Benchmade Mini Adamas, Lock Failure. (doesn't happen with other axis locks)

It's unclear why the lock is disengaging. Either the coating is causing an issue or the geometry is not quite right..there is about .5mm - 1mm of additional distance that the lock bar could travel if modified...but that's for another video.
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[@helterskelter156]

I’ve investigated this matter with two of my Adamas (mini and full-size) versions. I can confirm that your suspension is partially correct. To elaborate, however, the reason why the lockbar doesn’t engage far enough is because BM applies some sort of treatment to the blade, to be able to get the proper adhesion of the Cerakote coating to the blade steel. It seems to also decrease the friction coefficient between the steel bar and the tang of the blade, in the area of engagement. I used a small piece of sandpaper to expose the entirety of the blade’s tang area (where the lock-bar engages/ slides), and it fixed the problem.

[@philipjanes]

I'm thinking batoning with a folder of any kind isn't the greatest idea, except maybe Cold Steels Triad lock. Still, it is concerning that it could possibly happen under any hard use, or self defense even. Who knows.

[@mozezfreek777]

I think that if I needed to baton with any of those, I would probably just disengage the lock and keep the handle at a 90 degrees angle. It is an interesting investigation none the less

[@paulb322]

Have mini that fails the same way .I tried a set of "heavy duty " omega springs that helped ,, but under a slightly stronger not really hard - spine whack it failed .My fix - I took tbe knife completely apart and filed each liner - where the axis lock bar rides forward on the blade about 1mm more forward and presto - no more issue . Of course , no one should EVER have to do this - especially to a $200+ knife But it works .

[@salimoneus]

Does anyone know if the newly released 2022 Shot Show edition of this knife has the updated blade design that fixes this issue?

[@hailbaphomet]

Kind of an interesting note but not at all surprising to me. I have never used a folding knife for batoning and never will. I don't wanna break my knives plain and simple lol 🤷‍♂️.

[@craigkim5995]

Wish I saw this before I got my full-sized Adamas. I experienced the exact same thing on my last camping trip. Like you - it's never happened on any of my other BM's or Spydercos. Kind of disappointed given that Benchmade markets this as their "do anything, take any abuse" knife in their lineup.

[@adonisdelacampa7057]

You guys are all rurning me down from Benchmade in general no good huh?

[@Ghstrdr7]

Ever find a fix? I have e the same issue, to stubborn to send back to bm.

[@maxlvledc]

They said just send it back for a fix

[@saigudbai]

Thanks for the testing. I'll check my new mini Adamas to see if it needs to be sent in for a blade change.

[@corybogdanovitch956]

So I have a mini adamas I never batoned with . I dropped in on the floor one day and realized the lock had failed . I thought it might be a fluke so I did a few light spine wacks on my knee and it was definitely a fail . I sent it in and they replaced the whole blade . The new blade has way more meat for the lock bar to catch on and it works great . And the turn around time was also great

[@maxlvledc]

I'm going to do this. Thanks so much!!!

[@bryanin602]

Completely agree. Same thing was bothering me after watching it. Interested also in the full sized. The new one.

[@Erik-sq8nz]

my full size sucked

[@mr.crumbles2557]

I imagine the triad lock would handle this test best, given there isn't a small interface that can hop out of place horizontally. You'd need to literally shear part of the blade tang or backlock bar off

[@maxlvledc]

oh, no doubt..that one has already been tested extensively. But I've done this with other benchmades with no issue of the lock. This is worse than usual.

[@willieboy3011]

I do not baton, but I do EDC carry for self defense. I have had a knife lock fail in such a situation, so this is paramount to me. Have you tried the spine tap test on the Adamis?

[@maxlvledc]

Yes...fails instantly

[@willieboy3011]

@@maxlvledc Thanks for that.

[@SmilingGator96]

I would test the adamas on softer hits to see if it's a real issue or not. The thing is most knife locks aren't made to survive negative pressure. Not defending it, just ain't surprised really.

