Hidden Gems of the Knife World

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Hidden Gems of the Knife World

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When it comes to our best-selling knife roundups, certain names float to the top, but that crowds out other fantastic knives that are hiding right in plain sight! Check them out here: kcoti.com/3HCnaFo
These fixed blade and folding knives all have that little something that puts them over the top, whether it's great build quality, innovative design, or incredible value. That is why we are determined not to let these great models slip through the cracks.
Featured Knives
0:00 Great Knives Hiding in Plain Sight
0:56 Moki Kronos: kcoti.com/3Mq4hJJ
2:23 Old Bear Classical Medium: kcoti.com/3K4PFxh
4:11 Brisa (EnZo) Birk: kcoti.com/3tdPk4w
5:52 Kizer Vanguard Gemini and Justice: kcoti.com/3pu5KVb
8:32 Bestech Texel and Bobcat: kcoti.com/3vtRS17
10:59 Outdoor Edge Divide and Conquer: kcoti.com/3psHnaE
12:50 USA-Made Camillus Knives: kcoti.com/3Iv2KiW
14:48 Casstrom Sweden No.10: kcoti.com/3sHgSjT
16:21 Boker Arbolito Hunter: kcoti.com/36TxaO1
17:59 Kanetsune Kitchen Knives: kcoti.com/3vvnkfn
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@hazardousmatter2 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you are making this video. There are mainstream knives that people love, but there are some of us who want something a little less mainstream. Great video as always!

@cagneybillingsley2165 2 жыл бұрын

all folding knives without the flipper finger guard/choil is a fail. all locks are fallible. the flipper finger guard is an important and mandatory feature. a 500 dollar knife without it is worth less than a tick on a dog's butt

@pounceonyou1958 2 жыл бұрын

Hi guys, please assist me in getting these 2 fixed blade knives in Magnacut blade steel put into production by Bark River Knives, these are ideal bushcraft-survival-hunting knives. Bravo 1 Hunter LT CPM.Magnacut Gunny Hunter LT CPM.Magnacut Place your request at, DLT Trading and Knives Ship Free and go to Contact Us and request one of these, if you ask for it to be made available for Pre-Order, then you get a choice of handle materials and colors, pins and liners.

@veraxknives0331 2 жыл бұрын

This is literally why I do what I do. But please don't ask me for anything I am rather.. backed up on orders/rethinking my non profit deal albeit I won't make this a job and. That's inevitably going to happen so ya. Give me a few weeks if you want a custom. (EDC blade copies in other steels can be done within a day - my buddy has a 3D laser mapping thing and a 5 axis NC that makes very short work of . Literally exact copies to the TEN thousandth of a millimeter.. yes it's beyond what most companies are using. That's always available for anyone who is a decent guy.

@veraxknives0331 2 жыл бұрын

More correct I'm backed up on bidens bullshit and materials. Not time and orders per se* except for someone who asked for a 15v knife and sourcing 15v *RELIABLY* without the contacts that I don't have and I honestly don't want - is not so easy. Yes I did what I could to talk him out of that alloy. He understands it.

@whammofammo7346 2 жыл бұрын

I hope this becomes a regular series, there are so many "hidden jems" like Moki.

@artmonkster 2 жыл бұрын

More more more!!! Loved this DCA! This is why I keep coming back to watch your vids and why I always return to knife center to buy. I really appreciate how much knowledge you have and share. I really love eclectic stuff. As a designer by trade I do a lot of research and always want something different. This was right up my alley and I look forward to this becoming a regular series🤞🏽

@clancyson Жыл бұрын

Good 👍 job, looking forward to your next video

@bennyc409 2 жыл бұрын

This absolutely needs to be a series guys!

@johnboyd7158 2 жыл бұрын

So glad to see MOKI knife. I have owned several and they are fantastic. Beautiful, tough and so very well made.

@spaceman1999 2 жыл бұрын

Please make this a series ! It’s nice to see different knives that are kinda overlooked because of the popularity of some brands. Learn a lot watching you guys. It really helps in making a purchase from Knife Center. You guys have excellent service. Thanks.

@excat 2 жыл бұрын

I think this could and should easily be done monthly. There are tons of excellent knives that don't get the attention they deserve.

@excat 2 жыл бұрын

@WhatsApp me ±❶❽❶⑧②⑤②❾❶❼❽ Reported....

@AJLikesCats 2 жыл бұрын

@@excat Yeah, I'm going through and reporting it too 😕

@adequategamerag3496 2 жыл бұрын

More hidden gems please . I love boker and never knew about that fixed blade . Awesome picks thanks for the videos .

