I bought a slip joint knife for no good reason (Gitano)
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The personal attacks from the brick at the end were a nice touch
the Gitano has a little pip on the blade tang that engages in the spring! That Vastly increases lock strenght! Swiss army knives have this on their flat head screw driver... but not their main blade for some reason...
You are more likely to apply pressure with the screwdriver than stab with the SAK blade.
Am using a swiss army knife for 30 years and have never had the blade accidently close on me.
The Gitano has one of the best springs in a Slipjoint. Nice Lionsteel 💪
A very fair review... although I don’t agree with your thoughts on slipjoint safety ...or the lack thereof! I’m a big fan of slipjoint knives....That said, I think the main comment that needs to be made about the Gitano is that it’s a fucker to open!
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@@phantomfang1927 already got one ... the Comrade.. an excellent knife 👍👍👍
j.e. made knives are the king of strong springs in my opinion
For me having a slipjoint is sentimental nostalgia. My first knives were slipjoints and i have many fond memories attached to them.. Unfortunately i dont have any of them anymore. But i still have the memories. Beyond sentimentality i also enjoy the simplicity fo slipjoints and friction folders. They will never replace any of my locking knives but they do have a place in my rotation.
I laughed at what Bricky said because I'm uncomfortable and laughter is at its heart a social self-defense mechanism.
Ah. The Gitano. I have mine for a year or so. Love it. The backspring is nice and strong. Mine is the Micarta version.
i live in germany and we are only allowed to carry slipjoint. Or knives that don't lock if you can open them with one hand. Or knives that lock and you can't open them with one hand. However, there have also been judgments where the judges were of the opinion that the Spyderco UKPK was “locked” with the index finger, and the owner was fined. Long story short, I love my Gitano!
I really don’t see this as being able to do anything that couldn’t be managed by a simple Espada XL.
Overkill is underrated.
With the difference that the Espada is a bullshit made in USA, ergo utter trash, while Lionsteel is made in Italy, in Europe, where stuff is well made and of quality 😅
Lol! Yeah, and it definitely doesn't go in reverse - you can't lop off someone's arm with the Lionsteel Gitano! 🤣
I have a very long "wish-list" for knives, and the Cold Steel Espada XL is on that list, but, I must say, it is almost at the very end of my list, because it is SUCH a ridiculously large folding 'pocket-sword-knife', and yet it has that factor that every male can identify with - that teen-age kid who is still in there and thinks ninja stars and nun-chucks are cool - that part of the male psyche that makes us say, "Öh yeah baby" when we see a knife like the Espada XL!!
It's amazing how much a space can be transformed just by finishing the floor. The shed looks great. Checking "get a modern slip joint" off the list is a right of passage. And now that you've done it, you can get back to the task at hand: letting Bricky slowly take over the channel. 😆
Bricky is awesome! So creatively funny! 😆(But, yes, you do need to keep an eye on him due to his plans for world domination!)😯
No good reason knife buys are some of the best reasons to buy a knife. 🤠
WELL SAID!😎👍
Can you imagine, going back in time 15 years, and telling yourself that in the year 2022 you will have a beloved youtube channel hosted by yourself, and a brick with a penchant for dry delivery of highbrow humor.
Thanks for giving a time for Aussie viewers of the livestream! Fantastic work again by Bricky in showing us how self aware you are. You're doing great work mate, keep it up.
It's like a wee lil' Cold Steel Espada.
Cedric …. my good sir , one doesn’t need a good reason to purchase a good slip joint , it’s just one of those things we instinctively do !!
Hi Pete! I know this is an older video, but it was nice to see a full view of your work space - Very nice! I appreciate this video. I only own 2 slip joints, but recently I've gotten more interested in them. I completely agree with you that there is no way they can compete with modern blades with various means of 1-handed deployment and solid lockup. I think I just like the 'nostalgia'of it! It is like people buy older cars and fix them up - they cannot compare with all of the technology and modern safety features of a brand-new car, but there is just that cool factor that makes it worth it. I think the slip joints are good for light-use tasks where you're only pulling out your blade occasionally. If you need a hard use tool that you're constantly using throughout the day, a slip joint is just not appropriate and too frustrating. When I am really busy, I find myself trying to use one-handed techniques I use on other knives and then almost cutting myself!
Anyway, I am planning to get a Lionsteel Roundhead Barlow in Rams Horn soon, but I was not really considering the Gitano. After watching your video, I definitely want to get one - such an elegant gentleman's carry (but still a bit edgy with that big clip point!). Thanks for taking the time to do this video so I know it is one I would want. By the way, I also want to get a Lionsteel Willy (fixed blade) in Santos wood. Such a beautiful little knife with a unique handle shape. This is also a light-duty knife, but it seems great to just stick the knife (in it's leather sheath) into your pocket or pack to pull out for some whittling, etc. Like the slip joint theme, the LS Willy is a bit more "form over function"; it's easy to think of 10 small fixed blades that are probably more practical or have a better blade shape/edge for whittling, but it is just that enjoyable cool factor of using such a classy, unique knife that makes it worth it!
