Remember the days where spydercos were quality materials at a decent price? Now every time I consider picking one up there’s another price increase! Thanks for another video to feed my addiction DCA. good content as always.
The only time I can justify it is if they're released on spydercos website and I get the half off military discount from MSRP. Then it feels like an ok price😂. But few of the spydercos I like are ever there and I feel for those who can't get them discounted down to a semi reasonable price
I love my old Old Timer. I am glad they updated it. I have quite a few knives for camp, EDC, and as I call it "utility" I use my Old Timer as "when need a knife" situation. I have a Kershaw for cutting tape/boxes. My true EDC is a 943 Benchmade and camp knife is that and a Barrage.
Couldn't click on fast enough, I love everything about this channel, DCA is awesome! So good at his job and explaining the knives, He makes it look easy and you can tell that he really loves knives, he's just not someone that knifecenter propped up to sell knives.
Took the words right out of my mouth, I use to really like blade HQ especially week one Wednesdays, I couldn't wait for those to be on but ever since Zach left it's been horrible! And I mean absolutely horrible unwatchable so unprofessional!
I wonder if we'll ever see the Tenacious with S35VN with anything other than the Blue FRN scales without having to buy the cheaper version with black scales and swapping them. Would be nice to see Persistence with S35VN option as well.
Love the design of the T.M. Hunt Big Bear Bowie, as well as the Schrade Old Timer Heritage series. I look forward to see if they continue to update old models such as the 152OT Old Timer Sharpfinger, 158OT Old Timer Guthook Skinner, 15OT Deerslayer, 156OT Old Timer Lil' Finger, and the 165OT Old Timer Woodsman.
The Medford 48 is not for M4 Sherman tank but M48 Patton tank (a line of tanks going from M46, M47, M48 and M60 with all kind of different models all referred to Patton). The four star’s are correct about his rank. He was referred to General George S Patton Jr. but was actually the III his son was the VI and commanded some of the same units that his father did raising to rank two star General before retiring.
Hi DCA, I'm wondering about sharpening on stones, hones etc. - or more specifically - when to use which device for which steels. For instance, I heard that a metal honing rod doesn't work well with higher HRC ratings, or that "super steels" like M390, Maxamet (and other vanadium carbide rich steels) need a diamond stone, because ceramic stones are too soft. And let's not forget with which compound to strop... I think that would warrant some explaining, even more so considering there's conflicting info online. Thanks.
OK got a noob question for a beginner for your next knifeaq on several forum's I follow there always talking about reprofiling the blade and adjusting the angle to the shoulder what does this mean and how is it effectively achieved and why would someone choose to do this wouldn't that effect the life of the blade
I like your style David. Direct, right to the point. Very informative. Your also not dressing up on mortal Kombat costumes running around like a child. So there's that too. Keep up the good work!
Hi DCA, I believe you made a mistake, the Medford M48 was named for the tank "M48 Patton" and not after the "M4 Sherman" the M48 Patton saw service in the Vietnam war and other conflicts. grettings from Peru.
I love the MKM's marbled carbon fiber scales, but it is a little over my budget. Maybe you can work into a video other knives with marbled carbon fiber scales because there are some good looking ones and I think that will be my next purchase.
Funny, I bought my first Medford about 5 to 6 months ago and ordered it through Medford so I could have it the way I wanted it. bought the Praetorian Ti with bronze scales, flamed hardware and pocket clip, standard np3 breaker and got it with the 3v blade steel. literally a beast of a knife but absolutely love it even though it took awhile to save up for it considering it was a $1275 knife.
Yeah. Most people are afraid to be outlaws. Personally, I revel in it. Too many laws. Too many cry babies. If you're not hurting anyone or their property, it shouldn't be illegal. Screw the government.
