Bad or Good? USA Made Gerber Sedulo

[@obliviontactical9183]

I’m impressed and happy to see FINALLY putting out a good pocket knife

[@jeffwrinkle575]

Watching Aaron flipping and closing the knife reminds me of the scene in the movie Tombstone of Doc Holliday flipping around his shot cup when shaming Johnny Ringo.

[@gideonstactical]

Haha great movie

[@jhen8633]

That's exactly what he was going for haha

[@silenciummortum2193]

I’ll never forget that fateful night... Doc Holliday was a hell of a guy. I have missed him since he passed...

[@ApostolicITTech]

Been waiting for this video for some time now- not disappointed! Well done and excited about Gerber stepping up! I love Benchmade but glad someone else is coming up with competitive options- if possible, please keep that knife in your collection and use it for future videos for reference.

[@gideonstactical]

I plan to 👍

[@user-gw6gj3is1j]

​​@@gideonstacticalStill have it? How's it holding up? I doubt you'll ever see this, but I ran across a Crooked River (old stock) for about $220... They did put it back for me. It's been kind of my grail knife for a few years. All that sounds great except I keep thinking that I could get a Gerber Sedulo and a Mora Garberg, for right at the same amount. Anyways, I will be pulling the trigger here in about 2 weeks... But, you see my dilemma? I have a Becker BK2 for camping... It is a tank. Need a good folder. Was planning to pair the Crooked River with the BK2 and possibly a Mora Robust or Companion HD... Possibly an Eldris... for the detail and lighter work, feather sticks, etc... Any thoughts? I doubt I get a reply seeing as how this video is two years old... But hey, you never know. Thanks for all the great content. you never know.

[@captainadkins8798]

I just ordered a custom one this morning. Looks awesome. I’m looking forward to more scale options like G10 and titanium.

[@nuzzo300]

Sold...very happy Gerber is stepping up there quality. Just keep it up

[@christamu2]

I think Gerber's starting to come back to life. I just received a customized Terracraft and it's a very well designed blade and sheath with excellent fit and finish. Only took a week and a half to deliver. The grind is a bit thick and the sheath needs a dangler (which it is capable of accepting) but otherwise I'm impressed.

[@jwarehouse1]

Finally picked up a Sedulo. Been carrying it for about two weeks. Love it. Highly recommend.

[@aselrahc]

Just got mine delivered today! Gray scales, black blade. I did a little cardboard cutting earlier but I am excited to put it through the paces soon!

[@BryantToy]

I pre-ordered this knife and have had a few days to fiddle with it. I want Gerber's comeback to succeed as someone who lives 15 minutes away from their headquarters. The price point is about right for the materials. But there are some fit & finish nitpicks that I would expect to be improved for a knife that costs a hundred bucks. I also own two Griptilians and absolutely agree that it's the knife that Gerber is most trying to compete with here. While I like the Sedulo for what it is, I think the extra $20 or so for an S30V Griptilian is still worth it (particularly since I paid $105 for my S30V Griptilian).

[@GeorgeDEFINED]

I have been waiting for this.. 👍🏾

[@Lex5576]

I'm totally stoked to finally see Gerber is stepping up to the plate....and with American made production. I'm always a fan of most any of Crucible's powder metallurgy steels. S30V is still king IMO for the money. Now my decision is whether to buy the black oxide version or just the plain satin blade version. Maybe both.

[@mossifett9071]

Record!!! I customized and ordered one 3 minutes into your video lol. I'm all about S30v steel and Gerber USA made. My Gerber Decree is still going strong. I did finish the video....Cheers!!

[@jeaneche697]

Looks good, and the price is nice for an U.S. made + materials used.

[@Sherrodja]

Benchmade Griptillian vs Gerber Sedulo. Different blade shape, different handle shape and different construction. They only use the same locking mechanism. To say the Sedulo is a knockoff of the Griptillian is like saying a Speyderco Endura is a knockoff of a Buck 110. These two knives fill the same niche so one has to compare, but I like the Sedulo better than the Grip. Gave my Grip to my brother..he deserved a good knife. Knife enthusiast's are fickle. I was waiting for your review before ordering. Great review, now to place my order...thanks.

[@amorbavian]

More a knockoff of Benchmade Bugout than of Griptillian. Bugout just way nicer.

[@Sherrodja]

@@amorbavian BS..

[@GeorgeDEFINED]

Okay.. I have been looking at this and the American Lawman. Which would you pick?

