for diving fishing and snorkeling..salt & pacific salt) .. I do own one Benchmade griptilian knife from some years back .. I do not plan on purchasing any more benchmades!
Hi Bryan, Greetings from Nova Scotia Canada & i NEVER thought America ever made their own Butterfly knives. I don't know about the laws down there but them are Seriously.... Illegal to have up here. You should watch you tube videos, on guys flipping & twirling them things around !! Like art to them & they NEVER mess up or cut themselves, mesmorizing really. Enjoy your videos & as i always say......Keep Em Coming Sir. 💯👍🤝
Everyone should own a Buck 110. It’s a classic and for a classic blade it’s still affordable. Name another classic blade that a common man can afford. 😊
The difference is (as I understand it anyway) that the bad decisions at Smith and Wesson were made when the company was owned by a British investment group. That is no longer the case.
As an FYI...a couple days ago I watched The GunCollective Channel and he had some information concerning Big Daddy Unlimited. Check it out. My number one EDC is the Benchmade 940
I watched it. I don't know Jon but my viewpoint, experience and opinions are different from his. And he did say, over and over, that he does not have "concrete information" about a lot of what he says in the video. But, to be transparent, my viewpoint can certainly be considered biased as I am a Big Daddy Unlimited affiliate. I'm not gonna try to respond to Jon's video in a comment. Maybe I'll make a video. We'll see. They certainly didn't ask me to interview Tony ;-)
Thanks for the video Brian, I agree completely on the Benchmade subject. Along with cutting up the guns, it also came to light that they supported a lot of anti-2A bills and politicians. That stopped me from buying any more of their products, But, like you I'm not going to destroy the ones I have!
@@SurvivalOnPurpose I carried a Benchmade EDC for near 20 years,....vey happy..... and just retired it for an old Spyderco Goddard Lightweight, because it has become a collector. I cannot support that Company any more. Now that Axis Lock patent is over...a lot of good choices coming out. Looking at Hogue and Sig...
🤷🏻♂️. One more comment. The local enforcement organization came to a local manufacturer and asked to use their equipment to destroy items confiscated from criminals. The local manufacturer agreed. It seems remarkably silly to punish that local manufacturer for this. Hard to believe we have reached the point where we get our shorts in twist over this. This act in no way signifies that either the local law enforcement organization or the local manufacturer are opposed to any portion of the U.S. Constitution.
I should have been clearer in my reasoning but I didn’t want to spend a bunch of time on it in the video. The real reason for my Position on Benchmade Is that one of the things that came out of that situation was the discoveries at the owners of Benchmade are major contributors two liberal democratic politicians. So my shorts are not in a twist but neither is my wallet
@@SurvivalOnPurpose The main beauty of America is that everyone is allowed to support the position of their choice and that we all respect that right. When I look at a product my interest is will it do the job I need it to do, is it a quality made product, and can I afford it. The politics of the manufacturer’s owner or management never factor into my purchasing decision as long as they are not supporting immoral or illegal activities. Benchmade is located in a very liberal state it is not surprising they support some liberal causes. Having said that, I fully support your right not to purchase Benchmade products. This mutual respect is what makes our country great.
You seem to like wicked sharp knives and knives that are ackward to close. Have you counted your fingers lately? LOL! Good choices, I've never liked balisong knives myself, but it was a list of your favorites, not mine. Thanks.
That's distressing about Benchmade. I have one of their automatics that I carry everyday. They want too much money to be crapping on their customer base. Good collection of folders.
You really need to check out BDU speaking of anti 2a. There are several RUclips videos taking about their recent anti 2a antics. I know that I'll never do business with them. Would hate to see them bring you down.
I still have a few Benchmades but you are 100% correct on Benchmade’s misguided management! This is America and Benchmade has shown themselves to be in the wrong side of the 2nd. Great video!
