@@rohandas5987 I second this. I'd much rather see VG-10 or N690 for a fairly inexpensive blade steel choice. Would really like to see S30V or S35VN blade steel and carbon fiber scales. As is, it's a great looking knife.
ImNotReallyBritish yeah, honestly if they just made it so that the clip could go on both sides and put a thumb stud on the other side, it’s be very nice. Throw in some D2 or 154cm and it’ll be perfect
CRKT has listened, a new revision to the CEO is available on blade HQ with a flipper and tip-up carry, and they also ditched the CRKT branding on the pocket clip too!
That knife is so slim it might actually slip past security if you park it in your shirt pocket next to an equally chubby stainless steel ball point. Not that I want to try but theoretically it might
This looks like a perfect pickup for my briefcase carry. That clip looks like it’ll slide up on thick leather nicely and the form factor will sit nice right next to a pen.
Great review on the CEO. CRKT just came out with a flipper version ( 2021) with 'tip up' carry and a redesigned clip. New blade steel ,from I understand (according to CRKT), AUS 8 steel. The newer version is without a thumbstud which looks more steamlined. Love your videos for your honest opinions, but, I don't know what I enjoy more....your assessments on the knives or your 'one-liners' you come up with....thanks for the great videos 😉
Reminds me of the Böker Plus Wasabi. The Wasabi is a friction folder and a mite shorter, so legal for us in the UK to carry. It also has the advantage of being a front flipper, so ambidextrous, and it’s available in G10, cocobolo or carbon fibre, but is also tip down only. It’s also my most watched knife video.
I just bought one and have been playing with it for an hour or so. In general I like it. It is light, slim and looks nice. I got it for a "dress" knife. As in something that looks a bit more elegant when I am wearing nice clothes or in a situation where I don't want some crazy tactical looking thing. It also very comfortable in my pocket. Lets be honest, its a pen knife. Its for opening letters, a box now and then or other light duty things. It isn't a fighting knife, carving knife or utility work knife. I like the longer blade though personally. I was worried it would be shorter and I am glad it wasn't. I don't like how it opens nor do I like the lock though. Opening is a bit stiff, hopefully that will wear in? And like you commented closing it is a bit of a pain, especially with one hand. It would be a simple fix really by removing some of the handle or adding a slight hump to the liner so you have something push on. I love the simplicity of it though. I took it apart to see how it worked and was impressed. No springs to fail, it has actual bearings and is a simple design. I was impressed for 40 bucks honestly. My last knife was a benchmade that cost several times more and it failed! Both the springs for the Axis lock broke in less than 2 years. And that was like a 160 dollar knife. Not impressed, at all. If they fixed the liner lock to be easier to use I would absolutely love this knife. Will it be the best knife I have ever owned? Probably not, but it was 40 bucks. I can tell you right now though after an hour so I can tell its better than some I have owned for considerably more money. I am not overly concerned about the type of steel as long as it doesn't rust. I am sure it won't be hard to touch up the edge now and then when it needs it.
It's clearly a light-use/occasional carry knife and definately not for anything more. 8Cr13MoV is fine for this application and keeps the price reasonable. And the light weight means it could be carried in a jacket pocket without the clip. I like it very much...
Yep I agree. Like I said in my post, this isn't a tactical knife, it isn't a fighting knife, a woodworking knife or a utility knife for someone with a "real" job that would abuse it. Its a light duty pocket knife for doing simple things.
I like it and ordered one, suits my lower price point collection, which is all my collection is with a few exceptions. Not worried about the steel for the use it will get.
I absolutely look forward to your thoughts on the newest Spyderco Para... the Para-ta. It is a weird one, Mr Nick. As always, well done, very astute, etc.
I kind of like it too in a weird way. If they made one with the correct carry option/s, with CF scales, a better steel and a better grind for a higher price (because of the upgraded materials obviously) I would probably buy one
I would contend that that tip down carry works for the pants pocket as well as your thumb is in position to work the stud as you pull it out and do not have to change hand position.
