CRKT Ruger LCK - Budget Knife of the Year?

[@BirdShotIV]

shrsl.com/vyx6 ^^ Get the Ruger LCK from bladehq (Using this link supports our channel, thank you!)

[@tonypatey5669]

For that price, you order and ask questions later. Sounds smooth. Thanks, Tony

[@williamjc7195]

beauty ! love the monochrome look. the blade/handle shapes are quite pleasing to my old eyes.

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks for watching!

[@Longlivetherepubli]

I have two , really the only difference is the detent one is flawless the other is still really good. Great action sharp as hell. Thanks for the advice!

[@thomash4578]

This is my new EDC. Small and easy to carry Blade is good enough for me and easy to sharpen And the price can't be beat

[@SteveKluver]

Thanks you two. This is, a very good looking knife. For sure. I'm a deep-carry clip kind of guy. So with this knife. I won't have to spend more money on it, for a clip. Which I often do, over on Etsy. At Pops Custom Clips. This choil, puts a big smile on my face too!

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks Steve!

[@TheKnifeBeater]

Thanks for the video. This thing is just begging for an inset liner lock. I know it's a minor detail, but I really like the black liners. Too many knives out there with all black hardware, yet the liners remain satin. Not a good look.

[@tacticoolkid4957]

the grip mirrors the cocking serrations on the lcp 2 and the security 9

[@Lokahi-fo-life]

Just got mine today, really liking it. I might need to buy a couple more, because I can see myself carrying this a lot.

[@BirdShotIV]

awesome, good to hear!

[@BazonBlades]

I want to buy one of these just to put an edge on. Looks like it would be a joy to sharpen. And 8cr will take a crazy edge. Won't hold it for long, but damn will it get sharp.

[@BirdShotIV]

agreed Baz! Nice edge you did on that Ganzo btw

[@BazonBlades]

BirdShot IV, thanks. That was a Ganzo that Paddy sent me from Ireland. It turned out pretty well. Another good learning experience.

[@brucemcconnell1467]

8cr steel is ok if you occasionally use a ceramic rod and strop. No big deal. The LCK looks like a great gentlemans blade. Nice video,

[@BirdShotIV]

agreed, thanks Bruce!

[@andrewhaley8992]

You guys sold me on this one, I have been looking at it for a while. I don't mind 8cr13mov at all, stropes easily. Thanks guys.

[@goobon]

Gonna have to pick this one up alongside the Tighe Tic Tac Two Toed Tiger Tanto. Love the design of both of them. Really enjoy all my CRKTs even if they're all 8Cr13MoV.

[@BirdShotIV]

lol thanks for watching!

[@EdwardFeenman]

Eeeek! A gun! Demonetized! So as of about 10 minutes ago the K20c s2k lives... Yeah I should be putting my bumper on and taking it out for a pull, but I saw a birdshot video and decided to take a minute... S2k type R build video coming... Soon ish... I'll make sure to include the We Eschaton cutting radiator hose footage, a testament to it's hard work use ability.

[@BirdShotIV]

haha that will be awesome!

[@devjock]

Hey, you can pick on the lefties all day. We southpaws learn to cope in a rightie world. I can write with both hands now :) I'm still gonna get this one, even though the pocket clip placement is less than ideal.. Just gotta force myself to work more on my right hand deployment strength, and this one looks like just the ticket. You know me, I'm a happy camper when the fit and finish is in line with the functionality. Simplicity is elegance, and all that jazz.. Thanks for sharing folks, another great one for the collection!

[@BirdShotIV]

lol thanks for watching!

[@nicolasshaffer3161]

When you brought up the weather, I thought Welcome to Illinois/Indiana. Have a good one, hopefully we don't get any snow Sunday like we are supposed to.

[@BirdShotIV]

Wouldn't be surprised!

[@ronsnapp7262]

Just found one for 15 bones, great video. Thanks guys

[@superman1971zzz]

Hey Bird do you know over at DHgate website the crkt Ruger LCK they're using your thumbnail for this video as there advertised picture! Just thought I would let you know incase you didn't know.

[@eric9925]

Love the deep carry clip!!!!

[@BirdShotIV]

it’s well done for sure

[@johnscarborough4746]

Even has a nice deep clip, this sure looks like a winner.

[@BirdShotIV]

it really is John, thanks for watching and commenting!

[@TurfSurf]

This was one of the few knives I liked at the ShowShow 2017, and I shot a video too for my channel.

