KnifeCenter FAQ #53: Worst Knife Names? + WD-40 For Knives? Shun vs Miyabi
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Least favorite knife names: all the numbered ZT and TwoSun knives. I never remember them and always have to look them up if they are mentioned somewhere.
Bart Haan :- l agree totally...numbered knives drive me crazy, l can never remember a numbered knife's "name".
Couldn't agree more...except the Buck 110. That doesn't bother me for some reason.
@@alexhill3470 it’s so iconic that you can’t even forget the name.
As a veteran, my reaction to hearing that something I’m depending on for safety is “military grade”….. my response is “Oh S*@t”
TRUTH! There's a reason active duty military guys usually buy their own tools whenever possible!
Billy NYC :- l agree, military grade means "disposable" in my opinion.
For real. I mean, MREs are military grade..
Dont fall for marketing and advertising.
@@tacticalcenter8658 that was the point of my comment … but, uh…. Thanks?
Absolutely one of your best vids.
You and Thomas interacted very well, and the information dispersed was excellent.
Thank you DCA.
I agree. They continue to get better & better as they go. They’ve always been good. One lighthearted suggestion would be to hear a “y’all’s” instead of “your guises” (just ribbing ha ha)
Tops Knives have some pretty bad names. Like "devils elbow" "taliban takedown" etc.
But the most dangerous knife name is the necker. Seriously, just say that out loud a few times.
Benchmade Claymore (the land-mine, not the sword). In a time where everybody tries to convince people that knives are tool, naming a knife after a people-maiming device that is banned in a large part of the world seems stupid.
@@etherealicer Maybe it's only you who wants to convince people that knives are strictly tools. They obviousl want to market this particular model to a tactical/military crowd and thus convince them that this is a tool that fits that role (which some knives have to dispite your personal views of how things should be). his is not quantum physics. Maybe you just like to project your moral parameters onto others and then act suprised if they don't hold up to them which is pretty dishonest and nonsensical.
@@etherealicer To be fair, it's probably named after a claymore sword, not a claymore mine.
Wow, I take it back. Looked at the website, and Benchmade specifically references claymore mines. Bizarre.
@@etherealicer MRS OBAMA GET DOWN
Thanks DCA! You answered my question about opening and breaking down cardboard boxes appropriately! 👍🏻🙂
Awesome episode gents, really funny, honest and down to earth. Keep up the good work!
Would love to see the Spyderco M4 Freek with a compression lock.🤣
Would recommend Ballistol as a general maintenance oil: cleaning, lubricating and corrosion protection. I use it all the time, but prefer 10w nano oil for the pivot. Big bonus for me, Ballistol is food grade safe.
We researched kitchen knives and we were going to go Shun Premier, but ended up getting Miyabi Mizus. The reviews of the SG2 steel really sold us. I also liked that Henchels handles their warranty
DCA and Thomas, love all you do. I’m teaching wilderness survival for the Boy Scouts. The best knife in a survival situation is the one you have. That said I would rather teach the motto, “be prepared.” I would love a few fixed blade and folder combos that work well together in the outdoors teaching survival. These are scouts so affordable options are appreciated with a combo under $200.00. Thank you.
Hey DCA and Seth, what are some sleeper knives? Knives that need more attention, and then what are some knives that get a little bit too much attention?
😂 go find some obsidian,that's your sleeper knife or wait 250K years for Buck 110 😂 DCA showed you hundreds of Knives and you can't choose something??? C'mon dude/dudete ,chose your weapon
Paul Smith 😂 I agree ☝️
Regular clips also have a lower/flatter profile than the loop over deep carry clips, so for working knives they will tend to be more comfortable in hand and have less hot spots. Also, as you mentioned it’s easier to pull out of pocket especially with gloved hands.
Not so much a question but I would love to see some of your favorite bushcraft knives from budget to high end. Love the channel!
Also - best knife name…my all time love is the WE Chimera. Love that one, esp the bronze / black version. 🤤
I love KniFAQ. Also, the Benchmaderco with the logo overlay was *really* funny!
