@ADSUPINTHIS Damn, I really hope they don't retire the model. It seems to be such a successful design that I iust hoped they'd keep it around. Thankfully, I pre-ordered a reverse tux, so I won't completely miss out on it, but I was hoping to also get some other version at some point.
I love, love, love the Kunwu Padre! I've had the satin diamond Ti version for a couple months, and I now have both a stonewashed diamond Ti version AND the "secret" satin orange peel Ti Padre, (they only made 24), on the way to me now!
@@sterlingstoots3215 The version which will show wear the least obviously is definitely the stonewashed diamond Ti. However, the very high polish Kunwu puts on their satin blades means it would be pretty easy to polish out most scratches with something as simple as some Flitz.
Yelp I just ordered mine too. I'm not a huge knife guy, I just bought the mini claymore a few months ago and Ive been look for a show piece. I almost pulled the trigger and got the Django but I knew as soon as I did they would release more Padres. So glad I waited!
@@mrcordell865 django is a different experience, would recommend coping one. The black dlc on the blade is the best I’ve seen so far, I own a okay collection, but this one is definitely occupying the special place in my heart
Awesome video Doody! Knife looks killer! Not sure how easy it would be for you to get but if you can get your hands on some of the green plastic pallet strapping material that’s really good for cut tests! It’s hard on blades and was most of what I cut at my last job.
Kunwu does repeat runs. I expect there will be more batches of Padre especially with the positive response. I missed out on the Timascus add-ons and they did another run of them.
Great looking knife and it tested well. I can see why you want one! I still like my Nightshade in Elmax. It has preformed even better with the edge angle lowered to 25 degrees inclusive.
Certainly cut thru the thicker cardboard very smoothly with no hesitation. Wide blade makes for wide handle as well. See why you were impressed and hope you find one for purchase.
I was not familiar with Kunwu before this video but after looking them up I see quite a few designs I like on their site. That pulsar with Blue Gmasscus looks pretty sick.
The Padre is one of the most badass knives released in 2023. I got lucky and scored one the retailer must have miss priced because it was $238 when I bought it but the price went up to $330 the day after I ordered it. Jared Neeves said he also missed getting one, so he called Kunwu and was told that they weren't planning to make more anytime soon, if ever. I think they are missing a huge opportunity by not keeping this model in their line up. This thing has a similar cool factor to Strider, Evo, Xm-18, ect. Great video man! If you like the Padre you might check out the PMP Ares it's a S90v beast.
They're reappearing on the market now. I was sold as soon as I handled one. It's a layaway situation for me. I'm super sketchy about spending that kind of money on a new company. It's GOOD. REAL GOOD. I'll probably get the Ronin at some point too. They've definitely got a future as a knife company. I was impressed even more so than I was with the Vosteed Thunderbird. Vosteed is killing it. I'd like to see these guys offer some more budget friendly options under the $200 mark. That's why Vosteed has absolutely EXPLODED. I'd buy stock in Vosteed if I could.
I would offer to sell you mine but this is one of my absolute favorite knives in my collection and my favorite kunwu by a wide margin lol I’m glad you loved the knife! I hope you find one! I will keep my eyes peeled and see if I can find one
It takes forever to get stuff from Kunwu since they’re overseas. I ordered a Padre a few weeks ago and haven’t gotten it hey. I know it sucks but be patient and it’ll come
I just pre-ordered mine, and now it's all I can think about lol. I couldn't decide which version I wanted to go with because I really like them all. However, I ended up going with the reverse tux because I just had to experience that polished dlc coating. I'm so stoked... March can't come quick enough
I visited their site over and over so many times when this was available. I don’t know why but something just kept preventing me from buying. I was about to go for it when I heard the fancy spacer and clip were available and by the time I got to the site, the damn knives were gone😂. Heard some say it’s actually discontinued so who knows. I haven’t looked for secondary prices yet, but no way I’d pay a markup if there is one after passing at retail so many times.
I own this one and love it too!! The action, detent and SOUND of it are amazing. Great to see it perform so well in your testing.
Yes! It’s astounding
@doodysdaggers The padre is available if you still wanted one. It's the last run that are doing. I believe they are retiring the model... for now.