If those firearms were used in a crime and shot or killed someone, they get destroyed. I used to go to the state police action in Connecticut and bought several confiscated firearms, none were used to take a life..just saying
Enjoyed the video. However, it is strange that you hack on Benchmade but accept a sponsorship from Big Daddy. Sir, I suggest you look into BDU just a bit. They have supported gun buybacks and have shown not to be as big of a supporter of 2A as they would like you to think. Other than that, keep up the good work!
I have looked into that issue with BDU. I wouldn’t say they “supported” a (as in one) gun buyback as much as made a really stupid decision to try to somehow possibly get some positive publicity for a pro gun business (my take on it, not theirs). But, as I have said in other comments (and should have said in the video), my issue with Benchmade is more with the discovery that the owners are huge political supporters of liberal Democrats. I know that is not the case for the owners of Big Daddy Unlimited. And that makes all the difference to me. I’m sorry if you like Benchmade. As I said, I think they make excellent knives. I just choose not to support them. But hey, I did include one in this video.
A company's politics shouldn't have anything to do with how "good" a product is, now the choice to actually buy it does I guess lol but still doesn't change the fact of its value.
Why would that bushman be one of your all time favorites? I have heard nothing but negative about that thing, and it looked like you were struggling and getting hurt, just trying to close the silly thing!
That was not what really influenced my decision. It was learning that the owners are apparently big supporters of liberal democrat politicians. So I choose not to indirectly support those same politicians whose platform I vehemently disagree with.
Pocket Bushman is the bomb! It’s the only folding knife I will carry. I put a diamond knot on a short lanyard and it’s really easy to close. I bought a Spyderco Mariner in 1994. Got one of the last ones with the stainless steel handle. Used it so much, it isn’t serrated any more. I would buy another one if they’d make it with the ss handle again. 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
" The Buck 110 is a great knife, but wayyyyy too heavy (7.32 oz)The Buck 110 Hunter LT is essentially the same blade, but with super lightweight poly handle , great pocket clip , and is about half as thick , at 3.2oz. Additionally, the 110 is $100.00 and the LT is around $30.00, delivered. Carried the original 110 for years as a Police Officer, but realized I could carry 28 extra 9mm rounds for the same weight. "
Bryan, tell the REST of the Benchmade story. Destroying guns caught the initial attention, but Benchmade swore it was court ordered and they only helped the cops do what a court had ordered. But some of the guntubers attracted by this fuss started digging, and the REAL story was how many anti-gun politicians received substantial donations from Benchmade. Thet 940 may be a great knife, but I’ll stick with the Al Mar SERE2000 I’ve carried more most of two decades.
Apparently I was unclear on my position concerning Benchmade knives because several people have expressed their dismay that I would feel that way. I am not in any way trying to influence anyone to boycott anything, just stating my personal position.
If you like Benchmade that's cool. I think they make great knives. As I have said before, my issue was really when I learned the ownership are large supporters of democratic party politicians. So I choose not to indirectly fund that support since my party affiliation is decidedly "anti-democrat".
I also had a few comments about Big Daddy Unlimited being involved in a gun buyback by showing up and offering free gun safety locks. And, to be clear, I think their explanation that they just wanted to showcase the gun industry in a positive light may have been true, but it was still a really bad decision in hindsight. But, the MAJOR difference to me is that I have met the owners and management at Big Daddy Unlimited and they are 100% pro-gun, pro-2nd Amendment and pro-freedom.
Having said that, I know there are probably a lot of other things I use (like my cellphone or my cell service provider) who support causes I disagree with. I get that. But you have to pick your battles. There are a LOT of other good knife companies so I can pick that battle pretty easily.
There's no shortage of guns for sale. Anyone that wants to buy one can. It is a slippery slope when law enforcement starts selling confiscated property for a profit. Before you know it, some small town needs a new cruiser and they start pulling over BMW's and Lexus and confiscating them., while they let the Chevy's and Toyotas keep on criming. Will I be more likely to get arrested if I wear a Rolex instead of a Timex ? The conflict of interest/optics problems with the police profitting from their booty is bad all around. This isn't a gun control issue, its a political integrity problem. Benchmade didn't do anything wrong.
