25 BEST EDC BUDGET KNIVES OF 2021

[@shaynegables]

I agree with the Riffle 100% people have forgotten about it already.

[@mccormyke]

I have one in my jeans pocket right now. But since I'm in my pyjama shorts I have my Bestech Operator in my pocket. Because at least one pocket should have a knife in it

[@hovan2yourjunk]

Got the Rapids based on your suggestion and it’s pretty cool. I really wish they’d use similar scales (micarta with the G10 border/liner) with other models…they’re so nice! The knife is so smooth that it’s hard to believe the pivot is tighten down all the way…

[@NeevesKnives]

Right! It's so smooth it almost feels loose

[@mustandu01]

I have 4 of the 5 best knives haha ! Kubey, Beluga and the two civivis. Thank you for your awesome videos and purchase advices! If Neeves Knives says it’s a good knife, just buy it you’ll be happy ! Believe me.

[@michaelbeall9677]

i hate every knife that has a hole in the blade, you lost me for 90% of your recommendations

[@cueball981]

Every one of these is so much more capable beyond its budget price! Thanks for bringing many of these to our attention this year, Jerad!

[@irzyxelwj]

Oh what do you know 😅🍻

[@cueball981]

@@irzyxelwj 🍻

[@dominickgiallombardo2921]

I really like the Civivi nox Thinking of getting the black handle one. I love my F.F. Prolix. I also have Kizer mini beg. Green micarta. I have all black baby banter. I wish the knife stores would carry sencut knifes. Why don’t they? I like that Kuby. Never heard of dc53 steel, like the migron. I might get that rapids.It is ugly and that’s why I never wanted one. Love the kryo, I have two different models of it. I’m waiting for the next drop on the Kizer Towser K. Love the Civivi button, I have the dark green micarta, great knife! The ripple is a great knife. Great video Brother, peace

[@NeevesKnives]

👊

[@goawaybaizuo]

There's a QSP Penquin In m390 for $69 over at knivesplus. Couldn't believe it. Also have a Titanium frame lock in m390 for $119! Crazy!

[@DullPoints]

Why do you like 14c28n so much? All I have experience with is 440c and D2 and I'm shocked anything can beat D2.

[@NeevesKnives]

D2 is considered a budget steel these days, especially since it's finicky with heat treatment on large batches from production companies. 14c28n is better imo for many reasons. And there's far better steels than that, but better is a term that shouldn't be used so loosely because there's a lot of factors and variables

[@joetee5105]

I picked up a Riffle a few months back amazing knife for any budget

[@callyacaos5339]

Great video, I've been waiting for this. I agree 100% on the elementum button lock - for me it was love on first sight. I own two of them know and will never ever give them away. It is like turning your hand into a blade, so nice to use. And thanks to you, I bought it. Otherwise I would have gotten a normal elementum, but the button lock version feels so much better and is a tiny bit larger. Now I gotta find that Miguron Velona in the specs I want o/ Thrilled for your next video

[@NeevesKnives]

The velona will be making a 3.5 version soon I believe it's in process now

[@callyacaos5339]

@@NeevesKnives wow nice, can't wait to see that

[@81Treez]

The Rapids and the Riffle are two of my favorite knives right now.

[@NeevesKnives]

Both are fantastic knives

[@mannhm3311]

Baam...!!!! Oh wow...great....

[@maxlvledc]

I'm 100% agreement on 14c for top budget steel 👍. I was shocked how good kubey royal was.

[@issuingstitcheshandmadegoo7950]

My best bang for buck knives this year were the QSP Parrot D2 and Jade G10 for $22 and the Kershaw Cryo D2 and G10 for $26. Unreal for the money.

[@NeevesKnives]

Nice! Yeah the Kershaw highball xl almost made the list

[@masemasemasie]

It’s amazing how far knives have come over the years.

[@bfish9700]

I have a brazen, that thing is seriously good. I wish they had a slightly smaller version that was more pocketable. I like having rear and thumb studs although I light switch to open mostly.

[@NeevesKnives]

Check out the civivi Altus button lock

[@tradscendence]

By your own description I would say the Elementum is #1. Who cares about the deployment options. It's a damn good knife all around, choil and all.

