I happen to enjoy the shorts. If some trolls don’t like them, they can just skip them. No harm done. Keep up the good work guys, it is truly appreciated by many! Well done!
Well, most of your customers only buy your knives to slice paper and shave the hair on their arms, soooooooo...it's a tie. Scissors for paper cutting and knife for arm shaving.
Regarding the question on scissors: Every kind of tool has its own specialized purpose and use. Scissors are best for precision cuts, and for when you’re trying to cut thin and lightweight material that you don’t want shifting around. I used to be a gardener/groundskeeper, and I would frequently trim dead portions of leaves off with scissors to keep them looking greener. A knife would tear up the healthy leaf cells.
It seems like a lot of knife people don't like using scissors out of some weird sense of pride and they are excellent for specific tasks and can be far safer. I love using my knives, but there is a nice feeling when your scissors hit that sweet spot and glide through a sheet of paper.
I carry Leatherman Raptors everyday. It helps when opening certain things. People are scared of knives but not scared of scissors. So if you whip out a pair of scissors and start going to town on some theft resistant packaging people are a lot less likely to get upset than if you were to go Jedi on the same packaging with a knife.
Company rules say I can't have a knife at work, which got me fired from a previous job, so I carry Miltex medical scissors instead. Most I have to cut is stapping on bundled boxes or plastic-wrapped parts bins.
how do you carry? clipped front pocket/back pocket/sheath? I've seen them but seemed too bulky along with all my other gear unless replace my multitool
I actually use gardening shears for cutting small game birds for spatchcocking. Also you can cut up the drumsticks with gardening shears which you can’t do with regular kitchen scissors.
From what I understand, SK5 actually falls between 1075 and 1095 with the closest comparison being 1084 carbon, which is a favorite of knife makers because its dependable, easy to heat treat, and easy to machine. I really like how it performs, and I think its super high value in knives like SRK and Ka-bar HD Warthog. it has started sneaking its way into higher priced blades, and I hope that doesn't become a trend.
Hi David (& Seth), My first question was answered brilliantly, so here I go again! Hope you can help me out with another one similar to my 1st question: I'm looking for a folding knife, with the following features: 1) Flipper (that becomes a "guard") 2) Axis or Similar Cross-Bar Lock (**MUST** be bank-vault, bomb-proof strong) 3) Thumb Hole, either oval or round, doesn't matter, but **MUST** have it... 4) About 3" or more Blade Length 5) Pointy, not Wharncliffe, but needs some belly. 6) Optional, but would be game-winning: Full Flat Grind, finger choil, assist or bearings in the pivot and Deep Carry Pocket Clip 7) See if you can recommend me a budget and a premium version each. Thanks so much!
Back in the 1970's I dropped by Bill Bagwell's shop in Texas. He was building me a bowie. We discussed a possible sheers, scissors, which could be also used as two knives. The idea was great but the design impossible to achieve. But what a great idea. PS, I still have that bowie, and is my one prized possesion. Will pass it on to my son-n-law.
Seems doable but both knives would have to be chisel-ground like old school Emerson or some of those fancy $$$ chef's knives, if you grind them on both sides the edges won't meet. There an old Soviet bayonet that has a hole near the tip to convert it and it's sheath into a hinging wire cutter type device to cut fences and whatnot too...
Artist's Knife - What knife would you recommend for a painter's studio? Common tasks are opening packages and utility tasks like trimming paper or canvas. Aesthetics are a big plus... Beautiful wood handle etc.
Sk-85 or sk-5 is a chinese high carbon, non-stainless steel that IS equivalent to american 1095, i happen to own a "budget" cold steel recon tanto ( 7in blade 4 3/4 handle in kydex) made of sk-5 and its a work horse, edge retention could be better but its tough as hell and easy enough to get the edge back, but ive chopped down 4in thick black oak with it, other then blunting the edge it took no real damage, and the great thing is the cold steel recon tanto in sk-5 comes in at under $50 and really is the budget version of the recon series
Howdy David as a very long time watcher and rarely comment....I must say everything you said about scissors was and couldn't be more true and accurate!!!! Very well done...I thought I wasthe only one who uses them regularly in the kitchen....I do cook alot and most importantly......absolutely cast iron !! For the win...I actually collect cast iron pans!!! Great episode
I carry a leatherman micra on my keyring that has been my go to scissors for the last 10 years. That in combination with a good sub 3 inch folder and a full size multitool or swiss army knife covers practically every situation that comes my way.
Interesting take on tactical vs combat I would say the karambit is more combat as it primary purpose is self defense. The lmf is more tactical it's like survival but with a hint of combat added. But, it really just comes down to how some one interrupts it. Happy 1 year!!!
I liked the “Shorts” question/comment. I don’t mind them, but I hate that a lot of content creators are putting them out instead of longer videos. It’s all for the algorithm, getting more views and subscribers. I like how you guys still do long form videos. 👍🏾👍🏾
Combat - Knives that have been proven over the test of time through military combat use. Tactical - Cuts water jugs really cool in your back yard, shaves paper and arm hair in the most glorious of ways. Also has a glass breaker.
I think most combat knives are primarily functional knives for all kinds of use. With a stabbing point and cross-guard (that is simplified) for additional function in combat. Also, a kukri certainly has seen combat use, yet I would not classify it as a combat knife. Bowies have seen plenty of combat, but the design is primarily chose for it's utility. Tactical knives are less designed with function in mind but looks.
@@etherealicer well a kukri that’s native to its own land isn’t called a “combat knife” it’s just called a kukri and is carried by their respected military as a standard. And a Bowie was made for Bowie who kicked ass in the sandbar fight with just a regular large knife. And then went to someone with his own idea to make a fighting knife. So technically a Bowie knife is the first of its kind combat knife created for a specific intention by a specific person at the request of another specific person
Mr. Anderson, part question/part episode idea: talking about blade steel, can we get a selection of knives that are in your opinion the ideal combination of steel properties and knife specs? Sort of a visual dictionary of what all those steel numbers and letters actually mean. Your big brain knife knowledge never disappoints!
Hi DCA, would you like to do a video about actually using knives? I’m sure there are a lot of city slickers like myself who love knives, but really don’t know how to use them properly. And don’t know what to use them for, apart from opening packages or slicing an apple… Wishing you well
Man....you're video quality is on point. Love this channel..... My savings hates it.... But I love it. No luggage rack on a hearse....you know what I mean. The Tuff Lite is a must have for anyone that needs to gift a blade.