[@maxlvledc]

the last hit I made in the video was the lightest one by far. Its probably the best example.

[@beyourself7428]

I think the real problem here is that Benchmade advertise this model to be a heavy use model, yet even their "lightweight edc" Bugout, which also uses axis lock, but with wonky squeezable scales, can survive WAY higher stress than this no problem. If the Adamas lock is not a design flaw then it doesn't make any sense.

[@Marshallbushcraft]

I think its just surprising that it did fail so quickly , lots of gas station pocket knives can last more than 1-5 hits

[@marsjam4117]

Not trying to be a douche, but baton with a fixed blade. No worry's ✌️

[@ThomasConnolly]

Dominic, it would be quite interesting if you could compare the new Benchmade Adamas(CruWear) with the older/original Benchmade Adamas(D2). I very curious to see if the original Benchmade Adamas has this same weak/flawed lock issue as the newer Benchmade Adamas🤔

[@karlbach1451]

Almost like ya just shouldn’t baton with folders Thanks for doin this so I didn’t have to haha

[@4HI-4LOW]

@MaxLVLEDC. Hey man did you ever make a follow up video to this? I have the full size and have the same issue. I have been attempting to break in the lock section so it seats fully as another KZbinr was showing but it’s still failing and wondered if you found out a solution. Looked through your videos and didn’t see a follow up.

[@maxlvledc]

I've heard that Benchmade will fix this if you send it in.

[@4HI-4LOW]

@@maxlvledc yeah I saw another one that said they made the spec for where the blade and the lock meet slightly off on the First productions and if you send it in they give you a brand new blade that is now redesigned to correct specs so new versions of this have no issues. I just filled out the form and will send mine off tomorrow. I love the knife otherwise.

[@topfueljunkie100]

@@4HI-4LOW Did you ever get your knife fixed and have you tested it since to see if the lock failure is fixed? I'd like to get one of this issue has been corrected. Also, how can one tell if the knife they are getting has this issue fixed? Will it say which production run it's from or something? Thank you!

[@4HI-4LOW]

@@topfueljunkie100 yes I did, they completely replaced the blade with the new redesigned one and it locks up like a tank, no issues at all now, they said the original blades were slightly out of spec at the lock up area and that caused the issues, the new ones are good to go.

[@4HI-4LOW]

@@topfueljunkie100 I don't know how to tell, even the new blade still said first production run on it so I don't know how to tell, I could just see the lock up area was slightly different angle than it was before

[@ThomasConnolly]

Benchmade is is about to release at several online knife retailers a Shot Show 2022 exclusive Benchmade Mini Adamas with dark red micarta handles. I'm quite curious if Benchmade has fixed this flaw/lock up issue on this new exclusive version🤔

[@maxlvledc]

I heard they did

[@ThomasConnolly]

@@maxlvledc If you don't mind me asking, who or where did you hear this from🤔

[@ninoslavtomlinovic2252]

Could it be that the lock disengaging is actually a feature, so the knife/lock is not damaged while batoning?

[@maxlvledc]

That would be news...when this happened to Dutch Bushcraft Knives the CEO responded saying he was very disappointed that it failed.

[@mingshey]

Felix Immler says disengage the lock before you baton with a folder, so you do not affect the lock.

[@maxlvledc]

He is 100% correct..but if a knife cant take what I just did in this Video...it can't be called H.D. This is an embarrassment to Benchmade.

[@mingshey]

@@maxlvledc I got it. Knowing the limit of your tool is one thing and pushing it to the limit is another.

[@jirpijirpinen8110]

Just here watching you baton 300e folding knife and after that 250e folder.. Well omega springs arent that expensive but are you ok in head ?

[@maxlvledc]

Probably not 🤪

[@hectorrivera6624]

Dont think folding knives are meant for batoning.

[@tedknight1676]

I grab a fixed blade for that.

[@tedknight1676]

I couldn't understand that too, using something for which it was not designed to do use a fix blade instead .

[@concealmenttraining9371]

Benchmade markets this as a hard use folder. Then wtf does hard use mean?