[@mattharvey968]

I completely agree with everything on this list!! All these are in my price realm. I’m a big fan of what Sitivien is doing!

[@NeevesKnives]

For sure I need to try more from there catalog

[@Mike-dr5vc]

I just got my first Sitivien and it’s awesome for the price. I got the st103 in turquoise. Very impressed with it especially for the price.

[@mattharvey968]

@@Mike-dr5vc great knives for the price! Look out for new models coming out!

[@Mike-dr5vc]

@@mattharvey968 definitely gonna be looking for new ones coming out. Lol

[@NeevesKnives]

@@Mike-dr5vc for sure

[@Torqd_Off]

What do you think about the Kershaw Blur S30v? I've always wanted one... I have a few Kershaw. But now there's so many new knives available tho'

[@283AngelArch]

@25:10 I have the Kizer Towzer K in the Black Copper.... I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!! Be jealous :) lol

[@changemymind8692]

For all of you just getting into the knife world from binge watching knife videos, take it from me, don't fall for the hype of buying expensive mid-techs and customs. They are well built and look cool but they'll end up as jewellery that open letters or an occasional box now and then. I've purchased multiple-tech knives from CRs, Hindereres, and Striders and I don't even use them. I think I have around $6K worth of knives and I sometimes wonder why the fuq did I buy all of these knives when I could've invested that money in something that will bring me back a good return. Get yourself a nice durable light weight folder like these shown in this video, that's all you'll ever need.

[@timtitus2532]

I've seen this review before but I didn't give it a thumbs up. I guess I forgot. Well done, I have several of these in my collection. Good job Jerad. Thanks.

[@stompingpeak2043]

I have a couple Kershaw assisted open knives and they are amazing. Very comfortable, durable, come razor sharp, have high carbon blades as well, they hold edges very well, and they are only like 20-50 dollars. These cheaper knives are easily on par with any high end pocket knive I've ever used

[@shannonreeder1237]

I love the elementum button lock I don't have it titanium and 20cv kc exclusive yet. I'm waiting on it to get under $150. Then I'll have it. Unless I see 1used on ebay

[@forthecountry7920]

Buy Civivi, support China - Support Russia, Support Ukraine getting blown up.

[@57HEMIviken]

Some great knives! I love the ku322 great one for sure. That sencut honoris got added to my list for sure. Hoping to finally get the knife center exclusive Rike tulay (integral g10) before the end of the year, been wanting that one for a while now.

[@frk1980]

The Sencut Honoris with wood scales is a great all-around gent knife.

[@Censortubes]

I snagged a brand new Kershaw off eBay for 35 bucks. Always check around don't buy right off the sites.

[@jdisdetermined]

That Kizer Horn though! Man that knife is truly *hideous* !! It looks like an alligator gar fish, which are grotesque looking creatures.

[@DHawaii]

Dang, the Prolix was $59.99?! It’s $80 on Amazon now!🙁

[@jimlahey5623]

Is migura some well known brand? I like this migura velona but i see it for the first time... Is it worth? It is more expensive than some civivi elementum, so is it better?

[@rpow6861]

16:00 bloody hell, so they're computerising knives now too?

[@simons1120]

What are you talking about? The Kizer Horn looks fantastic. :-o

[@appreciativeobserver4732]

What was that Kizer knife that you want but could not find anywhere? I got all the other names except that one.

[@MrBrokensilence]

Freaking Awesome video!!. Thank you for always putting out the best content and such in depth reviews. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your wife!! 🎄🎅🤶👊

[@NeevesKnives]

👊 🎄

[@justinsnow3979]

I’m debating between the kubey nova and sencut actium. What do you think?

[@charleswood2182]

What did you say? If it had a hole in it you would what? Great reviews. I wonder. I think the sharpening choil thing is important because you've shown it is. I won't buy a knife now that has that limitation, even the fancy Russian one I wouldn't buy for that reason. Which I got from you. So what I wonder. Has any other knife show guy, you know if the manufacturers do take heed, done something as significant to knife user utility as you harping on that issue? I mean that in a good way. I don't know the other knife guys and their past. But to effect that kind of a change in benefit of the user? That would be pretty darn significant achievement. And. It is a bit of drama so that's a reason to stay tuned in here...