@Ajaxykins 2 жыл бұрын

I have the esculta bowie from the arbolito line and I gotta say it is a fantastic knife!

@adequategamerag3496 2 жыл бұрын

@@Ajaxykins I'll definitely check that out thanks man .

@pounceonyou1958 2 жыл бұрын

@mattkandel2449 2 жыл бұрын

I wish they'd add more to the arbolito line. Good quality stuff!

@marcosvilardi2085 2 жыл бұрын

Argentinian here. Arbolito means "little tree" in spanish and makes reference to the tree symbol for which the tree brand is known for. Along with Yarara (a much younger brand) is one of the two main cutlery manufacturers of the region. Most Argentinos own an arbolito (via purchase or be inherited) and we are quite proud of them.

@Palit0w95 Жыл бұрын

Uno solo? xD

@marcosvilardi2085 Жыл бұрын

@@Palit0w95 Unos cuantos jaja

@cab927 2 жыл бұрын

I like this as a series you can call it warehouse deep dive or something warehouse finds

@NewAgeofAwesome 2 жыл бұрын

I haven’t bought a knife in over a year but watching this made me go buy one of those Brisa birk 75s. Thanks DCA I love that it’s a folding Finnish puukko basically.

@TheStreamingEnderman 2 жыл бұрын

I'd love more of these! I actually have a Classical Carbon Old Bear (Medium). It's quite nice!

@charlescollier7217 2 жыл бұрын

Mr. Andersen, thank you for this. That Black micarta Kizer Gemini is an absolute gem. I got it because it was introduced at an even lower price and I've never looked back. Could fidget with it all day. As an additional gem, I nominate the Ruike Hornet. It's my favorite small fixed blade. It's got an elegant and efficient drop point blade shape, super slicey high flat grind, tough but easy-to-maintain 14C28N steel, skeletonized G-10 handle scales for a skinny but secure grip, chamfered edges and outstanding overall ergonomics, and it has an uber-versatile carry system. Add to that, it's very easy on the eye AND it comes in under $50. Unbeatable.

@cab927 2 жыл бұрын

Boker has some seriously underrated stuff

@MarkRVillano 2 жыл бұрын

I feel that if you're talking about, or recommending knives within a certain price range, going ten dollars over the limit is acceptable as long as you can make a good "value" or "quality" argument for a particular knife's inclusion. Obviously, this doesn't include the "$10 or Less" category.

@TylerHaley 2 жыл бұрын

i love this series. i think u could have made a whole video on just civivi. i think u could go through every company and find a few

@tjsounier4785 2 жыл бұрын

The Boker caught my eye!

@timlong3857 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! More of this. The mainstream popular knives get all of the screen time and press. So many great knife companies that I need to know about! Keep this series going DCA!

@gabeeg 2 жыл бұрын

I really like the idea behind this series, hope you do it fairly regularly

@BC-ec5sj 2 жыл бұрын

Common now, the Kizer budget folders are not good, an understatement! I bought one a couple years ago that would not lock open and was very cheaply made. Sent it back immediately (not a KnifeCenter purchase). Their higher end knives might be alright, but once bitten, twice shy, Kizer never again. Bestech Mako flipper has superb action, the way to go with Bestech. Maybe the best action of any flipper I own. I got it at around $50, it is now about $70. Still worth it, a heavier duty EDC/outdoor folding knife. Maybe the best budget folder (under $75) I have ever bought.

@mrsliver45 2 жыл бұрын

It's always a pleasure watching your videos and learning about all things knife-related. My wife is jealous of my time spent watching your exceptionally thorough videos. Quick question: Do you have preferred storage/display methods (non-commercial) for your folding knives? I have paltry 46 folders in original boxes/packaging but I'm seeking an easier way to view them at a glance. I'm thinking foam-lined cases. Please educate me. Thanks 👍

@the_bove 2 жыл бұрын

That Brisa Birk is calling my name. Also I completely agree with you on the Kizer Gemini DCA, there's just something about the vanguard one that makes it feel indescribably better than the premium counterpart.

@andreigolovik3047 2 жыл бұрын

I have to say, since Kizer started tweaking how their pivots work (starting with the Begleiter 2), they have subjectively the best production action out of any brand. Their liner locks are pretty much perfect (button locks are a bit lacking compared to Civivi for now)

@jeremynedrow7003 2 жыл бұрын

I love the kizer sway back,it's way smoother than my Cogent or my Altus.

@tonycanniffe2360 2 жыл бұрын

Towser K

@jayr526 2 жыл бұрын

I have a couple of the Begleiters. They must be 1s. They are a few years old. If he is a great knife.

