Hey my friend, just watched you Shirogorov lineup review. Nice talk, nice review overall... only 1 knife I would have given more details. The F95R... isn't just a F95R here... its much more special and much more tweaked than a regular F95R. Like you said it's the CCKS version but no more explanation... You can have: F95 F95R F95R18 F95R18 Sinkevich Touch (CCKS) F95R19 The one you had in hand was the F95R18 Sinkevich Touch...this one has passed in the hands of Dimitri for tweaking and also has Sinkevich pivot and screws. Only 38 made.
Awesome video man 👍 well done i have a F95nl and crk/shiro unique graphic CD some of my favorites! I find myself always comparing/enjoying the difference in sound. love it keep it up!
Great vid, nice collection. I bought my first shiro, the neon ultra lite, and it all went downhill from there. I got my hands on a neon lite, 95t, f95nl, hation lite, neon zero, neon r20. I want that f3 ns. It’s been like an addiction. I wish their website had an English version. I gotta go see my brother in law, who is from Ukraine, or my sister, who speaks, reads and writes Russian fluently, to translate for me, when I see something new.
Nice video, beautiful collection - I have the 111, excellent knife. I really like those blue CF ones, and the scales of the Persian knife. Must do more research into those....
Thanks for this video! It’s helpful to know what all the letter/number designations mean. But, I’m still wondering what the “NL” means, like on my F95NL. Do you know? Or does anyone else have an answer? (sorry if this was already mentioned)
@@Fablades Nice. We probably know each other by name on CKG. I'm a decades long enthusiast of knives and have had all the regular big name brands like Hinderer, Strider CRK, and so on. This 111 I got from him is one of the nicest knives I've had yet.
@@Fablades In fact the 111 in your video here I'm almost positive is the same specimen I have now. I can tell by the small chip in the CF near the pivot.
Very detailed video 🙌 Now that I have the Neon Lite, what would be a good Shirogorov to get next? Hati, F3, 111 or F95? I want a bigger knife to compliment my Neon Lite as a larger knife. And something with carbon fiber.
I also prefer F3 over Hati. Feels more robust, but also is chubbier. The latest models are F3NS (carbon fiber) and Hati R (Alutex). Both have backspacer, MRBS, and M390
I really wanted a shiro for the longest time but have since moved on to other things. The non captive pivot is a huge turn off in my opinion. I don't know if shiro has a chart that shows all these differences but I hate to have to be an expert on a knife before knowing which one I may want. Fantastic video sir 👍
What things if i may ask? After buying an ursus nl recently, i have determined to save my pennies and buy a quantum some day.. because to me it does everything i want from a folder at the highest level... Not sure what would be better than a shiro. (apart from the obviou " koenig" rockstead and maybe some custom knife...)
@@Fablades I was thinking I see a lot of people buy a good one and make out in the secondary . A person came almost make a living with the right pre orders doubling up on the secondary . 👍 I do buy nicer knives but haven’t gone over $350 .
Saving to get my first Shirogorov. I am torn between hation zero it the F3ns. I know they are both worth owning and very different sizes. I am just looking for help to tip the scale. Which would you recommend to be the first one to own?
Fablades I have large hands myself and the F95 is an option. I think I just liked the look of the F3ns and it looks much thicker with better ergonomics than the others
Is the F95NL A multi bearing system I just bought one that’s listed as a multi bearing system I just want to make sure if you can maybe text me back in this fourm with a yes or no I really do like your site it’s well done
The number of bears distinguishes between different production levels. three bears shirogorov will have extensive internal milling, multi-row bearings and usually M390 steel. They are the best production shiros you can get. Less than 3 bears shiros use lower level steel, no internal milling, washers or single row bearings.
That makes sense. Do you know where the club knives or limited series compare in quality vs shiro's other levels? Learning about Shirogorov is interesting but information is sparse. Thanks again.
after having a few shiros over the years im less impressed then ever very little value for money spent especially in todays market what was amazing a few years ago is just not doing it any more , with the exception of an f95 on phosphor bronze and the rj and mayo colabs there just not worth the ask any more , to boring to milk toast again there nice very nice but not that nice , for the new comers all i can say about shiros is....dont hold your breath buy 2 3 or 5 other knives for that money ..... actually i wouldn't mind there very early proto afck knock off
Hey my friend, just watched you Shirogorov lineup review.
Nice talk, nice review overall... only 1 knife I would have given more details.
The F95R... isn't just a F95R here... its much more special and much more tweaked than a regular F95R.
Like you said it's the CCKS version but no more explanation...
