Am I the only one who saw what looked like an 8' lead pipe on the table during the intro and immediately thought "DCA finally had enough 'reverse tanto' out of Thomas"?

@davidgarrett5671

Жыл бұрын

No

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

@@davidgarrett5671 🤣🤣🤣

@vladtheimpala5532

Жыл бұрын

Yes

@southernlonghorn4507

Жыл бұрын

YES…saw it and was like “he gonna start doing melee weapon reviews?”

@slywolfe

Жыл бұрын

What is with these these spam bots holy crap, don't fall for this scam people. Report and move on

I cannot vouch for machetes as brush removal enough. I moved into my house in April to find my backyard overrun with bamboo, privet, and 4 kinds of ivy. If it weren't for my machete and my wife really liking the new neighborhood we might have put the house back on the market immediately.

Found that out of all of the machetes I have, and I have a lot, the 12 inch Tramontina has been the most useful for shrubbery and thinners wood. I believe it has to do with the thinness of the blade and how damn light it is. Also only got it for like $9 so it's been surprising in how well it performs.

Terävä Skrama 240 from Varusteleka in Finland. Use one myself, after it was recommend by several gardeners and landscapers in our area. Brutal blade.

I'm surprised you don't stock Tramontina machetes. The wood handled ones are ok from the box, but with a bit of file work to the blade and to shape the handle to your liking they are excellent. And made in Brazil, where they're practically an edc. I believe blunt edges are left near the tips because they're often used for light digging chores also.

@knifecenter

Жыл бұрын

I had a word with our buyer. We are looking to rectify this soon -DCA

@mikoyanig5512

Жыл бұрын

I like David modified a Tramontina except the wood handles held together and it works great! They are the opinel of machetes, a blank slate that begs for modification and cheap so you can modify several of them or not feel bad if one doesn’t turn out the way you wanted.

Excellent video as usual, really highlights the fact that Cold Steel makes extremely weird (but highly desirable) stuff. Keep up the good work, fellas.

DCA thanks for keeping the knife faith alive.

Thank you for answering my question so quickly! I like the d-ring. I guess I am going to be able to sharpen it. And I agree that my neighbors need to get to know me better. No, they are fine.

Thanks to this program, I found and installed the thumb studs on my newly acquired Kizer hic-cup.

I've packed for international movement a few times and I've come to appreciate my little neck knives,1x crkt and 1x cold steel. The fact your knife is hanging within sight is very handy. My last move, South Africa to the UK, was done with cold steel neckknife and kershaw "thistle" as the heavy-duty pocket carry.

Hi david love your content you’re the most wholesome guy ever

I have a Cold Steel two handed machete that is a really great brush cutter. Blade is kind of like the cane machete but set into a nylon handle that weighs nothing so you can use it one handed. Super useful!

@AnomadAlaska

Жыл бұрын

The square spine being 90 degrees works well for digging and whacking roots without dulling your working edge also. Very useful for trail clearing and chopping down things you don't want to get too close to such as multiflora rose.

@darrellwestrick2110

Жыл бұрын

@@AnomadAlaska hmm. Blade is not the stiffest. I have thought about welding a pick onto the back edge. I mostly tangle with bittersweet vines bamboo and other invasive. The occasional bear...jk. It's the closest thing to a lightsabre for yard and property work.

My buttonlock elementum is my new favorite knife..here in Canada mine came to a cool $120 lol for just the simple brown micarta and tumbled finish blade 😆 I work landscaping and it basically works part-time with me lol sees pretty rough action a few days a week and I just texted it to a nice sharpening last night after days of muddy landscape fabric

@killainmaccallan4700

Жыл бұрын

I bought one just to have a buttonlock, it became one of my favorites. I have the green version of yours for 67 euro. I feel sorry for you guys. Have a good one mate

