Stumped on What Fixed Blade to Buy? Here's Your Guide!

[@XxxAtlantaxxX]

Still watching but it's all about the sheaths. If you can't carry it comfortably and securely it really DOESN'T matter how great the knife is.

[@tammykaltreider]

I agree

[@terryt-rexhanke746]

Totally agree with that!

[@brandonsamuels4503]

I’ve always said a knife is only as good as your ability to carry it

[@OneWheelLess]

100%

[@isaacchapman393]

What are you talking about I just walk around with the knife in my hand at all times and leave the sheath at home everyone does that

[@Ill23]

I have had the Adamas for 5-7 years and it has never let me down! Stays razor sharp!

[@hdrider2071]

More vids like this. George you have elevated this channel drastically. Now yall are gettin it done right !

[@TheArmySeal]

George you have been killing it my man. You really break down every knife tip to butt in phenomenal detail. It's been awesome seeing your growth on this channel

[@Vanpire377]

unpopular opinion but he's what bhq needed for a long time

[@MRWKFClark]

With no visible notes, I might add.

[@cory356]

Butt

[@ryancronin1488]

I am a Boy Scout, and my scoutmaster has his own forge and he made me a fixed blade knife when I made first class rank

[@Benny-jt9cj]

That's very cool!

[@davidwilliamson8029]

That's awesome and congratulations

[@k1llerseventeen]

Well done Bud!

[@Jadoreilove]

I love fox knives fixed blades, very sharp and stylish tactical designs.

[@realbroggo]

Great to see some fixed blade love!! Also happy to see BladeHQ getting back into it's video groove. This vid provides some great info with some some very realistic options offered up - something for everyone. FYI I use a number of my blades in the garden - RAT 1, Buck 110, Mora Companion and a couple of others - all really useful. I cut, slice, dig, scrape, etc no problem - just a little maintenance and they keep rocking. SRK is also a great option!! Sharp blades all.

[@Andrew-td6hi]

Surprised I did not hear you review any Joker knives, especially the Nomad

[@THX5000]

I bought a Lionsteel T5 last year and it's beautiful. Italian made quality and reasonably priced.

[@jayr526]

I recently picked up a Guardian 3 I Magnacut. It's the first time I've EDCd a fixed blade.

[@th3r4ke43]

The Reiff F3XC is a phenomenal knife. Carried mine every single day since I purchased it. Worth it IMO.

[@crasharound9999]

I hope I'm not alone but I love these longer feature length videos.

[@sethnoeske8880]

The Esse Izula is my backpacking knife. Picked it up from you folks on a sale, and it goes with me on all my trips, it's fantastic for small emergency jobs around camp.

[@mikemirabella2930]

I haven't watched the entire video yet, but let me say you do a real good job with the info and pace. If I may suggest, please include (next time) where each knife is made. Keep up the good work.

[@toddcarr.]

Great to see some fixed blade love. The Ruike Jager is a great sub 100 fixed blade in that same cryo 14C28N hell of a knife for the price. With So many brands to choose from and different applications it's a great time to be a knife guy. Thanks for the great vid and keep making sharp things fun and enjoyable

[@J.sh_CDN]

Love the 14c28n, might have to check out the Ruike fixed blades. I've liked their cheap folders

[@joserecinos155]

You’re kiddinggggg me, I just placed my order yesterday and it was packed about 30 minutes ago, I watched all of your videos on fixed blades and bought two fixed blades :,)

[@backwoodstrails]

I learned the same lesson the hard way. Since then,I have always taught my students to keep their fingers away from the cutting edge of the knife sheath, regardless of leather or kydex. Even after cutting yourself you kept fingers on that side of the sheath when removing or replacing the knife in the sheath. Hold it by the spine side wrapped around the side but clear of the cutting side.

[@ssunfish]

100% believe knife safety is totally cool! Not boring or dumb! ( Not saying this ironically as a tease or joke)

[@ssunfish]

Knives should be learned in order: knife safety, knife sharpening ( to help you choose a knife) and then getting a knife.

[@robertm9848]

George I'm not a huge fan of the SRK. I've snapped tips on 3 different knives. I really wanted to like it especially for the price point but IMO it's best suited for the garden like your dad does with it.

