"Budget High-End" Production Knives + Pick one!

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@678rwhp 5 жыл бұрын

Love this class. It's where 90 percent of collectors live at least for a good portion of time in the collecting lifespan. Plus it's really the most interesting class to talk about as this is where the manufacturers take chances. So many knives in so many styles in this class.

@JMichaelRReed-io2vx 5 жыл бұрын

Guys. This is brilliant. High-end budget makes 100% sense. Let’s make it a thing.

@mclovin6993 5 жыл бұрын

This price range of knives have been getting better and better, so grateful for that.

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

agreed

@alec5610 5 жыл бұрын

I'm surprised that the mini sheepdog steel upgrade, to 154CM, was not mentioned. With the price remaining at $69 its a STEEL of a deal!

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

it is! it's definitely in this class

@dpax7965 5 жыл бұрын

I like the idea of keeping this category under 100$, while getting rid of the 8cr, and staying above 20$. I like the Tangrim in this group.

@paullambert4445 2 жыл бұрын

12 c27 and 14 c28 are outstanding. I have several Scandinavian knives with these steels and their edge holding is great. I use some of them for carving and they hold up to hardwoods. Your videos are always fun!

@jasonclark8921 5 жыл бұрын

I really like the blue front flipper. Hope y'all have a great weekend. BEST KNIFE CHANNEL EVER.

@hyperdiddlydoo 5 жыл бұрын

I bought my WE 617e from your recommendation and I am so glad I did! Of course I used your link and got a cool pic to boot ;) The knife feels very well made.

@superfly2201 5 жыл бұрын

This is a great topic. I find more and more of these $50-$100 knives in my mailbox these days. I really like the Giant Mouse Ace Iona. For 99 bucks and m390 with its snappy action, it's become one of my favorites.

@JasonTheHitman 5 жыл бұрын

I instantly picked the Knockout when the video came on. But 2nd I would say it's a battle between Kizer, and Bestech. Similar materials and actions, but it would come down to personal preference on blade steel.

@HollywoodTacticool 3 жыл бұрын

fantastic idea, budget high end knives. i think it's absolutely a relevant category now. re-watching this again.

@evilagelist3089 5 жыл бұрын

14c28n is hands down the best in my opinion. It doesn't stay sharp forever but it keeps it's shaving sharp edge longer.

@TheKnifeBeater 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video guys. I would have to say VG10 or D2 is my fav budget steel.

@thebeast14086 5 жыл бұрын

Love watching your vids. Always out a smile on my face. Great choice with the bareknuckle

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

thank you for the support!

@thebeast14086 5 жыл бұрын

@@BirdShotIV no worries at all. Thanks for the reply!

@DokDo1995 3 жыл бұрын

I have a Maxace Samurai that I love to use and carry...Awesome knife with a beautiful tanto blade...

@unclecow 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video guys very interesting my favorite steel is probably n690 good steel and easy to sharpen

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

thank you unclecow

@JMichaelRReed-io2vx 5 жыл бұрын

To me action and fit and finish is what should qualify for budget high-end. We know we’re not getting the super steels under $100, but if it is made well, I’d call it budget high-end.

@efcruzado 5 жыл бұрын

I’d pick the 617, Praxis and Vector. I own 7 knives from that collection. I love that the HOOTENANNY! is still high on your list of fave knives. 👍🏽🔪

@AlexanderSLeBlanc 5 жыл бұрын

JcruzR 2 I have the praxis and vector and agree with you on those two. They are absolutely amazing for the price. Actually got the vector for $13.50 on a Black Friday sale. It’s a steal even at $45.

@efcruzado 5 жыл бұрын

Alexander LeBlanc Yup, I got the black for $13.50 and the blue for 31.50. $45 total! 👍🏽🔪

@Acelryss 5 жыл бұрын

I have his brother the Backslash. Awesome knifes!

@efcruzado 5 жыл бұрын

Matias K Dyed my Tan Baklash to dark red. 👍🏽🔪

@Acelryss 5 жыл бұрын

@@efcruzado Got a tan too. do you have photos of the knife?

@ocomegashadowstacking5886 5 жыл бұрын

Really amazing knifes/blades video😄👍💚💚💚!!!

@johnscarborough4746 5 жыл бұрын

I just bought my first TwoSun, there’s a lot of quality in that brand. Also very impressed with Bestech & Tuya, although Tuya is a tad overpriced in comparison to other brands in the price range.

