If I Could Only Choose ONE Knife Whats The BEST One & Done Pocket Knife 

Wow, was not expecting the Manix. But it’s a great choice, and I am seriously gonna look at this now that you’ve brought it up as a wedding gift for my cousin.

Love my translucent blue manix 2

Great review to kick off the new year! Looking forward to all of your reviews coming up. You are the OG knife man!

Awesome vid Buddy, really enjoyed it. Thanks. 👍🔥👌

Opinel No9 Carbon, Modified with drop point, patina in camo pattern and burnt black handle. Best slicer and one of the most beautiful knives I've ever owned!

I have broken the plastic ball cage on my manix 2. It took about 4yrs of playing with it. Replaced it with a copper ball cage. Replaced the ball bearing with a ceramic one. Is so smooth. I have got around 10 knives in the last decade and my manix never leaves my pocket. The elementum by civivi is probably 2nd as it is light and disappears in pocket.

I was so hyped when you said the manix! I Just bought my first manix 2 days ago and I love it! Such a huge upgrade from my endura in vg10

Manix 2 is just 2 good. The 15V would probably do it for me, although I can’t wait to see how the Magnacut version performs!

I love my Manix, but my full TI Hinderer XM 18 3.5 get more pocket time than any of my more than 100 folders. I don't have hard use needs regularly, so my choice might be different depending on what I was doing. If I had to break down boxes every day I'd use a simple box knife. Easy to replace razor blades rather than dulling one of my knives. So I guess one and done is going to be different for everyone. And to me, that's a beautiful thing. Really enjoyed this video and your reasoning.

Great video. My one-and-done would be the Cold Steel Recon 1 Spearpoint in S35VN. EDC-friendly, strong, durable, safe, sexy, affordable, great ergos and practical in all situations. Checks many boxes for me. RESPECT 🙏

I've used the spring from a pen for a Manix before. The tension in that case wasn't exactly the same, but it totally worked out. The Manix was my first "favorite" knife. I guess I've kinda moved on since, but it will always have a sweet spot in my heart. And I do go back to it from time to time when I want to remember the day I realized I love this stuff.

I always love the detail you put into every video. Thanks I always go to your videos when I’m making a choice with new knives

Totally agree, the New 15v Manix is my fave

I currently work 8 minutes from my house for a overnight shift at a major grocery chain... so no get home bags aside from basic vehicle supplies in my van which include some bedding for if I needed to nap and a emergency side of the road tool kit that includes Cold Steel Trench Shovel and a folding saw. (If the end of the world arrives in the dead of night while I'm at the store I'd have no issues stocking my van with food, water, and supplies, getting extra gas across the street, and heading home.) Lol...😂 The idea of a "one and done" knife always amuses me... as if I could just choose one. I've got spare knives and EDC in my vehicle, knives with my camping supplies, knives with hurricane supplies, and the rest of my collection at the house. 😅 I'm one of those folks that always has more than one knife on him whenever he leaves the house. I'm generally carrying a "Large Folder/Small Folder" pairing and my Ti scaled Victorinox Yeoman on my person. (Not a fixed blade as its against store policy and I prefer to get paid.😂) This in addition to my EDC of a pair of flashlights (I work at night), a pocket prybar, a pen, a small pouch of medical items, a lighter, a workshop pocket sharpener (NOT A PULL THROUGH), earbuds, and some work gloves. YES I wear cargo shorts have have several pouches and organizers. I was a boyscout and like to be prepared so sue me.🤷‍♂️ If you forced me at gunpoint to pick a single knife it'd be a fixed blade from my collection, likely a Mora Garberg. (Not too large... not too small.) But realistically... I'd also have a Parang, Kukri, or Esee Libertariat as a "chopper/machete" and a smaller companion neck knife like a Mora Eldris. (Despite hours of youtube videos and being very well read on a variety of subjects I know I'm not a expert. I've always been taught to use the right tool for the job...so I'm generally willingly tool heavy.) 😤 unintended rant over. Sorry/not sorry.

