I just wish the double detent system was a little stronger because you can’t really put your thumb on top of the blade without breaking the detent. It’s definitely a stunning looking knife though
PSS 🙂 ambidexterity is also important. My daily carry is the Spyderco Native 5 Salt and the Microtech Dirac . Thanks again for your excellent service to the community!
Dude yes. I dislike the cf g10 scales, but I also would personally have preferred to have seen the regular Damascus rather than the black one they used on this knife
Keep up the awesome videos, man! You've become my favorite reviewer putting out regular content! Love your matter-of-fact style, the points you make are always valid, and you've inspired me to do more mods as well! Love the mix of reviews, top tens, unboxings, etc and I would LOVE to see some content on how you do your mod work- even simple little things! Thanks!
@@Stassa23 awesome man! Very excited. I'm going to mod one of those lynch wire clip replacements to fit my waypoint- did you just need to shorten/shape the tines on it a bit to fit into the grooves in the scale?
I got just grabbed the olive green after seeing this. I wanted something in micarta, something kinda traditional, and S35VN to boot. The only thing to remember is that a pinch grip is going to be your best friend. Obviously if you are cutting something then you aren't worrying about it collapsing, but it's definitely important to remember that it can close.
Probably gonna grab one of these eventually. But honestly, I wish they would’ve used 9Cr18MoV and kept the price down closer to the $50-60 range. I’ve always loved the look of the Rustic Gent, I just don’t tend to carry knives without a clip as much so never picked one up. But now that they added a clip and made it a flipper it’s almost perfect. Just wish it was a little cheaper. But that’s just me. Thanks for sharing brother. 👍🤘
Hope Civivi will give us the option of buying a Rustic Gent with a pocketclip and perhaps a steel upgrade. As a 'slipjoint' with just the ballsey detent this really should have a forward finger choil, but then that would ruin the looks of this blade😝 Thanks for the review though!
That blade shape, nice pointy clip point, mixed with that not so strong double detent just begs to bite me sooner or later. I think if it had a sheepsfoot blade would make me use it differently and not seem like it wants to bite be as bad.
Not sure if I am going to get one or not. I am intrigued. I thought Civivi's first foray in to S35VN was a home run (I would expect so given how much S35VN WE uses). And until very recently, the Rustic Gent has been my favorite Civivi. While not identical, the Drifter has similar lines to the Rustic Gent, particularly the blade. Interesting...
@@Stassa23 - yeah. I get the feeling that they wanted to get into the slipjoint game to get into markets where locking knives are illegal. And just saying locking knives and illegal in the same sentence makes my blood sugar spike.
PS I click on the shortest reviews first. I look for knives that are tall and slim with with adequate grip length and a usable finger choil on the blade.. Examples - Quiet Carry Drift and the OZ Machines Roosevelt.
I enjoy your reviews, regardless of how you do them. I think single knife reviews might gain a bit more traffic if you could compare the knife in the review to something else you have similar that is a tried and true knife already on the market. For instance, when giving the review on this one, incorporate some comparisons to an existing slip joint you already have. Don't make it like a shoot out or something but comparing it to another knife which you mention in the video title might draw some more interest and views.
I like it however it’s kinda hard to use because it’s easy to break the detent that holds it open and there is nothing blocking the blade from closing on your fingers. I may increase the detent pressure on mine to see how much that helps 👍🏻
I don’t know man, I might be turning into a micarta snob. So many are hit and miss now. My brown micarta on the elementum is awful. Word is the green one you’re showing here is much better. Only thing that kept me from buying their s35vn version. Ugh
The green canvas Micarta is still the lower quality stuff coming from China. I wish they all outsourced there Micarta from the US like CJRB does. If you ever want some nice Micarta get a CJRB Ria, Feldspar or the Centros in green canvas Micarta they all look great and feel nice as well
@@Stassa23 Thanks for the info. I’m gonna have to get that Ria sooner than later. 👌🏼 And while we’re on the subject, China has no problem using our US steel or G10. Wonder why they choose to not use our Micarta. It’s either too expensive for them or they can make their own super cheap. I’m going with the latter till I hear differently.
Very interesting piece... just not my cup of tea, that detent lock doesn't make a solid impression. Some mineral oil on that handle will do it if you don't mind the darkening effect... Btw I prefer single reviews... Much love from Switzerland
People hate slipjoint backspring because they might cut themselves, but tiny ball bearing detents are great and innovative? Personally I think it's plain shoddy,half assed build with bs hype
👍🏻 For Mr. Staasa ! 👎🏻 on the knife. That knife looks unsafe . Personally I very much appreciate your individual knife reviews. I always skip past the unboxing. ✌🏻
Your example is certainly less than stellar. Box it up & send it back for exchange. This is a perfect example why I ALWAYS request ALL dealers/sites to QC the knife for centering as well as OVERALL fit & finish prior to shipping which a good dealer will do regardless of clear seal stickers on the packaging.. KC falls extremely short in their abilities to see a transaction through from start to finish, finish being "customers complete satisfaction." This was a FAIL...
