Duane Watts swivel vs Traditional blade

Should you purchase the Duane Watts swivel knife? Does it live up to the hype? In this video I review the blade and ask 3 questions to help you decide if its right for you.
Link to his Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/listing/62865827...
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[@robplummer735]

Ive got one of Duanes yokeless or saddleless knives.. so it can be used more like a pen,, it was a game changer for me.

[@TheLeatherverse]

I got to try one at the Waco TX leather show and liked what I saw. Granted I only used it for a few minutes.

[@terrygardner3031]

I wish I had found your channel a couple of years ago, you give me hope to improve and try harder projects.

[@elund408]

as a complete newb. I tried the Duane Watts at Prescott. It was so instinctive. it is on my must have list but a few years down the line.

[@TheLeatherverse]

It's a great tool!

[@flatdog-]

Thank you

[@DaveB1965]

I use both blades thanks for your help

[@TheLeatherverse]

Thats the way to do it! Treat it like any other tool. You wouldn't drive a screw with a hammer. Gotta have the right tool for the job.

[@mitchcrouse1246]

I’m digging your content brother! Keep up the great work!

[@TheLeatherverse]

Thank you for the encouragement. You always wonder how it's being received.

[@mitchcrouse1246]

@@TheLeatherverse well I just learned something new from you. The lifting video just got me super excited to try it. Just need to order me some lifting tools. Im a 3 week veteran at this point! 😂

[@TheLeatherverse]

@@mitchcrouse1246 Lifting is one of my top two favorite techniques! Have fun!

[@txfishin73]

I like it . Traditional first is the way . Then advance.

[@TheLeatherverse]

Agreed!

[@popscratchie3985]

I wish I could get one of these Duane Watts blades but being from the UK Etsy bans us from buying knives (stupid? I know, imagine the laughter if you tried to mug someone with a swivel knife) that’s how ill thought out the laws are. I even contacted Duane but he doesn’t ship overseas. If anyone knows anywhere else in the US that sells them but will post to the UK please let me know.

[@charlesabbott5563]

I have a Barry King and a Duane Watts, depends on the design as to which one I use.

[@TheLeatherverse]

Those have become my go-to blades as well.

[@davemacgyver573]

I just ordered a Duane Watts swivel knife about 2 weeks ago.....still waiting for it to arrive.

[@TheLeatherverse]

You're gonna love it!

[@gstarmj]

why arent tooling knifes more like a pen or pencil? Why do they need to be so wide, a narrower blade will help with tight cuts right? You are my inspiration. I'd like to hear your answers to this. Cheers!

[@TheLeatherverse]

Thank you! That's a lot to live up to. Dwayne Watts does make a pen style knife. I'll be doing a review on it in the coming weeks. A big part of the reason you have the saddle on top is because of the downward pressure you can create. As far as the blade itself, I'm not sure if you mean wider or thicker. The width of the blade acts as a rudder and ensures the blade won't snap under the downward force needed to create the cuts. The thickness creates a cut that opens up nicely, which creates a better bevel. Hope that helps.

[@anchordownleather]

I've been wanting to try one of Duane's knives for several years now. I'm just scared to drop $135.00 on chance. Does the bearings in the knife seem to be of good or poor quality? Also, I've got into doing a lot of vine work. Would you agree that this knife would be proficient for this application. I've very comfortable using a traditional swivel knife ( about 1 year) now. Thanks-Jathan

[@TheLeatherverse]

All great questions. 1. After 2 years I've had no issues with the bearings. 2. It would be great for vine work, but I wouldn't buy one for that unless you feel you need it. If you're in the right path with a traditional blade, I say stay on that path. I would say you should add the DW blade if you get into a lot of complex cuts, like script work.

[@johnhenry7097]

Bro i have one of his knives. Best 135 bucks i ever spent. All his reviews are 5 stars :D his products are quality all the way

[@pejutahaspa]

Drop the funds! The dw sk is an absolute game changer

[@kcg3927]

Can you drop a link on this DW swivel knife.. ? I can't find that style knife.

[@TheLeatherverse]

Sure. I just added it to the description, but here it is. www.etsy.com/listing/628658275/duane-watts-sk-knife

[@kcg3927]

Thank you

[@lbdeuce]

Did you make lampman in the back?

[@TheLeatherverse]

I did! Her name is Tess, as in Tesla.

[@lbdeuce]

@@TheLeatherverse it is very cool. i shall steal the idea and tell people i thought of it. thank you.

[@dreamwarriors979]

Very interesting tool (I really want to test it) but Look the work from Michael Dübbert the VERY BEST swivel knife u can find on the market 😉 4 me personally NEVER EVER buy a outer again! & the so beautifully handmade tools

[@TheLeatherverse]

I'll check those out!

[@dreamwarriors979]

@@TheLeatherverse u welcome

[@kurtkroh6637]

Thank you