On a Budget? The Best Steels for the Best Price | Knife Banter S2 (Ep 31)
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Jamie and Kurt talk about some affordable knives you can get in each steel category. Get your next knife here: bit.ly/3cMlKcI
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Knives in order of appearance:
0:00 Intro
0:55 Kershaw 3/4 Ton: bit.ly/2zJcDuJ
2:20 CRKT Squid: bit.ly/3cCz3wp
3:12 QSP Penguin: bit.ly/3cClIUK
4:30 Ontario RAT Model 2: bit.ly/3czZxyx
6:02 Lion Mah Xenobit: bit.ly/3cMMR7T
7:10 Cold Steel Code-4: bit.ly/2zDFQaA
9:23 Kershaw Link: bit.ly/2y9HBMq
10:40 GiantMouse Iona: bit.ly/364U3cB
12:30 Sypderco Native 5: bit.ly/3cA8Dvt
14:15 Spyderco Manix 2: bit.ly/3bExPPP
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I found the blade hq channel when the pandemic started and I’ve already bought 3 knifes haha
@treevlogs947
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah same but I only bought 2
@chimpmunkboy8850
3 жыл бұрын
Yes me too. 4 and counting
@hunterm9
3 жыл бұрын
I'm at four, started just over a month ago....help I'm here for something super cheap so I can justify it 😂
@chrispycream7748
3 жыл бұрын
Bro same I’m at 7 right now.... it’s BADDD
@spencerdub_4979
3 жыл бұрын
Any recomendations
Thank you guys for doing a video for us budget folks! I have the Kershaw Link in both M390, the OD 20CV version, as well as the Bareknuckle in 20CV and they are the best! The S35VN Code is amazing too! Please keep doing BHQ exclusives like this PLEASE! Civivi is my FAVE budget brand, and QSP really intrigues me!
I just bought three knifes in one day. I officially have a problem and I’m down a lot of money.
@justadudeintheworldman.120
4 жыл бұрын
Dude no joke, every time I watch knife videos I’m like ooohhhh I need one of those and then I stare at my table with 10 knives on it
@christianoman68
4 жыл бұрын
I've bought 3 knives and 2 multi tools in the last month, I have issues as well
@dutch3000
4 жыл бұрын
We all need help. Someone‘s gotta stop us.
@J.Young808
4 жыл бұрын
I made back to back purchases within the same day after watching 2 different videos. I’m now broke again
@hb6747
4 жыл бұрын
nah you good. I've made 3 orders of 3+ knives in the last 2 weeks 😅
Kurt... your blue 💙 finger🤣... You went from black to Ben Blue ...
I want Kurt on the left
@sergiogarcia9714
4 жыл бұрын
He was ment to be there it's only right
@Wolf22001
4 жыл бұрын
Kurt belongs on the left, end the chaos haha
@TJ-gy7qr
4 жыл бұрын
jeff deathrage ?
@D1ppys
4 жыл бұрын
@@TJ-gy7qr did you just use your finger To cover the screen
@arthurmernard5879
3 жыл бұрын
Same
I've had a 3/4 ton for a few years, now. I willingly throw it at task around the house. Boxes, weed roots below ground level or against bricks/concrete. It sharpens up as quickly as I dull it. Fearless.
Just recieved my Civivi Asticus an totality love it, talk about a fantastic edc, its large in lenth, got killer blade to handle ratio, its then, tip up right or left, light an a crazy smooth flipper, with frame lock, also extremely light, at any size. To me they hit this one out of the park! Home run baby, oh an it falls shut with out any tuning,an of course perfect centering! Wow
Ive carried a Rat 2 every day for about a year now, and I absolutely recommend it to everyone looking for a great knife for around 40 bucks. Honestly, even if you have a budget of up to 60 bucks or so, I'd still suggest you get a Rat 2 and save the 20 dollars. I use it at least once a day at work, and mine has the black paint chipping off the blade. The edge however is still good, the action is as smooth as out of the box, and I've seen no misalignment or warp.
Perfect way to take a break in quarantine! love the videos, and keep up the good work!
@BladeHQ
4 жыл бұрын
👊
Gotta love the rat 1 guys, I carried it for about two years straight and it’s a beast hands down.
