@@KimballPrecision Knives come in many interesting shapes and mechanisms but some people will assume you are a killer because you like them. I remember i once cut down a large slushie cup (that was about 3/4ths empty) to a smaller size so i wouldnt awkwardly reach around inside of it with the little disposable spoon I had. My de-assisted Kershaw knockout came in handy and nobody seemed to notice i used it. Edit- most of the time i used one nobody gave me crud for it.
My country is TERRIFIED by autos. Funny thing is we kinda "made autos popular" with the stiletto but still police will freak out if they find you in possession of one or anything even spring assisted.
Thank you. That was the most complete run down of autos I have seen. I added 4 to my list of must haves that I didn't know existed. Stay strong brothers.
Except that according to the Blade HQ site, there aren't any of the Pro-Tech Whiskers in stock. And they rarely are in stock anywhere. My suggestion would be to pick up a Buck Paradigm Shift Auto (which they do have in stock). Same type of bolster release mechanism. A 3 inch S35VN blade with G10 handles that, in my opinion, has really nice ergonomics.
Do you guys sell benchmade to us average peons that aren't LE? They act like we're all serfs or something. They not only wouldn't let me send my Stryker auto in when the spring broke, they wouldn't even sell me a spring to do it myself.
I would like a recommendation for a really good tactical knife under $200. Something even $100 would be even better if possible but it's just something I'm curious about
I have to take exception to something that you said. You labeled many of these knives as great outdoor knives. I live on 40 acres out in the woods, in the Northwest. Four months out of the year a metal handled knife is going to be uncomfortable to use. And if you want to warm it up, just leave it on a picnic table, in July. After 30, or 45 minutes, it will no longer be cold. As I used all of my knives, a metal handled knife is a deal-breaker, for me. Yet, it seems like half the knives out there are metal handled. I would love to hear from other people, why this isn't a big deal, for them.
We didn't have any side-opening Microtech autos in stock at the time of filming. Watch for our OTFs video coming soon, you'll see a ton of Microtech! -George
Lol, i legitimately only want a glorified box cutter for my daily pocketknife. I used to use a real box cutter for work and got tired of buying razor blades for it. Give me a real knife that i can sharpen to take out all those boxes.
Have the Kershaw Launch 1, Gerber 06 Auto, Benchmade Casbah, and a Benchmade Infidel along with some cheaper state fair style autos. I have an addiction to them and pretty much always have at least one on me unless I'm visiting somewhere that doesn't allow their carry.
That's funny man cuz I live in Bakersfield California oildale and they are illegal to Cary here but they are usually all I do Cary anyway lol cuz I do what I want
If you want a good quality USA made Auto that doesn't cost a ton, get a Kershaw Launch. They are really great and use great materials. I had the Launch 1 and absolutely loved it. I was very surprised how well made they are for the price.
Under the Benchmade brand, you completely missed the Mediator. A great bridge between EDC and defense knife. Thin and lightweight enough to be a daily pocket knife, strong enough to plunge cut and slice with.
Gotta say I hate the way laws are written in Maine. It’s illegal to carry “knives that are usually used for or designed for attack or self defense.” Bowie, dirk, and stilettos are illegal to conceal but there is no written definition on other knives and what makes them “designed for self defense or attack.” Ex: I’m hesitant to buy a drop point auto with a black handle with finger grips but should be fine with a Buck 112 auto because it “looks” like a hunting knife. Same thing with vehicle laws: “Tires must be within two sizes of oem.” Doesn’t say anything about what the sizes mean. Inches? Cm? 265/75 to 285/75? Just tell us what’s legal lmao rant over.
I find it hilarious DA otfs are iffy in many states but much saver that any folder for most people. It’s just a button no fumbling around the blade. And can barely break skin with auto deployment, with proper build of the derailing mechanism.
@@BladeHQhahahaha I'd love to give them a proper lesson of buttoning but I don't have enough assests to do that yet, but you can stay alert because it's a matter of time untill I will do that
I’m confused I went to the website and tried to buy a Boker Kalishnikov. Auto knives are legal to own in my state but I couldn’t get the order to go through because it says you cant ship one over state lines?
Hey I couldn't watch this with valium cuz of where I am right now but what was up with the first knife in this video wy did it have 2 buttons on it? What does the other one do?