What small pocket knife would you recommend for a non-knife person (my sister) for every day use? Price isn't an issue but a handle that is easy to use for small hands with slender fingers and slim enough to carry easily in women's jeans. Relatively easy to open and close due to her occasional joint inflammation Bonus points for Pink or bright green scales. As those are her favorite colors
Scissors: for me, a must edc for work. If you need to cut cloth, paper cardboard into a specific shape, scissors. Need to safely cut a zip tie in a handful of cables, scissors. Need to cut something without disturbing it (pull or push) too much? Scissors. Leatherman raptors will cut pretty much everything, but are expensive and huge even when folded. I recommend some electrician scissors: klein 9 are excellent for edc. Engineer PH5 are also great, but a tad bigger. Gerber Neat freak stainless are OK too, but the addition of the bottle opener is definitely detrimental to its safe use. As far as scissors on multitools, victorinox is still king, by far.
Thanks to my Swiss Champ I have EDCed since I bought it new in 1986, I always have a knife and scissors...and two saw...and 4 screw drivers...and pliers...and a magnifying glass...and tweezers...and a ballpoint pen...and a can opener...and a bottle opener...and more.
I see combat & tactical & self defence as different categories. Agree with definition re. combat knives - rugged, hard-use, multi-purpose knives used in the field with constant use (eg. Gerber LMF!). I see tactical more of a support/ancillary tool for first responders & entry teams - not too big, rapid deployment, cut/stab focus (to help entry etc.), used as required. Probably splitting hairs but hey. As for self-defence this is all about rapid deployment and rapid damage. Thanks again DCA.
What do chisel ground knives excel at and under what circumstances would you want to use a chisel ground knife over a standard grind? Additionally, when sharpening a chisel ground knife, how do you effectively remove the burr formed since you are only sharpening one side? Thanks
Good scissors are a must in the garage. Cutting heavy duty fabric, gasket material, small wires, and making templates for metal work, rubber spacers. There is no replacement for heavy duty scissors. I have plenty of very sharp knives, but when cutting things you can't put on a cutting board or workbench, anything hanging under a dash, scissors are the way to go.
+1 on the shorts as long as you keep em nice and light. An idea I had was how about eulogy type vids for beloved knives that have been discounted. Oh beloved kershaw skyline I knew you well, your broken clip and well worn scales tell the stories of our illustrious battles
How about a primer about blade shapes and their intended uses. Trailing point, sheep’s foot, hawkbill, clip point, etc. What is each best at, and what are they not so great for?
Hello. Thank you for your oppinion. I have a different imagination what a tactical knive is for me. I think for me its definitly a more universal tool like a Leatherman MUT. I think a good age for kids to get in knives is with eating. At some point they need a knive to eat. Its important to me that a kid see a knive as a tool.
hey DCA, im after a modern traditional folder with a roundish tip or sheepsfoot style blade, needs pocket clip and some fidget factor. 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
I edc a pair of paramedics shears, they cut dirty, abrasive materials (ie mortar bags, membranes), banding and thin metal. I can get about 2 years out of them before they dull enough that they need to be sharpened or retired
It is rather difficult to trim one's fingernails with a knife, but in a pinch the scissors on my Wenger mini Swiss Army knife do a fine job. The same thing with cutting fine wires. Both have specialized tool for those purposes, but small scissors do the job whereas a knife blade won't. BTW, the Wenger Swiss Army Knives, especially the scissors, are better than the Victorinox. It is a shame that Victorinox bought Wenger to shut them down instead of the other way around.
12:01 as a note, I appreciate all the informaton you're so kind to share and if I would not, then I'd swap to something else on CZcams, but I wouldn't complain about it... btw thanks for these videos DCA!
Tactical vs Combat, that was a tough one David. Best way to tackle this is by going over the words Combat and Tactical. Combat is a fight between two parties, where as, tactical comes from tactic which means ordered or arranged. A combat knife is one preferably/exclusively used to fight. Therefore, concealment may not be necessary, hence a straight knife, and both grip and length need to accommodate different environmental elements while giving the user a distance from the opposing party. On the other hand, tactical is a knife used to meet a specific or arranged function. In conclusion, a combat knife may fall under the tactical category but normally tactical refers to a knife any other than a combat knife. From a humble admirer of your reviews. 🤗🙌🏼✊🏼
You're triggering my inner knife-nerd lol. Combat doesn't mean 2 people, if you're in a 1000 person battle, you're in combat and a battlefield is a combat zone. 'Tactical' could mean anything but in knives, it means weapon. Like a dagger is a tactical knife but not a combat knife because it's just designed for violence as opposed to a combat knife like the Ka-Bar, which is both a weapon and a general cutting tool. Like he said, a combat knife is a tactical knife but a tactical knife may or may not be a combat knife. Then there's the even more confusing sub-category of tactical knives called a 'fighting knife' or 'fighter' which to my understanding should ideally be lightweight and have it's 'balance' or heaviest point somewhere towards the rear or handle so that the blade moves quickly in a fight (because your hand is it's center of gravity so it's almost effortless to lash out with it) but there's a lot of disagreement on that, many knives call themselves that without having those features.
@@johnnyshanksalot8358 You’re triggering my inner word-nerd. While combat may not necessarily be limited to TWO individuals, the word is still referring to conflict which involves the use of violent force between people or persons. Also, there’s defensive combat and there’s violent combat. When you take away someone’s freedom you are being violent towards them and they now have the right to defend themselves. Nothing is designed for violence while many things could be used for such evil acts. Lastly and to be clear, comment was made to enhance the programming and I’m glad it’s peaked your inner knife-nerd. 🤗
@@freddierodriguez3036 The meaning of words differs depending on their context, a combat engineer for instance, doesn't mean someone who draws blueprints only while actively fighting ninjas lol, they largely make and design bridges so that soldiers can cross rivers or engineer the controlled demolition of obstacles and other stuff along those lines. A combat medic is another example that lines up with 'combat knife', they have the capability to fight but in theory their job is mostly to be a battlefield doctor not to throw medical supplies and syringes at the enemy :P Violence doesn't mean bad, it can be justifiable violence like self defense or unjustifiable violence like attacking an innocent person. Is English a 2nd language here? I don't get it. A dagger is not a tool, it's a weapon. Could you open your mail with it? Sure but that's not what it's designed for, it's designed to stab and always has been since the bronze age. There are no 'utility' daggers, that's not a thing. There are letter openers that look like daggers and usually aren't even made of steel but those are novelty items, you don't need a 'tool' to open mail, they're for fun.
