Hi DCA & Thomas! I am considering building an "a la carte" kitchen knife set. Will you please show and discuss a variety of good options for storing them (variety of blocks, magnets etc)? Thank you!
Y’all do a great job in relating to people…thus building trust and sales…appreciate y’all and hope you have a wonderful New Years! Use to live in Fredericksburg and appreciate that you do now…. Love from Texas!
I have a small handful of American knives my native five is just my straight-up go to. And my other ones are a lot nicer and have better materials but there's something about a comfortable everyday carry that just works
In this era of knives, nobody should be choosing between design and specs. Finding a knife with both at just about any price range is doable. Once your collection gets up over 20 knives or so, you find yourself making the choice not to settle on either, otherwise you'll never really end up with knives you actually desire.
@druidic4353 I think we all start there. You buy some bad knives in order to discover what you do and do not like. Then you look at your collection and try to figure out who to give the junkers away to lol.
@@erickvazquez6518 I sold a few, but end up usually giving those cheapo knives that don't see carry time away to friends and most often they're a good step up for them
I think it would be interesting if you could tell us a little bit about the Knife Center. Like how long have you been in business, who founded the company, how many employees do you have and most importantly about how many knives do you sell each year. Thanks for all the great content!
DCA your reviews have not only reignited my interest in knives after a several year hiatus but they have also influenced well over half of my current collection. I grew up with knives as my father was an EDC guy many years before it was a thing. He collected hundreds of knives, pens, zippos, and the like. Lately I’ve been been enjoying one of my most recent purchases, the CJRB Gobi. This knife gets very little attention but I think it’s awesome. Is there anything out there that’s a similar design that you recommend under the $100 mark? Doesn’t seem to be a lot out there.
DCA, another one for you. The Kabar Dozier, Buck Bantam, Buck 112 slim, and the Cold Steel Finn Wolf all share some common DNA. I really enjoy using these as edc knives but I’d really like to get something new along these same lines maybe under the $80 mark. Any recommendations?
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! David C. Andersen for a great video. It does my heart good to see American-made knives on your program. It would be great to see one 2 or 3 times a year. When you have models in stock to sell us, it'd be great to see makers featured such as Bark River, L.T. Wright, White River, Esee, Bradford, Ontario, etc. Thank you again for an excellent video.
Love my Native 5. Perfect EDC knife that often gets overlooked by people. Probably because it has a back lock and isn’t as fidgety as other knives out there.
@@abc456f Sage 5 lw, with the pivot bushing, is excellent! However, I would love to see a larger version of the same exact design. 4 inch blade would be outstanding
How popular are tracker-style knives, like the tops tom brown or the Becker? Are they worth the additional weight over a more traditional fixed blade? You've mentioned knives in the past that can fit chopping tasks and batoning, so I wanted to ask if tracker style knives had any real advantages to those knives considering tracker knives are heavy and quite expensive.
Hi DCA! Happy New Year! I actually have two questions: 1. Can you, at some point, do a video about the Joker line of knives. I’ve seen reviews, but I’d really like to hear your thoughts about them. 2) Are button locks safe? I’ve been watching a lot of videos about knives that I”m thinking of purchasing and I got to wondering if button locks were safe. It occurred to me that if you aren’t paying attention or wearing gloves or something, if you grip too high it might fail. Am I just overthinking it? Thanks so much!
DCA. Seems to me it’s been quiet at Nordsmith knives in 2022 as far as drops. Just curious. Own several. Thank you. Happy New Year to You, Thomas and every one at knikecenter.
Confluence of events has forced it into more of a backburner project unfortunately (new kid, new house, more responsibilities at KnifeCenter). That said, got some cool things in store for 2023 :) -DCA
Would like to see a video on Top 10 investment quality production knives (e.g., Sibenza, AD20.5 Timascus, etc). Really enjoy all your videos DCA. My Knife Center wish list is really stacking up!
For the Crooked River Vs Griptilian guy, I have both and have XL hands. Both knives are plenty big enough for my hands. IMO the Griptilian is a more form fitting handle and is a better size for EDC. The Crooked River is awesome, but I generally carry it for camping or outdoor activities, because its pretty dang big. Can't go wrong with either for large hands tho, so really comes down to cost and appearance.
I’ve never had a problem with my hest yet & it’s taken some abuse. I know most new dpx knives are being made in USA now, and some being produced by toor knives. So they’ve definitely stepped it up.
I agree the Kershaw Blur is a great knife for what it is. It was my EDC for many years and I still do occasionally. Edge retention isn't great, but a breeze to sharpen (for me) and I love the spring assisted. The Blur is my daughter's first folder. But these days my EDC is usually the Mini Adamas (unfortunately my action isn't nearly as smooth as the one in this video).
Hi DCA & Crew - thank you for answering so many questions, I have learned a lot since I started watching. My question to you came up when watching recent news about the extremely cold weather. Are these temperatures low enough to affect the opening or locking mechanisms of our typical EDC knives, or to make some steels more prone to chipping or even breaking when prying or chopping? It would be good to to know when preparing for the worst this Winter.
Hi DCA, I love your videos! Why do you think the Benchmade Valet was discontinued? Didn't like the design? Price too high? It is one of my favorite knives and my first Benchmade.
Owned all the Spydercos, Cold Steels, etc. Emerson CQC-8 is really the ultimate. If your on the fence about the money. Get the Kershaw version. I had 2 of them before I got the real thing.
