Clinch Pick V2 comparisons and mods

[@ajreyes8743]

I’m interested . How do I get your info ? I just got my first clinch pic

[@scotopicvision]

The clinch pick also needs a longer handle. In my testing (which you can see one of them on my channel), I find the short handle and long blade causes the longer blade to leverage out of a cut. Therefore making shallow cuts compared to other self defense knives. This was repeatable in various mediums. Have you thought of making longer scales to deal with this issue? I would definitely be interested in this, because I think it’s a great concept, just needs tweaking

[@bfflorida2311]

GREAT VIDEO👏👏👏👏.As always many folks many opinions.... IMPO... if you use Ver 1.o and understand the importance of palm support shape you will not grind the scales flat . I can see additional texture to be added on Ver 1.o and gain some benefits. VER 2.O & 3.O do benefit on the grip but losses the functionality of the attend use (support when thrusting/piercing, side handling, etc) Ver 4.o is great modification and makes sense to use thinner cutting bevel. Personally I would use all of them but Ver 1.o IMPO has been serving me well over last 2 1/2 years.

[@datguy2730]

Hello Matt, I sent you a message via your website regarding getting the mod BUT I have not received a reply so I figured I would try this communication avenue...

[@OGBladeReviews]

Thanks for the detailed comparison. Haven't seen anyone using these in Pikal orientation yet (point down). Seems like they'd function quite well for FMA. 🗡️👍🗡️

[@scotopicvision]

It was originally taught this way. You can see it in the old Shivworks Spyderco PKal videos. Plus it’s still taught in his classes

[@generalmaximuspatton6909]

All well and good.....HOWEVER.... for those of us who simply want a "backup to our backup" in the way of a knife and who are not using someone else's money (ie. law enforcement, military etc.) to buy these little gems with a basic price of $95 to $120 dollars for much less actual material and workmanship than your average Buck belt knife -THEN addiing another $40 to $50 dollars to make it "combat effective" in your opinion just makes it clear to me that I'll be going another direction completely. This is essentially a "gimmick" knife sold on the name of the designer's resume that for me has some serious potential risks of harming the user just based on its blade configuration that get overlooked. I can get a serrated law enforcement model of the Ka Bar TDI for less than $50 total that will serve most purposes just fine.

[@keysersoze1537]

I came to the same conclusion before seeing this comment lol TDI all the way

[@juxtaposition7904]

I like the TDI knives too. The sheaths are absolute 💩 but the blades themselves are good. There’s some very well made after market sheaths that aren’t going to bust your wallet as well so I agree it’s a much more budget friendly option. The same problem with Tkell knives. Beautiful weapons but out of my price range so it’s TDI Pocket Point instead. I will say this about the clinch pick . They’re extremely concealable and not a gimmick as you state in really confined spaces like behind the wheel in a car. But I get your point (no pun intended). Usually they’d be less effective than any TDI knife.

[@bigdonut-pt5gx]

My problem with the clinch pick is that it's a one trick pony. So Just assume for a second that an attacker doesn't immediately try to get on top of you instead they use range to their advantage and just stab and cut you not giving you the chance to grab them. You'd be done if all you have was this knife.

[@BeeHiverson]

TLDR. Luckily No one is making you buy this knife.

[@axm2689]

It's obvious many/most of you have not been in many, if any, real world scuffles.

[@kennethdykes5367]

Still offer tjis service? Looked on the site but didn’t see an option for clinch pick

[@Scout339th]

I would love to know how you cut and texture the grips, if you are willing to share. If you aren't, you think going at one wit ha dremel and some patience would work, or does the material of the handle not do well?

[@zulubravokydex2995]

You can definitely do it with a dremel, when I first started I used one. It works, but I definitely get nicer and more effective results with my grinder.

[@Scout339th]

@@zulubravokydex2995 Thank you for the reply! You just allowed me to justify my purchase of the Pick.

[@heymr-matthewmaier]

Now I know what I would like to have done to my clinch pick lol.

[@SortaDopeIGuess]

Textured knife handle w a dremel. Cmon folks. DIY.

[@zulubravokydex2995]

That is certainly an option, though not everyone has the equipment for it or comfortable tackling that. I get much better results now that I do this with a 2x72.

[@ghostcruiser2370]

Do you do this mod on V2 Clinch Picks as well?

[@zulubravokydex2995]

GhostCruiser23 yep, can be done to any of them. The V2 still benefits from it.