Hey DCA! I build hiking and biking trails for a living, and I’m looking for a new knife. I want something that I can manipulate with gloves on, but I also want something that would be a good slicer since I use my knife almost every day eating my lunch and cooking. It also should be able to get pretty dirty, since I basically get filthy every day. Any recommendations? Maybe like $100-200
I carry a Benchmade Casbah down in a trench and it has held up well for over two years. Auto makes it easy with gloves. If your really gritty/ sandy I would stay with a fixed blade
It may be a meme, but I use my Spyderco Paramilitary 2 in the old S30VN almost every day on the farm in grit, mud, hoof work and hay dust and it has been phenomenal. Phosphor bronze washers instead of bearings so it doesn't bind up, and the hole in the blade makes it easy to pop out with gloves (even my winter Rancher gloves). And the compression lock is easy to move around and the full flat grind slices like nothing else.
Question. When is the new benchmade immunity going to be released? I’m searching everywhere but can’t find out . Do you know roughly when it’s comming ?
Hot take, if they made a Byrd crow/raven with a wharncliffe blade, I'd buy like six of them. I know I'd probably be the only one which is why they don't do it but still.
Hold on... Thomas didn't have a "reverse tanto" comment for the razelcliffe?!? You set him up perfectly with the comment about "Almost in the opposite angle as a tanto" and... NOTHING?? Thomas - I'm not mad, I'm just disappointed.
I'm not really a Benchmade fan boy, but I'm really digging that Claymore. I'm So glad they finally went with a plain edge on it. I can't stand serrations!!!! I mean they definitely have their uses, but for me I can't stand them.
I do like Medford's, have a couple, but there's no denying they're overpriced. Also have a couple of Case's and both came woefully dull out of the box.
ya say? I had to scroll back to make sure I heard it correct... $550 dollars and it has an aluminum scale? pfft... why not Ti? The Sebenza is substantially less and it's better at everything.
Came in expecting to be impressed with random _____. Left most impressed with a truly beautiful Case Stockman and a surprising Old Timer lockback. Go figure!
Had a Resilience and loved it's big blade. Ended up giving it to my son. But one with a a S35Vn blade is irresistible. At that price I'm gonna have to wait till my birthday tho.😑
What happened to Schrade anyway? Did they like get bought out or something? They used to make cheap garbage with terrible heat treat that would break all the time for years now. Now they released impressive models and they announced a usa made high end folder with marbled carbon fiber handle. It looked really nice, I'll try to look up what steel will they use
I love them BUT , Case quality is not what it was...On the stockman shown - poor rivet heads needing a better fit & finish . Plus notice the center blade is already scratched from the blades rubbing.
Why Is D2 being used so much? I understand it’s a budget steel and holds an edge well, but from everything I’ve read it’s vary difficult to sharpen. I have a difficult enough time sharpening softer steels and wouldn’t want to be stuck with a knife I couldn’t sharpen when I need it most.
Geez....a USA made knife (Medford M48) can't touch the Sherman tank idea as well as a foreign made knife from Boker (made with actual tank parts). Maybe next time Medford.
Remember the days where spydercos were quality materials at a decent price? Now every time I consider picking one up there’s another price increase! Thanks for another video to feed my addiction DCA. good content as always.
Hot take: most knives were overpriced even before COVID/recession
I won't buy a spyderco. I can in no way justify the $$
The only time I can justify it is if they're released on spydercos website and I get the half off military discount from MSRP. Then it feels like an ok price😂. But few of the spydercos I like are ever there and I feel for those who can't get them discounted down to a semi reasonable price
Spydies are way too expensive these days.
If you like the design that much the price isn’t too important imo.
The schrade old timer heritage look amazing, glad to see them step it up .
That $50 D2 Fixed blade is the best buy in the table. That's a massive amount of D2 for $50.
digging the bull terrier engraving on the M48...Patton loved them
DCA - so glad you revisited the M48. It is definitely one of my favorite new models this year.
I love my old Old Timer. I am glad they updated it. I have quite a few knives for camp, EDC, and as I call it "utility"
I use my Old Timer as "when need a knife" situation. I have a Kershaw for cutting tape/boxes. My true EDC is a 943 Benchmade and camp knife is that and a Barrage.
Really like how the pocket clip is done on that M-48.