Thanks mr Thomas and dca.
To keep my knives from rusting or even gaining a patina, l use pharmaceutical grade mineral oil as this oil is not dangerous to ingest in small quantities, and automotive wax for a more permanent solution to rusting. These are regular household items and appeal to my "keep it simple" side. So far, so good (60 plus years collecting).
By the way, great video!
Thank you David
Really not a fan of the name "Asticus" for the Civivi model. Just sounds unfortunate when said out loud.
Sooo funny, that had not dawned on me before. Now, I think I should buy one for my ex wife!
You would need the damascus version. Then you have a damasticus. Dumb ass to kiss? 🤔
Opening boxes (hence mainly just tape): Micro Recon
CRKT Drifter, the discontinued non-assisted version, was one of the smoothest washer flippers I ever used. Really wish CRKT upgraded that knife to D2 rather than adding assist.
Worst thing is companies that make assisted knives, not worth it anymore.
@@o0FranklySpeaking0o Rat-1. Big blade, great geometry, assisted, d2 steel for $50. That being said, I've sold 100% of my other assisted knives. At this point it really seems like flipper or thumbstud is the only way to go. Assisted increases the price too much and auto doubles the price in most cases.
@@strongside4565 its a no go for us Down Under to import Assisted, thats why it shits me when they make a nice folder assisted urrggghhhh
For m4 rust, use bar keeprs friend, if that doesnt work use flitz. Rust eraser's can scratch, but you can always get someone to grind it, stonewash it, or hand satin it for money at a later point in life.
Then use fluid film. Spray it in and wipe it off. Leaves a trace amount on to avoid rust and patina. Re apply after use. Other oil can be used but use food safe and anything that wont oxidize and go rancid. Apply and wipe off and their will be a tiny layer on it.
Note that fluid film is lanolin based and some people are allergic to lanolin. Same for mineral oil etc.
I got one for you DCA. I want a new Victorinox but I want to keep as slim or thin of a handle as possible. Required tools are at least 1 plain edge blade, a nail file, and scissors. The Classic SD has all the tools I want, but the size is just too small. What’s your best recommendation? Bonus points if you mention your slightly larger than average hands 3 times while discussing your answer to my question. Thanks for all you guys do. I love watching every video you put out. Keep up the good work.
Well presented sensible review, subscribed. Greetings from France.
0000 wool and a nice coating with Balistol is what I do. I use Balistol for my axe heads and carbon steel knives.
Love the videos DCA. Glad to see some chef knives in the videos, as I am a chef de partie!
Can you recommend compact pocket knives (hopefully under 3") in wharncliffe and sheepsfoot with pointy piercing shape (not an auto or spring assist), slicey, mainly for opening sacks and thick cardboard boxes. Easy one handed deployment and putting away. Bonus for being a micarta as the knife may get wet.
The knife oil I use is "Balistol" great for all Blades, don't know if that's available in the USA but if so, take that one 🤔🙂
Greetings from Germany.
Flipper with washers... for something a bit different, the SOG Terminus XR LTE (basically any version, but I think LTE is worth the extra price).
Hey David, I have a real question I hope you're willing to consider for one of these FAQ vids: Can you point out some camping-style knives that would excel at food prep? Obviously I'm interested in somewhat longer, thinner blades, with good acute slicing geometry and any other helpful qualities. I've got some fixed-blades I like as all-purpose outdoors knives but they tend to be thick slabs of metal that would make a job like carrot-slicing pretty miserable. Thanks for any help and love these videos, thanks to all for them too.
ETA: Oops, I see you've addressed this 10 months ago. Never mind!
A question on cleaning folders: I never use my pocket knives for food because I am hesitant to clean them the way I clean a kitchen knife. I’ll use them to open a dirty box, cut an old rope, or occasionally dispatch a tick, and I don’t typically clean them with more than a wipe on my pant leg. If you intend to use an edc folder for food, would you clean it with dish soap? Would that be bad for the mechanisms? Can you adequately dry the inside of a folder?
