I've owned all 3 models BTW. Tried to carry and use all 3. When the model A came out, it was my auto knife dream come true. Tried to use it, blade wouldn't maintain lock up.... despite a few trips back to Gavin. I feel the model A was basically the ' proof of concept and recover $$" model. I know some will see that as harsh, but my experiences say so. It looked good and locked open solid.... but it was just a for show knife. The model B basically fixed the lock design flaw. The model C further cleaned up the knife, made it more carry friendly and what I call an actual user auto. I have cut many heavy duty, triple wall cardboard boxes down with mine and can testify that the lockup stays solid, whereas you could literally spin tap on your palm the model A out of lockup. Love my model C and Gavin and crew have been amazing through my journey through the models.
Model b vs model c . I love the look of the b , the quality metal look . Better colours looks more premium . But the only drawback is the blade to handle ratio . If you could tell me which one to pick if price isn’t an issue that would really help
@@anonymousbrowsing2909 Nothing personal, but people complaining about "blade to handle ratio" haven't seen inside these knives. There's basically zero wasted space or way to balance it out more than it already is.
I love my Deadlock except for one main complaint. I absolutely hate the pocket clip. I’d love to see a deep set clip, where the majority, if not all of the knife is hidden in my pocket. To me, the Heretic Colossus pocket clip is best in that regard, so I’d love to see a deep carry option. Beyond that, just to be the first full lockup otf was such a needed innovation in the knife world. Can’t help but say thanks Gavin and Grant!
A question. Today we have flipper’s that can be opened lightning fast. Heck even a Spyderco Para 2 fires lightning fast with the right flick. Flipper’s and Spyderco like knife’s are more reliable than any Auto ever could be. What exactly are Auto knives for? What advantage to they bring?
All OTF have a less than desirable blade to handle ratio. I’ve got the Ti model and it’s great…. But I’m having to send it in. The chassis top plate seems warped.
ALL HIS POINTS EXCEPT ONE HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH THE ACTUAL KNIFE: 1. Lack of aesthetic options 2. High price 3. Hard to get 4. Blade to handle ratio 5. Only one blade option HE STILL LOVES THE KNIFE
I can't comment on people's likes or tastes, however, I'm not seeing the real value in this knife besides a status symbol and for some protective purposes. At this price point, like you mentioned, I'd expect to get a custom ask on what I want period. Make it happen by any means. And yes for this price you could have 5 different otfs that do anything and everything you need and at least look better with the same quality of materials as well as maintenance options from the company. Maybe there upper options as you mentioned are enough to satisfy that but again at that price point it's a piece of jewelry. 😅 Edit: This is coming from someone who sees knives almost purely for practical purposes I do have my niche buys in my collection.
Sweet fucking knife. I have the model C with DLC blade/accents and tumbled Ti inlays. Going forward they will be doing all Ti model Cs. I am all over that.
@@Adamas11 If the blade was a little longer and wider I might go for it. But the blade is literally the aize of an ultratech. I need something more impressive for that kind of cash lol
Haven’t even watched the video yet but I love the title . these deadlocks are overpriced and overhyped . So many otfs on the market the deadlock k doesn’t even make it on my list , ugly af , horrible aesthetics , weak action , ugly blade .
???? For the full Ti version right? The Aluminum one go around 1k on seconday. I think John Wick 4 bumped thatbup temporarily but they will go back down
The white lettering billboarding on the side of the knife, is hideous looking. There is nothing about the Hawk OTF's that make them worth their table price.
I've owned all 3 models BTW. Tried to carry and use all 3. When the model A came out, it was my auto knife dream come true. Tried to use it, blade wouldn't maintain lock up.... despite a few trips back to Gavin. I feel the model A was basically the ' proof of concept and recover $$" model. I know some will see that as harsh, but my experiences say so. It looked good and locked open solid.... but it was just a for show knife. The model B basically fixed the lock design flaw. The model C further cleaned up the knife, made it more carry friendly and what I call an actual user auto. I have cut many heavy duty, triple wall cardboard boxes down with mine and can testify that the lockup stays solid, whereas you could literally spin tap on your palm the model A out of lockup. Love my model C and Gavin and crew have been amazing through my journey through the models.
Model b vs model c . I love the look of the b , the quality metal look . Better colours looks more premium . But the only drawback is the blade to handle ratio . If you could tell me which one to pick if price isn’t an issue that would really help
@@anonymousbrowsing2909 Nothing personal, but people complaining about "blade to handle ratio" haven't seen inside these knives. There's basically zero wasted space or way to balance it out more than it already is.
