I'm flipping the hell out. Let's talk about FLIPPERS!

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  • @NAYTER
    @NAYTER ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really wild how after only a decade you can now get the same action as these thousand dollar+ knives on something under $50

  • @Obsessed.Anglers
    @Obsessed.Anglers 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video man also quickly becoming one of my favorite channels! Greg at mkt is working on a flipper now! I am waiting to see that before I make an order.

  • @Mantzao10
    @Mantzao10 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is quickly becoming my favourite channel! Congrats

  • @TheSonyWolkman
    @TheSonyWolkman 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jim,
    I really enjoy your videos and you are quickly becoming one of my favorite channels. It started with your Chris Martin Umnumzaan and now I can't stop re-watching your videos lol. I bet you could probably make a tool for the Yuna by having 2 pegs on a little wood block.

  • @nocturnal77
    @nocturnal77 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    dude, you're pretty much my new favorite knife reviewer on youtube! ( and i watch knife vids everyday) keep up the good reviews

  • @FerrumForge
    @FerrumForge 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I totally understand Jim. When I started making folders, I started with flippers because I just love them.

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes, it is now called the Division Flipper. Check my other two videos on it...

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! That was a Kershaw Shallot that was custom etched

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much for the offer. For whatever reason, the Assassin doesn't do it for me as much as some of his others. GLWS, I'm sure it will go FAST!

  • @btinsley785
    @btinsley785 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video. I like the way you cover a whole class of knives. I love flippers, too, but I only have a couple. Got started (mumble) years ago on thumb studs, so every time I pull out a flipper, I fumble for a second before I figure it out. But I still love 'em.

  • @bendari
    @bendari 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Jim, I just love your knives and your passion for for collecting fantastic gems like these. Oh yea, the videos are top notch too!

  • @pipudbilko
    @pipudbilko 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the great reply.I', looking forward to the VECP video thanks!

  • @joepoulson9398
    @joepoulson9398 9 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Who else is binge watching Jim Skelton videos

  • @coalakida
    @coalakida 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Little confused is the Divine now the division knife and I just put my pre order in for the framlock silent solider 2 flipper. Love your channel

  • @passhype3376
    @passhype3376 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jim for a proprietary pivot use two paper clips glued to a wooden skewer with ducktape wrapped around it use a lot of ducktape hope I could help

  • @8steve88
    @8steve88 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful collection, way out of my price range but I enjoy seeing them.
    My first flipper was a Kershaw Chive follwed quickly by a CRKT Hammond Cruiser.
    I like the flipper designs over other methods but I'll buy anything that takes my fancy although at the moment they have to be on the lower end of the price scale.
    My last flipper is an Enlan EL-01, inexpensive, not cheap, there is a difference, but a tank of a knife that is well designed and put together.
    Keep on with the videos, great stuff.

  • @nichartman4688
    @nichartman4688 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know what the mechanics for in the push button vs. light switch flipper deployment. The rocker ones are almost on top of the pivot, and the push button ones are much farther back.

  • @bower230
    @bower230 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I hear that. But I hope you do get one to see your thoughts comparing it to the others you have.

  • @steam15196
    @steam15196 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey I have only just really found you it brings a tear to my eye knowing all these amazing knives you can get in the states and because of the dam laws in Australia I can not get FLIPPERS here. I wont a Brous Division Flipper but dam customs. I live on a farm in Australia so I use knife everyday and recently snapped my edc so I need a new knife. I have the passion for knifes and watches. Thank you for uploading these videos it gives me the opportunity to see thing I might never get to see

  • @ChuckRichardsHandmadeKnives
    @ChuckRichardsHandmadeKnives 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I totally agree on your point about less parts, i've really gotten off my auto obsession. well, i've kind of quit buying any blades in deference to Knifemaking supplies. Thanks for sharing.

  • @pipudbilko
    @pipudbilko 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Jim great videos man thanks for the wonderful work!I have some questions for you.Are you a fan of Anso's knives and do you own any,if so will you make a video of some of them?Also the same questions for Snody,Les George,Southard,Jake hoback and Sniper bladeworks.
    All the best Dean from Bulgaria.

  • @saber620
    @saber620 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Holy crap, someone else with a Maxx Q! Slowly working my way through your stuff and am really considering a Bodega FG or Will Moon Mark 7 for the 'next level' above the CRK Umnum I picked up last year.

