Giving Knives To Strangers! || Why Doesn't Everyone Carry a Pocket Knife?

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0:01 Intro
0:17 Going Bungie Jumping With Knives!
1:11 Can You Fight A Bear With Knives?
2:33 Ben Tries to Steal A Strangers Pocket Knife 😂
3:12 How Often Have You Lost Your EDC Gear?
4:15 Scoping Pocket Clips
4:48 What Does A Construction Operator Carry?
5:54 She Was In the Army and Fell In Love With The Lander EDC Pocket Knife
7:52 Ben Always Has Something For Everyone!
8:31 She Has Never Carried A Pocket Knife Until She Found Out How Awesome They Are!
You know when me and Ben team up we are going to have a good time! With the Holidays in full swing we decided to hit the pavement and hand out some handy EDC tools from KNAFS. We were really interested in talking with people who do not EDC a pocket knife to see why they don't carry one regularly and if they would be interested in trying. We have some great conversations, get kicked out of a mall, and make some friends along the way. Hope you dig it!

[@ttmac8948]

It great to see your generosity. No one has ever walked up to me and randomly given me anything, especially a pocket knife. Thanks for doing something nice for others.

[@zacinthewild]

Nothing better then putting the good out there! Everyone was awesome to talk to as well.

[@frenstcht]

A guy once randomly gave me a bag of weed. Does that count?

[@bootsND]

@@frenstcht counts fs😂

[@hithere4719]

@@frenstchtbecause you already had a pocket knife 👍🏻

[@frenstcht]

@@hithere4719 It all makes sense now!

[@censusgary]

“Why doesn’t your wife carry a pocket knife?” “Because she can kill people with her bare hands.” Best answer ever.

[@Unacknowledged182]

me: dying laughing LOL

[@VrodegTheGoblin717]

@@Unacknowledged182 she: killing you laughing LOL

[@jonahardayfio7746]

Because this isn’t the UK

[@lunalovegoodwitch]

@@jonahardayfio7746 because if it's in America they can still question you if you're carrying it visibly around I personally think it's not a good idea to carry a knife regardless of where you are as if you get drunk or anything like that where you can't concentrate well then carrying a knife could have consequences

[@toolthoughts]

@@lunalovegoodwitch if you're using alcohol or other drugs responsibly, you know to take it into account and not to try anything silly or to be honest, not use drugs in quantities that make you impaired the tool isn't the problem here

[@kzrsh03]

I only carry a knife for the off chance I run into Ben, Jamie, and Zac and I can show it off. Great content as always guys!

[@mandoky1647]

I carry one in case I need to lodge it into some summer sausage, cheese, and crackers.

[@thefattesthagrid]

I never carry one so I can get a free one next time, again..

[@Nevyn515]

To mug them? Why else would you walk up to someone with a knife? And why would anyone approach two dudes in the street who are carrying knives?

[@bradleythompson4198]

Kurt seems like a cool dude too lol

[@_brianm]

As the token knife enthusiast among my friends, family and coworkers, I appreciate the work you guys are doing. These videos always make me smile 👍🏻

[@zacinthewild]

Got to spread the good word!

[@Head-Comrade]

Knifes for life

[@Head-Comrade]

Wait a good fundraiser - Knifes for lives - selling knifes for donation money

[@stevea9456]

Love pocket knives. I remember finding my first pocket knife in the dirt! It was a fishing pocket knife that had been lost and was rusted and dirty. My Dad and I restored it as a project together - and I've had it ever since. The pocket knife is a useful, basic tool that comes in handy. Nice to see how it has evolved.

[@toshikotanaka3249]

I agree. I carry a Victorinox Swiss Army knife and I've had many instances where I needed scissors, or a knife, or a phillips screwdriver etc. Very handy tool.

[@billballbuster7186]

Though I hid it from my parents, I carried a pocket knife at an early age, usually a cheap British army surplus "clasp knife" with can/bottle opener and marlin spike or a Swiss Army Knife. In the early 1960s an essential tool for a latch key kid.

[@ethanlareau3970]

Isn’t it amazing what a difference you can make in a person’s day with a simple act of charity? The smiles on their faces were awesome! Keep up the great work!