Dear Mr. Andersen & Thomas, thanks as always for a refreshing, informative, and entertaining episode. I would like to add a few observations and comments about budget machetes for gardening,. For context, I'm in the Southern Caribbean, and it's rainy season, and the tropical rainforest encroaches FAST, so I get a machete workout DAILY. 1) Although I have, use, and enjoy a large collection of machetes, all tested by doing real work in the yard and in the tropical rainforests around me, my preferred tool for gardening (and for clearing a path through actual jungle) is the Cold Steel Barong Machete. It has enough reach for almost anything, the continuous curve of the leaf-shaped blade makes it a slicing machine, the blade shape also makes sharpening and honing very easy, the handle shape makes it easy to retain the tool with or without gloves and in any weather conditions, and the ergonomics are spectacular - you can swing the thing ALL day without hand fatigue or pain. Not least of all, very little modification is needed to get it ready to do serious work. I cannot recommend it enough.* 2) My approach to sharpening machetes has been evolving and I love my current approach. A take a strop block and two carbide sanding belts, along with a small file. The file is ONLY used on occasions when I hit stones and get a bad roll or a small chip. Typically, all I ever do is use wrap the 40-grit belt around the stropping block and use use it away from the edge on either side for about 30 seconds. That's enough to get a wicked toothy, convex edge on your average machete. Just a few minutes dedicated to a dull portion of a machete will get a good working edge on it. Another minute or two with the 80-grit belt will give you a more refined edge, if you so choose. * The only major mod I may eventually make to my Cold Steel Barong Machete will be an epoxied paracord wrap at the front of the handle, to further prevent the risk of slipping onto the blade. It's not a big risk as is, especially since I'm not using it to do stabbing of any kind, but the added security won't hurt.

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Get you a Stihl HL 94 and retire the machetes

@charlescollier7217

Жыл бұрын

@@arrowheadguys7637 I think you may have missed the part about tropical rainforest in the Southern Caribbean. Thanks though.

@arrowheadguys7637

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@@charlescollier7217 just a joke

i appreciate you recognizing a brand you don’t sell

Bought a HF machete because I liked the thin blade and I put a good handle on it. Well, it twisted on me when I struck a tree larger than my thumb. It really put a shock in my hand and wrist, so I got really mad at it. I tried to break it, but couldn't! Damn, that's some good steel, worth saving. On a hunch, I cut off 2-1/2" of the end and shaped it like a Seax, with a very sharp point. All cured! Cuts great, no twist, and stays sharp!

Had no idea KnifeCenter had a KZread Channel but am very happy! My personal favorite machete is the Cold Steel 18" Sax Machete. It's a shame they discontinued it!

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the club, and say goodbye to your disposable income lol

Your videos are always enjoyable 👍😃

DC’s right about Tramontino machetes - great for the money. You can buy the Bolo and get a Marbles sheath all for under $30.

As soon as you said coldsteel makes a gladius machete/sword i just bought one, now ill finish watching this video 😊

Good info

Let the neighbors know I’m a bit crazy! 😅😂🤣 I love it! I really wish I knew you in person DCA. I bet we would get along well!

I have a few machete, and i gotta say my favorite machete for most of all the stuff i do is my Walmart 18 in machete. Not the best machete, sheath is nylon, but has served me well these past 4 years (even with duct tape and some needle and thread to try to stretch the its life span 😂)

Condor big leaf blade, all I want/need in a machete.

I live in the tropics, David, and the cost of a machete seldom goes above US$10 dollars. I am amazed that there was no mention of the famous Collins (Hartford, CT) brand. In our country, the Dominican Republic, all "Latin" machetes are know as "Colines". More working knives such as the canecutter have other names. Of course, Tremontina is well-known areound here, and now Collins is nearly invisible. But nobody pays more than $10 to 14 dollars a machete, no matter its intended use. Love your Ontario, BTW. Thanks for the video.

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Kind of like how there's no reason for a decent folder to cost more than $30...but here we are. 'Murca!

@jonlouis2582

Жыл бұрын

I’m about 20 minutes away from where the Collins headquarters was located. Sadly, they went under many years ago, no trace left of them in these parts.

Not gonna lie, you blew my mind a bit when you picked a Bugout for a “reliable” knife lol. After the second Omega spring broke in mine, it got stashed in the back of a drawer and I haven’t picked it up since lol. That was almost 2 years ago now, just my experience with it but I have had better reliability out of

@knifecenter

Жыл бұрын

I knew the Delica and Sebenza were absolutely more bulletproof, so it was definitely a calculated risk. -DCA

Cold Steel machetes all the way. The Thai machete for example has an extra long handle allowing multiple grip options with 1 or 2 hands and exceptional reach. Like DCA mentioned you can even get sword style blades and I've had tons of fun with the Wakizashi version. P.s. Isn't the reverse Americanized tanto shape really more of version of the Norse seax? What do y'all think?

