Hogue Deka Folding Knife - Overview and Review

[@metal_complex]

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[@joshalmightyblades]

Hey man, can you help me out, I rember a Purple knife that you called the most fidgety knife out. I can't find the video, or rember the name. Might have been some kind of penguin? Please Let me know if you know what I'm looking for!

[@joshcutlip7548]

I personally would take the deka over the bugout but thats just me.

[@Sleepy_spartan717]

Definitely. Yea, you can build your ideal bugout in every way, but the deka flat out has the materials and design for a harder use lightweight edc.

[@masemasemasie]

Deka just has a classic look. And it has better materials for only 9$ more AND it is more lightweight

[@regan.8077]

Obviously. 20cv. g10. Wolf springs instead of omega and a better price. Yeah.

[@Poopyforeskin]

Deka all day

[@_MiMo_]

Hearing whispers of the new polymer ones in Magnacut.😯

[@Frenchy28]

Great review! The cool thing about Hogue, which I think deserves props, is they seem to listen to customer feedback. Your thoughts are consistent with most I’ve seen (and share myself)… “man this is a good knife, I wish the pocket clip was better and they used less screws.” Hogue: “we hear ya, here’s V2 with less screws and a deep carry clip.” I love a company that listens to its customers. I will for sure be getting a Gen2 when they come out. Thanks for looking at it and as always keep up the awesome content! 🤜🤛

[@DefMunkyYT]

I LOVE my Deka! So much in fact I bought a second one to do a blade and hardware swap since I couldn't find a black handle with satin Wharncliffe blade and clip. I carry two knives, usually a smaller main use knife and a larger "heavy duty" knife that doesn't get used nearly as often, and the Deka and BM Super Freek have filled those roles absolutely perfectly.

[@commandlion8667]

This knife is absolutely worth it. It's light, has superb action, slices like a laser and has really good ergos for it's size. First, I bought the Deka Rev2 in blue lava g-mascus with a black 20cv wharnie blade a few months ago. I like that knife so much I just purchased two more - a SMKV Exclusive marbled CF w/gold color swirl Scorpion clip-point in magnacut and a Collector Series CF 20CV w/blue Ti hardware and Tritium crossbar. I only have 15 knives (so far), but 3 are Dekas.

[@Jsmith9055]

I have, and prefer, the Bugout(mini) because its got a really simple classic looking design. I can definitely see why someone thats looking for a more stylized modern or "tactical look might prefer the Deka. Its a really good looking knife. I almost guarantee youll love it no matter which you prefer

[@JCpNK]

I personally like the feel and ergonomics of the deka over the bugout. I own multiple of both (actually have more dekas now). The bugout is only great with titanium or carbon fiber scales. I didn’t think so until I swapped them on mine. The deka is great out the box as is.

[@CamboTriton]

Just ordered a Deka. It's a SMKW exclusive in red, white and blue G-10. and a Wharncliffe blade

[@dbass1955]

Hogue also has some the best factory edges, and personally I'm feed up with Benchmade quality control.

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

Speaking of "quality control": ... fed* up.

[@heavyweightsound]

Agreed! Mine was remarkably RAZOR sharp right out of the box!

[@BrandonGavin_EDC]

Soon as the Deka V2 hits at the end of the year or Q1 of 2022, the Blue G Mascus is mine! Able Lock is definitely superior to the Axis lock. Smoother and the springs are tougher.

[@E323-]

Are you ever going to do a video on the magnacut version and touch on customizations options that have popped up? I feel like it is a great value compared to bugout+customs and a top tier value in the market today. My research for my first "premium" knife would have been much better if that review already existed from you Love the channel regardless!

[@E323-]

To get the ball rolling there are several aftermarket scales out their (OG is the biggest but flytanium just dropped scales as well). For the cheaper price and better steel I would love an updated comparison. Love the channel regardless!

[@edwardk6764]

I pre-ordered a blacked out cerakote deka wharncliffe, been waiting for Hogue to make more. Been waiting a month. Meanwhile, I purchased a Sig by Hogue k320 nitron tanto. I really like the action of the able lock(after some nano oil), and am looking forward to recieving my deka. Hoping they send a gen 2. As far as USA made knives, Hogues are a good bang for the buck in my opinion. Thanks for the review.

[@danielwasused]

when i saw your unboxing i got reminded of this knifes existence and was really considering it

[@billyhooks99]

Great review MC, I own both versions of the deka as well as the bugout. Deka is my main edc blade. I just like the feel of it in hand better.

[@bullred21101]

The thumb studs are that shape to fit their proprietary tool.. IMO the Deka shines with the Wharcliffe blade shape. It's so utilitarian. If you want a drop point get the Ritter.

[@ArmedMechanic]

I have the new Gen 2; my wife has the Gen 1. Love them both. Extra screws don’t matter to me.

[@3sts246]

Some people (me) prefer the look of the Deka. That being said owning a Ritter Hogue and 940 both are solid companies. Looking forward to maybe getting my hands on the new deka.