The Real Steel G5 Metamorph with blue G10 scales from Indiana Knives and a N690 blade, tip down carry is a much better alternative. While it takes time to get used to the front opening mechanism, there is no flipper tab to get in the way, either when in the pocket or in use.
Just got one for Christmas. My thumb is sore from opening it all day. As much as it’s difficult to pop open, I can’t stop playing with it. I love the sleek design. I’m used to carrying an OTF so the tip down carry feels a little strange. So far I like it other than that.
You have nice looking hands.. I just subscribed and k.i.s.s. crkt was one of my first pocket knife. Awesome channel. I have alot to catch up..thanks Nick.
Buying this as a car knife. Something I can use to cut food and eat with, open the odd package, cut labels off, remove threads from clothing and anything else when on the road. Small enough to stash away and not take up a lot of space and slim enough to not draw any attention for LE or if I use it to eat when in public view as it kind of just looks like a steak knife.
Think I’ll get one just so I can look forward to a package coming in the mail 😂. Actually I probably have a knife arriving every week. Waiting on one now from Rob B.
Think you'll review the new flipper version? I've been digging picking up the slim "gentlemen" design knives lately. I got the CEO and two versions of the Boker Urban trapper (slightly shorter black synthetic scales and the awesome longer version with cocobolo wood scales). Think I'm going to pick up the LCK+ Large too. I know they knives aren't really heavy duty but their fun and damn are they easy to carry and fun to use.
Your wish has been answered my friend. They are actually coming out with a d2 version with a green micarta handle with a $60 dollar price tag. So only $20 more for better steel. Id say that would be a great purchase. I actually really like the current version as well.
Great video. What's the story with that little cutout area at the base of the blade, close to the folding point (you referred to it as a smiley)? Do you think it was necessary for the design and functionality? Also, I do have a quick question. Do you have any insight on the 7096 version (the original) also being sold as a 7096K? Trying to assess what the "K" is all about and IF it is a legit "CRKT" production or a "K"nockoff. Thanks for the vide and your time. Stay safe!
I haven't been real positive about your reviews lately Nick but I must admit that this is a cool shirt pocket knife, actually pretty clever. 👍Nice review as usual. Thanks
I think we should understand the concept here. This is a pen knife designed for carry in shirt or breast pockets. That's why we see the pen-like form factor and tip-down carry. That's great. As Nick noted, billboarding the clip diminishes the value. So too does using 8Cr13Mov at this price. I'd love to see something like this in better steel from Ruike, Civivi, etc. I'd also like to see it with a flipper tab.
I like the looks but it's very similar to the Kershaw g10 hawk I've had for a while which has the same blade steel but the clip was one position tip up. But it cost me all of $13. I'm kinda meh about the CEO.
Bought this knife at Blade 2021. Very difficult to sharpen because of the thumb stud. Wish I would have waited for the flipper but didn't know one was coming. I like my urban trapper more
I think that 2.5 inches or even 2 inches would be better for that kind of design. And maybe give the knife a flipper tap like the Boker LRF. Not annoying, small and hidden when the knife is open. This would solve the right hand only problem a bit.
The CEOO 2 "tactical" version; new for 2020; will soon be available for tip up Icelandick suit wearers near you, thank you Cricket; you know everybody still just loves that special blade steel you still insist on using and we are all rushing to buy your new designs because of it.
Nick how does the overall construction of this knife feel, is it solid /rigid or does it feel flimsy. I was very disappointed with my boker urban trapper it had blade play and the scales felt very flimsy/bendy when you gripped the knife, no reviews I watched mentioned that
I have pretty big hands, the lockbar kinda hurts to use and flicking it open is def a little hard, but like you said, not really a knife to use all the time so not the biggest problem.
I recently got one for my partner for their "going out" knife. They seem to like it so far. The opening is a PITA, until you get used to it. It needs some cleaning after a month (they work in agriculture, so things get dirty fast). Your other video on the CEO will help with that.
Thanks for including this knife in your reviews! I have this knife and love it! Very classy and I love the look and action! Blade quality is just so so but if im going to be using a knife a lot I pocket a better fit for the job at hand. For daily carry in an office its perfect!