Great video and I agree with a lot of your picks.. I so wish you guys could open a brick and mortar because you guys are knowledgeable and have great customer service
Hi all, new to EDC and I am looking for a recommendation. I chose the Civivi Praxis as my first folder. Overall I am pretty happy with it (nice action, micarta scales, good weight), but I would like sth smaller. I work at a desk, so a bit hard to justify having a large knife in my pocket as a daily carry. I'd like sth with great action, multiple ways to open (the Praxis has no spidey flick option or thumbscrew, want sth more fidgety!), generally prefer a contoured handle. Drop point or maybe a tanto. Happy with a liner lock. I have seen some beautiful blades with a very high contour that look awesome. I'm not too fussed about the blade steel. I like the look of g10 for the handle. Thinking around $75-$100 USD, I am in Australia, so that won't really be 'budget here'. Can't be assisted as they are not legal here. Hope I am not being too picky with what I am looking for, with the prices we pay for knives here, I don't want to buy a bunch of them before find what I want. Thanks for the great content, keep it up :)
I’ve been using the blustery, midwestern winter to catch up on my TH-cam subscriptions, most of which are bushcraft focused. I’d be interested m in seeing your recommendations on Bushcraft tool combinations (hatchet, saw, axe, fixed blade, companion folder). I would also love to see your own personal set of tools.
Hi DCA, I recently lost my edc knife(benchmade north fork). I have also discovered a love for hunting. Can you suggest a finger safe edc folder and complimentary fixed blade to cover the task of field dressing animals, big and small? $400 combined budget. Thank you for your fun and informative videos.
I have a full size Crooked River with normal man hands. I find the crossbar lock hard to actuate with such a large handled knife. my bugout and full size griptillian are much easier to use. The problem with the big handle is that I usually put the end of the handle into my palm to to give myself leverage with my fingers to pull back the crossbar axis lock. With the Crooked River the knife is too big to brace into my palm and I can't get leverage.
The native 5 needs to be in my pocket asap. I like the lc200n this time of year. All the corrosion resistance 👌🏻But the s110v is super high performing and also pretty corrosion resistant. What to do what to do 🤔
What would you recommend for a full metal knife? One folder and one fixed, both sort of pocket size (could be carried in the back of the belt - hidden).
Hey KC, hey DCA! Do you think elmax is an upgrade to s35vn? And if yes does the value jutifies the double price? Wish everyone a happy new year from the other side of the big pond!
What would you recommend, for a Made in USA, small "key chain" knife? under 2in closed, closer to 1.75in would be even better, with a lanyard hole, to attach to a key chain.
Hey Steve Simmons, check out Survive Knives. They make beastly knives out west somewhere. Saber grinds, 20cv or 3v steel and g 10 handles. I think they make up to a 12” blade with kydex sheaths. I own five and love them all.
My friend you don't need to be old to enjoy a nice Barlow or Canoe or Sow Belly. All easy on the pocket (I use a beautiful worked leather belt pouch), easy to use and depending on brand well made - what's not to like. Have a great day.
Okay, here's a question. I've got a Benchmade black series folder that I've had for a couple of decades. It's a big brute, 9-1/4" overall, 4" D2 half serrated blade. These days I mostly use it for cutting twine on hay bales with the serrated edge. The twine is tough stuff, multi-strand nylon under high tension. But I've noticed that stabbing the blade into a tight bale to bring the serrations into play takes the edge off of the rest of the D2 blade. Would any of the more modern steels stand up better for this? I haven't seen a half serrated edge recently, guess they are out of favor. Oh, and I'm a lefty!
LT Wright illuminous is a dream. And despite what you said you can chop all day and strip it back to shaving g sharp. It’s 3V. Pretty dam indestructible if done right.
Hey DCA - I’m on a quest to find the most fidgety folder possible BUT it has to be compliant with Canadian laws… No button locks, no axis or its variants, no automatics, no assisted… Best I could find so far is Buck’s Trunk, which I can flick open with lots of practice… Anything better out there? I know - not actual legal advice - just inspiration! Loved you in Stranger Things - thanks!
Love the channel. Informative and fun. Just a thought on the us knives for everyone. Living in the UK means we are limited to carrying a folding knife with no lock and 3inch or less blade. I wonder what you would recommend for your cousins across the pond (other than immigration). Keep up the good work
Could you recommend some edc fixed blades, no blade length restrictions, but aren't neck knifes sub $75 I've been eyeing the Kizer Baby, but want to see some other options you'd recommend
Hi knife center. Got the native in magnacut. For me it’s a edc that’s got a good price point. Had it for several years. Easy for me to take apart and clean. Just don’t wax your car with it in your pocket, the pocket clip will get your car every time. Lol
Hey DCA! Question for a future episode: are there some modern knives that can beat my good old opinel no8 as slicers, mainly for cutting food ? Ideally in a budget range, less than 100$. Thanks!!
Hey, hey DCA! I did not get the kitchen knife I wanted for Christmas. Looking for a prep knife with a hand-filling grip, crowned spine, and stainless steel. Mostly for cutting pork and chicken meats in to smaller pieces and cutting vegetables. Thanks and Happy New Year to you and Thomas!
Good evening gents from your number 1 limey fan! 🇬🇧 My question is about recurves, how much is too little and how much is too much? What are your opinions on this? Take care Graham
I've heard of bucks legendary heat treat of the 420hc, I've heard the same about cold steels aus8A, people claim that those steels from those companies perform more like VG10, is this at all true?
DCA and Tommy Boy, I am driving cross country to take my dog Bodhi to meet a French bulldog he met on the internet. I'm not sure if the owners are gonna be rough and tumble country folk or sophisticated city folk but I want a knife that would impress either. Is there a small fixed blade with hollow grind and micarta scales under 100 buckaroos?
I did a full search on the site and there was only 1 knife that met your criteria that I could find but it looks like a good match. CRKT 2382K Alan Folts Biwa. Looks like a nice lil blade.
DCA, I love my Kershaw Blur in 14C28N but I decided to check the laws in my state and the blade is too long, bummer. What is your recommendation for a Blur substitute with a blade at or below 3 inches? Thanks!
Hey now! Love my We kitefin, it’s thin, slicey, and looks classy. I’ve been carrying it for a while and looking for new edc. What would you suggest for something just at nice?
