Civivi: Best BANG FOR BUCK EDC Knives

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CIVIVI KNIVES
Civivi Asticus
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Civivi Exarch
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Civivi Bullmastiff
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Civivi Mini Bullmastiff
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Civivi Mastodon
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Amazon: amzn.to/3c0e9JS
Civivi Mini Mastodon
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Civivi Dogma
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Amazon: amzn.to/2QnUs6o
Civivi Odium
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Civivi Fracture
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Civivi Keen Nadder
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Amazon: amzn.to/3r0CJyA
Civivi Ortis
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Civivi Pintail
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Civivi Badlands Vagabond
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Amazon: amzn.to/3eTGkfr
Civivi Appalachian Drifter
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Amazon: amzn.to/3tuF3iW
Civivi Trailblazer
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Civivi Elementum
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Amazon: amzn.to/38YFeuT
Civivi M2 Backup
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Civivi Planck
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Amazon: amzn.to/3s5pC0b
Civivi Kiri-EDC
Blade HQ: shrsl.com/2v0ye
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[@user-ms5gt1kd6p]

I really appreciate this format where you're showing the entire line-up from one manufacturer. I imagine it wouldn't be feasible to do this on a regular basis.

[@danielduvall4957]

Best knife review ever. Awesome set up, perfect timing with each knife, GREAT CAMERAS, and love the spec sheet to the side. Just an all around great, informative, and classy video.

[@buddhamic13]

After seeing all of them, the elementum is still my favorite lol

[@dalton412]

I second the motion

[@papayaman78]

@@dalton412 motion for what?

[@bena3341]

It's a great knife but it's just a little small for my hands. The Badlands Vagabond will be my next buy. Similar but slightly larger handle.

[@michaelvoorhees5978]

@@papayaman78 nobody cares

[@noahhulsey5505]

Same, love mine in brass, polished it up to give my own patina.

[@clumzoid2135]

That Keen Nadder caught my eye and so did that damscus Pintail.

[@thebaronvontito87]

Was literally thinking to myself “it’d be awesome if Taylor posted a new video right now” thank you sir!

[@OutdoorExplorer-ub6om]

Listing the specs for each individual knife was really helpful and the vagabond and drifter were pretty nice.

[@kthaskins]

I have the drifter and it’s amazing

[@OutdoorExplorer-ub6om]

@@kthaskins Love the lines and the clip point on it. I wish they also offered a locking version of it.

[@kthaskins]

@@OutdoorExplorer-ub6om that would be cool

[@rhettnova]

I got my first Civivi - the Dogma - last year and it's definitely my favorite flipper. I have been eyeballing the Dogma for a hot minute now. Thanks for the hands-on review. Totally getting one. 👊

[@brookscassidy7405]

Definitely digging the pintail. Can’t beat those materials for that price

[@magnacarta6264]

@TaylorMartin The pop up specs on the side with each knife is an awesome feature, great addition to the videos. Awesome work, thanks for all the reviews.

[@captainredtank4108]

Congrats on the kido! Glad everyone is doing alright! I just had my first son a few months back

[@mikec3395]

Really like what Civivi has to offer! That Pintail is peaking my interest, would be a nice addition!

[@alessandro5693]

Honestly the Pintail looks so good with that damascus blade. Definitely my favourite one!

[@brycequine2653]

The Pintail is by far the best bang-for-the-buck knife in my collection.

[@alessandro5693]

@@brycequine2653 I was surprised when I read the price tag, I expected it to be a lot more expensive tbh

[@Gabor.Bujdoso]

This was a great idea to show the whole lineup side by side, Civivi is by far the most innovative company today on the market! My favorite is the Odium and the Pintail, but honestly I would gladly buy them all if I could... 😀

[@hospeh]

Wish you would do another video on weird edc, but boy do I love civivi. Great video!!

[@Yacin-wt7ll]

The pintail is definitely the best, love it.