[@hectorrivera6624]

@@concealmenttraining9371 probably not batoning. Use the right tool for the job

[@Elcapbro]

The whole point is that several cheaper Benchmade folders, which aren’t marketed as “heavy duty” such as the griptilian, bugout and super freek, have survived similar tests including batoning; all without axis lock failure

[@BladeTrinity89]

Any update on if you or benchmade fixed the issue?

[@maxlvledc]

havn't sent it yet actually.

[@topfueljunkie100]

@@maxlvledc How about now since it's been 10 months? Did you send it in and was it fixed? I'd like to be to get the full size Adamas but need to know if the issue has been successfully fixed or not.

[@CarlosCruz-cu1km]

I have a large adamas. Took it camping and did some chopping on small branches. Then there was front to back blade play. Sent it to get fixed, still waiting for it to be returned by benchmade. I wanted it to be my most hard use folder, but changed to ad10 and 4max scout. Ended up trading adamas for crooked river, benchmade took over a month waiting for blade redesign they said.

[@maxlvledc]

Yea, I've heard ppl have been sending it back, but are getting good blades now.

[@naturallyadapted2096]

My mini adamas lock would fail incredibly easy even without batoning it. I could collapse it with a gentle spine tap on the steel toe of my boot. Returned it immediately

[@maxlvledc]

That sucks...I think I'm sending the full sized adamas back at this point

[@Erik-sq8nz]

mine to full size one

[@socomelite1]

Doesn’t matter if it’s used or not. You can send in a BM and get it serviced.

[@nust8235]

So how I fix?

[@maxlvledc]

Send it to Benchmade

[@xx05jurtos]

It’s almost like those big brands are lying about how tough their folders are! 🤭

[@DronSnow]

So is the Adamas with d2 better?

[@maxlvledc]

I've heard Benchmade has fixed the issue with the current model

[@DronSnow]

@@maxlvledc yes but what about cpm vs d2 and thinner blade?

[@2371Anita]

DBK guys are absolutely awesome! 🤩 They crack me up every time! 😁They really, REALLY, testing knives. 👌

[@maxlvledc]

they are some of my favorites. I cant miss their videos.

[@user-xx5zl8dz1v]

The aluminum Bugout 535BK-4 did awesome

[@whalehands4779]

This isn't the first one to do this, and mine also did this and sliced my thumb open. None of my other BMs have done this. I wonder why the Mini Adamas is doing this. Also, you can still send it in to get it fixed.

[@maxlvledc]

I think I will

[@rip666]

Perhaps it would be better if you used a small ax or machete for this kind of work? Each tool was designed for a specific purpose. I don't think it's smart to use a folding knife for batoning.

[@maxlvledc]

Correct...but the goal was to test a flaw...believe me when I day every other Benchmade axis lock can do this...something went wrong with this one. And I'm not the only one this has happened too. I think batoning is gross abuse even for a fixed blade..but it's a great way to test extreme durability

[@concealmenttraining9371]

They market it as a hard use folder. IMO its a piece of trash

[@bdach88]

Still a great knife. I’m only batoning with a full tang fixed blade anyway

[@ShaunRGardner]

Show us how to modify it to stop the issue

[@maxlvledc]

I took it apart when I got inside..sadly I think it might not be possible..I can have the lock bar move in a small amount...but I don't think it will be enough...it needed more steel on the back of the tang...its a design flaw in the blade tang. I'm still going to try it..if Benchmade cant fix it.

[@gregshock]

What real practical use is batoning, anyway? If you’re camping or hiking, don’t you have an actual small axe or hatchet with you?

[@maxlvledc]

None, only emergency and for seeing how durable a lock is

[@stephenjohnson3084]

exposes the dry core of the wood in a wet situation

[@BlackPilledWhite]

I would think that the auto Adamas would have less an issue because there is constant tension pushing back against the axis lock.