Hey, David, I have been a subscriber for a couple of months and really enjoy your videos and the information you provide. I need some recommendations for a few knives. I will be turning 55 soon, and I have been reminiscing about times with my grandfather. He introduced me to knives at a very young age (cub scout years), and he gave me all the knives I owned until he passed when I was 15. I received slip joint knives (single blade, double blade and triple blade) with that classic gentlemen look, since I was a young man in training up until I was about 10 or 11. I couldn’t take them to school, but I could carry them to church (go figure). Then he gave me a back lock classic looking knife with a 4’ blade, man my chest stood out like it had hair own it, no other guy had one like it in my boy scout troop. Sadly, the last knife that I received from him was a Swiss Army Knife when I was about 14. Unfortunately, I do not have any of those knives because of a house fire. So, David (and Thomas), if you agree to take this mission, I will be forever grateful…I am seeking several slip joint gentleman knives (single, double and triple blades) with the classic gentlemen’s look and a nice back lock knife. I am on the fence with the Swiss Army Knife because I didn’t get to enjoy it with my Granddad, but I am open if you provide suggestions. I can go as high as $175 per knife, but I am not against low budget options. Thank you in advance. Duane
Hi DCA, I love your channel. Keep up the great work. Now for my question. I am looking for a knife both for hunting use and for survival / bushcraft activities. Therefore, the blade should be at least 23 - 25 cm long, full tang and stainless. Can you guys give me some suggestions. Thank you very much.
I have used my Delica for years. Bought a Ladybug for my niece for Xmas. Since they were on sale I got myself an Endura. The Endura is now my new go to… feels better in the hand, Larger blade gives me more control IMHO, more cutting options than shorter delica.
Hey dca and Seth love the videos. What pocket do u carry your primary folder in? I prefer the back right with my wallet. Just curious what the pros do.
I always recommend the OKC RAT 1 or 2. As the "everyman" knife. Mainly cause it's cheap and built like a tank. Bronze washers etc a person really can't go wrong.
Hey DCA and the reverse tanto goblin, any suggestions for a budget friendly fidgety knife? (Around 60 dollars or so) Thanks. Also my dad is looking for a camp/picnic/food prep knife. Like a low cost spydiechef.
Civivi Clavi looks like a great executive knife option. But it lacks a deep carry pocket clip, like most of their other designs. Can I replace the stock clip with a deep carry clip from another Civivi?
Hi DCA, it will soon be my birthday, I wanted to know if you can recommend any folding knife, based on five of the folding production knives in my collection? The WE Elementum blue, the Benchmade Valet, the Kizer Latt Vind in titanium, the Buck 110 slim with green micarta and S30V and the Buck Bantam 284. Thank you and sorry if my English is not very good.
Hey DCA! I need a recommendation. Im right handed and cut a lot of shrink wrap at work. It keeps sliding off of the belly of my blade. I was thinking of some sort of hawkbill or claw style knife, but i dont want a karambit/tactical style knife so i dont get in trouble at work. Thanks!
I'd suggest a wharncliff or sheepsfoot blade that you can drag the tip and keep it in the cut, or a tanto like the bailout you can use the point between edges to drag through cuts
I hear your pain. If you're after a hawk bill for an affordable price have you considered a Honey Badger? They make their knives in small, medium & large with several blade shapes - inc. hawk bill. They come with either 8Cr stainless or D2 semi - D2 would hold an edge longer. Good luck.
@@realbroggo Unfortunately i can only find them in the serrated versions, and im not sure how well that would work with shrink wrap. My mind thinks serrated is better for fiberous materials like cordage
@@tarinindell8217 You're right in one way. Serrations will totally cut the material however cut is likely to be jagged and difficult to control. Again, good luck!
Knife that's well designed but not well spec'd: the VG-10 Delicas. Often criticized for subpar materials by 2022 standards, and for not having a good blade to handle length ratio. They also just raised the price another $7 since the last time I checked (it was $81 last year, now it's $88).
QUESTION - Wife is letting me pick ONE knife for my bday. No limit. If you could pick ANY knife at a grand or under.... what would it be and why? What about half that at 5-600? Thanks
What knife strikes your fancy? Get something that means something, and makes you happy to use or hold. It's a present, which means it's for YOU, from someone who wants to make YOU happy. Figure out what that is, and go for it. Personally, I'd probably get the Case Equestrian because I'm a barefoot trimmer and it would be fun to carry and have to mark this time in my life and a wonderful person who gave it to me.
I would ask for a TRC Apocalypse, or a Zombie Tools Vakra! I would want something that I wasn’t afraid of beating the crap out of, for that kind of money! It would be easy to just pick a safe queen folder. Good luck
Hey DCA, I know you are a big fan of Silky saws, wanted to get your thoughts on their Nata, Ono, and Yoki. Also your thoughts on a companion knife for the Nata, around 4" and sub $150.
I clicked on this saying to myself “they’re going to overlook the Native5 yet again.”🙄🤣 I carried a Native5 LW exclusively for 6 years (s90v). Perfect choice, tho I highly recommend a Lynch clip
Hey DCA what is the most well rounded steel for a fixed blade knife with intention of using it in multiple applications for example EDC all the way to heavy outdoor use? Thanks
Hi DCA, so I was considering the Bastinelli Pika and the Spiderco Street Beat as an EDC tactical fixed blade. Out of these two which would you choose, and if you have other suggestions they will be greatly appreciated? The top of my price range is about how much the Pika costs so $150. Thanks and enjoy tue holidays!
Hey DCA. I have a question for you. I have become quite a Spyderco fan over the last year and love their looks and feel of the knives. But are there a similar brand that leans a bit in the Spyderco direction? And of course, keep up the awsome content for us knife-nerds🔪👌
Well DCA, you threw “pig iron” out there as if it were a normal weekly reference, so I just had to look it up. With all this fancy steel knowledge in my brain, I was actually surprised I had never come across the term pig iron. Thank you for the knowledge and I agree that it would be about as bottom of the barrel as you could get as far as blade material goes.
Hi DCA and Thomas and happy holidays! I just got into this hobby by buying a Civivi Brazen, but I feel it is a little too big and heavy (and threatening to use, I’m in Italy) so I was looking for a smaller and lighter EDC blade, possibly under 80/90$ (conversion in € is a bit complex). I got my eyes onto the Civivi Baby Banter and the Spyderco Dragonfly 2 Salt, but I’m open to hear from you!
