Doug Ritter RSK MK1-G2 from Knifeworks

[@edwardkane1978]

In my opinion Ritter has always made the definitive version of the Griptilian. This iteration of the RSK seems to be no exception. Kudos to Hogue for picking up on this stellar design. I'll be purchasing one soon.

[@johnclintonlopez]

Here 4 years later and I loved this life still

[@SteveKluver]

Thanks Bryan. This is the most excited I've been, in a very long time! For a new/old knife to come out. Just as Benchmade was announcing (late 2016), that it will no longer produce Doug's RSK Mk1 knife. It was widely considered, as one of the very best EDC knives in the World. For something like that to be canceled, sure is a head-scratcher, and a tragedy. I'm sure glad to see it come back.

[@randyf.9188]

Thanks for the review, you convinced me. It didn't take much. I have considered a Hogue, and always liked the Ritter blade profile. I have one on preorder (2 birds, one knife). It's Christmas time for me!

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Great blade, seems like a big win at a fair price. Glad to see this design back in production. Thanks for the detailed look at it. 👍

[@frankiejdwm_edc1037]

Those don't eat mes are moisture absorbers I threw a couple in my tool box to give my tools a bit of rust protection. And I keep a couple in my knife box especially since I got a lot of D2. Never had any rust spots ever. And my buddy used to keep a bunch behind his back seat by the rear windshield and it ended up NEVER fogging up on him

[@bobb.9917]

I have a Griptillian that I LOVE, but DAMN that is a good price for what you get!

[@asherlennon]

Bob B. I have a mini grip but I just ordered one of these can’t wait.

[@rusty2872]

Great vid, you get credit for selling this one to me. Bought it the second I saw this. Been looking for a Ritter M390, didn't even know this existed. Thanks

[@hammerhi]

The 'extra' handle length in this design should be a godsend if/when they release the mini - always felt the Benchmade mini grip had an awkwardly small handle.

[@rickkerans8485]

Like that knife. Tried to buy it from LTK but he told me he had promised it to you. I like what Mr. Ritter does and wanted to help as I have heard it is basically from sales of this knife that gives him the ability to do what he does for our community. I know it has a good home and will just have to wait on the next release.

[@paddyspotatopeelers2154]

I think its better looking than the benchmade and you have made it an I want knife.atb paddy👍☺🍀

[@timbo4374]

Nice looking knife. I really like that milling pattern..looks like a star shining or something. Hogue does great work, so a good choice by Doug Ritter, and made in the US is a definite plus! That high grind looks like it will be a better slicer than the Griptillian. Thanks for another great review!

[@bigB6flyer]

I’d love to see a mini version

[@jmbwashi]

And now they have one!

[@brucemack3687]

Thanks for this detailed and thoughtful review. I have ordered one.

[@inmyopinion_3672]

I find the thumb studs and the Abel Lock studs very sharp. So much so that though I love everything about the knife I don't carry it. I am wondering if the Benchmade studs will fit this knife.

[@MrGeerbear]

I am so glad Hogue picked up the Doug Ritter MK1. All that he has done with Knife Rights is so important to the knife community. I think Hogue did a great job. I wish Hogue would get more love from the knife community. Knife Rights is our communities NRA. The nanny states just keep taking away more of our rights. Again, if someone misuses a gun or knife, hold the person accountable, not the tool.

[@miketheknife3506]

Kinda wanted a grip never got one but as soon as I seen this one I ordered it should be here tomorrow this will be my second knife in m390 my other is a blue para3

[@glockmeister26]

Love this knife. Love Hogue knives in general.

[@knifeguy1387]

Another great review and a great looking knife

[@49giants3]

If I didn’t already have the dlt griptilian with M390 and carbon scales I’d be all over this! What a great price

[@anthonymiller8979]

Great looking knife and I will probably get one but it is one of those that if you disassemble it you void the warranty

[@thomaslanders1162]

Good looking knife.. Nice design and the price isn't outrageous..I handled several Hogues in a shop when they first came out..The early ones were well made but i wasn't crazy about them.. However, I do have the EX-03...Unless things changed, nobody does a factory edge better then Hogue.. Axis locks are tough to center.. You might try loosening the body/pivot screws..On some knives, if the handle of the knife can be torqued a little it may center the blade.. There's a couple other tricks too without disassembly but not sure they would work with an axis lock...