Take care Pete! I was encouraging people in my Reddit conversations to tune into your channel the other day - you're one of the best!
I’m glad you reviewed this because I’ve been thinking about getting one!
NOW that's a proper Fancy Man Shed!!!!. The possibilities ARE endless!!. Live the Dream my friend, after all your hard work you Earned it. All Five Thumbs up 👍👍👍👍👍!!!.
my personal thoughts: I appreciate you reviewing slipjoint knives, too! Of course one handed opening knives are more convenient (in a more technical aspect), but considering restricitons in some counrties, sometimes you have to carry slipjoints (if it is not appropriate to use such one in certain environments), and a competent view on such knives is always interesting and maybe helpful considering buying a knife.
Excellent job with the new Knife Lab, Pete! Clean, spacious, and well lit. The tool boxes and table are very nice too. I can completely relate to your knife purchase. Sometimes you just want one. Did the same thing last month with a customized Buck 110. Didn't need it. Just wanted it. It's in my USA DNA. It is my new edc and I'm loving it. No regrets on the purchase. That olive wood handle on your knife is quite handsome. Nice choice. Enjoy it! Stay healthy.
About half of my (admittedly very small) collection is slip joints. I hadn’t planned it that way, life just kinda lead me there.
I agree 100% that it’s the most inferior open/close and locking mechanism, but I find that most people are way more suspicious of lock-up failure than is really warranted. I had a small Case knife (I lost it 😢) which I put through it’s paces doing medium-duty work including wood carving and shredding up a giant vinyl tent, and it never once acted like it was going to close on me.
I have a theory that since slip joints are a kid’s first knife, and since kids are hopelessly spastic, it’s inevitable that they will push on the back of the blade and food it on themselves. Then, when all grown up, they remember slip joints as the kind of knives you can cut yourself on easily. It would be like saying a record player is dangerous to use because you can mess up either the record or the turntable. As long as you’re not trying to do anything too wild, a slip joint will accomplish 99% of all cutting tasks you’ll ever need it to do. No need for a $450 titanium frame lock to open cardboard boxes.
I haven't carried a slip joint since my teens and I've never bought one, but I agree with everything you said here. I've always thought if I was going to give a kid a knife, my first choice would be a fixed blade for safety and simplicity. If it had to be a folder, I'd look to a compression, button or axis lock etc that you can close safely in one motion without your fingers ever going in front of the edge.
Slip joints are simple, not very prone to failure, and can be pretty cheap.
Thank you for chosing this slip joint to buy! i do like these old country style knives, other than simple barlows and stuff, looks awesome! Thanks for getting back into it! and for brick content 0.o
Bricky dropping some deep truth bombs on our asses...
Thanks. I kinda needed this video. I have now virtualy experienced buying a slipjoint folder and decided I need to mature more to actually buy one.
Hell of a callback with the "broke your elbow" meme!
I also just did the "I need a slipjoint" thing. Got full Ti JE Made Lanny IV. Its a great knife, but it hit ebay about two weeks after I bought it because I never carried it because of the inconvenience. The itch was scratched and I'm over it until next year probably lol.
Edit: Yessssss. Brickyyyyyyy
That Gitano is a really good looking knife.
I am looking forward to seeing your new knife lab up and running. I was a big fan of your steel rankings and company rankings. I've learned a lot about the knife world from you over the last two years and eagerly await continuing my education.
Keep up the great work. Thanks!
I do love the design, coming from a typical Spanish navaja albaceteña. Found that it generates rust under bolsters, at least in mine. And you can't really take it all apart for maintenance. Great vid as always Pete.🙂👍👌
Oof, Bricky with the hard truths.
Congrats on the shed, looks terrific!
Just started watching the BladeHQ/Shot Show/QSP video, had a good laugh when they started with... "we even have a slipjoint"... "that is exciting"... Thanks Pete for even making me smile when watching other knife videos... also maybe review a sledge-hammer in front of Bricky.
Bricky's rant had me rolling on a couch 🤣
In the mid-seventies there was an ad for a real estate/land developer at Strathpine in Queensland. The land was originally market gardens. His catchphrase was, "Can YOU grow an 18-inch Zucchini? If memes were a thing back then...well, at least my mum used to laugh like mad and look sideways at dad.
Bricky isn't wrong, out of line, but not wrong...
