The Best OTF Knife You've Never Heard Of! || Axial Shift
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Intro: 0:22
Axial Shift Spec Overview: 0:23
Why Carry An OTF? Is It Good For EDC?: 1:58
How An OTF Knife Works and What It Looks Like Inside!: 3:25
Biggest Misconception With How OTF Knives Work. : 4:27
Comparing 3 Different OTF Mechanisms: 5:24
How Does the Axial Shift Hold Up? 6:24
A little while ago I was doing some OTF research just checking out the market and seeing what was out there. I have always been a budget OTF guy because I had no real faith in an OTF standing up to the abuse I put a lot of my knives through. I didn't want to take apart and clean my knife once a week so I decided OTF knives were not for me. Having done a bunch of pocket checks recently I have been seeing guys carrying OTF's and saying that they were beating them up daily. Thus began my search for an OTF knife to carry and abuse!
Obviously Microtech has been THE OTF company of the knife world for years and they make a pretty good knife. Guardian Tactical on the other hand makes the smoothest and most satisfying OTF out there! I have had the pleasure of carrying both of these brands for some testing over the years (the Guardian 035 Recon being hands down my favorite), and was interested in what else might be out there. Enter the Axial Shift!
Made in my home state of Utah, relatively new to the knife world, and I was able to stop by their shop to pick one up! My initial impression was that these guys hustle and that they were hungry to make a rad knife. I carried the Shift OTF for about a month beating it up the whole time. We are going to talk about function, how an OTF knife works, and why I may have been wrong about the OTF knife world!
This video is not sponsored by Axial Knives but they were super stoked on it and are offering all of you 10% off any purchase on their website! Link and code are in the description. Let us know what your thoughts are on OTF carry!
Axial did have some RAW shifts that are awesome looking after this vid l doubt there's any left!! 🤣👊🏼
Wow!...really loved this video. Really helped me look at my guardian tactical 035 a little differently. Ive been wanting to use it more lately. Thanks for the great content guys! Loving the channel!!!
Sadly, not only can we not carry them -- we can't even own the damn things. Knife law in the UK sucks.
I too have concerns in regards to using an OTF for EDC. I wish you would have spoken about what keeps the blade from getting pushed back into the handle, it doesn't appear to have any sort of lock.
Maybe not do a demo on a construction site . They will laugh you off the site . We use good ol razor knifes . Cool knife tho
I think now a days we take for granted how the knife industry has so much to offer from so many options , unique designs and revolutionary features like pocket clips, materials and so much more !
Great Video Zac!! Look forward to your videos every week !
Really appreciate it! The knife world is so cool because it’s really big and really small at the same time!
Great video as always. You covered exactly the reasons I have yet to buy an otf, but now I’m reconsidering. Thanks again, keep doing what you are doing!
That “can’t please them all” hat is so underrated, stands out even more once you read a few of these comments 😂😂
Glad to see more content about Axial after Microtech wrongfully tried to bury them. Great knives.
Good people over at Axial too!
That's what got me to order one within the past week.
What’s the news here?
@@alexbobincheck1130 Microtech went to a bunch of their dealers and told them if they carry Axial then they would no longer be Microtech/Marfione dealers in an effort to basically squash Axial.
@@gmorel1916 It really makes you want to purchase an Axial instead of a Microtech. Found a few of 'em in stock at some vendors so maybe I'll have to snag one up...
Take a beating and keep coming back for more. This is pure gold
Another great video Zac and Jamie. Thank you for doing all the hard use on that axial, I had all the same concerns. I really like the axials I’ve seen so far and I will hopefully get one someday.
Glad to hear it was helpful!
The best youtube channel there is, bar none!!! I look forward to your new videos every week. There is no limit to what you'll accomplish. This is an interesting brand, never carried a OTF for the same reasons, but perhaps time to give them a try. Keep up the good work Zac, Jamie, and company! Enjoyed greatly!!!!!!
As soon as you teased this one I looked them up and loved what I saw! Already sent them some questions and great customer service can't wait to order mine 🤘🤙✌️
I love that the basic ‘how to take apart’ instinct is find the screws, remove the screws, separate parts, repeat…
Thanks for this! Been wanting to pick one of these up as soon as the model I want is back in stock. After the BS that Microtech pulled on Axial this is a company I want to support
I bought a 1969 Ford pickup from the original owner in 1999. I paid $275 and drove it for 12 years before I sold it with only regular maintenance. I cannot pay over $200 for a dang pocket knife. $40 bucks is about my limit and no I don't lose them. I still have the first knife I ever bought in 1973, a Buck 110.