[@ogenmatic]

I’ve owned dozens of Grips & Mini Grips - still have about a dozen. Really excited about this one (my pre-order has been in since the moment I heard about it). I’m sure the “anti-clone” crowd will be chiming in soon if they haven’t already. I don’t care - and it’s not a damned clone. Haven’t heard about Benchmade planning to sue so why whine about it if they’re not? What Doug Ritter has quietly & tirelessly been doing for knife owners should be supported. The centering issue typically corrects to some degree quite easily on any Grip I’ve owned & this’ll be no different. Haven’t had a non-centered blade of any brand at any price worth moaning about. If it’s annoying to anyone who gets one, see if it can be exchanged.

[@mikeprice3064]

I'm going to put a couple bucket Listers aside for another month and buy this. Big bang for the buck

[@markgoldstein6265]

My only complaint about the griptillian was a plastic sounding open clack .rrove me nuts. Looking at this one does it feel and sound better ..i know small thing but drove me nuts..lol

[@lenzielenski3276]

DAMMIT. I have my mini G10 with the sheepsfoot blade (spydie hole) and have been looking for a full size. Now I have to decide between the DR with thumb studs (I hate thumb studs-something sticking out of a blade at right angles just ain't right) and the BM with my beloved spidie hole. It doesn't hurt that the DR is a few bucks cheaper, too.

[@keithmoore1202]

Love your reviews, Brian. However, I do have one nit to pick. When you are doing size comparisons it would be helpful to the viewer if you lined them up at the same point. You have the graph background, then don't really use it. Line the tips up on the same graph line or line the end of the knife up on the same graph line. That way it would be easier for us to see how they compare in size.

[@SliceyDicey]

Noted.

[@jesseallen4184]

Nice review. I really hope they release a mini model of it. I really liked my premium G10 Mini Grip but the G10 was ridiculously smooth and had no traction. That Hogue G10 looks nice and grippy.

[@SliceyDicey]

I guess one benefit of them moving the lanyard hole is that a mini version may actually fit my hand better than the mini grip ever did. Hmm...

[@jesseallen4184]

Slicey Dicey could be a possibility. Hopefully this full size one sells well so they’ll make a mini.

[@zachstuff]

so jealous! Waiting for mine to come in the mail.......what,blade not centered??!!

[@SliceyDicey]

It’s close. I’m sure I can make it centered when I have more time.

[@zachstuff]

Slicey Dicey oh I know....just all the grief people give benchmade nowadays!

[@ogenmatic]

Zach’s Stuff The Benchmade quality issue myth continues to propel down the misinformation superhighway (Internet). You’d think folks would tire of it eventually.

[@zachstuff]

ogenmatic I guess it gives people an excuse to throw shade. Had a few lately that are non Benchmades which have a couple build and QC concerns.

[@edgblades]

That's pretty sweet, I thought Griptilian when I first saw it. grip looks better and can't beat that steel

[@DavidV4444]

Ugh - was going to pre order but can not tolerate even one example of an off center blade. Great review!

[@JDStone20]

Nice to see this knife still built. I wonder how it compares to the Benchmade Freek

[@SliceyDicey]

Not a big fan of the Freek. Just done like the rubbery feel.

[@JDStone20]

@@SuperSteelSteve That's a good idea also

[@SliceyDicey]

I definitely would if someone loaned me one.

[@GBall_Vision]

@@SliceyDicey I ordered this Ritter and the BM carbon freek thanks for all the reviews

[@ThomasConnolly]

Hey Slicey Dicey. Hows the texturing that's under the pocket clip on this new RSK MK1-G2? Is that texturing rough enough to the point where it going to sandpaper/damage your pants pocket, like the annoying rough texturing that's under the pocket clip on the original plastic Griptilian handle scales?

[@SteveKluver]

It's perfect, Thomas. Slips nicely into the pocket. That was an early concern of mine, as well.

