That Loving Feeling “On My Mind” (The addiction is real)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 พ.ค. 2022
- This is a discussion video talking about the Pandora’s box that is opened when you initially get into purchasing more expensive knives, and really get into the community.
Love seeing someone get bit by the blade bug! 👍🏼👊🏼
I started buying "used" knives... Helps me get over the "too nice" to use thing.
I gift a lot of knives to friends and family... Many of the knives never get out of the box.
I'm starting to let my nephew try out knives in my carry rotation and let him keep the ones he likes...
Great video. Thank you! : )
That’s a great way to go about it, and I have a quite a bit I acquired used. That’s great. I find it as, if not more, enjoyable to give someone you love a knife, than buying a new knife for myself. I have a few picked out for my nephew already, and he’ll probably get my collection when I die. Thanks a lot man
The only thing I disagree with is crk being as good as it gets on production, I would say it's spyderco, they are running there steels in 2022 at optimal range hrc and very consistent especially compared to everyone else, and they do an abundance of steels, love seeing uou back brotha, this community is amazing and I love seeing the OGs still involved. For me personally it's very therapeutic.
The amount of steels, treated well, and plethora of designs and models definitely give Spyderco a special place in the ranks, and always one of my favorites. I just think as overall build quality, heat treat, consistency… I think that’s where CRK takes it for me. I can definitely appreciate where you’re coming from though. Thank you my friend. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
I want a crk but I never can get one without weird inserts in the handle. I just want the plain Jane all metal scales. One day I'll have the cash and the knife I desire will be available
They're both the peak of production knives, but for different reasons.
It's basically apples to oranges to compare the two. If you do try to find a common denominator then it inevitably leads you to the Slysz Bowie, which doesn't even remotely belong in a discussion about CRK quality.
Overall, it's like saying Chevrolet is better than Koenigsegg because they sell more cars, and those cars are made well.
No disrespect to Spyderco, they're probably the only company I actually legitimately respect.
@@CNYKnifeNerd they are absolutely 2 different apples, and I'm not saying crk has a poor heat treatment but spyderco heat treatments are far superior to there's, crk has been known for running there s35vn on the softer side so that it's easier to sharpen in the field, I can't speak to there S45VN but spyderco has consistently ran there steels all at optimal range hrc for superior edge retention, even though they are using so many different steels, and I'm not bashing crk I love them but it just it's just how it is especially the past 3 years
I’m sure you can find a plain Jain one. You could probably find a good deal on a used one, for cheaper.
Surprised more people haven't talked about this! It's such a wild obsession most people think is crazy. I've been in it for 4 years and I'm still in the early phases of excitement although it comes and goes in waves. Constantly fighting the urge to buy a new knife every month. I get so particular over getting every knife perfect with drop shut action, centered, no blade play, razor sharp, etc. Really appreciate what you said about not needing the drop shut action. Great to hear other people's perspective. Cheers!
It’s definitely not something you share with everyone haha yeah, I definitely simmered a bit, but it’s still there. Yeah, I can definitely understand the urge for perfection. Glad you enjoyed. Cheers!
I totally agree, the addiction is real.
I enjoyed the video and can totally relate. I'm 51 years old and loving the hobby like a 10 year old with GI Joe's. I started with Spyderco and topped with CRK Sebenza for my 50th birthday.
From there, I moved from knife style to knife style. My last 2 purchases were a SAK Explorer with the plus scales that I carry in a brown leather slip from ETSY, and 4 days ago I got my Chaves ultramar 229 Redencion Kickstop that is just a sleek, beefy, slab of badassery.
I agree CRK is the pinnacle but there are some slick knives out there that I'd love to get my hands on. I love what ProTech brings to the table as a company. Their lineup is always interesting and innovative. I love my Malibu. But then I think, "a Shiro would look great in my collection someday". So, yeah. It never ends, my friend.
