How to Clean and Maintain Your EDC Knife

[@bear112]

*I hope you include this story in your next video.* About a month ago I decided to start carrying a bandana because I could use it to stop bleeding or dry off my hands or wipe something off. Then the next week I was looking for one of my friends so I went out to the school courtyard but then I saw my other friend lying on the ground with someone holding a knit cap up to his head. My immediate reaction was to go over and see what was happening I saw blood all over my friends head and his hand. I then pulled out my bandana and put it on the the effected area to stop the bleeding because the knit cap was doing nothing. I made sure to apply pressure to the wound and it eventually stopped the bleeding. Later I learned that someone threw a rock at his head but it was an accident. My friend is now all healed up and I spent some time at his house the next day and he acted completely normal. He said right after that he was taken to the hospital and got his head glued up. Luckily I had the bandana to stop the bleeding and also I had been first aid trained. After washing the bandana I still carry it everyday.

[@bear112]

Please include this story in your next video because I hope it inspires others to carry bandanas or handkerchiefs.

[@CatManiaShorts]

@@bear112 Wise words. I always bring a rag or bandana wherever I go just incase. (fishing, hunting etc.)

[@bear112]

@@CatManiaShorts the sad news is that i lost the bandana

[@Slankysausage]

I read this entire comment reading “banana”, instead of bandana. Damn I’m dumb, but also it made your story hilarious.

[@slick_slicers]

With the Wiha driver, I wrap a rubber band round it. It adds both girth and grip. A little unrefined for such a smart kit, but it works and doesn’t cost anything. I have thought of trying an inch or so of textured shrink wrap.

[@chrismiller6792]

I EDC a bench made 940 for over a year only cleaned it once mostly just blow it out with compressed air and one drop of WD40 no fancy lube it’s lube. Only time I did a full strip down was for the xadrenalinx ti blue hardware upgrade.

[@Cadwallader38]

For locktite you suggest a soldering iron but also a wood burn pen works well also.

[@olafkliemt1145]

i carry two Wiha 281-01 Stubby SoftFinish with a T8, a T6, and Allens 2.5mm and 3mm.

[@ironman2326]

That's a nice little kit for knife repair but it would be a little much to carry that with me everywhere I go. I can't see myself when I'm out and about doing errands, stopping to repair my knife. I usually have a Swiss Army knife and a Benchmade Mini Adamas, which is already arguably overkill for urban EDC. Pretty sure I won't be at a loss for a blade if something goes wrong with one. I can always worry about repairs later.

[@adanma17]

I personally carry the xm-24 and a socom elite, but hinderer are better for the shop when it's dusty out.

[@parkeredc3764]

I need one of those mats and really hope to get one of those hinderers and a civivi elementum in the uk

[@michaelnieter990]

Sam Parker check out the mat from going gear it’s pretty cheap and I use it all the time and love it

[@parkeredc3764]

@@michaelnieter990 thanks Michael, I'll take a look

[@robertdrouin6638]

You should do a video on cleaning and maintaining a assisted knife

[@MotownEDC]

Thinking about getting another Hinderer!

[@BestDamnEDC]

DO IT. I was hesitant at first but … man, the ZT Hinderer designs just don't to the real thing justice. I will definitely be getting a 3.5" in the future.

[@MotownEDC]

Best Damn EDC I had a Gen 4 3” that I got second-hand, but it was just a little too small for my sausage fingers, so I sold it. I definitely want a 3.5”!

[@kyleg1166]

I’ve been looking at the XM18 3.0 skinny for a while. But the Benchmade 940-2001 became available yesterday sooo... lol.

[@nickstalker3254]

i traded an ultratech for my XM-18 3.5 in may last year. i havent carried another knife since. its been my grail for like 6 years. amazing knives.

[@djbeatloaf]

I don’t see a link/description for the mat or the stand alone hex driver. Both look like great products

[@mustakrakish]

Niko Stergiou I have one of those Combat Beads drivers and its great

[@ttoann436]

First of all, again a nice video! Can you maybe do a collection video or something? I noticed your tool cart in an earlier video...

