SPYDERCO MAXAMET NATIVE 5 LW FULL REVIEW! After a month of consecutive testing!

[@edwardwnewland]

Oh look a knifetuber who actually carries and uses knives on a daily basis. Versus recieving a knife from the manufacturer, saying its amazing and it never leaving their pocket or office. Your perspective is always appreciated!

[@ericasedc]

I really appreciate YOU appreciating the effort and content!

[@snowtiger44]

Thank you on your maxamat update i will stick with my more easier to sharpen steels i think may be lc200n one day i hope you had a great sunday

[@ericasedc]

I love LC200N!

[@marcelpfeiffer6587]

Hi Erica, I absolutely acknowledge respectfully that you carry, use and sharpen the knives that you review. For me you are THE reference and THE expert concerning blade geometry and steels.

[@ericasedc]

Wow… that means a TON to me! Thank you so much brother. I appreciate you more than I can express!

[@gregorygoldbarth7464]

Awesome review as always. You’re a professional, in that you actually put the knife through its paces and didn’t baby it, and at the same time demonstrated no favoritism towards anything or anybody! Just pure great positive and constru!ctive feedback. Thank you.

[@ericasedc]

Hey thanks SO MUCH for that feedback! ❤

[@anthonymiller8979]

I agree on the 600 grit on many steels, so many times I have gone towards a polish and felt my edge was better just a bit toothy for the materials I use them for.

[@ericasedc]

Mhm!❤

[@davidkurle5418]

Just got back from visiting my brother and his family, and was glad to see this review pop up. I was looking forward to seeing this, and you did not disappoint! Cheers, E!🤟

[@ericasedc]

David!!!! Nice to see you man❤

[@just9911]

I found that thin cowhide mounted to aluminum was an excellent substrate for diamond spray for most of the steels with characteristics like Maxamet.

[@ericasedc]

Oooh that sounds like a great idea

[@just9911]

@@ericasedcmake sure it’s really thin cowhide to make it as stiff as possible. I ended up having a friend thin out some pieces to make for more consistency.

[@ericasedc]

@@just9911 I’ll have to find someone to make those for me!

[@anthonymiller8979]

@@just9911 I do the same. Nearly paper thin veg tanned steerhide or a hard rolled veg tanned horsehide bonded to a flat, hard wood or thick MDF makes a finished surface as hard as Masonite.

[@samuraiS30v]

9:16 I believe the reason that it went “dull” so fast is because the substrate is what was doing the actual cutting. Which is way softer than the large vanadium carbides.

[@ericasedc]

Thanks for watching!

[@samuraiS30v]

@@ericasedc hey keep up the awesome content. I love watching.

[@singingtoad]

Thanks for sharing about your experiences with Maxament and explaining how replacing the factory edge makes a huge difference in the performance; I agree with that 100% 👍Take care and Cheers!

[@ericasedc]

Always great to see you ST!

[@glockgaston2922]

Erica really good video. I’ve experienced the same thing with maxamet in that if you sharpen it to a higher grit level,the front end sharpness doesn’t last as long. Thanks for sharing and I hope you and your pups have a great day!!

[@ericasedc]

Thanks always G! Good to see you!!!!❤

[@EastCoastEDC]

Thank you for the great review!! Still keeping my eyes open for a native 5! ❤ your content and you more!!

[@ericasedc]

I love you mostest!!!!

[@davegoodridge8352]

Thanks for the time and work you put into this review.

[@ericasedc]

Thanks for the endless support Dave. I appreciate you! 🎉

[@mikep.9371]

A no bs common sense conclusion to your month of testing and use. Hope all the pups are fine too. Had a Kershaw Livewire (20cv) in the pocket yesterday.

[@ericasedc]

Awesome Mike! I love ya!!!

[@richardvirchow3390]

Great video - I’m as interested in sharpening as I am in new knives designs and performances. I must confess that I haven’t had much experience with the exotic steels, but even as a beginner, this is the best hobby I’ve ever had. Thanks, Erica for another entertaining and informative video..!! 👍

[@ericasedc]

Hey thanks so much for watching R!

[@Stans_Cutlery_Universe]

Thanks for the honest review. I find it interesting that some of the "Super Steels" have weaknesses. Live Long Prosper and Collect Your Own Way!

[@ericasedc]

Thanks for tuning in!!!!

[@LastChanceKnives]

I like steels that are a little more balanced. Some toughness and edge stability is well worth giving up a little edge retention for. K390 in a Stretch 2 has been one of my favorites. Cruwear is another favorite, I'll be making a few fixed blades in it soon. For the past 2 weeks I have been testing a Vosteed Nightshade in Elmax and it is looking very good so far. I think they run it a point or two harder then typical. It's thin and very slicy with very good edge retention and toughness.