[@Musicmaster6921]

Such a simple video yet I found myself just smiling the whole time. The Joy these two get out of just interacting with people is great to see.

[@lancasteredc7773]

I think this is awesome for both knife community and non members of the knife community because it shows US not everyone had a knife and to be practical at the end of the day but it’s also brings non knife people into the knife world which is cool…

[@zacinthewild]

We’re trying to spread the good word😁

[@michaelmorrison4843]

Thanks for spreading the use of a pocket knife as a "tool" not a weapon! The majority of people think negatively about a knife other than a kitchen knife! It's a handy tool for many uses as is a hammer axe saw ...etc. Great job giving them away for free! 🤔😁

[@rothero1363]

It sucks being in the UK - It is literally impossible for me to ever bump into you guys, and you're super cool and responsible for my knife habit. My last buy was the Milwaukee 6 in 1, tool you recommended. Keep up the great work chaps.

[@WhuDhat]

oi, yew god a loysense fuh thos?

[@Kobanyai_enjoyer]

Mate, don't go walking around with shanks around the uk. Old Bill catches you with a butter knife in ya pocket and you got yourself a 500 quid fine.

[@rothero1363]

@@Kobanyai_enjoyer Nothing wrong with a UK legal pocket knife in the correct circumstances in the UK. I carry one a lot. I just wish there were nice people handing free ones out like they were, that's all.

[@karvast5726]

Knives are a very touchy subjects there but hey you can still carry a traditional slip joint knife,worked for years,still works for the years to come

[@vincentlok8894]

@@karvast5726 can you carry a Swiss Army knife? Or a multi tool?

[@Bojangles6]

This is in some way spiritual and wholesome. A knife is a basic life tool that humans have been using every day for millenia, and giving a knife to someone is like proverbially "teaching a man to fish."

[@jasonscott6906]

That’s awesome to see you all out talking to people and giving Ben’s awesome knafs stuff away. Thanks for always staying positive Zac, Jamie and Ben. Great video guys!!!

[@zacinthewild]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@petrimakela5978]

Nice to watch a video that makes you smile in a wholesome way

[@piepawrench]

From a 75yr old Vietnam veteran that ALWAYS carriers a pocketknife, (plus sump Um a little stronger), I enjoyed this video.

[@Phdintheory]

Carried a knife all my life. Currently have an otf that my lady bought but didn't really like so she gave it to me. Out of all the tools used in an average day the pocket knife is hands down the number one tool I reach for. I think I probably find a use for it about five to ten times a day.

[@asterman2463]

My biggest fear is being stopped by these two and not having my pocket knife in my pocket haha. Don’t leave the house without mine. Great vid guys

[@dirtpounder]

That's when you take the opportunity and say "oh uh no sir I dont have one, yes I'll take that free one!"

[@SevereTstormFan]

And what pocket knife do you carry?

[@Terwin82]

or carrying a el cheapo gas station knife.

[@TheCrafsMan]

What a neat thing to do! :D I'm from the SOUTH-south United States and was raised to always carry a pocketknife. And it's crazy to think how different of a world we live in now: At one time (at least in the south), school kids had not only pocketknives but would roll into the parking lot with a rear-window gunrack, all decked out. It was never seen as scary, though, because it was a very different time then. (Mental health being what it is TODAY... yes, that would have been alarming.)

[@derivativegal9423]

I love Zac and Ben. So happy you guys are making videos together again.

[@zacinthewild]

It’s a great excuse to do wierd stuff together.😁

[@sauce1302]

@@zacinthewild never stop the collabs and the "in the wild" stuff!! You're becoming the heart of the knife community!

[@Zombu47]

I almost always carry a pocket knife on me. About 10 years ago I was working at a steak house and was opening boxes of meat to label and set in the fridge to thaw. One of the ladies that worked the counter walked over and got scared because I pulled out my knife to cut the tape on the box. She asked why I carry a weapon on me. Mind you this was a 3 inch blade folding knife so to me this was probably the smallest pocket knife I've ever carried. Also keep in mind I'm surrounded by 5-9 inch chef and butcher knives/cleavers on the walls. I understand that not everyone grows up around knives as tools but that still tickles my funny bone to this day.