Hey Nick, can you review Firebird by Ganzo knives? Apparently they are good low-cost knives with a “Axis-lock” in 440C or D2 Liner locks. I know you don’t like clone knives, and I don’t like that they use Axis Lock rip-off, but they are not tac-force quality at all or even close to it, they do not make sharpened plastic stick knives.
A little bit over 3 inches, perfect, so it's not legal in some places because of that, but doesn't have the extra length to justify going over three in the first place... These companies have gotta knock this stuff off. Knife laws suck, but cmon man, you gotta design around em unfortunately.
For the overwhelming majority of the country, there aren't 3" blade laws. Delaware, Rhode Island, and a few specific municipalities are the only ones with such regulations. Yeah, this particular knife probably should've stopped at 3" given its nature, but not every knife needs to be designed around the minority.
Can someone please explain to me why everyone hates tip down? I prefer tip up because most of the folders I own are that way, so I'm just used to it. But I never knocked a knife for being tip down only either. You can still pull it out in a ready to open position either way. I'm just not seeing why it's a huge deal to a lot of people. I'm interested to know why.
@@EricTamez I've honestly never had a knife open on accident (I wouldn't really trust a knife that could regardless.) But I can see what you're getting at. And thinking more about it, depending on the blade material I wouldn't want my hand rubbing on it everytime I reach in my pocket, getting my skin oils on it. I'd have to wipe it down twice as often.
I prefer tip down, that way you don't have to turn the knife to open the blade. Your thumb is already near the thumb stud or your index finger is already near the flipper tab...depends on the knife. Same goes for a front flipper. I have never had a knife open on its own in my pocket, I am glad. I think my knives have a good enough detend to keep this from happening. Or I am lucky I guess...
@@ibanez7412 my brother in law had an automatic open in his pocket narrowly avoiding making himself a eunuch(he replaced the spring with a stronger one.) But that was before the days of everything having safeties and pocket clips.
Just got my CEO today. Me, 65 years old RA in my right hand to where I cannot even make a closed fist. I have about 20 knives in my meager collection. 1) The knife needs 2-10 complete action cycles to dramatically loosen up. Lock up is about 50% on day one. That`s ok. Centering is off a little but the left side liner lock is naturally bowed, so that`s ok too. Adjust the pivot screw if necessary. 2) Opening is not quite as bad as people voice, however CLOSING the knife IS more difficult (for me), as the liner is BELOW the handle surface, you just need a thumbnail, skin is to soft. 3) CEO IS NOT a defensive knife, get that out of your head. You will get in more trouble pulling this relative toothpick. 4) The knife is what it is, nothing more. For me there is some OVER HYPE on this model. It IS a front pocket light duty knife for packages, string, eating. And not much more. As a TOP FRONT POCKET tool, it`s fine. 5) Would I buy it again (pd. 33.99 and tax), maybe. Maybe not. There is stiff competition among the manufacturers. All in all the knife stands out for being unique. 6) Should you buy one? Only if you crave a top pocket pen knife. Good luck and cheers mates! p.s. I have 2 other CRKT thumb flick knives, this one of the 3 is actually the easiest to open. Light pressure at the CORRECT ANGLE opens it nicely, although having just got it I`m still slow and cautious. I`m not at the "rockets out" blade opening stage yet. Practice will get you there good enough to match the CEO design. Good build quality at price point. A typical 4 Star out of 5 Star rating is about right, IMHO. Be more careful when handling this particular knife! Take your time with it and just ENJOY the CEO top pocket knife tool.
I just bought the UK version (nail nick, detent, 3" blade). Very attractive, but the UK changes add little and cost plenty. IKBS on a nail-nick/detent knife, really?! The clip is a bit hefty too. All in all, I think I prefer the Böker Plus Wasabi, which has both carbon fibre and wood handle options as well as G10 and a beautiful clip.
