Did Gerber Just Destroy Benchmade?

[@1through11]

Wranglerstar: spends five minutes talking about why the name fastball makes no sense *Procedes to talk for five minutes about the ball bearing and how fast they are

[@moondoggaming1994]

"it opens FASTer than any unassisted knife...primarily because of those BALL bearings" FAST opening BALL bearings

[@going24pro]

You totally read my mind! I just did not know how to bring it into comment form. You killed it with this comment.

[@robpitthan7497]

Read my mind too! Just add "fun" to make it more dumb. LOL!

[@marcusnilsson1113]

Did he say that it made no sense though? I think he mostly said that it was a terrible name... which it is. :P

[@labtech01]

You can rant all you want. I've seen adverts that go a lot crazier to get their product name, brand, and quality out there. Here we have a comprehensive history of the brand and guess what? You're not going to forget the name of the knife, how it works and what it costs. At $100, I believe Gerber couldn't have made a better advertising investment.

[@bigredinthewild]

Did Wranglerstar Just Make Another Horrible Title?

[@bumstudios8817]

Rofl yet he hates the title or name of the fastball... which is obviously named for the ball bearings roflmao

[@mzimmerman12]

@@bumstudios8817 Or because their multi-tool is called The Curve???

[@ramosmarshall]

Yes

[@marcophoto9677]

As usual.

[@jessruss40]

@@bumstudios8817 lol that's what I thought. Fastball is terrible...this is the FASTest non-assisted knife I've ever seen, and it's because of those BALL bearings. I audibly laughed lol

[@tmpace9]

3 weeks later: "Why I'm selling my fastball"

[@dogstew3207]

TackStash779 my day almost made it to the majors but he broke his elbow

[@user-tr2dh4xx6u]

@@dogstew3207 i don't care that you broke your elbow

[@hunterglaspell5580]

TackStash779 I’ve had my fastball since it’s came out, and it’s held up.

[@The_Koolman]

@@MattP-BandB it's from an old meme calm down bro

[@robinpohl2702]

@@MattP-BandB OK boomer. Jk but that really was just a meme reference

[@joshuaharrington6094]

I've been wanting a Fastball since I watched this video 2 years ago. I was finally able to purchase one about 2 weeks ago. I couldn't be happier with the knife. It is by far the best knife I've ever had. My dad carried a Mark 1 boot knife when he was a Deputy Sheriff back in the 80's so the Gerber name runs deep in my family as well.

[@LCREWSS]

“It opens so FAST... those BALL bearings are great... why do they call it fastball?

[@mosmicke]

lynn crews I scrolled down to the comments to make this exact comment. Nice to see someone else thinking alike 😁👍

[@kayak_1]

It's still a bad name. I would regret owning a knife with that name....

[@uroshs.4855]

Oh it's a bad name, does it really matter...

[@ktm250xcw2]

How ‘bout “OZZY killa”???

[@uroshs.4855]

@@ktm250xcw2 i like it

[@user-A-A-RON]

Opens fast + ball-bearings = Fastball

[@thefirefighterwaylifefight2030]

Exactly

[@murdamonk]

yep!

[@jacobjeppson6634]

Doesn't necessarily make it a good name for a knife.

[@jordwill24]

Still a stupid name

[@ericblade8330]

Too much bread Fred. 🔪🔪🇺🇸🤙

[@GainesMediaInc]

No, BENCHMADE destroyed Benchmade... 😄😄😄😂😂

[@SamA-jl7uc]

That gun destroying stunt destroyed their reputation.

[@AssMcBlast]

@@SamA-jl7uc do people still think Benchmade destroyed salvageable guns? They were destined to be destroyed anyways. It was a pr stunt to help police not to advocate against guns And besides, why wouldn't they destroy guns? It's competion /s

[@gardiloo]

Sam hey sorry, what was the stunt?

[@AssMcBlast]

I looked up more info on the matter and along with destroying guns for the police, Benchmade donated large amounts of money to anti-gun causes. So there's that. Pretty dumb move

[@gardiloo]

I liked it better (and trusted companies more) when all they worried about was profit, and stayed in their lane when it came to social issues

[@goofynoodle1627]

One month later- “why I switched back to my benchmade”

[@housevollmer9106]

True

[@blakethompson5015]

He always goes back.