[@jmcdermo]

American Lawman is a straight up beast. Must have.

[@Emozisbit]

Yeah dude get the lawman. Thing is killer and it has a fantastic finger choil. Very useful and surprisingly thin and comfortable in pocket.

[@gideonstactical]

The Lawman is a tough ad nails and if you like choils is the way to go. But it is thin, good for edc but the Sedulo will be rounder and fuller in the hand. The Triad lock on the lawman is super strong, but the Sedulo will be a lot easier and quicker. Both great but pretty different. Hope that helps George!

[@dualsportoutdoors]

Depends on your use. If you put your knife through hell then the American Lawman is your knife. If cutting up boxes, food prep, and not making your co-workers cringe at the loud click of a Tri-Ad lock is your thing then go with the Gerber

[@Sherrodja]

Yes

[@l.j0nes362]

I saw this on their website when it came out and have been waiting for a good review

[@michaelyoung5298]

Got both the Gerber sumo models with the same lock not very fidgety but a good big edc and smkw has them on sale for 29 bucks right now

[@joetraina6844]

Finally received mine yesterday and out of the box, the action is outstanding and having owned dozen of AXIS, ABLE locks, I know it will only get softer and sweeter. Centering is perfect. Very sharp, but it better be. No blade play and very comfortable. Only negative is the un even edge. This is a working knife, so I'm not bothered by that at all. This isn't one of my pretty knives, although I've got to say I'm glad I went with the blue as it's nice, but like my Grips, this one is going out in the yard with me as we speak, so I'll straighten that edge out when I need to sharpen it. Overall, great feel, great weight, the clip is perfection and I have knives that cost 5X as much that I WISH had a deep carry clip like this. For the money, this is a fidget friendly winner. And outstanding review as always, Aaron.

[@ninkendo7714]

So I’m actually still considering the benchmade griptilian because I do like the 550 with the spidey hole. But I agree this looks like a solid competitor to the grip and the bugout.

[@deflyfishing2752]

Idk if I’d go with it over a griptillian or bugout but it seems like a good knife. Another good edc/SUK knife is the Spyderco Shaman. I think you’d really like it!!

[@The4cp]

I LOVE the Shaman what a tank.

[@lucamolinari8628]

One of best reviewer so far, with very helpful tests. Thank you.

[@troycummings5083]

Really appreciate the ability to customize the knife for minimal upgrade cost!:)

[@justadudeintheworldman.120]

Clean looking knife, great lines, good steel, good action, solid lock, good size. $100? Yes please. Best looking Gerber I’ve seen in a long while

[@bRad-ns6iy]

I love my Griptilian! This is the first Gerber I've been excited about in a long time!

[@duncdunc76]

Might it be because it is basically a copy of your Griptilian with just enough variance to avoid patent infringement lol.

[@duncdunc76]

I must say though I kinda like the Gerber's look a bit better then the Griptilian.

[@Mr_Santo5]

Just saw the blue scale version on their website. Glad to see them add another USA made knife to their lineup.

[@randomguyfromtexas1185]

Great video Aaron, been waiting for someone to do a review of the Sedulo and when I saw your page pop up in my IG feed this morning I jumped right on over to the Tube to check it out. Thanks for making my bank account smaller again, you seem to have a knack for making me spend my money!!!😉

[@miroslavstavar2980]

Can't wait to buy one. Looks solid and very useful to me. Don't know price for european market yet.. Thanks for the review.

[@alexanderbertallo1995]

The texture looks like it will attract dirt pretty bad, if mud dries out in there you may got some work in front of you... other than that I think it is a solid offer. Fairly priced... Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work! Much love from Switzerland

[@GrinderMagee]

Not pumped with the poly handles and obtuse edge grind, but a step in the right direction for Gerber and a great blade profile and clip design! Right on for the honest review Aaron!!

[@priority2]

Hoping that the brass pivot bushing is hardened like Henry Rifles, or it will wear quickly

[@Jimbob48863]

I’m thinking of getting one after Christmas. It looks decent and I have gotten away from benchmade.

[@antoniusblade871]

Benchmade has went down the tubes. I finally had to give up on them. Went to Spyderco but seeing the same issues (bad blade grinds)

[@contrabassbob]

The handle looks more comfortable than the evil ones. An interesting comparison would be to Doug's knife.

[@alecazam6931]

Always supplying us with regular and useful content! Much love man hope all is well 🤙🏽

[@SucculentDoorbell]

This platform is so customizable for different scale options, Gerber should hop on that ASAP! Carbon fiber would slay.