I ordered one of these as soon as it was released, and after watching this I can GUARANTEE this is the absolute best possible QC knife from that factory. The one i received was like something you win out of a claw machine. The action was horrendous, the fit and finish was embarrassing, it just had a convenience store kind of quality to it, you could hardly deploy the blade with one hand. Maybe I got a fake, if that's even a thing with budget knives? I was really excited about this knife when I saw it, but that quickly changed once I had it in hand. Anybody else have the same experience?
@@NickShabazz I returned it to the online company I ordered from, same guys you did an automatic review video with. I guess I probably couldve driven out to the factory and had them replace it, but I figured it was worth waiting till they work the bugs out, and try again down the road.
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Nick - Thanks for taking the time to look at the CEO. Always great to hear your feedback. Much appreciated.
CRKT OFFICIAL make this with a better blade steel and I’ll buy it
@@rohandas5987 I second this.
I'd much rather see VG-10 or N690 for a fairly inexpensive blade steel choice.
Would really like to see S30V or S35VN blade steel and carbon fiber scales.
As is, it's a great looking knife.
You'll probably get more buyers if the knife was also for lefties
ImNotReallyBritish yeah, honestly if they just made it so that the clip could go on both sides and put a thumb stud on the other side, it’s be very nice. Throw in some D2 or 154cm and it’ll be perfect
@@rohandas5987 100%!!! Hope CRKT sees this. Or a small flipper tab at the back
If they did one in M390 with titanium liners, timascus hardware, and fancy scales they could call it the CFO
Inside Trader
They'd be too close to the original Rogers executive! 😂
Love that idea
Great idea. @CRKT: add this to your line-up
haha , you just made my morning with that comment
So cool that Moe's doing knife reviews in back of the Tavern!
lmao!
How did I not make that connection
I can't unhear this 🤣
Legendary voice
Nerd+fighter
Legendarily annoying
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Calm down brown
Nah , much better on mute and subtitles . Got annoyed in .000000000002 seconds of hearing guy
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Probably the best looking CRKT I've seen in a while. Great review as always Nick.
i really enjoy that you don’t cut out mistakes as you go. it makes the video more entertaining
This was my Christmas gift from my wife. Love how it looks on my non-Icelandic suit. My new EDC for work.
This video is Icelandic Tailor's Union approved
The metric by which all videos are evaluated.
One of my best places to go for knife review... Thank you Nick...
CRKT has listened, a new revision to the CEO is available on blade HQ with a flipper and tip-up carry, and they also ditched the CRKT branding on the pocket clip too!
That knife is so slim it might actually slip past security if you park it in your shirt pocket next to an equally chubby stainless steel ball point.
Not that I want to try but theoretically it might
Just got one in for review myself and I completely agree that it's tough to disengage the lock for my hands as well.
2 yrs after this review of yours, I bought one of these in a flipper format (in tip-up). Absolutely love it :)
Is it still working well? Should I get one?
@@bxmully Mine is still fine, not used for any hard-use tasks though. Bought it for its looks and slim size.
This looks like a perfect pickup for my briefcase carry. That clip looks like it’ll slide up on thick leather nicely and the form factor will sit nice right next to a pen.
Great review on the CEO. CRKT just came out with a flipper version ( 2021) with 'tip up' carry and a redesigned clip. New blade steel ,from I understand (according to CRKT), AUS 8 steel. The newer version is without a thumbstud which looks more steamlined. Love your videos for your honest opinions, but, I don't know what I enjoy more....your assessments on the knives or your 'one-liners' you come up with....thanks for the great videos 😉
Reminds me of the Böker Plus Wasabi. The Wasabi is a friction folder and a mite shorter, so legal for us in the UK to carry. It also has the advantage of being a front flipper, so ambidextrous, and it’s available in G10, cocobolo or carbon fibre, but is also tip down only. It’s also my most watched knife video.
I just bought one and have been playing with it for an hour or so. In general I like it. It is light, slim and looks nice. I got it for a "dress" knife. As in something that looks a bit more elegant when I am wearing nice clothes or in a situation where I don't want some crazy tactical looking thing. It also very comfortable in my pocket. Lets be honest, its a pen knife. Its for opening letters, a box now and then or other light duty things. It isn't a fighting knife, carving knife or utility work knife. I like the longer blade though personally. I was worried it would be shorter and I am glad it wasn't.