@AlexanderSLeBlanc 5 жыл бұрын

The 9CR18MOV steel has been working great for me. I use the Civivi Praxis and it’s edge holds up almost as well as my D2 blades but it is far more rust resistant. Kind of reminds me of my VG10 blades but it seems to be a little bit better. Not sure just how good it is but I like it better than 14C28N.

@glenngoins3100 5 жыл бұрын

440c my favorite! Holds an edge, and sharpens easy!

@timbo4374 5 жыл бұрын

Steel Will has new knives out in G10 now..Piercer, Tenet, Lanner..all between 50 and 70 bucks that should be in there. I like D2 or 14C28N best for budget. I don't care what Frankie says..D2 is a great budget steel, lol.I have never had a rust problem, but if I did, I'd just coat it with butcher block conditioner like I do with my 1095 woods knives. Stuff works great. I do love my Bareknuckle. Good picks.

@stephenscharff6358 5 жыл бұрын

Qsp Mamba they do a vg10 on the Mamba and that's around a $70 knife with ball bearing couple handle options real beautiful knige

@Maddawwg45 5 жыл бұрын

ok im gonna go with D2 as my steel pick but my personal knife pick is one u dont have on this video and its a Tuya Bruiser i love both of mine there buttery smooth

@larpology5282 5 жыл бұрын

wow what timing i was just going thru all these "budget high ends" intending to pick one out :) i settled on the Bestech Lion because massdrop has em for 36.99 shipped rn

@dwarvengamesmith9726 4 жыл бұрын

Opening tip on the Spydercos grip it by the hole on the blade and flip the handle down. You'll open easily one handed into a high control top grip. I've been opening a Spyderco police like this for 15 years.

@odstp1tv1pr37 3 жыл бұрын

When in stock you can definitely get Kershaw links in 20cv and m390. An amazing deal

@Orochi_001 5 жыл бұрын

My vote goes to the We 617F (the tan is actually tan!). I haven’t carried a knife so much since the PM2. I hope it stays in their rotation

@moshebacov133 5 жыл бұрын

Really like the knives on that table and the topic of this video, I only think you should have included the CH knives over there, love those.

@luosnogard333 5 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't have got rid of the Praxis. I love that knife.

@mrstarfishh33 5 жыл бұрын

Nice surprise pick on the metamorph. I still need to try one out.

@brandon_crow1291 5 жыл бұрын

I'd have to say either 14c28 or properly heat treated 440c. They're easy to sharpen, maintain, and they take an amazing edge. But that's just me. I will say though another things is action. For instance I have a knife I got from big 5 for $40. The blade steal is 8cr13 but it has a very smooth axis lock, its on bearings, the handle scales are g10 and the liners are skeletonised. To me I try and find a good mix between materials and action.

@Nerdferly 5 жыл бұрын

It's a good day, was able to snag a black micarta TRM neutron on bladehq before they sold out.

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

nice!

@joecameron3674 4 жыл бұрын

So what I'm gettin' is that you guy's like good less expensive manufacturers high end knives better then the higher end manufacturers lower end product. Is that about right? Great stuff guys!!👊🦥

@justindelarosa9752 Жыл бұрын

I agree! Put the blade steel on the knife especially for companies that make several different versions of the same model knife.

@outeredge6483 5 жыл бұрын

Great video guys. The 617 would be my pick by looks an smoothness but never handled the bare knuckle. If the 617 didn’t have that harpoon thing on it I’d love it even more.

@elgato3535 5 жыл бұрын

Kershaw knockout! Better yet the $95 M390 exclusive Knockout from USA made blade. Its the best Knife for the money.

@walkercobb2808 5 жыл бұрын

I didn't know they made an M390 version! I've been kicking myself for not grabbing the elmax version a few years ago.

@graeme13 5 жыл бұрын

I only have the wood version of the Delica, but it’s a one handed knife for me. I am not a big lock back fan, but it’s a fine EDC blade.

@usfbound19 5 жыл бұрын

Bare knuckle all the way. Also the Civivi Aquila and Statera are awesome

@rowdyron4111 5 жыл бұрын

Just got a Pagan, and a Frankie drawing. Nice!

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

love those!

@Jimatuscc 4 жыл бұрын

You are both sooo right!