Hey DCA, I've got questions for ya... What would be the best edge to put on a knife being used for light duty tasks such as tape, cardboard, loose threads, cloth, etc.? What angle and grind should be on a knife for lighter tasks? Also, what role does the blade steel play in what edge the knife should have (Specifically CPM 20CV but I'd also like to know more about S35VN, Maxamet, M4 and D2)? Finally, can a mirror polished edge be put on any steel?
I think a great upgrade from the Pilar would be the Kizer October..!
I have to agree with DCA with regards to knife clips. I use knives In a cold environment and deep carry clips are pretty useless, can’t access them with thick gloves.. greetings from UK 🇬🇧
Right on brother! I do not like deep carry clips in any way. The easier to access the better, and not just for tactical situations. ( I’m a fat guy and and do not have the grace or agility to excel in the tactical realm), but still prefer ease of access. Besides that, who cares if anyone can see the butt of your knife? If they can see a pocket clip, they already know you have a knife. As long as we aren’t acting like some devilish serial killer, they should have no reason to fear us.
I take all clips off. All of them. Specifically just because I want to feel the knife in my hand, not a clip. And don't listen to people who say "I don't feel this clip" They are either lying or brain dead. Every single clip is a hot spot, all of them. Don't believe me ? Take all your clips off and then put them back on. Hot spots, every single one.
Knife clips are for people who don’t mind losing them ! my pocket knives are carried for practical use, not for playing with, and live at the bottom of my weak hand jeans pocket (left in my case). Also if you actually have to use a knife, clips are bloody uncomfortable, just make something that takes a few minutes, like for instance, a thumb stick, so you have to cut a one inch stave, trim it, cut the horns off and chamfer the three ends, when you have done that,tell me you didn’t feel the clip, Eejit !!
@@CrimeVid curious ,what is a thumb stick? I'm from the states,havnt heard of this in bushcraft.
@@imaginewhirledpeas6696 Ha ! I should think most of my compatriots would not know either ! A thumbstick is a traditional walking staff,usually made of hazel, cut to a comfortable length for the individual, that terminates in a fork at the top, the arms of which are cut off at about 1 1/2” ( or less )
basically a forked stick !
They are handy when walking,very useful when wading, and some people like to use them as a rifle rest . I think the Boy scouts used to recommend them. often decorated by cutting the bark away showing the white wood underneath.
That’s it really, The first and simplest thing to make in the woods,and the only way to see if you dare step in that muddy bit !
I have just Googled Thumb stick(or thumbstick !) I didn’t need to before, there’s tons of info on there including some chap who apparently puts an antler fork on his ?! Apparently Amazon used to sell one!! I looked, don’t do that ! choose a wider fork.
"Emperor Penguin" would make a great name for a larger version... Dang it, should have copyrighted that first!
Surprised at some of these questions this week, very interesting.
Food grade mineral oil is the cheapest option for coating against rust/patina. Find it at your local pharmacy or grocery store pharmacy area.
Simichrome is great for removing rust/patina and no scratching. Use your favorite rag and buff by hand.
The box cutter I'd recommend is Cold Steel tuff lite, cheap and abuse friendly, easy to sharpen.
@Paul Smith Too funny, gotta go full synthetic...lol
Informative comment. Thanks
@@motaman8074 for less than $3 dollars, you will have a lifetime supply of mineral oil, no joke. I put a hank that comes with most knives, into a sandwich baggie or ziploc bag, then added a teaspoon of mineral oil. Get the hank soaked and it'll oil 1000 knives before it needs more oil.
@@2873lonewolf great idea!
I use Hornady One Shot on my knives and guns. It cleans and leaves a dry lubricant coating. Never seen a speck of rust in the 10 years I've been using it.
