*all the dislikes are cold steel and emerson guys getting triggered*

12:23 😂🤣 "worst case scenario, get a divorce, man. These knives are worth it." Lmaoo some fine words of advice from the man

Had fun saying ummm and being generally confused in this video, thanks for watching guys 👊😂

For me, it’s Hinderer, CRK, then Strider. I have had 6 XM-18s and 1 XM-24 and find their ergonomics to be among the best, of any knives, production or custom. Also, while I haven’t had a Hinderer Eclipse, I do have a ZT 0392 and 2-0393s and I find their ergonomics to be better than CRKs or Striders. I haven’t owned a Umnumzan, but I have handled a few and I didn’t care for their ergonomics. I do like the Sebenzas significantly more. I can’t remember how many CRKs I’ve had, but has been more than 10. Of the Striders, I’ve only had 1-SNG CC. When I used it, I felt like my hand would slide up on the blade. I haven’t owned or used a SMF, I might like it better. I regret not being able to keep all of my Hinderer’s and CRKs, I haven’t had the desire to replace the Strider.

I own a CRK Large Sebenza with macassare inlays. I think Chris Reeves and Hinderer are tied for the uses for me. The Chris reeves is inbetween them both as a slicer and a tool. the Strider is the best slicer and the Hinderer has the bullet proof blade, awesome. My next big purchase is the hinderer mx-24. I choose the Chris Reeves cause it looks like n is a Luxury Knife the holy grail lol. But in a emergency situation id choose the Hinderer in a second and I don't even own the knife. but the design with the jimping and choil are perfect on the Hinder in My opinion. I said the CRK is the only expensive purchase for a knife at 750 Canadian, but watching the reviews of the Hinder ive decided to add it to my next knife purchase. I just bought the Cold Steel Code 4 with S35Vn with a really nice hollow grind and Satin Finish. If Cold Steel would start making their knives in Us the Code 4 would be up there with the rest for 400us plus knives for the best Lock Back. I Do believe Cold Steel made the strongest folding knife from what ive seen, but in the end I thing ill just stick with Hinderer, CRK and the Cold Steel Code 4 as my top 3 favourites. In the end its all about personal preference n comfort. Great Vid Thks

I have these same knives but slightly different each. My sng has the flamed ti, the hinderer is od green, and the zaan is older. As far as the microtech I only have an SL Ultratech. I think you have good taste in knives :) I don’t have a favorite though, of the 3 I carry and use them equally.

Are they really making a 3.5” SOCOM b/ that would be awesome!

Well said I have a lot of knives and I keep rotating those same three I highly recommend skip the cheap knives and spend it one the big three you won’t regret it

I am a Hinderer fan owning 3 XM-18s and they get carried more than my 2 sebenzas however both models are excellent and very well built. I do love the CRK hollow grind better though. I carry a socom at least once a week also. I really like it and would grab a 3.5” bladed version in a heartbeat if MT came back out with them. Haven’t owned any Striders but do have a Protech Strider SNG and the design is quite different from my preferences so i don’t think i will end up with a Strider. Its all personal preferences though honestly and everyone is different which nothing wrong with that or any of these folders. Any would be a great choice imo. Enjoy the content and have been a subscriber for a while now. I realize this video is like a year old but glad to see the cursing has toned down since as i had to keep lowering the volume while watching with my kids at the table lol.

Glad you made this video, as I have been wrestling with this decision. I have a Hinderer XM-18 tri-way non- flipper on the way. Thought I wanted the CRK Sebenza, but when I found out they don't free drop it made my decision easier. The strider is still a little to rich for my blood, at the moment...:)....By the way what exact model is that Strider?

Sold my Xm18 to buy a Medford Proxima

Wow really amazing knifes reviews video!!! :D

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Wish I could find an sng. Owning an xm-18 gen 6 and a large sebenza 21 and an umnumzaan, I tend to measure all knives by the quality of crk. I really didn't get the hype about them until I disassembled and reassembled my crk's. They're machined so perfectly, just tighten the screws and the action, centering is dead on. Have an inkosi with tanto blade on pre-order. But I'd definitely buy an sng if I could find one to complete the trinity shown here.

I can appreciate a Strider, but I'm just really not a fan of the aesthetics. I wish I was haha

What do you think about the Strider where you have half of the knife's G-10 holding the knife design and stability + with a pivot inserted and sitting on it, on the G10... I think with enough pressure sidewise you could brake the G10 or get some blade-play going... Custom titanium left side of G10 would have been much appreciated especially considering the cost of this knife. + that horrible little pocket clip. WTF is that about? I think the blade shape & design is what's going for Strider but Hinderer Full Track or any of Chris Reeve's knives can outperform this guy. Although it's a beautiful addition to any collector's collection. Great video! Subscribing!

"We're all sick fucks" -true

Hahaha! Buy all 3 👌. Sadly, probably true. At least to own, use, and form a solid opinion based on more than looks and prejudice 😂

Yes we are all psycho !! Can’t make up my mind between the XM 24 or Umnumzaan!!

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Left handers pm2 then crk

Strider Hinderer Then CRK..

Sell me one of your striders lol.

You're absolutely right, it's a Total Mess. I've got the so called Holy Trinity along with a couple of Socoms, Benchmade Adamas, Spydercos,.......etc. It's hard to just grab and go these days. 🤝🏾🇺🇸💪🏾🫡

Right on the money with this video. I’ve got a SMF, new SNG, inkosi and a 21. I’ve got my first XM-18 coming - 3.5” skinny sheepsfoot, I imagine it’ll jump into the rotation. I’ve got a Medford Fat Daddy being made too - can’t leave Medford out, right?👍 kme_user on Instagram