Spyderco Spydiechef Long Term Use Review

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[@don0giorgio]

Spyderco replaced steel detent ball with a ceramic one in the newer version of Spydie Chef.

[@messmer777]

Its spelled Slysz but it is pronounced "Throatwarbler Mangrove"

[@joonies82]

Amazing knife, just grabbed one recently. All good except in 2022.... this is now over $260 USD

[@darylnd]

$303 now in 2024. I've a check coming in, from my occasional side gig, that will cover it. My Kapara has been my EDC for four years now.

[@EpicSnuggleBunny]

I personally, hated the ergos on this knife, but I seem to be the only person in the universe who does. This is probably the only SpydieChef video that merits the title of a review. Keep up the good work.

[@CedricAda]

I always think of handles like shoes, very tricky to make one that fits every hand/foot. I find it a hard thing to comment on in reviews, too, as unless theres garishly sharp surfaces or jagged edges, even the most awkward seeming knife might be a perfect fit for someone else

[@Luke-mz5zt]

Not Just you. Totally wrong for me as well. Mine went to a new home pretty quickly.

[@Survivalsteel]

I have wanted a Spydiechef since I seen your first video on it. I was always out of money when they were available. The last run of them Spyderco made the planets lined up perfectly and I bought one. Before the Spydiechef I carried the titanium military ever since it first came out. It was in my pocket all day every day until the Spydiechef came along. The Spydiechef hasn't left my pocket since the day I got it. I have reprofiled the edge to my taste. It is so sharp I am afraid if I slice through the air I might split an atom which would be a bad thing. I live near the coast so having a folder that doesn't rust is such a big plus for me. Also you mentioned in your first video on the Spydiechef that it would make a good hunting knife. You are spot one with that statement. It is perfect in my opinion for such task along with everyday task from the field to the kitchen. I would like to say thank you for your videos on this knife. If not for them I probably would of never payed any attention to the spydiechef. I want to get a Waterway next so it would be a perfect folder/fixed combo set. Again thank you Sir!

[@genarosepulveda9260]

How has it held up till now? This knife has always been in the back of my mind// it would be my first “expensive” knife

[@daeholm]

Sergeant Salvatore Pernelli was the cook in MASH. Played convincingly by character actor Val Bisoglio.

[@drshoggothshow]

It has Evangelion aesthetics. The handle does, at least. The way it combines curved angles with straight lines. It’s hard to explain, but there’s a stylization in everything from the wall panels in NERV HQ to the computer displays, and the spydie handle really brings those kinds of shapes. Which I enjoy immensely.

[@JoeyDoingThings]

That makes me like this knife all the more! Thank you!

[@Pharto_Stinkus]

This was a grail knife for me for a long time, and I finally got one recently (the CQI version). I agree about having an acute point on an EDC knife. I don't go around stabbing things, and I always carry a multi-tool with me (usually a Victorinox Tinker), so I have a point if needed (which it rarely is). I really like this knife, but I do have 2 nitpicks; For ME personally, it's a bit painful to one hand close this knife because the tang of the blade is sharp, and it rubs my finger on it's way closed (again, only when I one-hand close it). Second, I find the hole placement to be a little awkward, and I also find it to be a bit small. Overall, I think this knife is quite beautiful, and it's definitely one of my favorite carry knives. As a side note, while I really like the black hardware on the CQI version, I would LOVE to find some blue accent hardware for this.

[@Palmotron]

Thanks to you, I finally bought it and it's beautiful. In general, I was a pity for the money but I spent more on cash, which now lies in the drawer and this is a mega purchase worth every penny

[@darylnd]

This one interests me. My Kapara (CQI revision) has been my EDC for four years now. Whether I'm in jeans or suit and tie, unless I have to go through one of those annoying metal detectors, it's usually on me. If I'm in the backcountry, my Matt Lesniewski Kephart (fixed blade) is my primary. A SAK rides in my left pocket--a Tinker around town, a Bundeswehr model in the woods. I use the Kapara for nearly everything (the Tinker handles cutting through packing tape, to avoid gumming up the primary blade). Last Thanksgiving, I carved our family's turkey with it: it was a bit below peak sharpness but still buzzed effortlessly through the big bird, including joints and cartilage. The Kapara has the fine point. I can't think of a time I've really needed that, and I suspect it's a bit more fragile than the Spydiechef's point. That's not to say that I don't have occasional use for a fine, sharp point, but the Kapara's size makes that ungainly: it's hard to control by the handle, it's unbalanced if you hold it near the end of the blade--you know, with your fingers near the edge--and the point may yet be a bit thick. Big thanks from California! Love your channel!

