The Best EDC Pocket Knives (w/ Best Damn EDC) | Week One Wednesday Ep. 15

[@chriscrawford9818]

Thanks Guys! You made sitting in the house alot better this month. That's for sure.

[@BladeHQ]

Glad you enjoyed it!🤙

[@dwood721]

Agreed! I look forward to these videos and appreciate that they are still happening when everything else is shut down. I also respect that multiple times BHQ has said to make sure you are safe and financially sound before buying knives. Goes to show they are more concerned about people than just selling knives to sell knives.

[@naruto9tails15]

The James Brand to knives are what MVMT are to watches. Purely about style and marketed towards people who know nothing about the product.

[@conradsmith9332]

Mvmt have no style at all tho lol they are so crap looking and performing and price. James brand do look quite nice.

[@XxCrankyMoosexX]

I agree. Looks nice, but products are about twice as much as they should be. They price their items comparable to objectively higher quality products, and proven brands.

[@michaelshearer3559]

I'm surprised they had so much success, but it goes to show with the right marketing and style you can sell anything.

[@sneakerjoe23]

Most knife collectors use their knives to cut open taped boxes that a butter knife could do so I don’t see your point.

[@thecarnut9899]

Thank you, I’ve been trying to figure out what to compare them to

[@antoinedoinell]

Remember when the james brand sold the “chapter” for 275 with d2 steel? Some things don’t change. Where’s the value proposition? No thanks James brand. Rethink your strategy instead of ripping off folks who don’t know better

[@tommymedalle]

And it's made in China !

[@iamtoast3397]

Just calling themselves "The James Brand" is a blatant admission they're just a branding/marketing exercise tbh.

[@Abaddon5850]

I thought spyderco was getting expensive, then i looked at james brand.

[@juniormeyer27]

Well put

[@Ephem13]

@@Abaddon5850 I've never felt like I was ripped off by Spyderco, after handling a James Brand knife I would be disappointed. They are pretty, but that's about all I get from them.

[@craigsadviceonlife102]

You guys are awesome I am a big knife guy, the New York Laws I believe were changed in May of 2019, the laws used to say a "Gravity knife" which was super vague and stupid basically meaning anything that an officer can open one handed no matter what even if they held the blade and flicked the handle out backwards you would get arrested Thank god they changed that. Also I love my Spyderco Para 3, Manix 2, and my new favorite the Sage 5 I have been carrying for a while. I have only stone sharpen all my tools including scissors, axes, machetes and many knives, I just enjoy that process it is very therapeutic. I hope everyone is staying safe and healthy. Have a great day everybody! Keep doing this amazing work!

[@tidge879]

I swear there is a "James Brand, KZbin conspiracy". They sell things for over twice as much as their materials are worth. They're using Chinese factories too, so there's no excuse for it other than gouging customers. But none of the KZbinrs ever call them out. Zac will talk about their design repeatedly (which are pretty slick) but he won't talk price or blade steel. I just don't understand how James Brand have been given so much slack and space to overcharge soooo much without being called out.

[@teatowel11]

Cause it's a sweet looking knife. What's it cost?

[@tidge879]

@@teatowel11 $160 for vg-10. Yeah, it's definitely pretty. But you can get the Hogue Deka with 20cv for that price, which is US made. I just feel like James Brand are consistently twice as expensive (or more) than competitive offerings. They were selling a 12c27 small slip joint for nearly $100. That's the steel on an opinel. It's what Sanrenmu use on their $10-15 knives.

[@Abaddon5850]

@@tidge879 How tf do they stay in business. I gues just but ripping folks that arent paying attention.

[@tidge879]

@@Abaddon5850 that's the conspiracy. 😉

[@Abaddon5850]

@@tidge879 I just wanna keep bitching about it tho its even more insulting than that.

[@fatmanandschizard]

Zac's home setup looks and sounds great with some help from Jamie, but these dudes on ESPN doing the same thing look like they are using a 240p webcam and crappy headphone mic. Figure it out, network TV-- BladeHQ is blowing them out of the water.

[@etherealicer]

I think they do it on purpose... getting the low tech / at home vibe because it shows how much they struggle for/with you doing it from home.