[@ericasedc]

I agree!!!! 🎉❤

[@albsureinc23]

I own a Spyderco endela in Cru wear....thats my favorite tool steel....of course along with 3v

[@ericasedc]

Love Cru!

[@oferbechor1579]

Thank you beloved Erica, may the day shine on you with grace - See you at your next video 🐬🐬🐬

[@ericasedc]

See you there!!!

[@brothertrav1]

I commented on one of your first vids as you were beginning the test of this knife. I bought one at about the same time and was comparing it to my normal work edc, a Native 5 in Rex45. In the end, I have felt exactly the same. So it's back to my Rex. I have a Stretch 2 in K390, and will grab a Native 5 in that if they ever show up. :) The Stretch is a great knife for outside edc, but just too big for my work usage. I could go on and on. Your vids are great! Keep 'em coming!

[@ericasedc]

Thanks so much for watching 🎉❤

[@crazyone5409]

Because of you, I now own a Spyderco Native 5

[@ericasedc]

YESSSSS CONGRATS

[@crazyone5409]

Thank you. This knife is the absolute shit!!! Love it!!!

[@crazyone5409]

It’s the CPM SPY27 version too!!!!

[@ericasedc]

@@crazyone5409 YESSS awesome choice

[@crazyone5409]

I was a huge benchmade fanboy but I’ve discovered that Spyderco is better. I’ve just gotten into Spyderco so I was just wondering if you have any other recommendations?

[@deanP.]

This is a very informative video. Thanks for the great explanation and comparisons.

[@ericasedc]

Thanks for the support D!

[@just_nate_8694]

Yeah k390 delica is one im after more than anything... Easier to work with and edge retention is so important.

[@ericasedc]

Mhm!!!❤

[@diezelvh4133]

K390 is the best steel imo. Do a forced patina right off the bat, though. Or a good rust inhibitor spray. I forced with boiling vinegar, and then cut a lemon after to smooth patina out, then Ballistal or food grade super lube. Delica 4 k390 is my favorite knife.

[@just_nate_8694]

@@diezelvh4133 yup that delica will be my next purchase

[@Barney_Greenway]

Been eagerly awaiting your review... now I have to make myself another Espresso, as you commanded 😁☕

[@ericasedc]

Good listening! ❤😂

[@umakako]

As BBB said, a factory edge takes 30-60 seconds to grind, while a handmade meticulous edge may take 30-60 minutes.

[@ericasedc]

Mhm❤

[@knifeaddict1014]

Yup and the factory edge was most likely burnt.

[@floydmorrison2025]

No can do what you. period! you're the fucking BEST man!!! ❤

[@ericasedc]

I love you Jesse! ❤

[@HorsepowerHeaven]

Hey Erica, got this knife today along with some others. Just wanted to comment down here to help out the algorithm somehow! Love the videos always come to you and see how much of a beating it can take before I bring it to work

[@ericasedc]

I love that! Thanks for the support!

[@oleksandrhr3949]

I'm curious whether there is a difference between golden colorado maxamet and Taiwanese (sage 1); Thank you for the video!

[@ericasedc]

I think there is!

[@jaxonbeilner9258]

Great review,really well spoken and informative Thanks

[@ericasedc]

Thanks for watching!

[@DuhYaThink]

Good luck burning a Maxamet edge.👍🏻 not easy too grind. Great shit! Just one today off EBay, my first Maxamet Native. The only steels I don’t have on a Native is lc200n,4v and s35vn. Great model. When you finally use a serrated Spyderco knife,k390 or Magnacut a review would definitely be interesting 😊😉

[@chaddamron3877]

Most informative vid 🔥👊💥💥🍻

[@ericasedc]

Awh, thanks!

[@ethanhansen9451]

You mentioned s90v and that is super sweet! I have been searching your channel for content on it and haven’t found much beyond an initial impressions video on it for a native and bugout. And also a cutting carrots video, nice one actually! How did you feel those performed and compared. I notice neither is mentioned in those steels in more recent videos and see mostly the ranger green s30v or the m4 bugout. For the native, there is a new flavor is test all the time, so I get that one! Was Benchmade’s s90v underwhelming?

[@ericasedc]

I love Spyderco’s S90V and Benchmade’s was mildly underwhelming!