[@maxlvledc]

Normally axis locks don't have this issue

[@mingshey]

Off the topic, but not long after you said “It’s an absolutely awesome saw.” at 1:57 the tree just broke off 2:02 far down from where the saw had done its good job. What a comical moment! Did you keep that shot on purpose? Anyway the Silky saw models are on my wish list.

[@maxlvledc]

Yep!😅 just keep swimming swimming swimming

[@mallogallo36]

When the limb broke and not where it was sawed >-

[@waynekelly1419]

Maybe the lesson is don’t baton with your nice EDC folders. Isn’t that more suited to fixed blades for heavy outdoor tasks?

[@anarionpiano]

If your folding knives are holding up to batoning you’re just getting lucky… they’ll fail soon. What you should do is either baton with the lock disengaged or baton just enough to get a crack, then use a wedge to finish

[@rabadabadoo491]

I've never truly seen the point of batoning. If the wood is small enough to be split by a folder I'm pretty sure it would burn anyway. If it was life and death then you'd do what you had to do but otherwise your using your expensive knife to do a job that a cheap fixed blade or hatchet could do better for much less cash. Interested viewing though. Cheers

[@maxlvledc]

Of course I agree...but it's a great test for 2 reasons...proves your willing to use it as the tool that it is...and provides a great way to test sudden impact to a lock and blade

[@rabadabadoo491]

@@maxlvledc yep, I'm just glad your doing it and not me! It would be interesting to know what's the best lock in this situation. I must admit I do like a backlock..

[@maxlvledc]

@@rabadabadoo491 triad lock...not close

[@mrjay8627]

I dunno man. I just went out and batoned mine into a 2x4 so far till I had to hit it backwards to get it out and my lock didnt fail. No wiggle either

[@maxlvledc]

I've definitely heard some say theirs works great...so far looks like 4-5 out of 10 are bad...so definitely an issue for somw

[@mrjay8627]

@@maxlvledc yeah must be. Really like your channel, mostly watch for the multitools. Hopefully leatherman throws down in 2022

[@maxlvledc]

@@mrjay8627 so far Vic, SOG and Gerber have a huge head start

[@dualsportedc]

They must have fixed the issue on the big one. Gideons Tactical batoned his full size Adamas and had no problems. I’m surprised the mini Adamas has issues. I batoned the hell out of a Bugout on my old channel with no problems. I don’t follow DBK anymore. Not since they beat a great blade into hardened plywood and pried which bent the tip and then called the knife bad. Any knife would bend or break at the tip if you did that. They just wanted to make that knife look bad because it was designed by a KZbinr they view as a rival

[@maxlvledc]

From what I can tell based on sample size...half have this issue (based on 6 full size and 5 smalls)

[@Doug-do7ge]

Tree broke 6 inches away from cut. Didn't even need saw

[@maxlvledc]

Probably..but good chance to play with the saw lol

[@Homeyomey]

Lmaooo

[@BlackPilledWhite]

I have to say, I would never baton with a folder anyway.

[@MiklosBencsik]

Hello everyone. I found this video interesting because I have a mini Adamas from launch day. I’ve taken it up 4 times now to make a fire on a hike. I Did battoning on some downed brush, feathered and made a fire each time with a magnesium rod (my knife looks like trash now) but the lock “HAS NOT DISENGAGED” one time. It did disengage when I first bought it. It had to be worn in a lot. So i flipped it a ton and used minute amounts of 3in1 oil on the mechanism. Maybe it just needs time to wear in since it’s axis lock is so large! I hope that helps.