First video from this guy that I watched. Instant sub, good stuff!
Bought one of these because of this video and have been carrying it ever since. Its currently with me in the middle east. I was a microtech guy through and through but this certainly is just as good or better quality as an ultratech. Thanks for the recommendation Zach!
Boy do I love your channel Zac. I got seriously into knives because of MC videos, and I still like them, but your videos are always fantastic. Thanks to you, I really want an Axial Shift. Anyway, thanks for all the great videos. They're all awesome. PS, you turned me on to one of my favorite knives, the Kizer Deviant.
You never disappoint dude. ✌️. Quality content and i learned some stuff too!
Loved this video! I've held back on getting an OTF for the same reasons you talked about here. After watching this video, I'm heading over to check out Axial and the Shift. Happy to see it's USA-made, too =) Thank you for putting out such good content that's more than just informative; like some others have said, more or less, it's like listening to a good friend share.
Ah ya this is great! I have the same reservations about an OTF. My work knife is usually the Kalashnikov but really want a one handed automatic. This might be worth a shot! Thanks for the heads up!
I had the same fears when I got my first one. Doing carpentry work for a modular homes plant I get into a lot of stuff and surprisingly they have done well, axial microtech and then even ots autos like the LUDT have done well too
Zac buddy, real talk. Your channel is awesome brother! Keep up the great work, and continue shining at what you do! Positive vibes from Texas!🤙
Thanks so much man!👊
I went to the Axial website and those Wharncliffe’s are absolutely “sick”. I’ve never seen a Wharnie on an OTF before. Great video Zac! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I'm a lifelong knife enthusiast, all about quality and about more expensive knives over cheap stuff. I recently bought an Axial Shift and am totally impressed with the fit, finish, and quality! Great knife, especially for the price. It punches way above its price point.
Back in ‘75 flying back from Italy, I snuck an OTF through customs in a female friends KOTEX box. She offered. Good thing - they ransacked my suitcase. 😅
I’m a Paramedic. I’ve carried a microtech utx85 for 6 years. I use it on the ambulance, on contraction projects, even broke the tip off installing a door handle. I wouldn’t go back to a regular knife for anything. I love the convenience of one handed open close.
Thought I’d come back mention that I bought one. Clip point 20CV in Blue. SUPER happy with it. Glad I clicked on this video.
I literally just got the raw aluminum version and am in absolute love with the thing
Thank you for this video!
I bought the Axial x Wild collab. This immediately became one of my favorite knives. The all black out, green micarta, usa made, and a magnacut blade.
I work construction and I have been carrying my wharncliff s35vn black dlc shift for nearly this entire year. Its normally my secondary, but on the weekends I carry it as my primary blade. I love the thing. I’ve more than abused it. To me it’s at the high end price of what a edc knife should be, buts it’s a low price for a great performer of a otf that’s American.
Picked up the shift when axial first started last year, it's my DD. Their customer service is awesome. Anything that goes wrong (if something goes wrong) they will send you the part. AND it doesn't void your warranty doing it.
Love being able to take it apart and not instantaneously void the darn warranty..
Waiting on my second OTF from them. Very happy with them
I got mine. Double edge version. No regrets
Great video keep them coming
As of August 1st in Louisiana where I live we not can carry an OTF knife! I am so excited to get one and carry it! We are finally out of the dark ages of EDC...
My uncle gave me a microtech maybe 2-3 years ago and I was scared to use it at first since it's such an expensive knife, I didn't wanna mess it up. But as of late I've been carrying it more and more lately and using it more and more every day! It also has serrations which I don't typically like, but man I cut a lot of plastic bands off of pallets of tile and those serrations really help in slicing through them. I'm definitely gonna pick up a swift to go along with it!
Microtech is only slightly more expensive....get the MT instead!.
Love my Wharncliff shift, one of my favorite knives. The grip texture is magically easy to hold on to. Also check out the Axial Dart.