I bought one of these on a whim and it turned up on the same day as the CKF that I had been lusting over. So I immediately dropped it in the draw and forgot about it. Thanks for the reminder. I think I'll dig it out now and cut myself.
Designed by my buddy Gudy van Poppel, you should see his custom gitano’s!
That ending killed me. 🤣
I really love slipjoints, but I still have this irrational fear of them closing on my fingers while I'm using one. I still have quite a few, but I honestly don't use them that often because they just not as practical. I wish more companies would add a finger choil to the blade like the Spyderco UKPK or the Kizer Zipslip so I can be less paranoid.
Also, the whole "I don't have X, I must buy one immediately" thing was something I did constantly when I first started getting into knives. I went a little overboard with it, wanting to try something from most of the larger knife companies, wanting something with every different blade shape, or one of every locking mechanism, or something in different handle or blade materials. It's fun but it's definitely not the smartest way to buy knives. I have way too many.
Love the new workshop! I'm super jealous
seems legit
i have a friction folder and it’s smaller than my index finger but it has three really thin blades. if i add them together then I had 8” of cutting edge with three different edges geometry and three tips. they don’t hold an edge and they rust but they are super easy to get shaving sharp. one of the blades is a pen blade which is so perfect for certain things like pumpkin carving but it’s mainly a second knife for tanking damage like tape gunk so my main knife stays clean.
Buy some outside corners for the exterior. Corners keep dust and rain wind out, yes the concrete is a big deal expensive, very nice
It have a Nevajah typed style blade. Normally i admire Cold steel only, but I really like this knife, as a beaty knife
I didn't know Adam Ant had a penchant for cutlery. Good, honest review. The Italians do things elegantly.
Slipjoints are the hand winding watches of the knife world.
Excellent analogy!
completely jealous of the rad new tool chests and work bench!
As you get more and more into the independent/homesteading thing I keep expecting you to eventually get a gun lol. Great to see you doing stuff like this. Also, as much as I hate Ontario, they're releasing a 1075 slipjoint folder for super duper cheap, would be great to see your opinions on that.
This IS a traditional design, though, and it looks awesome.
Please tell me that you will do our live feed on Friday at that giant table
Drunk Pete shopping 🤣
Bricky's out look on the human race is getting better. I think your getting to him.
Now I know the source of the inspiration for the Kershaw Strata and the Strata XL.
I have a modern slip joint and I enjoy it on the rare days I choose to carry it.
This was a good one. It had two of my favorite features: Bricky and the Buck 110 was mentioned.
If case put a pocket clip and a thumbstud on the Sodbuster jr. they would sell out in a day. There is something strangely addictive about using a good slipjoint of any era or design (whether it's a traditional stockman or some wild modern folder).
I know it's inefficient and slow, but it makes me smile. At the end of the day, that's what it's all really about.
It's January in Texas and I'm a bit jealous of your farmer's tan ngl
Its a beauty knife that reminds me of my grandfathers blade but back then most folders were slipjoints and they still did the job -- Cheers EH
I have this, same model. And I really like it, Has a very strong lockup for a slipjoint. But I stopped carrying it when it's cold or wet, because with a strong spring and no nail nick it's pretty much impossible to operate safely in any kind of wet or slippery situation. And when opening the blade in the cold it sends a numbing shock through my hand. So for me this is strictly a summer carry, and I use the lionsteel jack2 the rest of the year when in in a slipjoint mood.
I scratched that modern slipjoint itch with a Cold Steel Lucky (the version with 2 blades - plain and serrated). Great little knife for ocasions when you want something more discrete and unassuming but unique enough that is not a SAK. Great content, as always!
Great little knives the Lucky 1 and 2!
Yay, so glad he is back hehe.
in some parts of the world (such as England and other European countries) you are not allowed to have a knife that can be opened with one hand or/and locked . for such places, this type of blade is the only option.
all hail our bricky overlord
Nice looking set up
I love Gudy’s designs and am even pretty fond of Lionsteel’s stuff, but Spyderco definitely makes the best “modern” slip joints.
You open and close them one handed, they’re safe, made well, comfortable, cut well, etc.
So, if you’re ever drunk and wantin to give slippies another go, I’d recommend something like the UKPK (they’ve got a whole family of them and more coming though).
what a lovely knife , I want one or two
I love that brick so much.
I always carry a slip-joint and modern knife. The slip-joint because I find them beautiful and because people here get very easily scared by modern folders.
When I work I prefer function over form. But sometimes I appreciate art.