Every time I see a Marilla I think, I need one of those.
Couldn't click on fast enough, I love everything about this channel, DCA is awesome! So good at his job and explaining the knives, He makes it look easy and you can tell that he really loves knives, he's just not someone that knifecenter propped up to sell knives.
Cough...bladehq....cough.
Took the words right out of my mouth, I use to really like blade HQ especially week one Wednesdays, I couldn't wait for those to be on but ever since Zach left it's been horrible! And I mean absolutely horrible unwatchable so unprofessional!
As always a great job
Hear! Hear!
@@abc456f facts 💯💯
Patton was one hell of an actor if you ask me
Case has knocked their frame locks out of the park. I've handled both of them. Absolutely on par or above with ANYONE in the price range.
I'm glad you guys kept the "Willie" joke in 😂 made me laugh
M48 was named after Patton. The Sherman was the M4 series tank.
came down to say that
Yeah, can't believe I came back for round two on this design and still screwed it up. Sorry everyone!!!!! -DCA
@@grimbo73 Me too!
YES!!!
I have been waiting for an S35VN Resilience for almost a YEAR now!
The black G10 insert on the case flipper just matches the undershirt.
Theres the large hands! Glad to see case and old timer
Came for the knives but enjoyed the banter just as much if not more.
The Schrade Old Timer Heritage 5 inch fixed blade doesn't appear to be available on the website, any timeline as to when it might be available?
All good found it lol
$450 custom knife: i sleep
$30 D2 Trapper from Schrade: REAL SHIT
Love that new spyderco. I have the old one. Blue handled would be great
Sorry DC, the M-48 was the Patton tank, the one they named after him, not the Sherman the one he used so well.
Spyderco Persistence is Cowabunga mate.! Pity we can't find it in Australia.
I appreciated the willy joke 😆
I love your videos, thanks for the heads up on new knives.
YEEEEEEEEES!!! DCA and Thomas with the heat!!
I wonder if we'll ever see the Tenacious with S35VN with anything other than the Blue FRN scales without having to buy the cheaper version with black scales and swapping them. Would be nice to see Persistence with S35VN option as well.
The Sherman tank was the M4 and the M48 was the Patton tank.
Great Video, 👍Thanks. !
Good job on the Medford!!
I'm liking that blue spyderco... and I s35vn steel... 🤤
Yikes! Those prices are outrageous!
Xin Kiritsuke is beautiful…not much on the handle but the Damascus and shape of the blade is spot on.
Gracias amigo 😊👍🔪
You mean M48 Patton tank That is a beautiful knife wow
Do you plan to get any Vosteed knives in?
Love the design of the T.M. Hunt Big Bear Bowie, as well as the Schrade Old Timer Heritage series. I look forward to see if they continue to update old models such as the 152OT Old Timer Sharpfinger, 158OT Old Timer Guthook Skinner, 15OT Deerslayer, 156OT Old Timer Lil' Finger, and the 165OT Old Timer Woodsman.
Hey, just a quick note, the Sherman tank is the M4, the M48 is a tank actually called the Patton!
Beat me to it.
Started off strong with that MKM. I like that a lot.
George S. Patton Jr. died in a car accident on December 21, 1945. The first tank to be named after him, the M46 Patton was designed 1948-1949.
The Medford 48 is not for M4 Sherman tank but M48 Patton tank (a line of tanks going from M46, M47, M48 and M60 with all kind of different models all referred to Patton). The four star’s are correct about his rank. He was referred to General George S Patton Jr. but was actually the III his son was the VI and commanded some of the same units that his father did raising to rank two star General before retiring.
Will the Tops Storm Vector be available anytime soon? Iam ready to buy but cant find one in stock
Can't beat the tenacious and resilience and now they both come lightweight.
Do you have any idea when the TOPS woodcraft knife will be out?.
Gosto dos canivetes, favor colocar o valor na tela.
Always love your vids very informative and fun to watch...thanks
Case marilla reminds me of the ganzo adimante.
Being kinda "double edged", is the razelcliffe cali legal?