[@henryhill6126]

I have not heard of this one. Thanks for the heads up. I noticed you reviewed the Gerber Gator. The Gator was my first real knife. My wife bought one for me the 1st year they came out, like 1991 or 1992? USA made Gerber knives have never let me down. S30V is a low maintenance good steel. It stays very sharp for a long time, very rust resistant, and is not chippy. You can pay more, but why?

[@OLMmedic]

I own both the sedula and the griptilian. I prefer the sedula. Feels better in hand and performs just as good.

[@RubleInnawoods]

Considering how terrible Gerber knives have been for a while, it’s interesting to see a new possibly great Gerber that’s US produced

[@babyblue8214]

I agree, every Gerber I bought was trash.

[@dualsportoutdoors]

Cold Steel falls, Gerber rises

[@RubleInnawoods]

@@dualsportoutdoors oh how the turn-tables

[@bigcat99100]

Taking the SOG route, moving away from Walmart knife status.

[@dualsportoutdoors]

@@bigcat99100 don’t buy SOG. Their customer service is absolute TRASH. If your want a good knife in the $100 zone you want Gerber’s USA made stuff, Spyderco, Artisan, WE, or Kershaw’s USA made stuff

[@NGMonocrom]

Hey, the Gerber's CEO isn't an Anti-2A advocate. That's good enough to go with the Gerber.

[@mikezeee4871]

Always great reviews and this one is no different. For the record the terminology for the locking mechanism is referred to as a "crossbar"; easy to remember as well. One disadvantage of all knives that use the crossbar locking mechanism in my estimation are the springs which provide the release and lock. Overtime springs do fatigue and weaken. Only the manufacturer wouod accurately know, what engineers refer to as, "cycles to failure" on the spring mechanisms. Of course the crossbar lock is stronger than the frame and liner locking mechanisms for the most part. Of course, the best locking mechanism is none at all, a fixed blade! Again, thank you for a thorough and accurate review especially as you compare them to other competitive models in its class. Take care.

[@joeroth7140]

Looks like a great knife. Excellent review Aaron

[@Emozisbit]

The full-size grip. Is sold for 110 on blade-hq. the mini is 102. I think Benchmade’s warranty wins it for me.

[@kejadventures241]

you know I've heard that comment about the warranty before and when I looked into it on their website I genuinely don't think that many people know too much about benchmades TOS

[@HowardTDuck-tv8le]

With benchmade, you're going to need a good warranty.

[@MegaHorseteeth]

like how you did your hair for this one.

[@gideonstactical]

Coming home from the office to snag a quick into lol 😆

[@205jab4]

Look at gerber many years ago used that style lock b4 benchmade, saying that benchmade is the ones who made it popular. I wish I could remember the name of the knife gerber used it on.

[@Handcarved]

benchmade bugout gen3 ?

[@doohantallywhack8267]

What is the blade length of this knife? There is nothing on the website or I must have missed if you listed it.

[@gideonstactical]

Ya it’s 3.4” ish and the cutting edge is 3.25”

[@The4cp]

Great to see Gerber getting into the game. I'm down for a full flat crossbars lock knife.

[@astaschak]

I'm always a bit behind on knife releases, just found this one the other day. if this were made 5, 6 years ago, I probably wouldn't own 3 griptilians. its got a nicer blade shape, full flat ground and a more ergonomic looking handle with the same blade steel unless you figure in my old 154cm mini grip I traded off years ago. I also figure the heat treats should be fairly similar too. Overall I'd consider this a win. It'll be going on my short list for sure.

[@gideonstactical]

Sweet!!

[@billyhooks99]

Great looking knife and review. If I hadn't already spent money on knives for Christmas presents I would ordering one right now.

[@j.w3381]

Go check out the custom part of gerber s site and you’ll be buying one lol

[@whatfreedom7]

They have a lot of US made multi tools too.

[@jeffhollar1830]

Thanks for video looks like one sweet knife mine should be here today i usually lean towards 3in knives but could not pass this one up

[@MPerry-ox9qb]

Fantastic pocket clip. Thought it was a custom MXG clip. Wish the handle material was g10. Otherwise fantastic offering. Great to see Gerber making knives in the USA. How is Gerber's warranty? Benchmade is expensive, but their warranty is fantastic.

[@paulkaterges73]

Great review but do you plan to buy one?