I am a diehard slipjoint fan to the bone but I'd be lying if I tried to claim modern opening mechanisms weren't superior in terms of function/ ease of use.... they just are. Aside from a few novelty concepts, most all modern deployment methods are quicker, more efficient, and easier to operate. I personally like slipjoints specifically in slower-paced areas of my life or in mixed company social settings. I can also get along with a slippie just fine in other EDC and work situations as well with no problem but flippers and thumb tabs etc certainly work those jobs even easier. The one area I'd say slippies ARE often the superior choice is in situations when you REALLY don't want to draw attention to your knife. Need to pull out your pocket knife at the post office to open a box, remove some contents, and then send some off elsewhere? A basic old school slipjoint doesn't even get a glance from people... a flipper or thumb-tab knife almost always gets at least a couple heads turned.
There is more to life than speeding it up. Those of us who appreciate the charm of slipjoints understand this.
@@kevola5739 Absolutely and that is another reason I enjoy them, especially in leisure time situations. That charm of a nice slipjoint often works as a little mental reminder to relax and not get in a rush. Somewhat similar to why I like grinding out sumi ink when I'm drawing instead of just using pre-prepared bottled ink... helps me just take a second and relax and engage instead of just trying to speed through whatever my task is.
Brick Dork made my head hurt and then i pooped myself a little but not in a really bad way
Uncle Randy would have told you just to pull out your old faithful buck 110.
Nice new shop!
Reminds me of a non-locking Kershaw Strata.
Work space looks amazing!
I can see myself buying another (slightly different) Bricky shirt soon.
Bought that thing because I didn't have that steel yet.
Didn't use it already, but the spring is so freaking strong, I cut myself on first closing attempt.
Sweet shed upgrades, that must feel soooo good!
LOL. I have a Cold Steel Bushman i bought to keep in the Jeep 5-6 years ago. Has given me blood blisters on several occasions - enough to quit using it. It's an interesting knife with a lousy handle and steel that doesn't hold up to anything extreme. Why do I still own it? 🤔
As a user of traditional knives I have to say that Bricky is correct. I am a modern man who chooses anachronistic things to combat the modern world!
So damn good.
I don’t even care about most of the knives lol I’m just here because your videos are so dope
The shed looks really good!
I wondered what was going to happen with Brickyard all through the review. Now I know.
Darn auto correct. "Bricky"
I think Niolox was designed for industrial food cutting with the primary concerns being stainlessness and that it does not chip.
115 in the states! I think I'll get one!
Agree on the slip joints. They are nice and beautiful. But, like you say. Why? For the feel or trying something you haven't used before? Nothing wrong with that. But a good locking knife is better and easier to use.
Great looking Zucchini there Pete!
Blessings and Aloha T
I enjoy carrying a slipjoint every now and again too, you're not crazy. J.E. made is my choice for slipjoints
Brick is the man! Long live the brick!
I’m really looking LionSteel slip joints, they have great designs and great materials for not a bad price. I wish they would run their M390 a little harder but that’s standard for European makers it seems.
go with the Gitano which is niolox. It's much more suitable steel for acute edge angles.
Bloody great! Reallly appreciate your vids....surprised you had another job: growing outsize willy shaped veggies and being a truly decent knifey YTber I thought would have been enough? I am keen to know what field it is in.
Pete would you mind showing youtube how to properly use that axe?
Oh god.... Bricky is evolving!! >.>;;
...should I be happy he's out of the wall, or scared that he's now semi-mobile?
I’ve tempted by those , appeals to my Retro side ! BTW , I enjoy your Vids . I generally with a lot of your reviews ! Not bad as I’m a Kiwi , now transplanted in Canada !
i really like thw shape of the gitano and i live i'm from the uk where slipjoints are all were allowed, unfortunately the gitano is 4 or 5 mm over the legal limit :(
also what happened to the basement knife lab plan?
I don't begrudge you your opinion on slipjoints at all, even though I love them. That's because I recognize that yes, it is a bit of an antiquated design for any knife.
I have a few good locking modern folders, an assortment of rugged fixed blades, and mostly slipjoints in my collection. Why? Because I think they're cool, and I could spend hours and hours telling you why I think they're cool, but really I just think they're cool.
I like the historical value of them, the old world aesthetics they tend to have, the fact that they're legal everywhere, and the fact that they're usually ground like a scalpel. I think, if you can't find enjoyment in that, they're really not for you. And I don't see a damn thing wrong with that. Cheers!
In most 🇪🇺 countries it's the only Kind of knife to carry. In 🇩🇪 we have a shit law for knives...
In the UK too, this is also 8.7mm too long to be legal in this country, irritating!
Luckily, I live in Austria... we can legally carry almost everything! 👍🇦🇹
6:50 because of legal issues.
Most countries only allow carry slip joints. 🤷🏻♂️
You’re the man bro
Slip joints are ok ✅ yes!
I have the opposite take on the aesthetics, I love that handle, but don’t care for the blade shape.
Classic Spanish
I guess I am glad they still make slip joints but still, why go backwards?