[@inxs13]

I’d rather spend my $ on ZT. Used to like Benchmade before I heard they supported or in some fashion anti gun movement. Spyderco is another I like.

[@brokcen2748]

@@inxs13 thay support people who will make knife laws better and thay just so happen to be anti gun.

[@inxs13]

baby boomer exactly why I’ll never buy anything from them. Just a fork in the road. My money will never knowingly support a company like that

[@ianhatesyou]

I think It's great that you let your son run the equipment. When I was about 10 my dad made me dig a trench about a mile long on the ranch with an old army backhoe.

[@tonyascaso6254]

It doesn't get better than that! Dug plenty of holes with the shovel. When they let me use the backhoe that was the day! Still remember that day!

[@wobblysauce]

Teach them how to do it all manually... then show them the Assistance of the machinery, if they mess up don't treat it right back to digging manual holes.

[@Codeman785]

That kind of work builds character, shouldn't be ashamed of that.

[@Sacarat]

lan Regnier I was 12 before my dad let me handle heavy equipment. I felt so much like an adult.

[@antonc81]

Tony Ascaso I would have given my left but for a shovel. I had to dig with a potato... in the snow.. uphill both ways!

[@theedcginger3510]

Lol you said “the ball bearings make the action so fast”... fast. ball. Fastball

[@jacobjeppson6634]

Doesn't necessarily make it a good name for a knife.

[@gunsquawk4443]

You're a genius.

[@imhigh0013]

Pretty much summed up any replies to Wranglerstar right here. 👍

[@DreBluntz]

Did Gerber just kill Benchmade with a copy of a Kershaw? Hah!

[@gregstephenson3383]

DreBluntz I was thinking this the whole video. 😂😂😂

[@tomgreen1423]

You know what you get when you purchase a Kershaw.....especially the Bareknuckle!

[@bo0tybandit]

Ken Onion all over that

[@The_Koolman]

Even though it's a kershaw copy it MUCH better than a Kershaw, the quality and fit and finish is soooo much better!

[@TheartofboxingMEX]

this is way better than any usa made kershaw

[@thedeaderer8791]

"Fastballs a terrible name" "man the ball bearings make it fast"lol smh

[@Anonymous8317]

Still a horrible name lol

[@MexicanKiller88]

Gerber Homerun

[@Spicy_Riker]

I nearly broke my arm, I hit my head and I forgot who I am for a while.... ...We are working light duty in the background! Nothing can stop him from doing a little work on the Homestead/Making a Video

[@enisdesevic8277]

Rolex Explorer?? Did I miss a video about that? :)

[@enisdesevic8277]

@@FullSendPrecision why would you say that?

[@giovanidiamonds]

Trash watch

[@wranglerstar]

Wanna bet? amzn.to/2YdtsVR

[@JM-yl8md]

seriously??????? why would anyone, and i mean anyone need a watch that costs 6K....just lost respect for the "homestead" concept...ridiculous!

[@kuromew3489]

@@wranglerstar damn that sass is good xD

[@peten1887]

My grandfather gave me his gerber, just like your shorty, same sheath. Thanks for bringing back some wonderful memories. Really enjoy your videos!

[@Mrgunsngear]

Looks solid 🇺🇸

[@rcmast3rtract0rking]

Murica

[@HandyMike78]

What I'm hearing is that its time for a manufacturer to let you design a knife. I think it would be awesome to have a wranglerstar line of edc knives. I would buy one! Ive been carrying a kershaw leek for years and it serves me well. It has the pointy tip like this (lets not say the lame name) knife.

[@wranglerstar]

The leek is a great knife,

[@NeyJ]

that would make for quite a series! the wrangler or wranglerstar being a much better name also ;)

[@moobcars6490]

Wharrencliff is not a lame name imo!

[@blakevickers7194]

that rainbow leek makes me cringe hahahaa

[@robertt153]

I'd buy a wranglestar knife any day of the week. Considering purchasing the benchmade940. Looks as though itd be tough, very nice looking knife.