O jeez i dont usually like big hackers but that big bear gave me the feels.
Hi DCA,
I'm wondering about sharpening on stones, hones etc. - or more specifically - when to use which device for which steels. For instance, I heard that a metal honing rod doesn't work well with higher HRC ratings, or that "super steels" like M390, Maxamet (and other vanadium carbide rich steels) need a diamond stone, because ceramic stones are too soft. And let's not forget with which compound to strop...
I think that would warrant some explaining, even more so considering there's conflicting info online.
Thanks.
Hello. That Spyderco Resilience lightweight really looks nice. I would like to ask where it’s made. Thanks.
China
@@knifecenter thanks.
Hey DCA, When will there be a restock of the Nordsmith Canteen knife???
No good ETA right now. -DCA
DC a claymore everyday. In fact I have several. Some are DC’d while others are safe queens. Great knife.
Love the bench made.
I've just bought a Spiderco Canis it's awesome and I got a decent discount
The Medford would be sweet with matching scales. Could you maybe give the price at the end also? Great videos!
That Bowie knife is cool looking. That's not a knife. This is a knife. 😆 That is what I was thinking when I saw that Bowie knife.
Ooohhhh....that Goccia looks NICE. I want it.
Um......
I want ALL of them.
OK got a noob question for a beginner for your next knifeaq on several forum's I follow there always talking about reprofiling the blade and adjusting the angle to the shoulder what does this mean and how is it effectively achieved and why would someone choose to do this wouldn't that effect the life of the blade
The M-48 was the Patton Tank. Elvis served as a crewman.
A,huh,huh
I like your style David. Direct, right to the point. Very informative.
Your also not dressing up on mortal Kombat costumes running around like a child. So there's that too.
Keep up the good work!
Hi DCA, I believe you made a mistake, the Medford M48 was named for the tank "M48 Patton" and not after the "M4 Sherman" the M48 Patton saw service in the Vietnam war and other conflicts. grettings from Peru.
I love the MKM's marbled carbon fiber scales, but it is a little over my budget. Maybe you can work into a video other knives with marbled carbon fiber scales because there are some good looking ones and I think that will be my next purchase.
Ive wanted that spyderco resilience but for that price i can almost fill my trucks gas tank.
Funny, I bought my first Medford about 5 to 6 months ago and ordered it through Medford so I could have it the way I wanted it. bought the Praetorian Ti with bronze scales, flamed hardware and pocket clip, standard np3 breaker and got it with the 3v blade steel. literally a beast of a knife but absolutely love it even though it took awhile to save up for it considering it was a $1275 knife.
Does that Benchmade auto say “FTE” in Morse code on the top of the handle scales? What does that mean?
73!
Yes. He covered that in video. Front Toward Enemy. It comes from the Claymore mine.
@@talisikid1618 Ah. I missed that. Thanks!
#2 now that's a knife!!!
That old timer slip joint did have a nice cheese knife though
Nice automatic. Good job Benchmade !
It’s a very good knife.
You know you can take any knife anywhere if nobody knows you have it lol
Yeah. Most people are afraid to be outlaws.
Personally, I revel in it.
Too many laws.
Too many cry babies.
If you're not hurting anyone or their property, it shouldn't be illegal.
Screw the government.
Is there an easter egg as to why the M48 is priced at $555, seems like that’s a very specific reason to make 555 the price,lol
Hey DCA! I build hiking and biking trails for a living, and I’m looking for a new knife. I want something that I can manipulate with gloves on, but I also want something that would be a good slicer since I use my knife almost every day eating my lunch and cooking. It also should be able to get pretty dirty, since I basically get filthy every day. Any recommendations? Maybe like $100-200
… I guess I should have left this comment on the FAQ video but oh well!
