I use the mini Proponent at work to cut heavy plastic straps on pallets I deliver and believe me, it can take a hell of a beating. I've broken a Para 3 and a Bugout and the Proponent isn't fazed by anything!
I came to the comments to look for this reaction, I thought exactly the same. It's such a particular blade style that it's hard not to think 'Copy! Copy!!'
That ArtisanCutlery Proponent is exactly why I'm a proponent of suspenders. You wear suspenders (over or under your shirt) and you won't care how much weight you carry in your pockets.
Nothing is more Extreme than J.Flowers.!! He is a Legend in the knife world. An Alien stranded on Earth. Great segment as always DCA & Thomas. Will definitely get that Tomahawk for Dad's special day. Cheers matey. Greetrings from Australia.
Im from santa fe and I actually have one of their knives as i watch right now. They have awesome knives and patterns each one little different . There mammoth tooth collection and dinosaur bone collection are my favorite!
A lot of small knives suitable for neck carry like the Spyderco Subway Bowie also lend them selves to pocket carry via a drag line. A length of paracord tied to the sheath with a loop at the opposite end meant to go through the belt loop right above your pocket. Reach into your pocket, grab the handle oriented upwards and draw the knife. When the sheath reaches the end of the cord the knife pops out of it and the sheath is left dangling from the belt loop. I can't recall this carry method ever having been discussed.
David: "and guess what, it's our fav..." Me: "IT'S OUR FAVORITE TIME OF THE WEEK, WOOOOO! you KNOW it baby!" (ok maybe I got a little too excited, 'cause it's friday)
If you want to try the pattern for alot less, check out the Byrd tern. Chinese made for spyderco and lesser materials, but significantly cheaper and it'll give you a good idea about how you feel about the ergonomics and the nature of the slip joint. Or you could just get the UK PK. It's a keeper.
I truly like the Artisan Proponent and knives like it . Not so much for the utility of it but, more for the effect it must have on folks when they see it. Could you recommend more knives with this same quality ? I bet a video on this would be well received . And..... thanks guys for some great videos. I enjoy each and every one of them !!
It is! I have a Smokey Mountain version with copper handles, it's quite the chunk, but awesome! Though I tend to lean to one side with it in a pocket for some reason.
Reminds me of my Kizer Sheepdog XL, in fact it's almost the same form factor except for that the Kizer has a slight curve on the belly and the point isn't as acute.
I travel professionally and let me tell you... a high quality set of grooming tools will pay for themselves MANY times over. I've wasted so much money buying nail clippers and scissors and such from the local drugstore, because my last tool fell apart, or I opened it after a month or two off and it was rusted, etc. If you want a perfect gift for a grad, new job, promotion, wedding, etc. you can hardly do better than that. Get the right tools and that kit is something they will literally use for the rest of their lives.
I second the idea on quality grooming products. I heard that Seki City fingernail clippers were far superior to the 39-cent drug store stuff, and it is true. I have a set in the car and one in the shave kit. They cut smoothly and with authority. For about $20 you can present someone with a lifetime travel tool that is a user, not a burden. And they'll come back and thank you for it later. Quality!
Still think a knife center orange Subway Bowie would be excellent! I think Spyderco fixed blades should get more love in variations like their folders.
Hey DCA looking for something more premium to replace my Victorinox Trekker 111mm which has seen 1000s of mile of travel and more than a decade of use in multiple countries as my backup bushcraft knife. One hand opening not a deal breaker (wouldn't mind it though), but need the slicy locking main blade and a saw. Any non Victorinox options?
HEY DCA!! How about signing the box of the knives you review or put a “larger than average hands” patch in the box. It would be cool to get a knife and know you did a show with “that knife”. Thanks man keep it up.
Until some unsuspecting housewife gets creeped out by the patch in her kitchen knife box because she's never seen the youtube channel lol. But for us, yes it would be pretty cool to get a knife and find out DCA had reviewed it. Think one of my Benchmades might have been on the show, you could tell the seals were pulled back previously and I got it right after it was features on an episode.
I watch a couple TH-cam knife reviewers who are going to like that artisan proponent I think . We luv them big old sword knives 👍👍. I m trying some smaller knives like an odium and an Altus but those big chunky knives give me the fizz every time .