Ontario RAT I and II in D2 are probably the best bang for the buck deals!
@D1ppys
4 жыл бұрын
Just bought one
I also got the Lekku and I love it. I haven't gotten to actually use it yet but it feels so amazing in hand. I added a 550 lanyard to it because I struggle with how deep the knife sits in the sheath, but that is because this is my first fixed blade that sits so low. Can't wait to get out their and use my new Lekku.
Watching you guys with my kershaw skyline blade HQ exclusive in my hand awesome
The insert of chain hang low made my day
I love my Cold Steel Code 4 in the Tanto version. It came so sharp, and the Cold Steel Tanto shape is great.
Great Banter!!! Learned a few things. Keep it up guys. Nothin but love!
QSP Penguin is fantastic. Have the blue jean micarta version in my pocket right now.
Thank you bladehq, y’all keeping us sane during the quarantine ✌️✌️✌️
I just bought the new Kershaw Lucha balisong! 😀 I'm head over heels in love with this knife! 🤤😍
@BladeHQ
4 жыл бұрын
Noice!
The qsp Penguin is ultra dope I got the blue micarta one lol they r awesome
always love seeing the best content first
I have the XHP Code 4 and it is a fantastic knife. Big knife and carries super easy. And if you let it sit half open for a few days, mine now flips pretty well.
The QSP Penguin was the first knife I've paused a video for, made a BladeHQ account and BOUGHT right away. I can't wait for it!
I got an MXG deep-pocket clip for my Ontario R2D2. Now it's perfect.
Great video! Thanks guys!
I'm looking into getting a rat 1 in d2 steel. I've seen so many great things about this and this video has helped me make my decision. Thanks
@kydd666
4 жыл бұрын
I've got big hands so i went with the rat 1, it's the first and only D2 knife i've owned and it's amazing. Wicked sharp and easy to maintain with a few passes on a ceramic rod (i used my spyderco sharpmaker). In my country it cost me just shy of $80 but it was more than worth every penny of for me
Ben in the intro!!! Feel like I haven't seen that in a while. Love it
@BladeHQ
4 жыл бұрын
That's been the same intro for all of season 2. 🤣 I'm glad you're stoked though.
@ChromeAzome
4 жыл бұрын
@@BladeHQ welp I guess that's what happens when I binge bladehq videos. Lose track of things
Have been EDC an r2d2 in black oxide on the farm for a year now. The r2 is holding up well, slightly off center. The d2 gets crazy sharp and holds up pretty well, but tends to surface rust on the edge and chips a bit. Sharpening takes care of both.
Well done guys; great presentation!
Cold Steel for life!!!. I bought tha snaggle tooth kit for the code 4 this week. Works good. Never leave home with out one.
I've had the GM Ace Iona for nearly a year now, it's been a true pocket pal since the day I got it. It's been 11 months and I'm just now getting back into knife rotation....but my GM is always close by.
I have been crushing on the Spyderco lil native lately it’s like the shaman had a little son and they weight lift together
You guys defiantly need to do these more! A lot of us don’t have hundreds to drop on a knife even though we want to! Trust me if I had the money I would get in trouble with the amount I would spend.
I just ordered a qsp penguin like 3 days ago lol. Looks nice.
Omg.. the memes... I literally laugh out loud all the time!. Tippy Top... 🤣🤣🤣🤣 I laughed a new ab muscle on that one. Q
@jakesip6765
4 жыл бұрын
Everytime he said "tippy top" it got 10 times more funny. 😂😂😂
@kcrad1521
4 жыл бұрын
@@jakesip6765 YES!!!!!🤣🤣🤣
Just the vid I was looking for!!!
Never had a code 4 but the recon has 4" of s35vn coning in just under a $100. Great in my opinion
Love the Cold Steel Code 4 and the Ontario Rat 1 or 2. 👍
Aw Jamie I love when you’re on screen!
Hey guys, I haven't watched the whole video yet, but just wanted to make a point that I've never seen anyone take a drink on any Blade HQ video. You have to get thirsty or clear your throat at some point so don't be shy to have some water or coffee or something. It wouldn't bother anyone. 😉
@hb6747
4 жыл бұрын
it sounds weird on a microphone, i imagine thats why they don't
Cold steel needs deep carry clips. That code 4 is sweet except the stupid clip.