3:05 Haha, loveit! Sounds promising. 😅👌
Those are great OTF’s! My version is very similar to the one you have and I love it! 👌🏼🔥
I bought a OTF from my local gun store for $84.00, its made by Templer knives. Its very good and i love carrying a OTF on a daily basis
My microtech combat troodon has never misfired except for the one time I put a good bit too much oil in it but that cleaned up. Keep them in a good condition and they'll function reliably
Great video !!!
i have used my lightings for years, and have converted at least 5 of my friends to otf's for edc. the time and ease of use alone is worth the switch if you do and job requiring a cutting tool . and lightings were 20$ when i bought them. like 4O now.
The only thing holding me back was the OTF skeptic you talked about. Great review.
It's nice to see knives that work!
The Axial Shift was the knife I got that restarted my knife collecting again after ten years away from the hobby.
Very good stuff for sure. I myself have thought the same thing about OTF knives. In fact I didn't even know they were capable of holding up to hard stabbing until I saw someone run one through one of those skull analogs you see around with the ballistic gel. I do wonder how this cheaper Amazon OTF I saw would hold up though... 🤔
Luv mine to and I got their Dart toooo! Cool Vidjas!!!
Since I’m an otf enthusiast I’m an always looking out for new and upcoming companies produce these knives. I always carried automatics but like you I was skeptical then I got a Cobratech and it’s my edc.
Axial really missed out on an incredible opportunity to be at Blade Show West.
Luv seeing the blades getting put through xtreme paces - great vids my man-- I treat my $13 knives the same as protech n jack wolf blades - 💥💥👊
Same!👊
I NEED YOUR EXCLUSIVE VERSION!!!
Well a single action otf is under spring tension all the time to fire it, at least the one i have is. But dual actions are more fun.
Cool knife. Thanks for showing the internals!
I even learned some stuff!😁
Would love to try one, I have a cheap Lightning OTF which is a fun carry occasionally but I've wanted an Ultratech for a while but I think I'm drawn more to the Axial or the Heretic OTF's. Have you had any experience with Heretic?
I bought 3 knives from Axial and reviewed them and they are top notch!
Thanks for explanation of otf. You removed my hesitation to buy one.
I like the specs (blade and handle and weight) of the Benchmade Phaeton, but I do prefer this 20CV steel and the price for sure. Inside, they look very similar. Thanks for the info.
I have heard of Axial and mostly good things. I also heard some drama awhile ago with another OTF manufacturer about them but I think that is all settled down now. I live in Cali so I only own 1 with a sub 2" blade. Not so exciting with that limitation. Glad to know that they don't need to be babied so much, I also thought that.
Sweet looking otf 👍
I have the utx 85 and troodon that I got for a great price years ago.
I don't understand why the price is still so high with otf's.
Edc is an el-whappo lol don't even remember the branding, also do quite a bit of sheet rock work and caulk cutting.
Axial looks like a nice knife it should do well.
I've been digging around for another gravity knife
The one I use now I just use air to blow it out and done , no matter what I've been cutting with it.
Best of luck to axial 👍
Been had the Axial gear wharnnie version it's dope I've got 7 Microtechs and A Guardian Tactical 035 and it's right up there with any of those it's real smooth and easier to deploy than the microtechs! And it's a great price 🔥🐐
I used to have a utx 70 but it was too small and cost too much to really use. I did really like the utility of it though. I've not had the money in past years to get another otf of a more usable size, that and they were illegal for me technically which made it kind of tricky to get one. But in January I think that's going away here in PA. I believe kniferights finally got the auto ban repealed here so I've been getting more interested in them. The Axials I was looking at have great looks, and are of a reasonable price. I could see myself getting one for a work knife where the fast one handed open and closing would be beneficial.
Me in Mapleton, having no idea that axial knives were made in Springville.I'll have to go pay them a visit!
Don’t know if production is open for regular stop bye but they are really cool dudes for sure!
VERY VERY NICE!!
I am a prop master, and carry this every day. I use it to cut everything and it is insanely well built
What's the price range of this thing? I have a lightning otf that I also put through the ringer with drywall, zipties, satellite wires, etc at work and it works great. The paint wears off real fast so it looks old, but aside from that it's only misfired one time surprisingly. I do carry it clipped to the outside of my pocket though to avoid lint jams, that was a huge issue with my schrade single action.
I ordered one because I trust you so hope the otf is a good one
Yea my lightning otf will stand up to the same tests and it’s $35 vs the $250 they went for an axial otf
Amazing vid, ive heard of this knife but its cool tonsee it be used. Also im curious, where is the purple bladed kalashnikov that you promised to us when you worked at blade hq? Also the blade hq flanel? Just curious and trying to make mace windu proud
Ok now im torn, do I get an Axial Shift or a Guardian Tactical Recon-035?