@ADSUPINTHIS Damn, I really hope they don't retire the model. It seems to be such a successful design that I iust hoped they'd keep it around. Thankfully, I pre-ordered a reverse tux, so I won't completely miss out on it, but I was hoping to also get some other version at some point.
I love, love, love the Kunwu Padre! I've had the satin diamond Ti version for a couple months, and I now have both a stonewashed diamond Ti version AND the "secret" satin orange peel Ti Padre, (they only made 24), on the way to me now!
Damn you really do love the Padre!! Haha yeah man it really is amazing. On the list for knife of the year
Which finish do you prefer and is less prone to scratch in you're opinion the satin or stonewashed.
@@sterlingstoots3215 The version which will show wear the least obviously is definitely the stonewashed diamond Ti. However, the very high polish Kunwu puts on their satin blades means it would be pretty easy to polish out most scratches with something as simple as some Flitz.
@@sonofliberty78 thanks so much I found one I think I'm gonna get it
@@sterlingstoots3215 Ya definitely should! The Padre is a $300 knife with the quality of a ~$600 knife.
I just ordered black DLC version! Already got myself an Orion and Django, what a awesome pieces, words can’t describe
Nice to hear. I just order one also
Yelp I just ordered mine too. I'm not a huge knife guy, I just bought the mini claymore a few months ago and Ive been look for a show piece. I almost pulled the trigger and got the Django but I knew as soon as I did they would release more Padres. So glad I waited!
@@mrcordell865 django is a different experience, would recommend coping one. The black dlc on the blade is the best I’ve seen so far, I own a okay collection, but this one is definitely occupying the special place in my heart
Yesss, great video Kevin. I am def. putting the padre on the to get list for sure if they release more! Thanks Doody.
This blade is a slicing beast! I was able to get one off their website and I can't wait to get it!
How long did it take to get?
Great to the cut test on that knife. I love mine, it’s so bad ass.
Awesome video Doody! Knife looks killer! Not sure how easy it would be for you to get but if you can get your hands on some of the green plastic pallet strapping material that’s really good for cut tests! It’s hard on blades and was most of what I cut at my last job.
Oh yeah I know what you’re talking about, the thin plastic straps that are around 1/2” wide
@@doodysdaggers yessir
Kunwu does repeat runs. I expect there will be more batches of Padre especially with the positive response. I missed out on the Timascus add-ons and they did another run of them.
Well that’s hopeful!
Wow man super cool knife!
Blade reminds me a bit of my TRM shadow. Must have indeed 😅
The clip is so cool badass man
Yeah definitely Shadow adjacent!
So psyched to see more Vanax!
Great looking knife and it tested well. I can see why you want one! I still like my Nightshade in Elmax. It has preformed even better with the edge angle lowered to 25 degrees inclusive.
Oh very nice! Yeah the Nightshade is insanely good🤠
I wanted this one a lot, and missed it as well. But I did order the Django, can't wait for it to arrive.
So between the Padre and the Stitch which one is your favorite?
Padre
Certainly cut thru the thicker cardboard very smoothly with no hesitation. Wide blade makes for wide handle as well. See why you were impressed and hope you find one for purchase.
I was not familiar with Kunwu before this video but after looking them up I see quite a few designs I like on their site. That pulsar with Blue Gmasscus looks pretty sick.
I had a Pulsar for a while! It’s really excellent
You should be able to pre order on their site. I did last week and it says that they will ship in March
The Padre is one of the most badass knives released in 2023. I got lucky and scored one the retailer must have miss priced because it was $238 when I bought it but the price went up to $330 the day after I ordered it. Jared Neeves said he also missed getting one, so he called Kunwu and was told that they weren't planning to make more anytime soon, if ever. I think they are missing a huge opportunity by not keeping this model in their line up. This thing has a similar cool factor to Strider, Evo, Xm-18, ect. Great video man! If you like the Padre you might check out the PMP Ares it's a S90v beast.
