Boker Plus Stingray: This Knife Will Save You $1475

[@gastrackerrock2010]

Boker is way underrated. They have a lot of great models out there.

[@harpjason208]

The only guy on KZbin that will use the words proxy, in proper old English context,and the word shiv, in the same video... Well done, bro. Well done.

[@mse3700]

I drive my Ferrari 458 Italia all the time... wait, I did I say Ferrari 458 Italia? I meant, I drive my 1992 Honda Accord all the time.

[@WillMoon]

I believe that Boker is using a cast titanium with finish machining for the handles on their Ti framelocks. I had a Boker version of Todd Rexford's Epicenter and it was as such. I don't believe it's 6Al4V because it doesn't work like 6Al4V nor does it seem to anodize very evenly (hence my supposition about the casting). I was less than impressed as to the wear resistance of the locking face on the knife, so I stripped it down and carbide plated the locking face using a Rocklinizer (it deposits tungsten carbide like a little mini tig welder). That negates the need for a steel insert, as the carbide is 69C. I want to try one of these Stingrays out, I love the look of it, but I still am wary about the locking geometry.

[@austinarmstrong170]

Will. Your knives are fucking awesome man. I just want you to know that.

[@danmartin4552]

Well if anyone knows their stuff when it comes to working with frame locks and Ti, you are defiantly one of them. Haven't seen a video in a while, can't wait to see what you have been working on!

[@austinarmstrong170]

Will Moon knives are beautiful. Totally awesome.

[@WillMoon]

Guilty as charged. Knifemaker = ultimate knife nerd.

[@WillMoon]

Hey, I'm not the one with the Urkel profile pic... just sayin'...

[@sherman614]

Something you should understand, is that the size of a knife doesn't make it fit into a certain category. A knife the size of that Stingway does not make a "Tactical" knife, it makes it a big pocket knife. Some people like a bigger knife for EDC. If not for their one needs, then because it just looks cool, and is fun to carry all kind of knives. Not everyone is as regimented as you are about what they want to EDC, you really alienate the rest of the knife community by making people feel stupid for liking to carry bigger, heavier knives.

[@gunsNmoses]

the newer version has VG-10. Score!

[@fireantsarestrange]

Boker is now making this in G10 for 45$ more. I got one with the 440C and its fine. Pretty much everything Nuttin said here is true of this knife. I did have to adjust a couple of things. The action was really stiff but the blade was centered nicely. When i loosen up the pivot screw the blade goes south a tiny bit... no worry there. Used some blue lube from Benchmade and its glassy smooth now. Belt clip is very stiffly pressing against the flat spot so i bent it out a tad and now its perfect even in stiff jeans. I did cut with it. lots of cardboard and its like cutting butter. Blade is still very sharp with no scratching or marring of any kind. I plan on touching it up with my 6000 grit wet stone and i have a feeling its going to be extremely sharp after that. The thumb stud on mine came out the box a bit loose. Tried to tighten it and it wouldn't tighten. Took it off and put the screw back in and hanked it down more then replaced the stud and now its tight. Other than those things im very impressed with it. The lock is sort of hard to unlock because the titanium gouges into the steel locking face a tad but there is not a problem with that and i would rather have a strong lock than an easy one hand closer. I saw another review where the guy had one that made noise when opening... i know this noise. It is when the pivot screw is to loose and the blade rubs on the handle scales. Just fix it.

[@fireantsarestrange]

Well I sharpened it with the 6000 grit wet stone after i used it to cut things with. The Result is that now i can shave my face easily with it without any lubricants... ie: water. I just don't understand why anyone would put 440C into a bad steel category. The blade here i purchased for 136$ is now much more if you look on the internet. I also like kitchen knives and have found that Boker makes really nice ones. Some are worth several thousand dollars. As this was my first Boker knife purchase I can tell you that I would definatelly buy another Boker knife even if its a Boker Plus variety made in China. Yes this is a cheap knockoff... but a good one. Maybe not so cheap.......lol

[@alanspurlock]

let me get this straight. it's a production copy of a custom knife with a chinese made blade. i am suppose to be excited about spending $125 on this. for most of us, $125 is a lot of money for a knife, we don't get freebies from knife makers.

