What Knife Should I Buy? | Starter Pocket Knives
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 ก.พ. 2015
- Here is some basic knowledge for entry level pocket knives. Tell us what you think a great starter knife is for under $50.
What is a good starter pocket knife? We have recommendations below, and if you want to learn more about knives check out all the videos in this series:
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Blade HQ STARTER POCKET KNIVES Recommendations for Under $50:
Spyderco Tenacious: www.bladehq.com/cat--Spyderco-...
Kershaw-Emerson CQC: www.bladehq.com/cat--Kershaw-E...
Cold Steel Voyager: www.bladehq.com/cat--Cold-Stee...
Buck Vantage: www.bladehq.com/cat--Buck-Vant...
Ontario Rat 1: www.bladehq.com/cat--Ontario-R...
Kershaw Skyline: www.bladehq.com/cat--Kershaw-S...
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Anyone else notice the beginning where their logo was purple and then slowly changed to blue?
+GamerID Mike Yeah, we had some white balance issue in the first shot and it didn't get color corrected properly.
Blade HQ you should make some logos with purple it looked awesome
coincidense?
I THINK NOT!
his shirt was red and then it was green
Thought they had a UV light over them
Guy on the left is shaking and shivering, calm down bro, u did great in the vid :D
hes camera shy lol
im just like him
Artur He's held captive
turns out he's got a fear of knives...he's trying to overcome it
Awe... I love that he’s trying.
I won't leave home without my Mighty Swiss Army Classic SD key-chain knife. In combat, the greatest advantage is the element of surprise, and nobody expects to be attacked with a pair of inch and a half long stainless steel scissors. It also comes with an eye gouging plastic toothpick, and a file that you can abrade the F**K of outta somebody!
Otherwise known as a combat butter knife. Wield it well, my friend.
I have two, a miniature swiss army on my keys and this one that I don't even know the brand, it has pliers, a knife (Obviously), bottle opener, flat head screw driver, ruler, saw, nail file, and some other stuff which names slip my mind. My mini swiss army has of course a knife, flat head screw driver, nail file, scissors, and tweezers.
Ed Harley lol, i know, right?
Ed Harley i never leave my home without my trusted fighting gallon sword
:)
The most important thing when choosing a knife is to know the reason why you want it. Every knife has its purpose.
Large fixed blade = survival
Small fixed blade = self defense
Folder = everyday carry
Balisong = entertainment
Stiletto = business
Great comment Im all new to this, why the small fixed is the self defence?
for anybody starter first knife under $50....
now I admit I am an old FART (futurama ref) but first knife generally around age 10.
take your pick of any of the non locking, finger nick, slip joints that are swiss army, or case, or buck.
many are boyscout models such as tinker ($20), Super Tinker ($30, about same price as Rat2, Cyro,) or the farmer (Rat1 price).
As a late baby boomer, my most often reached for used EDC is either the SAK Harvester (discontinued, great small pruner (hawkbill) blade) or the Field Master. I mainly carry (5 days) the Dragonfly2 and off days the Rat2, but when a need arises the Harvester pruner blade gets most of the work. Having a saw/awl/screwdriver is time saving.
After all a knife has two main functions, as a tool, the Swiss Army line is hard to beat for a starter knife.
The second function is defense, a beginner first knife user needs to properly use and care for a blade before this concern.
I would recommend first aid training before weapons training.
Just my thoughts....
I'm addicted to fixed blades at the moment. Once you buy a blade you will never stop! NEVER!
projecktchaos true
True
Great choices! I own many of these knives! I'd add the Oso Sweet to that list as well. I've helped sell several to just my coworkers and family members! A few things I noticed... The bottom of the blade is referred to as the "tang", it is true that tanto-shaped blades are excellent at piercing but to say that slicing is another thing they excel at makes me wonder how much experience he has with blade shapes with a "belly", avoid constantly saying "and things like that" -- it's a cop out -- especially when the video is intended to be informative, and finally tip up vs tip down is more than "just a preference". If you'd like me to go into further details on the aforementioned topics let me know. :) Great topic and I look forward to more!