[@maxlvledc]

Hmm, this tells me I might be able to fix it with a diamond file

[@Erik-sq8nz]

i haven’t had any luck man mine and my friends same model sucks

[@MiklosBencsik]

@@Erik-sq8nz you know, I really hope benchmade fixes this. Otherwise, there is no point in buying this knife lol. A Normal s30v benchmade knife can do all that this can and they are cheaper. We all bought this knife to have that “peace of mind capability’s in our pocket”

[@Erik-sq8nz]

@@MiklosBencsik exactly man i thought it would compare with cold steel but its more on the lines of gerber but costs $350 😂😂😂

[@jesush.vazquez6851]

So that's why the bench was all bent out of wack at the park...🙄 and who the F... batons a folding knife...🤦‍♂️ that's what I have several fixed blades for. BTW, I just handled a mini adamas at Cabelas the other day and the pocket clip is humongous, I'm not 100% sold on it because of that but batoning capabilities are not one of the selling points for any of my folders, most of them will just fail eventually

[@jaredgranger4180]

Lol. Because a small pocket knife being used to baton is appropriate. Use the right tool for the job

[@matejmalej596]

i figure out what is the problem with the lock...a had the same problem and i solved. the axis bar and blade on contact with the bar is to smooth... make both coarse and will be ok, my is now prfect

[@maxlvledc]

Good to know! I want to send it back first

[@jimcy1318]

Don't do that with a lock knife.

[@maxlvledc]

I have multiple knives that can handle this level of abuse and much much more...This kind of locking issue could happen from much less than I showed, others have contacted me saying they had Adamas' that were even worse.

[@croatialives]

Folders have never been desighned to be batoned with ever

[@maxlvledc]

Obviously, that doesn't change the fact that the lock should not disengage. I own a # of Benchmade tools and I've never had this lockup issue with any of them.

[@joshk1487]

Axis lock is junk, I can beat on a $5 Walmart folder and the lock won't fail lol

[@Mr1Alex91]

It’s a cool weekend knife but for hard use I leave my Adamas at home and stick my cs recon 1 In my pocket

[@user-xx5zl8dz1v]

The blade stop is weak on a benchmad because it’s only As strong as the screws

[@rhinosaur.]

That's not true because the stop pin is shouldered and extends through both liners. The screw bears no lateral stress.

[@luisortega259]

How are you surprised they failed? Batoning with a 3.25” folder, get an Esee 3-4, they’re not made for that, its actually not surprising at all

[@ashsmall8103]

The other day I thought of a genius multi tool mod idea. The biggest complain with vic multi tools is no bit driver. Try mod the bit driver from the cyber tool series into a Swiss tool or Swiss tool spirit. By any change if victorinox sees this comment make this model (:

[@maxlvledc]

Nah, they don't care. But good idea!

[@ashsmall8103]

@@maxlvledc i know same with leatherman. sending an email to either of them about a product suggestion is just a waste of my time. its sad actually

[@mackjones7688]

How dare you suggest what you want to buy! You're supposed to let them bounce products that are a little imperfect for your needs off your wallet. Fully satisfying a customer would be counter productive.

[@mistersmith3986]

I almost lost a finger due to an Axis Lock failure. Never again. It's Tri-Ad Lock and Frame Locks for me.

[@Michael..r]

really what happen

[@thealarmclock9307]

Beats his pocket knife thru wood with wood and can believe the lock slips...

[@mistersmith3986]

Cold Steel Recon 1 FTW ⚔️ ✝️ 🇺🇲 👍

[@Rzut-Oka]

Ganzo axislock in BM ? 🤔😂😂😂😂

[@jotukr9]

My F250 will not bark out of a corner nor will my Charger pull my boat. I think I’ll keep both.

[@ginospagnolo9387]

Benchmade adamas is a great knife if you only new how to use it never smack the spine stunad

[@peterzebot9863]

Benchmade should choose a ball lock or other more reliable locking mechanism. That knife is way too expensive to have such a crappy lock.

[@mistersmith3986]

ball lock is worthless too.

[@Slippindisc]

The fact that Benchmade has the balls to put out a 3” folding knife that won’t baton firewood is unconscionable and I’m sorry that you got ripped off like this. I had a similar problem when I asked my Spyderco Endura to drive to the store for more beer, and it utterly failed on me when i needed it in that moment, completely ignoring my request. I got a DUI that night. Even worse, when I contacted Spyderco to see about getting some of my legal fees paid, and some of the restitution for the fence I knocked over, they laughed at me and said “you’re trying to use your knife for something it’s in no way made for. How is this our problem?” I couldn’t believe it frankly. Anyway, again, my condolences for being swindled.