[@c0nn0rmacklin]

Wranglerstar: Man oh man is that fast! Gerber: *has the name "Fast Ball"* Wranglerstar: yeah let's go ahead and change that....

[@yoda_1165]

Benchmade: let’s send him the bugout surely he’ll like that Gerber: I DONT THINK SO

[@ChaplainDaveSparks]

... "And stop calling me 'Shirley'!"

[@hugedickerinokripperino5299]

He didnt like the bugout lol

[@krustysurfer]

Bwahahahahahahahahaaaa!

[@lucky13driver]

I love the the term." It gives me the fizz." Great video!

[@Foche_T._Schitt]

@2:40 A knife with an attached flashlight is illegal in 8 states.

[@mrBDeye]

gang members and thugs don't follow state laws and will always be able to get one.

[@Meloncholymadness]

No way??

[@Foche_T._Schitt]

Seeing my comment 2 years later... I can't remember if I was joking. 🤔

[@codyjohnson8603]

“I butchered a lot of animals with this knife here” *PETA would like to know your location*

[@SergeyKasimov]

I just found his location its on the map

[@MichaelEMaus]

"It's a CARD-BOARD CUTTER and a GOOD SLIVER-DIGGER!" Great review.

[@ianyoshinaga1417]

Growing up In Colorado, my uncles and grandfather always Carried buck knives, that was the gold standard for me.

[@Grimnir_x]

I carried a Buck for years, absolutely loved that knife and then i inevitably lost it, i still think about it today😂

[@EndingTimes0]

Looks nice although I really love my kershaw leek which is only ~$30. But when I get my next edc knife when Im tired of the leek, Ill look into this. Especially since Im not gonna go with benchmade after their heresy of chopping up guns. I dont care where the guns came from, thats bad juju.

[@krustysurfer]

'Link' 20CV KERSHAW USA made incredible!

[@tacticalcenter8658]

Gerbers liners are TOO thin and often go 100% lockup and have issues. while this is a good design, that lockbar is the problem. so i avoid them. plus the heat treatment has not been proven yet (after sharpening the burnt edges away a few times).

[@andrewestrada250]

You probably won't read this but after seeing this, I have a few knives that you'd really enjoy. Kershaw Leek CRKT LCK Civivi Praxis Kershaw Deadline If you ever have a chance to check those out, I think you'll like them.

[@Madadader]

I like the look of that CRKT and the Leek looks pretty slick too but I'd have to get them in my hands

[@James-wx9bf]

3 months later......”The Gerber Fastball is the worst knife I have ever used! Please boycott this company.”

[@daveadidas8678]

Nahh I'm cool on that

[@thetheflyinghawaiian]

Cody stop making me want stuff I don't need. A salesman in another life. "Will this axe dull? Which knife is sharpest? Call now."

[@APTSynthesist]

Looks like Gerber took some ideas from the Kershaw leek, Which by the way is the smoothest fastest assisted opening knife i have ever come across

[@kylefarris4686]

I thought the same. A bigger leek would go over well.

[@danielb6472]

The Leek needs a locking mechanism because its spring assisted opening, which makes it far slower going from pocket to cutting. I like the fastball better... better steel, bigger, and it doesn't have a lock that you've gotta use 2 hands to release. It also costs more than twice as much, ($40 vs $98).

[@noahs.9339]

neogod 1 or just don’t be a dumbass and take the lock out because, let’s be real it’s not going to fire in your pocket.

[@danielb6472]

@@noahs.9339 it will though. Forgetting it one time will show you that. I've got the pants to prove it.

[@mikek6255]

That's exactly what they did except with better blade steel

[@nvojc8617]

“I have no idea where I put that Bugout knife…maybe in an emergency kit somewhere”😂 Again with the unintentional endorsement!

[@willem2099]

I watched the whole video with a huge smile on my face because I know how much you like the Benchmade... The struggle is real! :D

[@L2FlyMN]

Fast ball, for the FAST opening due to BALL bearings? I can see how they came up with that name. I like the tounge in cheek, in saying they should ask you when naming their products. 😊

[@wranglerstar]

Yea I get the idea behind the name but it's still terrible,

[@L2FlyMN]

Wranglerstar 😂 love the sense of humor!