I have learned so much from your video's Thank you for sharing your experiences and knowledge.

Another fantastic video thank you!

The Manix 2 LW is my first Spyderco. It’s definitely a hell of a knife, while being very light weight and easy to carry in any kind of cloths.

Lol at the 4max Scout mention. I own half the knives here and the Scout has a special place in my heart. Especially using the wrist flick

Yeaaaahhhhhhh booooy. At the beginning of this video I was thinking about mine and since I did one and done my manix 2 for about 8 years before I got into collecting other knives I had to go with that one in my head. I'm glad to see that you also had a similar idea

Definitely another banger, can't wait for the fixed blade list

Hi NK, I made my mind up for this topic for years and everytime I did this the Manix XL was under my Top 3! Thanks for showing, Cheers, Oli

I agree with you I’ve bought so many knives but the s30v manix 2 is still putting it down I wanna get a new one in a different steel tho . Also I’ve been rocking the zt0640blk and it’s a great knife and sturdy af

Thanks for the interesting video , Neeves Knives is one of my TOP "go to" channels. I have the Manix-2 Black G 10 in S30V USER on the way . I have the REC Manix-2 exclusive Ovacado but it is a safe queen and has only cut paper...once, but i have been having the itch to carry it every since i got it so i ordered the black one to scratch that itch.

Man I thought I missed a video on the fixed blades. So yes we would love to see that one. This was a mega knife off. Good run thru and final pick.

I have a manix2 lw in spy27 I absolutely love this knife I know that is different from the models you are showing but it gives me about the same feeling. For me my one and only that I do carry as my edc is the stretch 2 straight spine in k390. This knife is so comfy in hand and even better ergonomics for me than the manix2 I have thanks for sharing liked the video.

Hell yeah man. Keep growing that thing. The Neeves of DOOM!

I collect knives, I have a ton as well. I totally agree with the Manix 2 XL. It is always my carry go to. Great vid.

Great video !!

Great episode! 🎉

Neeves knives….nuff said…luv ur honest reviews cause you always point out the good and bad…I just got my first manix 2 and it’s a game changer…can’t wait for the magnacut lw version…I do love my Caribbean tho, especially after I fragged the scales and got a lynch deep carry clip…udaman👊 16:28

Thanks for this most interesting video. Truly appreciate your knowledge in the world of knives.

Great video. We are lucky to be living through a renaissance in the field of knife making. There are so many top quality knives available at reasonable prices. I am surprised that your ‘one’ EDC pocket knife would be a knife which is red loctited. The Manix is a beautiful knife, but when I chose between buying the Manix and the PM2, I chose the PM2 because a 12 year old could field strip it if needed. The Manix cannot claim that, and that was an important factor for me.

I agree 100%. Manix 2 is my favorite knife made.

I've finally found my one-and-done and I absolutely love it: The Spyderco Stretch 2 in K390! Had to work on evening out the edge a little but that was okay for me, since I took it down to a finer edge anyways. That thing feels, works and cuts like a horse and I'm sure it'll outlive me.

Definitely wanna see your fixed blade one & done video. I’m getting a Manix or Sage 5 next. Thanks!

Great breakdown!

Great list!! As your video shows - there are so many good options out there. 100% with the Manix. I have both the standard & XL - often carry them as a pair. In addition to the fact it has Spyderco quality, for me the biggest win is how versatile it is. The other thing I like about it is that although Spydercos are getting $$$ they are still affordable compared to many other knives on your list. Sharp blades all.

like this in person intro's Jared!

Just off the top I gotta say the lighting is looking so so sooo much better Jerred, and I dig the flag you put up as well. Thanks for the content guys, love your show

Very interesting, will be using this as a teaching aid for our soon to be advanced degree engineers (they love the vids as well!!). We are finishing up medical engineering concepts and implementation. What are the best scalpel shapes, in your opinion, and why? Surgeons all seem to want different shapes for different reasons.