Yeah I always write in the notes for them to check the knife for any QC defects , blade grinds , solid lockup and a centered blade. I would say they check it out about 50% of the time. I just put a dab of oil on the dry spot and it totally fixed the problem 👍🏻
I believe 100 percent that micarta is ment to look old and ruufed up. That's why they don't care. I'm with you. I think it should be finished better. But over time the micarta will do that anyway. So I feel like that's why they don't care. Many people like micarta for the inconsistencies and every piece is different
Kind of digging this one. The alternate version of the Rustic Gent!! Thank you for sharing!!
I just wish the double detent system was a little stronger because you can’t really put your thumb on top of the blade without breaking the detent. It’s definitely a stunning looking knife though
PSS 🙂 ambidexterity is also important. My daily carry is the Spyderco Native 5 Salt and the Microtech Dirac . Thanks again for your excellent service to the community!
I ordered the dark green micarta version this morning! Thanks for the unboxing!
Love the blade shape, got one on the way. Cool video thanks for sharing 👊👍✌️
Yep 👍🏻 you know I can’t pass up a Clip Point done right
I like when the micarta shows a little character like yours does
Yep that’s one beauty of Micarta , I love when it darkens 👌🏻
I cannot wait for the Civivi Badlands!!! I’ll put money on it that it’s the next great edc from civivi!
It looks like the locking version of the Trailblazer and it’s one that I’ll definitely be picking up. I hope they make a G10 version 👌🏻
@@Stassa23 The badlands is actually identical to the Ortis, except it’s got thumb studs and a drop point blade
This is the one i'm gonna pick up. I wish they'd have had a damascus option with the brown micarta
Yeah We yeah that would have been a great combo 👌🏻
Dude yes. I dislike the cf g10 scales, but I also would personally have preferred to have seen the regular Damascus rather than the black one they used on this knife
Keep up the awesome videos, man! You've become my favorite reviewer putting out regular content! Love your matter-of-fact style, the points you make are always valid, and you've inspired me to do more mods as well! Love the mix of reviews, top tens, unboxings, etc and I would LOVE to see some content on how you do your mod work- even simple little things! Thanks!
Thanks i appreciate it and yes I plan to do some how to vids on some mod stuff , I just need someone to film for me 👌🏻
@@Stassa23 awesome man! Very excited. I'm going to mod one of those lynch wire clip replacements to fit my waypoint- did you just need to shorten/shape the tines on it a bit to fit into the grooves in the scale?
@@tehwulf4291 yes and I had to make the hole on the clip a little to be able to get to the torqs screws
I got just grabbed the olive green after seeing this. I wanted something in micarta, something kinda traditional, and S35VN to boot.
The only thing to remember is that a pinch grip is going to be your best friend. Obviously if you are cutting something then you aren't worrying about it collapsing, but it's definitely important to remember that it can close.
That is a knife I plan on getting. I always like the full reviews on a single knife as long as it is my price range and is available.
Time to get the mineral oil out to put on scales.😃
Very nice.
Got the same one headed my way, can’t wait!
Always love your reviews! 👍
Thanks
It’s a great knife brother! It’s like they read our minds. 😉
👌🏻
Probably gonna grab one of these eventually. But honestly, I wish they would’ve used 9Cr18MoV and kept the price down closer to the $50-60 range. I’ve always loved the look of the Rustic Gent, I just don’t tend to carry knives without a clip as much so never picked one up. But now that they added a clip and made it a flipper it’s almost perfect. Just wish it was a little cheaper. But that’s just me. Thanks for sharing brother. 👍🤘
Yeah it’s also kinda strange making a Civivi branded knife that’s over there normal price range because that’s what they have the WE brand for 🤷🏻♂️
Hope Civivi will give us the option of buying a Rustic Gent with a pocketclip and perhaps a steel upgrade. As a 'slipjoint' with just the ballsey detent this really should have a forward finger choil, but then that would ruin the looks of this blade😝 Thanks for the review though!
Yeah I would have even loved it as a linear lock , it’s pretty unsafe the way it is now 👍🏻
Looks very nice, great styling. Not 100% sold on double detent yet though
Yeah it’s not the smartest idea when there is no gaurd blocking you from the blade if it closes 👍🏻
That blade shape, nice pointy clip point, mixed with that not so strong double detent just begs to bite me sooner or later. I think if it had a sheepsfoot blade would make me use it differently and not seem like it wants to bite be as bad.
Action seems pretty ace. I love the finish on the blade; wish the finish on the micarta was as nicely done... Still, not a deal breaker by any means.
Yeah the finish on the scales isn’t that big of a deal, a little oil can pretty much take care of it
Not sure if I am going to get one or not. I am intrigued. I thought Civivi's first foray in to S35VN was a home run (I would expect so given how much S35VN WE uses). And until very recently, the Rustic Gent has been my favorite Civivi. While not identical, the Drifter has similar lines to the Rustic Gent, particularly the blade. Interesting...
I really wish they would have made it a linear lock because the detent system is not safe
@@Stassa23 - yeah. I get the feeling that they wanted to get into the slipjoint game to get into markets where locking knives are illegal. And just saying locking knives and illegal in the same sentence makes my blood sugar spike.