Spyderco "Ambitious". Sturdy, lightweight, grippy for its size. Blade length is just under 2 1/2" and every bit of it is sharpened edge. MSRP around $60--got mine on sale for $42. Mine is all-black & fully serrated. It's my Chicago-legal carry knife.
Three years ago I quit buying knives, and started making them...What a rabbit hole! Now if I want a folder, I find someone to trade one of my fixed blades for it. I acquired a nice Shaman, & a sprint Endura that way.
Question: Purchased a CIVIVI button lock with the Jade handle from Knife Center. I am a farmer and use my knife everyday without question and get tired of buying a new knife every year so I spent a little more than I would have. The blade is black coated and is already has scratches. I have only had this a few weeks, did I make a mistake in buying this knife for my use?
I’m wondering why when brining up a Buck knife as an all around USA made folding knife to recommend why go with the Buck 112 Tanger over the Buck Bantam 284? The 284 Bantam doesn’t have a pocket clip but it does have a nice lanyard hole, they have also thumb studs for both left and right handed and the kickback is mid handle lock back which makes opening the knife with that thumb stud easier than say the Buck 112 wheee the lock back goes nearly all the way down the handle and it’s more convenient to close the blade. It seems like to me the Buck Bantam 284 is a better user friendly knife to operate than the Buck 112 Ranger.
hey dca. been look at barlow style and slipjoints out of these options, which would you go with? 1: James brand - The wayland 2: QSP - Hedgehog 3 Pena x series - apache reverse tanto. (i know this isn't a slipjoint, i just like it.) been mulling over the prices and value of each blade and i am stuck. thanks.
QSP would prolly be the best option to get into a traditional. Great value. The Penas are awesome but obviously the price is up there. I haven't handled the Wayland but I haven't been impressed with James brand in general
If money permits Pena make some beautiful & well made blades and would be my pick. QSP probably offers better value (but still great quality) if that's an issue. Same as for @arrowheadguys7637, James Brand does nothing for me (I often refer to then as Jame Bland) - I'm not saying their bad or poor quality, I just find them generally uninspiring. Good luck.
@@realbroggo I've got a few. Biggest challenge there is waiting for the pattern you want to get released, then hoping you can get the one you want before they sell out. But they've been increasing the production batch quantities so they're a little easier to get these days.
Hey DCA and crew. I’m a little under a year into the knife hobby and I’ve picked up several slicey, shall we say “svelte” EDC knives. I’m looking to dip my toes into the chunky, overbuilt knife waters but since I’m not sure if I’d like them, is there something you’d recommend that doesn’t carry a premium price tag? I’d like to try to get the hefty folding knife experience without paying an arm and a leg (at least for the first one I try). Thanks and happy holidays!
Not sure what you consider a "premium price" but some larger knives I've enjoyed are the Benchmade Super Freek and Adamas, the Cold Steel AD-15, and the Spyderco Caribbean.
Cold Steel is what you're looking for. The Triad lock is simply the best, the closest you'll get to a fixed blade with a folder. SR1 lite is a tank of a knife, watch the Joe X torture test and see for yourself; the voyager large is lovely, the ad15 lite is on sale on midway USA for 50 buck and it has an equally strong lock but more fidgety.
Went out and looked over my collection. The CJRB Crag and Kizer Sheepdog are a couple other options that can get you a chonky boy knife affordably. I have the Knife Center exclusive version of each.
Can never get enough reviews on US made knives👍🏻
Got in today the new Knife Center Baby Banter in s35v. It's really sweet! And so is Knife Center getting it into my hands so fast. Thank you.
You guys need to do a “Beat the Icon” for the Hinderer XM-18. Loving the content and I can’t wait to see what you have coming for the new year!
The Xtreme Budget offering: Kershaw Cryo lol
I second that motion. The spyderco autonomy and the hinderer xm-18 are have been the hardest to get. For me anyways.
@@Squatch-sj3vg I never heard anything about that. I always knew him as a firefighter and EMS.
Hi DCA & Thomas! I am considering building an "a la carte" kitchen knife set. Will you please show and discuss a variety of good options for storing them (variety of blocks, magnets etc)? Thank you!
Y’all do a great job in relating to people…thus building trust and sales…appreciate y’all and hope you have a wonderful New Years! Use to live in Fredericksburg and appreciate that you do now…. Love from Texas!
I have a small handful of American knives my native five is just my straight-up go to. And my other ones are a lot nicer and have better materials but there's something about a comfortable everyday carry that just works
Just got a Buck 112 Pro TRX in orange for Christmas and I love it
Happy holidays and happy new year, DCA, Thomas, and Seth!! Thanks for consistently bringing awesome content to us from the knife world!
Wifey got me a spiderco Yojimbo for Christmas and it made me really happy breaking down all the Christmas boxes with it
In this era of knives, nobody should be choosing between design and specs. Finding a knife with both at just about any price range is doable. Once your collection gets up over 20 knives or so, you find yourself making the choice not to settle on either, otherwise you'll never really end up with knives you actually desire.
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Same here had to sell a bunch that just sat there
@druidic4353 I think we all start there. You buy some bad knives in order to discover what you do and do not like. Then you look at your collection and try to figure out who to give the junkers away to lol.
@@erickvazquez6518 I sold a few, but end up usually giving those cheapo knives that don't see carry time away to friends and most often they're a good step up for them
@@arrowheadguys7637 that’s true. I’ve given a fair amount of knives away. Some good ones too that later I’m like damn I actually liked that one
I think it would be interesting if you could tell us a little bit about the Knife Center. Like how long have you been in business, who founded the company, how many employees do you have and most importantly about how many knives do you sell each year. Thanks for all the great content!
Start the new year off with a new segment called “Knife Center Stuff” just remember to give me a shout out for the name! Haha
Happy the slim 112s got some love!!! One of my favorites
DCA your reviews have not only reignited my interest in knives after a several year hiatus but they have also influenced well over half of my current collection. I grew up with knives as my father was an EDC guy many years before it was a thing. He collected hundreds of knives, pens, zippos, and the like. Lately I’ve been been enjoying one of my most recent purchases, the CJRB Gobi. This knife gets very little attention but I think it’s awesome. Is there anything out there that’s a similar design that you recommend under the $100 mark? Doesn’t seem to be a lot out there.