@@johnnyshanksalot8358 these messages are too long. I’ll only address the first part. A combat engineer is an engineer whose primary task is to support those who are or will be in combat. Much like a combat knife designer refers to a designer who designs knives to be used in combat. This person must put him/her self in a situation of combat to think of ways the knife will give its user an edge (punt intended) over their opponents. And lastly, just because it’s very important to address, violence is to cause harm or take by force from another person against their will. For example, boxers in match are not being violent against each other because their choose to do so. And ok, lastly I’ll address the dagger. A dagger while designed to be used to inflict bodily harm or physical damage can also be used as a piece of art. All of this said, who decides if a knife is a tool or a weapon is it’s handler not us.
@@freddierodriguez3036 Take your own description of the combat engineer and apply it to the knife. Whether or not you agree that's what the terms mean when people say them. A fight on the street is violence even if both parties consent. Boxers get harmed all the time, 1 just died here. Literally any object can be a piece of art. Someone's a contrarian :P
Keep up with the shorts. I hate tiktok, your shorts are nothing like TikTok. Yes tons of shorts are like TikTok. But if somebody doesn't want to see them... Wait for it... They can NOT watch them if they don't want. I Love knife center! Keep it up y'all
My dad gave me my first pocket knife when I was 6 (I'm a female) because I thought they were cool. I've never stabbed anyone or cut myself with any of my knives and I am in my mid 50s now.
Question: I would like to buy an edc knife secure enough not to open accidentally in a pocket (or that the children won't hurt themselves when their dad has stupidly once again left the toolbox lying around open somewhere). I know that Kershaw Leek has a tip lock slider but are there other more robust knife choices with the same or other lock mecanisms? Price range would be around 50-150. Thanks for your channel. Really helpful and entertaining!
a combat knife nowadays is a tactical knife with focus on purpose, that purpose being close quarters melee combat , and since melee combat is so rare today, combat knives are often a thing of the past, "something like arnold's knife in Commando" is a big, cumbersome bladed weapon that will never be used in actual combat as a weapon, but as a tool...
Mr. Anderson Sir - I have an appropriate knife solution for your SLTAHs descriptor! Is your preferred Opinel an 08, 09 or 10 ? I hear a call for a KnifeCenter subscriber lottery!
Sk85 is an Analog of American industry standard (AISI) W-108, a water hardening tool steel. A fairly Simple Carbon Steel. Carbon 0.80-0.90 % Chromium 0.00-0.30 % Manganese 0.10-0.50 % Then trace amounts of phosphorus, silicon, copper, sulfur, nickel
Hey DCA, quick question that I can't find a solid answer for: Are you suppose to oil a knife that's coated? & also: would you recommend carrying regular corrosive-possible steels in a very hot & humid, sometimes-wet work environment with the proper care? Would it be enough & what is the best oil for that type of environment? I want to rotate through all the knives I have that I love but with those conditions I usually carry H1 Spyderco knives that I don't too much fancy.
I'm the budget guy the oil I use is 3 in 1 oil just the generic stuff if your going to get you knife wet coat the exposed edge a day before your trip. Clean before you go with a dry cloth. I've had no problems so far. Keep in mind if your cutting food don't use 3in1.
Well, thank you for the tip. I recently got a CRKT Siwi & they oiled it with something that has stuck on it through the weather (not that it's gotten very wet.) Currently, I'm using tsubaki oil & haven't had any issues but it's hard to tell when I need to re-oil my knives because I can't see when it's uncoated in oil (because I wipe the excess.) Liked what they put on the Siwi but I suspect it's not food safe either.
I've had great success using liquid coconut oil. (It doesn't go solid like normal coconut oil). Yes, wipe it on coated and non-coated blades. Just a couple drops , wipe on / wipe off , leaves a very fine film virtually unnoticeable but protective. Food safe, and makes the blade slide in/out from sheaf nice and smooth. Wipe it on your sharpening steel, perfect. And a big thing for me on blade care, is store the knife out of the sheaf when not in use. And make sure the sheaf drys out . Pro-tip ; if you need to remove "rust peppering" from a nice blade, make a paste using Bi-carb Soda and the liquid coconut oil. Use a dry soft cotton cloth with the paste to clean and polish the blade. (Good for cleaning / polishing cooking pots aswell).
How about a show on key ring knives or small knives that could fit a key ring? That Kershaw 1190 Sliding Button Lock OTF Knife 1.9" could be a key ring knife as well for $32? I have the Boker Plus CLB Keycom 1 1/2" blade for less than $24.
DCA, you had those cool scissors, I see they had a bottle opener, and a cap loosener , but what the heck is the two nubs sticking out of the rear of the finger holes for????, And by the way love the shorts
Hi DCA. I love my Condor Mini Duku. When I talk about it to my friends, I'm never sure on how to describe it: big knife? Small machete? Chopper? Where is the limit between those categories? Greetings
Hey DCA, I NEED HELP!!! I am getting into knives and the first high end knife that I bought is the Spyderco Advocate with the M4 blade, which is not so good vs corrosion, I always put WD-40 to prevent corrosion but it stills rust a little bit, so I have 2 questions. How to take off the little particles of corrosion without scratching the blade and what is the best type of oil to use to avoid corrosion. Thank you!
Hey DCA here's a fun one. What's the best knife and pen combo to balance a smartphone? When I wear a suit or sport coat I like to put my cell phone in the jacket but without a knife /pen combo to balance it out the phone will pull my coat to the side. And It looks sloppy
Hey David and Seth. I hate large logos on my knives! I don’t mind something small on the blade but not on the pocket clip. How are these logos applied and any ideas on how to remove them? Thanks!
Look up how to engrave a knife with a 9 volt battery. Most logos are engraved on and painted in. If you can't scrape or sandpaper out the text you'll have to engrave the engraving out.
Just a real quick question... Best blade shape to give me a super strong tip while still retaining a good belly? Farm work requires both. Thanks. Goatman.