PS I click on the shortest reviews first. I look for knives that are tall and slim with with adequate grip length and a usable finger choil on the blade.. Examples - Quiet Carry Drift and the OZ Machines Roosevelt.
Both are great knives my Roosevelt is my favorite in my collection and my waypoint ranks high as well 👌🏻
@@Stassa23 I absolutely love your Roosevelt.it reminds me alot of the cold steel american lawman, just that it looks good, really good!
I enjoy your reviews, regardless of how you do them. I think single knife reviews might gain a bit more traffic if you could compare the knife in the review to something else you have similar that is a tried and true knife already on the market. For instance, when giving the review on this one, incorporate some comparisons to an existing slip joint you already have. Don't make it like a shoot out or something but comparing it to another knife which you mention in the video title might draw some more interest and views.
Not a bad idea I may try that out 👌🏻
Nice, a Flipjoint Knife ;-)
Stassa, I was thinking of getting the grey/black with Damascus blade. What do you think?
I like it however it’s kinda hard to use because it’s easy to break the detent that holds it open and there is nothing blocking the blade from closing on your fingers. I may increase the detent pressure on mine to see how much that helps 👍🏻
@@Stassa23 Thanks, Stassa. Much appreciated
I don’t know man, I might be turning into a micarta snob. So many are hit and miss now. My brown micarta on the elementum is awful. Word is the green one you’re showing here is much better. Only thing that kept me from buying their s35vn version. Ugh
I got the g10 d2 grey elementum 1st, jumped all over the green micarta S35vn came out, its superb, in my pocket 99% of time!
The green canvas Micarta is still the lower quality stuff coming from China. I wish they all outsourced there Micarta from the US like CJRB does. If you ever want some nice Micarta get a CJRB Ria, Feldspar or the Centros in green canvas Micarta they all look great and feel nice as well
@@Stassa23 Thanks for the info. I’m gonna have to get that Ria sooner than later. 👌🏼
And while we’re on the subject, China has no problem using our US steel or G10. Wonder why they choose to not use our Micarta. It’s either too expensive for them or they can make their own super cheap. I’m going with the latter till I hear differently.
Great videos, I would be interested in your thoughts on the knife distributors you like to purchase from.
I am in the process of compiling a video of my favorite dealers now 👌🏻
No reversible pocket clip on a slip joint? Thanks for leaving out the lefties WE!
Yeah they dropped the ball on that one
I asked Santa for either the blue or black Damascus cf variant in the Damascus steel. I watch all your videos 👍
Any thoughts after handling the knife for a few days? That non locking blade with no choil seems an assured finger cut waiting to happen
Yeah the detent system isn’t strong enough. I may try to increase mine to see if that helps
Very interesting piece... just not my cup of tea, that detent lock doesn't make a solid impression.
Some mineral oil on that handle will do it if you don't mind the darkening effect...
Btw I prefer single reviews...
Much love from Switzerland
Yeah it’s pretty unsafe as it sits 👍🏻
I assume it did but did that dry micarta bit go away?
Yeah once I lubed it up a few times it went away 👍🏻
That seems crazy that it came in that condition. It looks damaged. Am I wrong? Is this something you could return it over?
I’m sure you probably could return it however I put a dab of oil on the light spot on the scale and it completely got rid of 👍🏻
Gotta hand it to Civivi for coming up with something different. Flip joint or a Slipper? 😂
😆😂
Micarta seems a bit on the lower quality. A bit disappointing. The other models are too blinged out, heavy Damascus and heavy patterns on the scales.
Yeah I really wish they would outsource there Micarta from the US like CJRB does
People hate slipjoint backspring because they might cut themselves, but tiny ball bearing detents are great and innovative? Personally I think it's plain shoddy,half assed build with bs hype
I wish it had a finger choil :/ too many a slippy have bit me
Same here 👌🏻
👍🏻 For Mr. Staasa ! 👎🏻 on the knife. That knife looks unsafe . Personally I very much appreciate your individual knife reviews. I always skip past the unboxing. ✌🏻
a flipjoint lol
Made in China?
Your example is certainly less than stellar. Box it up & send it back for exchange. This is a perfect example why I ALWAYS request ALL dealers/sites to QC the knife for centering as well as OVERALL fit & finish prior to shipping which a good dealer will do regardless of clear seal stickers on the packaging.. KC falls extremely short in their abilities to see a transaction through from start to finish, finish being "customers complete satisfaction." This was a FAIL...
Yeah I always write in the notes for them to check the knife for any QC defects , blade grinds , solid lockup and a centered blade. I would say they check it out about 50% of the time. I just put a dab of oil on the dry spot and it totally fixed the problem 👍🏻
I wouldn't call this a front flipper either.
But you do in the discription
I believe 100 percent that micarta is ment to look old and ruufed up. That's why they don't care. I'm with you. I think it should be finished better. But over time the micarta will do that anyway. So I feel like that's why they don't care. Many people like micarta for the inconsistencies and every piece is different
No,No .Bad quality on micarta,uneven grind,dangerous!!
It is dangerous