[@Ekybob_Plays]

Obviously I can only speak for my own experiences and preferences, but as a leftie (slash semi-ambidextrous) with a Slysz Bowie, the recessed Spydie hole isn't an issue at all in the left hand. The knife spydie-flicks nicely with the middle finger, which is actually something that can't really be done in the right hand. Disengaging the lock with the left hand, yeah that's a bit more of a problem. Still doable.

[@benhinds57]

Thanks for your review on this and overall approach! Over the past year, you’ve helped me navigate folding knife brands and features (most notably blade steels) and help understand what is and isn’t important in making buying decisions. The sense of humor is appreciated as well. After trying Benchmade, CRK, and GiantMouse I’ve actually ended up on a company I swore I’d never touch in Spyderco. The Spydiechef, Shaman, Para 3 (S110V) and Native 5 (S110V) are more value and enjoyable for me than the other brands. I love the blade steels they use and focus on functionality (fellow nerd and attention to detail lover here). Their QC shows they care, too. I feel good knowing I’ve made fully educated decisions. Nothing wrong with any other brand but with your and other KZbinrs help I’ve learned and continue to learn so much. Can’t thank you enough...keep it up!

[@CedricAda]

glad your enjoying man, im glad folks can get something out of myweird hobby

[@benhinds57]

Not weird at all, continue to keep it real! Everything is a part of a system and every detail matters. What makes you stand out from your everyday knife KZbinr.

[@EveryTongue]

I love how the handle curves for chopping, beautiful folding chef with Spydie flair

[@Sliceoflife-5]

The Spydiechef is my most carried/favourite EDC, I made one change to improve comfort and that was to replace the clip with a Dodo clip, it makes it easier to get out of the pocket and I don’t have the bend of the original clip digging into my hand. Great vid 👍

[@ViaMatt47]

I’ve had my Spydiechef for about a year now. It’s absolutely one of my favorites.

[@gerardopietrantoni6452]

Great long term review Cedric! I bought one about two months ago and was worried about some other reviews that said it had lock stick. Mine came with absolutely no lock stick, smooth to open and I have no problems opening it with my left hand (I’m ambidextrous). Very thin in the pocket. The handle and blade shape looks a little weird but once you handle it for cutting makes perfect sense. Your prior cutting test made me decide to give it a try. You’re the only one on KZbin that does consistent and reliable blade steel tests. Good job! ⚔️

[@Osprey1994]

Not the only one Supersteel Steve has a good test that covers a different medium.

[@ringbadingbingrading1181]

@@Osprey1994 I would also like to mention Outpost76

[@ringbadingbingrading1181]

How has your lockface/lockup held up all this time later Gerardo?

[@chrisbahlmann4263]

Spydiechef with a compression lock would be a guaranteed buy for me

[@ericthorpe5670]

Agreed! I was just saying the same thing on a forum. I'll probably still buy it anyway though haha.

[@keithc1335]

10/10 for excellent and genuine review from a common sense point of view. 1/10 sandwich skills. You have some work to do before you launch your cooking channel. Great video! Subscribed!

[@michaelmann2543]

I really like the titanium wire clip - it doesn't catch on things or scratch things you rub against. Goes in smoothly. I've quit buying clip knives without the wire clip, just because it's so user friendly and no more catching/scratching things I lean against. Caly 3 has been my favorite, but since I use my knife a lot in the kitchen, I'm thinking of getting one of these to be my edc. Thanks for the review.

[@Mike-ul1xn]

had this knife for a year now, and it seems to find its way into my pocket over other knives in my collection more and more.

[@six10creative]

Just picked up my new Spydiechef! When a guy like Cedric, who has had most knives in his hand for testing, tells you his favorite knife is the Spydiechef, you don't hesitate, you go pick one up!