All through your video I wanted to comment Manix lol , good choice and definitely one of my favs

A lot of solid EDC knives brother. Umnumzaan would have to be my one and done… as of today. Check back with me tomorrow it might change 😂😂

I love my Manix 2XL purchased in 2015, ....I've got a few Spyderco's including the Para 3. The Manix 2XL is a beast,...that being said use my knives pretty hard. I don't abuse them but I don't baby them for sure!!

I’m carrying my Sage 1 Maxamet and liking it. My best one and done fixed blade is my Bark River JX6 Magnacut with orange G10 handle/toxic green liners

Thanks for mentioning the skinning factor, because for a lot of us, that is important. And even though the manix blade shape is not the very best for skinning, it can totally do it with no problem. The griptillian with the sheep’s foot blade, is a little better at skinning, however, I’m with you, I rather the big coil spring over those dinky omega springs, which I personally have never broken yet, but the coil spring is obviously more substantial out of the two. And I ALWAYS carry a sharpener to the hunting property, because it doesn’t matter which knife you take, once you skin out an entire deer, or especially a wild hog, your knife requires sharpening. Good video!

Enjoyed the vid from Japan! Curious as to what your favorite fixed blade is. Just got my first one…the Esee Izula II in micarta. Over the Winkler SDII, for now.

Props to you for the USA thing. 💯 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 🇺🇸🇺🇸 Happy New Year!

I got a carbon fiber deka on the way. I’ve wanted one since they came out and I’m glad I waited.

Really liked you talking into the camera more in this one! The shots away from the table were great too. Adds a little more heart to your videos.

Thanks for sharing! I Almost bought a manix in the teal scales but the lock was way to tough. Looks like they break in over time.... Love how spyderco offers so many different steels. Don't know of another company doing that.

For me personally my one and done would probably be a Demko AD20S the slim version has better cutting geometry along with all the benefits of the shark Lock a real contender up against the Mannix 2 now that they upgraded the steel choices such as S45VN, Elmax, and 204P. The 4Max Scout would also be my choice for an apocalypse folding knife. Thing is pretty much indestructible, super easy to sharpen and the ergos are great as well. Awesome choice overall though. Thanks for the great vid Jerad and keep making sharp things fun and enjoyable

Love the Manix. My Recon1 in Elmax is on the list too.

Good choice

Manix 2 is my all time fave folding knife.

Yeah bro out of my collection the Manix2 and Kapara definitely over PM2. Sorry it's just the tip. I'd like to throw in the Super Freak and BHQ Contego even though they Omega springs. I would definitely go with my Maxace Sandstorm K. It fits most of the criteria and It's just awesome!

Ya man, nice vid. Please do a one and done fixed blade vid.

I love my fullsize griptilian, but my "one and done" folding knife is a native 5 and it's not even close for me. You are right on with cold steel. And to be completely honest, if it is an "apocalyptic" situation, I'm grabbing a native 5 and definitely fixed blade, probably a mora and a backpack hatchet if I can. I currently have some go bags setup and my hatchet would slide right in there. To be realistic, what you can accomplish with your tools will matter far more than what tools you select, so I encourage people! Get out there and use them. Build fires, shelters, stuff. And have fun!

All through the video I was thinking maybe a Cris Reeve, but fram locks are not my favorite for durability. Cold Steel would be a vreat option. But 2 of my most loved knives are the Manix 2 regular or lightweight and the Manix 2 XL!

