Are These The Best Ultralight Pocket Knives?
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Күн бұрынBeefy overbuilt folders have their place, but sometimes you just want something that you can slip in your pocket and never notice it is there. Check out our favorites here: kcoti.com/2I25zhc
The easier something is to carry, the more likely you will actually have it with you when you need to cut something, and thanks to modern manufacturing you can still get a lot of capability without a lot of weight. With many of these folders weighing less than 2.5 ounces - sometimes much less! - you’ve got no reason to never have a blade with you.
Featured Knives
0:00 Intro
0:42 Gerber LST: kcoti.com/3d3Lpyz
1: 40 Spyderco Dragonfly 2: kcoti.com/36E0nKC
3:28 Spyderco Chaparral: kcoti.com/2F90l24
3:47 KA-BAR Dozier: kcoti.com/30D0Qca
5:07 Buck 112 Ranger Slim Select: kcoti.com/33zqujM
6:36 CRKT CEO: kcoti.com/33APHud
7:55 Kershaw Natrix XS: kcoti.com/30GF4o2
9:15 Fox Suru: kcoti.com/2SxwTWs
10:31 Benchmade Bugout and Mini Bugout: kcoti.com/3iF3LHs
12:27 SOG Ultra XR: kcoti.com/3njbSx7
13:29 Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight: kcoti.com/30A3cID
14:51 Zero Tolerance 0707: kcoti.com/2GmBF6Y
16:44 Boker Plus Urban Trapper Grand: kcoti.com/33ADO7S
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@natek1993 3 жыл бұрын
The Spyderco Dragonfly in K390 is the perfect mini pocket knife.
@joevincer8337 3 жыл бұрын
Most informative and professional knife show on the Tube!!!
@danvalleskey 3 жыл бұрын
Nice review, you kept it moving along nicely. Thanks!
@Solly-ow4od 3 жыл бұрын
I’d love to see a video where you go through explaining the characteristics of all the different blade steels. Great video as always David!
@HeyItsCoates 2 жыл бұрын
Metal Complex did something like that.
@joshuagallardo3326 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comparisons, awesome video!
@kims2r 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Lots of knives I love and very informative, thank you!
@inquisitorgramaticus2250 3 жыл бұрын
its a little heavier than these but for my small EDC I carry a cold steel tuff lite, strong and light a full 4 finger grip and a modified sheepsfoot blade, excellent little knife love these videos great content
@ChampionCorner 3 жыл бұрын
I own a pretty old Gerber LST and really like it. I've never really daily carried it, but I carried it around in my bookbag during college to cut up apples and other foods. It's super light, easy to clean, and sharpening is a breeze.
@wnJhntn 2 жыл бұрын
I dont
@MB-jg4tr 3 жыл бұрын
My go to lightweight is an Opinel #6
@MS-rx8it 3 жыл бұрын
Ultralight knives are kind of my thing, and this is a really nice list. Covers a wide range of price points and styles. That Gerber was my first real pocket knife 30-ish years ago. Stuff I have lying around here not in your list (and in stock at KC right now): non-Ti Kizer Feist, CF Kizer Genie, WingmanEDC Spar-K, CRK Mnandi. One of my favorites is not in stock at the moment: CF WE Kitefin. I also have half a dozen Spydercos in the EDC rotation, all of which are
@natek1993 3 жыл бұрын
Big fan of that Fox Suru. Love the blade shape and handle.
@puritydvoyd2978 3 жыл бұрын
Great video, i just recently got the new Blade HQ Bugout and I’m loving it. A bit heavier due to the G-10 but still comfortably under that 2.5 oz mark. I think I’ll be buying that exclusive black and red Bugout you’ve got for my wife, she likes the design and feel of my Bugout and really likes the color scheme of yours. Also, I already knew about most of these, but I had never seen the Fox Suru, that’s a great looking knife I might have to pick one of those up of these days.
@calebnation7797 3 жыл бұрын
I know it doesn’t quite fit into this group but I love my 940. The benefit to it over most of these is a lot of sculpting on the handle instead of slab sides.
@57HEMIviken 3 жыл бұрын
Im in love with my kershaw tumbler 3.25 inch blade with 3.5 inches of cutting edge at a lightweight 2.6 ounces and the action is ridiculous!!!.
@rgracia611 3 жыл бұрын
Benchmade bug out is amazing. Love it.
@redriver6541 3 жыл бұрын
Sitting here, right now, sharpening my Bugout 535GRY..... Other than the garbage omega springs it came with and the memory wire fix I had to do to it...... I really like it. It's a fantastic EDC type blade.
