KnifeCenter FAQ #38: Strength Vs Edge Retention + Sharpening Tantos, New York City Knife Laws, More!

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David is not a lawyer, but it won’t stop us discussing NYC knife laws. Plus, we cover the distinction between blade strength and edge retention, how to sharpen a tanto blade, cut-resistant gloves, and the best blade for opening your emails. And we may have accidentally showcased a lot of ZT Knives...
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0:00 Intro
0:45 Blade Strength Vs Edge Retention, Adamas VS ZT0308
3:31 EDC Folding Paring Knife
7:48 How to Sharpen a Tanto Blade
10:35 Cut-Resistant Gloves
13:38 Non-Lawyer Explains NYC Knife Laws
18:00 Double Detent Folders in Wood or Micarta
22:03 The Pocket Knife for Every Occasion
23:06 If a Tesla Car was a Knife
23:39 Where to Find Better Knives Under $50
24:11 Best First Frame Lock for Hard Use for Less Than a Hinderer
24:55 Gentleman’s Carry for Hard Work
25:53 Best Knife for Letter Opening
26:33 Best Knife for Opening Emails
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@neotim5 3 года назад

These videos are a vibe, I like how the camera guy is not mute too

@Dukeoftacos 3 года назад

Best "Not a lawyer...,but I am actually aware of law" answer.

@03_austindrake88 3 года назад

The Carcass Splitter was a great way to finish the video! 😂

@billvan5219 3 года назад

Yay, after some trouble with the post office my Benchmade s90v finally made it! Happy birthday to me thank you to knife Center

@jamesdereere7005 3 года назад

Hi from Belgium!!! I'm a complete knife addicted person and I really enjoy the knife center series! A huge thank you for all the great content😉

@kiwiprouddavids724 3 года назад

Hay ,what's a Belgium ,knife brand and maker ,if you don't mind me asking

@JamesGMunn 3 года назад

I was a little surprised that you didn’t mention The Opinel number 8 for the paring knife since it is basically a folding and locking paring knife.

@sithus1966 3 года назад

Also available in stainless if you don't want a patina.

@TheGunf1ghter 3 года назад

Too busy trying to sell ZT

@sithus1966 3 года назад

@@TheGunf1ghter Yea a $250 knife would not be my first choice.

@The4cp 3 года назад

I love Knife Rights. There's never really been a problem where I live but places like NYC and California I really feel sorry for them. My knife is a necessary tool for my job and for people there it really must be a pain .

@GuillotineStare 3 года назад

Can we get a dedicated video to Horizontal carry knives and their sheaths?

@yaelflores7052 3 года назад

I was about to ask about the same thing, only what knives come with scout carry from the factory

@landscapingspecialist 2 года назад

I asked this question several times. Id like to see a dedicated episode to this.

@landscapingspecialist 2 года назад

Leek opens letters like a champ. High flat grind wharncliffe 👌🏻

@stephangrobler5524 3 года назад

Thanks for answering my question DCA. much appreciated. Always feel an expanse of my knowledge after every episode.

@bosse641 3 года назад

Sure like that little Artisan Cutlery Small Archaeo. Oh my, what a fine edc.

@simplykirk7193 3 года назад

Great point about the utility of paring knives! I’m pretty sure that all of my dad’s and my retired paring knives have found an afterlife on my workbench

@TheGunf1ghter 3 года назад

Looks like they need to get rid of some ZT overstock, without going on sale.

@trautman3375 3 года назад

That's how it seemed to me too...

@edcko10 3 года назад

Kept recommending the same knives on the table 🤦‍♂️

@jjrossitee 3 года назад

Some knives it looks like ZT stands for Zero Taste.

@landscapingspecialist 2 года назад

I absolutely love my Kershaw Leek. My favorite fidget knife. Can open and close it for hrs on end.

@GOxHAM 3 года назад

Super grateful for the consistent content you guys keep putting out. Thanks for asking all the questions too knife community!!