[@ohioknifelover]

Its okay Pete! Nick Shabazz doesn’t say Marcin Slysz the way its supposed to but everyone knows who it is lol Love both your channels!

[@wedo4444]

Huge issue with this video! Toast or grill that sandwich!

[@christamu2]

I recall a Spyderco video where Michael Janich was talking about Marcin Slysz and made a point of how to say his last name. It's pronounced Swish.

[@johnruff7417]

Chris Allison Sal said the same.

[@Wall_enjoyer]

Yes it's spelt słysz

[@frzh0626]

I got one spydiechef, and the only weakness I saw is the relatively low hardness of the Lc200n. It can easily scratched by some other metal, keys or something else.

[@captainskippy6622]

I finally got one a few days ago. As another person said this was a grail knife for me. It is so smooth and beautiful.

[@smeefbeef367]

This is a knife I’ve always wanted but never wanted to spend the money on, it seems too specific for what I do. I think I’ll get the Native 5 in LC200N just to experience this steel for $100 less.

[@pedroordepo9860]

Tristan Heath If you want titanium and a great stainless steel (m390). Look up Viper Fortis on CollectorKnives.net. He still has the stonewash version for 180 bucks... well worth the price, this knife has been competing with my Spydercos ever since I got it.

[@Osprey1994]

@@pedroordepo9860 I would like to see the M390 tests because I really prefer to see numbers now that I have been spoiled by Pete and Steve.

[@bp-hx9ts]

I like the spydiechef point seems like a it would be great to cut like tape on boxes

[@kevinfitz3721]

Man I want one of these can't wait till there back in stock

[@tristandauod]

Hey Kevin! They're actually in stock rn at BladeHQ!!! I refreshed the "new arrivals" tab this morning and there it was! I had to snag one, too. Finally lol

[@kevinfitz3721]

@@tristandauod thank you!

[@MrSATism]

I'm very excited to see Spyderco push more LC200N into their series, leftie slyz designs would be amazing for a sprint run lol

[@frzh0626]

They are going to release a salt native 5 with Lc200n. Real happy with the price of it on BHQ.

[@MrSATism]

Yes they will, along with some compression lock lc200n knives

[@MrSATism]

Ambi Clip+Spydiehole= excellence

[@frederickj.7136]

I would buy an LC200N Manix 2 Salt Lightweight in a heartbeat!!

[@KnifeNinjaEDC]

After restarting my knife hobby I've been wanting a Chef. I finally got one, pre-cqi and lost a bit on a trade but man it's nice. I'm a bit peeved I didn't get one earlier. Hope you're well, Pete ❤️

[@twinglock40z]

Dude just ate a cheese and butter sandwich?!?!?! I thought you were going to make a grilled cheese. And then you put the cheese on top of the butter and I had to look away. Lmao

[@bradleyh8044]

This is the favorite in my collection too. I have a real hard time justifying anything else unless I need a fixed blade. The really messed up thing is I hardly ever carry my pm2 these days. Spydiechef gives me the same blade length with a lot less "scariness".

[@ViaMatt47]

I am new to the EDC community and wanted to thank you. Just received my Spydie-chef about a week ago. I frigin’ love it ... for all the reasons. Thanks again.

[@EDCwithAaron]

I've almost bought one a million times but something else always comes up. It has been on my list forever and I will be getting one eventually... First I have to replace my Fox TUR that was stolen though.

[@bp-hx9ts]

EDC with Aaron that sucks howed it get stolen

[@gidonhalbfinger8772]

Would be great if you could test CTS-BD1N steel (used in Apogee Dragon chef's knives, among other uses) - anecdotally it supposedly holds an edge SIGNIFICANTLY longer than plain BD1, and like LC200N, it's nitrogen-enriched - so it should be extra stainless, too.

[@timwhite8963]

Well I’ve been watching your videos for a while and hate to admit it, but I’m not a huge Spydeco fan. Well until now, you have turned me! I’m getting myself a Spydiechef! Cheers

[@BradGryphonn]

Just a quick additional in terms of rust resistance. I've let my Opinel No10 Inox sit in salted bait while fishing, and have rinsed it in the salt water and haven't seen (so far) any rust at all. Pretty good for a circa $30 knife. The only real care I've taken is to wipe it down and spray it with Lanolin after I get home. Well, there was that one time when I left it for a week...but still no rust.