Hey DCA your last episode compared Shun versus Miyabi kitchen knives and I was hoping you would show some love to kitchen knives and do more videos re: kitchen knives like best knife to use to carve a turkey or dice a tomato. In fact you could start a new series showcasing the many kitchen knives available. I have too many EDC and tactical folders and now need to build my kitchen knife collection and share it with the wife and family and show knives off during the holidays.
Flitz or Barkeeper's seems to work best for removing actual rust. Then some mineral oil to protect it, I always oil blades so it is easier to clean them off so stuff can't stick.
Lanky Rust Eraser is pretty effective too. I've also used 0.5 micron lapping paper too. It's hard to find but it's used by jewelers and fiberoptic cable installers to polish glass and ceramic. If you know someone in that industry you might be in luck.
Great stuff guys, would like to hear a follow up to the pilar 3 question
NameBrandFlakes - for a non-bearing flipper, that flips amazingly, if you can run to the cost of a Hogue/SIG X5, you will be very happy.
Love the channel, for knife maintenance what do you think of the Cape Cod metal polishing cloths? They are marketed for silverware, so I feel pretty good about using them for my knives that I occasionally use for food prep.
Thx bro!
That's a really good chef's knife faceoff. I cant pick.
I love the Penguin! Got the titanium handle, 154cm blade version, about 100 bucks. Cannot go wrong with that. Very nice knife. Later.
To the person asking about a next level vox i would recommend the fox suru. They have a large amount variation ranging in price from $170-$350 im sure youll find one u like
The full carbon Suru (with the CF frame-lock) is brutally rough and I find it very hard to put into the pocket and get it out again. Keep that in mind. I probably would go with the GiantMouse Ace Biblio (though I have no idea how large the Pilar III is).
I wish my stewl will cut jack had ball bearings, dont like washers. Also civivi mini mastodon that i have uses washers. Not bad
Hi DCA.
The Condor mini Duku: a big knife? A small machete? A great blade to treasure?
What is the difference and where is the limit?
Hi DCA, Pete the Swede here.
Your camp food prep knife (the Canteen) has really inspired me to get a good food prep knife when I'm out hiking, fishing and camping.
I really enjoy finding small cottage manufacturers that make own designed high quality equipment. The Canteen knife looks really nice, and well thought through, but it may a bit larger than I would like to carry on a long hike (sorry). I've been researching a bit already, and so far I'm really liking the LT Wright Large Northern Hunter.
What else do you recommend for a food prep camp knife that sits between this size range?
P.S. Still getting the Skipjack as soon as next batch is available.
Hey DCA & Knife Center! I recently found your channel and I have been enjoying your thorough knife reviews & interesting FAQ series. My question: What is the best sharp (blade edge or sharpening) profile on a medium to small pocket folding knife for EDC (and for EDC I mean using it for almost everything; from peeling and orange, to opening a box, to cardboard cutting, slicing a sandwich, etc...) Best regards from south of the border (Mexico)! Gracias amigo!
This was a great one! I like the off script stuff haha!
hey DCA, im after a modern traditional style folder with a round tip? or sheepsfoot style blade, needs pocket clip.
Also a fixed blade for 90 percent food prep and 10 percent camp uses.
budget is loose but everything here in Australia costs near double!
Thanks
One of my favorite knives is the Benchmade Emerson CQC-7 collab from the 90’s. What are some similar tanto blades? I didn’t enjoy the cqc-7 from just Emerson when I bought it.
Protech makes a cqc-7 now. I haven't gotten around to trying one, but I do know you see them pretty frequently in pocket dumps.
Hi, DCA and Thomas, I work in the irrigation industry and I'm looking for a good working knife under $80, looking for a fix blade and a good flipper, thanks for the great content 👍 keep it up, really enjoy it...
Worst named knives have to be almost all of ZT lines up with its numbers IMO
We knives as well
Also Ruike has this problem
Hey DCA...what is your favorite traditional knife pattern? And what do you prefer for the handles on trad knives (bone, wood, synthetic)?
