A fifth reason for a lanyard is when you carry a knife when sailing. If you drop your knife overboard without a lanyard you’ve lost it forever. I used a 3’ lanyard tied to a belt loop above my pocket. Then I could stuff the loose lanyard into my pocket when I wasn’t using the knife.
@@mylesgalos6465 I've given away dozens of those over the years (the AUS-8 with thumb-hole). "You don't have a knife? Oh, you must.. here!" Terrific knife, solid build, great lock, and I find AUS-8 a very under-valued steel.
I come from the land of ice & snow...and if one drops their knife while working outside with snow being anywhere from 1 to 3 feet deep...you can say good bye to your knife, but the lanyard will act like a kite tail and assist in retrieving that knife from deep snow.
i love you for preaching that real talk.. people who hate on lanyards have clearly never used smaller blades in action… whatever the task, that extra finger grip without sacrificing pocket real estate in a magic formula.
As always a fantastic show. I legitimately enjoy watching these Knife FAQ's more than anything else all week. Thanks for the great content. And to be clear I'm a repeat customer and will remain one thanks to this RU-vid channel. I've picked up a Lionsteel ROK and Spyderco Chaparral from you guys and have a LONG wish list to slowly work through
If SOG wants the knife community to pronounce their name “S, OH, GEE” then they should spell it S.O.G. If they want us to pronouncer it like “Sog” then they should continue to spell it SOG. That is all.
David, I've been watching and enjoying your knife show for a while now, but I have to say: The fact that you are possibly the only American I've even encountered who pronounces "croissant" correctly has just made me a super-fan. Only half joking. Keep up the excellent work!
We are going through a lot and your videos lately have been the only thing tgat relieve me of thinking about the stresses of life. Wish I personally knew people that had your light heartedness
@@LK-gw6to yeah I agree. We door dash and uber eats from the time we get up til about 2 in the morning. I'd do it even longer if it would stay busy and let me but restraints eventually close. It helps stay distracted but it's exhausting after a while but tgats life. Nothing is forever though
Hi David, My first question was answered brilliantly, so here I go again! Hope you can help me out with another one similar to my 1st question: I'm looking for a folding knife, with the following features: 1) Flipper (that becomes a "guard") 2) Axis or Similar Cross-Bar Lock (**MUST** be bank-vault, bomb-proof strong) 3) Thumb Hole, either oval or round, doesn't matter, but **MUST** have it... 4) About 3" or more Blade Length 5) Pointy, not Wharncliffe, but needs some belly. 6) Optional, but would be game-winning: Full Flat Grind, finger choil, assist or bearings in the pivot and Deep Carry Pocket Clip 7) See if you can recommend me a budget and a premium version each. Thanks so much!
I bought the [non-mini] presidio before they changed the handle material. Previously, it was a bit too big/heavy for my liking, but that CF Elite is good stuff. Love the feel on my folding SOCP and am considering buying another large presidio if I can get it with CFElite handles.
Our of curiosity, and no shade intended, but why do you want a high end assisted knife? Ken Onion made the assisted knife to allow a good flipping action in budgets knives 25 years ago. At your price point you can get a seriously high end flipper, with an amazing action all over the place. In my mind an assisted action would just make that knife more difficult to look after. Is there a reason you want one that I'm just not seeing?
@@tidge879 not speaking for him, but a friend of mine prefers assisted action in his knives. I asked the same question you did and his reasoning is he works in landscaping and what not so he prefers it to always deploy with that snappy action. You won't notice the dirt and grime as much and it's a more reliable way of deployment because as long as the spring is intact, it requires very little effort. Which is why he enjoys flippers more as well. I don't get it, i prefer manual thumbstuds, but he's got a valid reason
Great series. One of the few reasons I bother with censorious YT anymore. I'm really enjoying the guess my pick portion of the Q & A. Here's one for you two: If you lived in an area with no blade size restrictions and were to spend upwards of around $200 on a Spyderco folder for your only work knife (pallet straps, heavy cardboard, zip ties) which one would you pick up and why?