[@TheIrcbully]

Your just mad you don't have any money lol

[@John_BP]

TheIrcbully No, I just spent, lets just say more money then I care to mention on steel this week and I'm not excited about it either. Yeah it looks cool but the materials, weight and country of origin make the value, at least in my eyes, fairly low. A 5.6 oz chines made knife with 440c for 120? upgrade to vg10 for 150? I could have a sprint run Pm2 with s35vn for that price at my local shop.

[@zachphillips4573]

And its really too bad its so overpriced, because its a badass looking knife. I'd pay 80 for it, but you're totally right, Alan.

[@thedaventure]

Zach Phillips Yeah I was thinking the same thing. Unless you really loved the original and wanted one for cheaper, $125 is way overpriced. Reminds me of crappy non-firing WWII replica firearms for $500-800.

[@DarkMatter946]

I agree. It's out of my price range but Nutn' doesn't get any freebies. Maybe a discount but not a freebie.

[@amberdawn2453]

Don't have the money then save what you can till you do. That's what I had to do for my ZT 0561 which is by far my most expensive knife. A few months of skipping on fast food and coffees was totally worth it. Every time I handle the 0561 I get a big smile on my face.

[@noControl556]

"Criticizing second kind of cool" The rest of the world calls that player hatin'

[@hermannkateri2120]

This is why i watch this channel.

[@BD14Cameron]

Wow..Just picked up a ZT 0770 CF and now I'm starting to rethink that purchase! Nutn thank you AGAIN for another awesome, entertaining, informative, feature-length and FREE KRV! I can't explain how much I appreciate it! Been with you since the beginning. Keep it going! The owl is on the shed.

[@justinfrigault894]

Just got the VG-10 version, its absolutely perfect. But prepare for a sore thumb for the first couple days as you break in the titanium frame lock. Its comes a bit sticky like strider frame lock knives do, but it is smooth once broken in. Highly recomended!

[@nathanatramp]

Excellent to see 'Competitive Options' come back in force! The experimental videos of short length were okay, but this is classic Nut'n, they way I found him. :)

[@morbvsclz]

The Böker Plus Stingray was released as updated version with a VG-10 blade... In germany it costs 170€ (215 USD). A bit on the expensive side for my budget, but I am really tempted by it.

[@NothingSeriousTyler]

im a big practitioner of what nutn calls HEC and I still own a few of boker's collaborations they choose some incredible knives for there collabs knives like the manaro aside from being expensive are damn near impossible to find even if you have the funds so there collabs give me a bit of joy in my collection for knives I cant find otherwise

[@masob2190]

I would like to see you do a review of the Boker "Urban Trapper". Very interested in that knife as an EDC.

[@leendertvanwyk3927]

+Maso Cali I absolutely agree! The urban trapper is on my buy list, but im unfortunately not currently progressing as wished with the list... Design looks kind of similar, but the trapper has bearings + VG10 for half the price. Also with Titanium...

[@glockensig]

A bazillion! That must be a heck of a playlist! I was stationed at Heyford for years!

[@KWAT6]

haha I appreciate the prison shiv reference. My thoughts exactly when it comes to tactical knives, I think a lot of people tend to overthink it when it comes to blade steels, brands, lock types, etc.

[@MrAvahi]

To all the people who worry about the 440C i just wanna point out that they are coming out with a VG10 model like on a few other of their models. And i think it's just around the corner or so...

[@hulkami40]

Great review great knife, I own one after I watched a gentleman review it(foreign accent) who was drooling over it I had to get it. I wasn't disappointed. I agree with you Nothin, it's tactical and you don't have to mark it up or use it alot unless you need it for that occasion you need "tactical" mine has great lock-up centering and came razor sharp out of box. I would definitely recommend. Former DI in USMC. Thanks.

[@timlipinski2571]

My EDC is the SOG Trident with seatbelt cutter for cutting twine on bales of hay. Have it set up for left hand carry in the knife pocket of the 5.11 Tactical slacks. And only the pocket clip shows (and keeps the knife from floating away). Have some other Ti products in my B.O.B/Get Home Bag.. Eyes UP and lights down, tjl Sent by Win7Pro64 w/ADSL

[@Echowhiskeyone]

This looks like my Benchmade Stryker, that I've had for over 15 years, using and abusing. It has never failed me.

[@Powerpickle68]

A large folding knife with a pocket clip that is pretty darn cool. I don't have any issues with this knife or any others just like or similar to it. I love how many options we all have,however,I am really getting tired of the word "tactical" being over used by being placed on just about everything.