[@mhxistenz]

I think the Pintail is my favorite, followed closely by the Ortis. Lot of good ones!

[@randytherhino]

@bestdamnedc You got the specs incorrect on the Mastodon -- it doesn't have ceramic ball bearings; it's currently on washers -- it's this way specifically for food prep!

[@BestDamnEDC]

Wow. I don’t even know how I missed that. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@randytherhino]

@@BestDamnEDC All good -- you hit a lot of knives there buddy : )

[@micahsexton4281]

This new formatting is clean af! Super sick work you're doing, Taylor.

[@cl449]

I think the Appalachian in Damascus with the Carbon Fibre handles is gorgeous! Such a beautiful knife.

[@gregoryvu3493]

I have had a knife from most of the major brands, and upon opening my first civivi baklash..... The action is incredible. Easily the best out-of-the-box action of any of my knives

[@ayortiz24701]

Great video! I just started collecting knives and Civivi dominates my collection so far. The Nadder is my personal favorite from this collection. That stone washed tanto blade and od green micarta combo makes for a beautiful knife.

[@James-vr5wh]

The Elementum all day, everyday but the Pintail has caught my eye!

[@alexmurray3335]

As a brit and only legal knives are really slip joints I'd have to say the micarta Appalachian drifter is the perfect option. Keep up the great work

[@6980Design]

Hands down my favorite knife company right now. Quality blades on a budget price platform - amazing.

[@David-fv8zu]

The elementum remains one of my all time favorites. But all of these are beautiful. You put a lot of effort into that video! Cheers!

[@JuanAguilar-jk9qu]

How does it compare versus the SOG twitch ii ? I have the twitch but it feels too small.

[@Puddspanker]

@@JuanAguilar-jk9qu late, but I used to love SOG. But they just don't compare to anything civivi offers. Been buying some premium blades for a bit. And I can't believe I carried SOGs and CRKTs.

[@joshualatendresse]

Listening to Taylor talk about knives while I work > Lo-Fi hip hop.

[@dericzuniga8336]

I walked into Camouflage Military in Houston and they have a wide selection of Civivi knives. Very cool to check out the action on these, super smooth.

[@davidmathews2124]

I’ve bought a bunch of Civivi knives recently. There’s not a better maker out there in terms of design and fabrication IMHO. REMEMBER GUYS…just because a knife might not fit your hand or your needs does not make it a “bad knife”. Handle too small for you? Blade shape not ideal? Well there are guys out there that feel the same thing about YOUR favorite design. The only aspect of Civivi’s lineup that I’ve seen lots of guys complain about is the clip. Oh well. It works fine for me. The Elementum is pretty much timeless. But while Civivi is king of the 3” EDC, I love the Asticus too. I NEED a bigger blade on occasion…right? But a mini cleaver? Whatever. Yeah…I like those too. It’s really hard not to love a tight yet smooth, ubber sharp $60 folder made with grade AA materials. PS: great vid here. Thanks.

[@auto3825]

Eventhough the Asticus is large, it's still my favorite one.

[@infinity_korty5333]

I am realy liking the odium

[@akseljohnson6146]

My favorite had to be that Appalachian drifter. That slick action looked sick.

[@jonhill3220]

Thank you for turning me onto Civivi. I bought one several months ago and LOVE the action on it. The Mastodon and Mastiff Mini versions may be my next purchase. Although I bookmarked about 5 other knives after watching this. Keep up the great work.

[@BestDamnEDC]

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[@jonhill3220]

@@BestDamnEDC Thanks, can’t wait for the Mastodon!

[@strongside4565]

CIVIVI is embracing what a pocket knife has traditionally been and I commend them for it. A knife in that size, quality and price range is what most people truly need. If I hadn't caught the knife collecting bug, I'd still be carrying my Elementum or Chronic every day.

[@corysimmons254]

The Keen Natter seems cool. Sharpening that knife doesn’t seem cool.

[@Zaque-TV]

Yeah youll probably want to use a ceramic rod system vs a flat stone

[@elconquistador98]

Why?