@knifecenter I'm thrilled to see that your channel is growing so fast. I remember when you were trying to tip 100k around the beginning of the new year. Awesome company and great content. Very well deserved!
Hey DCA and Seth, I like the idea of the "guess my pick" style game that you two have had on the last few videos. On that note, if you guys had $65 to buy your only fixed blade EDC, what would you choose? (I would choose a Böker Ylvi)
Another lanyard use. Paracord snake knot lanyard with a loop at the end, allows the knife to be hung. hf magnetic hooks on the side of a filing cabinet/refrigerator.
DCA on many of my fixed blades I put bright florescent paracord so if I drop my knife in the woods or snow, it is easier to see. I do this on fire steel too. This was recommended by Mors Kochanski
Here in the land down under we have some tough-ass wood and knife rebound (even with sharp knives) is a real risk. I can only strongly recommend using a lanyard to assist with control and retention of any knife used for chopping or similar tasks - even more so if you are working around other people. DCA thanks for the vid.
Another good slicer for larger hands is the Hogue Deka! Based on where David’s hand land, mine are a bit larger in size, and this one fits in my hand perfect. Also light weight, and a better version of the cross bar lock! Another great video. S.O.G does sound cooler than sog lol 😆
Everytime I see a Presidio 2 all I can think is dam someone could have that but they purchased a Bugout 😂. Yes the large is unwieldy in the pocket but it is totally worth it to see peoples reaction when you pull it out👍👍
As far as lanyards go I actually use a lanyard on a few folders in lou of a pocket clip. I set the lanyard to where it's very flexible where it goes over the hem of my pocket with blank spot of 1 or 2 inches with no knots. I then add some more length and put a bead with some weight to it on the end of the lanyard so it lays down really well. This set up allows the lanyard to act like a pocket clip which keeps the knife upright and in place in my pocket. Works best with larger folders with longer handles. They seem to stay upright better. I carry my Spyderco Military in this way so I don't have to feel the pocket clip rubbing my hand during use and just to do something a little different and experiment with different ways to carry. Makes it easier to spydie flick with no clip also.
I am a big fan of the “mini” versions of knives that are available (E.g. Benchmade 945, Mini Bugout, and Rat Model 2). What are other knife models that should get smaller versions?
Great job DCA. I have really gotten hooked on these presentations and have come to appreciate the value of a quality pocket knife. Can you please do a segment on some chef knives? Maybe budget, mid, and high cost examples?
SOG. I have been pronouncing this as one word for 50+ years. I spent a very little time in the MAC-V SOG Outpost in '70. (Military Assistance Command-Vietnam, Special Operations Group) just FYI. Enjoy your videos, DCA!
My favorite knife at $50 or less is the Civivi Baklash. The black G10 handle/anodized blue liner with black blade version is only $42 and is such a beautiful looking, very tough and very useful knife.
Idk why people hate on lanyards so much. I find them super useful on knives with deep carry clips. Way easier to pull it from my pocket. On fixed blades I put my wrist through a larger loop. In case you quickly need to let go of the handle and grab something else. I like using them.
I would have chosen the Buck 112 Select as my lifetime under $50 knife. Legal almost everywhere especially with that slow steady open. Light. Lifetime warranty, and mail in SPA treatment for $6. No fun or glitz at all, but a keeper.
Lanyards can also be pocket jewelry. A milled titanium lanyard bead adds some pop to the old edc. I may take it a little too far, but I love my lanyards
Lanyard holes definitely affect the ergos of a knife! If not directly indirectly by dictating where the pocket clip can go. This question was probably influenced by the PM2 and PM3 both suffer from hot spots and clip placement issues that most modern enthusiast would prefer not to deal with.
For the lanyard it's also for tying a rope or parachute string to completely put over your wrist for self defense reasons so the knife won't slip out of your hands like combat aside from chores
Hi DCA, I really enjoy this format and the knowledge you provided. I never knew 154CM was similar to 440C. To that end, I would like to know more about the benefits of the common / popular metals and what metals are similar to others. It would help deciding what metal works for certain tasks, etc.
