Don’t be afraid to get into the weeds! I rely on your videos for the good information presented and the weeds questions are often the most interesting!
@@excat i've only lost 3; 1 was stolen, one was surrendered to security because i forgot it on my keys before going into a venue and the other popped out when i jumped into the mosh pit back when i used to roadie for a metal band. Shit happens, it doesnt mean that i misuse or dont take care of my tools
The manix2lw is actually hard to operate in latex gloves. They prevent the texture to grab your skin very effective. It is my favorite folder but I can't use it at work for that reason.
That's interesting. I wonder if a couple of thin strips of skateboard tape on either side wouldn't solve the problem? Of course that might make it too rough on your pocket.
Best compromise is probably the hand-filling rubbery handles like the Gerber Gator. EKA of Sweden used to make a fair number of folding knives with rubber handles and they are real workhorses. Lock mechanism in both were lockbacks, but EKA tended to use a protruding lanyard loop to actuate the lockback which, combined with a lanyard, might make it rasier while wearing gloves and/or cold weather.
I use mine at work (auto mechanic) with latex gloves frequently. If you're talking about the ball bearing lock (and not the whole knife slipping out of your hands), there's a common misconception about this particular knife: Whereas the lock on Benchmade Axis lock knives can be the operated via pressure on only one side of the knife, the Manix isn't designed to work like that. AFAIK, Eric designed it to be operated by pulling back on the lock with the button/ball carrier pinched between two fingers, one per side. Usually thumb and index, or thumb and middle finger. I have seven Manix 2s, both Lightweight/FRN and steel liner/G-10. One is even the old-style full-fat version, with non-skeletonized liners... Heavy! Anyway, on some of mine, the lock can be operated from one side, but it's difficult to do. It doesn't feel smooth, as though that's the way it's supposed to work. Even with a lighter lock spring installed, it doesn't unlock very easily without the aforementioned pinch grip.
Just a note on 12c27 (AEBL) vs 14c28n, 14c28n was mostly an upgrade on stain resistance and then edge retention but the toughness was barely effected (14c28n was 30ftlb whereas AEB-L was 32 ftlb). Both are very tough for knife steels, D2 was 5ftlb, 1095 was 7ftlb and A2 was 10ftlb for comparison so way behind these stainless steels. This was tested by Larrin Thomas. But you are right in that the scandi grind is a frail grind and not well suited to lateral pressures on the edge.
Hey DCA! I “seasoned” my Opinel carbone with 20% vinegar for 10 minutes and after that there’s no more iron taste. Somewhen I heard that patina on carbon steel prevents te bad taste and it’s true. 🥳😎
Hey DCA I’m kinda new to the knife world and was looking for the best small edc fixed blade under $100 that can be used for edc, tactical, and kitchen do you have any recommendations? Thanks
He answered a similar question to this recently (at a higher price point though) so I doubt you'll get an answer. But he basically said that you can get 2 of the 3, but getting all three is pretty rare! What kind of blade length are you looking for?
DCA! How’s it going? I currently wear boots with 8” upper portion and was wondering what you would recommend for a boot knife? I want something that I can tuck on the inside without too much bulk but can be pulled out with ease. Any thoughts?
@@twatmunrothe ball lock definitely does not suck, it’s one of the strongest lock designs around save maybe cold steels triad lock. it also works essentially exactly like a crossbar in operation
DCA, as far as the Old Hickory you said, 'It tastes great', my Response to that is... "It's less filling!" Couldn't Resist! But yes the carbon steel blades do have a tinny tang to them. Like you stated, "like a 9V battery." Have a good day!
Lay the knife flat on the sharpening surface... Observe closley as you slowly lift the spine up keeping the cutting side of the blade on the stone.. as you lift the knife, youll see the small gap between the stone and the cutting edge getting smaller. Keep lifting untill that gap is closed... Thats the factory bevel.. the trick is locking your wrist and througout the stroke, maintaining that angle .. what helped me was coloring the edge with a sharpie marker. And when you do a stroke youll see where the stone removed ink..
Also to pineapple guy with the slippery knife problem.. If I may throw in my two cents.. see if you can get the original Benchmade Freek.. like DCA's suggestion it too has a rubbery grip with an added textured inlay.. axis lock makes it really easy to deploy with or without gloves.. it's discontinued but you can still find it if you search around the interwebs.
Great advice on the Gerber Gator for use with gloves, wet hands, etc! I bought one way back in '92 or so as a knife to go on my gun belt (LEO). I've used it as everything from a great cutter (it is) to an emergency pry bar (forgive me -- but it worked and popped an aluminum condo window with no damage to the knife). I have three now, two standard half-serrated, black handled ones and one my son gave me that has a thumb hole on the blade very similar to a Spyderco (orange handle, made for Snap-On tools). GREAT knifes and I've seriously considered trying to figure out a way to put a clip on one .. though they work great in a belt sheath, too.