[@donjohnson2153]

That fixed blade was pretty dope. Like a mini bush craft!

[@Bob.Gnarly]

Sweet CIVIVI line up! The slim design and fidget factor on the Appalachian Drifter is perfect.

[@Footballdreams99]

M2 backup looks like a great solid fixed blade for my boys to learn on. Thanks for introducing me to them.

[@bigfudge20]

i recently bought a Civivi Elementum and in the past few weeks, it’s has grown on me tremendously. my first “gateway” knife was the Spyderco Tenacious and i still have it and love it but the Elementum is a stellar knife. i thought i didn’t like the fact that it’s smaller but i started carrying it more and more, i can’t stop flicking it open! i’ll probably purchase more Civivi knives, i already have a couple on the radar. Thanks Taylor Martin for the reviews and the content!

[@RCartagena1]

I bought the elementum because of your recommendation and I am blown away by the quality for the price 🔥🔥🔥

[@jthizzle4013]

Mine just came in yesterday. Definitely going to get another. Amazing knife for price, I agree. Love the case it came in and the cloth. Sharp as heck too. Love it

[@jamesbaker2860]

Appalachian Drifter takes the slip joint to the next level. That will be the one I will look into next from Civivi. Great video. Thank you

[@caryvanarsdall3957]

the fracture, love the non traditional slip with a tanto look

[@Phaminator525]

Yeah Im thinking of buying one. Looks similar to the 940

[@jeffreywong1457]

Still loving my Elementum. The action is so ridiculously good. Thanks for your detailed reviews and love how you list the specs for each knife as it makes it much easier to prepare. You got me thinking about changing my EDC to the Keen Nadder.

[@TxGnomeAF]

just bought my first one, won't be my last.

[@barshemgud332]

Love the pintail. Hoping to get my hands on the Damascus and wood version some day.

[@davidsapir3764]

Exceptionally well done and informative review. Last week I bought my first Civivi, the 3" Pintail Flipper with Damascus blade and cuibourtia wood handles. It's drop dead beautiful and sinful sharp, and the flipping action and click is Zippo lighter level satisfying. I was so blown away by this knife's quality and craftsmanship that today I ordered the Civivi Riffle with Damascus blade and sandalwood handles. I just can't get over how much knife you get for such a great price.

[@averyavenue]

I got the Pintail in Olive Micarta and I wanted it to be my perfect knife so0o badly, but that flipper tab needs to go (imo)... Whenever you try to put any elbow into cutting something tough, the tab just DIGS into the side of your index finger and makes it so uncomfortable. The fact that the thumbstuds work so beautifully already, just makes the flipper redundant. I wanna sand it off but I'm too scared, lol. If the Pintail had no flipper, and had a finger choil like the Odium, it would be a 6/5 for me.

[@mikescully0501]

Glad you found the Odium, it was one of my 2020 favorites.

[@DavidPerez-rq1sd]

The Keen Nadder was the Civivi I was most anticipating. It is so nice. I have to say the Asticus is the one I would choose. A great, bigger daily carry knife. Civivi is the bee’s knees.

[@cine-air4490]

Awesome video, I was looking for a video that would have every civivi.... if I could chose one , got to be the pintail wow but the odium is my second favourite. LOVE YOUR CHANEL . I m in edc gear because of you 👌🏼😎

[@nickbezmaterny5567]

happy you are making videos again. I got my first knife because of you (FELDSPAR) and started my EDC journey . I also got two fantastic Civivi knifes. Great budget knife company.

[@dijon9893]

Came here from blade hq. Civvi knives are so cool!! Hope they have a lefty version 😄

[@frankiesilverman]

Some not all. I have a Baklash which I love and is ambi, but say goodbye to dreams of an elementum.

[@UltraTomk26]

Definitely my favourite knife was the bullmastiff. I just love big knives and the cleaver shape is just awesome.