[@BareArms8]

I have really become a follower of your videos. Blade HQ is lucky to have such a personable well spoken and knowledgeable spokesman. I also love fixed blades. The large ones like Bowies are just plain cool. There’s something about blades that make you buy more and more when we all know we don’t need all of them. Wait, yes we do need all of them

[@CRAZY-bi7fz]

1917 Bowie from cold steel. You would love it if you like big knives

[@BareArms8]

@@DDDYLN pretty assumptive don’t you think. I do watch knife reviews. I probably have more knowledge of steels than you do. How do you know where I purchase knives. What defines useless. You? I don’t think you’re the God of what is and isn’t allowed in the knife world.

[@Billfish57]

Still love my Chris Reeves Pacific fixed blade the best, but I like all knives pretty much, the folders are the only once I tend to have on me though. Often more than one. Great channel and reviews, I have bought many, many knives from Blade HQ over the years. Great service.

[@AndrewBradley-kx4bb]

Awesome show. I love fixed blades. I have 4 knives, but the 2 I use the most are my WINKLER CrusherBelt knife with rubber handles, and my TOOR and Scallywag Tactical collaboration knife called the MUTINY. It is cannon black, and CPM-154 steel that is seriously underrated. My favorite EDC, but my WINKLER is my favorite blade. The sheath is really awesome. It was $293.50 with my military discount. Winkler gives veterans 25% off the price. The TOOR/Scallywag tactical MUTINY was $350. I have another TOOR it is the FIELD 2.0 and that is a really great knife . It is a great EDC. Good luck with your blades I hope they treat you good!

[@QarbitraryQ]

Esee is the best knife company. They are one of the few that stand behind their product with an unlimited lifetime warranty. By the time my first got beat up enough that I was thinking I might need to warranty it because of a tiny crack on the handle (Izula) from batoning through hardwood, I was fully attached to that knife so I welded the crack filed it down smooth and bought a new one.

[@GlenMones-le6yf]

I love my condor kickback neck knife carbon steel and coated super Sharp yet nice and light with paracord handle lightweight kydex sheath for a great neck knife.... My other favorite is the CRKT minimalist neck knife with the Bowie style blade.. so small so light.. and so comfortable for a minimalist tiny knife.. wear around your neck .. and you forget it's there

[@markoda2120]

I love this format. The best knives for each purpose in different price ranges. Hope you do more of this.

[@shadeshiest22]

A convex grind in a fix blade is a MUST for me, so Bark river, falkniven, LTwright, and other convex ground knives are what I would choose…

[@mikemph7779]

I love fixed blades. Great video Thanks so much !!

[@chrislewis1943]

Great job George! I haven't pulled the trigger on a fixed blade yet, but I have a few in mind now. That Buck 119, That's one my great grandfather would have in his collection...

[@bobjohnson1633]

Check out the buck 117 if you might want a little smaller or the 120 for something bigger.

[@garonjohnson5922]

Or don't waste your money on those ugly pos and buy something strong and good looking.

[@MrWipex]

Thank you very much !! You made my choice easy. I’m going for the Fallkniven S1. 👍🏻🔪🔥

[@MrVikingmead]

Really appreciated this kind of video. Super informative and really helps me better understand some differences between brands and styles. Also appreciate calling out which knives were made in USA. A bonus point when deciding to buy anything (not always end all be all though)

[@howardvarley8795]

MrVikingmead Not a bonus for me. USA made just means Inspect your purchase a little more thoroughly.

[@brandonsamuels4503]

This is the kind of content I come here for.

[@WarGrrl3]

Excellent vid, thank you. I've grown disgusted at the ridiculous prices of folders (don't care what steel or lock, a folder IS a TOOL w limitations). I unsubbed to many channels highlighting +$400 folders that aren't even available.. This was also fantastic AND refreshing not to see only $300+ fixed blades. Really, thank you for such great content AND exellent Presentation. Well done.

[@ssunfish]

Thoughtful comment!

[@chazzbranigaan9354]

Broke boy comment. Just bought a 3k otf for my sock drawer. Wanna send me some tears in a vial

[@PatrcWU67-w3c]

@@chazzbranigaan9354 Not everybody gives BJ's as well as you do queenie.

[@burnthompson286]

​@@chazzbranigaan9354 What dumbass pays 3k for a knife though 😂. I paid that for my car and I'm happy

[@Ninjassassin]

You got played then.

[@Kadranos]

When I delivered pizza I carried a CS SRK secured horizontally to my belt in front (belt buckled to the right of it). The rubberized grip worked with greasy hands or dishwater on it, the knife and sheath were black so it blended in with my uniform, in that position it was quickly and surreptitiously accessible with either hand in most situations while still concealing under my shirt, and it was still big enough to act as a decent deterrent if lethal action wasn't yet necessary. It wasn't a gun, but I worked with what was available to me.