[@mrsbrrr9819]

Ye sound like yellow nasty tooth

[@arrisdebruin]

I own a lot, but the best is still the humble companion. It's a knife. It cuts. Cheers from a construction worker who knows that every job has the right tool.

[@jasonbrown6686]

This was a great live !! Thank Zac & Taylor !!!

[@lucas-jn8oh]

Taylor is the man. Big fan

[@millhouse313]

James brand, that thumb disc isn’t great to open, but it is a freaking DREAM while the blade is open, as a way to choke up on the blade, and gives you a great feel while holding it. I LOVE IT!

[@Moose71275]

We need a live show with Zac, Taylor, Talon and Jeremy! This needs to happen, would love to see it.

[@austinl3126]

Agreed!

[@uniquemeek5520]

Everyone except Taylor

[@garrettpatterson9620]

And Ben

[@jefferyshartell5972]

Loved the collab with Zach and Taylor! Love Best Damn EDC!!!! But really missed Kurt ! Still great video, distract from the crazy world for a few minutes!

[@rywar9125]

Thanks for still coming out with videos. Was able to catch the first half live. Love y'all at bladehq! Hope everyone is staying safe and not going stir crazy.

[@BladeHQ]

Thanks for tuning in. Stay safe!

[@enjoyinglife9952]

People hatting in james brand knifes don't have one ... Owners love em. I love mine. Looks performs and feels like a 150 dollar knife. Best knife I ever owned. Kind of knife you pass down to your kids. 💪🇺🇸

[@larapurvis473]

When will the Dapper become available on Blade HQ? And what will the price range be on those?

[@thepugilist4379]

I have had two sets of omega springs break back to back…20CV Grip and CF Elite Bugout. Less than 60 days after purchase. I replaced them with after market springs and haven’t had a problem since. That said, I’ve owned my Super Freek for 2 years, at least, and once I cleaned it up and oiled it, etc, it’s been my favorite knife w/o a single issue. Hit or miss I’m guessing. Maybe a different gauge for a bigger knife?

[@gemknives6229]

Sorry 160 for vg-10 is not gunna happen for me🤣🤣 if it was s30v or better then I would already own one.

[@myronsichanpheng3764]

At the exact moment that Zac said Taylor's computer was going to die, mine gave me a low battery warning. Im watching you Zac.

[@martinsozola8526]

I'm from Ireland as well. Unlike most people my edc is discreet and police safe-ish. I carry a leatherman sidekick and the smallest opinel ever. For survival stuff my fixed knife is either a custom tracker (basically a home forged tracker without the saw and, a unified edge and a tanto like shape at the tip) or a cudeman boina verde 299B plus a morakniv basic always sitting in the bottom of all my bags

[@stegmonjurvinweirdt1834]

Hey, I have a new favorite knife now. The CRKT PIET. I put a piece of shrink tube on the belt clip for even more low profile and now it slides on and off of my pocket with greater ease. I still don't get how it has glass in the scales but, the nylon plastic makes the overall weight way better. I forget about having it until I need it.

[@justinfrazier8751]

I carried a benchmade 520SBK from 2010 till about 2016 or maybe 2017 when the spring broke. I picked up a CRKT incendor with the non cerated blade shortly after and it easily became my favorite knife I've carried. I lost it in June and being that its a discontinued knife I cant get a new one.

[@coryames1170]

Taking a break from the knives, thumbs up for Taylor owning a Casio Duro. Great watch.

[@myhandlewastakenandIgaveup]

Cory Ames one of the best bang for your buck watches z

[@chrisgoff2080]

just got into this stuff recently. I was very disappointed to find out that I missed being able to visit your storefront in Pleasant Grove by less than a year. As you are now in Virginia. Really enjoy everything offered online. But there is nothing like being able to hold the potential purchase in hand.

[@iamtoast3397]

"Sometimes you can grip something really good with three fingers, and you don't care about the pinkie" - I feel called out.

[@curly_]

GMF1 Sheet is super superb and is realy nice on the hip. i dont feel anything, when its on my belt . I just love it.

[@roningraves6563]

Love my Vero Impulse and Fulcrum. Also, 'pamplemousse' is French for Grapefruit. It's Grapefruit flavored Seltzer and it's delicious. 🍊

[@formationit5039]

I don't like wire clips at all and I did bend and break them. I don't get why people like them. I have all the Spyderco Slysz knives and the Kapara and replaced the wire clips with the RGT clips on all. I love those RGT titanium clips.