[@xtremearmor]

Another fantastic review. I really dig this Boker Stingray knife.The comparisons to this knife were are right on the money. I like your everyday carry the RAT II, mine is the RAT1. The blade shape on the Stingray looks so good. Thanks for posting this video. I will have to take a closer look that this Boker.

[@PikkupAndropov]

The newest generation ZT-0560s have steel inserts set in the titanium frame lock.

[@kpw528]

Hey Nutn, I noticed that you said in the description that this knife would've been a 10/10 for you if it was in a better steel. Boker makes a VG-10 version of this blade as well as the 440C one. Now I don't know if you like VG-10, but it's certainly a better steel than 440C lol.

[@Argento261]

They come up with a new version of this with VG10 steel. Also the AK Auto have been updatet with a S30V blade.

[@socketman]

She's a beauty. I just EDC every knife I own, including the expensive ones. I am struggling paying over $100 for 440c for an edc knife, but it's pretty dang cool

[@dcdenney]

I have used a lot of these style locks left handed and they are fine.

[@momouppa]

sick knife the link doesn't work btw

[@andrerocha1579]

nutnfancy you might want to check out RUI and Nieto blades then. They're both Spanish manufacturers if I'm not mistaken. I own a RUI Energy Series blade, carbon fiber and G10 handle, stainless steel 8cr13 MOV blade 58-60 HRC and a Nieto fixed blade knife (can't recall the model) with a midle eastern blade shape and dark wood handle scales. The steel on that one is 440C... not the best but for the price and great quality of the piece I can't really complain.

[@timlohn4653]

I'm not even a knife guy but i love these vids because it's so funny to hear nutn nerd out about alloys and features. Gotta love that passion.

[@702ghostrider]

Of all my EDC knives I end up grabbing my RAT II probably 8/10 times. Love it.

[@palerider7171]

Thanks Nutn - keep the krv coming. I hop you will review the Boker Plus Urban Trapper Folder when it becomes availble.

[@BigO4185]

Great review! I can't pay $125 for a 440c steel.

[@philo-]

That knife is a fucking beauty. I'm used to a good $30 kershaw but this is very tempting.

[@GrinderMagee]

Home run review Nutn! Never would've found this knife without your channel cuz the snobs won't recommend a 440C blade anymore.

[@republicansuperstud5939]

No CS talwar in competitive options? Similar blade shape , the smaller one is around 4 inches as well plus a thumb disk that can be waved. P.S. guys in testing 440c has proven to have very similar performance to Aus8a in cold steel or SOG offerings . Aus8a is tougher and seems to take a nice edge with less effort. 440c should have marginally better edge retention and a moderately significant advantage in corrosion resistance.

[@andrewmtbfreak]

the shape at the back by the clip is very reminiscent of the kershaw skyline.

[@zenick000]

Or for $45 more you can have an automatic the same size in CPM-S30V, 1.6 oz lighter, made in the USA. The Piranha Predator. Many colors too. The Boker is still nice though. That 440c seems a little out of place.

[@MartinBenek198]

I wish I had money to buy all knifes in this video. Love that Boker. Excelent review Nutn.

[@TheSharperChoice]

Loved the video...and what a beautiful reproduction of Manaro's work! Wondering why the Spyderco Military wasn't in your mix.

[@michaelscammahorn3429]

I like it too, and am considering getting one after watching your review. The Al Mar Eagle HD compares very favorably with this, and I'm surprised you didn't mention it as a competitive option. Also, the Gerber Combat Folder in CPM-S30V with OD micarta is a much more competitive option than the Gerber model you show. It weighs in at 6.1 oz, but with more reach and a much better steel than the Boker. It's out of production, but many are still available new online. Thanks for the review, and please keep it up.

[@Jesses001]

Hum, I think I see what you like about this knife. It has a rather elegant flow to its shape.

[@ceounicom]

That knife is gorgeous. That blade shape just says 'dangerous' in a way 90% of 'tactical blades' do not.

[@tehownerer1547]

In my experience titanium frame locks do not last under relatively heavy use. Then again, you *probably* shouldn't use your pocket knife to chop. I do LOVE Boker though.