DCA, another one for you. The Kabar Dozier, Buck Bantam, Buck 112 slim, and the Cold Steel Finn Wolf all share some common DNA. I really enjoy using these as edc knives but I’d really like to get something new along these same lines maybe under the $80 mark. Any recommendations?
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David C. Andersen for a great video. It does my heart good to see American-made knives on your program. It would be great to see one 2 or 3 times a year. When you have models in stock to sell us, it'd be great to see makers featured such as Bark River, L.T. Wright, White River, Esee, Bradford, Ontario, etc.
Thank you again for an excellent video.
Hey DAC ! Thanks for the help! He eventually went big and got the Crooked River just from seeing the size in hand.
Thank you! 3v for SURE. I appreciate the suggestions!
Love my Native 5. Perfect EDC knife that often gets overlooked by people. Probably because it has a back lock and isn’t as fidgety as other knives out there.
I prefer the sage 1 in maxamet. Easier one hand operation. The sage 5 is also a good pick. My favorite native is the native chief.
@@abc456f Sage 5 lw, with the pivot bushing, is excellent! However, I would love to see a larger version of the same exact design. 4 inch blade would be outstanding
How popular are tracker-style knives, like the tops tom brown or the Becker? Are they worth the additional weight over a more traditional fixed blade? You've mentioned knives in the past that can fit chopping tasks and batoning, so I wanted to ask if tracker style knives had any real advantages to those knives considering tracker knives are heavy and quite expensive.
Hi DCA! Happy New Year! I actually have two questions: 1. Can you, at some point, do a video about the Joker line of knives. I’ve seen reviews, but I’d really like to hear your thoughts about them. 2) Are button locks safe? I’ve been watching a lot of videos about knives that I”m thinking of purchasing and I got to wondering if button locks were safe. It occurred to me that if you aren’t paying attention or wearing gloves or something, if you grip too high it might fail. Am I just overthinking it? Thanks so much!
DCA. Seems to me it’s been quiet at Nordsmith knives in 2022 as far as drops. Just curious. Own several. Thank you. Happy New Year to You, Thomas and every one at knikecenter.
Confluence of events has forced it into more of a backburner project unfortunately (new kid, new house, more responsibilities at KnifeCenter). That said, got some cool things in store for 2023 :) -DCA
Would like to see a video on Top 10 investment quality production knives (e.g., Sibenza, AD20.5 Timascus, etc). Really enjoy all your videos DCA. My Knife Center wish list is really stacking up!
For the Crooked River Vs Griptilian guy, I have both and have XL hands. Both knives are plenty big enough for my hands. IMO the Griptilian is a more form fitting handle and is a better size for EDC. The Crooked River is awesome, but I generally carry it for camping or outdoor activities, because its pretty dang big. Can't go wrong with either for large hands tho, so really comes down to cost and appearance.
I’ve never had a problem with my hest yet & it’s taken some abuse. I know most new dpx knives are being made in USA now, and some being produced by toor knives. So they’ve definitely stepped it up.
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I agree the Kershaw Blur is a great knife for what it is. It was my EDC for many years and I still do occasionally. Edge retention isn't great, but a breeze to sharpen (for me) and I love the spring assisted. The Blur is my daughter's first folder. But these days my EDC is usually the Mini Adamas (unfortunately my action isn't nearly as smooth as the one in this video).
the blur does come in s30v if edge retention is the important thing to you
@@acid6urns No need for that when I have Cruwear and Magnacut.
@@Swearengen1980 oh i agree i have a pm2 in cruwear and a viper vale in magnacut, i love both of them but s30v isn’t anything to sneeze at still
Hi DCA & Crew - thank you for answering so many questions, I have learned a lot since I started watching. My question to you came up when watching recent news about the extremely cold weather. Are these temperatures low enough to affect the opening or locking mechanisms of our typical EDC knives, or to make some steels more prone to chipping or even breaking when prying or chopping? It would be good to to know when preparing for the worst this Winter.
Hi DCA, I love your videos! Why do you think the Benchmade Valet was discontinued? Didn't like the design? Price too high? It is one of my favorite knives and my first Benchmade.
I love it too. Still have a first production in m collection. As to why they disco'd it, they must not have been selling as many as they wanted. -DCA
Happy New Year..!!! All at The Knife Center. May all your knives come true..!!
Owned all the Spydercos, Cold Steels, etc. Emerson CQC-8 is really the ultimate. If your on the fence about the money. Get the Kershaw version. I had 2 of them before I got the real thing.
Great video and I agree with a lot of your picks.. I so wish you guys could open a brick and mortar because you guys are knowledgeable and have great customer service
Agreed, my best friend moved to VA last year, it'd be cool to be able to stop in and check out knives and see the legend DCA in person!
Hi all, new to EDC and I am looking for a recommendation. I chose the Civivi Praxis as my first folder. Overall I am pretty happy with it (nice action, micarta scales, good weight), but I would like sth smaller. I work at a desk, so a bit hard to justify having a large knife in my pocket as a daily carry.
I'd like sth with great action, multiple ways to open (the Praxis has no spidey flick option or thumbscrew, want sth more fidgety!), generally prefer a contoured handle. Drop point or maybe a tanto. Happy with a liner lock. I have seen some beautiful blades with a very high contour that look awesome. I'm not too fussed about the blade steel. I like the look of g10 for the handle. Thinking around $75-$100 USD, I am in Australia, so that won't really be 'budget here'. Can't be assisted as they are not legal here. Hope I am not being too picky with what I am looking for, with the prices we pay for knives here, I don't want to buy a bunch of them before find what I want. Thanks for the great content, keep it up :)
I’ve been using the blustery, midwestern winter to catch up on my TH-cam subscriptions, most of which are bushcraft focused. I’d be interested m in seeing your recommendations on Bushcraft tool combinations (hatchet, saw, axe, fixed blade, companion folder). I would also love to see your own personal set of tools.