[@JeffMountainPicker]

Alright! Very well done! I'm glad I watched it. I'm now inspired to buy a few. Cheers!

[@neiluscook2283]

Excellent knife show! I'm a knife guy, and this was THE BEST video on what's available, I've ever seen! Thank you sir.

[@The_RC_Guru]

That crkt minimalist I’ve had a few years now attached to my belt. I attach it with buttons on the sheath and my belt. Been great.

[@TheMarkedEDC]

Great video! I have been edcing 2 different 2 Feathers Productions knives for about a month and a half now and don’t think I’ll ever stop carrying a fixed blade. Never thought I would enjoy fixed blades as an edc but once you find some that work for you, it definitely changes your perspective. Great info video and I hope some people go get some EDC fixed blades and grow the community!

[@miketavars4201]

Exactly the video I’ve been waiting for

[@MrBowser2012]

Another episode of “Knives I didn’t know I needed”😊 great video!

[@gilbertperez4391]

Great video! I like the way you covered all the different price points. Most of the knives I have seen on videos but interduce me to a few new ones.

[@everybodyhigh]

Great video. Another! Part 2/3/4 Fixed blades all day!!

[@bixby9797]

All great knives but the best value on the planet are the Mora Knives. Got several and they are workhorses.

[@EZ_Case]

My top 10 in no particular order: 1. Architect AK 5.5 2. Esee 4 3. Demko freereign magnacut 4. Tkell nightstalker cqc 5. Tkell piranha 6. Bark River bravo 1 7. LT Wright patriot 8. Cold Steel srk 3v 9. Tops cut 4.0 10. Fallkniven A1

[@ericwhitfield8475]

Excellent Video. Pure class. I have about 60% of these knives. I’m very interested in looking into the ones I don’t have from this video. Keep making more of these reviews. Best wishes.

[@EggsOverSleazy]

+1 to Bark River. Have a bravo alpha in 3v. Baton the heck out of it, and still looks new.

[@MrSlayerfriday]

The Ruike hornet is such a good fixed blade around $50. The sheath alone makes it a joy to carry but the design and size of the blade make it a perfect edc if you need a fixie.

[@vegpwrshlominator1873]

Love that REIFF knife, big knives are cool but having a small fixed blade you can use every where is what I like. Great video!

[@jayceecombs6887]

Great Tutorial! Right in line with my current interest. As well: A couple that I had not thought about... That, have made it on my seriously must consider! Thanx, J

[@BaliBoyEuge]

George, congrats on finding your lane! I think you've been able to carve out a credible spot in the Knife Dealer vlog-host genre. I appreciate your experience in creating knife copy for Blade HQ, and it shows in your comments and passion for edged tools. Hard to do, authentically. I think you've gone past the awkward period, when Blade HQ was just trying out many guest hosts. Bring back Tomas Alas as your video foil. Just like Zac and Kurt had a video vibe, just like Ben and Zac had a video vibe. I think you are restoring the Blade HQ credibility

[@clarkeuale466]

Great summary! Love the 3 price ranges as well. Thank you.

[@brent245]

Just ordered a Lionsteel M4 myself.

[@enriquescott2983]

I really enjoyed the tutorial on fixed blade knives and the sheaths they need make them easy to remove from the blade. I purchased a knife on Amazon I tried for 30 remove it from the sheath and I couldn't now I have to return Amazon is and it's American made today I have to return it. Make it easy to just push it with your thumb and the blade comes you shouldn't have to use two hands to remove your blade.

[@ssunfish]

It's an understatement that removal should be one handed, especially when there are so many sheaths that have a thumb push off point that just pops the knife out!

[@mokgable]

I have the old school D2 Adamas fixed blade. I got some custom grips for it and I love it. I just send it to benchamde whenever I need it sharpened

[@mokgable]

@Zx2Solomon I have only sent the 375 D2 to benchmade once and they had a nice edge on it. When I sent in my mini freek for the 2nd time they kinda messed it up a bit.