[@dobermansnp]

Beautiful piece!!!!!!!! Love it!!!! Almost looks like a handmade knife for me, and the blade shape is one of the most awesomes that i ever seen. Great vid Nutn!!!!

[@01AceAlpha]

"It is awesome!", said Batman.

[@familyfaithfight]

Super cool review. This review made me look in to this folder a lot more. I do like to know about the collaborations due to the fact that I can't afford $1600 for a knife. I would rather use that money on accesorizing my truck. Thank you for doing great very informational videos!

[@aps5150]

That's a 10/10 second type of cool for me. Even though I'm lefty I keep my knife (Buck Vantage Select, thanks ntun) clipped in my right pocket so it's all good!

[@MrAndrewmcgibbon]

A couple of years ago a I saw a 79 Lambo Countach with all the bells and whistles on it. at Barret Jackson, 25 year old car with like 3000 miles on it

[@danmartin4552]

Lol probably because even though the Countach is absolutely horrible to drive. You need a weightlifters arm to shift gears, the engine is practically bolted to your spine, you might as well ear protection with the lack of sound proofing, pretty much no rear visibility (and not much side visibility), and it is too low to the ground to go over a stick... that being said it is about the most breath taking and innovating cars in super car history.

[@effingosprey9434]

Blade HQ has a listing for the same knife in vg10, I don't know if it has been released yet, though.

[@pkbrunnemer6017]

not judging but i just never understood people having issues with larger edc knives every day i carry a knife with at least a 4 in blade and full steel liners and it never bothers me but to each their own.

[@mikehish9050]

Hey nutn can u do a good axe for camping that you can hit with a hammer and doesn't fall apart. It also has to be some what affordable. Love all the vids. Been watching a long time.

[@we3kings1]

surprised we didn't see your Al Mar eagle in competetive options

[@Achielezz]

Cool and unique blade :) Keep the KRVs comming ! I love them, always, its not important what kind of knife it is.. i like all the reviews :D

[@MeanOneMeanOne]

As usual, great vid Nutn.....keep the knife reviews coming... When's the next set of woods blades reviews due up (aside from the Knives of Alaska series)? About due for some big blades getting abused in the woods soon!

[@janusjaspermesina9479]

i got mine from BHQ just today thanks for the review!!!

[@lungfixer]

You can get the Sal Manaro's cheaper than that!! Bought MY Stingray for $1395 from Arizona Custom Knives...highly recommend. Looks GREAT on the dash of my 1997 Ford Taurus!! ;-)

[@KillerM1979]

I totally agree. It is awesome. Thank you The Fatman !! I have been EDC ing it for a couple of weeks now. And I love it more and more. It had to grow on me but I am in love now.

[@KillerM1979]

I did not know that neither. I just came by it by chance. And I thought that was very cool. I didn't know this knife was based on a custom blade.

[@Lellobeetle]

DutchKnifeGuy Gorgeous design. Not diggin 440C Chinese made for the price.

[@RandyTheSavage5150]

The handle of the Stingray reminds me of the Skyline.

[@killer13324]

nutnfancy do you know why axis-lock knives are more expensive than most other folding knives on the market? The lowest price i've seen for one is about 80-100 dollars.

[@MartinPeterWhitney]

Thats a cool knife. Nice elegant shape, one for my collection.

[@gearrunner]

I would buy one if it were US made and like S30V even if the price was $250 I feel the steel and origin of build is worth the extra $$$

[@thallium200]

I LIKE this blade. I cannot fall in love though until I have it.

[@thedefinitive6296]

Don't stop the knife show!

[@AM2PMReviews]

the handle reminds me of a skyline!

[@MrLiamCooley]

A custom Sal Manaro Stingray is my ultimate grail knife.

[@18S12]

I'd like to see a vid in making your own jimping as referenced in this review.

[@geothr33]

Link in description is broken Nutn.

[@brandonfeole6336]

At about 8:30 in the video he said cpm 154cm blades were 200-250, how about the griptilian

[@ptriq]

Hey Nutn, do anything with the Z lately?

[@alessandrothugknifeforhate4517]

Why in 2014 use 440 c ?

[@TheKaosUSMC]

You have definitely turned me into a huge knife guy

[@Tacticalairsoft252]

Hey nutn, can you review the gerber prodigy? It's a medium sized tactical fixed blade. I'm looking to buy it but if you reviewed it and liked it, that would set the deal.