@jeroenvoss6231 3 года назад

The Carcas Splitter works fine as a gentlemens edc as well, not to big and light carry in the pocket plus you get a nice toothpick at the other end! Thank you David and crew for this video.

@hellbxymedia5027 3 года назад

The quickest I've been here. Love these videos,great bit of therapy.

@Iamjasonallen 3 года назад

25:50 “I hope they’re not getting bored with this”….. never! You briefly touched on this….I would love to know your top three choices for folders that are great apple, orange etc. knives….Due to the sticky nature of the juices.

@Mbah_Dukun_Nyerutu 3 года назад

Hi DCA, that Svord Carcass Splitter is exactly what I need in my life, I'm tired of my baby axe edc.... time to up my game yeah? Super awesome recommendation, I'm glad I'm sticking to the video until the end....as usual. Fantastic episode!

@cliffguthrie7530 3 года назад

Enjoyed-thanks! Looking forward to your Blade show coverage!

@jolness1 3 года назад

For the fruit knife, the Spyderco Kapara is phenomenal. I use it often for my kiddo (apples, strawberries, even blueberries when he was really little without issue) , it was specifically designed for fruit/vegetable cutting.

@mattskiiau 3 года назад

Hey DCA, Not really knife related but I'd love to see your videos upgraded to 4K to show off these new knives in it's full glory!

@Warrior_Guild 3 года назад

I often use my brass handled Civivi Asticus for food prep in the kitchen, love it

@kiwiprouddavids724 3 года назад

Vitronox is a awesome option for in kitchens and one of their new folders is a cool option , vitronox pairing knives are good for more than vegetables

@kiwiprouddavids724 3 года назад

Yeah ,the new intro makes me smile every time I see it

@jolness1 3 года назад

I am a simple man, I see a knife center video with DCA, I click and immediately like it, sometimes before it even loads the video haha.

@rustyknifelover4463 3 года назад

The Sandrin Knives Torino is an excellent choice for utility knife and food prep.

@robertragar5520 3 года назад

Really enjoy these,thanks

@simplykirk7193 3 года назад

Well done Thomas!!!!

@jamesborkowski4256 3 года назад

Thanks DCA , just what I was wanting to know

@Narrmo 3 года назад

That defrag quip had me laughing for over a minute... good one I say.

@jamesharris1493 3 года назад

Thank you David

@jamesharris1493 3 года назад

Hi for our friend who wants a knife for all occasions would be stainless knife or a titanium knife. The Spyderco Smock with a titanium up grade is not bad or a pimped out Kizer. The important aspect is steel. The Valet from Benchmade.

@ericiverson721 3 года назад

😂 fantastic ending to the episode 👍👍

@chrillestefable 3 года назад

Great video!!

@jamesharris1493 3 года назад

For our friend who is going to be 21yrs old. It all depends on your type? A para 3 from Spyderco is a decent knife. If you want something more expensive a ZT or a Benchmade, especially a Benchmade cause you can customize your knife.

@kennethaucoin2272 3 года назад

I love my Bradford G Necker fixed blade as a EDC utility knife that is perfect as a pairing knife.

@jamesharris1493 3 года назад

Yes that ZT is cool. I got one in brown. Very sharppp

@kenkaufman6760 3 года назад

Zt 308 vs Adamas is a question I've been asking myself for a bit. I think I might get both. Problem solved.

@randypaine 3 года назад

As I was getting ready today, I decided to pick something lightweight and slim in the pocket from my collection since I was wearing fairly thin fabric shorts. My pick? ZT 0707.

@JohnC29 3 года назад

I chose the Benchmade Adamas over the ZT0308. I wanted both but decided I could only have one. I carry a slicer knife along with the Adamas.

@jerrybobteasdale 3 года назад

Paring knife blade in a folder: Victorinox Sentinel, one handed opening, $25-$40.

@Will-W 3 года назад

CRKT LCK same price, flipper, comes in assisted as well.