Hi DCA, love the content as always. Through your videos mostly, I ended up getting a makara for trail building and maintenance to use in unison with an axe. Once I put a slimmer edge on this blade, I was quite happy with how it cut grass and large weeds while I was testing it for a few minutes in my yard. Sadly the first time I used it in the field, the handle became very loose due to the flaired tubes used to secure the handle. I was not impressed with this happening to a blade in this price point especially after only using in for an hour or two. Just to clarify, I did not use it for any chopping tasks or on any dead limbs, as this was used only on "easy use" limbing and hedge trimming. I was wondering if you have heard or seen this for yourself. Thanks again

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

I'd contact Condor and see if they'll fix/replace it.

@tjpighin

Жыл бұрын

@@arrowheadguys7637 you bet, thanks. That is definitely the plan

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

@@tjpighin Good luck! I've heard they're good to work with.

By far the best machete I’ve ever used was from Ontario Knife Company. Black rubber handle, black blade.

I love watching your videos. So informative and idea inspiring. I'm also adding a suggestiin/request. Could you guys do a knife/edc pocket dump at the end of your videos?? I'd love to see more of you guys personal selections. And I'm always wondering what you picked out for he day!! Have a good one, thanks for the videos everyone at knife center!!

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

He said a while back he didn't want to do that because he'd feel like it was 'forced' because he knows what days they're filming so he might be picking knives to show off versus actually be carrying the knife he would have normally.

@knifecenter

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, it would either be performative/not genuine since I would be picking things out for the purpose of showing. Or, it would get repetitive when I have the same pocket dump for several weeks in a row. Neither are good options as far as I'm concerned. -DCA

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

@@knifecenter What if we gave Thomas the ability to call for a pocket dump at random, like once or twice a month?

I have MKM Machio II, great and not too expensive.

I really enjoy your videos. Filled with solid information and senseful logic; which is hard to come by these days even on KZread. Btw.. Have you heard of The Silky Nata? It's a Japanese origin traditional style chopper which is notoriously better than kukri and other machetes. I would really appreciate if you would consider making a review or comparison video of that!

Always fun, thanks! Bought cheap Harbor freight and it's ok for casual chopping. Painted handle bright orange and resharpened. Did I mention it was cheap?

@carlk1183

Жыл бұрын

I have one also and it works just fine (for what I need). I almost choked on my drink when I heard the prices.

That was very interesting, and I appreciate you mentioning the Gerber. I happen to like Gerber, and I really hope they get their act together. Any recommendations for a budget short machete?

For moving I would absolutely go for more than one knife because guaranteed I'm going to misplace one because I'm stressed out and don't have muscle memory of the places I put knives. It's not going to get lost permanently but a month from now I'm going to find a knife on a high shelf somewhere.

wow! I trim my hedges with a Cold Steel all terrain chopper( 2 hand slant tip machete) and /or a 2 handed latin machete.

I always see the blunt tip of a garden machete as by design, since it is a tool to slash grass/plantation and not a weapon to stab your arch enemy. It is handy when you near the end of your yard that ended with wall/stone/pavement, you don't have to worry if your thick and blunt tip hitting wall or stone, it just shrug it off. While a sharp and pointy tip will definitely need a care after kissing those.

Liked just for the Cold Steel Boar Spear!!!

Dude!! Listening to DCA breakdown moving knives… you can’t say this man isn’t a knife guy. Freaking classic, thought I’d see more weeds from Thomas. Missed opportunity mate.

Cool,david

Howdy, I have been preparing to join a shooting sport called cowboy action shooting and I need a period correct knife a cowboy would have. Thanks

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Bear & Son have a number of Bowie knives in various sizes that look era-appropriate.

@curtisserby9233

Жыл бұрын

@@arrowheadguys7637 thank you

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

@@curtisserby9233 For more budget-friendly options of simple/rustic looking blades you can also check out Old Hickory knives

@jameskonechne3307

Жыл бұрын

I feel most cowboys didn't carry large fixed blades. probably more likely simple jackknives. stockman or barlow comes to mind. I got a replica of a Civil war era one blade folding knife that's pretty cool.