I love my Deadlock except for one main complaint. I absolutely hate the pocket clip. I’d love to see a deep set clip, where the majority, if not all of the knife is hidden in my pocket. To me, the Heretic Colossus pocket clip is best in that regard, so I’d love to see a deep carry option. Beyond that, just to be the first full lockup otf was such a needed innovation in the knife world. Can’t help but say thanks Gavin and Grant!
A question. Today we have flipper’s that can be opened lightning fast. Heck even a Spyderco Para 2 fires lightning fast with the right flick. Flipper’s and Spyderco like knife’s are more reliable than any Auto ever could be. What exactly are Auto knives for? What advantage to they bring?
They make you feel cool 😎
Fun and uniqueness over the flippers. So booooring.
The only thing stopping me from buying this knife is that it looks like something you’d buy at 7/11 gas station.
Owned one. I was very excited to have the knife. Nothing against the knife….. I sold it. It is not a good hard use knife.
All OTF have a less than desirable blade to handle ratio. I’ve got the Ti model and it’s great…. But I’m having to send it in. The chassis top plate seems warped.
If you shake the knife is there blade movement before it’s deployed? Is there play when it’s still in the handle?
nope. none
$300 less than table? Never heard that expression. Where have I been?
Lol. table as in the table price at shows as that's where these are available
The new Microtech Atreus (zero blade play MTK) may be the game changer - we know Microtech will actually make them.
Can't wait to check one out
ALL HIS POINTS EXCEPT ONE HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH THE ACTUAL KNIFE: 1. Lack of aesthetic options 2. High price 3. Hard to get 4. Blade to handle ratio 5. Only one blade option
HE STILL LOVES THE KNIFE
The only thing it has going for it is no blade play
Love mine. It's also a unicorn... single edge blade.
Hard use tasks like breaking down boxes😂😂😂lol
Sometimes that cardboard be thick
I can't comment on people's likes or tastes, however, I'm not seeing the real value in this knife besides a status symbol and for some protective purposes. At this price point, like you mentioned, I'd expect to get a custom ask on what I want period. Make it happen by any means. And yes for this price you could have 5 different otfs that do anything and everything you need and at least look better with the same quality of materials as well as maintenance options from the company. Maybe there upper options as you mentioned are enough to satisfy that but again at that price point it's a piece of jewelry. 😅
Edit: This is coming from someone who sees knives almost purely for practical purposes I do have my niche buys in my collection.
I can totally see your prospective thanks for the comment
Without a doubt the biggest con is you can't just buy the fucking thing! 😛
Sweet fucking knife. I have the model C with DLC blade/accents and tumbled Ti inlays. Going forward they will be doing all Ti model Cs. I am all over that.
Same. I don't know if I'm all over that price tag though
Facts! The all Ti base model C with standard carbon fiber inlays is supposed to be around $1,800. Yikes!
@@Adamas11 If the blade was a little longer and wider I might go for it. But the blade is literally the aize of an ultratech. I need something more impressive for that kind of cash lol
I HATE ALL DAGGER BLADES. SO USELESS, ESPECIALLY IN A $1500 OTF!
me too , illegal also , most places
Haven’t even watched the video yet but I love the title . these deadlocks are overpriced and overhyped . So many otfs on the market the deadlock k doesn’t even make it on my list , ugly af , horrible aesthetics , weak action , ugly blade .
I can get one now but man $2300 before shipping man. That’s an ounce of gold.
???? For the full Ti version right? The Aluminum one go around 1k on seconday. I think John Wick 4 bumped thatbup temporarily but they will go back down
@@edged_mindset so tempted but with all economic issues I will hold off
@@leewang6686 makes sense. I should be doing the same
@@edged_mindset what site did you see this for 1k? Even straight from hawk knife designs its 1800
@@Ryley280 table is 1100 for aluminum and 1800 for the full ti. I got mine for 900 pre-owned on BF
People climb all over themselves to pay $2500 Table price at shows , and gladly pay $4000-$8000 for customs
Im sure you really hate that knife you spent like $1200 on
VALIDATED…!
I still think it’s cool
You can pay $300 or so for a Benchmade Infidel, which is just as good. This knife is way overpriced.
The white lettering billboarding on the side of the knife, is hideous looking. There is nothing about the Hawk OTF's that make them worth their table price.
For real. They look like a gas station special.
microtechs look way cleaner and more gentleman like than this production model. carbon fiber is not gentleman like lol, looks cheap.
You think carbon fiber looks cheap?!
You are 100% delusional if you think this knife looks gentlemanly and NOT tactical 😂😂 enjoy being single forever my guy
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#1 reason: It's just so ugly
hahahah
Knife for gay vampire who hangs out at gas station.
@@litsci4690 🤣🤣🤣🤣