@mikeyyates5377 3 жыл бұрын
I have a VG10 Spyderco dragonfly and a Boker urban trapper and they are 2 of the best knives I have ever owned. I'm going to be picking up the Boker urban trapper grand as soon as it comes out in carbon fiber or G10 scales. My sis has the milled titanium tanto trapper with the kinky tanto tip and loves it too.
@husainuntoro3633 3 жыл бұрын
i love my Zero Tolerance 0707, its slim, its light, its not intimidating, and its beeautifuuul as well Spyderco Dragonfly! super super light, i often forgot that i have it in my pocket. and its affordable too so im not afraid of using and abusing it
@Rowannewazajames 3 жыл бұрын
Great video , thanks David
@erikramaekers63 3 жыл бұрын
The Falkniven U4 and U2,Spiderco Ladybug,Buck Rival,,Buck 55.five great little lockback knives.
@b9rujq278 3 жыл бұрын
Looking pretty sharp not gonna lie
@blueeyeswhitedragon9839 3 жыл бұрын
When mentioning the Gerber LST, it should also be mentioned that knife designer/maker Blackie Collins was the instigator for the first plastic handled knife. That LST was Blackie Collins' design, and instead of royalties, he had Gerber buy him a new car. Blackie did love his cars and motorcycles, but that was probably one of his worst payoffs for a revolutionary knife design. Before the LST, no one was thinking of plastic (FRN) handles for lightweight pocket knives.
@Zach_Beebe 2 жыл бұрын
Ahh that LST, I had one of those when I was like 16, well over 20 years ago.
@slick_slicers 3 жыл бұрын
Those little Gerbers are so reminiscent of their Moki made lock-backs of old, but in plastic. The current Moki versions are beautifully, but a little heavy to fit here! I like the Böker plus at the end too! The Böker Plus Wasabi was, perhaps, the omission here as it compares so well with the CEO, but trumps it in almost every way... in my opinion!
@erikramaekers63 3 жыл бұрын
And also the Falkniven U2 and U4.
@artmonkster 3 жыл бұрын
I was hoping to see the CRKT Pazoda and Pazoda compact. I’ve been thinking about getting one as a secondary/5th pocket/sling bag option.
@stevenknight8237 3 жыл бұрын
Well done from beginning to end. Nice scripted common sense presentation. SMOOTH background music, and full coverage of all knives in low weight. Personally after 50 years of carry in L.A. law enforcement (read Puma back in the dinosaur age) my favorite is a axis lock and a BIG thumb hole. AKA Spyderco Manix or Benchmade Griptillian. I sharpen on Spyderco systems and especially Edge Pro with clamps. I love S30V or S35V - but have all the EXOTICS too! I buff the blades with BUFFALO leather weekly. I could shave with them. Again, extremely well put together and professional presentation.
@stevenknight8237 3 жыл бұрын
I have over 30 knives.
@Greg_M308 3 жыл бұрын
Great video idea!
@MB-jg4tr 3 жыл бұрын
I had an early Gerber LST it was awesome, unfortunately gerber quality went way down
@gregsobek722 3 жыл бұрын
My favorite lite knife is the Ferrum Forge mini arch bishop.
@sheltermonkey6065 3 жыл бұрын
I love the Mini Dozier as a secondary. I wish Kabar wouldn't paint the blades with that cheap black paint though. I really wish they would make some upscale versions.
@Jumphouse2 3 жыл бұрын
Great review. I think the Benchmade is my fav.
@babagadoush1 3 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@tylersmith293 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve got SOG. Something wrong with gold blade finish. Returned first. Second did same . However love my Bugout and my boker trapper.
@whyFINAL 3 жыл бұрын
i wold go for Spy sage 5 lw any day over the para 3 lw even with 2.7 weight.
@longhunter5935 3 жыл бұрын
I carried that LST on the AT! Fits in a altoids tin tops
@gizmocarr3093 3 жыл бұрын
The cool thing about small knives is they give you a chance to try new blade steels. You find out quickly how the blade steel performs before buying something you may not like.
@eddyb.8056 3 жыл бұрын
I looked for a lightweight, before I saw this video, I was interested by the Kershaw skyline and his 2.4 oz, and his price lighter than a benchmade or a spyderco. Would like to know some feedback about it? Thanks
@drewpfeif5028 3 жыл бұрын
I have a steel will mini intrigue, it weighs nothing and finds it way into my pocket anytime I do anything really active.
@tubezv 3 жыл бұрын
I watched with pleasure... this kind of line is my favorite. these knives is greats. But in list are not several good light pocket knife f.e. Kershaw Atmos, Leek SW mini Intrigue, Cutjack , Leatherman Skeletool and why no one remember Spyderco Endela ?