[@brycequine2653]

The Pintail is one of my favorite knives! Waiting on my Exarch to arrive. I want a bunch more. Thanks for the video.

[@03_austindrake88]

I have not seen/handled a Civivi knife that I didn't like. Civivi always has great designs, awesome fit n finish, and great action. My favorite from this video would have to be the Keen Nadder or the Appalachian Drifter

[@Fracknie]

I have been eyeing clever blades for a while now. The mini bullmastiff is definetly my favorite. Great video as always

[@alexiceman1r834]

Was watching this when my badlands vagabond came in. Had to get it since i dropped my knife to the abyss at work. Really happy with it. Got mine in blue and hell yeah.

[@ronin_operator_edc]

Civivi puts out the best budget-friendly knafs... I have a bunch but can always accomodate more ! Their Damascus blades are sick !

[@justinburrola4651]

Definitely loved the brown Trail blazer. Reminds me of a modern version of the classic buck 110 that I carry.

[@pat3034]

My EDC is an Elementum , thanks to you .... I'm going for a M2 Backup today for my gear bag. Again thanks to Taylor. Great stuff!

[@havoc1zero]

I have the badlands vagabond in carbon fiber scales with damascus blade. I have to agree with you, it is a fine example that quality doesn’t always equate with price.

[@jyhyeonglee9281]

i like that the specs can now be seen on the side. Awesome need addition. I wish there was a bit more close-up to some of the handles you were mentioning. Thanks for posting all these videos!

[@SlashGears]

The Elementum & the Pintail are my favourite among the bunch. Good size and built.

[@jeffluther9701]

That keen nadder caught my eye for sure.

[@bleeedorange8552]

That M2 backup is just cool as hell. Fingers crossed.

[@scottpoole2182]

Civivi and WE have become my new go-to knives. That S35VN Elementum is on my wishlist. Already picked up the Braven in blacked-out Tanto, vacillated between it and the Nadder. Next might be that Odium.

[@Dave_W861]

Loving that front flipper, with the lovely bearings in the civivi it looks way more ergonomic than it appears. Love my elementum, just hoping that the brass one will be back in stock soon!

[@willw3298]

Welcome back. Awesome job covering so many knives. Having the specs pop up on the side of the screen was great. The Pintail, Keen Nadder, Asticus, and Planck are my favorites out of the ones you covered.

[@rylanh4651]

Thanks Taylor! My favorite is the Badlands Vagabond because of its similarity to the elementum but also having the thumb stud!

[@terencechang5457]

Love the Odium black G10 with black blade. Compact size yet with a nice handle.

[@BuckshotW9]

I just started carrying Civivi and I have to say I am 100% impressed with the quality and build of them. One of my new favorites for the price

[@bryndennordstrom8614]

100% the Keen Nadder is my favorite. I was doing some research for my next edc knife and was going between the Civivi Keen and the Spyderco Tenacious and I purchased the Tenacious 2 days ago from Blade HQ!! Dang it wish I went with the Keen now, but I am trying to build a blackout carry right now!

[@malverdetx8582]

The Appalachian Drifter is my favorite. The blade shape is amazing and I love how civivi combined the action of a modern flipper with the classic styling of a slip joint.

[@Dolphchristiaan]

Do you know which colour the handle has of the Damascus version? Blue?

[@mjpb20]

Really like that details box you show for each knife. Nice work, great video. I want all of them.

[@ajhopley]

Hey Taylor, love your content, thanks for making it. I also love the Pintail, I've been eyeing it for a while. To be honest, I've been eyeing almost all of the Civivis... really good value for really good price. Their 2021 releases are just as awesome as what you have on the table, so looking forward to your next/2021 version of this video!

[@Queltosch]

Hi Taylor, i like the trailblaizer the most since we are here in Germany not allowed one-hand locking knives. Thanks for the nice video. Greetings

[@jamesberryman9893]

Honestly my favorite out of the whole bunch is the blue Civivi Dogma. Weird I know but I love it.