[@ericwessel6511]

If a griptilian and bugout had a baby this is the knife it would be. If Gerber offered it with different scale material (G10 or Micarta) then it would be a no brainer for me. I understand with the S30V they had to cut cost on the handles by using the polymer but I really dislike the cheap feeling of it (currently have a griptilian with FRN scales). In the realm of this style of knives I still think the Hogue/Doug Ritter RSK Mk1 G2 is the top dog for me. The grind is middle ground between the Griptilian and the Sedulo and it has milled G10 scales. Thanks for the review!

[@DanoG-xf7jb]

Nice! Gerber moving up my list for sure.

[@reasonablenamehere]

SOG and Gerber are two brands I never would have expected to be talking about now if you had asked me a year or two ago. Now please for the love of God, make Schrade great again!

[@majoroverkill1376]

Designed in the USA, made in...??? I really liked Gerber back in the day, 1980's, but just have no interest anymore. Like Kershaw, I have there original field knife kit made in the USA and it is still great after 20+ year and now there just mediocre at best. I completely understand why but there quality went right out the window. The thing I appreciate about your videos is there is no BS to your reviews its all straight up, thank you, and that's what makes me decide if a product is worth purchasing. It will be nice when and if Gerber will start making all there products again in the USA so you don't have to go looking. Great video as always Gideon, thanks again!

[@mostmuscular619]

Solid vid. It's the second I've seen covering this knife. I've always appreciated Gerber since the 90's when I was in my teens. Love the Gator fixed and folding knives. Gerber has fell off in recent years, this knife however is worth time in the pocket and out in the field.

[@chrisreuther4546]

Love it... and you can do some customization without breaking the bank... to customize with Benchmade and a better modern knife than the Buck Spitfire which is a sad design that they offer in the custom shop.

[@TheGrenadier97]

Looks good. Thanks for reviewing it.

[@billrivers7558]

I hate the sound my Griptillian makes but I don't have any blade wobble at all in my griptillian the only real issue I have is the pocket ripping grip under the pocket clip I like what gerber did with the fact trying to prevent with a flatbed for the pocket clip hate to say it but in some ways its almost better than the griptillian price for sure better

[@louisrandall2007]

Should I get this if I already have a benchmade bug out mini, griptilian, and Osborn? I’m a knife collector so I’m not really concerned about the quantity of knives I have, but I want to know if this is worth collecting?

[@Sherrodja]

Yes.

[@Eric-ew8jt]

Great video Aaron thanks KZbin has been screwing with my Notifications, great Haircut BTW 👍👍

[@gideonstactical]

Miss GT gave me a good cut! 💪😀

[@Eric-ew8jt]

@@gideonstactical I could tell right away!

[@aaronbenns9051]

Definitely s30v will hold up with a fine edge its one of the reasons premium knife steel is made

[@arturorodriguez8832]

Amazing review as always, i do need one

[@survivetheattack]

Still a bit small for my XL hands. SOG has been getting my money due to their willingness to risk making bigger, beefier options (current prefered EDC is the Seal XR). Like you though, I'm happy to see Gerber get into the premium folder market, and I look forward to seeing an XL model!

[@Ghostyx1989]

the sog seal xr is my favorite axis lock knife and my favorite knife period but this looks nice

[@matthewtaylor9063]

Nice review would like to see options for g10, maybe down the line.

[@gideonstactical]

I bet they will do that in the custom store

[@kirkjohnson9353]

I don't know much about knives like this but are you sure the bushings are brass and not bronze? I think bronze is a more common bushing material.

[@samturner6455]

They are brass and not phosphorus bronzen

[@gideonstactical]

Correct

[@kirkjohnson9353]

@@gideonstactical Ok, cool. Just curious

[@Oldcoinsandstuff1]

I’ll buy the smaller version when it comes out. Just to big for my area

[@Hoodyhoo2121]

When I first saw your intro pic for the video, I thought it was a Bugout. Certainly seems like a Bugout copy.....maybe a little beefier.

[@lovescamaros1]

similar materials in s30v and plastic scales but it's thicker.

[@samturner6455]

I have already received one. Like Aaron wonderful knife. They need to make an aluminum handle for customizing. Blade steel for customs wish they would try cpm-m4 or cru-wear.

[@gideonstactical]

Glad your experience has been good too!

[@deadpoollee9497]

That company that does the bugout should make some for this.

[@LoneRiderz]

My only complain is the blade markings being a bit too big.

[@Denman500.]

Like I said on FB ,I can afford more Gerbers than Benchmades.

[@kylelindberg7771]

is the handle plastic?

