My Amazon page! The gear I use here on the channel! - www.amazon.com/shop/metalcomplex Metal Complex's recommended knife/gear retailers! - beacons.ai/metalcomplex Thanks so much for watching! You can support my channel on Patreon here - www.patreon.com/metalcomplex MC stickers! - www.redbubble.com/people/metal-complex/shop?asc=u
The Demko Shark Cub Aluminium has been one of my most favorite knives over the last few weeks, for me it is the best design of all Demko pocket knives.
Embrace the perfection that is SPY27. Had a native 5 in it… loved it and bought a Manix 2 in it… and I just got a UKPK in it a couple days ago. Such a wonderful user and a joy to sharpen.
Picked up a Shaman this year. Looks like the KnifeCenter exclusive S90V model is not only out of stock (again), but is discontinued-at least that’s what their site says. Glad I got one, love it so far. Super psyched to hear the Excaliburs are starting to ship out! I’ve been refreshing my order status daily… I also have a Compadre, along with timascus backspacers and pocket clips both for it, and my Padre, on the way.
Congratulations on your collaboration with Kunwu. That's a nice looking knife. I was expecting the first Metal Complex model to be closer to a Midgard Messer.
@@parkewalton i was thinking about retiring using the "Poopy Pablo" references in the Metal Underscore Complex comments section...or should i always keep referring to the LEGEND of Poopy Pablo?
AD20.5 has dominated my pocket this year. Fabulous piece. So much so I’m making a piecemeal custom from other makers parts on the AD20.5 frame. That being said, I freaking need a shaman.
i really enjoy the form factor of the shark cub but for some reason the shark cub feels like it takes 3/4ths more strength to pull the lock bar down compared to the 20.5
I can’t be the only one thinking contoured micarta would take Demko shark locks to the next level. I’ve used my 20.5 as my back up outdoor knife. I’ve had the 3v version and now I have a 20cv version. Both handle batoning very well on about 3/4 the blade length thickness branches. The factory scales aren’t very comfortable for use for any length of time but the OG fat scales do help. I can’t wait to try the Shark Cub, it looks like it has a much more comfortable handle.
There's no way I thought the Neurohaptic would be on this list, I thought I was the only one who just loved this knife. I picked up the green one with blacked out blade the day it came out. I was wondering worried about the button lock on a knife this large, but mine works perfect.
My spy 27 shaman came from the factory really tight. I can still flick it open, but I think it takes too much effort to close, compared to all my other compression locks.
I carried the same vosteed top liner lock knife with Christmas scales since the first of December. It’s a great knife but damn Its sure nice to pocket something different!
I actually really like that Civivi from the beginning of the video. Outside of the different Banter variants, Civivi knives don't usually get my attention.
I know you plan on doing a 2-piece Excalibur. I'd love to see a mini version at either 7.00" or 7.5" overall as well. I know I personally would love that. The forward choil and overall profile would really work as a smaller knife. I would most definitely buy it.
If you ever seen the Civivi Sentinel Strike 2 (personally own one) he could always implement a ‘faux’ integral, where part of the spine is G10/polymer making for a near solid backing and maybe even a aluminum handle to really drive the price down. Since he does plan to stick with Kunwu, can expect it to be $200+ still as he’s mentioned regarding cheaper versions. I’m excited regardless to see what he does
I don't blame you for your knife being your number one. After all you designed it for you. I hope to pick up an Excaliber. Probably have to get one on the secondary though unfortunately. Anyway great video, I really enjoyed it. 👍🔥🔥🔥🤘
I hope more companies will do a full back spacer in lieu of either none, or a tiny one in the back. I think it could give the illusion and satisfaction of an integral without the cost. I don't like seeing nice looking titanium scales and then flipping it over to see right through. It feels cheap and I'm sure it could be done without raising the price exponentially. Could someone get on that for me? Thanks!😊
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 in CruWear or cpmS30V my but it is a matter of individual preference as it doesn't work well as a screwdriver or pry bar but for $2 you can get a screwdriver.
I have absolutely adored by Demko Shark Cub stealth. It is absolutely perfect for me. The only thing is a rattle coming from the stop pin up top. It really drives me nuts. I have got it to stop temporarily by moving the pins around. But it keeps coming back. Might have to send it in. Anyone else getting a rattle from their stealth cub?