[@clemdros2712]

For a second, i was really worried about your pinky finger when you where slicing the lemon.

[@TheWatcher60401]

I fucking love this knife! Odd/rustproof slicey blade, thin/lightweight comfortable grip. Maintenance free, as you say. What's not to love?(besides a hefty price?)👌

[@bigpoppa578]

I had to stop watching half way through. If I had finished it would cost me money. Nice video man.

[@lolotube100]

Maybe this is just me, but my love of knives is greater than my need to have a left-hand friendly knife is as a lefty. I buy a knife because I like it and adjust to it, but having to adapt to things comes with the territory. Besides, I enjoy spydie flicking too much with my left hand.

[@jskrawz4611]

Nice knife... Would like to see one with FRN scales with a back lock... Would help get that price down and the texturing of Spyderco's FRN would be very useful in a kitchen environment compared to the slab sided titanium scales that will get really slippery fast...

[@robboss1839]

All I carry is my 940 and I want to sell some of my other knives to get a spydichef because I know is the only fair competition for my 940

[@bibigreen6533]

as a lefty I think this knife is still perfect for left hand use. I just spydie flick

[@jkstdstang]

I enjoyed the long term review immensely and have a CQI version in route that I traded into I’m looking forward to trying out. Thanks for the video as always great job!

[@frederickj.7136]

Nice review, Pete. The follow up is very welcome. Too bad about the lack of adventuresome steels in the upcoming Mantra 3, BTW. Yet, this: A 3.8mm, 90mm long D2 bladed, titanium 4.11 ounce 'poor man's Spydiechef': The Two Sun Knives TS51. Mine came flawless in execution & operation, save for an overly stiff titanium pocket clip. You trade the corrosion resistance for a much larger, but slimmer camp & kitchen knife with a superior KVT ceramic ball bearing system. Mine was 1/5 the cost of a Spydiechef, sent direct from Two Sun (19-24 days shipping) -- that is not really the main point, n.b. -- and it comes absent the little design flaws of varying importance on all of my Spydercos, to be honest about 'em. A better flipper long term with an effective, comfortable *small area* finger choil, too, which beats the similarly small ones on my well-liked Stretch and Factor Iconic Compact hands down. So far, so good! For very high grade corrosion resistance with more EDC practicality than that afforded by H1: My recently arrived (and now discontinued?) Spyderco N690 Spy-DK... a Camillus Carbonitride Titanium (tm) "coated/infused" VG-10 marlin spike knife (noteworthy for better ergos in *my hand* than any of my Spydercos-- a true sleeper, wicked sharp right out of the clamshell -- I bought 3 to be "safe")... and a just arrived 2.8 ounce 6114 alloy C.S. Finn Bear for no fuss, featherweight 4" EDC beater/back-up in my everyday packs & bags (mixed feelings so far). I bought all of these with some salt water kayaking & sailing in mind. All bargains, for sure. FWIW & FYI.

[@theavidpicker2721]

I love the Spydiechef. I'm currently saving money for one as they are fairly expensive for me. I'm so excited to see how I feel about it in my hands. Great long-term review. This is probably the best review of the Spydiechef that I have seen. I own a Modus and love it. The Modus is my favorite edc knife thus far. Keep up the great work here and on Patreon. I'm happy to be a patron of yours.

[@lucacadianalbert]

Great review - I absolutely love my SpydieChef. I cannot wait for the V2 to come out.

[@KruzerOak]

Nice vid, but I am cringing at how you are holding that lemon. Knuckle up!

[@mountaindont34ify]

Goodbye fingertips

[@feralgrandad4429]

Its between the spydiechef and the hinderer slippy for me. Both about same price here in UK. Maybe the practical nature of the ls200 in the chef swings it.

[@danokitemanotoo1791]

I have the CQI version with the ceramic detent ball. I agree that its better than the Aqua Salt Haych One steel, LoL

[@carlstanland5333]

Rusty Detent Balls. Good band name for knife enthusiasts/musicians.

