13 Best Affordable EDC Fixed Blades

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[@IamElmerJFudd]

I find 7 inches overall length with 3 inches of blade and 4 inches of handle seems about right for an EDC fixie. I've tried many over the years and the CRKT Hunt'N Fisch remains my favorite. The horizontally oriented leather sheath makes it very comfortable to carry in front of my side pocket in a cross-draw position. It is often overlooked because when you browse the knife dealer's websites the Hunt'N Fisch won't be listed under EDC knives. You'll find it with the hunting knives.

[@GBall_Vision]

Great info 👍🏻 I agree 7-7.5 too

[@quatele]

My favorite EDC knife for 3 years now is the Lionsteel H1. At first I was skeptical about the karambit ring, but I have found it to be one of the best features for quick deployment and extra leverage.

[@GBall_Vision]

I'll have to check that one out I think I have seen it

[@Gillespie91]

TJ Schwartz Overland Sport has been my favorite fixed blade I've ever had. And it doesn't come with a uneven bevel that was put on with a bench grinder. He hand sharpens every one of his knives on a jig. But it was well worth the money and I absolutely love it. And the blade is magnacut

[@justinducusin2528]

your video nails it on the head of what we're really looking for in a edc fixed blade- perfect knife, perfect sheath, and perfect clip💯 i swear no other video does a good job of it

[@GBall_Vision]

Glad I could help out brother

[@anthonyrollins9825]

14c28n would be a great choice for a edc fixed blade , since it has a toughness of 9 .

[@GBall_Vision]

Yes, agreed 💯 Eafengrow, Ruike both do

[@gregblake2764]

I often pocket carry the White River Backpacker Pro without a clip on the sheath. S35VN steel gets scalpel sharp. I rotate it with a custom small Kephart knife I made for myself out of an eighty year old file that I think is W2 steel. 3" blade, 4" Micarta handle, it's a heavy little knife, but a great do it all EDC knife. I can beat the crap out of it without feeling bad. It is one tough knife.

[@GBall_Vision]

Awesome 😎😎 a white river and bark river are both on my list thanks brother

[@toto29er]

Esee Izula II…. great knife!… The Esee CR 2.5 is a great little knife too. Check the Cudeman Sanabria 2. I own the Joker Erizo but is a bit bigger.

[@GBall_Vision]

thanks for the info brother, ill have to check out the sanabria

[@samgrahl9841]

Thank you for making this video. Have been listening to videos like this omw to work for a few weeks trying to find a good knife like the candiru for cheaper and the Watchmen knife checked all the right boxes. Much appreciated sir!

[@GBall_Vision]

Awesome 😎 glad I could help brother

[@Double-Exposure]

Keep 'em coming, great video (still watching). One idea about your comment section, as I have had this thought now a bunch of times watching your videos and trying to look up the knives you mention: At the top of your comments you should have links to the products from the video. Definitely expected to find (at the very minimum) links to the Asher & Axial when checking your comment section. Better would be to have links to all knives discussed. Love your channel, just some "constructive criticism".

[@patina_turner6791]

I think he puts the links to the knives, under the Video Description

[@GBall_Vision]

There are some links in the pinned comment and there is always always links to the major knife companies in the description down below my contact info 😊 some links I don't have just yet

[@Double-Exposure]

@@GBall_Vision Aah, definitely missed the links in the pinned comment. I am used to just checking the video description, kinda never check the pinned comment - but will do from now on. Thanks for the hard work and great content.

[@eatonknass247]

Just got a brother/watchman knife. Wf201. Comfortable little pocket blade

[@GBall_Vision]

Agreed 💯💯 thanks brother

[@williamjordhamo1593]

I love my Tops Sgt Scorpion and my Bradford guardian 3.5 tanto. By far my most used blades

[@JustGorilla]

I’m still on the hunt for my EDC fixie. Some are a nice size, but have a terrible sheath (Spyderco Stok). Some have a great sheath, but not the right size (MKM Mikro). The Korvid has been the best combo for me so far, maybe I’ll try the Tempest Dust Devil or Kizer Cobbler.