[@NeevesKnives]

I've said things to a dozen or so designers and companies to try and help then fix the issue, sometimes they do sometimes they don't, I think sometimes it's about the tooling they have or that's used, so sometimes I get it but in many cases I know they have the tooling to doit proper but they just avoid it.

[@toddcarr.]

These are all amazing knives and this list should be on everyone's to buy list. The only small folders I like are the ones you can get a good grip on but I realize for some people they can only have knives under 3" and some people just prefer small knives. The rest of the knives on the list have amazing quality and price for what you are getting it's definately a great time to be into knives, I remember 440C being the best supersteel of all time when it came out. The options people have now compared to just 10yrs ago is staggering with steel choices, new materials, and availability of products we are definately in the golden age of knives. Thanks for the great vid Jerad and keep making sharp things fun and enjoyable.

[@NeevesKnives]

I was actually talking about how great 440c is and how we don't appreciate steels like that enough, we are spoiled with great steels but good 440c is a well rounded steel that's easily maintained

[@cyphersuit1]

The begleiter looks like it begleited you a lot already.

[@fordguy8613]

Glad to see so many Kubey's on the list

[@jimlahey5623]

I like your choices, such pretty knives.

[@TheDrivebynerf]

Just noticed we have very similar taste in knives

[@davidheath2427]

Just a simple thank you for what you give . Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful wife .

[@NeevesKnives]

🙏 merry Christmas to you and your close ones

[@twinborn6028]

I'm going to pick up the civivi elementum button lock when I get paid friday

[@NeevesKnives]

Sweet, it's a great one

[@ericcollette5577]

This guy is the supreme knife flicker!

[@jayhaynes5964]

You make a video, I buy more knives lol.

[@chroma9848]

Checkout the Sanrenmu 9202, $30 and you get a spidey hole and compression lock!

[@NeevesKnives]

Really gonna have to check it out

[@theknifeconnection9571]

You mean axis lock. Sure as hell ain't compression

[@dansatermo3185]

Still want or need a kizer towser? Probably someone gave you one but I’d trade you for a miguron velona. Mine is in red micarta if interested.

[@NeevesKnives]

I do have one already, and my velona is being passed around atm

[@derekbenoit10]

I’m new to collecting knives. Your showing so many knives that I don’t even see available on the sites I order from.

[@NeevesKnives]

I try to link as much as possible, there's many different sites, but the really good ones get sold out quickly when they come in stock, but they always come back, most of these should be available

[@gregvanderlip7726]

Bang lol 😆 another great vid brother 👌

[@j.hardesty446]

I have all of the top five besides the kubey. I will be fixing that shortly after Xmas 😂🤦🏼‍♂️

[@NeevesKnives]

Yeah you won't be disappointed

[@joseencarnacion9799]

For the smaller knives am surprised the CRKT Squid was not talked about

[@NeevesKnives]

I didn't get my hands on the squid

[@bkc_edc]

@@NeevesKnives That’s surprising. It’s good but I think a bit over hyped.

[@douglasbrmn2]

That Civivi Knox is the budget model of the We Kitefin it looks like.

[@phillipteems6617]

It’s nice to know even you famous Internet personalities have trouble getting shit. 😆

[@NeevesKnives]

😆 🤣

[@raystupka3823]

Top ten EDC budget knives of 2021.. Jared , “ hold my beer “ ..Gives us 25 !!!! . Peace and great job..Merry Christmas!

[@NeevesKnives]

😆 👊 🍻

[@dionflorio9249]

The Riffle is a great knife that doesn't get alot of attention. I think the Civivi Cogent could be included also.

[@NeevesKnives]

The cogent was over the price, but might end up in the 60 to 100$

[@mariocudia6973]

In wich Site European i can buy Sitivien 102? Thank you

[@NeevesKnives]

I'm not sure but try Amazon

[@plausible.deaniability]

any chance you plan on fixing the format of the links in the description?

[@NeevesKnives]

Yeah I try to do the best I can as I'm still learning especially with tech things but I'm always wanting and trying to improve in anyway I can

[@bdubb5390]

"Guideons tactical" just did a similar list. Total sellout for American brands. Plus the dudes not tactical. I doubt he's military or police. Yup. Just a made up name. Sold out for money I'd bet!!! Smh. You gave a proper review!!