[@jasonbeymer4025]

Greetings from Bloomington! I found your videos when searching for Ganzo knives. You two are very entertaining, and have helped me spend a lot of $$. :)

[@BirdShotIV]

Greetings from Indianapolis! Our pleasure to help spend your money! Lol! -Frankie

[@korbendallas9722]

Damn that looks like a solid blade. Don’t own any CRKT knives but it looks like that’s about to change. Plus it won’t hurt having more LCK on my side lol thanks guys!!!

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks man!

[@juniormeyer27]

If only crkt would go up a level in materials. Either way love my minimalist but have to sharpen it every other day. Great video as always birdshot family warm weather is on the way! Much love from Columbus OH

[@BirdShotIV]

thank you for the support!

[@blitzbbffl]

Glad to see you two enjoying a little bit of spring by your lake. The grip on ur LCR looks comfy. I gave up inexpensive flippers for Lent, so now I'm ready...leaning towards that Kershaw Atmos. Btw, I did pick up one CRKT/Rugger colab - the Windage and have been very happy with it... interesting contoured aluminum scales provide great ergos! If you two are interested in doing a review - I'd be happy to donate a Windage to ur channel.

[@BirdShotIV]

we'd love to check it out, thank you for the offer!

[@blitzbbffl]

BirdShot IV - Done! Order placed via BHQ w/USPS Priority to ur PO Box. Btw, also requested a Bird drawing! :)

[@jodybessert2419]

Got mine yesterday and I dig it!! Nice little knife!

[@BirdShotIV]

awesome, thanks for watching Jody!

[@rbs1889]

Thank you for this review! I'm loving that blade shape, and in black it looks awesome. Seems like a slim, easy carry. Cheers!

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks Ron!

[@cameronutt6383]

Ruger is one of my favorite gun companies, for revolvers especially, and the LCR is a sweet .22 (I don't have one, but I have a Ruger 10-.22). My other two are Smith and Wesson (lot of good revolvers, 686 is my favorite). And Chiappa because the Rhino 200ds has been my carry choice for a while (it's a .357 that kicks like a .38 special +p...what's not to love about that). As for the knife, I don't have much experience with CRKT, mostly been buying higher end knives lately (Koenig Arius was my latest purchase *spoiler alert* buy one like NOW if you can, I love it). I bought the Razel a long time ago (because it's the only John Graham that I'm likely to ever find, and can afford). The Razel is far from perfect, but it makes a great work/home improvement/toolbox knife, so I really like it for that. I personally think that John Graham needs to do a collaboration with WE, Kizer or best of all ZT (on washers to maximize hard use utility, thumbstuds or flipper doesn't matter either way it would be a SWEET knife). Great video as always.

[@BirdShotIV]

good stuff, thanks Cameron!

[@meloncholy4924]

I am loving that blade shape.

[@BirdShotIV]

same here. We probably should also get the drop point though

[@Gpknives]

Great overview. The LCK is an excellent platform. Big fan of the modified Wharncliffe/reverse Tanto and great bang for the buck. I would love to see a slightly upgraded version that was more on par with the Crossbones.

[@BirdShotIV]

thank you GPK!!

[@88chevyiroc]

That is a sweet crkt, great video as usual!

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks for the kind words!

[@seanschmidt7195]

What a coincidence. I just bought that same blade out of the blue on Amazon yesterday for 23 bucks. Great minds think alike

[@BirdShotIV]

awesome Sean, let us know what you think!

[@dreamerweaver]

Just got one, love it.

[@jodybessert2419]

Love the looks of that knife!! Ordering one right now!!!

[@BirdShotIV]

let us know what you think Jody!

[@bubbapeppers4354]

Great job guys! Another CRKT/Ruger knife with a similar size/heft to the HOOTENANNY (Frankie inflection intended) is the Ken Onion design CRKT/Ruger Hollow Point +P... a few dollars more, IKBS Bearings and Persian blade. Keep laughing!

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks Bubba!

[@jesf570]

Just got my reverse tanto blacked out LCK. I would pay premium cashola for a Sprint run super steel bearings LCK. CRKT make it HAPPEN !!!!! I love this knife but I want the premium version !!

[@peterbalames9815]

Hi kids :-) ordered this LCK while listening to your review and cant wait to get it. Then today 04/14/2018 i saw Nick Shabazz review it to which he also mentioned you both in. I want you both to know I always listen to your great reviews and I usually almost always :-) purchase the blades that you say are excellent.

[@BirdShotIV]

awesome, thank you Peter!