  • @ccoker95
    @ccoker95 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm by no means a knife expert, but I have a pretty good knowledge of physics, especially mechanics. It seems like flippers that are up in front of the pivot (towards the blade) are easier to "rock", while the "push button" type flippers are further back (providing a longer, slower lever). I guess the Silent Soldier flipper is designed that way to make for a proper choil?

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just remembered!! Kershaw Tone, and you can get it at Academy Sports. I will add an annotation to the video now...

  • @jeffgothro1147
    @jeffgothro1147 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    For EDC I prefer my knife to utilize the Emerson wave feature, a Karambit finger ring is also a plus. When I'm at home, I don't have a preference how the knife opens except for a few exceptions. I haven't found an OTF I like yet and generally I don't like butterfly's or switch blade types. Nothing really weird, but most everything else is fair game, flippers, spring assisted, praetorian style, etc.

  • @RUD12C
    @RUD12C 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Goodstuff. Flippers are fun and definitely have a cool factor. Not my first choice as a defensive blade but still a great fast way to deploy the blade. Definitely the hot trend lately.

  • @AngryPlatypus97
    @AngryPlatypus97 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really like your channel dude, it is well done and you have a great selection.

  • @ChuckRichardsHandmadeKnives
    @ChuckRichardsHandmadeKnives 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great overview of those flippers. Someday I'll be able to make a flipper, not just fixed blades. Great vid
    Chuck

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am uploading a for sale vid right now... and the Mikkel proto is in there. Should be uploaded within the hour...

  • @sanfranciscobay
    @sanfranciscobay 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Try having numb hands and not being able to feel your hands, from being cold and wet, (pre frost bite) (it can happen in 45-50 F degree weather) and try opening a thumb stud, a thumb hole, and a flipper. Manual and spring assist. I think with numb hands from the cold, I think a flipper would be the easiest to open.

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks a lot, much appreciated. Yes I am a member, but I just kind of read and soak it in rather than post.

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sorry, sold it weeks ago. I do have a sale vid up on my channel though, and have a couple remaining

  • @hupkat
    @hupkat 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video Jim. Recently subbed and have been enjoying your videos. You have some stunning knives!

  • @MattH-wg7ou
    @MattH-wg7ou 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Haha I just came from your vid of the Praetorian that you won! Congrats!
    But when you said "if the detent isnt right..." and "its a flipper that doesnt flip!" all I could think of was Hinderer lol.

  • @SuPpAvIlLiN
    @SuPpAvIlLiN 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thats one of the cooler Wilumson's iv seen. I love IKBS. I had a period where I was worried about what would happen to the frame over time but nothing has happened so far so... Only knife I have with it is a Korth so I expected it to be perfect.

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much, I appreciate it!

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks bud... i am trying SOOOO hard

  • @bigjohn7497
    @bigjohn7497 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this channel! Best sub in a while. What knife was that back one to the left with the skulls?

  • @drumrboy80
    @drumrboy80 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hooray for flippers! I've got a couple coming from mosier that can rival if not best the bodega in terms of flipping

  • @vermin33
    @vermin33 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite flipper is my $45.00 Kershaw RAM. There is no other flipper that makes that sound when it opens. Its sounds like a gun being charged. It flys open and the detent is the best I have felt. There is NO drag on the blade because of the HAWK lock system. I wish they made more knives like the RAM.

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    David Mosier sure makes some amazing knives, no doubt about it.

  • @OnTheEdge5950
    @OnTheEdge5950 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    good vid jim!i like flippers as well they r just so fun to play with.i dont own any customs but my favorites that i own are my southard, zt560, Leek and bm 470 .my wife asked me if i have a nervous twitch problem because i flip my blades and i tell her that this is the reason why i quite smoking ciggaretts. i flip instead now she thinks its a good thing

  • @KayWhyTee
    @KayWhyTee 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    what would be the cheapest GOOD flipper to buy for EDC, and when i say cheapest i dont mean cheap garbage, but in the good quality range, what would be the lowest cost one availabe, midtech or custom,

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    That makes me feel great, thanks man!