BudgetBugout Good points, we'll try and be more specific as the series continues. For any who are interested we do have a knife glossary guide on our web site that is a great reference for knife terms and information. Check it out: www.bladehq.com/cat--Knife-Glossary--389
Also noticed he called it the cold steel 1 but it's the medium voyger
when before 1:45 their shirt logo is white and purple, after 1:45 their shirt logo is white and blue!!
wow
That’s what we call poor color correction
Ontario RAT1 or RAT2 is a great starter knife.
I think they have also shown some in the pocket knives like an Opinel or a classic Buck lockback or other more traditional friction folder as well as these more modern knives.
Hands down, this is probably the best beginner video I have seen. Great tips for choosing first knife
I really like G10 handles. This past May my wife left me buy the Benchmade mini Adamas limited edition for my birthday. I have quite a few knives but this was my first with a G10 handle. I love it! Feels great in the hand and feels like good quality.
Even knowing what I know now, and with all of the knives that I've bought over the years, I still believe that the Kershaw Skyline is an amazing first knife. It's the first decent knife I remember saving up for. Awesome blade and g10 scales. Plus it's a manual flipper which already makes it better than most of the knives that Kershaw produces. I wish I never gave it away.
Hi I’m a 12 year old girl
That LOVES knifes. My rents won’t let me get one but I find the mechanics amazing.
I just bought my nephew for his Eagle Scout Ceremony the Spyderco Tenacious. Best entry level, durable, lifetime blade.
🔥 great information guys. Keep up the good work 🔥
8:52 what you actually wanted
My budget EDC choice is the Kershaw Kuro. I think I paid $20-$25 and have used it for nearly a year and it is great. I also EDC a Victorinox Cadet (Kadet?). Love that one, too!
Well done video and I am looking forward to the blade steel video(s). I appreciate you guys as a content creator and I will buy my next EDC from you because of this. Keep up the good work.
Nathan Vancil Glad you liked it. We will have more than just blade steel and grinds coming down the line in this series, so keep watching!
I always recommend the Ontario Rat 1 and 2. Great knives with Aus 8 steel.
SOG FLASH 1 with the plain edge, lightest knife you will always have with you!
Nice work, Mark. Look at you getting all Guy Fieri about knives. ;)
I enjoyed this video. By the way some knives I would recommend would be the Kershaw Cryo or SOG Mini Aegis, if the customer is interested in assisted opening knives.
Joshua Jacob Glad you liked it.
I just had a road trip to Red River NM, and I got a amazing pocket knife that was only 13 bucks. It folds in and it has a little saw part to cut things easily. I even gutted a fish with it!
My first pocket knife was a Kershaw Scallion love the speedsafe and blade shape and ease of sharpening. Under $50 and great warranty service from Kershaw Knives
Great video, I personally enjoy my Kershaw volt II, this was one of my first entry level knife, and still one of my favs, another few great knifes would be:
Buck nobleman
Gerber mini paraframe (non soraded is the best I lve found)
Spyderco grasshopper
Letherman wave ( although it's a multi tool the knife has been fantastic for me)
My first knife recommendation is a spyderco endura or delica depending on size preference. For people who want something a little more useful I would recommended the victorinox super tinker or fieldmaster.
I have two folders... A 1993 Koncept Knives 3-5/16" liner lock by Catoctin Cutlery (Ron & Vince Ford), and a little Kershaw Chive serrated open assist. I love em both. That's all I need.
A god folder is the traditional "Macgyver" style from Victorinox or from Wenger. They have very good folding knives as well, not just multi-tools. Pretty good knives for their cost and very useful to teach rudimentary knife skills to kids.
The cold steel was perfect for me and a great upgrade from my swiss army knife. My problem with the victorinox is that it would occasionally close on my hand if i was not careful. This happened because if you do not look closely you wont notice the way it opens and try and cut on the opposite side of the blade therefore closing it on your hand.
Very nice choices for knives and a very informative video. My current edc knive that I carry and what I think is a good choice for a first time edc is the spyderco
Delica 4. Yes it is a little more money than what you would spend for a first edc blade, but I think it's worth it. Its hard to find a knife that I like that is under 3 inches because of Rhode Island Knife laws but I try to make do. I would also like to see some neck knives as well for options for edc.
I am able to carry whatever I want for the most part. I think the entry level knives are my favorite. If I break or damage one in daily use then I do not feel so bad about replacing it. I have a large variety to choose from, and an EDC rotation like a lot of people on here. I carry a Spyderco Tenacious while on duty. Off duty carry is an Ontario RAT II.
