Knife Maintenance Sucks Because You're Doing It Wrong...The Best EDC Screwdrivers For Knife Nerds!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 เม.ย. 2023
- Get your Knafs "S5" Driver here: bit.ly/3ULJzs7
Wiha T-10 Bit 🤓: bit.ly/3GNLcQh
Ben just created what may be the best screwdriver/bit driver out there for tinkering with and upgrading your knife on the go! We sat down to have a full talk through of his new driver and see how it measures up with all the others. There is nothing worse then striping out pivot or scale screws when you are trying to do a little bit of maintenance. I've tried just about every tool out there so it was fun to see the though Ben has put into his new driver and why it really is so dang handy!
CRKT Driver: amzn.to/43B6c6r (affiliate link)
Benchmade Blue Box: amzn.to/3UTyipX (affiliate link)
Kershaw Driver: amzn.to/3KFbXaH (affiliate link)
Wiha/Boker Driver: amzn.to/40fN7nw (affiliate link)
0:01 Is this the best EDC Bit Driver?
0:16 The importance of being a tinkerer
0:48 Husky Homedepot Driver
2:12 Benchmade Blue Box
3:50 Wiha Tools and Bits
4:30 Price does matter
7:07 Knafs Driver Bits
10:04 Why we hesitate to work on our knives
11:36 Pen Drivers VS Box Drivers
16:08 Why length of driver is essential to not stripping your hardware
19:10 We all love a good fidget factor😁
20:03 What I would change about the Knafs Driver and why it's still great
23:13 It's always better to build up then break down
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Everyone go buy this Knafs driver. Ben clearly needs the money because he can’t afford a haircut!
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The luscious locks are a choice. Maybe a poor choice? Hard to say. 🤣
Will do!
@@benbanters … rock it! Go full Micheal Bolton!
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BEN AND ZAC AT IT AGAIN??? Instantly the best video of the day! Love you guys ❣
Hope you dig it! The support means the world🤘
Already liked in second 6, lol.
Best tip I’ve ever been given was to set up my phone to record disassembly. It helps so much for knives, firearms, cars, locks, etc. EVERYTHING. saved my butt a number of times
All day! Great tip!
@@zacinthewild . Do you have a email so we can send you pictures of are carries . I sent a pic on Instagram but it was never seen. I have updated version would like to show you.
Would like a T-10 as well. Don't have to give up the flathead, though, just add the T-10. It has room to carry 3 arlund the outside, and yku can just keep the 4th in the "user" position.
I don’t know what it is about you two but could watch you all day talk about anything! Great as always. Thanks for the great products and entertainment!
I personally went with the Wera Stubby magazine. I consider Wera Tools to be of the most premium quality and liked their magazine design/access the most.
This thing does look super clean though!
Hats off to Ben. He's pretty much reinvented the wheel with every product he comes out with. He's a marketing genius to get people to buy this stuff.
Just ordered mine.
I’ve got more than enough drivers and bits from years of knife tinkering. Got this because:
1. It looks great 👍🏻
2. I appreciate the design thinking
3. Just want to support what you guys do for the knife community. Keep it up!
Really means a lot! Would love to hear your take on it!
I hope you guys continue to find reasons to continue making videos together. I always look forward to watching when I see a new one pop up in my TH-cam feed because of the fun friendly chemistry you guys have. 👍
...and another fine Knafs project. Keep it up Ben 🙌
Hard to beat the Klein Tools precision driver set for a desk/toolbox setup, but this looks like a good compact option
I really dig the Kline tools 22 in 1 technician driver. I keep I in my tool bag it had everything in it to take my Benchmade Barrage apart no problem. Not super portable but, a great tool.
Love you guys. I've been tinkering and taking things apart since I was 4 and I just love tools and their design and how it feels in the hand and from this end it look like you hit this one out of the park...great job and keep doing what you doing 😁
I was literally just looking at Knafs and saw this driver when this video popped up. In my cart and getting ordered now! Love the work you both do in designing and educating people.
Yeah!🤘
The driver looks awesome! Love how much thought Ben put into the design. Functionality and the colours are right up my street.
