Every time I have enough money to buy a microtech I buy a gun instead.

@redneck4528

3 жыл бұрын

Smart man

@johannehallett7604

3 жыл бұрын

Either that or ammo

@seanrawlinson8565

3 жыл бұрын

Word

@HiSpeeedLoDrag

3 жыл бұрын

I used to agree with this line of thinking, but the more that I think about it I think I would use the OTF more.

@johannehallett7604

3 жыл бұрын

@@HiSpeeedLoDrag otfs are toys invest in a good flipper or a fixed blade much more useful for the money

It’s amazing to me that now days a $100 knife or anything for that matter . Is now thought of as cheap or not Quality. To me something that is $100 is expensive or a lot of money.

@travispratt6327

2 жыл бұрын

I just bought a $17 otf off DHgate, it’s everything I’d expect in a knife and I have no complaints about it.

@weezem

2 жыл бұрын

$100 is expensive for a knife so imagine my opinion on michrotech. Any knife company that believes their knife is worth just as much as a firearm is looney.

@travispratt6327

2 жыл бұрын

@@weezem Yea it’s the designer sunglasses business model, make the kids think your brand is cool by the mere fact it’s expensive then you can make thousand percent profits.

@Flynn_Stones

2 жыл бұрын

It's all relative. A jeweler pricing some rings higher than a car was generally accepted by society. At least a knife has inherent value in its utility, unlike a big shiny rock. Or holding stocks, because what's the true value in holding a fraction of a fraction of 1 percent of a company? Or currency itself after all it's just paper, and said that way I'd gladly trade 4 pictures of a dead guy for a tool. Our economy became so built on trust and agreed values that the logic is just plain weird. If aliens are out there and watching us we probably look to them like how children fighting over their share of halloween candy look to us.

@Chudchanning

Жыл бұрын

I hear you dude, it may be hand milled boutique bullshit, but it's still a fuckin pocket knife at the end of the day. If you're buying a pocket knife to carry and use then why would you want to risk carrying a boutique knife to begin with? It could easily be lost or stolen. I was shocked to find out that the classic butterfly knives are now considered "cheap Chinese shit" and you have to pay 600 bucks for a custom machined "good one" that looks like a hideous folding multi-tool. Thank you to all the companies making decent knives for an affordable price

Now I don't know about everyone else but I'd buy a "Billy Bob's Automatic".

@guarddog318

3 жыл бұрын

I live in Tennessee, so the trouble would come when Billy Bob wanted his knife back. 😬😉😁 ... and I don't even wanna think about what would happen here if the brand name was "Bubba's Pig-Sticker". 😱

@datrooster4112

2 жыл бұрын

@@guarddog318 🤣😂🤣😂

Jeff, you made a lot of great points in this video and I appreciate you making it. I'll be honest and say that I've had a Lightning OTF in my weekly rotation for the past 2 years now since I'm allowed to carry it where I live. I originally bought it just to see if the OTF scene was for me, and I'll tell you that I love the thing. Is the blade steel soft? Yes, but it sharpens easily. I only ever had a problem with it for the first time about 2 weeks ago where a screw fell out of the side of it, but it was easily locked back into place. My plan was to run the Lightning for awhile, and if I enjoyed it, then invest in a higher name-brand piece but medical costs have gotten in the way and here we are, two years later still using it. I know I'll figure out something nicer in the future, but for now this works just fine. It's funny since I was actually giving it it's weekly sharpening at work about 10 minuets before I got the notification that you uploaded this video. Again, I just want to say thank you for this video, and touching on all of the aspects that you did since they are important for anyone considering their first OTF knife purchase. Good show man.

@theguybrah8435

3 жыл бұрын

I love my lightning otf!! Paid $30 for it and I use it harder than some of my fixed blades.

@richardfoltz1663

3 жыл бұрын

Please stop saying you are "allowed" to carry a knife or other weapon.

