Spyderco Kapara Full Review! One of the best EDC Knives Spyderco has ever made!

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4 жыл бұрын

In this video I provide my full review on the Spyderco Kapara and discuss why I think it is one of the best EDC Knives that Spyderco has ever built.
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@ScottyMatthews8 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoying your videos man, you’ve been pumping out content like crazy! Keep up the great quality vids 🤙🏻

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude! And I’m not slowing down! I’ve got so much stuff to review right now it’s gonna be at least three videos most days for a while haha

@milliepm2p3club 4 жыл бұрын

I have started recommending this one the most to people who don’t know Spyderco. This knife is exceptional.

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

It really is! And I think you’re onto something, it’s quality is more apparent than other knives to people who aren’t deep into the hobby.

@pauldsingleton 2 жыл бұрын

This answers so many questions for me. Great video!

@cliffcox7643 3 жыл бұрын

having owned many knives, i think this is one of the best. The only thing I don't like initially is the lock, but now it has grown on me. I find it very useful, during covid, it's come in handy at the park, eating out to cut food, and open containers, mail, and having ready for riff raff.

@woodentulike2no 11 ай бұрын

Okay I've watched several reviews and yours is the one that convinced me to order this night I just ordered it right now should be delivered Saturday I am so excited like a kid at Christmas thank you so much for being so well-spoken and able to communicate the wonderfulness of Spyderco Knives

@austrofinn4524 4 жыл бұрын

The Kapara is the shining gem of my modest collection and I really share your enthusiasm. The only thing I don't find perfect about this knife is the limited access to the compression lock on that skinny handle. I think the same design features that make it more pocket-friendly than the PM2 or even the Para 3 also make the Kapara less fidget-friendly - at least to my hand that is. Despite the unbelievably smooth action (CQI version) I don't enjoy playing around with this knife all that much because disengaging the compression lock feels a bit uncomfortable after a couple of flicks. As for the blade steel - I feel just like you, except that I would love to see LC200N because of the focus on food prep.

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

Lc200n would be an awesome steel for this knife! And I don’t have any issues fidgeting with it, but you’re right, every hand is different.

@sethking3 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great review. I plan to pick one up, and I have waited because of the s30v.

@toddboone333 2 жыл бұрын

I own a lot of Spyderco knives. The smock finds its way into my pocket above pretty much all others. It has the best action of any Spyderco. I wish Spyderco would adopt the button compression lock on more knives. It’s simply the best.

@AlistairPhillipsFolders 4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear your thoughts on the Kapara.. My original prototype has also opened plenty of kids toys packaging. Hopefully another batch will come out soon as I think you might have some trouble getting that one back from your brother :D

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching man! You crushed it on this design, I sincerely dig it! Looking forward to seeing more from you in the future 🙌🏻

@kennethtape3362 3 жыл бұрын

Alistair, just ordered one from eBay today, talk about `late to the party‘ but I just have to support the Aussie knife makers. Funnily enough I couldn’t get one from Australia but had to get it from the states and yeah, I did pay a little extra for it but I don’t mind and managed to snag a cqi version so I was happy 👍😄

@AlistairPhillipsFolders 3 жыл бұрын

@@kennethtape3362 ah you should have gotten one through my website. I could have signed the box for you.

@kennethtape3362 3 жыл бұрын

Alistair, you know, that was the one thing I didn’t think about. Phew, you live and you learn 😉 If any of my mates are looking for one, I’ll be sure to send them your way, thanks for the heads up 👍

@jackgallant4776 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed, my first compression lock knife. My favourite knife I own! Great review man 🤙

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed it!

@DgitlRedBeard 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! As I am sure you now know Spyderco and DLT teamed up for a cpm-20cv exclusive. They sold out in one day which was a bummer but I picked up a new one being sold second hand for only a slight price increase to cover shipping. I love the knife. It knocked my Benchmade 535 and 940 out of my pocket for the time being. My one dislike is the red backspacer. Just a person preference thing. I see the designer sells backspacers on his site but he out out of blue right now which is the color I prefer. As soon as blue is back in stock and I get it this knife will be perfect. All the best. Keep up the good work.

@knottheory79220 2 жыл бұрын

I finally got one ordered! They've been out of stock forever, finally got one.

@thefactor6909 3 жыл бұрын

I have one on the way and now after watching your video I want to buy another 👍🏻👊🏻

@paul_schuette 4 жыл бұрын

Great review! Sounds like a winner to me.

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching buddy! It really is!

@mikecurry6847 3 жыл бұрын

I just got one of these and I was pleasantly surprised that it matches or beats my gayle bradley 2 in terms of performance. I'd kill for a gb2 with the handle and lock off a kapara though. Something about the shape of the gb2 blade looks nice to me and the m4 is hard to beat for me personally.