@oddsavage 3 жыл бұрын
Ka-bar's Dozier may be the best $20 knife out there.
@FightingTemplar 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed! Have more expensive knives, but the Dozier always is part of the rotation. The next step up in dollar amount would be the RAT 2.
@oddsavage 3 жыл бұрын
@@FightingTemplar yep. I own and love that one too!
@drumgodtim 3 жыл бұрын
I have two and have bought several as gifts.
@oddsavage 3 жыл бұрын
@@drumgodtim they do make great gifts. And super affordable.
@tomfaranda 3 жыл бұрын
Yes great value
@bigriceburner 3 жыл бұрын
Dragonfly zdp-189... love mine
@HiveMind2024 3 жыл бұрын
cool...that boker rocks...easy to keep clean with all those holes
@LukeMcf 3 жыл бұрын
My personal favorite lightweight knife is the Gerber Paraframe mini and weighs 1.4 oz.
@ryancharles7226 Жыл бұрын
Well done, sir
@Zero_8347 2 жыл бұрын
The Kershaw natrix looks cool!
@remyth6939 Жыл бұрын
I think the CRKT CEO, Zero Tolerance 0707, and Boker Plus Urban Trapper Grand are the most appealing to me at first glance.
@deltafunction0 3 жыл бұрын
The Sog is interesting but I'd like to see them make it in VG10 or D2 for a lower price. Something that small used as a money clip doesn't need S35VN and the high price it comes with.
@chrisreuther4546 3 жыл бұрын
I still love my Gerber LST! one of the first knives I ever bought for myself at my first job! What kills me... Buck has tried this with their Slims... but that little bump on the back still bothers me!
@CadillacDriver 3 жыл бұрын
I agree, makes somewhat good looking knives quite ugly. It's unnecessary.
@wesflash1 3 жыл бұрын
You forgot the Kershaw Atmos. It's really light, with a deep carry pocket clip that hides the knife in the pocket. The clip is reversible to left-hand carry as well. The 8cr13mov blade is a hollow grind at about 3 inches in length. I'm not a huge fan of the speed safe assisted opening, but for the price tag of around $40 US, it's a good option. For small hands, the fraxion is essentially the same thing at a slightly smaller size.
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent pick! -DCA
@mikezmit340 3 жыл бұрын
Got a Böker Urban Trapper Petite flipper, where I have removed the clip, and lightly sanded down all the non-chamfered edges - drops to the bottom of my front pocket and I don't even notice it's there.
@etherealicer 3 жыл бұрын
I have the FR Flipper, slightly wider... great knife (I have anodized it blue and it is gorgeous). Though I have to say, it is easy to put pressure on the lockbar, making flipping it hard.
@Zero_8347 2 жыл бұрын
I really like linerless frn handles
@jamesharris1493 3 жыл бұрын
I own the Benchmade military green knife Bugout in a serrated model but I was not fortunate enough to find one with a glass breaker? Spyderco has a nice line of small EDC knives with one called the persistent and the ambitious.
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
You could try the Bailout: kcoti.com/2FfqXOY Essentially an upgraded Bugout with a tanto blade, aluminum handles, and a glass breaker
@Daniel.Liddicoat 11 ай бұрын
Hogue Deka in Magnacut should be in this list. This season's hot new thing.
@guitarzarfun 3 жыл бұрын
Love my lst's
@Traderjoe 3 жыл бұрын
David is the best spokesman, bar none
@JohnC29 3 жыл бұрын
I used a Gerber LST for years starting just after it first came out.
@LAG3 3 жыл бұрын
Me too. I wish I still had my original model w mirror polished blade.
@FullyAdamatic 3 жыл бұрын
I had many Gerbers of that time, "coffin Bowie, Mark 1, Magnum Jr.
@Mike-hk3vq 3 жыл бұрын
Haha I think most of us started with a gerber. Mine was a paraframe.
@LAG3 3 жыл бұрын
@@FullyAdamatic Me too. Outback Bowie, Frisco Shiv, Guardian 1, original Bolt Action folder.
@JohnC29 3 жыл бұрын
@@Mike-hk3vq When I held a paraframe in the store, I stopped buying Gerber folders until the fastball
@stratobungle 3 жыл бұрын
My Hogue Deka ABLE at 2.3 oz. makes me so happy, added a MXG Gear deep carry Ti clip (technically for the ZT0450, works fine) and spent half of what the (lovely) ZT0707 costs in total. Lovin' their take on the Axis lock, the killer Blue Lava G-10 scales and that CPM-20CV modified Wharncliffe blade! (yep, got it from you guys - not sure why you left it off this list?)