[@brandontodd7274]

I do like the look of that knife. I personally carry a Kershaw dividend in s35vn. It's pretty nice and also USA made. The dividend looks alot like that and has assisted open on it.

[@natek1993]

I like the dividend much better for sure. Looks better too.

[@dougstone7962]

You would have to pry my benchmade out of my cold dead hands

[@MrBluoct]

“... It opens FAST ...” “.... It works FAST because of the BALL bearings... “

[@carravagio16]

everything you described liking in both knives describes every ZT knife ever made

[@rudylacarl7975]

Thats what i was saying this whole video😂

[@stoutdog56]

Depends on the ZT. The Fastball is $99 and ZT's can go for more than the 940 and/or Fastball combined.

[@ulaso3989]

"Gerber Wranglestar", that sounds better.

[@cheesychester9647]

No one needs to take knife advice from this guy lol

[@BornIn1500]

Exactly. He has no credibility in the knife world after that Benchmade Bugout flip-flop disaster.

[@charlieruprecht3196]

I love the bugout, it actually makes me angry that people believe him. And to someone who's new with knives, they could totally buy it.

[@matthewsnyder7935]

I'm not his biggest fan or anything but he does use knives in a very different way than most people, and does it every day. I'd bet he knows how he feels about them and simply shares that with people. Are you getting sensitive to the fact you only have 3 subs and no one listens to you?

[@cheesychester9647]

Matthew Snyder wow tough guy. I know plenty about knives and carry lots daily being active duty in the military giving me no extra time to make videos or play little kid video games like you

[@charlieruprecht3196]

@@matthewsnyder7935 of course not. I don't have a single video, and I'm simply stating my opinion. No need to get sensitive yourself bucko

[@crommy927]

No Gerber is worth anywhere near $100.

[@davidshechtman4746]

Got me a Gerber Hunter 450. Love it.

[@wrenchspinner101]

I love Cody’s old fashion ways and he is so humble at times , hardworking and seems like a real blue collar guy. I have a hard time understanding why he’s wearing a 6k wristwatch around the homestead.

[@turnersparadise8368]

Because he likes it?

[@wrenchspinner101]

@Tenspeed TheBikeHanger Wow your clever

[@turnersparadise8368]

@@wrenchspinner101 You're. You are = you're. YW...

[@jeremynewhouse6530]

Jack is a fine young man, you and Misses W have done a fine job.

[@adamchurvis1]

I had both a Gerber Mark I and still have my Gerber Mark II, both bought in like 1978 down in Texas. The Mark II is in brand new condition, kept in a case these forty-plus years. Where is the Mark I with its premium brown leather sheath? My then-girlfriend and I were visiting old friends of hers in Athens, Georgia, and this one couple were really sweet and the husband really liked the Mark I, but they were living in a trailer and I could tell he couldn't afford one. So I just gave it to him, right there on the spot because he liked it so much, and I didn't want him going without and feeling shitty because of his financial situation at the time. Best thing I ever did because I miss that knife so much today, and that makes it even more meaningful. I hope it's still as razor sharp as it was the day I gave it to him, and that it has served him well. I don't even remember his name.

[@Matt-FOr]

I have carried a Kershaw Blur for the past 6 years. Own about 20 other pocket knives, only carry one. Has never let me down.

[@dbjdi]

Kershaw has had some of the best and easiest EDC knives I've bought for affordable pricing. If you like that Gerber you should try them.

[@krustysurfer]

*KERSHAW LINK 20CV* one incredible blade

[@ljk8059]

You gotta bring out a t-shirt with "It gives me the FIZZ" on it! :-)

[@CedricAda]

《 LJK 》 100% would wear

[@charlvanzyl8451]

Agreed

[@shawnfortenberry5941]

My dad is a custom knife maker and I can honestly say that the 940 is the only production knife that I have or will carry. Thanks to your reviews I bought one and have never regretted it. Now that dad has pretty much quit making knives all together the 940 stays in my pocket and the ones that he made are to be passed down as air looms to our children. Again thanks for the introduction to the Bench-made brand.