The magnacut and polymer Hogue Deka would be my go-to USA recommendation.
My favorite USA made knife is my DCA exclusive Benchmade Griptilian with the the red handle and the silver blade.
Hi DCA, I recently lost my edc knife(benchmade north fork). I have also discovered a love for hunting. Can you suggest a finger safe edc folder and complimentary fixed blade to cover the task of field dressing animals, big and small? $400 combined budget. Thank you for your fun and informative videos.
I personally own the Reiff knives F6 and I love it!! Highly highly recommend it!
I have a full size Crooked River with normal man hands. I find the crossbar lock hard to actuate with such a large handled knife. my bugout and full size griptillian are much easier to use. The problem with the big handle is that I usually put the end of the handle into my palm to to give myself leverage with my fingers to pull back the crossbar axis lock. With the Crooked River the knife is too big to brace into my palm and I can't get leverage.
also the dpx has a hex driver holder as the lanyard hole
The native 5 needs to be in my pocket asap. I like the lc200n this time of year. All the corrosion resistance 👌🏻But the s110v is super high performing and also pretty corrosion resistant. What to do what to do 🤔
Those icemelt bags ain't gonna open themselves!
@@arrowheadguys7637yep, you got it 💪🏻
@@landscapingspecialist Yup, busy week last week. I used the red Griptilian shown in the vid.
What would you recommend for a full metal knife? One folder and one fixed, both sort of pocket size (could be carried in the back of the belt - hidden).
Hey KC, hey DCA!
Do you think elmax is an upgrade to s35vn? And if yes does the value jutifies the double price?
Wish everyone a happy new year from the other side of the big pond!
What would you recommend, for a Made in USA, small "key chain" knife? under 2in closed, closer to 1.75in would be even better, with a lanyard hole, to attach to a key chain.
Hey Steve Simmons, check out Survive Knives. They make beastly knives out west somewhere. Saber grinds, 20cv or 3v steel and g 10 handles. I think they make up to a 12” blade with kydex sheaths. I own five and love them all.
Very serious question: does a rusted blade inflict poison damage on enemies?
I am old which may be why my EDC is an older 2 blade Barlow. Nice and slim and easy in the pocket.
My friend you don't need to be old to enjoy a nice Barlow or Canoe or Sow Belly. All easy on the pocket (I use a beautiful worked leather belt pouch), easy to use and depending on brand well made - what's not to like. Have a great day.
Okay, here's a question. I've got a Benchmade black series folder that I've had for a couple of decades. It's a big brute, 9-1/4" overall, 4" D2 half serrated blade. These days I mostly use it for cutting twine on hay bales with the serrated edge. The twine is tough stuff, multi-strand nylon under high tension. But I've noticed that stabbing the blade into a tight bale to bring the serrations into play takes the edge off of the rest of the D2 blade. Would any of the more modern steels stand up better for this? I haven't seen a half serrated edge recently, guess they are out of favor. Oh, and I'm a lefty!
LT Wright illuminous is a dream. And despite what you said you can chop all day and strip it back to shaving g sharp. It’s 3V. Pretty dam indestructible if done right.
The Crooked River is one of those grail knives that you would want to collect. It’s heavy and too beautiful to beat. But you could.
Particularly enjoyed this one. But, I've been USA focused lately blade wise of late. Have thought of or toned some of these...
Hey DCA - I’m on a quest to find the most fidgety folder possible BUT it has to be compliant with Canadian laws… No button locks, no axis or its variants, no automatics, no assisted… Best I could find so far is Buck’s Trunk, which I can flick open with lots of practice… Anything better out there? I know - not actual legal advice - just inspiration!
Loved you in Stranger Things - thanks!
Love the channel. Informative and fun. Just a thought on the us knives for everyone. Living in the UK means we are limited to carrying a folding knife with no lock and 3inch or less blade. I wonder what you would recommend for your cousins across the pond (other than immigration). Keep up the good work
Hmmm... Loosing your gun rights didn't make everyone safe? Now they're after your knives!
Could you recommend some edc fixed blades, no blade length restrictions, but aren't neck knifes sub $75 I've been eyeing the Kizer Baby, but want to see some other options you'd recommend
Hi knife center. Got the native in magnacut. For me it’s a edc that’s got a good price point. Had it for several years. Easy for me to take apart and clean. Just don’t wax your car with it in your pocket, the pocket clip will get your car every time. Lol
Hey DCA! Question for a future episode: are there some modern knives that can beat my good old opinel no8 as slicers, mainly for cutting food ? Ideally in a budget range, less than 100$. Thanks!!
Working on an Opinel Beat the Icon vid, coming soon. ;) -DCA
@@knifecenter amazing, thanks !!
Hey, hey DCA!
I did not get the kitchen knife I wanted for Christmas.
Looking for a prep knife with a hand-filling grip, crowned spine, and stainless steel.
Mostly for cutting pork and chicken meats in to smaller pieces and cutting vegetables. Thanks and Happy New Year to you and Thomas!
Good evening gents from your number 1 limey fan! 🇬🇧
My question is about recurves, how much is too little and how much is too much?
What are your opinions on this?
Take care
Graham
i wouldn’t suggest the lightweight spyderco knives 5:07
I like this guy! He knows his knives!
Buck 110 is a great starter knife
I've heard of bucks legendary heat treat of the 420hc, I've heard the same about cold steels aus8A, people claim that those steels from those companies perform more like VG10, is this at all true?
I would say better than vg10!
DCA and Tommy Boy, I am driving cross country to take my dog Bodhi to meet a French bulldog he met on the internet. I'm not sure if the owners are gonna be rough and tumble country folk or sophisticated city folk but I want a knife that would impress either. Is there a small fixed blade with hollow grind and micarta scales under 100 buckaroos?
I did a full search on the site and there was only 1 knife that met your criteria that I could find but it looks like a good match. CRKT 2382K Alan Folts Biwa. Looks like a nice lil blade.