[@GBall_Vision]

You need to check out the Asher lil buddy or axial alpine. Perfect combo of knife sheath and carry

[@JustGorilla]

Thanks for the rec? Have you handled the Vero Axon fixed?

[@rcjoe406]

I've had a elk ridge for about 2yrs China but a decent carry but the little buddy is sweet

[@Gillespie91]

​@@JustGorillacheck out Schwartz knives and his overland sport. I just posted a comment saying it has been my favorite EDC fixed blade I ever owned. And you can customize your scales and blade from cerakote to stone wash etc. or you can wait for his drop later today and buy one of them

[@Gillespie91]

And the steel for the overland sport is CPM magnacut I forgot to say that

[@TylerHaley]

i like the izula 1 its a little smaller and i wrapped / covered the hole in the handle! check out the 310 forge mini scalper and kizer muskrat!

[@GBall_Vision]

Awesome 😎 will do brother 🤜🏻

[@user-xw9hu6bm4h]

I find that the Izula 2 carries best in a leather guardian 3 appendix carry sheath. Fits perfectly and you forget it’s even there

[@GBall_Vision]

Thanks brother good info 💯💯💪🏻

[@Dr.Prepper1]

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[@crux85]

Awesome video, definitely got me browsing the Internet for a few models. Just wanned to throu my two fav edc fixed blades here, maybe someone would like them. Small: enzo necker. Medium: Kizer Begleiter Micarta. Love the Kizer! Under 4'' blade, comfortable handle, fits 4 fingers and has room for 3 more 😂

[@GBall_Vision]

awesome! glad you enjoyed the video, ive wanted to check out the enzo necker

[@trekfortruth2841]

Very helpful! Hopefully Asher will restock soon. Have you looked at the Vosteed Mink and Kizer Smolt yet?

[@GBall_Vision]

The mink yes. It should've been on this list but I wiffed it. The mink is amazing. The smolt I've heard is damn good too

[@reafkennedy3069]

@GBall_Vision I live my mink. (It's what I'm carrying right now.) The smolt is ab awesome little 3V blade too. I have no complaints on mine. If you're on the fence, give it a shot.

[@StephenClaytonJr]

My favorite fixed blades are @tkellknives. A Marine Vet owned company that makes knives in USA with USA materials. Everything about his knives have EDC in mind.

[@GBall_Vision]

@@StephenClaytonJr I'm familiar with him I haven't handled one yet but it's definitely on the list. Along with a dozen other USA companies. I just bought a 200$ Jungalas so I'll be chilling for a bit on fixed blades I only buy 1 of those once every 6 weeks 8 weeks. Trying to complete my esee wants right now

[@christopherwelch192]

I really like his scout carry clips. By far best I've found.

[@josephvincent4629]

Tkell knives I have the marine raider just got it and love it

[@brian041270]

Nice choices. I missed the Jack Wolf fixie...😢

[@GBall_Vision]

Are they all gone now?

[@brian041270]

@@GBall_Vision the 1 I wanted is. The titanium handles scales

[@dlcknives_and_leather]

For now i am carry my talon ore kabouter (gnome) in a leather pocket sheath made by me

[@GBall_Vision]

Awesome 😎😎

[@evansmoak7182]

The Outdoor Edge Pivot is my go-to ($25-30). It's similar to the LeDuck. It has a rotating belt clip. It blends into my belt profile, isn't bulky, and has great ergos. It's similar to my Esee Izula II, but the kydex sheath is what makes the OE Pivot better. The sheath also has a safety keeper that adds some extra security but doesn't get in the way when you draw it quickly.

[@GBall_Vision]

I'll have to check it out thanks for the info brother

[@rwtrogdon]

Tops Silent Hero 4 is a perfect edc fix blade

[@GBall_Vision]

I'll have to scope one out thanks brother

[@Gillespie91]

Also i got a bradford guardian 3.2 i used for awhile before i bought the swartv overland sport. It was a great knife also.

