Cold Steel Showdown AD10 vs 4Max

[@deeboy5588]

Dude!! You could no doubt sell ice to an Eskimo. Picked up the AD 10 and love it! Thanks for another great vid!

[@ericearley3146]

Polish the blade with 0000 steel wool and flitz and easily removes the stonewash look and becomes shiny. Takes 15 minutes😊

[@TheStratman007]

Choosing an EDC is dependent on the clothing you wear. I'm in the middle of winter in the Adirondacks just south of Canada. I wear big pocket coats. The 4 Max goes with me. I carry backup knives in other pockets. When it warms up, I carry Recon 1 blades.

[@Greg_M308]

Very logical and thorough comparison as usual. Thanks!

[@usmcgrunt02]

Kevin, I subbed to your channel and find your knife reviews some of the best out there. To the point without the extra pomp that we don’t need. Cold Steel has been killing it lately with these Demko designs. Can’t wait to see what he comes out with next!

[@petercardona1559]

I own both and love them! I do tend to favor the 10 in terms of how of I carry it because the Max isn't so much a knife as it is a pocket machete.

[@jerseyknifeguy6382]

Yeah Kevin as soon as I got my AD10 now I want them all....... I love them what happened to me wow I'm a cold steel fan boy!!!!!!

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

they are addictive so many good models

[@IndianaJoe0321]

Pg R: don't forget the Recon 1 (beast), the Bushman Folding Knife (super beast), and their SRK fixed blade!

[@TheStratman007]

That AD10 is one very fine folder. Cold Steel has defeated many knives 2,3, and 4 x the price. I've got a $40 CS Talwar that defeated a $250 Benchmade Bedlam.

[@rickeybullington68]

@@Kevinclearysharpstuff I've got to start saveing my money and get me a cold steel knife .witch cold steel knife should I get frist because it's going to be a while be fore I can get me another one .great video.

[@roel.vinckens]

@@rickeybullington68 Same here, I'm still on the fence between AD10 and AD15. If I could buy it in hollow grind I would definitely go for the AD10.

[@kenmarapese9085]

I agreed with everything you said regarding the AD10 and hollow grinds. Something you didn't mention is that the AD10 has that fun factor, it sounds great and you can finger flick it! I wouldn't be surprised if the second batch goes faster than the first! The AD10 is my early favorite for knife of the year.

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

It has a great action for sure and yeah no doubt this one makes the best of 2019 list

[@richardrudy2834]

Both are awesome, but I had to get the ultimate hunter. I love this knife. Great video bud thanks.

[@earlhamlette7030]

The AD10, usually sell for $190.00 dollars but, you can find them on ebay between $143.00 to $200.00, got mine for $146.00, and I’m very happy with the price, outstanding knife/ tool, you said it all in the video good job, I will subscribe too your channel.

[@TylerWest0]

Amazing review. Keep on doing what you're doing brother.

[@josepmariaaguascaribot9239]

I appreciate much the curved edge, close to tanto, of the AD-10 spear point blade.

[@rSend22]

Alright Mr Kevin Cleary, I would love to see a comparison review video on the Cold Steel SR1, AD10, Bush Ranger, and Ultimate Hunter and any other bushcrafty style knives from Cold Steel or other manufacturers that you consider strong and tanky, but still very comfortable and usable in hand. Maybe cutting tests, sharpness, edge retention, blade steels, strength and so on. I really look forward to seeing your video. Top banana dude. Cheers

[@dofler]

Guys, like Kevin said, they are both great. if u have to have one , buy the 4 max. It is not a lot bigger than ad10, very comfy in the hand, better steel and slightly stronger. If u don't have the money , buy the ad 10, ur missing almost nothing, great knife , cuts like a dream. If you have the money, buy both, I bet they will be the benchmark for future folder strengths and usability

[@lucasramos4000]

no Brasil o MAX é 25% mais barato que o AD10, acha que devo ir no MAX ?

[@Baruch-Hashem]

Thank You, great reviews as always.

[@VT2NY]

I’ve been wanting to see this comparison!

[@geoffwatson8007]

Excellent my friend. Some great points!

[@standodge5536]

I bought the AD10. Liked it so much I gave one to my friend for Christmas gift. You can beat that knife and still skin an animal if you wanted. The pocket clip is about the only thing that kinda gets on the nerves with it’s shape. It’s super stiff and super wide.

[@nobodysreview6137]

People saying the 4Max has tiny hardware. The handle screws screw into steel cylinders and those are mechanicly strong the way they are designed. There isnt shering force on the screws like you think.

[@BigShay1977]

The AD-10's weight is very well balanced, that's why it doesn't feel as heavy as it is.

[@roel.vinckens]

DBK tested the AD10 as they test fixed blades. Batoning and all. Check it out! They even hammered it true a brick... Result, in their words: Unbreakable.

[@jerseyknifeguy6382]

Couldn't have come at a better time after buying my AD10 I love it so much now I'm buying the 4max....... I know you love yours!!!!!