Hey DCA what are three underrated knives that most people overlook. I have to say recently I've been using the Kizer Lieb with a short leather lanyard to get a full purchase. Super slice blade and ridonkulous action. For the main I have been using the I think its a Fox Timavo micarta M390. She's nasty! Thanks DCA.
Combat doesn’t only mean for the armed forces, in its widest definition. It just means fighting. If in the knife world it means for combat in military operations, okay, I would trust DCA… but that Karambit sure does look like it’s for combat to me. Maybe even Mortal Kombat.
Hello Mr. Andersen, I am going to buy my boy a pocket knife, but I am struggling to find the perfect knife - I want it to be tough, but lightweight, not too big, but big enough to get things done and I would like some color to the handle so it is easier to detect when left on the ground (we already lost one), I want it to be lockable, but easy to open and close, but still not prone to open by accident in the pocket. I like the Cold Steel Tuff Lite, but I read the locking button is kind of hard to press and that will probably be an issue. Would be happy to get some inspiration
When I’m out fishing i wear Fiskar scissors on my belt. I wouldn’t want them hanging out of me. Tactical ? You better believe it. You don’t look a day over 86. 😉👍🏻
I like the Tuff Lite but the lock spring was so strong that my wife could not close the knife. I had to take it apart and bend the spring so it could be closed more easily.
Hey DCA, love the series! I was wondering if you would know of any budget, non-threatening looking, detent joint (please no slipjoint) knives. I really like the look of the CJRB Ria in pakkawood, but all the knives I can find along those lines are slipjoints
Just to add to your pile of questions; I have several smaller fixed and would like to try pocket carry without a static cord. What would you recommend as far as a pocket attachment system? Note: Ulticlip is not an option for me personally.
As a chef I can tell you, don’t choose your work knife for looks. You’ll regret it. Choose something that cuts well, has good balance, and most importantly is comfortable in YOUR hand since you’ll be using it for thousands of hours.
Hello DCA! I've been interested in a Canadian belt knife or a "Grohmann". It seems to share a lot of similarities with the nessmuk style you favor. Can you help explain the differences, as well as the pros and cons of each style?
Hey DCA, I love Bowie blade shapes on folders (Mini Crooked River, XM-18 Bowie, Giant Mouse GM8, and others) but I like smaller blade (around the 3 inch mark) are there any folders out there that have a small Bowie blade that's locking?
Alright, I am going to ask something here... As to the first question in this video. Does anyone else just get tired of lending out a pocket knife? I just say no now. Someone asks if they can borrow my knife and I flat out say NO now. I got tired of people relying on me to carry a knife for them. Or having to carry a second knife on me just to lend people. Grown men that need a knife daily should carry their own. Not rely on mine. Same goes for flashlights too. They always want to use someone else's batteries. Which is why I had to go rechargeable. I don't let people "borrow" my stuff anymore. Don't get me wrong if they need something cut I might go over and cut it for them, if it is not a daily thing.
Hey DCA, I am looking for more travel-friendly slip joint knives, since a lot of countries have restrictions on locking blades with one-handed opening. I currently use a SOG Terminus (also as EDC, great knife!) or Boker Tech Tool. Any other recommendations outside of SAKs?
I really want to experience a CRK small sebenza. Asking if it’s worth the price is kind of subjective, but what other knives would you consider around the $400 price that would be similar to the sebenza?
I happen to enjoy the shorts. If some trolls don’t like them, they can just skip them. No harm done. Keep up the good work guys, it is truly appreciated by many! Well done!
Well, most of your customers only buy your knives to slice paper and shave the hair on their arms, soooooooo...it's a tie. Scissors for paper cutting and knife for arm shaving.
Man, both thighs are bald. I don’t have arm hair so I do all my testing on my legs! Starts looking weird after a while!
Lolol
Regarding the question on scissors: Every kind of tool has its own specialized purpose and use. Scissors are best for precision cuts, and for when you’re trying to cut thin and lightweight material that you don’t want shifting around.
I used to be a gardener/groundskeeper, and I would frequently trim dead portions of leaves off with scissors to keep them looking greener. A knife would tear up the healthy leaf cells.
I found a cheap pair of scissors were great for trimming my tomato plants.
I use the scissors on my SAK for cutting threads as its easier and often better than using one of the blades
It seems like a lot of knife people don't like using scissors out of some weird sense of pride and they are excellent for specific tasks and can be far safer. I love using my knives, but there is a nice feeling when your scissors hit that sweet spot and glide through a sheet of paper.
@@RicardoDixhardo NO! BIGGER KNIFE ALWAYS BETTER THAN EVERYTHING.
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Here is why I love this channel, David Is vastly knowledgeable, the way he answers viewers questions are on the dot and very informative.
I carry Leatherman Raptors everyday. It helps when opening certain things. People are scared of knives but not scared of scissors. So if you whip out a pair of scissors and start going to town on some theft resistant packaging people are a lot less likely to get upset than if you were to go Jedi on the same packaging with a knife.
Love this comment😂 I only carry some nose hair scissors but maybe I’ll change my ways. Love those raptors❤️
😂. Truth.
Company rules say I can't have a knife at work, which got me fired from a previous job, so I carry Miltex medical scissors instead. Most I have to cut is stapping on bundled boxes or plastic-wrapped parts bins.
I get what you're saying....but I don't give a rats.....what people think....most of the time I want them to know..... LoL.
how do you carry? clipped front pocket/back pocket/sheath? I've seen them but seemed too bulky along with all my other gear unless replace my multitool
The way that Thomas puts the scissors together in the close up shot is the greatest thing ever 🤣
Couldn’t just snip snip 🤘😂
In my opinion, one of the best(if not the best) CZcams channels for knife enthusiasts
I actually use gardening shears for cutting small game birds for spatchcocking. Also you can cut up the drumsticks with gardening shears which you can’t do with regular kitchen scissors.
I use the scissors on my Victorinox classic and minichamp more than any other tool on them. 👍
From what I understand, SK5 actually falls between 1075 and 1095 with the closest comparison being 1084 carbon, which is a favorite of knife makers because its dependable, easy to heat treat, and easy to machine. I really like how it performs, and I think its super high value in knives like SRK and Ka-bar HD Warthog. it has started sneaking its way into higher priced blades, and I hope that doesn't become a trend.
Yes. We LOVE this format. Thanks for launching these!