@joshuasutton2163 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I watched the whole thing. I would probably go with the Begleiter. I work on a farm, and my Steel Will Cutjack gets a bit gunked up with all the hay dust, so bearings would probably be a bit less resistant to that. The 607 and the Praxxis look pretty darn good tho.....just nervous about those bearings.

@mikeprice3064 5 жыл бұрын

took me awhile to like the civivi wyvern but this thing is a weightless wonder for 50 bucks and i like american and german d2 s35vn is my favorite so far

@joshuafroughton4171 4 жыл бұрын

Try m390. You'll shit pants

@hervue85 5 жыл бұрын

Every video from you guys are always so fun. I remember when nutnfancy used to not have ad vids. I really enjoy your contents, interactions, energy, and non-ad videos. Lol. I've had somebody ask if "utilitarian" was a real word when I was talking about my Mora Kansbol -______-

@WVKnifeLife 5 жыл бұрын

The first thing that pops into my mind and this price range and category is the massdrop Ferrum Forge Gent. Fantastic knife for $79.99

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

agreed, great knife

@herstal54s 5 жыл бұрын

great choice with the bareknuckle

@maelmissier3378 5 жыл бұрын

I love that tanto Kubey.

@nilaypatel2965 5 жыл бұрын

Surprised y'all tossed aside the mini grip so quickly. Fantastic one-handed action and 154CM. Granted, it is slightly plasticy. Love your videos!

@ArikGST 5 жыл бұрын

14c28n would be my budget steel choice. As long as the blade is well heattreated that steel can hold a very low angle edge and cut for ages. Sandvik steels in general are well suited for super low angle edges, I am talking 12-10 degrees per side kinda edges. They were made for that, but these chinese knife makers often put the steel on super bulky blades which is counter-productive :/ VG10, N690, 440c and D2 are all good budget choices, but really the heattreat and the blade geometry is a more important factor anyways, and a lot of these low end knives have terrible heattreatment in my (granted, limited) experience.

@angryd5552 5 жыл бұрын

I think you guys are right in line with a higher end budget category. I have stayed away from 14c28n since my knockout. It's a nightmare to sharpen and I am little hesitant that's just the way that steel is. It's is very possible it is just me though......

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

have sharpened it a couple times (a different Knockout and a Leek), didn't notice anything unusual about it

@ohioknifelover 5 жыл бұрын

If you talk to Kershaw about it they may help you out! Maybe you just have a bad blade

@mattszymanski4684 5 жыл бұрын

I told my self I'm going to move towards customs or limited in 2019. I would only buy a PM2 in LC200N and a Bareknuckle in M390. I baught a few China D2's and 3 Byrd knives in 8cr13 and one in BD1. I did modify the Byrd's and baught lynch clips for them. The best steel is the one in your pocket. Enjoy the variety. I still carry a Ganzo depending on the day.

@allenshaffer1150 5 жыл бұрын

The gerber 06 assisted is a pretty good choice for this it comes in at 60 at my Walmart it’s got g10 scales I don’t remember the steel but it’s got a nice tanto blade and tho it’s a little big yes if it’s a last night island Type of deal I’d not mind I’ve beat the crap outta that thing and it hasn’t begun to phase it

@6pistons 5 жыл бұрын

I still love the no frills simple Delica4.

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

they are awesome, just not this category

@nebulamask81 5 жыл бұрын

I agree with Frankie, kick out all that D2 stuff.

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

lol

@ohioknifelover 5 жыл бұрын

If you’re not carrying in as Utilititty then it should be okay 😂

@genoedcknifecollecter1538 4 жыл бұрын

Is there anywere to buy a new kizer zipper pouch I lost one :(

@adammartinez1764 3 жыл бұрын

Will you be doing reviews on some cool hand knives? They been making some pretty good budget knives lately. I know this is an older video but they would definitely fit in with a high end low budget.

@blitzbbffl 5 жыл бұрын

Bird should have went with the WE. It's nicely contoured G10 scales and Nested Liners set it apart as a premium feel knife. Btw, I live in SW FL and none of my D2 blades show corrosion. This is a great topic!!

@Mike-zr6fb 5 жыл бұрын

Can anyone tell me what the black knife on the bottom row, all the way on the right is? Thank you!