That MKM Flame is a great looking knife. I couldn’t quite tell, but does the version with olive scales also come with an olive hue lockbar? Or is that one only available in the Middle East?
The Proponent in D2 with black G10 scales and red anodized accents is only $55.00 (if you like the knife but not the price tag). And if you don’t mind that it’s “just” D2. The blade is black coated, so no worries about corrosion.
I was going to get a titanium proponent but I settled for the g10 D2 liner lock for about 70 bucks. I'm glad I did cus it's one of those fun chonky knives not really what I like for edc.
Would love to see more more Scandi knives with a thinner blade profile for things like food prep. Maybe something you could also EDC. Preferably fixed blade.
Artisan Cutlery lists their m390 at a rockwell range of 58-60 which from what I'm reading is below bohlers range for this steel. What's the benefit of having soft m390?
They will get more toughness out of any given steel if run a touch softer. There is an argument to be made for that on such a big chunky knife like this that one would be tempted to "abuse" more than a smaller knife. -DCA
Please do a comparison of Spyderco fixed blades, I'm particularly interested in purchasing a small fixed blade suitable for neck or pocket/belt carry. So good rivals to the aforementioned too.
Hey DCA! I am having trouble deciding between a Sig k320, Spyderco para3, and a griptilian. I want it as an edc as well as use it at work(firefighter). Which would be your recommendation and why? Keep up the great work. I look forward to more videos!
Thank you so much for the video on knives. I totally needed this today 😃 The Artisan Cutlery Proponent is on my wishlist. Along with the Acta Non Verba kiridashi & Oknife pendant knife 😍
I don’t think they have any relevance any more. During WW2 military boots came to mid calf/knee height. Modern combat boots are a bit above the ankles. A sheath knife in about your ankle joint isn’t going to work. Just dig in to the joint. Just my opinion. If I’m wrong feel free to educate me.
they clearly missed the opportunity to put a lanyard attachment point on the end of that proponent, that would "connect" that little screw, via the cord, to the knife instead of "wondering where u put it" every time u need it... cool knife, but somebody was asleep a the wheel on that one... always enjoy the vids, thanx
So You lead off with the biggest box cutter in history.
I'm instantly impressed! 👍
With a stylized swastika on it, too.
@@thepull-outking5123 absolutely hate their logo…wtf were they thinking
I use the mini Proponent at work to cut heavy plastic straps on pallets I deliver and believe me, it can take a hell of a beating. I've broken a Para 3 and a Bugout and the Proponent isn't fazed by anything!
Bear and Sons for the win this week ! Seriously cool knives
like the mkms myself, all good
That bear and sons blade looks exactly like the kizer cormorant.
I thought pretty much the same thing when I saw it. Kinda rounded over, but very similar looking.
I came to the comments to look for this reaction, I thought exactly the same. It's such a particular blade style that it's hard not to think 'Copy! Copy!!'
Glad to see the fingernail is progressing nicely.
That ArtisanCutlery Proponent is exactly why I'm a proponent of suspenders. You wear suspenders (over or under your shirt) and you won't care how much weight you carry in your pockets.
yeah, but, when you take it out, your pants snap back and hit you in the chin.
@@jeffwhitehead7990 How low is the crotch of your pants? I'm advocating for wearing suspenders.... not Zoot Suits.
I have one with copper handles, even chunkier than the Ti version.
Lol . I carry big knives in basketball shorts bit I wouldn’t with this monster . I do like it , whew . How can we not right ?
@@sithus1966 I've got the brass one from SMKW. I don't even carry it.
Nothing is more Extreme than J.Flowers.!! He is a Legend in the knife world. An Alien stranded on Earth. Great segment as always DCA & Thomas. Will definitely get that Tomahawk for Dad's special day. Cheers matey. Greetrings from Australia.
Thanks for talking about Sante Fe Stoneworks! I really want to grab an abalone inlay knife from them someday!
That Sante fe stoneworks knife reminds me of a William Henry E-6 knives for some reason
Im from santa fe and I actually have one of their knives as i watch right now. They have awesome knives and patterns each one little different . There mammoth tooth collection and dinosaur bone collection are my favorite!