@jerrybobteasdale 3 года назад

@@Will-W Made in Taiwan, too. Which I like. I avoid Made in China as much as I can.

@Will-W 3 года назад

@@jerrybobteasdale that's fair.

@jamesharris1493 3 года назад

Hi everyone! I am from NYC. In NYC a fixed blade that does not pass four fingers is completely legal. One big no no are autos of any type. Your best bet is a medium sized knife that is not too heavy. Benchmade Griptilians, Spyderco para3's are legal,Kershaw Leek and a ZT should not b a problem as long as the blade is not passing 3.5 inches. Keep it under 4 inches.

@williammcintyre1396 3 года назад

The people from ZT love this episode.

@thatrealba 3 года назад

Being a huge fan of ZT, I just smiled my way through this episode. 😁

@wake777 3 года назад

I have a love-hate relationship with them. I like a lot of their designs, but being assisted ruins them for me. The 0450 and 0460 are too small and i cant open/ close them eAsily, and the 0452 and 0462 are too big and murdery. All there really good ones i like lile the 0470 and the 0609 are way out of my budget. Really unfortunate.

@thatrealba 3 года назад

@@wake777 even I don't like every design they have. Fortunately, we are in what I consider to be a golden age for knife design and manufacturing. So many makes and models out there.

@wake777 3 года назад

@@thatrealba we are in the best age, truly.

@Suit_and_tie_reptile_guy 3 года назад

It would be cool to have a series for knives and gear that are a bit out there like the carcass splitter!

@dalestark3343 3 года назад

May not of been, but apparently it should of been, not sure DCA said ZT enough throughout this video. Nothing against ZT, but I'm sure there are also other knives that could fill many of those Q's rolls that could also be shown in addition to/along with the ZT.

@janodewald6087 3 года назад

May I say there is a Böker Plus Urban Trapper Grand with an even longer blade, which I happen to own. That should be good to cut almost any kind of fruit and cleaning it under water and drying it in the sun is no problem because of the handle style. A true gentleman folder, also comes as a small version called petite and in a nailneck version called 42 which referres to a German knife law restricting one hand locking blades.

@stephenbarone4053 3 года назад

Hey DCA, can you discuss the different knives one can find in a kitchen and how they are used. Thanks.

@hectorn.6137 3 года назад

221b tactical has dope cut resistant gloves. Even needle proof gloves.

@Jimbonj 3 года назад

That was an amazing troll on the hand size meme!

@blueeyeswhitedragon9839 3 года назад

Regarding strength of the knife's lock...check out Johnny Juke's review of the Adamas "fail" in fairly simple outdoor use.

@jjrossitee 3 года назад

Just watched that review. Holy crap eh! Failed that easy great work On that hard use knife lol .... And no they don't talk about that kind of stuff around here

@stevenbusch9336 3 года назад

Love watching DCA questioning makers at blade show. Get em!!

@genuinelyconcerned3504 3 года назад

Hey there, love the videos. Who in your opinion makes the strongest liner locks. I prefer liner locks as they are very low maintenance and are less likely to malfunction, or get clogged up by sand or mud in extreme situations and they don't rely on small springs or multiple moving parts. Hope you have time to answer. Thanks

@michaelduke2498 3 года назад

Hi David, what are your thoughts on Spyderco’s kitchen knives? I love their folders and we need some additional pieces for the kitchen. I trust your expertise. Thanks!

@nicolagazzaniga3204 3 года назад

I love the Adamas!

@c62west 3 года назад

David C. Andersen, thanks for another great episode. EVERY TIME I discover a new-to-me small Bark River knife THEY'RE NO LONGER AVAILABLE!!! So far, their Bumblebee, PSK EDC, City Knife, and Bravo Micro. Presently, their Bravo Necker (which is a little bit larger) is vanishing from stores. Do they ONLY have a sprint run on new models or small models?! What's up with Bark River?