[@JoshSmith-md8cd]

This time I closed the door, but y'all got me spending money before I have money

[@BirdShotIV]

this time it was pretty clean lol

[@ohioknifelover]

Honestly I think the LCK in the reverse tanto blade style looks better! Theres just something about seeing the blade’s edge that makes it stand out! Especially if it gets a mirror edge!

[@BirdShotIV]

I should put a mirror on this one, wouldn't take too long

[@ohioknifelover]

You should! Also, I find 8Cr13MoV to be a good steel and it takes a pretty nice polish with my strop! My Kershaw Thermite has a mirror edge on it and I like it!

[@BirdShotIV]

yep, 8Cr is fun that way

[@Spectre1979]

I've had the drop point satin LCK since the week it was released. I've also got two Fraxions which I've swapped clips around with another Kershaws so I've got deep carry clips and I've got a Kershaw Method as well. I like them all, but this LCK knocked it out of the park. Super action, super detent (and no Hitler detent on it at all). Overall I am beyond happy with this knife. CRKT really came through!

[@BirdShotIV]

agreed, great feedback!

[@jackfarmboy]

This one caught my eye in your last video. That style is the better one. A beauty for sure.

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks for watching Jack!

[@Tenskwatawa4U]

I like that Ruger, and I'm not generally a revolver fan. Eagerly awiting your review of the Kershaw Dividend in M390! It's on my shopping list to get by summer.

[@BirdShotIV]

hey, it's a Dividend in M390, what else can we say? :D

[@Tenskwatawa4U]

I bet you can come up with something good!

[@arie1293]

Kudos to Ruger! I wonder how much design input they actually had though. Is this the first gun maker branded knife to be designed by a professional custom knife maker?

[@Gillysaurxx]

Great camping food prep knife

[@WeekendWarrior604]

I was ready to get the Crossbones but this is definitely the one to get... I have the Ruger-CRKT 2 Stage and it is a little too bulky when wearing my slacks... thanks for the review☺️

[@BirdShotIV]

that's great, thanks for watching!

[@grumpyoldwizard]

Kind of a Benchmade 940 you can use without caring if it gets scratched or worn.

[@edrader]

only drawback is the steel. i'll go for the ruike P865 instead

[@jimhebrank74]

Already ordered it 2 minutes into your review. Now I need to get a Ruger LCR. I'm thinking the 2" in .327 mag.

[@BirdShotIV]

they compliment each other nicely!

[@ewbeal]

Love the LCK! Thanks for reviewing. I also like the other LCK drop point with the satin finish. Both are pretty damn sexy!

[@BirdShotIV]

we may still get the drop point as well, thanks Eric!

[@davidmayle6103]

I've always liked this one. May have to add it to the collection.

[@BirdShotIV]

for $27 you may be impressed, thanks David!

[@arie1293]

I'm a semi-ambidextrous lefty so right hand only don't bother me. In fact I keep my phone in my left pocket and don't want a knife in there to scratch it. Lol, I do switch hands though after opening it sometimes.

[@charlesfox9580]

I like it. Will be getting one soon. Just what I needed. Thanks 😖

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks for watching!

[@JesseCohen]

I am very torn between the all black design of this guy and the sleek slimness of the CEO, for roughly the same price. Tough call. Thanks for the vid!

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks for watching!

[@Lokahi-fo-life]

Totally agree with you guys, only real down side is the steel. However, at under $30 I don’t mind. I love the look, all black, very sleek, looks like the perfect gentlemen’s carry. Actually, I’m trying what to finish my cart with to get the free shipping also; I guess it’s going in the cart. Thanks, keep up the good work. Don’t you think Nick sounds like the guy who does the zyppah anti snore device commercial 😂😂😂.

[@BirdShotIV]

lol about Nick

[@pop4803]

Always seem to be asking but I respect your opinions which do you like better the lack, fraction or the method and have you checked crkt caligo? Thanks Harry

[@BirdShotIV]

no Caligo yet. The Fraxion is my fav between those, I think Frankie as well

[@beaupoopoo7542]

I remember when the safety check things were a big deal! Never understood

[@BirdShotIV]

lol thanks Beau

[@Cannibal_Actual]

Well I guess we will hear the good bad and ugly tomorrow.

[@BirdShotIV]

either tomorrow or Saturday, I'm not positive now lol

[@magicdave93]

That new CRKT looks the business but I wish they would do a mid range version like Kizer, mind you for the money you can’t go wrong. Us lefty ‘s have a lot of talent you know lol. Great video and there’s nothing wrong with blowing your load to early Frankie!! 😂🤣

[@BirdShotIV]

lol thanks David!