@ “slept on” as in I’ve seen multiple comments on videos and posts of people saying they regret second guessing and not buying it. It sold so fast cause I guarantee they didn’t make over 100 of them. Glad I didn’t second guess it myself.
@@dylana.601 well if they didn’t make over 100 I would say it wasn’t slept on as much as it was just made for people like you, and anyone who had even tertiary interest (like myself) had no shot at all. There’s prob a lot more people that wanted it badly like yourself and still couldn’t get one
Of course. That’s the way capitalism works. China will manufacture a higher quality product at a lower cost. Are you some sort of tariff luving socialist?
Paying that much money and getting a "wonky" bevel in a super steel.🤮 Not everyone can easily fix that especially in a super steel. Also why are we expecting that just about every company's warranty is void if you disassemble it (these aren't electronics or complex machines) which is required to properly deep clean the knife pivot?!?!?!😢 I do want a shaman tho that blue looks beautiful.
It's a real bummer that Shark Cub only comes in AUS10a (🤮) or 20CV (also 🤮). I like the design and size but those are just bad and worse steel choices for a pocket knife.
I disagree completely. Aus10a is a basic steel but far from "bad". 20CV has a proven and time tested track record of being a very good general pocket knife steel. Objectively good. Not my favorite but factually a great steel for most people
@zeromalice9981 they have been on sale for a reasonable price now in my opinion. I have the ad20.5 and it's horrible to fidget for me but that doesn't make it a bad knife
@metal_complex can you help me find one of the Demko i cant find one and i really want one your own knife also looks cool but looks more like a collecters item but cool knife!
![Noob To Max With DRAGON REWORK In Blox Fruits [FULL MOVIE]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/LnBMOinoOvA/mqdefault.jpg)
My Amazon page! The gear I use here on the channel! - www.amazon.com/shop/metalcomplex
Metal Complex's recommended knife/gear retailers! - beacons.ai/metalcomplex
Thanks so much for watching! You can support my channel on Patreon here - www.patreon.com/metalcomplex
MC stickers! - www.redbubble.com/people/metal-complex/shop?asc=u
The Shaman will Never get old
Wait till the Bodacious 2 😂
The Demko Shark Cub Aluminium has been one of my most favorite knives over the last few weeks, for me it is the best design of all Demko pocket knives.
I'm surprised more people haven't gone after the titanium handle Shark Cub from DLT Trading they were just on sale for $140.
@@zeromalice9981I like that the aluminum is lighter. I have the stealth one and it’s my go to
@@zeromalice9981 eff me, $140? I paid full price for the shark foot version but either way it's a great knife
Agreed just picked up a stealth shark cub!
@ I wish it wasn’t true, but it’s my most carried knife… makes me regret spending all my money on all those expensive knives
i once saw excalibur cut clean through an aluminum can. legendary knife.
Embrace the perfection that is SPY27.
Had a native 5 in it… loved it and bought a Manix 2 in it… and I just got a UKPK in it a couple days ago. Such a wonderful user and a joy to sharpen.
MC, congrats on your first design, You have chosen a great manufacturer Best of look with the project.
my top 5 carried this year
1.Chaves Liberation
2.Demko AD20s Dynamics group knife
3.Winterblade Severn
4.CKF Blava
5.WE Trogon
You are exceptional with your reviewing style. The only channel I can watch more than 10 seconds of. The best at what you do. Keep it up 💪🏼
Nice selection of knives. After customizing a 20.5, it is what I carry the most. Titanium scales, titanium pocket clip, Skiff bearings.
Picked up a Shaman this year. Looks like the KnifeCenter exclusive S90V model is not only out of stock (again), but is discontinued-at least that’s what their site says. Glad I got one, love it so far.
Super psyched to hear the Excaliburs are starting to ship out! I’ve been refreshing my order status daily…
I also have a Compadre, along with timascus backspacers and pocket clips both for it, and my Padre, on the way.
Really wanted to love the shark cub, went through 3 aluminum versions and all had up and down blade play.
Congratulations on your collaboration with Kunwu. That's a nice looking knife. I was expecting the first Metal Complex model to be closer to a Midgard Messer.
Great list MC. All bangers. Love your design and kunwu too
2024 was NOT a Poopy Pablo year for the Metal Underscore Complex community...💥
💩!!
😂
😂. Poopy Pablo will live in infamy apparently. I don’t join too many live feeds, but was definitely there for that one.