Your doing a great gob!! Don't sweat the small stuff, worry about the big BIG STUFF. Please keep doing what you do, may yours and you be well, and safe. Regards
Love my buck 110. The signal is a awesome multi tool. Thanks for sharing Brian
The Gerber Gator is my favorite all-time knife I used it everyday for years working in a lumber yard
The one with the bolsters looks amazing.
Politics aside, if you didn't include the 940 Osborne Benchmade... I would've questioned everything else on your list. Best folder ever
I have the Manix 2 in Maxamet, and the Gerber Gator as well as the Cold Steels .The Manix 2 is one of my favorite edc knives.
Those are all great choices for a folding knife. One suggestion, on the Pocket Bushman (which I like very much) the cord can wear through and break when it is used a lot. I replaced the cord with a large split ring for keys and it will not break and is actually easier to use than the cord. The blade will take and hold a razor edge and the all-steel construction makes it one of the sturdiest folding knives you can buy.
I've had my buck 110 since 1978 had the blade replaced by buck once for $10.00 because I didn't sharpen it correctly but I still carry it everyday!
Love my Buck 110 long time. Love my Buck 112 just a little longer. For my folders its those Buck's or nothing! Wait...had a brain fart and forgot about the Buck 55 in my pocket. Dang it! I love all three. Its those three or nothing!
Any list with the Buck 110 is automatically acceptable!
Can't blame you at all for keeping that Emerson in your pocket. I've never seen or even heard of First Edge, but that thing is really cool. If I could actually find one on the secondary market, I'd probably cry at the price. Hate to see a great product disappear. Thanks for showing it though Brian. Hope you're well man.
Great list, thanks for another great sharp Saturday video 👍
I think he drank a few too many cups of coffee this day.
My favorites are the Cold Steel AD10, Voyager, and 4max Scout. I have a Benchmade Freek in M4 that is cool, and love my USA made vintage Old Timer Golden Bear. And yes my SAR forester! Oops also forgot my USA made Kershaw Onion, and the CASE tribal lock, and Buck 112 in SV30. I guess I have too many favorites like you!
Great video Brian! Thanks much for sharing!
Thanks Brian for your top 10 list of folders. Do you have such a list for more traditional slip joint pocket knives? - Tennessee Smoky
I don’t really have that many
My Favorite folding pocket knife that I have is my Smith & Wesson SW609CP it has A 3.55 inch 8CR13MOV stainless steel stonewash blade.
PERSONAL 10 favorite folders...
1.) Microtech LUDT - 3.4" M390/204p or Elmax
2.) Spyderco Stretch 2 - 3.5" K390
3.) Spyderco Siren - 3.6" LC200N
4.) ColdSteel American Lawman - 3.5" S35VN
5.) Spyderco Endela - 3.4" K390
6.) Spyderco Endura - 3.75" K390
7.) GEC Remington Bullet Trapper - 2.75" 1095
8.) Spyderco Native Chief - 4.08" Rex45
9.) Spyderco Sage 5 - 3.0" M4
10.) Benchmade 275FE-2 - 3.78" CRU-WEAR
I love Benchmade knives... but I stopped buying Benchmade's as well
also... I have WAYYY too many favorites
With all the knives they own the one I carry mostly for EDC is the Spyderco DELICA .. serrated.. it just fits my needs.. lightweight.. slim.. and easy to open and close with one hand... Second would be Spyderco endura.( Salt & Pacific salt for snorkeling diving and fishing).. next would be the cold steel voyagers...& Vanquaro voyagers..a Rajah 3..
So a knife company allowed law enforcement to destroy guns from unknown sources instead of selling them ? I'm a veteran and gun owner and would like to say thanks to Benchmade for keeping them off the streets I think I'll go order that new Tagout they just introduced to go along with the other 20 knives I have from them
Not sure what you mean by "unknown sources". They are just guns. As for "keeping them off the streets", if they had been offered for sale it would had to have been through a standard legal process with a background check. So there would be no difference between those guns and any other sold. If you like Benchmade that's cool. I think they make great knives. As I have said before, my issues was really when I learned the ownership are large supporters of democratic party politicians. So I choose not to indirectly fund that support since my party affiliation is decidedly "anti-democrat".