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

yes I do

[@IHATEJEREMYMOCK]

Do it! I got an ad15, and ordered the 4max and ad10 2 days later... lets just say, im excited for you and have never met you... enjoy

[@joeymaximus8146]

​@IHATEJEREMYMOCK it has been some time now. Which is your favorite, and which do you use the most?

[@chrisdolin1859]

Would love to see the comparison on these along with the AD15...!

[@joeymaximus8146]

I would love to see that too! That AD 15 is really sharp! Pun intended 😎

[@CaptDavesSportfishing]

I have a 4 max in grey, and want a AD10. I want da' brotha's! I think the ad10 is actually better.

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

yeah these make a great pair

[@TheStratman007]

I own both...I cannot say one is better. I wouldn't sell or trade either one. My 4 MAX is nothing short of phenomenal.

[@ronaldsosa56]

Well the ad10 is way cheaper and they preform the same.

[@TylerWest0]

I agree, the AD-10 is the better EDC blade. Plus, those ergonomics are incredible. 4-Max is a great blade too.

[@brr8888]

I love mine. Demko is a genius.

[@johnnorris1615]

thats what i said when i got my rajah 2

[@marc31415]

what is your situational carry for the 4max?

[@dalecarpenter8828]

I carry knives to see how they carry ! I tried the 4max scout ( the 4 max was a grail knife and I carried the buck 110 religiously )but if I carried the 4 max I would have to have a shoulder strap to hold my belt up !

[@IHATEJEREMYMOCK]

Get the trifecta folks, its the only way to reach your full knife potential.

[@JoeSteel1]

The AD10 is my everyday carry blade the Max is just to impress people..lol...great videos

[@crichaelmisty6555]

AD10 Liners are heat treated aluminum.

[@ShelbyvsViper]

Which are really good!

[@rickeybullington68]

Kevin I love the music in the opening of your videos .were did you find that music at . And bythe way those are some cool cold steel knifes you have their.

[@RWong-wn3pv]

Steel on aluminum contact is no big deal IF the proper lubrication is used. Needless to say proper un/scheduled care is important.

[@WillEDC]

Did you reprofile your 4max. I’m surprised you say the cutting is so good. The factory edge was so so. It’s better after reprofiling a bit shallower

[@katfish4052]

Best knife reviewer imho

[@nobodysreview6137]

Cold Steel, make a 4Max with alluminum liners and a hollow grind blade. Bet it takes the weight down near 8oz.

[@psteve69]

Sr1 vs ad10

[@swamp.stomper]

Hey Kevin. I have heard you mention DLT Trading in reference to shipping from US to Canada. Would you buy folders through DLT with confidence? I’m in Nova Scotia.

[@oklikeuknow4827]

Good review

[@diceedc5035]

Thanks for the video! I have the 4Max. Hey, it's really nice, but daaaamn it's big enough that it mostly has novelty value. Now, how about Rat-1 vs AD10?

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

I like the ad 10 way more than the rat 1 but there is a major price difference

[@bulbchangingmonkey]

Both the answer is both!

[@bulbchangingmonkey]

Have both and omg I couldn't be happier

[@rafaelterrazas9957]

I EDC THE 4MAX SOUT, I EDC THE ITALIAN 4MAX TO BACK UP THE SCOUT, AND I EDC THE ESPADA XL TO BACK UP THE FIRST TWO. I'M COVERED.

[@jerseyknifeguy6382]

I also want the SR1 as well now........ Is that easy to carry?

[@Damen0530]

Pg R - the SR1 is a solid blade, both the clip point and tanto

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

easier than the 4max about the same as the ad10

[@davidterry3288]

Awesome thanks.

[@DTA-3_16]

I’ve been carrying a 4 max scout everyday and it is a beast, it’s a BIG knife but it carries as good as all the “inferior” built knives lol

[@dofler]

I am not disliking it by any means but As much as I like big folders, the 4-Max is beyond a folder and it will never be a fixed blade like a Becker BK-2. I want to like it but I just don’t get it other than wanting it. I may still end up buying it but won’t ever use it.

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

It is big and bulky for sure

[@Guncleana]

Is the pocket clip on the 4max removable?

[@usmcgrunt02]

Guncleana yep!

[@sharpgrail9506]

I love both and will never ever sell them. They are both awesome knives 👍

[@dalecarpenter8828]

I would take xhp instead of s30v because you have to sharpen s30v as much as 440c !

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

yeah I like xhp too but apparently cold steel cant get it any more

[@scotteger6271]

Its S35VN on the AD10, not S30V

[@rdolan2]

I just referenced the Cold Steel AD 10. It is currently $179.00 USD and the Cold Steel 4Max is $359.00 USD. I looked up prices at Knifecenter.com, which generally has good prices and great service. No, I'm not affiliated with them, but have dropped a chunck of change with them over the years.

[@speakeasydoorman4966]

4Max Scout $80 New/Ebay

[@zero2three1]

You're no Jimislash but a great showdown! :P

[@bettss4597]

I agree. Kevin's videos are better

[@zero2three1]

@@bettss4597 Don't know about "better" but Jimislash is super duper enthusiastic. Both (many others too) are cool guys.