@@naka-YAYA-plaza I have a mammoth tooth small folder! Love it! Been interested to see the button locks in action. Looks nice and smooth to me!
Yeah I’m a huge fan of LC200N
Excellent steel. Popular choice for custom fixed blades and kitchen knives.
I have a titanium mini proponent and it's still huge!
Oh, now we really need to see Puppet David !
That video thumbnail is perfect.
Fordite is interesting, have seen it in pistol grips as well.
Lots of jewelry too.
A lot of small knives suitable for neck carry like the Spyderco Subway Bowie also lend them selves to pocket carry via a drag line. A length of paracord tied to the sheath with a loop at the opposite end meant to go through the belt loop right above your pocket. Reach into your pocket, grab the handle oriented upwards and draw the knife. When the sheath reaches the end of the cord the knife pops out of it and the sheath is left dangling from the belt loop. I can't recall this carry method ever having been discussed.
7:41 Right in the feels! 😅👌
●MKM Flame (Italy)
●Spiderco Subway Bowie (Japan)
●Kiehl grooming tools (Germany)
THANKS for ANOTHER great episode !
David: "and guess what, it's our fav..."
Me: "IT'S OUR FAVORITE TIME OF THE WEEK, WOOOOO! you KNOW it baby!"
(ok maybe I got a little too excited, 'cause it's friday)
Didn’t realize until just now that I want a UK pen knife
If you want to try the pattern for alot less, check out the Byrd tern. Chinese made for spyderco and lesser materials, but significantly cheaper and it'll give you a good idea about how you feel about the ergonomics and the nature of the slip joint.
Or you could just get the UK PK. It's a keeper.
Ima sucker for reverse tanto! 😱
The blade shape just handles soooo gooood! 🥰
That UK PK is a nice knife. That's something you can carry anywhere and use for anything. Light, well made and slicey works for me.
Dropping the end cap makes you real, thanks
KnifeCenter is the beat knife channel in YT ever 🤘🏻
I love my s35vn proponent(i actually carry it) but now i want the m390 one.
I'll go with the Bear Tac III. The Bear and Sons never fails. My first real non gas station knife was a bear edge.
I truly like the Artisan Proponent and knives like it . Not so much for the utility of it but, more for the effect it must have on folks when they see it. Could you recommend more knives with this same quality ? I bet a video on this would be well received . And..... thanks guys for some great videos. I enjoy each and every one of them !!
To what effect are you referring?
@@jeffwhitehead7990, The awe factor
“Seth is pretty cat like.” Now, I picture him in the corner licking himself clean….🤘🤣
The proponent is an incredible workhorse. There $55 blacked out version is easily worth $200
28:19 A fighting -axe- hatchet for camping? Must be some dangerous woods! 😱
I wish they did the salt series with a dlc. Blade God those would look. Good with all the black hardware!
I dont own any Bear and Sons knives but that axis lock one has a interesting design I like it
Might I suggest a Bear Edge 61106?
@@mako8091 I'll check it out👍
@@Knifeaddictdillon honestly, that one's a knife you'd give to your non knife friends. It's an ok entry.
The Artisan Cutlery looks like a huge razor blade.
It is! I have a Smokey Mountain version with copper handles, it's quite the chunk, but awesome! Though I tend to lean to one side with it in a pocket for some reason.
Reminds me of my Kizer Sheepdog XL, in fact it's almost the same form factor except for that the Kizer has a slight curve on the belly and the point isn't as acute.
It’s so much more useful than I thought! I use it for light yard work and the usual package opening, cardboard, etc.
@@rickrussell And the Kizer is actually a very slicey blade, despite its size.
I love the ANV kiridashi. Prob my next edc. I have a love for the kiridashi style blades and i like that it's a thick, solid piece of elmax.
I travel professionally and let me tell you... a high quality set of grooming tools will pay for themselves MANY times over. I've wasted so much money buying nail clippers and scissors and such from the local drugstore, because my last tool fell apart, or I opened it after a month or two off and it was rusted, etc.
If you want a perfect gift for a grad, new job, promotion, wedding, etc. you can hardly do better than that. Get the right tools and that kit is something they will literally use for the rest of their lives.