[@ghostcruiser2370]

@@zulubravokydex2995 what's your email so i can place an order for modification

[@seanvierkandt2617]

@@zulubravokydex2995 I have a v2.0 who would I talk to for upgrades?

[@jrocket092887]

Are you still offering these services at this time? If so does it make any difference which variation of clinch pick I decide to purchase, for the purpose of accomplishing your mods?

[@arthurbooth6844]

Can I just buy a completed pick from you or do I need to send one

[@samrogers2282]

Great break down!

[@Anonymous8317]

Very nice work.

[@robertverduzco4351]

Where can I buy a China pick

[@andrehawk100]

You didn't speak about the other edge on the last knife?

[@zulubravokydex2995]

What?

[@daxmafesi]

I always thought it wasn’t a great design from moment I saw it.

[@zulubravokydex2995]

It really is a great design, but it does benefit from a few mods. I carried one for many years.

[@daxmafesi]

But a double edged knife do everything that the Clinch pick can do

[@zulubravokydex2995]

Sure, but not everyone can carry a DE. The particular size and carry location are part of what make the CP work so well.

[@Flyfisher79]

How do we get info on getting a knife modified?

[@zulubravokydex2995]

David Schirado hey man, just shoot me an email

[@Flyfisher79]

What's your Email address?

[@zulubravokydex2995]

zulubravokydex(at)gmail

[@RabbiSteve]

@@zulubravokydex2995 thank you

[@egoleathergoodsnc4770]

Dope info brother, the last knife seems a tad 1.5cm longer is that true of the scales make it seem longer

[@zulubravokydex2995]

When I made the new scales for the reground CP, I lengthened them a bit for more gripping area.

[@sd3gunner]

in ur opinion is the Ban Tang version worth the HUGE price diff for the better blade steel?

[@zulubravokydex2995]

It’s not just better steel, Ban’s grinds are going to make for a *much* better cutting tool. The China Picks are a great value, but Ban’s work is EXCELLENT. “Worth it” is always hard to determine for someone else. The China picks are a very functional piece, but they are better, IMO, with a few mods. Ban makes objectively better knives, but the skill and experience to make those better pieces comes with a price tag.

[@scoobarsteve7948]

still do these mods?

[@zulubravokydex2995]

Scoobar Steve yep!

[@scoobarsteve7948]

Zulu Bravo Kydex can I get an email to get in contact to get information on cost and what I gotta do to get these mods done, I emailed before on your site but haven’t heard back

[@zulubravokydex2995]

Scoobar Steve Sorry, I must have missed that email. If you don’t mind, shoot me another and I’ll get you taken care of!

[@aryanbairagi4925]

why does this cost like 200

[@hadensettle6568]

I need your information please!

[@John-dp7um]

I love the shape of the knife, wish there was a more practical version with the sharpened edge on the other side

[@RabbiSteve]

That’s an interesting perspective. That’s what I first thought when I first learned about this knife. But I thought that the reason that the sharpening is on the flat side, had to do with the close quarters application upon drawing the blade. Tell me more about why that is incorrect.

[@LiveforHM]

@@RabbiSteve i think the maker of the clinch pick only made it single edge to comply with laws across the country

[@RabbiSteve]

@@LiveforHM I think you’re right. And that’s why I want one. Because I can’t have other knives I really want (like for example, a longer auto knife, or double-sided blade. Nor for practical use or EDC, but just because a) I collect knives and b) because we should be able to have and carry anything. 2A covers *ALL* arms - not just firearms), and this knife is both practical, a nice work of blade craft and legal here in Commiefornia. Pretty sure you’re right.

[@LiveforHM]

@@RabbiSteve doesnt california prohibit concealed fixed blades like the clinch pick?

[@TexasReaper92]

It’s not a slashing knife, it’s a sticker/ripper. It’s purposely designed to have bald edge on inside/top of knife for pulling away and ripping. It’s a space maker!

[@bhines9928]

So buy clinch pick and sand it awesome

[@cbroz7492]

..looks like the Cold Steel Roach Belly...

[@IronMongoose1]

Price for regrind at this time?

[@Jeremy_Walker]

4:50

[@RonSwanson1]

@@Jeremy_Walker I think he meant a price on the blade regrind, taking the blade thickness down behind the edge.

[@bmk506]

Why are your hands so sweaty

[@wonkachocolates6133]

That blade design begs to slice a thump to the bone...No Bueno..!!

[@zulubravokydex2995]

Don’t drop a thumb on top. Reverse edge knives are a thing.

[@larrywhorrall5459]

Can you PM me in messenger on