Speaking of multi tools I’d like to see a video feature the newish MKM designs. The big draw for me is the upgraded blade steel in the main knife(M390). So if DCA or Seth can get some hands on experience with a Malga 6 and report back it’s be great.

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Nooooooooo! I'm waiting on a micarta Malga 6 to be in stock to get my hands on one...as soon as DCA gushes on a knife it becomes Unobtanium on the site lol

@Ericstraordinary

Жыл бұрын

I really like the Malga 6 but I need a pair of scissors on my multi tool. Let's hope they make a Malga 7 with scissors. (and maybe a small pen blade to replace the ridiculous fork)

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

@@Ericstraordinary serious question, what do you even use scissors on a SAK for?

@Ericstraordinary

Жыл бұрын

@@arrowheadguys7637 It often just ends up being impromptu personal grooming. But it is also a little better than a knife for snipping the odd thread that comes loose on clothing, etc. It isn't a serious tool, it is just a convenience that I have gotten accustomed to.

David im shocked! As you showed 2 good sharpening products! How did you miss the BEST Worksharp field sharpener? I love that thing! I won’t trade you my Shapton stones. However! I can get you a wicked edge in a few mins on any steel with the Field Sharpener! It has everything you need plus the strop! Great info as always! Keep up the good work. Welcome to Va. btw!

David, I think I caught a minor mistake in your Bohler "K" steel mixup, You said K100, and Thomas caught you. You corrected it to K390, which I truly love. However, you then said "There's a K340 steel coming out now." Actually, Bohler K340 has been out for quite a while. I believe you meant Bohler's RIDICULOUSLY EXCITING K490 steel, which they say will have nearly the same edge holding ability, but almost TWICE the toughness. I can't WAIT! That should be awesome.

Hey DCA, a common use case for carrying a knife that continues to come up is “cutting cardboard”. I always tended to go to my utility knife for that task. Let me know your thoughts on the pros and cons of using a foldable knife vs utility knife for this popular task. Thanks and keep up the great work KC team!

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

We use our fancy folding knives that we paid far too much for to justify buying them since we 'need' them to fit more cardboard boxes in the recycling bin. Now stop asking questions that will make our wives suspicious.

@crazeeaz

Жыл бұрын

Box cutter pros: cheap, thin sharp blades have little drag, won't dull you nice knives on cardboard. Cons: kinda boring, I have all these knives and work at a desk in my basement - what else am I going to do with them?

@zabper57

Жыл бұрын

FYI they made an episode called cardboard slayers or something like that. Worth a look

@jarrodbriggs8246

Жыл бұрын

I love utility knives as well. My absolute fav is a channel lock utility w the titanium coated blades . If you can actually find one I’d suggest it over all models I have used which is most. Check one out if you like utility knives

@jjabberjaw8822

Жыл бұрын

One benefit and drawback is that utility knives use replaceable blades. They're great for making sure you have a sharp edge without much time or effort, but they produce a lot of extra waste, don't stay sharp very long, and (at least in my area) can be a pain to try and recycle or dispose of safely.

You coined the term "flip joint" in one of your recent videos. I never knew what to call those and thats what ill call them forever! What are some of the most addictive flip joints

@knifecenter

Жыл бұрын

I'm not the first to use that term, and I think it only works when there is an actual flipper attached to it. That is why we tend to prefer the term "detent joint" -DCA

What knife would you recommend for attaching to one of those little robot vacuum cleaners for home defense?

DCA, on a recent wilderness trip, I lost a Haversack that had a cold steel pocket bushman in it. For years, it served as a "folding camp knife" covering food prep to hard use tasks like batoning, fire prep, etc. I'm rebuilding my kit and wondering about a very strong pivot, solid lock folding knife in the 4-1/2" to 5-1/2" blade range. One hand opening is not a requirement, stainless would be nice. Basically, a folder that thinks it's a fixed blade. $250 would be a maximum on my budget. Fwiw, I was quite happy with the pocket bushman, I'm just wanting some other options to consider. Thanks! 👍

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Wanted to recommend the Cold Steel AD-15, but the blade length is a little under your requirement. Regardless, I feel that "cold steel" is going to be included in just about any answer you get lol.