@Mikey-ym6ok
4 жыл бұрын
For real. It’s so tiny..
Great videos great info thanks
That jibbs clip took me over the edge. I love the editing on this channel!
I have several nice flipper/folders, s35vn, m390, etc. What do I love and use? Dang old RAT 1 in D2
Jamie's speach is a pleasure to listen to, this guy is wicked smart! Curt on the other hand 😂
@JACathcart5181
4 жыл бұрын
Awww, heck no! Jamie's got the chops for sure, but Kurt is the MAN.
The Code 4 is such a great knife!!
@BladeHQ
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@sircassie891
3 жыл бұрын
My favorite knife
I for sure thought I’d see the SIG terminus XR in the S35vn. I’ve heard great things and it’s only like $60 or less
For the kershaw link I have the m390 blade one! Thanks guys!
I got the cold steel code 4 and it is my favorite knife
Have me sold on that qsp penguin. So much so I just picked up 2. Could make up my mind on color so I got the green and blue jean micarta. Cant wait! Thnks guys.
@moneymark7660
4 жыл бұрын
is it a flipper or a thumb stud only? thats make or break for me
Great video! How about one about EDC knives for left handed people? I found the mini griptilian to be a great one, and that probably applies to any Benchmade with axis lock. I recently learned about the James Bran Carter which seems to have a similar lock. Then there's left-handed versions of some cool knives with frame lock like the Kizer Sheepdog XL, but couldn't find any on the smaller EDC side like the Sheepdog mini or the Pilar. What else is out there? I'd really love an episode about this!
As far as what they were saying about the Ontario Rat 2, I agree 100%. I have had the AUS-8 and D2 versions and they both performed unbelievably. As far as bang for the buck, it's really, really hard to be the Rat 2.
Could you guys do a video on the best edc's for certain states? I saw the "favorites in each state" video but I was wondering if you guys could do a video for the best edc's legal in places like washington (esp. Vancouver!) and Oregon, as well as other, more strict places you know? Just an idea but it would really help myself as well as (I'm sure) other people wondering what they can carry in their areas as well as the best options for them. Thank you! Stay safe guys!
That QSP Hawk I was waiting for BHQ to get went into stock and back out of stock in like a friggin blink.
Love y’all guys I’m 13 years old and I own a spyderco para 3
@joshglover2370
4 жыл бұрын
Nice! 😀👍 I love Spyderco! I have their Endura 4, and I freaking love it! 😍
@BladeHQ
4 жыл бұрын
Classic!
@cameronkimble6035
4 жыл бұрын
You’re starting out better than every other 13 year old I know!
@kcrad1521
4 жыл бұрын
YOU have AMAZING taste in knives!! Keep it up !!
@keagannutt9599
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks also have spyderco lil native and benchmade mini grip in 20 cv
Do you guys know when you'll get anymore of the composite n690 kershaw dividend?
I just got a Boker mini Klash auto, brand new after a couple days of just open and closing, the spring tightened itself up to a point it wouldn’t open on its own. Is this a common issue if so how can I fix it?
Thanks guys
Good to see ya, Kurt! 😎
Is it just me or does anyone else hate every single “lightweight” knife spyderco has?? Personally I’d MUCH rather just have the g10 over FRN
@survinenathan
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed. They feel like trash
@jb7707
4 жыл бұрын
I disagree. I have a LW Native 5 and para 3. I've owned both but I much prefer them to the g10 versions.
@khylemcmahon1712
4 жыл бұрын
I have the MAXAMET manix 2 (lightweight) and a G10 manix 2, i prefer the lightweight version in the pocket for my EDC.
@justadudeintheworldman.120
4 жыл бұрын
I haven’t bought a spyderco for this very reason. I like the spydie hole & all that but I prefer my knives & watches to have some weight to them.
@jamesloerzel4377
3 жыл бұрын
I had to buy the para 3, that para 3 Lt... Just felt cheap in my hand
YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm at work... good time for lunch break!! HI Jamie and Kurt!! May your every day be like a "Bro Hug" lol🤣🤣
@BladeHQ
4 жыл бұрын
👋👋👋
I’d like to add the Bear OPS Rancor 2 flipper. S30V steel, made in the US and $49
I would like to see a version of this episode with fixed blades.