[@evshrug]

Well wait, the Tangram knives from Kizer aren’t even in the running? Maybe this CRKT has a longer blade, maybe CRKT and Kershaw are US companies, but the Tangrams seemed like winners in your past vids?

[@BirdShotIV]

Oh, yeah the Tangrams will be in the running :) - frankie

[@docoluv9]

Love my hootenanny... My first flipper because of y'all... I wanna get the steel will the rat 1 and 2 and the 940

[@moisesaspres3686]

Yikes, wrong Ruger. The lines of the knife scales match the serrations of the LCP2 and Rugers new Security 9. But I get it who doesn't love the LCR.

[@267bobster]

Recommend it for box cutting? I work at dicks sporting goods and am constantly dealing with annoying thick boxes

[@BirdShotIV]

if you cut boxes a lot you might consider something more substantial like the Steel Will CutJack or Rat 1 D2

[@ek_films]

Have you guys seen the new Kershaw Flock? It looks a little generic but it's 14c28n for 25 bucks on BladeHQ. Great video. Keep it up

[@BirdShotIV]

will check it out

[@ek_films]

Well, eff. I just looked and they're out of stock.

[@ek_films]

Sorry I'm a tardo it's a disc model I didn't read it carefully

[@ShenaniGunLongColt]

amazing video quality! what camera you using?

[@BirdShotIV]

nothing too special but thank you!

[@conductorcammon]

I dig it....wish it was at least D2.

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks Aaron

[@paulrayl9470]

I personally don't mind 8cr13. Like you say it sharpens up easily.

[@Tenskwatawa4U]

And sharpens. And sharpens, and sharpens....

[@new2survival]

I got a copy but the steel was 9cr18mov

[@RoguePreparedness]

Looks like a slick knife

[@BirdShotIV]

we bet you'd like it Morgan

[@SparrowAg]

Non assisted- nice to see. Hey there!

[@BirdShotIV]

hey, good to hear from you!

[@angusvanhalen2886]

I think a kwaiken banged a carter prime & pooped out that thing. Crkt does some pretty decent stuff. HOOTENANNY!!

[@BirdShotIV]

haha thanks Angus

[@wysurvivor]

Frankie personal question do you knife's stink after being in your boot?

[@BirdShotIV]

Nope, my feet don’t stink, they always smell like roses. 🙂 how I wear them is with tall boots and clip them on the top edge cuff near my calf so actually they never smell -Frankie

[@wysurvivor]

BirdShot IV haha i knew that just busting your chops. I'm a big smart ass, heavy on the ass

[@tw2034]

Can you review the Smith and Wesson M&P single action otf? No one has done one yet! :(

[@BirdShotIV]

possibly, never seen one up close

[@tw2034]

BirdShot IV the new 2018 models look more contoured and pocket friendly. I was going to get one, but at least bladehq.com either doesn't have them yet or they are sold out :(. Thanks for the awesome videos, guys! Keep up the great work! :)

[@tw2034]

BirdShot IV that would be great!

[@jjjjjoeeeeee]

Lightweight cool revolver! is it assisted?

[@BirdShotIV]

Nice! Nope, not assisted, just good detent :) -Frankie

[@garrisonlewis9631]

I know how you guys feel about the weather because ours is going from 20s or 30s to 80. Lol

[@BirdShotIV]

yep, very similar!

[@bp-hx9ts]

One thing Crkt is okay at is is pumping out a lot of cheap designs

[@BirdShotIV]

and every now and then we get a winner like this

[@Jamseyboi]

Looks like CRKT answer to the Kershaw Fatback

[@BirdShotIV]

a little, ya

[@beardedbassist8347]

Have y’all ever reviewed the lionsteel kur?

[@BirdShotIV]

they look great but we haven't handled any yet

[@Eric_Schon]

Reverse tanto or wharncliffe???? Great looking knive

[@GoldBold563]

Eric Schon im gonna go with reverse tanto. Bit to much belly for a wharncliffe.

[@valkyriesurvives5109]

Wharnie blades dont have any belly so this is more of a reverse tanto

[@koloec94]

shepsfootish wharncliffe

[@louiskoestner4337]

How does it compare to the ruger follow thru tanto also by crkt?

[@cavedog1279]

Ahh yes, 8cr13mov. The reason I stopped buying CRKT. It sucks too since this is a neat design, really wish they would offer it in at least D2.

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks for watching!

[@whocares3986]

Looks like a bigger Kershaw Hotwire. I like it.