[@8thWonder50]

M390 Manix, XM24 vintage Tri-Way, Tree Rex shaman, G-10 Police 4 in k390 all users

[@dayannahkali]

I think that the spyderco new salt Native in magnacut may be the best edc, because of super lighweigt, ergonomics, toughness, stainless and very decent edge retention (an upgrade on their LC200N that I own) But I know people who hates the aesthetics.

[@hightechredneck506]

Hey guys! Do you know if we are ever going to see a Boker black widow, or green/blue (Jedi?) look knife that has a standard black clip? I love the "Jedi" look that some of these knives have, but I really wish they had a standard black clip so they didn't stand out so much in a pocket!

[@turtlepurple9304]

Edc in Australia outback . Gerber strongarm. Or my cold steel srk in san mai lll . Great show guys ...

[@gradymike6785]

That was awesome, thanks guys!

[@BladeHQ]

Thanks for tuning!

[@chrish5224]

I need that thumbnail knife, in my life. La Croix...seriously!

[@kickstand1111]

Shikra: switch the Micarta and titanium with aluminum and use a better blade steal which should be the foundation of any good knife. The rest is extraneous or aesthetic.

[@chrish5224]

Sheepdog medium NEEDS to happen. That surge "bean" shoulda been names the rhino ! I don't care about materials to an extent. Gotta be at least g-10. More focused on comfort, fits a specific roll and esthetics. Can you show some love for the kershaw skyline? Slim, lite weight, cuts boxes, food prep, all around good edc blade.

[@danmichell7516]

taylor i agree long slender blades dont have a good sized handle for securely griping most of the time

[@jtscustomcutlery317]

Current exclusive user is bareknuckle blackout in 20cv

[@krustysurfer]

I just received a 20cv Kershaw today, f'ing sharp, excited and intimidating!

[@bothompson4911]

Love both of your shows very much, so thank you, an Blade HQ, I have recently purchased the Civivi Astricus, an the Artisan Cutlery Jungle, These knives are unbelievably sweet, both rockin ball bearings, G10, D2, amazing action, smooth as butter. Everyone please do yourselves a favor an get one, They are fantastic large folders/flippers I swear you will not be disappointed an they both are under $60.00 !

[@erikramaekers63]

My favorite is the Manly Wasp.And it's legal in Europe.The Victorinox Cadet with scissors excist but not in alox but you can modify it.

[@shaneintegra]

Just received my Benchmade Super Freek today which pairs up well with my anodized red "Maker Knife" which not too many people know about :p

[@sloanNYC]

The Gerber Armbar goes on sale all the time too. Right now like $27. The scissors are annoying though they can cut decently.

[@canonbares9206]

36:15 Victorinox: “write that down! WRITE THAT DOWN!”

[@michaelshearer3559]

Thumb disks need to be done the right way, and are geared more towards larger knives IMO (like ZT 0640) when done correctly they are great!

[@jasonmiller9495]

I either carry the Cold Steel AD 15 with a mini griptilian and leatherman charge tti or replace the Cold Steel AD 15 with the paramilitary 2 S45vn. I’m thinking about picking up a Winkler standard duty for edc but I am on the fence

[@optimuscrime608]

If it’s anything like the Ontario rat series, it’s an instant classic

[@rbarnard264]

Can you buy scales for a Civivi Elementem Damascus? Where. Scales are to slick on the Damascus.

[@frederickhartzke2849]

Love the fire at & the opine on each blade.

[@magnusnordstrom9594]

Benchmade Bugout 535-1901 Limited Edition, my most exclusive knife which is a user too.

[@KillBoyPowerHead77]

Indeed Shikra is a awesome knife and offers great value for money.

[@OmicronTauKappaClassicDaddy]

I have the Ontario Shikra. It's a great deal for the money but I rarely carry it because I personally find it way to "stabby". I've been bit by that knife more than any other that I own. Perhaps I'm just too clumsy for it...