[@cliffguthrie7530]

The knife evangelists! Awesome generosity and fun to watch. Keep up the good work!

[@chrisseeman2215]

I’m 54 and I’ve been carrying a pocket knife since I was 8. Right now I daily carry a Emerson CQC-7 mini.

[@2873lonewolf]

So cool of you guys to make peoples day. Never have i ever been approached like that and it makes me smile watching others receive.

[@zacinthewild]

Definitely feels great great giving🤘

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

I'm glad that you didn't show anyone with a negative vibe towards pocket knives. This video was all smiles and giggles. Thank-you.

[@ogenmatic]

These vids are awesome! Love the reactions you get from folks and it’s a wonderful way to promote the positive aspects of carrying & owning knives.

[@zacinthewild]

Lots of people don’t realize how handy these little tools are👊

[@Chaosgoat]

You guys are the BEST! I know you made this channel for pretty much all your adventures, crafts and outdoor stuff, but you and Ben should start a new one together and keep doin this stuff, I mean I bet most of us here started into this (knives n EDC stuff) by watching your good ol days at BHQ. That'd really be AWESOME. All the best to you and Ben!!

[@mynamesjudge]

The guy at 3:40 was me until I started buying all my knives in blaze orange. It makes finding my knife so much easier.

[@ST-ue5fb]

Zac - you and Ben are so fantastic together (as is Jamie behind the camera). I really love your videos. They are always so fun and upbeat!!

[@californiasun5866]

I have always carried a pocket knife since my dad gave me a TL 29 when I was a kid. I eventually carried a three-bladed knife. But I grew tired of the bulky feel I always had in my pocket. So late in life I grew to like slim and thin knives with a thumb stud. You mentioned opening boxes. I worked in auto parts for 17 years. I always used my big bladed knife to slice open boxes. One day I sliced open a big box and inside was a folded vinyl covered pad for the back of a station wagon. My knife slit the pad the full length of one fold. After that I found a tiny box cutter that fit on a key chain. With that I could just cut the tape on a box, and never ever sliced what was in a box again.

[@sbaunbooth1932]

Wait...everyone doesn't always carry a knife...really?

[@Stalker6622]

Yes ,there are people out there that dont carry a knife. And their lifes are miserable and shallow.

[@zacinthewild]

🤣🤣

[@sbaunbooth1932]

Well that just ain't right

[@1977NOBODY]

I didn’t start carrying a knife until this year….It’s a decent knife for me right now. I believe it’s the Wesn Allman in titanium 👍🏻I’m looking into the Benchmade bugout as my next knife

[@VaftrudnerKGA]

I´m not allowed to here in Sweden. It sucks, but I do have a small multitool with a small blade on if needed. ;-)

[@andyhayward1261]

That’s awesome what you guys are doing! Really a great example of rehabilitating the often stigmatised reputation of the knife carrying community! The vast, vast majority of people carry knives as handy everyday tools not as weapons - nothing to be afraid of ❤

[@americanmade6996]

"knife carrying community". I know what you mean, but it saddens me. I'm old enough to remember when men simply carried pocket knives--you had one from the moment you put pants on in the morning. Not because it was "manly", but because a knife is a tool (humanity's first manufactured tool) and grownups were expected to be able to do things.

[@andyhayward1261]

@@americanmade6996 yep it’s very unfortunate that we constantly have to explain why we would possibly want to carry a knife as tho we’re psychopaths who want to stab people. Because they’re incredibly useful tools!

[@chrisreuther4546]

You two are just amazing! Love everything y’all do!

[@zacinthewild]

Thanks so much!

[@josephlopez6501]

you guys are the best! ... Knife-less men are life-less men!

[@rbarnard264]

This is what humanity is all about. What a wonderful video guys! Thanks for this kind of content you two have brought joy in awesome way. Merry Christmas to you men.

[@ANYONE3041937kyc]

Great that knives are not criminalised where you live. I wish it was like that everywhere.

