Chaves Ultramar Redencion 229 KICKSTOP!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.ย. 2024
- How do you make a perfect knife even more perfecter? Add in a magically disappearing flipper!! Releasing in Mid-April of 2023, the Kickstop 229 is one of the most exciting ideas I’ve heard of this year.
The skull clip is 40% of why I like his designs
Me too. Put a skull on something and I like it.
YEE YEE HELL YEAH BROTHER DAMN RIGHT A SKULL MEANS A REAL MAN'S KNIFE
Me too, but I really wish he would go back to the blind screws so the hardware doesn't detract from the design.
@@BladeLabMiami hell yeah agreed!!
It’s 80% why I hate them
Chaves designs are gorgeous. The skull clip is the cherry on top. I own the Redencion 229 and the Street version with clip point blades. As much as I like them, I always thought they would benefit from a flipper version. The thumb stud deployment can be a little tricky being a frame lock. Now that I see this Kickstop model and I’m really excited to get one in hand. Very very cool.
Yes, I'm not even into skulls and have nothing else at all with skulls but I still love the clip as it looks great and is instant brand recognition. Smart move by Chavez bc you see that skull clip you know exactly who made the knife. I own a liberation street and 229 redencion and love both. I do like the liberation street better as it fits better in the pocket and is an awesome flipper. I think I will be getting this knife though, that kickstop flipper is sweet on this knife
Looks great. The full size 229 was one of my first favorites. I wish they could’ve given you a sharpening choil. Sharpen that once and it’s gonna be smiling at ya. Also the skull is one of the reasons I love the knife so much. I’d rather have the hidden screw clip with the skull any day over the ability to switch the clip.
Hah, I'm sitting at my bench putting choils on 3 Spydercos.😄😄👍👍
Love the knife, I’m glad they gave it to me with the extra clip. Not my thing so I changed it out. Incredible knife one of the most satisfying opens to say it ruins the design is childish
Amen brother!!! Well said.
Just saw these on bladehq for 199 sale. Ordered the carbon fiber 1. Cannot wait. Cheers ji. Been knowing ya since the good Ole shop NBC shophq days.
Thank you Jeff for the long term support. Yeah, BHQ was running a killer sale last week on the cf and micarta scaled versions, killer prices.
Love my Chaves redencion 229 kickstop with G10. I've also grown my respect for Reate. Never knew they make knives with such a amazing high quality. There's absolutely nothing nothing wrong with the knife. Perfect centered. Perfect action. amazing hollow grind I mean wow just wow. I now understand why Chaves wanted Reate to make this production model. Absolutely amazing. thx for the great review.
Great video Brother keep up the good job100%
Thank you very much
I love this design!!! I own 2 Chaves knives, but after this video, I need a 3rd…THIS ONE!!! Thank you for the great video brother!!!🔪🖤🗡
Just received my kickstop 229 today. Many firsts here for me; first kickstop, first Chaves, and my first pocket knife this large. So far I'm absolutely in love with this, from the design, the action, the kickstop, and to the skull that gives it kind of a pirate feel. I swear if they had folders in Pirates of the Caribbean this is what I would have imagined it would look like.
YAAARRRRR!
I don't usually like skulls on anything, but I think it is the most unusual and cool knife clip out there, and it's on a amazing knive, I can't wait to try this one and also support a fellow New Mexico resident !