Hi David (& Seth),
My first question was answered brilliantly, so here I go again! Hope you can help me out with another one similar to my 1st question:
I'm looking for a folding knife, with the following features:
1) Flipper (that becomes a "guard")
2) Axis or Similar Cross-Bar Lock (**MUST** be bank-vault, bomb-proof strong)
3) Thumb Hole, either oval or round, doesn't matter, but **MUST** have it...
4) About 3" or more Blade Length
5) Pointy, not Wharncliffe, but needs some belly.
6) Optional, but would be game-winning: Full Flat Grind, finger choil, assist or bearings in the pivot and Deep Carry Pocket Clip
7) See if you can recommend me a budget and a premium version each.
Thanks so much!
Not asking for much
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Vulcan Knives? Never heard of them...
Back in the 1970's I dropped by Bill Bagwell's shop in Texas. He was building me a bowie. We discussed a possible sheers, scissors, which could be also used as two knives. The idea was great but the design impossible to achieve. But what a great idea. PS, I still have that bowie, and is my one prized possesion. Will pass it on to my son-n-law.
Seems doable but both knives would have to be chisel-ground like old school Emerson or some of those fancy $$$ chef's knives, if you grind them on both sides the edges won't meet. There an old Soviet bayonet that has a hole near the tip to convert it and it's sheath into a hinging wire cutter type device to cut fences and whatnot too...
Congrats! Looking forward to the next 50 episodes!
Artist's Knife - What knife would you recommend for a painter's studio? Common tasks are opening packages and utility tasks like trimming paper or canvas. Aesthetics are a big plus... Beautiful wood handle etc.
That Mini Tuff Lite is my favorite package opener. It took over half a dozen other knives I used to reach for when a box arrives.
Tongs and scissors makes quick work of any hot food right on a plate or in a pan. Saves a ton on dishwashing.
Have the full size tuff light if it had a better steel it would be a great knife.
Sk-85 or sk-5 is a chinese high carbon, non-stainless steel that IS equivalent to american 1095, i happen to own a "budget" cold steel recon tanto ( 7in blade 4 3/4 handle in kydex) made of sk-5 and its a work horse, edge retention could be better but its tough as hell and easy enough to get the edge back, but ive chopped down 4in thick black oak with it, other then blunting the edge it took no real damage, and the great thing is the cold steel recon tanto in sk-5 comes in at under $50 and really is the budget version of the recon series
Howdy David as a very long time watcher and rarely comment....I must say everything you said about scissors was and couldn't be more true and accurate!!!! Very well done...I thought I wasthe only one who uses them regularly in the kitchen....I do cook alot and most importantly......absolutely cast iron !! For the win...I actually collect cast iron pans!!! Great episode
I carry a leatherman micra on my keyring that has been my go to scissors for the last 10 years. That in combination with a good sub 3 inch folder and a full size multitool or swiss army knife covers practically every situation that comes my way.
Interesting take on tactical vs combat I would say the karambit is more combat as it primary purpose is self defense. The lmf is more tactical it's like survival but with a hint of combat added. But, it really just comes down to how some one interrupts it. Happy 1 year!!!
I liked the “Shorts” question/comment. I don’t mind them, but I hate that a lot of content creators are putting them out instead of longer videos. It’s all for the algorithm, getting more views and subscribers. I like how you guys still do long form videos. 👍🏾👍🏾
I really think the full Tuff Lite would have been a much better reccomentadtion compared to the Mini.
He asked specifically for a 2" blade length, hence the Mini -DCA
I disagree have had both the mini rocks especially with full serrated. The pocket clip has held up for years too I love that knife.
The LMF II ... I am beating the soul out of that chunky dude for years now. Excellent example for a combat knife.
Combat - Knives that have been proven over the test of time through military combat use.
Tactical - Cuts water jugs really cool in your back yard, shaves paper and arm hair in the most glorious of ways. Also has a glass breaker.
I think most combat knives are primarily functional knives for all kinds of use. With a stabbing point and cross-guard (that is simplified) for additional function in combat.
Also, a kukri certainly has seen combat use, yet I would not classify it as a combat knife.
Bowies have seen plenty of combat, but the design is primarily chose for it's utility.
Tactical knives are less designed with function in mind but looks.
@@etherealicer well a kukri that’s native to its own land isn’t called a “combat knife” it’s just called a kukri and is carried by their respected military as a standard.
And a Bowie was made for Bowie who kicked ass in the sandbar fight with just a regular large knife. And then went to someone with his own idea to make a fighting knife. So technically a Bowie knife is the first of its kind combat knife created for a specific intention by a specific person at the request of another specific person
You are a terrific explainerer. Thanks for playing!
Our favorite "knife explainerer". Fun edition, thanks.
Mr. Anderson, part question/part episode idea: talking about blade steel, can we get a selection of knives that are in your opinion the ideal combination of steel properties and knife specs? Sort of a visual dictionary of what all those steel numbers and letters actually mean. Your big brain knife knowledge never disappoints!
Hi DCA, would you like to do a video about actually using knives? I’m sure there are a lot of city slickers like myself who love knives, but really don’t know how to use them properly. And don’t know what to use them for, apart from opening packages or slicing an apple… Wishing you well
Man....you're video quality is on point. Love this channel..... My savings hates it.... But I love it.
No luggage rack on a hearse....you know what I mean.
The Tuff Lite is a must have for anyone that needs to gift a blade.
What small pocket knife would you recommend for a non-knife person (my sister) for every day use?
Price isn't an issue but a handle that is easy to use for small hands with slender fingers and slim enough to carry easily in women's jeans.
Relatively easy to open and close due to her occasional joint inflammation
Bonus points for Pink or bright green scales. As those are her favorite colors
Dragonfly, Maileah, Baby Banter
Artisan Cutlery Biome.
Spyderco LC2000 UKPK.
Budget would be the firebird spyderco clone
Scissors: for me, a must edc for work. If you need to cut cloth, paper cardboard into a specific shape, scissors. Need to safely cut a zip tie in a handful of cables, scissors. Need to cut something without disturbing it (pull or push) too much? Scissors.
Leatherman raptors will cut pretty much everything, but are expensive and huge even when folded. I recommend some electrician scissors: klein 9 are excellent for edc.
Engineer PH5 are also great, but a tad bigger.