[@efcruzado]

The Keen Nadder went outside the Civivi box and is more like a WE. Overkill on the deployment methods makes it the most fidget friendly knife. 👍🏽🔪💯🔥

[@muchopuzzo5852]

The keen nadder is just perfect

[@koblades9076]

Love that appalachian drift! Great to see you back at it!!!

[@Gman1024]

Dama Pintail CF is probably my fave of the bunch, especially since I have no dama knives. Thank you!

[@justincoffman3489]

Awesome video showing all these great knives! My favorite was the Odium and the Nadder.

[@alkishararis9347]

Thanks for the opportunity!!!! The ODIUM it is what I really need!!!!🤩😍🤩😍🤩

[@SteelRoninTT]

I'm definitely getting the Appalachian Drifter. For legal reasons, I can't carry a one-handed locker but can carry a fixed blade... I prefer the one-hand opening and would choose that over a two-hand locker like the rustic gent. If I imagined my perfect knife, this is it. I currently have the Dogma and I'm in love with it, just sad that It has to stay at home.

[@campbelllendinggroup9218]

dude, the videography is ON POINT!!!

[@Matrixcuban32]

The Keen Nadder in the OD green is amazing! Thanks for the video

[@RyanHorikoshi]

I have the Keen Nadder and I love it. Disappears in the corner of my pocket, but fits the hand somehow. Love the blade shape. My favorite in the video is either the Bullmastiff or the Odium. So hard to choose. Civivi make so many great looking knives. I saw the Bullmastiff on their site that is carbon fiber and Damascus that is definitely on my radar!

[@chefdannyd3985]

I agree with you. Loving the Keen Nader. I also like the blue dogma and the fracture.

[@joek6661]

Loved the Appalachian Drifter in micarta. Its a nice change to prefer the less expensive model too. I'll definitely be taking a look at this one.

[@bullred21101]

I don't see it on your table but my favorite Civivi is the Brigand in Copper with 154CM blade steel. It's a great package for the price and I'm a sucker for reverse tantos! Keep up the great work!

[@kylepeck2478]

My favorite was the Odium! I love small super ergonomic knives like that.

[@growler477]

That Appalachian Drifter is pure class! Definitely my favorite of them, good to see more slip joints with pocket clips.

[@rubberrock424]

As a lover of fidget knives, I love the action of the Appalachian Drifter, but I also love the pocket profile of the Exarch.

[@davidquesada5087]

Man love all these knives, guess I will be sleeping on the couch for a while if I pull the trigger. Editing looks dope, keep at it, nice job!

[@williamdubourg4558]

Cheers bud. Love the content. Fan of Father Time JS as well. Been watching you both long time. I’m a Louisville native and my wife is NC. Haven’t gone nearly as far down the rabbit hole as you guys.. but, there’s still time. Cheers again man. Keep it up 🤙

[@ArtyLuong]

Surprisingly liking the simplicity of the Exarch seems small and low key enough to carry in my suit jacket pocket. Love the videos!

[@landontreinen3062]

Glad you liked the keen nadder. Just got mine in brown micarta from BHQ last week and I share your take on it exactly. Weird name, great knife.

[@brentgaylord7972]

Having an elementum and have gifted two other Civivis to friends I’m glad to see you do this video. But from this video I really like that Pintail. The damascus is beautiful.

[@Kilt_Camera_and_Carry]

Love the deep dive ... on a side note, I have been following your vids since MOD ... Your quality has really evolved ... keep up the great work.

[@nathanb400]

Thanks for the dive into the civivi lineup! I liked the keen nadder!

[@TheOfiz]

That Appalachia Drifter with the micarta handle is very nice! Great video! I got into EDC because of you and the elementum was my first better quality knife!

[@adamkirkham79]

My favorite is the Exarch front flipper. Love the videos, keep up the hard work!

[@gigiboto]

I’m a lefty and I’m happy to see they are doing so many models now where you can swap the clip. That being said I still love my Elementum.