[@SuperSteelSteve]

I just picked up one second hand. Im the 3rd owner.... There is ABSOLUTELY ZERO WEAR ON THE LOCK FACE... Because it looks carbonized... Mine has a clean line where the titanium changes color. The only wear i see is a slight polishing on the blade tang where the lock face and tang touch. I do not see this lock wearing out... Lol like ever

[@ringbadingbingrading1181]

How is the wear nowadays? Any more? I tend to idly open and close my knives when they're around and all the fuss about titanium on steel has given me some worry with this design. I'll add that the change in color isn't from carbonization. The heat treatment process Taichung uses to harden the titanium discolors it, and they cover that area of the lockface during finishing to keep things tight and proper.

[@petterdanielson366]

two year review for me now: extremely well designed, fantastic quality. LC200N doesn't hold an edge quite as well as the best non rust proof steels. Spine is rounded so wont strike sparks, unless you modify it slightly ( I have). Much smaller in pocket than in hand.

[@moparchallenger749]

It’s funny but I always thought that knife was called Spyderchief Another great video thanks🇨🇦

[@stormcrow70]

I want a kabar Becker 62 in lc200n. It could be called the neophart. I could cut carrots and celery and spread nut butters for generations. Then in the year 3250 an archaeologists would dig it up and say. A ceremonial artifact owned by a early hunter gatherer but clearly a chief.

[@charlieanderson3256]

Great video. I’d like to see an update on it in a year

[@davidtate166]

A find belly skinning.blade for processing game. ?

[@andrewrusso4373]

I picked this knife up at Blade Show because of the high praise its gotten from most you, Nick Shabazz, and Birdshot IV, and so far I am really enjoying it.

[@CedricAda]

nice! yes its my favorite spyderco for sure

[@yoadrian3814]

Love the long term reviews. I’ll get my hands on one of these one day...

[@David_DY]

Awesome they upgraded the detent... Thinking about picking one of these up lot of great knives on the market l know couple years back l seen a prototype of the spydie 2 but not sure whatever happened with that Thanks for the follow up! 👍👊

[@tonycanniffe2360]

Nearly bought one a few times but ended up with something else. Nerdy and practical sums it up beautifully. They’re still available. (It’s pronounced swooeeshh. Lol)

[@frederickj.7136]

Like the sound going down a water slide...?

[@Pharto_Stinkus]

I'm still trying to decide if MS is actually a good knife designer or, if he just got lucky a couple times. The Bowie and the Chef are great, masterpieces maybe, but the techno and the Swayback... not so much.

[@troppotardi]

Disagree on the Technos but agree with you on the Swayback.

[@Smaug1]

I'm sure your wife will be delighted to see you getting some use out of her pretty bows. ;) Nicely-done on the video. I want one. I generally carry smaller folders, as I've found that cooking is the only realistic thing I do that needs a bigger blade. Then, I won't have to be frustrated that the kitchen knives are dull, because my wife won't use this one!

[@gregs7519]

This knife would have been perfect with a hardened steel insert. Why oh why would Spyderco not have used one? The bare titanium lock bar will just wear away on the blade when locked up. I wish they at least would have coated the face of the lock bar with tungsten carbide.

[@Smaug1]

Also, I'm not sure I believe your choice of 3 knives, if you had to pare them down to that. You'd REALLY take three single-bladed locking folders? No tools at all, ala SAK? No fixed blade? What would I take? 1) Victorinox CyberTool M (belt pouch or shoulder bag carry) 2) Benchmade 940 (heavy duty) 3) Victorinox Manager (pocket carry) I'd miss a Mora fixed blade, but since it would only be used occasionally, I gotta go with everyday practicality with the SAKs and just "suffer". I assume I can still have a hatchet. ;)

[@Melisandeottoline]

14.x.22 Hey there. I'm so close to investing in a Spydie Chef, but, over here (UK), it's just about the same price as the 940-1, and I love my 940s. In an ideal world, I'd buy both, of course, but my post-retirement world is far from ideal. I've seen your 2017 review, and the above 2018 one. Have you done a 'longer' term review than the above? I'm interested to know whether the Chef is *still* up there in your estimation.

