Civivi Praxis Review - Budget Royalty

[@CamboTriton]

Just bought a Praxis after watching your video. Great video!

[@BushcraftingBogan]

Civivi seems to be knocking it out of the park lately. I have the Elementum and I just ordered the Praxis.

[@motorcyclegordy2078]

Praxis baby. Love it. Green with black blade. Don’t mind the flipper, thumb stud changes the aesthetics IMHO.

[@wbwills2]

Bought 2 ,1 gift,gave mine away at a funeral trying to cheer someone up. It helped. Buying 3rd paraxis.saw $38 black macarta & $66 damascus going directly to there website Thx.

[@stevenostrov5493]

Got the Praxis, and surprised how good it was. Like the big blade, and the ease of opening. A little heavy, but for the money you can't beat it. Interesting modification. Makes it more fun. Like all your reviews, honest and staightforward. I think we are on the same wavelength.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

I agree Steven, you get a lot for your money with the Praxis. I have been trying those Kwik thumb studs on a few knives with flipper deployment only. My ideal knife would have multiple deployment options for those times when I don't want everyone to know I'm opening my knife. Always nice to meet someone that appreciates some of the same knife characteristics as I. Thanks for watching Steven.

[@BobStetson]

I have the Damascus praxis and I can’t believe the quality and performance for the price. The action is so snappy and holds a great edge. ,Ames me want to shell out the money for a WE knife to see what else they can do

[@nsragan1971]

I love my Praxis, I'm actually carrying it right now. It is probably my favorite purchase of 2018. I've got the tan one, which I think looks great with the gold liners. Actually found it on sale at White Mountain Knives for $35 around Black Friday. With another 10% off code I paid $31.50 - an incredible deal at that price. The thumb stud mod is interesting, I don't know if I want to do that, but I'm intrigued. This is my first Civivi, but I'd like to get another soon. Maybe the Baklash, but as you mentioned they are all hard to find right now. Good review!

[@TheKnifeBeater]

That is an excellent price for the Praxis, I'm jealous. I actually modified the thumb stud with my Dremel, so it would not protrude as much. I agree, WE is off to a great start with their Civivi line. Thanks for watching Garner.

[@NewtonWashinton]

Scott, I agree I love my Praxis too.

[@PerpetualWhiteBelt]

Just received my Praxis from House of Knives. No problem getting it for me.

[@Dan-oz4qb]

I have both. The Baklash is my preference for EDC due to slightly smaller size & weight. I keep the Praxis in my truck and use it frequently. Civivi makes some nice knives for under $50.

[@davidh0159]

I don't have the Praxis, but I did buy the Baklash. It was my EDC for a while until the Aquila came out. I moved the pocket clip from the Baklash to the Aquila and it is now my daily beater. The blade shapes are almost identical but the Aquila is a great fidget knife because it has so many deployment methods (spidey flick, thumb flick, flipper tab).

[@TheKnifeBeater]

I would have done the same david, multiple deployments methods is definitely the way to go. I don't know why WE/CIVIVI didn't just put the same clip from the Baklash on the Aquila. I don't know how much more a milled clip costs to manufacture than the stamped steel, but it could have potentially lowered the price of the Aquila. Thanks for watching david.

[@efcruzado]

Praxis is the best overall knife I purchased for 2018. My favorite carry from 2018 is the Fox Vox Core. Favorite fidget knife is the Bestech Hornet.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Nice choices Jcruzr. I haven't gotten my hands on a Hornet just yet. I didn't realize it was a good fidget knife. Thanks for watching.

[@rickkerans8485]

I like that knife. Thanks for justifying my purchase. I own both. The Praxis is A little bigger so fits better than my hand.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Yeah, it fits my hand a little better too. Thanks for watching Rick.