I'll happily continue to carry my folding Gerber Gator 154CM. Not in to all the flat slabs.
LA Police Gear sells a really nice s35vn folder for $40. Best budget knife to steel ratio, IMO.
Do a buck 120 review love y’all thanks for all the hard work
Crkt squid still my favorite daily next to Kershaw leek
i think u guys should have done a 154cm/cpm 154 section. hogue and kershaw launch. even some tops knives use it
That Native 5 looks great. I don’t own anything by Spyderco, but I think they are the next company I’m going to buy from.
I really like the Squid, small but perfect for small items and certainly doesn’t scare anyone lol I love my RAT 1&2 absolute stout, tough, Legendary status that I’ve beat the hell out of them and they don’t blink. AND FH series Ganzo’s best bang for the buck. Everyone I know has at least one and they Love them. Those are great models you included and I think I want them all lolol ✌🏻
I like the Cold steel code-4 knife
Delica/endura lightweights are going to be in K390 soon so there's that 😉
I like the Schrade 303M instead of the Squid. It's an older model but it's really great, 9Cr18Mov, 59-60 HRC, titanium handle. It's not part of your presentation but I think it's a great knife for 20-25 dollars.
Kilimanjaro brings a nice knife to the market for a cheap price. I have several and love them for a cheap knife.
Thats a Mechanics knife. Which I am.. I' have the Snap-On version, blk and red scales and different shape, had it for a long time. Still a favorite of my best knifes..
Can you please macke a video about the cold steel luzon XL?
I want a Squid, but I'm waiting for the Natural G-10 D2 one to reappear!
Kershaw link 20cv 85$ on Amazon. Spyderco endurance 4 k390 140$. Spyderco resilience s35vn 115$. Those are the top 3 best knives for a good price I can think of. The Kershaw will be my next purchase then I plan on getting a k390 Spyderco endura after that. I'm carrying a cheap but good gamzo fh91 in d2 right now and it's only 26$ on Amazon. Highly recommend it for a damn good real budget knife.
All this means nothing to me in South Africa. I can only watch with envy. Have a number of USA knives dating back to near 30 years. Most knives on Amazon are not available to me here. Last knife I purchased from Amazon got cancelled on way here and lost my shipping cost. Due to current situation I will not purchase Chinese made. Now purchase Spanish (Muela) and Nordic (Marttiini and Mora) made which I also enjoy.
What about the delica and endura in zdp189. Those are real great knives with a amazing steel that is the closest to rivaling maxamet there is
For the love of all that’s holy can we please get some Ham Hands custom t shirts. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🥇🥇
You should make a video on “Christmas-ham approved” EDC knives. I have XL sized hands and would love to know what fits Curt’s hands.
Crazy high end steel, plastic handle.🤔 Take my money Lynn Thomspon!
Got a QSP coming in the mail.
You guys at bladeHQ always talk about your bikes. Can you do a video with your motorcycles and what knifes you ride with?
@BladeHQ It would be really awesome if the website would add a new filter called "Steel Quality" that would group up all of the seemingly endless types of blade steels into the 4 groups on your steel comparison page = Budget, Mid-Range, High-End, Premium. It would make my dream-browsing more efficient :-)
I have a QSP Pelican and it's a great knife, it's like a poor man's 0562
Very cool.
That iona. From giant mouse is home run for me too .You missed the G.m.Clyde with ELMAX
That intro was fire
I have the kerchal 3/4 ton
Hey coldsteel...code 4 with axis style or liner lock. Do it!
Even Advanced Knife Bro noticed that Cold Steel can offer 3-4 inches of S35vn at or under $100. Cold Steel has DOMINATED that corner.👍
The link is a very hot knive.on my list.good job kershaw.
Now that's a tippy top video
#ShoutOutTo 8cr13mov 🤣🤣 2 of my favorites are 14c28n and 154cm. Great vid guys!!
When will the Sog terminas xr in all black get back in stock?
Is that a Full Throttle behind Kurt? Beast of a bow!
The Kershaw 3/4 is sweet. :D
Shipping to Denmark ? That Qsp Penguin is lookin` good :-)