[@terrillschneider3778]

Love you Will eventually break down and buy a Spyderco but not in an exotic steel just a blade longer than 3” and better than S30VN since I already have a Mini Griptillian that I edc So love the review lots and you lots more

[@ericasedc]

T!!!! I love you MOSTEST! ❤🎉

[@edcespanolyeconomico]

Perfect. Show your watch. Looks good

[@ericasedc]

I have before ! It’s a Marathon

[@edcespanolyeconomico]

@@ericasedc uffff good watch

[@mikecurtis2585]

Great video! Have a wonderful weekend 👍👍👍👍

[@ericasedc]

Thank you for the support Mike! Enjoy your blessed Sunday my brother!

[@DuhYaThink]

I chipped my para3 Maxamet taking the staples out of pay stubs. Not horrible but had too sharpen it. Also cruwear on a pm2 I was yanking on a cable I didn’t know there was metal in it and it rolled just a tad. It almost Stropped out. Cruwear is tough. Great steel.

[@yankee2yankee216]

You want a balance, for general use. Maxamet is not balanced. It has probably the highest edge retention of any knife steel, but it is not very tough. Not tough at all. Maxamet is for slicing tomatoes and opening packages, if you are careful to avoid staples! Magnacut or Rex 45 (and any of quite a few steels) have a bit less edge retention, but quite a bit more toughness. You can’t have high levels of both, but you can have a good compromise between those qualities, which could be considered extremes on the same continuum.

[@yankee2yankee216]

I’m always wondering how much it will take to damage my blades, but I want to find out without damaging them, if possible! Therefore, I like to hear about other people breaking THEIR blades! Seriously, I’d like to see a good study of what it takes to break various blade steels, including blades, heat-treated as blades. That would give me a better idea of how I can, or should not treat them.

[@Nickies_edc]

Jeez… you are just a fountain of knife knowledge. I love that you couldn’t stop drinking that coffee 😂

[@ericasedc]

I am OBSESSED with it!😂❤

[@georgia_adventurer]

I gave my Native 5 to a friend…kinda regret it! My favorite Spyderco

[@ericasedc]

You need a new one!!!!!

[@Yankeepride03]

Greetings from The Commonwealth of RI 😎👍👍

[@ericasedc]

Hey there!

[@Robert_Thomas832]

Good coffee and a blade - cool review 👌

[@ericasedc]

Thanks for tuning in R! ❤

[@Knife_guy]

Great review. Even though I have no personal experience with it I agree that Maxamet is probably not a good option for beginners. Same I’d say would be with S110V or M4. If I had a need for the Native 5 I’d get one, however I think I did talk my dad into getting one since he’s looking. Of course he wants the S90V/carbon fiber one😂.

[@ericasedc]

I actually think M4 is great!!!!

[@ivonrei22]

If there’s one thing I’ll retain from this review, it’s that Maxamet is not for me 😅 thanks Erica!

[@ericasedc]

Thanks for watching anyhow bro!

[@baileymoto]

I believe spydercos solution to improve toughness a bit was to lower the hardness a couple/few points?

[@ericasedc]

Ah ok!

[@nicoledodge7240]

So much great info in this video Erica!! You really know what you’re talking about! I definitely like a knife with good toughness so maxamet probably wouldn’t be the steel for me 🤣 I would totally hit staples and all types of things I shouldn’t with the way I use my knives! Haha I love a good patina too!

[@ericasedc]

Oh you would break it day 1 best!🤣

[@CanadianBeachcomber]

Thank you for the review. New subscriber.

[@ericasedc]

Hey there! Thanks for watching. Welcome aboard!!!! ❤

[@just9911]

Though this makes me curious if the “two grit” method would be ideal for maxamet - one side sharpened up to 600, the other side 1400

[@ericasedc]

Possibly!

[@knickly]

I think Gabe actually tried that! It didn't work out great; probably because the method actually depends on deforming the very edge from one side back to center, so it needs a tough/ductile steel.

[@just9911]

@@knickly I keep hearing different ideas on what it actually does. The “micro serrations” things doesn’t make much sense based on the edge photos I’ve seen as well as what I can see through a magnifier on my own knives (not my equipment, but I have had a friend do random testing on some of my shit including photos of the edges). I kinda think it has to be some sort of deliberate burr formation where it’s stout enough not to break off. I’ve only messed around a little with it. For the most part I just go into the 600-800 grit range and be done with it, regardless of the steel.

[@knickly]

@@just9911 agreed, I don't think the microserration concept is valid. Like you said, it seems there's a thick strong burr, then some abrasion is done behind the burr to form a small hollow, then the burr is pushed back. Presumably the apex width grows slower as fast as the wedge wears back; perhaps also the stress field inside the edge is different, leading to less failure at the edge.