@toddknoy1402

3 жыл бұрын

I love otf knives ever since I had a schrade viper, then my grandson got his first job and he decided he'd buy me an infidel and now I'm hook. Lol he paid way to much and now I'm about a grand into Benchmade. I will say that Microtech isn't far behind but no otf from them yet. I will say this those inexpensive ones you showed are still nice and I've actually bought a couple as gifts for people I know like knives. Personally I like a knife to sharpen easily and if you carry I think you should know how to use a stone or buy a Work Sharp, lol, which has voided my warranty for all of my knives. Great video my friend and I'm gonna go check out tacknives see if there might be an inexpensive version I'd like.

@DeRock401

3 ай бұрын

@@richardfoltz1663I was about to say the same lol. Knife laws are like condoms. They aren’t mandatory. When’s the last time a cop searched you? If you’re not an idiot, you can carry an OTF no matter where you live.

Very concise and comprehensive conveyance about this type blade. Exactly what anyone mulling the OTF pool needed to know from a neutrality that covers the truth about this type blade as well as the type who are looking to dive into this market. Thank you for breaking the surface.

I so appreciate your videos. Started watching about 3 years ago and almost all I know about knives had been thanks to you. In fact every purchase I have made with your advice has been spot on. I purchased Benchmade Infidel and Microtech Ultratech. Both home runs. Thanks

Hi Jeff, I have 3-4 Lightning OTF knives I got for $25-35 each and I am pretty happy with them. My expectations were not high so I was happy when they actually worked properly. I also got a name brand ITF foe $200 and it was so hard to activate that I had to send it back for adjustment and then it came off the track periodically.

My first OTF were kinda similar to the 2nd from the bottom, but bigger. The clip, glass breaker, pouch and the skeletonized blood groove is the dead giveaway. The matte finish were nice, but not the most durable. It peeled off and bubbled in the first week, but for around 20 bucks it's amazing.

Regarding qualify, I've had a lightning otf for almost 10 years and I've beaten the snot out of it and it has never failed. Amazing quality for a cheap knife.

My first OTF was a white shell black DE blade AKC F-16 from BHQ @ $60. I liked it so I saved up and bought a Microtech Ultratech T/E, Red Tanto SE with a two tone blade and love every minuet of it when it's my carry for a day! I almost bought an Infidel, but already have quite a few BM's sitting around. LoL I wish Spyderco had an OTF!

Definitely appreciate the video. I’m new to otf knives and pocket knives in general. Thanks to your video I know what to look for and the difference in prices.

I would liked to have know the price point of the knives he had on the table instead of calling them cheap 1000 times. Sometimes context is better quality.

@recesq

3 жыл бұрын

He said $50 to $100.

@zipzip8239

3 жыл бұрын

they are like 30 bucks each on dhgate. if he paid 50-100 he got ripped off.

@michaelbliss1976

3 жыл бұрын

@@zipzip8239 are they real on dhgate?

@zipzip8239

3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelbliss1976 no but they are nice for what they are.

@k9teamzagrebskolazapse149

2 жыл бұрын

That are toys

I have about 12 cheap otf's and love them. Good video.

Great as always Jeff!

I'm really happy with the one I just got today, I was going to buy one on aliexpress but then I realized there is a local store near by that specializes in knives and it was super nice to be able to hold them in my hand first.

Good on you Jeff not all of use can afford expensive otf so the cheap ones are the only option for us to experience one thanks

I have an otf I paid 70 follar for on amaxone..been an unbelievable everyday carry ...took it apart very high quality internals...

I was driving 4 hours today and I was listening to a knife podcast, and thought it would be awesome to hear you on a podcast man. Have you ever been approached to do one? Or ever thought of starting one?