@TheScoundrel70

Жыл бұрын

@@arrowheadguys7637 that has been what I've found. I had been looking at their Voyager XL in the drop point as well. I really had no complaints about the pocket bushman, but with the opportunity a bit of misfortune has presented, I thought I'd ask. Thanks for the suggestion!👍

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

@@TheScoundrel70 Yeah, most the other "large knives" are overbuilt to the point of not being functional imo. The other option if you wanted to try a fixed blade would be an ESEE 4, I have the S35VN model and use it endlessly on camping trips. The scabbard is pretty minimalist and it slips in a bag taking up very little space.

@thatswhatshesaid8365

Жыл бұрын

@@arrowheadguys7637 why did u pick the 4 over the others? Just curious

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

@@thatswhatshesaid8365 Honestly I would recommend the 5 or 6 for fire making over the 4, but they are both considerably heavier and larger to pack and probably not the best for food prep. Since it was to replace a folder I suggested the 4. I have (and absolutely LOVE) all three. The 5 is a wood splitting monster. I usually take the 5 for splitting wood and the S35VN 4 for food prep, then keep a folder in my pocket for small tasks on camping trips. I'd suggest a combo of the S35VN 4 and the 5, but if choosing just one I'd say the 4.

Hey DCA, can you prefer a couple of knives that are a straight edge next to the pointer finger choil. I cut up a lot of cardboard but streetch foil as well. The end of the blade is dull and I want it all the way sharp, hope you understood. Thank you

@Ericstraordinary

Жыл бұрын

It sounds like you want a perfectly straight edge on your blade, with a finger choil directly behind it. That actually isn't as common as it probably should be. I know of a couple: the Cold Steel Tuff Lite and the Spyderco Dragonfly Wharncliffe come to mind. I also thought of a fixed blade: the Artisan Cutlery Sea Snake.

I never thought DCA moving could generate 13 minutes of content 😂

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Thats just this video. Don't forget the original segment when he asked which knife to use and the follow up where he told us what knife he used. DCA is the gift that keeps on giving.

QUESTION. What sharpeners would be best and safest for someone who owns higher end kitchen knives but has no experience sharpening and maintaining and edge? Price isn't much of a factor, and the blades aren't serrated.

@Ericstraordinary

Жыл бұрын

Get a Spyderco Sharpmaker and a 4-sided strop with some stropping compounds.

@MrBeefy-og7nw

Жыл бұрын

@@Ericstraordinary The sharpmaker is a good choice, I own one, and will likely be the one I recommend. My friend for whom I asked this has never sharpened a knife in her life, and therefore a strop isn't something she's comfortable using. Thanks for the reply, and I agree these are a great combination.

A decent utility knife with a couple of spare blades is the best "moving knife" IMHO. I would recommend a Milwaukee Fastback with bit driver.

That Boar Spear? Great keychain knife.

For opening packages I can not live without a hawkbill anymore. I need to get one that is super quick to open close like the axis lock.

I would like to see a episode of knifes with the best fall shut actions its always so hard to figure out with out laying hands on the knive but they way every one shops online it's very difficult thanks hope to see this on a episode

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Crossbar, compression and shark locks. Some might require a little adjustment to the pivot, but most will fall shut after 30 minutes of fidgeting if they don't right out of the box. All my shark locks are 100% free fall shut out of the box because of the design.

I’m looking 👀 for a marine grade multi tool for taking on the boat 🛥? Any recommendations? Love the channel!

Man, I've been thinking of getting a machete, and here you are with a review on those very blades. Thank you

Hey DCA and crew. I'm thinking of a machete chopper that I can use too take the place of my hatchet on camping trips here in NC. I'm really liking the My Parang Duku Chandong 10". I think I would be able to do my hatchet chores and my large knife chores with one tool. I also like the hand made look of the My Parang machetes. What say you? Thanks man.

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

ESEE Junglas!

Hi DCA, what would you consider a good car knife and why (besides the multi tool that belongs into every car imho)?

DCA: The Spyderco Cricket is awesome and nobody ever talks about it! My only “gripe” is that sometimes I want a little more blade and handle length. I’ve actually asked Spyderco to make a “Big Cricket”. (Locust?). Is there anything else out there with a locking 3-4” blade that is as thin as the Cricket?