I don't like how it opens nor do I like the lock though. Opening is a bit stiff, hopefully that will wear in? And like you commented closing it is a bit of a pain, especially with one hand. It would be a simple fix really by removing some of the handle or adding a slight hump to the liner so you have something push on. I love the simplicity of it though. I took it apart to see how it worked and was impressed. No springs to fail, it has actual bearings and is a simple design. I was impressed for 40 bucks honestly. My last knife was a benchmade that cost several times more and it failed! Both the springs for the Axis lock broke in less than 2 years. And that was like a 160 dollar knife. Not impressed, at all. If they fixed the liner lock to be easier to use I would absolutely love this knife. Will it be the best knife I have ever owned? Probably not, but it was 40 bucks. I can tell you right now though after an hour so I can tell its better than some I have owned for considerably more money. I am not overly concerned about the type of steel as long as it doesn't rust. I am sure it won't be hard to touch up the edge now and then when it needs it.
It's clearly a light-use/occasional carry knife and definately not for anything more. 8Cr13MoV is fine for this application and keeps the price reasonable. And the light weight means it could be carried in a jacket pocket without the clip. I like it very much...
And that's why it's called the CEO light use ..ment for envelopes nothing more
Yep I agree. Like I said in my post, this isn't a tactical knife, it isn't a fighting knife, a woodworking knife or a utility knife for someone with a "real" job that would abuse it. Its a light duty pocket knife for doing simple things.
Knife makers really need to consider multi position clip positions
It looks good. When I work in a suit I have carried the Valet for a while now. Looking for a change, thanks for the review
I like it and ordered one, suits my lower price point collection, which is all my collection is with a few exceptions. Not worried about the steel for the use it will get.
I absolutely look forward to your thoughts on the newest Spyderco Para... the Para-ta.
It is a weird one, Mr Nick. As always, well done, very astute, etc.
Love this guy's reviews if only for the voice an caustic charm!
"The only correct answer for carry is tip down" - Nick Shabazz, July 27th 2019
i personally like tip down for the way i draw a knife from my pocket and put it in
Blasphemy
If you know, you know ;)
Love me the C.E.O. So classy, this and the Fulcrum 2 are my favorite EDC...other than a Swiss Army knife
only knife review thats given me eveything i need in one video
Thanks for the #FullNickShabazz review buddy!!! Definitely going to have to pick me one of these sleek, sexy blades up!
I kind of like it too in a weird way. If they made one with the correct carry option/s, with CF scales, a better steel and a better grind for a higher price (because of the upgraded materials obviously) I would probably buy one
I carry mine in my shirt it’s great for opening letters
Nick, if you don't like the tip down carry, then you'll love that on the custom version is the same and the clip and pivot are one piece.
I would contend that that tip down carry works for the pants pocket as well as your thumb is in position to work the stud as you pull it out and do not have to change hand position.
That's a good looking knife!! Enjoyed the review. 👍
The Real Steel G5 Metamorph with blue G10 scales from Indiana Knives and a N690 blade, tip down carry is a much better alternative. While it takes time to get used to the front opening mechanism, there is no flipper tab to get in the way, either when in the pocket or in use.
Had one come in today... backspacer loose/rattling and zero lockup on the lockbar unless I force a hard flick.
Thanks for the review. I'll buy one for shirt carry
I'm not really a knife guy, but I was looking for a good EDC below 75 bucks. This looks perfect.
Wow really nice looking knife Nick!!! :D
A smaller version maybe ''The CRKT HOD'' might be the go
I'm thinking about getting this specifically for shirt pocket carry for work.
There is a flipper version available now. It has tip up carry, and the steel is Aus-8.
Just got one for Christmas. My thumb is sore from opening it all day. As much as it’s difficult to pop open, I can’t stop playing with it. I love the sleek design. I’m used to carrying an OTF so the tip down carry feels a little strange. So far I like it other than that.