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
There were a lot of cool knives that didn't make the list. I couldn't even keep it to a top ten in this case lol! The Bugout out wins vs the Deka in the weight department, so I didn't think it would be right to show the Hogue in this case, even though I love it and it is quite a bargain these days. I also love their ABLE Lock - definitely the crossbar lock to beat these days imo. Other notables that just missed out were the We Angst and Cold Steel Mini Tuff-Lite, both definitely worthy. -DCA
@stratobungle 3 жыл бұрын
@@knifecenter Completely understood, all is forgiven! I am just happy with all the excellent and informative uploads comin' from you guys at the shop...
@UR_Excluded 3 жыл бұрын
The Buck blade shape is just the best looking to me. 110 or 112. The original real deal.
@joshuap6569 3 жыл бұрын
I love my dragonfly I've owned it for years, I have lots of knives but it always ends up in my pocket
@knifeaddict1014 3 жыл бұрын
Great video DCA!! I’m looking for a good little neck knife or a little pocket folder! Something in the $100-250 range with a good blade steel! What’s your recommendation?
@3vanguardofthephoenix335 3 жыл бұрын
What do you want your knife to do? Be small and light, maybe sacrificing strength? Do you want a meat cleaver for butchering? Do you want a more self defense knife? Do you want something classy you could sport at a wedding without it being an "agressive" bowie knife? Depends on what you want from your knife. In my opinion ive never worn a neck knife, they seem a little to small, or if they are bigger, too heavy a burden on mah neck lol. If you want a neck knife because they are "quick deploy tactical" think about this. If someone is trying to rob you or whatever, whats the possibility that you cant get your shirt up and pull your neck knife out? I think in most cases an assisted opening folder will probably be better suited for self defense. Depending on where you live there may be laws worth looking into to see if its legal to carry certain knives. Here in South Dakota, as long as its on the hip, youre golden cowboy. Guns, bowie knives, asp baton. Whatever suits your fancy, it just cannot be concealed Hope this evokes some thought, to help you make a wise and satisfying decision! Best of luck
@charlesdudek7713 3 жыл бұрын
I have an original Spyderco Delica Clipit. It weighs just 1.8oz
@chupsforchups9894 3 жыл бұрын
What facet of blade steel is the most important to you when considering edc knives?
@timothysmith2101 3 жыл бұрын
For me.... edge retention.
@etaknar 3 жыл бұрын
We all agree that the design of your shirt is unflattering to your shape. The stripes should be on the top of the shoulders. Love the vids, relaxing and informative.
@forester057 3 жыл бұрын
Lol I think I had that Gerber in college. Must’ve found it cause I had NO money to buy knives.
@logicalmisery3737 Жыл бұрын
I hate that most product pages don't mention grip thickness, and even detailed videos hardly ever pop on the calipers for that dimension.
@TechWarrior04 3 жыл бұрын
Try the Benchmade Osborne 940 with S90V steel and carbon fiber handles. Expensive, but very nice!
@ftn5546 3 жыл бұрын
That's The 940-1 yes.
@timothypatterson1382 3 жыл бұрын
Not the cheapest but the usefulness of a Microtech Dirac with one side serrated is hard to beat for the size and weight.
@tadeubanks7550 3 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking you missed the Civivi Odium...great knife...2.5 ounce
@bennymalone 3 жыл бұрын
CRKT INARA deserves a mention, another Rogers design with similar action to the CEO but even slimmer and lighter I think!
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
Nice one!
@the6cow6god6 3 жыл бұрын
sog ultra xr vs zt 707 which would you prefer for "fades away in pocket" knife and go.........
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
The SOG is lighter but takes up more width... even so, I think it would "fade" more -DCA
@PoetFisherman 3 жыл бұрын
Spyderco Native 5 Salt, 2.5 ounces of yellow goodness
@markcameroon6613 Жыл бұрын
argg i just dont know which too choose im thinking bench made
@artemkanarchist 3 жыл бұрын
Blimey, I think I’ve got something going on with wee knives in top notch steels...
@Zero_8347 2 жыл бұрын
I gotta get that k390 dragonfly
@scarlettrobin6381 3 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t have made this video at a better time, I’m looking for a small light weight and cheap blade, essentially to be used as a glorified box cutter xD
@CadillacDriver 3 жыл бұрын
Rat 1 pisses on all of these.
@dwightgaskins1301 Ай бұрын
check out the mini dozier. better deal than the dragon fly.