[@cheesefarmer3545]

I was at walmart one day and my dad said something like oh hey a Grerber they are great and I asked him "when were you born" (and it was before fiskars bought gerber) and just said "that explains alot"

[@sipsimies1588]

But fiskars is goddam awesome

[@Starkain]

Wow Gerber has ripped off the Kershaw Leak!

[@aportilla007]

I love my Leak! I was about to post the same thing.

[@brandong1990]

Ever since I took the pocket clips off my knives haven't lost one thank you so much

[@stoutdog56]

I do too except the ones that have to stay on because they are part of the knife's construction. I just got a Kershaw Al Mar and twisted two of my T6 bits so I left it on.

[@billhackett8534]

The clips, on those knives that have them, were made to hold a few folded bills. Not to be clipped onto your jeans.

[@sneakypeaky6000]

Depends on the pocket clip/knife and the type of pockets you have. Some knives pocket clips are garbage but others work very well

[@stoutdog56]

Thanks Cody! I am very pleased with it. Who cares what it's called, it's a great design and execution. Excellent steel and action at an fair price. It's just the right size in my opinion for EDC. I emailed Nick Shabazz to review it and he said it was on his radar.

[@nickprague1481]

When Fiskars took over Gerber the heritage was lost

[@stoutdog56]

Right! Something lost on most when a great and proven name is absorbed by another company.

[@jasonmiller8754]

You should definitely check out the Kershaw Leek, it has been my favorite EDC for probably 6 yrs.

[@TheJeep1967]

Yeah, my first thought was "Hey! That looks a lot like the Kershaw Leek." I have had several leeks for ages. They are great, affordable knives.

[@warrenc9329]

Gerber was purchased by Fiskers many years ago, and that's when it's quality fell apart

[@stfuliberal]

Fiskers makes a good Picaroon though. lmao

[@mbyard356]

Nice review! It’s always good to hear the opinions of someone who has actually carried and used the knife for a while. I checked out the Fastball recently, and the only thing that hat kept me from buying one, was the liner lock. A frame lock would have made the knife thinner, while providing a strong, secure lockup.

[@Kelcan3]

I just want to say thanks. I live for your content! Our youth needs people like you

[@stevenrichardson8455]

I'm not paying $200 for a pocket knife. I'm just here for the comments.

[@bradsmith5661]

That Gerber shorty did not cost $15 and a pixie did not cost $10. I bought those knives in the 70"s and still have them

[@hunterwolfe9059]

"You didn't buy them for a certain price because I bought them for a different price"

[@lapicker1010]

Couldn't agree more about those SOS/Strobe modes on flashlights Cody. However, there are a whole buncha really great folders that AREN'T made by Benchmade, and are a better value. Best budget folder for my money is an Ontario RAT 1.

[@Jarastlad]

Great video ! I've carried a Kershaw Leek for ... the past 3 years or so, and it seems to have similar features than this one. USA made, which for me, has always carried the ideal of "Quality" and "Made to outlast you". My Kershaw, and those knives you've presented all have this to them. Thanks for the vids Cody, keep it up. Cheers from Belgium.

[@jp0924]

thank for giving us Exclusive access to your video.

[@wranglerstar]

No thank you for supporting us Jeff,

[@johngravening4928]

I have the benchmade bugout and I drove over it with my suv on concrete and it still works just fine.

[@oceanwaves83]

Benchmade also has a superior heat treat on their s30v, definitely better than Gerber's.

[@Clambelly]

Very entertaining, honest review. Snorkeling in Gallatin River, MT, I found Kershaw Leek 3" Wharncliffe assisted opener w/ stainless integral frame lock. Absolutely the best EDC knife. Very smooth handle shape / design by Ken Onion. As you say, retrieving slivers & splinters is of major importance, and having a knife handy for opening packages, cutting string, webbing, and sharpening pencil is a must. I disagree w/ you re pocket clip. LEEK carries deep and secure. More secure and more comfortable than flopping around in pants pocket. If you like the assisted opening feature, I suggest you take a look at the KERSHAW LEEK and KERSHAW DIVIDEND. 1/2 the price of the FASTBALL. For the money, Fastball is definitely reasonable S30v and made in USA. Leek and Dividend are affordable alternatives that just might tick your boxes. As for the OSBORNE -- I had one, and returned it. Could not understand all the hype, and overall the knife just didn't wow me. Ugliest color handle. If Benchmade would simply offer the 940 with black, silver or grey handle, I might give it another look. However, with that said, for less money, I would probably get SPYDERCO PARA MIL II.