[@mazeman01]

I guess I'll just be happy and keep my Delica. Similar size, slightly longer handle, and less expensive.

[@ericasedc]

Good thinking!

[@pauljosephbuggle3722]

I'm an average user and this steel sounds like a pain in the butt. You'd have to spend a ton just to get the effer sharpened. S90v and S110v are chippy enough already. Frankly I prefer midrange steels or carbon steels that I can sharpen relatively easily.

[@ericasedc]

I hear ya my brother

[@richterknives]

Can you believe I still have a factory edge on my PM2? I have only stropped it. It’s just now needing a touch up or sharpening. It’s still sharp but just not that crispy aggressive sharpness I like.

[@latetodagame1892]

Are u kidding?

[@ericasedc]

That is crazy!

[@richterknives]

@@latetodagame1892 nope

[@richterknives]

@@ericasedc it really is. I’ve cut zip ties, wires, cardboard, rubber hoses and God knows what else with it. I strop it and it comes right back screaming till just recently.

[@richterknives]

Great video!!!!!!!!

[@ericasedc]

Thanks King!!!!!🥰

[@glennoliversoliversthefogo4976]

Thank you for another great review. As a novice I will avoid this steel. You have saved me time, frustration, and money. Nice to see the Marathon on your wrist. I own one in coyote tan. Cool watch.

[@ericasedc]

Hey there! Thanks so much for tuning in!

[@tizben]

Erica, have you had experience with Spyderco s110v? I have a manix2 with it and was wondering if I should go 600 grit on it or finer

[@ericasedc]

I have some to test. No experience really !!!!

[@juanjuarez9360]

Love your videos Erica do you have any experience with strider

[@ericasedc]

I do!

[@juanjuarez9360]

@@ericasedc good experience our bad experience?

[@ericasedc]

@@juanjuarez9360 no comment! 🤣

[@juanjuarez9360]

@@ericasedc the reason I’m asking my oldest son that’s 28 years old was in the Marines and a friend of his gave him a strider SMF in CTS-XHP that he got from Malmstrom AFB that he then gifted to me

[@ericasedc]

@@juanjuarez9360 oh awesome!!!!!

[@tomt5745]

Expert level comment. No. Super expert level. No. Insane insight due to expert level knowledge and super deep knowledge based on handling and hands on experience. This is a golden piece of a review. Cudos!

[@ericasedc]

Hey thanks so much! So glad you think so! I am always continuing to learn and grow with the hobby!

[@LosRiji]

Hi, Erica. Did you know the spyderco Native 5 Salt in H1 and that the steel is supposed to harden from use? Can you approve?

[@ericasedc]

I did hear that!

[@LosRiji]

@@ericasedc it's broscience till proven guilty?

[@hamiltonstax334]

Good summary and conclusions. Like your channel format. You are unrelenting in your fault finding, excellent analysis, lots of knowledge. For me, a EDC knife is primarily for cutting, so selecting a cutter with a beneficial secondary quality is desired if needed. That's why Magnacut doesn't cut it for EDC, toughness and stainlessness is it's primary qualities, and edge retention is distant third. If you want a tough knife, then choose 3v, stainless LC200N, or Vanax. EDC cutter for me, not jack if all trades and master of none. BBB has a video on his channel called "Maxamet sharpening explained" that goes through sharpenibg a Maxamet knife that a costomer couldn't handle. Saw another video of yours where you pulled the burr off the blade like a string 《cringe》. Grind off the burr, flaking it off damages it.

[@ericasedc]

Yes I watched that!!!!

[@dengised321]

Question about the finishing on the Native 5 in Maxamet. I noticed the Native 5 in Maxamet has a "satin" finish and the Para 3s and Manix 2s in Maxamet have a "stonewash" finish. I have a Para 3 in Maxamet and I like the knocked-down finishing on the edges of the steel on that knife. Does the Native 5 have the same type of knocked-down edges, or is that treatment only applied to the "stonewashed" versions of Spyderco Maxamet?

[@ericasedc]

@@dengised321 I don’t really know what you’re talking about. I’m sorry!!!

[@dengised321]

@@ericasedc Haha, I was trying to be clear but mucked it up. Basically the edges of the steel on my Para 3 Maxamet have been slightly rounded, making it more comfortable to handle than my other knives. Is the Native 5 Maxamet like that too?

[@ericasedc]

@@dengised321 uhm. I mean they’re not the exact same since the native maxamet is plastic

[@theprestriedge4657]

Great review….I think this steel is to fancy for me though.

[@ericasedc]

Thank you so much for watching!!!