Haha exacly the same here, ton of fun
Kinda reminds me of the Böker Wasabi. But the Wasabi is a frontflipper slipjoint which makes it very addictive to play with.
You have nice looking hands.. I just subscribed and k.i.s.s. crkt was one of my first pocket knife. Awesome channel. I have alot to catch up..thanks Nick.
Hello! I have a small question. Can i remove the pin, that i can open the knife with 2 hands?
Buying this as a car knife. Something I can use to cut food and eat with, open the odd package, cut labels off, remove threads from clothing and anything else when on the road.
Small enough to stash away and not take up a lot of space and slim enough to not draw any attention for LE or if I use it to eat when in public view as it kind of just looks like a steak knife.
Think I’ll get one just so I can look forward to a package coming in the mail 😂. Actually I probably have a knife arriving every week. Waiting on one now from Rob B.
Think you'll review the new flipper version? I've been digging picking up the slim "gentlemen" design knives lately. I got the CEO and two versions of the Boker Urban trapper (slightly shorter black synthetic scales and the awesome longer version with cocobolo wood scales).
Think I'm going to pick up the LCK+ Large too. I know they knives aren't really heavy duty but their fun and damn are they easy to carry and fun to use.
I have this one and use it when I’m in a suit for work
If this was in d2 i wouldn't hesitate to grab one.
If it was d2 id hate it
If it was D2 we would ask for M390
Your wish has been answered my friend. They are actually coming out with a d2 version with a green micarta handle with a $60 dollar price tag. So only $20 more for better steel. Id say that would be a great purchase. I actually really like the current version as well.
Yolo
Same
I just bought this and it's great and can you explain why it's hard for me to open it
Great video. What's the story with that little cutout area at the base of the blade, close to the folding point (you referred to it as a smiley)? Do you think it was necessary for the design and functionality?
Also, I do have a quick question. Do you have any insight on the 7096 version (the original) also being sold as a 7096K? Trying to assess what the "K" is all about and IF it is a legit "CRKT" production or a "K"nockoff. Thanks for the vide and your time. Stay safe!
Nick, will you be able to comparison video with ruike p865?
Great video
"I feel weird about this knife" why am I just hearing about your reviews Sir. You are hilarious in a great way, good for you
When I saw the thumbnail, i thought it looked very similar to my Boker Urban Trapper.
I haven't been real positive about your reviews lately Nick but I must admit that this is a cool shirt pocket knife, actually pretty clever. 👍Nice review as usual. Thanks
I'm glad I got one right!
@@NickShabazz 😎👍
I think we should understand the concept here. This is a pen knife designed for carry in shirt or breast pockets. That's why we see the pen-like form factor and tip-down carry. That's great. As Nick noted, billboarding the clip diminishes the value. So too does using 8Cr13Mov at this price. I'd love to see something like this in better steel from Ruike, Civivi, etc. I'd also like to see it with a flipper tab.
I like the looks but it's very similar to the Kershaw g10 hawk I've had for a while which has the same blade steel but the clip was one position tip up. But it cost me all of $13. I'm kinda meh about the CEO.
I love the form factor
Bought this knife at Blade 2021. Very difficult to sharpen because of the thumb stud. Wish I would have waited for the flipper but didn't know one was coming. I like my urban trapper more
I think that 2.5 inches or even 2 inches would be better for that kind of design.
And maybe give the knife a flipper tap like the Boker LRF. Not annoying, small and hidden when the knife is open. This would solve the right hand only problem a bit.
$40 lmao, in Australia this is over $115
Well well, I shouldn't be surprised that you have a twisby but I am quite happy about that!
I kept expecting him to say bada bing bada boom
The flipper version of this is really nice, would reccomend that
Nah the originak one is way nicer looking
I have one and it's super weird to open it's at an angle or something and it's pretty difficult to open.
Yeah the WE knifes co. 617d is one of my favorites but it is only tip down
makes a good letter opener too.
Looking for a very nice gentleman steak knife. Do you have any suggestions? Something I can use to cut up that very nice and delicious steak.