[@DeterminedDIYer]

I don't think I'll ever buy a knife that costs $240. I lose things ALL the time and that would be a huge loss for me.

[@ericfolsom9275]

Do yourself a favor and check out the Kershaw Leek designed by Ken Onion, that's my favorite EDC, what a point and the opening is spectacular. Thanks!

[@k.medeiros1983]

ERIC FOLSOM like wise , I was just going to say that it’s also very affordable I have several

[@ericfolsom9275]

@@k.medeiros1983 Every year at Christmas they go on sale at Menards for 28.00, I buy a couple whether I need them or not, they make great gifts.

[@TheRoadhammer379]

I recently purchased the Kershaw Blur Ken Onion edition and it craxked right through the thumb stud area. Very disappointing.

[@johnhudson9297]

Spyderco para 2 for life hehe

[@PerceptionVsReality333]

It's a good knife, but the handle is very uncomfortable. It just doesn't feel right, in my opinion.

[@KimballPrecision]

@@PerceptionVsReality333 para 3 is probably one of the most comfortable knives I've held, and the blade geometry makes it insanely sharp

[@PerceptionVsReality333]

@@KimballPrecision I haven't held that one, but the Manix 2 & Paramilitary 2 feel too blocky. They just sit in my room collecting dust because I never carry them.

[@Life-ob3cn]

I genuinely love how Cody's mindset is just like my dad's.

[@RevGunn-jq3cq]

No! Benchmade destroyed Benchmade Gerber just filled the void

[@gizmogoose.2486]

My Dad taught me "A Thing of Two" out in the woods about logging and staying alive, like when the cat skinner says, "Get *out* of the way." it means *WAY* out of the way. Not just barely enough! I had no idea what he really meant . . . _until I _*_learned_*_ a thing or two!_

[@neeko7878]

It’s called a “Wharnecliffe” blade shape. Named after Lord Wharnecliffe in England many years ago who commissioned a new design for hunting and skinning. There’s your worthless knowledge for the day. 😂

[@polecatfan1627]

Nick Navarre thx lol 😂

[@BornIn1500]

A real wharnecliffe blade has a completely flat edge. The edge on that Gerber sweeps up, so its not a real wharnecliffe at all. People are calling everything a "wharnecliffe" now because it's trendy. Just stop.

[@neeko7878]

BornIn1500- They’ve evolved a bit since 1820 for sure... but still a Wharnecliffe if the spine has a sweep down to a point. The minor up swept edge doesn’t disqualify it from being a Wharnecliffe style blade... Here is an excerpt from a Knife Depot Blog... “The standard definition has since broadened a bit to include any blade with a straight edge that tapers toward a point. (Although I’d argue some light curves in the blade don’t immediately disqualify it from being a Wharncliffe.) The Wharncliffe is widely mixed up with the sheepsfoot blade and lesser known lambsfoot blade. In fact, manufacturers will often mislabel the blade style. Whereas the Wharncliffe has a spine that gradually tapers to a point, the sheepsfoot blade has a spine and edge that remains parallel until the spine more dramatically curves to the edge. The result is lack of a piercing point”

[@BornIn1500]

@@neeko7878 I wouldn't say they've "evolved". It's that every design has been done many times over, so people are making every different shape they possibly can to differentiate themselves. And in the process, the specific definition of terms are being manipulated to mean something completely different. Wharncliffe used to mean something VERY specific. Now since people bastardized it, when people say "wharncliffe", nobody knows what the hell we're talking about since it's so broad. People have completely ruined it. That's a bad thing.

[@stoutdog56]

Modified Warnecliffe might be the better term. Thanks for the history!

[@honestdave]

So I see Gerber is sponsoring you now

[@goombakiwi]

A buddy of mine had a set of his grandparents Gerber steak knives that look similar to your grandfathers knife. They had a slim aluminum handle with blades that were about two inches long.