I have been looking for this type of cheap knife ,thanks

Great video & topic idk why this dnt have more views dude yu deserve tons more views👏

I recently bought a vipertech otf for around 80 bucks as a work beater knife thats easy to use with greasy hands and it comes with d2 steel. Great knife for basic cutting and work tasks but I can't bring myself to spend the several hundreds on a benchmade or similar knife in general. The d2 steel is good, not great, but good enough for a medium duty knife and I would definitely recommend one if your looking

I've got one from Spartan Auto Knives that I got as a christmas gift, and I believe it falls into this category. Cheap or not, the thing works really damn well.

@valenteleanos4774

3 жыл бұрын

Im noticing that nowadays these cheap Chinese knives are not that cheap in quality only price. China has the knife industry scratching its head price wise for a few years now

@donnaslevin2969

2 жыл бұрын

If it's the same Spartan knives they are owned and operated by former green berets and they are not considered that cheap. Hundreds last I checked.

@Tunkkis

2 жыл бұрын

@@donnaslevin2969 You might be thinking of Spartan Blades. Spartan Auto Knives is different.

Great video, and great points. Thank you, you helped out a lot.

Excellent, you answered my question on the blade safety

Side opening autos can be had in pretty good quality though, boker Kalashnikovs are aus 8 for about 40

love my hogue CPM154! Release is a little stiff though. But that's how the mechanism works.

thanks man great video helped me out alot !

I really want to expand my otf collection. Currently have a midtech, but want a mini or 2 and now i want that red one

I have purchased about 5 different styles of Tacknives they are all great.

@zipzip8239

3 жыл бұрын

go on dhgate, the same knives are like 30 bucks.

I have that vespa cypher. One of the best knives i own. Very reliable if keped oiled and clean. Edge keps sharp with use for a long time and easy to fi when it starts 2 dull. Would defiently reccomend it

I have the red handled one in the middle (mines blue) and the one above it, and I'm here to tell you that their quality is no joke. I have 5 different models from DHGate, along with some other expensive and cheap models from bladehq. I have been collecting autos since about 1985 so I know a thing or two, and these two from DHgate are surprisingly nice. I've taken every auto I have apart and you can tell the fit and finish of each goes up with the price. The insides of those two were absolutely perfect. ZERO machining marks, no casting flash nothing. The blade polish was perfect all the way down, the sears didn't appear like some garbage stamped POS with sharp edges, but they were perfectly formed and even all the way around; almost look machined if I didn't know any better. The anodization inside and out were flawless and they locked up tight every time. For the price I paid I'd NEVER buy the 400 dollar versions. Not for these knives. These knives will surprise you I promise that.

@donjonson6407

2 жыл бұрын

wow i there any chance you could tell me what the model, name, or brand the knife is? Ive been looking everywhere for it with no luck.

@studdaman420

2 ай бұрын

​@@donjonson6407Vespa is the name brand. Their steel actually checks out too. They make many different models as well. Every one is made right. Comes with spare parts and the tools too. Mine came super sharp, and actually have been more reliable than my real Microtech knives. All 3 of mine have been sent back for service. Go figure. Lol

Absolutely love my tacknives otf, great quality for the price

@tacknives4189

2 жыл бұрын

We agree :D

Good video however I'm just looking for the best one double action $100 or less tops. I don't feel like I would want to "use" one that cost over $100. Any suggestions would be appreciated Thanks! 💪🙏🇺🇲

I just bought a normandy griffin 2.75" (legal in my state) with a d2 tanto blade for 100$. Not sure where all the parts are sourced from but its assembled in usa, and has lifetime warranty. They also had a sale for 50% off a second knife so I bought another with 440c spear blade. Can't wait to get my hands on them.

I thought single action otf's would go through paper and light targets if fired into them without coming off their track?

Great vid man! If anyone is wondering where to get these, Aliexpress is great. These are prohibited in my country but they have a shipping means that gets them here. Communication is OK and resending is available for free if items are seized. I'm not advertising them, just have found a means to finally get these and balisongs...

great selection of cheap ones!