Cheers guys!
Love hearing you and Ben talk about product design and philosophy!
This looks great! I agree with Zac about the T10. It may not be as common as the flathead, but I need it for my Spyderco knives and I can use the flathead on my Victorinox. Also, the flathead is the easiest tool to improvise: a prybar, a dime, a key, even a fingernail can work in a pinch (at least to get by until you can find an actual flathead).
Ben makes things that are needed in the community. Well done, AGAIN 👍
I bought a KNAFS bit driver to swap the scales on one of my landers to black micarta scales, and this also happened to be my first time customizing a knife (I’m new to this knives hobby). I’m really happy with my purchase, especially after watching this video explaining the why behind the design! You’re making some really great stuff, Ben! And great video as always, Zac and Jamie!
Buy cheap Chinese stuff or top tier stuff. Avoid the middle. Just getting out of collecting(outside a couple grails I may grab). Knives are 10x better than 10 years ago, and appear they will be 10x better in 10 more
Great new product Ben! Love the videos with you and Zak talking gear. ✌
Love sitting down with this dude!
I love when the both of you get together. Awesome content as always.
Ordered. Looks awesome. Thanks guys!
Been building a new EDC pouch to carry in my backpack. The new Knafs one looks like a good idea.
Wow. Love the tool. Design a 1/4" version. I know you can do it! I use those all the time doing property maintenance. Not just knife stuff. Absolutely love your passion
I love the thought Ben brings to the knife world !
I bought the knafs. Only negative is the bit holder is short so it can't fit double ended bits or store them on the sides because the cavities are too short.
So the excellent Hoto Precision bits aren't compatible. But, the wiha bits work in the Hoto. The Hoto also stores 24 bits and isn't too much bigger than the Knafs.
Very cool! I've been looking at various tools like this recently and I wasn't very happy with any of them. I have a Kobalt micro driver tool that uses the 4mm bits, but they are trash - they twist so easily.
Bit storage is another gripe of mine with so many of these tools.
Just ordered 2 Knafs drivers and a set of extra bits - one for Spydie maintenance, the other for work. Work, I need the P1/2, and small slotted screws fairly regularly, and this is the perfect balance for all of it.
I bought one over 3 weeks ago and have already used on a para 3 as well as 2 miguron knives and 2 cjrb knives and it has worked flawlessly on every torx encountered. Super fidget friendly and awesome to use.
Gonna have to grab one of these to upgrade the burrito at some point; while I have a larger IFIXIT bit driver set (I work mainly with computers and small electronics) that's ideal for general light duty and really weird fasteners, the one that came with the burrito is a bit insufficient for the intended application. Genuinely excellent function-informed design, and an inspiration to tinker and invent too.
Really love these deeply introspective types of videos on EDC gear and the tools we use to maintain them. You're one of a few channels that really delve into the "why" of a tool's form or inclusion in a kit regularly, keep it up!
And I'm the one-in-one hundred oddball that wants a phillips bit on it instead of the flathead. 😅
Thank you Ben for another in a lone of awesome innovative tools.
Another Zac and Ben video! I'm here for it! The moment I saw that Ben made a bit driver I ordered it immediately! Cant wait for it to arrive :)
Love it! Haven’t gotten to check this one out yet. My daily “driver” is the griffin tool MK2 tool. Came with a set of wiha bits, ball bearing, 3 bits stored in the body, so yes, gotta dump it out, but its the 3 bits I need when servicing a knife, full size bits which I prefer, BUT, it’s a bit pricey. Great solution for the price!!!
I probably qualify as a bit-driver addict so I've got a lot of years and a lot of drivers, good and bad, to compare. I was interested enough to buy one of these (thanks for the quick shipping!) and was so impressed that I ordered a second copy the next day. 👍 The only small thing I'd change would be to offer a choice between T10, slotted and P1 when ordering, but that's a small point. Very well done, and thanks!
Immediately ordered, looks awesome. Ben knows what's up 🤘
Great timing. I was looking at a Big Idea screwdriver but I'm going for this one.