[@johnnyeas1431]

You're missing the point. A $100 folding cold steel knife with a tri-ad lock can baton with no issues. If benchmade wants to charge astronomical prices, they should at least build a reliable knife like cold steel did. I'm not sorry cold steel set the standard so high for folding knives

[@digbybowring8362]

​@@johnnyeas1431I think you're the one missing the point. Cold steel advertises the tri-ad for abuse, and so should be able to handle it. The axis lock was never designed to baton with. Your point is essentially "corvettes should be able to haul trailers because they cost more than a F-150". Price doesn't necessarily correlate with toughness in folding knives, because the vast majority of people aren't going to buy a $250+ folding knife to beat with a log, when a $100 fixed blade will do it better. If you're buying a benchmade folder for batoning, you're an idiot. But if you think batoning should determine a knife's price, well that's pretty idiotic too.

[@johnnyeas1431]

@@digbybowring8362 I actually don't baton with folders or fixed blades. Benchmade advertises the adamas as a hard use "TACTICAL" folder. Real tactical knives can be used for stabbing. Even though I don't baton with knives, the batoning test demonstrates that Benchmade is lying about the Adamas being a "tactical" folder. If the Adamas can't handle light batoning, that means it's not going to handle most tactical situations. If you stab something with the Adamas in a way that extreme force is applied to the spine, it's going to close on your fingers, and then you'll have 2 problems. A knife that lets you down in a dire situation, and I knife that removed your fingers in a dire situation. If you personally like the Adamas, then buy it. But most people who buy the Adamas buy it because they believe Benchmades claim that it's a hard use "tactical" folder. In reality, the Adamas is just a box cutting letter opener with a tactical look because any pressure to the spine is going to close the blade on your fingers.

[@digbybowring8362]

@@johnnyeas1431 batoning shocks the the crossbar of the axis lock, with a moment force that momentarily loosens the grip of the crossbar in it's slot, causing it to jump out of position. Stabbing something is not going to produce that same combination of forces. This specific combination of shock and moment is why you shouldn't baton with ANY folder, because it breaks lock mechanisms. It pops open axis locks, bends liner and frame locks, deforms lock back knives and even tri-ads are not immune given enough force. Every one of those lock types can be used effectively on a "tactical" knife and will pass stabbing tests.

[@johnnyeas1431]

@@digbybowring8362 You may be right about that. The Adamas folder is one good-looking knife. I just ordered the 375 fixed adamas. I may be adding the adamas folder to my collection in the future. But, time will tell. I'm just not fully sold on the folder as of now.

[@concealmenttraining9371]

Cold steel 4 max scout... eats wood for breakfast literally

[@maxlvledc]

Yeeep, so does AD10, and SR1

[@christopherphillips2708]

Benchmade USA. Guess i will keep my cheap elemetum that doesnt have that same issue. $200 for lock failure. Shame on BM. This is third video i have watched on the fail. Triad locks? Spyderco?

[@TeaDoubleE85]

Looks like I'm not buying the Mini Adamas.

[@maxlvledc]

Yea...sadly..I'm sad too 😥

[@TeaDoubleE85]

@@maxlvledc But I thank you for making the sacrifice. You helped out a lot of people by doing this.

[@maxlvledc]

@@TeaDoubleE85 thank Dutch Bushcraft Knifes. They were the first I saw to demonstrate it. Awesome channel too.

[@hectorrivera6624]

Dont think folding knives are meant for batoning.

[@Studat]

the axis lock is shit, just have to admit it. I have the bugout, the fancy one with the m390 blade and aluminium scales and the spring broke with no use. the blade play is shocking. I sent it back for repair and it came back worse, they had it drop shut but the blade wobbled left to right and up and down. I tightened the pivot and the side to side went away but the up and down is still present. I won't buy anything benchmade again.