@ranger5281 2 жыл бұрын

Alistair Phillips knocked this unique design out of the park. And Spyderco's rendering of his design is excellent. Blade shape, grind, and the 3D/radiused smooth satin carbon fiber scales are super. It is one of Spyderco's best overall designs. Can't argue with the PM2 as a "mule" utility blade for various steels (flat G10 handles aren't my favorite), and the Shaman is great ergonomically if a bit heavy weight-wise (but's it's a medium-heavy-duty design overall). The two Slysz designs are great also (Bowie, SpydieChef). I think this one will stand the test of time... so do hope for a more premium steel at some point (S110V or Magnacut would be my first two choices).

@stevecrawford7814 Жыл бұрын

Just picked one up. So far I love it. Those bugs looked horrible.

@losdawg6265 2 жыл бұрын

You do the best knife reviews on KZfaq. Although I like the Benchmade 940 more than you :) I have purchased a few knives based on your review, and have the Benchmade Superfreek on the way. Thanks man!

@williamthomas5780 3 жыл бұрын

This was a fun video. It IS that good. I would love a K390 Kapara BUT I do like the s30v because I'm not afraid to use it. An exclusive K390 would be too rare of a piece for me to want to use... THOUGH my K390 PM2 gets used.

@DaryooshF.Sh.P-vq6mu 2 ай бұрын

I’m a fixed blade guy but I only like two folders very much; 1. Kapara 2. No. 8

@kevinfitz3721 4 жыл бұрын

Good review!

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@tonydavis5053 3 жыл бұрын

Love the Kapara and carry it often but my only knife that has slipped out of my hand because of the scales being so smooth!

@LegBuilder 3 жыл бұрын

I just ordered skate board grip tape for 9 dollars off of Amazon so that doesn’t happen to me. It is very slippery without it. The grip tape is no different than putting grip tape on a gun handle

@TheGearGatherer 3 жыл бұрын

Spyderco for life! 🙌🏽

@gelartab 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review of my Dream Spyderco! I've never seen it in person but I know it is the only ONE Spyderco I want(CQI made it really a HIT) and I will love when I hold in my hands someday 😎❤️ P.S. I think Bugs recognized their King Kapara and that's why they come to you.. 🤣 Keep healthy and thanks again!

@milomilkman Жыл бұрын

@bearded gear are you still carrying this? Very nice review. I just purchased one

@killough71010 3 жыл бұрын

I like the tiwan Spydercos the best 👍 Talk amongst spydy fans say the tiwan factory does the best fit and finish. I tend to agree with that. I just picked up the kapara, clay 3.5, and a Gayle Bradley 2, great blades. Makes six Spydercos for me.

@greekveteran2715 3 жыл бұрын

If you could only have one Spyderco, Kapara or Caribbean? Also, which cuts smoother-easier? Do the Caribbeans have a difference on blade geometry-cutting-slicing performance? I'm either the Kapara or the Caribbean sheepsfoot. I can only get 1 for many reasons and it will be my 1st quality folder ever, so any help would be much appriciated!! Thanks in advance

@mikeflamion7915 2 жыл бұрын

is the spiderco kapara any good?the only time i ever bought a cheap knife was the zt 0393 and was very sorry-it barely flipped and i could feel every bearing when i moved the blade slowly like it was bumping over something but all i hear is good things about the kapara i just ordered one yesterday and now im freaking out

@ZPositive 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Jake, I'd love to hear your thoughts on the Kapara now that a year and some change has passed. If you're still enamored with it, maybe it'd even be a good topic for a video?

@indigodruid 3 жыл бұрын

This is also my favorite Spyderco. I'm curious where it went given how much you are raving about it. Your Oct top ten video didn't even have it on the table.

@HellGatefr2 Жыл бұрын

I would love one of these in LC200N

@acethemcacethemc1491 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. I really like the Kapara, kinda wish it had a flipper on it.

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! In my experience flippers and compression locks don’t mix very well 🤷🏼‍♂️

@KnifeCultureUSA 4 жыл бұрын

I been want to try one of those since it came out. But I have not pulled the trigger. I just might have too after this review !!!!

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

It has my vote!

@Cyanoblades 3 жыл бұрын

My only gripe with the Kapara is the hole is really high up making it harder to middle finger flick, for me at least.

@jorgschlusen345 3 жыл бұрын

A great review full of emotions. You're absolutely right - it's to me the best Spyderco I've ever seen. I wish that Spyderco make a version with CPM20CV or M390. ❤️

@JDMboostedUnicorn 3 жыл бұрын

Your wish has come true!! DLT is coming out with one!!! Wooo!!!

@abc456f 4 жыл бұрын

New sub. Love my cqi kapara. Very classy knife.

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing! And I’m glad you agree about the Kapara 🙌🏻

@mariuscetateanu1028 3 жыл бұрын

Spot on review... once again. I am glad you realized that Kapara is not only beautifully crafted but also an awesome user. I tell you, Taichung made spydies are superior to the Golden made ones. Thinner behind the edge( Golden spydies are ground thick behind the edge ) and their fit and finish are impecable. The Slysz Bowie is the best Spyderco ever made ... at least so far. I was sad to hear you let your Sage go. I wonder why ?!