You can have:
F95
F95R
F95R18
F95R18 Sinkevich Touch (CCKS)
F95R19
The one you had in hand was the F95R18 Sinkevich Touch...this one has passed in the hands of Dimitri for tweaking and also has Sinkevich pivot and screws. Only 38 made.
thank you sir, appreciate the clarification!
cool
There is more money on that table than in my retirement account. Wow. What a collection. Best I have ever seen.
Thank you sir appreciate it!
Incredibly helpful in deciphering Shirogorov's incoherent naming system. Thanks for getting the examples and doing the video!
Happy you found this useful 🙏
Thanks for watching 😎 👊
One of the best Shirogorov videos I have seen. You answered so many of the comparison questions that I had. Thank you!
Thank you sir! I appreciate it, glad it was helpful
Gorgeous selection of Shiros and great comparisons!! Thank you!
Hey thanks! Glad you liked it man 🙏
Fab your absoulty killing it. Great info I never knew. Thank you
thanks a lot!!!
Thank you for this! I am now addicted after buying my first Shiro, which happened to be the overkill 👍
Hehe happy to hear that thanks 🙏 !! Also watch out is a slippery slope 🤣
Another great video!
Hey thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed the content :)
Once again very informative. Thank you Sir
My pleasure!
A very nice and informative video, thank you.
Thanks! Glad it was helpful!
I have one of the very last Hati-R on washers. Love the action, which is very close to the multi row bearings on my F95.
Very cool man! I like shiro on washers, want to check out the new F95 anniversary which is also on washers 😉
Awesome video man 👍 well done i have a F95nl and crk/shiro unique graphic CD some of my favorites! I find myself always comparing/enjoying the difference in sound.
love it keep it up!
Lovely! Thanks bud!
great video, really helped me to know about shirogorov, thanks sir
Awesome!!! Happy you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!!
Great video as always. Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
veey nice video！ I watch again and again. Love the end of the video you flipper all knives so I can hear all sounds！beautiful！
Thank you sir! Glad you liked it 🙏
Have too say what an amazingly wonderful concise video thanks and well done .
Thank you very much!!!!
Great vid, nice collection. I bought my first shiro, the neon ultra lite, and it all went downhill from there. I got my hands on a neon lite, 95t, f95nl, hation lite, neon zero, neon r20. I want that f3 ns. It’s been like an addiction. I wish their website had an English version. I gotta go see my brother in law, who is from Ukraine, or my sister, who speaks, reads and writes Russian fluently, to translate for me, when I see something new.
Hey Thanks! I undestand 100%, once you try a Shiro, can't go back 😉
Nice video, beautiful collection - I have the 111, excellent knife. I really like those blue CF ones, and the scales of the Persian knife. Must do more research into those....
Hey thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed the content 😉
Very good video, Like the comparison! Thank you.
Happy you enjoy the content 🙏
Thanks for this video! It’s helpful to know what all the letter/number designations mean. But, I’m still wondering what the “NL” means, like on my F95NL. Do you know? Or does anyone else have an answer? (sorry if this was already mentioned)
NL means inlays
That 111 is fantastic. 👍
😉 🙏
Are you in Vancouver? Me too. I just got my first Shiro from Guillaume L in QC.
Yes I am! Guillaume is a standup guy, he sent a bunch of blades in for review, and he has a great Shiro collection
@@Fablades Nice. We probably know each other by name on CKG. I'm a decades long enthusiast of knives and have had all the regular big name brands like Hinderer, Strider CRK, and so on. This 111 I got from him is one of the nicest knives I've had yet.
@@Fablades In fact the 111 in your video here I'm almost positive is the same specimen I have now. I can tell by the small chip in the CF near the pivot.
@@newcoyote yes it's the one you have!
@@newcoyote I think so, Fab is short for Fabrizio ;) That 111 is very nice indeed, the action is just superb!
Thank you for the video! I have to ask, which one is your favorite? I have a Ne0n Zero (MEFP) and thinking to buy the F3NS or Quantum next
I think now I like the simplicity of the F95R Slim..but it's a very tough battle with the Quantum..
Fablades Do you know if the F95R Slim has a detent ball ramp? Also steel washers under the bearings? Thank you.
No ramp but I’m pretty sure there are washers underneath bearings
Did you reverse the hardware on your F3R. Mine are facing the other direction
yes, to make it look like Custom Division (which have pivot and body screws accessible only from lockside)
Very detailed video 🙌
Now that I have the Neon Lite, what would be a good Shirogorov to get next? Hati, F3, 111 or F95? I want a bigger knife to compliment my Neon Lite as a larger knife. And something with carbon fiber.
With carbon fiber and 3.75” blade you can have Hati (framelock) or F3 (Linerlock). Both outstanding blades!!
Do you recommend one over the other? At this point, I am leaning towards the F3 because I may want linerlock.