[@alexryherd9810]

Quick question, do any lefties actually switch the clip and carry left pocket?

[@cashdingo6386]

yes

[@RubleInnawoods]

No, I just use my right hand. Feels just as natural

[@HowardTDuck-tv8le]

If a knife isn't capable of a lefty clip, i won't even consider buying it.

[@alexryherd9810]

Probably should have specified im left handed, always just carried my knives in my right pocket because for whatever reason I loke my left hand and pocket free.

[@knifecharlatan8912]

Could this be the best value benchmade knife?? Who knew gerber would put out the best benchmade. Lol

[@TurkeyCreekjackjohnson_]

Funny ass name haha

[@NE_Ohio_Hiker]

It’s literally a full flat grind griptilian

[@TheVincent2345]

Not really, I have both and the feel of the sedulo is significantly more comfortable and a more solid knife.

[@lrrp692]

Looks to be a contender to the bugout very close in blade shape. Gerbera USA made knives are very good

[@ogarzabello]

Griptillian

[@davidszajner2283]

The Gerber is much thicker in handle . Mine arrived tight with an off center blade.

[@koga8100]

Looks amazing, but if you have a griptillian don’t get it. If you don’t, go for it

[@megacab]

It seems like a good knife, but a little on the generic side. With some of the other knives I already have that are similar I'll pass on this one.

[@hooper4581]

Basically a quality USA made daily user knife for 100 bucks. What more would you want ? Don’t think they are trying to be fancy

[@elijahclark6093]

I do absolutely like the look of the gerber better

[@FPSNovaS]

.... brass will wear out way faster than phosphorus bronze ... cant say I'm a fan.

[@49giants3]

It’s $115 on the site right now as of February 5th 2021

[@gregoryblake3377]

What no Bugout comparison come on that's what we were thinking.

[@gideonstactical]

No, the handle size and weight aren’t even close. The griptilian is closer

[@barryrosenlieb6092]

The blade design kinda reminds me of the sch 42

[@kaos021979]

Might be s grippy killer. I like the gerber handle better, and that pocket clip is awesome. I may have to retire my grippy

[@johncampbell6649]

Send me your grip I'll disposed of it for you

[@hunterglaspell5580]

To all the people going to say “oh they copied benchmade” (because I’m already seeing some ignorant people saying so) no they didn’t. The axis lock wasn’t even benchmades invention, they bought it off someone, of which the patent expired so it’s free game. Chris Reeves invented the frame lock, but we don’t say every frame lock other companies use is a copy.

[@gideonstactical]

Yep, that’s why I said, “Benchmade made it famous.” 👍

[@hunterglaspell5580]

@@gideonstactical I caught that, many still don’t seem to understand still lol. Great content btw as always!

[@nikitaskitev8143]

It is concerning that you couldn't close it with the first attempt 8 out of 10 times.

[@dylanbrown3840]

I mean it's essentially a griptilian copy. I'm glad they are using better materials and being produced in the US but why not design your own knife make it better than the grip?

[@jeffwrinkle575]

Very impressive knife. Since the knife in the review is a prototype I would hope the rocking at 1:50 would be resolved once the Sedulo goes to full production. Overall I like this knife. I own the Gerber MP400 and Strongarm and they have been reliable and steady performers for years. Love the price point which is great for an Axis Lock type of knife.

[@thomasmaloney843]

Based on the video, I like the Gerber best.

[@Jsmith9055]

It looks like Gerber is getting better with the crossbar lock. I got a Highbrow model a little while back, it was a cheap pickup on a whim, and I thought it was a huge miss. It had a very strange extra lock under the flipper tab, and it was assisted. The assist spring made the axis style lock completely useless. Why have a crossbar lock if your going to stop the blade halfway closed?

[@duncanmckim578]

I want one now

[@warchild3536]

Where, can i find it and how much is it?

[@dunexapa1016]

Except ... did not do SIMPLE modifications that would have VASTLY improved this lock ...

[@prestonnormile9996]

Looks like herbert's version of the Bugout

[@bosse641]

Nice one.

[@duncdunc76]

Well if you mean nailed it by copying a Benchmade Griptilian as closely as they could Id say I agree. I do kinda like the look of the Gerber a bit more then the Griptilian you compared it to. But Id want to know that there was no patent or design infringement shenanigans before buying one!

[@mikeelek9713]

That's a good looking Gerber at a fair price. Great review.

[@johnbowen5336]

Only really good companies can recess their clip screws. Now if only they could recess the clip also!