Gerber Neat freak stainless are OK too, but the addition of the bottle opener is definitely detrimental to its safe use.
As far as scissors on multitools, victorinox is still king, by far.
Thanks to my Swiss Champ I have EDCed since I bought it new in 1986, I always have a knife and scissors...and two saw...and 4 screw drivers...and pliers...and a magnifying glass...and tweezers...and a ballpoint pen...and a can opener...and a bottle opener...and more.
For shaving one's head, I would think that a large hawk-bill blade would more easily conform to the natural curvature of the scalp.
Hawk-Bill is some big brain thinking, been using a Gransfors Scandi axe, works ok but I only have 1.25 ears left.
@@maxwellmortimermontoure7274 You can always try evening out the other side. You might end up 50/50, but at least you'll be symmetrical.
I see combat & tactical & self defence as different categories. Agree with definition re. combat knives - rugged, hard-use, multi-purpose knives used in the field with constant use (eg. Gerber LMF!). I see tactical more of a support/ancillary tool for first responders & entry teams - not too big, rapid deployment, cut/stab focus (to help entry etc.), used as required. Probably splitting hairs but hey. As for self-defence this is all about rapid deployment and rapid damage. Thanks again DCA.
I ben guna buy a Tuff Lite for years. What the heck, you talked me into it. Just ordered.:>)
Glad I found you guys right when you started all this! I've learned so much and you've got my customer service if you know what I mean
What do chisel ground knives excel at and under what circumstances would you want to use a chisel ground knife over a standard grind? Additionally, when sharpening a chisel ground knife, how do you effectively remove the burr formed since you are only sharpening one side? Thanks
Kept my chisel ground woodworking knife sharp by grinding the flat side down after sharpening at the preferred angle then strop it after.
Good scissors are a must in the garage. Cutting heavy duty fabric, gasket material, small wires, and making templates for metal work, rubber spacers. There is no replacement for heavy duty scissors. I have plenty of very sharp knives, but when cutting things you can't put on a cutting board or workbench, anything hanging under a dash, scissors are the way to go.
+1 on the shorts as long as you keep em nice and light. An idea I had was how about eulogy type vids for beloved knives that have been discounted. Oh beloved kershaw skyline I knew you well, your broken clip and well worn scales tell the stories of our illustrious battles
How about a primer about blade shapes and their intended uses. Trailing point, sheep’s foot, hawkbill, clip point, etc. What is each best at, and what are they not so great for?
Hello.
Thank you for your oppinion.
I have a different imagination what a tactical knive is for me. I think for me its definitly a more universal tool like a Leatherman MUT.
I think a good age for kids to get in knives is with eating. At some point they need a knive to eat. Its important to me that a kid see a knive as a tool.
The patina finish on the nomad is cool as hell
hey DCA, im after a modern traditional folder with a roundish tip or sheepsfoot style blade, needs pocket clip and some fidget factor.
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
I edc a pair of paramedics shears, they cut dirty, abrasive materials (ie mortar bags, membranes), banding and thin metal. I can get about 2 years out of them before they dull enough that they need to be sharpened or retired
An alternative to shaving is clippers with a 3 mm comb attachment.
DCA, what's the most affordable titanium framelock flipper that carries s30v steel or better?
It is rather difficult to trim one's fingernails with a knife, but in a pinch the scissors on my Wenger mini Swiss Army knife do a fine job. The same thing with cutting fine wires. Both have specialized tool for those purposes, but small scissors do the job whereas a knife blade won't. BTW, the Wenger Swiss Army Knives, especially the scissors, are better than the Victorinox. It is a shame that Victorinox bought Wenger to shut them down instead of the other way around.
12:01 as a note, I appreciate all the informaton you're so kind to share and if I would not, then I'd swap to something else on CZcams, but I wouldn't complain about it... btw thanks for these videos DCA!
I carry Victorinox Ambassador which is bigger then classic SD the scissor is supper handy.
Tactical vs Combat, that was a tough one David. Best way to tackle this is by going over the words Combat and Tactical. Combat is a fight between two parties, where as, tactical comes from tactic which means ordered or arranged. A combat knife is one preferably/exclusively used to fight. Therefore, concealment may not be necessary, hence a straight knife, and both grip and length need to accommodate different environmental elements while giving the user a distance from the opposing party. On the other hand, tactical is a knife used to meet a specific or arranged function. In conclusion, a combat knife may fall under the tactical category but normally tactical refers to a knife any other than a combat knife.
From a humble admirer of your reviews. 🤗🙌🏼✊🏼
You're triggering my inner knife-nerd lol. Combat doesn't mean 2 people, if you're in a 1000 person battle, you're in combat and a battlefield is a combat zone. 'Tactical' could mean anything but in knives, it means weapon. Like a dagger is a tactical knife but not a combat knife because it's just designed for violence as opposed to a combat knife like the Ka-Bar, which is both a weapon and a general cutting tool.
Like he said, a combat knife is a tactical knife but a tactical knife may or may not be a combat knife.
Then there's the even more confusing sub-category of tactical knives called a 'fighting knife' or 'fighter' which to my understanding should ideally be lightweight and have it's 'balance' or heaviest point somewhere towards the rear or handle so that the blade moves quickly in a fight (because your hand is it's center of gravity so it's almost effortless to lash out with it) but there's a lot of disagreement on that, many knives call themselves that without having those features.
@@johnnyshanksalot8358 You’re triggering my inner word-nerd. While combat may not necessarily be limited to TWO individuals, the word is still referring to conflict which involves the use of violent force between people or persons. Also, there’s defensive combat and there’s violent combat. When you take away someone’s freedom you are being violent towards them and they now have the right to defend themselves. Nothing is designed for violence while many things could be used for such evil acts. Lastly and to be clear, comment was made to enhance the programming and I’m glad it’s peaked your inner knife-nerd. 🤗
@@freddierodriguez3036 The meaning of words differs depending on their context, a combat engineer for instance, doesn't mean someone who draws blueprints only while actively fighting ninjas lol, they largely make and design bridges so that soldiers can cross rivers or engineer the controlled demolition of obstacles and other stuff along those lines. A combat medic is another example that lines up with 'combat knife', they have the capability to fight but in theory their job is mostly to be a battlefield doctor not to throw medical supplies and syringes at the enemy :P
Violence doesn't mean bad, it can be justifiable violence like self defense or unjustifiable violence like attacking an innocent person. Is English a 2nd language here? I don't get it.