@woahnowjoshua 3 года назад

Hey DCA, I’m curious, if you could change the opening action/locking mechanism of any knife, which knife would it be and what would you change about it? Personally I would make the CJRB Ria a front flipper. Thanks!

@joshuawelsh9022 3 года назад

Dca ,love the look of the civivi Appalachian drifter any chance of them making the same knives with a locking blade?

@Cid_1 3 года назад

HI DCA. Would love to see you go through some Scandinavian outdoors knives. Like the Norwegian Helle knives like the Utvaer designed by Jesper Voxnaes ,Brusletto. And hard to not include some of the Marttiini knives now that they got so many nice new models like the Aapa and many more,and of course maybe include some of the classics like the 230 240 & 250. Some Järvenpää,and karesuando knives would be awesome to see also. There's also a ton of custom knife makers with amazing knives. But the ones mentioned should be available in the US.

@q3dm17 3 года назад

Love that ZT, carry most frequently, great BD treat. Pocket clip has a replacement you can look up on the web.

@Levi_Sheridan 3 года назад

Do you know what the pocket clip is called?

@matthewsbernier 3 года назад

I got detained, charged, went to court, and was fined (in addition to having my knife confiscated) for the pocket clip of my otherwise New York legal knife showing. On top of that, the criminal record kept me from working for the census, and I have to disclose it to every employer. I really appreciate you putting this info out there. It's a huge difference between NYC and basically anyplace else.

@matthewsbernier 3 года назад

Fun fact: The charge was for "brandishing a knife in the subway". About as connected to reality as the people I've known who were charged for littering for standing next to a garbage can, or charged for bike violations despite not owning a bike. The NYPD may be awful police, but they're amazing fiction writers.

@jameshealy4594 3 года назад

@@matthewsbernier That.... is unbelievably shitty mate. I loved visiting NYC but I'm glad I didn't try to carry there!

@knifecenter 3 года назад

That is terrible Matthew. Putting a black mark on people's lives for absolutely nothing to do with public safety. -DCA

@charlesdudek7713 2 года назад

@@matthewsbernier Don't forget the bonehead legislators that write and pass the laws in the first place. I can't believe NYPD enforces such stupid laws.

@tonycanniffe2360 3 года назад

Kapara great for food prep. Or an Opinel for a cheap option

@billbush1270 3 года назад

At Blade Show, could you please try to get your hands on a Boker Plus Frelon, as it looks comfortable IF the handle is long enough for a large size hand.. I am looking for a well-rounded handle on a folder, and the Frelon or the Gerber Gator folder are both quite rounded. I want something to carry car camping/hiking, no heavy woodcraft like batoning.

@mattadler4710 3 года назад

hope to see a bladeshow special featuring all the top picks!

@drewpfeif5028 3 года назад

That civivi Appalachian Drifter is a good looking knife. I really hope they make a version with a liner lock

@random_eskimo_in_the_rockies 2 года назад

To SpiroTheodorusAgnew - I have a couple of suggestions for fruit/EDC knives: 1) Bestech Muskie - 4" D2 blade with great belly, a hand-filling handle, and lots of utility for $52. 2) Kershaw Strata - 4.5" D2 blade with a bigger knife, but a great user for $65. 3) Cold Steel Large Voyager Drop Point - 4" of AUS-8, famously comfortable handle, a knife that takes a beating but delivers great functionality for $85. 4) Spyderco Resilience Lightweight Folder - 4.2" of S35VN, so top quality steel, Spyderco so it's well made and versatile, but the most cost at $108.

@matty2fatty2 3 года назад

Hey DCA love your videos. I have a Spyderco smock that I absolutely love because of the flush style flipper tab on it. What are some other knives that have that same feature? Thank you for any recommendations.