I second the idea on quality grooming products. I heard that Seki City fingernail clippers were far superior to the 39-cent drug store stuff, and it is true. I have a set in the car and one in the shave kit. They cut smoothly and with authority. For about $20 you can present someone with a lifetime travel tool that is a user, not a burden. And they'll come back and thank you for it later. Quality!
Santa Fe! Great custom fun. Unique.
I keep thinking about that proponent , man .
Still think a knife center orange Subway Bowie would be excellent! I think Spyderco fixed blades should get more love in variations like their folders.
Dan Beam is the MAN. No doubt the knife was made in honor of the attack he survived on the Chicago EL (subway) with the CRKT fixed blade.
@@bawhite125 where can I get the infos about the blade used?
Hi David! When is the Spyderco Military 2 being released? Thank you and everyone at Knifecenter for all you do!
We don't have an ETA yet unfotunately. -DCA
The O ring over the hex on the kiridashi is to hold the bit in
Note that the middle finger flick works really well on the Bear & Son Slide Lock Folding Knife
Hey DCA looking for something more premium to replace my Victorinox Trekker 111mm which has seen 1000s of mile of travel and more than a decade of use in multiple countries as my backup bushcraft knife. One hand opening not a deal breaker (wouldn't mind it though), but need the slicy locking main blade and a saw. Any non Victorinox options?
That tomahawk is so cool
HEY DCA!! How about signing the box of the knives you review or put a “larger than average hands” patch in the box. It would be cool to get a knife and know you did a show with “that knife”. Thanks man keep it up.
Until some unsuspecting housewife gets creeped out by the patch in her kitchen knife box because she's never seen the youtube channel lol.
But for us, yes it would be pretty cool to get a knife and find out DCA had reviewed it. Think one of my Benchmades might have been on the show, you could tell the seals were pulled back previously and I got it right after it was features on an episode.
The blade on the bear and sons reminds me quite a bit of the kizer Cormorant
Picked up that Proponent…great knife and premium blade! My new box cutter 👊🏼🍻
I watch a couple TH-cam knife reviewers who are going to like that artisan proponent I think . We luv them big old sword knives 👍👍. I m trying some smaller knives like an odium and an Altus but those big chunky knives give me the fizz every time .
If you carry the Artisan Cutlery Proponent with the pin screwed into it, wouldn't that make it a 2-handed opener?
It'd make it a FAKE fixed blade. Unfortunate.
Reply +1
@@nicolasgruman635 If you had the pin in while closed.
I love how the old designs come back. There is NO perfect knife. It's left to the individual
and that's what makes it perfect
That Artisan Proponent would be a great alternative for those who are sick of Medford’s overpriced garbage and racist attitudes.
Except the pattern milled into the pivot looks like something the Medford fanbois identify with closely
Never seen the Bear & Son brand before? Are they any good? That fixed blade actually looks decent for a thin motorcycle boot blade.
That MKM Flame is a great looking knife. I couldn’t quite tell, but does the version with olive scales also come with an olive hue lockbar? Or is that one only available in the Middle East?
The Proponent in D2 with black G10 scales and red anodized accents is only $55.00 (if you like the knife but not the price tag). And if you don’t mind that it’s “just” D2. The blade is black coated, so no worries about corrosion.
I’ve we personally never seen a D2 knife rust, but I guess it’s theoretically possible.
I have one of those. I love it.
@@jbeers1234 that’s always everyone’s beef with D2. I don’t have an issue with it.
I was going to get a titanium proponent but I settled for the g10 D2 liner lock for about 70 bucks. I'm glad I did cus it's one of those fun chonky knives not really what I like for edc.
That kiridashi is right-handed. The flat side goes up against your straightedge as a guide, for a right-handed person.
Subway bowie would make a great boot knife
Dude $395 SFSW ! That’s thing is gorgeous!!!! 🤩 Fordite? That’s interesting
Yeah, but no way am I paying $400 for a VG-10 knife. There's absolutely no reason they couldn't have gone with a decent powder metal for that price.
Would love to see more more Scandi knives with a thinner blade profile for things like food prep. Maybe something you could also EDC. Preferably fixed blade.
Great assortment today. Lot to think about.