I was ready to buy a Wiha GoBox micro driver set when I saw the Knafs driver launch. Great driver and awesome that it uses the Wiha bits. The feel, fit, and finish is great too.
I have it and love it! I think $25 is definitely reasonable for this tool. I couldn’t believe how smooth the end cap is but you do need the seat belts on if your going to fidget.
No knifes in bags yet thank goodness, I did have one almost bagbound after dropping it in the parking lot, washers pivot and all, the sand and dirt stuck nicely to everything. Had to breakdown that brand new knife twice all because I wanted different scales. Worth it.
I use a bit driver all the time in my day job, and I've experimented with just about every brand out there and used them extensively. I landed on the Husky bit driver that was shown at the start of the video as the best for my needs and I've used one for years and years. On the Kanfs bit driver, I like the design choices Ben made. The choices he made make a lot of sense. The only thing I think I would have done differently is find a way to store the bit's internally, or more securely on the outside. Personally, I place a higher priority on being able to switch bits quickly and the seat belts seem fiddly and slow to use. I also think if you used the tool without the seat belts you would lose bits as you carried the tool around. I do think I'll buy one and try it out because other than the bit storage I love the design of the driver.
Gotta have one. Just ordered it Thanks
Definitely jumping on this when I can. I stripped the bits on the Kershaw fixing a 110 sport. The best bits for THAT price. Yep I'm doing it.
The Benchmade Bluebox was my first bit set! Serviceable for what it is. Nice to have the 3 sizes. I do tend to prefer to have a T10 available.
Yep, got one ordered. Gotta support Ben! :D
Just placed my order. Picked up the T10 bit as well. Looking forward to retiring the blue box and using a well made driver! Thanks for the great video Zac and Ben.
It is night and day! Let me know how you like it🤘
Zac and Ben = Zen
I just got the Wiha torx bits selector because I didn't have a T6 to switch a pocket clip. Great video!
Love this!! I might have to steal it🤣
@@zacinthewild 😄
I'm such a tinkerer too. I'm always taking stuff apart kr fiddling with something.
But man I've stripped a lot of t6 bits because they just weren't good bits.
Super handy to see the bits on the outside so it's easy to grab the one you need!
Super cool driver hopefully I'll pick one up soon.
Glad to see another episod with you two guys. Couple of thoughts, although I haven't handled Ben's screwdriver yet, if it's hollow it could have fit 1,2,3 extra bits inside(guess you'd have to lose the spinning cap), it also looks like it could fit the 4'th bit on the outside among the other 3.
Enjoyed it Zac. I'm for sure snag'n a couple of these drivers.
Congrats on the cool design Ben.
Thanks!🙏
@@zacinthewild Heck yeah dude. Love your channel.
This is awesome! Especially for an always on you tool. Now I use a PB Tools stubby driver which is really nice, and the lift style bit „garage“ is really cool, but I have it in my backpack, not my edc pouch. And no, I have none of my knives in ziplock bags, if I disassemble one, I will keep going until it’s back together again 😅
Outstanding, as always! Design question, could it be made with a 1/4” driver, and hollow out the storage areas more towards the center of the handle, to allow for storage of the larger bits? I’m not sure if I’m explaining my idea in a way that actually makes any sense 🤪. Regardless, I’ll be ordering one shortly. Wishing you both continued success!
Been looking into edc pocket drivers and this came at a good time :)
Ordered! I have the Audacious Concept Knife Tool XS for on the go knife stuff (incredible tool), but will use this for at home use! I also picked up a mat💪
I bought two kits with CRKT brass drivers that have a leather roll up and about 15 bits.. but I like Ben's driver interest me.
I thinking it's perfect. I need one.
Hope i can get it to Denmark.
Got me a lander last week and love it 😉👍🏼.
Thank you Ben.
And thanks Zac and Jamie love the canal. 👍🏼😁
So good to see these two together on screen again. I miss the older Blade HQ videos. I miss Kurt as well. Haha
I’ve had my KNAFS driver for a few weeks, it’s outstanding.
Looks awesome and I like the fidget factor.
I'd be worried that the o rings would stretch out over time, or perish and go brittle. But that's because I work with o rings every day.