@theknifeconnection9571 4 жыл бұрын

Considering you can get m390 for 80 in a Kershaw link. Or you can get 20cv in the barenuckle for 100. It's hard to say

@coryvapes6673 5 жыл бұрын

A few years ago you guys did a comparison video. A ganzo knife against a higher end knife. You cut rope to do it. Would you be willing to out the steels from this video to that test, to find the best? My vote is D2.

@Abby_Normal_1969 5 жыл бұрын

Kizer GTI in S35VN for $90, Kizer Begleiter VG10 for $58, Kershaw Link in M390 for $80, the Cold Steel Code 4 mentioned below in either XHP or S35VN, and Spyderco Centofante III in VG10 for $74. All fantastic Budget High-end knives.

@andrewhaley8992 5 жыл бұрын

Th fh11 is a steal. Super nice knife, love it. Would have paid 50 and still been happy.

@jps2989 5 жыл бұрын

Blade steel depends on were I live and what will my normal use for the knife is. If it is hard use d2 If not vg10 .

@starkparker16 5 жыл бұрын

What's the best knife in the Wonder Steel, sweeping the nation category?

@tazsworld9693 5 жыл бұрын

Hey you know I got a Kizer dukes today in the post based on you guys recommends I am very happy with it came with perfect centering and hair popping sharpness out of of the box thank you both "iam not one of thouse guys" tmi ( no jugement )

@jeffcon123 5 жыл бұрын

I just ordered a WE roxi.. we is my fav company right now..

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

great brand, great knife!

@Brewhound77 5 жыл бұрын

I really thought it would come down to the Bareknuckle and the Hootenanny

@7Steels 5 жыл бұрын

D2 was the steel used by a number of custom knife makers of the 80s-90s for fixed blade knives. For me, I prefer S35vn which wasn't on your chart for folding knives. I wear my knives inside my waist band, so D2 is definitely not the the steel for that type of carry. My favorite knife design would be the WE 617, but with S35VN blade. I love big folders. Nice Review...you guys were made for each other.

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

lol thanks for watching!

@AlterMacGyver 5 жыл бұрын

I think these knives all definitely have to be < $100, but beyond that I think it requires at least 2 of 3 categories: blade steel > 8cr, fidgetable action, g10/metal handles. This applies to every item on your table you set out for this. Only problem with these three criteria is that the FRN Chaparral is a stellar piece, and I'd argue it def fits in this category, but it doesn't fit two or more of them. It just has a certain value to it that's hard to reduce to a set of criteria

@OnlyGamingClips Жыл бұрын

Would a K390 Dragonfly or CPM M4 Delica make the cut just based on Steel alone?

@MrBlessed70 5 жыл бұрын

14C28N is for me, the best all-around budget steel. I Love The Real Steel Megalodon (budget version). Also, The QSP Copperhead is fantastic as well as some Ruike models!I wish The Besttech Paladin came in 14C28N steel or CPM S35VN

@tomweingart2337 5 жыл бұрын

Like the Cross Bones!

@andrewhaley8992 5 жыл бұрын

I would like to see a link to some of those blades, I'm not familiar with a lot of those.

@shaggy_e210 5 жыл бұрын

I like 14c28n for utility... I use the crap out of my ruike p801

@Airik1111bibles 4 жыл бұрын

Awwww your pug looks like my Zoe pug ....she loves to bark at cars that travel north...She don't care about cars that go south on our road 😂 She spins 50 times before deciding she doesn't want to poop there and then goes and spins 50 times elsewhere... Pugs are hilarious I love her.

@BirdShotIV 4 жыл бұрын

Lol they really are so weird! They are the best and so funny! -Frankie

@natek1993 5 жыл бұрын

You should have had the Kershaw Dividend in m390. $80 is a steal.

@reaper117nobody7 5 жыл бұрын

Tops mini scandi rides that hundred dollar line but made by maserin, n690, micarta and ultra smooth best high end budget you'll find

@bretth5070 5 жыл бұрын

Really like my Cold Steel Code 4 with CTS-XHP steel for around $80. Not sure if it meets the requirements for "budget high end" but the steel is high end and the price is within your budget parameters?

@brandonwagner9329 5 жыл бұрын

Agreed. The cold steel Recon 1 or American lawman would be my choice. G-10, S35vn, and the strongest lock.

@bretth5070 5 жыл бұрын

@@brandonwagner9329 Agreed. Two other good offerings from Cold Steel.