New knives 8/25: in which Artisan out-Medfords Medford
You were so nervous when you got that award 😍
New knives time *YES*
Love these vids. I get excited when I see new uploads
DCA, what would be a good straight razor to start with and what is the difference in width of the blade, such as a 5/8 vs a 6/8?
That MKM is NICE
Vroom groom groom!🖖
Artisan Cutlery lists their m390 at a rockwell range of 58-60 which from what I'm reading is below bohlers range for this steel. What's the benefit of having soft m390?
They will get more toughness out of any given steel if run a touch softer. There is an argument to be made for that on such a big chunky knife like this that one would be tempted to "abuse" more than a smaller knife. -DCA
@@knifecenter thanks DCA!
I am sorry DCA, for snatching that purple malibu out of your SLTA hands. But at least we have one happy Norwegian here today.
how tactical is the subway as i get mugged in the subway?
Hopefully they add a stainless steel to that Bear & Son knife at some point in the future.
Let's ship some lc200n to Golden, spyderco, and make some para 3s 😁
Medford crying in D2. Artisan showing what can be done for 200 bucks!
DCA, we all know you are really from the “right-side-up” 👌🏻
Hey Sante Fe Stoneworks, William Henry called. They want their knife back.
Please do a comparison of Spyderco fixed blades, I'm particularly interested in purchasing a small fixed blade suitable for neck or pocket/belt carry. So good rivals to the aforementioned too.
Love the Spyderco Bowie, but just too small. I hope they make a slightly larger carbon copy of that.
Hey DCA! I am having trouble deciding between a Sig k320, Spyderco para3, and a griptilian. I want it as an edc as well as use it at work(firefighter). Which would be your recommendation and why? Keep up the great work. I look forward to more videos!
Thank you so much for the video on knives. I totally needed this today 😃 The Artisan Cutlery Proponent is on my wishlist. Along with the Acta Non Verba kiridashi & Oknife pendant knife 😍
Uh, I def wanna see an in depth review of that B&S Boot Bowie AND that cross bar lock pocket knife!!
Is the Oknife Nightclaw a joke? I don't get it.
The m390 on the proponent is it really only heat treated to 58-60 hrc. M390 should nvr be heat treated below 61 I've heard.
DCA HELP When are we going to get a D2 version of the Minimalist Katana? I need it.
Add some Toor knives to the mix
They have several new knives coming out soon.
I like that Bear and Sons. Nostalgia points for my first butterfly knife
Boot scootin' boogie Bowie
The only issue with the Artisan Proponent is it needs a deep finger choil
Wow ! The proponent . I ordered a valor and now see this , sheesh 🙄. Yer killen me smalls
The DCA outtakes are my favorite time of the week
Spyderco UKPK Salt is the most perfectly distilled edc knife in the entire Spyderco catalogue. shhhhh….it is.
Watching this video in my semi truck after being broken down for 6 hours on my birthday🤙🏻
I ve had t9 s work in t8 s and t7 s work for t6 s .
Knife 9nives and gear here, Gr8 stuff, guys n grls
For $79 I can get a 154cm button lock from Kizer..that Bear and sons...nah...
This question has prolly already been asked but any ways dca did you enjoy getting flashed by Thomas?
Now i just want to see puppet david!
I'm a big proponent of that first knife.
Sorry. Couldn't help myself. 🤣
Is the wreckhart going to be on one of these videos soon?
Are boot knives still a thing? And if so, can you recommend any? Thank you and keep up the good work gentlemen.
I don’t think they have any relevance any more. During WW2 military boots came to mid calf/knee height. Modern combat boots are a bit above the ankles. A sheath knife in about your ankle joint isn’t going to work. Just dig in to the joint.
Just my opinion. If I’m wrong feel free to educate me.
they clearly missed the opportunity to put a lanyard attachment point on the end of that proponent, that would "connect" that little screw, via the cord, to the knife instead of "wondering where u put it" every time u need it... cool knife, but somebody was asleep a the wheel on that one... always enjoy the vids, thanx
Here's a tiny pin with some string on it attached to...attached to...well dang.
Yeah, $190 for that AC is decent. I like it and that’s normally not at all my jam
American Tomahawk is owned by RMJ now? I'm lost in the past I guess.
I wish knife makers wouldn't use velcro. It just don't last and eventually becomes useless.