Kershaw cryo 2, Cold steel tuff lite, buck 110, byrd cara cara and kabar dozier . Love my cheap EDC
Ontario Rat II, Esee Zancudo and Avispa are three of my favorite knives under $50. Im also a big fan of the Spyderco Dragonfly, super lightweight and good steel.
I just start looking at the Medford 187 for EDC. Nice to see someone carrying one.
Best budget starter knife
Spyderco tenacious
Hands down
I would go with an Ontario Rat 1 or an ESEE Avispa over it personally.
Spyderco Persistence if you like a slightly smaller knife.
Great video for beginners. Personally, my picks (that haven't already been mentioned) would be the Case Sodbuster Junior, the Kershaw Clash, the Buck Bantam, the Buck Selkirk, or (for those with more money to put down) the Steel Will Cutjack.
IMHO. The Kabar Dozier is one of the best entry level knives you could buy. They're dirt cheap, and take a beating like none other.
SurviveYourDay Great recommend. Check out the Ka Bar Dozier here: www.bladehq.com/cat--Ka-Bar-Dozier--971
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DAMN IT SUPA!!! Just spit a stream of Pabst across the room after reading that :D Travel Channel quality shit... LMFAO
Peter Cardona
LMAO! I swear that's what I felt like I was watching at the beginning! LOL
***** What you don't like the Travel Channel?!
KnifeHQ Travel Channel quality shit is definitely a compliment!
KnifeHQ
Shoot I LOVED the Travel Channel when I used to watch tv! LOL I only watch TH-cam now. But I used to LOVE The Discovery Channel, Travel Channel, HGTV, The Food Network, all the channels about stuff that makes life worth living! LOL
Neat vid guys...nice to see some of the inside of your very cool store (if I ever get out to Utah I'll definatlely stop and shop )...BTW thanks for the super fast shipping of my Benchmade 275 Adamas...it's a great knife!
Yep, all good choices. I always suggest the Spydercos with the Emerson opening. Swiss Army knives make great in-pocket tools and are less 'scary' for newbies.
I find swiss army knives to be garbage. Leatherman all the way for me
Garbage?
I love my leatherman tools too, they're just heavy. Or mine is. I like the scissors on the Swiss Army.
+MarkAndrewEdwards there are so many lethermans to choose from though, and all of them superior products imo
The 556 mini griptillian is a great edc knife for everyday carry and a great starter knife
Get the spyderco ukpk perfect knife. very light, perfect size and non locking. Good for everyday urban carry. a less expensive option is the byrd tern.
Best entry level knife. Kershaw tanto blur, or just the Kershaw blur. You get aluminum handle with grip inserts along with a decent Sandvik steel.
I have been carrying a Kershaw Thremite since they came out. Love it. -$50.
I have been carrying a knife for over 34 years. I have folding knives in the $200-$300 dollar range and I carry an entry level knife!
Too much heartache in my life from loosing awesome benchmades and other mid range blades in the $100-$200 range.
I still have nice folders, carry them on occasion, and buy new ones when I can. But since Kershaw and other companies have been making high value low cost blades that perform on par with more spendy models I usually choose the less expensive knives in my collection to submit to everyday wear, tear, and sometimes loss!
Cool vids guys. Thanks!!!!
I'd definitely recommend some of Ken Onion's older Kershaw designs. Like the Leek and Shallot. Also models like the Thermite and Scrambler as well.
CRKT's Drifter, Shenanigan, M16/M21 and Ripple (liner lock version).
The Leatherman Crater knives are cheap as dirt and I love them. Definatly my favorite entry level.
Anything that uses Valerian steel but for people on a budget?
I came into possession of one absurdly large Valerian steel blade, and had it forged into two smaller ones. I gave them as gifts. I can't say I'm happy with either of the recipients at the moment.
TruthWiz sucks
I only really own Kershaw my edc is an all metal seven and a half inch knife that has a really good locking mechanism and I would recommend it to a new knife owner.
I carry a victorianox Swiss champ, tac force speedster and a Schrade old timer 610TY
I personally feel it's smart to have a variety of knives. I've reviewed a couple of great versatile knives just recently on my channel. I plan on doing more but I'm just starting out. I enjoyed this video.