👋🏻🤙🏻Hi David, happy to see you from Italy. GREETINGS 🙂🇮🇹👍🏻
DCA-
I'm fairly new to the knife world and have a couple of budget knives already. Was wanting to get my first nice knife in titanium within a $250 budget. What would you recommend? Also, I've been watching your videos for quite some time now. Definitely has intrigued me enough to get more into the knife world. Keep up with the awesome videos!
DCA, knives with sharp spines are obviously good for striking up ferro rods but as you know, that creates quite the “burnt edge” from the extreme high heat the rod creates. What’s the best way to remove these defects from the blade/spine? Thanks in advance. Gary.
I have a regular pilar with bearings and a flipper tab its the 5315 model
Hello Dave, I recently purchased the Trento Knives Hunter 550 Fixed Blade Knife from the Knife Center site. The knife comes with a nylon sheath do they make a leather or kydex sheath with a horizontal set up as well as vertical?
Hey, could you talk through the actual angle of the grind of the edge of a knife? Also what's your take on the civivi brigrand knife? Thanks
Hello DCA and KC crew. Flashlight question for you; what’s the best, brightest, small edc light on a budget?
"The Night Turtle" 😂🤣😂🤣😂
I'd buy it immediately!!!!
I actually am not a fan of deep carry. They are great sometimes, but other times, I don't like it. I like my Para 3 without a deep carry.
Hi David. Love the channel! Question!
The Ontario Rat 1 might be the best hard use budget folder. Owned my many, respected by all. I have the AUS 8 version and I love it. I'm interested in the KnifeCenter exclusive in Micarta handles. From the pictures it seems to me that the blade has a slightly shallower belly. Are my eyes tricking me? Cheers!
Yes, Ontario produced these with slightly more drop to the spine which has the effect of making the belly look less substantial (wish I could pull off the same trick with my physique!). I actually prefer the shape, but its all just personal preference really. -DCA
All right, really interesting! So, they might lean better to the type of activities I do outdoors. Thanks for the answer and keep the excellent work! Cheers!
Aircraft aluminum could be many different alloys but mainly a 6000 series focusing in on si and mg. It's nothing special .... a but harder with the mg and the si really just adds a bit flex so the aluminum doesn't break as easily when bent.
Love the fact you ended with the steel note…. It’s crazy to me that you still have real knife companies calling it “surgical stainless “ or High carbon … Case comes to mind for one
That's because case makes overpriced garbage and is allowed to cling to life because nobody wants to make nail nick slipjoints.
@@strongside4565 errh, somebody hurt you?
best way to clean a knife with a bunch of tape residue and adhesive gunk from opening boxes?
Would 3in1 oil function as a preservative and lubricant? Specifically for folders.
High carbon steel or stainless for edc fixed blade?
What are your thoughts on taco bearings? I have them installed on my ZT 0609 and my ZT 0393.
Commenting on keeping away rust. Years ago I started shaving with straight razors all of which are carbon steel and at the price you pay for great blades that'll last a lifetime you want to protect them. With that being said I one day picked up a smiths honing stone that came with their solution...says right on the bottle "contains rust inhibitors" tried it out on my cheapest which was a Boker Elite straight razor...I have never had to worry about it since. No signs of any pitting on the blade, looks like new and I can honestly leave it on the sink after shaving without properly drying it. Now I use Smith's on all my blades. Oh, WD-40 works great on OTF's normally get a lot of pocket lint in my Ultratech Spartan's (daily knives), normally disengage the spring remove the back screw/glass breaker and spray down the hole then set blade down on a paper towel.
Any qsp falcon alternative or any classy slipjoint also could you show me the buck 110 ranger variants? Also how would you sharpen a chisel grind semi setated blade with the victorinox dual sharpener
Hi DCA 👋
Im interested in knives with "unique
abilities" like the the Hawk mudd (the only dirt proof folding knife) or the Hawk Deadlock (the only OTF without bladeplay)
Do you have any recommendations for me?