I know how hard it is for you to pick just one knife Jerad and I am sure that this was months or years in the making. The whole video was like a glimpse into your whole thought process on what you look for, why you eliminate a knife from contention and the occasional apology to the knife or anyone who would gave picked that knife. Informative and funny. In my current collection I think I narrowed it down to 3 knives: Spyderco Kapara, Vosteed Nightshade & Civivi Praxis. Those are the 3 knives I find myself grabbing the most. The Kapara is like a substitute chef knife and most of my cutting is in the kitchen. The Civivi Praxis is my beater knife, it can handle most anything I throw at it and at $42.50 I can just buy a new one if it did critically fail. And the Nightshade is the closest thing to a folding khukuri on the market these days. Its robust and that slant on the blade angle subtly allows it to function vastly different from any other folder. I really couldn't narrow it down further than those 3. And the fixed blade has to be a khukuri. You never know what the day will bring but with a khukuri in hand you know you will be ready for anything.

For me currently, it's the Spyderco Para 3 lightweight. Granted I haven't tried nearly as many knives as you, but it is my current go-to. I need an edc under 3 inches for legal reasons. I had the Delica and thought it was perfect, but after a month or two the lockback design collected too much lint/dust. I want a flow through design on my edc. Hence the Para 3 LW. I only wish the blade were thinner like the Delica, everything else is perfect

My answer to this question is the Sebenza. If I could only have one folder, I'd keep my Sebenza 25. Very, VERY close race though. You are correct about the Manix however. My LW S110V Manix is my go-to when I want something lightweight, water resistant and practical. In practical terms it's probably the overall best folding knife ever made. For fixed blades, my answer really depends on context, but I'd probably go with the Cold Steel Leatherneck or Recon Tanto. Leatherneck is basically an improved Kabar and the Recon Tanto has been a reliable classic for decades.

I love old knives on the table and I would literally pick any of them over the one you did

Glad to know Jared concurs with my one and done choice, made that decision 11yrs ago! All about the ergos, solid lockup, and "infinite" lock life for me. Plus I live just across the mesa from Spyderco!

My old school gen 3 Hinderer xm-18 non-flipper spanto. I had pretty much over a hundered pocket knifes in just a couple of years of my knife journey. And hands down that Hinderer is the best knife that I owned

My fixed blade is Survive 5.1. When it comes to folders I sold my Benchmade 917, sold my ZT 0357, sold my Spyderco Enduro, and will be selling my ProTech TR-3 with Magnacut. My do all folder is Maserin Pitbull with M390 steel. Love it!

Yup I agree with an it sucks really bad that I recently had my fav manix XL stolen from me sucks now gonna have to do it all over again another knife another replacement ball cage an spring deep carry pocket clip an so on anyway agree with u one of the greatest

I don’t have a lot of newer knives, but of the ones I do I have, my one and done would probably be my Spyderco Salt 2. I’ve had it for years, have gotten very used to sharpening it and it’s been through a lot.

I’d personally have choosen an Umnumzaan in s45vn. Had a manix 2 and it’s a great knife. Sold it because ease of disassembly is something important for me and any spyderco are pain in the ass to disassemble. + it avoid the warranty…

My choice is the PM2...paired with my Esee 6 everything is covered & the lock on the PM2 isn't ever gunna have a problem! Those two blades and ye Olde 28 inch Fiskars axe and I'm dancing in the daisies!! 🌼🌼💪😎👍🌼🌼

Nowadays with all the options for locks that allow you to open and close a knife without your fingers being in the path of the blade, I would pretty much never go with a liner or frame lock ever again.

Great video

I agree, I had to get USA made for my one and done. I ended up getting a Manix 2. Gonna swap out the scales for Ti eventually. I did swap the the SS clip for a black factory clip. I got mine on the reddit knife swap for a good deal, never been used still had box and plastic wrap. And my previous knife was a Tenacious and I loved it so I stuck with Spyderco. Now I need a fixed blade 🤣

Yes we want to see that video. Go manix!

I'm keeping any hinderer xm. I'm not gonna argue that they are better or worse, just that those speak to me more than other knives.