@Pharto_Stinkus 2 жыл бұрын

That Moki looks like an Al Mar Classic Falcon, Hawk, or Eagle, which I would also argue are hidden gems.

@knifecenter 2 жыл бұрын

Moki actually made those knives for Al Mar back in the day so the family resemblance is definitely recognizable, but now the Al Mars are made in China to a lower price/quality point -DCA

@Pharto_Stinkus 2 жыл бұрын

@@knifecenter I did not know Moki made those! Thanks for the info :)

@slick_slicers 2 жыл бұрын

I watched this because I saw the Kronos on the thumbnail. I’ve three Moki knives in my Japanese collection. They feature in the history of knife making in their connections with Gerber, Al Mar and Spyderco. The Enzo (Brisa) PK70 is my top recommendation for a U.K. carry. They were made in the Taichung factory in Taiwan, who are known for extremely high quality knives. Unfortunately, since I started pushing them, the PK70 is sold out and Denis at Brisa says he won’t be making any more… very sad! I’m a big fan of Böker knives, but I’ve not yet had any Arbolitos.

@RiderOftheNorth1968 Жыл бұрын

I am just a slight bit addicted to Moki. I have 8 of them.... All three sizes of both the Kronos series and the Ares. Add to that two Leaf (one wood and one mother of pearl). I believe it is the best fit and finish you can get for the money.

@kotogray8335 2 жыл бұрын

I can totally vouch for the Outdoor Edge Divide I have had one now for several years and I was really surprised when it came in the mail and was as good as it is It feels much better than one might believe without flipping it yourself

@matthewdancik5515 2 жыл бұрын

I've been wanting to buy a Casstrom for a very long time now, but am dragging my feet for one reason or another. The fit and finish really does appear to be second to none, and I will have one or five someday. Also, I think this would be a good series to add to the rotation of videos. I had zero knowledge of the Brisa brand until now, and now that I do I will definitely pay more attention to it. ( I really like the Birk you showed, but $146 feels a bit steep for D2 even with the the beautiful contouring of this green Micarta scales. Especially when S30v is offered for the same price. Just my opinion...)

@bradl.602 Жыл бұрын

Oh man am I glad Bestch is getting some spotlight! Got myself that Knife Center Exclusive S30V variant of the Swordfish model and the thing has been a dream!

@DeanMD77 2 жыл бұрын

For the Old Bear…do you still get the wood swelling when wet that occurs with Opinels? Love me some Opinel but could do without the swelling/blade vapor lock.

@Ed-527 2 жыл бұрын

The Kizer Gemini is a very nice knife, very light,very sharp and very well made, I am glad I added it to my collection.

@SoldMyKidsForKnives 2 жыл бұрын

I had one of those Kizer Gemini's. Loved (still love) it. I gave it to my son, and I will own it again. Great EDC knife.

@censusgary 2 жыл бұрын

One of the reasons so many folders aren’t very comfortable in the hand is the pocket clip. More often than not, the clip is a “hot spot.” You can remove the clip on most models, which often helps.

@scottrok13 2 жыл бұрын

[UPDATED 4/10/22 =I ordered 3 different Victorinox Huntsman models (with some accessories) for the family! ] Thank you for answering all these beginner’s questions. Can you direct me to a prior video or discuss low maintenance, smaller, good for multi-tasking, infrequently used/maintained, yet reliable fixed or locking blade multi-tasking knife (or paired with a multi-tool) all for under $50 per each teenager and spouse? Primarily for inclusion in each 3-day FEMA emergency kits, and an car camping trips with family members. If the teens get more interested, I hope they watch your your videos and upgrade in the future based on their own preferences and needs🤞🏼✌🏼🖖🏼

@mattkandel2449 2 жыл бұрын

This should be a series lol. So many cool knives go overlooked

@DJayPhresh 2 жыл бұрын

Added both the Kizer knives to my wishlist. I'm not normally a fan of Chinese-made stuff, but I've been really impressed with the quality of these knives. I have the Sheepdog mini, and it chews through anything I need it to at work without any issue. 154CM holds an edge great, and I imagine that N690 will as well. It's insane how good a price you can get some of these knife steels at these days.

@The4cp 2 жыл бұрын

I've just given the bestech swordfish and katana and love them.

@abc456f 2 жыл бұрын

I've had the D2 swordfish for a few years now and it continues to impress. Super smooth action, flipper tab and liner lock tab are nicely finished, no sharp edges to be found. Fantastic value at $52. I've come to call the swordfish the poor man's zt0452cf, it really reminds me of it. Bestech does a great job across their pricing. Their quality is consistent. At the higher end, the Togotta is Bestech flexing big time.