[@NeevesKnives]

Why do I never get to run into someone that asks if I carry a pocket knife. One day it will happen and I will be prepared lol

[@aaftiyoDkcdicurak]

From the guy who carries as much as Batman on his belt.

[@respektmygamer]

I love it when Zac, Ben, and Jamie are together, just like the good old days 😁. Love the channel Zac, and my next knife will definitely be the Lander, love everything Ben has been doing over at Knafs 💪🏾.

[@gstearsman]

The only time I never have a knife on me is when I’m in the shower, or when I’m sleeping. Currently contemplating which pocket knife to take to my company Christmas party tonight.

[@zacinthewild]

Hard deduction! Let me know what you land on🤘

[@gstearsman]

@@zacinthewild Went back with 1 of last week’s carry ZT 0562CF, a blacked out Spyderco Shaman full serrated, and this one I had to look up because it was a gift from my late uncle, and he just gave it to me and I always thought oh nice little Gentlemans carry knife never had any information on it before still can’t find any information on it. A Gerber 4660813A1

[@grimreaper6042]

Ben you are a great guy and very generous I have already picked up a Lander but if I hadn’t I would get one just to support you thank you for all you do in the community

[@MrFreefonix420]

Imagine doing this in london lol

[@CJRoberts8812]

Before I retired, I had a friend that would need a knife about once a week or so. He'd look at me and ask, "You have a knife?" I'd give him a "raised eyebrow" look, with a silent "Really?" because he KNEW that I always have three knives on me. A Victorinox Tinker, a Joe Pardue Utilitac II, (2), and a Leatherman. I've carried a pocket knife since I was about 10 years old and my parents gave me a Boy Scout knife for Christmas. It absolutely astounds me that there are people who DON'T carry a pocket knife.

[@justinmiilu4767]

I genuinely love how much you guys love pocket knives. It's what I have loved since your days of blade hq. This is quickly becoming one of my favorite channels

[@TheGreatest1974]

Amazing to be walking around gifting good knives to people. I just today gifted a vintage postman’s whistle to my postman. He was pleased as punch with it!👍🇬🇧

[@c.o.r.v.i.d1617]

Man I want to meet these guys so bad just to show off my knives to someone who appreciates them.

[@superdanriley]

I love when you do the "what kind of knife do you carry" videos. My absolute favorite. And Ben's Lander is for sure on my want list. A knife thats customizable is a great idea! Ben can you go one step further and make a knife that's modular. Some days I want white scales white blade. Some days I want gray ti scales black blade and blue hardware. Just a thought. Great video Zak. Please keep doing the "what's in your pocket knife" videos. Ben please send me a lander and a poster to Ohio. Thanks in advance gentlemen. Daniel

[@MerricMaker]

Best explanation I've heard: Having a knife is like having a truck. It's perfectly possible to go through life without one, but about once a week someone will need to borrow it.

[@rilesmattix5217]

Bro this is literally illegal in many countries. Insane how basic things like this are so restricted outside of the US. Love this country

[@amacce79]

You guys are great ambassadors for the knife community. I cannot thank you enough for being such great representatives of our community. Thank you.

[@daniellyne1]

Hey guys that's so kind and generous of you both good on you'll, its so nice that kindness is still about in this day and age .God bless you both 🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 enjoying your videos from across the pond Swift and Bold

[@mikafoxx2717]

A good pocket knife is always handy to have. I love my Opinel EDC, and Mora companion if going outdoors. I don't smoke but also always carry a lighter, couple bandages, enough cash for some food in case the system is down (again). A Leatherman is also a good tool. Pliers are the best if you've got something that needs fixing.

[@glasius22]

Nice, i gave my wife a ZT 0770CF as early christmas gift she loves her assisted opening pocket knives (because nails and stuff), she started loving them 'cause of my own love for pocket knives and multitools, it's very cool how now i can handle her a pocket knife and she knows how to open and close them with no problem

[@motorolas]

I've had a Leatherman Micra for 16 years. Got my 11yo daughter and 8yo son their own Micra this year, and hope they have years of use.

[@taylormahan1744]

Merry Christmas. My edc is the talwar xl serrated. Looking forward to my lg luzon under the trees 🌳. I've had to cut a blown tire from a T/T. A great knife 🔪 is the best edc multi tool.