[@GBall_Vision]

Bradford is on my list brother

[@OldmanSnake]

Carrying Benchmade Dacian or Kershaw Steppe.

[@GBall_Vision]

Very nice carry 🔥🔥

[@brandongoede5907]

I have a pocket clip converter from Sagewood Gear for the Izula sheath and it really makes it work well.

[@GBall_Vision]

I'll have to check it out 😃

[@michaeleberry]

Gotta check out Amtac Blades Northman and Northman X. Fixes so many issues with purpose and function. I carry mine every day and a Magnus on my other strong side. Bring your tools, This is the way

[@GBall_Vision]

I'll have to check it out 😃

[@patina_turner6791]

I got a few fixies that I really like. The Kizer Harpoon mini in 10V, Tactical Pterodactyl makes great knives, Joey Roman Neckr and my LT Wright Frontier Valley

[@GBall_Vision]

@@patina_turner6791 bro I want an LT badly. It's coming soon 😃

[@annasoH323]

Good thoughts Gweg. I’m still working on my ideal fixed blade carry system.

[@GBall_Vision]

It definitely takes time! Along time for me 😂

[@Angelo535]

I love a good fixed blade

[@GBall_Vision]

Hells yeah man 😎

[@Voledc]

I have a good rotation of fix blades. I edc a spartan harsey fighter esee 3 & 4 stroup bravo 5 stroup mini mod 2 armiger 4 viper koi…….all horizontal with a tek lok. Where im going what I’m wearing dictates what I carry.

[@timtitus2532]

I've tried the Civivi Stormridge in NITRO-V and green Micarta and the Ferrum Forge Lackey XL in 9cr18mov and black G10, both are good knives but are lacking in handle length and girth.

[@heyman1501]

That's a lot of fixed blades. I carry a fixed blade every day, but I carry too many knives. 😂🤣

[@GBall_Vision]

Me too lmao

[@a.imonstanto8046]

I have a boker half tanto fixy it does it all

[@GBall_Vision]

I'll be checking in to it

[@richardhenry1969]

I have 4 i always carry depending on what im doing.. Watchman we222 its in 14c28n. Utica utk-n2 in 1095 Srk-c sk5 Mini pendleton hunter in Aus10. An one not made anymore scharade schf55 in 1095 It's a great knife perfect size for everything in my opinion.

[@GBall_Vision]

@@richardhenry1969 great set up of knives brother

[@richardhenry1969]

@@GBall_Vision thank you. I enjoy your videos. I don't like a lot of the new knives especially the liner frame lock types. But I enjoy your take on them. An the fact your not pushing all the same overpriced stuff the other guys push. Keep up the great job.

[@Dr.Prepper-pp3ev]

awesome video

[@tough_blades]

Thanks for showing that Brother blade F015. Definitely going to buy that lil guy! 120+ $ for Candiru its tooo expensive. I will never break that Chinese Brother knife so I really don't need an lifetime garanty... And 1095 it's not worth 120 + $ ... Just my opinion no hate 🤠🍻

[@GBall_Vision]

Thanks brother I appreciate it 🙏🏻

[@acid6urns]

note that the kizer cabox now comes in 154cm which is a much much better edc fixed blade steel imo

[@GBall_Vision]

I agree as well. The ultimate edc fixed blade is the Asher Lil Buddy though

[@user-sc4gr3dn2k]

Urses cub is what I carry

[@GBall_Vision]

Really nice 👍🙂

[@brandongoede5907]

that Scuttler definitely has had my eye since it was released

[@GBall_Vision]

Great for the money brother

[@ryancommonsense2296]

lol I love this comment section! Go Freedom!! 😊😎😈

[@GBall_Vision]

All brothers and sisters

[@kathleensmith370]

thanks for showing

[@GBall_Vision]

Thanks Kathleen

[@michaelinsc9724]

I really like the Artisan Sea Snake's look. Is there something similar in better steel? Reverse tanto might be ok too.