@jamesR1990

Жыл бұрын

Maybe the TRM Atom would work for you. The cricket is listed at .08 and the Atom at .09 It's my personal favorite super thin slicey knife

Cold Steel Kukri Machete is pretty nice

Using cheap Cold Steel machetes for years now, just gotta know how to sharpen them as sometimes the edge comes not perfect. Dunno about the new GSM ones tho…

Hey DCA, first time asking a question. Love your show and what you are doing for the community. I would love to get the Condor K-Tact kukri with green micarta even though I would prefer to get something similar but with good stainless steel. Do you have some suggestions? Thank you.

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Not many options for kukri's in stainless unless you want to spend a lot of money. Just keep it oiled and enjoy the patina would be my suggestion, the K-Tact is a good looking Kukri for that price.

The Condor Makara is badass though.

Hey DCA ...can you show what are the best hard use knives from all brands...or quoting you.."sharpened prybar" knives in budger...

Hey DCA, serious question. What’s the coolest, most off the wall, out there item on KC’s shelves right now (aside from the carcass splitter)?

Surprised the Gerber is not there. Almost identical to Ontario but has a saw blade on the back and a reinforced sheth. Under 30 bucks last I checked.

Yeah!

Hey DCA you said a full flat grind is good for card board, well what about a full hollow grind like on a case sodbuster. And what are the pros and cons to the full hollow grind can bring because I do a lot of heavy work and I use case knives.

Hey David and Thomas, any word on when the magnacut dekas will be restocked?

Hey DCA. Discontinued knives make me sad! I have seen so many great knives that I saved for, only to find that the company discontinued them. I also find it hard to acquire parts/screws for old knives like my one and only CRKT Jernigan folder. With knife collecting being more popular than ever, I get why knives will have limited runs or flash sales, but I still find it frustrating! What are your thoughts on brands discontinuing knives. Are there any knives you own that are now discontinued? And have you ever missed out on a knife you wanted because it was discontinued? Lots to talk about, I know. Thanks for all the great advice you give!

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

My suggestion is to keep an eye on manufacturers' discontinued lists, and if something you've been wanting gets discontinued, start checking all the dealers for one in stock. I've had a few knives on my wishlist go discontinued, but I was able to find them elsewhere with some digging.

Hello KnifeCenter, long time ago at a barber shop, while the barber stropped his razor on a strap, he briefly mentioned that raising the temperature of the steel elongated the edge and gave it a finer edge. is a warm blade sharper than a cold one? and is a warm blade easier to sharpen than a cold blade?

Hey DCA, I was curious how do you sharpen a machete? Is there certain sharpening equipment you’d recommend for that task? And would a coarse or fine edge be better for a machete?

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Benchtop belt sander around 220 grit will do for a course working edge.

The wharncliffe Hogue Deka may be a good cardboard breakdown/opening knife as well? 🤷🏻‍♂️

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Thats one of the knives they used in their Cardboard Slayers video

Do you have a recommendation for a sheath for the svord mini cane since it's sheath is discontinued?

Hey DCA thanks for the advice on the best moving knife, my question is what is the best way to clean your moving knife after opening boxes? I always seem to be getting a bunch of tape residue all over my knife and wanted to know the best way to clean it off.

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Gasoline always works well for me. Actually typically use 2-stroke pre-mix, figure the oil can't be a bad thing.

@Ericstraordinary

Жыл бұрын

My go-to is Zippo fluid. But Ballistol, acetone, Goo-Gone and WD-40 can all work too.

@slywolfe

Жыл бұрын

I just use rubbing alcohol because it's great for removing adhesives and also fingerprints/oils, plus the added bonus of disinfectant

@knifecenter

Жыл бұрын

I've got liquid alcohol in a spritzer that lives in my backpack. Great for hand sanitization as well as breaking down adhesives. -DCA

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

@@knifecenter I usually enjoy my liquid alcohol from a can or bottle

Hey dca I have a question. Does the fox livri / libar have screws and a strong backswing? I watched a old review and the knife had pins and a weak backspring. Someone in the comments said they changed them but on the dealers I look at (boker and knives and tools since I'm in greece sadly buying from you is not a option cause of customs and fees) they have pins and I'm on edge to buy it. Does it have torx and a strong backspring?