[@billdozer18]

Praxis is ordered as of today! Was gonna go with the baklash originally but dove into civivi knives and found I like the praxis and ortis better than the baklash

[@DeeVoted2Dios]

I was really going to get the Backlash but then I saw the kwik thumbstud mod you did with the Praxis... its on sale now @ Amazon for $42.50

[@funkla65]

I bought both. The Backlash stays in its box while the Praxis is my usual EDC. The Backlash is a nice knife, but I'm lukewarm on finger choils, and the choil does rob the Backlash of a large percentage of its potential edge length. Overall, I think the feel of the Civivis is hard to beat in their price range. That Praxis has my Steel Wills and Real Steels hiding in their boxes, despite them being very good, also.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

I hear ya Larry. Since the Baklash is a little shorter than the Praxis, the choil is gonna steal more sharpened edge from the Baklash. I personally like a nice forward choil, but I completely understand why you don't, especially on shorter knives where every inch counts. WE/Civivi is making a name for themselves immediately in this very crowded budget market. Thanks for watching Larry.

[@jamesortiz5388]

Almost got the praxis because of blade width. Got backlash delivered yesterday. They claimed a long wait, took a week. Good review.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

I know the Baklash and Praxis are good knives, but I am surprised about the limited stock. Maybe WE just didn't manufacture enough. Thanks for watching James.

[@edgblades]

Jay, they just became available again. Just got mine and put the Kwik Stud on there, too. Great recommendation, loving it! Thanks

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Awesome, I'm glad you got your hands on one Ninja. Thanks for watching.

[@timbo4374]

I got the Backlash. 9CR18 is very close to VG10 as far as edge retention. The difference between the 2 is minimal. It really is a good steel for this price point. Their $68 knives are in VG10, and although for that price I would prefer the VG10, honestly, the difference is minimal enough that I would rather save the extra $25 and go with the 9CR instead. Still, the higher priced line is very nice as well. Civivi/We has done a great job. I am planning to grab the Shard, and maybe the Aquilla as well. When I head into the city, I have to carry 3" or under, so the Shard will make a good city carry for me.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Yeah, $68 for 9CR would be a tough sell. I've been meaning to pick up one of the VG10 models, but I haven't seen one that I want yet. Interesting that WE is pricing those at $68, same price as some of Kizer's Vanguard models. I agree, saving $25 for 9CR is definitely the way to go. Thanks for watching Tim.

[@paddyspotatopeelers2154]

Thanks mate its amazing how a little thubstud can improve a knife. Atb paddy 👍😀☘️

[@TheKnifeBeater]

You're the one that got me into the thumb stud mods after I saw your Steel Will. Thanks pad.

[@BigRedEDC]

Cool trivia on the Praxis name...great intro! I dig my Praxis! Agree about the jimping on the flipper tab....needs o be tamed a little!

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Thank you JB. I had a hard time putting the Praxis down this weekend.

[@BigRedEDC]

@@TheKnifeBeater awesome...glad you like it!

[@snakrut]

Would buy the praxis

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Thanks for watching leon.

[@carknelson5895]

I’ve had my eye on the Praxis just haven’t pulled the trigger. Great review!

[@TheKnifeBeater]

I think you will like it Cark. Thanks for watching.

[@abnergaldos8695]

Once again great video review $42 bucks not bad. Cool thumb stud

[@TheKnifeBeater]

No, not bad at all. Thanks for watching abner.

[@vapertrail6669]

I'm late to the game but here in the Philippines we're a bit behind the times. I got the Elementum last year but it's just a bit small for my hand. The Praxis is a much better fit and it has a but more usable blade. The size is similar to my Rat 1 but the fit and finish as well as the action is much better.

[@majorpain1251]

Interested in the backlash. I like the slimmer profile.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Yeah, the Baklash does ride in the pocket a little better. Thanks for watching majorpain.

[@edgblades]

I like the Praxis more. I've wanted it for awhile, haven't seen it available. Excellent mod, big fan of multiple too!

[@TheKnifeBeater]

I can't believe how hard it is to get a Praxis. I really hope that changes soon. You and I have similar taste in knives. Most of the time if you like a particular knife, it's one I need to get my hands on. Thanks for watching Ninja.