[@ricka473]

Hi Taylor! I'm looking for a work mat, if you will, like the one you use to hold parts, etc. while working on EDC knives. I'm also looking for the best cleaner/degreaser for edc knives as well. Any info you can give me would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, and keep the videos coming!

[@raijinmadapaka]

Can you also show us how to maintain and take apart IKBS knives?

[@nickstalker3254]

you dont ttheyre a nightmare

[@HindererCollector41]

loose 3 stand off screws then loose poivt screw then tighten stand off screws one at a time good video

[@benjamindelannee3501]

Where did you buy your driver looks nice

[@r.mercado9737]

Nicely done! Great suggestions as well. Since I work on many weapons, I am quite meticulous regarding the disassembly of any weapon but especially now, regarding knives. Granted there is much to learn concerning knives, although, I suspect this is a relatively easy learn. Semper Fi

[@cjepino]

holy shit! taylor martin from pocketnow and phonedog. Great info and thanks for the tutorial!

[@udp1073]

Very interesting video.. thanks. Interesting mat.. I strongly reccomend the Prometheus Design Werx one (provided you can find one, I am looking for my third one to no avail atm). Can you please give us some info on the watch? Is it a Bremont?

[@chriscecenas]

Hinderer recommends not putting loctite on the body screws. That's how I run my XM-18 and I from personal experience that seems to be the best way to do it. Loctite on the pivot and none on the body screws.

[@BestDamnEDC]

I had two run out on me on day one.

[@chriscecenas]

@@BestDamnEDC oh wow, that does suck, I put loctite on my first XM-18's body screws and I was in a world of hurt trying to get it un-tightened. What's worked for me is taking off the pocket clip and just using some scotch tape on the chicago screws to hold them in so they won't fall out. Has made it way faster to assemble and disassemble.

[@chriscecenas]

@@BestDamnEDC also, beautiful Hinderer. Love your videos my man, keep up the good work.

[@JadeGeminiM390]

@Best Damn EDC Interesting watch ya got there Taylor...BTW ironic you made this video as I tore down the Suru to get the action smooth as glass.

[@jameslordan3378]

Hi 👋 any chance you could review a Fjällräven ovik cardholder ? Thinking of getting one but not sure 🤔

[@just-inedc2381]

I been thinking about a hinderer but they r currently out of my price range. Which is the case with a lot lol.

[@kamichamblin8199]

Good video, but with everything from your shirt to knives to mat to case black it was a little difficult to see.

[@darrinjt1]

I use gun oil because it's more locally available me . Is lubricant made specifically for knives better than gun oil

[@nightowledc3111]

Thanks for this video!! Really helpful

[@olafkliemt1145]

i love this mat. let's get organized :-)

[@Kizu671]

Just wanted to say that it seems that the carrycommission link isn't working!

[@DavidB0000]

Do you have any tips for washing a Victorinox Alox?

[@anthonyschutz7201]

Is there any one thing I can get to take care of knives, currently all I have is a screwdriver I can use to take them apart but I want something I can use to actually take care of them and not just take them apart. I also don't want to spend a bunch of money to take care of my knives especially since my most expensive is $50.

[@lescollins834]

Hey brother can you do a video on your watch bands please?

[@andrewmills3842]

Good stuff. Thanks man

[@josephlawrence6873]

Just a quick question are you based out of North Carolina? Also love the video and your edc dischord.

[@Janesch]

Who made the PM2 scales and pocketclip?

[@beardwilliams]

New to the EDC/pocket knife world, so I'm not sure if this is a dumb question: do some knives need to be maintained with some sort of oil on the actual blade as well? I think I've heard of people using mineral oil or something... to prevent rust?

[@ironman2326]

High carbon steel needs to be oiled to prevent rust. I use mineral oil from the pharmacy because it's non toxic. Use a drop and spread it over the entire blade. Let it set for 20 min or so then wipe it down with a clean cloth. It will provide a protective barrier. If you use and wash your blade often, you'll want to oil it every so often. Regardless, make sure to keep your blade dry.

[@jettucker96]

Great videos man! Also still upset you smoked us in Rocket League!