Just got one of these in g10 and I love it with a couple of exceptions. The good: everything you said basically… it looks SOOOo good and is in my top 5 knives. The flipping mechanism sounds great and fires really nicely. I like this knife so much I have a tan to version coming in a few days. Now the bad or questionable: First, the handle has a couple of hotspots near the end of the handle. Under minimal use; cutting my son’s chicken strips, I could feel the hot spots and they are uncomfortable… not a deal breaker but they are noticeable. Second, this knife is not ergonomic as a daily carry… it takes up a lot of room in your pocket and the blade shape in combination with the handle design makes it not the easiest knife to cut with as is basically a rectangle making the user use just the forward edge to cut. Also not a deal breaker as most knives suffer from this design issue. The Microtech stitch, while it looks big and bulky, is actually amazingly ergonomic making it a great daily carry for cutting cheese burgers down for a toddler and also being used for self defense. Finally, the skull clip just doesn’t go on the knife… I get it.. it’s a design choice and I can respect that but it doesn’t match the lines of the knife. It reminds me of the “affliction/tom Hardy/tap out” trends from a decade ago… sure it was a design choice but in retrospect, looking at your old pics you probably think the Tom Hardy shirt paired with your True Religion jeans and spray on tan looks tacky AF now. Same goes with the pocket clip. I’m glad he includes the additional clip for those who want something more discrete. Overall, 9/10… would and have purchased again!
This is the really awesome knife! !
It's beautiful all over design ., Perfect weight, size & length. Comfortable in hand. I like it so much., but little bit pricey.
This is imo one of the best models to implement the kickstop. Love my US made 228, i carry it more than anything else
Love the kick stop edition and the fact that Chavez is not afraid to build on a great design and legacy (don’t get stuck just bc you made a legendary design ie Sebenza, Glock… great products but they didn’t innovate much and every competitor caught up) . I would like to see a version with a button lock and studs (like the we Ziffeus and exciton). Incredibly smooth and well built knives are fun to manipulate and are still fantastic working tools.
This was such a great move by Ramon and Reate for this update. Each redencion update gets better and better. The function of Ramon’s custom and production knives both have just such a perfect action, his heat treats are perfection imo and the compound grind slices like a laser. I’m a thumb stub guy, but their flipping action is so damn good. If I had to nitpick something I don’t like, it would be the plunge grind being so close to the start of the sharpened edge. The older 229 was much better and you won’t get a smile after the first couple sharpenings. But that’s really a stretch to complain about.
Belt sharpening
What a good way to make an amazing knife even better.
The 229 has been on my grail list for years! I had my hands on one so many times but now, the kickstop version is on its way to me. And I couldn't be happier.
Great comment on the M390. Everyone is asking for MagnaCut these days but the M390 still IS an amazing blade steel.
That’s great, I hope you enjoy it!
@@JimSkeltonKnives Pretty sure I will!
What!! I knew I was waiting for the “right” Chavez.
My fav!!!!!
I never would bash the knife. But I would prefer the straight clip. I love skulls, just not a fan of the punisher type shape. The over all design of the knife is awesome, I’ve always wanted one, now it’s time to try one. Great video!
Ordered the black PVD version from EKnives at 1:01PM EST today. I have 2 other Chaves knives, and 2 other knives with the Lee Williams kickstop (tm) (including an F22). I'm very excited for the marriage of the 2 !
Ughhh this came outta nowhere for me. Im a big fan of chaves knives and have a few myself but im not always online constantly searchjng for new knives as i usually only buy 1 or 2 a year. I already ordered this a sec ago lol. I went and ordered a gold flake carbon fiber handle version from edc gearhouse and i cant wait till it gets here.
Really awesome. I had that Maxace with the Kickstop that you showed on a video. Seriously awesome action. Somebody made me an offer I couldn't refuse. But this Chavez is is on another level. Super cool.
Great presentation Bro.
To each their own, ass for every seat, etc. I love skulls and find these even cooler with such branding.
I’ve always found ‘skull stuff’ kind of silly BUT I’m not gonna take my time to talk trash about anything online or even in person. I am loving this kickstop a lot. Can’t wait to get one in hand.
Just fantastic!
Unfortunately Reate dropped the ball on the edge at the sharpening choil. Can see a nipple sticking out between them. Probably could fix by making choil slightly larger.
I need to get one of these, this is badassery. Took an already great design and made it better.
These are awesome pieces!!
They really are. Will there be a Knife Joker special edition? That would be rad
My favorite thing about a chaves is the skull clip they are awesome
I freakin LOVE the SKELETON CLIP!!!
Only concern I have is the choil closeness to the plunge grind vs the thumb stud version.