[@GBall_Vision]

@@michaelinsc9724 the jack wolf midnight jack is s90v. Id have to think about that though

[@MattChavez2606]

Gotta disagree w your judgment on the razel, as a tradesman it’s a decent knife at best. Coming from the work/ hard use prospective. I’ts definitely a good “edc” if you’re only opening boxes & letters. lol

[@GBall_Vision]

I'd say it depends on your trade. As a carpenter/finish carpenter it came in clutch a lot for various things. Of course there's always better tools for a specific job

[@MattChavez2606]

@@GBall_Vision The sheath alone rattles after a month of use, blade steel sucks for the price, ergo’s are weird. Think that stuff alone makes it non trade friendly. Most people don’t have a bunch of fixed blades to rotate, typical tradesman likes to carry a one & done daily they can beat. Don’t think this fits that criteria at all.

[@buffalof6]

Bougie MoFo is my new street name. Thanks!

[@GBall_Vision]

😂😂 thanks brother 🤜🏻

[@browntothebone90]

Knafs lander 1 green micarta and 14c28n version

[@GBall_Vision]

@@browntothebone90 great carry brother

[@rhino67]

Bro did ya ever get your hand on the Becker BK14 ? It's 1095 but in my humid climate I never have had a problem with corrosion.Great design

[@GBall_Vision]

I was Gifted a BK22 - that is the only Becker I haven't currently. Absolutely love it. I definitely want more. My last big purchase was a Jungalas a few weeks ago

[@tmoore8633]

I have edc carried the bk11 now going two years

[@RamboAdventures-oi1mn]

Cheers!

[@GBall_Vision]

Thanks brother 🤜🏻

[@piperkennard1039]

Awesome 👍 thanks for sharing brother 🤙

[@GBall_Vision]

You bet 🙏🏻

[@krazy_roach1698]

Thanks Gweg!

[@GBall_Vision]

Thanks brother I appreciate it 🙏🏻

[@anntomecklebarger3599]

Esee 4 has been my daily for many years .

[@GBall_Vision]

Esee is one of my favorite fixed blade companies ever. Probably my favorite. Id like to get all of them. The Jungalas is on my list

[@anntomecklebarger3599]

@@GBall_Vision I have the Junglas with a Crocodile Dundee leather rig.

[@mikereese15]

No vero axon fixie?😊

[@GBall_Vision]

Believe I'd like one 😂

[@rogercloutier1021]

What is the spelling of the second knife you showed (Axial Hunter it sounded like)?

[@rogercloutier1021]

Axial Alpine I meant

[@GBall_Vision]

That's correct. Axial Knives Alpine. There's now a version 2 in magnacut I believe

[@Sliceandpoke]

Greg made this video for me

[@GBall_Vision]

😂😂 if you want anything shoot me an email

[@mrchkee]

Gball I am trying to find the color of your candiru Is the blade Flat Dark Earth or tan? I want to order that same one.

[@GBall_Vision]

I believe my candiru is the FDE/TAN my izula 2 is green with fde handle

[@mrchkee]

@@GBall_Vision thanlk you for the reply, appreciated.

[@ashleyempie1418]

yeaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!

[@ashleyempie1418]

wooooooooooooo!!!

[@tannernelson5429]

Lost me when you said you need a full tang for an edc fixed blade

[@VincentVader]

No ESEE, interesting

[@GBall_Vision]

It's been in other best fixed blade videos and had lots of love on my channel. They just weren't in this particular one, I'm a massive esee fan and have bought many

[@mikereese15]

13?!? Unlucky, man.😂

[@101st_AB]

I'm sorry, but the talking hands drive me nuts. I can't watch it.

[@GBall_Vision]

@@101st_AB welcome to a table top video

[@101st_AB]

@@GBall_Vision It's not just you. All 'table top' videos are just weird in my view. But, thanks for the response!

[@GBall_Vision]

@@101st_AB I think people who put themselves in front of the camera take away from the product. If it's for a product

[@101st_AB]

@@GBall_Vision Well, believe it or not, everybody doesn't think like you. Again, thanks for your response!