I'd love this with expansion packs with everyday bits. Like slotted, Phillips 2 etc. I'm looking for an EDC driver (not just for knife adjustment) and this could be a great option.
Just went to Knafs and purchased one !!! 😎👍 Thanks Benn 😁👍
Bought it on launch day. It's perfect when paired with the Tool Burrito!
I like it a lot! In my head it is associated with the world of knives, so I agree with Zac that I would put a T10, which however I can change if I want it for more generalized use. I hope it is available in my country so I can buy it.
Yeah I ordered one today can't wait for it to get here It looks really sweet
The Knafs Bit Driver is fantastic! I cannot suggest it enough! I have gotten so many friends and family members to order one.
Watched this and ordered on my iPad half way through.
I also agree about the T10 thing. Ben’s website (and Amazon) seem to be out of stock. Once I find one of those- it will be perfection.
I carry a CRKT driver at work and I really like it. Can carry four bits inside of it and it’s pretty compact. I work in IT and needed something for random screws I may need to undo when I’m not at my desk.
The S5! Great vid!
just bought the driver! also a t10 from wiha's site bc knafs out, lol. t6, t8 & t10 will be perfect for me with my EDC balisongs! been looking for something exactly like this, can't wait to try it!
Love this video 👍
The best entertainment duo ever!!!
Love you're channel.
I like the harbor freight icon bit ratchet set. It's more than the knafs driver, but it uses 1/4 bits, ratchets, has an extension, can be used as a T-handle, and comes with all the bits you need, and a 1/4 socket adaptor. Only drawbacks are the weight and cost, but it's a great one and done solution.
Very ingenious design. Congrats to Ben for that. Great video guys
I use the Wiha stubby and the CRKT-Wu driver. Every now and then (esp. with goops of LocTite) I can't get the torque necessary with the CRKT/pen style driver, but the girth of the stubby gave enough. I think it may be really nice to have a 4mm hex hole on the SIDE of the KNAFS driver, so I can stick one of the extra hex bits in there for occasional extra leverage and extra torque - kinda like using an allen-key.
Just bought the Knafs driver a month or so ago after talking with Ben at Blade Show Texas. Honestly, I took the o-ring "seatbelts" off almost right away and fidget with this thing like crazy and have never had them fly off like they do in this video. I think it's fine without them. The driver truly is great though, just wish it had more bits. Thinking of getting a full bit kit of those smaller size Wiha bits just to keep handy.
The nicest guy in Hollywood is Keanu Reeves. Whenever he makes a movie, it's a Blockbuster. The nicest guy in the Knife World is Ben of Knafs, whatever he touches turn to gold. We can feel the passion when Ben talks about a product. Great to see "fair dinkum" guys chatting & ranting (pros & cons) about their profession. Reckon Ben should create/invent a bit driver that could be use on multitools. Thought we throw that out there. Cowabunga.!!
Ordered mine when it dropped. Bought a T10 to go with it for my Spyderco knives. I just keep the flat head in the end and the 3 torx bits in the magnetic slots.
Great way to carry four!
got mine at blade show tx after talking with ben, it’s a fun fidget and even more useful lil guy.
I hate how much I love to fidget with it🤣
11:53 Zac! CRKT also sells it in a leather scout roll with Wiha bits inside!
That's the one I got this year as well! And I am loving it! If only Ben released his bit driver sooner, I might have gotten his one!
That is a rad tool design. I will have to pick one up but I have to add this is not just for knives, a little driver is super useful for many other things. One random one, my nephew's 3rd birthday, every toy he got was screwed into the box, then needed a screwdriver for battery panels.... I have a multitool but this would have been amazing to use for that. Also this video was awesome, didn't think I would watch it to the end but great video.
Great video!
Yea I’ve taken multiple knives apart. It’s scary. I can’t figure out how they go back, or I have the wrong tools. I believe this bit driver would help me out!
And I’ve stripped out a screw on my leatherman. I tried to tighten the clip. I was using the wrong size bit and stripped it. I think I used a t9, and should’ve used a t10.