@robertc4826 3 года назад

Yet another great video Sir. I stopped purchasing CRKT knives because their clips are the weakest link. Living in NJ means that one cannot pocket carry so knives HAVE to be visible or they're considered concealed. And CRKT's clips are junk. I just wish that manufacturers consider a STRONG clip that does not need to be removed all the time and re-tweaked. Just my thoughts on it

@steventhomas5865 3 года назад

I live in a state (not USA) where all knives are illegal to carry. You can have one on you if it is needed for work and you are at work. I EDC a multi tool and folder but they have to be cheap as they can be taken at any time. The SOG products look awesome but they would have to sit in a draw as I'd never want to lose them.

@ilzephyrli 3 года назад

In terms of the ZT 0308 vs the Adamas I would go for the Adamas. The only thing the ZT would win in would be corrosion resistance and perhaps better slicing feel. ZT's 20CV has been tested to be particularly soft with mediocre edge retention. On the other hand the latest Adamas' have a pretty high hardness and actually outperform most production 20CV/M390/204P in edge retention. So you would get better toughness AND edge retention with the Adamas. I recommend checking out Outpost76 and Cedric&Ada for good real world steel performance testing.

@samuelgarcia5761 3 года назад

Hello David, greetings from Guatemala, this series its a great FAQ for all the knife fans around the world, i've been wondering for a same rockwell hardness in a knife what do prefer, better blade steel or heat treatment

@tomfaranda 3 года назад

I live outside NYC. Best bet for carrying a knife in nyc is a non locking swiss army knife. I believe you can still have trouble carrying or showing any one hand opening knife.

@J.Bradley. 3 года назад

As for question number 2, Opinel, all day.

@dingusdog8687 3 года назад

Opinel no 12. Perfect

@jacksonmcgovern5508 3 года назад

Hey David, I’m looking for THEE knife. I want drop point or clip point with a recurve. Spartan Machai looks awsome but I want guards like on the blackjack mode 7. If the Blackjack Mamba was still in production- that would be it. Anything that you can recommend for me? Also I watch your videos so often while going to sleep that my girlfriend gets sleepy when she hears knifeCenter videos ! Keep up the awsome Knife FAQ

@MikeHere 3 года назад

Thanks for the vid. I need the stork to bring me a para 3 with an axis lock.

@wake777 3 года назад

Lol I prefer the compression lock personally. My para 3 would feel cheated if i got an axis lock knife too

@jufuh1503 Год назад

Hi DCA, i just wanted to add my grain of salt regarding the protection glove. There are two main standards for that, EN 388 and ANSI/ISEA 105. They both have different ratings for abrasion, cuts, tear and perforation (1 to 4 for EN 388 and 1 to 5 for ANSI 105). 1 being a protection against superficial dommage and 4 or 5 being a protection against serious dommage (that might cause permanent dommages). You can see these specification on the website of the manufacturer and the gloves will either have a tag with this information or it will be printed on them. For exemple, simple mechanix leather gloves are providing level 4 protection against abrasion and level 1 for cuts, tearing and perforation. Of course, this is not legal advice, just my two cents. Hope that helps!

@dylanbauer5227 3 года назад

Since we have hit ZT so hard here can you touch on sharpening small recurve blades. Specifically I've been intimidated by the zt350. It seems hard to get a stone small enough to ride that edge with galling other parts, which with the black blades the 350 stick out, a lot.

@etherealicer 3 года назад

@Jim B Viper storm... Hindere design, but less than $200... sub frame lock though...

@paulmphoto 3 года назад

Hey DCA can you discuss why pocket clips are so popular? With my pocket clip I have scratched paint and lost my knife whilst pushing through brush. Not to mention they cause handle hot spots.

@ilyas859 3 года назад

Hi David, love your videos, ever thought of becoming a news caster? I got my sister hooked on the boker nori (I'd like it back 🤣) could you recommend some kitchen utility knives that would have similar cutting performance but are longer? I'm open to spending under 200. Thanks!

@virgilroberts5128 3 года назад

Y’all should get a KnifeCenter exclusive Giant Mouse Ace Biblio with orange G10 scales and a PVD coated blade and hardware.