@coreystafford7008 5 жыл бұрын

Surprised to not see the new mini griptillians from Benchmade

@FriENTlyFire 4 жыл бұрын

I think the 9CR18MOV is a big contender for best budget steel nowadays. It's at or just above the level of VG-10

@7hands841 5 жыл бұрын

The WE 617 is the best of the bunch. Chinese D2 has more chromium so it might have less corrosion spotting on it's blade.

@walkercobb2808 5 жыл бұрын

For the Kershaw Knockout, they made a short run of them in Elmax for like $90, and I still kick myself for not getting it. That would be a real contender here.

@dustingaddis2423 5 жыл бұрын

Gotta include the Dividend, right? House of Blades has them with S35VN and a deep carry clip for $90. There's also the super-hard-to-find M390 steel version, also for $90. Yeah, it's assisted. But it's got a nice thin blade, great materials, and made in the USA.

@dustingaddis2423 5 жыл бұрын

There's also the carbon fiber Leek with CPM-154, usually can be found for under $100

@mattszymanski4684 5 жыл бұрын

The Mamba is a fantastic knife.

@domdomsixsix 5 жыл бұрын

"Je ne sais quoi" translate word for word to "i don't know what". Used when you can't put in words why you love something or somebody. Yes it is french.

@chrisfranks2215 5 жыл бұрын

What about Artisan?? They have an awesome budget line.

@larpology5282 5 жыл бұрын

Kizer Vangaurd Vigor should definitely make it

@dahag2996 5 жыл бұрын

I have one. Great blade!

@links8b 5 жыл бұрын

Sad that the Hornet doesnt make appearances anymore, that beats out my praxis most times

@biranit50 5 жыл бұрын

i believe the blue knife with the funny flipper should be deployed by pulling with the forefinger not pushed with the thumb

@aaronmulcahy2004 5 жыл бұрын

Bareknuckle is the way to go.

@johnwest4492 4 жыл бұрын

Ya guy's I got my Vector for 32.00 bucks on Amozon it's an Awesome knife, and I believe it was recommended by you witch makes even more Awesome, so thank you :))

@Acelryss 5 жыл бұрын

Sorry 8cr13Mov is the best if you buy a Kershaw, There is something in the heating process or something else. I don´t know. Edge retention is a little bit lower than most S35 and so, so easy to sharpen. just a ceramic rod and it is razor sharp again. I have a WE Wisp Frame and a Kershaw Injection. The WE knife is awesome to look but if I go outside in the wild I will always bring the Kershaw Injection with me.

@genoedcknifecollecter1538 4 жыл бұрын

I would choose the kizer or tangrim,

@nathanthomas4630 5 жыл бұрын

What about the vanguard Kizer mini sheepdog? I do think the We knife would win if it had a different steel, fun video!

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

Vanguard Sheepdog is in this class

@The_Toyota_Hunter 5 жыл бұрын

You guys should check out the ganzo fh21! Your review will determine if I buy it or not.

@brandonbishop7932 5 жыл бұрын

My pick would be a Kershaw m390 dividend $85 or a Kershaw s30v blur $75.

@paulhelm5384 5 жыл бұрын

Watching you guys struggle flipping that front flipper, confirmed my distaste for them.

@attic42 5 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure why our lovely KZfaq couple had such a hard time flipping that knife, but I can definitely say that the Metamorph is a wonderful front flipper. Lots of fun and smooth as heck. When I got my hands on my first front flipper, it was (in a way) like my first time learning to Spydie flick - only much harder. I felt almost powerless. Like a newb of newbs. Kinda like someone who doesn't know how to work a liner lock-only worse, because I couldn't OPEN the darn thing. But now I find it fun and effortless. And after owning 6) I have an appreciation for front flippers (for a number of reasons, but this isn't the place to get into the reasons-I'll see you on reddit). Anyway, what I meant to say is that the Metamorph is an awesome front flipper. (And perhaps my favorite KZfaq couple just need a bit of practice.)

@BirdShotIV 5 жыл бұрын

It was the blue one, it’s still so new. The green is so much better. -Frankie

@abc456f 5 жыл бұрын

I have a boos blade smoke tm and can't get the front flipper thing down. Love the knife but it's palsy time when I try to flip it. No more front flippers for me.

@paulhelm5384 5 жыл бұрын

@@abc456f Palsy time...lol