Great vid. Which is the bottom smallest in the video?? Thanks

I do own a UTX 85 clone and it's really nice but if opening and closing it 10 times or more in a row, it really hurt my thumb, especially closing it. Also maybe the X patern on the button is not really ergonomic. What I wanted to know, is that appart from the Halo and the small OTF, which of your clone have the lightest detent?

My only one is the Schrade that BUDK has had on sale for 2 or 3 years. The only thing I don't like is that my blade is partially serrated and they do have 2 other blade styles. It is single action but that is no big deal. I do collect Schrades and may pick up the other blade styles one of these first days.

What Kinda knife is the copper one and where’s the link to it?

I have an OTF lightning. Even though I can carry it here the quality isn't up to par with any of my EDC knives. I'm kinda a hard user. But that being said it's a fun knife that I get out and play with from time to time.

Thanks for the video. In my opinion o much prefer to have a good cheap knife than an over expensive one

You should check out the S&W assist OTF I carry mine all the time.

What is the little gray one in front? Thanks

I use my cheap otf around the ranch it works, if it dulls just sharpen, the only thing i would say is they are heavy, handle is made of heavy pot metal, zamak metal. I still like them...

I started off buying very cheap otfs...actually the first one I got was a schrade single action, schotfg, went to a gun show..didn't know much about Microtech and bought a hellhound copy otf for like 30 bucks. From then I'd buy cheaper ones, here and there Lightning, Vipertec, etc...then after trying some copies of some microtechs and other types, eventually bought an microtech ultratech and wow...yes there is a huge difference in quality and performance. Since then, I've gotten a few more and they're great. Yes the Chinese make some very decent quality otfs, but..once they break they're gone...that's one of the reasons I usually stick with Vespa otfs..at least they give you some spare parts if you happen to break a spring or lose a screw. For cheap otfs, if and when I get them, I usually get them in better steels or stick with a brand that has good track record. For example, Lightnings, AKC, Boker, Cobratec, Vespa (some sub 100 dollar types) maybe the occasional titan otf. I would say tacknives too (get them on sale for like around 30 to 40 bucks), but most use zinc alloy handles...so they are heavier. Honestly the otfs people really should avoid are the ones sold by companies that sell huge amounts of them with weird names like "covertops, tactical trooper, reaper" etc. They are extremely cheap otfs that either are completely crap and feels like they will break any minute or you might get lucky and get a decent one. I've experienced both. It's a crap shoot. Lately been getting into more expensive ones, but do enjoy the occasional cheaper options. Also usually I buy clones or copies to get a feel for the handles or ergos to see if I like it and then buy the real thing.

What is that little OTF knife in your video that you said is about $20? I would like to find one

good video I purchased the $35.amazon just recieved button is extremely hard to eject & retract blade I have very strong hands so I'm dissapointed.I've opened/closed a dozen times there's no sign of easeing up.any suggestions

What brand are the green knife and the red and black one and where can you get it?

yeah times have changed. lots of great otf top steel knives coming out of china now.

I really like that green one. Do you have a link for it, or the name of it?

You should do a video that shows the inside and the workings

The single action S&W otf's are made in Taiwan with Aus8 blade steel for 30 - 40 bucks. I agree with others that 100 bucks for a knife is expensive, not cheap.

Where did you find any of these? Tac knives website doesn't have any of the cool looking ones you've shown.

I have an AKC F-16. Great fidget toy.

I usually keep a few lightnings on hand to sell and gift friends and make a few extra dollars

I'm a butcher by trade and keep my knives sharp and oiled... But I'm also cheap. The only 'Expensive' knife I ever acquired is a Cold Steel AD10 which was like $120 on Amazon. I do own a couple Kershaw's that were like $50 I've purchased over the years. All that said, I currently have a $17 Grand Way folder in my pocket that I really like as my nicer knives sit on my desk or in the drawer. So I'm one of your Rare Ones ;-) Thanks for the video, been thinking about getting an OTF just to toy around with it, so I was glad to see the low end isn't that bad. I can deal with soft steel's just makes them easier to sharpen lol.