Serious question, which knife represents you the most. Not your favourite etc, but which represents your personality, character, demeanor. (are you a keychain knife or a Cold Steel Espada.)For David, Seth and Thomas. Love the show, long time viewer, ( I ask every week, sorry
I have had a couple different brands of OTF knives and didn't like the play inherent in their designs. I sold both and purchased a SOG PENTAGON OTF and have no play at all. I'm a very pleased Happy Camper Now😅
Hey DCA! Could we see a comparison going into the differences between similar ontario rat and esee knives and whether the price hike is worth it or not
I purchased the Kershaw OTF as soon as it became available. Yep, hardly any blade wobble BUT... the handle's blade opening was too tight. Every time the blade was deployed or retracted, it the blade's edge rubbed on the handle and was dulled. I returned it. I own a G&G deadlock, super tight but too pricey to carry often... it will be an heirloom. I own a dozen OTFs, after the G&G the tightest (and my favorite) is my Guardian Tactical.
I'm in the middle of deciding which OTF I want and im wondering if you still think that your guardian tactical is still 2nd best to the Deadlock ? Im between Ultratech , Guardian Recon 35 , and Kershaw live wire. Thanks
Hey DCA! I wanted to thank you for putting out these videos. You're the Bob Ross of knives, and listening to you dispense knowledge and recommendations has really helped distract me through some very rough times recently. Thank you! For my question: I recently discovered the CRKT Offbeat and Offbeat 2, and really like the action of the one-handed Crawford Lockback. I know AG Russell has some One Handed Knives that use a similar design, but are there any other one- handed lockback knives out there?
I live in spotsylvania (a couple miles from you guys) VA knife laws are dumb. What’s your take on us Virginia’s owning Auto or switchblades? It seems like even with a concealed carry permit you have to open carry auto knives and that leaves a lot to the judge if caught with one. Is it even worth it?
Hey DCA, will you please talk about why some makers make folding knives that have ambidextrous locking mechanisms only right hand, friendly? It seems so almost prejudice against left-handers, and a loss of 10 to 20% of the market.
Hello and Good day D.C.A., I wondered if you could help me. I'd like to buy my son his First Folding Pocket Knife for Christmas. I'd like to get him an Overbuilt Knife that could be BEATEN Down and take the Abuse and last a Lifetime. He LOVES my ZT0308. However, I'm not comfortable giving him a $320 knife for a first knife. Do you know of another knife that is similarly built like a ZT0308? "Please don't mention the 4-Max Scout" or any Cold Steel knives for that matter. I'd like something between 3.5" - 4.0" blade length. Also, I DO NOT want a cheap steel. Steel must be stainless. Looking to spend between $75.00 - $150.00. Any suggestions?
I’m a NEW subscriber and 70 years and been in a ton of brutal fight growing up in a Russian ghetto and SHOCKED none of these OTF knives have NO GUARD!? Please answer me. God bless
I bought a Benchmade Infidel in blue limited edition handle color for $120 new in box. The blade is as rock solid when deployed as a full tang fixed blade. No movement. It is very tight. The deployment button is not super light to open & close blade but it's new and will break in some what. For the price I'm more than satisfied.
Definitely enjoy your videos...I hit the garage with a AJ Fernandez or Cohiba and a cup of coffee ☕ , yes another question 🤔 what fixed blade do you prefer to carry as a daily carry?
Mora Garberg bushcraft knife digging in wood and the tip breaks THAT'S NOT RIGHT - I'm appalled you explained that away, the Beatles needs to go back for warranty or better yet disposed of after this I'm no longer buying any Mora Enjoy The Collapse, There Will Be Blood! 🤪🔥💥💀
Is it time to revisit knives shown in the movies as an FAQ ? Crocodile Dundee and Rambo First Blood provide well-known examples. Any more? I’m not a major sci-if fan but have seen an example in Battlestar Galactica’s ‘Razor’ episode from 2007. What sort of an EDC is that ? Also Chinatown, From Here to Eternity, The Untouchables. The list is legion. Your viewers will no doubt have plenty of their own to mention.
@9:45 - Buys ~$400 OTF; leaves metal discs (some of which have knurling around the circumference). I physically cringed. I would never take coins in change if I had no option other than jangling them around inside a pocket occupied with a knife of any value to me. Please don't do that to a new Microtech.
We licked 9v batteries as kids ANY time we saw one. Licked the terminals to see who could hold them on their tongue longer. 🤦🏻♂️ We probably had more fun doing this than using whatever device was actually using the 9v 🤣 man it was fun being a kid!