[@NeevesKnives]

🙏 and yes I know, I love supporting the 🇺🇸 and love having opportunities to scream about them when they are the best

[@bdubb5390]

@@NeevesKnives Reviewers just need to stay true. We can tell when there selling out. They discredit themselves. Ehh. Is what it is. Good vid though.

[@mattg2935]

Love my BL Elementum. Keeps finding its way back into my pocket despite new knives. Will the Towser K dethrone it??? Can’t get one to find out. Great channel!

[@jonathanjng]

At 26 mins, what kizer is that? I can't find it!

[@NeevesKnives]

The Towser K

[@ibpositivemostly7437]

Cool video thanks.

[@JohnDoe-yq9ml]

I’ve bought 10 knives over the last two weeks on your recommendations and just ordered two more bc of this video and your suggestions have been rock solid. There’s a lot I can’t find but the ones that I do find and like I buy.

[@justice1327]

IMHO, an EDC , for self defense, should be a fixed blade.

[@NeevesKnives]

Agreed but not everyone can carry a fixed blade always

[@Rime0ne]

It's ironic for me that the Beluga and the Towser K were back to back cuz I've been scouring the internet for both of those. And, you even have the versions I want. Although I'm starting to lean toward the micarta Towser K cuz it looks like the handles are contoured.

[@handsofstone1887]

Dude....D2 is better than 14c28n. If you look at 14c28n wrong, it gets dull.

[@NeevesKnives]

I've tested 14c28n in controlled cut tests and it almost always out performs d2, there's a few companies doing d2 well and in that case yes, but most don't, and most companies do 14c28n well, and some are doing it great like civivi, while I agree d2 is supposed to be better than it is. It usually isn't great from most production companies because it's a finicky steel to heat treat on a larger scale while 14c28n is extremely easy to heat treat, so it's far far more consistent. There's a reason 19 out of 20 knife guys would pick 14c28n over d2

[@handsofstone1887]

@@NeevesKnives You make a valid point about the variability of the heat treat on D2 especially with Chinese manufacturers. Thank you for your response.

[@sahb4049]

Fantastic as usual, thx man.

[@MrCstrsm]

I work in a paper factory where I make toilet paper. I am using a folding razor knife. What would you recommend for cutting multiple layers of paper and cardboard.

[@NeevesKnives]

Something with great geometry, so Something with a thin blade stock and thin bte, depending on how much you want to spend and the size of knife your wanting, because there's many options that are great. But I would probably lean you towards something from CIVIVI like the Praxis, Brigand, Shredder, if you want smaller then the Pintail, or elementum. or even the Kizer Sheepdog full size.

[@MrCstrsm]

@@NeevesKnives I really like the kizer sheepdog. I just don't like the handle.

[@stephenbarone4053]

I must be the only one to get a Beluga with sharp edges. No rounding on mine. Feel every bit of the scales. And I wanted to love the Riffle but the access to the liner lock is terrible and the micarta is garbage. However, the ergos are stellar.

[@NeevesKnives]

You can knock down those edges with a tiny scrub of 300 grt sand paper if it bothers you

[@stephenbarone4053]

@@NeevesKnives 👍

[@luissoares479]

Is KNIFEGLOBAL trust worth it?

[@NeevesKnives]

I'm not sure

[@Cohen.the.Worrier]

Thanks, love the list, great review. However it is not pronounced bag-liter but be-gleiter.

[@wasnt_it]

where did you see the FF Prolix for $59?? (add link if possible), I'll definitely buy one!

[@NeevesKnives]

Blade hq

[@wasnt_it]

@@NeevesKnives TY!

[@mutstumbo]

Thank you for all the information on those knives.

[@bmoviebmovie]

This video is a keeper.

[@phillipteems6617]

Dig this video. Good idea bud

[@ger13nunyah56]

So cool 😎 🤘🏼

[@tomgorden3762]

Disagree on some knife ratings on this review.

[@NeevesKnives]

Was j atleast close

[@chrisventer3060]

Great choice

[@r.m.cortez8178]

great video

[@timothythedude5406]

Great video. The kubey 322 is an amazing knife.