[@evancobb6622]

I have a tricked out 154cm/cpm154 (can’t remember) Benchmade griptilian it has some smexy AWT scales, currently my all around work knife. The deka however, seems like a nice alternative.

[@BrandonGavin_EDC]

I believe BM used 154CM. CPM 154 is better overall but most people couldn’t tell the difference and it mainly come down to how well it was heat treated.

[@AudibleVisibIe]

@@BrandonGavin_EDC 154 cm is much easier to sharpen imo

[@BrandonGavin_EDC]

@@AudibleVisibIe it’s a great steel even today, we are just spoiled how cheap it is now.

[@evancobb6622]

@@BrandonGavin_EDC looking at it now it is 154cm. I personally don’t have experience with much outside of s30v and this 154cm. I think it’s just great! And I got the grip. for $65 from a work buddy so I’m hyped to have it!

[@BrandonGavin_EDC]

@@evancobb6622 awesome deal and yes both S30V and 154 CM are great all around steels. S30V is still one of the best rounded steels out there. Great edge retention, stainless, easy to sharpen. Easy to get a great heat treat. 154 is the same way with less edge retention but still pretty good.

[@Baywire]

I really want the warncliff version, but I'm waiting for the Gen 2 because it'll have a deep carry clip and less screws. Anyone know when that's set to release?

[@MrLlama999]

I think it’s supposed to be the end of 2021 but got held up by covid. They seem to have them at shows.

[@57HEMIviken]

I don't even care about the clip just the screws its going to look like a completely different knife.

[@ArmedMechanic]

I got a Gen 2 about a week ago from Knife Center. Wife claimed my old Deka so I order a green Mascus clip point and I got a Gen 2. Only has three screws on each side, deep carry clip, and no place holder for the clip mount on the opposite side. It wasn’t advertised as a Gen 2, that’s just what I got. I like it but I like the Gen 1 just as well.

[@AudibleVisibIe]

Might have to grab one of these when the gen 2 drops. I don't need one but it's just a good value and would be great for work/edc

[@alibby22]

Addendum, sorry, I would say Hogue has some of the best value knives period, not just USA knives. The price of the Deka is competitive, maybe even slightly better, than even foreign made knives. I have been very impressed and am currently enjoying my purple Mini-RSK quite a bit.

[@philkight2630]

I have the Deka, use it for wrapping gifts

[@ChanWoo410]

Getting in the Hogue Ritter mini rsk1 in blue Gmascus today, can’t wait for the deka 2.0 to come out. Will be sure to get the new deka if I’m happy with the ritter💯

[@tghartman321]

I own both the Deka and the Bugout. With the exception of the 20CV steel, I prefer my Bugout. The Deka is more interesting looking (I have the blue lava scales, modified to be skinnier by Outpost76, plus aftermarket deep carry clip). The main issue I have with it is that the omega springs are very weak on mine. While that makes for smooth action, it can quite easily be wrist flicked open, without using the thumb studs or disengaging the crossbar lock. And I mean extremely easy. So far it hasn't come open in the pocket, but it is a concern of mine. Legally, this could cause an issue if "gravity" knives are illegal where you live. Not an issue here in Ohio, but something to be aware of. All in all, I don't hate the knife, and I got a great deal on it from a guy I met in an FB EDC group. But if I'd have known that an updated version was coming out, I'd probably have waited.

[@Joker-yb6ks]

Can i ask, hogue and zero tolerance, which 1 brand better??

[@nathanstewart7766]

Looks like it would be a good work knife. I use mini grip and delica right now but I'd like the 20cv better I think

[@butterboy2246]

Still waiting on that Hogue Deka 2.0!

[@57HEMIviken]

Excited for the gen 2 with less body screws. I'm not worried about them falling out just a purely asthtetics thing that drives me insane because i like everything else about the knife. Hogue is really giving benchmade some solid competition.

[@nandayane]

The factory edge is awesome on my magna-cut deka. I don’t like the as-is statement when it comes to warranty, I have never seen a company that won’t guarantee against defects.

[@pbrian9527]

Where can I get the deep carry clip that they are putting on the new Deka?

[@PocketMetal]

Gonna get that Polymer version!

[@MrLlama999]

They just released Gen 2 in Grivory (or similar) but with cheaper with less screws and a deep Carry clip. G10 is still an option.

[@_MiMo_]

They use a stronger steel for their springs.

[@BrandonGavin_EDC]

Another great thing about the V2 Dekas coming out is they are doing a polymer version with 20CV still and they are trying to hit a $105 price point. I hope some aftermarket companies like Flytanium start making scales/screw sets/clips for the Deka.

[@Sleepy_spartan717]

If they did start making aftermarket hardware and scales, it’ll definitely blow the bugout away. Customization is the only thing the bugout has over this at this point in my opinion.

[@BrandonGavin_EDC]

@@Sleepy_spartan717 I agree

[@Greenmachine305]

How is the edge holding?