If you work for a living like I do then you may be able to purchase one of the bokers. Those benchmade knives look great. Congrats to whoever's buying that.
i have the boker kalshnikov! i'm so glad that it made its appearance on this video! the only downside that i found about it is the clip moves overtime.
First off, great video, I really enjoyed watching all those different blades, having a few of them myself I can say my Spyderco Autonomy 2 w/ 3.5" LC200N Drop Point Plain edge is one of my top 3 Autos, BUT MY 06 AUTO IS THE SLOWEST OPENING KNIFE I OWN! It's such an OXYMORON! NO matter what I try it's so slow it doesn't always engage, only about 60-70% of the time!
I like Buck since I grew up using them hunting and carving sticks but man their edges are rough and sharpened past the plunge so you get a smile right out the gate. I think I’d definitely go protech or Kershaw for design and quality.
The Omega springs that power the Axis lock on the Benchmade Adamas will break after about six months of use (on the auto, not the manual). The remedy is to buy piano/music wire and fabricate your own springs. The diameter of the music wire is considerably larger than the stock wire. You'll know the Omegas are on the verge of breaking when you start getting rock lock.
All auto knives are weaks. Springs on all autos will break. Autos are toys. Bencmade will replace springs for free. A Benchmade auto toy will live forever.
@bob neutron I had a microtech stitch for five years of daily use. No issues. Protech Don, 3 years, no issues. These issues could be resolved, but when they overcharge for a knife, why bother. They can give you a lifetime of springs and not make a dent in the profit margin.
DANG YOU!!! I just ordered one more!!! BTW, Please consider putting together a review of autos that are truly left handed or ambidextrous. We lefties really don't like making due with right handed autos that mostly work left handed. Thanks!!
Been carrying the Benchmade Osborne 9400 since it came out. Very suprised with how well it holds an edge, is easy to get crazy sharp and still springs open just as fast as the day I bought it which is crazy because I've probably deployed the knife over 100k times by now...
I like the Kalashnikov it looks nice and it's fast deployment. I don't really like Benchmade myself but everyone is different. The best knife for anyone is the one they like and want; everyone is different. Thank you for the review.
Taller grind also leaves a bigger wound channel so I think many here crossover the categories but nice job separating them. You have hit your stride man. You have terrific knowledge and opinions with a good personality I can tell you’re comfortable now and your videos get better and better.
I'd never thought about wound channels! Man, I really need to go to a tactical knife course or something one day. Thanks for the kind words, and thanks for watching! -George
What do you mean by taller grind? Also never got to the part of the video that explains what that little hole is. I was thinking it was a thumb rest or a bow drill hole
The Lundquist or "Alluvial" has a major design flaw. The lock up is not perfect. The blade can come out slightly while remaining locked. This plus being a tip up carry means a very bad time. I learned this the hard way. Gave myself about a 15mm long 5mm deep gash right in the pad of my thumb. Probably should have gotten stitches on this one but super glue works. Its a great knife otherwise but this flaw means I will not be carrying it until I reprofile the blade. They say is drop point its more of a straight blade but I will be making mine more a drop point so if they blade comes out a bit the tip will not be what I encounter. Seriously my first day carrying it and that happened. I am a little upset.
Great video, but no Protech TR1 & 2? They are my favourite production side opening autos, with lots of variants, but seem to get overlooked a lot. If our stupid laws allowed autos, they'd be my first purchase. Just a heads up, i don't know if you noticed, but there was a big crack the length of the wood handle of the AGA Campolin.
Launch 1 is probably the only good-looking one of the series. Don't be fooled by the reinforced tip bevels and try to plunge. Stick to slicing if you don't want to lose a finger or put so grip tape and hope for the best.
Loved this review. I. In the market but not knowledgeable. Whose blades keep their edge best, whose keeps them worst, amd is the margin of difference between them all that large? Also wondering, is their a disadvantage in a partially serrated blade ?
I like your videos. I'm not a game person but I would assume that a folder is never good for skinning game. I would think it's going to all kinds of stuff in it's mechanism. I would prefer a fixed blade for that job. It can be easily cleaned.
I grew up using a buck for deer. They come clean. Most modern knives are relatively easy to clean. Fixed blades work better of course. But plenty of deer in my youth got processed nose to tail with a buck knife