@@arrowheadguys7637 excellent! Bodhi's play date is gonna be great! Thanks
FAQ: Benchmade Bugout in S30v VS. Hogue Deka in CPM Magnacut. Pros and cons? I absolutely love your videos btw!
thank u gentlemen, merry christmas & happy new years
DCA, I love my Kershaw Blur in 14C28N but I decided to check the laws in my state and the blade is too long, bummer. What is your recommendation for a Blur substitute with a blade at or below 3 inches? Thanks!
Hey now! Love my We kitefin, it’s thin, slicey, and looks classy. I’ve been carrying it for a while and looking for new edc. What would you suggest for something just at nice?
Hey, David, I have been a subscriber for a couple of months and really enjoy your videos and the information you provide.
I need some recommendations for a few knives. I will be turning 55 soon, and I have been reminiscing about times with my grandfather. He introduced me to knives at a very young age (cub scout years), and he gave me all the knives I owned until he passed when I was 15. I received slip joint knives (single blade, double blade and triple blade) with that classic gentlemen look, since I was a young man in training up until I was about 10 or 11. I couldn’t take them to school, but I could carry them to church (go figure). Then he gave me a back lock classic looking knife with a 4’ blade, man my chest stood out like it had hair own it, no other guy had one like it in my boy scout troop. Sadly, the last knife that I received from him was a Swiss Army Knife when I was about 14. Unfortunately, I do not have any of those knives because of a house fire.
So, David (and Thomas), if you agree to take this mission, I will be forever grateful…I am seeking several slip joint gentleman knives (single, double and triple blades) with the classic gentlemen’s look and a nice back lock knife. I am on the fence with the Swiss Army Knife because I didn’t get to enjoy it with my Granddad, but I am open if you provide suggestions. I can go as high as $175 per knife, but I am not against low budget options.
Thank you in advance. Duane
Can you pretty please do a comparison. A new brand you carry, Kubey Coeus vs the most comparable Spyderco.
Hi DCA, I love your channel. Keep up the great work. Now for my question. I am looking for a knife both for hunting use and for survival / bushcraft activities. Therefore, the blade should be at least 23 - 25 cm long, full tang and stainless. Can you guys give me some suggestions. Thank you very much.
Have you ever reviewed the Cobratec brand?
Fabulous Knives Like Always
I have used my Delica for years. Bought a Ladybug for my niece for Xmas. Since they were on sale I got myself an Endura. The Endura is now my new go to… feels better in the hand, Larger blade gives me more control IMHO, more cutting options than shorter delica.
Can you recommend a slipjoint with a locking pin (like boker plus caracal or crkt journeyer)
Hey dca and Seth love the videos. What pocket do u carry your primary folder in? I prefer the back right with my wallet. Just curious what the pros do.
Front right -DCA
I always recommend the OKC RAT 1 or 2. As the "everyman" knife. Mainly cause it's cheap and built like a tank. Bronze washers etc a person really can't go wrong.
Hey DCA and the reverse tanto goblin, any suggestions for a budget friendly fidgety knife? (Around 60 dollars or so) Thanks.
Also my dad is looking for a camp/picnic/food prep knife. Like a low cost spydiechef.
Civivi Clavi looks like a great executive knife option. But it lacks a deep carry pocket clip, like most of their other designs. Can I replace the stock clip with a deep carry clip from another Civivi?
Hi DCA, it will soon be my birthday, I wanted to know if you can recommend any folding knife, based on five of the folding production knives in my collection? The WE Elementum blue, the Benchmade Valet, the Kizer Latt Vind in titanium, the Buck 110 slim with green micarta and S30V and the Buck Bantam 284. Thank you and sorry if my English is not very good.
Hey DCA!
I need a recommendation. Im right handed and cut a lot of shrink wrap at work. It keeps sliding off of the belly of my blade.
I was thinking of some sort of hawkbill or claw style knife, but i dont want a karambit/tactical style knife so i dont get in trouble at work. Thanks!
You could try the Cold Steel Tuff Lite? They have a couple shapes that could work?
I'd suggest a wharncliff or sheepsfoot blade that you can drag the tip and keep it in the cut, or a tanto like the bailout you can use the point between edges to drag through cuts
I hear your pain. If you're after a hawk bill for an affordable price have you considered a Honey Badger? They make their knives in small, medium & large with several blade shapes - inc. hawk bill. They come with either 8Cr stainless or D2 semi - D2 would hold an edge longer. Good luck.
@@realbroggo
Unfortunately i can only find them in the serrated versions, and im not sure how well that would work with shrink wrap.
My mind thinks serrated is better for fiberous materials like cordage
@@tarinindell8217 You're right in one way. Serrations will totally cut the material however cut is likely to be jagged and difficult to control. Again, good luck!
The native 5 has held up for years. Great knife.. I have so many expensive stuff but I absolutely carry this. . Enjoy everyone, happy new year!
For outdoors working with gloves, the big crooker river is my choice hands down against the griptilian
Hi DCA. I'm looking for a left handed framelock or linerlock knive. what options are there?
Knife that's well designed but not well spec'd: the VG-10 Delicas. Often criticized for subpar materials by 2022 standards, and for not having a good blade to handle length ratio. They also just raised the price another $7 since the last time I checked (it was $81 last year, now it's $88).
QUESTION - Wife is letting me pick ONE knife for my bday. No limit. If you could pick ANY knife at a grand or under.... what would it be and why? What about half that at 5-600? Thanks
Buy a nafs lander and get a great bottle of tequila and a Cuban cigar
What knife strikes your fancy? Get something that means something, and makes you happy to use or hold. It's a present, which means it's for YOU, from someone who wants to make YOU happy. Figure out what that is, and go for it. Personally, I'd probably get the Case Equestrian because I'm a barefoot trimmer and it would be fun to carry and have to mark this time in my life and a wonderful person who gave it to me.
Just my opinion, but Chris Reeve knives are the best production knives.
I would ask for a TRC Apocalypse, or a Zombie Tools Vakra! I would want something that I wasn’t afraid of beating the crap out of, for that kind of money! It would be easy to just pick a safe queen folder. Good luck
Hey DCA, I know you are a big fan of Silky saws, wanted to get your thoughts on their Nata, Ono, and Yoki. Also your thoughts on a companion knife for the Nata, around 4" and sub $150.