[@aminasshaari7109]

Good video as always. Can we put after market thumb stud like KWIK on the Civivi Elementum Button Lock? If yes, how would it feel as I'm planning to buy one.

[@NeevesKnives]

Not on the button lock elementum because it locks when closed, you can on the civivi cogent

[@aminasshaari7109]

@@NeevesKnivesTQ for your reply, really appreciate it. Will keep on viewing your excellent contents. And I'll wait for Civivi Altus then

[@danieldrake2199]

What was that last kizer with the blue handle?

[@NeevesKnives]

The towser k

[@peterrock6766]

I wish Civivi/Sencut would use the type of quality micarta Kizer's been using. Civivis/Sencut's feels more resin-ey/plastic than anything organic. CJRB uses some great micarta 2, but I'm def impressed with Kizers

[@NeevesKnives]

I agree

[@christophwilhelm6431]

Really appreciate the kubey nova and royal but would have liked this to go up to 75 to include the spiro flipper

[@NeevesKnives]

Well just you wait we have a 60 to 100 coming soon

[@jfriedman5274]

First and foremost great video and second I own way too many of these knives and a few I have multiples of! Regardless I'll say the first thing I did when I got my first beluga with blue micarta was knock the corners off the flipper with my Dremel but my second one I just got that's murdered out I don't need to do it's not as sharp... Love the Riffle! My Kubey ku322 will be here next week... I think this was kind of the year for budget knives with killer action especially for the whole slew of knives that came out right before Thanksgiving ya know I mean there's alot to choose from too many almost! Keep on Keepin on BuD!

[@NeevesKnives]

Absolutely this year was definitely a great year for budget knives, it's hard to imagine what will come next year to top it

[@sthebo1529]

Your videos are so well put together, thanks

[@joseencarnacion9799]

That Kubey looks like a Real Steel Terra! Hardly anybody mentions this knife(Terra). Why? I guess some folks are ignorant!

[@NeevesKnives]

Yeah that is a good one

[@rustyknifelover4463]

I 💯 agree the Riffle is amazing

[@irzyxelwj]

Bang! Having a beer for you 🍺

[@NeevesKnives]

🍻

[@claudiaperry949]

I meant to ask in your last video. Whats the best way to clean denim micarta? I want to clean my QSP penguin.

[@NeevesKnives]

I use alcohol and a rag over and over

[@nyceuc2660]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@rmkunce6883]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@pop4803]

Jared where did you get ferrum forge prix for 60? Great list.

[@NeevesKnives]

Link in description

[@NeevesKnives]

Blade hq

[@karlguillory299]

Where can the prolix be had for $59.00? I'm seeing 80 at amazon and 90 at knifecenter.

[@NeevesKnives]

I put a link in the description

[@ben9and1-3rd]

👍🍻

[@Ike32]

Are the ganzo wire clips interchangeable with Spyderco or lynch clips?

[@NeevesKnives]

I'm not sure I will have to check that and get back to you on that one, great question

[@little2826]

Yeah that pretty much sums it up. I migjt throw a few others in there but I wouldn't say they are better than your picks. Great list.

[@NeevesKnives]

That's how I feel there's a few others that would fit just fine in this list just not necessarily better

[@masemasemasie]

You were talking real fast in this video lol

[@NeevesKnives]

Yeah a lot of knives means long video and many people won't even click on a video over a certain time length

[@masemasemasie]

@@NeevesKnives yea.

[@jeremyshackelford8080]

I own several of these, but I don't own a single Kubey. Looks like I need to put in an order soon

[@NeevesKnives]

Uhh yeaaa

[@jeremyshackelford8080]

Got in the KU122 and the Vagrant this morning. The build quality and action are spot-on. Thanks for the recommendation

[@NeevesKnives]

@@jeremyshackelford8080 👊

[@jeremyshackelford8080]

And the detent! Is that better than Civivi? Maybe?

[@russcagle6965]

So many great knives in 2021! What's 2022 gonna bring us!! ✌️

[@NeevesKnives]

Guess we are gonna find out

[@darenmcgovern4285]

Nice job with a great list.