@chrisreuther4546 3 жыл бұрын
David! the thumb stud is reversible on the Ka-Bar Dozier!
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
Crap, I always forget that! -DCA
@rpc717 3 жыл бұрын
It is, but the action is so bad/nonexistent on it that it would be better served with a thumbnail groove.
@chipdiamond2628 3 жыл бұрын
Ceo is nice one
@redastrachan8978 3 жыл бұрын
No Mini Tuff Lite 🤔 Nice vid though!
@emiliobcn1611 2 жыл бұрын
The Spyderco UK Pk could be perfectly in this list.
@ftn5546 3 жыл бұрын
You missed the Benchmade 940-1 2.44 oz 3.4" S90-V blade 4.47" carbon fiber grips 7.87" overall length Cross bar lock (Axis Lock) Ambidextrous thumb studs Reversible clip that could be swapped out for a deep carry clip or even a deep carry mini clip to shave a fraction of an ounce. It's costly, but an excellent knife.
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
That is a great one!
@deanalbertson7203 3 жыл бұрын
Dragonfly!
@Kamilkime 3 жыл бұрын
The dragonfly timestamp seems to be broken :/
@neilfoster9517 2 жыл бұрын
Wish you could ship to Canada
@MarkRVillano 3 жыл бұрын
No Cold Steel Espada?
@johnd48 3 жыл бұрын
The only issue I have with the CEO is that it's thick behind the edge. It hasn't been the best knife during my lunch break. I've recently switched to the Civivi Rustic Gent for my office carry
@yur1y9 3 жыл бұрын
great video) need "the best knives under 3 inches in 2020" video)
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
Ask and ye shall receive! - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ibtddpSKlr2ciGQ.html
@yur1y9 3 жыл бұрын
@@knifecenter what about "the best budget knives under 3 inches of 2020" video?
@jaysgood10 3 жыл бұрын
My slightly smaller than average hands thank you. 🙌🏻
@oscr_zen 3 жыл бұрын
great idea for a video! got to love them knives! but not bugout - plastic for 150 bucks haha
@bullred21101 3 жыл бұрын
How dare you forget the Hogue Deka! I carry it over the Bugout every day!
@stratobungle 3 жыл бұрын
Didn't see your comment until after I blathered on and on about how much I love mine, as well! Don't know why I just can't get into the Bugout - if I had to get a Benchmade, I suppose I'd get the Bailout in green alum w/M4 steel... but I would worry about their springs!
@bullred21101 3 жыл бұрын
@@stratobungle I dig my 940.. I rarely carry my mini grip or Bugout
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
Love the Deka! -DCA
@grimace8560 3 жыл бұрын
love my ceo
@LTT.Official 3 жыл бұрын
My favorite lightweight is the my Vox F3......wait no, what.
@angelheart7643 3 жыл бұрын
I really miss the fantastic Cold Steel Air Lite in your list.
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
Too heavy :)
@angelheart7643 3 жыл бұрын
@@knifecenter it's light as air and too heavy? 😂
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
3.2 ounces. We capped this list at 2.5 :)
@angelheart7643 3 жыл бұрын
@@knifecenter i see. No problem.Damn my lightest CS knife AK 47 Mini XHP is not so light... But I hope you like the AL as much as it deserves...
@johncarter6238 3 жыл бұрын
The benchmade bugout is NR 1
@JohnC29 3 жыл бұрын
check out the WE Angst.
@dwightehowell8179 3 жыл бұрын
A cold steel secret edge on a chain under your cloths can remove the need to carry other blades. Of course I can stick a cold steel Luzon knife in my pocket with a six inch blade and nobody is going to be any the wiser unless they search me.
@BrentonCarr 3 жыл бұрын
Why does everyone miss how that compression lock actually functions.
@RobertOrtiz1015 3 жыл бұрын
Video on best non locking “international legal” knives! Please!!!!
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
Here ya go kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lbxihM5jvNCrm6s.html
@RobertOrtiz1015 3 жыл бұрын
@@knifecenter saw those but what KZfaq doesn’t have is a list of knifes approved to carry lets say in Japan or UK or europe! Just an idea for some videos... plus i am moving to japan and info is really scarce
@kendrajones984 3 жыл бұрын
get a butter knife.
@jamesbarry6248 3 жыл бұрын
he should have added the Kershaw Reverb at only 1.6 oz.
@stan1027 3 жыл бұрын
What does EDC mean?
@knifecenter 3 жыл бұрын
everyday carry
@stan1027 3 жыл бұрын
@@knifecenter thanks!
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