[@mknight6556]

​@@Knivess0 when I got my mini grip back from Benchmade, I thought it was pretty sharp. Then my uncle will run his calloused thumb up and down the edge and go "yep, that isn't sharp". Pulls out his stones and oils for an hour and will turn that edge sharper than a katana. He doesn't buy into the super steels lol

[@mknight6556]

@@Knivess0 idk. He's pretty old school. He has a lot of old school knives with wooden handles. He likes case knives. Another one he just got that's cool is the opinel? I've been seeing it in a lot of guys knife collections on KZbin. Where you twist the metal thing to lock the blade. Thing is neat! Anything vintage really with wood. Don't know anyone who can get a knife or broadhead sharpen than uncle Scott. Nickname is hatchet Jack

[@johnnyeas1431]

I have blades in cruwear, magnacut, and s35vn. But one of my favorite blades is my becker Bk7 in good old 1095cv steel.

[@tonywilliams6282]

Bradford guardian 3 sheepsfoot in m390 is my edc fixed blade.

[@adamchandler1086]

The white river caper is one of the best knives I’ve ever owned. I can slide it in my pocket for edc and it’s very comfortable and capable for small task in the woods as well.

[@Fernando-jy6gq]

Put some cord on it to anchor it to belt loop.

[@wtpence4731]

Did the same thing w/a BK-7 ! Those ka-bars come SHARP !

[@NeuKrofta]

Gerber nailed it with the ambidextrous sheath. Would love to see more knifemakers do that and put more thought into their sheaths..

[@freigeist3161]

Thanks for the great overview. I am looking for a versatile outdoor knife and got some nice input here.

[@travisnickerson5010]

I may always carry a knife on my everywhere I go but I always make sure I have my mora as a back up got one in all my vehicles and tackle boxes

[@FirearmNation]

I'd love to see more on White River. The firecraft line! Definitely not spoken of enough!

[@whammofammo7346]

Bow River is also a great steak knife- I replaced all my Chicago Cutlerys with them.

[@BladeHQ]

I'd never have thought of that, but it's genius!

[@Leftyotism]

I love my (full sized) Harpoon Silver by Kizer! The sheath could've been better, but the knife is great!

[@charlescollier7217]

Thanks for the overview. I really appreciate you naming the Ruike Hornet. I think it's one of the most underrated small fixed blades on the market. From a practical use standpoint, it's got outstanding cutting performance, a useful and versatile blade shape, easy to sharpen/hone steel that's tough as nails and very stain resistant, a slim and compact form, a surprisingly ergonomic handle, and a versatile, effective polymer sheath. Also, it's a looker with clean, almost elegant lines. I'd honestly pick it over the Izula, Izula 2, BK 11, or the BK 14 any day.

[@menace2society333]

So happy to see they put a Ruike in a video

[@macmccartney5760]

You need to do another fixed blade video like this

[@ronaldrose7593]

Excellent review. You did a superb job.

[@christophersmith4300]

Great line up. Thank you for going through the different price points.

[@Lycan683]

LT Wright, Battle Horse & Bark River should've been included..

[@marvinbrock960]

White River knives are awesome! Love my Backpacker Pro!

[@samcosby1986]

Good job. Love your videos. You guys always make awesome content. Keep up the good work. Have a good day.

[@vomeister]

Excellent video thank you so much for taking time for making it for us

[@DurrBurger-o8i]

Hi! I love your videos and your knives! I hope you succeed in your future endeavors!

[@bronco1199]

Stoked for this!!!

[@dirtfishingdad_2_34]

Love my White RIver caper.

[@ast453000]

I didn't think I would like it at first, because the handle is a bit small for me, but of all my fixed blades, the Esee 4 gets the most use. In terms of weight, overall quality, sheath and price, it is very hard to beat. The only real competitor on the table might be the Mora. But I haven't tried it yet.

[@msimola]

Congrats on 30k! I appreciate your reviews. My current EDC fav is a Benchmade Bugout in M390. Looking forward to more awesome knife reviews in the future. My favorite snack is teriyaki beef jerky!

[@ssunfish]

I liked the classification sets in each dollar amount: EDC, hunting, etc.

[@kakashi1234777]

The white rive m1 caper is my edc knife. Love it so much have a few of them.

[@sierraecho884]

White River M1 best EDC knife hands down I ordered it all the way to Germany from the US.

[@TheGrants-ow4kn]

My pick is the Bradford knives for edc and esse for bushcraft.

[@CRAZY-bi7fz]

If you’re looking for a fixed blade you can’t go wrong with the srk from cold steel. Just a suggestion. It’s a good all around fixed blade.

[@Jimthechevywheelman]

Got an old carbon 5 (v) srk 👌👍🏻👍🏻

[@bennyjohn205]

carry some variant of esee3 with me everyday and have been for years. keep on strapped on my vest also.