Best collection boss . Do you still have that Schrade SCH305 folder ???
I like that knife .By the way I want to send you famous "INDIAN RAMPURI CHAKU" follding knife .
Love my Buck 110 as well. Also, I sure can’t give you any crap about Benchmade. I have the same opinion about Carhartt. I have hundreds of dollars in their pants, and their coats. I live in Wyoming, I need quality and warm clothes. So, (like you with Benchmade) I am not about to get rid of what is already bought and paid for, but I can’t support their future endeavors either. Great vid, and really great choices on the folders.
I haven't looked at a schade since they closed the factory in NY.
The original company went out of business.
@@SurvivalOnPurpose yes I live in ellenville the only thing left of the factory is a cement slab
@@tomballard4794 bummer.
My favourite folder is my Buck alpha hunter
👍 Good selection of knives. Once a person has a Buck 110 they don’t need any other folding knife. Hubertus made some of the best auto-opening knives. I noticed you were able to insert 3 advertisements into this video - Big Daddy, Council Tools, & Thunder Ranch.
Actually the hat and the hoodie just happened to be what I was wearing. Although I do like both of those companies. But big daddy Unlimited is the only one that pays me.
@@SurvivalOnPurpose No explanation necessary. At least those other 2 companies should do is send you a nice thank you note. 😂😂😂
I purchased something in a Cabela’s store once and the employee tried to also sell me a Cabela’s cap. I told him if I was going to be a walking billboard Cabela’s ought to pay me. I sometimes just can’t help myself when I see branded clothing. I’ll try to exercise more restraint in the future.
If you are storing your Buck 110 in the sheath, that is why you are getting a “patina”. It will be green crud soon . Polish the brass then store it away from the sheath. The leather of the sheath has salt in it. Thx fir another 10 best!
It was not stored in the sheath.
@@SurvivalOnPurpose hmmmm
I love the CS Finn Wolf for camp/field/wood work. Tough as they come and great value. (I'm actually on my second one.) Might only be AUS-8 but great blade shape/profile and takes a nice keen edge while easy to maintain. Love the vid - a few classic blades here.
yeah!! Gerber gator clip point. I know that one was comming:)
Tried and true
Victorinox SAKs,Buck 110,and a Old Timer Bear Claw made in USA for sentimental reasons otherwise im a fixed blade all the way.
Brian , nice collection and reviews , thanks for sharing ,God bless !
Thanks for watching!
If you excluded any of the following because you haven't tried them yet, you might want to. They are all great. Victorinox Bantom Alox, Opinel #8, Ontario Rat 1 or 2, Kershaw Onion/Leek, Kabar Dozier and the QSP Parrot V2
...and the Boker Kalishnakov!
Thanks.
I TOTALLY support your position with Benchmade. If a company decides to go anti 2A, they need a wake up call. A shot to the pocketbook is most effective. There are plenty of good knife makers out there. We the People have the power. Use it wisely.
They deserve everything they get. And to your statement about them doing “damage control” I recall it a bit different. Instead of apologizing or clarifying, they instead doubled down on their horrible stance. Their version of damage control was pouring gasoline on a fire. You said it: tone deaf. And you said it, and Bob said it here: lots of other great knives from great manufacturers that don’t play politics.
I've always felt Benchmade knives were overrated and overpriced anyway! For the money I like cold steel..BUT my favorite is Spyderco.. the DELICA serrated seems to be the perfect life for me for my EDC.... Next would be the endura.. (for diving fishing and snorkeling..salt & pacific salt) .. I do own one Benchmade griptilian knife from some years back .. I do not plan on purchasing any more benchmades!