@@acid6urns I have two Benchmades in 154. Been carrying 1 on duty for over 25 years. I want to get a fixed blade flat grind for an edc but damn these prices. I'm just not going to spend that.
George C. Just curious about the phenolic handle on the Buck 119 special. When I was in the bush in Viet Nam in 1969 a couple of guys in my platoon carried this knife and I was amazed how well the handle stood up to the climate there. My Kabar handle got funky with all the humidity.
FAQ Question... What is a good backpacking knife. First it should be lightweight. It is NOT a survival knife. You have an entire backpack full of survival gear. Its main use would be opening food packs or slicking cheese/salami. You might make a feather stick or carve a quick tent peg. It should be able to strike a fire steel since that's my backup fire source. Some decent choices and maybe a multitool choice as a bonus? Extra points for being a bright color.
I second this question! :D general purposes/best uses for different blade shapes for folding and fixed blade knives! :D And what is meant by "tactical" knife? I think of "military use" or "self defense" or "knife fight".. but is there more to it than that? Thanks! :D
Me and my kids absolutely love your videos. My youngest loves the Kershaw drivetrain, and I carry a Kershaw leek most days as I work in an office. I was wondering if there's anything similar to the drivetrain that is a little more elegant? He likes the glass breaker and seat belt cutter though as he's terrified of being trapped in a car. Thanks!
The first couple of examples are fobs. A lanyard is long enough to wrap around your hand or wrist. I learned to love lanyards working on boats, where drops are often permanent. I tie a small monkey's fist on the end of a six-inch piece of cord. I pull the knife by pinching the cord between my index and middle fingers, with the monkey's fist behind my fingers. As I pull the cord lays inside my middle and ring fingers, then wraps around the outside of my pinky. The knife swings around my pinky by the cord, right into my palm. If I drop it, it will swing right back into my hand. Maybe I need to make a video.
I'm sure I'm not the only person who became a big fan of Jesper Voxnaes after picking up the CRKT Pilar III this year. He seems to be a very prolific designer, so I'm curious - which of the many Voxnaes knives would you say is a logical step up from the Pilar? Basically, similar form factor but better materials. Thanks for all that you do.
Machining smaller parts actually takes longer and is more delicate with more waste because of their delicate nature. The handle materials may have started at the same bar stock but require more cuts and a more expensive machine to machine it.
Can you please show the spine and give more details on the thickness for future knives. I find not enough knives display how thick the steel is, and that makes a big difference for those deciding on a knife to fit their task needs.
Hey D.C.A, I was thinking of adding a fixed blade to my collection but i want it to be able to be scout carried. I’m a conservation biologist so it would need be outdoor utility oriented. Iv been looking but i can’t find any options that speak to me. One caveat it cant be made in China, anywhere else is fine. Love the content and love the addition of Seth, hands down my favorite RU-vid channel. Keep up the great work!
I GOTTA SAY… THANX for such an informative explanation, I ended opting for the full size for best fit in my hands, but hey @ least you made sense of it for me for future reference since it’s certainly not the last time I’ll wonder that LOL…. Btw thought package would have AT LEAST had 1 sticker in it :(….. next time ;)
Hey David, I’ve spent most of my life camping but only in the last year I’ve put more focus on bushcraft skills. I currently use an Esse 5 for batoning and chopping, a Mora companion for smaller carving and a Rat 1 for food prep. Please help me find one knife to rule them all!
Mr DCA, love this series! Just wondering what are some of your favorite bushcraft knives? Feel free to include your own amazing Nordsmith stuff. Maybe a budget, middle of the road and high end. Thanks!