@jamesharris1493 3 года назад

The best letter opener the CEO

@artemkanarchist 3 года назад

Let’s start a petition to make locking pins for every slip joint in existence - this would save so many fingers here in Europe as well as make a lot of cops ultimately sad because they aren’t going to be able to imprison and fine people for carrying tools they need in their daily life

@jamesR1990 3 года назад

I've got a question for you DCA. I've got a We Knife Co Peer with Bronze rubbing on the grip, and I love the MKM Flame and intend to pick one of those up as well. Is there an American made knife that you could recommend that is a similar quality with that Gentleman's/Executive style for around the same price point? Preferably a frame-lock with a thumb-stud/flipper tab. Thanks in advance.

@rogersiples3335 2 года назад

Looking for a good fixed blade knife for chopping wood, camping, and survival use. So far I like the ESEE 6. So many to choose from. Any suggestions? Thanks. Love your presentations.

@ValorantRivals 3 года назад

Well done Thomas 13:30

@Old_School69 Год назад

Just FYI crewwear retains it's edge longer than M390 in almost every real world test I've ever seen. Outpost76 doest the tests right there in the videos. It is great to say what SHOULD happen, but if it doesn't happen in reality it doesn't really matter what should happen.

@antobeo12 3 года назад

Hi DCA. I have fallen in love with Chaves knives, especially their compound grind! Unfortunately, they are too pricey for me. Any suggestions for a more affordable option?

@MegaBadboy26 3 года назад

What neck,folding, fixed blade knives would you recommend for self defense, I love the folts minimalist, however that blade is too short, I was thinking about that S.P.E.W. And or tug recon one

@hillbilly8391 3 года назад

An excellent presentation. You are to be congratulates. However, always a 'however, you said " considerably *cheaper* rather than "considerably less expensive", since both are really great knives... Have a great time at the show, about 100,000 people will be wairing for the videos. "Abrazos" from far away..

@knifecenter 3 года назад

All about context my good man. People know I'm not calling the knife cheap. Have a great one sir! -DCA

@MJ-om8nw 3 года назад

Do they really sell the carcus splitter?! I love it! Lol

@greekveteran2715 3 года назад

Blade show, YEAHHH!!!

@eddiet2729 3 года назад

Hey David. You guys don’t talk much about scissors but love to get your thoughts on a pair of scissors that can retain their sharpness with cutting braid fishing line. I do a lot of fishing with braid fishing line and they usually eat up scissors after a few trips out. Do you have any recommendations on scissors that won’t quickly get dull with braid fishing line and can be resharpened?

@jdisdetermined Год назад

I think the best letter opener would probably be a Sandrin. TC edge would last a lifetime of letter opening, blades do not get any thinner.

@nicholasspychalski9805 3 года назад

Hi DCA, I currently edc a SAK Trekker. To me the tool selection is just about perfect. Do you know if there is a model that has the one hand opening but has the addition of scissors?

@chikendrumstick 3 года назад

Hey DCA, I recently joined boyscouts and I need a good scouting knife. Either a victorinox style multitool that does NOT have a cork screw, (can’t stand those things) or a fixed blade around 3-4 inches, preferably with micarta handles and a leather sheath. Thank you.

@rafasebas97979 3 года назад

I bought my first ever benchmade mini griptilian 555 sheep’s foot and it’s by far my favorite edc. I was wondering if you could give me more info about 154 cm steel and how it performs overall. PS I bought the mini grip used and 85.85 is even real which makes me happy. Pps I also live in Queens NY and it’s barely noticeable when I put it in my pocket

@danielwendell542 3 года назад

Howdy DCA. Recently was cutting with some force through some rope with my Spyderco Para 2, passed through the rope and into a screw while working here at the farm. I now have a divot in my blade just below the point! Is there a way to remedy this without a lot of reshaping/sharpening or grinding a new profile? It goes in about 1/4 of the width of the uncoated blade edge on my S30v blacked out spydie.