@@parkewalton i was thinking about retiring using the "Poopy Pablo" references in the Metal Underscore Complex comments section...or should i always keep referring to the LEGEND of Poopy Pablo?
@@EtotheFnD The legend of “Poopy Pablo” has a good ring to it 😂
AD20.5 has dominated my pocket this year. Fabulous piece. So much so I’m making a piecemeal custom from other makers parts on the AD20.5 frame. That being said, I freaking need a shaman.
#1 is the Outdoor Edge Sidewinder.
the fact that you didnt pull the tape off the blade of the silver knife is hurting me
i really enjoy the form factor of the shark cub but for some reason the shark cub feels like it takes 3/4ths more strength to pull the lock bar down compared to the 20.5
I wish Spyderco would make a lefty Shaman, particularly with a premium steel. Maybe a sprint run.
I can’t be the only one thinking contoured micarta would take Demko shark locks to the next level. I’ve used my 20.5 as my back up outdoor knife. I’ve had the 3v version and now I have a 20cv version. Both handle batoning very well on about 3/4 the blade length thickness branches. The factory scales aren’t very comfortable for use for any length of time but the OG fat scales do help. I can’t wait to try the Shark Cub, it looks like it has a much more comfortable handle.
If anyone knows where I can find some contoured micarta scales I’d really appreciate it.
Can't go wrong with any of them I love Demko knives you will never have to worry about something going wrong thanks for sharing
There's no way I thought the Neurohaptic would be on this list, I thought I was the only one who just loved this knife. I picked up the green one with blacked out blade the day it came out. I was wondering worried about the button lock on a knife this large, but mine works perfect.
My spy 27 shaman came from the factory really tight. I can still flick it open, but I think it takes too much effort to close, compared to all my other compression locks.
so loosen it lol. just loosened mine, it came in super tight too
@@forestsimon9326 considering if I want to change the scales.
Happy new year
I carried the same vosteed top liner lock knife with Christmas scales since the first of December. It’s a great knife but damn Its sure nice to pocket something different!
Ordered my Excalibur! On the non-integral version bring back the front flipper!
I actually really like that Civivi from the beginning of the video. Outside of the different Banter variants, Civivi knives don't usually get my attention.
My demko ad20s has been my most carried this year but next year will be the shark nano and ad20s
I know you plan on doing a 2-piece Excalibur. I'd love to see a mini version at either 7.00" or 7.5" overall as well. I know I personally would love that. The forward choil and overall profile would really work as a smaller knife. I would most definitely buy it.
If you ever seen the Civivi Sentinel Strike 2 (personally own one) he could always implement a ‘faux’ integral, where part of the spine is G10/polymer making for a near solid backing and maybe even a aluminum handle to really drive the price down. Since he does plan to stick with Kunwu, can expect it to be $200+ still as he’s mentioned regarding cheaper versions. I’m excited regardless to see what he does
My Excalibur should be here next week, can't wait to get it. DHL Express is gonna make me a happy guy just before I head back to work lol
I haven't received any information yet that the Excalibur has even been shipped.
Do you like liner lock or frame lock better? What is the reason?
It's definitely not a plug for your knife, M.C. I've done ordered the full dlc version! Can't wait to get it in my hands
Let me guess, Excalibur
How did you know?? lol
I love my cobalt Shaman, such a good looking knife! I've modded mine with a tiger flame clip and galaxy blue compression button🤘
I don't blame you for your knife being your number one. After all you designed it for you. I hope to pick up an Excaliber. Probably have to get one on the secondary though unfortunately. Anyway great video, I really enjoyed it. 👍🔥🔥🔥🤘
Kunwu ❤ best
I hope more companies will do a full back spacer in lieu of either none, or a tiny one in the back. I think it could give the illusion and satisfaction of an integral without the cost. I don't like seeing nice looking titanium scales and then flipping it over to see right through. It feels cheap and I'm sure it could be done without raising the price exponentially. Could someone get on that for me? Thanks!😊
Thanks
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 in CruWear or cpmS30V my but it is a matter of individual preference as it doesn't work well as a screwdriver or pry bar but for $2 you can get a screwdriver.
I have absolutely adored by Demko Shark Cub stealth. It is absolutely perfect for me. The only thing is a rattle coming from the stop pin up top. It really drives me nuts. I have got it to stop temporarily by moving the pins around. But it keeps coming back. Might have to send it in. Anyone else getting a rattle from their stealth cub?
