Andrew Demko MG AD20 Folding Knife - Overview and Review

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[@aznelite325]

I have the blue G-10 20CV version as well, and it's way too much fun to play with. It's basically exactly what I was itching for earlier in the year - overbuilt and strong as heck, very fidget-friendly with great action, and has satisfying use of thumbstuds. With what I'm realistically going to be doing with a folder and at this blade stock thickness and geometry, I'm totally good with 20CV over 3V for the edge retention. Favorite new knife of the year for me too.

[@aznelite325]

@Strangely Brown Of those two, I only have the CS AD10 and would definitely pick the AD20 over it if available (and price isn't a factor). For the AD20, the blade profile, fidget factor, thickness behind the edge, coolness exclusive feeling, and weight are all better for me. The AD10 is a little bull-nosed for my liking, I prefer a pointier tip, as well as being rather thick behind the edge. The one thing the AD10 does win at is the ergonomics with its contoured scales. But even there, the AD20 has a more useable choil and pocket clip IMO.

[@blamedexter]

I really hope Cold Steal picks this up, I would love to sit at my computer and mess with that lock

[@metal_complex]

Absolutely

[@wooper.5783]

ohh man this knife is so cool.. I'm glad you got the chance to review it.

[@TheModernNeanderthal]

The best Demko yet. So good I had to order a second. Also, both of mine are 3V, it just fits the character of this knife better than 20CV

[@randyf.9188]

He has some very innovative lock designs. I appreciate what he brings to the knife industry, along with the Hawks. Nice job!

[@dmileskijr]

I agree. Demko and the Hawks are great. I LOVE the lock on my Buck Marksman, designed by the Hawks. This locking mechanism looks like it functions in a similar way.

[@mantanna2]

I really like the folder as a whole. To me the lock looks very cool. I'm a fan of it, and if one came my way I would pull on it.

[@horromantix]

Took the words out of my mouth. Since he posted the prototype I’ve been dreaming about it being released production in s45vn

[@klaassiersma4892]

I like it, i want one too. Andrew is gonna make a ton of these (i hope)

[@f4t4lity0r4]

Can’t wait to find one of these

[@markedeloy]

Hey bud. Would you happen to know where I could get this exact model? Ive been looking everywhere for the blue. Love the color.

[@jerseythedog]

Now I know how MC and Advanced Knife Bro came up with the idea of their latest collaboration. Freaking brilliant! I’m not going to say it out loud. Just watch the videos.

[@NHRebelsthoughts]

Love this knife hope it becomes available again

[@franksalem8580]

The blade steel on this knife is 3V. It is stamped on the blade and you can see it if you look down on the blade with the knife in the closed position. It is to the right of the jimping in line with the pivot. You may have to take a cotton swab and clean the steel to be able to read it. Also John Dempko states that this is 3V. The blade steel on the custom is 20CV. I own both knives and can verify this. Good thorough review.

[@carsandgaming1734]

Frank Salem Demko makes the “midtech” version for $425 in both 3V and 20CV.

[@metal_complex]

The blade steel on this AD20 is definitely 20CV. I confirmed it with Nick.

[@TylerGoesFishing]

looks really cool

[@ahhcrickets]

Yeah dude, just yeah. I got mine in MG 3V (sharp as all heck) with custom shaped layered two-toned g10 for a little bit more cashola. Sent you some pics on IG a couple weeks ago. Awesome review. Nailed it. This is my #1. Yep.

[@stevemastbaum]

Do gravity knives come out the front more than side opening?

[@JoelHunterGun]

Cold Steel Engage vid, please. Original Goat did an amazing custom run with it too. I snagged one up off their site while it lasted, thank God.

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

I have wanted this so bad since I saw it, and then the second run was in 3V. 🤯🤯🤯

[@metal_complex]

NICE! Didn't know that!

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

@@metal_complex - whole batch sold out in less than a minute. Hope they release more in 3V.

[@JoshStallings1]

Hell yes. Everything about the AD20 screams to me. I have been waiting for Knife Center to drop these. And then yesterday I saw one with Full ti in the after market. Luckily I jumped on it, because Blade Center sold out of the G10 I wanted FAST. NOW my wallet is empty but my heart is full, of anticipation.

[@dsslogistics1277]

How much did you snag it for? Wondering what the price is on the secondary market Thank you

[@JoshStallings1]

@@dsslogistics1277 $660 seemed expensive but fair.

[@Antmanwald0423]

Sweet!

[@joshuacole1173]

Metal Complex!! Let me know when you will let go of that AD20! Or if you have connections on someone that is wanting to get rid of theirs! Been looking for a while!!

[@nmnate]

I have to say, I'd buy one of these if Cold Steel ever made them with phosphor bronze washers (I'm sure they'd sell incredibly well). Just as a sidenote, adding external stops to a knife that already has an internal stop pin is not something that would actually work well in application. Adding another constraint to a system that is fully constrained just doesn't work well (the knife blade would locate off of one feature, not both - especially if you consider wear). However, I do think you're right, external stop pins would have a very slight advantage if someone were prying with a knife. Perhaps we're overthinking the knife. It doesn't have to be a Hinderer. It looks amazing as-is. :)

[@beardedgear]

Mine is in the mail and the waiting is really hard for this one 😅

[@brandonmaples]

Agree😅 Thanks a Again for your sticker man👊

[@davidinghram2494]

I know that I`m late to this dance, but hope if Cold Steel eventually makes an AD20, that they offer it in a blue version just like this one.