I carry a Benchmade Casbah down in a trench and it has held up well for over two years. Auto makes it easy with gloves. If your really gritty/ sandy I would stay with a fixed blade
It may be a meme, but I use my Spyderco Paramilitary 2 in the old S30VN almost every day on the farm in grit, mud, hoof work and hay dust and it has been phenomenal. Phosphor bronze washers instead of bearings so it doesn't bind up, and the hole in the blade makes it easy to pop out with gloves (even my winter Rancher gloves). And the compression lock is easy to move around and the full flat grind slices like nothing else.
Recon 1 , Rat 1 . Spyderco Military . (Trail guide here).
That Big Bear Bowie is just the thing to clean the dirt out from under my nails…
I want aluminum scales, assisted, made in usa, crossbar
I can think of exactly one, the Benchmade Arcane: kcoti.com/3vXOtrF
@@knifecenter WELL DONE! Thank you : )
Question. When is the new benchmade immunity going to be released? I’m searching everywhere but can’t find out . Do you know roughly when it’s comming ?
Patton would have pearl scales.
Nice knifes D.C.A.
Hot take, if they made a Byrd crow/raven with a wharncliffe blade, I'd buy like six of them. I know I'd probably be the only one which is why they don't do it but still.
david the m48 is named for the m48 patton which is why it has pattons rank on it😂
Hold on... Thomas didn't have a "reverse tanto" comment for the razelcliffe?!? You set him up perfectly with the comment about "Almost in the opposite angle as a tanto" and... NOTHING?? Thomas - I'm not mad, I'm just disappointed.
If David was a knife he would be the Big Bear Bowie, great vids as usual.
Nice
I have one of those case marilla and it's not a good knife needs improvement.
I'm not really a Benchmade fan boy, but I'm really digging that Claymore. I'm So glad they finally went with a plain edge on it. I can't stand serrations!!!! I mean they definitely have their uses, but for me I can't stand them.
I do like Medford's, have a couple, but there's no denying they're overpriced.
Also have a couple of Case's and both came woefully dull out of the box.
ya say? I had to scroll back to make sure I heard it correct... $550 dollars and it has an aluminum scale? pfft... why not Ti? The Sebenza is substantially less and it's better at everything.
@@ScottHerman82 For sure.
Drink every time he mentions his hands in all his videos and thank me when you wake up 😂
You could get a good shotgun or an AR-15 for this amount of money. Your reviews are awesome.
it's here at last
Came in expecting to be impressed with random _____. Left most impressed with a truly beautiful Case Stockman and a surprising Old Timer lockback. Go figure!
Had a Resilience and loved it's big blade. Ended up giving it to my son. But one with a a S35Vn blade is irresistible. At that price I'm gonna have to wait till my birthday tho.😑
What happened to Schrade anyway? Did they like get bought out or something? They used to make cheap garbage with terrible heat treat that would break all the time for years now. Now they released impressive models and they announced a usa made high end folder with marbled carbon fiber handle. It looked really nice, I'll try to look up what steel will they use
Yes, new ownership is bringing changes. No longer owned by Taylor Brands. -DCA
@@knifecenter Thank You for the reply! That's some really exciting news, there is never enough good knife companies!
Hopefully, Buck makes Drop Point versions of their new Buck 112 Slim Pro TRX's...
Skin Kodiak bears with that big Bowie . 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Sherman was a general himself.
Funny! Humor !
I love them BUT , Case quality is not what it was...On the stockman shown - poor rivet heads needing a better fit & finish . Plus notice the center blade is already scratched from the blades rubbing.
I've met TM. They don't come any cooler.
Why Is D2 being used so much? I understand it’s a budget steel and holds an edge well, but from everything I’ve read it’s vary difficult to sharpen. I have a difficult enough time sharpening softer steels and wouldn’t want to be stuck with a knife I couldn’t sharpen when I need it most.
Get a $60 WorkSharp and you can use it to sharpen any and all grades of steel.
What happened to your Tim Pool sidekick
Geez....a USA made knife (Medford M48) can't touch the Sherman tank idea as well as a foreign made knife from Boker (made with actual tank parts). Maybe next time Medford.
A Claymore that is absolutely banned in Scotland! The irony!
Spyderco. The new Mc Donald's of knives. All look and cur the same.