The paths we are on are very similar. As a maintenance tech I get the best use out of sheep foot blades less than 3" with stock less than .125". Those types of blades are what I'm after. I have just as much fun fidgeting a lockback on washers as I do anything else. I really dig keeping the edges hair popping sharp. I have an AD20.5 with a Shark Foot blade, if you would like to try it out let me know.
Over here in England, it's complicated selling knives, which are not legal to carry, ie, all locking knives, and anything with a blade length over 3 inches,,..
So, I have to buy knives which I intend to keep permanently, and obviously this makes buying, a whole different ball game,,
Yes, I have the addiction, (and a permanently growing collection 🤣),,
if I had an easy way, to sell /exchange, some of my knives, I'd be a lot happier too,,
Great video,, thanks,,
John....
A military buddy got a little too messed up one day at my place, ended up leaving his Gerber 06 auto and they was it for me. It snowballed into the Benchmades, then spyderco shortly after. Then I remember when I got my first CRK. Then Shirogorov, CKF and it got out I’d hand fairly quickly. I’m now dabbling into customs and I can’t just buy a ton of them so I literally just enjoy the time I have with it and move it along to try something else that I’m eyeing. I can’t collect now, but still get that same feeling when I get a new knife. I’ve given a couple friends some knives too and that also made me happy. It’s definitely a crazy feeling and to me it never gets old.
Yeah, it certainly can snowball fast. That’s a cool way to go about it.
Great topic, I remember the thrill of checking the tracking every couple hours on a knife to see how close it was getting to me lol. My lady hated it
For sure! The ladies always do haha
the 2 that sent me down the rabbit hole where the rat 1 and tenacious. still have both and I've been back to edc for probably about 7 years. as I've gone through this I've spent the last few years on the flavor of the month budget knives. I'm currently moving more towards higher quality and knives I really want. you tube is a big part of my social aspect of the community along with ig I just need to watch to support and not get wrapped into the hype. Great video 👍
Awesome video Kenny! I truly enjoyed it! It brought back memories of when I got bit by the knife addiction bug. I’m also pretty simmered or marinated. I’m to the point to where I know what I like and I’m content with what I have. It’s been a long journey but it’s been a very enjoyable journey with great memories. But it can be very expensive and things can get carried away if you’re not disciplined. From Knives, sharpening stones, sharpening systems emulsions knife containers knife e storage etc. But it’s awesome to hear and see other people get bitten by the bug and see their true excitement that they have for the Knife world . One thing I have learned overtime is the beauty in a knife as it ages from use. It’s something that needs to be experienced in order to truly appreciate the knife and to truly know it. I think More of the knife community needs to experience this in order to come full circle with knowing their knives. Also like you said knowing how to sharpen your knives is a huge deal and also very enjoyable and gives you more insight to your knives . Have a great weekend Kenny!
I just got my first fancy knife because of you!
All your para 3 content, got me going down the rabbit hole.
Hunted months for the discounted BlackHQ Spyderco Para 3 M4 DLC after you patina'ed your stain version!
Also sent you a DM question on instagram! Hope it doesn't get lost in the shufle!
Cheers! Looking forward to more videos!
Man, the chase in the beginning when I was learning everything there is to know about knives was the best feeling ever. Don't have the same intensity as I once did, but man were those the days. Every knife was so cool😂
Wasn’t it? You definitely can’t keep that intensity and stay sane, or housed😂 it’s definitely a great feeling to think about, and seeing someone in that state makes you feel it a little bit.
Speak for yourselves, I STAY WITH THE INTENSITY 💪 💪 💪 😆 🤣 today's agenda ( can I get another)
@@NeevesKnives 😂😂
Never thought about the lock bar tension before makes sense. Great video subject on the addiction 💯
Thanks Brandon… figured everyone could relate.
Excellent, excellent video. Feel many of the same sentiments as you. Have recently been shedding all Chinese knives I own and a few months back once I started heavily using CRKs in my rotation and at work, I came to the realization that they are the pinnacle and exactly what I desire on a utilitarian and aesthetic level. Great video man
Also have recently really dug the Spartan Harsey Folder (the big boy). So pleasant to use and look at.