[@bettss4597]

@@zero2three1 to me he is. To each his own right? I don't know about going onto someone's channel and telling someone their vids are not as good as someone else's tho... But I guess to each his own right?

[@zero2three1]

@@bettss4597 How old are you betts? Just curious. I'm 47. Anyhow, I wasn't being mean spirited at all. Quite the contrary. Although my statement, on the surface, reads as if I'm saying one reviewer is better than the other, but it wasn't meant to be taken literally. I think Kevin, and Jimislash, would understand this.

[@IndianaJoe0321]

Kevin's videos are waaaaay better

[@williamthomas5780]

The AD10 liners are aluminum. Not Steel. I love it but yeah. I keep hearing reviewers saying that they're stainless steel liners. Nope.

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

Yeah I figured it out after I did pin a comment about it

[@williamthomas5780]

@@Kevinclearysharpstuff Oh... My sorry. I missed the pin. I would've thought they'd be Stainless. I'm glad I found out after I bought it because I really like it and might not have pulled the trigger knowing that it has aluminum liners. Thank you for the reply.

[@dalecarpenter8828]

The 4 max has tiny hardware ???

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

not really

[@lymedog3176]

Kevin, These knife production people Andrew Demco or who ever are out of their gourd charging 850+ for a knife…. Like I told Metal Complex…. The materials that the knife is made of , doesn’t justify the marked up price. I know MC got a little offended when I said that , but it’s common sense. Just because someone puts their name on it , doesn’t make the end justify the means. Yes the cost of an AD 10 , 4max scout or bench made griptillion can be justified,but not 900+!

[@HDFATBOY55]

good job

[@dalecarpenter8828]

Both of them remind me of the code 4 !

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

yeah code 4 is a demcoish looking knife

[@thomasgohring2404]

I hate hollow grins!

[@krazykat64]

Thomas Göhring You’re in luck then. CS changed the AD-10 to a flat grind at one point for some unknown reason. Probably production cost. 🤷‍♂️

[@roel.vinckens]

Why?

[@larryrosen2984]

AD10 is$ 180

[@dalecarpenter8828]

The weight of the 4max will make you leave it home ass well ass the price ! What was the price for the ad10 ? See that isn't custom stupid high priced !!

[@johnnorris1615]

custom knives start at 6 or 700 dollars. and go up from there. usually over a thousand.

[@armenarakelian9876]

I have the cold steel SR1, I think it’s FAR superior than these knives. No disrespect, I just think the SR1 is a masterpiece, not perfect but incredible. :)

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

The SR1 is okay as long as you don't need to cut stuff with your knife.

[@armenarakelian9876]

@@Kevinclearysharpstuff I’m definitely going to disagree as I use it on a daily basis and it’s incredible.

[@cormacvandermeulen7156]

Ok. I’m off the fence. I’m getting the AD 10

[@johnmutton799]

The 4 Max is over twice the price in the UK, to the AD10. Same scales and the liners, just a extra 1mm in the thickness of steel. And slightly bigger. £375.00 compared to 173.00! Total rip off! You can buy 2 AD 10 and get change! I know what I bought! 3× Recon 1!

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

Its twice the price in Canada as well the 4 max is not a knife for everyone

[@jackmehoff7430]

Actually, 4max liners are Titanium so is the big chunk backspacer, it’s titanium as well. Blade is also 20CV for the discontinued version and S35VN for new version. Triad lock is much thicker and can withstand 800+ lbs of strain before failure. The AD is a superb knife, but it is not a 4max. $400 for 4 max is a bargain.

[@dalecarpenter8828]

just got the 4max scout for $95.00 !! the liners are not required ! just pur a think piece of G10 ! 10"of knife with a 4 " blade ! ridiculous ! I want the 6max with the same size handle ! and G10 handle with no ueless liners ! super steel is all hype !

[@BigShay1977]

Damn it Kevin, it's all your fault. You've turned me into a Cold Steel fanboy. BTW...I'm sending you my credit card bill.

[@bulbchangingmonkey]

Kevin has sure had an impact on me as well... Thanks Kev!

[@speedygonzales9993]

4-Max is better when the Covid-19 UNDEAD zombies attack. Prefer the 4-Max SCOUT version.

[@dalecarpenter8828]

when my fingers are in the bargain I'll take the triad !!!

[@dalecarpenter8828]

the hardware is way too tiny ! and liners are not needed !

[@dalecarpenter8828]

take a hundred pounds off the lock spring and you have a fidgit knife !

[@dalecarpenter8828]

Custom price for a cnc machine production clone ! The very reason I collect clones of stupid high priced cnc production clones !!

[@Kevinclearysharpstuff]

not sure I follow you on this comment

[@scotteger6271]

Are you saying $180 for an AD10 is custom price? When the customs are like $1200...its a big old chunk of S35VN for the price to be honest.

[@roel.vinckens]

Burn, burn and ...burn. Please, do yourself a favor and check out actual info before writing a comment.