Best entry is one that feels good in the hand, can be opened easily, retains an edge for quite a while, simple deployment, and under $50.
I like half serrated blades which I always ask to be shown first when looking for an EDC knife. After that I like to choose what feels good and natural, as it conforms in my hands as I clench it in my grasps. Then it's finally COLOR, and I tend to stay away from black colors on the handle or blades. Blade shapes and grinds don't matter to me much as long as it fits the criteria above. That being said, I have quite a collection of EDC'S and like to change it up seasonally and what tasks I will be doing that day. I always wear a hunting style vest cause I like the big pockets to carry my big giant android cell phone and all my keys, so on one of the pockets on that vest I'm wearing will always carry an EDC just for cutting. Now on my hip pocket of my dominant hand side is ALWAYS a Fox Karambit trainer knife for a non-lethal protection defense
Kabar Dozier is a fantastic entry level knife! Lightweight, Aus 8 blade steel, comfortable in the hand good pocket clip and a great blade shape that just says, knife. It truly is everything you need and nothing you don’t.
The tip up or tip down debate also comes down to what is likely to happen in the (hopefully) rare event your knife deploys in your pocket. The hazard with tip down is that when you reach into your pocket, it is more likely to slice your finger, as it will generally be facing away from your leg. With tip up, the more likely case would be if you sit down, you will stab your thigh. Neither one is very fun. But apart from that possible danger, it is pretty much preference, and it depend son the knife as well.
For me some of the better entry level ones are the ESEE Avidspa or Zancudo or the Onatrio Rat 1 or 2, depending on the size of the knife. Both are great value, the steel is heat treated well and they perform well for the price.
Kabar Dozier Folding Hunter. Good price, good performance. Easy to sharpen. Can hold its edge. Very lightweight. No side to side bladeplay. Strong locking mechanism.
Nice knives shown Kershaw has some really good affordable quality blades for any type of situation.
My first EDC was a Gerber Remix, not any of the mini, tanto, or tactical models, just the classic when it first was released and it worked for a while. It's around $30 and I personally like it. I upgraded to a spyderco manix 2 with G10 handles and Full Flat Grind which is another awesome knife but not entry level
Another great entry level is the Kershaw Cryo, fast flipper deployment, wicked factory edge, hardcore durability, an most importantly a low price tag.
Well done guys. Can't go wrong with a Spydie for a first knife.
My starter was a zt0562cf :) yeah, ik the price is up there but i think ill love it
I have over 86 knives and I'd agree that the RAT model 1 is an excellent starter blade but if you got the money I highly recommend the Benchmade Griptilian or even the Benchmade 940(a little bit pricy though)
Good preentation. In the future, try not to forget the good old slip joints and blade shapes like the bowie clip. Congrats.
The crkt lake is a good cheap knife it sharpens well holds a edge very smooth for a lock back and comes in two sizes
The leatherman crater c33 Is a great knife, razor sharp liner lock and cheap
Okay for entry level for me im starting to love the flipper model kershaws and 8cr13mov im am loving it for knifes under 50 bucks the 2 sharpest knifes i have are the kershaw freefall and spyderco tenacious i love that steel it gets a razor edge and sharpens up in a flash only drawback is it looses its edge pretty quick but if your like me i run my knifes across a strop atthe end of the day any ways also deep carry poxkey clips are the thing to get i find myself grabing that combo and style of edc more and more
I know the Spyderco Tenacious is mentioned quite often, but IMO a great alternative would be the Byrd Cara Cara 2. Same blade steel, also available in G10 (but you can also get it w/ FRN scales -- lighter, and for less), lockback instead of liner lock, slightly longer blade (although the cutting edge is slightly shorter than on the Tenacious, because of . . . ), finger choil (better for choking up and doing more detailed work with the blade). About the only thing others complain about: it's not the perfectly round Spydie Hole (the opening hole for Byrd knives looks like a "comet" or a "beak"). Still worth a look, though -- especially if the Tenacious is high up on your list.
+EcchiSpud Fair points, and great suggestion.
For the ladies, Kabar Dozier in pink, Victorinox Classic on key chain or my favorite alox Pioneer for pocket or purse. Opinel are super light and super sharp, love those too and they come in any size.