[@ThomasConnolly]

Really, thank God!!! I personally could not stand the texturing that was under the pocket clip on the original Griptilian plastic scales!!!

[@SteveKluver]

Yes @@ThomasConnolly. I carried it all day today, and every time I slipped it into my bluejeans. I looked down, to see if everything went Ok. : - ) It was so smooth. I was amazed. It never hung-up on the clip mounting screws, either. Always, all the way in. Easy out, too.

[@Peater_Griffen]

You mentioned that the Hogue handle is a little longer and taller than the Benchmade. Is one handle thicker than the other?

[@Realwademasters]

When is the knife dropping they have had it on preorder for like 3 weeks know or something lol I’m not trying to get anymore preorders going on I already have 3 with Spyderco ontop of 4 custom builds but I want this knife bad compared to the original I love the standoffs instead of the previous design

[@ThomasConnolly]

How's the RSK MK1-G2 when it comes to clipping the knife in your pants pocket and then removing the knife from your pants pocket? Do you think the handle scale texturing will sandpaper or eventually destroy your pants pockets?

[@SliceyDicey]

It's not perfect, but not the best. I wouldn't call it sandpaper though.

[@Dirtyknives007]

I ordered one last week. Great review, thanks for the info. Btw how long did it take them to get it to you from when you ordered it?

[@SliceyDicey]

Got mine second hand from Luvthemknives so I have no idea.

[@ntstick06]

I don't know about the Hogue, but Millit's axis lock isn't on par with Benchmade.

[@SliceyDicey]

Mine is.

[@ntstick06]

@@SliceyDicey I won't doubt yours is, but you know the MD knives have a ways to go, hell I found your channel from the MD comment section. 2 of the 3 I bought didn't have the Omega spring. The ones I got sent to replace them are not on the same quality as Benchmade for sure. I will give Millit credit they got back to me right away and the customer service seems top notch, anyway this isn't a Perpetua video. I think makers will get it down it will probably take a few runs. You are right they are a pain if you have to take them apart.

[@ogenmatic]

My Millet Perpetua has its shortcomings compared to the Grips I’ve owned or own but for the price with the Nitro-V steel it pretty well makes up for it in my opinion. I did expect better from Millet but for the price? I’m okay with it.

[@ntstick06]

@@ogenmatic that's true, plus with the partial refund it really did make up for it. This might sound crazy but the same know as a liner lock, might of been the way to go? Idk lol.

[@ogenmatic]

Nic S It was wanting to see Millet’s implementation of the axis lock that was the primary ‘hook’ for me on it.

[@michaelniedorf8046]

I just pre ordered mine do u know how long it takes

[@SliceyDicey]

No idea.

[@Realwademasters]

Ps centering is not a minor grip I literaly want to throw a knife in the garbage it always drives me so crazy when they can’t get a knife centered 😂 I’m picky what can I say

[@stoutdog56]

At least TJ Schwarz had an original design and didn't have black (yuck) scales. I own both and am a bit underwhelmed with the Knifeworks/Hogue. I would have been much happier with some color options. The knife is solid though.

[@FreedomExperiment]

Knife Rights Bitch! In my state I can open carry a broadsword but I can only conceal a knife like this

[@ethane421]

I think the Doug Ritter griptillian looks like the benchmade freek

[@SteveKluver]

You mean to say, that the Benchmade Freek, looks like the Doug Ritter RSK MK1-G2 knife. The Ritter knife design, is over 14 years old. The Freek, is only just a little over a year old.

[@phlooke]

Does anyone know if this new Hogue DR MK1-G2 will fit in full size AWT scales? Or should I just buy the Benchmade m390 blade?

[@david37922]

Honsetly, I don't see why it's any better than Benchmade Griptilian 551-1.

[@GBall_Vision]

Better price is key, stronger better grip, bigger grip, same lock, blade is as good if not better

[@david37922]

@@GBall_Vision I bought one, great knife, fit and finish are perfect, action is smoooth and silky.

[@GBall_Vision]

@@david37922 don't get me wrong I love love my FDE Adamas and my CF s90v bugout. Had to have that Ritter Hogue too lol

[@miketheknife3506]

Benchmade sucks even though one of my favorite knives is a super freak