[@theprestriedge4657]

@@ericasedc You are very welcome

[@LosRiji]

Do a ballistol nerofor Patina. K390 looks really rainbowie and stuff

[@ericasedc]

Oh word!

[@LosRiji]

@@ericasedc it would be a honor, if every low Cr knife blade of yours has this unique finish on it (dissolve it 1:10 in water or so, slows the process for more control, polished blades are worth the afford, prepare for honing afterwards)

[@GrapeBaby55]

Best sharpening system for a beginner who doesn’t want to spend over $100?

[@noahams1003]

Work sharp precision adjust for me

[@ericasedc]

I wouldn’t know honestly. I only free hand!

[@GrapeBaby55]

@@noahams1003 Noice.

[@GrapeBaby55]

@@ericasedc there’s something very cool about the old school way. 👍

[@knickly]

Honestly I wouldn't bother with the Precision Adjust. I have one and don't like how much it moves and flexes, and it doesn't do low angles. And it's way more tedious than freehand.

[@timteevin4517]

15v. ?

[@DuhYaThink]

Ya gotta try Mr.Pibb if you have not yet 👍🏻💜

[@DamienNeverwinter]

You forgot to mention the *single* most important aspect of this line by Spyderco -Maxamet bragging rights 😃

[@ericasedc]

Truth!

[@xy8817]

Strategically hiding the hoodie strings I see, Sips coffee

[@ericasedc]

Ok to my defense - we found this in the yard at our old house from the landscapers forgetting it- and it didn’t have strings!!!!

[@xy8817]

@@ericasedc Likely excuse, Green hoodie for a landscaper mmm this story checks out

[@ericasedc]

@@xy8817look at the logo on the sweatshirt! My story is legit😂❤

[@canadianbarber]

Why do they call this light weight ? Just getting into spyderco

[@kkim5000]

it has no steel liners, and the handles are slimmer. it reduces the weight from the regular para 3 by about 30%.

[@knifeaddict1014]

I love the bugout! It’s been a favorite for some time. Iv put a few threw hell

[@knifeaddict1014]

Also you gotta try a chi latte with pumpkin cream cold foam on top!!! At Starbucks It’s my favorite

[@muffemod]

Thanks for the video review! Maxamet def chips like a bitch! Just use a more obtuse angle to help that.

[@ericasedc]

@@muffemod thanks for watching!

[@vinnie42ful]

Is Spyderco and American knives all you review?

[@ericasedc]

Nope!

[@mikeking6686]

NO 15V FOR YOU

[@ericasedc]

Correct!

[@floydmorrison2025]

*no one

[@ericasedc]

You are the best

[@plouiswags1659]

almost sounds like a ceramic knife that is corrosive

[@retardno002]

close enough...

[@georgewashington3012]

I just despise that type of scale though. It looks like something out of a cereal box. I do like Natives though. The fluted titanium version is a work of art.

[@ericasedc]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@plouiswags1659]

🎵Strop it like it's Hot🎶

[@latetodagame1892]

Sounds too complicated for a man.😂

[@ericasedc]

Probably 😂

[@donnymac575]

Based on this information, I don't think maxamet is my jam.

[@ericasedc]

@@donnymac575 it’s not a lot of people’s jam

[@donnymac575]

@@ericasedc I'm currently waiting to receive a couple spyderco stretch 2s in K390, which are probably more of my jam.

[@ericasedc]

@@donnymac575 YES

[@johng.7560]

Be aware that with Spyderco, if you need a 50 cent bushing for your knife pivot, you will have to send your knife back (paying shipping both ways) and pay to have it replaced. They will not simply ship you the part you need. I have a Domino with the paper thin cheap bushing that fails and it will cost me $30 to fix a $1 worth in parts. Their customer service is crap! They never took responsibility for the shit design of the Domino's bearing and bushing.

[@ericasedc]

@@johng.7560 oh no!

[@lymedog3176]

So basically, you buy k390 or vanadis 8 …don’t buy maxamet because it’s really not a good tool steel… as a person who used knives for hundreds of different tasks… like my other tools… it has to be tough… if not save maxamet for paper / string cutting machines not knives, unless you want a show piece. My dad (God rest his soul) worked for a metal heat treatment company and always said ..metal that has to hard Rockwell rating is too brittle for tools. His favorite knife was the Victorinox small Swiss army knife… hell, he processed a 180 lbs Buck with it, just to prove how good it was. That’s a 4116 steel knife too… low Rockwell.

[@Hunting4Hookers]

Big Spyderco fan!

[@ericasedc]

Same!!!

[@Hunting4Hookers]

@@ericasedc 😁👍