  • @Sk8conscarey
    @Sk8conscarey 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Steel Ball bearings have a rockwell hardness around 68. These bearings are grinding on titanium (no matter what knife it is). So you have 68 grinding on 45 hardness titanium. Do you think something might get eaten away over time? There is an obvious advantage to ceramic bearings due to them not destroying your titanium handle over time. Bronze washers ftw.

    • @JimSkeltonKnives
      @JimSkeltonKnives  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ceramic bearings are much harder than steel actually. But to answer your question, most makers put a hardened steel race (like a steel washer) into the pocket for the bearings to contact instead of the titanium.

    • @Sk8conscarey
      @Sk8conscarey 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wish those washers were in all knives but unfortunately companies like zero tolerance usually do not have this feature. I have seen videos of peoples knives with shavings of titanium coming out of them when they are taken apart from those bearings. Its kind of scary.

  • @ddop100
    @ddop100 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Also, the todd begg is amazing.

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Erni!

  • @SeanRivaDPTRYT
    @SeanRivaDPTRYT 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey I'm right there with you! I have used knives forever and had all types but as far as folders go, I only have flippers now. The deployment and added safety is paramount. I have to say great video, although I really don't know how you can talk about flippers and not have an RJ Martin. He is the master at flippers.

  • @TheDoonzman
    @TheDoonzman 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like flippers a lot more because they just seem to be more intuitive. When I grab my knife, from my pocket, my index always ends up landing right where the flipper is. There is no shifting of the knife to where i can position my thumb onto the stud and then proceed to toss the blade out..IMO flippers are just easier to use. :)

  • @SwizzBull
    @SwizzBull 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review Jim, you got a great channel going cool blades.

  • @Erni66x
    @Erni66x 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jim, I like the way you do your reviews, you talk about knives as you were talking about a master artwork made it by God himself, I have in back order my division flipper and it is no my grail but I think it is a good start, keep the excellent reviews coming out!

  • @x240voltsx
    @x240voltsx 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whats the kershaw with the skulls on it?

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Me too, it is such a work of art

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Doooood, i totally want that Predator that you made. SICK!

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the compliment and the sub!!

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much man, I really appreciate it!!

  • @matthewtalasazan1161
    @matthewtalasazan1161 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    please tell me what the name of that knife is i can't find it he said it was the bodega!!! Somebody please let me know!!!!!

    • @TheThraxx
      @TheThraxx 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Matthew Talsazan beggknives.com/

  • @knifenforge
    @knifenforge 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Medford does make a flipper it's called the TFF-2

  • @andrewaurigemma3675
    @andrewaurigemma3675 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn man, what do you do? Your swimming in customs and I'm here with my spyderco sage 1. lol I'm just pulling on your leg, you rock man

  • @bower230
    @bower230 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    What? No custom Southard? Jim, you're slacking.. :)

  • @alwarberigai5955
    @alwarberigai5955 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey man, I flip over flippers too. Not that I can afford any of these uber unearthly knives, I still love any good flipper that is within my budget. thanks for the vid.

  • @josephyepez1896
    @josephyepez1896 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you like cold steel knives at all ?

  • @zachridgway7416
    @zachridgway7416 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How badly does there need to be a Spyderco Sage flipper?! (Well, I guess the Domino is that, pretty much, but I'd still like to see a Sage flipper)

    • @theoturner1282
      @theoturner1282 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      thats what i was thinking

    • @Mrb00st
      @Mrb00st 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      damn that's a good idea. The Sage series celebrates lock varieties, but why not one with a flipper?

  • @SOUTHAFRICANKNIFEGUY
    @SOUTHAFRICANKNIFEGUY 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you didn’t sell the junkyard dog already how much do you want for it? Do you have the box? I am a Kershaw discontinued collector strictly silver boxes only I’m salivating over that junkyard dog

  • @brian11344
    @brian11344 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love flippers keep making vids ur awesome and ur collection is freaking amazing

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks man. Yeah, he is doing a flipper now, but not a Praetorian :-(

  • @shadymattuk
    @shadymattuk 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh man, that Yuna makes me so happy!

  • @BlackCountryWoodsman
    @BlackCountryWoodsman 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    A selection of great flippers,very nice

  • @Aa-ron22
    @Aa-ron22 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I can watch your vids for hours

  • @enriquesmith3249
    @enriquesmith3249 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another useful video. Thank you.