@mixschrecks3839 2 жыл бұрын

Brusletto is a hidden gem in Scandinavia I think needs some love here in the US

@mattisjohannessen30 2 жыл бұрын

And helle

@mattisjohannessen30 2 жыл бұрын

And Knivsmed strømeng😉

@knownaigm 2 жыл бұрын

The Enzo folders are CRIMINALLY underrated!

@HRK79238 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool! Love to see „different“ knives than usual. Please more 👍🏻

@jamesnash5292 2 жыл бұрын

You got me again David C. Brisa Birk is on the way from the Knifecenter.

@dougbrown7150 2 жыл бұрын

Going with a "best of" idea under $75 would still be a great budget for knives. I'm hoping more of these blades should upgrade slightly from the d2 outdated steels imo though

@dtzchar 2 жыл бұрын

Cool video. Thanks DCA!

@thadboman4340 2 жыл бұрын

I bought the Kiser vanguard that very knife n love it . Amazing quality n great action. Just amazing knife!!

@rapierlynx 2 жыл бұрын

I always wanted an Al Mar with the black micarta, but they don't make them anymore. If they made that Moki with micarta scales would be a reasonable substitute.

@kommissarjupiter7667 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to see Böker Arbolito. Their fixed ones are awesome!

@jn651 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea for a video! (But if you run a series, the hidden factor goes away... maybe do one or two a week tacked on the end of KniFAQ?) Anyway, I'll watch it!

@bosse641 2 жыл бұрын

How about Norwegian Brusletto ? And Swedish EKA ? And the Swedish Hultafors Outdoor OK4 ?

@TheLinkhawkins 2 жыл бұрын

Can we see a video on tanto blades? I am looking for an EDC knife that's a tanto blade, looking at both folding and fixed blade.

@tylerwilliams2272 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to know more about Kanetsune's outdoor/bushcraft knives

@anthonyakana5932 Жыл бұрын

I like this episode the most satisfying. Thanks

@MrTJohnston 2 жыл бұрын

Bestech Penguin is a fantastic gem

@sharpandstabby2690 2 жыл бұрын

Great episode DCA, always interesting to find those gems.

@HiveMind2024 2 жыл бұрын

That Argentina Boker is beautiful.

@canuqc6686 2 жыл бұрын

That Boker Arbolito is a beauty and a steal!

@tphvictims5101 2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered the edge angle gauge 😉👍🏻 A man has to know his limits

@adcaptandumvulgus4252 2 жыл бұрын

Surprise you didn't include the Condor pterosaur

@amo757 2 жыл бұрын

I have a Moki Fish Owl, it is one of my best made knives.

@danielhuff1397 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David!

@tmutant 2 жыл бұрын

That Vanguard Gemini is my favorite EDC.

@eddiebrasher5453 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this episode. More please.

@DanielChzBurger7 2 жыл бұрын

Great options. One I feel a lot of people miss is J. E. Made

@jordanharkness 2 жыл бұрын

Hidden gems? What do you think of Myerchin for specific purpose rigging knives?

@RafaRodriguezOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Arbolito means “little tree”, which probably refers to their logo

@petebec 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. A lot of my favorite knives.

@SailfishSoundSystem 2 жыл бұрын

Moki makes knives for Spyderco and AG Russell as well.

@twwtwwtww 2 жыл бұрын

Really good Video David. The Kanetsune is a must buy imo

@TheMrRafaelB 2 жыл бұрын

What about Dejoo’s knives? I own one but I do not hear much about this brand. Great content, keep it up.

@unfi6798 2 жыл бұрын

Great show DCA.! A pleasant trip indeed. The unknown gems, some with great designs & makers. Being one who owns an Opinel 8, I really like the Old Bear. I must say after some mods my Opinel 8 looks like the OB Classical Medium. Does Opinel makes similar design? Will definitely get the BRISA Scandi for sure being an outdoor people. Never heard of Casstrom knives before, will find out more now as bushcraft knives are favourites. Hope to see more of Hidden Gems in future shows, please.! Well presented DCA.! Thomas is very quiet on this segment. sup!? More attention on Honey Badger.? Greetings from Australia.

@jokinabadsbs 2 жыл бұрын

Some spanish brands are very hidden like Celaya or exposito

@gocraiger 2 жыл бұрын

Great topic. Please find some more.