[@matthewhiggerson6764]

You guys are freaking awesome!!!! Ive been giving pocket knives to my sons friends and other people I meet along the path of life. I have had a few of them comment years later how they can not live without them now.

[@larrykoroush6995]

It's good to see two knife guys I use to watch alot, and learn from, out doing what they like

[@OreoDave]

2 nice guys doing nice things. I'm here all day for it! 👍😁👍

[@tylerbryant5021]

DANG IT. This was in my local area. 🤦‍♂ I knew as soon as I had Deja Vu looking outside the Scheels store lol. Would have loved to meet you guys!

[@xkolbacca7160]

Same! I’m there all the time

[@dvv1823]

I carry 2 knives daily, a sodbuster in my front pocket and a AG Russell "Woods walker" in my right hip pocket. For me it is a great duo that handle just about all my needs.

[@mattharvey968]

Very cool and fun to see non knife people get a pocket knife and the smiles on their faces!✌️

[@vojdanzaprov4643]

I admire your enthusiasm guys. Keep up the good work of keeping the oldest tradition alive. Greetings from Macedonia.

[@utookmynames]

I would be so excited. I love a new knife, nice seeing others get excited. I got my first “nice” knife this year and I can’t ever go back. The only cheap knife I’ll carry now is a box cutter.

[@simonrockstream]

great vid! Would love more vids like this!

[@WolfQuantum]

I'm the guy who when someone asks if I have a knife on me replies. "Yes. Don't you?" I'm also the guy who routinely carries a flipper, a Leatherman Wave, and a SAK Manager. Each for its assigned purpose. Then there are the hundred or so other knives at home. So yeah, cool video, and thanks for encouraging people to carry a knife and educating them that it's a tool.

[@solomonkane408]

You guys are very cool for doing this I’ve met so many people who say “why do I need a knife” ,my answer is always “why don’t you need one “

[@livingeveryday777]

Envelope and box openers, basic self defence, something to fiddle with, something to learn to sharpen, backup defence to a pistol, backup field dresser…everyone should carry

[@1001Hobbies]

In 1990 I got a job in an Irrigation Warehouse, selling and mostly shipping irrigation parts. I had carried small pocket knives before but to cut down cardboard boxes to "right size" the box for shipping an item, as well as for opening boxes of new inventory to put on the shelf, I got a larger pocket knife. I've carried a larger pocket knife ever since because I learned how incredibly handy it is on a weekly basis in the rest of my life as well. Then while I was an Assistant Scout Leader I learned having a serrated blade to be able to cut rope and saplings was also necessary. So since then I've had knives with 1/2 serrated blade. I am on my second, and last, Benchmade Knife, only because I can't imagine ever needing a different knife. This one is quality, and serves my needs perfectly.

[@WhatsthePOINT_EDC]

That’s very cool. Knives can get a bad rap. Things like this go a long way for the knife community.

[@jasonK1375]

Last girl was cool and cute lol. A new carrier!!! Spread the love!

[@JohnFleshman]

My edc knife is a tiny fixed blade I made last year. 3 finger grip with a 2 inch blade. great for opening boxes and shipping bags.

[@i2rtw]

My wife still talks about how the Leatherman I got her was the best Mothers’ Day gift ever.

[@tonnynijholt7090]

This video has the best vibes! Very genuine guys and great energy!

[@56588]

Utah people are so nice!

[@rustycleaver8231]

Very interesting that opening Amazon packages is such a common answer to why folks have a pocket knife. Carrying my WE Banter today. It’s my go-to for around the house cutting tasks.

[@thehudsons8778]

Love you guys..... just got the lander with the mountain scales for my 15 year old daughter for Christmas, and the tool burrito and the iFix driver for me

[@Immopimmo]

Classic Lynn Thompson! Guy's a frickin' legend!

[@gregtomamichel973]

Pete from Cedric & Ada's Gear and Outdoors often talks about thinking about knives as tools, just like we would think about a screwdriver or wrench. I like the discussion in this video, normalising a knife as an EDC tool. I carry a Surge or Sog multitool.