[@r1w3d]

Bob Snyder I was thinking the same thing. It's a more attractive better sized hotwire.

[@nightsquats]

I paused the vid at 1:58 to mention that, as chance would have it I had a Hotwire in front of me at the time, glad I wasn't the only one (edit)= I can dig the choil and deeper clip, probably have to pick this up just for the sake of giving it a shot!

[@kyro3791]

Heyyyyy. awesome can you make a video on the 15th about semi-budget flippers because that is my birthday and I would like your recommendation on a knife

[@kyro3791]

meaning like 75-100 I am okay with automatics and regular non spring or auto knives are alright but I like flippers.they are my favorite

[@BirdShotIV]

not sure what knife will be on the 15th but happy birthday in advance!

[@BirdShotIV]

Kizer Dukes or Bad Dog?

[@tyler451]

Don’t like reverse tanto but this stands out to me

[@BirdShotIV]

take a look at the drop point

[@tyler451]

BirdShot IV didn’t know one existed better check it out

[@dustin7562]

I like it very much you should check out the M-16 by Crkt

[@BirdShotIV]

one for sale on the store right now

[@deanstropnik4527]

I am about to get this knife and do a video on it

[@tyler451]

Dean's Knife Reviews and more looking forward to that :)

[@Pew7070]

A freaking 162 comments down and here I come late. Is it over? And by that I mean two things. Is the party over or is the pain over? How many times do I have to endure beautiful designs in 8Cr? CRKT, at this point you’re just milking the cow dry. Because American consumerism. Of course! It’s just $28! Many will buy one every month or every other month. The hell! I see the appeal. New designs, easily disposable due to minimal value. I’m curious to see what happens when we cut ties with China! For good. Steel tariffs is just the beginning. Maybe than CRKT will make better knives. Or get out of business completely. They depend to much on foreign manufacturing. I’m staying tuned. PS: you guys rock as per usual! Especially Frankie! 😋😁 Bird, do you have to keep “wet wipes” on hand when filming a review? 😉🙃

[@BirdShotIV]

lol thank you Mark!

[@listenup455]

No Tangram knives in contention for best budget blade?

[@BirdShotIV]

there likely will be, yes

[@GunCollector007]

Love it!

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks 007!

[@theavidpicker2721]

I would buy this knife if it had a better blade steel. I just can't get over the crap steel. However, it is a beautiful knife. Hopefully CRKT will have an upgrade in this model.

[@BirdShotIV]

thank you Avid Picker

[@theavidpicker2721]

BirdShot IV You're welcome.

[@hinnyhinhin9498]

How hard is it to drill holes for lefties like me. Ahhhh.

[@BirdShotIV]

lol sorry Cole

[@williamjc7195]

I'm ordering mine tomorrow(payday). $23.00 on ebay :))

[@BirdShotIV]

nice!

[@7Steels]

Sir, you have dishonored all of us Lefthanders and I demand satisfaction! Lol. I'll still watch your channel, though you dislike us.

[@BirdShotIV]

lol we don't really

[@BirdShotIV]

Wait, mr speaker of lefthanders don’t you see that bird uses his left hand on every video that we do? He is actually quite similar to “your” people lol and I can write my name and draw some with my left hand 🙂 lol -Frankie

[@7Steels]

BirdShot IV... Frankie, I was joking! Plus, I always wanted to commend you guys for the wonderful banter and the love that you show to one another. Peace

[@jaredtyra6311]

Darn already spent my 50$ on that kizer bolt on massdrop

[@BirdShotIV]

Kizer Bolt is good though!

[@honestdave]

Interesting blade

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks for watching Dave!

[@davidtate166]

I like it .its 😎.slick its a killer.i love kit carson deign.the m16 line.crks. .

[@BirdShotIV]

thanks for watching!

[@orendz7740]

Love this knife. I cut the hell outta myself with it on accident. I use to not buy any knife that used 8cr but then I realized I'm missing out on a lot of great knives. I just gotta get a KME sharpener to put that wicked blade on it

[@dustin7562]

I really don't care about the type of steel

[@mosherogoff1252]

HUH? Better than the Ruike Hussar? Say it ain't so Birdie!

[@BirdShotIV]

the Hussar is great but wasn't it a 2017 model?

[@mosherogoff1252]

Probably. I didn't note you were emphasizing 2018 models. oops

[@darkinertia2]

I think the idea is to show people that were all for the most part responsible gun owners that take gun safety seriously

[@BirdShotIV]

Yeah, you're right :/

[@TheScottyp1]

cant they just use acuto?