Hey zac I was wondering if any of the coating on your axial shift has worn off particularly where the pocket clip rest on the handle thanks
I'm new to OTF I use a cobratec FS-1 which is my first one. I come from foldables like the Benchmade bugout and Smith and wesson exo ops. The axial ones look decent I may have to try one
I love taking my knives apart to see how they work. I find it really interesting to see the opening, closing, and locking mechanisms.
I have never used an OTF before and unfortunately am not able to living in canada as they are illegal. I do have a manual OTF - the Kershaw Kapsule which is as close as I'll get, but is still pretty cool.
Super rad to see how tough OTFs are and your take on them.
Only illegal if you get caught.
Free men don't ask permission
This man is in his element. I can't quite put my finger on why but he is one of the best and easiest people to watch and the videos are amazing. Keep it up🤘
Well great now I need an otf 😂 thanks for showing!
You know I love the OTFs. If you were going to buy one where do you rank the shift on your list compared to the other OTFs on the market?
Very cool Zac....Not sure I've ever seen anyone tear one down.
Zac, can you compare the kershaw livewire to the axial shift?
I have a Gen 2 in 20cv. Sweet knife.
Love my Axial OTF! Great knife.
I have a Hogue hadron/HK that I love…
I really want the Kershaw Launch 13 though…
Exactly what I've been looking for in an OTF. I just ordered one. Thank you Zac. By the way, keep up the vids with you and Ben. Maybe get Kurt in some. It's good to see you guys together again. Miss the old day videos at Blade HQ.
Can't forget about Jamie. Much love you guys... brotherly love, of course. Lol
Definitely need to get Kurt on here soon!
The third time I took a knife apart was my wife's heretic knives manticore s. I got it back together and worked better than ever.
Should you spray oil down inside the handle of the OTF knife?
If you stab the knife in a solid surface it doesn't go back in does it or does the blade stay firm ?
Does your Axial Shift come off the track in you pocket randomly? Its my first OTF and its happening almost daily.
Great vid! Always wanted to see how they worked. Unfortunately illegal in Canada 😠
Seems like a cool product. Unfortunately they don’t seem to have Canadian distribution..
I have a CobraTec OTF. I have had as EDC for 6 years now. It has been in mud, water ,sewage, fire and still gives me no problems.
You should check out and try one of The Raven crest otf knives in mesa az.
Hey man can you show how to take apart and put back together the piranha rated r otf .sometime
Just what we needed another $300 boxcutter. Well done gentlemen.
Greatest OTF imo is the D Rocket Design Zulu Spear
How do you correct the misfire? And what happens when it does that? Is it slipping off track? What I really like about you, Zac, is that you admit your biases and are willing to either have them confirmed or debunked. Good or bad. But you don’t tell people they are stupid or dumb or ignorant if they like something you don’t or vice versa. That’s very much appreciated.
Thanks for the kind words! When the knife “comes off track” it’s essentially not overcoming the front or rear detent so it floats in between. This usually happens on opening the knife. All you have to do to reset it is carefully by pulling the blade fully open or flick the knife blade forward pretty hard and the knife will reset that way. Hope that helps!
Any time the blade disconnects from the detents is a misfire. They'll happen because the knife got too dirty and there's too much friction inside the knife or because you fired into an object. Just pinch the blade and pull it out and it should set out just fine
Are they still in business since I first watched your video last fall I can’t find any for sale on their website or any other online knife retailers
My Axial gets carried regularly. Great OTF! And I also own a Microtech and a Deadlock. 🤷🏻♂️
ever heard of Templar Knives of Texas? bought some at Palmetto State Armory.
always wanted an OTF never had one till now.
would you try one and compare them to others? some under $100.
you should review the SOG PENTAGON OTF - BLACKOUT
How dare you! You go back and you pick those knives up right now mister!
Great video and thanks for info on a hidden gem, in my state OTF knives are outlawed so once again I'll be crying myself to sleep
just got the G3 and after a couple of days it is already breaking in very soft and can use it for multiple guns so I like it a lot. So far I use it for a 45 cal. shield but I am going to use it for a 4 inch barrel S&W 10MM with Red Dot Holosun 507k.
So glad Zac is still making videos after leaving bladeHQ he was my favorite