Thanks in advance 👍
I recently began watching your knife AQ and regular new knife videos and purchased my first EDC knife.
I haven’t gotten in the habit of carrying it yet though.
Is there a knife similar to the the Civivi Brad Zinker Bo but slightly larger overall? Even if the blade were the same a little more handle would seem to be just right.
WD40 is not good to lub since has chemicals to remove rust and moist, but could eventually corrode you blades. I use Super Lub and is fantastic, you can try KPL. Also, I remove the clips of all my knives since they create a hot spot. If I'm going to use gloves, I make sure my knife is reachable. My Spyderco Smock, for example, has a kydex sheath so I can wear it as neck knife in some occasions or I use the Buck 110 on the sheath clipped to the belt. Same with the BM Crooked River
I've got a few high end otf's and they need constant maintenance to keep from locking up.
I was using heretic otf lube and it was terrible....it drys up and turns gummy ... never buy that it's crap .
Anyways I use WD 40 and compressed air at work to clean them out and then marvel tool oil and then compressed air again for lube and works every time... for a couple weeks and then I have to repeat the process
Hi DCA was wondering could the MS70(coin cleaning dip)work on gunky, neglect blades?. I just thought about it, not that dip any of my stacking silver. Might use it on ground found coins
Sup DCA! I've been looking into getting some scales to swap out on my mini Osborne, mini crooked river, or PM2 but it looks like flytanium is one of the only people who make some. They're really nice and all but my issue is that I'm left handed... Are there other good scales out there with holes for lefty's? Or maybe other ways to customize my knifes? Thanks!
for keeping a blade from corrosion, i believe i saw a video where Phil Wilson said to just rub it with chapstick
I have an old school electricians knife (the one with a flat/chisel blade) is there any knives you think would fill that spot with the slip joint vide that isn't a Swiss army or a pliers multitool?
Pick any Quartermaster knife and it will have a stupid name.
Right. Never understood that.
I love my penguin. When it first came out it drew my eye. Come to think of it I really didn't think twice about the name. 😄🐧
Wife gave me a Spyderco ROC for Christmas. Love the knife but the black G10 had some whiteish smudges out of the box. I've tried to clean it with water and dish soap. Didn't work. Thinking about trying a magic eraser but worried it will ruin the color. Will it? If so what should I use to clean G10?
Would like you to look at the Italian maker Maserin.
I own a folder they make,it's bulletproof.
For rusting on M4 tell him to blue the knife with Birchwood Casey Super Blue. Apply it with 000 steel wool to prevent blotchiness.
Mountain Fisher :- Casey Super Blue cold bluing does not prevent rust...it is mainly cosmetic. Hot bluing, on the other hand, does slow down rusting.
@@blueeyeswhitedragon9839 You did hear how I said to apply it? Believe me it works just fine, keep it oiled like your blued guns and it holds up really well. I've used it on knives and axes made from HC steels and they are doing fine.
Hey DCA, I'm curious: 1.) What knife(s) has had the most fantastic action to you, and 2.) Do you have a recommended thumb stud flipper with great ergonomics, say, under $50? I appreciate it!
1 - I love just about anything with Hogue's ABLE Lock
2 - CIVIVI Badlands Vagabond: th-cam.com/video/Qm2X71IKnTY/w-d-xo.html
Spyderco Techno and some of the Kizer Sheepdog models could be considered upgrades over a Pilar
Question for next Q and A: I have knives of the typical type shown above (flippers etc) what I call a uni-tasker. I've seen a few videos about the Victorinox like the camper or huntsman, and they seem more practical. I've even seen a video of a gentleman saving his own live from two robbers and the Victorinox was what helped him make a bad guys day very bad. Why is it people seem to gravitate so much towards these single-blade uni-taskers instead of the SAKs? As a practical edc, especially with the new firestarting products you can purchase for the SAK's, seems like a no brainer. Just wanted to know your take prior to my purchasing a SAK.