I also prefer F3 over Hati. Feels more robust, but also is chubbier. The latest models are F3NS (carbon fiber) and Hati R (Alutex). Both have backspacer, MRBS, and M390
So, the F3 is a little chubbier than the others, but is it still fairly light and pocketable?
Same overall length, F3 is a bit heavier than Hati (4.6 vs 4.1). They also have different pocket clips.
I want one. Thank you for the great comparison.
Thank you! Happy I was able to help
Very helpful video...explains a lot.
Thanks, glad you found it useful 🙏
I really wanted a shiro for the longest time but have since moved on to other things. The non captive pivot is a huge turn off in my opinion. I don't know if shiro has a chart that shows all these differences but I hate to have to be an expert on a knife before knowing which one I may want. Fantastic video sir 👍
Yes I was a bit confused at the beginning too, lots of models and variants
What things if i may ask? After buying an ursus nl recently, i have determined to save my pennies and buy a quantum some day.. because to me it does everything i want from a folder at the highest level... Not sure what would be better than a shiro. (apart from the obviou " koenig" rockstead and maybe some custom knife...)
@@GOLD_FEVER mainly Holts, craig brown and CRKs. Chasing after a Scott Cook and Michael Raymond at some point
I was wondering hat gree horns to get until I can afford one of these. They’re so nice . I ll try the neon
I always suggest to save a bit more, wait and try to snag a user. You can always resell and get your $ back
@@Fablades I was thinking I see a lot of people buy a good one and make out in the secondary . A person came almost make a living with the right pre orders doubling up on the secondary . 👍 I do buy nicer knives but haven’t gone over $350 .
Can get a prenowned shiro quantum Ursus for 450 maybe, but the problem is that after you’ll want more lol
@@Fablades that sounds reasonable . Thanks so much .
Of that lot it’s the quantum for me, future iterations f95 zero and quantum 2!
If anyone knows where I can get the f95 zero from please do tell!!!
Saving to get my first Shirogorov. I am torn between hation zero it the F3ns. I know they are both worth owning and very different sizes. I am just looking for help to tip the scale. Which would you recommend to be the first one to own?
It depends, I have big hands and F3 would be my choice, Hation and Neon are great EDC but a bit small for me. F95 not an option?
Fablades I have large hands myself and the F95 is an option. I think I just liked the look of the F3ns and it looks much thicker with better ergonomics than the others
@@danduran536 yes for sure the F3 fills the hand more than F95!
Damn I need a Shiro!
Everyone needs a 🐻
God I wish I could afford a shiro... wanted one all my life.
Nice collection 🤟
🙏 😊
Is the F95NL A multi bearing system I just bought one that’s listed as a multi bearing system I just want to make sure if you can maybe text me back in this fourm with a yes or no I really do like your site it’s well done
I also have a cannabis that’s numbered I’m not sure what that means thank you again
the MRBS and SRBS have different engravings inside the scales. Usually if the blade is M390 it's MRBS, and if it's S30V is SRBS
Which are your top 3?
Top 3 production I would say Quantum, F95R Slim and F3 NS
Which is your favorite Shiro?
Right now I’d say F3 NS CD
@@Fablades Thanks, so if you had to pick one non custom model it would then be the F3NS?
Hard choice between f95 Zero and F3 NS
@@Fablades Thanks, what does the Zero mean that makes it different than a reg F95?
Check the upcoming review on it, lots of tweaks but mainly backspacer
I want a 110 😭
Well, if you ever want to sell that 111 or possibly trade for an F95 MEFP please let me know.
Sorry that 111 is gone man!
@@Fablades
It was worth a shot.
Great vid and explanation of the different models.
Thank you sir!! Happy it was useful
WTF why did I watch this fucking video! My friends thought I was crazy when I was into RHK XM 18s.
😂I know man sorry about that 😀
Can someone explain the relevance of the number of bears? Thanks!
The number of bears distinguishes between different production levels. three bears shirogorov will have extensive internal milling, multi-row bearings and usually M390 steel. They are the best production shiros you can get. Less than 3 bears shiros use lower level steel, no internal milling, washers or single row bearings.
That makes sense. Do you know where the club knives or limited series compare in quality vs shiro's other levels? Learning about Shirogorov is interesting but information is sparse. Thanks again.
I’m pretty sure both of those Hatis were Hati Rs
Yessir thanks 🙏
after having a few shiros over the years im less impressed then ever very little value for money spent especially in todays market what was amazing a few years ago is just not doing it any more , with the exception of an f95 on phosphor bronze and the rj and mayo colabs there just not worth the ask any more , to boring to milk toast
again there nice very nice but not that nice , for the new comers all i can say about shiros is....dont hold your breath buy 2 3 or 5 other knives for that money ..... actually i wouldn't mind there very early proto afck knock off
Chinese made
Actually Made in Russia