The actual answer for the guy with the plastic gloves and the food job carrying the manix 2. The true answer to your question even though DCA said the light weights have some of the best grip out there yes normally but absolutely no5 because your problem is the gloves you wear. Plastic on plastic is the problem. What I would do if I was you go buy some skateboard grip tape you problem will be solved
Hey David. My wife loves to play with the Civivi Pintail thanks to its flipper action. On the other hand she is a bit jealous of the axis lock on my 940. Is there an alternative to the SOG Terminus XR Flipper (S 35 vn) or is this the knife to go? Would make a nice present for her.
Hey DCA I’ve been looking at the Dpx hest flipper but I can’t find anyone talking about the flipper version on RU-vid there also seems to be 2 versions one on washers and one on Ikbs how do they compare to the regular 3.0
Hey there, all you good folks at Knife Center! Question....my dad has some strength issues with his hands/fingers. We've tried different thumb stud openers and flippers (in liner locks) but he has significant difficulty with those configurations. The best "match" for light EDC that we've found so far has been a Boker Vox Kompact, but he still has some degree of difficulty tolerating/engaging depression of the button that releases the blade. Do you have suggestions for automatic or OTF (blade cannot be double sided due to Michigan law) or another easy to open/close locking folders, blade length 3 inch or less? Prefer ability to open and close one handed, though two handed closure is okay since he's already doing that with the Kompact. Under $200 would be fabulous. Thanks for all your great content, gang!
I find the blade on the Spyderco Para 3 pretty easy to open and close one handed, just barely under a three inch blade, and I think they’re around $150 in S30V.
Don't buy knives because you feel you need something slightly different to be ideal for your task. Practice can do that more than a different form. Buy a new knife because it's fun and what's money, anyway, right?!
DCA,if you don't mind, food prep guy may find a crkt minimalist better because those food prep gloves suck , one size fits all and they don't fit snug to the hand, just saying, I don't want to over step my bounds, but may help better than a folding knife
Yeah, otf ones... What is the most cheap otf because I know only boker flash otf what cost around 75 "evergreen papers" and it's interesting does exist more cheaper one?
Hey DCA, I was wondering what the biggest and the smallest knives you offer at the KnifeCenter are, either in terms of blade length or overall length. Thanks.
Victorinox sviss army knife steel is as soft as…? but you can get it shaving sharp in seconds, they are not made for hard long use. I had a military spring loaded front exit knife, you had to push the blade back in against a lump of wood, open there was no blade wobble at all.
Ok… off of the choil discussion… a bit on the weeds- what’s your preference with the sharpening choil, what are the pros and cons of choils and no choils?!
If it's a dedicated place for a finger it's a finger grove and nothing else and a choil is a choil until it's large enough to fit your finger then it's a grove.
Love the series. I recently bought the CRKT mini cleaver and absolutely love it. I was wondering what are the best affordable/budget friendly neck knives I should get next that would be a good companion to the CRKT mini cleaver?
The crkt spert I think is the name . anyway it's in the same minimalist series as the cleaver it's a wharncliff sheepsfoot style blade very good puncture capabilities and the same size a the cleaver and price. It's really good neck knife for edc or even last resort self defense because of blade shape
Mr. Andersen (always said in the Agent Smith voice in my head) thanks for your answer. It did, in fact, help. Makes me feel even more satisfied with my Kansbol.
Hey. I just came off of a katana handle video. Where they were talking bout ray skin and showing how they cut it...,but I was thinking..are their any knives/swords that have ever used SHARK SKIN..I heard it's ruff and can cut human skin...similar to the Ray skin...I did my research, but came up with nothing. You're video was posted a day ago, so I thought I'd drop you this quest.
Hi David, I get this question frequently, have you ever seen a no-safety OTF? By no-safety I mean one that does not recoil during the ejection if something is placed in front of it.
you're probably thinking of a single action, which is under tension until opened and the spring pulls the blade all the way out. most otf knives are double action which are not under tension until the slide is pushed.
A Civivi Button Lock might be a good option for the gentleman closing with rubber gloves. The gravity drop makes it easy to put away. It’s slim, great clip and the 14C28N is better than great steel. The hollow grind is slicey as any knife out there. For a little more traction rough up the scales with sandpaper but I doubt that to be necessary.
Yeah. I used it with winter gloves (actually thick mittens). Took it from the pocket, opened the knife, cut stuff, closed, put back and it worked admirably. I can't say I could repeat the trick (or at least as easily do it) with any of my flippers and thumb-hole/thumb-stud knives. Micarta scales are excellent for traction and button-lock is probably the easiest to use with wet, greasy hands or with gloves on.
THANKS DCA!! I always save vids from Knife Center for Saturdays. House is quiet. You, Thomas and Seth just do good work, knife guys talking about knives.. Take care👍👍🔪