[@jacquesdedawg5840]

Is that stryder ?

[@xcon87]

Is silicone oil any good?

[@ValorantRivals]

nice bro, thank you

[@campbelllendinggroup9218]

I have a spyderco tenacious. Is there a place where I can get a deep carry clip and ball bearings for the flip action?

[@Curseoftheblade3453]

if you google deep carry pocket clip for Spyderco Tenacious or something along those lines, i'm sure you'll find something. I don't think you'll find any bearings for the tenacious as the Hinderer Tri-Wave Pivot is the only system (to my knowledge) that allows for different opening options. 90+% of knives only use whatever they come with from the factory.

[@bhsx]

Does anyone know of another place to get a precision driver like the one from Combat beads? They are continuously out of stock, and a bit pricey. I've even checked aliexpress etc to no avail. Edit: freaking autocorrect

[@marcushosmer1856]

Bobby Fuesz brnly.com has some nice ones but still pricey. I just started using the ifixit drivers and like them, super affordable, like $10 each and do the job well.

[@michaeltafoya6226]

Hey I've watch your vids for a while but that not why I'm here I just order a wallet from the lost dutchman company there a newer brand and I really think you should look at some of there gear. I think you might like some of there products

[@justenzo928]

I don't think hinderer xm18 ever uses T6 screws...

[@xderiwx]

What do you use for sharpening and edge maintenance?

[@darrinjt1]

I usually use a good diamond sharpener and finish with stroping with an old leather belt. If you use it every day there's no sense in fancy expensive tools

[@podenca4513]

Yeah

[@freedomring6364]

Liquid blue lock tite is like water it runs every where .

[@olafkliemt1145]

try Teflon tape instead of the Loctite. works really good for me, and it's easy to remove.

[@BestDamnEDC]

I keep the alcohol prep pads with me in my bag.

[@olafkliemt1145]

@@BestDamnEDC thanks for the reply ! yes, makes sense. difficult to carry bottles around.

[@ChindaKhmu]

Supetbe video. Nouvelle abonnee !

[@rawbee360]

Today was a day I was going to unsubscribe if I didn't like your video. I'm still subscribed. Thumbs way up!

[@bobfarley4102]

skip to 2:43 if you want to skip his affiliate link commercials.

[@trailvega8321]

What is the watch?

[@thekeystonekid8687]

It looks like a dan henry 1970 diver to me.

[@gonebeans9546]

Best sharpener for a novice?

[@robertsanchez8917]

Debra Reed kme is great or you want an inexpensive one the work sharp ones are popular with a lot of knife enthusiasts with sharpeners starts at 30 for a decent one

[@Curseoftheblade3453]

The Lansky system is a good beginner system with great value from my experience

[@gonebeans9546]

Curseoftheblade thanks!

[@pititoy]

👍

[@Nevernotalone]

Most high end knives just say to send them in when reading the directions or on the warranty. they’ll take care of maintenance and sharpening. Has anyone here had a less than great experience sending in a grail or pricey cutting implement?

[@JPBTheLegend]

I think there is something about maintaining the knife your self. I see it as a bit of a ritual. Once you learn how to it is not too difficult, I think. I would be scared to lose it in transit personally.

[@zr1daddy14]

Damn this is serious!

[@robertsmithUH60driver]

I probably should clean mine. I think it has dirt from Korea and Iraq still in it.

[@deadpoollee9497]

My blade tools are in a old dremel case sharpied knife tools on it so the wife wont touch it. Mybe one I'll get a hinder 🙏🙏

[@Simba.C.253]

Another Pocket pouch

[@muhammedyousaf09]

wanna c u without cap

[@gimmpy91]

This is so extra

[@parkeredc3764]

First like somehow

[@austinlarkins1239]

This screams Nick Shabazz to me

[@johnlamoutte7293]

I thought I wanted that knife. Not any more with that price, big oof.

[@olafkliemt1145]

these single-serve alcohol pads produce a lot of garbage/waste. and way cheaper do get your hands on a bottle and a stack of pads ;-)

[@larrysutton2001]

Air compressor silicon spray move on with life