Agreed! It may very well be my 2023 knife of the year
They're reappearing on the market now. I was sold as soon as I handled one. It's a layaway situation for me. I'm super sketchy about spending that kind of money on a new company. It's GOOD. REAL GOOD. I'll probably get the Ronin at some point too. They've definitely got a future as a knife company. I was impressed even more so than I was with the Vosteed Thunderbird. Vosteed is killing it. I'd like to see these guys offer some more budget friendly options under the $200 mark. That's why Vosteed has absolutely EXPLODED. I'd buy stock in Vosteed if I could.
Hi, Is this the original delivered sharpness, or did you sharpen it yoursel
Original factory edge
Watching you strop the blade after the cut test and wanted to know what stropping compound you used? 3000? 6000?
I think it’s 5,000 grit
I hate slipping out! Also. Your voice sounds so similar to Zack from The Smoking Tire. It’s wild.
I’m not familiar! I’ll have to go check that out
I would offer to sell you mine but this is one of my absolute favorite knives in my collection and my favorite kunwu by a wide margin lol I’m glad you loved the knife! I hope you find one! I will keep my eyes peeled and see if I can find one
Thanks buddy!
If you haven’t gotten one yet, there are two versions left on WMK on the last page of kunwu stuff.
Love both of mine as well. Detent on sw version is better
I really wanted that one but went with another one instead. People been saying it’s discontinued? Why?
Because they only made a certain amount. It’s unknown whether or not they’ll make more. I sure hope so
@@doodysdaggers I get they only made a certain amount. I’m just curious as to why they wouldn’t make more if they sold through their inventory
@@tgonzalez1983 not sure. It’s a small shop and they’re moving on to other designs I believe
@@doodysdaggers yeah. They made tons of other models too.
Really hoping they make more or even a mini
A mini would be crazy cool!
@@doodysdaggers compadre 😅
I ordered mine 10 days ago and haven’t seen a shipping update. How do you call Kunwu?
It takes forever to get stuff from Kunwu since they’re overseas. I ordered a Padre a few weeks ago and haven’t gotten it hey. I know it sucks but be patient and it’ll come
@@doodysdaggers Glad we snagged it then!
@@doodysdaggers Just curious if you’ve received yours yet? It’s hit that 3 week mark for me without an update
@@brandonkimmel5285 nope not yet.. but I’m not worried. It just takes forever
sick intro... that should be your Doodys Daggers theme song .. flames and knives yay
Thanks! It kinda is, since I use it so much haha
Food! The Padre just dropped again! Thought I should let you know.
I just pre-ordered mine, and now it's all I can think about lol. I couldn't decide which version I wanted to go with because I really like them all. However, I ended up going with the reverse tux because I just had to experience that polished dlc coating. I'm so stoked... March can't come quick enough
Just ordered mine brother.
Awesome!! I did too, waiting for it to arrive
On kunwu now an orange peel version available :)
I already ordered a regular stonewash one 😁
@@doodysdaggers i bought both 😅
Ooh! Bad boy 🔥
Nice!
Awesome knife. I'm glad it's not available because im broke 😂.
I feel you on that one 😁
I’m broke because Kunwu keeps putting out great knives.
Eh, I just can't force myself to buy Chinese knives for whatever reason.
Typed on a cellphone that's made in China 😐
@@TheBandit13 don't be daft, that's out of ones control - buying a knife of my choice of origin isn't 🥴🥴🥴🥴
Sweet.
What’s up Doods !!!!!
Stuck between getting a Padre or full ti Hinderer skinny slicer
Tough..
that knife looks good .Just a question what do you treat your leather strop with or do you keep it dry .
I just use the green compound that came with my strop. But I’m about to get into diamond spray for it. I hear it’s very good
You can also leave compound off the other side and make that the final raw dog polish.
Yes
Morning doody n dudes
I visited their site over and over so many times when this was available. I don’t know why but something just kept preventing me from buying. I was about to go for it when I heard the fancy spacer and clip were available and by the time I got to the site, the damn knives were gone😂. Heard some say it’s actually discontinued so who knows. I haven’t looked for secondary prices yet, but no way I’d pay a markup if there is one after passing at retail so many times.
Yeah I’ve heard that too, I dunno. I’m just hoping they decide to make more sometime. This is a knife I’d immediately buy
Looks a bit like the Rosie
I can see it
Too bad they're discontinued
I’m really hoping they decide to make some more
Took about a month