For the $50 knives, I'd add one more brand: Bestech. My favorite is the Eye of Ra, it's one of my regular rotation EDC knives. However, there are lots of good choices: Warwolf, Arctic, Beluga, Bobcat, Grampus, Lion, Komodo, and Muskie. Civivi has the Praxis, Baklash, Badlands Vagabond, Elementum C907, but I'd have to say the Brazen would be my first choice because the 14C28N steel is head and shoulders above most other steels. It's a non-super steel that holds its own (and sometimes exceeds) against super steels.
14C28N is great stuff - I love it - but when holding the Brazen and Badlands Vagabond in hand side by side... the BV just feels so much more alive to me. Made it no contest. -DCA
Was that a young Ned Flanders next you DCA?? Really liked what you two were gonna guess about which knives you would pick under $50! I love the Civivi Riffle and the Sitivien ST302 under $50.
Why not do a reel on cut co knives? Good steel ,mostly kitchen related for sure but handle is a charm. The steel stays sharp . I use the steak knife for a filled knife. Cuts anything and is serrated too. No sheath , A little leather and presto changeo . Very spendy but better than any Gerber with lifetime replacement!
Why does no one use a lanyard properly? The loop goes over the handle to the front of the handle with the loop on the top side. You reach through the loop and when you grab the handle, your thumb tightens it against your wrist. It's not for retention, although it works great at that. It increases the leverage you can exert.
Hello DCA - the eighties movie director is back! What are the advantages to knife handle asymmetry? Reduction in price? I can't stand a knife handle with a g10 side and steel side, for example. I won't even consider a purchasing a knife with handle asymmetry. It takes away from the aesthetic of the knife, the feel, and it makes it more uncomfortable when holding. Thanks, great job to all at KC!
Hey David, what would be your personal wierd but useful blade shape/design. I think it would be cool if a push dagger had a blade with half serratetons and the other had a pain edge.
hey DCA, im after a modern traditional folder with a roundish tip? ie as little pointy as possible. needs pocket clip and some fidget factor. Also a fixed blade for 90 percent food prep and 10 percent camp uses. budget is loose but everything here in Australia costs near double! Thanks
1) victorinox 91mm or the 85mm (wenger delemont), which would you prefer ? 2) is there any Victorinox 85mm (medium knives) or the large pocket knives come with both big and small blades?
I really wanted to like the SOG Aegis AT as a folding outdoor knife. It's orange (easy to spot if you drop it) the blade coating is nice, I like assisted knives, I wanted something with a safety for an assisted knife for EDC, and it's inexpensive. But the Aegis AT is incredibly difficult to open. I don't have weak hands at all, but while the rest of my assisted knives require just a bit of pressure to get past the point where the spring open, the Aegis requires so much pressure that I can't do it with the stud. I need to pinch the blade with my index and thumb to get enough leverage to open it. Hilariously, this renders the safety completely redundant. If you can barely open it when you're trying, there's no chance of an accidental opening. Really wish, for this particular knife, I'd gone with a non-assisted flipper variant.
Great set of topics today! So playing off of the $50 EDC question, if money were no object, what would be yours and Seth's ultimate knife to own, carry, and use?
I'd pick the Civivi 14C28N Brazen if I had to pick 1 knife under $50. The thing is a workhorse and built so well. Tough to beat the quality of the Brazen for the price.
Hello DCA. I love the Condor mini Duku (Mr flowers nailed it). First, do you consider it a small machete or a big knife? What makes the difference and second, do you have other examples in this category (can chop, can slice and is quite all around for fire making around camp)
As for small vs. big knife. There are also sales number. I imagine that the D-Rocket micro is probably not selling the same quantity as the larger one.
My personal favorite knife and my current edc is the case slimline. Any recommendations for a knife that has a similar size and feel but with a back lock?
Hey DCA, I am new to the knife collecting game. Can you please help me to understand why everything seems out of stock? Is it always like this? Or are things just feeling the impact of the pandemic? Really confusing to me on which knives are going to be restocked and when. And which knives are never going to produced again. Thanks for the great videos!
Hey DCA, my EDC was a Gerber Torch, and I especially loved the grip on it, but the blade felt cheap and the mechanics wore out fast. Any suggestions under $250?