[@andrewhaley8992]

I bought and love both. Also got the duras, and have the elementum on the way.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

The Praxis is actually tough to find in stock anywhere, so it's good you already have one. Thanks for watching Andrew.

[@NastyRenegade]

Yeah it's a great knife. I ended up liking the Backlash just a bit more because of an even better action. Both are great though.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

True, can't go wrong with either. Thanks for watching John.

[@jessebergunder]

Just ordered the praxis i like the less tacti-cool look. Last i seen bladehq has them jn stock and i order from chicago knife works.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

I hear ya Jesse, it's my favorite CIVIVI so far. Thanks for the heads up about Blade HQ and for watching.

[@eltordo61]

The Praxis just become available at White Mountain Knives at 42,50 USD (with almost worldwide dispatch)

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Very nice. Thanks for the heads up Freddy and for watching.

[@motorcyclemark2889]

I just ordered a Praxis about 10 minutes ago it will be my first civivi last month I almost bought it but bought a Kubey 138 because it was marked down to $24 on Amazon it is a great D2 blade but it's a new month and Christmas so l got the blue praxis two firsts first blue knife and first Civivi . I need to know where to get a better clip for my Launch 1

[@wbwills2]

& where do you get a thumb stud? eBay?

[@peterrusland2817]

Hi Beater: Where do you get those add-on thumb studs? Best, Peter Rusland, Duncan, B.C. , Canada

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Amazon

[@richklangen1833]

Thanks for the sticker 🤙

[@SOUTHAFRICANKNIFEGUY]

Hey jay where did you go? Actually I just came back myself I was wondering why no videos for awhile

[@TheKnifeBeater]

I haven't gone away, I'm still uploading every week. Nice to see you're back.

[@bladecentered2264]

Thx for the review J I'm starting to like bigger knives more too even tho I can't carry them to work😔

[@TheKnifeBeater]

They would throw you in the slammer if you brought the Praxis to work.

[@Shooter4547]

Just found a Praxis on eBay. What thumbstud do you use? Where can I order one? Thanks.

[@Roosterdad50]

You're right, that is a good knife. What does it have for washers/bearings ? : )

[@TheKnifeBeater]

It's a ball-bearing pivot. Thanks for watching Rooster.

[@richklangen1833]

Nice knife

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Oh good, glad to hear you finally received the sticker Richard. Thanks for watching.

[@BigRedEDC]

J, just tagged you in the top 3 knife pet peeves challenge. very interested to hear what yours are.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Thank you JB.

[@dlangston2020]

probably the backlash but I got shard about 2 weeks ago.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

How do you like your Shard? I've been thinking about that one. Thanks for watching David.

[@dlangston2020]

@@TheKnifeBeater I like it. it's a smaller blade but D2 and carbon fiber inlays. I have the brown version

[@stevebowman90]

It’s not flashy but I love my Praxis. Sure VG10 would’ve been more awesome but this knife, simple as it is, just draws me in. That blade profile is great. I like your mod, easy to do and it gives the knife a more rugged look. Great review.

[@TheKnifeBeater]

I love it too Steve. The Praxis caught me by surprise, I didn't expect to like it this much. That blade shape is something special. Thanks for watching Steve.

[@edcevo3052]

Blade hq has them right now n the od green is 34.99$!!

[@TheKnifeBeater]

That is a great price, I might have to go pickup another. Thanks for the heads up TJ.

[@edcevo3052]

The Knife Beater they also have the launch 1 in camo for 69.99. My civivi in od will b Saturday thanks to you good sir! I really wanted the duras but I’ll get that next if I like the praxis.

[@spencermorse2926]

What's the thickness behind the edge?

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Sorry Spencer, I gave this knife away in a drawing a few months back. Thanks for watching.

[@spencermorse2926]

@@TheKnifeBeater no worrys man. I have one myself but no calibers 😂. Thanks for the reply though!