Same day disassembly and review
Hm i could het used to this
I love this knife
...but will it cut amazon boxes?
i wish the clip was mounted to the back spacer like on a buck vantage
The CEOO 2 "tactical" version; new for 2020; will soon be available for tip up Icelandick suit wearers near you, thank you Cricket; you know everybody still just loves that special blade steel you still insist on using and we are all rushing to buy your new designs because of it.
Nick how does the overall construction of this knife feel, is it solid /rigid or does it feel flimsy. I was very disappointed with my boker urban trapper it had blade play and the scales felt very flimsy/bendy when you gripped the knife, no reviews I watched mentioned that
I have pretty big hands, the lockbar kinda hurts to use and flicking it open is def a little hard, but like you said, not really a knife to use all the time so not the biggest problem.
I recently got one for my partner for their "going out" knife.
They seem to like it so far. The opening is a PITA, until you get used to it.
It needs some cleaning after a month (they work in agriculture, so things get dirty fast).
Your other video on the CEO will help with that.
Nice knife I always had an interest in knives and I'm not a violent person so yeah I use knives for you know slicing fruit or carving words into wood
The back spacer reminds me of a doctors knife .
It doesn't remind you of that all
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@@thomash4578 I'm retarded, dont mind me
Thanks for including this knife in your reviews! I have this knife and love it! Very classy and I love the look and action! Blade quality is just so so but if im going to be using a knife a lot I pocket a better fit for the job at hand. For daily carry in an office its perfect!
How does this compare to the Bokker urban trapper?
Is the way you talk.. is that a bit? Hilarious!! Keep up the good work!
Hey Nick, can you review Firebird by Ganzo knives? Apparently they are good low-cost knives with a “Axis-lock” in 440C or D2 Liner locks.
I know you don’t like clone knives, and I don’t like that they use Axis Lock rip-off, but they are not tac-force quality at all or even close to it, they do not make sharpened plastic stick knives.
"I know that you don't like clone knives" -- you answered your own question right there.
I believe the patent on the axis lock mechanism has expired.
A little bit over 3 inches, perfect, so it's not legal in some places because of that, but doesn't have the extra length to justify going over three in the first place...
These companies have gotta knock this stuff off. Knife laws suck, but cmon man, you gotta design around em unfortunately.
Exactly... I’d buy this in a heartbeat of it was legal around my area.
Grind the tip down a bit. You can do it. Or send it to me and I’ll fix it. Probably not a good idea, it would cost more than the knife!!!
Fidel Cashflow I’m fine carrying pretty much anything where I’m at, it’s unbelievable how bs a lot of states’ (and other countries) knife laws are.
For the overwhelming majority of the country, there aren't 3" blade laws. Delaware, Rhode Island, and a few specific municipalities are the only ones with such regulations. Yeah, this particular knife probably should've stopped at 3" given its nature, but not every knife needs to be designed around the minority.
DieYuppieScum91 yep, and I totally agree.
Just got back from Reykjavik buying suit jackets and needed a pocket filler!
I like the COO idea, tactical version let's go
I have this knife and I find the easiest way to close it is to rotate it in your hand and push forward on the lock with your thumb
Day 1 of having the CEO... so far my thumb is destroyed
Really with this was in a nicer steel. The tip down doesn’t bother me too much for this knife. But it is honestly pretty good for crkt.
With what this knife is designed to cut, this budget steel is fine.
Nick, How about a review of the CEO compact flipper - small hands?
Have you done the flipper version Sir?
You should do a comparison between this and the Benchmande Fact. Hell I'll even send you mine to review it
Love my fact. My favorite knife that I own.
Would love to see a nick shabazz fact review. Think of all the puns...
Can someone please explain to me why everyone hates tip down?
I prefer tip up because most of the folders I own are that way, so I'm just used to it. But I never knocked a knife for being tip down only either. You can still pull it out in a ready to open position either way. I'm just not seeing why it's a huge deal to a lot of people. I'm interested to know why.