What's the name of that little one at the bottom? would love to get my hands on it for work

I love the Lightning.

can someone please help me out. what is the small black knife on the bottom?? i cant find it anywhere

So is the Damascus blade knife one good at retaining an edge?

Love my microtechs...just like a lot of folks wanted one after watching Jack Bauer in 24. I was able to get a limited Tadgear Halo III (first Halo used fullers which was supposed to be a tadgear edition exclusive along with no markings on the knife only on the charging handle). I recently looked up what others went for in the secondary market and the knife has 3x since then. Since then I have picked up a couple along the way and love pulling them out now and then. Thinking about picking up another one as a beater.

How long for shipping? If it like a month like dhgate I really don’t want to order one

I do!! I have 4 LIGHTNING ELITES, that are razor sharp with mirror edges! EZ to do when you have a sharpening side gig, and a real super sharpener. Budget knives also have D2 steel Not just 440. I remember when 90% of knives were 440. No one complained as loud as people do today about it. I've had them all. I'd rather have 4 LIGHTNINGs then one Microtech. Wanted to sell my microtec's and it took 6 months, because everyone thinks "it could be a clone". Took 6 months to sell a Heretic OTF too. NEVER EVER AGAIN. LEARN TO SHARPEN. and save a lot of buyers remorse!!

Is the pocket clip on the second one from the bottom reversible? The one that you said looks like a Benchmade 4600.

@DrothaBarber

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah that's reversible I have the same knife.

How are the Tacknives Pro? Or Viper tec with higher end steel?

What about cobratech? I’ve got one to replace the schrade one I had.

Very informative! I actually wanted to know a bit more on these cheap OTF from China. We all know how good a $300 Benchmade can be but little is known about these cheaper ones. I think I may actually get one because I fit the description, someone who wants to try an OTF but does not want to throw a whole chunk of savings on it.

I just ordered a Boker OTF & paid $120. Boker has a warranty on their knives. It's got D2 steel, so that's good. What do you think about that knive?

@jamieryall8341

3 жыл бұрын

I bought that Boker OTF & sent it back. No matter that I worked it 100's of times, the spring never became so I could deploy it without 2 hands. Too tight.

I'm gonna buy one of these cheap ones first👍 thanks!

What is that orange one?

You all should buy the vespa ripper! It is the best otf you can buy for the money! It’s genuine m390 with good HRC. I believe it was tested by luvthemknives. Comes with all tools and extra springs. It will outperform you typical mictrotech in quality.

do all you other cheap otf owners also hear that buzzing of the spring with the action? does the spring lose tightness over time? (i just bought a Lightning)

@zipzip8239

3 жыл бұрын

open it up and put some grease on the spring, that will make the noise go away.

My wife surprised me with a badass Recon 040. I had a Scarab Executive for a while a few years ago and foolishly traded it and have wanted another one since then. I love this thing. BUT I also just ordered a Lightning Elite just because. To have an inexpensive one to fuck around with and not worry about.

@MattH-wg7ou

Ай бұрын

She later got me a perfectly matchinf Recon 035 too! I like the 035 but there is just something so sweet about the big boy 040. But my Lightning has been awesome! Outstanding knife for the money!

I bought a cheap (35?) small otf, branded as "Delta Force" (farce?) and it's been a sweet little knife. Always goes snick-snack, keeps an edge as well as most gas station fodder, just for small tasks and "fidget spinner" type fun. It's about the same size as that small one w/same silver clip and lanyard cap/glass breaker? I've got a larger unbranded one that, well, hardly ever works right lmao. Gonna tear it down and polish the contact points where it feels like a burr or two is dragging, oil the springs etc.

I own a cheap Vipertec OTF knife and the slide button to deploy the blade is a little stiff is it normal for new OTF knives to have a stiff button/slide?