[@regan.8077]

Yes its still a worth it but I'm waiting for the Gen 2.

[@rodrigorodgers3148]

Yes this is nice, getting it.

[@devon08059]

The New Hogue Deka is 0.5 Oz lighter with a deep carry clip and 6 screws and pocket clip plat less.

[@eddiecastellana9339]

Picked up the deka for $30 less than the baseline bugout

[@PapaGanoush07]

I'd recommend waiting for the reduced hardware version because the angular screw head beneath the clip causes a snag problem. It drives me a little crazy to be honest.

[@bryanbisbey6386]

Does anyone know if the axis locks are interchangeable between bugout and deka? It would be sweet to get a rhino tritium piece into a deka

[@holdernewtshesrearin5471]

Nice looking knife.

[@CHUCKIT]

Thanks for posting

[@mikejurnak0324]

Great knife for the price 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@prestonluscher776]

Can this be this knife be hard used?

[@metal_complex]

I wouldn't pry with it if that's what you're asking

[@prestonluscher776]

@@metal_complex holy crap didn’t know you were gonna answer I meant can this be used more than just normal edc open boxes type of deal

[@metal_complex]

Lol dude I am not too cool to answer people 😅 - I mean it's durable, but in the sense that it'll be used as a knife should. I wouldn't use it for anything outside of normal knife stuff

[@superrad1659]

I REALLY want the modified wharncliffe model, think ill wait for the V2 tho. I also really wish anybody made Deka scales... Some nice Micarta or Ti scales would set it off! The g10 scale design looks kinda meh.

[@alibby22]

I had the Deka for a while. Very good knife, very well done. But it didn't speak to me and I kept the Bugout and sold my Deka. It has great value, but just not for me.

[@ryanjennings6541]

I think its worth it. The only hogue I would be interested in. Ive put one in my cart several times, just always end up backing out. I think the bugout feels better and looks better I dont mind the grivory. thats just me.

[@stratobungle]

Thanks for the review! My blue G-Mascus Wharncliffe Deka is my dressy knife - I added a deep-carry clip out of titanium that is supposed to be for a ZT that works quite well. Love it to bits, though my recent AD20.5 acquisition is my favorite. BTW - I scored my Deka for about $127 from a major retailer! (I find the Bugout a really boring design, but that's just IMHO...)

[@grogdocr]

Any idea where I could find that clip?

[@stratobungle]

@@grogdocr It was an MXG Gear clip meant for a ZT - read about it on a forum somewhere - but after carrying it for a while I realized it is not that well suited and went back to the stock clip. I'll bet Hogue sells the one for the Deka II in the near future, they sell their clips for less than $12 direct!

[@grogdocr]

@@stratobungle Thanks! I'll keep an eye out. Deep carry clip would be nice. I just ordered a Deka in dark earth g-mascus, but haven't received it yet. This will be my first knife worth over $100 and I'm pretty excited.

[@stratobungle]

@@grogdocr I've been collecting for about 40 years, but in a very limited fashion (don't have the funds to get crazy) - what I will say about the Deka, compared to all the knives I own - it feels the most like an extremely precise cutting tool, like what a surgeon would carry as an EDC. Something about the silent and smooth action of the lock, the thin blade stock, and the edge they put on the 20cv blade. Mine is the modified Wharncliffe - and it's just nuts. Enjoy!

[@grimecrimetime]

Benchmade doesn't feel substantial. Feels like a toy. I understand what they are going for, but I like a little more weight and beef. I would take hogue 320 over griptilian as well

[@Verto4321]

Those darn omega springs tho

[@_MiMo_]

I think the new polymer ones are a little over $100.

[@peetsnort]

Am i the only person who hates the thumb button catching up on sacking or cloth when doing a long deep cut. ?

[@wupwop]

Heck yeah

[@AudibleVisibIe]

This vs bugout is a no brainer imo. A bugout in 20cv would cost you what, $200? Classic butterfly tax

[@erikkenna4102]

Hit the nail on the head..the new models are supposed to have less hardware and a deep carry clip..

[@Cyanoblades]

I'd be more inclined to try Hogue if there were more aftermarket options for their knives. I really only like knives that you can mod.

[@fuzze321]

this thing is $97 at dack outdoors

[@griffinm9]

The scales on the magnacut version are the worst I’ve ever come across

[@JustinL13]

Unless I decide to carry a 4-max in Bermuda shorts, weight is irrelevant to me.

[@jb2257]

The deka looks much more “masculine” to me the Bugout looks like a girl scout should be carrying it

[@P-tricky13]

Without the flytamium crossfade scales, the bugout is a super boring design to me.

[@lordquenntillieusiii9250]

But but but MC Bugout is lighterer

[@markanderson8677]

Hogue Deka has lost its value. Personally, I've been sticking wiht Spyderco. I love their Manix 2 offerings, the Para 3, the 940's and the PM 2.

[@bfboobie]

Hogue Deka is junk. 940 and 535 and spydercos are better yes.