Freaking love it an got a tanto on the way
I love the skull clip. The two screws I don't.
Yasssss!! Kickstop babyyyy!!
I like the older variant of the 229 , Tanto M390 dual grind blade and the Skull clip with the hidden screws , Plus the thumb studs give you 2 forms of deployment, I agree the golf putter milling is 🔥
I also prefer the hidden screws, I really prefer the older clip but this kickstop does look tempting 😁
Jim, fantastic review as always
I've been carrying the TAK in the 5th pocket for quite a while. Last night I noticed urbanedc had a couple exclusive kickstops left. Well shit. Cashed in my points for a discount and ordered one. Pretty excited to try the big version.
I may finally buy a production Chavez now lol 😂..
I have that kick stop on the mini doctor death from wingman.. it’s awesome.. love that mechanism
The best flipper knives are the ones that the flipper is hidden completely, close and open. Personally I don't like flippers but if it's gotta be there then hide it everywhere. But for those that do like flipper knives the kick stop is amazing.
Very clean👌
Grabbed the eknives exclusive. It's the exact kind of appearance i wanted. Blacked out with an almost white skull clip (Frank Castle style).
I love it just spent too much lately on knives
The official release date was just announced: Friday, April 28th at 12pm ET
I like both pocket clip options
Damn dude, your uploading is furious AF!
Uummmm I want this
Like it and like the clip with demon boy horns 👍
The perfect Knife for the hardest task at work.!
Just learn something today, Kickstop. Cheers mate.
Looks great, I want it! but I miss the choil, which I think, is one of the most powerful characteristic of the Chavez designs.
I wish he would come out with a budget version in Micarta or aluminum and 14c28n.
The redemption and Chavez as a brand they stand for that as an analogy that tattoo that says (life)when you read it one way and when you turn it upside down it reads (death)!!!!!!!!!!!
As far as the clip goes hell I want to see him develop a little screws they have a little corns that are the tip of the screws coming out of the skulls for head as an artistic expression
@jimskeltonknives is this a “custom” knife or does he farm these out to China or something? I’m considering buying one at the moment
My apologies, I thought I had discussed that these are made by Reate. It’s been a while so I don’t recall.
He still makes full customs, and he still makes the 228, but every 229 made are production-only knives and so far have all been Reate.
@@JimSkeltonKnives ok yes I ended up coming on that later on in the video. Thanks for clarifying for the second time for me.
@@jaredr2518 happy to help
Man, I'd kill to have a hinderer xm-18 kickstop! It will never happen, but a man can dream :)
What an awesome knife!! I can get the plain clip.. but it's hard to imagine wanting a Chavez but saying I don't want the Skull clip 😂 seems kinda, nevermind
5:28 😮
Got to handle the tanto version and drop point this past Saturday. The action is amazing! Does look a little odd without the choil, although.
Okay THAT’S what’s missing, the choil. It looked a little off to me but I couldn’t place why- but it’s the missing choil, haha
Is it discontinued ?
I almost got the basic version when it came out not that long ago. But I would have like the one with micarta inlay which I think was only through Blade HQ. But after seeing this one, I went ahead and made the deposit.
They haven't done the inlays as far as I know in a long time. I got one with black micarta inlay from Knifecenter like 4 years ago. The BHQ exclusives have a full micarta, natural G10, or CF show side scale they aren't inlays.
So no thumb stud version for this drop?
now to disappear that hideous appendage when folded too would be truly remarkable.
Great knife and another awesome review and I love it, I own two, the drop point and the tanto. But you were wrong on the price, as they made so many of them the price in the secondary has plummeted from not over supply, but over saturation!!! Lucky for me, I bought them both with discounts!!! Just sayin…..
Always hard to predict values. An important note: I released this video before the Kickstop released for sale.
What the Whaaaaaaaaa? I just got my first 229 6 months ago and a Oeser kick stop 3 months ago ......and now this........where the hell is that credit card?!?!?! WTF......lol P.S. skulls ROCK!
Just subscribed! Quick question, I really like the style of knife that you have, did you get any extra features when you were ordering the knife?