I have a bit set I bought from Walmart, but some of the bits fell out of the rubber holder.
Thanks Zac an Ben.
I'm doing it wrong?!Impossible 🤬
Good to see you guys together 🫡
I got a screwdriver from Amazon that's like those old pens that you can select the color. Only with different screwdriver tips, it's incredible
Watched this, then 19 hours of TH-cam videos on bit drivers this gets suggested to me again. All great stories come back to the beginning.
Own at least three drivers, a Maratac, the Kershaw that was used in the video, and a Wiha set. I carry the Kershaw and Maratac on my person everyday. I really like the Maratac besides that I have to carry bits separately. But all of it goes in the same bag in a cargo pocket.
I would also like to brag that I have no disassembled knives sitting in bags. I’m pretty good about that.
Dude I love the Knafs S5 bit driver. I carry it in my Data Crew pouch daily and it comes in handy. Funny thing about the Spyderco end post. I actually tried to use the bit driver end without a bit to push out the post and kinda messed up the aluminum end and had to file it smooth again haha. Super useful tool man. Actually thinking about getting a second one.
I love it! I would have added knurling at the bottom where your fingers grip it
"You had me at hello!", all kidding aside this is a nice driver! I've been looking for something like this that would cost me a fortune! Love this driver, thank you!
Been in the market for a driver and you guys sold me on this one.
Knife Banter hasn’t been the same since you guys left.
Neat design! My two main thoughts are: What about an accompanying pen-shaped bit holder? And would it be possible to squeeze a 1/4" driver into a pen shape? Pen loops are common, so I love the idea of being able to drop a small screwdriver kit into 1 or 2 loops. No need for a separate case to protect other stuff in the bag.
personally, i really love my hoto tool i got off amazon for everyday precision work because of the form factor and how many bits it has for electronics and knives, i love wera bits the most theyre basically bulletproof, and the icon flex head ratchet bit set is by far one of the best knife tools you can get, the only good tool from harbor freight lol. the thing i love about it is that since it comes with an extension handle, you can really fine tune knives especially balisongs to exactly what you need vs sitting there and tweaking on a screw too tight then too loose
I love my Hoto as well. Far superior to anything they brought into this video. The drivers they presented are garbage and too large when compared to what you get with the Hoto tool.
Love the bit driver, I will be ordering one to help be even more mobile with my tinker game lol. Since I have a Tool Burrito in my tinker arsenal, I have a case of Wiha Torx bits and that CRKT brass bit driver. I don’t currently have any knives in ziplock bags lol, but I thought my Lander was going to be last weekend. I wanted to take my Lander fully apart for a good cleaning and wasn’t paying enough attention and dropped the stop pin, I heard it hit something wood and just knew it hit the floor and must’ve rolled under the sofa to never be seen again lol. After a hr or two I taped the blade up and started putting the pieces in a bag, went for the screws still on the burrito magnets and bam there was the pin. It didn’t hit the floor, it his the wood tv table I was working off of and bounced close enough to be caught by a magnet lol.
This very interesting. Not that the Kershaw tool bothered me to dump the bits out, but it is noisy if you get to moving around as it jingles and adds a bearing feature with onboard storage. 👍
Great to see you two in a video again. Ben your hair looks great!
Shared to my group ❤❤ I’m gona pick one up Wednesday never use cheap bits. It will strip always use wiha or good strong bits.
Ben made it, how can it not be a win. Made with love
Linus and Ben have taught me that apparently I like collecting screwdrivers almost as much as I like collecting knives.
I like how you can put together vans, engines, bikes, etc but the Boker is what gets ya!
My favorite thing is buying something and then a day later seeing a video saying why it’s such a good product.
I agree with Ben on everything he says for some reason. I am impressed by the design and the philosophy and the fact that he can compliment a competitor and still make something he believes is better.
He puts a ton of thought and R&D into his stuff for sure🤘
Agreed. T-10 would be nice.
That new driver he designed looks awesome I must try one out.
OR, add a fourth groove. Since there are only three, I’ll store my T10 (or whichever one I used last) in the tip. I like it.