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

The pivot is a torx screw, but the handle covers are pinned, I would not be concerned about the pins to be honest, its a common method for manufacturing traditional knives. From the reviews I've seen, it has a decent backspring, not super strong like a Jack Wolf but not mushy and weak like the Benchmade proper. I have one on my wishlist and plan on getting one soon, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it based on my other Fox knives

@e.v.i.

Жыл бұрын

@@arrowheadguys7637 ok thanks alot

Hey DCA any knifes similar to the Artisan Cutlery Archeo, living in the UK so a knife that in theory is non locking but also has the possibility of being locked if needed has many advantages. Thank you, love the videos. (Also any thoughts on MCUSTA knives?)

Hey DCA, I’ve been taking a look at automatic knife laws around the states, and noticed some have length limits down to 1.5 inches. Are there even any autos out there that small, and if so are they still useful?

@gabrielbaker2667

Жыл бұрын

There’s a state with a stricter blade limit than CA?

@MB-jg4tr

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I've got a really small OTF, maybe 1.75" blade. Chinese 420 but pretty fun & useful single hand utility

@shaquilleoneal117

Жыл бұрын

@@gabrielbaker2667 yeah I think Connecticut and Massachusetts

@undercoverasiant696

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1.5 may be at the lower end of usability, but at that size the handle can be the problem. But it's fine as long as you have only slightly larger than average size hands.

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

@@undercoverasiant696 Pretty sure Shaq has humongous hands

Context for my question: I'm looking for a knife (or two knives) that I can have in my 'Go kit'. I have a few priorities for my criteria: (1) It must compliment my Hatchet in some way. I have a Fiskars 14" X7 hatchet. (2) 1 of the knives must be for bush-crafting / be able to do most general purpose food tasks, 1 knife must be for survival. (3) Fixed-blades only. (4) IF POSSIBLE, 1 knife that can do it all. I've been looking at the Garberg and the Kansbol (both Morakniv), but I would really like to know my other options out there. I'm good about keeping my tools sharp. Question: Based on the context above, what would be the best knife to look for that would compliment my hatchet?

I have seen a couple of button locks that have caught my attention, but I use a knife in a pinch grip probably over 90% of the time. Looks to me like it would be easy to accidentally disengage the lock with this grip, should I avoid a button lock, or am I worried about nothing?

@slywolfe

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Hmm that's interesting. That is a valid concern and something I never considered. I don't think you'd have a problem with the Spyderco Smock (not technically a button lock but close), the Protech Malibu or the Maxace Babylon. Those are the ones I personally have, but I'm sure some others would give you trouble. Then again, depends on your hands really

@jjabberjaw8822

Жыл бұрын

I haven't had an issue with that, but I've heard that concern come up before. In my, admittedly limited, experience, most button locks have at least a bit of button stick. That seems especially true of the less expensive button locks. That can be a bit irritating, but it isn't a problem in use and it means that you have to give the button a deliberate press to unlock. If you're interested and willing to spend the money, I'd suggest trying a budget button lock. I've enjoyed my Civivi Cogent, buy im sure most of the more affordable Civivi and Kizer models would work.

Hey DCA I’ve seen other knifecenter videos where you talk about knife steel and there seems to be several “mid tier stainless” steels that don’t seem to get mentioned. These include Niolox, N690, Sleipner, 154cm, Nitro-V, Aus-10, and possibly some others. I’m just wondering how each steel performs and some strengths/weaknesses to each? Thanks!

Hi DCA (and everyone in the comments), any advice on sharpening chisel ground blades? I have a cold steel urban edge and I can never get it to be as sharp as I want it.

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

If it cuts then its sharp enough. Chisel ground edges will pysch you out because when you run a finger across them they don't feel sharp even though they'll slice just fine. Just make sure you lightly strop the back side to remove the burr

Hi DCA, Seth and team! :) Greetings from Czech Republic. I do have a question for you. Iam curently looking for a fixed companion to help me around camp. It should have a blade around 4 inch, mostly for food prep but it should not be affraid to do some light fire prep work. Kydex is a plus. My favourite for now is Revo RJ1 Journey. Can you recommed me some alternatives around the same price range? Thanks!

Hey DCA I am looking for a new EDC. As a knight I will need it to slay dragons and trolls but I would like it to still look classy for the princesses being rescued. Effective but gentlemen like. Thanks!