Want. Be awesome too if there was some Chaves knives with inlays again.
These look great, and the customizations from WoK or FE should be insane. So I have been told these are a limited run. Is this correct? I have a Chaves 229 and a Street (and a pen lol). The question I have now is... one knife for the next several months: Chaves Kickstop or a CKF Eagle Rock... killing me. Thoughts? It sounds like they are both limited.
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Can the tab be used to open the knife if you catch it on the inside of your pocket? It looks like it might work...
No, it’s a flipper tab, not a Wave feature.
@@JimSkeltonKnives thanks so much.
I’ve been looking for a 229, just getting back into knives after 12 years of not purchasing any new ones. I like the tak, I like the 229 and maybe the street version of the redencion.
Con: to me a con would be no studs on the blade, what if that flipper fails in some way? That’s how I feel about cars with start stop crap. Not saying they are the same but from a engineering standpoint; the more moving parts the more things can fail.
To clarify I love flippers, I love studs and flippers both more!!!!
Nice iteration, but why no sharpening choil at all? It’s a pretty knife but clearly one only for show.
Looks nice but the choil is missing for sure! After some sharpening you have a recurve.
I love his knives, a lot of people don’t like the skull because it makes it look like a gas station, Knife, although we know the quality of that Knife is bar none
I prefer the skull clip, but I work in schools and I put the other clip on if I’m gonna carry it to work. Too many kids notice the skull if I use that one. If I were him though, I would have been stubborn and not put the extra clip in there.
Yeah, that’s a case where I can definitely see a benefit to the alternative clip
I threw the additional clip into the garbage.
Bought the 229 redencion with plans to mod it, now I’ve got it I’m not so sure it’s awesome. My only gripe is I got the version with the bolts through the skulls head no hidden hardware 😪 but it’s still awesome even love the extra weight
Great review - thank you! I will say that the kick stop is VERY cool - no doubt about that. But, I'd *strongly* prefer to not have that billboarding on the blade. Seems a little excessive.
I see lots of choil comments. With this steel, just keep it strapped. If it gets to the point that you have to take it to stones, get it belt sharpened instead. Seems to be how it's designed.
Maaaan... take my money!
I don't know, Jim. When I'm wearing my swimming thong, that flipper could get a lill pokey.
i do miss the choil though!
The Kickstop flipper is a killer design, but I dont think I would be satisfied with this knife without thumb studs.
I was just looking at it again and that plunge grind looks like it will create a smile on the first sharpening, that’s no Bueno😮, These knife makers have to make straight plunges 😡
Just want a chisel grind 229 with mrbs and go back to the hidden pocket clip screws
It is an 'assault' knife withe the skull. It is just a pocket knife without. There should be common sense knife laws passed to ban the assault knives.
😂
I want one tanto skull clip only done
Don't like it? Don't buy it!
Im glad he did it though, I do prefer mostly, the plain clip.
Ooooo
It’s not about not liking skull things lol it just looks goofy and tacky
… is what someone who doesn’t like skulls would say.
@@JimSkeltonKnives not true I prefer streamlined and smooth lines like the silver texalium caladan I received yesterday lol the skull makes the knife look like a toy
@@jb2257 but think about this: my makers mark is actually the skull you see at the beginning of each video. Would you have avoided the Caladan of that was on the pivot? I had to make the choice to use the simple “SB” script on my production knives because I feel that as much as I love my logo, it could seriously restrict my sales if I always used it.
It's nice but boxy.
Plunge grind is horrible and the clip should be blind screwed, just my 2 cents
“Horrible” isn’t an honest representation. For people who don’t know how to sharpen very well, it will be problematic, sure. And the clip would LOOK better blond-screwed, yes… however, the general buying public won’t know how to completely disassemble the knife in order to access hidden screws to change the clip if they don’t like skulls. It would be great if we didn’t have to dumb down everything in todays world, but here we are.
Complaining about people whining but you are whining about other people every minute or two throughout the video.
I’m putting studs on mine