[@edinburgh1871]

Anyone buying this knife thinking of it as a hard use option, need I remind you that it uses springs?!!! I have had omega springs fail on me before. That's why I always edc a fixed blade with a folder. I don't think folders are meant to be batoned with anyways, that's what God made fixed blades for!!!🤣🤣🤣

[@chrisdotsicas3331]

2 words … cold steel

[@maxlvledc]

Yeeeeeepp, or rather Demko Triad lock

[@darrenmooney6852]

How about trying it on a solid surface? I cant say that i'd be shocked if any knife that you did that to failed. That would never be an issue for 99.9% of us. Get a hatchet.

[@maxlvledc]

actually there are many knives that would not have an issue with the wood I was working on. that is not to say, its a bad idea...which it is. but the adamas should not fail like this. I've never had this problem with another benchmade. It even disengages when being tapped on its spine at the table.

[@meesterdinglefritz2064]

Here we go…..

[@UncleJDCarp]

Probably just me but if you're batoning a folding pocketknife, you brought the wrong tools. 🤷‍♂ Batoning a folding pocketknife is stupid and asking for failure. Go ahead feel free shred me for this comment. Whatever.

[@neongirl]

Mini Adamas is strong enough for the tasks for which it is designed. Most likely, batoning is simply not included in this list. I even think that disengage the lock has its advantages, since if the knife is misused, this will avoid damage to the liners.

[@cl0udkikr]

I dont understand why anyone would ever baton with these folding pocket knives. Never in my life have I done this while camping. Bring a hatchet or a bk-7 or something. Use the right tool for the job

[@maxlvledc]

As I've stated many times, the axis lock has proven it can take this kind of abuse in moderation. But something about the way the blade was shapped makes it fall off the back...some are so bad it can be done just by smacking the back of the blade against a table lightly. This is considered to be their toughest folders...sorry no excuse for bad tang geometry

[@cl0udkikr]

@@maxlvledc you’re definitely right about garbage geometry on a knife. I know the ‘tests’ are for show under extreme circumstance, but I just don’t get why there are so many batoning videos. I watch um lol 🤣 just saying hope no one ever does this in real life out camping. Could cause a really, really bad situation

[@grahamhanson5999]

I completely agree with this comment. This is a pocket knife. It is not designed for this and should not be expected to withstand it. If people want to baton, they should get a fixed blade. Using a folding knife is asking for trouble.

[@brianlash154]

Youre using a folding knife like an axe....

[@leakysfinkter5935]

It's a FOLDING knife.....Nuff said

[@maxlvledc]

the point here is that other knives from benchmade can do this with ease...yet the "toughest" one them make is not capable of doing it. In fact this exact one taps open on a table. The connection point between the lock and blade is way too minimal. Also, being a folding knife never stoped a cold steel Triad lock.

[@gubourn]

Get a fixed blade

[@KevinSpell]

Those are folding knives????? Buy a fixed blade!

[@martinez2845]

Another fool wasting $200 breaking a good tool on the wrong job😂

[@maxlvledc]

In general the Adamas should have had No issues with this. There is a fundamantal issue with the locking mechanism on this particular knife. And come on! did you really think I spent $200 on a used adamas??

[@jacobpetersen5662]

Obviously, the adamas does seem to have some kind of lock issue. It’s been documented by DBK 2 years ago and recently again. That being said, your baton skills need work. You’re not taking physics into consideration and it makes me question if you actually do have any survival skills, or this is just for fun for you? Video isn’t bad, it just doesn’t come off with great authority IMHO.

[@thisguy2659]

What did we learn today people…. Don’t baton with a folder….. like common sense would tell you.

[@maxlvledc]

I have at least 5 folders that don't give a shit about battoning (all Demko based locks)..its a lock test after all. I've just heard from a few others that the Adamas can be so bad that it can disengage with much softer hits than I showed. Battoning shouldn't even be done with fixed blades if we are honest..but its a good test of durability.. I do it so you don't have too hehe.

[@andrewebparadox]

Can't agree more!