[@rong.2457]

I bought a Ka-Bar BK2 10 years ago for $50. The thing is a beast. Yes, I still have it. It too big to EDC though. Great video as I’m in the market for a fixed blade EDC.

[@jimsmith5756]

loved your review, great video!

[@unfi6798]

George mate...you've got stamijna. Great presentation. Cheers from Australia.

[@rugged04270]

For anyone considering the Bradford Guardian 3, try swapping your belt buckle over one loop, and rock it in the front. It's 11/10

[@ghostmaloneedc4254]

That’s how I carry my Bradford Guardian 3.5. And your correct on a scale of 1-10 it ranks an 11!

[@bobjohnson1633]

Carried my G3 scout at 11 o'clock for a year and it's great. Then again, I already carried my esee 3/4 that way and still rotate them

[@ghostmaloneedc4254]

@@bobjohnson1633 what clip did you get to carry the Esee 4 scout carry?

[@DZNTZ]

Are you saying buckle the belt off-center and wear the knife in the front-center where the buckle would typically be? (I’m assuming horizontal)

[@rugged04270]

@@DZNTZ yeah, the sheath the leather sheath the guardian 3 comes with is a horizontal carry. So you put your belt buckle off center and put the knife where the belt buckle usually is.

[@LonestarTaoboy]

Nice reminder that fixed blades are very much part of the edc community.

[@ssunfish]

Yesterday I was edc'ing TOPS Knives BTK by Allen Jensen. It's one of my best knives for fixed blade EDC along with Esse CR 2.5 and TOPS custom shop Ute!

[@Miller_Time]

the Ruike hornet sheath is why I would get that blade. Being able to carry scout with a decently made sheath for under 50 bucks is pretty cool.

[@jimbeaux89]

I absolutely love my SRK-C. Especially considering the fact that it’s typically under $50 is just an absolute steal.

[@AverageJoe_pewpew]

ABKT make some of the best budget knives out there surprised I’ve never seen one on this channel

[@HalloweenStalker666]

Never seen the green handle srk-c. I bought my (4) SRK's from you guys. Cpm, san mai, sk 5 & sk5's srk-c. Also, have the urban edge from blade hq. But i feel the Safe Maker I & II are better all-around, imo. Also, I choose the Buck 120 over 119 any day (Scream fan). Sadly, I gifted away all 4 of my Ka-Bars'. Glad you put Fallkniven into it. I own 5. The Bowie but the laser design one i bought from blade hq is messed up but 99% of the bowie is fine. Along with the A1, A2, S1 but I don't like my A1x tbh. Premium 119 is cool. Gonna see if 120 has that upgrade as well.

[@ssunfish]

I'm interested in A2 and Modern Bowie!

[@ssunfish]

The Northern lights series too Idun and Frej

[@DZNTZ]

The Izula, Izula 2, Mini Harpoon, and Lackey get a lot of front pocket edc carry from me. Another favorite pocket carry is the MKM Makro, fit and finish is perfection and you get a sharp, slicey, premium steel with a great pocket sheath. A good front pocket fixie needs a good 2.5-3” blade, with a handle 3.5-4”. A 7” (or under) knife is SO easy to carry you won’t know it’s there but can do most jobs. The best knife is the one you carry!

[@RadDadisRad]

Missed the opportunity to mention LionSteel fixed blades. We all know they are absolutely amazing quality for the money. My T6 K490 is an absolute unit.

[@ssunfish]

Hella yes! It takes the place in my rotation of Becker BK-2 while looking like TRC Apocalypse! I totally am grateful that I pulled the trigger on K490 before it went to CPM 3V!

[@briroc26]

I love my izula , edc it in the city no problem and the sheath is excellent

[@normcote270]

Izula is IMO. best EDC. small fixed blade. Topps CAT close second,....both quite different. If I had to choose only one for EDC,...once again Izula hands down!!!

[@sammartinez8084]

Great show 👍👍👍👍👍 and thanks for the info 👍👍👍👍

[@kevinbreese5739]

Fantastic rundown, all 26 are great tools, I personally have several on the list... it just depends on your budget and specific needs.

[@ssunfish]

22:53 I thought that knife was the QSP Workaholic. I have WTG Nomad EDC in N690 and now I want to try QSP Workaholic

[@jeremynedrow7003]

I have several of these fixed blades and there great.

[@paintballjunkie65]

"and just go to work..." Proceeds to not go to work haha. All love bro! Great video!