[@voodoo7008]

Really nice, hard to get high dollar knife. Never heard of them before this. You’re kinda like knife school.

[@johnwest4492]

Hey MC, you may have said but does Cold Steel make a version of this knife ?

[@metal_complex]

Not yet... im hoping they do!

[@Dont_Poke_The_Bear]

Somebody, anybody, PLEASE talk the Demkos into making an American Lawman-sized version of this knife! I love the Demko stuff until I try to carry em at work. They are just not sized for "office carry".

[@applejuice-4706]

Any updates on how we can get one?

[@dwcarc]

I watch your videos too much. Now, I just ordered one from KnifeCenter (can I say that?) before they're gone again. DLT and other vendors I use are out of stock 😉

[@robertm8401]

Quite handsome compared to the AD15, IMHO. Quite fidgety too.

[@jerseyknifeguy6382]

Where can you recommend I pick one up???? Thanks

[@chrisjaskulski8613]

Knifejoy has them right now

[@metal_complex]

Im tempted....

[@georgelewis9127]

In at least one large state, we cannot legally carry a fixed-blade knife concealed.

[@thejuicer9706]

I want it

[@rockspydre]

That’s not a big knife. It’s a useful size, but smaller than I usually prefer. Ok. Maybe I like BIG knives. Bigger than this, preferably. But I DO have his 20.5. And it’s a sweetheart of a little knife.

[@johnwest4492]

I can't believe it's that big, because it doesn't look like it when you hold it. The knife is deceptive lol

[@lyerlya]

Got the Ti, now want the G10...

[@pauldayton5285]

I'd like to see this knife go up against the S.O.G. Seal XR Flipper !

[@metal_complex]

I'm sure the SOG is a fine knife, but that wouldn't be a fair battle. They're in totally different ballparks.

[@pauldayton5285]

@@metal_complex You mean price? Both are big , heavy , hard use knives. Both have bearings not washers. One has G-10 the other has GRN scales. I'm a lefty , I like that both are ambidextrous. I'd love to see a overall comparison between the two especially a lock strength test. I think everyone would agree that the CPM20V is a step above CPMS35VN but other than that I see a lot of similarities between the two knives. Just look at the blade shapes & design's , very similar.

[@metal_complex]

Price, materials, country of origin and overall finish work is quite different. The Demko comes in a wide variety of different steels. 20cv, cruwear, 3v, s45vn and more. The SOGs lock is probably plenty strong, and both knives are probably way overkill in terms of durability. The main issue here is that we're comparing two knives with relatively similar capabilities, but the Demko is in the next "class" up. This area includes a lot of extra finish work and refinement that might only be valued by enthusiasts. Not everyone wants the same thing from their knives. Judging by Demkos lock tests, it's unlikely the SOG has a better lock if you really want my thoughts there, but again, both are overkill. So a lock strength comparison might be trivial. Sorry. It's just not a comparison that's going to make sense for a lot of people. I appreciate the conversation anyway.

[@pauldayton5285]

@@metal_complex I totally agree that the AD-20 is a "step above" the S.O.G. Country of origin though? Aren't they both American made? I received the S.O.G this last Christmas as a gift from a friend & have been carrying it ever since. I've stayed away from S.O.G. in the past but it looks like now they're really making an effort to put out better product's. Prior to the S.O.G. I carried the Spyderco Manix 2XL for 6yrs as my EDC & I think that knife might be my all time favorite. Like you mentioned in the video , I've never had any problems with the coil spring. I used to think that the Spyderco Manix 2XL in M4 with the Flytanium ball cage , ti back spacer , ti liners & possibly carbon scales would be my "Excalibur" but now you have me second guessing looking at this AD-20. When it comes to the performance of the AD-20 is it also a "step above" making it easy justify the higher price? I understand you're a connoisseur , having an appreciation for the higher end materials , craftsmanship & attention to detail that you'd expect from the more expensive knives. I appreciate your channel & value your opinion. Sometimes I think you're to modest & don't give yourself the credit you deserve. Thank you for your time !

[@pauldayton5285]

@@metal_complex The XR lock from S.O.G is a lock bar system very similar to the Axis lock from Benchmade.From what I've seen the difference between the XR & Axis is when you pull the XR lock tabs down it automatically starts pushing the blade out where the Axis does not. I'm curious to know if the XR lock uses the exact same omega spring's as the Axis lock or if the spring's are completely different. I agree with you , the locks on both the S.O.G. & AD-20 are plenty strong , the Shark lock is probably stronger than the XR but I still want to see them up against each other , I want to know how many pounds it takes to make each lock fail. S.O.G. claims the XR lock is rated up to 2,000lbs & says it's just as strong as the tri-ad. I don't know if I believe that. One thing is for sure , I'm going to put this S.O.G. through Hell to see how "hard use" this knife really is ! Something I might be scared to do with the AD-20 because of price lol , maybe that's the only advantage the S.O.G. has over the AD-20?

[@Apex_grind562]

You are starting to sound alot like nick Shabazz. Originality is a must.

[@metal_complex]

You'll have to explain exactly what it is you're referring to before I tell you you're incorrect lol.

[@mickkeim4142]

Geez Laweez...

[@dalecarpenter8828]

It has the bump right where you need it smoth to work with ! When is he coming out with a knife that is all handle ! I get the clone $10.00 plus $10.00 shipping ( much closer to production cost ), and grind the bump off !

[@dalecarpenter8828]

You're adding to their line of bull justifying their greedy for no reason price !

[@GerstBladeworks]

Man they just look cheap to me