[@Doc.Holiday]

My only gripe is the grinder marks on the blade face(s). For what this knife sells for they should polish them out or do a light etch on the blade. COME-ON-MAN!!!

[@sputumtube]

You only buttered one of the slices of bread. And not even right up to the edges. Also, just buy a FFG Spyderco Endura for less than half the price. It will do more or less the same thing and at the same time free up over $100 to buy more butter.

[@roypatterson141]

I love my Spydiechef. It's become my favorite knife. I actually bought it after watching your cut test. I had always been interested in it, but was nervous about the steel. Specifically it's edge holding ability. However, those worries have been put to bed. It keeps up with all of my s35vn blades, no problem. Also, they are over $200 in the U.S. about $215 since Spyderco increased their prices. I got lucky and picked mine up for $170 used. I've actually thought about buying a 2nd just to have as a back up. Because I'm sure they (Spyderco) will discontinue it just like everything else that I like. Lol.

[@frederickj.7136]

Very recently, a used Spydiechef sold on eBay for a little more than full M.A.P. retail, net.

[@brandonw9958]

Lefties can Spydie flick it easy, that's how I open with my right hand but cannot with my Chef due to the frame lock blocking me. I have Spydie flicked it a few times but it's not easy. I can do it with my left hand easy.

[@grumpyoldwizard]

I just bought a Chef and am awaiting its delivery. I think I will like it; I better because it was fairly expensive, lol. I hope it becomes my EDC. Mayo on cheese is a disgusting sandwich. I tried one by accident when ordering a grilled cheese. Just looking at the thing makes me want to gag.

[@bloodmorel]

I'm struggling. Really interested in this, but I have the Drunken and feel the two have very similar blade shapes. On the other hand, I might be prone to use the Spydiechef, more regularly...

[@0zmosis2001]

Modular clips.. lol was the word you were looking for. Man it would be sweet if they made a compression lock version of the spydie chef.

[@bp-hx9ts]

osmosis 01 lol I was just thinking that

[@frederickj.7136]

The more than somewhat Spydiechef-like Two Sun TS51 has a KVT ball bearing system which simply drops shut smoothly under gravity with none of the out of control, swinging gate chaotic* action and clunky, disconcerting bounce on closing that the compression lock blade has. No unsightly & fiddly tab to pinch (👎, IMO), just effortless, painless, un-sticky operation on demand. The titanium-and-steel frame lock's engagement here is as robust as I can imagine needing short of what is sturdy fixed blade territory. This knife just embarrassed the Para 3 I had here on these points before the latter exited in shame. FYI. Check it out on a certain auction site. Cheers. * That's chaotic in the mathematical, physics sense.

[@jeffcon123]

I like the drunken but it is very expensive. I want a techno 2 but I have a WE roxi that is in my opinion similar in size and profile.. but I want a techno2 for sure

[@1fareast14]

I find that I can middle finger flick spydercos like that w my left hand, not a huge issue

[@masalpert]

you look beautiful Pete. was that a cheese and butter sandwich? do people eat that regularly? I'm curious.

[@StraitClownin909]

Much live Cedric, I stayed. Love your reviews.

[@cocabandi3196]

I wonder how this favorite of yours, the SpydieChef would compare to the budget Spyderco Resilience for serious kitchen use. Years ago, I bought both the Resilience, and it's smaller brethren, the Persistence. The Resilience immediately became my camping knife of choice, and I ended up just using it a lot in my home kitchen - really nice! The Persistence, however, because of its much smaller size, became one of my few most used EDC's. The SpydieChef really does look like a small chef knife. Do you EDC it much?

[@jlogue751]

Try the kapara

[@kgrimm5576]

I hope ya review Spyderco's fixed blade in LC200N, looks like a good 1, looks like your dogs get a well rounded diet!

[@genoburgess6817]

Could the smith adjustable sharpener sharpen this? And could this be a good edc

[@nidi991]

The blade shape of the Kapara is even bretter for food prep. What do you think?

[@jagpilotohio]

I’d like to see one with an XR lock.