@Ericstraordinary

Жыл бұрын

Rike Hummingbird.

No machete conversation is complete without bringing in the kukri. So versatile for a large blade

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Been looking to add a kukri or two to the collection, any favorites you'd recommend?

I saw at Rural King the other day, something that looked a lot like that "slant tip" that they had labelled as a "Corn Knife" which i thought was an interesting designation. i live in southern ohio, so, corn belt, which may lend itself to the name, but interesting nonetheless. Thanks for your insights!

David, great video. Looking back I see videos where you suggest freehand sharpening. Is that still your "go to" method or do you recommend one of the guided sharpening systems? Thanks.

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

I tend to freehand my larger and fixed blades. Smaller (and higher value) knives I go with a guided system.

@knifecenter

Жыл бұрын

In one form or another, I'm all freehand these days. The guided systems work great and are super consistent, but this system works for me. Smaller knives I'm pretty much exclusively strop augmented with wet-dry sandpaper for more aggressive sharpening. For big knives (anything machete-sized or bigger) and in cases where I need to reprofile an edge or remove big chips (happens to machetes on occasion), then I use my knife grinder with 2"-wide abrasive belts, then it gets its first strop with a leather belt loaded with green compound running on the grinder. I use this to create a convex edge which plays especially nicely with my hand strops for subsequent sharpenings. The only thing close to "guided" that I use these days is my trusty Spyderco Sharpmaker. I only really use this on our steak knives anymore or a cheap kitchen knife, but my higher end kitchen knives all get done with my stropping system. Cheers! -DCA

@StevePilgrim2013

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@@knifecenter David, thanks so much for such a thorough reply. I appreciate the details. Also, thanks for keeping the high quality of your videos so consistent!

Hey DCA. Would you recommend using a wax or wax-like product for long term storage of high carbon / non stainless blades? Even properly kept I sometimes run into oxidation issues .What are some options on the market. Ps. Every damaged fingernail has a great story..............what's yours ?

Love that boar spear!

Hey, DCA. How do you sharpen that Makara? I recently tried to sharpen a friend’s Condor Golok that had a lot of chips in the edge. I did a fairly good job rocking my KME stones along the edge but I think I could have done better. Thanks!

@knifecenter

Жыл бұрын

For stuff that big, electricity is your friend. Right now I use my knife grinder but before I owned that, the Ken Onion Work Sharp with the Blade Grinding Attachment makes it a really easy job -DCA

Hey DCA and Seth! I have a been looking at your classic opinel, but I also see the old bear knives? Any big difference between the two besides price? Keep up the great content !

@knifecenter

Жыл бұрын

The lock on the Old Bears are nicer than the Opies, the edges and grinds on the Opinels are nicer than the OBs -DCA

Hi Sir, What are.your thoughts on standoffs versus closed back construction for every day carry? I have concerns about open backs and pocket debris like coins or keys getting into the mechanism, what do you think? Thanks, Take care, Graham.

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

People say that open backs are easier to clean but a Q-tip will clean out either style in the exact same amount of time. So if you tend to keep other loose metal objects in your knife pocket I would definitely recommend a closed back design like the Benchmade 940.

DCA, I’ve found myself needing a cane for daily living. Can you showcase some of the self defense options?

Hey I would like to see your best giant folding blades.... thank you

The Makara made me think of the Redguards of the Elder Scrolls…Curved swords? 😂

THANK YOU 👣🌲🌲🌲

been searching around knife center website. looking for a knife with thumbstuds, liner lock, washers not bearings, 4 inch handle and s35vn. also under 100 dollars. ps I do like the boker urban trapper design. suggestions?

@arrowheadguys7637

Жыл бұрын

Kizer Sliver $80, QSP Hawk $105 and Artisan Sirius $130 look like your best options.

I see DCA recommend the Spyderco Delica often. It got me thinking, I wonder what his "most recommended" knife has been over the years.

Greetings KC guys, I noticed the last time you did an OTF overview, the BM Shootout wasnt around yet, and now its turning heads like crazy. Would you mind do some side by side OTF comparrisons to the Shootout plesse, I am most curious to see the SOG Pentagon OTF in the comparrisons.

@knifecenter

Жыл бұрын

We're still waiting for them to come back into stock -DCA