[@PkwyDrive13]

I'd take my zt 0452cf over that every day of the week...only $50 more and comes with s35vn instead of some cheap Chinese 440 steel. I'd never pay $150 for 440 steel even if it's titanium scales.

[@tammysmith5587]

saying never means you will end up doing it.

[@bradleyf5865]

When I see the look of that CRKT Mirage, it makes me think if for some reason I ever had to stab a shark, that would be the knife I would use.

[@tammysmith5587]

actually you guys are wrong I have broke monaro model and that 440c is top notch very tuff knife.

[@dirtofthedead]

i dont know if theres a vid for this but what do you use to sharpen your blades? i love the knife vids by the way.

[@TheSilvertrigger]

dude that owl patch looks awesome where did you get it??

[@TheVC30]

thats a nasty blade. keep up the great work mr nutnfancy.

[@PoltergeistWorks]

That lockup is messed up definately, look at the angle on this one, it will slip over time if it doesn't slip right now. From what I've seen Boker just can't get the framelocks right.

[@beanhimself]

Looks like a really nice camping cook knife

[@DIXIECONFEDERATEDAWG]

EVERY COLD STEEL KNIFE IS PERFECT!!!!

[@nathanatramp]

Mmmmmm... no they are not. Effective? Yes. Innovative? Mostly. I carry the CS AK47 every day. It's a great knife, but its FAR from perfect.

[@John_BP]

Umm weight to blade length? Blade steel to price? Pocket clip and ease of extraction, I don't know how many knives you've carried but Cold Steel isn't that great. Two things I will give them is there aus8 is some of the best in the industries and the lock up on there knives are the only folders that approach anything close to fixed blade strength.

[@turbofister5000]

Obvious troll. obvious Pinocchio.

[@DIXIECONFEDERATEDAWG]

SORRY I WAS JUST BS'NG... BUT I DO HAVE A RAJAH II I LIKE VERY MUCH!!! AND FOR THE PRICE I THINK CS IS PRETTY DAMN ON POINT...

[@zachphillips4573]

turbofister5000 Fine line between someone who's a troll and someone who's just an idiot, I think.

[@M00shimaroo]

Nutn', you have no idea lol! This year at the, "USN GVI" (basically a knife show) one of the most prolific makers, Todd Rexford had a knife on his table for open bid... The bidding reached, $29,000... yes. You are reading that correctly, and no I did not make a typo. The bidding reached, Twenty-Nine THOUSAND dollars.

[@Sweeneh]

Amazing knife. I need this. It's just so beautiful

[@mickymcfarts5792]

this is a liner lock right? aren't frame locks stronger? I'm just being picky but hey, i prefer the stronger frame lock.

[@TheMadMedek]

Freebies from knife makers? He bought it himself. 125 $ for that knife is a good value. Most people don't understand the prices of steel, titanium and production on low batch runs like these knives, plus the kickback to the custom maker. Broker doesn't make a lot of each knife

[@BladeReviews101]

I've always wanted a Sal Manaro design knife because of the attention of detail he puts into his designs. The machined checkering titanium handles are a great keypoint on his knives... Heres the kicker...... Boker sent me three of these and ALL three of them had lockup issues after just flipping the knife open/close a few days. It's a shame because this knife feels awesome in the hand.... but Bokers quality control just sucks!!

[@bobjordan4868]

A bit more than 4" blade, correct? I live in CA - end of story.

[@MuleysAndBushcraft]

Live forever, Nutn.

[@nccrawford]

How do I get a picture to Nutn? I've got a 458 Spyder that I could load with some stuff he'd appreciate.

[@pympin87]

how about a vg-10 stingray may not put the price up too much

[@cmanlier]

hey nutn you should review the swedish fireknife. it looks pretty cool

[@pnw_machinist]

ah...seeing that Mirage breaks my heart...I had mine for the better part of a decade and lost at work one day :-( loved it.

[@lxemergency]

I like the design....just wish Böker would show us lefties some love and allow for lefthanded pocket clips. Also....440C is good stuff...but not great.

[@harknesskyle]

Ever going to review the benchmade apb knives?

[@williamnelekona]

i can't afford it, but check Jake Hoback knives. esp. the Kwaiback ...thing is beyond sick

[@DejectedCat]

Hey, your ZT0561 has some lint in it.