[@JoDunken]

As always a good video! I like reviews! More like this :)

[@wranglerstar]

Glad to have you here as a member Emil,

[@IrishEagIe]

You know, it's almost like they designed the 'Fastball' in the same style as the 1776 + Kershaw Leek, then tookthe same blade steel and aluminium handle from the 940, then the 'Fastball' was born. The name _really_ cheapens the knife in my opinion.

[@jackagain8346]

It looks more like the Skyline than the Leek except for the blade, which is very similar to the Leek.

[@IrishEagIe]

@@jackagain8346 With they comparison of the two Kershaws, I was intending the blade shape.

[@TheLanWoo]

I won a 940 in a raffle the day, I was pumped! Awesome knife for sure. Great video brother. 👍🏼

[@pellettron-nj9ci]

Id call it "The Crow" for the black aluminum handle and the crowish beak look on the blade.

[@IndyPop24]

I no longer carry my Benchmade knives. But, for you sir, a BM 943 Osborne just might be the answer. It's got a nice sliver picking tip.

[@christiandinero8083]

I’m just getting into knives. What’s the deal with everyone dropping benchmade?

[@random_eskimo_in_the_rockies]

@Christian Dinero Benchmade helped a police department destroy guns that should have been sold to a wholesaler and not wasted. In addition (and more damning to most outdoorsmen) it came to light that Benchmade has donated RIDICULOUS amounts to anti-gun politicians. Of course, Benchmade corporate sleazeballs and some low-honor Benchmade apologists say "They're just contributing to politicians who support the knife industry" which is a baseless copout. Leftist politicians will say anything to get more money, more power, more control (sand yes, I know some conservative ones will do the same, but nowhere near as bad as the Communists on the fringe left) and while they may present themselves as "knife-friendly" now, if the time comes that they get all guns outlawed (which is what all the leftists want, and if they claim otherwise they're straight up lying) the next thing they'll do is start to put as many restrictions on knives as they can get. Just look to London to see the truth of that. The corporate slimes behind Benchmade are anti-gun, or if they personally are not (which I'm more than willing to bet they are) they support politicians who are. Oregon is overwhelmingly policed by hippies, and they are not, repeat NOT friendly to patriots and outdoorsmen.

[@christiandinero8083]

Randall P damn that’s really disappointing because I like knives as well as guns. What a shame because benchmade makes good knives. However, I’m not willing to support something that is against our freedom.

[@BrothersCinco]

Soooo you just discovered flippers.....did I just go back to 2014?

[@jbomb889]

I get that you had a dismal perception of gerber for awhile, and it’s a fair assessment based off what was generally in the public’s eye. But just so you know Cody, Gerber never stopped making quality military knives.. and they are still some of the best knives I’ve ever owned. I’ve carried a Gerber for the last 16 years. Only broke two in that time, and gerber is amazing with there lifetime warranty. Send it back pull the other one out.. so on... will never go anywhere else. And before you comment please know I’ve tried almost all of them in some variation.. wet few will ever compare gerber o6 auto/tanto/half serrated... you won’t find anything that compares in that price range.

[@mattheebz8017]

ive had a CRKT Eros Ken Onion design and same philosophy with the ball bearing extremely fast opening not assisted i was amazed at the speed and how smoothly it flips open looks very similar to the gerber cool design with the ball bearings

[@lazarance9628]

You should try a Kershaw speedsafe knife theyre finger flick opening is amazing super fun and fast and easy to open and kershaw knives are great

[@krustysurfer]

Legal too 😎

[@skylarfaria2457]

My edc has been a Kershaw leek the past 5 or so years

[@clamum]

I'm not a huge fan of Kershaw but those do look quite nice.

[@joshuamarkle8178]

I have had a leek or 7 as my edc for the last 12-13 years now.

[@PerceptionVsReality333]

I have the carbon fiber + CPM-154 model & I love it.

[@nathanielp2119]

Until the tip turns into a flat head screwdriver. In # idk how many at this point but cannot put them down

[@650ic5]

He doesn’t know much about knives.

[@willgagner8302]

And you do???

[@stoutdog56]

Wranglerstar is a practical user not an enthusiast like us.