On the Manix spring issue, I've heard you can salvage the spring from any click top pen, cut it down to size and make it work in the Manix. I've never tested this myself but seems plausable

I keep zoning out, just staring at that purple PM2. 😍

I have the large Manix2 s30v as my second knife my primary is a ZT 250 tiger stripe and my retired is a Cold Steel Recon1 that I carried for 10 years.

For me it'd have to be the Arno Bernard iMamba. It's a perfect EDC in my opinion. A bit pricey but as they say, "buy once, cry once..."

I do really like the Manix, I have three of them, but for some reason the clip has always been a slight hotspot because of the hump at the end of the handle, and they have never fit my hand as well as the PM2. I’d have to go with the CRK Sebenza 21 there. I have two of them, but none as nice as that snake wood inlay on yours. Thanks for the review.

One and done fixed blade video👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Informative video. Inkosi for me among the folders.

My Quiet Carry Drift has basically stopped me from buying any more knives, it’s just so slim and perfectly proportioned I love it!

Good vid bro. Similar thoughts on varga

I am actually enjoying the Benchmade bugout I just got. With the aluminum handle and the M390 blade its almost the perfect edc knife. The edge geometry needed some love but I fixed that with the worksharp pretty easy. The bade has almost no play and the centering is great. The action it pretty nice. It too expensive but it is pretty cool.

Nice breakdown

For me if it’s not going to be a extremely pricey custom I’d probably go with the spyderco para 2 the price is high but not crazy a ton of steels,handles and pocket clips to pick from very customizable fidget friendly opening and closing great slicey grind four way carry on and on a sick blade that for the most part will cost under $300. My favorite fixed blade is my BHK Battlelore easy to keep sharp tough O1 tool steel scandi ground sharp spine full tang grippy micarta handles hood strong tip leather sheath with firesteel loop made in America.

Bottom line , a spyderco or hogue , Demko, or hinderer just off the top of my head but there’s a ton of good knives out there like giant mouse , WE , Bestech ftw imho or something really expensive but well built for performance since their can be only one . I hope you are having a good summer brother .

Kapara is king! Mainly because I use it in the kitchen, 20cv and I think the CQI version has a better tolerance/pivot system over the PM2

Personally i would pick the PM2 (CruCarta if possible) i love it no springs to break blade shape is amazing grip is hands down the best of any EDC folder, great lock great action, fidgety as all hell if you're bored, Cruware is amazing, deosn't rust, break or dull easily, is a joy to sharpen compared to other steels that are of relatively similar other qualities, if i had to pick one everything folder, PM2 is definitely it, again my favorite iteration being "crucarta".

Hmmm... I might go with a Spyderco delica - Endela - Endura depending on size preference. Of course in K390

Manix 2 for the win. Totally agree

My one and done would be the flamed ti synergy 2v2 my girlfriend gave me for Christmas this year. I don't care about it being made in America since I'm Canadian I just care about quality and the synergy 2v2 is such an amazing knife with a very useful blade shape and strong frame lock. For my fixed blade I would have to go with a NR blades custom I have. (Made by a guy who lives 30 min away from my house)

Hello and thank's for your video...( i don't understanf all....but i love )...why the manix 2 and why not the shaman ...because for me is very brother blade...

You Sir, are a very wise Man! 😎 Your top two, *ARE* the top two. 💪😁💪

Also the ZT0460 is very well rounded. Mine has the clip switch.

Can you do a video on the pocket clips part of pocket knifes? I’ve carried pocket knifes for a few years now and whenever I lost one it was because the it unclipped from my pocket and fell out of my pocket with out me knowing. There has been a lot of close calls where it fell out but I either felt it fall, heard it fall or retraced steps and was lucky enough to find it.

great video

The whole time I was thinking shaman, close enough!

Wow, I just got my Manix 2XL in CPM CRUWEAR yesterday, I freaking love it. Definitely my current favorite knife.

I was about to say the Manix2 but you didnt had it on the table i got unsure, i own a few knifes and somehow the one that i always pick up in my Manix2