@charliegone1652

2 жыл бұрын

For some yes, I'd open it up and dry lube the springs or stretch them out a bit (not too much). That usually helps to loosen stiff buttons imho.

What’s that orange one? The coolest on the table IMO. Probably gonna pick one up 🤙🏻 great video by the way. I’m now a subscriber!

@de_edc

3 жыл бұрын

I actually just found it. Thanks for the video tho!

@davidvalencia6136

2 жыл бұрын

@@de_edc what is it

@Mikeropod

Жыл бұрын

@@davidvalencia6136 2nd-ed, would love to know what to search for on that one...

My best friend bought me a Microtech Bounty Hunter last year for my birthday, (he knows I love Boba Fett and he as contractor money). Well, not even a year later and the $300+ knife won't come out far enough to lock out and won't come in enough to lock in. Like you mentioned, the insanely priced knives have good warranties.

@DrothaBarber

2 жыл бұрын

Mine was just doing the same thing last week. I took it apart and cleaned it and oiled it up. Now it clacking opening and closing lightning fast!!

What’s the oldest knife you own?

Brother how can I have big hands like you PLEASE REPLY

Bought a cheap otf with 440 steel and I've had it for about 3 years, thing is a freaking tank.

What is the greenish one second to the top?

I have a dirt cheap Atomic that was given to me, works great...

I live in Indiana where we don’t have knife restrictions, but I still don’t own an otf. I know I’d never carry it so I won’t buy one, but there still neat

I have 2 cheap otf in d2 and 440c..... The problem of cheap otfs is the blade play is so much that the edge touching the inner part of the handle, usually at 75% of the blade length, also at the top pin of D/E blade..... Cheap steel just won't hold the edge..... I ground the edge to the point where it won't touching the handle and work nicely.....

Kind of reminds me of a Ganzo when they first came out, but otf's instead Benchmade. I think if you can make a knife that well, then you should do your own designs! It's not that hard. Anyway. Shame i'm in the UK lol, i'd get arrested for a plastic spoon!

CobraTec is a good budget OTF brand. Do you have any of those Jeff?

@cutlerylover

3 жыл бұрын

not yet but working on getting some to try

I love the little one on the bottom

SOG OTF pentagon or SOG good in general?

What’s the smallest one at the bottom?

i like how he doesn't shame people who buy cheaper otfs

I just got a lightning last night. What a coincidence!

Looking for a pocket clip for my M&P spear tip blade

Ok and does anyone know good quality 2 inch dagger blade length otf. I have not been not finding any good quality otf with that knife blade. I totally agree with buy a good quality otf over a cheap not good quality otf.

How’s about torture testing a vespa troodon clone otf? You’d be the first person to ever do so, that I know of and it’d make for a hell of a good vid...

lol precisely and completely: "because... they're cool..." i have one i'm looking at: no name china crap brand no heat treated BUT: 440C stainless real damascus dual edge dagger 3.5 inch blade my question is just: is it better to get crap name brand knives (kershaw etc)? do the name brand heat treat their inexpensive knives? I've been looking for a 50-60$ otf dagger style otf for FOREVER... i can never settle on one

I have a Microtech Jedi Knight, the plue powdercoated blade, I bought it via a payment plan. It's definitely a safe queen but I love it. I've looked into these cheap OTFs. I seen someone at a flea market last fall selling the branded counterfeits for more than say wish.com but less than the obvious msrp for the real knife. Questioned him and he defended that they were legit, I didn't buy it one bet. He most likely got them online somewhere, branded counterfeit ones, and was trying to sell them as legit. Don't get me wrong, he had a Boba Fett Microtech counterfeit for like 75 bucks that looked really good, but then I thought if I wanted one myself I could just buy one for like 35 bucks on wish or other sites.

I have a combo OTF/Karambit in D2 steel. D2 any good?

@DrothaBarber

2 жыл бұрын

D2 is awesome steel!!! I have plenty of D2 steel knives

Whats the green one called