@michaell397 2 жыл бұрын

The Moki has a very strong Old School Al Mar/ Jess Horn look to it. Beautiful! The Best Tech = Nice! The Green handled folder has a strong Walter Brend look to it. Nice to see. Liking the upgraded Opinel look with the new type of lock. KnifeMaker, 47 years in the craft, Retired

@LH_Vagrant 2 жыл бұрын

The Brisa Birk 75 Desert Ironwood version has been unavailable in Europe for a year or so at this point. I'm pretty sure it's discontinued as Brisa also silently removed it from their website. Such a shame as it's an absolute beauty.

@hcavn 2 жыл бұрын

The Brisa (EnZo) Birk 75 is a killer knife. Anyone wanting desert ironwood scales better get in quick, as they are not making them anymore in that combo.

@BloodGrooveKnives 2 жыл бұрын

Lucky me! I just bought their last one.

@hcavn 2 жыл бұрын

@@BloodGrooveKnives Enjoy!!!

@BloodGrooveKnives 2 жыл бұрын

@@hcavn Thanks for mentioning they’re discontinued, otherwise I would’ve waited to buy it.

@hcavn 2 жыл бұрын

@@BloodGrooveKnives Do you like the knife?

@andreasplosky8516 2 жыл бұрын

Bestech and Kizer are two of my favorite brands. Excellent quality, great design, and honest prices.

@Kemrexx 2 жыл бұрын

Great episode! More please.

@howardlam7443 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video as usual. Great to see a shoutout to Outdoor Edge - Seth showcased their Le Duck knife a while back; I think their other small fixed blade Le Hawk also makes for an excellent easy to carry wharnecliffe utility knife. My question - I’ve been waiting for knifecenter to restock the Spyderco smock, but doesn’t seem like it’ll be coming back. Any alternative button/compression flipper wharnecliffes you recommend for boxcutting and fidgeting? Thanks guys!

@RagnarOdinsson 2 жыл бұрын

Two knives I really like. Two knives that don't have a reversible pocket clips. Two more sales missed by companies that can't tap a few more holes.

@schotzfired 2 жыл бұрын

That texel looks sweet. Maybe my next knife

@thaknobodi 2 жыл бұрын

Had an enzo 75, great knife but cant resale for more than $45 even though it rivals spyderco

@enriquemaldonado1435 2 жыл бұрын

Sr, there is no town/district called Arbolito right here in Argentina. Excellent videos!!!

@billpresley9434 2 жыл бұрын

I saw a picture of a Buck knife that told me what kind of knife I had. It has a hook used for cleaning small animals. Insert the hook though its butt and pull the entrails right out. ....Can I see that again ?

@andrewfolsom3836 2 жыл бұрын

your website says that youre waiting on giantmouse to resupply gmf-1s. is there something actually in the works? or is this just the website telling me it's out of stock? I put an order in for if they do come back in stock. That knife really jumped out at me and i would love to have one.

@marsjam4117 2 жыл бұрын

I was looking for a video just like this!

@kevinmain9882 2 жыл бұрын

Love this video

@cab927 2 жыл бұрын

Wow I don't think I've ever seen a tapered spine that's a nice touch.

@waltski4375 2 жыл бұрын

Camillus - beast indeed.

@shoebill181 2 жыл бұрын

I wish you would say if each one is good for leftie

@Suit_and_tie_reptile_guy 2 жыл бұрын

Hey DCA, I used to carry a civivi application driver 2. I live in my car on a bridge, and conveniently the ocean is only three steps away from me most of the time. Everyday after work I throw my net to catch some dinner and every day I forget to remove my pocket knife and the net throws it into to ocean. This has happened 18 times, usually the knife stays tangled on the net but unfortunately today it didn't.

@leonardosestari5951 2 жыл бұрын

That camillus is definitely a double reverse tanto

@xjimmontg9241 2 жыл бұрын

N690 is basically Euro made VG10 a Japanese steel. Funny how what used to be premium steels get considered 'nothing to write home about'. I've never had N690, but I've had some really nice VG10 kitchen knives that held and edge well and didn't rust.

@Ericstraordinary 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder, are the Outdoor Edge knives are actually manufactured by CRKT?

@BlueOx2277 2 жыл бұрын

Price of the Casstrom?

@jeffsullivan4832 2 жыл бұрын

Petrified fish knives and Efengrow knives are absolutely top shelf quality and materials and fit and finish are that of a 3 digit and up cost standard for like 40$ to 70$ max. They are both extremely underrated and eventually they will be noticed and then they will be up there with the big dogs And I really think they deserve to be there

@cab927 2 жыл бұрын

Is sleipner steel tough enough for that casstrom to be a dedicated bushcraft blade?

@jeremynedrow7003 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, Sleipner is very tough steel and has better edge retention than 14c28n in my humble opinion.