@@EricTamez I've honestly never had a knife open on accident (I wouldn't really trust a knife that could regardless.) But I can see what you're getting at. And thinking more about it, depending on the blade material I wouldn't want my hand rubbing on it everytime I reach in my pocket, getting my skin oils on it. I'd have to wipe it down twice as often.
I prefer tip down, that way you don't have to turn the knife to open the blade. Your thumb is already near the thumb stud or your index finger is already near the flipper tab...depends on the knife. Same goes for a front flipper.
I have never had a knife open on its own in my pocket, I am glad. I think my knives have a good enough detend to keep this from happening. Or I am lucky I guess...
@@ibanez7412 my brother in law had an automatic open in his pocket narrowly avoiding making himself a eunuch(he replaced the spring with a stronger one.) But that was before the days of everything having safeties and pocket clips.
It is a personal preference for some
Check out the Urban Trapper Petite by Böker Plus which has a blade length of 2.8in. It weighs virtually nothing in my shirt pocket.
MrThomasRico was going to suggest the same, love mine, slips in my Icelandic suit pocket very nicely
I was about to do a review of this on my channel
Nick Sabazz face reveal at 3:03. Nice glasses. 👌
Just got my CEO today. Me, 65 years old RA in my right hand to where I cannot even make a closed fist. I have about 20 knives in my meager collection. 1) The knife needs 2-10 complete action cycles to dramatically loosen up. Lock up is about 50% on day one. That`s ok. Centering is off a little but the left side liner lock is naturally bowed, so that`s ok too. Adjust the pivot screw if necessary. 2) Opening is not quite as bad as people voice, however CLOSING the knife IS more difficult (for me), as the liner is BELOW the handle surface, you just need a thumbnail, skin is to soft. 3) CEO IS NOT a defensive knife, get that out of your head. You will get in more trouble pulling this relative toothpick. 4) The knife is what it is, nothing more. For me there is some OVER HYPE on this model. It IS a front pocket light duty knife for packages, string, eating. And not much more. As a TOP FRONT POCKET tool, it`s fine. 5) Would I buy it again (pd. 33.99 and tax), maybe. Maybe not. There is stiff competition among the manufacturers. All in all the knife stands out for being unique. 6) Should you buy one? Only if you crave a top pocket pen knife. Good luck and cheers mates! p.s. I have 2 other CRKT thumb flick knives, this one of the 3 is actually the easiest to open. Light pressure at the CORRECT ANGLE opens it nicely, although having just got it I`m still slow and cautious. I`m not at the "rockets out" blade opening stage yet. Practice will get you there good enough to match the CEO design. Good build quality at price point. A typical 4 Star out of 5 Star rating is about right, IMHO. Be more careful when handling this particular knife! Take your time with it and just ENJOY the CEO top pocket knife tool.
I listen for your accent. Love the CEO!
I just bought the UK version (nail nick, detent, 3" blade). Very attractive, but the UK changes add little and cost plenty. IKBS on a nail-nick/detent knife, really?! The clip is a bit hefty too. All in all, I think I prefer the Böker Plus Wasabi, which has both carbon fibre and wood handle options as well as G10 and a beautiful clip.
I ordered one of these as soon as it was released, and after watching this I can GUARANTEE this is the absolute best possible QC knife from that factory. The one i received was like something you win out of a claw machine. The action was horrendous, the fit and finish was embarrassing, it just had a convenience store kind of quality to it, you could hardly deploy the blade with one hand. Maybe I got a fake, if that's even a thing with budget knives? I was really excited about this knife when I saw it, but that quickly changed once I had it in hand. Anybody else have the same experience?
That's a real shame. Did you return it? Or send it back to them?
@@NickShabazz I returned it to the online company I ordered from, same guys you did an automatic review video with. I guess I probably couldve driven out to the factory and had them replace it, but I figured it was worth waiting till they work the bugs out, and try again down the road.
Mine is flawless. Centered, solid and classy looking and feeling way beyond it’s price.
Prob a fake if it was bought third party and that bad
That WAS hilarious, thanks for the good CEOO joke