I clicked on this saying to myself “they’re going to overlook the Native5 yet again.”🙄🤣
I carried a Native5 LW exclusively for 6 years (s90v). Perfect choice, tho I highly recommend a Lynch clip
“What’s the best kind of knife…A sharp one” Perfect answer.
Hey DCA what is the most well rounded steel for a fixed blade knife with intention of using it in multiple applications for example EDC all the way to heavy outdoor use? Thanks
Hi DCA, so I was considering the Bastinelli Pika and the Spiderco Street Beat as an EDC tactical fixed blade. Out of these two which would you choose, and if you have other suggestions they will be greatly appreciated? The top of my price range is about how much the Pika costs so $150. Thanks and enjoy tue holidays!
Hey DCA. I have a question for you. I have become quite a Spyderco fan over the last year and love their looks and feel of the knives. But are there a similar brand that leans a bit in the Spyderco direction? And of course, keep up the awsome content for us knife-nerds🔪👌
i just noticed Joker knives, like their nessmuk... are they any good???
Well DCA, you threw “pig iron” out there as if it were a normal weekly reference, so I just had to look it up. With all this fancy steel knowledge in my brain, I was actually surprised I had never come across the term pig iron. Thank you for the knowledge and I agree that it would be about as bottom of the barrel as you could get as far as blade material goes.
Hi DCA and Thomas and happy holidays! I just got into this hobby by buying a Civivi Brazen, but I feel it is a little too big and heavy (and threatening to use, I’m in Italy) so I was looking for a smaller and lighter EDC blade, possibly under 80/90$ (conversion in € is a bit complex). I got my eyes onto the Civivi Baby Banter and the Spyderco Dragonfly 2 Salt, but I’m open to hear from you!
Spyderco "Ambitious". Sturdy, lightweight, grippy for its size. Blade length is just under 2 1/2" and every bit of it is sharpened edge. MSRP around $60--got mine on sale for $42. Mine is all-black & fully serrated. It's my Chicago-legal carry knife.
Maybe look at the Knife Center Baby Banter with the upgraded steel and handle.
Dragon fly 2 in K390 is a great knife. Love mine. Small knife but designed perfect for a full grip in hand.
Three years ago I quit buying knives, and started making them...What a rabbit hole! Now if I want a folder, I find someone to trade one of my fixed blades for it. I acquired a nice Shaman, & a sprint Endura that way.
Question: Purchased a CIVIVI button lock with the Jade handle from Knife Center. I am a farmer and use my knife everyday without question and get tired of buying a new knife every year so I spent a little more than I would have. The blade is black coated and is already has scratches. I have only had this a few weeks, did I make a mistake in buying this knife for my use?
Sounds like you are using the knife well! Any good honest use will put scratches on the blade, but there is nothing to worry about. -DCA
No Hogue Deka?
Over three inches on the blade length, which violated one of my criteria I was adhering to. -DCA
I’m wondering why when brining up a Buck knife as an all around USA made folding knife to recommend why go with the Buck 112 Tanger over the Buck Bantam 284?
The 284 Bantam doesn’t have a pocket clip but it does have a nice lanyard hole, they have also thumb studs for both left and right handed and the kickback is mid handle lock back which makes opening the knife with that thumb stud easier than say the Buck 112 wheee the lock back goes nearly all the way down the handle and it’s more convenient to close the blade.
It seems like to me the Buck Bantam 284 is a better user friendly knife to operate than the Buck 112 Ranger.
Great table this afternoon!
hey dca. been look at barlow style and slipjoints
out of these options, which would you go with?
1: James brand - The wayland
2: QSP - Hedgehog
3 Pena x series - apache reverse tanto. (i know this isn't a slipjoint, i just like it.)
been mulling over the prices and value of each blade and i am stuck.
thanks.
QSP would prolly be the best option to get into a traditional. Great value. The Penas are awesome but obviously the price is up there. I haven't handled the Wayland but I haven't been impressed with James brand in general
If money permits Pena make some beautiful & well made blades and would be my pick. QSP probably offers better value (but still great quality) if that's an issue. Same as for @arrowheadguys7637, James Brand does nothing for me (I often refer to then as Jame Bland) - I'm not saying their bad or poor quality, I just find them generally uninspiring. Good luck.
@@realbroggo The other option would be to snag a Jack Wolf
@@arrowheadguys7637 Oh yeah. Definitely modern take on a traditional. Pricing not too bad either. 😀
@@realbroggo I've got a few. Biggest challenge there is waiting for the pattern you want to get released, then hoping you can get the one you want before they sell out. But they've been increasing the production batch quantities so they're a little easier to get these days.
Hey DCA and crew. I’m a little under a year into the knife hobby and I’ve picked up several slicey, shall we say “svelte” EDC knives. I’m looking to dip my toes into the chunky, overbuilt knife waters but since I’m not sure if I’d like them, is there something you’d recommend that doesn’t carry a premium price tag? I’d like to try to get the hefty folding knife experience without paying an arm and a leg (at least for the first one I try). Thanks and happy holidays!
Not sure what you consider a "premium price" but some larger knives I've enjoyed are the Benchmade Super Freek and Adamas, the Cold Steel AD-15, and the Spyderco Caribbean.
Cold Steel is what you're looking for. The Triad lock is simply the best, the closest you'll get to a fixed blade with a folder. SR1 lite is a tank of a knife, watch the Joe X torture test and see for yourself; the voyager large is lovely, the ad15 lite is on sale on midway USA for 50 buck and it has an equally strong lock but more fidgety.
Went out and looked over my collection. The CJRB Crag and Kizer Sheepdog are a couple other options that can get you a chonky boy knife affordably. I have the Knife Center exclusive version of each.
Cold Steel SR1 Lite is the cheapest chonkiest experience going these days at about 56 bucks. Fantastic affordable tanks! bit.ly/3Gkg9uz -DCA