I carry both everyday :) -DCA
Hey DCA, really enjoy your content and your opinion. I'm ready to step up and see what the expensive side of the market has to offer. I've already got a Para 3, Giant Mouse Ace Biblio, Artisan Cutlery Tradition in titanium and a couple other knives in that price range that I love but I've decided to step it up I want either the CRK Large Sebenza or the ZT Hinderer in full titanium. Is the Sebenza worth the sacrifice in blade steel and extra cost since the ZT has 20cv?
This is going to be a user knife.
Dear Sir,
I would like your opinion on the Buck Spitfire (both full size and mini). thank you for the ever entertaining presentation as always.
DCA - you always recommend the CIVIVI Elementum for EDC use but in a former video you mentioned that you don't really like it. I picked up the QSP Hawk recently and believe it to be a step up from the Elementum for around the same price. Is there a reason you don't recommend that knife or really talk about it? It seems to be gaining some traction as a great EDC option.
(Also picked up the QSP parrot in micarta/D2 for $28, amazing budget EDC)
Hey David, I'm working as a ski instructor this upcoming winter and wondered if you could recommend a manual opening knife that I could carry with me on the mountain in my jacket or pants. Im prioritizing easy of opening (especially with gloves) and something that is lightweight and minimal enough it won't bang around too much when skiing. Also I wear a size small glove and am left handed. Cheers
Hey DCA and Seth, tip up or tip down? Situations where one might be the better option?
What’s the best kitchen knife to cut big blocks of cheddar cheese(Costco)
As an engineer who works for an airline - yes, I cringe every time I see "aircraft grade aluminum" used in marketing, if for no other reason than that there are so many versions of aluminum used in an airplane that it's a meaningless qualifier. Completely useless unless you say exactly what kind of aluminum and then I can evaluate if you're using that material in an appropriate context for your product.
People avoid you at dinner parties
@@usernameisusername Being an introvert, that's the nicest thing anyone could ever do for me at a dinner party. 👍🏻
Hey DCA what would be a nice edc 3.5 in blade but also collectable thanks 😊
Hey DCA, I want to buy a bush craft knife and I cannot decide between the Lion Steel B40 with Sleipner steel, the Tops BOBC knife with 1095, or the Benchmade Saddle Mountain Skinner with CPM-S30V. Do you think sleipner, 1095, or CPM-S30V steel would be better for bush craft and what are your overall opinions on the three knives.
PS: whenever I watch one of your videos, your voice makes me fall asleep 1/4th of the way though, I don't know if that is a compliment or an insult. :)
Hey DCA, I really like folders but I don't like them getting dirty could you recommend a knife that could do well in a dirty environment under $50
hey DCA, thanks for the great content. I enjoy cooking and often I find myself in situations that I can not bring a big fixed blade chef knife. In folders, apart from spydie chef what other options would u recommend? price is not a factor here
I've used several knives in the kitchen, depending on the situation. For slicing tomatoes, I like the Benchmade Bugout or Hogue Deka, because they have very thin, sharp blades. For other things, such as vegetables, I've used the Hogue K320 or the GiantMouse Ace Grand. The Quiet Carry Drift with the Vanax SuperClean is a smaller knife that works great in the kitchen, because you can simply wash it under the tap or dunk the entire knife in some soapy water and rinse it. This is particularly easy with the all-metal non-G10 versions.
You probably should disassemble and clean the knife regularly, if you are using them in the kitchen a lot to ensure that there are no small food particles sticking to something.
Hey David and Seth, I've got a lot of folders and want to expand my horizons. In your opinion what's the 'Sebenza' equivalent in the world of fix-blades?
Hey Seth or DCA, I have a kershaw leek that’s like 3 years old. My question to you guys is there any way I can put the spring snap back into my my favorite edc knife, as I have to give it a wrist flick to help it? Keep up the great content!
The torsion bar might be a bit worn out or the pivot may need to be cleaned. If a cleanout doesn't help, Kershaw's warranty department should have no problem swapping out the spring bar. -DCA