You had it listed but Kershaw skyline or spyderco tenacious are great first knives without breaking the bank. If wanted to spend a little more I'd go with a delica or griptillian. I wouldn't recommend spending much more than that for a first knife. There are just so many great knives in all shapes and sizes!
I started out at age 6 with a carbon steel slip joint pen knife and have tried everything I can get my hands on since. Can't imagine starting out in my 20's or 30's and learning how to handle a knife that is razor sharp and $50+.
the the buck 110 & 112, the ontario rat 1, the byrd raven 2, victorinox soldier 08, Douk douk and douk douk squirrel, mercator k55k.
those are all great knives.
skyline
Kershaw has the budget folder game on lock... No other company gives it's customers a bigger selection in design, styles, materials, blade shapes, blade lock up, USA made or not. Two examples... USA made Link and the very underrated Chinese made Volt SS. Two of many solid folders from kershaw.
You need a cold steel Espada XL. I carry 2 of them for my EDC. 2 is 1 and 1 is none.
should buy all of them :D
-needs one :D
Ohh btw got my eye on the benchmade ball flipper axis with blue and black g10 ohhh my god i have to buy this one from my number one knife retailor BHQ you guys rock
guy on the left had a Medford!!! automatically makes him a badass!
my first knife was the buck 110. got it on my 12 birthday... really durable knife
Smart thinking blade hq, employing people you can't hurt with a knife!
What do you think of Victorinox rangergrip as EDC knife?
Can't believe you guys didn't mention the kabar dozier. Great entry level knife and under $20
I think victorinox knifes are great for a first buy
RocketsGaming super sharp and comfortable!
My first jnife was a Victorinox Craftsman, then a leatherman wave then a griptilian. Gripyiluan is great, but not a very low price point. The cryo should be in the entry level mix.
I notice you left out some of the proprietary locks like Benchmade's Axis and Spyderco's Compression. My first choice for general EDC would be the Benchmade Mini Griptilian. I've got them in 154CM, D2, and even a Doug Ritter S30V model (though I haven't seen any available for some time.) The Axis Lock is very easy to use for one-handed opening and closing both.
This video was all about entry level knives under $50. You can't get an BM axis or a spyderco compression lock knife for that price.
Entry level knives (Under $50 USD) I recomend are Victorinox base models, Ka-Bar's Dozier models, and such. I would start them with the "Training Wheels" of a Swiss Army Knife first.
nice job
I think the best knife for the money is the spyderco manix 2 light weight. I have the s110v blade. Witch for sharpening is not really for the novice sharpener. But if you just keep the angle that it had came with. Or just strop it once in a while. You really shouldn't need to resharpen it for a long time. You could always send it back to Colorado to get it sharp again. It's around 120 dollars. Witch could be allot of money for a knife. But if it lasts you a few years. Then it's by far worth it. Haveing a light weight companion with you where ever you go. And the capabilities it has. Just awesome.
buck s30v provantage (scary sharp) and kershaw skyline would be my pick for $50 knife.
did their t Shirt just change its color ?
Camera the tint in the background changed too
they had white balance issues
Can we get an updated video on knives for beginners or teens first knife
What about a manix 2 for an entry level EDC? I found a cheap one in the steel I want and everything, or should I go with the lightweight addition? Also tell me some other good ones that have a lock like the axis lock or the spyderco ball bearing lock.
Ronnie Shirilla We'll be taking a lot at other lock types and blade shapes in our next episode; so stay tuned.
a manix 2 is far...far from an entry level knife, no matter what you pay for it...
you could get tac force knifes on amazon
Buck makes a good entry level knife because they're not terribly expensive and are pretty good quality.
I believe that a great starter edc knife is the spyderco centofante and the spyderco delica 4
Benchmade Griptilian good choice for starter knife
The reason they didn't include it is because it is over $50
ogarzabello Kershaw Link too.
Recently got a buddy to buy his first knife. A Kershaw Leek.
Spyderco tenacious or persistence. Solid little knives.
Nice!
Cold Steel Recon 1 is an amazing choice for a entry to mid level knife. Do not go on cold steel's website for it. They're overcharging by quite a bit of money. Check either amazon or blade hq for more realistic pricing.
Good tutorial vid
What's a good cheap knife, I ride dirt ones and do other outdoors stuff so you never know when you could use one
Victorinox Pioneer. Awesome knife.