13 Of The BEST Affordable EDC Fixed Blades

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[@ashleyempie1418]

wooooppp

[@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

[@jasonf.4107]

@@IamElmerJFudd agree with you about blade & handle lengths. I like a full four-finger grip, and for almost everything I do, 3 inches of blade is not only enough, but easier to use than a larger blade.

[@zacharysherry2910]

Good choice. As a folder EDC I like something a bit smaller (Spyderco Dragonfly 2 for me) but the philosophy, use and size is similar.

[@RecycledSoul]

Been really loving my seasnake. I'm not afraid to use it and scratch or mar it, that blade shape allows a lot of cutting power for straps and ropes and ties. The tip is great for detail work and opening packages. Ergos are great, it takes a quick edge and gets RAZOR sharp. Edge retention could be better, but it's a user. I'm not working with it in my hand all day cutting things that quickly dull a knofe every day. It pucks out splinters really well too🤙

[@GBall_Vision]

That's awesome 😎 rpm 9 does pretty well given it's price

[@RecycledSoul]

@GBall_Vision Yeah. I got mine for $20 on the secondary market. Really good value. As I type this, however, I'm sad to say I no longer have it due to it being lost or stolen 😩

[@GBall_Vision]

@@RecycledSoul oh no. I have a bunch of recent vids on smaller Fixies. Maybe that'll help

[@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

[@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

[@downeastjd1711]

I'm a huge fan of White River Knives. Most days, I carry a M1 Pro, but will occasionally swap it for an Exodus 3. When I'm hunting, White River's Small Game Knife is my go-to.

[@GBall_Vision]

I have a model or two written down I want from them badly. Idk when it'll happen though, I have dozens and dozens of fixed blades at this point 😂

[@ramonconaway1395]

My favorite edc fixed blade is the Tom brown tracker t4

[@GBall_Vision]

Love the trackers. I have a testing video of one on the channel

[@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.

[@williamjordhamo1593]

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

[@danielgainey185]

It’s a bit expensive but I carry the Amtac Blades Northman. It’s a good size for everyday use, can be used for self defense if necessary, and has a deep carry pocket sheath. It’s made with M390 steel and the edge retention is amazing. Been carrying it for about a year now and it’s still extremely sharp. They also have a mangacut version now.

[@GBall_Vision]

i will have to check amtac out, thats a co i havent heard of. good call man! thanks!

[@danielgainey185]

I didn’t hear about them until a couple years ago. I was reading one of the terminal list novels and Jack Carr mentioned the blade by name.

[@Dr.Prepper1]

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[@josephvincent4629]

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

[@GBall_Vision]

I'll buy a tkell eventually

[@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

[@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

[@DavidLake-b8h]

As far as an affordable EDC fixed blade, the one I find most comfortable for me, believe it or not, is the Smith & Wesson H.R.T. Tactical Boot fixed blade. The Kydex sheath has a good lock-up, the knife itself has a little weight, the rounded grip fits my hand well...and it looks nice.

[@GBall_Vision]

I'll have to check it out

[@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

[@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.

[@joshuaherman1868]

I really like the MKM Makro. It fits the hand well and comes with a decent leather magnetic sheath. The Mikro is nice too for social situations since it’s small.

[@GBall_Vision]

I will have to check it 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

[@eatonknass247]

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

[@GBall_Vision]

Agreed 💯💯 thanks brother

[@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

[@claudiomartins5768]

I've been using the Böker Bud Nealy MSC Baumwerk Solingen. The 3 1/4 440c stalinless steel 58 Rockwell, 7" overall. The sheat container a rare earth magnet to hold the knife in place. Very interesting item.

[@GBall_Vision]

Awesome information brother 👍🏻 I will have to see if I can check it out 🔥 thanks man

[@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

[@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.

[@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 😃

[@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.

[@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 🤜🏻

[@Dr.Prepper-pp3ev]

awesome video

[@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 😂

[@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 😃

[@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

[@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

[@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 😃

[@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

[@a.imonstanto8046]

I have a boker half tanto fixy it does it all

[@GBall_Vision]

I'll be checking in to it

[@mikewatkins5535]

I’ve been wanting one of those axial alpines forever.

[@GBall_Vision]

They are awesome 😎

[@Angelo535]

I love a good fixed blade

[@GBall_Vision]

Hells yeah man 😎

[@kathleensmith370]

thanks for showing

[@GBall_Vision]

Thanks Kathleen

[@frederickharris4025]

My EDC knife is White River Knives Caper, I carry it as a neck knife I`ve added a pocket clip

[@GBall_Vision]

A white river is on my list to get for sure. Is that a good size?

[@frederickharris4025]

@@GBall_Vision I really like the caper, it fits my hand and more comfortable than it looks great size for a neck knife

[@GBall_Vision]

@@frederickharris4025 🤜🏻💥

[@wardog2913]

srm 9021.bugvout killer

[@GBall_Vision]

agreed brother!

[@HonestArcher_13]

Just ordered Kizer mini harpoon in 3v

[@GBall_Vision]

very nice bro!

[@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.