[@bossman147]

For an EDC automatic would you choose a Kershaw launch 4 or a Protech Sprint

[@Smootus]

Cool lstream! Glad everyone is safe in a Utah and North Carolina

[@BladeHQ]

Stay safe👊

[@vitadigital]

@@BladeHQ What jacket was Taylor wearing in this video? Thank you

[@justadudeintheworldman.120]

Just bought a Boker auto Black Widow Red/Black from BladeHQ. One of the coolest looking knives I’ve seen

[@zippymagee]

ha ha french beverages in the U.S. LeCroix is The Cross Pamplemousse is grapefruit.

[@thierrybernot9369]

'Slowmo wookie" killed me . Thank you Kurt

[@ronniebragg6764]

What good is it No matter how fancy the handle is aus8 It's worth about $18

[@gunny4029]

shikra, depends on main thing steel type, should have mentioned i will find out

[@Taras_3]

Thanks for the video, it was very interesting. Cool that you do not lose your sense of humor and smile. It gives a positive attitude. All knives are very cool, but some are expensive for EDC. I think that the single blade pocket EDC knife should be: from a minimum of parts, not expensive, easy to wash, easy to sharpen, have a snap lock. They should not be scared to do the most difficult and dirty work. My choice -Ka-Bar Hunter . But I always carry Victorinox Classic SD with me. For me this is not just a magnificent knife, but also a kind of talisman, an amulet.

[@user-wy1dl2me2p]

Kershaw " Fringe " My favorite EDC

[@GoTellJesusSaves]

IDEA: Give 5 - 10 guys 5 - 10 different EDC knives to use for a year. All different blade steels. They all must be hard use knife users. They send in pictures of the knifes after each month of use. Then they send the knives back to you all after 1 year. They describe in detail their experiences with the knives... Likes / dislikes / pros / cons / etc. You all show us the knives and talk about them or even have video discussions with the people to ask them questions about their experiences with knives. So basically a hard use knife test with various users to show clearly what's important about different blade steels and lock mechanisms and what they're good for and not. We can see real world testing of the differences so it will be more easy to make informed decisions on blade we buy and use.

[@chrisaugust3057]

for my fix blade edc i have an old benchmade rant 10500. for edc fix i love it

[@dawsonangell1884]

Guys love the knives i gotta see the new amsler scalples also the kiri and WE NEED MORE PUSH DAGGERS FOR EDC

[@coldensheppard6221]

My exclusive user right now is the shirogorov F95NL with timascus inlays

[@andrewtoole1222]

I’ve got the X-series front flipper trapper in marbled carbon fiber, and holy crap is it incredible!

[@forgottenman749]

I just bought the ESEE 5 with the 3D micarta scales.......Love it!!

[@loganol1627]

So what is the difference between changing your thought process to open a spyderco and the Carter

[@30CalCoreLokt]

Finally! Best Damn EDC IN THE HOUSE!!

[@ItsAnt97]

Launch 4 everyday! Either accompanied by the shuffle, or a gerber covert folder I was issued as a beater/pry bar/scraper

[@wingnutLP1]

Which is the knife in the thumbnail? I can't see it in the video...

[@alfonsonavarro6062]

When will the Jesper Vox knife shown on 30:37 come out?

[@RobertOrtiz1015]

Alfonso Navarro i want that knife!!!! I want to know as well

[@charliekeys4820]

Alfonso Navarro me too!!! Any answers on release date and price?

[@FuzzyJDunlop]

What's the blade on the thumbnail?

[@gothamguy6463]

What brand sweater is Taylor wearing??

[@DoubleAIV]

I need you guys opinion, what's the best blades for flaying?

[@afonso_9186]

do u guys really think im supposed to waist almost 2 hours of my day watching a knife video? ur god damn right i will

[@gulfbravo13]

Zac I hope nothing bad happens to me because I work at a hospital but if so I just want to thank you for all the cool content and information over the course of the channel....thank you and God be with us all

[@BladeHQ]

Stay safe out there!-Zac

[@bullridermusic2054]

Actually Taylor, the way you pull your knife out is completely up to how your brain works. You either pull it out on the face of it, or you pull it out from the spine of the knife. I absolutely love my Dirac, and I find it's completely based on your brain and habit. I actually like the Ultratech better too in the end, but ended up selling it. I can't express enough on how beautiful Microtech puts the anodization color or however they do it, whether it be DLC or cerakote, on the T6 60-61 aluminum handle. Mine was blue with a black dagger blade half serrated, and it was absolutely gorgeous.