@@glenmo1 IMO Ontario offers great value. I also like CRKT and Becker. The BK40 in D2 is my go to now with the OKC RAT 1 a close second
Agree.
Tell me you're my guy without telling me you're my guy.
;-)
Hi Bryan, Greetings from Nova Scotia Canada & i NEVER thought America ever made their own Butterfly knives.
I don't know about the laws down there but them are Seriously.... Illegal to have up here.
You should watch you tube videos, on guys flipping & twirling them things around !!
Like art to them & they NEVER mess up or cut themselves, mesmorizing really.
Enjoy your videos & as i always say......Keep Em Coming Sir.
💯👍🤝
Everyone should own a Buck 110. It’s a classic and for a classic blade it’s still affordable. Name another classic blade that a common man can afford. 😊
Opinel
@@SurvivalOnPurpose you are correct sir. 😊. I have a couple of those, love them.
That might be a video idea for you. “Affordable classics”
Great selection, it’s hard to pick out the favorites if you have a lot of them.
Very true!
Brian you feel about Benchmade the way I feel about Smith & Wesson.
The difference is (as I understand it anyway) that the bad decisions at Smith and Wesson were made when the company was owned by a British investment group. That is no longer the case.
As an FYI...a couple days ago I watched The GunCollective Channel and he had some information concerning Big Daddy Unlimited. Check it out. My number one EDC is the Benchmade 940
I watched it. I don't know Jon but my viewpoint, experience and opinions are different from his. And he did say, over and over, that he does not have "concrete information" about a lot of what he says in the video.
But, to be transparent, my viewpoint can certainly be considered biased as I am a Big Daddy Unlimited affiliate. I'm not gonna try to respond to Jon's video in a comment. Maybe I'll make a video. We'll see. They certainly didn't ask me to interview Tony ;-)
Thanks for the video Brian, I agree completely on the Benchmade subject. Along with cutting up the guns, it also came to light that they supported a lot of anti-2A bills and politicians. That stopped me from buying any more of their products, But, like you I'm not going to destroy the ones I have!
Honestly, for me it was more about their political support than the cutting up the guns thing. That was gonna happen with or without Benchmade's help.
@@SurvivalOnPurpose I carried a Benchmade EDC for near 20 years,....vey happy..... and just retired it for an old Spyderco Goddard Lightweight, because it has become a collector. I cannot support that Company any more. Now that Axis Lock patent is over...a lot of good choices coming out. Looking at Hogue and Sig...
Thank you.
You're welcome!
I feel the same way about Benchmade. I've been gifted a few and won't sell them because they were gifts. Great video!
I didn't know that about benchmade but they always seemed cheap anyways. Blade angles different on each side and profile grinds way off.
🤷🏻♂️. One more comment. The local enforcement organization came to a local manufacturer and asked to use their equipment to destroy items confiscated from criminals. The local manufacturer agreed.
It seems remarkably silly to punish that local manufacturer for this. Hard to believe we have reached the point where we get our shorts in twist over this.
This act in no way signifies that either the local law enforcement organization or the local manufacturer are opposed to any portion of the U.S. Constitution.
I should have been clearer in my reasoning but I didn’t want to spend a bunch of time on it in the video. The real reason for my Position on Benchmade Is that one of the things that came out of that situation was the discoveries at the owners of Benchmade are major contributors two liberal democratic politicians. So my shorts are not in a twist but neither is my wallet
@@SurvivalOnPurpose The main beauty of America is that everyone is allowed to support the position of their choice and that we all respect that right.
When I look at a product my interest is will it do the job I need it to do, is it a quality made product, and can I afford it. The politics of the manufacturer’s owner or management never factor into my purchasing decision as long as they are not supporting immoral or illegal activities.
Benchmade is located in a very liberal state it is not surprising they support some liberal causes.
Having said that, I fully support your right not to purchase Benchmade products. This mutual respect is what makes our country great.
You seem to like wicked sharp knives and knives that are ackward to close.
Have you counted your fingers lately? LOL!