So happy with my GP Knives Smock. It’s always a good feeling when you pick up an exclusive Spyderco that a lot of people slept on.
How was that knife slept on? It sold out in like 3 min
@ “slept on” as in I’ve seen multiple comments on videos and posts of people saying they regret second guessing and not buying it. It sold so fast cause I guarantee they didn’t make over 100 of them. Glad I didn’t second guess it myself.
@@dylana.601 well if they didn’t make over 100 I would say it wasn’t slept on as much as it was just made for people like you, and anyone who had even tertiary interest (like myself) had no shot at all. There’s prob a lot more people that wanted it badly like yourself and still couldn’t get one
Love my od green gen 3 scarab
Looking forward to a Demko Nano video 👊.
He already did one
@tyarnold4088 yeah it posted a few minutes after I made this comment.
Why was it so easy to picture you launching the knife across a driveway 😂😂😂😂
Hey! Did y’all check out the Civivi Baby Banter on Blade Hq
It’ll be a WINNER
Shaman prices have gotten out of hand but I'm still going to buy that one, so... I guess I'm part of the problem?
Can’t decide on the Excalibur, Satin, Stonewash or DLC?? Can you help me please!! Ty!!
Go DLC 😊
Full DLC is only one still available, but is the best IMHO.
Spyderco Para 3 for 10 years now
9.3 on the slap
Where my Excaliburt?
That Shaman Spy is #HAUTE! 🔥
Maybe for price point of the Shaman wonky should be unacceptable.
Just imagine that cub in shiny DLC
That is some cool knives 👍🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
Has to ship from CHYNA
That's where its made! Very good! Here's a gold star 🌟
Of course.
That’s the way capitalism works.
China will manufacture a higher quality product at a lower cost.
Are you some sort of tariff luving socialist?
I only have 2 edc knives. Both Civivi
Better than most. They make great knives
I really like Spyderco they’re my favorite brand, don’t understand the hype around the shaman though
1. Milwaukee fastback (work related)
2. Spiderco Sage 5
3. leatherman arc (magna cut blade/work used)
4. Montana knife fixed blade - Speedgoat Ultra (keep in jacket as self-defense)
5. Civivi vision fg
Hey, I appreciate the transparency at #1 😂. What steel for the sage?
@@parkewalton S30v
Hiii MC!!!
$270 and the guy grinding the Shaman that day was drunk
Nice job "clickbaiting" me with a Shayman! LMAO 😢😅
Shammin
Re: shaman pronunciation - for $270 you can say it however you want
💯
Sound it out with me MC, Shaa-mun.
LynchNW !
What knife did you keister most this year? 🍑
Paying that much money and getting a "wonky" bevel in a super steel.🤮 Not everyone can easily fix that especially in a super steel. Also why are we expecting that just about every company's warranty is void if you disassemble it (these aren't electronics or complex machines) which is required to properly deep clean the knife pivot?!?!?!😢
I do want a shaman tho that blue looks beautiful.
Sideways logo throw. 3/10
Predictable AF
OMG, so much empty! ;-)
It's a real bummer that Shark Cub only comes in AUS10a (🤮) or 20CV (also 🤮). I like the design and size but those are just bad and worse steel choices for a pocket knife.
I disagree completely. Aus10a is a basic steel but far from "bad". 20CV has a proven and time tested track record of being a very good general pocket knife steel. Objectively good. Not my favorite but factually a great steel for most people
Like the channel, but it seems shameless to keep plugging your design as the winner. Sad.
Don't buy a Demko, overpriced and too annoying to close.
Wait for a sale, I just got a shark cub with titanium handles and 20CV for $140, and it's super easy to close?
@zeromalice9981 they have been on sale for a reasonable price now in my opinion. I have the ad20.5 and it's horrible to fidget for me but that doesn't make it a bad knife
@metal_complex can you help me find one of the Demko i cant find one and i really want one your own knife also looks cool but looks more like a collecters item but cool knife!
I thought the Severin would’ve made this list.
It did a few times many months ago. These are just my most carried of the month as I said in the beginning of the video
@@metal_complexI obviously missed that lol. I just ordered your Excalibur design in DLC.
@@metal_complexI obviously missed that lol. I just ordered your Excalibur design in DLC.
Damco was beauty but $230 🫤.. sỏ ru cản afford 🤣