[@karlyt0s-tt]

i have only 1 benchmade(bugout 1st production) and i also broke 3 omega springs in under a year. the last batch of springs benchmade sent me (im in the philippines) are all good so far but i also carry the para 3 lightweight more often now because of the spring failure.

[@Ephem13]

I'm glad you gave the GiantMouse Biblio as a recommendation. I've had a Green Micarta one for a good while now and it's been an absolute tank of an EDC knife. Bit of a PITA to take apart and maintain, but only a bit.

[@kerrykitterman4602]

What is the knife sitting on coffee cup ?? Micarta

[@chaseD707]

I put the ti scales on my bugout and it’s a must it turns the bugout from a great knife to a perfect knife. Plus if you aren’t using a work sharp to sharpen any s30v knifes your not getting the real potential it’s a game changer

[@mc1996]

Chase D 707 whats the difference in weight? Im looking to do the same thing, im afraid that it will make it much heavier (not much more but yeah), after all the idea is to be lighweight as possible.

[@chaseD707]

M Cunha not much difference at all you will barley be able to tell plus it is so much stronger

[@SimoReynaldo]

Hi Everyone, Hope everyone is staying safe. This question is for you Zach. I just got a Spyderco lil native but would love Custom Micarta scales. Any Suggestions for Custom Spyderco Scales?

[@BennyBladez-]

Super sick! Mikarta n Ti for 45 bucks! Can’t really beat that!

[@kerrykitterman4602]

What is the micarta knife ,with axis style lock, on top of the coffee cup at the beginning of video with Taylor ?Kerry. Love that green micarta

[@kbarnes0]

I really like my Kershaw Leak.......Lightweight and Ken Onion design.....

[@adrenalinegroove]

Looking for a solid EDC for the wife. Other than a mini bugout, which is out of stock, I'd love to here ideas for EDC knives for people who normally don't carry knives.

[@0nemoa]

a knife that locks in the hand is going to be a para 3 they are amazing I bought one and then had to buy another just because..

[@krustysurfer]

I'm interested in getting my first Spyderco looking at the M4 Shaman or something in M390.

[@buckweatable]

Is it Kizer? Or slingblade?

[@clivemarcus5394]

I know I'm not the first one to say this but Zac, Taylor and talon should all do a live stream to together

[@hugtdvu]

48:15 anyone know the name of that knife?

[@CrimTheSojourner]

Hey guys, Just wanted to say thanks for an awesome show. This was my First live WOW, and it was awesome. I have been catching up on both BHQ and BD-EDC recently, and loving it. So glad you guys went long. Definitely a High point in a somewhat grim time. Just got a CRKT Carnufex and Civivi Picaro from you guys. The Carnufex has a very satisfying thunk when you open it, and the Picaro is super slicey D2. Anyway, great show. We need to see Kurt make Coffee with a bugout #everything and we need a shirt "#KnifeLifeSamuri" for Fixed Blade EDC Safe travels, and Carry On.

[@BladeHQ]

Glad you tuned in! Thanks for the review!

[@joshrathke5926]

Definitely late to the party, but I just picked up a Benchmade 537GY-1 Bailout from BladeHQ and it has instantly become one of my favorites for EDC. As good as the Bugout is, the new Bailout takes it to a whole new level.

[@westizesti3883]

Poket check Osborn 940

[@zachsanders3333]

What knife is on the coffee cup in the thumbnail?

[@David_DY]

Omega Springs on the Bugout Break over time... I've got a few anyways one of mine l had in a box for over six months grabbed it the other day and on the second use the spring broke on the other hand l have a perpetua use it all the time it hasn't broken yet l still love the bugouts But grab some extra springs off etsy ;)

[@Kozutsami]

Where does Zach get his lumber Jack shirts?

[@bretflaig5922]

.22 gauge memory wire is the best solution to fix an axis lock. I have broke every omega spring in my benchmade's.

[@tomlindelow7984]

I wish crkt would up grade the steel in the m16 and m21.

[@chrisfisher916]

Who did Zack say that made the Dapper? Replayed it three times and can not make it out.

[@janieldohansson]

Jesper voxnaes, or vox knives?

[@dbravo7nm]

Anyone know what jacket/windbreaker Taylor is wearing?!

[@sal1964]

We're is the link to the knifes ?