@christopherharris3435 4 жыл бұрын

DAMMIT JAKE, now I gotta try and find one of these!

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

Haha sorry buddy 🤣 I hope you’re able to snag one!

@stevenlachance8576 4 жыл бұрын

I’m holding out for s90v or 10v ,k390, or maxamet or 4v sprint, but do want the carbon fiber.

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah if another one comes out in a better steel I’m gonna need to snag one haha

@SushiBurrito76 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for helping me decide to buy, but you made me soooo itchy watching you fight the bugs😂

@AlexanderSLeBlanc 4 жыл бұрын

If you had to pick between the Kapara and the Spydiechef, which would you choose and why? I am torn between the two.

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

Both are great knives, I personally like the Kapara better. The winning feature of the chef is the stainlessness though so if that moves the needle for you then go with that one. I prefer the ergos and carry on the Kapara though.

@AlexanderSLeBlanc 4 жыл бұрын

Bearded Gear that does make it tough, as the rust proof aspect is a huge draw for me, though I like the design of the Kapara better. I’d love to have a rust proof Kapara with easier access to disengage the compression lock. Alas it seems there is no perfect knife out there for me :/

@shadeshiest22 4 жыл бұрын

Alexander LeBlanc s30v is BOMB proof enough, I have a throw away 9yro pm2 in s30v that I’ve beat to hell, cut EVERY FOOD/FRUIT/VEG, meat ITEM possible, and NEVER cleaned it other than a random wipe on a pant leg, or a shake off in a river, and it’s NEVER even started to pit, rust, or patina... even used it at the beach salt water fishing cutting baits(but DID rinse it and wipe clean after every day at the beach) and it’s perfectly fine. Kapara is all I’ve carried since it came out, it’s hands down the best spyderco I own for edc and I have over 10 different spydercos. To me S30v is the best all around edc steel, not crazy expensive, stainless enough, and can actually touch up easy with just a strop...

@williamthomas5780 3 жыл бұрын

@@shadeshiest22 has the immune system of Superman. 🤙Corowhoviwhat?! Bring it.

@jlogue751 4 жыл бұрын

Opening toys is one the tasks I do the most ..lol para 3 also excels..what a compara now

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah the Para3 is another great one for toy opening duty haha

@Glocks.Scotch.and.Wristwatch Жыл бұрын

Honestly dude, your comment about the Barbie packaging SEALED the deal for me man. Just ordered. Dads need good knives bro. Thx

@RickCrueger 2 жыл бұрын

Well, you've done it! You've convinced me I need to buy one of the ugliest knives I think spyderco has ever made! I have a theory, I think its ease of use, its intuitive nature, as you say, is related to how much the blade shape, resembles the human finger. I truly enjoyed how passionate your review of this knife was! It made me subscribe. And have no doubt, I will be getting a katara!

@RickCrueger 2 жыл бұрын

Kapara

@J_Montagu 3 жыл бұрын

Your dream just came true, 20cv Kaipara from our or and saviour DLT trading.

@toddstamos89 3 жыл бұрын

I’d rather keep the carbon fiber scales in place of the G10. S30v is becoming underrated. It’s not 20cv, but it’s still high grade. It’s like having a car that goes 250 (s30v) compared to one that goes 280 mph (20cv). Going to work on highways that have speed limits of 70 mph, how much speed is useful? However, I’d like to get there in style. So the 30cv with the beautiful carbon fiber is far preferable in my opinion. Now put the carbon fiber with the 20cv, charge a little bit more, and I’m a buyer!

@paultrow7108 10 ай бұрын

Would have been really cool if you could have killed some of those bugs by slicing them in flight with the Kapara.

@JorgeRomero7 3 жыл бұрын

You don't sound like a bullshitter. I'm buying this one.

@mikeking6686 4 жыл бұрын

THE "BARBIE UNBINDING TOOL NEED" SALES POINT

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@KH-gw2gy 4 жыл бұрын

Holes, compression locks, wire clips...my man. Agree 100% I want the Native 5 LW in DLC with a compression lock. Come on Spyderco.

@beardedgear 4 жыл бұрын

That would be awesome 👍🏻

@billy_2473 2 жыл бұрын

This man struggling with these bugz lol

@mervynjones6469 3 жыл бұрын

Great review but get down off the fence. Do you like the knife or not? Lol. I am getting one of these.

@EDCandLace Жыл бұрын

"I've had this knife a week" and "I've carried this knife extensively!!" Lol makes a whole buncha sense...

@danmarly5173 3 жыл бұрын

l'élégance selon "spyderco".. tout y est ! jamais je n'ai pensé à ce point , qu'un couteau justifiait si bien son tarif.. ce couteau est sensuel ! il devrait devenir un collector.. je pense .

@DB.KOOPER 9 ай бұрын

Its a great knifw but the internet "knife community" has really driven the prices of knives through the roof. The only thing more overpriced then a Shaman or a Kapara is _litteraly every POS knife Benchmade makes_ .