A dagger is not a tool, it's a weapon. Could you open your mail with it? Sure but that's not what it's designed for, it's designed to stab and always has been since the bronze age. There are no 'utility' daggers, that's not a thing. There are letter openers that look like daggers and usually aren't even made of steel but those are novelty items, you don't need a 'tool' to open mail, they're for fun.
@@johnnyshanksalot8358 these messages are too long. I’ll only address the first part. A combat engineer is an engineer whose primary task is to support those who are or will be in combat. Much like a combat knife designer refers to a designer who designs knives to be used in combat. This person must put him/her self in a situation of combat to think of ways the knife will give its user an edge (punt intended) over their opponents.
And lastly, just because it’s very important to address, violence is to cause harm or take by force from another person against their will. For example, boxers in match are not being violent against each other because their choose to do so. And ok, lastly I’ll address the dagger. A dagger while designed to be used to inflict bodily harm or physical damage can also be used as a piece of art. All of this said, who decides if a knife is a tool or a weapon is it’s handler not us.
@@freddierodriguez3036 Take your own description of the combat engineer and apply it to the knife. Whether or not you agree that's what the terms mean when people say them. A fight on the street is violence even if both parties consent. Boxers get harmed all the time, 1 just died here. Literally any object can be a piece of art. Someone's a contrarian :P
You should do a video about folding karambits like different styles and stuff
Keep up with the shorts. I hate tiktok, your shorts are nothing like TikTok. Yes tons of shorts are like TikTok. But if somebody doesn't want to see them... Wait for it... They can NOT watch them if they don't want.
I Love knife center! Keep it up y'all
My dad gave me my first pocket knife when I was 6 (I'm a female) because I thought they were cool. I've never stabbed anyone or cut myself with any of my knives and I am in my mid 50s now.
Never found a stabworthy partner?
You've gone uncut! What's you're secret? I've gotten myself quite a bit.
Like the format?!?! Love the format! This whole set up is awesome and you pair awesome stuff that really works well together!
Question: I would like to buy an edc knife secure enough not to open accidentally in a pocket (or that the children won't hurt themselves when their dad has stupidly once again left the toolbox lying around open somewhere). I know that Kershaw Leek has a tip lock slider but are there other more robust knife choices with the same or other lock mecanisms? Price range would be around 50-150. Thanks for your channel. Really helpful and entertaining!
I carry A Old Sog Flash 2 for safety of my niece it has a lock to keep it closed dunno if still made like that but just suggestion
Would love to see this question addressed also!
SAK scissors work awesome as a nail clipper, get a companion and carry it forever!
Scissors are also always superior for cutting something where you don't have a suitable cutting surface to cut on, think a bolt of fabric.
a combat knife nowadays is a tactical knife with focus on purpose, that purpose being close quarters melee combat , and since melee combat is so rare today, combat knives are often a thing of the past, "something like arnold's knife in Commando" is a big, cumbersome bladed weapon that will never be used in actual combat as a weapon, but as a tool...
I’d like to see the new civivi polymorph t6 and t8 bits in action. They look possibly to rounded to be practical. Thanks.
Mr. Anderson Sir - I have an appropriate knife solution for your SLTAHs descriptor! Is your preferred Opinel an 08, 09 or 10 ? I hear a call for a KnifeCenter subscriber lottery!
Sk85 is an Analog of American industry standard (AISI) W-108, a water hardening tool steel. A fairly Simple Carbon Steel.
Carbon 0.80-0.90 %
Chromium 0.00-0.30 %
Manganese 0.10-0.50 %
Then trace amounts of phosphorus, silicon, copper, sulfur, nickel
Hey DCA, quick question that I can't find a solid answer for: Are you suppose to oil a knife that's coated?
& also: would you recommend carrying regular corrosive-possible steels in a very hot & humid, sometimes-wet work environment with the proper care? Would it be enough & what is the best oil for that type of environment?
I want to rotate through all the knives I have that I love but with those conditions I usually carry H1 Spyderco knives that I don't too much fancy.
I'm the budget guy the oil I use is 3 in 1 oil just the generic stuff if your going to get you knife wet coat the exposed edge a day before your trip. Clean before you go with a dry cloth. I've had no problems so far. Keep in mind if your cutting food don't use 3in1.
Well, thank you for the tip. I recently got a CRKT Siwi & they oiled it with something that has stuck on it through the weather (not that it's gotten very wet.) Currently, I'm using tsubaki oil & haven't had any issues but it's hard to tell when I need to re-oil my knives because I can't see when it's uncoated in oil (because I wipe the excess.) Liked what they put on the Siwi but I suspect it's not food safe either.
They make food safe oils for chef knives and so on. If you want a fresh blade with no oil try Acetone
I've had great success using liquid coconut oil. (It doesn't go solid like normal coconut oil). Yes, wipe it on coated and non-coated blades. Just a couple drops , wipe on / wipe off , leaves a very fine film virtually unnoticeable but protective. Food safe, and makes the blade slide in/out from sheaf nice and smooth. Wipe it on your sharpening steel, perfect. And a big thing for me on blade care, is store the knife out of the sheaf when not in use. And make sure the sheaf drys out . Pro-tip ; if you need to remove "rust peppering" from a nice blade, make a paste using Bi-carb Soda and the liquid coconut oil. Use a dry soft cotton cloth with the paste to clean and polish the blade. (Good for cleaning / polishing cooking pots aswell).
Wow, that's super helpful! Thank you for taking the time to type that out & teach me the ways. Much respect. 👌
Thank you for answering my question! Caught me by surprise to hear my name. Haha
Cheers Vic! -DCA
How about a show on key ring knives or small knives that could fit a key ring? That Kershaw 1190 Sliding Button Lock OTF Knife 1.9" could be a key ring knife as well for $32?
I have the Boker Plus CLB Keycom 1 1/2" blade for less than $24.
In surgical applications a scissors crushes the edges of the tissue where it cuts. Depending on the situation this could be a plus or a minus.
@@SimonRiley115 The plant surgeons may have a different perspective.
DCA, you had those cool scissors, I see they had a bottle opener, and a cap loosener , but what the heck is the two nubs sticking out of the rear of the finger holes for????, And by the way love the shorts
HAPPY BIRTHDAY. Please continue......