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's on the list man, believe me. But that list is verrrry long right now lol

  • @Spawny500
    @Spawny500 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Def prefer flippers too. Ease of use and very intuitive.

  • @xiafox22
    @xiafox22 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm interested in the junk yard dog. How Much ??

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Indeed, I am not changing it!

  • @troman5000
    @troman5000 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool video...Although I only have 3 flippers, among a crap-ton of folders, flippers will be the majority purchase in future. For me flippers also fall into the 'gadget' realm and I like my gadgets!!!

    • @troman5000
      @troman5000 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ***** Hello...And style, flick, flick, flick...xxx

  • @bob48252
    @bob48252 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your vids man, love that lightfoot too.

  • @Richmo_
    @Richmo_ 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Jim (or other viewers). I'm interested in getting a knife, but I've never owned one before. I've been watching your videos for about a week now and you know a lot about knives so I wanted to ask if you could help me. I'd like to get a cheap for every day use and personal protection for under $100, preferably a flipper. I also love the smooth and organic style reminiscent of Stan Wilson's work. Do you think there's something like that for me?

    • @Fooballfreak12
      @Fooballfreak12 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Richmond Boswell CRKT Foresight. I realize it's been three months since this comment, but hopefully this still reaches you.

    • @donaldevans2846
      @donaldevans2846 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out Kizer knives and the Ray Laconico collabs. Vanguard Gemini and Intrepid. Bout $80 or so

    • @Fooballfreak12
      @Fooballfreak12 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Donald Evans Donald is right. When I made my first comment, the Vanguard Intrepid/Gemini series weren't out yet. Now that they're out, they are easily the best flipper under $100

  • @konkelkent
    @konkelkent 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    The fewer parts u have the less things can go wrong:D says the guy who loves watches, but its very true, and for some reason the spring assisted knives feels kinda cheap in my opinion, dunno why but yeah

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love Anso's handles, not a big fan of his blade style. I won't give $nody my money (not going into the story), am buying a Les George VECP soon, never find the Sniper that I want, and am not sure which Hoback I want yet

  • @tiendaorganica8773
    @tiendaorganica8773 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    did you sell it already

  • @CreationsbyKris
    @CreationsbyKris 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes, nail on head. It's all about skill some have it, some don't. All about form, quality of the flick not quantity. Placing your finger flicker on the nub and Willy nilly jabbing about until something starts to happen, then finish it off with a quick wrist flick & smile. NO... not quality remember the old saying "slow is fast & fast is slow".

  • @TheFiendRacer
    @TheFiendRacer 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I prefer thumb stud and hole but that's just me. Flippers are fun only when watching tv.

  • @coleprivett4651
    @coleprivett4651 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the long the long vids

  • @ReneMarcouxJr
    @ReneMarcouxJr 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    wish i had money enuf to email you for one of your super cool knives very nice knives

  • @WillRobinson012
    @WillRobinson012 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whats that ring your wearing man

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOL. Too many great knives out there, not enough time or discretionary funds to own them all :-(

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh hell yeah... we should talk SOON! lol

  • @John_BP
    @John_BP 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've never had a flipper, it might just be a phase but I'm loving spyderco's solution.

  • @ddop100
    @ddop100 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    You make some awesome videos.

  • @1002grunt
    @1002grunt 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    i love this channel!

  • @PUGIOBEARER007
    @PUGIOBEARER007 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    verry well put for not knowing exactly why you like them
    take care

  • @sour7786
    @sour7786 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you sell your junk yard?

  • @MarshalNey13
    @MarshalNey13 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was pre-Mokuti Dominator I see

  • @knifenforge
    @knifenforge 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the video thanks

  • @MrBenningwood
    @MrBenningwood 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. My wife is going to kill me, when I start ordering some of these knives.

  • @andreasgkizis2135
    @andreasgkizis2135 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    keep tha background for your future videos :) nice-clear-cool

  • @JimSkeltonKnives
    @JimSkeltonKnives  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ohhhhhh, do tell!

  • @Digiphex
    @Digiphex 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    You used a different voice there for a second.

  • @13rebeltitans
    @13rebeltitans 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is that skull

  • @bismillahmashallah
    @bismillahmashallah 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really like my ripples there high quality and cheap. Flippers tend to be much more satisfying to me and mucj faster deploy