[@Taquitos95]

In my opinion it's great for lefties. If not better, if the store I was able to spydie flick it easily while my right handed friend could only use his thumb to open it

[@Ch33no]

I got the old one too. I wonder if you can get some oil on that detent ball without taking it apart?

[@Bogollem]

I think the edge on that American lawman is taller than me.

[@MrTuffCookies]

I'm sure you put Vegemite on that sandwich at the end, so thank you for not putting that in the video so I can imagine you didn't use that nasty stuff. Lol jk, thanks for the video and everything you do, good sir! I've been in a cycle of hemming and hawing over getting a Spydiechef on and off for a few years now. Just never seems to be the right time to drop the $180-200ish for a used knife, when I'm... Well I'm not sure if it'd be the hemming or the hawing that would prompt me *to* get one, but whichever, you catch my drift. My only real reservation is that I feel like the plain, flat Ti handle is going to be rather slick/slippery, sort of like the ZT0450 or the Cold Steel Code 4. Any thoughts/opinions on that? Cheers!

[@bp-hx9ts]

Can’t wait for the survive knives review I like the Gso 5.1

[@OLMmedic]

I got to get one of these. Love it

[@mkvaule]

How do you think this would perform as a camp/tramp knife? My uses would mostly be cutting packaging, rope, food, branches less than an inch, and dressing game occasionally. This seems like a good fit because it is a simple, durable construction and completely rust proof, so in the rain, rivers, and dirt I wouldn't have to baby it. The only thing I'm concerned with is that it may be a bit weak at cutting the heavier duty stuff like wood, so maybe another knife like the Caribbean would be better? My concern isn't the lock because I know that will suffice, but the thin-ish blade stock might chip or bend.

[@davidmarshall7752]

Your instincts are correct, go with the Caribbean. And depending on how much wood, you may want the serrated sheepsfoot version.

[@attic42]

Thank you for this video. If you can take a moment to please help me out, I would really appreciate it. I am about ready to purchase my first "expensive" knife, and I am completely torn between the Spydiechef and the Benchmade 940. Which, in your expert opinion, would you choose if you could have only one? Why? If it helps at all, my favorite knife over the past year and a half had been the Ruike P801. Thanks for your help!

[@davidmarshall7752]

Spydiechef all day long.

[@ericthorpe5670]

That 940 though...there's something about it. I hope by now you own both.

[@attic42]

Eric Thorpe: Yep. I own both. And I also have a ZT 0450. And a Spyderco Smock. I definitely upped my collection over the past year. Thanks.

[@ericthorpe5670]

@@attic42 Nice! How do you like the Smock? That was pretty much the only other Spyderco on my wishlist

[@attic42]

Eric Thorpe, I absolutely love it. It might be one of my favorite Spydercos ever. Get one!

[@bradyfilm]

New sub,great review. Thanks great content,enjoyed it.

[@featherchuker1326]

My other knives have been getting lonely since my Spydiechef too.

[@StoneHands25]

Us lc200n very similar to xhp?

[@tacticalcenter8658]

I want a spydiechef. just never pulled the trigger on one. i have no idea why. someday ill find a good deal and get one. Did you know that catnip oil is like DEET for mosquito? ive not used it yet, but ive just read it. hows the mosquito's in Aus?

[@yartar-pq9yp]

I love my one . So slim the only knife I edc

[@yartar-pq9yp]

I changed out the hardware for titanium from bladeswelove and the clip for a ripsgarage tec zirconium

[@CosmicJhana444]

Fantastic film! 🎥 ✨🎬🔪🍍🍅

[@ozyrob1266]

I want a LC200N PM2!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (In any colour other than black).

[@OLMmedic]

ozyrob1 heck yeah. Me too

[@bp-hx9ts]

Same or a manic 2

[@dcstiger]

The Caribbean should be coming out soon. Part of the Salt Series with LC200N. It is a compression lock with a slightly larger blade compared to the PM2. There is a LC200N Native 5 Salt coming out soon as well.

[@frederickj.7136]

I don't need full-on manic myself, bp69, but I wouldn't hesitate at all to buy a Manix 2 Salt Lightweight!

[@bp-hx9ts]

Frederick J. Manix