Good choices, I've never liked balisong knives myself, but it was a list of your favorites, not mine. Thanks.
Rambling! Just the facts please!!
Joe Friday.
That's distressing about Benchmade. I have one of their automatics that I carry everyday. They want too much money to be crapping on their customer base. Good collection of folders.
👍👍
You really need to check out BDU speaking of anti 2a. There are several RUclips videos taking about their recent anti 2a antics. I know that I'll never do business with them. Would hate to see them bring you down.
I still have a few Benchmades but you are 100% correct on Benchmade’s misguided management! This is America and Benchmade has shown themselves to be in the wrong side of the 2nd. Great video!
If those firearms were used in a crime and shot or killed someone, they get destroyed. I used to go to the state police action in Connecticut and bought several confiscated firearms, none were used to take a life..just saying
Enjoyed the video. However, it is strange that you hack on Benchmade but accept a sponsorship from Big Daddy. Sir, I suggest you look into BDU just a bit. They have supported gun buybacks and have shown not to be as big of a supporter of 2A as they would like you to think. Other than that, keep up the good work!
I have looked into that issue with BDU. I wouldn’t say they “supported” a (as in one) gun buyback as much as made a really stupid decision to try to somehow possibly get some positive publicity for a pro gun business (my take on it, not theirs). But, as I have said in other comments (and should have said in the video), my issue with Benchmade is more with the discovery that the owners are huge political supporters of liberal Democrats. I know that is not the case for the owners of Big Daddy Unlimited. And that makes all the difference to me. I’m sorry if you like Benchmade. As I said, I think they make excellent knives. I just choose not to support them. But hey, I did include one in this video.
Good to see you sir! Follower since you and the boys went down to your high tech testing lol
Benchmade... meh
God bless you and the family
A company's politics shouldn't have anything to do with how "good" a product is, now the choice to actually buy it does I guess lol but still doesn't change the fact of its value.
Of course not. Did I give you the impression that was what I was saying?
@@SurvivalOnPurpose oh no, I was just saying in general lol
Why would that bushman be one of your all time favorites? I have heard nothing but negative about that thing, and it looked like you were struggling and getting hurt, just trying to close the silly thing!
Because I like it. It is robust and strong. Like me ;-)
Crock sticks
Well it’s not the knifes fault
The guns were under court order to be destroyed. Benchmade’s stance has and always will be to support police officers and that’s all they were doing.
That was not what really influenced my decision. It was learning that the owners are apparently big supporters of liberal democrat politicians. So I choose not to indirectly support those same politicians whose platform I vehemently disagree with.
Nice, my main problem with Benchmade has been the same thing for years and Spyderco comes in a close second.
WAY, WAY, WAY, WAY overpriced:) HA!
Pocket Bushman is the bomb!
It’s the only folding knife I will carry. I put a diamond knot on a short lanyard and it’s really easy to close.
I bought a Spyderco Mariner in 1994. Got one of the last ones with the stainless steel handle. Used it so much, it isn’t serrated any more. I would buy another one if they’d make it with the ss handle again.
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" The Buck 110 is a great knife, but wayyyyy too heavy (7.32 oz)The Buck 110 Hunter LT is essentially the same blade, but with super lightweight poly handle , great pocket clip , and is about half as thick , at 3.2oz. Additionally, the 110 is $100.00 and the LT is around $30.00, delivered. Carried the original 110 for years as a Police Officer, but realized I could carry 28 extra 9mm rounds for the same weight. "
Breaking down a pallet with a knife! What a bozo. You can by cheap pry bars at harbor freight all day. The dude probably drives screws with a hammer.
Bryan, tell the REST of the Benchmade story. Destroying guns caught the initial attention, but Benchmade swore it was court ordered and they only helped the cops do what a court had ordered. But some of the guntubers attracted by this fuss started digging, and the REAL story was how many anti-gun politicians received substantial donations from Benchmade. Thet 940 may be a great knife, but I’ll stick with the Al Mar SERE2000 I’ve carried more most of two decades.