[@rwtrogdon]

Tops Silent Hero 4 is a perfect edc fix blade

[@GBall_Vision]

I'll have to scope one out thanks brother

[@JeffAric-i6i]

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 💯💯💪🏻

[@piperkennard1039]

Awesome 👍 thanks for sharing brother 🤙

[@GBall_Vision]

You bet 🙏🏻

[@LanningKann]

I would add the Stroup Bravo 5 to the group. I carry one with a concealed carry concepts clip. You can pocket, IWB or belt carry it easily. Also, I have a Primitive Woodsman Guide knife which is an awesome little package.

[@GBall_Vision]

I need to try a stroup

[@LanningKann]

@@GBall_Vision I have the Desert Fox too. Both great knives, but for EDC the Bravo 5 is awesome. The mini is too small imho and the TU-2 may be a bit large. The Bravo 5 is the goldilocks size.

[@GBall_Vision]

@@LanningKann thanks for the info brother 🤜🏻

[@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.

[@michaelsoucy6100]

Tkell Knives combatant and Raider are great edc knives

[@GBall_Vision]

They are on my list to check out brother

[@browntothebone90]

Knafs lander 1 green micarta and 14c28n version

[@GBall_Vision]

@@browntothebone90 great carry brother

[@brandongoede5907]

that Scuttler definitely has had my eye since it was released

[@GBall_Vision]

Great for the money brother

[@OldmanSnake]

Carrying Benchmade Dacian or Kershaw Steppe.

[@GBall_Vision]

Very nice carry 🔥🔥

[@RamboAdventures-oi1mn]

Cheers!

[@GBall_Vision]

Thanks brother 🤜🏻

[@spectermad9180]

Great video I collect Knives and I like most of the Knives you showed us so thank you for that. BUT some of the Knives you showed us did not have a Hand Guard and if you use the Knife your hand may Slide up and you Will Cut yourself very Badly...Always get a Knife that has a Hand Guard Always

[@GBall_Vision]

For EDC tasks I'm not so much worried to have a guard, an outdoor fixie I agree 👍🏻

[@mikereese15]

No vero axon fixie?😊

[@GBall_Vision]

Believe I'd like one 😂

[@krazy_roach1698]

Thanks Gweg!

[@GBall_Vision]

Thanks brother I appreciate it 🙏🏻

[@buffalof6]

Bougie MoFo is my new street name. Thanks!

[@GBall_Vision]

😂😂 thanks brother 🤜🏻

[@Limicola1]

Both are great knives but I especially love the Asher. I have 3 Asher knives (1 folder) and they are top notch. I am wondering though, how long this fad of fixed blade pocket carry will last? I have no use for it and find folder carry for the pocket far superior in most situations. Knives like the Asher are better carried on the belt imo. I replaced that small clip on mine with a wider clip for belt carry.

[@GBall_Vision]

Asher is absolutely killing it. I love his stuff. The price is phenomenal

[@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

[@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.

[@dlcknives_and_leather]

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

[@GBall_Vision]

Awesome 😎😎

[@Sliceandpoke]

Greg made this video for me

[@GBall_Vision]

😂😂 if you want anything shoot me an email

[@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 🙏🏻

[@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

[@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

[@EdwardBrickey]

Urses cub is what I carry

[@GBall_Vision]

Really nice 👍🙂

[@Dr.Prepper-pp3ev]

I NEED THE KIZER

[@Tailchaser73]

I am currently carrying a ZT 0200.

[@GBall_Vision]

Very nice brother 🤜🏻💯

[@ashleyempie1418]

yeaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!

[@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.

[@mikereese15]

13?!? Unlucky, man.😂

[@ryancommonsense2296]

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

[@GBall_Vision]

All brothers and sisters

[@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

[@ashleyempie1418]

wooooooooooooo!!!

[@hcooC]

Surprised you don’t have the Tops Ute!?

[@GBall_Vision]

I will have to put it on the list I haven't checked that one out yet. There's a lot of good options nowadays

[@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

[@Supraman7777]

Accrosst?

[@GBall_Vision]

No akrāsst

[@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

[@MarkSchmidt-w6s]

vosteed mink...original pattern

[@GBall_Vision]

agreed!

[@tannernelson5429]

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

[@GBall_Vision]

You definitely do. If you are doing heavy Bushcraft work. If you are using it as just a daily cutter maybe not

[@kristiankamph4334]

@@GBall_Vision I don't know if you have you seen the UG TiNy. Dbk put it through a lot of abuse and it survived despite having barely any tang in the handle. It is probably somewhat of an outlier but it shows that it is not a definite truth.

[@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!

[@MrMech-oj7iy]

You can't edc a knife without a sharp point. How on earth could you defensively stab a person or animal with a blunt object?

[@GBall_Vision]

Sure you can, keep 2, 1 with a piercing tip and one more for utility

[@GBall_Vision]

I do everyday typically

[@nathanarbuckle3180]

I'm carrying nothing.

[@GBall_Vision]

very nice brother!

[@garyshelton8472]

Keep your hands OUT of the video unless you’re holding the knives…..very distracting.

[@GBall_Vision]

Thanks brother

[@rhapsodical]

metal complex copy cat...

[@GBall_Vision]

how do you figure that my content is nothing like his

[@flywheel986]

Why no TOPs? Check out the C.U.T. 4.0, best EDC I have ever used. Extremely versatile.