[@GreatGabriel11]

Amazon mostly but I've also use my knife as a pry bar, shovel, a stick to knock somthing closer/grab and I bit of food cutting

[@user-qjvqfjv]

Knives are one of my favorite gifts to give. People don't realize how much they need one until I give them one.

[@70lightning]

Its because of things like this that I supported the lander kick starter. Keep doing good things gentlemen.

[@elijahpenberthy9449]

I need to meet you guys! Then you can give me knives too 🤣🤣 Really cool video!

[@5_C_G]

This was so amazing, love, appreciation for community, and preparedness. ❤

[@LiquidRetro]

Fun episode, I love watching these man on the street videos. I guess us knife enthusiasts are rare, we don't come up that often.

[@tcranger85]

1:23 for the win. Both a Benchmade and Leatherman Free. Solid…

[@maxlvledc]

Omg this is a great idea. This was so much fun! Those last three people...I couldn't stop smiling lol.

[@Jimmy-gd5ho]

I'm a PM2 in s45 with camo scales EDC guy. Shaman on the wknds for the garage where I prefer the added strength

[@Mortalcoil100]

That was a great video and a super awesome thing for you guys to do. Lots of fun and positive energy. Knafs is Ben's company... I will definitely have to keep it in mind for future purchases.

[@mattdg1981]

I couldnt imagine leaving the house without my knife and olight i3t. Always have them in my edc. When I'm working on my property I also carry either my officers model 1911 or my j frame 357. My knife of choice is an Ontario RAT model 2.

[@ToolFoolz]

It’s so cool to see you and Ben back together.

[@carguy1979]

He’s right. I’m either opening Amazon packages, Target boxes or Costco products and the occasional letter with mine. Or breaking down boxes to recycle them. 😂

[@richyrich5049]

I carry a Kershaw Leek on the daily basis. It doesn’t come in handy every day, but when I do need it, I am glad its there.

[@glennhurley1479]

That is one well-designed, handly little knife, I carried one for years. Now if they'd make it out of something like Cruwear or Magnacut ...

[@XxIcedecknightxX]

I've always wanted to do this even though I did something similar at my old work. I bought a normal crooked river and used it at worked. Many of my co-workers were a bit nervous around the fact that I had a knife but relaxed about it after a while and even borrowed it from time to time. I ended up buying a lot of them CRKT Quids, Pilars and Kershaw Cinders.

[@skulledmonte84]

I been carrying the same Craftsman wood grips, stainless steel, razor knife every day since 06

[@iridiumscribe4915]

This is really cool to see, living in Utah now, I recognize every location now. I've been carrying a pocket knife for eight years, mostly it was the Victorinox Spartan until TSA confiscated it from me. I carried a Opinel No.8 Carbone until I gave it to a friend who needed a knife. Now I don't carry anything but I do miss carrying one to open boxes and utility purposes.

[@The4cp]

Love seeing people get knives. Just ordered the Big Banter Ben. Can't wait for it to get here!

[@gpjadams2]

That's awesome. If I did that, I wouldn't say I went and made content, I'd say I just went out there and had fun and everything else just fell together.

[@nahumdeleon8453]

This guy's are changing the world!!!

[@Nick_The_Knife]

Another great video with you two. In life if someone I know says "I need a knife", I will give them one that I think will fit their needs. I love when they actually use them and it's even better when they become knife enthusiasts. It would be awesome if you could track some of these people down in a month to check in.

[@jeannette7154]

I sell knives at gun shows in NC and my business name is Deerfield Cutlery and the motto: Cutting Edge Tools for Everyday Life. I'm not promoting my business, just love the comment about knives being tools (in the video). That made me smile! 😀

[@kilianhzh]

EDC: Victorinox Waiter. It sits on my keychain so it is on my body all the time. I use it daily. For heavier tasks and outdoor stuff I have a Leatherman Wave and a Victorinox Climber.

[@kushviper]

Got my blacked out Baby Banter and tritium thumb stud from Knafs this week and loving it. Can’t put it down. Happy to support Ben while getting great stuff too!

[@zacinthewild]

So rad! Ben has done great designs and is a pretty cool dude too💪