[@sneakypeaky6000]

Not at all

[@sneakypeaky6000]

@@willgagner8302 he probably does what's your point? That's a stupid comeback considering anyone with any knife knowledge knows wrangle isn't much of. A knife enthusiast he's just more of a user.

[@williamstubbs615]

I have always liked gerber knifes, I had a gerber knife as a kid that I lost in my grandfathers yard and he gave it back to me a few years later. It had a bit of rust and stuff, Well I ended up sending it to them to get it fixed. They sent it back all good. Personally I like pocket clips, Never had it come off in the woods. Good video, Thank you.

[@seanbates3945]

Ok why is he not carrying a 943 it’s exactly what he needs??

[@Slippy_CTE]

Wondering the same thing. Or get a zt 0450 which is my favorite knife right now

[@seanbates3945]

Cameron Blaine my next knife I get is hopefully a 0562 cf

[@Slippy_CTE]

That's also a really sick knife, the blade shape is amazing for slicing and it's built like a tank. I just use the 0450 titanium cause it's smaller.

[@readyme]

Sean Bates I have a lightly used one for sale.

[@matthewkennedy7283]

It's too fragile of a tip for him he likes to use the 940 for screwing screws

[@Nekzzarri]

You are right when i see gerber i think of Bear Grylls and that is not a good thing in my opinion.

[@FasterOstrich]

Why not? Just wondering if you don't mind

[@stoutdog56]

The Paracord was the only decent Bear Grylls knife Gerber ever produced from China.

[@jlsouth7337]

I love the bugout. Carried it for over a year every day. Not one complaint. Have a 940-2 also so i can compair to your 940. One month is still in the honeymoon phase for the gerber.

[@KimosKreations]

Thank you for the information!, I take the clips off as well, especially on my tape measures.

[@thenoobflutisttmearraperec10]

“Modern Homesteader” *Wears a $7000 Dollars Watch*

[@awsometomable]

A good homesteader

[@Spyyyder1]

Love the Rolex Explorer , was the Seiko too beefy after all ?

[@bluesmanjesse]

I have fallen in love with the Kershaw Leek, really thin so easy to carry and open(as long as you remove the lame safety). Very similar to your Gerber.

[@nickolas6614]

my kershaw has the same fast opening mechanism, same build, all steel handle, and was only like 16$ at a sports store. ive had it for years and its still great

[@fredricksteen9674]

Good content as always, would be fun to see some videoing of jack and the tractor vs the stump.

[@stompinmcallister1295]

Maybe them cutting up guns for the local pd may not have helped any ,my guess

[@ChrisGilliamOffGrid]

That's pretty silly. Police depts routinely destroy guns that they are REQUIRED to destroy. And they return the ones they don't. Hell, even the ATF gave a few of mine back...

[@Jay-gy1cy]

Ruike p801 ball bearings, stainless handle and good steel for around $35 opens amazing. It's a great knife

[@davidglazener7921]

I too have a Gerber A400. I bought mine new about 1990. It's never been used except cutting some paper to test sharpness! I wrapped 3/4 of the handle with camo 550 paracord. It gives it a better purchase an looks pretty cool! I think this is chrome plated! Very unusual.

[@rocar8243]

I hate ball bearings because the knife gets horizontal play.

[@Apex_grind562]

1. Half the video is off subject. 2. The 940 has nothing to do with this fast ball. 3. It's called a wharncliffe. Used for detail work. S30v is now normal. Benchmade had a better customer service, an axis lock and a reverse tanto and better fit and finish. This review was. Repeat of its "made in the USA, silver digger". They sent it to you and your grandpa had a Gerber. I think you are biased. Oh..pocket clips are important for edc. No pocket clip??? Cant say wharncliffe...man

[@tomgreen1423]

I dont know why but apex you made my night! Thank you ! Lmao.....gotta love guys who hit the point EXACTLY

[@zb361]

Axis lock >>> liner lock every time... if you like the assisted opening, go for a benchmade barrage or mini-barrage. I have the mini-barrage and absolutely love using the thing. Sturdy, has some heft but not too much, can lock closed or double lock open, and great blade shape and steel

[@elikia7759]

Videos like this are always a reminder for me that this is not a knife channel.