Knife Center carries a brand of scissors called Clauss. There are two models that are left-handed. 👍🏻
Hi DCA. I love my Condor Mini Duku. When I talk about it to my friends, I'm never sure on how to describe it: big knife? Small machete? Chopper? Where is the limit between those categories? Greetings
Happy late birthday dca what did you turn 21 brother you can buy your first drink now lol you have plenty more to come brother
Love the format! Belated Happy Birthday!
Is that Medeski Martin and Wood at the End? Sure sounds like it love me some MMW
Hey DCA, I NEED HELP!!!
I am getting into knives and the first high end knife that I bought is the Spyderco Advocate with the M4 blade, which is not so good vs corrosion, I always put WD-40 to prevent corrosion but it stills rust a little bit, so I have 2 questions.
How to take off the little particles of corrosion without scratching the blade and what is the best type of oil to use to avoid corrosion.
Thank you!
WD40 is good for nothing. I've kept blued guns rustfree for years just by using regular oil. removing the excess, then always wiping off fingerprints.
Baking soda and water with a soft cloth or fingers to remove rust. And the oil I use is 3 in 1. Never had rust even with salt water.
Hey DCA here's a fun one. What's the best knife and pen combo to balance a smartphone? When I wear a suit or sport coat I like to put my cell phone in the jacket but without a knife /pen combo to balance it out the phone will pull my coat to the side. And It looks sloppy
Now we need a video on what you got for your birthday!
Love the format! Keep ‘em coming!
Hey David and Seth. I hate large logos on my knives! I don’t mind something small on the blade but not on the pocket clip. How are these logos applied and any ideas on how to remove them? Thanks!
Look up how to engrave a knife with a 9 volt battery. Most logos are engraved on and painted in. If you can't scrape or sandpaper out the text you'll have to engrave the engraving out.
Thank you DCA
Just a real quick question...
Best blade shape to give me a super strong tip while still retaining a good belly? Farm work requires both. Thanks. Goatman.
Most clip/drop point hunting knives work great for farm work
Hey DCA what are three underrated knives that most people overlook. I have to say recently I've been using the Kizer Lieb with a short leather lanyard to get a full purchase. Super slice blade and ridonkulous action. For the main I have been using the I think its a Fox Timavo micarta M390. She's nasty! Thanks DCA.
Combat doesn’t only mean for the armed forces, in its widest definition. It just means fighting. If in the knife world it means for combat in military operations, okay, I would trust DCA… but that Karambit sure does look like it’s for combat to me. Maybe even Mortal Kombat.
Hey I would like to see a video on the best left handed knives.
Hello Mr. Andersen, I am going to buy my boy a pocket knife, but I am struggling to find the perfect knife - I want it to be tough, but lightweight, not too big, but big enough to get things done and I would like some color to the handle so it is easier to detect when left on the ground (we already lost one), I want it to be lockable, but easy to open and close, but still not prone to open by accident in the pocket. I like the Cold Steel Tuff Lite, but I read the locking button is kind of hard to press and that will probably be an issue. Would be happy to get some inspiration
Are there any true advantages or disadvantages of a Damascus blade over a regular blade on a folder?
Most damascus is gonna be softer than a pure steel blade that and cost..
When I’m out fishing i wear Fiskar scissors on my belt. I wouldn’t want them hanging out of me. Tactical ? You better believe it.
You don’t look a day over 86. 😉👍🏻
Tactical, combat, scissors, knives, toothpick, etc. I don’t want any of them hanging out of me 🤷♂️
I like the Tuff Lite but the lock spring was so strong that my wife could not close the knife. I had to take it apart and bend the spring so it could be closed more easily.
Hey DCA, love the series! I was wondering if you would know of any budget, non-threatening looking, detent joint (please no slipjoint) knives. I really like the look of the CJRB Ria in pakkawood, but all the knives I can find along those lines are slipjoints
Just to add to your pile of questions; I have several smaller fixed and would like to try pocket carry without a static cord. What would you recommend as far as a pocket attachment system? Note: Ulticlip is not an option for me personally.
Hey DCA, im going into cooking and i was wondering : whats the best looking, the fanciest kitchen knife under a 100?
Condor gyuto
Or santoku
Both under 100, carbon steel, wood handle
As a chef I can tell you, don’t choose your work knife for looks. You’ll regret it. Choose something that cuts well, has good balance, and most importantly is comfortable in YOUR hand since you’ll be using it for thousands of hours.
Thanks for the reminder I need to find some fatboy handled kitchen knives my hands always cramp holding the ones I use currently
Hello DCA! I've been interested in a Canadian belt knife or a "Grohmann". It seems to share a lot of similarities with the nessmuk style you favor. Can you help explain the differences, as well as the pros and cons of each style?
David you're a trip, good job
If you’re not carrying some full size Fiskars, do you even EDC?
Hey DCA, I love Bowie blade shapes on folders (Mini Crooked River, XM-18 Bowie, Giant Mouse GM8, and others) but I like smaller blade (around the 3 inch mark) are there any folders out there that have a small Bowie blade that's locking?
Alright, I am going to ask something here... As to the first question in this video. Does anyone else just get tired of lending out a pocket knife? I just say no now. Someone asks if they can borrow my knife and I flat out say NO now. I got tired of people relying on me to carry a knife for them. Or having to carry a second knife on me just to lend people. Grown men that need a knife daily should carry their own. Not rely on mine. Same goes for flashlights too. They always want to use someone else's batteries. Which is why I had to go rechargeable. I don't let people "borrow" my stuff anymore. Don't get me wrong if they need something cut I might go over and cut it for them, if it is not a daily thing.
Hi DCA. Love the content you put out. What would you recommend for a 2-handed folder with a lockable 3" to 4" blade?
What do the letters CJRB actually stand for? Is it really Chubby Jogger Running Backwards?
Through 2 minutes on google all I can find is Canadian Justice Review Board
Hey DCA, I am looking for more travel-friendly slip joint knives, since a lot of countries have restrictions on locking blades with one-handed opening. I currently use a SOG Terminus (also as EDC, great knife!) or Boker Tech Tool. Any other recommendations outside of SAKs?
I really want to experience a CRK small sebenza. Asking if it’s worth the price is kind of subjective, but what other knives would you consider around the $400 price that would be similar to the sebenza?