Thanks a lot, and that’s awesome! I haven’t tried a Spartan yet, but it’s definitely on my list of knives to try in the near future.
Chasing that high Baby!
Lol for real!
Thanks for sharing 👍👍
The hype, and research before buying was definitely a huge part of it for me. New knife days are still awesome, although I’ve got my problems (mostly) under control 😂
It’s always nice, that first reveal, and seeing if it lives up to what you had pictured. It’s always lurking 😂 those damn emails for sprints and exclusives
I was on that buying train for a while, got up to buying benchmades, then slowed down, then I got a bugout reblade and now I don't have a lot of desire to get much more. Might pick up a sebenza at some point after selling off some other knives. I'm glad this reblade quelled that fire, I'm much happier using and getting to know my knives for longer vs using one for a few months then looking for something new.
That’s great man. I wish I was satisfied at that point. I went steam rolled that brink within the first year lol
Really enjoyed this one. Partly as I have been falling down the Rabbit Hole for Months now! I feel all that you are saying, so looking forward to the evolving nature of your content. Keep at it! 👍
Glad you enjoyed, and enjoy the ride😂 thanks a lot man👊
Great perspective and insight.
Thanks!
Very clever and wise points here man... excellent vid!
Thanks man.0
Always glad to see you post a vid.
Thank you my friend.
Nice video man, definitely needed. I think I have waves of this more obsessive buying that goes up and down according to what/when I can afford. For me watching videos is not the best way of curbing the hunt because it just sparks new avenues I want to explore haha.
You prob already know this, but I'm sure you'll be happy to know that crk are planning to switch to magnacut at 64-65hrc (last I heard a few months ago, might be outdated now). If that will be the case I don't think I'll be able to resist buying one!
Thanks bro. Yeah mine definitely has an ebb and flow to it as well. Yeah, I totally feel you on that lol I did hear about that, and I’m super psyched for that!
Everything you talked about is exactly what I went through when I 1st got into knives.
I think it’s just how it goes. Varying a bit from case to case, but similar none the less.
The Spyderco bug it in...bad. 36 Spydercos in 8 months. Ya it got that bad. It got to a point Id buy like a PM2 get so excited for it to arrive take it out the box and be amazed and 15 mins later put it back in the box and order another lmao. Then it ended up I had like 20 that I barely used and I was like wtf am I doing.
Hey kenny were on the same page
Yeah i watched u way before when we were addicted to spydercos and the variety of blade steels
But now im happy and contented with CRK
Thanks for sticking with me man. Don’t get me wrong… I’m still a sucker for steel haha
As long as you're doing videos, do your thing.
My first grail knife was the Drop ferrum forge Mordax Alll black it took months to get it after I purchased it I do like the knife but I want to get it customized. The only knife I bought that wasn't worth the hype is the protech Malibu when I finally got it I was like meh. Thanks for the Video Bro.
The Mordax is a nice knife. Mine needed a regrind for sure though lol that’s interesting. I never handled a Malibu, but I was curious about them. Of course
I loved this video because it makes me realize I'm not the only one! It does rabbit hole and butterfly trail but I can relate so much. I could type paragraphs into the comments but I do try to keep from that indulgence. I will end by saying that I love hearing your experiences and relating to some of them. Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it Ken. I knew it would be a relatable video. We all love that feeling.
#BigFacts
I'd add, join a sweet secondary community (shout out CKG!) so that you can buy for less than retail, and sell things that don't quite fit your style.
Interesting idea. What is ckg? Is that on IG or FB?
@@inthepocket7405 Its a Canadian (lots of members in the states etc.) FB group for EDC. Great community, awesome place to buy/sell and just chat in general.
If you were to buy a brand new CRK from their shop for your one and only knife for life, what model, size, blade shape, inlay no inlay would you go with? Or maybe if you could do 2 and only haha?
assuming all the blade shapes are avabile for the 31 even though they aren't rn if that would be one of your answers**
Man, that’s tough😅 it would either be the Sebenza, with elder burl inlays, or the Umnumzaan. I think😂